Reunion [ Altan, Reynard, Aurora ]

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Surprises come in small packages

[scrolly:h(280),w(285),sy]Nocht was still amazed that Altan had returned. From what he had heard life outside the valley was interesting. He had only been out once, that one fateful time he went to the cove to find the elder sprouts. He still had a huge stash of the plant in his cave, buried under the earth and well hidden. It was of the utmost importance no one find them. Moonrose knew about them, but they had not spoken of them since that night, and Nocht was happy to leave the whole experience behind him.

He moved easily through the terrain, leading Altan to where he hoped he would find Reynard, mostly. He doubted his brother wanted a reunion this early with Aurora, but if she was there it couldn't be helped. As he moved through the lands he let out a few short howls, trying to get Reynard's attention. He knew his adoptive father would be more than thrilled to see Altan. He had been gone so long... missed so much, but even though they were not related by blood he knew the keiyou loved his lyxxus brother.

"I'm sure Reynard will be along soon. Are you hungry at all?" Nocht had grown quite a bit as well since Altan had been gone. Conversation was still strained, but he was becoming more comfortable at talking around other wolves, at least those who he knew and cared for. Strangers he found hard still, but he was moving along. Helpful coaching from Moonrose ensured steady progression as well, and the elder sprouts drained his inhibitions.


[[ Sorry it's short. Gonna try to get this moving. xD ]]

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[Altan]

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[Reynard]

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[NOCHT !]

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Surprises come in small packages

[scrolly:h(280),w(285),sy]Nocht didn't find it particularly disconcerting that the clearing seemed to be empty. The pups were growing older and as such Tinka and Rora were not confined to their dens. They were probably out adventuring and teaching the pups now. There was probably some food around here as well, and when Altan said he wasn't hungry Nocht shrugged a little bit and waited. He was trying to be friendly and brotherly, but it was fairly intermittent. Soon though a familiar face appeared from over a hill and Nocht's lips twitched in the formation of a small smile. Reynard was here, and though he was older, greyer and more beat up, he was still the only wolf he would ever call dad.

He headed down to greet them and even though the smile could not manifest itself properly on the lyxxus' face, his twin tails wagging couldn't hide his delight. He rose, moving forward to greet Reynard, nuzzling him back in greeting and letting his father focus most of his attention on Altan. It was he who had just returned, not Nocht. The pride swelled in his chest when Reynard spoke of his two eldest sons. He had been worried when Reynard had his own children that he would be disregarded as his son, but even with this, his father still held them in high esteem and loved them truly. It spoke measures about Reynard's own character, and Nocht knew that he would do anything for the aging keiyou.

What Reynard spoke next though was bit of a surprise. The future of the pack? He had to take a look at Altan to see how his brother registered this. Surely Reynard was just being friendly. He had two of his own sons now, and though they were just pups, they had the rightful claim of the pack, did they not? He said nothing though; if anyone was to voice a concern or question it would be Altan.

Again, Reynard was speaking and so Nocht took the backseat. Altan was far more comfortable being sociable than Nocht, so it was only natural for him to speak first. Nocht nodded though at the suggestion, looking to Altan for his next move.

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[Altan]

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[Reynard]

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[Aurora]

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[atrb=background,http://i1104.photobucket.com/albums/h329/Whosie/roratablebackground8.png] This was another day like the rest. The pups were once again restless, and would do nearly anything to get out of the cozy den. Aurora, however, was a cautious/worried mother that would rather them stay within her sight in the safety of the den. But you cannot keep pups locked away like that. If there's someway to get away, they will. It helped that Aurora had hardly any other distractions, so she was able to keep a closer eye on her young daughters. They were over half a year old now. She attempted to stay with them as long as possible, seeing as soon they would no longer need her. How the time seemed to fly! She also knew that soon she would have to make plans to visit Reynard and Satinka. It had been long enough that this dispute over Rey had went on, and it was time to end. Besides, not having her adopted daughter beside her every step of the way made her feel incomplete. They were a mated pair now. It was only appropriate for her to think of Reynard as a son, rather than a lover. She shuddered at the thought, thinking of it like that. Satinka was her adopted daughter, and was mated with Rey. That doesn't technically make Rey her son, but close enough to be disturbing. She pushed the annoying thought aside. She had hoped to rear her pups alongside Tinka's, though time was quickly running out. Would she even accept her apology? The lyxxus sighed heavily before focusing on her daughter Alla again. Alla was a lively one, that was sure. Always very curious and stubborn. Her dark red pelt reminded Aurora of Nocht slightly. Though not only her pelt was like Nocht---Alla's stubborn but loving personality seemed to mirror his as well. Naomi, the more calm and innocent of the two, was back with the dens. Aurora had decided to allow Naomi to stay with the sitter, because it was hard to handle them both at once. Plus Naomi was the smaller pup, and Aurora constantly worried about her. What if she was to get injured, and Aurora couldn't call on the Great Spirit to help her in healing? Aurora shook her head as she walked. How did I ever get stuck with all this drama in my life, she wondered silently. "Mama! Mama! What's this?" Alla asked, pointing a paw at a brightly colored animal that Aurora had never seen before. The thing looked tense, nearly ready to strike at her curious pup. Fortunately, Aurora was old enough to know that bright colors in nature didn't equal goodness. "Oh! Back away from that Alla, you'll get hurt!" The mother quickly ushered the pup onward, glad the animal hadn't struck just yet. Aurora stopped and took a break beside one of the sunbathing rocks. The sun was shining through the leaves of the trees, and although it's rays weren't directly on her, she felt herself getting warmer on the cold Winter day. "What's wrong, Mom?" the pup asked, coming to a halt beside her. "Nothing, just resting for a few moments . ." Aurora gently nudged the pup closer to her, snuggling into her warm fur. OOC: Promised I'd post. . . but sorry for the low quality! >.< Gotta start somewhere, though, right? Thanks to Who, for the table!