Vilkas took a deep breath as he watched Whiterun light up in the night. It wasn't often he would need his time alone from the others but tonight was one of those nights. His beast-blood roared inside him. He wouldn't fall for it. So instead he turned his interest to hunting.

He hid in the bushes as he spotted a young hare sleeping soundly amongst the bushes. He quickly readied his dagger to strike. He sensed the change in the air almost immediately. His nose twitched at the recognition of the new found scent, and he hated it. The sound of a horse's hooves running down the road startled his prey and it quickly jumped off. He sighed in frustration. Just who was out this late at night?

Vilkas kept himself hidden, not wanting to deal with anyone at the moment. He could feel her heart pounding, could smell her relief as she spotted the city and shared her exhaust. Though he didn't have a close look of her as she raced by there was something different about her he just couldn't forget. It drove him absolutely mad. He could only pray that he'd never see her again. Little did he know that he'd have to follow every word and command that came from her lips.

He knew it was her as soon as she stepped inside Jorrvaskr. She hadn't even opened the door yet and he knew she was outside on their doorstep.

He turned around and looked at her at the end of the hall, his brows furring together. She looked as if she were like any other girl that you could find on the streets of Skyrim. Her hair was a shade of brown that fell to her shoulders, her eyes a starburst of colors.

She looked down the hallway and closed the door from her descent of the stairs. Quickly the conversation he was having with Kodlak fell.

" What is this? A stranger walks our halls." Kodlak stated calmly as she made her way up.

" I wish to join you." She answered. Her voice like a melody . . . an absolute annoying melody.

Kodlak was amused by her answer and let out a light chuckle.
" Would you now? Alright, let me have a look at you."
She stood uncomfortably as he circled around her, unsure of what to do. To Vilkas she seemed like a typical girl who was trying to talk herself up. Oh how he was so wrong. Kodlak was able to see the strength in her small build. He was able to feel the strength of her fiery spirit.

" Yes, perhaps a certain strength of spirit."

Vilkas nearly spat. As if someone like her could possibly be strong enough to make it. She was too pretty to. He'd be surprised if she could wield the sword on her hips.

While she was shown downstairs to talk to Kodlak he felt his anger grow and grow. Yet he just couldn't understand why. All he wanted was for her to leave and never come back, taking her annoying scent with her. Then his opportunity came.

" Vilkas, take Alexandra out back. Give her a good fight and break her in." Kodlak ordered as he patted her harshly on the back.

" Of course."

He turned and his mind began to turn. He'd play with her. He'd give her hope that she'd have a chance then take her down. It was cruel, but it would have to do.

" No weapons, just fists." She demanded. He looked down at his sword, shocked. She was digging her own grave deeper and deeper. He shrugged.

" If you insist."
They both stripped of their weapons and stood in front of one another. Then they face one another. She had guts, he'd give her that.

Vilkas threw the first punch. She blocked and returned it. His hand latched onto her wrist to stop it. His eyes widened in shock as the power of her punch jarred him. Then she followed through with a kick to the chest.

Vilkas stumbled but quickly recovered. There would be no more playing Mr. Nice Guy. If he did then she'd be bound to join the companions. Stupid of him for underestimating her.

He had to admit, he actually had a moment of fear that she would win. He'd have to use his body weight against her. As Alexandra attacked he scooped her leg out from under her and pushed her down, though he made sure not to let her fall too rough. Alexandra noticed his restraint of letting her fall but she had no time to use it to her advantage. Immediately he was on top of her, pinning her down.

She wouldn't let him stop her from joining. Alexandra gathered all her strength and slipped her foot against his chest. As she pushed up she project her weight against him and switched the rolls on him.

Vilkas looked up at her. She hovered above him, her chest heaving and her hair a mess. But she wasn't the only one fighting to catch their breath. She had given him a challenge. Though he still was annoyed and agitated by her, he felt something corse through him, awaking the animal inside.

" Not bad." He admitted. Alexandra flashed him a smirk and began to stand. She held out her hand and Vilkas took it. Just from the simple touch he could feel her pulse echo from her to him. From his palm, to his arm, to his chest. Soon his whole body had gone numb from the sensation.

Her eyes searched him from some sort of answer. It was as if she'd die from anticipation.
Vilkas ripped his hand away immediately. Then he let out a sigh. He couldn't deny the talent.

" You just might make it. But remember you're still a whelp to us, so do what we tell you. Take my sword up to get it sharpened." He walked over and handed her the sword. " And be careful. It's most likely worth more than you are."
She scowled at him and snatched the sword away.

" Yes, your highness." She cooed. As she walked away Vilkas leaned against the table. He was still out of breath and his body shook. Luckily he seemed to cover it up well enough so that she didn't notice. This was more than exhaustion.

He stole a glance at her as she made her way up to forge. He growled and whipped around, going inside.

Everyone looked up as he slammed the door behind him.

" I heard some new blood came to join. How'd she do?" Farkas asked.

" Just perfect." He growled. Farkas shot him a confused look.

" Isn't that good?"
Vilkas took a deep breath. " It's amazing."
Then he stormed down stairs.

As I was reading my comments from my previous stories I read that there was a request for a Vilkas story so your wish is my command! Sorry it took so long, I had to play the companion's storyline again to get some inspiration. I hope I didn't disappoint!