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Chapter-Damien Reef

Jesse and Emma were sitting in the living room, trying to figure out what to do, or what to do next. Waiting for Adam and the others was out of the question, since it was dark now, and the howls all around had sent shiver up both their spines. Going outside was out of the question, and was drawn on as being more dangerous, since Emma kept shooting the idea down, saying that man had told them to stay safe... and staying safe was staying inside.

"So what do we do then Em? ". Jesse was now on the edge, worrying for the missing members of the team, and for his and Emma life. Emma may have trusted what the man had said, but Jesse felt nothing of trust when he saw how the figure moved, and how silent it was. It reminded him of Shalimar when she was really pissed. She moved with graceful slowness that lasted out like a cannon ball.

"We need to stay here. Isn't their any thing that you can do..."?

Emma dropped her head in defeat when Jesse stared back at her in confusion. He drew her attention when he started to run about, getting things. "Emma you're a genius".

Emma allowed her jaw to drop, "...gee, thanks Jess, but what did I do? ". But Jesse was already out the room, and she was running to catch up to him.
He was going to the attic, and kicked the door open, since the bundle in his arms, prevented any hand gestures or use.

He'd gathered small things on the way, and when he got there, he grabbed the remote to activate his computer and started to move.
Emma watched as he sprung about, putting things together and making them work. He type viciously on the computer, and told her he was setting up a security system. They were small cameras he was putting up all around the house, and linking them to the computer up in the attic.

Emma was quite impressed, and a small smile played along her face. She sat down on a couch that looked a lot more comfy than the floor and crossed her legs. She was going to find out where the other were.

Adam had been having a long talk with Chris for a while, and he didn't want it to end. Chris knew he was a scientist, and explained every thing perfectly clear for Adam, not really thinking if he could trust Adam. he was gambling with his trust in him, and telling him with what they needed help with. Since he was there.

To Adam's amazement, Chris knew about Mutant X... and about the team being there with him. Chris wanted to meet them... talk with them, but he needed Adam to help a close friend of his.

"His name is Damien Reef, he's having a bit of trouble. I can't really explain it to you this moment, but it would be best if you and you team spent some time at my house..."

Adam didn't trust the way Chris suddenly became... weary. Would there be danger waiting at the house, or a trap. He didn't like it...

"Am I being kept here against my will..."

Chris suddenly came out of his thoughts, and gave Adam a warm smile. "Not at all. But I am asking you to help a friend of mine. I consider him to be like my child Adam... a son. I know you look at your team that way too. You must know how it feels when one of them is hurt, and you cant help them some times". Chris lost some of his calm status, and anger showed in his voice.

Adam's reaction to this was plain Chris had caught him off guard and his head had lowered, remembering times when he was in the exact position.

Chris continued, "And then you show up, so I find that a sign of help".

Adam nodded after a moment, "So who attacked me then..."

Chris gave a small shake of his head as if he did not agree with it. "That would have been Nick. He is very defensive towards strangers. He may have captured you if he knew like I do, that you could help Damien. He and Damien are Best friends, and when Damien... got the way he is... he was determined to find help for him. As determined as I am".

Silent moments passed, and Adam blinked when he thought he saw a small flash in the cave, but pushed that away. It may be lightning out side, and he wouldn't even know or hear it.

"... Ok Chris. I'll try and help your friend, but first I need to find my team and show them I'm ok. They'll be looking for me, worrying over me if I don't show up".

Chris lifted his head, as if looking off somewhere deep. A smile spread on his face, as he continued to stare off at nothing.

"Indeed they will".

A tingle struck Adam, but as soon as it appeared, it vanished, but the familiar warmth to it made him with it would come back.

Adam was about to ask when would he be able to find his team, when a familiar crackling suddenly sizzled in the cave entrance. He froze, ' No...'.

Brennan sprung into the room, and saw Adam's head snap in his direction. There was no time to hide now, since the man Adam had been talking to, was facing his direction. With out further thought, Brennan threw his hands forwards at the unknown man.

before his hand could level, some thing struck him side on, knocking his flying sideways into the cave wall. His head rebounded off the wall, sending shooting spikes of pain into his brain. He couldn't react quick enough as a huge hand gripped around his throat, and pinned him dangling against the wall.

His feet barely scraped the ground this time, while his hands tried to loosen the tightness of the hand.

