Black Widow [Messoria]

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Time had passed allowing the pure white femme to heal. The emotional turmoil would always remain but physically she was in great shape, for a pregnant female that is. Lichen still was the epitome of confidence, even after her meeting with Datura hadn't gone as planned. The heirs of Kairos had been quite exceptional, especially the albino pup who was significantly larger then his siblings. She shook her skull, ridding them from her thoughts for the time being. Her stride was smooth and even as she moved across the terrain, the air cool with the promise of rain. Lichen was headed towards her favorite part of Kairos and far from the caverns which held Datura and her guard dog. Her nares flared gently, smelling all the scents including those of who had recently visited the falls. Datura's scent was faint here, along with another whom Lichen did not recognize. A low growl rumbled from her chest, she didn't want to be reminded of her apology gone wrong. Her talons dug into the moist topography and occasionally she would leap over a boulder or too. Even though she was burdened with child her body was still well-muscled and in pristine shape. She would stop occasionally, allowing the air to ruffle her thick mane of fur that framed her face. She inhaled the cool air and exhaled slowly, this is what she needed. She would approach Datura again in time, after her anger would subside. But for now things would stay how they were. Lichen didn't expect everyone in Kairos to like her, all she could was try and if she failed then so be it. She wouldn't be crying over it.

Soon the roaring of the falls could be heard ahead and her heart leaped in her chest. There was something about the falls that made her extremely happy and calm at the same time. It centered her and for a moment she could step away from everything else in her life and just relax. When she was close enough she lowered her body down beside the water, gazing at her reflection for a few moments. Was her face becoming rounder with pregnancy or was that just a figment of her imagination? She glanced away then and began licking gently at her front paws, whisking away all the dirt and grime so that her fur was an effortless snow white once more. It was while she was in the process of winding down that she heard the sound of an approaching wolf. Can I help you? She questioned with melodic vocals. She didn't have to see the wolf, she already knew exactly where they were and she wasn't worried. She recognized the scent as soon as it hit her nose, Messoria. Lichen finally turned her head then to fix her shocking green eyes on the ebony she wolf's face. Her abdomen was significantly rounded much like her own which was a clear sign that she was with pup. I see your expecting. She commented lightly while waiting for her to speak.



notes: finally got this baby up lol
tagged: Messoria
muse: decent
word count: 651
status: complete.

[Messoria]

With each day that passed, Messoria’s belly seemed to swell until she could not hide that she was carrying Goliath’s pups. She was not bulging or ridiculously heavy yet – nowhere near it, thank the gods – but it was certainly noticeable at a glance. She’d taken to avoiding others for the most part, specifically Datura, for her emotions were beginning to run rampant and she had no desire to visit the Mexican she-wolf again. One time had been enough. She’d risen from the dens much earlier than day to wander Ina’mos, her restless paws traveling first to the swamp, then past the caverns to where she currently moved towards: the falls. They were a breathtaking sight, and also where Messoria had first encountered Goliath while searching for admittance into Kairos. She’d also been plagued by the arrogant Jaienyx, unfortunately, but Messoria flicked thoughts of her away. If she was lucky, she would never see the pompous she-wolf again. She had far more important things to worry about now, like her impending motherhood.

The sound of the falls was audible in the distance as Messoria pricked her ears forward, hastening towards them. She could go for a nice soak, perhaps attempt to catch some sort of dinner if any fish was foolish enough to dart near her. She was still able to hunt for herself, of course, but she had to be cautious. She couldn’t risk doing anything that would harm the little balls of life forming within her. Already she was eager for time to pass, for her stomach to grow more and more until she finally welcomed them into the world. She would not allow herself for even a moment to think that they might be anything less than spectacular – they were the sons and daughters of her and Goliath, how could they be anything but?

