Back in those mountains

[Synistergrrl]

~A heavy fog lay over the top of the mountains, rolling down into the valley. The snow had melted leaving behind mud and slush which only made the living conditions a little bit of a nightmare. They needed to find something a bit more dry, some place they could live, cook and just be themselves. It was a conversation they were having almost daily. So as the fog rolled in, followed by the rain that evening, Colt appeared from having been gone with Corbin. He walked up where Ren, Hawk, Ace, Dev, Finn, and Niki were sitting and dropped a set of keys down infront of Ren.~

So... I talked to Kris and he worked it out. We got a big ole log cabin near here. it backs up to this forest and it's pretty secluded. It used to be a hunting cabin, so it's not in the best place, but it's got runnin water, a kitchen and 5 bedrooms, plus a loft space... so there should be plenty of room. It's 450 a month... not including utilities.

~Ace's brow arched. This wolf kept pulling out the all stops for him and he just couldn't understand why. Devin smiled.~

Oh fuck I'd kill for a hot shower...

~That alone made the other laugh as they all sudden sort of realized they had a home they could go to.~

So wanna pack and go over there? It's furnished... so we don't gotta buy anything...

~Hawk listened to all of them suddenly start talking but he remained quiet. Since everything had taken place with their pack, with their father that something had been taken from the coyote. He wasn't as carefree as he used to be. The laughter had been stolen from him. Being with this pack was hard too. Watching how they all interacted. He missed that, the friendship and camaraderie, the brotherhood that they all had. And he could see Corbin was falling in easily with them. It gave him a little twisted idea. This plot where he left Corbin here, safe and happy, and he went and took out those chasing them in a bright blaze of glory. It'd be the end no doubt, for him. He'd not survive. But he was trying to tell himself he'd be okay with that, he'd know Corbin was safe and that no one would come for him.~

~But just having those thoughts brought up Em's face. Just the thought of the vampire changed all of that, a voice screaming he was being insane. He was falling for that creature and he kinda hated Em for it. He found himself thinking about the vampire nightly. They'd only been gone for a day and a half and he was already sort of pining for the boy. He tried to tell himself it was the security and safety he felt there. That Em was just the in to that, but he knew it was more than that. The fact Em tried to keep him at a distance and push him back a bit made him want to try all the harder to make Em want him. But he also could feel if he chased Em that the vampire would never really take him seriously. He had to sort of make Em chase him as well. And he was good at that, twisting things in his favor. It was a challenge, one that drew him out of the insanity in his head.~

~The group packed and loaded up the van, the Jeep and the station wagon before all getting in and driving to their new home. It wasn't that far away, infact it seemed just down the road, a very windy road, but still. Finally Colt turned off the main drag and down a gravel road. They drove up a a large hill through trees until they crossed a little wooden bridge and there was the house. It was two stories and looked a little abandoned. But it was in this little hollow of trees with a small stream running through the yard. The climbed out and went up onto the old front porch. The whole thing had a log cabin look with unfinished tree limbs as rails and wood planks for steps. Ren unlocked the door and they stepped inside. It was dark but Colt went over and switched on the lights.~

We got a couple of days to get the power switched over to us.

~It was a bit shabby actually and there were animal heads on the walls. But the whole pack felt a sigh of relief as the warmth of this home enveloped them. Everyone was sort of quiet for a second before Devin pushed Finn.~

I got dibs on the biggest room...

[LittleDeadGrrl]

-The weather was staring to wear on the alpha's mind but the truth was Ren was preoccupied with Jules. He knew the vampire was hurting and he knew the Volturi could be anywhere and he wasn't there to protect him. Ren glanced up when Colt spoke and he smirked .. -

You're a life saver Colt ...

-Corbin leaned into Colt grinning ... -

Hot shower hear that ... we never done it in the shower

-He purred the wolf's ear grinning at the thought of having a warm bed. It sounded so perfect. Truth was Hawk hadn't seen the younger coyote this happy in a long time. He was carefree and relaxed. They'd both missed having a pack and it helped both had their own distractions to keep me busy. Finn leaned into Ace in his own deep thoughts. He was worried for Jules and Em. There was little time to think as they all began to pack up. Corbin moved in closer to Hawk arching a brow ... -

Don't be so mopey ... the icicle will be back in a few days ...

-He smirked teasing his brother about the vampire. He ducked the coming punch and continued packing as they arrived at the cabin. It was kinda shithole but it was leaps and bounds above sleeping on the ground or in the tents. Finn snorted moving as he pushed Devin ... -

Fuck you ... I get the biggest ...

-Ren growled low and dangerous ... -

Actually ... Colt does ...

