Chapter 21 - Part of the Pack
So this has come out quite early because im going on holiday to a place with no wifi D: it's gonna be torture. So i figured i would release this today and the next chapter will be released later than normal. I apologise but i have not had time to fully proof read this chapter so please excuse any mistakes. I may update the chapter later to add a bit more and round it off better. I did really enjoy writing this chapter so i hope it's a good read.
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The beast stood tall in the darkness, it was a savage cross between a wolf and a man. It's large ugly head reared back as it howled to the moon, the sound filled with bloodlust and rage, it long red hair seemed to shine like wet blood in the moonlight. There was no way Link could take this beast alone, he had only been a wolf for two days he didn't stand a chance.
The beast bellowed and ran at Link, it swung its gnarled hand downwards, Link dodged and rolled out the way. The hand smashed into bare rock shattering the slab it struck. The immense strength of the beast put Link in sheer awe, this creature was insanely powerful. He sprinted in a ring around the beast looking for a weak spot that he could exploit, there weren't any obvious ones. Link decided to turn to normal hunting tactics, when hunting any mammal the weakest point is the underside of the neck, if Link managed to bite that neck the beast would bleed out or at least run away. The beast swung it's large dog like tail around trying to hit the running wolf as it ran behind. Link slid under the tail breaking before running right at the beast's back, jumping on the base of the tail bone he bounded up the back of the beast, the beast began to turn, soon it would expose his target, Link jumped over it's shoulder anticipating the beasts movements and prepared to strike his target. In a lightning fast motion the monster swung its arm hitting Link with a destructive blow, Link howled in pain as he was knocked into a near by pillar.
Link realised couldn't win out in the open like this, he was at a severe disadvantage, in order to catch the beasts attention he barked at the beast. The beast, enraged, charged at the small wolf, Link smirked and ran into the forest. The monster barrelled through the forest after its prey snarling and roaring, with every step it crushed growing saplings and shrubs leaving in its wake a trail of destruction. Link meandered through the forest amazed at his own running speed, his sharp senses told him everything he needed to know: exactly where the enemy was, exactly what path to take. He could easily move through the forest with deadly precision and total silence. Never before had the young man felt more alive. The monster was slowly gaining on him, this was it. Link broke his stride completely, immediately halting as the beast ran towards him. Seeing its prey halt the monster attempted to stop also losing its sense of balance causing it to fall to the ground. Link dodged the monster as it slid to a stop and ran into the undergrowth for cover. The beast pulled itself up, its eyes filled with a calm rage as it searched for its prey.
Link did his best to stay hidden, he prowled through the undergrowth looking for the perfect spot to strike. In less than a second the beast turned and made instant eye contact with Link. His cover was blown, the beast also seemed to have enhanced senses. Link cursed, that would make sneaking useless. The beast yelled and carved its paw through the undergrowth tearing it to shred and striking Link at the same time. Link let put a loud whimper of pain as he struck an old oak tree. Link managed to drag himself to his feet, he wasn't in a good position he was hurting all over and was probably bleeding where he had hit the tree. The beast ran at him fangs bared and ready. Link managed to avoid the beast by mere millimetres, the beast burst through the tree toppling it. As Link landed, pain shot up his legs causing him to howl in desperation. Before he could recover he saw the tree falling down on top of him. Now only running on sheer adrenaline and survival instincts Link rolled out of the way not entirely helping his injuries. The trunk was now between him and the beast. The beast leapt up on top of it locating its helpless prey as it lay tantalisingly in front of him. With a victory bellow it jumped down from the trunk over Link. Link forced himself onto shaking legs, his fangs still bared menacingly.
I am not giving up Link told himself I can do this I am going to help you no matter what it takes! He yelled in his head.
The beast raised its paw ready to finish Link off. The muscles in Link's legs tensed ready to spring into action. The paw descended and Link's legs began to recoil, but both halted the second they heard a howl from the right. Stood on a boulder was a golden wolf howling to the sky silhouetted by the silver moon. Momentarily after a cacophony of howls could be heard as from the forest came whole packs of wolves circling the battlefield.
The mighty beast saw his disadvantage and fell onto all fours in a defensive position. Three wolves attacked from behind, two were swotted away like flies but one had snuck underneath and and jumped up towards the beast neck. Link was astonished, he looked back up to the golden wolf to find he had gone. The beast bellowed and began to run through the forest. The wolves followed the creature, the hunt had begun.
Link ran after the beast following it's direct path. He found this odd, the beast could have easily held its ground why was it running. Link could hear how the wolves were communicating. The pack had done this a hundred times and had cut down the hunt to a precise operation. Link could tell the pack has split into six groups, four flanks that were positioned in places to force the prey into a direct route but could attack is necessary, a fall back group making sure the prey did not escape by totally changing direction and finally a forward group who were running ahead to ambush the beast. No doubt the alpha was in that group leading the charge. As inspired as Link felt he couldn't help but be worried, this was no ordinary beast. It seemed to be running much slower than it had been earlier. It's trying to trick the wolves into thinking it is tiring Link realised, it knows what their doing. Link cursed as he saw the beast instantly change direction heading straight towards the mountain. Link sped up, he had to catch up.
