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[LAD]

Shinku, Samara, Devyn, Malluce, Vespera, Vitanali, Zoria, Neraine, DarkStar, DarkMoon, Donato, Saku, London, Caitlyn, Orion, Kairos, Aidan, Nixen, Iris.

Donato snorted loudly in amusement at Dante's words until Kodiac's response flickered through his mind. He was about to move off - his mother had been one of the few that had been touched by Kodiac - when Estavan spoke up in defense of his father. Eyes narrowed in on the male as irritation pricked at him. While Estavan's comment had been directed at Dante, he had some of that 'demonic bullshit' within him as well.

Donato tilted his head up and responded, his voice monotone. "I'm sure your father can handle himself. However, do be mindful of the insults you toss around. Some of that demonic bullshit lies within others - others like your new born half siblings, that come from my mother. And besides, there are cubs around - be mindful of your language." He turned away instantly, not waiting for a response.

Honestly, Donato had no intention of actually having told Kodiac's kids nor was he actually going to originally tell Kodiac after seeing him with his own son. Not at least after seeing the two of them together - and not today. But he shrugged it off and looked at Dante, tilting his head curiously, as if asking Dante if he wanted to add anything else.

DarkMoon's ears flicked at the commotion outside and shot a concerned look to DarkStar who sighed heavily mid-lick of grooming her shoulder. He stood then, slowly, stretching his limbs carefully and mindful of his daughter and her cubs then carefully stepped around her as he moved outside. "Ima stay outside if it's nothing big." DarkMoon chuckled and waved him away with a paw. He had just gotten out in time to hear Donato's comment to Estavan and raised an eyebrow. His eyes shifted to Kodiac and Estavan and he eyed them both momentarily before he looked back at Donato.

"Did you tell them?"

Donato's eyes shot up to DarkStar, and he shrugged but said nothing more on the subject. DarkStar narrowed his eyes on his grandson, but merely trotted over to join the group having no idea what had happened moments before he had appeared and instead merely laid down out in the sun a few moments later.

Shinku had been opening his mouth to make an off-handed comment to Kejethan when drama seemed to explode out of no where - and not because of him or DarkStar this time. He raised a brow and watched, jaw slackened before he closed his mouth then shook his head. Kids these days. When DarkStar came out and asked one question - to which he received a shrug - Shinku nudged Kejethan before glancing over to Caspian and Casper. "We all could do with something amusing to do." He muttered. He had been bored as well.

A red figure had raised an eye brow from a distance as she watched the proceedings - but it didn't bother her at all. Instead, she had eyes for the dark figure laying out in the sun with a flaming tail. She'd been lurking around for a few days by now and was positive that was her dad. A small grin crossed her face and slowly, silent as a blade of grass, she moved forward... And then she lunged. Straight for Zalui's unsuspecting back. Iris had made her appearance.

Caitlyn purred softly as Cocaine nuzzled her and was about to ask a question when things erupted. She turned her head and watched it all with one brow raised, snorting softly under her breath. Child's play. However her gaze also caught sight of something else - Devyn. She narrowed her gaze at him briefly before shaking off her thoughts. "I think it's time we go..." She suggested, but her tone was in amusement - to prevent any other further unnecessary comments being made.

Devyn had met Caitlyn's gaze cooly before turning away and catching sight of Devin and Fear and he moved toward them, playfully almost, slipping between the two. "Hey guys." He paid no mind to everyone else - it wasn't something that interested him.

Malluce, having seen and heard the party being called off and gathering, found it pointless to join as big as they were now. Plus with the words Devyn had shared with him seconds ago, he figured his brother didn't want him around right now.... And Fear and Devin were part of the party too. He huffed under his breath and caught sight of Samara near Ryssor and then shook his head. A glace around found him looking over at Odysseia and Carnal - Adelaide had joined them too. He sighed. Might as well.

So, paws still dragging a bit, he moved over to where they were - his eyes landing on the cubs that were his other half siblings. Another sigh and he moved towards them and laid down a few feet away from Odysseia, Carnal, Kazbek, and Adelaide.

Vespera had been all for continuing to go after her brother, Morpheus - and probably still bumped into Morpheus' backside as she tried to change directions to more interesting things. Like the big tigeress that approached her mommy. She jolted up to them, running as fast as her little legs would carry and then smiled broadly, her eyes wide with her curiosity. "Who are you, pretty lady? Momma, who is she?" Forest green eyes darted between her momma and the tigeress she deemed 'pretty lady.'

Vitanali giggled gleefully at her brother until his words processed in her mind. "Walt! You're such a meany!" She pouted, frowning angrily at the 'chubby' comment, but just as she crouched down to make another leap at him, her 'daddy's' words echoed in her ears and she looked up with wide eyes at Kazbek. "Okay, Papa." She whirled around to look for someone else to talk to or bother and caught sight of Vincent and Morpheus and she eagerly trotted over to them. "Hi!"

Zoria looked up at Cannival, looked back at her mother and then looked over at Safranine as she spoke up about 'play'. Play. It sounded fun right about now, no matter how much she wanted to emulate her mother. "Can we play Mommy?" But suddenly her head ducked down as shyness crept up on her, and her ears flicked back slightly. "I mean, please?" Her voice was soft and endearing, but still full of nervous-ness.

