Hello! For future reference, you can always edit your posts once they've been made if you click "edit" at the bottom of the post Also the weather follows the actual current weather in Nova Scotia for the moment, which is still in the 50 degree range, so there would be no snow. You also might want to run your posts through a word processor to catch spelling errors and missing capitalization ^^ 300+

The Commander had found an old rocking chair up in one of the unused rooms of the mansion and had carried it down the stairs and out to the front porch with some effort. Fall had just begun, but she knew that she couldn't count on the temperatures staying pleasant for long, at least not for her Mediterranean taste. Soon the slight chill in the air would become more than just a chill and it would be wholly unpleasant to be out in the open. Savina wanted to soak up as much as the nice weather as she could while continuing with her little project to knit scarves for her children to keep them warm in the frigid months. Knitting was difficult, but was becoming easier each time she picked up the needles and yarn. Hopefully she would become competent enough to knit things for the pack's other children as well.

A howl sounded in the air and the knitting needles paused in her hands. The voice wasn't familiar which meant it was likely someone from another pack seeking an audience or someone seeking a home. With a soft sigh Savina rose and carefully set her project down on the seat of the chair. She had hoped she wouldn't be interrupted, but such was the life of a leader. The raven colored fey left the manor behind her and made her way to the borders where the call had originated. It didn't take long to track the female down and as she approached her usual soft smile morphed her features. Despite her kind expression, her tail was held high even in her optime form to display her rank to the newcomer. "You have reached the lands that belong to Crimson Dreams, and I am its Commander Savina Marino. Is there something I can help you with?" she asked evenly.

It means 300 words. Crimson Dreams has a pack game where once a thread is finished you can turn in your word counts for points towards prizes! You can take a look at it in our ranks/game topic

As soon as her scent was caught by the other female she immediately took on a more submissive posture. Savina stood before her and saw her take a peek up at her. It was a little awkward at times, interacting with someone when you were in a completely different form than they were. It wasn't so bad with friends, but it was especially odd when it was someone you were meeting for the first time. Still, Savina wouldn't shift down to her four legged form just to talk to this newcomer. For one it would put her in a vulnerable position for a moment and even though she didn't sense any hostility from the woman one could never be too careful around a stranger. The difference would just have to be dealt with.

The woman, Kaylee, introduced herself and spoke her intentions before stepping back and taking a seat. Savina's calm and welcoming demeanor stayed in place, her emerald eyes watching the other wolf curiously. "It is good to meet you Kaylee. Our borders are open to new members, but I must ask what it is that you can offer us in return for membership." Kaylee seemed well versed in border protocol, so likely she knew that when it came to being a part of a pack every member was expected to contribute in some way or another. It didn't have to be anything extravagant though, hunting skill was enough to please the Commander.

She knew that their difference in forms could probably come off as a little intimidating, so she did her best to make all her body language calm and open without completely letting down that sense of authority. Respect was important, but Savina had no interest in scaring anyone who was kind and just looking for a home. The Commander could be quite a force to reckon with when someone roused her anger, but that only happened at grave offenses and Kaylee had done absolutely nothing wrong. She was showing all due respect and her speech was polite.

The Italian fey listened with interest as the newcomer listed off the skills that she possessed that could be of use to a pack. They were more than satisfactory, especially about her being good with pups. Crimson Dreams was almost never lacking in pups, and at the moment that had more than just a few small paws running about. "All of those skills could be of good use. We are a large pack and have many mouths to feed, including many young pups. With winter on its way we can use as much food as can be gotten." Their food stores were in a good shape as of now, but it hardly hurt to be over prepared.

"Well Kaylee, I don't see any reason why you shouldn't be allowed into the pack. Welcome to Crimson Dreams. You'll start out at the rank of Basic Officer," she said with a broadening smile. "Most of us live in the mansion that isn't too far from here, but you're welcome to set up a den wherever you wish in the territory." Savina couldn't guess what the girl's preference was and she didn't mind either way.

No problem! I'm here to help!

At first the girl didn't seem to hear what had been said correctly, and then she looked to her with surprise evident in her voice. That shock soon evolved into unrestrained excitement though as she expressed her gratitude and ran about joyfully before calming herself once more. Savina couldn't help but to issue a good natured chuckle at Kaylee's excitement; it was one of the most rewarding moments of her job. "You are quite welcome, and no need to be sorry. I would be surprised if you weren't so excited," she replied kindly. She would much rather let someone into the pack that was open about expressing their emotions than someone who bottled it all up.

Despite her attempt to contain her joyous energy, Kaylee was soon up and moving again, tail waving happily behind her. "Oh yes, there are many trees around the mansion, and a large lake nearby too. There's even some apple trees right by the house." Savina had never taken much interest in the fruit that the trees bore, but they were very pretty. Her second-in-command was much more knowledgeable about the flora of the area. "Do not worry about babbling, I don't mind at all." The mother was used to answering bombardments of questions from her children, so she was used to such things, and patient besides.

"You are welcome. I am glad that I can give you that chance," she said sincerely. When she had come to these lands she had gotten her own second chance. Savina couldn't deny that to anyone else.