Ouroboros Spine Nix

Tired. This was the only response he got back from his eldest daughter, twin of the first litter. It was enough. Enough to know she wasn't going anywhere. At least, not anytime soon. 

He sighs out a deep breath, as though a relief came over him. Aiilos tilts his head up to the crisp morning sky. 

You stay as long as you like. He was happy for it. At least one of his children was happy being home, with her parents. He was proud of those who had begun to make families of their own. Had explored the lands beyond and found ties with their allies... but it was nice having a child that was also wanting to stay. 

Not all of you need to go running off so quickly. He teased, a smile on his features as he kisses his daughter's temple.