She felt like she was practically waddling away from Sonticus, the need to get away from the bustle of pack life ate at her, and she wanted to find somewhere quiet where she could be alone. She was sure that when her pups were born, she would get no time alone...perhaps this might be her last chance to do it. Walking slowly, her belly was obviously huge, and her long thick fur didn't help with that matter. She was tired, having walked so much taking a bigger toll then she thought, but the end journey was worth it. As she crept along in silence, fog rolled in across her paws, the world muted. This was perfect...albeit a little, creepy, but at least it was quiet. The cloudy sky above did nothing to soothe her, only adding to the gloom of the forest, but she would not turn tail and flee. Instead, she sought out a decent place to lie down and rest, her weary legs stretching out as she lay on her left side. It was...peaceful here, definitely a good place to just relax and think. "Talk" "You" Think

Skillet - Never Surrender

The brute didn't trail far behind his mate. He could sense the stress in her, and it did not help him with his own any. The past few days had been trying for him. He liked being close at hand for Avalon. But Arian hated his guts, and he didn't feel at ease in Sonticus. He wasn't used to pack life. He wasn't used to all of this. But he had to become so, and soon. Newol was about to make a great step forward. He was about to become a father. The time was over. It was over and said and done. All things had worked themselves around. He was no longer tied to the ancient royal bloodline. He had escaped that. And he finally had a woman at his side who he loved. And soon he would have a legacy of his own to take care of, growing safe and warm inside the belly of one of the most beautiful females he'd every seen. He didn't much care for the surroundings. But you couldn't have everything. All he knew right now was that he wanted to see Avalon smile. To feel her against him, and see her feeling safe and sure. Because it brought ease to his own heart. Especially a creature of habit such as him. Especially away from home like this. Avalon was his world, yes. Otherwise he wouldn't even be this far from the West. But when you drive a stick in the ground and claim Home, well... You drive a stick in the ground and you fekkin' claim Home. He new his place well though. This was his home in a sense. In a different way than the no longer needed sanctuary in the mountains, or the much awaited sanctuary in the gorge on The Plains. This was where he belonged as he stepped from the brush behind his mate. He knew she needed him. And he needed her. She didn't realize just how much. Without saying a word, he would walk up beside her and lay down at her side. His warm side pressed against hers. Laying his head at his paws, he would close his eyes and take a long sigh of a breath. For a moment, he was content. He and Avalon, the rest of the world could go to hell now. With a chuckle he would nuzzle her softly. "Boy oh boy. We are actually all grown up now. Can you believe we finally made it here, love?" It was a really impressive thought. Three years ago, the two of them had been young and restless, hiding from the world in a cave up in the mountains. Now they where adults and parents to be. He couldn't wait though. He was scared, sure. But he wouldn't let his children know what it was like to lose a parent as he had. He owed his mother that much. Both of them. "Speech"

Her partner was a welcome addition to her life each and every day. They had been together since, sleeping together in her den. She was unaware of his meeting with arian, but she hadn't really seen the crippled woman around lately. It did worry her some, upset that her sister had even more trouble walking now. But now, Avalon had her own worries to think about. Her children were due soon, and she knew it would be both frightening and welcoming them into the world. Frightening because she didn't know what to expect when the time came, but she was so very eager to meet her little ones. Newol as well, she was completely sure he couldn't wait either. Each day brought them closer, each day brought them happiness.

She shifted slightly to accommodate her mate's form, a smile growing as his warm voice spoke. She couldn't help but laugh at his enthusiasm, his happiness at the present and their future. It warmed her heart considerably, the femme was happy knowing that they were here, together and inseparable. After three years of searching for something, unsure of what it even was, she had missed out and failed to see what she had needed all along. Until they had found each other again, of course. "It's been a long road, but I am glad to be able to walk this path with you, darling." She nuzzled the underside of his jaw, tail wagging happily upon the ground.

She would wince in surprise then, feeling a sudden jerking movement in her abdomen. Glancing towards her belly for a moment, she smiled as a giggle bubbled forth. "It would seem our children can't wait to join us!"