Disclaimer: Hope you are prepared because I'm really turning up the action now. Big fight in this chapter. The wolf pack intervenes at the last moment to stop a group of vampires from completely slaughtering some unfortunate victims. One of them, a beautiful young woman is grievously wounded and on the brink of death. Michael prostrates a unique offer. Life, or death. Meanwhile Dante and Hellsing collaborate and begin to track down and eliminate the vampires attacking London. This chapter will also be longer.

Chapter Five- "Pack of Wolves"

"I can smell them damn it. They're very close."

"So can I. Everyone prepare yourselves. Strike hard and fast."

"Ooh I can't wait. It's been a while since we've been able to transform on a night like this. I'm going to enjoy this so much!"

"Haha me too. Alright, move out!"

Night time descended upon the town of Chingford. The moon was full and fat, illuminating the sleepy residence. Yet the calm and almost serene night was tainted by the aroma of blood and the shrieks of pain and anguish. Vampires descended on the town, unchecked killing randomly. They had captured a group of people, torturing and killing them off one by one in a nearby park. Surrounding them was acres and acres of forest. The closest district was a few miles away. There were eight of them, all clad in black clothing wielding weapons from guns to bats, axes, knives and chains. They had formed a circle, surrounding the remaining two humans captured. One such person

was a beautiful young woman. She was about 24 years old, she had brown hair and chocolate colored eyes. Her skin was light colored, she had full lips and a gorgeous statuesque figure. She was wearing blue jeans, a white t-shirt and black shoes. She sat cuddled in a fetal position, whimpering as she watched in horror as the vampires picked off the group one by one. They began to make crude and vulgar comments, remarking at her beauty and how much fun they would have ravaging her body. Vampires were not the only beings stirring under the moon's light. From across the forest rang the call of an ancient and terrible beast. One whose hunger could not be sated. A creatures as old and terrifying as any vampires yet more bestial and animalistic. The cry of a wolf.

"Yo! Fellas what do you think of missy here?" one vampire said pointing to the woman. Another phased behind her, grabbing her he picked her up as she cried and struggled. A man sitting next to her tried intervening. "Get your hands off her!" he shouted. His noble efforts ended in tragedy as one of the other vampires shot him in the head, blood and gore seeping to the grass covered field. The woman screamed, but it only delighted the vampire who turned her around facing the rest of his group. "She's a real beauty! Ooh come here baby" a vampire said gyrating his groin as he walked to her. His partner held her by the back of the neck, she struggled to free herself but no avail. The vampire leaned in close, sniffing her body before kissing along her neck. Groping her breasts with one hand he then licked her neck and cheek, grinning exposing his fangs. The remaining vampires all chuckled amongst themselves. "I can taste your sweet blood coursing through your body. What a tasty delight you'll be. Hope you boys are hungry!" he said to his comrades as they shouted and laughed.

Tears streaming down her face, the woman closed her eyes. Praying earnestly this hell would end. "Mom...dad..." she whimpered. The vampire laughed, sounding almost like a cackling dog. "Look here honey, your precious family is dead. We saw to that. Bit of fun too, never knew children could scream like that" he taunted. Dropping her to the floor the vampire grinned. She sobbed again, now on both her knees she put on a stoic emotionless gaze. "Please...just do it already I don't care. My family is dead. I have nothing now. Rape me, kill me, rip my body and soul apart it doesn't matter. Just end my life." she said closing her eyes embracing for the bitter sting of death.

The vampire grinned, his eyes flashing red. "Fine then, if you insist" he said raising his right hand preparing to sever her head. Just when she expected to feel his killing blow she opened her eyes. The vampire's attention was to his right, towards the forest. The remaining vampires looked in his direction. His expression now of fear and terror. "The fuck is wrong with you? Kill this bitch then lets burn this town to ash" one said brazenly. Shaking his head he pointed to the forest.

"Nothing is there."

"No wait, look. I can see it." Another vampire raised his pistol. Peering into the darkness he too saw nothing. "Look nothing is there so let's move on" he said turning back to the woman. The vampire group stopped when they heard a deep howl carry across the forest. The night grew deathly quiet. Even the wind was eerily silent. Readying themselves they began to look around the park frantically. Suddenly the vampire nearest by the woman started retreating.

