Corad: Hello guys. Another chapter ready for you all. Thanks to those who reviewed the last chapter. I'm glad you thought it was cute Happy Yaoi Lover. I can't remember what happened in the last chapter though...my head is spinning right now, but I can't keep my readers waiting. I ain't selfish. Thanks to JakLover too. The confabbing is over for now. Some action and wolf killing will take place, as well as a special Kleiver and Veger appearance.

I don't own Jak and Daxter. I never will. We can all breathe a sigh of relief now. Please enjoy.


Chapter 62 – Spiritual Saviour

"Ah, if it isn't the ankle biters. What have ya come for this time?" Kliever boomed, striding over to Jak who tried to make himself as small as possible. Not that he had anything against Kleiver, but the man just seemed…too large for him (Sharok: Corad, You're an idiot -.-')

"Kliever, I didn't expect to see you out so early," Jak muttered back, finally standing up tall to show he wasn't the least bit terrified. Kliever let out a long laugh, his shoulders shaking so violently the Ottsel Veger, struggled to stay on.

"Look boy, I own this garage! Now what do you want?" Kleiver growled, motioning towards the large variety of dune vehicles. Jak's eyes rested on the sand shark, and he longed to drive that again, but instead he picked out the dune hopper.

"Hand me the keys to that one," Jak replied, wandering up the vehicle and resting an arm over the roof bar. Kleiver began laughing again as he fumbled around his belt for the right ignition key, before tossing it to Jak.

"Goin' out for a bit of sky seeing, are we?" the older man asked, returning by Jak's side and patting his vehicle affectionately. "Well, if you as so much as scratch her, I'll make you wish you were never born," he finished, his teeth bared in a cruel smile. Jak had a hunch that Kliever was being over protective, but then remembered the time the Ram Rod almost blew up when Damas had "borrowed" it.

"Don't worry, I'll return her the way she was," Jak replied smoothly, slipping into the leather seat and resting his foot on the brake peddle. Kleiver let out another long, loud laugh before taking a step back from the vehicle.

"You keep your word Boy, or I'll hunt you down and skin your rat!"

"Me? Why me!" Daxter suddenly snapped, peering over the roof bars at the large elf, his eyes wide in shock. Before Jak waited for an answer, he thrust the keys into the ignition and started up the low purring sound of the engine.

"See you later!" Jak yelled without a single glance at Kliever, as he floored the peddle, grinding the tires into the sand at such a rapid speed they spun a few times. Sand was thrown into the air, fine grains creating a cloud in front of Kleiver. Jak didn't hear what profanity the old man actually threw at him, for the Dune Hopper was already roaring out the garage and across the flat sandy ground. It was a fine day, not much wind and not a single cloud in the sky. These sorts of days were perfect for wasteland venturing, when no sand storms threatened their safety.

"So, Monk boy wants us to see her, does she?" Daxter asked after a few moments of silence. Jak tilted his head to the side, replying with a loud, simple "Yep". Daxter growled beside his ear, huddling as close to Jak's hair as he could to avoid falling off. Their long trip to the Monk Temple went well, considering no Metal heads were wandering around, and no Marauders were hunting for artifacts. Jak was also relieved when he didn't cross paths with any wolves. He knew they were out here, and feared than he'd surely meet at least one, but lady luck was with him, so they had a pleasant trip.

"Look Dax! It's up ahead! Remember to keep a tight grip when we cross the gaps. I don't want to loose you!" Jak shouted out, driving the vehicle over the last large dune and settling his eyes on the rock structure in the distance. He knew Seem would already be there. She was never late for gatherings, so Jak knew she'd be waiting for him. Pressing the peddle further to the floor, he lined up the Dune Hopper to cross the large gap easily. He hadn't failed taking these deadly jumps to date, but there was always a first time for everything.

Heart pounding, breath caught up inside his lungs, he gathered speed and moved quickly to the edge of the sand bank, tapping his other foot down onto the left peddle. The dune buggy suddenly dropped a foot or two, before Jak released his foot from the peddle. The huge springs in the suspension threw the vehicle into the air, and the duo flew over the gap, across the small canal of ocean, to reach the other side onto another islet. This time Jak tapped the breaks slightly all the while steadying the Dune hopper and pointing it towards the next large jump. This next jump was slightly longer than the last, but Jak knew he could take it.

"Be careful Jak! I don't wanna be that giant squid's lunch!" the ottsel screamed, his tiny claws scratching Jak's shoulder pad to stay on. Jak focused directly ahead of him, blocking out all other surroundings. Narrowing his eyes, he pressed on the accelerator, again tapping the left peddle to take a leap. The Dune Hopper moved quickly, digging up surface sand as it went, before it finally left the ground, soaring over the split of ocean and landing with a heavy thud on the other side.