So consumed was she by her thoughts that Messoria did not spot Lichen until the white she-wolf spoke. “Can I help you?” The dark she-wolf paused just at the edge of the pool, head jerking up as her amber eyes met lovely emerald. ”Oh. Lichen,” she said, her lips twitching upwards into a small smile. ”I did not see you there. I was lost in my thoughts.” She did not know her fellow hunter very well, but she had no issues with Lichen and harbored no dislike for the pale female. Her eyes immediately dropped to her belly, similar in size to Messoria’s own. A moment later Lichen spoke, her words following Messoria’s train of thoughts.

”I see your expecting.”

She nodded, stepping forward so that the water kissed her paws. She did not draw too neither to Lichen, not wishing to impose on her space, but ventured close enough that she could be heard without having to raise her voice. ”I am. It’s a bit nerve wracking to think that I’ll be pushing out giants in due time, but it is also very…exciting.” She paused, glancing sideways towards Lichen’s belly with a sly smile. She could only wonder which of the titans had filled her womb with life, but it did not matter either way to Messoria.

”And you are as well. You look healthy.”


TAG: Lichen
WORDS: 533
NOTES: yayyy so excited for these two!

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Lichen felt oddly at ease as she relaxed by the water, her eyes calmly surveying Messoria's pelt as she moved closer. If the sun hit her pelt just right there were shades of chestnut and dark amber, it was beautiful. There were stark contrasts to one another but Lichen felt as if there was a hidden bond between them already. It was something she had noticed when she had first met Messoria, along with all of the other hunters. But Messoria stuck in her mind. Oh, Lichen. I did not see you there. I was lost in my thoughts. Lichen nodded her head in understanding before responding, Its no trouble.. I find myself lost in thought every time I visit the falls.. She pondered aloud as she perked her ears forward, watching the dark female curiously. What had caused her to come here on this brisk morning? Perhaps she just needed to clear her head, much like Lichen had. I am. It’s a bit nerve wracking to think that I’ll be pushing out giants in due time, but it is also very…exciting. And you are as well. You look healthy. For the first time a shy smile darted across her face, a chink in her armor of self confidence. Well thank you.. I could say the same about you. I trust your pregnancy has gone well so far? She questioned while watching Messoria carefully, searching for any signs of discomfort across her face. If Lichen was passing an invisible boundary by asking she would be doing some decent backpedaling to get back on comfortable ground. She had enough with tension in the air lately.

She glanced away for a moment, looking at her front paws and the water once again. Lichen contemplated the events she had gone through and whether she should share her trials. After surveying the inky female she had a feeling it wouldn't hinder her if she did. I've met Datura.. I brought her food.. And told her of the events of my pregnancy. The way she spoke was ominous, as if a dark cloud was hovering above her head. I don't know who my pups father is. Goliath or Titan. Perhaps both. The words fell like acid from her mouth. She was bitter. She felt terrible that her babies would never know for sure, that she would never know for sure. She kept her eyes away from Messoria, feeling ashamed. The look Datura had given her was pure disgust and then the hatred had come. Lichen didn't care if she hated her, she had had the decency to tell her the truth before she heard it from someone else. Needless to say Datura did not handle the news well. She looked at me as if I were scum.. As if I don't feel like that enough. But I'm not asking for pity. I'm just trying to understand things myself. She spoke quietly. Worry was always a part of her now. Titan had vowed to make her his prized bitch, but she had yet to see him prove it. He had de-flowered her and for what? He might not even play a part in the pups life - that seemed to be the last thing on his mind. And then there was Goliath, why had he chosen her of all females? Did this mean he wanted her? Should she follow him entirely and become a part of his harem? Lichen could not understand and frankly all of the events were driving her mad. She needed a break from it all and although this was only temporary it was much needed.


notes: therapy is in session lol
tagged: Messoria
muse: decent
word count: 755
status: complete.

