#baronyofthesilverwolf

"Indeed." He nods to Gladiola. "Report back on how the dogs do. I have no doubts of their prowess, and this may be a blessing in disguise. Word will spread, and folk will remember - if we are lucky - not how Silverwolf called for aid, but how Silverwolf had aid brought, and how our fae hounds protect, rescue, and track."

"I won't fail Silverrwolf" the knight says and goes to gather the dogs

nadeen makes a note "She's over due on her brag. Bet she hopes I forgot"

A hidden smile. “Let it wait. Fate willing, she will add more to it this day.”

it is returned "I had considered that myself"

A small frown. "Marigold will dislike it, but I must bring the pups into the manor. Mischka is needed, and they should not be alone in the storm."

Bluebell sticks her head in! "DID YOU SAY, BABIES?!"

"YES , Bluebell, prepare for puppy kisses" Nadeen warns her "It's perilous"

"Oh, the perilous peril. I must withstand it. Julius will be thrilled to share the bed." A wickedly gleeful grin, and she is off!

"You are forbidden to fall in love with any of tthem. some will be claimed" Firm

"Oh, certainly NOT." Bluebell sounds firm. "The problem with puppies is they grow into horrible slavering hounds of the hunt. But now, for a short while, they are still small, and sweet."

"And then they get big and you're the sweet one?" Blossom chimes "nom?" perhaps she shouldn't emulate Briar

Bluebell's ears wilt a little. "Too true, too true." She does not visit the kennels often... the mews rarer still... and the sheds where hides are tanned and hung and stretched? Never.

"Blossom, be kind," Nadeen says then she gives Blue bell a hug "Enjoy them while they are small then"

"I shall spoil them rotten, for a few days. Perhaps they will grow up without a taste for Easter bunnies." A grateful smile to Nadeen, and an aside, not directly to Blossom, "Easter IS coming soon. I wonder if all children will receive baskets of joy, or just the kind ones?"

At that, she slips out!

Bloosom MMMMPHS

"Blossom, tell me. How do you feel you can help in this situation?"

"Oh..well, I put blankets on the ayrie to keep the cold out.." She says "But was thinking of a space heater?"

"A good idea." He praises her. "See that it is done, but take care that it is set up safely, and not so close that any may overheat."

"Rigght away, Baron" She hops to it. Vainn she maybe, but she takes pride in her work

He smiles over to Nadeen. "Our hold may be small, but we have the finest people."

"We should look in on our mortal kin as well. Danica? She may visit under the guise of wellness checks for the Community."

"Yes, we do" And a nod "I'll make sure Flo is here tonight, her ad her son. Safer. "

"Nadeen - I had thought to deed each of our folk a guardian hound to keep them safe. Your Flo, Art's people, and Thistle's family. What do you think? Clearly having learned something of speaking to his better half before announcing changes.

She fights the urge to say 'whatever you think is best dear'.. because she realizes he IS learning "Well, ah, do we have enough dogs for that? "

"We do. By your leave, I will take care of it, and see that any mortal concerns regarding, ah..." His nose wrinkles in distates, " 'Pets', are handled as well."

"I just... those are going to be a lot of Dog. Even if they take after their father"

"All the better to guard them. I will not have any of our own threatened again. ...plus, we need to keep enough in the area for a future generation. The kennels has room, true, but better they serve their purpose, and not simply be waiting around as though they are only meant as genetic reservoirs."

"I yield to your expertise love, and.. your fierce protective nature to our own. May I suggest Gladiola give lessons in proper dog handlinng?"

"Indeed." He smiles.

"Have you heard from River Vale? Are they weathering the storm well?"

"I haven't called..." a flash of worry then "Sylvi will be concerned, and Hearh Kerri. I'll text them tonight"

"It is... it would be difficult for me to send assistance to Bergen directly, but I know that those who have answered the call, will see to all along the trodways, north and south."

"We focus on the trrods here to help Olgar, though I've rarely known the Rover to need help. He's ...juggerrnnaut on the Silver. he's fought the echoes of gods and won. But we'll help him, or Dame Gladiola will ..and all will be fine"

He nods. "A strong warrior, and one that all that use the trods are lucky and grateful to have."

"The Chiefain far prefers them to Balor's Warriors for trod protection" A proud look "Of couse we have our dogs which you shall demonstrate vicriously. I.. thik you were right earlier. This may shine well on us yet"

"I wonder. The Rovers may well benefit from guardian hounds as companions and partners along the way. Such would be quite a coup for Silverwolf to land an agreement to provide for..."

"Perhraps even an Exclusivee contract in the apples kingdom?" Oh she dreams bigg

A smile. "Rivervale has claimed a pup. I think... I no longer mind the expense."

A delighted laugh

"Shall we retire for the night? It will be a busy day to follow."

"No, as delightful as that sounds." He shakes his head, changing his mind. " I will stay up for a time, and make a few more calls. We must check in with our people. If you will watch over the Bale? Perhaps you may calm the weather some."

"yes" She nods "I was thinking of the latter earlier and should commit" She kisses him with surprising heat "But think how you and I will celebrate Imbolc night" then she slides away

He watches her go, a fire kindled in his heart. It keeps him warm throughout the long, cold night.

(scene!)