((yes I think that would be good. I just don't want to have a depressed Yuki away from his beloved Morrigan! And Moonbeam is not much better either! *laughs* though I think Jaffair is liking the idea of a child alot while playing with Bo.))

Jaffair happily cradled the child as she nestled against him. Her warmth was welcomed, for the sensation of it was comforting now, after being surrounded by weres for so many years. Feeling a familiar warmth and touch a grin slipped upon the elder's lips and he reached down with a hand and pull Caprey into a tight embrace, kissing her deeply on her lips. More like stole the kiss. "I am deeply sorry about not personally giving you the message of the cleansing working... I had a small issue with a pack member I had to take care of first.... I pray you can forgive me." he said and then looked down at little Bo. He could hear her mother's voice and be slowly set her down on the ground. "Run to your mother and give her a big jug and kiss... I'm sure she wants to see all the wonderful flowers Bo spread, now wouldnt she?" he said, crouched down before the child, his eyes gleaming with an odd sort of happiness, one that had never been in his eyes before. The thought of he and Caprey having such a beautiful child, was beautiful. Once the child ran off he then wrapped his arms around Caprey tightly and kissed her forehead. "I had wonderful thoughts, for our wonderful future..." he said smoothly and chuckled. "I bet you can guess."

((we don't have to time skip yet if you don't want, whenever is fine.))

"If it be having anything to do with that girl, I know just what they are." Caprey purred again, closing her eyes when he kissed her forehead. Snagging Jaffair's collar, she pulled him to her again just so she could have another kiss. "I will be remembering the look in your eyes forever." He looked so happy, it almost hurt her eyes to watch him.

Xiba scooped Bo up the moment she ran past him. With a squeal, the girl yanked on a bit of her brother's hair. Together, they headed toward their family.

"I be looking forward to it." Caprey watched their happy reunion before turning to face Jaffair once more. "Is everyone alright?"
-

((*laugh* Ah, Jaffair is the perfect kind of guy to have a kid, too. ;)
Morrigan and Yuki . . . ah, their love seems to be the rockiest one out of everyone! LOL!
And for Moonbeam . . . awh, the poor girl. :( She needs to get back to her soul mate. Heh, Senri still doesn't know that she's alive!))

Jaffair gladly returned Caprey's kiss as she pulled on his collar. Keeping her in a tight embrace he smiled and nodded. The beauty of the child was captivating, and her innosence was attracting. "I know that if we were ever blessed with such a child... She would be the most beautiful girl in the world." he breathed and then nodded to her question. "Yes, everyone is alright, I think things are taking s real turn for the better."

Caprey nodded and beamed a smile. "We keep our hopes up, yes?" She meant it in both ways: for the village, and for a child. The dark-skinned woman then pulled on Jaffair's hand, leading him toward the tent. "We be helping fix things up and get everyone home." She wasn't about to let her people suffer from lack of care.
-

It was roughly a week later when things began to improve. Everyone had gotten over the sickness, and rest was plentiful around the entire village. Morrigan had, true to her word, returned on the third day of her absence. She said nothing to Yuki about what she'd experienced, though told him that she was no longer human. The woman spoke to Jaffair often enough to show that she had an interest in conquering her new vampiric tastes.
Kei, once he had recovered enough, began to alter the weather patters to help the tribe's problems with their environment. Caleb continued hunting with the others, for that was what he longed to do. Devan stayed with Kiyomi, keeping her safe and free from worry. Xiba and Bo found themselves around Caprey and Jaffair more often than not, though it soon became clear that the redhead and his sister were interested in returning to Japan with the pack.

"It would be fun!" Xiba said when Caleb asked him why. "Bo would love to see a civilized place, after all." The truth was, neither of them had ever seen a city or anything beyond their village. It would be an adventure, for sure. "We can return later, if we get homesick." Apparently he'd already discussed it with their mother.

((:XD Sorry, I just didn't know what else to do! LOL!))