But all three cubs jolted at the yelling of Estavan and shied away underneath the closest adult.

Samara had watched with wide eyes at the drama that erupted and glanced over at Ryssor to see a similar look of surprise - except with horror embedded into it and her bright red eyes flicked back to Estavan and the proceedings that followed. If anything she could agree there - he should have watched his language. "Unbelievable." She muttered shaking her head.

Saku and London said nothing. Merely watched. And Neraine is doing baby things with her siblings where ever they are.

Their search for Nixen's sibling continued but it wasn't long before a sharp voice crossed their hearing. Nixen and Aidan's gaze shot over to where Bacardi seemed to shoot up from no where to join them. Aidan returned the greeting briefly but kept her eyes flicking around as Bacardi began to speak. Aidan didn't really trust much of anyone but her father in this Clan. And with the words spilling from Bacardi's mouth, she had a bad feeling about anyone that would cross their paths.

Nixen however narrowed his eyes as Bacardi continued to speak and then huffed. "Parox's disappearance is why I came to find you." He told her bluntly. "I have a feeling he may be waiting for us. But you're right. It's time we go. I've no want to stay in a place where-"

Aidan had caught sight of something though. A certain mutt that was easily within hearing distance and was actually quite close by and she instantly spread away from Bacardi and Nixen. "Where we can't be trusted." Aidan cut off sharply, her voice cold, angered. She then jerked her chin sharply over to where Alfwin stood to show them and Aidan had moved to cut off the straight path back to where everyone else had been gathering. "I fucking hate that tiger." She hissed out. "And any of her loyal fucking followers. No questions asked? Bullshit." The only good part about this was that they were not close to everyone else. "What do you guys wanna do. Bacardi - your call." She prepared herself however to dash after Alfwin and snap at his tail should the male take off running.


Orion glanced down at his sister and then sighed. "Get up. We need to interact with everyone else." Kairos huffed. "Don't want to." Orion huffed and grasped her by the scruff sharply and yanked her to her paws. "Up!" Kairos shrieked - not loudly - but it was still a shriek and she scrambled away from him.

"Alright, alright!" The two Demonics glanced around and caught sight of Adelaide, the queen they remembered. Cheri had been supportive of her. So, too, would they be supportive of her. They walked over where Adelaide joined Odysseia and both dipped their heads politely and respectfully. "Hello," Kairos spoke first, proper as always, "I don't believe we've met quite yet." She offered a small weak smile.

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» Safranine, Bacardi, Aide

Safranine let out a little whine as she pawed at her mother's leg. Now her siblings were all excited about getting to play, and she hoped to be entertained soon. She twisted her head around to see what was going on out in the clearing, but otherwise her attention was still mostly on her mother and closer relatives.

Bacardi's claws scraped at the ground restlessly as her gaze flickered back and forth from the two demonics as they spoke. "Oooh what a coincy'dence. Been lookin' for you fer the same reason." At Aidan's observation, Bacardi fur stood on end as she lowered herself into almost a hunting crouch. Pupils became slits as she growled for a few moments.
Fur beginning to relax, Bacardi stepped backwards and then rose to height once again, this time looking angry. "Buck up, kittens. Let's get outta here." She continued her scraping at the ground, eyes narrowed, searching, in the direction that Aidan had pointed to. Her gaze then snapped back as they addressed her. "Made your teary goodbyes yet? Wave your farewells? Well scoot!" She had nobody to tell. The only ones she would have consulted were already gone or preparing to leave as well. There was, of course, her other cousin, Emeris Moi, but Bacardi hadn't the slightest idea of her whereabouts. Ah, whatever. Maybe she'd turn up someday.
Bacardi kicked away a clot of dirt, trying to think of anyone else who might want to join them. Draco came to mind, then that.. strange albino kid, Karen.. Cadren. Yeah, that was it. The female cracked her neck as she waited for a response.

Aide's ear flicked at Caden's response, and he let out a small breath. He sat for a while until he was approached by a younger demonic. He listened, the usual expression rooted on his features. Nothing was said as he watched Alfwin walk off, the identity of the younger male under question. Much had changed since his leave.
The older demonic stood up, seeking Adelaide with his gaze before slowly approaching. He stood at a distance, raising his head to the two females dominants as they spoke. "Ladies." he acknowledged gruffly, dryly. Neither of them were individuals whom he was very acquainted with. They had not been appointed or probably even alive during most of his time in Jaaku. He remembered very little about them. Of course, his loyalty fell upon whoever took the throne, even if they weren't the ones who had inducted him.
"You sent." It was more of a simple statement than a question, but Aide inquired about her request for his presence in his own way.
His gaze soon drifted to two other demonics, ones who looked familiar. He couldn't quite place a paw on it as he stared, but they were rather similar in appearance to someone he used to know. His eyes narrowed slightly at Kairos and Orion, still thinking as he silently scrutinized them.

