Back to where it started

Alaric knew this place well. Yet, it held a...mixed emotion memory for him. It's where he met Atreyu, but it wasn't on the best of terms. Admittedly, he was a bit of an asshole. Now things had changed between them. Seasons spent together had drawn the two closer. He has followed Atreyu here to the shores, but something else has caught his attention along the way. He allowed the pink spotted woman to get ahead while he searched for what was so interesting. In the bushes he spotted it: a white ball of mass. Closer inspection revealed a familiar face: A white cane corso puppy. Old enough to eat solid foods. Maul and Cinder were obviously delighted in the newfound puppy. They sniffed and wagged their tails in delight. Alaric felt conflicted on what to do with the pup. His mind lingered over to Atreyu. Perhaps...she would want the little thing? Well, little for now. Alaric knew the pup would grow to be much bigger. A formidable breed the cane corsos was. He picked up the pup by the scruff and made his way back towards the shimmering shores. His eyes flickered over the horizon, settling on Atreyu's figure. He approached her from behind, quietly, before clearing his throat to announce his presence. He set the pup down at his black feet, so his mouth could speak. "I found something in the brush." He started. "Figured you might be interested?" He wondered out loud, tilting his head.