Taipa*Zenith*Mutiny*Radiance

Gotta hurry... can't let them see. Gotta hide 'em. Here? No. Here?

Taipa dashed around the lands, avoiding the more traveled places. Zenith was clasped between her jaws, hanging tamely enough, wondering what on earth had gotten into his mother.

Have to move 'em. Gotta make a new den. Where can I hide them? Where?

She partially dug a hole at the base of a tree, then shook her head to herself and moved on. This happened several more times before she finally spotted a likely sign: a small hole. It was an old fox-hole, not nearly big enough for her... but she soon set about digging, making it larger.

After several minutes, she finally had a decent shelter. The hole was tiny, just large enough to fit her slim, 70 lb frame. It did not look like a wolf-den at all. On the inside, it was just big enough for she and her pups to fit comfortably with a little room to move around, and the entrance sloped up so that the pups would not be able to get out until they were older. Smiling grimly, she slid down the slope, Zenith in her jaws, and plunked him down. Then she headed back to the den, again and again, until all of her pups were here. They were still so tiny, it was easy for all of them to fit. Her work done, Taipa curled around her pups. Here, Ma would not find them...

Misfortune

She whimpered softly as she was moved again. Moving, it felt as if she was always moving. She rested her head upon Zenith with a soft whimper, so soft and gentle was Misfortune.

Driven was next, but unlike his sister, he was looking for ways to get out. He crawled on his weak, puppish legs and tried to crawl up the side, but alas, he rolled back down with a growl and landed right on top of little Reverie, who growled lightly at him then fell asleep once more.

Taipa*Zenith*Mutiny*Radiance

Taipa was breathing rapidly, almost in a panic mode. Had they been seen? She scrabbled up the sloped entrance countless times to make sure no one had seen them before she finally settled in around her pups, missing as she tried to cushion Driven's fall. With a low whine, she began to nuzzle each of them, trying to soothe them. Moving was so awful, so strange for them... but they couldn't be found.

Zenith wiggled a little underneath his sister, trying to get comfortable. He offered her a lick on her nearest paw, sensing her discomfort at moving, yet again.

Radiance curled up near Driven and Reverie, but Mutiny was restless. Though he did not attempt to leave the den, having learned his lesson from watching Driven's tumble, he did not cease to look for another way out, pacind and digging in a couple different places before moving on again.

Kalei

It had been awhile since the mute female had appeared in the lands, and since she herself had been left to guard here. Her tones had managed to grow more mature since then, in hopes that her language could keep others from thinking her weak and unable. The strange male, the one who had shown the way to Maho, he had in a way inspired her to work at her language. It was strange, and quite ironic that the male whom had some paw in hurting Taipa could inspire her. But he had.

A gentle spring breeze went about pushing the fresh scents towards her delicate pink nares, and twin peaks pressed forward in an interested manor. She had smelt the pups, she was far keener to such scents. However, that was not what brought her bodice off the earth and in the general direction. It was the fact that Taipa had no come to greet her as was common. So with a glided stride the fae forced her way through the blind world, letting her knowledge of her lands, and of course her sisters scent to guide her. Once she grew closer, she was able to catch the noise made from the babes, and of Taipa attempting to shush them. At this she grew more cautious, nose closer to the earth and ears flattened back while approaching the den. She herself had been a pup before, but she hadn't seen... well, known one in person. She was apprehensive as even her sisters smell held a slightly panicked scent, which she had learned was not her normal nature. "Taipa..." Her voice was light, not wanting to spook the already panicked wolf. "Taipa what have you been doing?" Her tones now held an almost taunting tone, but only in that loving sisterly way. She didn't understand what her own parents might think of something like this, and so she was still light about the situation.

Taipa*Zenith*Radiance*Mutiny

She had only just settled... when a soft voice broke the panicked rush of her thoughts, making her heart race further. Oh, she should have known Kalei could find them, no matter where they went. Her thoughts were racing. Run? Try again? But then she'd have to attack Kalei to get her to move, to get her away... Can't can't can't...

But the pups were restless and afraid at hearing a voice they had never heard, making still more noise, whining and fearful. So she finally raised her musical voice, tremulous and half-sobbing. I... I've opened a new window... Tears slipped down her face, shame more than anything.

Open a new window,
Open a new door
Travel a new highway
That's never been tried before...

Dance to a new rhythm
Whistle a new song.
There's only one way
To make the bubble stay...
Simply travel a new highway.
Dance to a new rhythm,
Open a new window
Every day...

Mahotsukia

Silent. Ever so silent. I came from behind Kalei, still ever so silent. I was like her in the way of silence, but I was much better at it then I used to be. Foolish child. My eyes say. My blue tinted body shimmers in the soft light of day, and a dark smile spreads across my lips. They don't see it, for as I make my prescence known a look of concern is there. Yes, yes. Always kind, gentle Sukia. My tail waves a bit, and sympathy appears. God, this is killing me. I hated doing this, being all nice and stuff. I HATE being nice. I mean, where does it honestly get you? I lay down, and in a sympathetic tone I say Life is hard, Taipa. Learn from this. I wave my banner a bit, trying to make the other female more at home, more welcome.