"Another two to go Dax! Stay with me!" Jak cried out, spinning the wheel only just to get the dune buggy heading straight. He took the next one with ease, considering the isle ahead was lower than the current one he was at. He didn't need much power in the leap, so tapped the spring control peddle for a split second. Once they'd taken the last jump and landed safely on the other side, Jak slowed down the Dune buggy, and wiped sweat off his forehead. He let out a low whistle in relief, before gripping the steering wheel again and beginning the steep climb to the entrance of the Monk Temple. There was only one last jump needed to take, with was a wide crack in the earth, forming steep, rocky cliffs. Jak knew that if anyone ever fell down there, it'd be instant death for them. No way in hell they'd survive the fall.

When the engine was switched off at last, the surroundings settling into an uneasy silence, Jak made his way with Daxter through the pillar structures towards the large solid doors ahead. His legs beneath him were still shaking from the adrenaline, but he managed to get himself to the door, and wait for its quiet opening. Once it had opened up, the duo stepped forth, eyes scanning the high, circular, roofless room carefully. Things had been known to lurk around in the shadows. Jak remembered metal heads leaping out at him, and he could just recall their horrid screeches as the bullet cut through their flesh. Another thing was the dark makers. Over a year ago, this sacred site was infected with dark maker filth, and they weren't the easiest of things to kill, having protective shields flare up around them. The thought that some may still be living here sent a shudder down his spine.

Although these memories still creeped him out, the blonde took bold steps into the centre of the room, looking around in the hopes to spot Seem. Following the huge stone steps and canopies made from an old material upward, his could just make out a small figure standing at the very top.

"Seem's on the top dais," Jak whispered, pointing up to the where Seem stood gazing out across the wasteland. He wondered how long she'd been waiting for him, but decided to get a move on so she wouldn't have to wait any longer. The climb to the top was a cruel one like always. Not only did he have to avoid lit torches lining the walls, but some of the stone steps caked away when he put a foot on them. Once he'd taken the last steps and clambered onto the ledge, he was met with a cool, mystic voice.

"You have arrived, hero. Now we must talk." Jak picked himself up, and moved over to the ledge beside Seem. Her back had still been turned to him, and thoughts crossed his mind as to how she knew he was there.

'You did make quite a racket remember. Large Stone pieces hitting a solid ground from a steep height is not likely to be silent,' Light corrected him, and he sighed inwardly. 'I guess you're right. I just hope I haven't lured anything towards us.'

"Jak, this sacred ground is under threat. The Wolfish have moved inward, and have taken residence within this temple. My monks have been forbidden to step foot inside ever since, for I cannot risk their lives. We have taken up gathering in another place, where we are free from Wolves for the time being. However, with the way things are going, I fear it won't be long until they find us again," Seem turned around, resting a white hand on Jak's shoulder gently. Her red eyes were penetrating his mind, and he could feel both Light and Dark inside shouting out to break eye contact.

Shifting his eyes away from the Monk, Jak rested his arms on the small barrier before him. "What do you want me to do? The city is already trying to sort the problem out. Men have been working over time to keep the city safe, and I've kept leads with some Wolfish I know," the blonde muttered, keeping his eyes turned away from Seem.

"Jak, the pack shall return shortly. I watched them venture forth into sacred grounds. They ventured into the holy temple not so long ago, and I feel them returning," Seem said in a hushed voice, motioning down to the ground where it lay deserted. Jak furrowed his brow, leaning over the edge to try and get a better look. When he heard a muffled scraping of stone on stone, and saw a few grey dots enter the circular room from the holy door, he knew Seem had been right.

"My God, what are they? Why would they venture down there? Aren't they just…beasts?" Jak said in awe, trying to be as silent and hidden as he could manage. Seem nodded in return, before speaking up again, her words hard to make out.

"From a first glance, that is what we believed. But Jak, these 'beasts' show a power we elves have never encountered before. They have their own rituals, their own faith and God to worship. Indeed they look like mindless animals, but there's more that lies beneath that we cannot see. You see those dark clouds on the horizon?" Seem stopped speaking, her hand outstretched and pointing to dark clouds forming in the distant sky.

"Yeah, why? I've seen those same clouds for about a week now. I just figured it's storm season," Jak replied blankly, turning to her. Seem shook her head, and closed her eyes in deep thought.

"Jak, have you ever heard of the God Irigaj? He is the wolfish God, said to protect and guide all. Those clouds you see, he is moving. He has been angered in ways we cannot describe, and it is hard to tell who has angered him. May it have been us, or one of his own, he is still angered. I fear that if we do not resolve this problem before he arrives, it may be too late, for all races." With the last words, she spun around, her eyes wide and staring past Jak. He could sense something was wrong, and turned around slowly, his worst fear standing behind him.

The wolf's fangs were bared; it's cold blue eyes locked onto Jak and Daxter as it began taking daring steps forward. The spiked tail kept lashing about, glinting dangerously in the sun. "Dammit! Seem, are you ok! We have to fight this thing! It's the only way!"