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[Caylis]

Evangeline purred, grinning, "Oh, not too much.. father's gonna train us soon!" she said, grinning with excitement, she then noticed the deflated sigh, "You look so tired. Who did ya make friends with.. did you get a girlfriend?!" she said, bursting out laughing before she hushed herself, blushing bashfully. "Anyway, other than that.. not much. Oh! Did you see.. a prisoner.. named Caylis? Lord Funeral, father, and Captain Circa are thinking whether or not to save her." she said, shrugging.

[FJ]

Erebus Crimson-Donovan

New to this world and so full of life, growing by the day to become the next generation Meurtrier had yet to witness. There was always hope in these things. Where suffering had been all too abundant recently with the cold murder of several, now new life came to restore the balance and someday take fate into their own paws.

A small litter, though this was highly advantageous. They could afford more personalized time with their parents rather than squabbling over attention--soaking in the richness of the personalities and teachings. As for whether they'd still fight among each other, that would have to be seen.

The various scents that met Erebus' itty bitty nose interested the little one, though the need of warmth and milk was so much more so. Neo and Jasper's scent had stayed constant aside from his littermate's and his mother and he soon went wiggling off toward one at random, not seeking food but looking for a nice belly to press against and fall asleep at. And maybe attempt in vain to draw milk from later.

[kahara]

ODYSSEIA, COCAINE, NERANTE, ASESINO, BALTHIER II, CARNAL, DEVIN, FEAR, KEJETHAN DARAH, KODIAC, NERRY, CASPER, NOVOCAIN, APOLLO, SLITHER, VINCENT, WALTER, CAINE, HAGAN, TEAR, ISAER, ARETA, MORGAN

[/i] The queen's tail lashed as her voice raised. Silence fell, especially for the cubs, who went wide-eyed. "Behave like cubs and I will see to it that you are TREATED like cubs. Now enough of this nonsense. Cocaine's party has enough to go with. If I hear anymore of this you'll all have me to deal with, or worse, Neo and Jasper." Odysseia waited for someone to protest, but she settled back down as she did, eyes on them all. Malluce moved in, and she momentarily looked to him, before giving the gang a last glance to ensure they'd behave.

There was a sigh of relief as the party took off though. Odysseia looked down at Vespera and smiled. "This is Adelaide, Vespera. Adelaide is the dominant female of Jaaku Clan, our greatest allies." She gestured to Adelaide with a smile, glad her children were curious and active. She hadn't forgotten Malluce, either. Now with the chaos gone, she gave him a proper smile and nod, glad to see him around. "Hello." Odysseia looked at the two who approached and gave them a polite nod. "I'm Odysseia, this is Adelaide, and here's my daughter Vespera." She said. Then someone else came along, Aide? He was here for Adelaide, though she gave him a nod.

Vincent was surprised by all of the crazy chaos commotion going on and he halted his investigation again. He turned as Vespera left and noted Morpheus still with him. But someone else came over. Vitanali. She was older than him. "Hi, I'm Vincent." The cub stretched out and sat down as he waited for a reply, smiling with a tilted head.

Cocaine frowned and then looked over his party as soon as the queen scolded them. He had no objections. Though he didn't like feeling collected into a bunch of brats. His daughter nudged him and he nodded. "Come on then. Caitlyn, Kodiac, Fear, Dante, Devin, Donato, Saku, London, Devyn, Estevan, and ... Osic." Cocaine hesitated, but with how things had been lately, he wouldn't object to it. Besides, Odysseia would probably object to his objection. He turned to leave and they headed for the border, leaving their scent along the way. First was to the south, behind the mountain paths. As they reached the start of the path, Cocaine turned to them. "Alright. We can split into two groups. One group will head east, the other west. We'll round the territory and meet back here. Donato, you'll lead the second group. Dante, London, Fear, Caitlyn, and Devyn; go with Donato. The rest of you - Kodiac, Estevan, Devin, Saku, and Osic - come with me." He waited for them to get organized.

Devin and Fear had given Devyn a nod as they walked up to where Cocaine then split them up. Fear and Devyn would be together at least, while Devin was off with the others, namely Osic out of the bunch. Devin wondered if there was any sort of way Cocaine made this decision. Probably best to keep those who argued back in camp apart. Fear would disagree with that though. It's good to force them to be involved, so they learn to get together. Neither would voice opposing thoughts though, each just wanted to get on with the patrol and hunting.

Carnal was shocked at the commotion. No. Annoyed is a better word. She frowned and looked over at Kazbek. "I certainly hope you're not talking about your brother?" Carnal laughed though. There were a lot of big mouths in the pride. And in the clan. Hard to tell which was being spoken about sometimes. Walter rolled off and then leaped to his paws again, headed for his father with a devilish grin. He glanced over his shoulder at Vitanali, winking, knowing he was a meany, as she had said. But in his eagerness to look back and be a butt to his sister, he collided into his mother, tumbled over her belly, and flopped onto the other side with a surprise yell.

Nerante had just finished organizing the herbs with Iarri. He gave her a nod and then smiled at Jaenil for her help, even though a lot of it was just Jae being in the way. Nerante didn't mind. "Sounds like a shitstorm out there. Jae, why don't you find your mother? I'm sure she'd appreciate your company." Nerante wanted to speak with Iarri alone. He adored and loved his children, especially when they decided to spend time with him, but Nerante wasn't right in the end, his priorities were fucked.

