Novella would arrive first, her curiosity apparent as she made her way to their sides. She would nuzzle the girl as her mate answered her, she would have to be patient this time. Slowly their grandchildren would arrive, the first of which held claim on her own name. Novel would smile, certainly the honor was a sign Song had indeed felt a connection to her still. She would smile at every new arrival, happy to be in the presence of her grand babies. Something she never thought would occur in her lifetime. Song had been lost to her, coming here had been a dream come true. She would be the first to admit she had made some grave mistakes, but being able to reconcile with those she loved was worth more than anything.
However hurt was evident in her eyes as Howl arrived. She would feel Dutiron press into her side as she took in her son's appearance. She could see and feel the hatred that he felt for her, but she would not blame him. She would only feel sorry for the boy for not being able to let go of the past. She had been so long with out them, and had done so much to hurt them. Her only hope would be that Howl could let go of such events and embrace the love his family had for him. A hardened heart would do more damage than her mistakes ever would. She would sigh, looking away from the boy to become engrossed in the presence of her youngest son. Legend was oblivious to the negative energy Howl brought along with him, a gentle nuzzle would be offered before he sat himself down again. There were many mistakes in her first litter, but it seemed the younger brood knew little of the other's suffering.
Finally song would approach, her form rough and ragged. She would explain herself, her own son ill. Novel would offer a nudge of affection as she sat, Dutiron beginning shortly after. She wondered absently where the rest of their family might be. "Should you have a rank in mind that you would like to attain you need only mention it. We will most certainly need assistance in filling higher ranks."?
