Nita

Nita trotted back to the pack no longer leaving Blade alone to protect the pack. He had done well. Her pups had grown and one had passed leaving her in a mist of sadness. She threw back her head letting out a soft howl that ecoed through the mountains to call her mate.

Eytan

The grizzled alphen lifted his head from its repose, catching the familiar scent that meant his mate was home. Her howl confirmed his nose's suspicions, and he tilted his head in an answering call as he got to his feet, going to meet her.

As she came into view, he came forward and nuzzled all along her side. He had known that what she was doing had been important, but he had missed her terribly. It was good to have her home. Hello, m'dear.

Nita

Nita smiled to see him again, "hello," she spoke softly her eyes so strong and yet so tender. "Our pups have grown, and one has left us," she said calmly.

Eytan

He returned the smile, nodding a little wistfully as she spoke. Yes, that is true, my dear. What is on your mind? For, of course, like any good male, he knew when his mate was thinking of something particular.

Nita

Nita sighed thinking about all the pups. All, but one had grown. Perhaps it was time for a new litter. To try again and hopefully all will survive. Maybe... She just looked at him, speaking with her eyes for her jaws would not form words.

Eytan

He waited silently, watching her mull something over in her mind. Finally, she turned back to him, and he understood. Ah, so that's it, m'dear. That would be wonderful. I was just telling Jessie that pups would remove the shadows that the war left around our lands. Why not? And he smiled at her, giving her another nuzzle.

Nita

Nita smiled, and her face lit up. It was time for a new litter to run through the pack lands. "Come on then" she said gently turning away and trotting off.

Eytan

He trotted silently after her.