[Messoria]

Messoria could not help but enjoy the cool, crisp air against her pelt as she waded in the shallow water, the frigid water cooling her heated pads as basked in the feel of it. She was oddly comfortable with Lichen at her side, feeling no need to warily defend herself as she did when Datura was around. After a brief silence the Arctic female’s voice surrounded her. ”Well thank you.. I could say the same about you. I trust your pregnancy has gone well so far?” Messoria glanced sideways with a nod, her smile growing just slightly. ”No complaints or worries yet, although I assume that it won’t be as easy when I’m the size of a Hippo,” she commented with a soft laugh. Her tail swayed back and forth slowly as she stared across the water, sensing that Lichen had more to say. She was not wrong.

”I've met Datura.. I brought her food.. And told her of the events of my pregnancy.” There was the briefest pause, a darkness that had Messoria turning sharply to stare at Lichen, her ears flattening against her skull at the sound of Datura’s name. ”I don't know who my pups father is. Goliath or Titan. Perhaps both.”

The news was certainly surprising, and it showed briefly on Messoria’s face as she observed her fellow hunter. She was beautiful with her snow white fur and vivid eyes, something that Messoria would not usually admit, and the dark femme could see why she might have caught the interest of both Titan and Goliath. It was clear from Lichen’s expression that she felt less than stellar about the event that had occurred, and the fact that Datura had only made it worse had Messoria’s irritation stirring. ”Needless to say Datura did not handle the news well. She looked at me as if I were scum.. As if I don't feel like that enough. But I'm not asking for pity. I'm just trying to understand things myself.”.

Wordlessly Messoria wandered closer to Lichen, lowering herself to her haunches beside the female. They were a stark contrast to each other, as physically different as day and night with the exception of their slender, feminine figures. For some time Messoria said nothing, her face schooled back into its carefully constructed mask. She had never been good at comforting others, mostly because she’d never cared much how others felt. But Lichen…Messoria liked Lichen. She was a skilled hunter, and she did not flaunt herself around demanding respect like other she-wolves of Kairos did.

”You cannot blame yourself, Lichen,” she said lightly. ”You could have done nothing differently for the position you found yourself in. It would not be wise to say no to either of them.”

She turned to stare at Lichen then, her lips curling as her next words fell from her lips. ”Do not allow Datura to make you feel guilty for what you’ve done. She behaved as she did because she feels as if we are not worthy of him, despite how very wrong she is. She doesn’t take kindly to the realization that Goliath saw something special in us, enough to favor us with his attention.” It was something that Messoria had mulled over after their initial meeting, coming to her conclusion with a fair amount of ease. Datura’s comments and the way she held herself…it was all too clear.

”Perhaps she will come around, and perhaps not...but truthfully, if any of us were in your position, including Datura, I very much doubt the outcome would have been any different.” Messoria shrugged her shoulders, no longer wishing to even think of Datura. She was not worthy of Messoria’s thoughts, even the darkest ones imaginable. ”I will not condemn you with petty words and sharp glances simply because the same male claimed us, nor because Titan claimed you alongside him; you have an ally in me, Lichen.”

Her smile was genuine, something that felt foreign on Messoria’s lips. She did not pity Lichen, for she doubted that the pale female would accept it. However, she did not wish to see Lichen’s spirits beaten into the mud when it was the last thing the hunter deserved. ”You did what you had to do. Be proud; you will bless Kairos with strong offspring, regardless of who the father is. When your time comes, I will be here for you should you need me.” Today was the most she’d ever spoken to Lichen, and yet she found that her words rang true. She would not allow the likes of Datura, or anyone else for that matter, to break the spirit of one who had done nothing wrong. Besides, Messoria thought as she watched Lichen patiently, awaiting a reaction. It couldn’t hurt to have a friend amidst the madness.


