NPC's: Camilla Trovato (Teo's little sister, yearling) / Carissa (Teo's pet Raccoon, yearling)
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Ever since he'd made that promise to Gemma, he'd been by her side ever since. He'd refused to let her go back to the den she shared with Giuseppe, dragging her to his own den (knowing Alaki wouldn't be home) to grab Camilla and Carissa and then taking shelter for the night in a guest room. Cami had been confused, even a bit scared of the sudden change, but reluctantly, she'd agreed to follow her brother to whatever pack he led them to. Teo left a note for Alaki and that was the end of it.
The only one he could think of was AniWaya. Their war was over and they could use the extra helping hands with repairs and rehabilitation for many of the abused and frightened victims of the tyrant chief's reign. He was known there by a few members, whether they remained or not, and he knew the basics of the territory and how to get there. He knew they'd be welcomed there if they were in better times now. Hopefully they could come to call it home.
With his sister, pet and new court in tow, the albino headed out into the cool early morning. He'd helped Gemma into some warm clothes and reassured her when she hesitated, though he felt a sick sense of wrong in his actions as it were.
This wasn't divorce. This was abandonment. He'd made a vow to Alaki and now, he was breaking them.
Still, Gemma needed him more. He couldn't turn back now. It was already too late for that.
It was already high noon by the time the small family made it to the borders of AniWaya. Teo brought them to a stop and waited a moment, glancing around. ...this is it. Our new home. He murmured, glancing back at Gemma with a weary smile. AniWaya's a good place. I'm sure we'll find a place with them.
Camilla, tired and upset, moved to lean against her would-be sister-in-law. She muttered something about being okay with anything, as long as it had a bed and warm food involved, but otherwise kept silent.
Teo hummed in understanding, then turned and sighed, glancing around again and then shaking away his blues. With a deep breath, the albino tossed his head back in a long howl, summoning for someone to greet them, to hopefully welcome them into their new home.
