WILL THIS PHASE EVER END // (open?) breakup

[wormwood.]

ANGEL ❝ AURUM ❞ TANGLEWOOD

To be honest, Aurum probably would've been shocked if he had heard that Vigenere wasn't exactly one for big groups with strict rules – or "strict," as it were. Even if the smaller feline hadn't been leader for long, the angel had grown used to Vig's serious nature, figuring that the other had always had a sense of leadership within him. After all, with their first true conversation longer than a few minutes, the lion had learned a great deal about Vigenere's old life, and his nature. He had figured that loss would drive Vig to want structure even more than ever, considering it seemed as though the other's brother was a champion of all things chaotic. Either way, Aurum was more than happy with Vigenere's leadership so far. Even if the other hadn't thought he would end up in his current position, the lion thought he was doing a great job, and he hoped that the other would remain leader for quite a long while. He didn't want to imply that Morgan or Leroy had betrayed Tanglewood by leaving, but it had certainly stung to learn that the canine had left without so much as a goodbye to anybody but Vigenere. And that was only to have the other take over leadership.

With his tail flicking behind him, Aurum found himself letting out a soft surprised noise when Vig explained what had gone down. With his eyes a little wide, the angel rumbled sympathetically, "Oh, you broke up with Morgan? I'm sorry to hear that... even if the reasoning for it makes sense." Vigenere's logic was pretty damn sound, especially considering the aspect of Alan bouncing back and forth between the two of them. Although the lion found himself still curious, his head cocking to one side before he continued, "Your son, though... Alan. Is he still going to be around at all? I don't think that Morgan wouldn't allow you to see him, I just know how difficult it can be going back and forth." He hadn't seen Alan in quite some time, even before he had been snatched by the hyenas, so the male found himself slightly worried. Was Alan still alright? Then again, it wouldn't have surprised Aurum if Alan had felt conflicted, especially with his parents breaking up. Even if they were on good terms, it could sometimes still feel like one had to choose sides.

BUT SINCE IT FALLS UNTO MY LOT
THAT I SHOULD RISE AND YOU SHOULD NOT

— Reggan