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NOTES: =D

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Lichen couldn’t help but feel the unease that rippled through her body at the thought of the act that had occurred between herself, Titan, and Goliath. She wasn’t sure what to think and she was beyond confused. Of course she didn’t want to claim the role of the victim in this situation and the last thing she wanted was sympathy from others, she just wanted to be able to understand everything. Lichen knew in the back of her mind that if she had fought she probably would have come out of the situation much worse then what she already was. A small part of her envied Messoria, mostly because she was content with her situation, had a decent rank in the pack, and would have a loving father to her pups. Lichen knew that if Titan did end up being the father he wouldn’t be involved in their children’s lives. He wasn’t that type of wolf. And even though Goliath didn’t look it, it was clear he was the fathering type. Lichen could only imagine what would happen if she became a part of Goliath’s harem; Datura’s hatred would burn even deeper for her. Her auds flattened against her skull, it was done and over with. It might not be fair to her pups, or Datura’s pups, but either way they would all excel greatly. No matter who their father was. Lichen was determined to see this happen, her babies would not be failures, but they would also know of their mother’s unending love. You cannot blame yourself, Lichen. You could have done nothing differently for the position you found yourself in. It would not be wise to say no to either of them. She glanced over at Messoria then, making distinct eye contact with the she wolf. Was it really wise of me? My children will grow up unknowing of their true father. I will go without knowing.. I do not know where I belong here. She spoke slowly, her words the calm before the storm. She would not break down in front of Messoria, she did not need to see her this way.

Do not allow Datura to make you feel guilty for what you’ve done. She behaved as she did because she feels as if we are not worthy of him, despite how very wrong she is. She doesn’t take kindly to the realization that Goliath saw something special in us, enough to favor us with his attention. Special? She was hardly special. Lichen let out a soft snort in response before shaking her head. I’m not special Messoria. Especially not after what has happened. I can’t imagine what the others will think of me now.. I don’t care either way but I know it won’t be pretty. She could just imagine the gossip that would be spreading like a wildfire through Kairos. Perhaps she was wrong, and she felt wrong, but if they had been in her shoes they would have done the same thing. She couldn’t take anything back now, and didn’t intend to. Her womb was swelling with new life, she would be a mother, and that was the most important thing to her right now. Perhaps she will come around, and perhaps not...but truthfully, if any of us were in your position, including Datura, I very much doubt the outcome would have been any different. I will not condemn you with petty words and sharp glances simply because the same male claimed us, nor because Titan claimed you alongside him; you have an ally in me, Lichen. You did what you had to do. Be proud; you will bless Kairos with strong offspring, regardless of who the father is. When your time comes, I will be here for you should you need me. Lichen smiled at Messoria then, and allowed herself to respond. You have more than an ally with me Messoria. We will stick together through whatever comes our way. Her telltale confident smirk returned to her maw and she lifted herself off of the ground, moving closer to Messoria. Lifting a front paw she batted at her shoulder playfully before moving closer, a tiny growl erupting from her larynx. Jaws spread as she attempted to bite Messoria’s scruff in a playful manner but then her tongue moved to caress her neck, an obvious gesture of affection. It had been a long time since Lichen had been playful and affectionate toward another, and she felt as though Messoria was her sister. She moved closer to her then, wrapping herself around her and enveloping her in a tight but comfortable hug. Their pelts were a melting pot of white and black mixed together and they couldn’t be more opposite, but Lichen had never felt as close to someone before. She knew then that she would protect her with her life and would be damned to let anything happen to her. They were more than allies, they were family.





notes: so sorry for the wait but I loved writing this.. Too cute.
tagged: Messoria
muse: great
word count: 984.
status: complete finally.

[Messoria]

”You have more than an ally with me Messoria. We will stick together through whatever comes our way.”

The words that fell from Lichen’s muzzle were pleasing, although truly it was the pale femme’s actions that surprised Messoria. As the small white paw batted at her fur, which was such a stark contrast to the angelic she-wolf before her, Messoria found herself briefly at a loss for both words and actions. It was clear that Lichen was behaving affectionately as she growled, teeth nipping at Messoria’s neck so lightly that it did not pain her, but the act was so foreign to Messoria that she struggled with it. Normally her immediate action would be to snarl, to move away and distance herself from this strange emotion that had settled in Lichen, and yet the dark female did neither of these things. The soft touch of the other femme’s tongue seemed to animate her, and as Lichen moved to nuzzle into Messoria’s fur, she found herself responding.

