Broken Antler Fen Did you ever think this would happen?

Pearl heard the howl that summoned both her and her mate, and detected its importance and familiarity. She attempted to round up the kids quickly before she took off to the border, but it took longer than she expected. Trying to explain the concept of 'stay' could take a surprising complicated turn when you had multiple young pups that didn't understand. 

Partially satisfied with her efforts, she gave one last once over of her kids before making good time for the territory border. Upon her arrival, she discovered the older male she had seen not too long ago, who she thought said would never come back. Ironic. Father and son were discussing something, and there was a younger female with two pups there as well. Did they want to visit or something? She could only ask to make sure. 

Nudging Seb in greeting and then turning to nod to the pair, she said first, "So sorry for being late, thank you for your patience." Then to her mate, she whispered, "So what's the rundown?"