Okay! So this is the second part of a series of three. I got some good reviews for part 1 (okay, 2 reviews, but whatever, I'll take it).

I hope you enjoy part 2. Please review!

Part 2-During Dark Curse

Wolf Pack

Skyler walked into the house Gabriel and Francesca had had built in the Carpathian Mountains and stopped dead. Dimitri. She could sense him; feel him in the house. She closed the door and made her way quickly into the living room where he sat on the couch with her parents. She breathed deeply, drinking in the sight of his beautiful ice blue eyes, strong jaw, wide shoulders, and long legs. She hadn't seen him since the Christmas party at the inn when she'd asked if they could be pen pals. Damn, he looks good. Skyler shook her head so dispel the thought. She didn't want a lifemate, didn't want to be bossed around by a man. Didn't want a man at all.

Skyler cleared her throat, trying to find her voice, "What's going on?" she said in a small voice. She and Dimitri had been exchanging letters almost every week since Christmas, and he hadn't mentioned anything about a visit. Something had to be wrong. Her heart started to beat faster.

There is nothing to worry about, lyubof maya, you must calm your heart, Dimitri's voice shimmered through her mind, almost like a caress, that made her shiver. They had begun to have short conversations in their minds, but it still kind of freaked her out when she heard Dimitri in her head.

Francesca smiled, stood and held out her hand for Skyler. "Dimitri has asked if he could speak with you in private, and your father and I have agreed." Francesca said, "Come sit down, Skylar, Gabriel and I will be close by all you have to do is call." Francesca hauled a reluctant Gabriel up and exits to room.

Skyler hears Gabriels growl, if he tries anything, you call for me and I will kill him, he says. Skyler smiles, knowing he isn't kidding; Gabriel wouldn't hesitate to kill anyone who hurt her.

Skyler sits in the chair across from Dimitri, "What did you want to talk to me about?" Skyler shifts uneasily, scared he wants her to stop sending letters.

"I asked Gabriel and Francesca if I could see you because I am returning to Russia for an extended period. I am going to be turning my foundation to new management so that I may stay closer to you." Dimitri said.

Skyler breathed a sigh of release, and then scolded herself for it. You should be happy if he doesn't want you. You do not want a lifemate. "How long will that take?" she said.

"A little less that two years. I hope we can still write to one another, I have enjoyed getting to know you, Skyler." Dimitri smiled.

Skyler allows a small smile, "Me, too."

There is a long moment of silence, and the Dimitri stands, looking excited. "I have brought you a gift. I hope you will like it, will you stay and wait for me to go get it?"

Skyler smiles at his enthusiasm, "Yes, I'll stay." Dimitri leaves the room, and Skyler releases a breath she didn't know she was holding. Seconds later, Dimitri is back with a shallow basket covered by a blue blanket. He sits back in his spot.

"I've already spoken with your parents, so there is no need to worry." Dimitri gently places the basket on Skylar's lap.

Skyler lifts the blanket and gasps. Five newborn wolves lay sleeping close to each other. Skyler looks at Dimitri and he explains. "Their mother was killed by poachers about a week ago, that is when I found them. My pack will not accept them and would most likely kill them. It is my wish that you raise them. Your own pack, so that when you are converted you can run with them. They will protect you; they will be your best and most loyal friends. Will you accept them, Skyler?"

Skyler just nods too choked up to speak. She gently strokes the five small beings in her lap. Finally, she finds her voice, "Wha…what are their names?"

"That is up to you, little one. They are yours to name. There are two girls and three boys." Dimitri smiles.

Skylar gently picks up the first grey male wolf pup, "Mowgli," she picks up the second deep black male, "Bagheera," she picks up the third and biggest male and laughs softly, "Baloo," she picks up the girls, "Shere and Kahn." Skyler looks at Dimitri and smiles wide. Dimitri returns her smile.

"The Jungle Book, it is one of my favorites." Dimitri says.

"Mine, too."

So that was part 2! I know…I know, the names of her wolves are not the most original! But I thought it was cute they had something so unimportant – like a book – in common. Please review! Part 3 coming soon.

SPOILER: Part 3 WILL have chapters…chapter 1 is called "Nightmare"