Empire of Angels (CHALLENGE)
A few more came, and when she heard the quick footfalls coming from behind, she nearly did a double take to see that her niece had come as well. "Holly! You shouldn't be here." She warned, but the response from her niece, to tend to her father, would not be rebutted. Sighing, she turned her attention back to Valentine as he spoke again. She stepped back a moment, heat flushing her face when she noticed him take a look...elsewhere. She felt completely embarrassed, her ears pinning to her head. Although it was part of nature, it felt strange to find eyes staring at her like that. It was something she was sure she'd have to get used to until she got back into shape.
As the moments passed, she began to wonder if Arian would show. Or even her mate. Arian had been passionate and insistent that Avalon belonged here...but where was she when Avalon needed a reassuring shoulder to press on? She thought that even with her leg problems, she would make her way here regardless. Yet, even as Valentine finished his speech, Arian would not be present. She remained silent, unable to think of anything to say. She knew Cypress would fight for her...or was it for Arian? Was he fighting on Arian's behalf? They hardly knew each other, but even then, they were in some part her family.
Never had someone fought for her before, not like Valentine intended to do. She wasn't sure how to feel about it, but she also felt conflicted. Sonticus had been her first home for many years, but since her arrival, the members seemed keen on keeping to themselves. Now the question was...how would this affect her new family? They'd not the chance to meet the rest of the pack...would she be able to guide their hearts to where they belonged? It was all so much to think about, but her uncertainty right now would be washed away. After Cypress spoke, she took a breath to calm her racing heart. He was a good man with a noble heart, and even though she wouldn't fight now due to not being in the physical state to fight, she had no doubt he would fight valiantly for her. Her gaze switched to strong, the strength and fearlessness she strove to keep. "Your challenge is accepted, Valentine." Looking to Cypress then, she whispered "I have faith in you." With a touch to his shoulder, she turned to stand protectively over Holly, giving them room for the fight to come. |
