Post by CROW. █ on Oct 15, 2012 23:26:26 GMT -5
| [atrb=border,0,true][atrb=style,width:387px; height: 550px; background-image: url(http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2012/269/0/6/zealot_by_looserfaceman-d5fz6mk.jpg)] Zealot stood atop the boulders that leaned on one another, creating the cover for the den entrance only feet below. Her claws gripped the sun-warmed rock, face lifted to the skies, eyes closed. The wind danced across her fur, running its fingers gently down her back. Today the breeze was warm, promising that the snow that still lay thick on the ground was not long for this world. The sky was clear and the sun was bright. Yes, today was a good day. The wolf inhaled deeply, her chest inflating in contentment. But there would be more than just good weather on this day. Today was the day of her and Vivian's Mating Ceremony. The day that they would announce their union to the pack. Zealot turned, dropped down behind the left boulder, out of sight of the clearing. The Ceremony was decided to be at noon, and there was only an hour or so left. The alpha tucked herself away in a tiny nook made by a tuft of tall grass and the boulder. She placed her rear to the ground and lifted a paw. Red tongue rasped out, running over her fur with purpose lifting any traces of dirt. Suffice it to say that that single paw was sparkling in just a few strokes, but, instead of putting her paw down and starting on the other, she lifted it. And so Zealot, as wolf as they come, groomed herself like a cat, cleaning a paw and swiping it over her head. She had to look good for the Ceremony, no? Only... she knew that grooming herself was more than a way to simply help her appearance. It was to allow her the time to think about the implications, the consequences, and consider her words. Normally the Mating Ceremony is performed by the alpha for a couple within the pack--she'd attended a few of the very kind--and normally the couple was male and female. This time the alpha herself would be one half of the couple, and being coupled with another female... The word 'controversial' was an understatement. Though she hadn't quite gotten a firm grasp of Zorn's personal beliefs when it came to sexuality, she imagined that he was a traditional wolf. Not that he believed the Alpha pair should be male and female, but that he probably thought they should at least be able to give the pack pups. Something to unify them, give them an actual future to protect and care for. Zealot paused in her grooming, her silver gaze clouding over. With Vivian... she'd never be able to give the pack offspring. With two females there could be no future. It didn't matter. The wolf resumed her grooming, a bit more intent than before. If any wolf had an issue with this pairing and had the balls to challenge her leadership, she'd fight them. Fight with all her might. Other members of the pack could bear young, she had always given them every freedom to compensate for her... She shouldn't have to apologize for the way she was. And she wouldn't. She simply gave the pack an alternative. Zealot nodded to herself, dipping her head to lick at a rear leg. Finally, she stood up and shook out her coat. The black and tan wolf pushed out of her nook. It was time to call for the pack. Zealot moved fluidly to the clearing, standing before the den entrance. Her sleek muzzle lifted to the sky, and her howl rang out across the forest. It called for her family, expressed her happiness, and told of the important event. The song faded from her lungs and she stood, quietly, waiting. NOTES. this is the thread for Vivian and Zealot's Mating Ceremony before the pack. it is not mandatory for the pack members to assemble, i will simply roleplay as if they are there anyway, but it is requested ^-^ the first post or two from me will be introductory, Zealot all fretting about the Ceremony 'n stuff, Zombie can reply with Vivian to do the same, then it will be available for the other pack members... am i too demanding? o.o |
