Three months passed since Lupin's death and everyone was miserable. They tried to go about their daily routines, but they just didn't seem to have the spirit. Jeff and LJ stayed in their rooms most days, but when they went out to kill, their kills were vicious. Angel and Olivia didn't know what to do without their mentor and to top off the misery, Lupin's familiars hardly ate or drank. Everyone tried to get Meeko and Jayda to eat something, but the wolves refused everything that was offered to them. Slenderman decided he would go look for information on the wolves behavior, but it sent a wave of sadness through him. All the books he knew of that had information on witches were in Lupin's room. No one had set foot in the room since the burial.
The room was dark and it seemed like dust had started to form. Slenderman couldn't help, but look at the pictures that hung on the walls. Lupin had developed a love for picture taking and took pictures around the mansion. One picture that stuck out was a family portrait with every Creepypasta in the mansion. Lupin was in the front and she never looked happier. Slenderman looked at the smiling face in the picture a few seconds longer before turning to look through the books. A big leather book was the one Slenderman needed. It only took him a little bit to find the information he was looking for and it was the best information he ever found. He grabbed the book and left the room.
Everyone was gathered in the living room, which made it easier for Slenderman to share his news. "I know it's been hard these past three months and the loss of Lupin has affected everyone, but I think I have some news that might make everyone feel better."
Jeff huffed. "Did you find some spell that can bring Lupin back?"
"No, but I did find something else that can. I found in this book that a witch can be reincarnated if they were powerful enough. Lupin certainly was strong enough. As for her wolves, they haven't been eating and drinking everything because they are cleansing their bodies so they can sleep. It says that when a witch dies, her familiars will go into a hibernation like state until their magic auras pick up the energy of their reincarnated masters."
The information seemed to interest Clockwork. "How long will they be asleep for?"
"It's hard to say. The book says that some familiars can sleep for years before they sense their masters."
"But there's a chance that Lupin will come back, right?"
Slenderman looked at Jeff, who looked hopeful. Laughing Jack looked hopeful too. Slenderman nodded, not wanting to say anything to upset the boys.
"Yes, but we'll have to wait till Jayda and Meeko wake up."
Everyone looked at the wolves as they got up from their places on the floor and headed for the stairs. They always went to Lupin's room when they were ready for bed. Everyone followed the familiars up to the room and watched as they curled up in their beds. Their eyes fluttered shut and their breathing evened, signaling they were asleep.
~5 years, 8 months later~
A little girl ran through the forest, her black hair flowing behind her. She laughed as she ran through the trees and stopped when she reached a clearing. A small pool sat in the middle, sunlight sparkling off the surface. The little girl walked to the edge, her blue eyes sparkling with curiosity. She had discovered a while ago that when she looked into reflective surfaces and concentrated, she looked different. She would see black wolf ears on her head and bright yellow eyes. If she saw her whole body, she saw a black fluffy wolf tail behind her. The little girl laughed when she saw her other self and spun around in circles. Fallen leaves rose into the air, spinning around the girl in a tornado. The girl smiled, feeling proud at what she had done. The fun would have lasted longer, but the girl stopped when she saw she was being watched.
"Wh-Who are you?"
Slenderman stepped out from behind the trees and approached the girl. She looked up at him with scared, yet curious, eyes. Behind her, in the pool, Slenderman saw the wavering reflection and if he had eyes, they would have widened. The book was right. Lupin has been reincarnated. He kneeled down so he was at a equal height with the girl.
"What is your name, child?"
"Um, uh, A-Abby."
Slenderman held his hand out for Abby to shake. "Hello, Abby. You may call me Slenderman."
Abby tilted her head. "Slenderman? That's a long name. I'm gonna call you Slendy instead."
Hearing the nickname made Slenderman sigh. In her past life, Lupin always called him Slendy. Even in her early years, it was like Lupin or as she was called now, Abby, unknowingly did things she did before. Slenderman stood back up and looked down at Abby.
"You seem to be deep in the woods. Would you like me to take you home?"
Abby seemed to realize how far she was and looked worried. "Mommy's gonna be worried about me. I'd be nice if you took me home, Slendy."
Slenderman chuckled and picked up Abby. He carried her through the woods until a house came into view. A women with wavy black hair stepped out onto the back porch and called out Abby's name. Abby smiled as Slenderman set her down.
"It was nice to meet you, Slendy. Thank you for bringing me home."
"It was my pleasure, Abby. I look forward to seeing you again."
Abby smiled and hugged Slenderman's legs before running out of the woods. Slenderman watched the young girl as she ran into the waiting arms of the women. They both laughed and then disappeared into the house. Slenderman felt himself smiling as he turned away to walk back to the mansion. It was nice to see you again...Lupin.