"I don't believe it" he said practically whispering. All eight vampires turned to his direction. The trees rocked back and forth, bushes rustled. Something very large was moving out the forest, in their direction. Hearing a deep rumble a massive figure emerged from the tree base. The vampires all gasped, they recognized all the traits. Amber colored eyes that shone with great brilliance. Tall heavily muscled physique. Pointed ear and a long snout.

A Werewolf.

The wolf was enormous, it stood on two powerful hind legs. It must have towered at least 8 feet tall. It's forearms resembled those of a human's only its pawed hands ended in sharp claws. Walking out of the cover of the forest it rose to maximum height, it's chest rippling with great power. It's snout curled back, revealing rows of dagger like teeth. It's canine teeth in particular were most fearsome, nearly two inches in length. From its mouth a deep snarl echoed across the field like a crack of thunder. The wolf had pitch black fur, making it blend into the night even better. It's amber eyes shone with great intensity, as if amplified under the moon's radiant gaze.

The young woman looked on in horror. First vampires now a giant wolf? What kind of world was this? She whimpered then looked at her captors, they were even more afraid then she was. What kind of creature was this where even vampires cowered before it?

The wolf's jaws snapped in a loud pop. From behind it more growling and rumbling resonated out the forest. More wolves came into view. The second to walk out was almost as tall as the first yet equally as massive. It had chocolate brown fur. The third had silver fur. The fourth had dark gray fur with a lighter shade of gray on its abdomen. The fifth wolf was a reddish brown color and the final wolf to emerge was the smallest out the group but by no means any less physically imposing or terrifying. The wolves formed a V formation, with the black one at the tip. It was clearly the pack alpha. Each wolf curled its lips back revealing rows of sharp teeth and an apparent eagerness to use them. Their pawed hands twitched, the muscles flexing as they prepared themselves. It was going to be a bloody spectacle.

The vampires cried out loud. "Werewolves? We're fucked now! Let's get out of here!" the first said as he turned to run. The others took a defensive formation as they prepared for battle. The black wolf roared, a terrible sound as it carried across the park and through the forest. It was a deafening sound, like a combination of a lion and a bear. With a fierce snarl he sprang forward, running on two legs as the other wolves followed. For such large creatures they moved with surprising speed. They closed the distance between the forest and the vampire group in the span of seconds. The vampires dashed about, trying to avoid the snapping jaws and paw swipes of the wolves. One vampire aimed his gun at the silver colored wolf. Firing three shots he looked on in horror as the bullets pierced its chest. The wolf snorted as its muscles pushed the bullets out. Looking on in horror he watched as it swiped across his body, blood gushing out as its claws tore through his skin. He cried out loud, but they were quickly silence as the beasts jaws clamped over his neck. With great force the wolf tore into his neck and body nearly tearing his head off. Blood sprayed out like a geyser as the wolf snarled, blood dripping from its mouth.

Across the field wolves and vampires dueled in fierce combat. Two vampires charged a single wolf as they furiously swiped and attacked him. One stabbed it in the shoulder with a large knife, the wolf barely flinched as it took its right paw and in one gory motion decapitated the vampire. The other turned to run, frantic but its effort was in vain as the gray wolf pounced on him. With savage fury the wolf ripped him apart, tearing off both his arms then ripping out his mid section before biting his head into gory pulp. Blood and gore stained the earth as the wolves continued their slaughter of the vampires.

"Dear God...is this for real? These animals are killing them as if it were mere childs play" the woman stated watching. One by one the vampires fell to the power of the werewolves. Two now remained, one dashed behind her in a blur grabbing her neck. "Listen you mangy dogs. Keep at it and this bitch is as good as dead!" he shouted. His partner turned to run, two wolves pounced on him. Each grabbing an arm they pulled him in half using their strength. His cries replaced by loud snarls and barks from the wolves. Facing the remaining vampire and the woman, they re-formed their formation. Snarling and growling the alpha wolf stepped closer but halted when he saw the vampire tighten his squeeze around the woman's neck.

