With the cold brings change

[Synistergrrl]

~The sun was slowly rising after the night of the largest full moon anyone had seen in awhile. It'd hung large and slightly reddish in hue, a wolf's moon. It'd been a wild night, one full of lots of howling wolves. And when it was coming to an end everyone seemed happily exhausted, returning home to fall into bed. Or so it seemed.~

~Areyn had been waiting for this moment. His pack gathered around him and moved, most still in their fur, up to wards the trailers. Areyn turned to look over his pack, his dark eyes leveling on Roland. He didn't even have to speak, Roland knew his job. The whole pack knew what this meant. So Roland moved forward, a small group of wolves following him and the rest of the pack help it's breath. Areyn snarled and nodded to wards the trailers.~

~Cain, Breaker, Hawk and Ennis stalked in behind Roland. Slipping into Jesse's trailer, they all but disappeared into it's depths. The silence, it seemed to drag on and on, but then they emerged. Roland had a hold of Nicky, dragging him out by that long dark hair and Kylan was being drug out by Cain, Break and Hawk. They two were slung to the ground before Areyn. As Nicky looked up at Areyn, the Alpha threw back his head and let forth a loud howl that would rouse the others out of their beds.~

~Fox stood just off to the side looking almost disgusted. There was nothing he could do at this point. But to watch and be so impotent was making the wolf in him pace. He could feel the twin's presence near him and he took a step back into them. He'd need them to keep him calm so he didn't do anything stupid. The guilt of this, of Nicky's blood was already raining down on Fox's head. He was suddenly wishing they'd never come here. He was suddenly willing to give up his own freedom to save Jesse's pack.~

~Storm was near Ghost, Winter, Saint and Mab. He watched with detachment. There was no point in getting upset, not now. They had to hope that Fox had managed to save the rest. They had to hope that Jesse and Jack weren't stupid enough to try and fight, they they were smart enough to know when to submit. This was their chance. If this failed, well, they might as well give up and accept they are damned to this hellish pack forever.~

~Harley was one of the first to stumble out of the trailer and his eyes were wide as he saw Nicky and Kylan. But he was suddenly being blocked as Skip followed with Jesse and Israel right behind. Israel's eyes went wide at seeing Nicky and Kylan on the ground. And something in him clicked. This was it, this was the bad thing that was coming. They were going to kill them all. He instantly looked to the other trailer to watch Cris and David step out. Cris' growl could be heard from there. His body went in front of David's and his head lowered in aggression. But he'd not seen Nicky, not right away. Not until he drew closer and then his body went a bit rigid and the shock ate over his face.~

~Jack stepped onto the front porch with Henry beside him. He surveyed what was going on, saw the two large wolves waiting outside for him. And that the rest of the pack was getting the same treatment. Glancing to Henry, he growled.~

Go back inside, Henry....

~Those green eyes were demanding to the vampire. He wasn't asking him, he was telling him. Then his gaze danced over the other pack, falling on Mab and then Desi. His jaw clenched as the set up really came to life and the anger that rolled through Jack was palpable. Henry would see that roll of his spine as the wolf demanded he shift. This was very very bad.~

~Winter stood between Saint and Ghost. He looked over the group but his eyes went mainly to David. When he caught the little wolf's eyes, he found he couldn't hold his gaze. He looked down, guilt all over his face. He managed to muffle the whine that crept out of him enough that only Saint and Ghost would hear. Picking his eyes up, he looked over to see Hannah who was standing what what appeared to be a very pissed off Ezra. He sighed and prayed the were smart enough to not go against Areyn, that they'd submit and the blood shed would be only two. He knew Nicky and Kylan were damned, there was nothing that he could do about it. He just didn't want to loose David and Hannah too, not when he'd just found them.~

[LittleDeadGrrl]

What the fuck ...

-Jesse woke startled from his deep sleep curled up into Isreal. His eyes narrowed at the chilling sound. Dragging on his jeans he emerged without bothering to tug on his shirt or even wash. His eyes danced around the pack and he felt a chill at the sight. The muscles that danced beneath the faintly tanned skin seemed to bulge and ripple with electricity at the mere desire to explode free. Jesse's eyes danced to Nicky and the look of fright in his eyes and confusion. He knew suddenly he'd been so fucking wrong. He knew he should have sent them packing long ago but the truth was he didn't expect what was to come. Not even now. The thought that Areyn would kill Nicky and Kylan hadn't sunk it. It seemed impossible because the moment that thought would register Jesse would lose his fucking mind ... -

AREYN! Have you lost your mind ... get your hands off my beta ... NOW ... what the hell is the meaning of this ...

-No more politics. No more cordiality. It didn't even register that Areyn was stronger and bigger. He didn't give a fuck. Nicky was one of his closest friends and he was being held down. He didn't even register that Kylan was right beside him. The truth was it didn't matter and not because he didn't like Kylan. The two had formed a steady easy truce but Nicky was like a brother. He moved in a bit closer crossing his arms waiting impatiently. He was ready to shift and Aryen could see it in his eyes. The moment he gave the order for Nicky to be killed this young alpha would shift to that half form and try and save him and if he couldn't he'd go for his throat and little but death or the safety of his mate and pack would stop him ... -

Baby?

-David stood up suddenly and felt a chill creeping down his spine. He dressed and emerged a bit bleary eyed, tired, confused, and afraid from his trailer right behind Cris. His hand wrapped around his arm as he leaned in closer. A squeel emerged from his throat when he heard Jesse's roar and than saw Nicky on the ground. He couldn't help it. He didn't understand. What was going on. Why was Nicky being held down. He looked around for answers still too afraid and confused to do much else ... -

I ... FUCKING ... told you!

