The second moon starts to sink into the horizon by the time Natalia closes her eyes, still curled up tightly to the taller Omega as if her life depends on it. Gently he brushes the hair out of her tired face as he brings the blanket up covering her bare shoulder from the early morning chill. It's the least he can do for the woman in his arms; it took him all night to calm her down enough to let her know what ever happens that he wouldn't leave her there, alone. Really he would never dream of it but, she was letting the alcohol talk, and talk she did. In the end she told him everything she hoped would have stayed buried deep in her mind so by the time she was done she was mentally exhausted.

So as she sleeps soundly for the first time in years his thoughts start to wander to where they'll go from here; it's pointless to leave right away since both he and Arthur are so close to their heats. Yet, after that he doesn't know. They could try for the south, past the Jackal's territory or perhaps go back to Teal where it'll be safe from Anya and her minions. Both options feel like running to him and he'd rather stay and fight for his right than forever be watching over his back.

A thought enters his mind and while it's a long shot since his father sold him, maybe he can buy him back from the princess. He hums to himself as he feels her heart beat against his. "Mother..." He whispers out feeling that she's out there listening. "We're going home, whether he wants us to or not."

The Hyena mutters something in her sleep as Alfred kisses the top of her head, nodding off to sleep himself. It's only a small chance but it's worth it for his family's safety.

So as another heat comes and goes his mates' prepare for another journey, this time to a place he never thought he'd go again. "So how quickly will he throw us out of the village?" Allistor remarks as they collect what they can for the walk back across the border. "From what you've told me, he ain't exactly the welcoming type."

"He can't kick us out without a real reason." Gilbert answers before Alfred has a chance. "He can only throw us out after hearing what we have to say. And that's only if we disrespect him or his people." The Albino smiles thinking back to his time in his own clan. "But I mean if he's an asshole I know exactly what to say to do that."

"Please don't." Alfred sighs as his children play at his feet. "He'll already be pissed so I don't want him to lash out, especially at the kids."

"Think he'd do that?"

"Well," Allistor says lighting a cigarette. "We'll keep it short then." He picks up their daughter, holding her close. "Afterwards we'll head off towards the Rose and Jade clans."

"Why there?" Alfred starts to rub the base of his spine in slow circles trying to ease the sore spot growing there. "Not that I mind seeing more of the world but,"

"Because they have more open communities so if we'd want to settle down eventually we could do so there without too much trouble." It's the first thing Abel's said since they started packing that morning. The Neko's been watching quietly as a few things have been floating through his mind. "Your back giving you trouble again?" He asks taking a step forward.

The Omega looks over with a weak smile. "It's nothing," he says hoping it's enough for the Neko but like he should have figured Gilbert looks over with a raised eyebrow. "I'm fine, don't start because I know that look of yours and I'm not gonna get it all the way to the Crimson territory."

"Why are yah gettin' defensive?"

"Because you three have a knack for getting overly protective." Alfred looks away as he picks up his bag, it's his hormones getting the better of him and he knows it. "So I'm nipping it in the butt right now before we leave."

From behind Abel warps him in a warm hug, purring as loud as he can. "Kid that's not what he means and you know it." He rests his chin on the Omega's shoulder as he manages to purr louder, shaking both of them and making the children giggle.

It's a lost battle so slowly he slides Alfred's arms up to his stomach while he plants a kiss on the Neko's lips. There'd be no point in hiding it since Alfred's sure the Alpha's been watching for any signs that their matting was successful. So as he breaks the kiss he says the first thing that comes to mind. "Am I ever going to get a better nickname than Kid? It's kinda weird since I'm carrying your kid and all."

Abel lets out a laugh Alfred's never heard before, something so joyful and deep he can't help but join in with an equally large smile on his face. "Thank you," Abel manages after kissing Alfred's temple again as another gleeful laugh raises to the surface.

Leon tugs on his mother's pant leg after a moment of watching. "What funny Mama?"

"Aww Abel and Mama are just happy," Alfred answers as Abel starts to rub his chin against his. "Because you're gonna be a big brother again." Carefully he picks up the child as Abel continues to purr along his back. "Abel," he starts as the Neko kisses his temple.

"I know," Abel answers picking up his bag finally breaking away from his mate. "We'll finish this later."

Allistor chuckles watching him leave along with the Albino wolf. "You made him the happiest little neko alive."

"Yeah, I knew he wanted this more than anything but," he stops for a moment. "I didn't want to say anything so sooon since Arthur was in heat around the same time and well I didn't want to be a complete asshole."

"Naw I understand but really I think once you two are alone he'll have something ta tell you too." Allistor motions for Alfred to leave first. "But I won't say since it ain't my business ta say." Clara starts to softly snore from her spot on her father's shoulder.

Alfred's eyes widen. "Wait, but."

"Shh, now Mother Moon has her ways so yeah we'll keep it quiet." He flicks away the ash from his cigarette. "Now tell me you're clan has tobacco."

"Oh are you nearly out?"

"Answer the question please."

With a wink Alfred walks down the hallway. "Oh you'll find out when we get there."