Unity in the Long Night

The call from the Aegis summoning everyone to the feast echoed loud and clear through the castle. Kane was busy trying to smooth out a wild portion of his fur on his head when dinner was called, glancing over to Tamsyn who looked gorgeous as ever while they got ready in their shared room. "Sounds like dinner's served," he remarked with a grin. Feasts were not something Kane had ever experienced, so this was going to be a fun new experience for the nomad. He knew about the emotional connection Tamsyn and her family had with this particular event, so he was doing his best to be respectful and supportive without being overbearing... even though he had considered the option of just tossing Tam onto the bed and keeping her occupied for the rest of the night.

Despite the temptation of that idea, Kane behaved himself and escorted his lover down to the great hall. The hall was decorated with the furnishings and bounty of nature, drawing an amazed coo from the dire brute. Warm light from the fires and candles cast everything in a welcoming orange glow, and the scents—by the Moon and Stars, the scents!—of hot and cold meats, sweets, and more made him salivate. Tamsyn dismissed herself with a kiss to his cheek, and Kane watched while she made the rounds greeting each of her children. A smile made its way across his lips to watch her be a mother; she really was made for the role and took to it like a fish to water.

Kane found two open seats near the fireplace and made himself comfortable in one, still baffled by the concept of chairs even after spending two seasons living in the Hallows. He rocked back and forth in the seat for a bit before finally getting comfy enough, then looked over all the food while he waited for Tam to return. When she did, Kane immediately received her with an open arm wrapping around her shoulders to hold her against his larger frame. "You're a natural-born mother, y'know that?" he teased her gently, leaning down to place a couple of kisses to her crown. He tipped his muzzle in the direction of Artorias. "If he were my son, I'd be high off the pride I'd feel seeing him up there, so I can only guess how you feel." Kane smiled and squeezed Tamsyn gently, affectionately. He'd probably never know the pride and love of being a parent, but he could enjoy seeing Tam basking in it all the same.

"Kaneonuskatew"