-Henry had hissed when he looked out of his trailer door and saw the scene unfold. He knew it. He had fucking felt the storm and begged fucking begged Jack to come with him. Goddamn it 60 years of unlife should count for something. Some respect. Some idea that when he said trouble was coming he meant it. He didn't have to be told twice though as he slipped within and stared out the window. He grabbed a few of Jack's old grenades and strapped it safely on his body dressing. He knew whatever was going down was going to end in bloodshed and he had no goddamn intention of dying for anyone and especially not at the hands of some dumb as dogs. If they tried to take him he'd make sure their guts to spill all over the trees like Christmas ornaments ... -

Donovan?

-Seraphim frowned at the howl. Tugging on a dress she followed him easily out the door wrapping one arm around his own burying a bit into him partially out of fear of what was to come and partially to keep him calm. She didn't understand what was happening. Was this another one of their rituals but Jesse looked so pissed and his words hinted at surprise. No. This couldn't be a ritual. She didn't know what was happening. Her throat constricted a bit at seeing Kylan on the ground. Her affinity towards vampires had never wavered. She was half vampire after all. A frowned etched on her forehead as she stood quietly watching and waiting ... -

-Snow stood off in the back of the back behind Hawk. He watched the scene unfold quietly crossing his arms across his chest. A frown etched his features. He hoped Fox and Ghost knew what they were doing because right now it looked as though their plan was going down the drain. He felt a bit sick knowing what was to come. The bloodshed. All of it. Ghost was hidden leaning back against a tree. His brow furrowed. He'd hoped none of them would be killed but he knew one would be taken as an example. It seemed Nicky would be it and the look of Jesse's face sent a faint chill up his spine. He wondered if the young alpha would lose his life tonight. He had some doubts that he could take him alone. His eyes danced to Jack in the darkness and he frowned a bit seeing the look of anger on his face. He knew when they had a moment alone he'd pay for this moment. If Jack even survived. If they were integrated. So many ifs and all answered right now. His eyes danced over his own pack. Saint stood behind Winter with one arm draped over him. He wore his heart on his sleeve looking like such a sad fucking little puppy. He would be amazed if the pup didn't give them all away. Now Storm, his fucking little Storm, not even a tear, not even a look of shame. That almost made him smile. What a fucker right to the core, but than so was he ... -

[miliat]

-It was too easy, these wolves didn't even lock their doors they felt so secure. Roland and his little team had easily pried Nicky and Kylan apart. Ennis was with him, ready to knock Nicky out if his surprise faded and he wanted to fight a little too soon. Roland had him by the hair, and though the vampire struggled in Hawk and Breaker's arms, Cain there for extra support, Kylan looked like he was more concerned with Nicky's situation than his own. He had tried to beg, plead for them to let Nicky go, but the wolves holding on to him, quickly silenced the vampire, one strong arm crushing over his neck, while anothers hand moved over his mouth. Roland and the ones chosen for this task were naked, ready to shift at a moments notice. The bulk of this packs Beta had been obscured by how much clothing he had worn around them all. He looked around surveying the scene, his chest puffing up, then he looked to Areyn, waiting for his command.

The Twins moved from behind Fox, they stood in front of him now, like those silent sentinels as always. A chill and shudder ran over both of them, they wanted to stop this, they wanted this to end tonight, but the survival of many, not just them depended on them not giving away the game. In a way they were standing in front of Fox to keep him from interceding as well, to remind him that this was bigger than just them. The guilt washed over them though, the stain of these moments etching into their soul.

Mab stood there, she couldn't look at Saint or Winter. All she could see was the horror in the other pack's faces, the anger of Jesse words. She stood there, her hand was on the bandaged place on her arm, and her eyes tilted towards Jack when he came out of his trailer. She shivered at his rage, and if he caught her eye, he could see the guilt washing over her as well. She should have warned him, she should have warned them all.

Hawk knew he was taking a risk by clamping his hand over the vampires mouth, he knew his bite would be like a fucking snake's. He heard Kylan's neck crunch under Breaker's arm, and for a moment, Hawk almost lost his nerve. This was fucking crazy, yeah he was holding down a leech, and to him it was just a fucking leech, but Nicky.... Why did they have to kill him? Hawk had never really doubted the rules, he had broken them, but he'd never blatantly disobeyed orders. Right now, he fucking wanted to. He wanted to challenge Roland, and be damned Areyn if he had to. He had a look of anger and hatred on his face, his muscles were tight, and he looked like he was about to lose himself. That is until his eyes caught Snow's. What would happen to them all if he broke under this pressure, what would happen to the one person that was everything to him? Nicky wasn't who he would die for, no, that person was standing with his pack, watching this scene. Hawk's face went cold then, he had to do what he had to do....

Skip couldn't help it, when he saw the scene, he was suddenly very much in front of Harley. What the hell was going on? Then he saw Hawk was one of the ones holding on to Kylan and he could have spit fire. For once he looked menacing, aggressive, and not at all the soft hearted kid everyone knew.

Hannah was standing a little off to the side from where Cris, David, Donovan, and Sera were. Her mouth was a little wide. She tried to catch the eyes of Winter, of the Twins, of anyone from this pack she had actually talked to. She didn't know what to do, how to react. Her hand found Ezra's and clenched tightly to it.

Donovan's shock and awe moved out of him fast, it was pure fucking pissed off werewolf. He knew it, he had known these fucking wolves shouldn't have been trusted. Now they were showing their true skin when everyone was at their weakest moment, he looked down at Sera, pulled her tight for a moment, before pushing her back towards the trailer door.-

Go back inside Seraphim....

