Northstar Vale Le Beau Milieu de la Nuit

"You're here, but they are not." Was her answer. "I brought three of you with me, and I chose each of you because of your unique capabilities." She loved each pup she brought into the world, yet that did not guarantee them a spot.

Chesley had been chosen for a reason, however the same was to be said for Chaudry and Chae. With Chaudry it was quite clear; he had adopted their mother's muscular figure, and the large stature of the father he shared with Chesley (though he had likely grown past their sire by now), but the reasons for bringing Chae along were unclear.

The younger boy was a month behind a year old when they left; a month away from gaining his adult rank. He was small, thin, and unremarkable next to Chesley and Chaudry.