Dissent V.3 (1 x 1)

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Pallon gratefully returned the hugs, resting his head against hers as he listened to her words. He couldnt help but chuckle slightly at Rins words and kisses. "And I am still in love with and always will be with the woman who always knows how to save me from myself, who only needs to walk into the room to make me smile." He chuckled a bit deeper. "Well, not in the waking world at least."

"Better safe than sorry." Cali replied easily with a very slight smile. "True enough, and Im usually a pretty lucky person anyways, but Im also not usually trying to murder my sisters boyfriend." He smirked back to Quail before looking ashamed as his diet was pointed out. "More than a little raw actually, and Im not like most reapers... In fact I hate being a reaper. I hate who I turn into when I follow their traditions. I..." He shook his head running a hand through his in a stressed manner. "I still eat meat, just so long as its fully cooked, but I just got better so I dont want to risk it now..."

Sebastien met Priiyas gaze, his ears pinned back. He returned her embrace shooting Sigi a glare before flinching as the smaller man was whacked. He didnt release her as she began speaking with Livana.

Sigi whimpered pathetically as he was scolded. He rubbed the side of his head with a sad frown as he stood up straight again.

"Oh dear, thats not good. Give me a moment to gather what I need." Livana quickly turned on her heel and returned from the room she had emerged from. She quickly gathered her materials before rejoining the younger wolves. "You said to Vivekas room correct?" She moved onwards quickly heading to where she needed to go.

A deep pleased sounding rumble came from Hrolleif as Viveka returned his kiss. It was several long moments before he broke away, gasping lightly for air. He didnt move away,however, and kept his forehead resting against hers. He met her gaze with a mixture of emotions, most prevalent being fear. "Viveka, dont leave me...Please dont leave me. I will hunt down the gods themselves and kill them if they dare take you from me, even if it kills me." The look in his eyes made it clear that he meant every word.

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Rin flushed immediately after both hearing Pallon chuckle and seeing him smile once again. She nuzzled him lovingly and smiled as she kisses him on the nose, "Happy to hear it". She giggled and shook her head after he spoke again, "And it better stay that way, commander, unless you want me to confiscate all your pointy things". Her gaze held nothing but love and humor as she gave him another light squeeze, "Shall we continue to breakfast"?

"You're just pretty, period. No luck required" Quail replied nonchalantly as he bit into another strawberry. He pursed his lips before lifting a hand and daring to smooth back the commanders hair as well, "Now, now, there's no need to get all riled up. I understand. I dont much like following many traditions myself. Shocking I know, but we'll just have to persevere no matter what others say... because they're idiots". He gave Cali a reassuring smile before his peachy gaze caught movement near the door, "As for the murderous rampage, I wonder.... does this boyfriend happen to have black curly hair and a slew of scars on his visage"? He leaned forward to smirk at Aurelius with a wave of his fingers, "Peek-a-boo, I see you mister. Come to join the party"?

Aurelius had just entered the kitchens when he froze where he stood still gripping the door handle. He was about to back out when the man on the table called to him and he winced with a heavy sigh, "Hello! Sorry to inconvenience you, but I don't much feel like partying or being murdered today. Maybe later". He saluted them before flashing a smile and slamming the door behind him as he bolted.

Priiya calmed considerably as Livana went to get her supplies and burried her face against Seb's side as they waited, trying to hide the sting that Sigi's words left on her conscience. She flinched before nodding as the shaman returned and looked to her love before coaxing him to follow her once again, "Come on Seb, Viv and Leif still need us". She gave the young male no mind as they passed him, though his whining did give her some solace.

Viveka felt her heart jump in her chest after hearing Hrolleif hum, and she smiled with a bashful blush on her cheeks, "I-I take it that means you like me too"? Her good mood, however, was soon met by a wave of confusion once she saw the fear in his eyes. She brushed her thumb against his cheek in an attempt to comfort him and listened with growing concern as he spoke of vengeance, "Whoa, whoa, what? The gods? Leif, I don't think I could get out of bed much less want to leave you right now. What're you talking about"? She raised her injured hand to lightly smooth back his hair, trying to understand what he truly meant, "Are you feeling ok? I didn't scare you did I"?

