Third Person

The wolf-like figure burst through the branches. The auburn fur glinted when the moonlight touched. Behind him there was a loud growl. The werewolf skidded to a stop, turning around. He crouched, eyes glowing gold. They were coming. He could see them move through the foliage, dodging the trees. Ponyboy ran forward, lunging in the air. His body tangled with another ash-furred wolf and they both went tumbling down. When they both stopped rolling, they stood up, tackling the other, pushing enough to force them on their hind legs.

Ponyboy lashed at Cameron's neck, drawing blood. Cameron's fingers wrapped tight on his shoulder, nails digging in. He threw the beta to the ground and got a bit of distance. Ponyboy got up, getting back in a crouch position. The two wolves were at a standoff, not moving from where they stood.

Cameron let out a howl— a sound that is a mixture of a man yelling and dog howl— that could be heard for miles. The beta whimpered at the sound and lowered his head. His tail went between his legs. The howl terrified him. It was full of overwhelming power. The alpha crept forward and so did the beta. They nudged heads, a sign that Ponyboy had accepted that he was lower. They pulled away and the other wolves that were watching the fight started to move in.

First Person

When I woke up again, I was blinded by light. Trees towered over me, but instead of smelling nature, I smelt death. I turned over to my side to find out where I was. All I saw was red. Right next to me was the dead body of an unrecognizable animal. All what was left of the animal was the tattered skin, blood, and bones sticking up in every direction. I quickly backed away from the body but was stopped at the feeling of another body. Behind me was William who was still asleep. Blood was painted around his mouth, torso, and hands. I moved away from him and saw my hands. They were covered in blood. My shirt was stained too. I reached to my mouth and rubbed at it with my arms. Dry blood rubbed off.

Did I…? My eyes widened and I gagged. I felt sick to my stomach.

"Here." A jacket was dropped on my head. Cameron stood over me, stripping off his shirt to wipe off the blood as best as he could. I did the same before slipping the shirt back on as well as the jacket to hide the bloodied shirt. "You might want to find a stream and wash the rest of it off."

"Why can't I remember what happened?" I asked after a short silence, looking straight at the body.

"You can't control it yet. When you are able too, you can control your transformations on a full moon."

"And that?" I pointed at the bones.

"The wolf in us likes to hunt. It's actually fun."

"And we ate that?"

"It's one of the downfalls. It's something that we all have to accept."

"If you can control it, why did you eat that?"

"Even if you can control it, you still get the urges. Usually we buy meat from a butcher and hide it, then try to find it, but you limited our time to do that."

"Oh, sorry."

"It's fine. You were a bit late." He chuckled.

That's when I remembered that I left the gang without a word. I'm going to be in so much trouble. This is the second time where I come back late. I stood up and said my goodbyes. I started to run off to where I could hear cars, picking up my shoes on the way.

I entered my house slowly and saw Darry sitting on the armchair. He stomped up to me, grabbing my shoulders roughly. Bags were beginning to form under his eyes and he looked exhausted. "Where were you?" He asked sharply. I couldn't answer. I couldn't just say, 'I had to leave because of the full moon and if I stay you would see me turn into a werewolf and slash your throats out'.

"I can't tell you," I replied gritting my teeth. I want to tell them so badly, but I can't.

"And why's that? I have the right to know."

"I can't tell you that either."

"What is up with you lately? You're always avoiding us, you're developing an attitude, running off without any warning and coming back the next morning, coming back home late…"

I bit my lip. "It's nothing that you should be concerned about."

"Yes it does! I'm your older brother and legal guardian, if something's wrong then you should tell me."

"I can't tell you what's wrong."

"Why?"

"I just can't! I want to tell you but this is something I have to keep from you. Maybe one day, but I can't now or soon."

"You still can't just run off like that! And look at you, you look like a wreck!"

