Hidden Secrets

Hidden Secrets padded down the cement silently as possible claws clicking on the asphault. She came to a stop at a fenced in backyard. She looked at her own home. she wondered if anyone lived there now after her fighting past.

Tesla

The shaggy dirt brown brute pawed his way in, scruffy head held low in contempt; passing the female unwarily and crowding near a trash can. He had just walked out on possibly his one chance for love, all for the price of his freedom. Was the ability to remain untied and unloyal to any surrounding pack really such an admirable trait? Was he really such a noble animal, that his allegiance was only to himself?
...That was not entirely the case-he had allegiances; Azra was one of his fonder hobbies, but the pack life was like a plague he wanted to avoid. He wanted a mate, he wanted a family...but he wanted to be free. He was selfish, and he knew this, but as a free-spirited rogue he knew nothing else.
.And that was the sad part.

Hidden Secrets

Hidden Secrets sniffed at the fence gate to the backyard that used to be home. She found it unlatched and pushed it open with a creek. Her white wolf tail began to swing side to side. Old smells filled her nostrils. She saw something walk behind her and she turned to see the brute pass by. It had been awhile since she had seen others and let out a friendly yip.

Tesla

The dirt brown brute looked to her with dull orange optics, his cranium barely acknowledged her with a flick of his lowered auds. Weary and drained paws lowered his haunches to the cold cement beside the barrel, eyes glancing back at her. He heaved a heavy sigh, the femme only reminding him of his recent decision, and turned away, afraid to continue looking.

Azra

She rounded the last corner and stopped, there he was, with another she-beast. She smiled at the familiar coat, for all she could see was his backside. A glance was given at the female, no trace of jealously was found, just complete happiness. She stood there silently in sudden worry, what if he didn't want her around anymore? A step back was given but she stopped, she couldn't just flee in worry. He could tell her, he was right there after all. She made no noise, not wanting to make a big entrance nor disrupt their conversation.

Tesla

He lifted his brown cranium, a familiar scent drifting toward his muzzle. She was here. She had returned. HE lowered his ears, lifting himself up and looking around. At first he did not see her, but knew she was there. His eyes adjusted to the different light, and he turned to her, feeling a sudden surge of energy run through his spine. "A-azra? What are you doing here? Surely your pack needs you..." He had not hint of spite pr anger in his voice.

Azra

Azra shook her tail hesitantly at first, but more wildly as he spoke. She shook her head, "it ended up that it was only him, it wouldn't be the same. Also, I would feel as if I abandoned you if I choose to stay..." she spoke softly, watching him for any reactions.

Tesla

He lowered his head slightly, embarassed at his crass nature.
"Azra, you shouldn't have done that...You wish to have a pack, and you deserve to have one..." Sighing he looked up. "I don't deserve a friend like you, one so unselfish and caring." He grew quiet, contemplating.
He cared deeply for Azra, his heart ached to be with her; but something inside insisted he let her live her life-the way she truly wanted to.

Hidden Secrets

"I'll let you two be." She took one last look at her old home before she began to walk off on padded claws. It had been awhile since she had been wild like this. She was going to have to find someone to be with soon to stay with, being so alone like this didn't suit her. It felt...felt...so....lonley. Soemthing she didn't like.

Azra

The small she-wolf drooped slightly, her tail not wagging as hard and ears limp as he first spoke. Oh, did she want to have a pack life again! Something was always going on, a new member, a bunch of cubs, finding something new about the other members. She didn’t care much of the position, though she showed all respect needed, but more of the social benefit.
She titled her head as her attention was momentarily brought to the other female as she spoke, a friendly smile was given. She felt bad that they made her feel that she must leave the spot which looked as if it meant a lot to her, as well as leave her alone, but the matter on hand must be solved. She gave a little wag and a smile of a cross between sorry and appreciation. She watched her leave, thinking about all what was going on.
Her ears brought the rest of his message to her; did he really think that of her? She gave a small smile but quickly shifted her gaze to her front paws; she never knew how to accept a compliment in a situation like this, mainly because this was her first time being in a spot like this. Thoughts ran through her confused mind, for a reason she not yet realized, she too wanted to be around the male, even if it meant she could not go back to the pack life.
Finally she opened her mouth, only to close it again. She sighed softly then spoke softly, "I want to be with you..."

Tesla

He lifted his cranium, surprise unhidden deep within his eyes. His maw dropped slightly, but no words managed to escape them; he was unsure of what to say. For awhile he was unsure of what to say, thoughts racing through his mind. She chose him over a pack? That must mean something-somethingg reat perhaps? Or perhaps he had ruined something special for her.
A revelation occured in his mind-apparently she had some sort of feelings for the raggedy male, just as he did for her; if the latter were true, he would do anything for her...anything.
"Azra...are you sure you know what you're saying?" He decided not to speak the thoughts going through his mind, for fear something would cause him to wuss out and he would be unable to complete the task at hand. "Surely..." He trailed off, but didn't really want her to change her mind; selfish as the thought was.
He gave her a slight nuzzle, awkwardly, as if he were unsure of what to do; then stepped back, looking away sheepishly.

