he's gonna do a superhero landing

Rhyme felt himself becoming more dedicated to his new pack, he had a great many emotions running through him and having an outlet improved his ability to cope. Of course he could never forget his mother miles away, but she had Valentine to help soothe her. With his new duties he has to make time to see her, and today seemed like a perfect opportunity. The sun beat down on his deep slate colored back, but the heat didn't seem to bother the middle aged wolf. His pace was steady as thoughts of all that had happened since his escape filtered through his mind. 

He was on track to seek out his mother when he heard the summons from his father. His ears perked in curiosity, but he already knew what he would be summoned for. Redirecting himself slightly it took no time at all for his father to appear in Rhyme's line of sight. He approached with a somber smile and a slight wag of his tail. Surely his father would be able to discern the pack scent upon his pelt. 

"Father," he'd start, adding a respectful nod in greeting. Even though he no longer held a kingdom Valentine would remain a King until the day he died. "I assume you're more than ready to speak of revenge, and.." he uttered a slight sigh, the last of his reservations about returning. "I am too." He rested himself on his striped haunches, getting comfortable for the conversation ahead. 

"But first, you should know I've joined Abaven. Shaye, I don't know if you remember her, my cousin is now alpha. She wants to come with us, and will bring any in Abaven who wish to fight also." He felt accomplished in his task, they were close to having their army.