Where Heroes Are Made [Birthing]

Painful cramps had been wracking her body, something unusual for the woman. All night she'd been tossing and turning, unable to sleep well because of it. She had left her den that morning for a drink of water, every few steps growing harder as the cramps began to grow closer together. When she finally did reach the water, Avalon lied down on the bank as she leaned forth to drink. For now, the cramps ceased only slightly...and suddenly, one would thrust her into a world of pain. Unable to contain it, a sudden cry would leave her. Audible to anyone around, whimpering with pain, she lied on her side as the cramping grew worse.

At this point, she knew what it would mean. Her pups were coming, choosing today to make their break for the world. With sudden panic, she howled for her mate. Howled for someone to help her back to her den. She was afraid she wouldn't make it on her own, not like this. And she only hoped that they would hurry.