Is my nose playing tricks on me?

@Phineas or other Magnolia Glen wolves

Thanos Argyris

It had probably only been a day (if even that) sense he left the large male back at the water. The scent of his brother had grown strong too. But there was another scent, the one of a packs' borders. Had his dear brother Phineas become Alpha somewhere else? Or was he just another part in a pack? Coming up to the border lines Thanos let out a howl. Calling for one of the wolves. Starting to feel a bit shaky he held his breath. "Brother please let it be you that I smell." his tail hanged low and his ears pulled back. The scent of Phineas was certainly strong here. Truly Thanos didn't know what he would do if his brother wasn't here.

Waiting for a wolf to appear Thanos whispered to himself "Phineas please be here. I need to know your alive." that was the one brother he was worried about. If he had to find someone next it would certainly be Aeolus then his last brother, Erebos. Worry was the only feeling he had right now. All of his brothers had to be alive. They just had to be. Thanos couldn't be the only Argyris left. If he was that meant he would have to start another line of Argyris blood. It was one thing he never thought about. Surly he wasn't father material, or so he thought. A shiver ran down his back thinking about it. For now he would just have to wait to find a answer.

(This post was last modified: Sep 05, 2013, 04:58 AM by Thanos.)

The young lady didn't possess such short, stubby limbs. As if over night they had gained inches, and now she was constantly tripping over them. It was for the fifth time, picking her chin off the dirt, her hair ruffled, and she scowled at them. Why w e r e/ t h e y /s o o o o darn long? A snort leaving her dark nose, she raised it to the air, and willfully, pounded her paws against the ground. One by one in a march to do as she commanded. Maybe, she didn't want to get bigger. Maybe, she wanted to stay little, and be carried around. With a loud humph, she continued her soldier stride. She was not going to fall again, and was very well done with exploring.

Since breakfast was over ages ago she had had permission to explore pack lands, here and there. This was the final straw, and she wanted the den. She wanted to tell her mother all about it.Tired of walking, falling, she had every intention of going back to find Kyros too. Maybe, he would wrestle with her now. She was a lot better at that than trying to follow her nose. Before the pup got too much farther she heard a howl, a stranger's that seemed to be coming from the lines she wasn't allowed to cross. Hyp forced her body to the ground, her large ears trying to interpret the call. He wanted a wolf of Magnolia Glen, but why? Deciding she wanted to find out, her golden eyes sharply looked about, before she took off to the brush. She was going to do her best to spy.

(This post was last modified: Sep 05, 2013, 10:13 PM by Hypatia.)

Thanos Argyris

Waiting for someone to appear Thanos thought he heard something in the distance. Whispering softly to where the sound came "I'm sorry if I have crossed your borders. I had only came here following the scent of my brother, Phineas." his body softly sunk to the ground. Maybe it had been the alpha, or it had been his brother as the scent told of. His paws felt weak and his tail tucked. Disappointment would be one thing he wouldn't want. It was a shame if his nose was wrong. Something he always followed, it has never told him wrong so why would it do so now?

Claws dug into the muddy earth trying to hold the anxious body still. The Habiliment of fur on his body seemed a bit dirty from his venture from the mountain to the place he was now. It was a fun journey but not another one he would wish to take to soon. That was if his scent was right, which he believed it was. Of course the male at the water said that his brother was over the mountain. It made no sense though, maybe the male had been late on information? Phineas' scent was right here so it only made sense that the information was old and or a lie.

The fur on his chest brushed against the dirt. Making any white or creme spots turn into a dark dirty spot. The clouds over head was usual because it was around the afternoon. It also was nice, as it kept the sun hidden from making his journey less comfortable with a hot sun beating down on his back. As it had also been around a Fall type of season making the clouds and rain more expected. Such a beautiful time of the year too. Just one that might not be so welcoming, as a reminder that a harsh Winter might be near soon. Something that no one looked forward to.

(This post was last modified: Sep 06, 2013, 01:56 PM by Thanos.)

The day seemed like any other ordinary day – Magnolia Glen borders were quiet as usual, the excitement and worry from the nearby cougar having long passed as well as its stench. Of course, the ivory male kept keen watch upon its old abode that was so near his home, but it had yet to reappear.. and he could only hope that meant it had either met its demise, or moved on for good. After all, the solitary creatures never truly settled the way a wolf did.

His paws lead him along the invisible yet familiar lines of his pack border. His claw marks embedded upon the trees, the scent of himself, Inkheart, Borlla and even Zia primarily lay upon the ground, intermixed with the others of the pack. His bright orange eyes caught nothing in particular of interest, yet his ears perked when the howl of another rose throughout the air, echoing across the lands of the glen. They called for him, and a light frown found its way to Phineas’ features as a familiarity swept through him, though he could not quite place it.

