A Love like Ours [Kenai]

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The wanting was excruciating. Cherokee couldn't remember the last time she had ever felt this way. In fact, she had never felt this way until she had met him. Kenai was the first wolf that had literally looked into her eyes and made it feel like he was looking into her SOUL. Even now his dark orange optics flashed in her mind. She would have never imagined how difficult a long distance relationship could be and it was even harder with having the disapproval from her own pack members. Cherokee couldn't help who she had fallen in love with and she wouldn't change it for an instance. It was what made their relationship what it was. It was unique- different from all the others. Their love was one of a kind. But as the months had slowly crawled past Cherokee began to notice the swell in her stomach. She had seen Harlot enough to determine that she also was with child. She wasn't as far along as what Harlot was but her stomach had still ballooned outward. She had gotten far more curvy then the first time she had met Kenai, would he even recognize her? The want of having him near her was so strong that she couldn't even ignore it any longer. When she woke she stretched her legs out from beneath her, her sides heaving with the labor of it. Once she was able to get her legs beneath her she rose off of the ground. Cherokee didn't waste any time and lumbered out of the den and even further to make her way outside of the territory. It wasn't very often that she did this.. In fact the last time she had done this was that night.

As she walked she began to wonder what he would think. Would he be excited to be a father? They had not exactly professed their love to one another but Cherokee was certain that was how she felt towards Kenai. He was a gentleman, he cared about her well-being, and oddly enough he was just as socially awkward as herself. They were the perfect match for one another. It just didn't seem fair that they had to be so far apart. And of course there was the matter about where the pups would live. She supposed they would have to stay with her while they were nursing and then maybe they would split them up afterwards. She shook her head, there was no way she could make a decision without speaking to their father first. Butterflies flickered in her stomach sending jitters throughout her body. It was so strange saying that, but it felt so right at the same time. Cherokee couldn't picture herself with anyone else. He was the one and she would only give herself to him. It was only right that they were having children together- as if it were fate. Time seemed to fly by and soon she was walking across never ending hills. This was obviously Eden territory, that much Cherokee recognized from the last time she had come here. However her energy was draining and she had to slow to a halt before lowering her body to the ground completely. Cherokee would have blended in with the white terrain had it not been for the tell tale brown facial marking on her face. She panted heavily, resting for a few moments before she continued. She would find him eventually, she just hoped she didn't run into anyone else during the process.

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notes: so excited for this!
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[Kenai]

He was tired. He hardly slept the past few nights due to being ever so dedicated to his duties. Yes he was a warrior and there was no war now but he had diligently scouted and patrolled the pack boundaries to ensure his pack would stay safe. After all, there was only so much training a wolf could do to stay in fighting form before it got monotonous. His head carried low as he walked, Kenai let his mind start to wander it made the time go by faster after all. The foremost thought in his mind was where she was. He hadn't seen her since that night and he was curious as to how she fared since. He knew she was in a different pack and there would be no hiding his scent on her after...well the time they spent together. Would she be punished? He had heard Airila was peaceful and hoped that they would understand.

He could still smell her, feel her fur, wait! That scent wasn't just in his head. Looking around, he wondered how much his mind was trying to trick him. But no it was undeniably her scent mixed in the with packs boundary markers. She had crossed here not long ago. 

Changing his direction to walk further in his own lands, Kenai felt the exhaustion lift from his body as he searched. The snow made it easier to follow her trail  and soon he found the end. A white female laying in the snow that held her form in its icy grasp. She looked tired, as tired as he felt. Approaching quietly, he lowered his face towards hers. "Cherokee?" He muttered gently, what was she doing here? She seemed so exhausted to have just made the trip between their packs. 

His eyes searched for signs of a serious wound that would drain her so. But he had found none. Instead his eyes riveted to the curves of her stomach, was she....? It was the only thing he could think of for why she would appear so round. Did she come to tell him? Was she rejected now that she carried an outsiders pups? Were they in fact his? So many questions bubbled forth in his mind but he refused to ask them until he was sure she was ok.


Cherokee

[Cherokee]

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Cherokee was so exhausted. She was emotionally spent and physically spent also. She wasn't used to her body giving up on her and even the short trip from Airila territory to Eden was enough to leave her out of breath and tired. Cherokee knew she couldn't rest for long though otherwise that would leave her completely vulnerable. She continued to glance around her with golden brown occuli, meanwhile she continued to pant in order to attempt to keep herself cool. She nearly jumped out of her skin however when she heard someone approaching. She scrambled up off of the ground as quickly as she could manage, her top lip curling back in warning and her hackles rising. Immediately she was prepared to defend herself but halted all of the motions at the sight of the wolf that was standing before her. Kenai! She nearly collapsed before him, her body trembling involuntarily. Cherokee? His words echoed in her mind and she couldn't help but smile broadly at him. At first it sounded like he didn't recognize her at all, but then recognition flashed across his face. Her tail thumped wildly behind her as it began to wag and she immediately crawled closer to him, her golden eyes shining all the while. Kenai. Her words were soft, but crystal clear. She inched closer to him and tried to restrain herself.. But she just couldn't handle it any longer. She collided with his chest, her head nuzzling him and her tongue reaching out to caress him beneath his muzzle. I've missed you..so much. She spoke meanwhile tears began to threaten to spill from her orbs.