The right flank groups made their move to redirect the beast but failed as the beast barged through the pack, spinning as it knocked a pouncing wolf right over Link's head. Link watched in awe at the near military precision this beast was fighting with. The beast continued running towards it's destination suddenly bursting from the trees into a large grassy clearing. A pack of half a dozen wolves burst out from the undergrowth attacking in formation, The formation was foolproof some wolves distracting some ready to attack the weak points. After circling the beast the wolves attacked simultaneously. Link was ready to join the fray when the beast jumped. It leapt at least six feet into the air and the wolves collided in midair. The beast was about to descend on the wolves when a much large wolf barged into the monster knocking it away. With a quick yip it sent the other wolves into the forest. Link looked at the newcomer. He had silver white hair and burning golden eyes, scar lay on his face and body. Even Link felt intimidated as it growled at the beast. The alpha had arrived. Link stepped into the clearing also baring his fangs it was time to finish this.
Both the alpha and Link charged at the beast, the alpha dodged a paw that was swung at him rolling under his legs and biting down on the beast's tail. It bellowed and swung round Link narrowly missed its leg at it moved as he ran to the other side of the wolf breaking and performing a full turn he jumped towards the beasts neck. The beast turned his head away from Link hiding his neck and swinging its long red hair to strike Link. Link fell to the ground and the alpha retreated back. That was when Link had his idea, fire erupted in his eyes as he barked at the beast gaining his attention the alpha went and bit the monster leg this time wrestling with the strength of it. The beast bellowed and attempted to strike the wolf, Link catapulted himself into the air landing on the monsters arm. He ran up the creature coming up with a plan as he went. As Link reached the beasts shoulder it snapped it's mighty jaws, just missing Link's tail as he jumped behind the monster. He caught the long strand of red hair that cascaded down the monsters back using his momentum to swing around the front of the beast wrapping the hair around him like a scarf. Finally landing behind the monster Link pulled the hair with all his strength, pulling the mighty beast to the floor. The beast fell smashing it's head on an enormous boulder breaking it in two, the force knocked the monster out cold.
The alpha howled in victory and Link panted totally out of energy. The whole pack of wolves stepped into the clearing looking at the unconscious beast many were injured but no seemed fazed. The alpha walked over to join his pack turning to Link only to offer a curt nod to the lone wolf. Link returned the gesture in gratitude for the help the pack provided, without the, Link would no doubt be dead. The pack turned and reentered the forest Link highly doubted he would run with this pack again.
He jumped onto the front of the giant beast, if he were in his human form he would have frowned but instead he let out a soft whine as he looked down at the monster pitying what it had become. Gently he curled up on the monsters chest and fell asleep.
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Knightwalker woke up as the sun rose, it's light flickered through the trees dappling the ground with it's rays. She lifted an arm to her head, she had a splitting headache like none she had ever had before. Is this a side effect? She thought, contemplating her situation. Finally taking note of her surroundings she felt a warm body resting on her belly. She looked down to see a large wolf head lying on it's side on her bare stomach. "Wolf?" She asked confused, how did he get here? what the hell happened? "Argh why can I never remember?" The red headed warrior wracked her brain but couldn't remember a single moment of last night. The wolf opened his eyes, keen and ready. He looked up to see… two more than reasonably sized breasts.
Link's mind went into instant overdrive as he got up and turned away from the naked Erza Knightwalker, the one he had been sleeping with all night. The human inside of the wolf turned a shade of scarlet that rivalled Erza's hair. Knightwalker's face did too as she realised the situation covering her body with her arms. The situation quickly became awkward so Erza fled, yelling back. "I'm going to find my armour." Link was left awestruck, he didn't realise she would be naked when she woke up. Silently, he turned and followed the trail of destruction from last night back to the gateway.
Erza returned wearing her armour and spear, her face still blushing as she refused to look at the perverse wolf. Link just sat as she walked past, a sad forlorn look on his face. When Link didn't follow she looked back to see his face, it was filled with worry. Link walked up to the warrior and pushed himself against her leg. She bent down and patted the wolf.
"I'm sorry I didn't tell you about... Well you know, I didn't know how you would react." Link looked right into the eyes of Erza. "Listen, most magics no longer exist in this world. There are however some that weren't removed, mainly the magic of demons. Curses."
Link flinched at the word demon thinking back to the last two he fought. Both were strong beyond belief with both swords and magic, heck Demise managed to create a whole new dimension and was still an insane warrior.
"Much to my misfortune I happened to meet one, he cursed me into a bestial form that would only arise in the night. That's the form you saw last night and I don't know how you beat me but tonight it will be back so please stay away, and don't try it again."
Link nodded before nuzzling the warrior. She stood up and looked towards the enormous gate that was now open.
"Well then, I guess that's where we're headed." Erza ran over to the giant door. "Well come on you pervert lets get you home."