"That's better. I would have loved to enjoyed our time more but I need to get out of here. Ah well, sorry sweet heart" he said. The woman gasped, suddenly choking for air. Sharp excruciating pain erupted through her chest. Looking down she saw the vampire's hand poking through her body. Blood dripped down, staining her clothes and the ground. Pulling out his hand the vampire grinned before turning to run away. Dashing away in a blur. The wolves roared in great fury and bounded after him. The vampire looked over, his expression turning to fear. How could they be so big and yet move so fast? He tried running faster but it didn't help. He could hear and even feel the powerful steps of the wolves as they drew closer. The black one crouched, now running on all fours allowing him to run even faster. With one leap he dove for the vampire, using his pawed hands he gripped him tightly by the shoulders. The other wolves dashed around so that they surrounded him, with surprising agility too. Knocking him down the vampire tried getting up but he was pinned. Flipping over the last thing he saw was the snarling jaws of all six wolves as they pounced on him. Ripping into his body the alpha bit off and tossed his head away. The wolves continued their brutal kill, literally turning the vampire to a pile of gore, body parts and blood. Satisfied they ended their assault. Leaning up, they panted before snorting. The black one rose to full height, looking at his pack mates. Rearing back he gave an ear splitting roar as the pack joined in.

The woman lay on the ground, dying. On her back she gazed at the moonlit night. Coughing up blood her body twitched as she reached for the sky. "This is it, I'm finally dying" she said softly. A few minutes passed, her vision grew blurry. Looking to her right she saw the approaching figure of six men. They were all very tall and heavily muscled and had amber eyes that shone. More vampires? No there was something much different about these men. All six men were shirtless, further exposing their physiques. They all had on black pants and walked barefoot. Their pants were torn in several places. One of them, dark skinned stopped to check her wounds.

"Her lung was pierced and she has lost a lot of blood. She's dying Michael. Nothing we can do for her" Karl said. Michael had a blank expression. Behind him the others looked on in pity before walking away. Karl stood up to and walked before turning to Michael. "Hey Mike, let's go. We need to report to headquarters" but no response. Michael seemed to almost be in a trance. Looking at the young woman her appearance suddenly changed. Her clothes were different, she had on a beautiful white gown. The kind that hasn't been worn for over 300 years. Shaking his head he looked again. Back to the same bloodied and wounded person. Bending down he spoke to her.

"What is your name?"

"Kathleen, but everyone calls me Kathy" she answered.

"Kathy, I like that. You're dying and I don't have much time. Answer me, do you want to live?"

"...yes...please yes"

"Then Kathy I have an offer. If you allow me to I can grant you eternal life. Only at your permission though" he said. Kathy reached up, taking her hand she stroked his cheek. "Please...I want to live. I'm not ready to die. Please...be my path to salvation and liberty" she said. Michael held her hand tenderly before sighing. Rearing back his visage changed. His eyes flashed, his teeth elongated and sharpened. Biting down on her neck he snarled as Kathy cried out in pain. Karl looked on in horror, the others ran back over. "Michael no! What are you doing?" Raul shouted as Michael stood back up. Wiping his mouth he growled, the pack backed up a bit nervously. Sighing he bent down to pick her up, scooping her into his arms.

"Let's go" he said simply. The pack hesitated before following their leader.

Meanwhile...

"Ok so here I am in London. Great but how the hell do I go about finding this chick and her group?" Dante said in annoyance as he wandered the streets of London. He had been in the city for half an hour. Lady and Trish had ditched him at the last moment claiming they were following leads around the city. Dante carried the guitar case which held Rebellion. Sighing he looked up to see a car pull up. The driver stepped out, dressed in a uniform. Looking closer Dante read "Hellsing" on the shoulder patch.

"Sir, are you Dante?" he asked. Dante nodded and the driver motioned for him to step into the car. After a few minutes they arrived at the Hellsing mansion. Escorting him inside Dante was directed to where Integra's office was located.

Integra sat at her office, drinking some tea when there was a knock at her door. "Come in" she said. In walked Dante followed by Walter close behind. "Here he is Sir Integra" the butler said. Integra looked up, eyeing Dante. "Not exactly what I expected. Greetings Dante, I am Integra" she said gesturing for him to walk in. Dante smirked, setting down Rebellion's case. Folding his arms he stood in front of her desk. "Alright so you brought me all the way to London. Now what exactly do you need my help with?" he asked. Integra informed him of the situation with the vampires and their apparent connection to the Nephilim. Dante narrowed his eyes.