Cherokee didn't even know if that night had been as special for him as it had been for her. Harlot had told her plenty of times that males didn't care about emotions, all they wanted was the physical release. Perhaps that was how Kenai was too but Cherokee just didn't get that vibe from him. He had been incredibly gentle and loving during their moments together- he hadn't rushed things and had been content to stay the night with her. Cherokee couldn't believe that he was that kind of wolf. She leaned into him, inhaling his scent and exhaling it slowly. She wanted to stay here forever, with him. I don't know if you can tell..but.. We're going to be parents. She broke the ice quickly and efficiently. Did he trust her? Did he believe her? She hadn't been with anyone before him nor after him. She was praying that he accepted their fate, she wanted him too with everything within her. She retracted a bit so she could make eye contact with him, her eyes glistening as she waited for him to speak. She was hoping that she hadn't stunned him into silence but only time would reassure her that she hadn't.

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notes: she is so happy to see him! <3
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[Kenai]

He didn't really know what he should have expected. After all, he had no experience in this aspect of life. Everything was new and he just had to go along with what he felt was right. Seeing her brought a rush of emotions that he had only felt once before and that was the night they met. She opened up his heart the way no one else had.

Before he knew it, she was pressed up against him and entwining her fur with his. He had no words to express how happy he was to see her again and could only press his face into that soft white pelt and breathe in her scent. The next words out of her mouth swelled hie heart. He would be a father. It was something he always thought about, he wanted a family so much. Times passing made him wonder if he was doomed to never realize that dream. 

Pulling his face back, he looked down at her and smiled softly. Calm on the outside but a explosion of joy on the inside. "They will be the most precious pups ever to walk the earth." He whispered in her ear. Already he tried to picture what they would look like, act like, which parent would they favor in looks and demeanor. Endless combinations that intrigued his imagination. But...

"Cherokee, Darling, how shall we raise them?" He wanted to be a part of their lives, not some shadowy figure in their minds that they didn't know and didn't know them. He hated that his practical side had to show up right now. He wanted to relish the fact he helped create life. "I will be there for them and you. Even if your pack disapproves of my influence on them, I want to know them." He wasn't sure at all how her pack felt about it, but he was resolved to carry out his fatherly duties. 


Cherokee
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Cherokee counted the seconds as they went past, her nerves practically bubbling over. She truthfully wasn't sure how Kenai would react to being a father. He hadn't seen her for quite some time, perhaps he would have some reservations and doubts. She was hoping that he didn't doubt her, she had only ever been with him. But she knew in the back of her mind that that could be a possibility. They will be the most precious pups ever to walk the earth. Cherokee had to pull herself away from his body then in order to look at his face. She had to catch his reaction on his face as she was thoroughly shocked at what he had said. Your..okay? She asked him quietly, more so curious at the fact that he hadn't blown up on her. She was expecting him to scold her, to declare war. But the fact that he was completely understanding and genuine made her all the more happy. She was worried that his character would change once finding out he would be a father but the fact that he hadn't made her overjoyed. Her heart felt like it was soaring, she was on cloud nine. Cherokee, Darling, how shall we raise them? Worry creased her brow then, she had not necessarily though about how she would be raising the pups. She of course did not want to raise them on her own, but she simply couldn't leave Airila either.

What do you suggest? I haven't really considered it yet.. I wanted to make sure you were okay first. She spoke honestly. She didn't want to get fully excited about being pregnant until she spoke to Kenai first. After all it was an immensely big deal. She wanted him to play a crucial part in their pup's lives, and if he hadn't been okay she knew that her heart would have been broken. This was a big game changer here. His reaction would determine whether she would want to remain with him for the rest of her life! So far everything was going well- well enough for her not to have any doubts about she and Kenai's relationship. I will be there for them and you. Even if your pack disapproves of my influence on them, I want to know them. Her heart fluttered at his words and she beamed up at him. I'm so glad you feel that way. I want them to know you.. I want us to be a family. She spoke quietly before leaning forward back against his chest once again. She inhaled his scent and rubbed her head against him as she nuzzled him. This was where she wanted to stay, forever. She didn't want to leave him, didn't want to be separated from him. But for now that was where their fates lied. You should come stay with me for a bit.. I'm certain the pups will be coming soon, especially after all this traveling I've been doing. She giggled then before licking his cheek, just so pleased to be near him again.

