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@Reiko maybe father @Takeshi but I think this thread is gonna go pretty fast. 
Little Hotaru had grown quite content with life as it was. During the day she would take some time to go out if Reiko permitted and explore the surrounding area, otherwise, she was content with eating and sleeping for most of her days. The little trips out of the den were fairly tiring to her, perhaps it was due to her still-growing body. When she was den bound though she enjoyed her time with her siblings or the times her mother sang to her.

It had become a fun game for her to try and mimic the sounds she made, though her results were often squeaky if there were ever close enough to make something that represented a syllable. Today she had padded over to her mother's side once more and prodded at her as she usually did letting out a whine followed by something garbled but on the closer side to an actual word. Ss— saoung?
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Hesitantly he peeked within the den, careful of his presence- he was not sure how things might go if he entered. And the children were here, and it was important to show them that their parents got along perfectly fine- even if that was an absolute lie. The puppies grew quickly; quicker than he expected- Hotaru was growing into a fine little girl, precious, the same for Sumi, and Haruki- his only son, who he was determined would end up a dashing young lad with an ability for strength and perhaps, one day, leadership. 

As blue eyes asjusted to the darkness, he found the pretty Hotaru squeaking out something- something which sounded much like a real word. His eyes widened, gaze flickering up to Reiko momentarily with a happy surprise, in spite of their beef- and then back down to his daughter. Hotaruu~? He cooed in a high-pitched voice that was wholly unlike the manly brute, and something he would likely be ashamed of in any other setting, A song? Is that what you want to hear~?
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Today was a relaxing day, to take a breath after all that's been happening and focus on something more possible. The birds were singing in the distance, praising the day for its clear and beautiful skies, its warm weather that had seemed almost endless these days as summer had reached its peak. It would be a lazy day indeed, one to spend with the family.

As the puppies grew stronger they ventured out of the den more and more every day, she simply kept an eye on them so they didn't wander too far, and would continue to watch them until they could understand her requests of "not too far". Soon enough, and perhaps sooner than she had originally anticipated. 

Takeshi found his way to them today, Reiko paid him little mind. Just because she was mad at him for the meeting and everything he had done before then, it wouldn't mean she would forbid him from seeing the children. It would do more harm than good should she go down that route with the "Emperor". 

As Hotaru stumbled to her mother's side, Reiko's loving gaze focused on the little princess and just as she was about to ask what she wanted in the usual tone that didn't expect a response - the princess spoke! Cerulean eyes welled up with joy, almost overflowing, even Takeshi seemed to be excited with this. A song? She smiled, beaming with joy and delight. Takeshi was the one to ask what she wanted to hear, and Reiko would wait for a response.
Hiromi, Yuudai and Takeshi are welcome in all threads Reiko is in unless marked as Private! When outside of Northstar Vale it is always assumed one of her guards is near by and will be tagged into the thread if necessary!
Healing (2/6)
Severe bite wounds along neck, moderate along nape, and bruising. Healing will take 6 weeks starting Saturday, July 04.

#4
Her request would not fall on deaf ears as both parents corrected her in an attempt to understand. Her little tail wagged excitedly that finally, her gibberish had made sense to them. It was her father who responded first gaining the girl's attention as she turned towards the entrance to let her forelegs jump in her spot. She wanted to yell, of course it's what she wanted! But she couldn't say that so instead she just barked excitedly as her usual garble followed.

It wasn't until her mother spoke that she turned back just as excited reminded by her original request what she wanted. Little paws found a spot on Reiko's chest as she repeated the request again. Saung! Saung saung saung!
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If only things could always be this way. The stinging soreness of his healing wounds were a reminder that it was not reality- but at times like this, he could dream. Dream that he lived a happy life with a gentle wife who wanted nothing more to care for their children and be loved, by him and him alone. But he tried to imagine that things might be this way someday. And so to his excitable daughter he purred gently, I think Mama must have a better voice than me, as he turned blue gaze kindly upon Reiko, an invitation that she might sing something lovely for their daughter.
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Hotaru's focus changed again and this time it was on her mother, even Takeshi let her have the moment in the spotlight, confirming that perhaps her voice was more suitable for a song, especially since it was a request. I know just the song. A gentle curve found its way to her pale lips as she thought back to the first one she had shared, the princess' ears were open now and obviously she could hear - perhaps she would appreciate the lullaby a little more now that she could hear it better.