-His words were a growl, and he moved next to Cris, his hand trailing across David's shoulders, letting him know he was there. He looked ready to fucking rip out of his skin.

Silently watching this entire spectacle was Cynthia, she was up a tree, the branches hiding her. She was a good distance away, but she had been there most of the night. She had hoped to see Desi on the full moon, but it hadn't happened, then she had caught the strange movement of the other pack. Cynthia was cold to it all for now, the only thing down there that really mattered to her was Desi, and now she watched as all those secrets she had been keeping from her unfolded before her eyes.-

[Synistergrrl]

~Areyn's dark eyes lifted to Jesse and the Alpha pulled up to his full size. The rest of his pack had circled around Jesse's and they'd find themselves surrounded. Areyn didn't give Jesse much of a chance. He just spoke.~

My Pack is known as Fenrir's Judge... You and your pack have transgressed, Jesse. You've all broken our laws and for that you should be punished. Vampires are our enemies, Jesse... and yet you all willingly allow them in your presence, take them in your bed.

~He didn't take his eyes off Jesse but he nodded giving the signal to Roland and the others holding Kylan. This was it the big moment. Areyn was prepared, his body tense for any movement from Jesse. Blood was about to be spilled and Areyn knew that any moment Jesse was going to loose his shit.~

~Nicky was on his knees and those blue eyes were on Jesse. He was looking a bit shocked, but when he tried to move, tried to struggle, he found himself dealing with Roland. He growled when he looked over and saw Kylan. He felt his muscle's ripple. He wanted very badly to push up and get to Kylan, but Roland was way to strong for him.~

~Jack had taken a few steps to wards the group. He felt the tension rippling over him and he knew that the two oafs on either side of him where going to pounce as soon as they got the chance. But his eyes strayed from Nicky and Jesse and all that to level on Mab and Ghost. His eyes narrowed and if Ghost or Mab thought that they were going to get off easy, they were very wrong.~

~Cris growled, and Harley who was near him, growled as well. He pushed up next to Skip, giving the wolf a look, but it was Israel who looked the most changed. His body was completely tense and those amber eyes were blazing. He'd unconsciously slipped up next to Jesse. He didn't think he could stand back and watch Nicky killed. It was then that he realized there were several wolves of this pack near him. This was going to be a massacre. His eyes strayed to the pack and he felt that anger roll through him again.~

~Fox inched by, tugging the twins with him. He was closing the gap around the circle between him, David and Cris. He knew that the twins didn't need him to say a word. They were to go after Cris to make sure he didn't do anything stupid. He was going after David to keep the wolf in check as well. It was going to be hard when this finally ended. His eyes danced to Nicky and Kylan who know doubt was feeling the tension and murderous lust from them.~

~Winter's brow furrowed when Saint dropped an arm around him. He leaned into Saint and his eyes flickered over to Ghost and then Storm. Storm, who was just standing there. But the truth was, Storm was watching to size them all up at this moment. His eyes were mostly on Jesse, but he did keep watch between Jack, Cris and Donovan. Those four were the main ones that his father would want, the others were simply just there for easy pickings. He'd be able to use that to his advantage. He watched his father give the motion and his eyes flashed to Jesse to watch his face as Nicky was slaughtered.~

[miliat]

Behold your punishment.

-Roland was usually more wordy, but Areyn was taking up the talking tonight. He growled down at Nicky as he struggled, pulling the smaller wolf up buy the hair of his head. As he did that he shifted into that terrible half form. Weapons were blasphemous, the only way to mete out true justice was by tooth and claw. He gripped the smaller wolf by the throat with his free hand, dropping the grip on his hair. He let out a rumble that might have been a laugh as Nicky changed and began to fight him. The struggle was short though, Roland was a beast compared to this boy, and he slammed Nicky onto the ground, his jaws quickly replacing his hand as he ripped into his throat. The first bite was almost enough to behead Nicky, but Roland didn't stop there. He made sure he finished the job.

As soon as Roland shifted, Cain, Breaker, and Hawk did as well. As he was killing Nicky, they were supposed to rip Kylan into pieces. Kylan fought back like a wild animal. He latched his poisonous teeth into Hawk's arm, while the other two wolves began to dismember him. The noise coming out of him was hysterical, animal, he needed to get to Nicky, he needed to save him. Hawk in a blind rage at being bitten by the vampire let his jaws close over his head, ripping it from his shoulders as Cain and Breaker took care of his arms and legs. He was shaking as that venomous burn coursed through him, and began in ripping the vampire into smaller pieces.

Mab didn't have anyone to turn to, no one to hide her eyes from this. She tried to look away, tried to find her mother, but her parents were part of the encircling group. She looked at Saint and Winter, and she wanted to scream. She looked back up at Jack and well, the rage she saw in his eyes made her shudder. Mab might just enjoy the punishment he gave her.

Skip felt his bones pop as soon as the blood was spilled. He was huge, though nothing compared to those half forms. His hackles rose and he snarled as he watched the pack circle in on them.

Hannah for a moment felt like that fragile little human she had been for so long, that little victim. Her hand clenched tighter on Ezra's, but then she let it go and she moved to stand by Harley, a growl coming out of her. This was her family, and be damned if she wouldn't go down with them fighting.

Donovan's eyes widened, watching Jesse and Areyn, then finally seeing Nicky and Kylan's death. He was so fucking close to losing it, his muscles were rippling under his skin, and he looked wild eyed at the wolves surrounding them.

