Chapter 13

Humphrey growled happily with a full belly from breakfast. He ate more now with his mind more at ease , with Kate and everything else. Hutch still worried him though . He did'nt want to believe that Hutch would run away but it was very likely . With his sister's death and no mate , Humphrey realized that Hutch really did'nt have any ties here. He was always at Winston's side but maybe he needed more , Hutch could'nt be like that forever , his always-follow-orders attitude and loyalty aspect was perfect for a second in command but as for a family man...well it just would'nt work. Humphrey shook the thoughts from his mind , whatever the case it was'nt healthy to worry all the time . With a yawn and a stretch he rose from his spot and started walking through the park.

Humphrey had decided to stop by Garth to ask him if he wanted to join him on a hunting patrol. Humphrey didn't like him but there was no denying he was an excellent hunter. Everyone knew that fact and Garth made sure they did. That was one of the main reasons Humphrey did not like him , besides the fact that there was a very good chance he could have been with Kate right now. The very thought would make his blood boil , but Humphrey pushed it away. He wasn't an angry person , his omega past and alpha training had melted together to form somebody who kept calm in most situations. There always was a limit but Humphrey hoped he would know when he reached it.

Humphrey reached the small circular clearing in front of Garth and Lilly's den. It was a nice place , a bit to much sun and not enough shade but it was clean. It had one large entrance about two tail lengths wide and two high.

"Garth You there? " Humphrey called out.

Nothing.

"Garth ! " He said louder. Still nothing ...wait. Humphrey moved closer to the entrance. Humphrey heard something a very faint sound followed by a whisper. Humphrey knew he should announce himself again but the curiosity got the best of him. He moved closer , gently sliding his paws along the ground so quiet that with the very faint breeze he was , for all purposes totally silent. He could feel his heart beating it's steady drum as he turned an ear towards the entrance.

"Shhh shhh it's just Humphrey "

"O okay " Followed by a giggle. Humphrey's other ear perked up and flicked at the voice.

"Alright shh just stay here leave after I'm gone okay " Garth whispered.

"Hey Humphrey one second I'll be right out " Garth said loudly now.

Humphrey moved back from the entrance , not wanting to get caught for snooping.

"Hey Humphrey what do you need ? " Garth said appearing at the entrance.

" I was wondering if you would join me on the hunting patrol if your not busy ".

Garth eyes widened when Humphrey said that but he tried to play it cool.

"Sure let's go " Garth answered gesturing for Humphrey to lead the way. Humphrey took a few steps in front of Garth before turning around.

"One thing though Garth" He said looking into Garth's eyes. Humphrey's cold stare and expression not changing.

"Who's in there ?"

"Where ? "

" The den Garth who's in there ? "

"Nobody Lilly's gone" Garth shifted uncomfortably.

"I'm not talking about Lilly " Humphrey said walking pack Garth towards the den.

"Who is it Garth ? or should I find out myself ? " Humphrey said he said firmly.

"I don't have to explain myself to you !" Garth yelled stepping towards Humphrey.

Humphrey shook his head and turned towards the den.

"Come out now " then silence. Humphrey hold his breath as the moments passed.

"Come on out " Humphrey said again. Then after what was another minute Humphrey saw a shift in the darkness.

"Okay " The voice said softly. The shift moved forward and appeared a wolf. It was very light- blonde young one , that Humphrey recognized to be Lola ; an Alpha he had hunted once with before.

Humphrey turned his head to look at Garth , his teeth grinding as he tried to surpress anger.

" You would ruin what you have with Lilly...can't say I'm surprised "

"Humphrey it's none of your business "

"Oh it is my business Garth , Lilly's my mate's sister there so close Garth , you hurt Lilly and you'll hurt Kate as well " Lola just remained quiet as she listened .

" Get out of here Omega ! it's none of your CONCERN !" Garth said madly causeing Lola to jump.

"Omega ... I'll show you I'm an Alpha Garth " Humphrey said staying calm.

"So Garth are you going to tell her or am I "

" NOBODYS SAYING ANYTHING ! GOT ME ! " Garth screamed.

" I thought you loved her Garth" Humphrey said sadly.

"I do ... I do love her ... I just" Garth said now softly. Lola sniffled and turned her head.

"Garth" Lola said her voice almost catching.

"you you do love her don't you ? " She said tears streaming down her face. She clearly that it meant something but Garth didn't.

"Yes...yes I do " He said not able to look into her eyes.

" Fine " Lola said walking towards him. With one swift motion her claws ripped his face. She moved past him as he clutched at his wound , blood dripped onto the dirt. Garth looked at Humphrey , exposing the bloody scratch across his nose . It was a bad and deep cut but Humphrey and Garth knew that if she wanted to she could haved ripped his nose off , she was being nice. Garth deserved it for using her. Humphrey shook his head at Garth , and walked passed him , his eyes on the ground.

Alan got up when he saw Humphrey leaving with Lola in front of him.

"Hey Lola" Alan said as she brushed passed him , mumbling something under her breath.

"Geez sorry" He said watching her as she walked away.

"Hello Humphrey what's her deal ? "

"It's nothing Alan *sigh* how are you doing ? "

"Just waiting for the hunt...hey can I ask you something ? " He said hopefully.

"Sure "

"You know Lola ? Well do you think ...ummm... I have a chance with her ? " Alan finished as he wagged his tail.

Humphrey thought about it for a second. "Well... I wouldn't suggest asking her out anytime soon but you to are both alphas and I think she needs some comfort " Alan smiled at this.

"Wait why should'nt I ask her out yet ? " He said puzzled.

" Well I think you should see what happened to the last guy...her feelings are hurt right now Alan. I don't recomend it ... just comfort her and she'love that "

"Really ? Thanks Humphrey " Alan said smiling.

" Don't mention it "

Two shadows moved quickly through the meadow. Their speed was evident by the frequency of there paws tapping the ground. The needed to move . As the went over a hill the saw the large rock-den that was Winston's home . The one nodded to the other as the entered the cave .

"Winston " Victor called out.

The old Alpha stepped out to see who was calling him.

"OH no" Winston said he's heart nearly stopped.

"It's time to pay up Winston " Victor said with a smile.

A/N: Thanks for reading , please review and have a nice day. I'm going to go watch prison break now.