Asesino keeps her brood close and watches over the newborns with care.
Areta is comforted by Adalynn.
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[Avian]

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Nyss grabbed the stick she had lost to Koma in the tugging war and watched Kalea join Koma and Kimiko. Her optics then eyed a new possible playmate, Connor, although still asleep when she walked over to him.

Kimiko smiled warmly when Kalea and Crosshatch joined them, "Ah Kalea, look how big you've got!" she said while reaching out a paw to ruffle the cub's mane followed by a hug "Look at your Crosshatch! You've grown into a young man already" she said to her son and hugged him too. "Shall we join your father?" she asked and started to walk up to Project when Koma nodded in return, "Sure!" he replyed and rushed by his mother to get there first.

Meanwhile; 'Such a boring sleepyhead' Nyss thought and poked him with the stick she carryed in her maw from earlier. It certainly woke up Connor and he literaly jumped up in the air, unfortunately, he hit Nyss' maw in the process with one of his wings and the stick was pounced out of her mouth. Nyss took a step back, blinked a few times and rubbed her cheek before tears appeared. She said nothing and ran away. Koma's audits twitched when Nyss ran sobbing by him and he immedeately turned to the one who had made her cry. Koma didn't know it was an accident so he assumed Connor had done something on purpose. The older cub took an U-turn and went straight for Connor, "What did you do!?" he snarled at him. Connor responded by puffing himself up(like those fishes do when they're scared, but he's using his fur instead of actually blowing himself upXD) to look more intimidating, "I didn't do it on purpose!" he hissed back. "Liar!" claimed Koma.
Kimiko noticed Koma's U-turn and turned to see what it was all about. A cub she had never seen before acted hostile towards her dear little son, it was certainly enough to make her interfere. "Stop it" she hissed once she reached the two cubs and placed a paw between them to separate. Koma took a deep breath to calm down while Connor's fur de-puffed. Kimiko looked down at the new cub with stern eyes, "Who is this anyway?". Koma poked his tongue out at Connor, "That's Connor, Carnal's and --" he was cut of by his mother, "Carnal's!?" her voice changed, eyes narrowed.
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[Noa]

RYSSOR, ESTEVAN

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Estevan bristled immediately at the sudden, sharp tone of the Queen, and immediately quieted down - out of the corner of his eye, he could see that Kodiac was all sorts of surprised, but that wasn't enough to make him step out of line. Lord Funeral had obviously chosen a keeper. Someone who could keep the pride in line with a bark. Very much so, a bark that wasn't worse then her bite. Well.. they were about even. But still, he just nodded even though his temper was starting to flare. How dare the Queen, of all people, tell him whether he should defend his father or not. He was allowed to, as was anyone who could defend their family. But no, he wasn't allowed to.

Donato's snide, monotone voice from the side of him didn't help to ease his feelings. He turned to the male, even though he had turned away almost instantly, the hybrid just gave a snort. "Mind your own business, buddy." He whispered through gritted teeth, and looked back to Dante. And then Cocaine. He was calling for them. It was time for the patrol. Joy of joys.

As the group left, Estevan gave a nod to his father as they walked out, leaving behind all the chaos of the den. He didn't care whether he had sworn or acted inappropiately in front of the children. They would just grow up faster.

The border was done, finally. And now, Cocaine had ordered him to follow him. And so, the male stood by the Commander's side, waiting for the others to organise themselves. At least he wouldn't have to be around Donato or Dante for now. Thank god for that.

Ryssor just shook her head and watched as the group left to do their duties, and gave a smirk to Samara next to her. "Children, huh..?" She laughed, although she found it funny that Estevan had an attitude change recently. It was a strange phenomenon, but then again, she was a believer that anyone could change. It was just her, her friend, the royals and the cubs for tonight and Ryssor watched as they played around the den, her gaze looking up to the Queen. It was funny.. she looked young, yet so experienced. Obviously she knew what she was doing. There was some admiration in that.

Lord Funeral was never around, and she couldn't say whether they had a good relationship together. Obviously, the cubs were a sign of something.. but was it out of love or just necessity for the heir of Meurtrier?

And then, commotion to the side - Ryssor looked over, and out of the glimpse of her eye she could see Nyss running away. And then fighting by the others. Geez.. what happened? Obviously, something. That motherly concern of hers appeared so suddenly, and she gave a sigh and got to her paws.

"I"ll see you later Sam." She apologised profusely to her friend, feeling bad to ditch her, but Nyss needed attention. And being of Nerante's blood, she was eager to at least get in touch with the other side of the litter. She pawed out of the den , looked left and right and was only greeted with the sharp, cold air of the Veldt, mixed in with that sulfuric smell.