-He grinned when Miko and Finn looked aghast. Corbin snickered as he moved into to Colt. Miko moved on ahead ... -

Dibs on second biggest!

-He tugged Devin roughly before anyone else could claim it. Ren rolled his eyes but smiled a bit at Colt. The wolf came through for them and it meant alot. He knew he was missing Declan. His eyes landed on Hawk a moment. In a way they were both in the same boat. Both waiting on two vampires to come home. Ren dropped the bags grabbing one of the rooms not careing much which before he was left to think about the vampire. It was then that Hawk's cellphone went off. When he picked up the phone Em's voice was on the other line ... he could hear music ever so faintly in the background ... some club ... -

Hawk ...

-The vampire smiled a little bit hearing the coyote's voice ... -

How is everything at the camp ...

-It was a safe question, detached, but he'd just missed the coyote not that he'd admit that ... -

[Synistergrrl]

~Colt couldn't help but smirk at what Corbin growled in his ear. He pushed the coyote, but soon enough they were all off and heading to the cabin. When Ren said that he got the biggest room, he just smiled and nodded, appreciating getting recognized. When Cor moved in closer, he reached out and tugged Corbin up the steps and into the biggest of the rooms. He shut the door and tugged Corbin in closer, claiming his lips roughly before pulling back and tugging off his shirt.~

What was that about a shower?

~The wolf teased. And the truth was, Colt was pretty happy too. He did miss Declan, wishing he could have gone with. But Corbin seemed to keep his mind off of his cousin. And better still, Colt found ever moment he spent with the coyote the more he wanted him. It was a different sort of feeling, since Colt had always been a love 'em and leave 'em sort of guy.~

Not being mopey...

~Hawk had snapped at Corbin, reaching out to grab him, but he missed his mark as Corbin darted back, but Hawk was smirking a little bit. He had to admit Cor did seem really happy. Once they were at the cabin, he watched the others walk away. He dropped onto the beat up sofa as his phone rang. When he answered and heard Em's voice, he felt his heart skip a little.~

Em.... Missin me already?

~He purred the words, teasing the vampire. But knowing deep down he was simply saying how much he missed Em. And then that question.~

Well... things are... okay... We have an actual roof over our heads now with beds and everything. Colt managed to work out for us to have this rental. It's probably not good enough for your pristine ass, but you know, it's better than sleepin in a tent, right?

~Devin had followed Niki easily and they were soon in a smaller bedroom but atleast there was a queen size bed and a bathroom. Devin shut the door and tugged Niki into his arms, nuzzling into the fox's neck.~

I know this isn't as perfect as you'd like... but, we can clean it up and make it our own...

~He sighed and then he pulled from the fox and turned on the light to the bathroom. Just as he was about to turn on the water, a sound of something electric kicked on and they would all realize the heat had been turned on. Devin smirked, tugged Niki to the vent as the warm air rolled over their cold feet.~

[LittleDeadGrrl]

-Cor laughed when he was tugged in. He helped the wolf with both of their clothes as he pushed him down on the bed roughly and took the chance to be alone. It was perfect. In the moment he was happy and the coyote never analyzed things too long but truth was he was feeling a bit guilty over some of the lies they had told but he knew if they told the truth the wolves wouldn't let them stay and this was the best safe haven him and Hawk had found so far. When they wore one another out Corbin nuzzled into Colt before staring out ... -

I did miss an actual fucking bed ...

-He reached for the spare bottle of Jack taking a swig before offering it to Colt. Elsewhere Hawk was sitting on the couch when the phone rang. Em smiled when he heard Hawk's voice before rolling his eyes ... -

... oh yes ... just dying to see you again ...

-Sarcasm was thick in his voice but so was the obvious smile. He leaned his head against the wall closing his eyes. Seeing Jules so fucked up stung and if he was really honest Hawk was the one person he'd wanted to call to feel better. Why fight it?-

So obsessed with my pristine ass ...

-He teased but smiled when he heard the pack had a place to stay ... he paused again letting the silence grow a bit ... -

I wish you were here ...

-He spoke at least and it was serious and it was honest. He knew the coyote would laugh at him but for a moment he sounded tired and lost and a bit alone. In another room Nikita smiled when he was tugged in. He leaned into Devin ... -

It's fine ... I can work miracles with even the worst dumps ...

-When the heat had tugged on the fox sighed content moving in a bit closer to the vent before turning in Devin's embrace as he buried into him shutting his eyes for a moment. It wasn't the Ritz but he'd had luxury with pain... this was far better. He glanced up at the wolf-

I miss Jules. So does your brother ... I can see it on his face ...

-He reached out brushing the hair from Devin's face ... -

I've never had anyone take care of me like you do ... I feel kinda spoiled ...

