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From lioden flavor text: You were napping, but some movement caught your attention. Kenzie was coming towards you with a gerbil snack, but then she stopped. Walked away. Came back. Now she looks like she wanted to bolt. You closed your eyes and pretended to be asleep still, and she finally delivered her gift to you.
My bio for her:
Deeks's beloved
Kenzie came padding into Iberar's den, looking for the winged lioness.
"Sweetheart," kenzie begins gently
"I know. Are you sure?" Iberar choked out. She knew it was coming soon.
"Take me home, I think it's time I rejoin my beloved." Kenz whispers with a small smile.
Kenzie and Iberar walked into the middle of the circle of lions waiting for them in the middle of the pridelands. Kenzie gave a warm smile while seeing everyone who loved her surrounding them.
"I have lived a long and good life. I remember beginning this pride with Deeks. It was just us, and then quickly grew. Then Deeks left us, and Iberar took over. If only he could be here now to see how far you all have come," Kenzie's voice broke as she turned to Iberar. "I know it took me a while to forgive you for something that wasnt your fault. But you have done SO well. I know he's proud of you." She paused, resting her forehead against the Queen's. "So am I. I know you'll take good care of this pride, and I'm ready to go home." She turns to the pride members, "Don't be sad, my dears. I'm old, and am so, so ready to be back with Deeks. I'm sure he's annoyed the hell out of Iberar waiting for me" She chuckled while wiping the tears of a cub standing near her.
"Lay down, it'll be easier." Iberar sniffles as the old lioness curls up in the nest of soft leaves and feathers the pride had gathered for her. Once Kenzie was comfortable, Iberar rested her forehead against hers.
Kenzie's eyes closed briefly, and then she stood. It was easier now, nothing cracked or got stuck as she rose from her nest.
"Wow, I can see you without the blur" the lioness joked.
Iberar gave a pained smile in return, "Are you ready? Only I can see you, so it's best to leave and let them grieve," she stopped kenzie from approaching the others.
The first bit of the journey was slow, the lionesses travelled in a heavy silence.
"I really am sorry. You didn't deserve my anger or resentment for all of those years," Kenzie finally broke the silence. "I am older now, and wise enough to know that I do not know everything. He saw greatness in you, and he knew what he was doing when he promised his life for yours." She stopped, turning to a still silent Iberar. "I am not asking for your forgiveness, as a child should not have to forgive...an adult. For something like that. But I do want you to know that I am sorry, and I am so proud of what you have achieved."
Iberar closed her eyes and sighed deeply while taking in the Lioness's apology. "You were angry, and you wanted someone to blame besides him. I get it. I'm glad to know I've proven my worth" Iberar mumbled bitterly. "You're right, it's not the job of the cub to have to forgive their mother for what she has done. I grew and raised the pride with the strength given to me by him. I was driven to do better because of your doubt but make no mistake," she stopped, turning to face Kenzie, her otherworldly gaze piercing the whisper, "I am what I am today because of who I am and who I wanted to be, you had no part in making me this way."
Iberar picked up the pace again and didn't wait up for her companion. Kenzie was not suprised in the Queen's harsh words, and soon was by her side once more.
They eventually reached the Celestial Realm, and sure enough, a deep voice called Iberar's name.
"Ibe! Still no-" Deeks stopped, his smile fading quickly. He looked at the whisper next to his daughter and recognized her after a moment. "Oh, my love. I have waited every day for you to return to me," Deeks whispered with a sad smile, before nuzzling his mate.
Kenzie couldnt stop her tears from flowing as she rubbed her head against her beloved. He was here with her at last. They were home in eachother's arms once again.
Iberar bowed her head before leaving the lovers in their embrace, happy to see the two reunited after so long.
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