Kiyomi stood outside in the middle of the village and looked at the fire pit thoughtfully. It wasn't burning anything now, and all that laid there were ashes. She had become to feel a bit off lately, though no one could really tell, she herself barely could. She believed that she had learned enough here, and even though she didnt want to leave Caprey and Jaffair, she knew her mother yearned to go home so badly, it was nearly making her sick. Her pack had been called to gather there, and when she finally looked up, she saw all of them present. "It's time..." she said slowly and then stood a bit taller. "We have restored peace, and given strength to our village family here... Natale has regained control over all of the allies, and the enimies have been run out of the area... For now, there is peace." she said slowly. "But I believe, we should return home. I have called Nick, and he is bringing the jet tonight.... I know that Xiba and Bo wish to go with us..." she started but stopped. "But Elizabeth has been spotted a few times close to the estate, and I refuse to risk them to any harm." she said knowing that both of the young ones would be disappointed. "Until all danger is cleared... I don't want people coming with us to the estate... Not until we are sure they would remain safe in their stay." she said firmly, though with her usual softness and thoughtfulness in her voice. She had been growing up, and it showed more and more everyday that she was growing into the alpha royal she was born to be. "Any questions?" she asked lightly, smiling at her pack. It was hard to think of them as her pack, they were more like her family.

Instead of questions, there was a small purr. From where he sat, Kei nodded his agreement and linked his arm with Moonbeam's. He was just as eager as his sister to return home, though their mother outweighed them all. As other pack members nodded and spoke out their agreement and excitement to return home, Xiba nodded slowly.

Yes, he was a bit disappointed, but he was also needed there with Bo and his mother. Bo was too young to leave home without their family, and Xiba was one of their best hunters. It would be a loss to family and tribe to have them leave. Hearing Kiyomi's reasoning, the redhead almost felt relief. The more he'd thought at the wish to go to Japan, the more he'd wondered if he really wanted to go. "Maybe next time, eh?" Nudging Caleb's arm, the two got into a small scuffle of playful strikes.

Morrigan rolled her eyes at the boys, shifting in her seat so she was closer to Yuki. She had known the wilds of Japan as home for so long, it would be strange to return to the estate. "I know that this is my place," she whispered to Yuki, "so I want to stay with you."
-

Devan chuckled and spoke for the pack. "We're eager to head home."

Moonbeam happily nuzzled her son's cheek and then let out a happy purr herself. She was more then happy to go home, she was ecstatic. Ever since meeting Senri, she hadn't been too far away from his side, so the months spent here seemed like agonizing years. Yes she enjoyed her stay, but knowing that her very own soul mats thought she was dead, ripped her heart with grief.

Haruhe shook her head and laughed as Caleb and Xiba went at it again. It was going to be sad to not see her husband playfully fighting with someone so full of energy... But then again, that ment Yuki and Caleb would go back to their own ruff housing, something that brought funny memories for all the pack members. "Get him Xiba!" she coached playfully, knowing that this was what she wanted... She missed her home with Caleb. A little alone time with her husband wouldn't hurt.

Yuki smiled and threaded his fingers with Morrigan's. Both had grown so much stronger over this trip, but it seemed to only make their bond with eachother tighter. You didn't often see one without the other. "I'm happy you will... We are married, so I would feel terrible if you didn't stay with me." he said playfully and nipped her ear. Then kissing her lips lightly he nuzzled her neck. He was more playful with her, but being newly we'd, they still weren't past their playfully seductive stage(as Haruhe called it).

Kiyomi smiled up at Devan and nodded. "I agree." she said and leaned against him. It seemed like she got tired a bit faster, and wanted naps more then maybe once a week now. Though she just thought it was the heat doing it to her system. It wasn't a very big deal. Looking up she smiled as Jaffair walked towards them, his hand intwined with Caprey's. "So, you are leaving this night. You willbe missed greatly." he said, kissing Kiyomi's hand in a gentlemanly fashion. Us then grinned at Devan and put a hand on his shoulder. Devan had learned what it took to survive out here, and the elder was very happy to help him. He would protect his pack and wife well. "And your insight at my side will be greatly missed, Devan." he said lightly, Caprey was bound to get way more emotional then he was, she practically welled up with tears at just the hinting that the pack would leave. Her and Kiyomi's bond had grown beyond anyone's expectations.