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Pallon purred as he was nuzzled and kissed again, not releasing Rin from his hold. "Ill try to make sure it does, but you know the more we talk about it the more we jinx it." He chuckled once more and nodded in answer.

Calis gaze went to Quail in slight surprise at his words. A fiant blush once again lit his cheeks. "Heh, well... Im glad you think so..." His words held a twinge of fluster to them. He nearly froze completely as Quail fussed with his hair, his blush deepening from the unexpected action. "...Yeah..." He returned Quails smile somewhat awkwardly, however his expression hardened as he perfectly described his 'nemisis'. His gaze turned to the man behind him and he snarled, jumping up from his seat to pursue Aurelius. "Oh, **** no! Get back here you coward!" He nimbly twisted arpund one of the cooking staff to avoid tripping them both and chased after the man.

It wasnt more than a few moments later that Saviina entered the kitchen, pausing to look down the hallway in confusion before looking around in the kitchen. She gave Quail a small shy wave.

Livana moved quickly and stayed silent for several long moments. She glanced to the three that followed her and softly. "Do not let Sigmunds words get to you Priiya. He can be misguided at times... I believe its from all of the time he spends away from the tribe."

Seb released Priiya only so that they could follow, taking her hands as she coaxed him. He nuzzled her cheek in hopes to help clear her mind, and shot Sigi a glare.

"I... I tried to tell you last night..." Hrolleif replied softly. He leaned into both of her touches, letting out a soft panicked whine when she said she didnt understand. "Viveka." He took her hand holding it tightly. "Do... Do you not know what it means to fall ill? Whe-when someone gets sick they... They dont..." His words caught in his throat unable to say what he was thinking would happen.

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"Then I guess all that's left to do is stuff our faces so we can't talk about it" Rin replied playfully, "Lets go before everything is gone. No one wants a tiger or his cub to be grumpy because of an empty stomach".

Quail's smile brightened as Cali clearly accepted the compliment and he watched him expectantly with hands folded beneath his chin before the man bolted after the idiot who fled from him, "What a nice man". He took a sip of his drink before noticing Saviina and waved her in with a pat on the table beside him, "Ah, you must be the sister Cali was so worried about. Did you have a nice time last night? Can I offer you anything to eat"?

"Coward my - you crazy -"! Aurelius dashed around the corner with a smile on his face of all things, and stopped dead in his tracks in preparation to confront Cali the moment the man sped around the corner after him. He braced himself, ready to take the blow he knew would happen eventually after the confrontation the night before.

Priiya leaned against Seb as he nuzzled her and she licked his cheek with a soft sigh, "Thank you, Seb". Her ears twisted towards Livana as she spoke, and she nodded in agreement as she shook off the feelings of heartache, "So I've noticed... others are allowed to wonder outside the tribe's boundaries"?

Viveka watched Hrolleif, concerned that she wouldn't be able to help him as his fears consumed him. She listened intently before a glimmer of relief sparked to life and she smiled up at him, dropping her hand to place over his, "Hrolleif, look at me". Her yellow orbs now held their familiar lust for life as she watched him with a gentle smile. "I'm not going to die. I may be sick and a little off, but I promise things will get better. Livana will know what to do. She always does. Just take a deep breathe and trust me," She gave him another light kiss as if it would help emphasize her point before she jumped at the sudden noise in the hall.

There was a knock at the bedroom door when a familiar voice called out, "Viveka? Child, you missed practice this morning. Your aunt Hilde and I are here to check up on you. Are you ok"? Jagerin wasted no time entering the domain, not waiting for an answer as she pushed the door open, and appeared to be in her human form. Her skin was a creamy white and a handful of old injuries had formed a band of well worn scars scattered around her upper arms and neck. Her light blonde hair was pulled back into a lazy bun as her bright yellow eyes immediately zeroed in on her injured daughter, "Viveka! What happened to your hand"?!