She was stiff at first as she craned her neck to drape her head lightly across Lichen’s delicate shoulders, but with each breath she gradually relaxed, schooling her tightened muscles into loose submission. All of her life, Messoria had not known affection. It had not been given to her by her father, who she barely knew in her youth, nor her mother, who’d turned so viciously on her pups until Messoria had been forced to extinguish the flame of her life. It had not been given to her by Goliath when the weight of him had been draped across her back – for although his initial touches had been gentle, Messoria had not delusional herself into believing that it was more than what it truly was. And now here she sat with the female who she had hunted with, who was soon to be a fellow mother, and it was…pleasant. Despite the confusion that such warm emotions caused Messoria, despite the fact that she did not yet understand her own feelings in regards to it, Messoria would be patient. She did not wish to lose the friend that she had found in Lichen, not when it seemed as if she’d made nothing but enemies as of yet.

She nuzzled her muzzle into the soft white fur of Lichen’s thick scruff, her amber eyes gazing into the distance as her mind worked. ”May you have strong sons,” she murmured very quietly, her resolve strengthening. ”And then the others will not be so quick to condemn you.” There was a long moment of silence afterwards and then Messoria laughed, the sound low and long, vibrating within her throat. She could picture it so clearly, she and Lichen nestled within the caverns when their time came, perhaps near enough to each other that they’d be able to visit without wandering too far from their own broods. Perhaps she would have the honor of watching over Lichen’s young – and vice versa, for Messoria found that she would trust Lichen with her offspring. For a moment she paused to say a prayer: Let her survive it, she thought, for the pups within Lichen inevitably belonged to either Titan or Goliath, both brutes of massive proportions. Messoria herself would experience a rough birth that would potentially risk her own life as well; such was the sacrifice of whelping Kairos young.

”What are we going to do?” She asked, her voice laced with amusement. ”These pups will be hellions; they’ll drive us into the ground.” There was a playful lilt to her voice that felt odd and sticky-sweet on her tongue, but Messoria allowed the tiny grin to remain on her muzzle. Companionship was not something that she thought she would ever grow accustomed to…but that didn’t mean she would refuse it.

TAG: Lichen
WORDS: 630
NOTES: awww so cute <3

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At first Lichen contemplated what she was doing, perhaps she was foolish for making herself so vulnerable in front of Messoria. But something seemed so natural between them, as if she didn’t have to try to be something she was not. Now that’s not saying that she isn’t fierce, or strong, but it is saying that she puts on a considerable emotional barrier when around others. With Messoria she didn’t feel the need to hide her emotions, in fact she felt comfortable enough around her to do whatever the hell she wanted. Perhaps batting at her was silly, but her carefree feelings were spreading and she briefly wanted to enjoy this time of freedom with her companion. When she wrapped Messoria in a tight hug she hadn’t expected her to be inviting; in fact the act had caught herself off guard as well. She hadn’t realized she was doing it until she could feel the warmth of Messoria’s pelt against her own. Messoria was stiff against her and Lichen almost felt the urge to instantly retract, but then she felt the subtle feeling of Messoria softening. Her auds flicked forward momentarily and she let out a soft sigh- this would be equally hard for the both of them, but trust would allow them to be comfortable with one another. Lichen needed this, and she knew that Messoria needed it also. May you have strong sons. And then the others will not be so quick to condemn you. She snuggled closer to Messoria, hearing her quiet vocals as she spoke them. She smiled softly, I know for a fact you will have strong sons and daughters. She promised Messoria, but briefly her mind flickered to the darker side of things that neither one of them spoke of. There was a high possibility that neither of them could survive the births, but Lichen didn’t want to think about such a matter. The thought of losing her newfound friend sent fresh stabs of pain through her chest. Messoria was a strong female, Lichen didn’t want to have any doubt that she would make it through the child birthing process. What are we going to do? These pups will be hellions; they’ll drive us into the ground. Lichen finally pulled back to see the growing grin on Messoria’s muzzle. She couldn’t help but return the smile as she listened and pondered over her words.

