We'll All Float On

Alfie frowned a bit when his father said that he’d rather him train with Athena. Did Leo not trust in his own skills enough? Did he feel that he wasn’t worthy to help his children learn fighting strategies on his own? Alfred dismissed the thought, smile returning full force. His father wanted what was best for them... And the best was what they would get! Alfred had no doubt that sooner or later they were all going to become excellent at whatever skills they chose to posses. Heck, he thought, even if he wasn’t good at it maybe he could learn a bit about herbs from his aunt. He wasn’t as interested in them sure, but they might be useful!

As his father dropped into a similar stance to his own Alfie’s tail began to wag a bit faster. “I won’t know until I try~” Came his singsong like response. His blue eyes flashed with determination, rising from the play stance for a moment as he took on a more serious look. “But it’s not fair to try just yet. I haven’t learned everything I needed to. But once Aunt Athena teaches me I want to have a real spar with you, dad.” The young boy crossed closer to his father, giving his cheek a gentle nuzzle.

“Though...” He started to grin a bit wider. “We could have a hunting contest if you want. Here and now. First to hunt a porcupine successfully is the winner.” He wanted to put the skills he learned from Miss Bright Moon to the test too. He was going to become stronger, better for his pack, no matter what it took. If he got a high rank one day than great and if not, well, he’d be happy supporting whoever got that role.

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