The Twins moved to Cris, ready for what they had to do. They seemed stoic for now, following Fox's lead. They only hoped the rest of this pack would not lose their heads, only hoped they could stop them from getting all of them killed.-

[LittleDeadGrrl]

-Red. Drops of red. It was all Jesse saw for a moment as he saw Nicky lose his life right in front of him. He hadn't even registered Areyn's words. The clothes tore from his body and suddenly Jesse was that big black beast roaring up to the sky. His cry was half wolf half human. The animal enraged and angry to the point of insanity. The human crying out his heart breaking inside of him at the loss of such a close friend. He had forgotten about all else, even Isreal, nothing registered for a moment but pure simple rage. In the blink of an eye he was moving towards Roland intending on ending the beta's life ... -

NO!

-David cried out when they attacked Nicky and Kaylan. The bloodshed made him moan out in pain. His hand lost grip on Cris and he lunged forward to save the boy he'd felt such a close kinship with. He wasn't thinking about his safety. It was instinctual pure and simple. In a single moment the quiet morning had erupted out in chaos and pain. Seraphim's eyes widened but her grip on Donovan tightened afraid in part for herself and afraid much more so for Donovan. She didn't want him attacking. It would be a blood bath. Her breath constricted in her throat as she panted frantically ... -

-Ghost watched grimly as the blood scene unfolded. He sighed looking away for a moment. Such a scene gave him no pleasure. He knew thought this pack hadn't had a chance to do anything even if they'd been warned. Killing Areyn was their only shot and this pack was their only chance. He hoped Jack and Jesse would see the light after a moment of grief and anger. Right now his main was concern was that they live at all. He tensed when Jesse attacked in that form. He could see the others thinking about attacking as well and he felt his own throat constrict a moment. The next few moments might see all of their plans unravel. Right now he could do nothing but watch and hope Aryen would be cunning enough to save them ... -

[Synistergrrl]

~The moment Jesse shifted, in that single moment, Areyn was on like stink on shit. He'd shifted and the two big black wolves hit each other so loud it sounded like thunder clapping. He snarled, pushing Jesse back roughly.~

Give in Jesse, Submit... you can't win...

~His words were mainly a growl and he wasn't paying any attention to any of the other wolves. He was giving Jesse the chance to just calm down, to take this and let him move on. But he knew it wasn't going to be that easy. Infarct that was one of the reason's he liked Jesse. He knew that the wolf was going to keep fighting, but he didn't care, he was ready for that fight, all but anticipating all of it.~

~As David lunged forward, he'd feel a wolf on him, growling in his ear. But it wasn't Fox who was finding his way blocked by one of the others.~

Go back to the other side, Fox, we got this taken care of.

~The Twins were finding a similar problem as Cris went after David and was slammed down as well. He growled, pushing up, but then found it wasn't just one wolf, but two that had a hold of him. Jack didn't even bother to fight. He dropped to his knees as the two wolves that had been flanking him slipped in closer.~

~Harley watched as Skip shifted, but he was slung to the ground as Able easily put Skip down on the ground in that big half form. Harley snarled and then he was tossed down as well. When he began to struggle, he was put down harder. He snapped at the wolf and then he got snapped at as well. Harley's eyes snapped up as Jesse and Areyn were going at it. He struggled but wasn't getting far.~

~But there was a hiss that distracted some of the others as Israel was grabbed and held tight. He struggled, snapping his jaws at the wolves holding him. The hit came hard and made Isreal's head snap. They'd kill him to get him to submit. But Areyn's orders were law. They weren't to kill him. He soon found himself on the ground, face down in the dirt, struggling against 3 wolves who were having a time keeping him still.~

[miliat]

-Roland looked up with his bloody maw and surveyed the scene, it was going as he thought, the rage of Jesse just as expected. He watched the other wolves, watched as those perfectly placed did their job.

The Twins were confused, and they looked back at Fox as if looking for what they should do next. They were blocked from their target, pushed back. For a moment, they had the urge to shift, to knock these wolves off their target.

When the wolf grabbed David, Donovan finally couldn't stand it anymore. He shifted to that half form. He was the unstable one, but no one had really caught a true glimpse of that. All he saw now was a threat to his brother, to his beloved, to his entire new family and he wasn't thinking straight. He lunged towards the wolf holding David. He was quickly put down on the ground by two other wolves, a third had to come and help as he struggled to break free.

Skip yelped, the unexpected blow of Able knocking the wind out of him. He was easily held down, but that didn't mean he wasn't going to put up a fight. The large wolf squirmed, snapped, struggled and howled as he fought to get out of that grip. It only became worse when he saw Harley being held down.

Hannah snarled but then she felt hands on her shoulders and a woman much taller than her had a grip on her, shaking her head. Lilith looked down at the girl, ready to shift if she caused more trouble, and looked over at her husband who had his hands on Ezra should he try anything. All Hannah could think of was that this was one fucking insane nightmare, and she was ready to wake up.

Hawk stepped back from Kylan's body, still in half form. Cain and Breaker could take care of the rest. He sat back on his haunches, hand over the wound Kylan had left in his forearm. He was shaking from the fire running through him, as the poison coursed through him. Even through it though, he was watching the scene unfold. It seemed like this was going to be one major clusterfuck.-

[LittleDeadGrrl]

-Jesse was knocked back from the blow between the two large wolves. The rest of the wolves were forming a circle around them. Some being held down and giving in. Others like Donovan still fighting. Most eyes were on Jesse who's head only snapped away for a moment he heard Isreal's. Seeing his mate on the ground only made him turn suddenly and tackle Areyn to the ground. He snapped his jaw as the wolf trying to take off his throat. He was digging his claws at the other wolf barely seeming to register any pain being dealt out. The only coherent words that came out of his throat were gutteral ... -

SHUT UP!

