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Tahni was at a loss, though at the same time he was hopeful for the prides future. So much was devastated by the heavy winds and rains and so many lives were lost to the unknown. Were any of his family members that were missing ever going to return? He didn't know. Giving a heavy sigh he cleared his mind of all negativity. He would not dwell on that now.

He had other members of the pride to look after.

Inhailing deeply he exhailed a much needed breath and then looked around. Where to start first, the cleaning efforts were already underway so hopefully they'd have most of everything rebuilt in no time. They had new leaders in place and more importantly life was thriving despite the destruction. What more could he ask for?

He did have to say that the storm had put a perspective on his life now and he realized he wasn't getting any younger. He hadn't thought to focus on a family before all this but after the tragedies that had struck he realized life was precious indeed and he wasn't about to let that slip through his paws.

When a voice spoke in greeting he gave a bow of his head and turned to greet her in return. "Oel ngati kameie, ma tsmukan." He had seen her before, though had never actually spoken to her. She had been in the pride for some time now, at least since he was young. She still shone in the darkness like a guiding light.

He smiled. "Have you been fairing well?" It was a common question he asked everyone these days, the storm had taken quite a toll on so many and he knew there wasn't a single soul that was left untouched by the destruction. Each was affected differently and some more severely than others. He tried his best to appear welcoming and empathetic, not that he had to try hard to do that.

"I'm sure the great mother is watching over everyone. Maybe she'll even return a few of them to us." He said hope in his voice and expression. Emotionally he was drained but he tried not to let it on, there were plenty of reasons for him to remain strong through all of this. Especially if it menat helping others in his midst.

"I am as well as I can be given the circumstances." His family was a huge part of the pride, as most knew so the fact the leaders were gone was a huge blow, at least they had Sylwanin taking lead. He was certain she'd do the pride some good before a new Matriarch and Patriarch were established. "I'm Ua'Tahni, I don't believe we've ever spoken before now."

It was common for members to never cross paths in their lifetimes, however he was pleased the mother had decided to give them the opportunity. "You have a beautiful name Ru. Most call me Tahni for short as well." He hadn't realized he never gave her his nickname. Not that it was much of one.

"I'm quite certain this is something we can find for you to help with, is there anything in particular you thought about doing to help?" He asked her curiously. He had been gathering stuff here and there but hadn't dared to even start on the tree itself yet. While it had help up considerably well a lot of the outer branches had been demolished. "Hometree definitely needs some work." He commented, not really meaning it towards her, just a general statement. "Perhaps we can start there?" He suggested.

"Let's go gather a few things I have set aside for the task and then head that way." He offered when she mentioned it would be the best place to start. "Once we have that we should be good to go." Smiling he lead her to where he had a few things that would be helpful to their task.