Phoenix Maplewood spirits in the wind

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Alarian had taken up the lead now, mostly by virtue of his sense of direction. He didn't know where they were headed, but he knew which ways not to go-- which was fairly important.
The boy was walking almost side by side with Lennon, brushing against him gently and leaning over to nuzzle him or lick his ear every so often. He was happy now that the group was on the road, looking for a place to call their own. Though they didn't know where it would be or what they would call themselves, or even what their rules would be yet-- the group had each other. Thus far it seemed everyone was getting along fine, becoming friends even, which pleased Ali greatly. With luck, they would be able to welcome more newcomers so seamlessly once settled in their new home, and their little group could become a big pack.
Admittedly that very idea had terrified Alarian at first; things were different now, though. He was seeing the strength and protection in numbers, and it seemed only fair to offer that to others as well. The boy glanced over the group with a slight smile on his face. Life was getting better.