"Just leave me alone until I can figure out more about this." I pushed Darry's strong grip off of me with ease, something he was surprised about. That's one of the few good things about this whole fiasco. I went into the bathroom, locking the door shut before he could say another word. I really wanted to scream, something to get my distress out. Darry was probably going to get on my case later and have the gang watch me closer. At first, I thought this was going to be great… Now, I hate it. How could the other werewolves handle this? Do their parents question everything like my brother? I'll ask them later.

I took a shower, washing off all the grime. When I got out of the shower, I looked at my shirt. I had to get rid of this without them knowing. I put on the jacket and clutched the shirt in a ball before walking out to get newer clothes. I entered my room. Soda was still sleeping. I buried my shirt in the back of the closet and picked out new clothes that I changed into. I'll have to throw that shirt away when everyone isn't here.

Hours later, everyone came by, even Dally. They all gathered in the living room and sat on my bed. What were they doing here? They whispered but I could hear what they were talking about.

"Ponyboy came back this morning," Darry said.

"Really? That's a relief," Two-Bit said.

"Did he tell you anything?" Soda asked.

"No. He told me that I can't know about what's happening." Darry replied.

"What's gotten into the kid lately?" Dally asked.

"All we know is that he's been having bad attitudes, leaving randomly, coming back late, keeping secrets, and avoiding us."

"Also, in school, I've heard that the kid has been moved up to varsity team for being significantly faster and beat the times of almost everyone on the track team," Steve added.

"You don't think its steroids, do you?" Soda asked.

"I hope not," Darry said,

"It makes sense though," Dally agreed.

"But Ponyboy doesn't have the money to buy it," Johnny tried to put in but he was ignored.

"Ponyboy!" Darry yelled. "Get over here!"

With a groan, I walked in the room.

"Are you on something?" Two-Bit asked bluntly, earning a slap in the stomach by Soda.

"What do you mean?" I played dumb.

"Steroids."

I burst out laughing. It was funnier than in my room, seeing all their anxious faces. "You think I'm on steroids? First of all, how do you think I'll buy them? Selling other drugs? Prostitution?"

"But still, we have to make sure. I'll be taking you to the hospital tomorrow to check," Darry said. My smile wavered. A hospital? I can't go to a hospital.

"Fine, but you won't find anything." I walked outside instead of going to my room. What was I going to do? My DNA is definitely different than humans. It'll be something that every scientist would look at. If I go, then everyone would know. What am I going to do?

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Okay, I keep forgetting to check over my work and by the time I finish typing this author's note, I'll have forgotten again. So, I'm going to need help in remembering so scold me on that in your reviews if you can't so I'll remember next time. ^^;. I actually wanted to have everyone naked after they transform because of clothes ripping but I have a thing about being embarrassed when the main character gets embarrassed in a story so I won't. Does anyone feel that way?

Replies:

Seth Clearwater: I know. I'm going to show a few more transformations. The last one, I hope, will be the coolest.

BunnyluvsU: You won't know unless you continue reading. xD I know, and I'm excited to tell you in later chapters.

Haleymay: Awe, you. *flips hands and blushes* I do plan on this being a longer story than the 4400 fanfiction. I plan on maybe making it in the 20 or 30 thousand words instead of maybe 15 thousands. The 4400 started out strong then lacked because I didn't have many ideas for it. But I do have many on this story.

Amanda: I'm sorry. I didn't know it was rude. I had recently apologized to her, in which she accepted and saying that that review from the last chapter made her laugh a bit. I was being sarcastic about other movies and shows. But you are right about this being fanfiction so anything can go.

Jacquelyn Frost: Well you don't have to hand on the cliff for long because here's another chapter. Though, don't know if you're back hanging again. And no, there will not be pairings. The closest thing is the pack being close to him and really care for him like he's the pup. This chapter was really hard at the beginning because I kept trying my best for it not to sound sexual. xD But there is also going to be moments in the pack that will make you squeal if you like the whole boyxboy thing but it'll be with oc wolves.

Pony'sgirlfriend: I'm relieved that you laughed. And that's a brilliant idea. I didn't even think of that. I will use it and give you credit for the idea when that chapter comes. Stay gold!