A King's Apprentice (Tagged)

[Ranger]

Boomer

King;

The ground covered in snow, winter is a season the wolf wasn't very fond of, though he'd guess almost all wolves weren't fond of the season. The grey wolf had been alone for a short while, having his good friend Knight away so that Knight can have some fun for once in his life. Though a small form of regret stirred in his mind, winter can be deadly, so seperating was probably not the best idea King has ever had. Nevertheless, King was still solo, and he'd have to be in his lonesome for awhile until King would reunite with his friend once again. After a short while of walking, feeling sluggish he'd stop on his tracks, crunching on the snow prior to him stopping. His thick pelt kept him warm for the most part, he couldn't complain. The large male yawned and flicked his tail up just a few times before simply sitting there, shifting his gaze every once in awhile to see if he'd spot any movements; whether it be from prey or another wolf.

The royal colored wolf would sigh, chilly air escaping his muzzle before looking at the area to which he didn't see much beauty for the snow covered the warren. He shook his head, getting ready to lift himself up and walk again to search for a shelter and take full rest there.

[Boomer]

Lloyd

"Crap." The young he-wolf cursed to himself. Lloyd was a young wolf, a teenager in fact, though he was still a pup at heart. Lloyd gracefully trotted around the warren, once again his mother allowing him to travel alone though it had taken countless of hours of begging his mother to allow him to wander until she could take no more. Lloyd tugged a smirk ever so slightly as he found himself proud of his small victory, though it was short lived as he has the feeling of regret that his mother may get worried sick if he didn't come especially since it was winter.

He'd continue walking, barely paying attention to his surroundings as he got trapped within his own thoughts, being raised around nothing but females and not a father figure in his memory. He'd growl to himself, thinking of the suffering his mother possibly went through because she had to take care of herself and three pups. He regrets leaving now, being the first born he would think to take the responsibility of being the older sibling and take care of his family. But no, he had to be selfish and think of himself, parts of him regret it, but other parts don't mind it, he was his own wolf, and close to being a full adult male.

Lloyd was still lost in his mind, not realizing a wolf in front of him. Lloyd had been bowing his head down, simply making sure he didn't fall into ice cold water or things of the sort. The young male exhaled a bit and swayed his fluffy tail side to side, his silver tone colored eyes sparking every few glances he would take looking to his sides only. Hoping deeply he wouldn't find himself cold, lost or hungry.

[Ranger]

King;

The male was mere seconds away from fully getting up until his royal colored ears would flicker as he'd hear the sound of snow crunching on the ground. The male quickly looked over to see what caused the noise, only to see a young grey male walking towards him, though he didn't look like he was paying attention.

King quickly spoke so that the youngling wouldn't bump into him "Careful." He simply says, most likely the sound of his voice being a surprise to the young wolf. King had a small and soft smile to his maw, having a friendly demeanor to him as he saw no threat in the young wolf "Almost bumped into me there." He says calmly, by now having the attention of the young male.

King shifts his body to where he was facing the pup now "Hello there, you seem lost." King tilted his head a bit, an ear flattening against his head as he would cock a slight brow. After a few seconds King looks around once more wondering if the wolf was with anybody, though he seemed to have been alone as well much like King was "Well, allow me to introduce myself," King says as he stands up straight, chest puffing out as he'd continue "I am King. Who might you be?" The royal colored wolf asked. Tail swaying ever so slowly as the wolf would huff out more air from him.

[Boomer]

Lloyd

Time seemed to have passed by so quickly as Lloyd had been trapped deep within his thoughts only to resurface and come to the reality of things as he'd hear a voice unrecognizable to him. The male quickly stops inches away from the stranger and perks his head up, looking up at the grey wolf.

His mouth seemed to have dropped a bit, as he thought the grey wolf looked so similar to him, with their greys and purples. Lloyd blinked for a moment or so, barely paying attention to the male talking until he decided to introduce himself as King.

Lloyd dropped his jaw more, a royal name like King fascinated him, whether it was self-proclaimed or if it was his birth given name.

It didn't matter too much, Lloyd was still confused at the fact King reminded him of himself, could it be that King was his long missing father Lloyd never grew up with? Was Lloyd more angry or excited? No, he was just more confused than ever.

