This cavern seemed so interesting before. He had been in it, over and over again, just to think of the time that had passed and the time that would come before him. For whatever reason, he could be a strong man, and for whatever reason he wouldn't let himself fall again. After being in such a horrible state, he was stronger, no longer a fool like he was. He had been a father, and he had reminded himself of the things he had done and the things his mother had done. Hajime smiled, and felt the autumn wind blow through his fur. Black mask on his face the same as always it almost looked like he hadn't changed at all. Though on the inside, he was much different and much more confident in himself and how he could affect others. Calm, confident like the king he had wished to be when he was younger. Even if he was a little bit alone now. Speech,

She had been in and out of existence; she was there but she hadnt been noticed, she stayed well way from the view of others around her, and since the disappearance with Newt, Poppy was away from society even more. Today she would take a small stroll, thinking about all the possibilities she had with the old Tortuga, until it was taken over by another random wolf. She would sigh, before touching the crisp autumn leaves below her small tea cupped paws. Autumn was a relaxing time, not to hot but not to cold. She loved it, and now it was the perfect opportunity to get herself out. Her nose would lead her towards someone, she knew it was familiar but she couldnt quite title a name upon the face. Eager to find out who it was, she wasted no time in waiting; her slender legs would carry her light weight at a resolute pace, before her eyes caught on upon the man. Haijme? Haijme! a smile would form quickly upon her thin lips, it felt strange; it didnt happen very often and she could help but keep it there. She would race towards him, running straight up to him and jumping straight at him for the side, while giving a bear hug " Hajime! Your alive!" She'd laugh it of before eagerly licking at his face as an affectionate greeting.

"Speak!"

Hajime was lost in thought until he was tackled, giving a oof he didn't have enough time to react and when he did it was someone he knew so it was alright. Being given a flutter of licks and affection the man would laugh and struggle to get out of her grip. He turned towards her, his own tail wagging, it was Poppy. The girl he had met in Tortuga that one day. It made him happy to see her grinning at the overgrown puppy. "Yes, I am very much alive!" he exclaimed, he could hardly believe it himself after having to deal with amnesia. Though he had always felt bad for about the events when Ozz challenged for her. He felt like those things were far past him, but also sad at the same time. "How have you been?" he asked relaxing and sitting down as he gave a soft sigh. Happy that it had been her and not an enemy that had slammed into him. Speech,

Her tail would lick eagerly at her heels, its been to long since seeing him. And ever since the challenge made towards her; she had still forgiven him. Though, it seemed rather strange. She didnt even know that woman. Her thoughts would be flicked to the side, as her gaze travels along him, They had both grown up so much! " I.. I didnt think id ever see you again!" Ever since the disapearance of Newt it felt nice to see a familiar face, and one that she was reasonably found of. Perhaps soon she would be able to see Byakuro again " Im doing good, i decided to take a stroll... its strange withought newt, How've you been doing?" Had he met anyone yet that she could meet? Perhaps he's moved on to find another pack Though, Poppy wasnt quite ready to rush into things again. The last time she went into Tortuga it only lasted for like a month. She had Trust issues, and would find it difficult to persuade herself that its safer to be in one.

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