Without waiting, the ivory regal was prowling his way to the source, grateful that the visitor did not seem far. Wearily, the shadow of the other came to view. His gaze was quick to notice the figure as a male, the tawny fur and face blocked out by the trees Phineas had yet to round. As he moved closer, the wolf came to full view, and the Argyris male paused mid-step, his eyes blinking in surprise as he took in the features of a wolf he had not seen for at least a year now. His brother. “Thanos,” he murmured, his tone holding slight disbelief. Hypatia’s presence was not yet noticed by the father, and instead the shock of his past lay bfore him.. seeming to wait ever so patiently at his borders.

@Phineas This has Surprise written all over it :D

Thanos Argyris

It was a heart stopping pause. Rising up Thanos looked closely at his brother. He, he was alive! Opening his mouth slowly he only managed a few words "Phineas....Is that really you?" his paw moved closer to his brother. Amber orbs met Orange ones. Two brothers so different yet also alike. It was also a wonder though if his brother had really left on good terms. A spark on interest came upon himself. Managing the courage to speak again he voiced out his words "I want to know more of why you left. We all know that the pups were not yours, but why storm off leaving us, your brothers, in charge?" his tail hanged low flicking around in a curious manner.

Maybe Thanos had been wrong to leave his brother behind alone. If things didn't work out with his brother, even though he was sure they would, he would turn tail and walk away. He wondered what his brothers role was in this pack he would hold that question off. For right now he wanted to know about his brothers' trip here and how everything came crashing down. And of course if his brother had anything to ask Thanos would certainly answer it. Phineas of course was the eldest of his brothers. Which means to him that he has a right to know what he wants, but he also needs to make smart choices.

The girl kept underneath the leaves, crawling through the dirt to reach her target. Kyros would have laughed at her because now she had evidence she had been up to something. Hypatia would worry about that later. Maybe, they would simply believe she had been playing in the damp earth, tracking prey she was suppose to. Besides she had been good. When they told her to stay put she did, and she really wasn't speaking to strangers.

The young pup was far from being great in the area a stealth. The leaves often moving gave her away to the howler must have heard her, because when he spoke she realized she was a lot closer than she had expected. Struck by fear she could easily be taken or hurt she didn't pay attention to what he said. She held very still, pretending she didn't exist.

With shallow breathing, her limbs started to ache, and she told herself she would never do this again. She had no way back, she was positive. So she waited for the stranger to go or figure out where she was hiding before she made a run for it. The first she hoped with all her heart would happen or she would be in big trouble. Then, there was a louder stride coming from behind her and she breathed a sigh of relief. No idea it was her father, she was at least smart enough to know it was one of her family. Gingerly, she pulled each paw free, slipping a little closer. Carrying herself with fear she remained beneath the bushes, debating what to do. When the bleach white coat, the deep tone of her father's voice hit her Hypatia had no intention of revealing herself. Again, she froze. Who was this? Why did he know dad?

It's kind of perfect that Hypatia is eavesdropping. :o

Had it been a stranger at the borders, the regal male might have noticed the gentle rustling within the bushes as his daughter moved – yet the shock kept him rooted, his eyes blinking in stunned silence as he took in the all too familiar tawny features of his brother. Thanos had not changed at all, even after a year, and as his littermate rose and took a pace forward, the ivory male felt himself hesitating on what to do. Surprise broke way to excitement, his paws itching to leap forward and bring him to Thanos’ side for a reunion of play, yet the words that slipped past the male’s jaws held him still.

He allowed the question to hang momentarily, his features turning stoical as he straightened himself, fiery eyes regarding his brother carefully. It was hard to say how his brother would react to whatever he spoke – Erebos had pretended to understand, yet the silver male had been upset.. so much, it seemed, that the other Argyris sibling had vanished from the lands. Phineas had followed his trail for only so long before turning to go back home – there had been no danger that he could scent, and it seemed his littermate had simply decided to vanish, much like Phineas had on him but a year ago.. an eye for an eye, so to speak.

“It was easier,” he finally spoke, his words slow and careful as his tail flicked through the air. “It was easier to simply leave the life I had thought I had behind rather than.. evict them. Kill them. Do whatever it was that would have been expected of me.” He allowed a small pause, his shoulders lifting slightly. “I personally killed her parents during that war... She clearly was looking to pay me back for their death. I couldn’t push her and her kids to that same fate.” But that didn't mean he did not regret that decision now.. not paying the she-wolf back for what she had done to him.

