The Summer Bonfire Festival (Year 20)

Kea watched his father step up to light the flame and say his piece as the bonfire festival truly started. So many wolves had arrived, and the sheer volume of the crowd flared his growing cautious nature. He didn’t have the same confidence he once did. He understood now how easily he could die. The heat of the deep lava had almost consumed him, and he would never forget the pain of it against his coat.

He looked about for familiar faces. His siblings, his family, trying to draw a little confidence from them. Instead, his eyes fell on the hint of drama just starting to form to one side. He moved, drawing closer to his father. He wanted to say to offer his Alpha protection, but really he was just seeking comfort from the strong, imposing figure of his Sire.


"Speech"