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Taipa looked up at Sukia, trying to smile and failing. She read Sukia's eyes easily, having inherited that ability from her father, and understood that the fae was trying to make her feel better, in her own way. But... it couldn't be better... especially not if Ma and Da found out.

Hot, angry tears fell down her face as Radiance got up to lick them away. Mama? Mama?

Kalei, Moon Phase

Kalei could hear the whines of the pups increase, making the fae take a small step back, although that was all. Obviously they were afraid. But what startled here was the voice which musically spoke out. And though she was a bit confused wih the meaning, what was more important were the sobs that intertwined themselves within the words. Even the approach of the mute Maho could could not stir her from this.

Not far off came Moon Phase, the worn alphaess of the pack. Her silver eyes glinted with the suns light as she took a moment to enjoy the warming weather. Spring the time of new life, which for wolves ment pups. This year her and Darkeyes had taken a break in order to be there for their growing children. Taking a whiff of the air, the fae caught the scents of both Maho and Kalei, and a smile met her kissers. Those two really were growing well together. Phase began to follow the scents weaving through the trees at a leisurly pace. At one point Taipas scent joined theirs and her speed increased. Once her snowy daughter and Maho were in sight she let out a meaningless yip, before a smile met her kissers. But where was Taipa? The pups scents hadn't hit her, yet, they wree so clsoe to their mohters. However their cried did. At first her eyes only widened, shock setting in. But then she made her way slowly towardsthe mouth of the small den, steps heavy with an uncertain emotion.

Taipa*Darkeyes

Oh no... no no no no no... Even with her missing ear, she would have known her mother's steps if she'd heard them walk over her grave. She turned her face up, meeting her mother's eyes for a spare moment... and then stood, stiffly, to turn around and face the wall, pretending not to see Ma. Ma hated her... of course. Why should she not?

Pride forced her to stifle her sobs, though she could not keep the trembling they caused out of her body. Now... now it was over.

A white form moved over the lands, wondering where on earth his mate had run off to. He paused, gathering the scent of her... and... and she was... worried... and somehow... angry? Concern erupted in him instantly, and he kicked into a run. Phase? Phase? Where are you?

Driven

Driven grabbed onto Reveries ear, causing a sharp cry to ring out. Your such a baby. He said in a scowl but he let go. I am not! That really hurt. She said, rubbing her ear with a paw. He was about to retort when they heard their grandparents. Mama, who are they? Asked Reverie lightly.

Taipa

Reverie... poor Reverie. Would she understand? No, Ma would never accept them. She couldn't... Finally, Taipa raised her voice, trying for coldness instead of brokeness. No one, dear Reverie. They are no one. Her family would abandon her... so she beat them to the first punch: she'd abandon them first.

Reverie

But...But Mama....They look like someone. She crawled past her brother, and made her way towards the entrance of the Den. See mama! They are someone! Theres lots of someones. Her little tail wagged, and she said in an excited voice Hi! I'm Reverie, whats your names?

Taipa

To her alarm and frustration, Reverie went to greet everyone. With a snarl that was more frightened than aggressive, she reached to catch her daughter by the scruff, trying to pull her away. If I tell you that they are no one, Reverie, then they are NO ONE! UNDERSTAND? Her voice was soft, but oh so feirce. No point in letting the pup get attached to those who would never accept her.

Trophy; Medallion

Trophy stayed in the back of the den. Hot eyes staring at those on the outer world. "No-one" He repeated his mothers words. Quickly he gave a growl, which had sparked another. Medallion heard her smaller brothers growls and the largest of the females stood up and moved around her mother with a growling force. Being the second largest of the litter she grew to like her power. "Leave us alone you big bullies, you're making mommy uneasy!" Trophy shook his head. "Shut up Meddi!" "Troty you have no say in this." The male grew uncomfortable at his sister's hostility, but said nothing more.

Reverie

Her eyes flamed, and without thought of consequence, she snapped at her mother. No! They are somebody your just to stubburn to see! So young, yet so fierce and true. They love you, mama! Just like we do. She struggled to get away, to go back as far as she could from her mother. Anger was seething from the gentle dove, and she looked so fierce, it was hard to imagine what she would be when she got older.

Taipa

Her daughter's words tore at her, and she gave a small gasp, but her eyes held the most of the pain. She gently set little Reverie down, and just stood there for several moments, turning back and forth, meeting eyes with Reverie, then Sukia, then Kalei, and Ma, and back to Reverie, all in silence...

And then she darted up the entrance to the den, pushing past everyone, letting her fleet paws carry her through the terra at top speed. Her slim frame and long legs made her faster than even Ma, and she used that to fly away from everyone.

As she reached the edge of her parent's territory, she stopped, looking around her through tear-filled eyes. If she left home? There was no where else to go. She turned up to the rising moon, who had always been her friend, and kept her secrets. Taipa lifted her eyes, crying to the moon. Why? Have you abandoned me too? But the moon was silent, cold... the moon didn't care either. Finally, with a cry that was more sob than not, she sank down, not possessing the energy or will to go any further. Her soft sobs echoed through the trees...