Hushed Willows a swell of smoke arose and filled the air [festival]

Although Rue's upbringing made her no stranger to inter-pack celebrations, this was the first time she had attended a Fertility Festival. Her parents had insisted she was too young to participate both of her previous springs. Rue moved through the willows with confidence, somewhat familiar with the Elysium territory after visiting for the Yule celebration. 

As Rue approached the group, she could already tell tell that the overall atmosphere was a little different than it had been at Yule. The very air seemed to hum with what Rue could only identify anticipation. Rue's eyes landed on the one familiar face in the crowd, and she began to move toward @Lily. As she walked, she allowed her hips to sway in a very un-Rue-like fashion, caught up in the spirit of the gathering. 

"Hi Lily," Rue chirped to her acquaintance. She then shifted her attention to the fresh-faced young man at her side. "I'm Ruenna Redfern, of Disapora," she introduced herself to @Gannet with a demure smile. [Psst Rue dabbles in healing, jus sayin.. >.>]

Realizing she might need to explain her recent pack-switch to Lily, she added, "Blacktail Deer Plateau disbanded, I'm sorry to report." Although it was sad news, Ruenna remained upbeat. She had a new home and a bright future, and she wouldn't dwell on what she had lost-- not here, where the very air seemed to vibrate with possibility.