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notes: they're so cute! *cries*
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[Kenai]

She seemed surprised by his reaction, but he couldn't at first figure out why until it hit him. Many males would revolt at the idea of being a father, a kind of mentality he couldn't fathom yet he knew it existed. They wanted the physical release and nothing more, even refusing to deal with the lives that often were a result of such a union. It was cruel really.

However, he was no such male. He valued family highly and this was a dream come true. A female he loved and carried his children. What could be better. "I'm more than alright, Cherokee." He promised and nuzzled right behind her ear gently.

Seeming as lost as he was regarding how they would be raised, Kenai looked off at the snow covered ground as if he was searching for inspiration. "A family split will be hard. Yet we both have responsibilities to our respective packs." It was so complicated but they would figure it out. "I don't know how you feel about it, but what if we both raised the children? I take one or two here and you keep a couple with you,  but we would need to stay as united as possible. Family is above all for pups and they will need the foundation." He lowered his head to hers once again. "But only of you are ok with that idea. I won't pressure you to part from them if you'd rather I simply visit when I can."

The proposal that he come stay with her was tantalizing. "I would not miss their birth for anything. I'll have to put a few things in order first before I can come away with you. I can't abandon my responsibilities." That deep driven resolve to be a dependable male went into every aspect of his life. Hopefully she could understand that.

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[Cherokee]

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She had been initially nervous when she had told Kenai, and was unsure of how he would react. Deep down she knew that he was not like most other males, she had really lucked out with him. He had always been sweet and kind. He had a caring side to him that not a whole lot of wolves possessed and that was one of the things she loved most about him. But he was also fiercely protective and she knew if he approved of their children he would protect them to the best of his ability. I'm more than alright, Cherokee. A family split will be hard. Yet we both have responsibilities to our respective packs. I don't know how you feel about it, but what if we both raised the children? I take one or two here and you keep a couple with you, but we would need to stay as united as possible. Family is above all for pups and they will need the foundation. Her eyes shone when she heard him speak. Up until this point in time she hadn't let herself think about raising the pups. She knew that she and Kenai being in different packs would pose an issue, but she didn't want to let herself worry about it. She didn't want it to ruin the amazing feelings she was experiencing and the happiness she was having with this pregnancy. But Kenai's idea wasn't a bad one. What if he took some of the pups and she kept the others? I think that is a wonderful idea Kenai. She spoke truthfully, her tail wagging gently at the prospect of the idea.

I would not miss their birth for anything. I'll have to put a few things in order first before I can come away with you. I can't abandon my responsibilities. She nodded her head, she was proud of him. He was keeping a level head and still managing to juggle both his responsibilities to Eden and his responsibilities to her. She gave him a shy smile before speaking, You really don't know how much I am in love with you.. She practically whispered the words but then she leaned into him, inhaling his scent and brushing her muzzle against his chest. She wanted to stay in this moment forever with him and that was when she knew that she didn't want to part with him. What if.. I came to live with you..eventually? She posed the question, her golden brown orbs locking with his orange ones as she waited for his reaction.

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notes: I love these two <3
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[Kenai]

He waited to hear what she would think of it. It was scary of course to have to separate them should she agree. But it made sense to him if he was to be a part of their lives as much as he could. So many males were happy to let the female take all the responsibility of raising the young but he couldn't stomach the idea he own children wouldn't know him. After all he had some experience. Four pups used to play at his feet, well three and one was content to watch. Kenai had helped alongside Sydas to teach Kismet and Inaya's children while they were alive. Having his own pups would be much the same. So he thoguth anyway. Part of him wondered if his pups would remind him of Kismet's children. Would they look a like? Act similar? Time itself would show him. 

A smile crossed his creamy muzzle as she accepted his proposal. Was he nervous about being a father? Of course he was. But excitement was more powerful. She whispered sweet words of love and he chuckled softly as he nuzzled her back. "I'd like to spend quite a bit of time in learning more about that love." The rest of his life to be specific, but that just sounded corny and he wanted to let her know he was serious. "You'll be an excellent mother. I'll do my best as a father. After all I think we make a very good team." He smiled again, letting the glow of his eyes tell her what his tongue refused to say. After all he was a serious male and spouting flowery words was something he certainly wasn't used to. 

Thick furred ears pricked forward excitedly, "You would do that?" He looked at her hopefully. It would be a big decision to leave her home for him and come to where she knew hardly anyone. "That would be wonderful! But I agree it should be made at the proper time. Our superiors surely will have something to say about it." Once again, he reverted to business, something hard for him to shake. He must find Thanatos and explain, the Alpha and he seemed to not cross paths lately these days but Kenai wished to smooth things out. there were rules about mates, but he never asked about them since he was convinced he would be alone forever. But now the game had changed. Not wishing to put Cherokee into any trouble, Kenai wanted to see to it personally and quickly.

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