"No Jak! If you fight it, you'll draw the others up here! You don't have the strength to fight an entire pack!" Seem snapped back, her mystic tone completely gone replaced by a fear stricken one. There wasn't another choice though, so Jak pulled out his morph gun, and aimed it at the Wolf's chest.

"Get back, or I'll shoot! Would you rather live and let live, or die a slow and painful death now?" Jak growled, gun raised to eye level as he told Daxter to get back with Seem. He scurried off his shoulder and darted towards the Monk, which was a mistake on his behalf. The wolf by instinct cut eye contact with Jak and dashed towards Daxter and Seem.

"No! Daxter!" Jak cried, shooting at the wolf's back, bullets digging into flesh but not fazing it the least. Drawing his dagger, he ran forward, delving the blade deep into the wolf's hind, just above it's thigh. It let out a pained yelp as blood soaked into its fur, staining Jak's blade red. The beast began to struggle around, and spun to face Jak, tearing out the blade as it moved. It locked pained eyes with Jak, and growled something out, which he felt his insides churn.

"A mistake wolf boy. A mistake…"

'How could I understand it? I don't speak wolf! So how…oh no, Seem!' Jak's mind screamed after noticing the wolf's tail lash out into Seem's side, forcing her to stumble towards the edge. He watched as her face contorted in panic when her feet left the ledge, and she fell, speeding towards the ground. Daxter ran to the edge, screaming for him to do something. But what! What was he meant to do!

'Jak, recede beneath and let me loose!' And so it began. White eco pulsed around his veins, an icy feeling as it seeped into his head, his lungs, his limbs. Everywhere it bled into, he felt cold and calm, until finally Light had taken over his body completely. Daxter watched as Light Jak closed his eyes and clapped his hands together, sleet of blue and white spraying forth and settling on everything around them. The time slowed down, the movement came to an almost halt but Light ran forward, thrusting his cold hand around Daxter's waist and taking a fast leap off the ledge. He cried out in a serene voice for guidance, and felt his eco formed wings spread from his shoulder blades. He began flapping them gracefully, his body flowing gently through the slow moving time around him, before he became in reach with Seem.

She looked like a statue, her eyes wide and staring in fear, her hand outstretched upwards for help from Jak or Daxter, but she was safe now. She had momentarily been frozen in time, and was almost floating in mid air, out of harms way. But that halt of the clock would soon run out, and Light knew that. Taking hold of her waist in his free hand, Light began to descend towards the ground, hoping to make it the portal before time sped up again. His wings kept beating gracefully, lowering himself and his two escapees to the solid ground below. Within a few meters upon landing, his flash freeze power died out, and he landed as quietly as he could.

Seem began gasping for air, clutching at her chest in panic and fear, before she finally realized she was safe…well, almost. The wolves, now unfrozen in time, turned their heads to the three, and began growling fiercely. Light gathered up the remainder of his strength, and created a shield around Seem, Daxter and himself while they ran towards the portal. He knew the wolves couldn't harm them while the shield was up, but his energy and supply of light eco was slowly diminishing.

"Quick Monk Boy! Go through the portal! We'll take care of ourselves!" Daxter shouted at her, speaking the words Light could not speak. Seem nodded her head, and lifted her palms to the portal surface, chanting something under her breath until the gateway unlocked. She gave one last fleeting glance at Light Jak and Daxter, before leaping through and disappearing, the portal going blank after her departure.

"Quick Jak! Let's get outta here!" the ottsel began screaming in a hurry, watching now as the wolves began drawing nearer, all eyes and fangs glinting eerily in the dimmed light. Light Jak began running, feeling his shield falter around them both, but fled nonetheless. By the time he made it out the door and back to the Dune Hopper, he was struggling to stand. His head was spinning painfully, and his body was trembling as if he were frozen. His time was up.

'Thank you…Jak…' Light whispered to Jak, letting himself slide back into the shadows. Jak regained control, and felt the icy feeling slipping away from his body. He felt his senses sharpening again as the light eco disappeared, and ran forward towards the dune buggy, before flinging himself into the seat and switching it on. The engine roared to life, and he spun the vehicle around, doing a sand burnout in the process. Wolves were fleeing out the temple door, and were rushing after the Dune Hopper, but gave up after a while and retreated back inside the sanctuary walls. Jak however, heart beating fast, drove like a bat outta hell all the way to Spargus, not once looking back until he reached the garage to return Kleiver's prized vehicle.


Corad: Hope that was ok for you all. I didn't reproof read this before I updated. I have proof read it, but it takes numerous times to fix all mistakes. So if you find any, blame it one my dizzy spell thing that I'm experiencing right now. And my eyes hurt! Damn this stupid head problem...please review. I don't care if you've never reviewed before, but please still review. I'd like to know who's reading this, other than the stats numbers on that account page thing...I won't bite ya...well, maybe I'll give you a bear hug...if I've got the energy too...bye ppls..