Ivan ran to the creature and tried to punch it. It caught his punch and threw him on the table and monitors. All that gave under Ivan's weight. He was stopped momentarily, but he looked up and saw the creature grab the pups out of the cage and set them on the ground next to the pup that escaped the henchmen the first time. "Guys, we need to get out of here." Said Dean. "Are we glad to see you. Who is your friend?" Asked Claudette. "He's just an acquaintance of mine." Said Dean glaring at the creature. Everyone began to run out of the cabin. The were almost past the tree line when a voice shouted behind him. "Hey monster!" Screamed Ivan. Everyone stopped and the creature turned to face the Russian. "If you have what it takes to face me and win in combat, I'll let those pups and you go. If I win, I take the pups and they'll become my pets. If you say no, I'll never stop until that pack of yours is dead." Said the Russian grinning. The creature growled and began to walk to the Russian robot. Dean began to turn into the tree line. He began to disappear. The pups were too distracted to notice Dean's disappearing act. The beast walked and squared up to the Russian. "I'm going to enjoy this. You actually look like a worthy opponent." Said Ivan grinning. The beast growled and got into a fighting stance. Ivan threw the first punch and it connected with the beast's face. The beast didn't move, the punch did nothing. The beast grinned and sent a punch to Ivan. Ivan flew back, and hit the ground hard he tried to get up but a clawed foot hit him square in the face. He was thrown further than before. The beast moved closer, but stopped when he heard laughing. Ivan began to laugh hysterically. "I'm sorry, it's just that I'm so happy. I can use my full strength and speed to fight you." Said Ivan. His eyes flowed yellow and he began to grow. His jacket and shirt were torn away and his jeans had become cargo shorts. He now stood eye level with the beast. In a split second he was behind the beast. It turned and Ivan punched the beast which sent the beast flying. The beast jumped back and the fight was on. Ivan and the beast kept hitting each other and it seemed as if the beast was getting the upper hand. Both of the fighters punches shook the ground and air around them. The beast was a bit bruised with small cuts, but other than that fine. Ivan's metal skeleton began to show in some parts of his body due to the punches and kicks of the beast. He doged another punch and backed away. He became irritated. "This creature is strong. The only other creature that can damage me like this is Julius." Thought Ivan. Another thought came to mind. This thought hit him like a ton of bricks. He then smiled at the beast. "I know who you really are. I am going to take your head." Said Ivan. He then pulled out two boot knives and sped around behind the beast. He leaped on its back and began to cut into the creatures back. The creature howled and yelled in pain. It's eyes became crimson. It ran Ivan into a nearby tree and that knocked Ivan of its back. Ivan got up but the creature's speed and strength had increased. Ivan got clotheslined and flipped back onto the ground. He staggered up, but when he did the clawed hand of the creature went through the robots chest. A synthetic blood started to come out of the wound and the Russian's mouth. The beast ripped its hand out of Ivan's chest and Ivan slumped against the tree onto the ground. The beasts eyes returned to a reddish-brown color. The creature shook its head and looked at the Russian. It got down on one knee to where it was eye level with Ivan. It began to weep for Ivan. "Do not cry for me. I am glad it took you to kill me. Now I am going to be able to experience death, so thank you. Ivan grabbed the creature and whispered something in its ear. He then let it go and his eyes lost all their color, all their life. Ivan was dead. The creature got up and walked to the pups. Blood began to seep from the creatures wounds and mouth. Dean reappeared behind the pups. "Let's get you guys home." Said Dean holding back tears. They began their trek home. A few tears escaped both Dean's and the creature's eyes. They both tried to not show the pups. "We have a few miles to go until you make it home." Said Dean. Back at the den the sun was about to rise and the pups and Dean were still missing. Every wolf has been looking for them. Kate and Humphrey were in their den holding each other. They both looked tired. Winston walked in. "Hi, dad" Said Kate quietly. "Hey Kate, I just wanted to come and check in on you two. The pack is doing everything they can to find the pups. You two need to rest." Said Winston concerned. "I can't sleep until I know for sure that my pups are alright." Said Kate. Humphrey nodded in agreement. "Will you two at least eat or drink something for me?" Said Winston. Kate and Humphrey looked at each other. "We can get some water by the pond." Said Humphrey. Kate nodded and they both began to walk down the ridge. They saw Garth and Lilly on their way there and they tagged along with them. They were almost to the river when Kate looked from the ground and her eyes grew wide. In their path was a massive creature. Everyone saw it, but Kate looked by the creatures feet and saw three grey pups and one tawny colored one. "Mom! Dad!" Screamed Runt, Stinky, and Claudette. The parents and pups ran to each other in a teary embrace of hugs, kisses, and tears of joy. Dean then disappeared and the creature began to walk to the river. "How did you guys escape?" Asked Humphrey. "Dean and that creature saved us." Said Runt. They turned to where Dean and the creature were but they were both gone. "They were just there." Said Stinky. Don't worry guys we'll find them." Said Humphrey. "Pups!" Screamed Lilly and Garth the pups ran to them and embraced them. Kate walked to Garth and Lilly. "Could you take them to Mom and Dad? Humphrey and I are going to look for Dean." Asked Kate. "Sure." Said Lilly. "Come on guys, let's go see Grandpa Winston and Grandma Eve." Said Garth. "Yeah!" Said the pups joyfully. The pups, Garth, and Lilly began to make their way to Winston and Eve's den. Kate and Humphrey began to look for Dean.