Caleb stood in darkness unable to even see the hand he held up before his face. He looked around at the darkness anger building up inside of him. Before he could attempt to yell out a growl rumbled through the air vibrating his skull his whole body shaking from the force of it. Slowly the growl faded away leaving silence as Caleb shook his head and looked around again.<br/><br/>“Ahh, finally we can speak, insolent whelp.” The voice was at once both deep and shrill the pressure of it pushing against him and filling him up inside. Caleb felt dizzy as the words tore through the air the presence of the voice was stifling.<br/><br/>“Oh, perhaps you are not as strong as you think you are.” The voice spoke again in a condescending tone laughter following soon after. Caleb could feel the hackles on his neck raise as he shook with a building anger. As he opened his mouth to speak no sound emerged. His eyes widening Caleb yelled as loudly as he could to no avail, somehow the darkness silenced him as well as blinded him. The laughter returned even louder.<br/><br/>“Maybe I should have said I can speak.” Laughter again. Caleb was furious as he yelled out silently against the void. After a few moments Caleb’s anger ran out and he was left there feeling completely helpless.<br/><br/>“Ahh it seems you have finished your temper tantrum.” Caleb just glared into the darkness too tired to be angry. “Good now you can stand there and listen to me. Maria is mine. You promised her to me and you will fulfill your end.”<br/><br/>The mention of Maria brought new energy to Caleb as he let out a growl. The sound of his growl echoing out into the darkness surprised Caleb into cutting it short. Confusion spread across his brain as he tried to speak, once again without success. Once again laughter spread out through the darkness vibrating through his body.<br/><br/>“Well I will admit that was somewhat impressive. But it is to no avail. No matter how hard you fight Maria is already mine. You lost her the moment you spoke those words in the forest that day.” Caleb felt his fury rise again he yelled out letting out small sounds. He kept trying as hard as he could until he eventually succeeded.<br/><br/>“Maria is mine.” Caleb manages to choke out weakly the effort exhausting him. As he stood there panting the laughter returned again.<br/><br/>“No Caleb she is mine and as time goes on this will become more and more clear. Just finish it. Give Maria to me and go enjoy your life with Lola. I know how much you like her.” Caleb looked around horrified as laughter boomed around him. Caleb’s horror turned to anger and then into resolve as he straightened his shoulders and looked defiantly into the darkness.<br/><br/>“I will not give Maria to anyone. They are both mine.” Caleb’s word rang loud and clear in the darkness. There was silence for a few moments as Caleb’s words echoed in the darkness and then laughter again. Caleb glared into the darkness with anger.<br/><br/>“Well Caleb keep trying, but I will smash your world to pieces around you. You will pay for your defiance.” Caleb could feel the anger of the voice heavy in the air suffocating him.<br/><br/>Caleb woke up violently coughing and wheezing as he felt the sweet air grace his lungs. The sudden light dazed Caleb for a few seconds before his eyes adjusted and he found himself looking up at Lola. It was daytime now the sun shining down exposing the campsite now a mess. Taking a few deep breaths Caleb calmed his heart and looked back at Lola.<br/><br/>“What happened? I remember a crash and then darkness.” Caleb spoke slowly his mouth dry and hard to move. Raising his hand to his temple he winced as a dull thudding pain pulsed in his brain.<br/><br/><span style="color: #40BF40">Lola had backed up quickly at Caleb's sudden rise. His chest rising and falling as he regained his breathing. Quickly she reverted back to her human form. "Something was in the woods, but I never saw it. And you just fell so I kept watch over till now" she said kneeling beside him a hand gently stroking his cheek. "You worried me" she said meekly. </span><br/><br/>Caleb smiled gently at Lola as the dull pain slowly faded from his skull. Reaching up Caleb grabbed Lola’s hand and held it gently.<br/><br/>“I am starting to think worrying people might be a skill set of mine. Thank you for watching over me.” Caleb closed his eyes and let out a deep sigh as he sat up resting his head in his hand as a wave of dizziness swept over him. “I think I need some water.”<br/><span style="color: #40BF40"><br/>Lola smiled weakly "My pleasure" she said a slight blush covering her face. Lola nodded at Caleb's words "then we'll head towards the river, before heading back to the village. Sound like a plan?" She said her voice clearly perking up. <br/></span><br/>Caleb nodded and pushed himself up to his feet automatically stumbling forwards before managing to catch himself and staying upright. Chuckling softly Caleb looked over to Lola.