Jackson was patient as he waited for the rest of the pack to show. Wagging his tail at everyone in a quiet greeting as they arrived. He made sure to watch where Leo took the rabbits, since he had never met those pups before he wanted to see what they looked like so that he would be sure to try and interact with them when he seen them. He would be sure to continue providing meals for them and if they desired, to teach them how to hunt. His bi colored eyes took in the three pups, looking at their emotions on their faces and feeling horrible for what had happened. He knew what it felt like when he found out of his mother's death, but to loose both parents at once. He wasn't sure if the pups saw the scene of their parents mangled bodies. Looking away the male took in a deep breath and tried to distract himself. He went back to watching everyone file in and take their seats. When Leo went back to his perch Jackson straightened up and waited patiently for the meeting to start. Leo gave a few more minutes before he started the meeting. Listening carefully Leo started off about the bad news of the two fallen pack members. Dropping his head during the moment of silence in respect to their fallen pack members. He started back into explaining about being careful around the falls in case the bear would return, hopefully it was just because the bear woke from hibernation to early and that it wouldn't return. He went on to name the Archduke and the princess which were two of his cousins. He wagged his tail in silent congratulations to them both. He announced a new face, a half uncle that Jackson didn't know about and he looked around trying to see who it would be. He would have to meet this half uncle and find out about him. Next thing Leo spoke about took him off guard, in a good way. When Lo direction his attention to Jackson with the offer of the Baron rank. The young man couldn't help but smile with his tail wagging. "I would be honored Uncle Leo and I promise to not let you or the pack down," he said proudly glad that he was finally making a name for himself. He finished out, promoting another member of the pack. He went on to talk about plans with Ivory Ridge and how he would need to speak with both himself and Amelia about what would be needed for this meeting. Jackson was excited to dive head into his rank more. Walk ---- "Speak" ---- "Hear" ---- Think

Heather went on to watch the pack. How her father went to present the food to the two youths in the pack. Her heart went out to them for a moment - knowing how hard it was to lose a parent. However - in a way she was envious. At least they knew what happened to their parents. Heather didn't know whether her mother, left, was dead or otherwise. Letting the thought leave she would see that her brother wasn't here yet - not to hear his promotion. Worry welled within her. What if he got sick of her, not letting that show she twitched the end of her tail looking at Jackson. One of her cousins from what she had heard as the same was to be said of Razor. "I hope I can serve all of you well." she said out loud dipping her head towards the pack. Swallowing she was overwhelmed with excitement and nervous feelings. Things she at least had been able to grasp a little. Perhaps with a little work she'd be okay, but otherwise it still almost felt like a small shiver in her skin. Taking in a deep breath she tried to let these thoughts pass. They did not control her as much as they could control her life. Heather concentrated on what was in front of her - this was her life. she would take control of it and show that she shone brighter than any sun. "Talk" "You" Think

Carletta was quiet, gaze intent and focused on Leo the whole while he spoke. There were so many things he said, things she didn’t fully pick up and grasp… but she caught on to some of the more important bits. She was glad that the bear that killed Bright Moon and Quelt was gone, though still it troubled the femme that a predator of that size had dared enter a wolf pack. Had it been crazed? Starving? The Spanish woman let out another little sigh, gaze turning towards the little ones. They were the children of Bright Moon and Quelt, right? Little ones without a mama… She focused her attention back to Leo, smiling some as he welcomed Amarant, a man whom she had not seen before but was glad was within their home. Another friendly face… Now if only her sister had been one of those who had come to Fiori to join. Though Carletta also understood that Amaia still had a wandering heart. It wasn’t as easy for her to settle down as it had been for Car. But… The tri-colored femme felt as though she were missing something. Something important. There was also talk of higher ranks, those who helped lead the pack. When her name was brought up though the femme knitted her brow in confusion. A... Dutchess? She understood that high ranks in a pack were important, but she didn’t fully get what the rank itself meant. Or most of the ranks for that matter. They needed someone for the Dutchess rank but… why her? Carletta flicked her ears back with uncertainty, glancing around at the other members of the pack. Leo was asking her specifically… she didn’t want to say no… but she was scared of letting the other wolves in the pack down. She was going to have to step up her game and really try… wasn’t she? “I… I try…” The female said in her broken English, managing a small smile. If Leo believed she could do this then surely she could, right? Car shifted slightly, waiting to see if anyone else was going to speak up. "Talk" "You" Think

Lionel had never been late for anything in his life. He'd always made it a point to arrive to meetings and events on time and put forth his best effort, and yet today he was a disappointment. He'd been expecting the meeting to come up now that it was spring. He and his siblings were now two years of age and old enough to hold their own ranks. He'd already talked to his father and had been offered a high position while Heather had earned her position as Princess. The idea of Archduke had excited him at first, but he couldn't quite seem to bring himself out of the hole of sadness he'd buried himself in. His wound had long since scabbed over and was healing nicely, yet that wasn't what bothered him. The fact that he hadn't gotten to the bear quick enough to save Bright Moon or Quelt was what he couldn't get out of his head. Maybe if he'd been just a bit quicker he could have helped them. Instead they were both dead and their children were orphans. He knew missing the meeting entirely would be worse than if he was late so he headed off towards the usual spot. He arrived just as Leo announced promotions for quite a few wolves including his own. His ivory colored ears flicked back against his skull in embarrassment. So far he wasn't doing a great job - being late certainly wasn't a good way to start things off. He didn't know if his father had noticed him arrive, but he flashed an apologetic look towards him anyways. Walk, "Talk" Think