Moving on Up[Done|Inactive]

[Cascade]

Gyllbane @pittypat

It had taken no insignificant amount of time to find their way back. Ashling hadn't wanted to admit to her new acquaintance that she was hopefully lost, but she felt that by now the message had gone through regardless. It had taken a full day of travelling—often in circles—for the pup to spot a familiar sight and finally forge a path towards home, and it was all she could do not to yip with exhausted joy when she crested a hill to see the edge of the heathlands—home.

Spring was no small matter in the bluffs. It was always beautiful in its own way, but winter could be a little...harsh, especially with few trees to dampen the powerful winds. Nothing could compare to spring. The highland shrubs were blossoming, bringing the bluffs alive with their colors. The purple hills bloomed before her eyes, making her forget momentarily about her aching paws.

"It's not much," the pup said, turning back towards Thornbush with a facetious shrug, "But it's home." Looking around and seeing no one—not unusual for a territory of its size—there was nothing to do but howl and hope someone was close by. It probably wouldn't be too big a deal to bring him across the border as long as he was with her, but Ashling liked to respect the rules. The young one had a sense of decorum, after all. Tilting her head, she let out the best howl she could. It lacked the impressive power of an adult's, but the hills echoed and carried the sound far. Treason would surely hear it.

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Thornbush wondered if he should howl as well. It might be a good idea, but he stayed quite. He also respected the border, staying a few feet away.

[6dewdrops]

Pumpkin

After a while of living on his own, Pumpkin knew his way around White Mountain. As the brush and trees thinned out, he knew he was approaching the Honovi territory. He had tried to join once before, but that had fallen through. The howl of a young wolf echoed across the rocky landscape. Apparently, some other wolves had the guts to attempt to join the pack. Pumpkin giggled with delight. He had been practicing with his powers lately and thought it would be entertaining to mess with the wolves. 

Before the cream and orange wolf could break over the crest of the hill, he crouched down and peeked his brown and purple gaze over the greening grass. He scanned his surroundings and spotted two wolves standing at the border. The wind was blowing in his direction, so he could tell that one was a younger female and the other was a male.

Since the wind was not too strong, Pumpkin esrimated that he would be able to force a small object in their direction, but his powers were not strong enough from the distance he was at. He slowly crept forward, making sure to keep his body low and hidden behind the rocks. 

Once he was within a good enough distance, Pumpkin began to imagine the outcome. A leaf slowly drifted against the soft breeze and landed on the female's nose, just as he had planned. 

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Thornbush perked up when the leaf landed on Ashling's nose. He looked at the way it had come, and growled. "Come on out, I can see you." And indeed he could. A hint of orange fur showed from behind a rock. His hackles raised a bit, making him look about a inch taller on his already 6 foot frame.

[Cascade]

(Gyll is having a busy week, so she says I can RP Treason for the time being)

Hearing the howl of a familiar pup, the alphess of the Honovi got up from her spot on a sunny rock and stretched out her tired muscles before making her way towards the source of the sound. Spotting Ashling, Treason gave the pup a smile. "Your mother has been worried sick, little lady. Who's your friend?"

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Ashling's fur stood on end when Thornbush called out to an unknown intruder. Looking around wildly, she finally spotted the conspicuous tuft of orange. Thankfully, she heard her alphess' voice at the same time. Looking back behind her, the sight of Treason nearly made her yip with joy, but she kept her composure. "I'm sorry, my lady," she said, feeling bad for causing worry in the pack, "But I did find a friend. He would like to join the pack!" She cast a suspicious glance towards the rock that was hiding the intruder, "And if someone would like to reveal themselves and stop being a creepy stalker, that would be much appreciated."

[6dewdrops]

Pumpkin

He clamped his teeth in frustration. Stupid orange fur. Pumpkin walked out from behind the rock, laughing. "Haha, you got me." He grinned. How should he proceed? He decided to first address the elephant in the room. pumpkin bowed his head low and dipped his body. "It is nice to see you again alphess. I hope I am not unwelcomed." He gave her his best smile and turned his different brown and purple eyes to the other wolves. "Nice to meet you two. My name is Pumpkin. May I ask your names?" He smiled brightly and awaited their responses. 

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Thornbush first regarded Treason. "Hello, my lady." he said, bowing. Then looked at Pumpkin. "My name is Thornbush." he almost growled. His red fur looked like fresh blood. The slate and black markings, as well as the hight, added to the scary affect.

[Cascade]

Ashling piped in when Thornbush mentioned his name, "It's funny because I actually found him stuck in a thorny bush. He really lived up to expectations, am I right?" She shot a grin over at Thornbush. She raised an eyebrow at the interloper as he revealed himself. He was being quite familiar with the alphess, did that mean he was a member of the Honovi that she simply hadn't met yet? She gave him a suspicious look, but offered her name. "I'm Ashling." the pup said simply.

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"Thornbush, I see," said Treason as she nodded in acknowledgment to Pumpkin and Ashling, "And what brings you to the Honovi today, Thornbush?"

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Thornbushed bowed again. "I wish to join this pack." he said. Not really caring for the tease, but dealing. His mother told him that it was a good trait for a wolf like him.

[6dewdrops]

Pumpkin

The orange and white wolf sat down. Ashling and... what was it? Thornbush? Odd name. Pumpkin shook his head. Didn't matter. He looked at the Alphess. She seemed kind enough. Maybe she will let me into the pack this time. He grinned. Although I still haven't matured much from our last meeting. Pumpkin slumped to the ground and watched the wolves exchange greetings. He wasn't needed at the moment, so he decided to mess around a little.

Pumpkin used his powers to lift a leaf into the air. He guided it in loops and turns, lazing around. After a few minutes, he grew bored of the simple movements. He fell onto his back into a small patch of dried grass. The leaf twirled above his head. Looking to his side, he noticed a pile of leaves. Pumpkin smiled. One by one, leaves drifted into the air and joined the leaf twirling above his head. In a matter of minutes, he had a hand full of leaves orbiting his head. Pumpkin followed the movements of the dry foliage, hoping it would hypnotize him into losing track of time.

[Gyllbane]

A gentle smile turns the corners of Treason's mouth upward; she dips her head in acknowledgement of the request. "The Honovi is a proud and noble pack. I trust Ashling has told you that much already-" She flashes that same smile in the girl's direction; she can't truly be upset at the pup's desire to explore, especially so now with a new recruit in tow. "We would be glad to have you, so long as you pledge your fealty to the pack as a whole."

"And you, young one." She rounds her attention on Pumpkin at last; there's a sparkle of amusement in her eye, though she keeps her tone and mannerisms level. "I have not seen you since the day at the border. It's good to see you've grown well."

[6dewdrops]

((Didn't know if Mayday wanted to post first or Cas))

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"I pledge my loyalty to the pack. And my life." he said. Bowing to Treason. He meant every word of it. He would not repeat his parents' pack story. He would never be THAT pack. The one that overthrew their alphas was long gone. He was going to be a loyal follower.