Stone Circle My family, my home.

It didn't take long before her eyes caught a glimpse of Valette. Steph's tail went from a soft wag to a whirlwind at her back end. She pranced in place, barking out her excitement to see her mother. She wanted to run to her, but she knew even the daughter of the Alpha needed to respect the borders of her territory. It was even hard to, however, when her mother called out for her.

For a moment, she thought Valette would barrel into her, and she tensed her body in anticipation. But her mother was fully in control of herself, and the embrace was much softer. She returned the whines and kisses, her tongue licking over Valette's nose, face and neck. 

When her mother stepped back, a mile-wide smile was plastered to Steph's maw. She nodded, confirming her mother's words. I am, she responded. How are you? How is everyone? she asked, hoping they were all alright.