Redhawk Caldera i may be crazy, don't mind me.

Sorry for the delay! <3

Elwood shifted his gaze between his son and his mate. Eljay gave one last murmured plea, but did not make any further moves to stop his mother from leaving. When he looked to Finley, Elwood could see the emotions churning in her expression, even as she reassured Eljay once more before departing. He watched her go and found himself wishing he could accompany her. At this point, he doubted that any conversation he had with the boys would be productive.

Lagan had remained stoic throughout the whole ordeal, and for that Elwood was thankful. He nudged the boy's shoulder gently before stepping towards Eljay, searching his eldest child's face. "That was hard, I know," he said quietly. He didn't even have the heart to reprimand Eljay for his behavior; although it was inappropriate for a wolf his age, Elwood knew exactly why Eljay had reacted that way.

"Do you boys want to talk, or...?" he asked. It really depended on Eljay; he was certain that Lagan would do whatever he asked, but the more emotionally fragile of the two was causing Elwood's concern.