Chapter 1
Aleu x Kenai
It had been 2 weeks since Aleu returned back to her old home in Nome Alaska, with her friend Kenai. During that time, Aleu got to play catch up with her father, mother, and siblings, while Kenai took this chance to get to know her family members. The pair even got a chance to meet new husky friends in Nate, his brother Drake, and their uncle and grandmother Seward and Alyeska respectively. They even got to watch Kodi and Dingo's teams race against each other, with Kodi's team winning. It was no trouble for the brothers, as they competed with each other for fun (no hard feelings either).
One week after they arrived home, Aleu decided to take a walk, keeping to the corners and alleys of Nome as not to get caught by the humans or their dog companions. Kenai insisted that he tags along to keep her company, which was a good thing. As the pair explored town, they were cornered and attacked at an alley. Kenai tried to defend himself and Aleu, but was subdued first. In fact, the pair were quickly subdued. Luckily for them, Balto was able to come to their rescue and stop their assailants. When their assailants attempted to flee, brothers Dingo and Yukon blocked their escape. The hostile dogs tried to fight their way out, but were outmatched by Balto and his two sons. The other dogs of Nome gathered at the scene and banished Aleu and Kenai's assailants, warning them to never come back and attack Aleu and Kenai, nor anyone close to them. When the dogs of Nome left and before Kenai, Aleu, and her father and brothers could leave, humans found them. Frightened by Aleu and Kenai's appearances, especially Kenai's, a hunter was about to shoot at them, but Balto stood in front of his daughter and friend. Dingo and Yukon also joined their father, and the humans were quickly convinced that Aleu and Kenai were Balto's family, thus sparing Aleu and Kenai's lives. Luckily, neither of the two had any serious injuries that required them to be sent to the vet. Not too long afterwards, Jenna decided to give Aleu her old blue bandana as to help her not be mistaken as a purebred wolf. Aleu appreciatively accepted her mothers gift. Kenai did not get a bandana, since no one had any available, but he didn't mind.
Another week later, Aleu and Kenai decided to go out on their date. They were not the only ones though that were dating. Ever since Balto had returned from being lost in a blizzard about a year ago, he and Jenna noticed that their sons, daughters, and their friends started dating, growing closer and closer to each other every day. Whatever the case, Aleu and Kenai would make their first moves...
"Have a nice night, you two." Jenna bid as she nuzzled Aleu lovingly. Jenna also turned, and nuzzled Kenai just the same. He blushed a bit, taken off guard by her affectionate gesture, but still smiled as to be polite.
"Thanks, mom." Aleu beamed at Jenna, and pressed her face against her mother's throat, rubbing her head under Jenna's chin.
"After your date, you and Kenai will have the boat all to yourselves. You're father is staying the night with me anyways." Jenna said. She parted from Aleu, and Balto came to Jenna's side.
"Don't worry, Jenna, and Balto. I'll keep Aleu safe tonight. Both of us will be ok." Kenai promised. Aleu joined Kenai, and nuzzled his chin.
Balto nodded in affirmation. "See you too in the morning, I suppose." Aleu walked up to Balto, and embraced him the same as she did with Jenna. With that, Balto and Jenna let their daughter and her friend go on their special night.
"So, where shall we go tonight, beautiful? Your choice." Kenai commented, earning a giggle from Aleu. The stopped for a moment.
"How about the mountains outside of town?" Aleu suggested, rubbing her cheek against Kenai's shoulder lovingly.
"The mountains it is." Kenai agreed, giving her a sweet nuzzle by the cheek, which Aleu affectionately returned.
The sun was setting that evening. The pair broke in conversation as they walked over to their date spot. When they got there, they sat down on the cliff of one of the mountains, overlooking Nome. It was also the same mountain they overlooked the town when they met up with Aniu and Juneau. The sun had almost set, and they watched the remainder of the sunset in silence, licking and nuzzling each other every so often. Night time then settled, and the stars came out.
"It's such a beautiful night and beautiful sight, Kenai. Don't you agree?" Aleu spoke.
"You said it, beautiful." Kenai replied, but not looking at the sight in front of them. Aleu turned to face him, and he just smiled at her lovingly, even dreamily. Aleu giggled.
"It's true, Aleu." Kenai said as he leaned forward to touch and rub her nose with his. He gazed deeply into her eyes with deep affection.
"I love you, Aleu. I said so a couple weeks back, I still believe so now." Kenai said. Aleu blushed, but smiled at him as they continued to look deeply into each other's eyes. Aleu then deeply began to slowly circle around him, gently rubbing her body against his. As she did so, she sweetly stroked her tail under his chin, slightly pulling Kenai towards the direction she was walking to.
She reached Kenai's other side. "I love you too Kenai. I love you with all my heart." With this, she slipped her head under his chin and pressed against his throat. They closed their eyes as Kenai nuzzled her with his chin. They held for a few long moments before they parted. Not saying a word, they sweetly showed each other with licks and nuzzles across the face, muzzle, and cheek. Afterwards, Aleu slipped her head back under Kenai's chin.
" You know, Aleu, I've really had a great time getting to know your parents and siblings, as well as their friends." Kenai said after a period of silence.
"I'm glad you're getting along very well with my family." Aleu replied. "How's life around a human town treating you?"
"It's different, but I'd learn this new life style, just for you." Kenai replied. "Oh, and on another note, How would you like to have a family of our own one day?" Kenai asked. Aleu looked up and smiled at him.