Xiba, though only a few years younger than Caleb, held a fire that most wouldn't have. The redhead and the Hunter had started with small smacks and shoves, and were soon on their feet a little ways off from the group. Their laughter and playful taunting was more than enough to make many pack members and tribe dwellers alike start calling out encouragement and (in some cases) placing bets.
Now that Caleb had recovered, he still had an edge on the youth. He was trained, where Xiba was not. The werewolf pinned Xiba to the ground, grinning crookedly as he flicked the boy's cheek. "Better luck next time, kid."
-

Morrigan had been absently watching the fight when she felt Yuki nip at her. Sucking in a slow breath, she met his kiss, and gave him a playful shove. "Yes, it would break your heart, wouldn't it?" Her low voice was full of sarcasm, and her raised eyebrows showed scorn . . . but her brown eyes were full of laughter. The red ring around her pupil remained, but it just gave her another touch of unique individuality.
When Yuki pulled away a bit, Morrigan gently shifted so she was sitting in the shifter's lap. Pulling his arms about her, the dark-haired female smiled. "I'll hate the ride home, but it will be nice to see your estate from the inside." She'd lived nearby through her entire life, yet never once had she actually attempted to get close. Fate had a strange way of throwing her into things. This time, though, Morrigan was glad she'd chosen to follow her rash decisions. She had met the love of her life through a foolish action.
-

Devan held Kiyomi against him gently. He had a suspicion about why the woman was so weary, but he never let his thoughts surface. Instead, he merely kept a closer eye on her. As Jaffair and Caprey approached, Devan moved so he was standing beside his wife. The vampire listened to his friend's words, and he offered his hand to Jaffair in farewell. "Your wisdom and guidance will serve my family well. Thank you." He would miss the elder vampire - they'd grown close throughout their time training.
After giving Jaffair's hand a good squeeze, Devan couldn't help but hide a smile when Caprey approached.

The Were flung her arms about Kiyomi, tears in her eyes as she sniffed and tried not to sob. "I be missing you already!" she practically cried, crushing her "sister" in a hug. After pulling away, the dark-skinned creature wiped her eyes with her hands. "I be loving having you here. We grow so close." Caprey met Kiyomi's gaze, blinking more tears from her eyes. "I love you, sister. You be safe."
With that, she turned a halfhearted glare to Devan. "If you be letting her get hurt, I be hunting you myself!"

Devan chuckled. "You don't have to worry about her, Caprey. I'll keep her from harm."

Yuki smiled and then nodded to Morrigan's words. "Yes, I would be crushed." he said and made a dramatic sad face just to add to all the teasing. Grinning though when she crawled into his lap he chuckled and kissed her lips. "I know, that's why I suggest sleeping on the way." he said lightly, knowing that he would have to keep Morrigan's mind off of everything. Smiling and resteinf his chin on her shoulder be let out a soft purr. "You know... There is one thing I wish to do with you before we leave though..." he whispered and nipped her shoulder lightly. "You know... We never got to go to the springs together... Just the two of us..." he breathed and grinned. It was true. They had planned their honeymoon on the week the village had gotten the elemental disease, and then Morrigan had stayed away for three days. Though Yuki visited her at least twice a day, it had put a wrench in their plans.

Jaffair smiled at Devan, and then covered up his smile when Caprey practically suffocated Kiyomi. It was so cute to him seeing those tears. It reminded him of the first time he had ever seen her cry. Kiyomi smiled softly and then hugged Caprey back tightly, but not nearly close to the tightness her dark skinned friend gave her. "I know Caprey." she said and when they pulled away she was tearing up as well. It was hard for her not to cry at the thought. She didn't want to leave her sister like this, she would be a wreck. "I love you too sister." she said, wiping her own welling tears away, and smiling as Caprey joked with Devan. She then returned to leaning against her cool vampiric husband and smiled gently. Jaffair laughed at Caprey gently and pulled her against him lovingly, reassuring her lovingly. Kiyomi knew she was really going to miss this place, but her longing for home was overpowering that right now. "I will write every week." she said and smiled brightly. Having taught Caprey to read would making communicating with her much easier, and since Moonbeam had taught Jaffair how to read and write in their language a long time ago, they would be able to write back and forth.

