* Saoirse perked, as upon lifting her head she heard a familiar chuff coming from close by. She would glance over towards the direction of the noise, smiling upon seeing Lindin. "Hi! And no, we both ended up drifting off. Seems like the wolves around here are rubbing off on me," she'd say with a laugh and a roll of her shoulders; randomly falling asleep around here didn't bother her much as she knew that there were other wolves around to elp keep her and everybody else safe. "I was actually considering going to get something from the cache," she would admit with a sheepish smile, though she was glad that her stomach hadn't started to growl or anything; that would've been embarrassing, "Would you like to come with me?" she would ask him curiously, knowing that he was likely just as hungry, unless he'd eaten immediately after the hunt of course.

* Adalwolfa smiled gently in a rassuring manner that she would answer . " Well you see from the falls and my above ground bed/den I can hear better if something happens and respond qicker then if the sounds were muffled by dirt or wood. Also I never liked the feeling of being confined . Which makes me even more happy that we were asleep when brought here form our orginal pack home." She added the last part in a bitter tone missing the packs old homeland . There Adal could go off and visit her mothers resting place but she had no idea how to even go about finding it from here. Now the elder looked back at the youth smiling gently.


* Lindin chuckled as he simply smiled, hearing about how they were all falling asleep. It seemed to be a common occurance around here. Some magic wolf voodoo causing everyone to sleep. "Oh, yes, I know exactly what you mean." The male waved his tail when the female voiced her want to get something from the cache, inviting him to go with her. He grinned and nodded, saying, "Sure! I'll come with you. You worked hard to help catch that prey. It's only fitting you get to eat some of it before the day's end." Standing up, the male waited for Saoirse to move beside him before walking at pace with her. He would look at her though and as they walked, say with a laugh, "You did good out there, Saoirse. I guess all that training you boasted about to me is true."


* Nalani nodded as the wolf spoke glad to have started out well. “Oh, that makes complete sense.” She said with a smile. Before frowning some at the last part of what Adal spoke. Nalani wasn’t really sure what to say about the bitterness in the older fea’s voice or even really how to react without sounding rude or like she didn’t care. So, the yearling just nodded in a mix of understanding
and confusion, before just returning the smile.


* Xiodax is a male wolf in his prime, having seen four passings of the seasons. His body is strong, though scarred, a testament to his ability to live and survive. He is slightly above average in height, though well muscled. His fur is primarily a deep midnight though it lightens to a moonlit night sky in places: the better to blend into all sorts of shadows. His eyes are that of molten gold and speak of a primal wisdom, but perhaps that is because he is an Alpha in his own right, of the Lunakai wolves, and all male at that. He moves like a darker shadow amongst shadows as he makes his way to the lake, sight mostly unseen, and he dips his muzzle in for a cool refreshing -drink to sate his thirst. Once satisfied, he lifts his head and lets his gaze of gold make its way about the clearing. He recognizes Saoirse as one of the new Assessments from the meeting, though he does not recognize the male next to her. His gaze takes in the sight of the Elder, Adalwolfa, and beside her that of a pretty yearling. He rolled his shoulders slightly, remembering what Saigh had said to him and he wrinkles his nose. Then he pads his way over to Nalani and Adalwolfa, and he carried himself like an Alpha, of that there was no mistake. However, it was also quite clear that he held his posture just a bit lower than what he usually would befitting that rank, as he was in Kladdatir territory - that of those he was trying to show that they were friends. He would chuff a greeting from a short distance away from Adalwolfa and Nalani, taking note that Lindin and Saoirse seemed to be going
in the same direction.

* Styx spots Xiodax getting a drink and watches for a moment before scuttling off and away!


* Saoirse would smile upon hearing him say that he'd tag along, though when he commented that she'd hard and deserved a portion before the day was over she'd laugh, "Just as hard as any of the rest of the hunting party," she'd say, lifting a paw to playfully bop his nose, "Including you." When he stood and began to move toward the cache she would pad along beside him, though when he spoke again she would bump his shoulder with her own, "Did you think I was lying?" she would ask with a laugh. "And I wasn't boasting, I was merely explaining to you the level of my knowledge," she would say with a shrug. "I'm not an expert in any one of the ranks, but I do like to think that I know the basics, and that when it comes to hunting I have a little more than basic understanding of it," she would explain, "But thanks for noticing that I'm a competent hunter... maybe now you'll realize that I don't need to learn how to take down animals," she'd finish with a smirk, remembering their last encounter. When they reached the cache she would offer a nod to the wolves congregated there, though she would quickly gather a portion of the meat and move away, not being in the mood to interact with several wolves at once.

