red and tan wolf pulled his brother into a hug. “Goodbye brother. I wish you the best of luck.” Tier parted, walking up to the biggest sibling. “Dante, you’ve changed since I’ve last saw you, you seem, different. More open and happy.” Dante blushed a little under his fur.

“Shh, I know but-,” Tier could only chuckle. “Its ok big guy you don’t have to be ashamed, you are who you are, but we’ll love yah no matter what.” Tier winked. “Aniu, is there anything I can-,” the red and tan wolf was interrupted by a tight squeeze from his sister. “you don’t have to say anything brother, I’ll miss you dearly. You know that.” getting the picture, but unable to speak, he blurted out a gag, signaling his sister that she was hugging too tightly. She released him from her grasped and apologized for her ‘strength’, blaming only her emotions and having get the better of her. Tier didn’t blame her. “Nuk, Yuk, Sumac, keep practicing on that grammar of yours, My ma’s a great teacher.” the three Russian wolves nodded in response. “Pop, take good care of ma for me will yah?” Tier wrapped his head around his fathers neck. “Always have son. I’m proud of you for coming back to say one last goodbye.” finally when he reached his aleu

“Mom, I’m going to miss you the most of all.” Aleu could only break into tears, snuggling into her sons chest. “You’ll be a great leader Tier, I’ll always be with you in spirit no matter where you go, may the spirits help guide you on the right path.” now she was starting to sound more like a shaman. “and don’t forget, I’ll always be your baby.” he kissed his mother on the cheek. “Nope. No more baby, you’re full grown. Look how much you’ve grown. I can’t be like my father and baby you all the time. But like him, its my turn to let go, and let you walk your own path.” she smiled brightly. “But if you insist-,” Tier chuckled, and the chuckle became a laugh, giving his mother one last kiss.

The goodbye’s were said, and the hugs were given. Tier marched on, finally putting everything behind him. Journeying on to his destiny.