With a gleam of determination in her eyes she glanced off towards the water and then back to Messoria’s face. We will make sure they are strong. We will help each other.. And we won’t lose our sanity, if they don’t suck us dry before then. She spoke jokingly before standing to stretch her limbs. She had been lying down for far too long and wanted to move. Lichen strode closer to the water’s edge, gazing down at her reflection in the water. If only her mother could see her now, and she could only imagine how happy she would be when finding out she was going to be a grandmother. Her tail wagged gently at the thought of Aaka, but her heart longed to see her. That had been one of the hardest things for Lichen when she had left; leaving her mother behind was no simple task. She glanced behind her then, nodding for Messoria to come join her by the water. Where are you from Messoria? She questioned quietly, curious to hear of her back story. Lichen herself had an interesting tale, one of heartbreak mostly, but it was still interesting all the same. But Lichen didn’t want to talk about herself, at least not yet. For the time being she wanted to get her past off of her mind- and talking to Messoria would surely help ease her troubles. She waited in silence for her to join her, meanwhile gazing at the water and contemplating what to do with herself. Titan would not be a very prominent father figure in her pups' lives, and she wasn’t even sure if Goliath had fathered any. Lichen knew the feeling of abandonment, and the thought of Titan casting them aside made her stomach turn into knots. Her hackles instantly rose and she knew there would be a conversation coming shortly between them. He was her friend but he could also quite possibly be the father of her pups. If he wasn’t going to show them any sign of attention, she wouldn’t be mating with him next season. She knew it was a brazen thought, but she wouldn’t offer herself to another if they didn’t want to accept the possible repercussions. She knew in her heart what she needed to do, she just truly hoped she would be strong enough to do it.

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Muse : good
Tags : Messoria
Notes : oh lord this post is going to be interesting lol

[Messoria]

”I know for a fact you will have strong sons and daughters. We will make sure they are strong. We will help each other.. And we won’t lose our sanity, if they don’t suck us dry before then. ”

The words brought the smallest smile to Messoria’s muzzle, Lichen’s side warm against her own. She spared a moment to glance down at her rounded belly as Lichen moved to stand beside the water, her amber orbs glistening with consideration. She found that she very much liked the idea of having someone who’s company she did not loathe to help her. While Messoria’s usual arrogance had not faltered even a fraction, she secretly worried about the young that grew within her. She would be mortified if such a stunning pair as herself and Goliath did not produce strong offspring, and yet stranger things had happened. And even if she did, raising them would be the next task. Messoria knew that she would have to teach them how to be fierce for the good of Kairos, and she would allow no one to stand in the way of that. She could picture herself and Lichen lounging outside of the dens as noisy, boisterous pups frolicked around them; the visual made her grin widen. If both femmes managed to survive the births, if they managed to produce impressive young…well, the world would be at their mercy. There was nothing they could not do.

Messoria lumbered to her paws as Lichen motioned for her, a smidgeon less graceful than she normally was now that her body was changing. She moved to sit beside the angelic femme, her tail wrapping around her delicate paws as she gazed into the water.

