Far too quickly, with Sid's misguided protection of the kids, and me hovering, Nimi showed up and took all of us back to my dear old home, the Dino World, or as Nimi and I used to call it, 'Avani'.
It took awhile, but I finally gained my dino form after squirming from Nimi's grip, and having my old style hunting instincts back, had seen a Archeopteryx or 'feathered dinosaur', instantly killing it, and bringing it to Nimi with a smile. Nimi had laid the kids and Sid down gently upon some leaves, sleeping soundly to the world.
"Hi, Nimi.". I spoke gently with a wistful tone as Nimi gaped slightly at me, her eyes threatening to fill up with tears.
"A-Ami, is that truly you?". Nimi whispered in awe. I nodded firmly, "If you are thinking that I am unreal, maybe this would help you remember. The day we met, we literally crashed into each other while chasing the same three-horned leaf eater, and when you came to, you said,-".
Nimi exhaled, " 'Why in the claws are you scaring off my prey?' ". I smiled widely, then Nimi came into me, my back landing on the ground, surprised to be taken off guard, when Nim's bright amber brown eyes looked at me, her snout nuzzling mine.
"You're alive.. You're home. I really missed you, Ami.". Nimi chittered as I lovingly smiled at her, my dark blue eyes half-closed in contentment as I felt complete once more.
I deeply chuckled, "Sorry I did take so long, Nimi. But seeing our babies and now you, I feel so much better.". Nimi reluctantly got up, giving me room to get up with some struggle but managed to.
I gave my trademark smirk as I glanced at the kids and Sid. "The kids has names. Sid, that's the sloth and myself named them. The female is called Shelly; the dark-skinned boy is York; and the other boy is called Elliot. Sid just wanted to take care of them for a while. Of course, I would have to convince him that the kids need you as well.". I looked back at Nimi, who's looking quite curious yet wary, her eyes taking on a glimmer of love and awe. She looked back at me, now bewildered.
"How were you..". Nimi started. I smiled, "A cat?.". Nimi nodded. "I don't know why or how. It just happened, and I landed on the other side, lost and scared for you and our unborn babies at the time. Within time, I came close to the valley where Sid and several animals were living. When I saw the eggs with Sid, I instantly knew, and realized I just had to abide my patience to see you again.". Nimi tilted, seemed to think for some moments, then smiled.
"A cat or dino, I love you no matter what, Ami. We're mates forever, right?". Nimi uncertainly asked.
I grinned, "Honey, that's what I wanted to hear. I love you too. We won't be apart ever again, I promise.". I then nuzzled Nimi affectionately which she returned back with fervored happiness. I then turned my attention to the dead bird, offering to share it with her. We subtly split the meat, quickly eating it, remembering to leave the bones and scraps out.
We turned our attention as we heard whimpers and snoring from the quartet of sleepers. I chuckled, clamored over, gently clasped Sid and Shelly in my jaw, their tails secured. Nimi picked up York and Elliot similarly. With a brisk raise of my eyebrows, Nimi chuckled, and led the way to Lava Falls, which I remember, takes a day and half in regular speed. I walked on, following her steadily as I kept my eye on securing my half of the group in my jaws. We will have to see what happens on this trip.