"So that's the situation. Tell me something Dante, your father was a demon correct?"

"Yeah"

"And the Nephilim were the result of demons mating with human females. So I ask you, what separates you from them?" she said. Dante remained quiet for a while before closing his eyes and sighing. "My father originally served emperor Mundus, who ruled the demon world. When Mundus plotted to invade and conquer this world he stood against him. Defeating his army and imprisoning his greatest servants my father fought and destroyed Mundu's powers. He then sealed the dark emperor and the demon world away, in doing so his own powers remain trapped. I don't know about these Nephilim. But it sounds like they were the original host of Heaven. Basically, fallen angels so my father wasn't among them" he said.

"This is all beginning to get interesting" Alucard's voice echoed through the room. Integra shivered as a cold sensation crept down her neck. Even after all these years of knowing him, it amazed her she could still be creeped out by him. The vampire phased through the wall, stepping into her office. Grinning he looked at Dante who turned to face him. "Alucard, we meet again. How about round two?" he said reaching into his jacket preparing to pull out his guns. Alucard pulled out his own. Integra halted the two of them. "There will be none of that. Remember we are here to work together. Now back to business" she said sternly.

"Very well my master" Alucard said placing his weapon away. Dante blinked twice, 'Master? This chick here is the master you take orders from?" he said surprised. Integra chuckled, 'What were you expecting?" she said. Dante shrugged his shoulders, "I thought the old timer there was the boss of this place. No offense pops" he cracked gesturing towards Walter who frowned.

"Anyway we have something to attend to. I'm sending you on a mission soon. Prepare yourself Alucard, and bring Seras with you too" Integra said. Alucard nodded and phased back through the wall exiting the room. Walter motioned for Dante to follow him. Integra sat back down, "My my this is going to be very interesting indeed" she said mulling over the current situation.

While Hellsing prepared for another hunt, Vladimir was busy checking the pack's progress. In his office were several of the Order's soldiers. Mariska as always, was at attention. Dressed in a black gown with black shoes her arms were holding some documents as she listened in. Vladimir narrowed his eyes.

"You say they stopped a vampire attack?" he said to one soldier who nodded.

"Yes sir, our report shows that Michael and the others destroyed a large group of vampires. It seems they were searching for something in the town" he said. Vladimir nodded.

"Any word on Hellsing's progress?"

"Nothing major. They've apparently listed the aid of a mercenary."

"Mercenary? That isn't like them. We got a name?"

"Yes, Dante"

"Hhhm...never heard of him. So Hellsing is enlisting professional mercenaries for their services. If they are forced to make such a move this is getting worse then I thought. Whatever is stirring these vampires must be something very foul" Vladimir said. Mariska handed him a couple of papers. "Sir, this came in about half an hour ago. It's from one of the agents we have under cover in Europe" she said.

"Ok good. Where is he now?"

"We...don't know. He's not been heard from for sometime now."

"That's not good. Alright let me look at these" he said. Scrolling down the papers his eyes suddenly grew wide as he sat up, knocking his chair over. Trembling in both fear and anger he clenched his fist. Mariska looked on worried, the soldiers looked at each other in confusion. "This can't be! They're back!"

"Sir what is it?" she asked. Turning to her he growled. "Mariska get all the information we have and put it on a hard drive. Then I want you to contact Hellsing and speak with their leader. Inform them of these latest developments and my coming arrival" she nodded and left the office. He then turned to the soldiers, "Captain ready your best men and prepare my plane for departure. We're going to London."

"Yes sir!" he said bowing before he and the others left. Calming himself down he went to his window, looking out at the grounds of his estate. "After all these years they have returned. If Hellsing has any chance of stopping them we will have to co-operate. I just pray to God we arrive in enough time" he said.

Back in London...

