AN: I have a new blog up asking something about the Rebuild Me sequel. Please cast your vote!


Day 6
Animal Kingdom

"Is this really a good idea guys? I mean; I want to ride the rides there as well, but the fact of the matter is that animals do not always react that well to werewolves."

The pack pouted as they looked at Derek. They all wanted to go to the Animal Kingdom. They were especially excited at the prospect of riding Expedition Everest. The only problem was that they were werewolves; and Animal Kingdom housed real live animals.

Lydia rolled her eyes and pulled Derek's arm until they were on their deck which looked out over the Savanna filled with animals.

"We've been here for five full days and they've not once freaked out when catching your scent. We'll be fine at the park."

Derek sighed softly and nodded. "Okay, get dressed everyone; we're going to Animal Kingdom."

Everyone whooped for joy and finished getting dressed. They couldn't wait to have fun.


It was a foggy day. It had rained during the night; and it was still overcast. It was nice after having such a hot day before. The girls had light jackets on to keep them warm until it heated up a bit in the afternoon.

They slipped through the front gates of the park and took in the scent of the Florida air.

"We should go have fun!" Allison clapped her hands as she spoke. Derek had just gathered several maps for them and handed them out among the group before opening his own.

"Where should we go first? Michael…why don't you decide?"

Michael looked over the map that Lydia was holding and smiled softly. "How about DINOSAUR? It seems like it would be an awesome ride. And it gives a picture I believe."

Derek nodded. "Sounds good to me. Ready pack?"

They nodded and followed after Derek.

They first entered The Oasis exhibit as they walked through to get to the other side. Stiles began snapping pictures of the giant Tree of Life, zooming in on the various animals hidden within. They soon took a sharp right and headed into Dinoland USA. They made their way to the very back where DINOSAUR was located.

Stiles took pictures of the small exhibits inside of the line area as they walked through. It wasn't long before they were loaded onto their 'Time Rover' and heading back into the past.

They laughed and screamed as they were jostled about. When the ride was finally over; they looked for their photos. Derek had a calm look on his face. Stiles had his arms raised in joy with a large grin on his face. Allison looked scared and was clinging to Scott's arm while Scott held her close to comfort her. Jackson and Danny were pretending to be uninterested as they tested on their phones. Lydia was yawning and Michael was pretending to be asleep.

"Seems like our back row was trying to have a funny photo session."

Michael smirked. "What? Can't I plan stuff?"

"You were the mastermind behind this?" Derek was in awe.

"Well I saw some very funny photos online. I'm thinking we should all get in on it when we go on Everest. Perhaps we could all be pretending to read books or something."

Derek laughed and clapped Michael on the back hard enough to make him stumble forward before purchasing the picture and slipping it into his bag for safe keeping. "Sounds like a plan to me!"

As they headed out of the ride; they discovered that they were close to the theater where the Finding Nemo musical was held. It was close to show time and the girls wanted to get good seats; so they pulled the boys into the line. There was no arguing with Lydia or Allison on this matter. To be honest, Michael kind of wanted to see it too. He had seen Finding Nemo with his brother back when it had first come out.

He felt his heart ache at the memory. He wanted his brother with him.

As they entered the theater they could smell another wolf. As the show began; it became obvious that the man playing Marlin was a werewolf. Somehow it made them feel better that someone working at the park was also a werewolf. The animals would be used to the scent of it by now.

Upon leaving the theater they passed over a bridge until they caught sight of a large mountain.

"That's Expedition Everest." Jackson had a look of awe on his face as he looked up at the giant manmade structure.

Instead of using books for the picture; they used the maps. The girls sat in the front. Lydia was pretending to text on her phone while Allison was clutching her toy figment like she was terrified. Danny and Jackson were kissing while Scott and Michael were intently discussing where they should go next while consulting the map. Derek was giving Stiles some bunny ears while Stiles ate a banana.

They burst into laughter when they saw their photo.

"We have got to buy this. It's awesome." Derek purchased a couple of copies of the photograph. He sighed softly before looking at his pack. "You know, the alpha in me almost growled at the animatronic yeti. I swear that my eyes probably flashed red for a second."

They burst into laughter at their alpha's expense. Derek simply rolled his eyes and looked down at the map in his hands.

A loud growl caused everyone to turn towards Michael who was blushing slightly. "What? I didn't eat much for breakfast. I'm hungry."