"With you, I'd love to." Aleu said, and for the next several minutes, Kenai nuzzled Aleu's head with his chin as they did minutes earlier. The stars twinkled in the sky above them, as if signaling their approval of their love and companionship with each other. From that moment on, Aleu and Kenai were no longer friends. They were more than just friends. They have become mates.
However, they would not be the only ones going on a date that evening...
Kodi x Dusty
Shortly after Aleu and Kenai left for the mountains outside town...
"Isn't it wonderful, Jenna?" Balto asked his mate. "Our grown up pups are getting together with their friends."
"I know, Balto." Jenna said sweetly as she pressed against Balto's side. "Reminds you of when both of us had our special night together a few years back?"
"I'm sure that, in Aleu and Kenai's case, it would be different than ours, but you're still right. And we weren't the only couple to have our special night."
"Mmmhmm." Jenna agreed. "Speaking of which..." They spotted two huskies, one brown and one grey, approaching them.
"Hi there, Balto. You too, Jenna." Molly greeted.
"Good evening." Balto greeted.
"How's Aleu and Kenai? We saw them going on their date earlier." Max inquired.
"Yep." Balto smiled proudly. "It's their night out." Then the four heard and spotted two other adults join them.
"Perhaps there's another in store for tonight." Molly mused.
"Hi mom, hi dad." The red husky Kodi greeted his parents. His companion, Dusty, greeted her parents likewise.
"Where's Aleu and Kenai?" He asked.
"We were hoping to at least bump into them." Dusty added.
"You just missed them, honey." Max said.
"They're having their night out." Jenna added.
"In that case, I hope their night goes great." Kodi added. He turned to face Dusty, and she stepped forward to speak up.
"Mom, dad, Balto, Jenna," She began. "Good thing you're all her. Kodi and I just wanted to let you know that we are going on our date."
"That's right!" Kodi said enthusiastically, placing his leg around Dusty's shoulder. "Dusty and I are going to the beach to spend the evening with each other."
"Aww!" Jenna mused. Balto glanced at Kodi proudly, and turned to Max. He nodded, knowing what Balto was thinking.
"Be safe, and good luck with your date." Moly said as she and Max embraced Dusty. Kodi joined his parents.
"Have fun on your date, Kodi." Balto gently bid his son.
"You're the best, dad." Kodi affectionately said as he pressed his head against Balto's throat. Balto gently rubbed Kodi's back with his paw. Jenna approached Kodi and nuzzled him on the cheek. Kodi turned to face his mother, and Jenna held her son's chin with her paw.
"Have fun, Kodiak." Jenna said with a small giggle as she licked his face.
"Aww, mom." Kodi blushed. Jenna let go of his chin, and leaned forward to lick Kodi's face again and nuzzled him deeply.
"Thanks to you too." Mother and son leaned forward and rubbed their forheads and noses together before parting. With no more words to be said, Balto, Jenna, Max, and Molly watched as their son, and daughter respectively, left town for the beach. They settled at a spot where the boat could be seen across the shore not too far from them.
"What a peaceful night, huh, Dusty?" Kodi asked.
"Even better, Kodi, the stars are out." Dusty replied as she pressed her muzzle near Kodi's cheek. They smiled at each other for a moment before something else drew Dusty's attention. " Ooooooo, even the moon is out!" Dusty exclaimed. The both stared at the sky above them, admiring the lights coming from the stars and the moon above.
After a moment, Kodi couldn't help but stare at Dusty. She noticed at the corner of her eye, and turned to face Kodi. They knew what they were both thinking. Ever since they were pups about 3 years ago, they started off as friends. Now, it all came down to this moment tonight. Kodi slowly leaned over and tapped his nose against hers, and they gently rubbed noses for a few moments.
"Dusty?" Kodi asked softly.
"Yes, Kodi?" She said.
"You know, we've know each other since we were pups. Your parents were close friends with my parents, and both of us have been through a lot since. I even was adopted by your owner. I felt that even as friends, that I was a part of your family. Your mom alone, treated me like a son, raising me under your family's roof, though I was still able to se my mom, dad, and parents every day."
"That's true. My parents both love you like their own son." Dusty added. Your parents didn't mind that my parents were raising you like a son. After all, they have been close friends, like you said." Dusty paused for a moment. "Why is this, Kodi? What do you have in mind?"
Kodi softly grinned.
"Dusty, how would you... umm..." Kodi stuttered, but making a face that made Dusty knew he was pretending to gather his thoughts.
"I, what?" Dusty teased with a giggle.
"How would you like to... say... have some... tiny Kodi's and Dusties in our future?" Dusty stared quietly at him for a few brief moments, before breaking out in joyful laughter.
"That would mean so much to me!" Dusty exclaimed as she leaned forward to lick and nuzzle Kodi's chin. Kodi returned her affection with a nuzzle across the face.
"Welcome, officially, to the family, Kodi." Dusty spoke sweetly.
"You as well, in my family, Dusty." Kodi said as he held her close to him. "You know what this means, right? My mom and dad, and your mom and dad are part of the family too."
"I'm sure that Balto and Jenna will be so happy to have me a part of your family, and my mom and dad would be proud to have you in theirs." Dusty agreed.
The couple gave each other a deep nuzzle. No more words needed to be said. One thing is for sure: Kodi and Dusty couldn't wait to tell their parents the good news.