Another woman near the same age as Jagerin stepped into the room with a harsh expression. She had obviously seen more conflict than her sister namely by the large amount of scars that criss-crossed her pale hide and a single long scar marred her otherwise beautiful appearance as it travelled from one edge of her forehead down to the peak of her chin. She wore her blonde hair in a warriors braid and her rich emerald eyes flicked from her niece then to Hrolleif with a cynical glare, "Why is he in your room? Leave. Now. I won't ask nicely a second time".

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"That sounds like a good plan to me." Pallon replied softly, before getting a coy look. Without warning he lifted Rin into his arms, careful not to hurt her or Liam in the process, and began heading towards the kitchens.

Saviina joined Quail at his gesture. She smiled at him as he spoke before pulling out her journal and writing quickly. 'Good morning, Mr. Haptinaw. I am Calis sister, my name is Saviina. I did have a wonderful time, and thank you for the offer. I apologize for not being able to speak to you normally, but Im afraid Im both deaf and mute. If I may, do you know why my brother went running out of here looking so flustered?' She offered him the journal with a slightly shy smile.

Cali came barreling around the corner, not slowing down as he tackled Aurelius with a roar. "Whatd you do to my sister you little -!?" His yell seemed a little half-hearted as he tried to pin him. His cheeks and ears were still flushed red from his interactions with Quail.

Seb rasped softly in response to Priiya. He glanced once again to Sigi as the others spoke.

Livana chuckled slightly before nodding. "Of course child, all in the tribe are welcome to come and go as they please. We wont force someone to stay if they didnt want to. However, Sigmunds role in the tribe requires him to be apart from us even if he doesnt wish it to be so."

Sigi sighed slightly. "Before you ask, I and a few others go into Alenthi villages and cities to trade for supplies and materials that the tribe cant get or make themselves. We're often gone for several weeks if we have to, and dont get much time to spend with the tribe."

Hrolleif looked to her hand as she placed it over his, meeting her gaze when she asked for it. He seemed unconvinced as she said she would be fine. "I... I do trust you Viveka." He returned her light kiss with a slight whine, still looking worried but clearly trying to accept what she told him. He too jumped at the sudden noise, quickly returning to his wolven form, his fur bristling at the thought of a threat. When the second female spoke to him he let out a growl, his ears pinning back. He made no effort to move from his spot and only seemed to be growing more protective.

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Quail smiled warmly at the young woman before accepting the notebook to read. He took a moment before lifting his apologetic gaze toward her again with a thin smile, "Oh you poor thing, don't apologize. I'm thrilled you had a good time. I did see your brother rush off, but I'm not entirely sure why. One moment we were having a pleasant conversation and the next he was after someone. Something about a young man you were with last night? He had black hair and scars on his face but I only saw him for a moment before he left".

Aurelius hit the floor and rolled, throwing Caliciian over his head before he tried to pin him a second time, "I didn't do anything to her you psychopath!! We went for a walk around the gardens then said goodnight!! Why is that so hard for you to-"?! He stopped midsentence as he noticed something peculiar, "Why are you blushing like that"? He pushed him off and stood again, still defensive as he awaited an answer, "I don't have to get the healers for your sorry - do I"?

Priiya listened to the pair explain Sigi's responsibilities, but she still wouldn't look or acknowledge the male beside them as they walked, "That's... I've never heard of anyone ever leaving a tribe's land to do anything other than hunt or fight. No wonder he can be such a brute sometimes". Her concern rose slightly when she realized they were in the same hall as Viveka' s bedroom and her heart near stopped when she heard the sounds of aggression coming from her opened doors, "What the heck is going on in there"?!

Viveka began to cough again, but this time it was very much intentional as she gave Hrolleif a pleading look and continued to act out her illness in front of her family, "No aunt Hilde, you don't understand! Hrolleif w-was ordered to watch over me until his sister returned. Please don't throw him out for doing his job". She glanced back to him and squeezed his hand before whispering to him gently, "Don't pick a fight, do as she says. We can talk more after they leave". She covered her mouth with her blanket a second time, but this time her coughs were genuine as she gasped for breathe.

