Swiftcurrent Creek strong bones

Eilidh was hesitant to follow Aria further into claimed territory, even if the alpha of said area was her brother. Thank you, she finally allowed, but before they could go any further, a dark blur arrived, followed by a smaller wolf, a tiny girl. Her gaze traveled from her brother to the tiny child, wondering if she was her niece. But then Constantine grabbed her attention again, and she smiled softly. She closed the gap between them, burying her nose in his ruff, inhaling the familiar scent mixed with new ones; her brother was a father, and not only to this tiny one. He had a mate, and a pack that was small, but intimate. Her heart rose, buoyed by love for her brother, for his family that she didn't yet know.

Finally, was her only reply, pulling back from her brother's embrace. Her gaze flicked to Aria, wondering what had happened between them. They had seemed in love with each other when she left, and now they seemed strangers. Did she detect a brief look of regret in her brother's gaze? Eilidh ignored it; it wasn't the time or place to question their past. Her emerald gaze found the tiny creature behind her brother, smiling. And who is this brave girl? Her ears turned toward the girl, legs bowing to be closer to her height. Are you protecting your home with your father, little one?