(This post was last modified: Sep 13, 2013, 03:57 PM by Phineas.)

Thanos Argyris

Thanos understood completely. At least to him it made sense. Smiling he nudged his brother "I completely understand. You did what you had to. I shall forgive you for leaving as it only makes sense to not hold a grudge against my brother." he wagged his tail softly. Of course he had to accept his brother. Smiling at his brother his Amber orbs met the Flaming Orange orbs once again. "On a lighter note, tell me more about your home and you rank within it." Being very pleased to here more good things about his brother instead of focus on the bad.

Waiting upon Phineas' answer Thanos looked over to the bushes. Crouching down he could start to see the shape of what looked like a pup "You can come out, I won't hurt you. I promise." he smiled and wagged his tail to show the little one he was friendly and wouldn't hurt he. He didn't even have the guts to hurt such a innocent little pup. And anyone who did have the guts to hurt a pup was a horrible wolf. His Light Amber eyes finally met the younger ones' Orange eyes. It reminded him of his brothers' eyes. Standing back up he tilted his head "Is that young one yours? Her eyes certainly remind me of yours." softly he wagged his tail in a low position not to so to much excitement if the pup wasn't Phineas'. Thought Thanos was almost certain the pup was his brothers' own.

sorry for the wait, I know she wasn't going to take this well. if Phineas wants to talk to her later so Thanos can join.

The girl held her breath for the longest time, trying to make head or tail of what they were talking about. She knew her parents hadn't always lived in Magnolia Glen, but she had never really thought about it to question things.

As of right now it seemed something about pups that had not really belonged to her father, and he had left his own brothers? What did that mean? Releasing the pent up air, she anticipated what her father would say in answer. Hyp believed he would make more sense out of this. It didn't. It filled her heart with dread and fear. He had killed other wolves. After the badger incident, she knew what that meant. Brown ears twitched, if to test they were even working, but she knew they were. He continued answering, if he was chatting about something mundane as the weather. Hypatia wanted to run away, run back to mother and think. Father wasn't a bad wolf, he couldn't be.

After it was confirmed this stranger was Phineas' brother, the very wolf spied her. Drat! She didn't want to be here, and she was conflicted if she still had time to run. Orange eyes stared at him, finding she disliked him for making her hear those terrible things. Hesitantly, with a bowed head, she took a couple steps forward not looking up to either wolf for the longest time. Maybe, it was the comment about their eyes, Hypatia yelled. "No!" Then she dared look into the face of the wolf she had trusted and loved, but seemed much as a stranger as the other. All the pain, and questions were stretched across her tiny face. Knowing she would cry te pup bolted, running quicker than she ever had back to the den.

{Hyp extis}

(This post was last modified: Sep 20, 2013, 02:37 PM by Hypatia.)

Thanos' words were unexpected ̶ of course, the tawny male had always been more gentle than the other brothers.. perhaps even more understanding when considering such matters. Erebos' disappearance stung, but it wasn't entirely undeserved to the pale Leader. After all, he had left Asphodel Meadows without word.. why should his silver littermate not do the same? "It doesn't excuse how I slipped away without word," he offered, a gentle sigh releasing from his inked lips. "I'm sorry for any worry I caused." And it was likely they had worried, at least until the pieces of the puzzle had come together.

Thanos' questions were expected, and as he opened his jaws to tell his brother of Borlla and Magnolia Glen, the tawny male before him began to call for a cub. Blinking, it was only then that Hypatia's scent filtered reality to him, and that her scent was not as faded as it should have been upon the borders. His muzzle swung to her direction, fiery eyes falling upon the girl as she hesitated before coming from the brush. Distantly, he heard his littermate's words regarding how she must be his, and regret flooded his features then as his daughter stared at him as if he was a wolf she never knew. Her protest caused him to flinch, and as she darted from the two males, his jaw snapped shut with a sharp click, his muscles tense as he debated whether to leave Thanos and go after her, or to stay with his brother and give her space. She had heard everything -- and the picture that had been painted was not someone she knew.

Refraining from chasing his daughter, he cleared his throat, glancing back to the male before him. "I'll find her after, but yes.. that is my daughter, Hypatia." There was a small pause, his voice strained now. "My mate, Borlla, and I lead this pack.. Magnolia Glen. We have a son as well -- Kyros." His tongue darted out to moisten his lips, his figure straightening now. "Will you stay, Thanos?"

(This post was last modified: Oct 14, 2013, 10:16 PM by Phineas.)