The pack had returned to their safe house. Kathy lay on the couch eyes closed, covered by a large blanket. Having been bitten, the Lycanthrope curse ravaged her body. Her wounds healed but there was no guarantee she'd survive the almost maddening effects the curse caused. The wolves were eating some food, Michael devouring a massive piece of steak. The others likewise consuming similar dishes. Looking up from his plate at her, Michael watched as she whimpered in pain, moving about. Raul spoke up, "Michael this wasn't smart. We should have let her die in peace. Who knows if she'll even live" he said. Robert looked at him. "Come on Mike knows what he's doing. There's a reason he's the alpha you know. Don't worry Boss, I trust your decision" he said smiling reassuringly. But Michael didn't seem to notice. Raul frowned, taking offense to what his pack mate implied. "Hey I never said I don't trust him. This just wasn't exactly the best move to make" he said defensively. Sergei chewed noisily, Alex did as well. Karl closed his eyes, opening them he turned to Michael. "You thought of her, didn't you?" he said. The other stopped, growing deathly quiet. Michael chuckled, setting his plate down. "You know me too well. It's been almost three centuries and I still blame myself. I saw a little bit of her in this girl and just couldn't abandon her. If Vladimir blows up over this you guys don't need to cover for me" he said. Raul frowned, "Come on how would that look if we let the alpha take all the heat? We got it don't fret" he said as the others nodded in confirmation. Michael smirked, "Thanks guys".

Integra's phone buzzed. The red light flashing. Walter looked at her as she pressed the button. 'Who is this?"

"Hello, is this Sir Integra of the Hellsing Organization?" a woman with a thick Russian accent asked.

"Indeed it is. Whom am I speaking with?"

"My name is Mariska. I am with the Order of the Cross. My boss Mr. Vladimir Sokolov is on his way from Moscow to meet with you personally" she said. Integra rose her eyebrows, "Order of the Cross? I've heard that name a few times at the round table. You guys are under a secret branch of the Russian government right?"

"Yes. Our Order has existed for well over 200 years. Much like your own, we combat and protect our nation from the forces of darkness. Anyway my boss wanted me to contact you. We have information about the vampire killing that will prove invaluable" Mariska explained.

"Really now. Fascinating, when can I expect his arrival?"

"Within a day or so. We will be in contact" she said hanging up. Integra folded her arms as Walter looked on. "Is there anything you need my lady?" She shook her head. "Go and check on Alucard and Dante. I don't want them killing each other" she said chuckling as Walter nodded and left her office.

"So...Dante uh you're half demon then? Yes?' Seras said nervously observing the devil hunter. They were gathered in the sub-basement. Alucard laughed while Dante smirked. "That's right babe. So you mean to tell me you're truly a vampire?" he said joking. Seras' eyebrow twitched in annoyance, a vein popped on her forehead. "Yes I am. That one over there turned me" she said pointing to her master. Dante shrugged, pacing. "Yeah yeah so. You two work for the chick with glasses. What's it like, killing your own kind?"

Alucard put on a bemused expression, "That's rich coming from someone that kills demons. Why do you do it? Dante" he asked. Dante looked at him, "When I was a child demons attacked my family. My mother was killed, and my brother was later corrupted by them. I had to kill him myself" he said a bit of sorrow creeping into his voice. All these years and the lost of Eva and Vergil still afflicted him. Seras dropped her annoyance, "I'm sorry."

Dante waved his hand, dismissing it. "Yeah yeah" he said. Just then Walter walked in. "Ah good, no bloodshed. Now then we have an assignment for you three. Vampires have been reported in the Greater London area. You are to go the location and put a stop to it. Search and destroy, leave not one standing" Walter explained. Alucard began laughing "An order to kill. I couldn't imagine a more suitable assignment on such a wonderful evening. Suit up, police girl" he ordered as he left the room. Seras nodded and dashed behind him. Dante grinned, "Well then let's get this party going" he said.

Sometime later the trio made their way to the site of the carnage. A residential area where vampires were busy ransacking the homes killing at random. Three vampires, dressed like street punks were busy feeding off the corpses of several people. One of them, dressed in a wool cap, blue jacket and black pants swished blood around his mouth before swallowing. He held the body of a young blond woman, "Hey what type is this again?" he asked his co-horts. The second one, dressed in a t-shirt and shorts looked up. "Can't you tell? The slight tartness. It's B-positive" he said. "Oh yeah I can definitely see it now" he replied. The third vampire was busy violating and ravaging the bodies of different people. Grinning he hissed as he continued his hedonistic pleasure.

