The Usual Growth Spurt

Important changes took place in 2021, much to Coney’s distress as she was discovered to be the only one in her cohort not to have experienced a growth spurt during the 2020 lockdown. This took place at summer camp, where she and her friends pooled their talents to repel a predatory threat. More drama was in store for Coney when she and Lin found that height wasn’t the only difference between them. On a brighter note, their crew enjoyed creating a Gardening Fantasy League. Beyond Coney, there were other milestones for the Dewclaws. In particular, Rudy and Fiona took their relationship to a new level after preventing the Dewclaw treehouse from crashing down to group level. Meanwhile, Leona and Carl became proud parents of Savanna, who was rescued by her caregiver Ophelia from a poacher in a public park. Angelique bought the local gardening team, meaning she was now Carl’s boss. Speaking of gardening, Miranda Hutch was nominated for the prestigious Rhizome Trophy. There was a spirited production of The Lion King, and R.L. was released from prison. Coney, with new and longer ears, heard everything.