Swiftcurrent Creek [m] Welcome to the world, not-so-little ones

Arlette hadn't been aware that someone had been outside of their den, only when Arric spoke (and cursed) she realized it. She also knew who it was by the way he was speaking. She shook her head and focused on the big black puppy by her. That poor little guy -compared to them- having to go through a lot. She started to lick him clean and dry now she had a moment of time. She didn't want him to be cold for too long. Arlette had to smile softly at Arric's reaction and revelation. Arlette licked over the little fur change by his eye, the ring of lighter fur. So adorable. She lifted him, closer to her belly so he could find what he needed. She had more than enough milk, thanks to the care of the pack providing all the food she wished.

Contractions were reminding her that she was not done. They weren't as close together as she expected. Though before things were really starting to amp up again it was an hour or so later. She got a little of a rest, but as soon as she really needed to do her work her muscles protested. The female gritted her teeth, knowing she would love what came after. She thought that the first one might have paved the way, however with the way she was struggling again it was clear that it would just be the same thing. She whined lowly in pain. She didn't want to make Arric feel bad but there was nothing she could do about it. She just had to express what she was going through without thinking too much about him, as much as she would like to.

She pushed, however this time she really didn't want to get up and lie down again. It might disturb the first pup a lot. She winced but then did want to shift. She groaned and pushed again with a contraction. Damn! How could she forget each time that it hurt so bad?! The woman shot a scowl at Arric. Not really his fault but she was the only one she really could display her discomfort to. She had reached the part where she was in too much pain to care. She was panting hard as she pushed. It was again a struggle. I can't, she winced. She could feel the pup but damn. She was so tired. She closed her eyes. But the healer in her forced herself awake. She reached for the poppy seeds she grabbed it might make her a little more hazy but it might help. She tried to catch her breath.

Arlette felt panic rise again as she felt that she wasn't making any progress. She didn't know about time, or how long she was doing for already. The poppy seeds were kicking in now, so it had to be at least an hour. The female screamed as she pushed. Something moved. FINALLY. FUCKINHELL! She panted hard and with the next wave she felt the pressure release. A relieved sigh came from her. Pain was everywhere even with the poppy seeds working her system. She was exhausted. Behind her lay another hefty child. It was a dark golden in coloring, only because his fur was wet. @Buckthorn would dry up much lighter. Both pups currently born were rivaling in size. Arlette counted on Arric to do this work because she couldn't move. She wished to but she needed a moment. Her eyes closed as she was catching her breath.