-Ghost watched for a moment almost amazed as the scene unfolded. He'd half expected Jesse to go down in one hit. He knew Areyn was holding back somewhat trying to save the wolf but the truth was he had seen a moment of strain and surprise on the Alpha's face. A faint smirk tugged at the edge of his lips. Fuck if he didn't believe for a second that Jesse and Jack could take the alpha down. He could see it now. The young alpha held a beast inside of him and Aryen had unwittingly unleashed it. Now it was a matter of controlling it and focusing it. He watched Jack go down easily and he knew the beta would be the key in all of this. Jesse seemed far too emotional. He knew Jack could see the light and he knew to get Jack to listen to him would mean a lot of pain for him ... -

GET OFF ME!

-David cried out struggling beneath the wolves. No matter how hard they pushed down on him the smaller wolf was wiggling so damn much keeping a grip on him seemed damn near impossible. His whine was the high pitched call of the young to its mother only in this case he was calling to Cris for help not thinking for a moment if he was just making it worst. He just knew he didn't want to be held down. He didn't want Nicky to die. He didn't want Jesse to be hurt. He kept moving and even when the bigger wolves hit him he snarled and started clawing like a wild cat. It was unexpected from the smaller wolf who seemed so submissive but he'd been abused before and Micheal was dead. Fuck if he was going to be that victim ever again ... -

DONOVAN!

-Seraphim cried out when he shifted trying to get him to stop but he was already moving to join in the fray and help David. She was moving to stop him but another wolf grabbed hold of her easily and held her in place. She struggled against his hold but it was futile. The truth was she was too terrified and confused to focus her power. All she could do was stare at Donovan calling out his name to try and bring him back to her. He was her world and she couldn't lose him. Not now. Not ever. Henry had watched quietly from the window. He was happy when Jack dealt with it rationally rather changing head forward like an idiot, like Jesse. He kept hold of the grenades half expecting them to drag him out but he realized either they didn't know he was there or more likely they didn't care as long as he stayed put and didn't make a fuss. He frowned a bit when Isreal was put down. He sighed. Stupid vampire ... -

-Hawk felt arms around him slowly and he'd feel Snow close to him nuzzling into his neck. He had seen the vampire bite him and he knew the poison was coursing through his veins. His grip tightened when he began to struggle a bit against the hold spasming from the pain. When he felt that no one was watching them he nuzzled in a bit closer and the touch was more intimate. His lips dusted his ear as he spoke loud enough for just Hawk to hear him .... -

It'll be o.k ...

[Synistergrrl]

~Areyn was a bit surprised by Jesse's rage. But it made him smirk, which was far far more dangerous. He kept trying to deflect and just wear Jesse down, but it seemed that wasn't going to happen. So when Jesse got a good hit on Areyn, cutting open his face with those long claws, Areyn let it go. When he grabbed Jesse it was hard and when he slung the wolf, it was with full force. Jesse would hit that old truck hard enough to slide it back and break out all the windows. But before Jesse could get up, Areyn was on him again. Pushing back, Jesse managed to slam Areyn off him. But when Jesse was up to hit back, he'd find Areyn already on him again. Areyn wasn't dealing out claws and fangs though, not really. It was more just bashing Jesse from one thing to another.~

~Each hit took it's toll and even those wolves struggling would have to stop to watch this battle royal. It was like watching a cage match, but much more deadly. And just when it seemed Jesse couldn't take that much more, Areyn pinned him to the ground. The larger Alpha spoke into Jesse's ear and it was low, so low that no one would hear but Jesse.~

Submit, Jesse and I'll let them live. You keep fighting and I'll start having my pack take them out. We'll start with your little blood sucking mate and then we'll move to the little weak one and then to Harley... I'll take them all, slowly until I have just you, Jack, Cris and Donovan. And even if you still fight, I'll kill them, and keep you as a pet... so submit and you have my word that I'll let them live.

~His words were a snarl in Jesse's ear and he'd lift Jesse's head so he could see Israel being held back watching with worried gold eyes. The Vampire looked lost there against those three huge half formed wolves. His whole pack was on the ground. The only one that didn't look at all lost and insane was Jack who was on his knees just watching all this stoically. It seemed Jack was giving in. But he wasn't honestly, not completely. He just knew they couldn't fight this many wolves.~

~In all this chaos, Nicky's body lay near Kylan's, bloody and completely lifeless. The air seemed suddenly colder there, as if the life had been drained from the place. Cris was on the ground trying to get to David, but he'd stopped when the fight turned against Jesse. His eyes were lost on Nicky's limp body. He turned his head to see David and watch as the little wolf struggled. He wanted to help him, but he couldn't no matter how hard he tried, it was just going to be a bigger beating for it.~

~As Areyn really began to take down Jesse, Ghost would watch Storm take a step closer. He was watching, dissecting this fight. Ghost would see it, that glint in Storm's eyes. He was going to use this against his father. He was checking him for how he worked. He was committing it to memory. Licking his lips, his head dipped as he watched Jesse, then his father and then his eyes flashed to Jack. He gave a smirk and then moved his eyes back to Areyn and Jesse.~

~Winter could see Hawk go down and Snow at his side. He slipped in closer to Saint and spoke.~

We should help Hawk... come on.. I have to do something....