Morrigan stiffened slightly at the mention of the Springs. She hadn't gone their since her time with Cain. Still . . . she wanted to please Yuki, and knew that she had to get over her bad memories by replacing them with good ones. "Tell someone. We can go now, and be back by nightfall."
She shivered at the feel of Yuki's teeth on her shoulder. I want to be with you. Pulling herself out of the Were's lap, she gave his hand a tug and stepped backward, meeting his gaze seductively. "I bet I can beat you there."
-

Bumping into Jaffair lightly, Caprey nodded. She'd finally managed to stop crying (again), and was smiling shakily. "As often as you be able." One gift the village had received was good paper. A whole box of it, too. It would be nice to have some way to communicate. "I be keeping an eye on Xiba and Bo, and will be telling you how they get bigger." Or, how Bo got bigger, anyhow.
Caprey finally calmed herself back into a normal state of mind. "You be telling me how Moonbeam be." She wiped away the last of her tears before smiling more solidly. "And I be telling you of the village." Finally she hugged Jaffair to her and sighed. "It was nice having you here, Kiyomi."

Yuki grinned and then gave Moonbeam a look. The female elder alpha smiled at them and waved them off. Grinning Yuki tiugged at Morrigan's hand and then laughed playfully. "Come on, I know you will beat me." he laughed, knowing the vampiric speed she now held. Though he could give her a run for her money. Taking off, he knew that the springs held some bad memories of Cain, but he was confident that he could chase them away from her mind.

Kiyomi smiled softly and nodded. "Yes you have to keep telling us how she grows up... Plus I don't think she could be separated from Jaffair." she said teasingly and as if on cue the little redheaded girl squealed for the elder. Jaffair chuckled and scooped her up into his arms. "Bo!" he said happily and chuckled. Pulling Capreyclose with one arm, he kept her against him, and the little girl giggled and nuzzled noses with the future alpha. Smiling softly, Kiyomi couldn't help but have a small longing for that. Caprey and Jaffair looked like they had a family of their own.

Morrigan beat Yuki, though only by a few feet. The woman laughed, and then approached the Spring's entrance with a grim smile. "I try not to hate this place," she said bluntly, fingering the blackness that spread over her hand. As though in response, the glowing veins pulsed slowly. "This day will replace what I felt before. This will change my mind."

The vampire-blooded girl turned to face Yuki, eying him for a few moments before snagging the front of his shirt. Pulling him along with her, she led him toward the Springs. She wanted to forget Cain, and think only of Yuki.
-

As Bo entered the scene, Devan chuckled. He could see the joy on Jaffair's face, and he could also see the look on Kiyomi's features. She wanted a child so badly. "We'll try," he whispered into her ear, and then reached up to gently fix a few strands of the alpha's hair. "I promise." The longing for a family of their own, for a young child, was nearly overwhelming for a few moments.

Caprey laughed, purring and tickling Bo for a second before sighing. "I need to be getting back to my mama. She's busy with keeping things ready for your departure."

Yuki laughed as Morrigan bearly beat him, and then got a hold of his breathing a bit better. Nodding to her first words, the blonde male slowly walked up to the hybrid, his eyes conveying his love for her. Coming up behind her, he noticed her looking at her blackened hand, internally he growled. If only he had been the one to take the power, she would not live with the guilt that came with it. Suddenly bring grabbe by the collar he grinned and shook his head. "I will chase all those memories away, I sware to you, my wife." he breathed, leaning in just far enough to nip her cheek. Being pulled along made him grin as they neared a little tent by one of the many little private water holes, and grabbed his wife's hand. "Bathe with me?" he whispered softly his eyes gleaming with love.

Surprised at how easily Devan read her, Kiyomi blushed. Feeling his gentle fingers moving her hair she slowly looked up at him with gleaming hopefilled eyes. "I promise too..." she whispered in his mind with her powers. Looking to Caprey and Jaffair, she knew they had to go help Natale, she was in a emotional state with them all leaving. Even if her and Moonbeam didn't admit it aloud, both didn't want to be separated from eachother. They were like sisters. "Yes, we must assist her." Jaffair agreed and bowed his head to the alpha and his good friend. "Come on Bo, you can help alpha too. Maybe we shall pick pretty flowers." he offered softly and kissed Caprey's forehead before taking her hand and walking with her to go help the African alpha.

"You ask when you already know my answer," Morrigan laughed, and instantly changed directions. Pulling Yuki toward the water, she gave him a half smile before releasing his hand and diving in. A few moments later, she resurfaced, beckoning the Were to follow her.