* Adalwolfa shook her head slightly ruffling her pelt making her look a bit larger as she looked at Nalani. Her singe ear perked as she heard the chuff of a wolf she had been bound to run into eventually. As she turned her form now on all four paws she matched her guess with the face of and form of Xio the Lunakai Alpha. Shuddering slightly but refusing to show any weakness she stiffly lowered herself but only partly to the male. For in all honesty her left shoulder was a tad sore from the cold and she didnt know if she could get low enough for she had done so earlier and hurt herself. "Greetings Xio nice seeing you around still...." Adal spoke truely ina friend like manner she had given up trying to be well her around the male he seemed to know how to take her and so she relaxed but only near him and not even fully off gaurd then. " I assume Saigh has told you I am to be your advisor?" She questioned him now resuming her full height but not in a dominate manner but one of pure just standing there. the male already stood taller then her and she didnt like that even when he was relaxed. She glanced back at Nalani hoping the yearling would behave herself and not cause Adal to do something she regret later. " Nalani this is Xiodax the Lunakai pack's Alpha male." She spoke to the female behind her now. Adal was torn between protecting the yearling and being bound by Saighs orders to her . She thought to herself a few minutes .


* Lindin laughed as he shook his head at the boop to his nose, simply folding his ears back for a split second as her paw connected with his face. "Well, I did my best. But that buck was a little dodgy at the end. But at least we really put that pressure on!" At her accusation that he believed that she was lying, he quickly grinned and shook his head, "No! I didn't! I'm simply impressed to know that you studied under so many ranks at the same time. But obviously, hunting is a very important skill and it was pretty impressive watching you go out there." The male couldn't help but laugh though at the female saying that she didn't need to learn how to take down an animal, remembering their last encounter. As the other group of wolves came into view, the male chuffed politely at them, waving his tail before turning to follow Saoirse wherever she wanted to go. "Well, perhaps you don't But you still just walked away from me when I was trying to entice you in a game of play," he said with a smirk.


* Nalani perked at the sound of chuff she hadn’t heard before. Curiously she turned to look at the brute before following Adal’s lead but being sure to go a little lower. The yearling wasn’t really sure how to address the brute, so she figure that would be enough. “Hi.” She said before sitting back down and watching the adults interact. She didn’t really know what was going on and figured it would be more fun to just watch what happens.

* Saoirse would shake her head slightly at his comment about her walking away from him when he tried to play, though she couldn't say anything as she still had the chunk of meat in her maw. She would quickly move back over towards the lake, plopping back on her haunches and laying the meat at her paws before turning to look at Lindin, assuming he'd followed. "Well, you had told me good night," she would say bluntly, responding to his previous statement, "What else was I supposed to do? My den was calling to me," she would say with a shrug. Afterwards she would lower herself down onto her belly in order to -eat, being sure not to forget her manners while she did so.

* Lindin couldn't help but simply hold his grin as he listened to the female's answer. She was amazingly blunt but he liked it that way anyways. Dancing around in circles and never coming to a conclusion didn't exactly please him in a conversation. It was nice to talk to wolves who simply told it straight. As they headed back to the lake, the male moved to sit own on his haunches in front of the female, his tail gently tapping against the dirt behind him. "Ahh, yes. I guess I did. And yes, I can understand the allure of a den. A nice warm home to rest your head." But he smirked before chuckling, "But you were supposed to chase me, Saoirse! That was the whole point!"

* Xiodax immediately noted that Adalwolfa shuddered, and concern flickered within his golden gaze. He hoped the Elder was not feeling ill, and then he also noticed her stiff movements. "Greetings, Adalwolfa, as always it is a pleasure to see you. I do hope you are feeling well, if not, I would politely request, as a friend, that you seek out whomever your Caretaker is. Kladdatir has one, I take it? They would be sure to recommend some herbs for you. I do apologize if I am overstepping," he would speak kindly. He knew that Adalwolfa was a rough around the edges type of warrior spirited female, and had developted a bit of affection for the Elder in that she spoke her mind. He appreciated honesty, and Adalwolfa was not one to beat around the bush; no, she told it like it was. Then Adalwolfa brought up the discussion he had with Saigh and he wrinkles his nose. "I am sorry that you seem to have to burden yourself this way. I told your Alpha that I was not offended, and that if I thought it was something to that effect, that I would have asked to speak with her directly. I am sure you have much more important duties. However, the advice of an Elder is always welcome."  He glanced briefly to Nalani and then he would incline his head to both of them, "A pleasure to meet you, Nalani. You are in good paws with Adalwolfa." A smile actually teased across his lupine lips. He noted that Saoirse and Lindin both headed away, but he would chuff in their direction, particularly as Lindin had done the same. His attention would return to the yearling and the Elder. "I do hope, Adalwolfa, that if any Lunakai wolves become unreasonable, that you let me know immediately." A fierceness enters his golden gaze. He was not an Alpha to be trifled with. Justice was served quickly, though fairly. "I would very much like for us to continue to help in any way that we can. Do you have any ideas as to how we could accomplish that?" His tone was full of curiousity as he sat upon his haunches and let his tail give a friendly swish, to appear less intimidating, perhaps.

