I Thought I Heard A Thing. Yes? No?

Artorias had arrived just in time to catch the tail end of Iolaire's comment to Rudy about his toes and tail. He turned guarded amber eyes to his brother, giving Rudy the opportunity to address things himHe didn't want to air his brother's trauma out like that. Rudyard gave a curt, ambiguous response and that was it. Iolaire then turned her attention to him with a chuckle, asking if this place really was a home. Artorias didn't reply right away, instead considering his adoptive older sister's mental state. Io had good days and bad days. This seemed like a good one so far—she was being snarky, cognizant, aware.

Iolaire mentioned she'd heard a voice, then explained that it was their mother. Artorias' eyes lit up with understanding, ears flicking atop his crown. So she'd heard Resin's call from when their deceased mother had summoned the family while she still had a chance in the Long Night. "You heard correct. That was her." Artorias sighed and shook his head. "I'm... not exactly sure how, but she's come back to us. Her appearances don't last long, but there's no doubt it's her." He looked back up to find his sister's green and gold eyes. "Y'know, if you hung around the castle long enough, you might be able to see her again too." He had no way of knowing this or not of course. Art didn't pretend to understand the realm of the dead. But if he'd been able to see Resin, why wouldn't she be able to as well?

Rudy repeated his offer, explaining how the Carpathian castle was also her home. A curt nod of his head and a hum of agreement came from the young alpha. "Mom founded this place for all of us to come together as a family. This castle bears our family name. It's as much a home to you as anywhere else." If he could convince Iolaire to stay in the Hallows with the rest of their family, perhaps they could find a way to help bring her back to life.

"Artorias Carpathius" | "Carpathian" | "Corbin" | "Argent"