~He moved then from Saint and began slipping through to get closer to Hawk. It wasn't that he didn't think that Snow couldn't handle it, but Winter couldn't just sit there and watch this go down.~

~Fox on the other hand, well he just growled. His eyes flashed to the twins. He nodded for them to come back. When they did, he remained close, watching David and Cris struggle, but he didn't dare move in and stop it. He just stayed there watching, but mostly to make sure the two didn't get hurt.~

[miliat]

-When Donovan heard Sera's yell he turned his head in her direction. He was being pinned, taking all the power of the wolves on him to hold him down. Those pale blues got lost on her a moment, then he saw hands on her, and he almost pushed those wolves off of him. He had slipped, he had moved from her side and now someone was touching her, someone could hurt her and he couldn't do anything about it. The ones holding him had no choice really, as Donovan seemed to gain new wind, they forced him down harder, the strain on his arms dislodging his shoulders from their sockets. Nothing broken, easily fixed, but enough pain to maybe make the wolf stay down. As this happened Roland moved to Donovan, he and one other wolf now holding him down. Those cold grey eyes looked up and watched the fight as he held down this raging wolf.

Hannah put her hands over her mouth as she watched the scene unfold, how much of a fight Jesse was putting up, Harley and Skip on the ground, and her and Ezra both being held at bay.

Mab frowned as Winter moved towards Hawk pulling Saint with. She stayed put, and diverted her eyes back to the fight. Something in her was wanting Jesse to win, wanting him to be able to take Areyn out. Maybe this would all be over if he could do it. Her feet were like lead, she wanted to move closer but she found she couldn't.

Hawk growled, almost snapped at Snow when his arms slipped around him. He didn't know it was him at first, but then he heard that familiar voice, and relaxed a bit. Well as much as he could, every moment that passed felt like he was burning hotter. The poison wouldn't kill him, but it would put him out of commission for a while. He shifted down, back to human, and slumped back against Snow, his muscles twitching with the pain. Even through it all he didn't make a peep, save for the growls he had spent on Snow when he first touched him. He couldn't even focus on the fight, one he should be keenly interested in.

Cynthia was watching all of this with keen interest. Something in her felt vindicated at Kylan's death, but at the same time sad for it. She was still at odds with how she had felt about him, but the time for making up was over. Instead of watching the fight between Areyn and Jesse, she was searching the scene for Desi, wondering where she was in all of this.-

[LittleDeadGrrl]

-Jesse was on he ground panting and bleeding. He knew several bones had broken from the sheer blows. The dent in his truck was awe inspiring. He snapped at Aryen when the old wolf moved in closer but than his eyes were on Isreal and he gave out a mournful sigh. Even in that form Isreal could read his eyes so easily. He was panting, exhausted, and broken, wanting to fight almost unwilling to give up even in the face of death. But not in the face of Isreal's death. Or Harley's. He closed his eyes and dropped against the ground. He felt pain wrack his body as the anger passed. He wanted to cry and scream. Nicky was dead. He shifted slowly back to human. He tilted his head back slowly ... -

I submit ...

-He growled the word easily. His eyes danced to Aryen and than lowered in submission. When the Alpha would let him go he'd rise slowly and moved towards Nicky's body. He snapped at the other wolves close to him but it was defeated. He dropped to his knees in that human form naked as he wrapped his arms around him for a moment and held him close nuzzling against the cold dead skin. He felt a few tears slide down his cheek unable to hold them back for a second. He'd let him down. He'd let his whole pack down. He'd failed. Nicky had been so fucking young and if it had not been for him he would be safe and alive in Montana. He let him go slowly back to the ground standing easily with his head bent ... -

I'm no longer alpha. Areyn is in charge. Stop fighting and do as you're told ...

-His words weren't a growl but there was a darkness in this words and it was almost strange to see how much Jesse had changed in a moment, a morning, from the relaxed wolf of yesterday. He moved in slowly a bit closer to Isreal reaching out his hand to the vampire his eyes dancing to Areyn. He was sure he wouldn't be able to keep the vampire and he after seeing Kyland dead well he didn't want to keep Isreal close, not here, but he wanted to hold him as they said goodbye. He wasn't sure he'd ever see the vampire again in that moment ... -

-David's eyes met Cris's and he frowned a bit and stopped struggling. He watched the fight mutely and when it was over he moaned out quietly shuddering a bit at the thought of what was to come. When he could finally sit up a bit he tried to move in closer to Cris but they kept him still. He sighed and did as he was told. He frowned wanting Jesse to fight more but it seemed hopeless. This was it. What he feared most, being back under the thumb of a monster. He remembered what he knew about them and his eyes danced back to Cris. They wouldn't be allowed to be together. He couldn't imagine losing Cris. He looked down trying his best not cry like a girl ... -

-Ghost's eyes had darted down to Storm and he knew the boy was watching and thinking and plotting. It made him smile deep down. When he saw Jesse submit he let out a sight of relief. He moved slowly behind the others and slipped in to the wolves holding Jack down. He nudged them easily and growled a bit ... -

He's not struggling you fools and the alpha submitted ... let him go ...

-They growled but knew better than to start a fight when Aryen had forbidden it. Jack felt his bonds loosened. Ghost stood near him. He knew in no way did this make up for any of this but he knew he had to build that bridge up again and he knew he'd pay for this day dearly. Snow was on the ground just holding Hawk knowing there was little to do now. The poison was too far in his system. It would be a matter of taking care of him and watching and waiting. His eyes danced to Winter and Saint as they came in closer. He rose a bit and dragged Hawk back a bit with their help from the scene and than sat down watching. He frowned speaking softly ... -

I hope this works ... for our sake ... and theirs ...