She gave a whistle, a distinct one that she used to get attention, through her teeth. "Nyss? Where are ya? It's your mother!"
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[drifter]

Osic Donovan | Project Caliver | Iarri Kannon | Jaenil Iden | Zalui Xemvoi

He followed silently for the most part. At first he wondered if the Commander would allow him to go. But when he was included, Osic gave a smile. Whether Cocaine would accept the peaceful gesture or not the younger didn't really care.
With the first half of the trip finished, Osic was a bit disappointed that he wouldn't be going with Devyn. Yet, that lessened a bit as Osic eyed an older brother. Devin was a sibling that Osic had never gotten the chance to meet. Gradually he made his way to his side, offering up that trademark Osic grin. "I don't think we've ever gotten the chance to get acquainted."

Project watched his family from where he stood. Eventually he sat back down, but only to get up once more when his son began to make a scene.
The blonde male made his way over calmly, just as Kimiko put her paw between the two bickering cubs. When Koma stuck out his tongue in a rather crude manner Project used his tail to whip the lad across the back of the head, finishing the punishment with a rather harsh glare. To which earned Koma a fit of giggles from his sister.
"Please do collect yourself." Green's now focused on the large black female. Project then looked down to Connor with a bit of indifference. "Why don't you run along and go see if that other cub is alright."

"It does sound that way, doesn't it?" There was amusement in Iarri's tone. Her light blue eyes drifted to the cub. they exchanged friendly smiles and then Jaenil was off for Ryssor.

Zalui continued to watch the on goings with a bit of a bored expression. But that look was nothing new coming from him. When the yelling broke out he simply glanced that way. A small Hurmph heaved from his chest. So that quiet Kannon boy did have a voice of his own after all. So far Zalui had yet to be impressed by Estevan. His brother was a true warrior and his sister was proving to be an excellent healer, yet he continued to skulk around.
The demoned-mutt had little time to muse over the subject further when he was caught annoyingly off guard. As another body slammed into him Zalui immediately reacted with fierce aggression. A loud roar ripped from him usually silent throat, body flinging upward with ease despite the female being on his back. The spy flung into a quick half spin, whipping around to try and face the ignorant idiot who dared to attack him so.

[Jason]

Jackson watched as Remus ripped into the rodent he had caught for him. A smile appeared as he watched Remus finally start eating, rather than mauling. Then came his reply. "Oh come on you ungrateful little fuck!" he growled. His amber eyes were focused directly on the other now. "You need to get some of that vicious energy out and I need a practice buddy. At least do it for your mother. She's worried that if someone stronger than you fights you that you'll die right away because you have no idea how to defend yourself." It was a lie, but he was sure that it held some truth to it. Adelaide had never said anything about it, though.

Rachel continued to remain well behind them, silent as the grave.

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Adelaide smiled at Odysseia. "That's good to hear," she replied with a purr. "Yes and no. That is no more than usual. I have an old friend of mine as Remus's babysitter now. As a queen, you know how it is. I can't spend all my time on one difficult child." Her golden eyes rolled a bit, thinking about the way her son behaved. It was more than a little frustrating, but she could not admit how troubling it was for her. She did not need pity, just friends and a little support. She had been the dominant female of Jaaku for a little while now and she was finally starting to get the hang of it, or at least balancing her children and her duties. Her other cubs did not need nearly so much attention Remus, especially now that they were growing. Romulus and Severus concerned her, still, as they both acted out of line quite often. Both tried to boss other around, especially Severus. Romulus was too easily offended.

Her ears perked up as Orion and Kairos approached. She smiled warmly at both. "We did in passing, but too much woe had befallen us for proper introductions," she stated, mood dropping slightly as she breezed over the topic. She patted the ground by her with a paw. Her ears perked up again as Aide approached. "Nice to see you came, Aide. I was just curious where you had been of late. You missed quite a bit and I thought we might chat a bit about. Nothing pressing. If you have more urgent matters, however, you may attend to them first." Her eyes flitted over to his albino son, Caden, briefly. With Parox gone and Bacardi hopefully to follow soon, she had a few less worries now.

Drama popped up and Adelaide watched as Odysseia handled it and returned. "Always something," she heaved, smiling and nodding to the new arrivals as Odysseia introduced them. "Pleased to meet you, Vespera."

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Alfwin heaved as he was found out. Excellent. However, his crouch then lowered into what appeared to be a laying position, though his muscles were still quite tense. He felt no need to speak, however. He looked bored, but he was still highly observant and hiding a sneer at the words just expressed.

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Jasper lifted his brows at the small announcement made by one of his elder sons. "Send DarkMoon my thanks and congratulations as well," he replied coolly. It was one of the many moments he was grateful to have such a family. His eyes had flitted to Apollo briefly and he hid a smirk at his grandson. "It's okay Apollo. It's just a rumor that I eat naughty cubs. That's Neo's job," he teased. His head cocked to the side as he heard distant shouting. He recognized his son's voice and rolled his eyes. The boy was getting himself into trouble again. He made no move to get up and help him, however. Dante was old enough to clean up his own messes.

Neo lounged around, keeping an eye on things outside, glancing back to his brother momentarily. He returned his gaze to his family nearby, focusing mostly on his nephews. He did not move from his spot, however.

