For a girl that was tortured mercilessly from Fate one would think that she deserved every single cruel thing inflicted upon her. It didn't matter what terrible onslaught she suffered from, the poor girl accepted it and dealt with it as best as she could. It wasn't easy, but she endured without any complaints. She accepted it all, believing she deserved it for whatever reason unbeknownst to her. Raven hardly asked for anything from anyone. It wasn't that she didn't believe in asking for something rather there wasn't much she wanted to ask for her, she didn't think it was her place. If she could ask, if she had needs and wants she knew exactly what they were. To some it didn't mean much, but for her, what she wanted meant everything. The modest woman only wanted to be accepted as she was and to be loved for who she was. Tobias had showed her in more ways than one just how much she meant to him, both his sides did in their own special way. It was Tetradore that she was uncertain about. In no way did she think the man hated her. He never showed he did. When he attacked Frost that night he brought her broken she assumed the panther was just protecting his own. She was his pack member and she didn't think she was anything else. Until the night he called her 'sister-in-law' did she feel like she was a part of his family. She appreciated this getaway play date, more than he may ever know.

It did not go unnoticed when she brought back the armadillo how he held himself. No longer was he relaxed. He looked rather tense. This blissful moment was at a close and it reminded the lupine that they would have to return to the Ark. There was nothing wrong with their home. She just wanted to be a little bit selfish and stay with her Alpha and play with him. He was far too busy spending his time with everyone. It didn't bother her much when he would spend time with her mate, with his Sister, or with his girlfriend. She understood where her place was and she wasn't going to do anything that would imply that she was not a good member in his pack. It would be wrong of her to want to steal whatever time he had with his Sister and his nephews or with his girlfriend. Of course she would never do anything to separate her mate from Tetradore's side. There were times when it hurt when he didn't have time for her, but at the end of the day she was entirely grateful for him and what he provided her â€" a safe home, his protection, and more importantly his acceptance. As she batted the armadillo towards him she was delighted when he batted it back her way, easily pouncing upon the poor critter. Gently she would get up and tap the critter back towards the tall grasses so that it could finally get away.

When she heard her Alpha's sadden voice, she looked over and whined softly. She did not want him to feel sad. There was no need to feel such an emotion. This was a happy moment and it didn't need to be ruined. She had never heard him call her any other name before, and she couldn't help, but feel all warm and fuzzy. 'Little Bird,' how cute. Slowly she took a few steps towards him happy to hear that he would play with her again. She didn't know when it would be, but she was elated that he would want to play with her again! She would stop and stand there as he made his approach, tilting her dial to the side as he lowered his. As he brushed his maw against her cheek, sliding it down her neck and along her side, she easily pressed her body against his own, understanding this feline affectionate touch. After all Tobias had done this to her plenty of times to teach her the proper cat customs. As her panther came up her other side she quickly pressed her dial into the side of his neck and up to the crook underneath his chin, gently rubbing her dial in an affectionate manner. As the shadows began to swirl around them and take them back to the Ark, she remained still, leaning her frame into his. As they made it back at the top of the Ark near their bedrooms, she looked around noticing they were alone once more. The Ark was closed for the night and the staff were in bed. She had no idea where Tobias would be, mentally preparing to answer his questions as to why she was not there to congratulate him on one of his winning matches. For a moment she stayed within Tetradore's side, breathing in his scent, as she nuzzled him gently, her voice gently pressing into his own mind.

"Thank you for everything Tetty. You have no idea how much I appreciate it. I can't wait to play with you again, maybe next time I can win."

And with that she slowly uncurled herself from his side, her tail lazily wagging behind her before she turned around to head back to her bedroom tired from their playful evening together.

Raven Clocksworth.