<br/><br/>“Seems I am going to need to rely on you a bit more before this day is out. I hope you don’t mind.” Caleb straightened up still wobbly as he looked around the campsite his eyes stopping on the fallen tree. “First I would like to take a look at the tree. Something about it doesn’t sit right with me.”<br/><br/>Caleb lifted up his nose and took a deep breath the normal smells of the forest mingled with the faint stench of rot. Something was terribly wrong. Caleb looked back at Lola the light smile on his lips failed to touch the worry clouding his eyes.<br/><br/><span style="color: #40BF40">Lola shook her head slightly her strawberry blonde hair shaking around her. A slight smile on her lips as she watched Caleb work to find his footing. "I think I'll survive" she said as she let out a light chuckle. Lola merrily nodded as she waited for him, her gaze moving around them. The fire had long gone out, the slight shift of movement under her feet as she made it to edge of the campsite. <br/></span><br/>Caleb moved slowly and unsteadily towards the base of the fallen tree every so often one of his feet would catch on a branch and he would stumble forward barely managing to stay on his feet. As he came upon the end of the tree where Caleb gazed upon a terrible sight. The base of the tree was rotted at the core the bark had simply fallen off revealing the rotted nature under the healthy veneer of the fallen tree. Reaching down Caleb put his hand on the tree the simple pressure of his touch causing part of the tree to fall to the ground in a pile of dust. Caleb looked at the tree in horror.<br/><br/>“What the hell is this?” Caleb’s words echoed in the still air around him as he stared at the decaying tree. How was a rot able to consume a tree like this so quickly. “This is not good.”<br/><span style="color: #40BF40"><br/>Lola watched as Caleb inspected the rotted tree, it's branches and leaves scattered around it like a fallen soldier. She watched as it became a mere pile of sand. Shock and surprise coursed through her. "How is that even possible?" She asked her brows knitted together in confusion. <br/></span><br/>Caleb shook his head in confusion immediately regretting it as another wave of dizziness hit him. Caleb managed to stand up and turn to face Lola. concern plastered across his face Caleb looked around the clearing then back at Lola.<br/><br/>“I have no idea but we should start moving. I need water and there is no telling when more hunters will show up.” Caleb took a second to let his eyes roam up and down Lola’s naked form a small grin spread on his face, his cheeks flushed. “And someone might get the right idea if they found us like this. Also if we were both clothed I might actually be able to think more clearly.”<br/><br/>Caleb regretfully tore his eyes away from Lola’s body looking in the direction of the river. As he took his first step towards the river Caleb’s legs gave out and he fell to the ground with a thud. Letting out a groan Caleb pushed himself back to his feet and looked back at Lola.<br/><br/>“I think I am going to need your help to walk Lola. I hope you don’t mind.” Caleb smiled lightly back at Lola barely masking the dull throbbing pain that had began to course through his brain again.<br/><span style="color: #40BF40"><br/>Lola watched the concern cover Caleb's features. Merely him another quick nod but as his gaze returned to her again. His eyes lingered over her, pride and nervousness coursed through her. A small smirk on the corner of her lips. She said nothing merrily turning away. "You so sure of that now?" Her tone confident.  <br/><br/>As she watched Caleb trudge alone she had to hold back a giggle.  Her head shaking again "my goodness. Guess I can't just leave you here, I am pretty fond of you" she said teasingly. With soft quick steps she was at his side her form positioning herself to hold him up. Her arm reached around keeping Caleb close to her skin to skin. Again the warmth of him tempted her. Her breathing shallower again, Lola tried to focus on the direction they were going. <br/></span><br/>Caleb smiled as Lola moved to his side and helped support him as he stood up the feel of her naked skin against his sending electricity shooting through his body. Caleb let out an almost inaudible moan as he stood up and felt their skin rub against each other. Lola felt so soft. Caleb automatically began to blush s he felt his whole body grow warmer. Her scent was heavy around him as he turned and looked at her their faces only a few inches apart. He could feel her breathing and her heartbeat the blood rushing through her body.<br/><br/>“Well I am glad you are so fond of me. I have grown to like you as well.” Caleb blushed and hoped Lola wouldn’t notice how his body reacted to their close proximity.