Derek sighed in relief. Michael was actually initiating meal time. Normally he had to be told when it was time to eat.

"Let's have an early lunch them. The Yak and Yeti is just over that bridge."

The group agreed. They were seated quickly in the restaurant and ordered a large amount of food. They were all sharing with one another; trying different things. Michael was filling his face as if he hadn't eaten in days. The poor boy had been so skinny when he first joined the pack. He had put on a lot of weight; all of it seemed to be muscle but at least it was clear that he was healthy now. His skin was also now slightly tanned instead of nearly paper white.

Derek nearly purred in contentment at seeing the large difference in his oldest pack mate. The bite really had been good for him. Perhaps even a life saver. Michael looked up at Derek with a knowing look and gave him a smile before mouthing a 'thank you' that no one else in the pack noticed.


"Put them on boys. They'll save you much aggravation."

Michael obediently pulled on the plastic poncho that Lydia handed him. The other boys put them on as well…except for Derek.

"I'll be fine. It's just a little water."

Allison and Lydia gave one another knowing looks as they pulled on their own ponchos. They loaded into their raft on the Kali River Rapids and got buckled in…

Derek was soaked. There wasn't even a dry spot on either his shirt or his pants. His hair was plastered to his head and he slowly spit out a mouthful of water as the pack laughed at him. They got off of the raft and couldn't stop giggling at their soaked alpha.

Derek glared at them.

"Don't look at me like that Derek. I told you to put on the poncho but you were too macho. We should totally let you walk around like that all day." Lydia huffed and crossed her arms over her chest.

Stiles simply smiled at his mate and handed over a change of clothes along with the backpack he had kept under his poncho to keep it dry.

"Go change Der."

Derek nodded and headed off while the rest of the pack got themselves some Mickey Mouse Ears. They sat eating their ice creams, nearly finishing by the time Derek had come back. Derek looked at the ice creams with a sad face before his eyes lit up when Stiles handed him one.

Derek sucked on the ear slowly, savoring his desert as they continued walking through the park. Michael had taken the lead.


"Oh my god, they have a petting zoo!"

The boys looked at one another with wide eyes. While the larger animals might not be afraid of them; the same could not be said about goats and rabbits.

"Why don't you girls go and we'll ride Everest again. We'll meet at Everest when you're done."

The girls looked at one another before nodding and waving goodbye to the boys.

The boys had ridden Everest a total of six more times before the girls had come back. They had photos of all sorts of animals. Michael held his nose when Lydia came back over to him.

"No offence, Love…but you smell like a barn yard…ow!" Lydia had punched Michael in the arm at his little comment. He laughed softly and gave Lydia a hug before they all rode Everest one final time.

They finally decided to head back to the villa early. The girls wanted to shower away the scent of animals; and Derek had made reservations for them to eat at Boma.


Lydia lay back and enjoyed the massage on her feet and hands. Derek had booked some time for him and Allison at the spa at their resort while the boys goofed off at the pool. Getting a manicure and pedicure on Derek's dollar just made it feel all that much better.

"Allison?"

"Hmm?" She was nearly out from the sensation of her feet being rubbed.

"Remind me to kiss Derek for this."

Allison hummed again and Lydia relaxed even more.


They had all showered and changed into slightly nicer clothes. They had been seated at a large table inside Boma. The restaurant was located inside of the hotel and was a buffet with African inspired foods.

They were trying some things that they had never had before; though they also had some of the more common foods like French fries and macaroni and cheese.

Stiles held up a fry and scowled at it. "These aren't spicy curly fries. I love spicy curly fries."

Derek rolled his eyes. "I'll buy you some when we get home…or if we find them around here somewhere."

Stiles grinned and slipped the fry into his mouth.

They had finished eating when one of the waiters brought out a cake with seventeen candles on it. Lydia's eyes grew wide when she saw it as it was placed in front of her.

The pack began singing happy birthday and she had tears in her eyes.

"I didn't think any of you would have remembered."

"Of course we remembered Lydia. You're family after all." Lydia hugged Jackson at his comment. "Now blow out your candles and make a wish!"

Lydia laughed and blew out the candles before the cake was sliced and they each had a piece. They had been full; but somehow they were able to fit the cake in.


Don't forget to check the poll!