Northstar Vale Their names are called, they raise a paw.

Almost had a heart attack thinking someone died >w< one post for Arsenio! Jack will come next. *clacks my fingers*

The Arche had been patrolling the vale with no intention of bothering the expecting mother. Happenstance had allowed him to catch a fat beaver, though. After huffing heavily around the prey’s damp fur, he thought it best to take the prize to those who would need it most.

It was not until he drew near to Maxim and Towhee’s den that he recognized the scents of birth. His eyes were alight with happiness. While Arsenio did not dare draw too close to the mother’s birthing place, he could hear peaceful murmurs from within. It would be best to leave the food for them and let them have their peace and quiet. Those pups would grow faster than they could anticipate.

A rumble of congratulations was offered. Arsenio placed the fatty beaver near the entrance to their den. This delightful addition to their home had set his heart twittering. After lingering for a moment longer, the redstone man hurried back to Tamar so he might share the news with her.