I look forward to the moment you chase them away. That moment was starting then. Yuki would help her forget and replace her memories of Cain.
-

Devan smiled and nodded at the couple as they headed for their alpha. Turning his red eyes to Kiyomi, the vampire smiled. Linking his fingers with hers, he guided her toward the fire that was burning nearby. "Let's finish our goodbyes." They did, though it took a few hours. By the time night was falling, they were reclining in a small patch of shade that was lengthening into darkened shadows. They would be leaving soon.

((we will skip the new couple's moment and have them meeting up with everybody, and the jet has arrived and is waiting ready for take off.))

After the last few goodbyes were made, Moonbeam was led inside the jet by Nick, who was happily surprised seeing her alive and well. Toru gave one last goodbye before taking her husband's hand and walking onto the jet. Shivering at the air-conditioning she grabbed their blankets and began to create a little nest for the couple to snuggle into to keep warm. She was very tired from working hard to pass down as much cooking and healing knowledge as she could. She had also left a homemade book for Jaffair, filled with all the cures and remedies she could remember for different medical situations, so the village could prosper.

Haruhe hugged her fellow hunters once more before taking Caleb's hand and walking into the jet. Tired and having a massive erge to cuddle with her one-eyed husband, she purred softly in his ear. "I am going to miss them." she said softly. Looking over to he twin who was tuckingthe blankets around Morrigan so she could fall asleep before they took off, she shook her head. It seemed everyone had found happiness.

Kiyomi was tearing up as she hugged Caprey fiercely. "Promise you'll write all the time!" Kiyomi sniffled, not wanting to part with her new sister from Africa. It was so very hard, but at the same time, deep down in her heart she knew that she missed Japan. She wanted to be home in her own room, in her nice soft bed, curled up with her Devan.

((Sounds good to me! :sweat:))

Caleb sighed, the sound carrying a bit of sadness. He was going to miss Xiba and the other hunters something fierce. He'd found a strange kind of friendship with the tribe, and he wasn't glad to leave. Granted, he really wanted to go home . . . so it was a winning scenario, despite their leaving.
"I think we all will." He wrapped his arms about Haruhe when he saw Yuki tucking Morrigan in. He saw the strange kind of closeness that they suddenly shared, and it made the one-eyed male smile. "It's cold in here." His comment was followed by a harsh kiss, and the Hunter pulled Haruhe toward their seats. Within moments he had her in his lap, and was glancing out the window to the land below.
He had a blanket (that Devan graciously passed to him when he walked by) tucked about the two of them quickly, but his single brown eye never left the ground below. "We'll have to visit sometime."
-

Morrigan was anxious about the plane ride, but she knew that it wouldn't be as horrible as last time. She had been suffering from her transformations when they arrived, and now that she was no longer a panther things had changed. The dark-haired woman touched a bit of her hair that was in the usual bun, swallowing the urge to just head to a back room and curl up in the closet. Instead, she looked to Yuki and forced a smile. She said she'd try.
After being wrapped in blankets, the woman sighed and closed her eyes. Yuki had suggested going to sleep as quickly as possible. He would understand . . . and they could talk when they were in the air. Morrigan's sheer force of will put her to sleep swiftly, despite the commotion about the plane's interior.
-

Devan smiled as Caprey and Kiyomi embraced. With a final handshake, Devan bid farewell to Jaffair and his wife, and they were soon on the plane. The vampire gently kissed the Were's forehead and cheek. "We have close friends," he whispered, "who will miss us as much as we miss them. This isn't the last time we'll see them."
As the plane's engines started up, the male was sure to look out at the darkening landscape. The sun had set a couple hours ago, but the lingering light seemed to add charm to the African landscape. Devan sighed quietly, thinking only of heading home. He was so eager to return, it was surprising even to him.

I want to start our lives. Devan kissed the side of Kiyomi's face as she looked out the window.
-

Caprey reluctantly let go of Kiyomi, and watched from the ground as the two were seated. She waved one last time before sniffling and taking Jaffair's hand. "They be good. I be missing them much." Her tears were blurring her vision, but she wasn't bawling as she had earlier that day. She'd come to terms with their departure, though it was still sad.
"I love them."

Taken off guard by Faleb's vicious kiss Haruhe had no time to react afterwords. She was emediately relocated to her husband's lap and a blanket being wrapped around the both of them. Not protesting in the slightest, the were's black ears flickered before laying on her head as she nuzzled his chest. Nordic slowly the female closed her bright blue eyes and sighed. "Yes... Maybe when flying back from an assassination in another contrh we can stop here for a day." she offered lightly, just really throwing the idea out there.

