Hushed Willows Knowing

Of course, of course, Lily insisted to Olive, beckoning the Shakti closer. Miryam's guessing that Lily had already heard about the latest pregnancy in Elysium, and the blackbird was absolutely over the moon for her friend. Plus, it just meant her trio would have more playmates. Best of all worlds.

The pups brightened considerably at the approach of not one but two new wolves, and came to the mouth of the den, stubby tails wagging excitedly. Lily kept an eye on them while smiling—grimacing?—in response to Aliac's question. Happy and healthy, if you couldn't tell, she teased, giggling as Ziggy did a bunny-hop in place, only to promptly roll over onto his round little butt. Excited to see their Aunt Aliac. . .and honorary Aunt Olive, she added, grinning.

How are you both feeling? she inquired. Aliac was farther along than Olive, for sure; in fact, her time must be coming rapidly. Her belly had swollen far past when Lily had last seen her. Was she excited? Scared? Both?