What Can't Be Forgotten
Chapter 1: Zero
A/N: Ok Guys and Girls this is the sequel to Balto's Legacy. I feel Theo needs some time in the spotlight. Fear not you Fallen Angel fans I will get back to it. I just wanted to take a small break from it. You can thank IAmTheRealKodiWolf321 for the title. So enjoy!
Theo only had one thing on his mind as he entered the forest: Eliza. His stomach rumbled however and then it was on food.
"Aww man! I should have eaten before I left." He complained out loud. "Well now's a good a time as any to learn how to hunt."
He sniffed the air to see if he could find anything small enough to eat. The distinct scent of rabbit filled his muzzle. It was about thirty meters to his right. He followed what his instincts told him and went into stealthy crouch. He walked lightly on his feet as he scouted his prey.
The wind was blowing towards him so it covered his scent pretty good. He was almost upon it now. He could see it eating some kind of nut. Then it happened so fast Theo's mind hardly registered it. One minute he was staring at the rabbit the next he was ripping the fur off of it so he could eat it properly.
'What just happened?' He thought as he ate the rabbit. 'Did my instincts kick in?'
He shrugged it off and kept eating like normal. The rabbit was good. He was so used to dry dog food that was bland. This was like Heaven in his mouth. There was no way he'd go back to that dry food after this! After a good belch he stood up followed Eliza's scent once again.
It felt like hours and hours that he'd been looking for her. It didn't affect his mood in the slightest though. He knew he'd find her. After a few more yards into the forest however the trail ran cold.
"No... It can't just stop here!" He said in dismay. Theo looked around the area it stopped to see if he could find any traces. He heard the sound of running water and his stomach dropped. He went towards the sound and found a raging river. That wasn't good. If she went in the water her scent could have washed off. Theo knew this and out of fear and desperation he called out.
"Eliza!" He shouted. "Hello?! Eliza"
"Shut it." A voice said. "Talk about noise."
Theo practically jumped out of his skin. When he recovered from his surprise he turned and saw a pitch black wolf staring at him. The wolf had mismatched eyes, one green and one grey.
"Theo right?" He put emphasis on both words. "That's what she called out while that man was dragging her away.
"What?" Theo said happy to have a lead. "Eliza was calling for me? A man took her?"
"What your not gonna even ask my name?" The wolf grunted. "Yeah she was screaming at the top of her lungs for you. The kept saying something about how a red wolf named Theo would find her. Anyway see ya!"
"Wait! Tell me which way!" Theo begged.
The black wolf smirked and looked at the pleading mutt.
"He went towards the bull moose territory." He said and turned his back on Theo.
"What's your name?" Theo said happily as he jumped in front of the black wolf.
"Zero now get out of my way!" Zero growled. Theo shook his head and smiled. 'What is this fool thinking? Doesn't he know us wolves have short tempers?' Zero thought. "Why not?!"
"Come with me! I need someone who knows their way around this forest." Theo said.
"Do I look like a navigator to you?" Zero spat. "Cause I'm not!"
"Ok so your not a navigator." Theo concluded. "So why not be my friend and take me?"
"Now we're friends?" Zero was caught off guard. "It's not that easy."
"Not saying it is." Theo responded. "But you could make it a little easier."
"Yeah sure." Zero finally agreed. "Whatever. Come on it's a long way where we're going and your girlfriend's not waiting. Let's go Leo.
"It's Theo." Theo mumbled.
So the two went into the river and swam across to the other side. They walked in silence as they walked through the woods. It was close to getting dark and they needed a place to stay. Luckily for them there was a cave nearby for them to sleep.
They settled in the cave which was surprisingly very warm. They laid down on their bellies and shared stories.
"So where are you from anyway Theo?" Zero asked. Theo looked him and smiled.
"I'm from Nome, Alaska!" He said proudly.
"I've heard stories about that place." Zero smirked at the enthusiasm. "Is it true a wolf dog once saved them from the diphtheria plague?"
"Yep it was my great grandfather who brought the serum to the kids in the nick of time!" Theo smiled.
"So your part wolf then?" Zero was intrigued.
"Yeah that's how I was able to follow my friend's scent as far as I did." Theo said. "A lot of good that did. At least I met you though! I love making new friends."
"Yeah well keep that love to yourself." Zero responded scathingly. "How old are you anyway?"
"Umm two years old I'm pretty sure." Theo counted his on his paw. "What about you?"
"Three and a half." Zero held up his head. "Practically an adult."
Theo mumbled something and laughed. "Got something to say?" Zero tackled Theo and they started a play fight. It wasn't very long since Zero was clearly stronger and more experienced. He pinned Theo in no time flat. They laughed and finally settled down for bed. It was cold that night so the two canines went further into the cave and huddled together. They were asleep in minutes.
'I wonder how Eliza is doing?' Theo thought in his dreams.
A/N: Ok everyone this is a good place to stop! I can't wait to show you guys what I have in store for next time! I want you all to know that ever since I joined this sight life for me has gotten infinitely better. So thank you all for reading! If you like it review! If you hate it review! If you love it follow/fav! My question to you is "what characteristic do you admire most in Balto?" I happen to like his strength to never give up! If you want more fanfiction goodness check out what IAmTheRealKodiWolf321, SteeleFan, and DodgerNYC wrote! They're awesome! Atticus out!