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Dante chuckled as Kodiac's response. "Touche," he replied. "Perhaps I think this pride is just too full of desperate females and you enjoy taking advantage of that? Let's do this again." If Jasper heard wind of this, he knew he would catch shit. He was digging his hole deeper, but he did not give a single care. Then Estevan exploded. The young adult grinned a bit wider. The prospect of a fight would never fail to excite him. He was very aggressive, even if it never seemed that way. The few who had seen him train knew how the sight of blood excited him. Donato quickly backed him up and his ears perked. "Fun stuff," he murmured to his friend. He would have said something to Estevan, but soon the queen came up and ended it all. His tail stopped lashing and his shoulders sagged in disappointment.

He glanced at the other four in his group and bumped against Donato. "Where to first?"

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Caspian tilted his head at Casper. "That was nice of them. Yeah, mom was a little loud. Sorta freaked me out," he said with a slight nervous laugh. He looked off toward the voices. "What happened? I never heard Estevan shout." He glanced over at Kejethan and watched him walk off. He looked then to his uncle and wondered if Neo was okay. Apparently, his question was scrawled across his face because the big brute waved him off. "Hey, Casper. You want to go see some of our other siblings? Like Novocain and Atryn?"

[Vee]

Caden did nothing new since Vee's previous post. Just continued to sit and watch everything and stay out of the way.

Same with Alighieri, laying up above and a little behind the Queens. It was where he deemed the safest for now.

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Remus had his half closed eyes focused on the meat he was hungrily gnawing even as Jackson spoke. He seemed unfazed until Jackson had the nerve to mention his mother, and what she wanted. It was then the Liger's fur stood and he got up slowly. Jackson may be much bigger, but that didn't stop the teenager from walking directly to him.

"Do it for my mother. Oh, this would make mother sad!" He quoted, his voice spoken with weighted frustration, and his teeth were bared ever so slightly, but his posture did not suggest an attack. It seemed for now that Remus was more composed than usual, but he was notorious for mood-swings and unpredictability, so that could well have meant little. "Nobody says the truth! All stupid shallow excuses!" He stopped talking for a moment. Dark circles around his eyes furrowed into a deeply focused frown. He was but inches away from Jackson when his paws brought him no closer, looking up at the vampirific Demonic mutt. "If you want to make her happy, put them in fire or I will!"

[LAD]

Shinku, Samara, Devyn, Malluce, Vespera, Vitanali, Zoria, Neraine, DarkStar, DarkMoon, Donato, Saku, London, Alina, Caitlyn, Orion, Kairos, Aidan, Nixen, Iris.


Donato's ears flicked at the Queen's command and he could say he was glad to have gotten his own word in before she had called it all to a halt. What he did take note of was that Kodiac nor Estavan seemed to react to the news of more cubs and his heart dropped a bit for his mother. Did they not care? Irked that this was who fathered his new siblings he turned his gaze to Cocaine - and slight surprise flickered through him at being appointed to lead the second patrol but he dipped his head in respect and couldn't help the slight smile that tugged at his lips. He would have followed anyone else that Cocaine had chosen, but he had chosen him. Donato didn't let this get to his head though and fell into his old ways, his expression changing as he remembered his having been a Second.

Blue eyes glanced over at Dante as he bumped against him and he tilted his head in his chosen direction with a small smirk on his face of remembrance and joy. Flicking his tail he moved out instantly in the opposite direction - and then paused as he caught sight of two adults among their own little family. His eyes narrowed briefly on the female though. "Surely you weren't about to hurt a cub?" His voice was curious as he looked upon Kimiko, not condescending at all but it also held a warning note. If there was one thing Donato didn't approve of - it was the harming of cubs. Luckily for him he had an entire little group with him that would have witnessed the scene.


Devyn glanced over at Osic and reached over to headbutt his brother before he trotted off after Donato and then paused when he did. He recognized the cub immediately and bristled at the sight of Kimiko and Donato's words. His head swooped down - daring to get close to Kimiko yes - and moved to grasp Conner's scruff and pick the cub up. "It's my sister's cub. I'll be right back." He muttered. If he had grasped Conner he would turn and move to put the cub over by Carnal and then hesitate - wondering if he should tell his sister or not about the plight.


London followed after Donato and raised a brow at the scene, but he glanced back over his shoulder at his cousin, Saku, as he joined Cocaine's group. The male waved a tail at London - he'd be fine.

Caitlyn stuck close to her father's side, but curiosity pricked at her. This was Osic, the kid who had apparently caused much trouble. She tilted her head at him for a moment as she looked him over then turned back to her father. "Well then, ready when you are."


Vespera looked at her mother as she spoke and then looked back at the newly named Adelaide. "Adelaide. That's a nice name!" However when three others appeared, she found herself lurching into her mother's paws to hide, and then wearily picking up her head to glance up at them all. She glanced up at Adelaide again and grinned widely before ducking back down to hide in her mother's fur.


Vitanli plopped down and grinned even more broadly. "Vitanli!" Then she crouched down, "Do you wanna play?" She felt the need to ask for whatever reason.


Zoria is still ducking shyly with her mother. Neraine and Alina doing baby things still.

Malluce flicked his eyes up from watching the cubs frolic around and landed on Odysseia. He shifted, still unsure of how to respond to the female. Instead he merely nodded in reply and then turned his gaze back on the cubs.