* Adalwolfa Lifted her weight off her left leg slightly and gazed at Xio shocked that he seemed to care. " It is nothing one can help with just my old bear souvenier ." She let her words roll forth with a chuckle at the mention of caregiver. " We all help each other we do not have a set caregiver at the moment that I am aware of." She added " You are fine I know find your company somewhat enjoyable now that I have gotten use to strange males slinking about." She smiled refering to the way they seemed to pop out of the shadows here and there. " As for my new duty it is not a burden and I really do not do anything else but wonder about with no point really except harassing wolves and threating other alphas. " She teased gently laughing to see if he caught the private joke ment for only them at the time. She too would watch the others leave and sigh nobody wanted her company but a female yearling and a four year old alpha of a pack she did not like that much not fault of Xio's ." I assure you I have not heard of any of your males stepping out of line at all." She assured him and gave a friendly wave of her tail in return as she seated herself down letting a low growl/howl out for no reason. " So random " She murmured to the two around her. " This time of year is the worst to me for many reasons." She said as she looked upwards to a cloud filled sky.


* Nalani cocked her head at the conversation that was playing out in front of her. She wasn’t sure how the two felt about each other. “I know I am she is pretty cool.” The yearling said to the alpha when he spoke to her. The fea frowned on hearing there wasn’t a caretaker. She had figured it but she hadn’t heard it for sure. With a yawn the wolfess wondered if she would try that when she was able to join the pack. However Nalani was pulled back to the conversation when Adal growled. With a start she fluffed up her fur before realizing nothing was wrong. “Sorry you don’t like the cold.” She said pulling her ears back, not really understanding why but knowing wolves have different Ideas on everything so she didn’t mind.

* Xiodax huffed gently, narrowing his golden gaze upon Adalwolfa. "Then perhaps you could take something to ease your discomfort. We do not have a Caretaker either, but I do know of an herb you can take with every full moon. Perhaps I will see if I can find some here." He was trying to not be 'bossy' but perhaps he just could not help himself. He took care of what was his, and he now felt a bit responsible for Adalwolfa as Saigh had said that she was his new advisor. He would nod, as it was pretty much the same with Lunakai, though his wolves just weren't quite suited to Caretaking, or caregiving; it was the same whatever you called it. He would chuckle softly when Adalwolfa said that his wolves slinked about. They were silent stalkers and hunters, it was what they had trained for. Though perhaps their Omega wasn't quite as gifted in that regard. His ears flicked to Adalwolfa and then he laughed outright, a deep heartfelt one that shook his entire frame. The mirth even reached his golden gaze, lighting him up and making him seem more approachable instead of the scary intimidating Alpha. There seemed to be a twinkle in his eye, "I have not laughed like that in ages. Thank you, for that, Adalwolfa. Good, I am glad to hear that they are behaving themselves. If they do not, they will answer to me. That I can promise you." The last bit was said a bit sternly. One of his ears pinned as Adalwolfa suddenly growl-howled for no apparent reason. Concern again rested within his gaze and he glanced to Nalani, to let the young female know that he was worried about Adalwolfa without saying so outright. With just a glance he was trying to indicate to the yearling that she should keep an eye upon the Elder, to make sure she was okay. He was certainly not going to be permitted to do so. "Adalwolfa is a rare treasure, Nalani. Not many of us have the opportunity to learn from our Elders, and to have one that speaks so honestly is rather refreshing. Some Elders just get grumpy and snap at everything, others become pup-like and lose the wisdom of their seasons." He glances back to Adalwolfa, "Do not worry, new life is just around the season," he tried to reassure her, uncertain of what to say as he was uncertain what ailed her.

* Adalwolfa finally felt at ease enough around Xio to lay herself down. She then looked at the male full on but from the comfort of her spot. " Thank you Xio. As for me being a treasure I know a few that would argue that. Like the leaders of my birth pack who saw fit to exile me and my mother and kill my father." She spoke buntly not hiding anything from the male if they were to get along full truths had to be told. even from the past. Adal would roll to her right taking all pressure off her left side. " If you need a caregiver though for yourself or the others I can do a bit of it too just not all that much I mainly treat deep wounds and gashes." She told Xio kindly. She then looked at Nalani and smiled " Sorry for that growl just thinking about mother . It was this time of year when the bear took her from me. " Adal would cast a look at her left shoulder and the scars that laid in her ebony pelt. Sighing she waited for them to say something .