Azra

Thousands of thoughts ran through her head just after she spoken, one of them being that she felt something for this wolf. A slight panic rushed to her, apparent in her eyes. If he too had the same feelings, she would probably not want to leave him, stay with him even. That was perfectly fine in her mind, but what about her dreams of pack-life? What would happen to that? Would she ever help another raise her young? Participate in a pack hunt? She feverishly looked around, her breathing suddenly quick, not really focusing on anything, what would she do?
Realizing what she may look like the young she-beast tried to calm herself down, and was able to accomplish this in a surprisingly quick time, at least in time to hear what Tesla had to say. Surely what? Her logic hadn't quite come back yet... she paused, sitting almost perfectly still in concentration and thought, was this really what she wanted? She almost jumped to her feet when he nuzzled her, not expecting it at all. She sat rigid for a moment but relaxed, everything was going to be fine. She gave the first smile in a long while, though small it was. Everything was going to be fine. She made a chewing movement, as if words were hard to come by, but she finally managed to speak, "Yes, this is what I want..." she paused but then added hesitantly, "as long as you too want this..." She got to her feet and licked his muzzle gently, equally awkwardly if not more than his nuzzle. She leaned back but kept standing, her tail wagging gently, and a hopeful smile present.

Tesla

Hold me close now, hold me tight, don't let go of me tonight
You're all I want, you're all I need
Hold me close now, hold me tight, and don't let go of me tonight
Sweet paradise, yeah

He gave her a brilliant smile, unable to keep his intensity down.
"Yes, yes, this is what I want." He grew quiet for a moment, hoping this wasn't a dream. "I've been attracted to you since we first met. I couldn't have asked for a better friend or companion." He said, looking deeply at her with muddy orange eyes.
He knew his appearance was scragly, but perhaps that would change.
Lowering his optics he became conspicuously quiet, as if contemplating something. He finally spoke.
"You know, with this decision, I have made a decision of my own..." He looked up at her, adoration filtering through his orbs. "If we, um, you know, have a family, they would need some place to stay...I know from experience that pups really don't do so well living an unsheltered life." He released a wolfish blush, and diverted his eyes. "So, perhaps both you and I could sometime....find a pack?"
The words barely escaped his mouth in a whisper of breath, but he had said it. He had done what he thought unthinkable; but it had to come to this sometime. He was glad it was with the one he cared about.

Glad it was affection, and not otherwise, that drove him to this.
How I love all of those crazy little things you've said and done for me
You're the one for me
Darlin', dry your eyes, I can't stand to see you cry

Azra

Azra smiled but kept quiet as he spoke excitedly; it was funny, she didn’t even notice that he was attracted to her this whole time. She smiled at herself, 'observant aren’t we?' she teased herself. She matched his gaze when he paused, smiling sweetly. Her tail wagged more furiously, she was surprisingly happy. She never thought she would be so happy outside of pack life. She tilted her head slightly as he lowered his gaze, figuring out he was thinking over something.
The jezebel listened to him intently, a growing excitement could be seen in her eyes, was he about to say what she thought he was about to say? It was hard to smother her excitement all she wanted to do was howl as loud and long as she could, telling the whole world of her happiness. He wanted to bring her into pack life, and have pups! Have pups? The meaning of those words just hit her, but no fear was shown in her eyes. She always wanted pups of her own, but never vocalized it.
She smiled great and big, "you really mean it? I mean, you really want to?" Practically her whole body was shaking with excitement, she would of never thought she would of got both Tesla and pack life.

Tesla

Who's the one that makes you happy?
Or maybe, who's the one always on your mind?
And who is the reason you're living for?
Who's the reason for your smile?

He grinned, blushing deeply in a wolfish way, and nodded.
"Yes, it's time for me to give up my selfish ways...When you care about someone, you'll do anything for them." He gave her a less awkward nuzzle, enjoying her warmth and company.
This wouldn't be too bad-he would never be alone, and protection, as well as a more nourishing life would be ahead. It was a time for change, and sometimes, sometimes, change was good.
He enjoyed her exitement, his grin unstoppable as he gazed upon her, his own enjoyment visible. He had never felt this way, but thanked the fates for pulling her into his life.

And you're the one that makes me happy
Oh yeah baby
And you're the one always on my mind
Well then I guess it's true
You are my reason
My one and only
That I've been living for
Why can't forever be
Forever and nothing more?

Azra

Azra smiled, licking his muzzle as he nuzzled her. She just stood there for a moment, soaking in all the happy things that occurred. She didn't even know it was possible for her to be this happy.
Suddenly a large noise startled Azra, as if some animal just knocked over a garbage can. Azra instantly jumped behind Tesla in alarm, in the same time swinging around to face the direction of the noise. As the echoes died off she smiled sheepishly, a noise that would only startle her a little she found to be much more terrorizing in this still strange land.
"Um..." she spoke softly, "maybe we should go back to the wild lands before I loose my head." She smiled at the male, the one she chose to be with, waiting for a response.

Tesla

If only words could explain
I'd surely tell ya now
How I feel about everything
I'd never let you down
And you better believe
You can count on me
I couldn't ask for a better friend
I'll never love like this again (oh no)

He nodded; while he was accustomed more to this type of environment, the sudden change in mood had made his unprepared for the immediate noise. He gavae her a grin and stood up, touching noses with her gently.
"Yeah, how about we venture to the Ashen Domes? It would probably be good recooperation." He said; hunger was still faint, but emotional fatigue was strong, and a safe place to rest would be their best bet.

What does that really mean?
I'd never know for sure
I don't know what to believe
I only know what I'm feeling
I'm going to a place
I've never been before
I just cant help myself
Can't help what I'm feeling

Azra

She nodded her head and smiled, "that would be fine, as long as you lead the way. I still don't know my way around..." She licked his face again and begun walking towards teh directions he came from. She soon stopped, looking voer her shoulder for Tesla.

Tesla

He gladly stepped forward and began the journey toward their new destination.