mourning star
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[ - Torrin Korsalthyr ● Warrior ● Draven ● Human form - ]
The evening patrol had been nothing short of dull for Torrin. There had been nothing of consequence- no rogue dragons, no sign of humans and not even another glimpse of another living creature. He had been impatient in his wait for the other warrior, eager to return to his bed and relax before breakfast could be served. Finally, he made his way into his room and collapsed on his bed, exhausted. It could have been minutes or hours when Torrin next awoke, roused from his sleep by a deafening roar that echoed through the halls. Groaning to himself, he stumbled to his feet and shifted into his human form. It was with a gruff sigh that he once more left the comforts of his room. As he walked, he could begin to hear the murmur of voices rising from the dining hall. Stepping into the room, Torrin glanced about. Most of their pack was already seated, talking amongst themselves. It took him a moment more to slip into his seat, gaze flickering towards the alphas at the head of the table. He bowed his head in acknowledgment, before once more averting his eyes. As Rima stood to stand, he felt the press of a hand against his side. Wordlessly, he opened his arms. A small figure slid into his lap, eyes shut. Alessia curled into her father’s chest, still half-asleep. He paid her content hum no heed as he listened to their alpha speaking, doing his best to school his expression.
As he listened, he felt a curl of unease in his gut. Draven was a new pack and no matter how much strength some of them possessed, there were still some that just weren't equipped to fight off another pack and humans. After Rima had once more sat, an unbearable silence engulfed the room. Unsure, Torrin cradled his child just a little closer. He shot a look towards Elide, noticing the grim expression she wore. Torrin shifted, eyes focused on the table. He couldn't help but worry his bottom lip. It seemed they had little choice in their matter to allow the Astra into their home- the invitation had already been sent out. He only hoped their alpha had not made a grave error by opening their doors to their enemies.
[ - Alessia 'Sia' Ichiraku ● Hatchling ● Draven ● Human form - ]
Alessia sighed, feeling tired and not in the mood to wake. She had heard the call from their beta and despite the gentle reprimands from Elide, she had continued to doze. She was only vaguely aware of being lifted, curling around the person who carried her. It was only when they were nearing the dining hall that she finally awoke, lifting her head to find a familiar shade of green. When she was unable to find her father, Alessia huffed. Her annoyance faded the moment she spotted Torrin step into the dining hall. She watched as he sat, waiting only a moment before she was bumping his side and slipping to curl around his warm chest. Chirping under her breath, Alessia settled and once more closed her eyes, not really interested in the conversation.[ - Elide Korsalthyr ● Elder ● Draven ● Human form - ]
Tired was the only word that could express how Elise felt. She had spent the night attempting to sleep, only to be disturbed by a certain hatchling that snored and shot sparks from her snout every five seconds. Elide huffed, glancing over to the girl in question. Despite her frustration, it was impossible to stay angry with the child. Groaning as she sat up, one azure eye drifted around the room. Finding that two were only the two occupants in the room, she raised a brow in surprise. It wasn't often that Elide slept in, let along long enough for the occupants to have long abandoned their nest. It took her a moment to climb to her feet, shaking her head as she shifted into her human form. Stretching her arms over her head, Elide sighed to herself. Alone within the silence, she allowed her thoughts to drift. Chilled fingers pressed against her eye, trailing the jagged lines along her face. A roar caught her attention, startling her enough to drop her arms. Head tilting, she listened to the summoning before turning back to the nest. Prodding at Alessia, her attempts to wake the girl proved futile. Huffing, she slipped her arms under the girl and carried her from the room. Walking into the dining hall, Elide immediately noticed the tension that hung in the air. Choosing to keep her greetings brief, she nodded her head and sat closest to the omega and the other hatchling. Her gaze drifted towards Tawny, watching as the girl continued to avoid eye contact. Realizing that there was currently a lapse of silence, she leaned closer to the girl to speak.
"How are you this morning, child?" She hummed, not unkindly.
Her attention was diverted when Torrin strode into the room, settling down within his usual seat. It wasn't a moment later before Alessia left her arms, slipping into her father's lap. Unable to scold the girl, Elide huffed. Although there was some slack due to their parental bond, the hatchling could still be punished for not heeding Elide. Nevertheless, her worries were forgotten once Rima began to speak. Elide listened in with interest as the alpha spoke of her plans. It was no surprise to the elder; the distaste for humans and the Astra pack was echoed amongst many of their pack, herself included. Turning her gaze to her son, she met his gaze from across the way. It was difficult to read his expression, especially when he broke their eye contact to stare at the table.
