Sun Mote Copse Hidalgo

It was settled without further discussion: Wraen would lead. She accepted the mantle graciously, and while Finley was clearly still angry, Elwood could intuit that it had everything to do with Colt and nothing to do with Wraen as Alpha. Eljay seemed to be happy with this decision, if only because it meant that they wouldn't be uprooting the pack anytime soon. And Niamh, though quiet for a moment, succinctly expressed her agreement, as well.

He listened as Wraen plunged into the details of her new position, sharing that, while she held the official title, each of them were essentially equal. It was true; with so few adults, they would really have to work together to continue to provide for the children. She mentioned more independence for Elfie and Weejay, and Elwood nodded. As soon as his own kids were a bit older, he would be doing the same. Finally, Wraen concluded that she would talk with Towhee, something that Niamh had also offered to do -- so their bases would certainly be covered as far as Asterism Grove.

With that, the meeting seemed to be concluded. Niamh excused herself, and Elwood suspected that Finley would go, too, not long after. "Thank you, Wraen," he said, but did not leave just yet -- he would wait and see if there was anything else she needed to say before departing.