Cerulean Cape Fundamental differing

Tulok was always aware of his surroundings, and so he heard the approach of his father before the words reached him. At first he couldn't place the scent but then the memories came flowing back—father.

He turned to look at his dad as the other man arrived at his side. Father, he said, surprise painting his tone. Yes, of course I am alive, he answered. Kynareth had trained them well. 

Is mother here too? he asked. He missed her and he thought it unlikely that she wouldn't be wherever his father was.