<br/><br/><span style="color: #40BF40">Lola sucked in a sharp breath, Caleb's scent enticing her. For a moment she lingered in his gaze, the need in his face. The warmth that coursed through her demanding to be heard. She swallowed hard trying to cause any action then the one her body screamed for. She had been so close to him last night and here again she found herself wrapped in his arms. His face inclined to hers, want in his green eyes. <br/><br/>Lola closed her eyes as she tried to breath slowly through her nose moving her face slightly to the side. Tearing herself from his gaze. Lola let out a labored chuckle "So I've noticed, best you don't forget that sweet Caleb.”</span><br/><br/>Caleb fund his smile fade as he looked into Lola’s eyes and realized that he truly did care for her. She was something else and yet as he looked on her thoughts of Maria floated into his head. Maria the only woman he had ever loved she had been his since childhood and yet here he was with Lola. Did he also love Lola? Did that make his actions any better? Caleb closed his eyes and took a few ragged breaths his thoughts swirling. He felt like he had betrayed Maria and yet he didn’t want to let go of Lola either. Maria and Lola. Caleb smiled as he thought about both of them so different yet they each had managed to find a place in his heart. He had to wonder if that made him a bad person or if his heart had enough room for more than one love.<br/><br/>Caleb leaned over and kisses Lola on the cheek as he started to walk towards the river. The sun beating down on them what had last night been hidden by flickering shadows in the darkness was now totally exposed. He felt his heart slow down and yet his whole body was agonizingly aware of their bodies contact. Caleb laughed to himself as he realized how precarious his position was. Perhaps this was all Fenrir’s plan make him fall in love with another so he would loosen his grasp on Maria or let it go completely. But that wouldn’t happen. Even if he had to lose Maria’s love forever he would not give her to Fenrir. Caleb smiled again he would have to just keep moving forward and fight until the end. Glancing over at Lola Caleb licked his lips.<br/><br/>“So Lola. Tell me what are you thinking right now?” Caleb talked softly and watched her reaction out of the corner of his eye. Perhaps he wouldn’t have to use her to save Maria. But if he did he hoped that Lola would forgive him.<br/><br/><span style="color: #40BF40">Lola's heart beat in her chest like a drum, betraying her once again. The soft and sweet act of affection from Caleb had almost undone her. But still she averted her gaze but as his soft words fell upon her she was still unsure how she felt. "Im thinking dear Caleb that a lot has happened the past few days. And it's all very" she paused as she ran her tongue over her lips. " Complicated, your complicated" she finished giving a sideway glance a softness in her eyes. But the sobering note of her words led her eyes a bit distant. </span><br/><br/>Caleb let out a small chuckle at Lola’s words. Caleb smiled and shook his head as they kept walking his gaze still focused on her.<br/><br/>“I am not all that complicated Lola. In fact I am quite simple. It seems to me that it is the world that is complicated.” Caleb let the silence linger for a moment the only sound was that of birds chirping in the trees. After a few minutes Caleb spoke again.<br/><br/>“Tell me what do you think of Fenrir?” Caleb kept his breathing calm as he watched her silently.<br/><br/><span style="color: #40BF40">Confusion held in Lola's features  to Caleb's words. She spare him a side look before looking where she was going once again. "He is our god, our creator. We exist because of him" she let out a chuckle. " Why would you ask such a thing? I know very well that we are all taught the legend of our story of the first wolf" she said even as a slight prickle of fear nagged down her spine. </span><br/><br/>Caleb felt his heart beat faster as he spoke to Lola knowing how dangerous his path was. One wrong step and he would fall and lose everything. Caleb let the arm wrapped around Lola’s shoulders rise up and gently stroke her hair.<br/><br/>“If Fenrir came down from the sky and asked you to kill me. Would you?” Caleb clenched his teeth together as he spoke knowing that he may have no choice with Lola but to treat her as an enemy. He could feel it even now, that everyone of his clan mates was a potential enemy. When the choice between those you know and Fenrir sadly most would choose the god. How many times has he heard the excuse that the death of one is a small price for the safety and health of the pack? It was something that was drilled into him since birth. Even then he never felt it was right. “Would you place Fenrir before your family?”<br/><br/><span style="color: #40BF40">Lola froze her stomach rolling as her mind and heart reeled. "But why would he do such a thing you're our alpha? The next to lead us, he is supposed to watch over us". She said her words higher than she'd meant. "Besides no one has seen him for thousands of years, what would he want with our small pack" she said as she tried to push away the sickening feeling in her heart. <br/><br/>A nervous chuckle escaped her "In all reality were his descendants. We are his family but he's stone, and were flesh. So I chose what I can see" she said trying to feel confident about her words. Caleb's touch softening her resolution e once again. His words seeding fear in her heart. She couldn't explain why she felt that way only that it was there. </span><br/><br/>Caleb frowned as he listened to Lola would she feel that way if she had felt what he had? Spoken with Fenrir as he had? Caleb shook his head chasing his doubts away he could only make his actions and hope for the best.