Let's Kill Batman [MEETING]

ooc. mad late, I'm sorry

Tussling with their son had proven more of a game than real training, with the boy growing slower than his sibling. Kaine worried the boy would not reach their stature, but rather lean more towards his mother's height. While that was not necessarily negative, he would be unlikely to make a great warrior at such sizes. Knocking the fiery youngster over with a swipe of their paw, they held him in place with the same foot, belly up. "Others won't be this easy on you, boy. Fight as though I were an enemy." they chided their son, a frown upon their features. When the boy pouted, they released him.

A call rose above the trees, summoning them to a meeting. The beast prayed it would not be a repeat of the previous one. Unfortunately, their mate had taken their other child hunting for the day. Would she hear? Sighing, they beckoned for their son to join them. "Let's get cleaned up, and join the others." they said warmly, a swift shift from their dour tones earlier. Moving at a swift pace, they made a beeline for the creek. It brimmed with fresh water, and it would be perfect to clear the muck from both of their coats. They waded in until they were nearly submerged, and let the current carry away the dirt. Mismatched eyes drifted to their son, watching him tentatively follow. Cautious, this one. Not like either of his parents.

With a silent nod, the godling led the way from the creek, up its banks. They moved quickly towards the source of the summons, hoping that they wouldn't be late. By the time they arrived, much of the pack was already present. Save for their lover and other son. That was worrisome, without doubt. Auds flicked back for only a moment in distress, before they resumed a more casual stance. Their attention dropped to their son, standing at their right. He was meeting the clan for the first time, and Kaine prayed he would behave. With their coat only damp after the brisk travel, they led their son to an open space where they could sit and observe.