Hush-a-bye, hush-a-bye now. Boya wa yoyi ko da, Nen-ne shina... Once again she sang in both versions she could remember, a little different than before but not too much so. Perhaps little part of home would be brought back through Hotaru, even if it was just through song.
Hiromi, Yuudai and Takeshi are welcome in all threads Reiko is in unless marked as Private! When outside of Northstar Vale it is always assumed one of her guards is near by and will be tagged into the thread if necessary!
Healing (2/6)
Severe bite wounds along neck, moderate along nape, and bruising. Healing will take 6 weeks starting Saturday, July 04.

#7
It wouldn't take long for her cries to be answered, something she learned to be true almost always, but perhaps that was the Princess in her to believe that. Reiko picked a song switching the language between verses as she went. The tune was familiar now, even if she hadn't pieced together that it was her first song, she had heard it several times since. She was by no means a singer, not yet, but that wouldn't stop her from excitedly joining in even if most of the words were just mutterings, Shha bah shha bah...B-buhya wh— wh y... ko da nnnehh!
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Takeshi watched on as Reiko smiled gently, beginning to sing a gentle lullaby. It was beautiful. He was not a man for arts like singing and storytelling, but her voice was enchanting, and he was sure Hotaru enjoyed it too. And sure enough... the little girl began to sing along in her own garbled babytalk, though he noticed some similarities that likely meant her language was developing. He smiled softly down at her, and though had given Reiko the spotlight, couldn't help himself from singing quietly along to the next part under his breath, Nen-ne nu omori wa, Doko e ita, Boya wa koete, Shato e ita... He hummed in low baritone.
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One by one each individual joined in until it was a trio of sorts. Both Hotaru's babbling and Takeshi's baritones didn't stop Reiko from continuing the song without missing a beat, in fact, she kind of liked it. It was reminiscent of her time back home when her own parents would sing them to sleep, and how terrible her father was despite how hard he tried to join in with a harmony. Those days may be long gone but the memories not only remained but lived on in moments like these as she could vividly picture them back in the north, the roles being a generation behind.

Already the little firefly was beginning to join in, not quite able to remember the words or pronounce them, but that was a skill that would come naturally. The little babbling and pride the little princess seemed to have with her efforts was beyond adorable, and the feeling of motherhood was something Reiko even in her dreams didn't seem to quite explain how she felt in moments like these. Pride, joy, an abundance of love that she just wished all three of her children would know very well without a doubt in time if they didn't already know it. She nearly had to hold herself back to not shower little Hotaru in kisses just watching the girl trying to sing in harmony with her mother was difficult.
Hiromi, Yuudai and Takeshi are welcome in all threads Reiko is in unless marked as Private! When outside of Northstar Vale it is always assumed one of her guards is near by and will be tagged into the thread if necessary!
Healing (2/6)
Severe bite wounds along neck, moderate along nape, and bruising. Healing will take 6 weeks starting Saturday, July 04.

#10
A much lower voice joined in, something that startled the girl for a moment until she realized her father was singing along. She had never heard a tone like his in song and rather the man was actually good or not, the revelation drew an awestruck expression from the pup. Little paws pattered over to press at Takeshi's shoulder as she let out an excited squeal before she once more tried mimicking the lyrics with small success.
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The little girl seemed surprised by his song, but he smiled at her as she tried to mimick again, and even made her way towards him on little feet. When she pressed on his shoulder, he paused his music to kiss the crown of the princess's forehead, letting Reiko carry the melody in his silence. 
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It wouldn't be long until Reiko finished the song, Hotaru clumsily trailing after (even if it was mostly noises now). The lullaby was always short, but it pleased the little songbird all the same as hopped excitedly before moving to her mother's side. Maybe it was silly, but she was used to a song before bed, so with her song over, she'd nestle up against the Empress with a yawn.
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