-Saint stood close to Winter protectively. He frowned a bit. He knew Winter was feeling guilty and the boy would be really upset for a while. He had faith though this plan would work. Either way there wasn't anything they could have done to stop this. Maybe they would understand. Seraphim caught Donovan's eyes and cringed when she ehard the popping sound. She didn't struggle and just smiled a bit at him to show him she was alright mouthing words quietly to him "please" begging him with her eyes to not struggle anymore. She hoped Jesse's order as former alpha would make him stop. Where did this leave her? She didn't know ... surely she could stay ... surely ...

[Synistergrrl]

~Jesse's submission was all Areyn was waiting for. He watched as the wolf mourned Nicky, growling at his own to give the wolf a moment. And when Jesse moved to Israel, with a nod, the Vampire was let loose. Israel launched himself at Jesse, hugging him close. Areyn's dark eyes flashed around the pack, making eye contact with each of the new wolves. He wouldn't let go of that gaze until they diverted their gaze away. Israel didn't look at Areyn as he wrapped up with Jesse, but he couldn't help the growl as he heard the wolf's voice.~

Start packing up. We leave by nightfall. Come on people... MOVE!

~He growled and then he moved to Jesse's side.~

Say good buy to the others. I wand you and the rest of these wolves ready to leave by nightfall.

~Israel pulled from Jesse a little and the growl that came with his words was menacing.~

You aren't taking them!

~Areyn's brow arched and a smirk crawled over his lips. But he ignored Israel, turning more to Jesse.~

Just the wolves, Jesse. No shapeshifters, no vampires. Tell the rest of them and get your shit together. Remember what I promised...

`~He paid no mind to Israel as he turned away. Areyn didn't seem to even notice the rest of them. His dark eyes shifted to Roland. He simply gave the Beta a look, telling him to keep an eye on the new pack members.~

~Winter frowned as he looked at Hawk in pain. He helped Snow and then he glanced over at Saint.~

Go get Dream. Tell her what happened so she can bring something to make him better.

~But his blue eyes snapped to Snow as the wolf spoke. He wanted to hit him for even saying that, but Winter straightened up a bit.~

It is... it had to be... or that wolf's blood is on our hands.

~Fox snarled at the wolves on David when Jesse submitted. They stepped back and Fox pulled David to his feet. As he did, he leaned in and spoke against the wolf's ear.~

I know you're hating me right now, but please, David, Listen to reason and behave. Keep Cris calm, things aren't as they appear.

~His grip tightened on David's arm before he let David go. He could only hope that the little wolf would be smart enough to keep his mouth shut. Do as he was told. He could only pray as he watched David and Cris come together.~

~Cris was bruised and scraped but he seemed to only be worried about David. He snarled at Fox and the twins. But he was already wrapping his arms around the little wolf. He pulled David with him to wards Jesse and Israel, wanting to know what the hell was going on, though he had a sick feeling already in the pit of his stomach as to what was going on.~

~Ezra had shrugged the hand off his shoulder and moved to Hannah. He slipped his arm around her and snarled at the two holding him back before moving to wards Jesse as well. He looked to Skip and Harley who was up and helping Skip up. Harley hugged Skip close but then he also began to move to wards Jesse.~

~Jack stood, dusting himself off. He glanced up to the trailer where Henry was watching. He knew this was what Henry had been warning him about. His eyes snapped to Mab and he stepped into her, his hand grabbing her upper arm and then he pushed her back. Those dark green orbs were blazing.~

You.. and your friends can stay the FUCK away from me Mab. Nicky died for nothing... you should have warned us...

~He growled and turned away from her. He looked up and over at Henry but he turned and walked to wards Jesse. He knew that the wolf was going to be lost with out Nicky. He had to step up. He wanted to go in and grab Henry and just fucking leave. But he knew he couldn't. He had an obligation to Jesse and the others. Not to mention that he really did see them as family. His eyes scanned Roland and there was almost a challenge in the blond as he passed the Beta. But he moved on to Jesse. He wasn't stupid, he had an idea what was going to happen when they left. He just needed to talk to the others. His eyes darted back to the Trailer, looking to see if Henry would come out or not.~

[miliat]

-Roland nodded to Areyn as he gave him that look. He started barking orders himself, organizing the tear down of their camp, getting the vehicle ready for the move. He stayed within visual range of Jesse and his wolves, his eyes staying on them, making sure none of them tried to do anything stupid. He sent a couple of the larger wolves to keep patrol around the edges of the trailers to make sure none of the wolves tried to run. He smirked as he watched the interaction of Jack and Mab, he couldn't help it, the little bitch had gotten herself wrapped up in that one too soon. When Jack met his eyes, he never dropped his gaze and even when Jack turned away to go to Jesse and the others he kept his eyes on the wolf.

Mab was still cemented to the ground, everyone around her clearing out, moving on, doing what they had to do. She had her own orders but she was oblivious to them for now. She was like a rock, until Jack shocked her back into herself. She was shaking her head at his words, and for a moment she looked like a child, she looked like the girl of 14 she was. There was pain and guilt on her face as he pushed her, and her eyes cast over to Roland before Jack pulled away. Her words were a whisper.-

You don't understand, Jack... you don't....

-She looked back at him, and for a moment it looked as if she would cry, maybe scream, maybe rage. But she understood his anger. Her head dropped down as he walked away. A moment later she felt her mothers hands on her, guiding her back to the camp, to start breaking things down.

Hawk looked up at Snow, his teeth were gritted together. This was the most painful thing he had ever went through. Fucking fire and brimstone, this was fucking hell. His arm was still bleeding, the wound not able to heal like it normally would. He looked over at Winter and tried to smile at the kid, but it just ended up a grimace. He closed his eyes and groaned.-

I... need.. a beer...

