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Feel free to skip over Hotaru if you feel it is necessary.
Just as she had expected, Dara's story was not a happy one. Although, the grey woman was secretly happy that Dara had decided to trust Hotaru with the tale. The older wolf stood and listened politely as Dara talked about herself and her unfortunate family. It was clear to Hotaru that Dara was young, her voice still held a puppy like tone although her words told wisdom beyond her years. However, Hotaru never expected Dara to be only a year old. The realization took the older wolf back a bit as she thought about how the older puppy could be integrated into the pack. To be alone at such a tender age was never fun, and it must be very intimidating for her to face such an outwardly confident and dominant wolf like Hotaru.
When Dara talked about her sexuality, Hotaru's mind drifted towards Light. A small frown touched her lips as she thought about the hunter. Hotaru quickly dismissed the thoughts and the young wolf's concerns with a wave of her hand. "You sexuality is of no consequence or concern. All that matters to me is your character, which you have definitely shown. You are very brave to travel by yourself at such a young age and..." Hotaru stopped, her ear's flicking to the side as she listened to approaching footsteps. Darn the mud, it was difficult to make out who the stride belonged to. However, the Capitana's smell soon reached her nose and Hotaru relaxed a little.
The blind wolf did not see Skye's bow, however Hotaru out of respect inclined her head when the leader greeted her. "Good Morning Skye." Once again, the grey wolf's thoughts turned to custom and procedure. Should she introduce the longer, should she step back and be quite, or should she leave? Once again, the decision was made for her when Dara answered Skye's question. Hotaru nodded her head before saying. "Skye, may I introduce Dara Silver Moon, a young linguist. Dara, this is the pack's Capitana Skye." Skye was one of the few wolves that Hotaru held in high regard. It wasn't that she looked down her nose at every other canine, in fact she tried her best to be polite to others. Hotaru just felt like the young leader deserved her respect and admiration, something the blind wolf did not often give out.
With her piece said, Hotaru stepped back to allow the process to move smoothly and efficiently.
Quote by: Maurice Freehill
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