The pups had been crawling over him all day, already getting too big for the den. He remembered his first litter growing up quickly, but now he almost felt like he was too old for this. The white male snorted, standing up and shaking the dirt from his coat as one tumbled off after their mother. He was so glad that they had been save during the siege, and that he had come home unscathed for once. No matter how disappointed he was that he hadn't found himself a fight, even though Valentine teased at one, he was glad that he was able to stand strong and help his members mend. He was so proud of Abaven, and felt like they were all closer as a unit now. Stretching out his legs, he gave the pups and his mate a lick before heading towards the borders, making sure that their new land was freshly marked. That was, until a howl sounded. His whole body froze as he slowly looked towards the borders, golden eyes wide. It was a howl that he had not been expecting to hear, he had thought that she was gone for good.
Vali.
She was here, she was back! Bass' heart pounded in his chest as his tag began to spin behind him, kicking off the ground and racing towards the Rapids. His eyes were wide as he looked for her, and it wasn't long before he spotted her pale form standing on the borders. Not bothering to slow down he came barreling towards her, giving a bark of warning before he pretty much collided with the female, if she hadn't moved out of the way. Whining and yipping he pressed his face into her scruff, breathing in her scent as his tail wagged a mile a minute. It was a moment before he pulled himself off, his eyes roaming over her form happily. "I can't believe you are here. It's been so long, Vali. You're so big! I guess I can't call you a princess and let you ride around on my back anymore." He teased softly, leaning forward to place a lick on her cheek. The last time he had seen Vali she had headed off with her mother to find the rest of her family, but the fact that she was returning alone made him wonder if she ever did find them. His smile quickly faded as he stood more still, a brow rising in question. "Your family?" he asked softly, almost afraid to hear the answer.
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