”Where are you from Messoria?” The question gave her pause. Never before had Messoria shared her past, not even with Goliath. It had been so long since she’d truly thought about the events of her upbringing, and yet she found that she did not mind speaking of it to Lichen. It was not something that bothered her or that Messoria found to be overly sentimental, after all. ”My mother and father were rogues who met upon the far borders of Anikira,” she informed her friend, kneading her claws into the soft dirt as she spoke. ”They did not truly care for each other, and so me and my siblings had a very distant, stern upbringing; I had three sisters and a brother.” Such a high number of daughters compared to a single son would have been horrifying in Kairos, at least to Messoria. For a moment she was disturbed, wondering if she would suffer the same fate due to her mother’s genes…but no, she shook the thought away and continued. ”My father left eventually, and my mother went a bit…well, mad. She had little concern for my brother, but she seemed to enjoy picking on my sisters, as well as me. When I finally left, she attacked me.”

Messoria knew that her words held no remorse nor sadness, and she felt no shame. She truly had not cared much for her blood relatives, and so it was with ease that she admitted to Lichen, ”I killed her. It was better off that way.” Her amber orbs darted sideways, briefly checking for a reaction. ”She was never an essential part of my life. Escaping from her granted me freedom. I was finally able to explore Anikira to my heart’s content, to grow like I’d never been allowed to before. Eventually my paws lead me here, to Kairos.”

She was silent then, considering. It was a lengthy story that she had told, and although Messoria was certainly not shy or quiet, it was the most she’d spoken to another in some time. While her story did not weigh heavily on her shoulders and did not count as some huge secret, it was still nice to have told Lichen what she’d never bothered to tell anyone before. Messoria stretched out a single foreleg, dipping her toes into the cool water, her eyes tracing the ripples as they extended deeper into the pool. After a moment she shifted to face Lichen, her ebony fur brushing against ivory as she tilted her head out of curiosity.

”And what about you?” She asked. She wondered briefly if Lichen’s story was more personal than her own; if so, Messoria would not have blamed her for not wishing to share. She’d come to learn that the past could be a vicious thing.


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WORDS: 749
NOTES: I apologize for the suckiness and any typos >.< Had to rush to finish it before the library closed for maintenance...

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Lichen sat beside Messoria and felt oddly at ease as if everything else around her had been forgotten. She didn't want to think about Datura or Goliath or even Titan. She just wanted to be present, and wanted to put all of that nonsense behind her. She would deal with it eventually but right now she just wanted to be free. Which is why she had asked Messoria of her past, and although it was a highly personal question she wanted to get to know her better. Messoria was the only wolf that Lichen truly trusted, and she wanted to test that trust and see if she returned it. At first she was silent, unresponsive of the question Lichen had asked and for a moment she felt as though she had passed a boundary she wasn't supposed to pass. My mother and father were rogues who met upon the far borders of Anikira. They did not truly care for each other, and so me and my siblings had a very distant, stern upbringing; I had three sisters and a brother. My father left eventually, and my mother went a bit…well, mad. She had little concern for my brother, but she seemed to enjoy picking on my sisters, as well as me. When I finally left, she attacked me. I killed her. It was better off that way. She was never an essential part of my life. Escaping from her granted me freedom. I was finally able to explore Anikira to my heart’s content, to grow like I’d never been allowed to before. Eventually my paws lead me here, to Kairos. Lichen was respectfully silent the entire time she listened to Messoria, her auds flicked forward to take in her words. She did not however gasp out of shock when Messoria spoke of killing her own mother. She didn't flinch, did not waver from her thoughtful expression on her face. Lichen would not think of Messoria any differently because of killing her own blood; sometimes you had to do what you had to do, no matter the consequences.

