Chapter Two

Sam stood there, just staring at the fence that Quil had jumped over with Claire in his jaws of death. He just stood there not understanding what just happened or maybe the better question was why one would react in that manner.

"SAM!" Emily's voice finally pierced through his foggy thoughts.

"What's happening?" One of the pack members asked.

"Where is Quil?" Another questioned.

"He flipped," Jacob finally provided. "I'm going after him," he stated and began pulling his t-shirt of his body.

"I'll go with you." Sam said and then to the rest of the pack, "stay here the lot of you," as he followed his second in command out into the forest.

As soon as they morphed Jacob's thoughts raced through his head. What the hell was that about, Sam?

He imprinted the alpha stated.

With who… that baby? Jacob asked appalled. Sam didn't answer so Jacob continued. We've got to get that child away from him before he snaps her in half or something.

That statement brought out a growl into their heads.

Quil. We have to talk about this. Sam thought to him, not surprised that there was no answer. We can figure what to do like rational humans. You have to give her back. Another growl. Quil, bring her back before you hurt her.

I would never… Quil began angrily.

Not intentionally, I know. Sam tried to reason with the impulsive wolf. It might be an accident.

No!

Quil, what the hell are you thinking, man? Jacob's voice rang through their heads. This is unheard of. What would everyone think when they learn that you found your soul mate in a two year old toddler? They heard another growl and felt Quil increase his speed.

Shut up, Black. You are making things worse. He concentrated on Quil again, using his Alpha voice. Bring her back, Quil. She has go back with her parents when they return to La Push.

There was a long pause and some kind of struggle on Quil's part until his answer finally rang in their surprised minds. No.

What the hell…

Did he just override your command? Sam didn't answer as he though why that could be so. He was Alpha. Every wolf in his pack obeyed him regardless of his or her own wishes. Unless… Unless what?

There are legends stating that some wolves, if strong enough in their belief or feel threaten where imprints are concerned, may have the ability to override the Alpha's command.

Does that mean that if he wished to leave the pack in order to secure her at his side, he can do so, even if you order him otherwise?

Yes! The answer came from Quil himself.

Quil, man, you can't be seriously thinking that this is the best solution, can you?

She is mine. He was being territorial again. She stays with me.

But think of her, Quil. Sam reasoned again. You cannot believe that not being with her family is her best bet. She needs her mother to take care of her. She needs to be with her father for support and protection. She needs to be with her sister to share and gossip as she grows up. If you take her, you will be depriving her of all that.

I can be just as good as her mother – for nourishment, better than her father – as a protector, and like her sister, I can be her constant best friend.

Maybe so, Jacob stepped in. But don't forget that all that involves maturity as well as a steady job to provide her with all said things. You cannot do it alone. You are still in High School for crying out loud.

Jacob and Sam sighed with relief when the felt Quil slow down, although not turn back yet.

Nothing matters to me anymore if she is not at my side. He said sadly.

Is he for real? Jacob asked Sam. He couldn't believe that having an imprint totally changes ones life. If that were the case he would NEVER want to have an imprint for his on.

Yeah, he is. I feel the same way about Emily. If I would lose her to any reason, I would parish in all sense of the word. Our imprints are everything to us.

Than how can you ask me to give her back? Quil questioned. You know exactly what would happen to me if I lose any contact with her.

You are right. Sam answered thoughtfully and stopped completely to ponder at the situation. Quil, come back. Please. We have to talk this through and make plans for the future.

I will not lose her… to anyone. He meaning was clear. If anyone even though of taking her away from him, it meant a fight till death.

We will support you all the way. Sam stated.

Thank you.

Phase back than so we can talk.

Quil sighed in response and a few minutes later came through the northern side of the trees to face his brothers, still in his wolf form.

Sam and Jacob looked at him confused.

"Where is she?" Jacob asked, anxious again. The last time they saw the toddler, she was hanging by her hood of her raincoat that was locked in his teeth. Slowly Quil rotated his body to the side to show that his imprint was comfortably resting on his shoulders, with her head gently against his neck. Her eyes were closed and she had the sweetest smile on her cherub face.

"She feels the pull of the bond already." Sam stated absentmindedly with a light smile and stepped toward the brown wolf. He stopped abruptly, though, when Quil tool a few steps back with this heavy paws. "I just want to hold her for you until you phase back."

Quil seemed to ponder for a moment before nodding his massive head in acceptance.

"There we go," Sam said softly as he cradled that child in his arms. He looked closely at her tiny body, making sure that she wasn't harmed in anyway. A few seconds later another set of hands snatched the toddler back.

Sam's expression softened even more when he saw the amount of love and adoration poured off of Quil.

"I can't let her go, Sam." Quil whispered gently, still looking at the little girl. "I won't!"

Sam only nodded. "We will think of something, Quil," he stated optimistically. "Emily's sister is aware of our legends so maybe she would understand."

Quil nodded in acceptance. His pack's support was all he could ask for.

"What's her name anyway?" Quil asked humorously.

"Claire." Sam answered with a chuckle.

"Hmm, perfect." Quil sighed before lightly sniffing his soul mate's golden hair. "Sleep my Claire bear."

TBC…

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