A gunshot ran through the air, one vampire flinched before his head exploded in a blood mess. The other two jumped up. Alucard walked through the door, holding the Jackal in his hand. The other vampires faced him before he fired more shots. The rounds impacting as the vampires screamed before their bodies burst to ash. Elsewhere Dante and Seras walked about killing vampires. "Dante, when you shoot aim for the head or heart" Seras instructed recalling the tutelage Alucard gave her on her first assignment. Dante smirked, firing Ebony and Ivory at a group. His demonic infused bullets dealt equal damage to the blessed rounds used by Alucard and Seras. "So this is how you hunt vampires eh?" he quipped walking up and surveying the damage. Seras killed one last vampire, holding her standard rifle. Smirking she nodded, "Gets the job done sure" she said.

Alucard rejoined the group, they prepared to leave when they stopped. A person staggered over to them, bleeding heavily from several wounds across his body. He was a middle aged man, with black hair and dressed in a sort of black military outfit. "Please...please...help" he mumbled as Seras ran over. He dropped to the ground. Seras helped him up as he struggled to speak. "I don't have much time. I'm an under cover operative for the Order of the Cross. Please...get this file to Sir Hellsing. Please...our safety is in jeopardy" he said reaching on his clothes and handing Alucard a computer drive. The vampire took it and placed it in his coat. The man gasped for breath then died. Seras narrowed her eyes, looking up at Alucard.

"Master?"

"Let's go police girl. Our job is finished here" he said. Dante shrugged and turned to walk away as Seras looked back down at the man.

The rest of the night passed without incident. Day light returned to the city of London. At their safe house the werewolf pack were sound asleep. Kathy stirred slightly, opening her eyes she focused her vision. Sitting up she pulled back the blanket and sat upright. "Wha...what happened? Where am I?" she asked.

"You're awake. Glad to see the curse didn't destroy you" Michael said. She jumped slightly. The alpha wolf was sitting in a chair across from the sofa. Sighing she frowned, "What happened?"

"You don't remember? We rescued you from that group of vampires that killed all your friends and family" he said. Kathy shuddered, recalling that horrid night. The sorrow of losing her loved ones returned as her face dropped. "So...who exactly are you guys? How did you know where we were?" she asked. Michael folded his arms. "We are the Order of the Cross. We are an elite unit devoted to protecting the Russian government and society from all supernatural threats."

"Russia? But this is London.." Kathy said raising an eyebrow.

"I know, our master gave us orders to travel here and investigate the vampire attacks."

"Vampires?"

"Yes, those fiends which almost killed you. What else did you expect them to be?" he said. Kathy faced him, with an accusatory look on her face. "You mean to tell me vampires exist? Bullshit. What kind of prank is this?" she said. Michael glared at her, "Does this seem like a prank? Your whole family brutally slaughtered before your eyes. Close friends and neighbors butchered like meat. A gang of sadistic vampires preparing to rape and kill you. Did any of last night seem like a joke?" he said sharply. She stared at him, wanting to call his bluff. Suddenly her eyes widened and she jumped up.

"Wait! Those wolves! What were those wolves that came out of the forest?" she shouted. Michael cocked his head to the side. "Oh that was myself and my pack" he said very matter of factly. Kathy grew silent before sitting back down, stunned.

"Your...pack?" she said bemused.

"Well...yeah. Obvious no?"

"Just what the hell are you anyway?"

Michael stood to full height and put on his most serious expression. "I'm a Werewolf. What you saw was my pack in our wolf forms. Last night was a full moon and on nights like that we transform. We hunted down and killed every last vampire in that park" he said. Kathy shook, horrified. Michael's expression became more tender. "Kathy, you were nearly killed. I offered you life and you chose it. Kathy, you're a werewolf too now" he said as she gasped.

"No way...there's just no way.." she said shaking her head. Just then the rest of the pack came from upstairs. "Morning Boss er...oh...she's awake" Raul said looking at Kathy. The whole pack looked at their newest addition. Kathy cringed, "I'm...a werewolf?"

"Yes. Life as you know it will forever be changed" Michael said.

End chapter

Whew that one was long. Hope you guys enjoyed the werewolf fight. Next chapter up soon and it'll feature even more action. Dante and Alucard each go up against some tough vampires while the wolf pack encounters new threats as well. Thanks for reading and stay tuned!