<br/><br/>“Who knows Fenrir’s true designs. Why does he need so many wives? Why must we sacrifice our loved ones for him? I feel that there is a storm coming something that will take a toll on our world.” Caleb stopped and looked Lola in the eyes his usual wolfish grin was replaced by a serious expression his eyes were lacking his usual warmth. “I hope you will be ready. I fear that we will all have many difficult choices ahead of us.” Caleb studied Lola’s face and could see the fear she tried to hide. Was he pushing too hard? All he could do is wait for her.<br/><br/><span style="color: #40BF40">Many things drifted into Lola's mind but as Caleb responded. One thought rang true, <span style="font-style: italic">With great power must come sacrafice</span>. He spoke as if he knew something was wrong, all she could do was breath. So much complication. "This is true for all great leaders, and of it's people. I trust you'll lead us correctly or we'll die. But we all make our choices dear Caleb". Her words hung with a great ominous tone. She had chosen to follow him down this path. To share a life with him. She would endure and prove her worth. Even as the fear nagged at her soul  that things would only get worse. </span><br/><br/>Caleb smiled and started walking again pulling away from Lola as he was able to walk by himself again. He Still stumbled a bit but otherwise capable of walking on his own. He took a deep breath and released it his headache was gone at least for the moment.<br/><br/>“Lola what if the path I lead us down does not hold what you desire? What if all I can offer you is heartbreak? Would you still follow me?” Caleb grimaced as he spoke those words knowing that the question was not just for Lola. Would any of them make it out of this unhurt?<br/><br/><span style="color: #40BF40">Lola tried not to seem sad as Caleb's warm form no longer encased her. "I made my choice Caleb. If I can't run forward due to fear then I would not be worthy for an ounce of your affection." Her words soft as the disappointment seeped through. "And what is hurt but the sum of all the happiness I could claim. To have it all is worth the a sense of it" she tried to feel brave and okay with the thought of bearing a broken heart. <br/><br/>She had a deep affection for Caleb and feeling his affection how ever brief was intoxicating. His affections promised many things. A change in her life that would not have been able to make alone. This was about Maria and the finality of that thought already stung Lola's heart. But she kept her face like steel. She would not betray her heart once again. </span><br/><br/>Caleb smiled to himself at Lola’s words she was far braver than he was. He had to wonder was he really protecting Maria anymore or was he just defying Fenrir. Perhaps they were one in the same at this point. Caleb knew that at the very least he wanted to keep Lola by his side. He slowed down to walk beside her the sound of the river was faint in the distance as they walked.<br/><br/>“Tell me Lola what do you think of Maria?”<br/><br/><span style="color: #40BF40">Lola's gaze turned dark "She is the daughter of the Beta. Next in line to your hand or teeth. Trouble follows her though always has" she said remembering the lose Maria had to endure. Lola noticed the slower pace in Caleb's steps and she remained to act as if she hadn't noticed. "The river is close, we should hurry". <br/></span><br/>Caleb let out a chuckle and put a hand out letting it fall gently on Lola’s wrist. Stopping he smiled at her amused with her reaction to his question.<br/><br/>“Trouble follows us all Lola. It is the gift Fenrir has given us. Maria is strong though.” Caleb smiled as he thought about Maria. He let his eyes stare deep into Lola and smiled again this time for her.<br/><br/>“I think perhaps you should get to know her better. You are both important to me I would like to see you get along if it is possible.” Caleb smiled warmly his wolfish grin had returned as he stared deeply into Lola’s eyes. “I need you both to stay safe and alive or I will have no path to walk.”<br/><br/>With those last words Caleb began walking towards the river again his pace slightly faster and more solid. Caleb stretched his muscles as he walked feeling much better than he had since he woke up.<br/><br/><span style="color: #40BF40">Lola's gaze soured a slight pout forming on her lips. But with a reluctant sigh she nodded in response "I will try, but I don't have to like her" she said defiantly her nose lifting into the air. Only lowering it to watch Caleb as his strides began to strengthen and power return to his form.  </span><br/><br/>As he walked Caleb could hear the sound of the river getting closer. After a few moments Caleb found himself on a small outcrop hanging a few feet over the edge of the river. Standing on the edge Caleb turned around to look at Lola holding his hand out to her. A warm smile crossed his face as he looked at her.<br/><br/>“You are quite beautiful Lola.” Caleb spoke softly as he looked at her. A sudden shift in the ground beneath his feet sent him falling off the ledge towards the river. Caleb stretched his hand out farther his eyes widened in surprise.<br/><br/>“Whoa!” Caleb let out a shout as he started falling.<br/><br/><span style="color: #40BF40">Caleb's words warmed her even though she still felt a surge of stubbornness. With his hand stretched out and his charming smile gleaming at her. He was a daft man, and she enjoyed this part. His compliment was sweet as honey she wasn't sure if he was just playing coy or flattering her for some reason. But as she watched him through slitted eyes and a wicked grin. <br/><br/>She watched as Caleb fell back the earth under his feet giving way. "Oh no!" She yelped as she watched him fall. After the initial fall and the sound of the water as Caleb hit it. Lola rushed over her hazel eyes wide. But as she peered over the small ledge looking at the soaked, naked called she couldn't help the rising smile. A bright laugh erupted through her. Her face bright and full of life. "Oh my silly Alpha, how you seem to fall into so much trouble" she said leaning her head onto her palm her head tilting to the side gently. "Would you like more help sweet?" She asked with a gentle teasing tone</span>.<br/><br/>Caleb let out a groan as he lay partially in the water his head pounding once more. Caleb opened and closed his eyes his vision blurred and darkened. After a few moments Caleb’s sight cleared showing Lola standing at the top of the outcropping looking down on him a wicked grin on her face. Caleb closed his eyes and gently laid his head back down in the shallow water. Letting out a laugh Caleb remained on his back his limbs sprawled out.<br/><br/>“You know I am starting to wonder if maybe it is the women in my life that are leading me into these troubles. But yes I would love it if you helped me.” Caleb remained laying on his back letting his head float slightly in the water his body still sore. Caleb couldn’t manage to summon the motivation to get up the water was cool and felt good on his body and the sky looked wonderful. As his eyes drifted to Lola looking down at him he felt a mixture of emotions rise up in his chest. Happiness and sadness swirled around inside of him and anger pulsed through him overshadowing the others.<br/><br/>He like Lola he really did but Maria was always there in his thoughts. He loved Maria she was the person he held above all others. But now there was Lola he couldn’t deny the feelings of happiness he had when he was around her. Was it just the last night speaking for him. The danger and adrenaline creating feelings that weren’t there, or was it Fenrir. The anger flashed across his face for a split second as he thought of Fenrir. If only he wasn’t the alpha he could have been with Maria and they wouldn’t have to hide it. He was so tired of hiding how he felt and how careful they had to be barely being able to spend time together.<br/><br/>Then there was Lola there was no problem with her they had never promised each other. But there was still that problem he was the alpha and it was decided that he would lose his first mate. Caleb closed his eyes, it seemed almost inevitable that he would have to lose someone. But he would not lose Maria, never Maria. Yet he didn’t want to lose Lola either. Would he still feel the same about her in a few days? He wasn’t sure anymore which of his feelings were his.<br/><br/>Isn’t Lola lovely? Isn’t she the perfect mate for you? She loves you you can love her back. Let Maria go and you can enjoy your life with Lola. A long happy life.<br/><br/>The voice echoed through his head and Caleb opened his eyes resolve surging through him again. No he would not lose Maria. He would not give up anyone without a fight. Letting his eyes focus on Lola Caleb smiled warmly. She was lovely.<br/><br/>“So are you going to come down here and help me up?” Caleb spoke in a teasing voice his eyes sparkled with mischief.<br/><br/><span style="color: #40BF40">Lola's features never changed but her watchful eyes had caught the slight glimpse of anger behind Caleb's features. But she bit her tongue only showing him her dazzling smile. <span style="font-style: italic">What was that?</span> her mind questioned as it scratched at the question. "I have no choice it seems" she called out her voice teasing and dramatic. A small giggle filling the air as she made her way to Caleb. Her feet gently going from grass to rock the cool splash of water against her toes making her shiver. Balancing on her toes she squatted down, barring Caleb from the view of her flesh. <br/><br/>One hand out stretched to Caleb as she smiled at him. "You'll catch your death if you stay in there" she chided. <br/></span><br/>Caleb grinned up at Lola as he reached his hand out and gently held it. Pulling himself up onto his feet Caleb kept Lola’s hand in his own.