Sun Mote Copse Starchaser

A special, fond expression, reserved only for his mate, painted Njord’s face when Meerkat found him.

He, too, enjoyed the rotating cast of family that shared their Copse. He was happy to provide Phox and Towhee a soft place to land in the wake of Caracal’s passing. Plus, Peregrine’s appearance was like the silver lining of a terrific storm cloud.

Njord’s husky voice hummed in agreement. “Ah’m feelin’ tha same way,” he acknowledged. “It feels… natural. This copse… Ah ken it will be a forever home for our family.” He touched Meerkat’s cheek affectionately. “Tha village way… it is a good path, but it ‘tis tha way of Sialuk and her kin. We can do whatever feels right tae us.”

He settled back onto his haunches. “Though, Ah’d hoped Seal or Orca would have joined us,” her husband admitted. “But… Ah’m happy our girls are charting their own paths. They are becoming strong an' confident women.”