Kurok

Kurok watched his sisters play and enjoy being safe within a pack again and he watched his brother settle down and being content as a suboridinate however; he though still to wary of trying to lead a pack was not sitting well at being just a subordinate. Sure they had only been in the pack for like six or so months but he still didn't have a submissive attitude.

Currently Kurok stalked the edges of the territory debating on what to do. Demand from Starscream that he be given a higher rank or he'll leave? Or just continue on acting all submissive? In truth the second option felt a bit more appealing cause he didn't want to take the chance of leaving his siblings behind. His tail was held equal to his body at the moment.

Starscream

From Starscream's perspective, the pack was doing well, with an abundance of healthy, adult members and a lack of competition from their neighbors - though little did the alpha know, there was a lion pride that had moved in just south of their border. Unaware of that development, the only pressing thing that had been on the male's mind was Kurok. The big brute had seemed restless to him, and not as quick to lower his tail and and offer submission.

Catching a break from his alpha duties, the grizzled wolf had finally decided to confront Kurok on the issue. His banner was held high in the air as he followed after Kurok's trail, and once he caught up to the other male, Starscream gave a short, low bark to catch his attention.

Kurok

Kurok paced too and fro debating and fighting himself internally. AT least till he heard the bark. He stopped pacing and glanced over at Starscream. His tail grew stiff momentarily before finally lowering but he waited for the male to speak first as he just stared at him.

Starscream

When Kurok didn't immediately lower his tail, Starscream expanded his grizzled ruff to make himself appear larger, as a reminder to the other male that he wasn't to be messed with. Even after the wolf lowered his banner, Starscream continued to hold his posture high in authority, and put a little stiffness into his brisk stride to show that he meant business. "Well, is there anything you'd like to say to me, Kurok?" He started, eying the other up and down, as if expecting Kurok to suddenly challenge him. "You've been apart of the pack for several months now, but since day one you've been restless and on edge."

Kurok

Kurok wanted to answer that truthfully but he knew what would happen. It wasn't so much that he wanted to be an alpha right now cause if he did that and challenged Starscream he knew the whole pack besides maybe his siblings would attack him for it.

Sometimes he hated his dominant personality but no matter how hard he tried to let it go it just came right back.that is because I don't do well under authority persay Well he knew he was fine under an alpha but he wasn't fine with any others being over him or the possibility of others being over him.

I know I could leave if I want to but I can't leave my siblings so I let myself suffer the consequences

Starscream

Every move that Kurok made was being watched very closely by Starscream. He was a confident fighter and had displaced his sister's mate several months ago to secure his alpha rank, but he would avoid a physical fight if at all possible. For that reason, he continued to posture and monitor the other male, and grew a little more defensive at his words. "If you leave, I won't stop you." He started out by saying, "But if you stay, you will continue to submit to me and show due respect." The alpha's eyes narrowed as yet another warning for Kurok to mind his place, and he waited tensely for the other's response. As far as Star was concerned, he didn't care what position Kurok took in the pack, so long as the brute didn't try to usurp him.

Kurok

Kurok wanted to leave, to start his own pack but he knew his family would not come with him. They were all too scared to watch another sibling fail. His ears fall back slightly as his mind raced over his options. He never wanted to upsurged Starscream but unless he was given a known rank that everyone knew about he did not think he could stay. He glanced over the border and then to where he was sure his siblings were. Maybe it was time that they went their own seperate ways. Tell my siblings that I love themwas all he said before turning tail and running.

Starscream

Little did Starscream know that Kurok was not interested in being the alpha precisely, but merely wanted a higher rank in the pack. If only he'd known that, Star would have been a bit less aggressive than he was being now, because as it stood, Starscream thought this other brute was subtle challenging his authority, and he wanted to put a stop to it here and now. To the alpha's great surprise, Kurok did not challenge him... in fact, the wolf did the exact opposite. "You're leaving..?" There was little that Starscream could do after Kurok made his request and then turned tail and left the packland. For a few minutes, the leader pondered the sudden change of events as he stared after the retreating form of his previous pack member. Once it was clear that Kurok wasn't going to have a change of heart and come back, Starscream lifted his muzzle to the sky and howled, calling the rest of the pack to him; or at least, Kurok's siblings.

Kurok

Kurok had paused when he was only a few feet over the line. I never wanted to challenge you who gave my family a homehe said before turning to leave as Starscream called for his family. His ears were back and tail actually low as he left.

Torek Tayzeka & Hulia were napping together unaware of there brothers turmoil and then departure. Then Torek heard Starscreams call and got up yawning and nudged his sisters before replying and then moving in the alpha's direction. Torek kept his tail low as he moved to where his brother had just been standing and he could tell. What happened? He couldn't smell or see blood so he doubted there was a fight but why did his brother choose now to leave.