DarkStar narrowed his eyes at the display as Donato walked away. So something had gone on - had his grandson been involved? But he also could not help the pride that filled him that Cocaine had chosen him to lead one of the patrols - the only other patrol really. Then his gaze flicked up to Kodiac. He still needed to have a little... Chat... With him. Oh well. It could be done later.

Samara nodded as Ryssor left, her eyes flicking about and then she caught sight of Malluce near Odysseia. Finally. Was her only passing thought on the situation. However, she glanced up as Kejethan passed by and tilted her head in curiosity. "Leaving the den's side after all this time?" It was a light tease - one she knew inwardly she didn't have the right to make, but she couldn't help herself on this particular case. She had noted that most of the Crimsons had practically stationed guard outside of Asesino's den entrance - Kejethan being one of them.

DarkMoon is in her den, Shinku is by Caspian and Casper still but moves away to lie down off in the sun.

As Aidan bunched her muscles to spring at Alfwin, Bacardi spoke. Her ears flicked upwards and soon after Nixen called out to her. "Forget it, Aidan. The kid ain't worth it. Let's just get the bloody frock out of here." He moved closer to her a few steps, but Aidan backed away from Alfwin slowly, carefully. If Alfwin moved to lunge at her at all, she'd be ready for fight. Soon as she made it past Nixen, if she did, she would turn to join Bacardi. Nixen stared Alfwin down for a long moment. "Tell your precious Queen we said bye." He moved back to his sister and cousin, daring Alfwin to attack them with his gaze alone.

Then he tilted his head to the side, his mouth pointed to Bacardi as he reached them and his voice low - too low for Alfwin to hear. "Do you wanna fetch that albino kid of yours?" He murmured quietly. "Or do you wanna do that later?" It really was Bacardi's 'albino kid'.

Orion and Kairos joined the two Queens and watched as Aide approached and eyed them. Orion bristled, one paw moving to step in front of his sister protectively so before Adelaide demanded Aide's attention. And upon hearing the name 'Aide' both ears flicked forward and both young Demonics perked upwards - as if the new information pleased them somehow. A shared look among the siblings before they looked back at Aide and Adelaide and merely watched the interaction. They wouldn't speak without permission.

Iris squealed at her father's roar but held on only momentarily until Zalui flung himself around and she let herself fly off, landing nimbly on her paws with a small stumble afterwards as she barely contained her grin. She looked up at her father, backing a few more paces away as she awaited him to recognize her.

[TheWG]

Circa & Kazbek & Atryn & Crosshatch & Mok

Circa's ears perked high as her father's roar souned from a bit further off, and her head whipped to see why that was the case. Her father rarely ever roared at a clan-mate, at least not during a busy day such as this. Nuzzling Corona, she muttered to her with a very apologetic look, "I'll be back, I promise..." Before turning to pad up to him. The scene was odd, a smiling female crouched a bit under her father as if she had just landed from a jump, just as he was about to reign hell down on her- she was sure.

"What's going on here?" She commanded in question, not yet getting a good look at who exactly was below her father yet- who she thought it was couldn't have even crossed her mind at that point. For the moment, she was in her Captain mode.

Kazbek chuckled and shook his head. "No, Dante... I'm actually quite proud of my brother for speaking up." He muttered, giving a passive glare over the male, before returning to his wife. "It's petty to point out someone's flaws in the midst of everyone, only lessons yourself." He snorted, once again turning his attention back on the cubs. His blue eyes quickly caught Carnal- in front of Kimiko. His ears pricked, and his eyes stuck to her like glue as he watched the exasperation in her eyes looking at him. That was his boy, and if she dared do anything to hurt him- fuck wanting to be at peace with the Crimsons, he would hurt her. Easily- but he quickly calmed himself. She was a mother too, if she hurt him it would be surprising, but he would still have many choice words for her even if she simply said something off to his 'son'.

Crosshatch looked back on the scene, and rolled his eyes. Not his problem, he didn't do anything this time. Looking around, he sought out his father, going to stand beside him wherever he was.

Atryn smirked, happy that his sister could all of the sudden lighten the mood for him. "No, no girlfriends." He laughed, but turned serious once again as the prisoner was mentioned. "I... Somewhat remember her, glimpsed her in Victor's den after the battle." He explained, oblivious to the fact that Evangeline wouldn't know who Victor was.

[Caylis]

Evangeline blinked, "Atryn.. who's Victor?" she said, tilting her head. Maybe she could tell Funeral, Cocaine and Circa soon... but this would hurt her brother's feelings and she didn't want that. She flattened her ears slightly before she smiled, laughing at Atryn's comment.

[kahara]

ODYSSEIA, COCAINE, NERANTE, ASESINO, BALTHIER II, CARNAL, DEVIN, FEAR, KEJETHAN DARAH, KODIAC, NERRY, CASPER, NOVOCAIN, APOLLO, SLITHER, VINCENT, WALTER, CAINE, HAGAN, TEAR, ISAER, ARETA, MORGAN

[/i] Not that she doubted Adelaide's capabilities as a mother and queen to her clan; it was clear the tigeress was fit to lead and mother, even if new at it, and Odysseia was glad she had the chance to get to know her at last,. "Isn't it," Always something. It'd be so much easier if they all got along. The queen smiled at Vespera.