It felt like Shalimar was trying her hardest to snap his neck, or strangle him very fast, but it wasn't Shalimar. He knew the moment the figure had attacked it wouldn't be her.

Not for the obvious reasons, but he knew when she was near. And this wasn't her.

He heard Adam shout his name, and heard a rustle from the direction Adam was in. He couldn't see Adam, since all he saw was half of the cave wall, and a dark corner. His head was turned away from Adam and his... new friend. He couldn't remember when that had happened, but he was determined not to stay in the strangling position for long.

He tried to catch a glance at his attacker, but his face was still held in a strong grasp. A tingle stopped him for a split second. It wasn't off the attacker... it seemed more familiar, inside his mind.

Adam tried to get to Brennan, but as he stumbled towards them, his arm was swiped into Chris's tight hold. Adam pulled against it, but Chris's soothing voice filtered through.

He didn't seem to be talking directly to Adam, but as Adam turned to stare into those dangerous eyes, he knew he was reassuring Adam.

"Nick... Holt!"

Instantly, Nick froze, easily holding Brennan filmily in place with his huge hand around his throat. Nick was easily over 6 foot, and arms at least 4 inches thick. He had wavy black hair that was turned upwards and spiked all the way through. Surprisingly, Adam saw the fashion fitted him well. He was handsome, with a muscular face, and piercing brown eyes that held any one at bay. His muscular arms seemed thick with muscle, and Adam wasn't surprised Brennan could not pry the hulks hand off his throat.

"See Adam... none of your family shall be injured. I want you're as a friend, not an enemy".

Brennan gave a grunt of discomfort, and gave a short twist to try and get free. Nick didn't even seem to notice it... merely gave him a warning glance, before dropping him back to his feet.

Brennan could feel the burn of Nick's fingers still on his throat, and couldn't help but rub at the sore area. His eyes saw Chris and they burned into him with an even greater warning than Nicks. A small glint appeared in Chris's eyes, and Brennan half stepped forwards.

Shock thrust through the Mutant x members when a growl emitted from Nick, halting all except Chris, who seemed like he had been waiting for some thing like that to happen.

Adam stared at Nick, trying to think out what was going on. First, Chris wouldn't give him a straight answer on what was wrong with this, Damien. Then, a growl of Nick, only sent Adam's mind spinning even more.

His and Brennan's eyes met, asking one question to each other.

'Is he a feral...'.

Adam considered it, although it did sound conspicuous when Shal was offered to come to this island and relax. Informed that the island was empty was even better, but it wasn't.

Adam had a strange thought creep through his head, but brushed it back under the mat before he could even challenge it.

He just hoped the others were ok... and hoped even more that he could keep the one member of the team that was standing in front of him, safe.
Surprisingly, Brennan seemed to hold some parts of the team together. Flirting with Shal, acting brotherly with Emma, Best friends with Jess, and he even managed to claim a small spot in Adam's mind of approval when he challenged his choices. It showed Brennan was looking out for danger... but now, it was too late.

Brennan gave Nick a deep glare, a part of his mind waiting for those eyes to flash gold, but they didn't. Brennan tried not to show his chest heave heavily for more air. He'd temporarily forgotten about his run in with this guy in the dark before. His chest and side, gave him a rude awakening... but he was determined not to show his weakness. Nick stared right back, defiant to look away.

Chris could feel the temperature in the room, step up a few notches, and decided it was now to act. Releasing Adam's arm, he cleared his throat.

"Nick. Relax. Dr Kane has agreed to help us. Will you go back to the house and get the car so we can take Dr Kane to him".

Nick seemed to relax at the news, but still kept a weary eye on Brennan. This time however, when he looked at Brennan, there was no death threats... just a glaze of wonder and suspicion. Nick started to leave.

Brennan's head shot in Adam's direction when the words were relayed to him. He found Adam staring right back at him, almost looking like they were waiting for a challenge.

Brennan smartly backed down. he wasn't going to start to judge Adam in front of these two. He could tell the one Adam was talking to, was in charge. He bossed this fellow, 'nick' about that way.

Brennan couldn't have denied the feeling of authority the man seemed to vibrate around the room. But he shoved them thoughts aside, and tried to catch Adam's eye again, to see what the plan. Adam didn't look at him, so the plan was obvious.

Adam had agreed to help them so he was going to. '...but help them with what?...'

Brennan's head spun in Nick's direction when he heard a sharp intake of breath.

What could have happened?

Find out in the next chapter.

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