-He teased before tugging the wolf in towards the bathroom as he turned on the hot water needing a hot shower ... he felt disgusting always sleeping out in the wilds. He preferred a bed and this shabby place he'd have turned his nose up before now looked pretty perfect-

[Synistergrrl]

~Colt growled into the coyote and for a little while lost track of time. He was wrapped up in the coyote and things were perfect. As he lay there, his arm wrapped loosely around Cor, he laughed a bit.~

You didn't miss your sleeping bed though... just the fucking bed? I thought you liked it rough?

~He was teasing ofcourse. He took the bottle and took a deep swig before sitting completely up and stretching. He glanced back over at Cor.~

Come on, lets go take a shower...

~Hawk gave that deep chuckle at the sarcasm.~

Hey, I can't help I like your pristine ass. It fits so nicely in my lap....

~He purred, teasing Em but then it just got silent and those lost words took the coyote by surprise. He was silent for a moment, not laughing, nothing.~

Me too Em... Should 'ave asked, I probably woulda come... you make it hard to deny you.

~And his words were just as honest. He did want to be there with the vampire. But he wasn't really sure if he could have left his brother behind, there was just too much worry in that with everything that had happened. But he honestly wanted to be there with Em, to just be by the vampire's side.~

When you comin' home?

~He almost growled those words, wanting the vampire suddenly very bad.~

I have no doubt you'll make it good.

~Devin had his arms around the fox and then he sighed.~

I know... Maybe we should all start taking turns staying up with him. That way he's not alone all night. We could stay up with him tonight and then tomorrow it could be Ace, and then maybe Colt and Corbin would stay up with him.

~Devin worried for his little brother. But then he smiled a bit.~

Whatever... I know I don't got money to give you what you deserve, Niki. But... I like that you wanna flatter me so...

~He teased but then he was lead to the bathroom. He started to tug off Niki's shirt, tossing it on the floor as his hands went to the fox's waist and fly of his jeans.~

[LittleDeadGrrl]

-Corbin pushed up grabbing the bottle as he took another hit from the bottle grinning before following Colt into the bathroom. He pushed him in teasingly as they both slipped under the hot stream of water. He wrapped his arms around the coyote from behind nipping at his shoulder relaxing a bit into the wolf-

I missed being with a pack ... it's nice ...

-He frowned softly ... pausing as he chewed on his bottom lip-

You know me and my brother might have to scatter ... we don't usually hang out one place for long ...

-Em smirked a bit at the words about his ass. He liked the rough words from the coyote. Missed the way he infuriated him. The next words took him by surprise. He kept his eyes closed imagining the coyote right there with his arms wrapped around him telling him it'd be fine. He smirked a bit slowly-

You couldn't leave Corbin ...

-He smiled when Hawk spoke the next words... -

Oh ... good to know I have you wrapped around my finger

-He sighed finally ... -

Soon I hope ... We're meeting with our contact tomorrow and I hope a day or two after we'll come home ... you better still be there when I get back ... vampires have a long memory so don't fuck with me ...

-The fox laughed before turning slowly tugging Devin to him ... -

We'll keep him company tonight ...

-He reached out brushing the hair from his face... -

Money ... I've had plenty of that ... you're the only one that doesn't treat me like something you bought ... it's all I've ever been ...

-He nuzzled into Devin-

Let's go grab out shower before everyone else uses the hot water ... then we can go cheer up your brother ...

[Synistergrrl]

~Colt went easily into the bathroom and the shower. He sighed as the water hit him before leaning back into the coyote. He smiled when Corbin said he was happy to be with a pack but then the last part and Colt felt his whole heart sink. He turned to face Corbin, those bright blue eyes flickering over the coyote for a moment.~

Why? If you like it here, you both like it here, why not stay?

~There was a frown on his lips. He pulled the coyote closer, touching his forehead to the others. He spoke softly, the words whispered into Corbin's ear. They were rarely serious, but here in that moment, the next words Colt spoke were very serious.~

I want you to stay....

~Hawk sighed a bit.~

Maybe not... but I'd like to be there...

~But then he gave a little laugh.~

Your ass has me wrapped around it's finger... that's all...

~He listened though before giving another little chuckle.~

I'll be here... remember... that ass...

~He teased a bit and then he leaned back, looking up at the ceiling.~

Be careful, Em. Really, don't trust those Vampires. I know you know...but... just be careful...

~Devin smiled up at the fox for a moment and then he stood from tugging Niki's pants off and lifted the fox's chin.~

I don't own you, baby... Nobody does...

~They got into the shower and the warmth sent shivers up his spine. But he kept Niki in there until the water ran cold. And then they got out, toweled off and dressed. When they went downstairs, they'd find Hawk on the sofa. He looked up at the two and Devin smiled.~

You can crash in our room if you want. We're gonna stay up with Finn tonight...