Yuki smiled softly and kept his hand rhythmically stroking his wife's head. His finger tips trailed easily threw her silky hair. Adoring her sleeping beauty the male purred softly to himself as they assended into the sky. He couldn't wait to return home, even though he would really miss the village.

Nodding to Devan's words, the female were purred softly and nestled info her blankets. Watching as Jaffair and Caprey grew smaller and smaller she blinked back a tear threatening to well up. Though feeling the kiss from her husband brought her back to look at him. Smiling slowly she nodded and then gently kissed him on the lips. She couldn't wait to start their lives together. She had never once thought of herself wanting to have a child early in her married life, but she just.... Longed to have one now. Realizing something she looked up at Devan. "Markous and Lana's baby might have been born!" she said excitedly, remembering the bulging Lana they had left behind when going on the trip. "I wonder if Naylin taught daddy the names of the squares on a checker board... He said that would help him play the game again." she said softly and glanced to her poor mother who was glancing out the window anxiously every few minutes, as if they would suddenly be home, but Kiyomi knew she would settle down soon. "Daddy is going to be so happy... So is the rest of the pack." she said softly, her eyelids begining to droop a bit.

"Right," Caleb said with a sigh, his hands find their way up to hold the woman close to him. "After a mission someday." The Were looked over his wife's dark ears, taking a slow breath as the plane lifted into the sky. They were going home. Finally.
-

Devan chuckled. "I'm sure Lana and Markous have a new addition to the family by now," he nodded as he also recalled how late Lana had carried the child. It would be nice to see a baby around the estate once again. The pang of longing he felt from both Kiyomi and himself made the vampire frown. He'd watched Kiyomi grow from her first few days of life, and now they were going to have a baby of their own. It made him him more than anxious.

The vampire smiled when he heard about Nayin teaching Senri how to play games. It sounded so unlike the vampire lord, that it almost made Devan laugh out loud. Apparently the vampire was going out of his way to draw the werewolf out of his depression. Not only had Senri lost his sight and changed the way he lived, but he'd lost the other half of his very being. His reaction to Moonbeam's return would best anyone's excitement about being reunited with the former alpha.
Devan glanced to the woman, smiling as she met his gaze. Kiyomi relaxed against Devan's chest, and he felt her light purring slow and settle into a steady breathing pattern.

"You should sleep. It will help the ride pass by more quickly." Devan met Moonbeam's gaze with a kind of gratitude that he had rarely shown her. Now that she was back, he readily recalled how she'd saved Senri and changed Devan's life forever. They had been through so much . . . and now, decades later, they were starting new families and continuing their peace.
"Senri has been . . . unwell," the vampire said hesitantly. "It will do him good to see you again." Senri had carried on with life after Moonbeam "died," but the one-eyed were had never been the same. He was participating whenever the pack urged him to, but never did he offer his entire mind and heart to something. It always seemed like the dusty-haired male was distracted; Senri was forever sad and burdened without Moonbeam.
After all, he had little memory of his early life. From there he was a slave, and when he was freed he was placed immediately into Moonbeam's pack. Without her, his entire world was . . . darker. Yes, he still spoke to others and seemed to go through the motions of living a normal life, but Senri was a shade of the man he once was.

Moonbeam turned her beautiful shining silver eyes full of hope to Devan as he spoke to her. Drawing the blanket around her body tighter to herself she then sighed. "We both have been unwell..." she whispered and looked down, sadness flashing threw her features. She had been saved, by another sacrificing her life... She had lived, but made her soul mate suffer two and a half long agonizing months not knowing she was alive... It was something that she needed forgiveness for.

"I only wish that things will work out right.... I don't want to be separated from my pack ever again..." she breathed and slowly returned to looking out the window. Kiyomi slowly closed her eyes and squeezed Devan's hand. I'm putting her to sleep... Before I fall asleep. the female sent to him mentally and then on cue Moonbeam drifted off. Smiling watching her mother Kyomi then looked up at Devan and put a hand on her stomach. "I can't wait for our lives to start.." she breathed and soon was asleep.
((bring on the reunion! I wanna see Senri and Moonbeam happy again!))