Lloyd shook his head to get himself together, though if this was his father the thought lingered in his mind for sometime. Lloyd gulped quietly before speaking, puffing his chest out much like how King did trying to show confidence "I- I am.. Lloyd.." The teenager pup lowered his head a bit almost shamefully, having regret said his name as it nowhere sounded as cool or royal like King.

Lloyd shifted his silvery eyes up at the male, examining him more as he was simply dumbfounded by him. Could it be that he just so happened to bump into his possible father, or just a random stranger that so happens to look like him. What would his mother say if she was here? would she confirm it or deny it? Would Lloyd even believe her no matter what she said?

Well, he was already here, so he may as well find out as much information as possible about King. The sudden urge and determination made Lloyd actually gain a bit more confidence, he was going to find out not only for himself but for his family to. "Actually, I'm not lost, I'm old enough to go out on my own." Lloyd sat on his haunches "I was just about to go seek some.. shelter, to let the rest of the family take shelter there as well. Where we're at it's not the best shelter so I'm in charge of finding a better one." Lloyd puffs out his chest once more, actually showing confidence "As the only male in the family I have to take care of my mother and sisters." He says, eyeing King slightly to see his reaction of Lloyd being the only male in the family. However after a moment or so Lloyd felt a tinge of regret as he may or may not have possibly put his family in harm as now if King was an evil one he could just search for his family while they are vulnerable and attack at any moment, even if King didn't come off as evil the risks were still there.

[Ranger]

King;

The royal wolf listened as the young wolf introduced himself, though he sounded as if he was ashamed of his own name. King smiled reassuringly and commented "That is a unique and cool sounding name, I'd love that name if my parents were to name me such a unique name." He says gently with his smile, hoping that it would make the male feel better about himself.

King proceeds to listen as Lloyd explains himself, saying that he was searching for shelter for his family and all. King merely nodded, noticing a moment or so later that Lloyd had said he was the only male in the family. King blinked for a second before thinking, perhaps the father wasn't in the picture, maybe because the father most likely had died, and if that were the case King wouldn't want to bring up such a horrible situation to the young male especially since they've only just meet mere seconds ago.

"You must be a responsible wolf, taking care of your family, I admire such thing in a wolf." King kept his friendly smile before going on "I would understand if you said no, but would you like my help in finding some shelter? I was actually about to search for one myself. Two heads are better than one they say," He chuckled lightly.

[Boomer]

Lloyd

A small sigh escaped the wolf's throat, barely feeling better as King did try to make him feel better about his name, however deep down inside him he felt King was only saying it out of pity. Though you couldn't blame him, he didn't know the wolf.

"Well, I am admirable." Lloyd says with pride in his voice as he grins cheekily, flicking his ears a few times as he would then listen to King's offer on finding a shelter. Lloyd blinks for a few seconds and stays quiet while in thought, should he trust a stranger he had only meet not even several minutes ago? He felt like if he didn't take the offer then his answer would never be answered and he will forever not know his possible father.

What would mother say? The wolf thought deeply. If she was here and he was the father maybe there was a reason why he wasn't in Lloyd's life, maybe he was bad for the family, though he certainly didn't come off as bad. Maybe he was just deceitful and broke her heart, and if that was the reason Lloyd would get his revenge in some way.

After thinking for about a minute, Lloyd nods his head, accepting King's offer with a serious and determined look to his face "Sure, why not? need an extra muscle in case danger lurks around." he says puffing some cool air. That tinge of regret reformed in him again, for now he would think that if King was evil then King could easily sneak in Lloyd's shelter and harm his family, oh the many possibilities Lloyd has to think of all for his family safety was driving Lloyd crazy, maybe he should just be selfish, though he couldn't find it in his heart to do so.

It was too late now, he already accepted, he would feel ashamed if he went back on the offer now. He could always think of plan once they do find shelter, but he wouldn't even know what to think of.

[Ranger]

King;

King's expression saddened briefly, after Lloyd commented on needing an extra muscle. An extra muscle, why, Knight was his extra muscle when he needed it, and now the reminder only made King worried for his friend. He should not have left Knight alone, what was he thinking? during the winter of all seasons? King would not live with himself if something happened to his loyal friend, what if he never saw him again after their last encounter, King would have lost his ENTIRE pack if that's the case, for Knight was his only remainder pack member.

The wolf shakes his head abruptly, going back on track with Lloyd, he would have to find his friend during or immediately after he found shelter. But Knight was able to take care of himself, but this young wolf was.. young, not fully able to take true care of himself especially against rabid angry wolves.