~Hawk smiled, pushed up.~

I'm think he said there was another room... it's cool...

~Hawk started to pass the two and then stopped.~

If you need me to stay up with him, it's cool. I can...

~Devin smiled and nodded.~

Thanks...

~The coyote went up the steps and after a little while Ace and Finn appeared. The Beta had intentions of staying up with Finn. But it was hard being awake 24 hours a day for days on end. When he saw Devin and Niki, he suddenly felt relief. Devin reached out and ruffled Finn's hair.~

So... there are movies here... vhs... but still... we can watch RAMBO!!! Your favorite!

[LittleDeadGrrl]

-Corbin ran his hand up and down Colt's spine. The warm water washed away all the dirt and grime that had built up over days. His brow furrowed then the wolf turned as he shrugged a bit absently ... -

I .. look can I trust you with something .. you can't tell anyone though?

-He waited for the wolf to agree before he was tugged in closer. He sighed closing his eyes s his forehead touched to Colt's ... -

Me and Hawk had a pack ... and ... what took out our pack ... may still be hunting us ...

-He pulled back a touch waiting for Colt to freak out on him. He knew it was a mistake to tell him and Hawk would hate him. Em listened to Hawk's voice smiling a bit. He rolled his eyes at the comment about his ass being in control of the coyote. He snorted faintly-

I already regret talking to you ... I change my mind ... don't be there when I come back coyote ...

-There was a smile in his voice thought as he spoke those words. He smiled a bit even more-

I am a vampire ... we never trust anyone... it's in our blood ... I'll be ok ...

-Nikita smiled when he was tugged in closer. He just enjoyed Devin's touch. Being close to the wolf always made him feel safe. Niki leaned into Devin watching Hawk push up and leave. He arched a brow when he offered to stay as well. It was a nice offer but he still knew the coyote's were hiding something from him. Finn snorted a bit pushing his brother a bit roughly, well it was gentle on his part, but he still had a hard time controlling his strength-

VHS ... Jesus ... and nobody likes Rambo ...

-He moved and dropped on the couch tugging Ace with him as he nuzzled into the wolf. He knew by the end of the movie Ace would be asleep. He tried so hard to stay awake with him all night but he couldn't. Finn leaned into Devin nuzzling into him before Niki pushed him off teasingly ... -

You got your wolf ... I got mine ... back off

[Synistergrrl]

~Colt listened and when Corbin got all serious, so did the wolf. He sighed a little bit but nodded.~

yeah... for sure.

~And then Corbin told him the truth and Colt just gave a smile and then a laugh.~

Shit... I thought you were gonna tell me like you were murders or something.

~He shook his head.~

Listen... everyone here, save for me and D are running from someone. And this group is kinda running from a pretty big bad... so, you guys, ya know... fit right in. You should have Hawk talk to Ren though... I think you'd find that you could maybe help each other....

~Hawk smirked at the retort.~

First you threaten me if I leave and second you tell me to go. Make up your mind, Bloodsucker...

~He teased, but then he shrugged.~

You trust some... alright. I know you'll be careful. I'll see ya soon, right?

~Ace was smirking as he dropped on the sofa and tugged Finn down with him.~

HEY... I like Rambo....

~Devin sort of laughed.~

You would....

~Devin's arms went around Niki before he nuzzled into the fox.~

So go pick something out to watch... We can hunt later... be kinda good to get a feel of the surrounding land...

[LittleDeadGrrl]

-Corbin frowned shaking his head quickly ... -

Hawk likes us to keep that to ourselves ... he wouldn't wanna tell Ren ... and risk having the alpha kick us off the land ... but ... maybe ... I'll tell him ... but you gotta swear not to tell no one ...

-Corbin reached out tugging the wolf to him as he pressed his forehead to his own glad someone else knew thought Colt didn't know it all. Not about the stealing or the killing. Elsewhere Em grinned a bit-

I can do what I want coyote ... see you in a few days ...

-Em hung up. Downstairs Finn grinned a bit ... -

Well if Ace like Rambo we can watch that ...

-He teased the wolf leaning in as he claimed his lips a bit before popping in the VHS and turning on the TV moving at that lightning fast speed the others had sort of grown accustomed too. It still spooked Nikita a bit but he relaxed next to Devin as the foursome watched the movie. They'd hunt afterwards although he doubted that Ace would make it that far. The wolf was already looking half asleep leaning into Finn as he was. The fox sighed staring out the window a bit wondering where Jules was and what he was doing. He couldn't wait to hunt ... to put on his fur and stretch and relax ... -