Jagerin gave Hrolleif a stern look before holding a hand up to her sister, "Now, Hilde there's no need for that. If he really was ordered to stay then we should be saying thank you, not jostling the poor boy". She turned back to the pair, not having heard what her daughter had whispered as she motioned Leif over to one side, "May I please see to my daughter"?

Hilde had turned wolf within an instant. Her coat was a shiny black though some portions had faded and became frosted a silver grey along her mane, sides, and tail. She bared her teeth but stopped just short of attacking the male at her nieces request. She scowled as her sister chastised her and pointed a clawed finger toward a chair in the corner of the room, "Sit, boy".

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'Oh, dear... I hope Cali doesnt hurt him too badly. The man you saw is my boyfriend, Aurelius. Cali wasnt causing you any trouble was he? I know he can be a bit much for some people to handle at times.' Saviina jotted down in her notebook and returned it. She held a gentle yet somewhat concerned gaze.

Cali growled as he was thrown, but didnt give up that easily. "And how am I to believe you!?" He pulled back as Aurelius mentioned his blushed and immidiately backed off. "Ive no clue what youre talking about." As he spoke his blush only grew and he clearly tried to hide it by looking away.

Livana chuckled softly. "Not a brute, just a little too outspoken at times. The other two that go with him are more of what one would consider a brute, since its their jobs to protect him in their travels." Her attention too went to the noises down the hall. "Oh dear..." She picked up her pace and entered into the room with a calming presence. "Now now everyone. Lets not start any more unnecessary fights."

Hrolleifs attention immidiately went to Viveka as she coughed, and he unwillingly let out a soft concerned whine. He let out a soft sigh, but his eyes showed that he had heard her and would do as she asked. He had ignored the other two as they spoke to each other. His gaze flicked between Vivekas mother and Viveka a couple of times in indecision before he finally sighed and reluctantly moved, careful not to jostle Viveka in the process. He met Hildes gaze without wavering and stood tall, he snorted in response to her order. After a moment he moved to the chair, choosing to crouch on it rather than sit properly, appearing to be similar to a gargoyle as he watched the others. His ear flicked as soon as Livana entered, his nose twitching as he scented others with her.

[ScarletFang]

Quail read the pad again before laughing lightly with a wry grin, "Oh honey, I can handle a man believe me. He was no trouble at all, I assure you, but as for your boyfriend? Well, your brother made it sound as if you'd been kidnapped by a madman. I took him to the kitchens to get some food whilst we waited for you". He glanced to the door with a grin, "Im sure they'll be fine. You look like you could straighten them both out too, you fiesty little thing".

"Because I'm bound by a gentlemans code and have half a brain unlike you"!! Aurelius shot back before giving Caliciian a beyond confused look. He circled wide around him, ready to escape again if need be as he pressed the man further, "Oh no, you know exactly what I'm talking about you liar! Your face is as ripe as a sunburnt Phoenix".

Jagerin nodded her thanks to Hrolleif before quickly taking his place beside her daughter, smiling down at her with a worried air, "You just don't know when to quit do you, Viv? What happened this time? Climbing accident? Fell out of a tree? Better make it good for missing training". She rested her hand on her daughters forehead only to tsk disapprovingly as she felt her fever. She shifted to allow Livana room as well, "Seems someone's caught a bug along with her injury".

Hilde gnashed her teeth at the young male as he stood his ground but quickly forgot about him as she circled around the bed to her nieces other side. She sat beside her and appeared infinitely more caring as she brushed away some of Viveka's cold sweat with her sleeve, "Jeez kid, you're really roughed up aren't you"? She smiled, obviously poking gentle fun at her and dipped her head in respectful greeting to Livana. 

