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 Posted: Mon Dec 22, 2008 3:00 pm
Everything had happened so fast, he could hardly comprehend it all. They were a new pack now, travelers and the last of those that had remained joined together to start a new life beyond the tragedy that had befallen them. The howl had been inspiring, with even the newest and youngest members of the Peke Na joining in and raising their voices to honor the dead. Risktaker had never seen anything like it, but he had shuddered at its potency, knowing in his soul that the pack would not only survive this sorrow, but thrive in new ways. The Now told them not to dwell on the past, and he was certain their connection as a family would bring them brighter days.
In truth, he was still worried for his lifemate. To take on the title of chief, and chance her name in the course of it, was a giant step for her, and him as well. He would support her, and do everything he could to make sure she had the strength she needed, should her own ever fail her. He would be that reserve, where she could draw all that she needed. He was as dedicated to her as he was his pack, and he would bear any weight for her. Endure any hardship with her, or in her place if he could.
Sitting outside their den, watching the as the pack stirred from their slumber, his thoughts bending on many different things at once, and yet not getting anywhere. He sighed, imagining Wisdomchaser in his mind, and wondering what else might change in her now. Whatever happened would happen, and he knew he could not change it, so he could only wait and see.
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Posted: Fri Jan 02, 2009 4:45 pm
 "Lovemate, could you not sleep...?" Came Wisdomchaser's tired voice from within the den as she emerged from shadows to join at his side. The moon was bright this eve, even only freshly risen. She settled down beside him on her haunches, looking at him with curiosity as her mind slowly woke from the fog of sleep. It had been a very tiring last few days and she slept well from the strain, so it was to be expected she'd have a bit of trouble coming back to the realm of the aware.
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Posted: Fri Jan 02, 2009 4:46 pm
Risk perked his head up and turned it toward the sound of his beloved’s voice. He smiled softly, shrugging his muscled shoulders and sighing. He hadn’t felt like sleeping, which, he supposed, counted as not being able to.
“No, I guess not. But I guess I don’t need it. I feel like I could be awake forever right now, ha. Lot’s of energy I don’t know what to do with, I think.” He looked at her, tilting his head to the side as she blinked at him. He hummed contentedly at the sight of her, just risen from sleep and clearly not completely awake yet. It was endearing and peaceful and, in many ways, a relief from the more stressful moments he had been sharing with her. It was a simple reprieve, but one that was needed.
“I didn’t wake you up, though, did I? I was thinking of going on a run or a hunt or something, but… if you’re awake, I think we both owe the other some of our time and attention, don’t you think?” He grinned.
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Posted: Fri Jan 02, 2009 4:47 pm
"Mmm... no, not at all, I couldn't sleep any more or I'd only wake more tired than when I went to sleep." She yawned, settling down on her stomach beside him, then leaned over to lick at his face a bit briefly. "But you're right, we do. I'm sorry, I know it's been a bit far and between as of late."
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Posted: Fri Jan 02, 2009 4:55 pm
Risk smiled. She was Wisdomchaser now, though his mind was still prone to thinking of her as his Truth. Still, her soul name was burned into his memory, and he knew that wasn’t going to change, regardless of where their futures led them. He nodded at her words, having felt the affects of too much sleep a good number of times in the past. He used to like to sleep, whenever he had the whim.
He settled down next to her, waiting for her to put her head on her paws before resting his head on top of hers, just to be silly. He was probably heavy, though he kept his head slightly lifted. Rubbing the top of her head tenderly, he sighed.
“I think this works, anyway,” he hummed, “I’m glad things are settling.”
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Posted: Fri Jan 02, 2009 4:56 pm
She smiled softly as his head settled atop of hers, her ears rocking back on her skull to accomidate. That was her mate, playful and flirtatious, charming as well. "Hmm... I am too, and the birth of Momo's and Littleshield's pups will help the pack recover... It will be nice to have little ones join our numbers again, though I admit that I'm almost jealous." She rumbled gently, eyes shutting. Jealousy was far from her heart, but the longing was clear, especially in light of such loss. So many times she could see that joy in parents eyes as they looked into the faces of their precious little ones. How many times had her own parents looked at her just so? She wanted to know that feeling as a parent and not just a fellow caretaker. She missed her nieces and nephews, the other pack's youths as well.
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Posted: Fri Jan 02, 2009 4:57 pm
Risktaker lifted his head, moving it and putting it on the ground beside her, angling himself so that his nose was touching the tip of hers. He closed his eyes, like she had hers, and breathed slowly. He was unfamiliar with pups, though he knew they were reportedly bundles of joy. He thought about her words, humming as he did so. It was a soft, soothing song, one he didn’t consciously know his father sang to him when he was a baby.
“Well,” he said at length, tilting his head meaningfully to one side and tapping her nose with his, “we could always join in on the fun…”
It was an odd way to propose something so important and life changing, but Risk was not the best at dealing with things in all seriousness. Besides, he felt a light hearted approach was the best way to test the waters.
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Posted: Fri Jan 02, 2009 4:58 pm
She would have been content to sit and listen to his song, and for a brief period she was, just listening to the melody with ears perked softly once more. She didn't have a chance to question where he'd learned it though, as he spoke again just moments later. Well accustomed to his casual approach to most things it was, thus far, only met with gratitude. He could make the most uncomfortable topics easy to broach, it seemed to be a talent of his. With a soft chuckle she nudged her nose against his and opened her eyes.
"Oh lovemate... you make it sound so easy, so simple..." Though, truth be told the elders had acknowledged them as recognized before they'd set off on their journey, and if everyone around them was allowed to have children, why not them? "Cubs are a blessing, to be sure, but it should be something that we both want. You needn't indulge my maternal instincts just because."
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Posted: Fri Jan 02, 2009 5:03 pm
“Why shouldn’t it be simple?” He said, looking at her with sincere, bright eyes. He wasn’t smiling, but he looked serene and content. Lifting his head a bit, he tilted his eyebrows up, “and who says I don’t? I have mater… no, wait. I have paternal instincts, too. They might not be the same things you’re feeling, but the idea of pups… that’s one that sits well with me. And to have them with you. A family of our own.”
He smiled and nuzzled her, “I couldn’t imagine a better life, and I don’t think I want to try. You are my lovemate, my soul’s mate. Call me selfish with all the ‘mys’ in there, but I’m yours, too. I think it would do us both good, branching out and sharing our love with… you know, little versions of us.” He laughed at his own stupid bumbling,
“Long story short,” he said with a sigh, “I wouldn’t be indulging you any more than you would be indulging me.”
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Posted: Fri Jan 02, 2009 5:07 pm
"Well," She chuckled, nudging him with her nose. "If ou insist... now that I'm a bit more awake."
She rose, shaking out a bit and heading in the direction of the pack's secondary hunting grounds with an impish look over her shoulder.
"I suppose... we should get started."
Risk grinned, watching her. He wagged his tail and bounced to his feet, trotting after her purposefully, head forward as if he were drawn to her by some sort of magnetism he had no hope of resisting. He caught up to her and nuzzled her, then pushed her with his head playfully and bounded ahead.
“Sounds like a good plan!” He called back, crouching in front of her when he had gotten a bit of distance. He grinned, then straightened up and, though his tail was still wagging, tried to act more like an adult. He walked beside her, doubting he could ever be too close, and hummed his father’s song. It was a strange, new, and exciting thing the two were embarking on, but as long as he knew she was ready for it, he didn’t think he had anything to worry about.
As long as they were in it together, neither of them did.
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