* Nalani settled back down sitting and wrapping her tail back around her paws before nodding at Xio. “Hopefully I will learn from her and not just accidently insult her.” She said thinking about the time she called the elder old. Nalani was excited about learning from the pack and finding her place and she couldn’t help but sound excited about learning from Adal. But she was quiet when Adal spoke of her mother. Nalani frowned and let her ears fall back some but she didn’t say anything about it. The yearling just didn’t understand what Adal had gone through, so she just waited to see how the alpha would handle it. The fea didn’t think anything she could say would really do anything to help.

* Xiodax growls his displeasure as Adalwolfa's history comes to light. No wonder she was fiercely protective. His golden gaze glitters as he speaks, and his tone is a bit dark: "I dare them to argue with me about it," it was said simply, but his tone had the hint of the promise of death within it. He was not afraid to challenge another; he had fought many battles before, and the scars upon his form were a testament to this. "Never exile females and their young. Never expose them to danger." Perhaps some would consider him a bit sexist, but he had it ingrained within him that one ALWAYS protects females and the young. No matter rank, or pack; no matter what. Males could fend for themselves. He blinks, realizing for the first time that he had seriously let his guard down and exposed another side of himself that he had not meant to. He ruffled out his pelt, as if to ignore what he had just said as though he had not exposed the softer side of himself. Big bad Alphas didn't do that. "Thank you, Adalwolfa, I appreciate the offer. I am very sorry about your loss, though I am sure she is very proud of who you have become, and that is what matters. You take care of your own." He inclined his head to Nalani, letting a smirk tease at his lupine lips briefly. "Do not worry, I am sure you will do fine, Nalani. In fact, I trust you will keep Adalwolfa out of trouble? Make sure she does not harrass any other Alphas." This time his tone was teasing, but it did not quite reach his eyes. Adalwolfa's story had definitely hit him, more than he would openly admit. "I do beg your pardon, but I think I will start looking for that herb that I mentioned, and then seek rest. I hope you both rest well when you do. It has been my pleasure to be in the company of such beauties." With that said, he would get to his paws and slowly pad away into the forest. His movements were restless.


* Adalwolfa would watch him go and take his words to heart. She had seen a different male then in the night filled hollow then the one she had met and threatened . "You can use the place by the falls up the path near the lake shore" she called out to him as he dissapered.She wasnt sure if he had heard her maybe so . Adal would be slumbering in the company of the other wolves in the pack for the first time in a long time. She turned to Nalani and wondered if the youth had caught the soft side of the male like she had or if it was only her age that permitted her to do so.

* Nalani shifted her weight and waited for the alpha to finish his niceness to Adal and smiled at Xio. She was glad he seemed to be better at making wolves feel better than she was. When he turn and spoke to her she let her tassel wave at his words “I don’t think anyone could stop her from harassing anyone.” She said with a small teasing smile. Before watching the brute pad away. “He seems… nice?” She said to Adal not really sure what had happened between the two. She wasn’t used to listening to adult talk about serious thing in front of her, but she was glad she got to be around for it. Plus she got to learn some about Adal. All in all a good day.

* Adalwolfa chuckled slightly "Yeah he is once you get past the rough edges. Kinda like me. My loyalties lie with Kladd but if I had found that all male pack first I might of joned it Xio isn't as bad as you fisrt think he is." She talked to the youth wondering if she could understand what she ment." As for him putting you in charge of me not harassing anyone that is too funny. We will see if you can do it or if this old wolf is to much for you to handle." She teased the female gently before lifting herself upwards and flicking her tail for Nalani to follow her to the lake shore. Adal thirst had grown from talking and she now walked as normal as she could not letting her sore shoulder slow her down. As she reached the egde she quickly lowered her head and lapped at the water. -drink.


* Nalani nodded “yeah you can be a bit… gruff.” She said before adding quickly. “But awesome if you hang around long enough.” With a tail wave. When they reached the water Nalani would -drink the water and let it slide wonderfully down her throat. When she was finished and lifted her head the yearling laughed. “I am not sure it would even be worth trying to control you. You are older than me and I really have no say in what you do.” The yearling said honestly but with a teasing tint in her voice.

* Adalwolfa Chuckles then yawns and looks at Nalani her honey eyes growing heavier with each second."I think it is a good time to bed down. Goodnight Nalani maybe I will see you around in the morning light" She mumbled in a yawn filled tone. She tried to fight the sleepy feeling but could no longer hold it off. Adal managed to bid goodnight to Nalani and pad to the treeline on the edge of the clearing near the sleeping huntress Kelais and the female Renny. Her ebony form meshed with the even darker forest as she laid herself down facing the clearing only her nose tip exposed.