Then came along Devyn with Connor. Carnal wrapped her child close and Odysseia gave him a nod. Though the entire border patrol should all be far from the camp and at the den by that point. She was sure Cocaine wouldn't appreciate disorganization just before a party was about to head out. She knew she wouldn't.

Carnal chuckled and nodded in agreement to her mate's words. Hopefully things would lighten up. Though with Kimiko back.. she sighed, a tad frustrated, having hoped Kimiko's leave had been permanent. It would seem the bad blood between them would continue to boil for quite some time.

Cocaine's patience was running low. He looked to Donato. "Go on ahead. Make sure everyone stays with you and that no one misbehaves. My gang, let's go." He turned and began to head west, so the other group would go east. They left their scent along the way. Meanwhile within the group, discussion was no stranger. Kodiac looked at his son, Estevan, and with no one in their group from that outburst back there, he didn't feel the need to keep his tone quiet.

"Some shit back there, huh son. I appreciate you standing up for me." Though Kodiac was perfectly capable of handling himself, that wasn't what mattered. Quiet Estevan who disapproved of his father's sex life came swinging in on a golden rope to save his father from the frustrations of an irritating Crimson. The Kannon father was thankful to know his boy still cared, and was capable of more than three words at a time.

Meanwhile, Devin and Osic finally had a chance to talk. Devin wasn't really all that aware of what happened to Osic before, but had he, it wouldn't have changed his choice of words. "We haven't. I'm Devin. Kind of new here having only returned recently." They walked along at an easy pace, and Devin kept an eye out for any quick catches he could bring back to camp.

Nerante was finally alone with Iarri, and had his chance to speak with her regarding herbs, herbal killing, and their potential to play a larger role in the war. That was until he heard Nyss crying. It was hard to not pick up on your own children when they were distressed. He dipped his head and dismissed himself only for a moment so that he could find out what had happened. But he wasn't needed. Ryssor was already on her paws and after Nyss too. Rather awkwardly he turned away and headed back into the healers den and sat down.

"So Iarri, you've come quite some way since you were first brought in to be a healer. I'm sure by now you know that what heals us, in large enough doses, can also kill." He tilted his head at her and waited patiently for a reply.

Kejethan rolled his shoulders as he approached DarkStar. "Hello. My family sends their congratulations as well." He hoped it would be a short meeting. It felt awkward to be playing messenger for the families, especially within the same pride, only dens apart.

Casper nodded his head in agreement. "Yeah she was, me too.." The thought of her giving birth again made him wanna throw-up. Maybe next time he'd find a place to hide. "I dunno. Guess someone pissed him off... sure. Let's go see Atryn." He suggested, getting to his paws and stretching.

Novocain was still in the dens, but he'd grown tired, and with his father gone now, knew it was safe to come out. He stepped lightly into the small outer den area, and saw Odysseia and Adelaide almost immediately. Atryn was nearby, but he didn't want to make his younger brother feel overwhelmed. Where was Firenze?

Vincent tilted his head and then gave a big nod. "Sure, what'cha wanna play? I have a game in mind, I made it up myself, if you wanna hear it.." He knew it may sound odd. The other kids wanted to rough house - and he wasn't against it - but a game that involved both rough housing and intense thought processes were more fun in his opinion.[/ul][/blockquote]

[Dingo]

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Bacardi couldn't help but glare as Nixen turned to address the discovered eavesdropper. She stalked forward a few paces towards where he lay, and then spit in his direction. "More where that came from. We'll be back to piss on your graves, ain't that right.." she hissed spitefully before moving back towards Aidan and Nixen. She didn't seem to have much faith in the clan's strength any more, especially after they had denied her attempts to improve it.
Oh good, Nixen had reflected her thoughts.. Bacardi considered this for a moment. "Eh, why the hell not. I swear that kid'll do anythin'. Says he ain't a mutt." She didn't think it was likely for her to immediately return to the Shadow Veldt just to retrieve some boy, but she also didn't want to go looking for him either. Conflict may ensue. "Well I sure as hell ain't goin' back with all thems there. Ya'seen him lately? ..Bahh, let's go find Karen."

Dark ears flicked slightly as Aide listened to the bickering of their neighboring pride and their dominant's attempt to control it. He waited a few moments for things to die down before speaking to Adelaide. "I've noticed," he stated, recalling the incident with the murders and the fact that he recognized fewer and fewer of the residents. "No, I've been with my family. A mate and other children, but they prefer to reside elsewhere." He paused for a moment. "Congratulations on your own." Aide trusted the dominant, but it made him feel more comfortable to keep his family's approximate whereabouts to himself, especially without him there. "As you can see, my son, as of age, has returned with me.. Hope my absence hasn't caused you inconvenience." His tone and expression unwavering and stoic, but his words were honest. He half expected to be filled in on all these things he had missed, but he supposed that there would be little contribution on his part anyway. Still, though, he knew it was his job to be interested. When he was finished speaking, he tipped his head slightly in observation of Kairos and Orion once again. "Your names.." he prompted, deciding that all this staring shouldn't go without inquiry.

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