Viveka became visibly flustered as her family fawned over her and it only seemed to get worse when Livana arrived as well. She cleared her throat gently before speaking, "It wasn't like that! I-...". She glanced to Hrolleif as if debating telling them all what had happened before deciding against it, "...I was restless this morning so I went for a walk and tripped, slicing my hand. I was on my way back when Hrolleif found me and escorted me. I'm lucky he did or I may have never made it once my fever struck. I guess I couldn't sleep because I was just getting sick".

Priiya entered just behind Livana and heaved a sigh of relieve seeing her brother was still there with her friend. She move away from the others to give them space and came to stand beside him as they both watched the small group care for Viveka. "So... what really happened, Leif"? She whispered to him with a curious hint in her voice.

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Saviina giggled slightly at Quails words. 'As long as youre sure.' She shook her head at how her brother had been acting. 'you are very right, I am more than capable of defending myself if I need to. Cali just thinks that I am easily manipulated... I can see why Cali likes you so much Mr. Haptinaw and thank you for taking care of him.'

"Words mean nothing to someone whos protecting the only family they have!" Cali growled back. He didnt make another move towards Aurelius though he did growl and glare at him. "Yeah, well its none of your business if I find someone cute or... Just shut up!" He got redder as he accidentally admitting part of his feelings, if it were even possible.

Livana moved forward as room was made for her. She chuckled softly and shook her head. "You should be more careful, child. At the very least take someone with you when you explore unfamiliar territory." She went about her task, checking Vivs temperature and then looking over her wound. She started with cleaning the wound and bandaging it.

Hrolleif watched Hilde like a hawk from his perch. His gaze met Vivekas as she paused, his ears perking slightly as if curious what she would tell the others. He glanced to his sister as she came to him. He smirked ever so slightly. "Have you ever watched the dancing lights Priiya? They are much closer here in the mointains than back home." His ear twitched slightly as there was a squeak from the top of his head. He didnt see to care or mind that the tiny rodent was there or that it had stowed away in his clothing.

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Quail chuckled as he read Saviina's writings and handed the notepad back to her with a wistful look in his eyes, "You, young lady, are going places. I think he may be full of it too but he is just being a good brother just like I'm a good cousin to my favorite Adii. Don't be too hard on him, and please honey, just call me Quail. Mr. Haptinaw is my father and I hope and pray that I'll never be near old enough to be called that any time soon".

"Well I'm glad we at least agree on one thing," Aurelius replied, his words oozing sarcasm before he pointed an accusing finger at Cali, "Aha! So you have eyes for someone! Listen, I'm flattered, but I like your sister a heck of a lot more than you. Infinitely more, actually". He flashed a wry grin before a thought hit him and his eyes narrowed, "It was that guy sitting on the table wasn't it? I saw you two talking during the celebration too"!

Jagerin held her daughter's hand clasped tightly between her own as she silently watched the others. She patted Viveka's hand encouragingly before murmuring to her, "At least it's not half as bad as what you pulled in the war camp, child. Perhaps we should remind you of the basics of survival again"? She smiled down at her daughter as she pouted from her mother's teasing.

Hilde messed with her nieces hair, trying to keep her calm as she noticed her winced from the contact with her wound. She scooted closer to help her sit up some and watched the shaman work with little interest, "You should have at least told your mother or I where you were going. What would've happened if you couldn't make it back on your own? Or worse"?

"Sorry. It wont happen again" Viveka replied bashfully as she leaned on her aunts side for support and watched Livana work on her hand. Her gaze would flick to Hrolleif and Priiya every so often, but she was mostly distracted by the dull ache that pulsed through her hand as it was cleaned, "How long do you think until this all blows over and I'm back on my feet"?

"You took Viv up the side of a mountain in her night gown"?! Priiya replied in a forced whisper, giving her brother a look as if he had lost his mind while also somehow keeping an amused smile on her face that she immediately hid from the adults by turning her back to them. She glanced to the Pika on his head as it squeaked and chuckled softly with a hand over her mouth, "It looks like you have an alibi too".