Jared/Embry

Jared was almost laughing as he chased Embry through the forest. The younger wolf had been unsure of himself and scared of what he had become and what he was meant to do. Seeing his imprint so upset, Jared knew he had to do something to help him out and get him over the shock of becoming a wolf.

So he had decided to have a little fun with Embry, which had led to them playing like pups instead of the great big wolves that they were and chasing each other through the woods. Embry was smaller and quicker than Jared, but that meant Jared was also bigger and stronger than his imprint. They had already spent hours fooling around and it was clear Embry had been enjoying himself the whole time, so that made Jared proud of himself.

Embry was slowing down a bit as the chase continued, allowing Jared to catch up. At the same time, he wondered if there was anything more than exhaustion causing Embry to slow down, but that thought was tossed aside almost immediately. Jared knew that Embry would tell him if anything wrong. So he pushed himself to close on his imprint as they wove through the trees.

With a final burst of speed, Jared overtook the smaller wolf and jumped in front of him. Then before Embry could react, he tackled him to the ground, being careful not to hurt his imprint. When he had Embry down, both wolves were panting heavily. Jared laid down next to Embry, both of them laying with their paws stretched out in front of them, and nuzzled his imprint. He let out a mental chuckle as Embry shyly nuzzled back.

He was glad he had had the time to just have some fun with Embry. Sam was a good Alpha, but he could be a bit of a downer and too serious at times. And Paul was a friend that Jared was glad to have and he had been more accepting of Jared and Embry's imprinting than Jared had dared to expect, but it was nice to have this private time with Embry.

Embry's voice was suddenly in his head, still a little shy, Thanks, Jared. I really enjoyed today.

Anything for you, pup. You think you'll be able to help out with patrols now? We could really use your help, just the three of us patrolling gets all of us tired out real quick.

Embry nodded quickly, Yeah. Sorry about not helping out right away, its just a lot to take in all at once.

Jared would've smiled if he could, Don't worry about it. Let's head back to Sam and Emily's place, they'll probably have some food ready. I swear Emily's always cooking, makes me wonder sometimes if she ever does anything else, like give Sam the time of day.

The two wolves got up and began walking back while Embry said, I hope we don't end up like that, you being the big strong man with me just cooking for you all the time.

Aww, you don't want to cook for me?

Embry chuckled, I wouldn't mind as long as I have time to do other things.

Like me?

He could feel his imprint blushing mentally, although he could sense amusement in there too, I was being serious, you know.

So was I. Or would you prefer that I do you?

Jared could feel his imprint blushing even more and he couldn't help pushing it a bit, he loved it when Embry blushed, but Embry just nodded, Well, yes, but you know I what meant.

Jared smiled, You're right. Don't worry, I would never ask you to spend all your time waiting on me and the pack. That's way too girly for you, pup. You're a big, strong, beautiful wolf and I'll always treat you that way. Although I am bigger and stronger than you.

He was grinning mentally as he added that last bit and happily listened to Embry chuckle before saying, Is that your way of wooing people? Complimenting people before telling them how great you are?

Is it working?

Jared could feel Embry's amusement as they walked, I don't know. I might need a little more convincing.

They came to the edge of the forest, phased, and pulled on some shorts, then Jared wrapped an arm around Embry's waist and kept him close as they made their way to Sam's house, "How about I take you out for dinner and a movie some time?"

Embry smiled and leaned against his imprint, "Sounds good to me."