((*gets excited* Agreed! :eager:))

Devan chuckled, squeezing Kiyomi's hand in response. She needs the rest. He turned his glowing eyes to the night sky, listening to the soft breathing from his wife. It wasn't long before most of the Weres were asleep, leaving Devan to his thoughts. His gaze turned to the hand resting on Kiyomi's stomach, and he carefully rested his own fingers over hers. Our lives have started together. He couldn't wait for their child . . . when and if they could have one.
Needless to say, thanks to their linked minds, Kiyomi had dreams of children and various waves of happiness throughout the entire trip home. Devan kept his mind to the happier things, knowing that his wife would appreciate lighter thoughts.
-

"The plane is coming in," one of the Hunters said, glancing to Senri as the werewolf paced restlessly. "All is well, sir."

Senri nodded in acknowledgement, but he was anxious to see his children. It felt like they'd been gone forever, and he was more than eager to make sure they were alright. Heck, he even missed having Devan's sarcastic comments around the estate. Nalin was good company, but the vampire wasn't the same as the others.
His "gaze" lifted to the sky as he heard the plane approaching. Standing still, Senri frowned slightly. It was taking long enough.

"There's dad!" Kei leaned over to the window with a smile, his ears perking. "We're home!" The Were purred in excitement, his maroon eyes flickering over the landscape with joy. He'd missed this place. He heard everyone else's responses as well, and he laughed when he heard Caleb's muttered comment about being able to sleep in an actual building.

Kiyomi awoke feeling Kei's excited thoughts cutting threw her beautiful and happy dreams. Sitting up slowly she marveled at the beautiful place they called home. Her hand squeezed Devan's a bit tighter and purred happily. The younge wife then slowly pulled the blankets from her body and sat up. She looked out side excitedly and gasped seeing Lanna holding a tiny bundle of blankets in her arms. "There's Lanna's baby!" she said watching as her hybrid uncle came to wrap his arms around his wife.

Toru giggled at Kei's excitement and then let out a heavy sigh. She loved Japan... And she felt so much more at ease here then anywhere else. She was itching to bake in the lovely kitchens again, and go back to a simple and family filled lifestyle. She had honestly missed everyone they left behind on their trip to Africa.

Moonbeam was the one most excited, and it was obvious. As soon as Senri came into view her eyes were glued to the outside world, her pale palms pressed against her window. Looking at her husband, tears brimming in her eyes, and a few slipped down her cheek. A soft smile was pressed to her pale pink lips as the plane finnally landed. She kept from her seat as the door opened and flew out of there.
"Senri!" she cried streaking towards her dear lover. Throwing her arms around the blinded male she clung to him tightly, sniffling in happiness. Purring loudly, she rubbed her head against his chest. She had returned to her dead soul mats, she was finally home. "I love you..." she whispered, pressing his warm tanned hand to her pale cheek, tears slowly rolling down them.

Devan smiled. He could see Lana and her husband standing there, watching as the plane came to a rest. The child in Lana's arms made the vampire's heart lurch. Hopefully that would be them someday. Stroking Kiyomi's hair from her face, he kissed her forehead. "Let's go see them."
He watched as Moonbeam rushed past them, and then helped Kiyomi to her feet. Devan was laughing by the time he heard the commotion.
-

"Senri!"

The werewolf seemed utterly confused for a moment. His very being was pulled in Moonbeam's direction, and the male's expression went from surprise to complete and utter devastation. At first Senri thought he was hearing things . . . but he was wrong.
The broad-shouldered male could hear the footsteps of someone rushing forward, and his mind seemed to open to a piece of himself that he hadn't felt since Moonbeam had passed away. As emotions overwhelmed him, Senri nearly collapsed. The scent that filled the air was hers. "Moonbeam?" Senri frowned, and was immediately slammed with another wave of feeling.

Moonbeam's arms wrapped about him tightly, and Senri did all he could not to crush her right then and there. He held her as though she would disappear if he released her again. With hitching breaths, he felt his hand move to her cheek. The feel of her smooth skin and warm tears made his expression fall.
"You're alive!" he managed to say, silent tears trailing down his cheeks. That day he'd left his eyes uncovered, and as his tears fell he was relieved. Both of his hands flew up to touch Moonbeam's face, and he ran his fingers over her every feature before drawing her close once more. Crushing her to him, Senri let out a heartbreaking cry.

Oh, God. I lost you. Is this real?