The sisters stared at each other and then at starscream

Starscream

Starscream was not expecting to see further signs of submission from Kurok, especially on his way out of the territory. But when the other brute paused, looked back, and offered a final explanation, the alpha had to consider his words. As eager as he was to get rid of any wolf who was a challenge to his authority, Kurok was a strong, highly beneficial member of the pack, and Star had to consider that... as well as what his siblings would think if he just allowed their brother to leave. After a moment of idecision, Starscream barked loudly to catch Kurok's attention, "Wait!" He paused for a second, then added, "As long as you're not going to threaten my rank..." Another pause, as he fought with the pros and cons of inviting Kurok back, "...you're welcome to return. Our pack needs strong individuals."

By this time, the three siblings had responded to his call, and Starscream felt a bit of awkwardness come over him. Amber eyes shifted from the retreating Kurok to his brother Torek, "Your brother has made the decision to leave the pack, I think. I wanted you all to be aware of it." Mainly because he didn't want any hard feelings against him if the situation was taken the wrong way.

Kurok

Kurok did stop at the bark one ear back listening as he listened to him. HE stopped and thought. I could only return without others thinking im challenging you if I was given a high rank. I just can't settle as a subordinate. Im fine with you above me but thats about ithe said calmly staring at his siblings.

Torek gazed at his brother at Starscreams words. He knew it wasn't the alpha's fault he too had noticed how restless Kurok had been. He knew his brothers personality and it was hard for one to alter himself just to be part of another pack. I can tell you he is too scared to even try being an alpha. We have two of our siblings be killed when they tried. All he wants is probably beta that would suit him and he wouldn't be so restlessHe stated. He knew no matter where Kurok went that was the position he would want but one had to be part of a pack for a good while before even having that chance so he wasn't sure what his brother was thinking.

Starscream

Kurok had stopped for the second time. Starscream kept his posture up, helping to display an alpha's confidence and authority, even while his mind was struggling with conflicting thoughts. In the end, the benefits of keeping Kurok in the pack would outweigh the risk the big brute potentially challenging him down the road, so Starscream stuck with his originally message and responded accordingly, "We have no beta male in the pack. If that is a position you wish to take, I'm not going to stop you; but I'm not going to just hand it over, either. You'll have to assert yourself to the other males in the pack." Of course, there was also the issue of Liseli being the beta female, but Starscream did not bring that up - he seriously doubted that she would take Kurok as a mate, but then he figured the two didn't have to be partners even if they shared the same rank.

Starscream looked back at Torek and the sisters again, "As I told him, the beta position is open for him to take. For his sake though, and the sake of anyone else who tries to overtake my position, I should hope they think twice about it. I've earned this rank, and I will not let it go easily." That was a blatant threat, meant to intimidate the four and discourage any thoughts of challenging him. When it came down to it, Starscream was a good fighter, and he'd won his fight against the previous alpha Kaiser, but... he'd also lost a fight against his own sister long before that, and if presented with a big enough threat, Star was likely to back down. His safest bet was to talk tough and keep others from even trying to attack him in the first place.

Kurok

Kurek listened and glanced at his siblings. IT would be easier to take beta here then trying somewhere else so with a huff he turned back. Oh he knew he'd have to show other males that he was strong and that he was the beta he had learned how these things go.I am not afraid to throw my weight around when I need towas he response to the beta part.If there were other males that wished for the position he would fight them here and now. His tail now was in a Beta position and loosely. I would never challenge you no matter my attitude or thoughts. You gave my family a pack to call family and I will forever be greatful for it. Turek wasn't as dominant as him so there was no worry there.

Torek wagged his tail slightly. I ain't dominant in the slightest Starscream Im more content to follow anyone and so are our sistersHe said.

Starscream

Starscream watched as Kurok had a change of heart and returned to the packlands. Though his words were assuring, and Star was inclined to believe them, the alpha remained on his toes and very vigilant anyway. He would watch in the following days and see if Kurko's restlessness was eased at all by his new position, and only then would Starscream begin to relax a little more around the big male. "So long as you remember that Kurok." He responded with a nod, "I'll leave it up to you to inform the pack of your new status." To Torek's comment, the brute glanced his way and gave him a vague nod as well, "You do well in your position, Turok. You two mind your place in this pack, and there won't be any further issues like this."

Kurok

Kurok watched Starscream and his tail flicked at him. of courseHe said and then turned to tail to do just that.

Torek watched his brother and then looked to starscream.Thank you and it will stay like thishe said softly.