<br/><br/>“That would be very unfortunate especially since I am fishing for something other than my own death.” With that last word Caleb grinned evilly at Lola as he pulled her up to him moving his hands quickly to her waist. Caleb leaned down and gave her a quick kiss on her lips before tightening his hands around her waist and tossing her into the river. Caleb let out a playful laugh as he looked after Lola.<br/><br/>“See much better things to fish for.” Caleb grinned and crouched down, the water moving gently past his ankles.<br/><span style="color: #40BF40"><br/>A shriek filled the air between them as the cold water lapped at her bare legs. The warmth of Caleb's grip the tingle of his lips on hers. It had all caught her off guard, his boyish grin flashing in her mind as she remained within Caleb's touch. Seeking his comfort as the cool water moved along. Her gaze averted as embarrassment flowed in her cheeks. <br/><br/>"Never took you for playing possum." Her voice short, her temper coming through. "But I guess I can't complain" her gaze seeking Caleb's, softness in them. Her hands lingering on his chest. "Come on no matter how long you play possum the result is the same we need to go back. They'll get worried" she said pushing back gently breaking the contact. Her body swiftly turning, her back to Caleb. "Want me to race you"? she said her tone confident. As her form shimmered and shook till flesh was no more and fur remained. Her hazel eyes turning to him, a playful bark escaping her muzzle. </span><br/><br/>Caleb smiled fondly at Lola, she was right they should head back. A few strides was all it took for caleb to stand next to her. Reaching down Caleb ran his hand through her fur gently as he looked towards the far side of the river.<br/><br/>“Perhaps another time. I still need to grab my clothes. If you lead me to your rock I should be able to find it easy enough.” Caleb shifted into his wolf his body shook as he finished the transformation, something felt strange but Caleb couldn’t put his paw on it. Shaking it off Caleb tilted his head and lowered the front of his body slightly in a mock bow at Lola.<br/><br/><span style="color: #40BF40">Lola rumbled with approval at Caleb's touch, soft, warm and full of comfort. But his words brought a pleading whine from her muzzle her hazel eyes looking up at him. She understood , but she didn't have to be happy about it. Lola held her head up as she trotted past Caleb her tail swiping at him gently. <br/><br/>Gently she trotted along following the trail along the river. It's rushing sound sweeping past them. The smooth surface of her rock greeted her paws. Her gaze returning to her Caleb, as he neared her head nuzzled under his affectionately. </span><br/><br/>Caleb tilted his head against hers and let her nuzzle him. Pulling back Caleb gave Lola a quick lick across her muzzle before trotting off away from the river and towards his clothes. It didn’t take him long to find his clothes the smell of his blood still lingered faintly. It took only a few minutes for Caleb to shift back and put on his clothes. Stretching his arms over his head Caleb started walking back towards the village.<br/><br/>~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~<br/><br/>Jake slammed his fists down onto his desk anger filling him to the point of shaking. First Caleb brings a bleeding omega into his house, claiming it attacked Maria, then he and Maria vanish. Letting out a low growl Jake let his eye roam around the room stopping at each of the wolves for a few seconds before moving on. His eyes daring any of them to speak. Letting his eyes fall upon the wolf in front of him he spoke every ounce of willpower keeping his words from  devolving into yet another growl.<br/><br/>“So Maria is no where to be found. My son has run off to who knows where once again, and now you are telling me that not only did the omega escape but it killed the two guards on it’s way out?!” Jake shuddered, anger mixing with fear at the thought of a rabies infected werewolf on the loose. One with a never before seen strain at that. Forcing his muscles to relax Jake took a deep breath and sat back into his chair.  Calming himself Jake looked around the room once more.<br/><br/>“Ok gather as many people as possible without leaving the town undefended. I want you to hunt down this omega. Everyone is to move in groups of no less than three. Until this omega is captured and put down we will have a curfew. I do not want anyone out after dark.” Jake waved his hand to dismiss the men. As one of them opened the door Jake spoke again as an afterthought. “And I want Caleb and Maria brought before me the moment they are found.”<br/><br/>With that Jake grabbed a few papers and began reading, diving back into the world of paperwork.