And what about you? She asked in return and Lichen turned her gaze away for a moment. She knew that asking Messoria about her past would lead to questions about hers as well, but she was ready for it. She needed to get it off her chest so she could move on. I grew up in a land far from Anikira. I do not remember my birth mother.. I was abandoned by her in the heart of winter. My adoptive mother Aaka found me and brought me back to her pack. She raised me along with her own litter. I have two sisters and one brother. My mother taught me everything I know today. She was kind, thoughtful, and fiercely protective amongst other things. She was also the alpha female of the pack. It was around my coming of age that I met Legacy, the alpha male's son. We were destined to be together some would say... It seemed that everything was perfect then. Until our alpha Kapu came down with a horrible disease. It weakened him considerably, but he tried not to show it around us. She halted for a moment, her mind bringing up painful images of her strong leader crippled and writhing in pain. She had come across him while out hunting one afternoon, and it was a sight that had been burned into her mind. One morning we awoke to find him gone..Legacy went after him. That was his father and he did not want him to die on his own... But Legacy never came back either. To this day Lichen had no clue of his whereabouts, but time moved on and Aaka eventually forced her to move on also. My mother ruled the pack then and she called me by her side as her beta. We moved territories, away from the disease and two legged creatures. Soon our pack began to thrive and our numbers grew- it was then that I took my leave. I needed a clean break, to start fresh. Days don't go by that I don't think of my mother.. Of how happy she would be to find out she will be a grandmother. But it's better off this way. Lichen wondered if it truly was better off this way, but having Messoria beside her made her feel a little less alone. Her tail tucked tighter against her paws and she reluctantly met Messoria's gaze. I've been disappointed before. It may not look it, but I have. I refuse to let others break me..or you for that matter. My loyalty runs deep.. She spoke slowly, making eye contact for a moment before gazing off into the distance. She had never shared her story with anyone before; but it felt great to do so with this particular femme.




notes: sorry for the wait babe!
tagged: Messoria
music: Sledgehammer - Fifth Harmony
muse: great
word count: 970.
status: complete.

[Messoria]

Messoria found that she was pleasantly surprised by Lichen’s easy acceptance of her past; although the dark femme did not consider her previous actions to be a burden, it still felt nice to be able to share them with someone that she could trust. Her tail swayed back and forth slowly, stirring dried leaves and bits of wet grass in the process. She had come to Kairos looking for a stable pack unit, for greatness, and somewhere along the way she’d found a friend. It was…unexpected. Messoria had never had friends, as many wolves found her sheer arrogance and sharp tongue intolerable. Lichen, however, seemed not to mind. Ears flicking idly atop her skull, Messoria waited for a long while after her own question filled the silence, wondering if Lichen would respond. Eventually the ivory she-wolf’s words began to flow, and Messoria listened raptly to the tale that Lichen’s voice wove. Her past, it seemed, had been very different than Messoria’s. It did not surprise the sooty she-wolf that Lichen had once been in a position of command, for she could see it in the way that her friend carried herself, and in her quiet contemplation. For the briefest moment, Messoria allowed herself to consider what might have happened if a different she-wolf had taken her and her siblings from their deranged birth mother. Would she have grown up to be more humble, to speak kinder, or to despise the haze of pain instead of enjoy it? Messoria shook her head, deciding not to dwell on it. Her past had made her who she was – it had made her strong, fearless, and fiercely determined. It had been the building blocks of her glorious foundation. She would never regret it.

When Lichen had finished speaking, Messoria turned her amber gaze towards her, a mischievous smile tugging at her lips. ”No matter the circumstances, they lead us here – made us strong. It’s amazing, in a way.” Lichen had spoken of loyalty, and this was something that Messoria could undoubtedly relate to. It was difficult to earn her trust, but once it was achieved, there could be no greater honor. Messoria would kill for those that she loved without the slightest flicker of her vivid eyes. She was dainty and slender, but she was not a coward, and the costs for hurting those that had earned her loyalty was grave. ”You have my loyalty as well, always.”

Messoria hefted herself to her feet, yawning and wincing at the added weight of her belly. She was growing large so fast, but it was to be expected when such massive pups were forming within her womb. Once she’d stretched her protesting muscles, she settled down again, grunting at her own efforts. ”I swear by the time these pups are due, I won’t be able to move,” she grumbled, casting a sympathetic glance at Lichen’s own stomach. ”At least we can complain together.”

Words : 487
Muse : ehhh
Tags : Lichen
Notes : You're fine dear <3