Who you were meant to be

These were the moments Artorias lived for. Those proud moments where he got to bask in his children's joy, celebrate their achievements and accomplishments with them, and watch as they became the magnificent wolves he knew they were all destined to be. Perhaps Bramble picked up on the intentions behind his questions, as her excitement began to grow even before he unveiled why he had asked her here. The moment the other foot dropped and he announced his intent to promote her, all that joy and excitement exploded out of Bramble like a firework exploding in the night sky. A huge smile split Artorias' lips as he allowed himself to drop the official facade and just be a proud parent with his daughter, giving a hearty laugh as Bramble launched herself at him in a grateful hug. Art wrapped his paws around his girl, squeezing her back in his tight embrace as she buried herself in his fur, taking the time to commit this wonderful moment to memory for all time. He was so, so proud of her!

As they parted, Bramble resumed her position in her new seat and declared that she would be proud to be his new Envoy. Artorias had no doubts she would accept, but just hearing that triumph in her voice as she said her new title aloud made his heart swell with love. Bramble had worked so hard to get to where she was and it had been noticed. The Carpathian patriarch loved all of his children and was proud of them all in their own ways, but Bramble had committed herself to a path and saw it through to fruition. Now she was reaping the well-earned fruits of her labors. Another chuckle peeled from Art and he shook his head at his wonderful ridiculous daughter. Gods, how he loved his children! "You sound very important and official, Envoy Carpathius." Artorias listened to Bramble gush, overjoyed and elated at her future. She reminded him so much of himself when he had been named heir of the Hallows oh so many years ago.

"You don't have to say anything, Bramble. Your mother and I have seen the hard work and dedication you've put into yourself to get to where you are, and we couldn't be prouder of you. You've earned your rank, your place at this table, and you've more than made your mark in our family." A gentle fatherly smile touched the dire brute's lips as he spoke. He hoped Bramble knew just how much she was loved. He hoped all his children knew how much they were loved... "I will have your first tasks for you soon, drăguţ. Until then, you are dismissed. Enjoy getting to introduce yourself by your new rank and maybe show it off a bit. You deserve the bragging rights." Another deep chuckle rumbled in Artorias' chest as he flashed Bramble a roguish smile and a wink.

"Artorias Carpathius" | "Carpathian"