Some Years Later


A Young adult wolf stood on the ledge overlooking the vast valley below him, his auburn mane billowing in the breeze as his golden eyes landed on the ceremonial slab where he would become mated to the love of his life. Upon hearing footsteps behind him, the young wolf turned to see an older, cream-colored wolf, although the color had dulled and greyed over the years, approach him, his dull, hazel eyes gazing at him.

The young wolf smiled, his auburn tipped tail wagging.

"Hey dad," he greeted, a lite Irish accent lacing his voice. The older wolf smiled.

"Hello Liam." Looking to where his son's attention was just at, Samuel smiled brightly as he turned to Liam.

"Nervous?"

"A little," the young male responded. Samuel placed a comforting paw on his sons shoulder, smiling warmly at him.

"Don't be. Nia is a lucky girl to have you, and you're just as lucky to have her."

Liam beamed brightly at his father's words of encouragement. Taking a deep breath, Liam took on a steadfast attitude.

"Alright," he said, "I'm ready."

As the wolf turned on his heals to walk down toward the valley, in which a large congregation of wolves had already amassed, including the Tranquility Pack who had come for the occasion, Samuel smiled widely at the retreating form of his son.

"That's my boy."

After the wedding, a large celebration was held at the Howling Rock, the newly weds being the center of attention. It was a bit disheartening to be celebrating without Winston and Tony, but Samuel carried on after seeing the forms of King and Eve pressed tightly together, smiling happily at the scene before them.

Samuel's birth family, of course was also in attendance. his sister and brother-in-law were happily chatting with Terra as his parents started a conversation with King and Eve, the group soon including Nars and Carney, the latter of which, after a health scar the previous year, decided to lose weight and eat healthier so as to be with her mate for a little while longer.

Looking around, Samuel could also make out the forms of Garth and Lilly, along with their young son Albus (white in Latin), who shared his mothers white coat, but had his father's green eyes. The young pup had been born the spring after Liam arrived. Humphrey and Kate were also in attendance, along with their children, accompanied by their mates and grandchildren, chatting with Rex and Jenna, who were accompanied by a young teenage pup with silver fur and ice-blue eyes.

This was Melody, Rex and Jenna's Daughter and Humphrey's half-sister.

And alongside them, Mandy, standing with a light grey-furred teen with golden eyes.

King's son and Terra's half-brother,

Daniel, named after a very brave Omega.

Samuel, after grinning at the families, smiled at the sight of his daughter and her mate, accompanied by his beloved grandson. However, it was decided that the pup would just go by Sam, and his grandfather Samuel, as it would avoid some confusion on the fact that the two wolves shared the same name. Samuel also beamed brightly at the noticeable bulge forming on his daughter, pleased that they would be welcoming another member of the family very soon.

As the evening progressed, the party began to disband after Liam and Nia had shared their first howl as a married couple. Before long, it was just Samuel and Terra standing with their son and new daughter-in-law. After bidding the latter two congratulations and a good night, Samuel and Terra began to walk toward their den. However, Samuel paused suddenly, turning to look at the scenery around him. Terra took notice of this.

"Samuel," she called, "are you coming, honey?" Turning to his mate, Samuel offered a warm and caring smile.

"You go ahead dear," he said, "I'll be along shortly." Returning the smile, Terra approached her mate, enveloping him into a deep, passionate kiss, which was gladly returned. Pulling away with a moan, a very noticeable strand of saliva connecting their lips, Terra shot her mate a seductive look.

"Don't take to long," she teased, "the party isn't over yet."

Samuel merely rolled his eyes and smiled at his wife's antics. With a giggle, Terra continued walking back to their den, swishing her tail and hips back and forth for emphasis. Samuel, after recovering from the shock of his mate's teasing, took one last look at surrounding scenery. Closing his eyes, he took a deep breath, breathing in the fragrant forest air.

Opening his eyes, a soft smile graced his lips.

"It really is good to be home."

With that Samuel turned to join his mate, his heart full of love and happiness at the direction his life had taken.


~*The End*~


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Dedicated in Honor of My Good Friend, Dax.