snow angels and a mud puppy

Hikaru returned with Mortis to their den, the mood seemed somber and almost uncertain despite the congratulatory remarks given to Aslatiel. Hikaru was proud of her for one, she was deserving from what he’d seen, but like the alpha pair had said he had no right to claim that statement. What mattered most was how it all effected his friend Mortis. He didn’t say anything when he lifted his smaller sister and the three of them were on their way. The koi wolf walked close beside him now as snow started to fall. The heavy flakes silenced the whole world and muffled the sounds of their movements. Hika shivered and bumped Mort supportively, and to duck underneath a well insulated wing. He was pretty sure Ophelia was still underneath the other wing.

He would silently offer his support, eager to listen if Mortis wished to speak. Darkness was falling, and though hard to see through the thick snow they were close to home. Hikaru tried to pick up the pace, and put on a sweet smile for his friend’s benefit. Maybe they all just needed to go and play in the snow. ”Fresh snow, what should we do in it?” He leapt ahead and turned about to face his best friend. His body in a play bow as his tail lashed at his hips and he grinned mischievously.