The Summer Bonfire Festival (Year 18)

All of the pack's collective preparation had finally led to this and as she was beginning to usher their kids out toward the plains, she heard their father's howl for the rest of the pack and their friends to gather around for the lighting of the fire. She smiled as she heard Artorias' voice and gave one more "come on, kids!" before she began to head out herself. She saw several of them run up ahead of her along with several other pack members, family and friends alike, begin to gather. This was one of her favorite events that The Hallows had on their calendar and she was happy to be here along side Artorias to host it once again. So much had changed in their lives since the last bonfire festival. There was so much to celebrate and as she walked over to stand beside Artorias, leaning into his side with a warm smile, she couldn't help but think about how much more their lives would change and family would grow between now and the next time they stood here together. She waited beside him for him to begin the bonfire in earnest–keeping a close eye on their rambunctious pups in the meantime.

"Briar Carpathius"