funny how life changes

He hadn’t ever joined a pack before, he had been born in Fireside and unless his mother led them elsewhere he had thought for a long time that he would also die there. That thought had haunted him for a while, with Gwynevere on his mind quite frequently. Wanting to come and be with her often contradicted his perceived expectations. Now was different. There were blood relatives he could have gone to, many for that matter, but he wanted to be with Gwyn. Perhaps he should have been more loyal to his kin, but his heart wanted to show his loyalty to the girl beside him.

He explained what he knew to her and as Artorias approached Ysmir would give her the cue to explain. She would give him as much information as she knew, Fireside was no more. Artorias reaction was one of complete surprise as the news was given. As an alpha he would have a better idea of who and what the once pack had been. Ysmir averted his gaze, he hadn’t even been to the last meeting so he couldn’t explain further.

It didn’t matter though, the alpha swiftly shifted back to the matter at hand. Ysmir had no home, and more than anything he wanted to be here beside Gwynevere. He held his breath, but Artorias strode forward confidently. Blue and silver eyes looked up towards the alpha as one massive paw was placed on his shoulder. Then he was welcoming him into the Hallows. He released the breath and smiled as he was given a brief introduction to the Hallows laws. Ysmir gave a quick nod in acceptance.

The aegis then offered to learn the sign language that he had Gwyn had begun to work on and surprise overtook his features. Ysmir gave the taller man a grin in response, already feeling welcomed and at home just thanks to Artorias being so open and generous. Ysmir nodded again, grateful that the man was so eager to better communicate with him. Ysmir glanced over to Gwyn, a huge grin playing on his features as he found a brightness in his future he hadn’t ever imagined before.

Artorias moved to help him get his things into the castle, offering up Gwyn to help him settle in and better learn the Hallows laws. He felt his face flush at the mention of breeding laws and the look he gave his sister before turning back towards the castle. Ysmir kept his head down as the thoughts of the future blossomed and made his heart pound in his chest as he sidled up to Gwyn and followed into his new home. A million thoughts racing through his head.