-The Twins were there with Fox as he whispered to David. They wondered if the boy understood who they had meant during their talks now. Cris was up before they could move to help him, already pulling David toward Jesse and the rest of the wolves. They cast their eyes over to Seraphim. Their faces were stoic, but inside they wanted to scream, this was misery.

Donovan was let go, and he shifted down. His alpha had submitted, things were going really fucking bad, and he felt his dislocated shoulders crunch as he tried to shift them back into place. They hadn't been strong enough to stop this, they hadn't been strong enough to defend their own. When Seraphim was beside of him, he looked up at her, his eyes darker than she had ever seen them. He put his arm around her, and stood, a kiss on her forehead before leading her towards Jesse. He had no words, but now he had to find out what happened next.

Hannah was quiet. There was no shock on her face, no despair, no happiness. It was like something tonight had broken in her. She leaned into Ezra, her eyes staring blankly ahead as they moved towards Jesse. She suddenly felt cold again, empty.

Skip nuzzled into Harley when they were finally free, he was checking over him to make sure he hadn't been hurt. He shifted up from that wolf form, and pulled Harley tight to him before moving towards Jesse with everyone else. What the hell was going to happen next. He had heard no one but wolves were to be going with the other pack. How could he live without Harley, how could any of this even be possible.

Cynthia couldn't hear everything, but she had seen most of it, Jesse had given in, that much she was sure of. She leapt through a couple of trees, before finally landing with a loud thud on top of Jack's trailer. She hung upside down from its edge for a moment looking through the window, seeing if she could see Henry in its depths. She tapped on the window.-

Hey, you going to bring your frightened ass out of there to find out what's happening next?

-She didn't wait to see if he answered, instead dropped down and moving over the ground toward Jesse and the others. Though her heart belonged to Desi, these others had slowly begun to grow on her, and she fairly liked them. She wanted to see if there was something she could do to help, or at least find out exactly what their plan was. She paused though, not quite making it to them. She moved towards the pieces of Kylan's body, wolves were making a fire nearby to burn it. She crouched down, touching the earth where his blood and Nicky's blood had mingled. Unless the wolves of the other pack threatened her, well Cynthia was stuck on the spot, her face unreadable.-

[LittleDeadGrrl]

-When Isreal launched himself Jesse caught him easily and buried against him holding him so tightly if he hadn't been a vampire it would have hurt. He felt his world crashing around him and the thought of losing Isreal even for one night made him faulter under the weight of the pain. He knew he couldn't break down. He'd allowed himself one moment by Nicky's side and that was it. Sooner or later he would kill Roland and Areyn for what they had done. He nuzzled into Isreal dusting his fingers through that dark hair and when Aryen left him he claimed the vampire's lips without responding to his new alpha. When the kiss broke he stared down into those golden eyes. His own held such intense pain it was hard to keep his gaze for a moment. He leaned in whispering so only he could hear ... -

Isreal ... listen to me ... just listen ... I want you to leave. Take the others and go. Tell the Cullens what happened and than go as far away as you can from this place ... when I can ... I'll find you ... until than .. I don't want to see you . ...

-He pushed him back slowly holding his shoulders frowning ... -

Do it ... don't argue for once in your fucking life ... just do it ...

-He frowned gazing away. The life had drained somewhat out of his eyes and he looked almost cold and dead on the inside. He frowned staring at Harley for a second .... -

Go say goodbye to Skip and start packing up ...

-He let his hand grace Harley's shoulder for a second. He couldn't comfort him yet. Right now all he could do was hold on and keep the rest of his pack safe. He couldn't even look at where Nicky lay dead. It was too much to accept right now. His eyes danced to Jack feeling he'd failed this boy the most. He had to wonder now if that night, if he'd fallen, if Jack was alpha, would this have gotten this far. Those were thoughts that would haunt him for a long time ... -

Don't touch me ...

-David hissed as he pulled back from Fox. He pushed passed him roughly and flung himself into Cris's arms holding him close and burying into him. For a moment he felt his heart was lightened just a bit. He leaned in claiming his lips for a moment before they slipped in towards Jesse, their grim looking former alpha ... -

You two go pack ... only what's necessary ...

-David frowned but he didn't have the strength to argue of even really speak. All he could see what Nicky's lifeless body on the ground and it made him shudder. He pushed in closer to Cris holding on to him tightly. Snow had half laughed a bit at the beer comment. He was sure he would grab him just that when they returned. Helping him up slowly with Winter's help while Saint reluctantly left his side. Desi had been staying in the background watching with mute detachment the whole scene. She was only risen from her place when Cynthia moved in closer to Kylan's dead body. Desi eased in closer knowing she couldn't hold the girl close like she wanted ... -

Sorry Cy ... you have to go now ...

-She hoped the girl would listen to reason. Inside the large trailer Henry had rolled his eyes at the petty insult. He moved in outside of the trailer surveying the blood bath with mild interest. He moved in closer to Jack listening to the conversation idly. He knew what he was doing. Getting the fuck out of there before they decided to make a rug out of him. He reached out and tugged on Isreal a bit knowing the boy wouldn't want to leave ... -

Come on Is ... we gotta go .. party's over ...

-He let go of the boy and sighed a bit staring at Jack. He knew Jack wouldn't come with him. Not now. Not ever. He leaned in nuzzling into him for a moment. He wasn't sure if Jack or Jesse could solve this mess but right now he had no intention of being a snack. Seraphim walked beside Donovan. She had a sinking feeling they were going to make her leave as well but maybe she could just pass for human they would allow her to stay. When Jesse's eyes landed on her she knew the truth frowning deeply. She clutched on to Donovan a bit tighter sighing as Jesse shook his head ... -

Go back to the Cullens Sera ... you'll be safe there ...