King looks to Lloyd, wondering for his opinion "I am sure you do not wish to travel far from your family, especially during this time. I can try to find shelter as close by as possible, and once after that, we can part ways. I need to search for a friend, We... split up somewhere and I truly regret it because of this cold and harsh season..." King sighed.

The wolf straightens up and shifts his body facing the opposite direction, starting to walk in search for shelter for the young wolf "Do not stray far behind, young Lloyd."

[Boomer]

Lloyd

The young grey wolf tilted his head and lowered one of his ears when he noticed King's expression, did he say something to offend him? The young wolf was confused, but after a moment King would act like nothing had happened, sort of.

Lloyd gave a small nod, of course he did not want to go so far from his family, he would have to be out of his mind. Travelling alone during this time of year? No possible sane young wolf would think of such a thing, and if they did Lloyd was not one of them whatsoever.

He sees the wolf get up and start walking, Lloyd just sat there for a moment, staring as the wolf walked, until he snapped out of it when the wolf told him to not stay behind. Lloyd swiftly shook his head, getting up and following the wolf like it was a natural thing to follow this wolf. He walks besides the grey male, trotting at his pace as he looked up to him and asked "This friend of yours... are you talking about uhh a partner? When did you guys split up?" he asked with curiousness in his silver eyes.

"Was your friend a female? were you two close? You two must have been close if you regretted leaving her during this time of season! Why did you guys split up anyway?" He asked like a pup would ask their parents a million questions at a time. Lloyd couldn't help himself, he wanted as many answers as possible, besides looking for a shelter would take awhile anyways, so this would be the perfect time to ask as many questions as possible, though Lloyd would forget King's saddened reaction from a minute ago.

[Ranger]

King;

King's eyes spots the young wolf from his peripheral view, smiling slightly as Lloyd had made sure to keep up. He hears the young wolf ask questions about his partner, more questions than King would have liked, but King would answer them with pleasure. "You could say partner, we split up days before winter came." He spoke, looking straight the entire time before he cocks a brow and looks to his side looking at Lloyd "You have many questions don't you?" He chuckled, looking ahead of him once more before answering "My friend is male, and yes we are close, he is a loyal subordinate to my now lost pack. He and I are in search for our pack, he is the only member I have with me, and we've known each other since we were pups. We- we split up simply because I told him to do so, he is always by my side, and he never has time to have some kind of freedom, I wanted to give that to him, and though he did not want to, I basically forced him to forget about me for awhile and have some freedom to do whatever he wants to with himself. He is a loyal wolf, and I realize now that it seems cruel of me to separate from my best friend and leave him alone." He finishes, sighing like he did before.

Walking at an easy pace, King spots a small burrow, too small for a wolf, most likely small prey currently lived there. He stops a few feet away from it, hoping Lloyd would stop at the same time. He stays quiet for a moment, looking intently at the burrow before leaning down to Lloyd and whispering "Do you see that burrow? I believe an animal lives there, perhaps some rabbits? It would be best to catch some now while we have the chance, after all food is scarce this time of season." He said quietly, awaiting for the young wolf's response as his gaze never left the small burrow, trying to eye any movement there might have been.

[Boomer]

Lloyd

Lloyd had a bit of a disappointing expression to him, he was hoping King would confirm that his partner was female, henwould have been just a step closer in possibly confirming his little theory. But Lloyd knew all was not lost, he still had plenty of time and plenty of opportunities to confirm his relative or not.

Lloyd would only hum to King's response, unsure of what to say next for the moment. After a few moments Lloyd would open his mouth to ask something else, however King had spoken before him and spotted a possible rabbit hole. Lloyd stops in his tracks just a few inches away from King, his gaze averts to the burrow, simply nodding in response after King finished his sentence "I see it." he says quietly.

He looks at the adult before him, tugging a smirk before speaking "Well if there are rabbits there I believe it would be best if an experienced hunter should get them," he hummed before looking disappointed "And as much as I would love to get them I'm a bit exhausted and therefore would probably let our food get away unfortunately."

He sat down once more, awaiting for the wolf to retrieve dinner "I'll watch carefully in case some escape. Think of it as you teaching me how to hunt!" he said quietly but just a tad louder than before as to not spoke any hares.