He had to be dreaming. Senri grabbed her face firmly, kissing her so fiercely it took both of their breath away.

I won't lose you again.

Kiyomi nodded as she watched her mother move faster then she ever had in her life. Standing with Devan's help she walked out of the plane, streching her legs and body happily. Seeing her mother and hearing her father's cry, a few tears of joy misted her eyes before she blinked them away. Markous led Lana up to them and Kiyomi's face lit with wonder and excitement seeing the little child. It was slightly tan with reddish hair with an auburn tint to it, revealing the mix of Markous's red and black streaked hair and Lana's auburn hair. Grinning she looked up at the new parents. "Boy or girl? How old?" she asked watching the young babe squirm.

Moonbeam felt her mind connecting with Senri's and a wave of releaf washed over her. She had felt so alone, so lost without her dear husband. Happily crushed against him she looked up into that familiar face and saw her tears and was moved deeply. She kissed him fiercely back as his lips smashed down onto her's, her hands reaching up to entangle into his dusty hair. "Sendi..." she whispered and then looked up into his eyes. "It's hard to explain. But Jaffair and the other Moonbeam from Africa, the one I told you about, saved me." she said softly and then took one of his hands and kissed it's palm. "Can you ever forgive me?" she breathed, praying he would forgive her for putting them both in such a heart breaking situation.

"He be a boy," Lana said with a smile, her features glowing with pride as she offered the bundle out to the alpha. "Almost a month old, now." The little infant squirmed, looking discontented. "Tavyn be hungry, but I wanted to see you first." ((:XD I name him, you name Kiyomi's child?)) The auburn-haired Were looked up at Markous with the biggest smile she could handle. "I never been so happy in my life."
Carefully transferring Tavyn into Kiyomi's arms, she laughed. "He hasn't seen you yet. He be liking you already."
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Senri listened in forced silence, and he nodded when she finished. "You're alive. How could I hold that against you?" The soothing touch he felt on his palm made the werewolf's features fill with agonized relief. He couldn't keep himself away from her. Once again he wrapped his arms about her, pulling her against him and taking in her familiar scent. She fit with him so perfectly. He'd forgotten how easy it was to hold her close.
The werewolf breathed deeply, taking in her smell and very being. "I'm never letting you go," he breathed, gently entwining the fingers of one hand in her hair. The other hand moved to keep her pressed to him, and Senri rested his forehead against hers. I wish I could see you again. He could, through his mind's eye. But it wasn't quite the same. Still, it was a relief. Moonbeam looked very similar to the day he'd lost her. Nothing had truly changed.

"You've been in Africa?" he asked, swallowing more tears and trying to think clearly. It was difficult with his heart and mind spazzing out so suddenly.

((alright ^^ though remember she has a miscarriage on the first one. We don't wanna forget that little drama.))

Kiyomi's eyes lot up hearing it was a beautiful little boy, perfect for both Markous and Lana. She felt that if they had a girl, she would be louder and wilder then her African sister Caprey, which might have been a hand ful. Markous grinned down at Lana, pulling her a bit closer as Kiyomi took the child into her arms. Holding the warm child so carefully, the alpha stared down into his beautiful features with love and care. "He's beautiful.... Oh! He's got his mother's eyes!" she breathed as the child slowly opened his eyes and wrapped his little fingers around a long lock of Kiyomi's white hair. Purring softly to the child she looked up at Devan. She could only wonder what gender their child would be. Markous studdied Kiyomi's movements and then reached out and put a hand on her shoulder. "I'm sure you will get your dream, take it from a guy who knows that it is possible." he said softly, making the young female blush. He was right, being a vampire/were hybrid, Markous knew perfectly well that it was possible for her and Devan to have a child.

Relief flooded over Moonbeam as she fit against Senri like she always had. Purring, and trying not to keep sobbing, crystal tears kept pouring down her face. The feel of his hands tangling in her hair brought back so many warm memories, so many emotions she had longed to feel again. Nearly choking on her words as she looked into her soul mates eyes she got a hold of her breath. "Yes... It was Jaffair and Moon's plan... I didn't know of it.... I wanted to come home so many times, but Jaffair refused to let me... Apparently he had gotten instructions strictly from Moon before she died to keep me there and await our pack's arrival." she breathed, brushing her lips over his lips before kissing him deeply. "I missed you." she whispered against them.