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Married to Darkness- Chapter 11

Theo grabbed his phone and tossed it into his pocket. He opened the door to the den and found Corey and Mason standing outside of it. Theo blinked a few times before asking, "Do you want to follow the tunnels and use them to get to the entrance?"

Mason nodded and said, "That sounds like a plan. It goes without saying but Corey is coming with us." Corey shyly smiled and waved at Theo. The chimera smirked, "Like I would have a problem with that? Come on Mase, the more the merrier." The three stepped out of the den and followed the winding tunnels towards the Dread Doctor's lair.

Corey commented, "More the merrier? That wouldn't include Liam would it?"

Theo turned his head to face the younger chimera and realized he didn't hide the fear in his eyes at the thought until it was too late. Corey nodded and wore a soft grin as he said, "No worries. Just poking the bear."

Mason looked at Corey, "Theo isn't a bear, a wolf maybe, but definitely not a bear." Corey laughed and Theo shook his head in confusion. They reached the entrance and step down the stairs. The rooms look empty and besides a couple of broken vats, there seemed to be nothing left to be found.

Mason commented, "Alright, so you expect to find something else here? It looks empty."

Theo glared at the teen, "Yeah. I found the books and the supplies for the vials in a hidden compartment in the floor. I know they have more books, I just can't find them."

Theo walked to the wall near the stairs and began to inspect the bricks. He rubbed the edges of the mortar work trying to find any imperfection. Mason looked to Corey, "Want to check the other side?"

Corey smiled and said, "Of the room or?" Corey widened the smile as Mason processed the words and said, "Yeah, I'll check the other side of the room." Mason walked to the opposing side while Corey disappeared.

After just over an hour, Theo and Mason reached the midpoint and stood shoulder to shoulder facing the wall. The chimera sighed, "This is turning into a lost cause huh?"

Mason quirked an eyebrow as he looked at the chimera, "Don't tell me you are giving up already? Liam would be pissed off."

Theo faced Mason, "I don't understand what Liam has to do with this. Then again Liam would probably be pissed off if he were down here doing this tedious work."

Mason shrugged, "I don't know about that. He can be pretty dedicated to a job, if he has the right motivation."

Theo slowly nodded, "Yeah, it's a shame we are coming up empty handed."

Corey reappeared next to Mason and said, "Did you guys find anything?"

Mason shook his head and Theo looked to the floor. The older chimera said, "Nothing. Maybe I was wrong about them storing more books."

Corey shrugged and spoke calmly, "Yeah. It doesn't look like there is anything in this room. We should probably open the door and check the room in front of us." As he finished speaking, a sly grin formed on the younger chimera's face.

Mason looked to his boyfriend as a smile spread across his face, "Are you saying we are standing in front of a door?" Theo's head bolted up as he looked to Corey, "Are you kidding? Because that wouldn't be a funny joke."

Corey shook his head and disappeared again. Theo and Mason stepped back as the masonry work in the walls split and recessed. Once it shifted far enough to clear the sides of the walls, it parted and tucked behind the existing walls. The room appeared to be a dark study with several tomes sitting on an old desk at the back wall. Three tall enclosed vats sat next to the table and bubbled with a red liquid, the purple liquid, and the pale green liquid respectfully. Corey reappeared in the room and faced the two, "What are you waiting for? Unless you want to give up and leave?"

Mason ran to Corey and embraced his boyfriend and gave him a kiss, "You are the best." Corey meekly shrugged and said, "So should we begin?"

Theo stepped into the room and looked around. The room was shallow with harsh concrete floors with the only comfort being a worn rug that sat under the desk and the singular wooden chair. The side walls had bookshelves filled to the brim with separate tomes covered in dust. The single hanging bulb overheard flickered periodically as the filament fought to stay alive. Corey and Mason stepped to each bookcase and began to examine the titles while Theo stepped to the desk. He picked up the tome on top and began to read.

The three investigated the office and eventually Corey asked, "These are genealogical records of the families of Beacon Hills. Why would the Dread Doctors want that?"

Mason commented, "And these seem to go into gene relationships, the expression of genes and phenotypes. There are quite a few on breeding as well."

Theo swallowed audibly as he sat down the journal he was reading, "This isn't the Dread Doctor's study but the Geneticist's study. I think I know what she was doing."

The two teens looked to the older chimera as he said, "It looks like she was using Beacon Hills as an experiment in genetically modifying the people here through selective breeding."

Mason's eyes grew wide, "What? She was orchestrating which couples would become couples and have kids."

Theo picked up the journal and read, "Due to the familial history of perception of supernatural elements subject X13786 should be paired with subject x11479. X11479 familial background shows a disposition towards the use of bioelectricity to effect the living plane. Possibility of failure rated below threshold. Possibility of injury or illness due to exposure to perception modification: 13786- Low; 11479- High. Selective breeding conclusion- Acceptable. Engage then observe offspring for manifestation of phenotype-G."

Corey commented, "Okay it sounds like a breeding program but maybe that isn't people."

Theo looked to Corey before he continued to read, "X13786- Stilinski; X11479- Gajos. Those are Stiles' parents. And this is just the beginning. There are hundreds of records like this."

Mason asked, "Wait. Are you saying that the Geneticist used Beacon Hills as the farm to raise the best humans?"

Theo slowly nodded, "All of our families are in here."

Corey quietly mumbled, "Our parents were manipulated into becoming our parents for the whims of a Dread Doctor. But Why?"

Theo shrugged, "Maybe to set the stage for the Beast and build the perfect chimera."

Mason commented, "Alright, let's take these books and see what we can research."

Theo picked up the three books and handed one to Mason and Corey. He kept the one he started to read. Then three teens maneuvered back to the den in relative silence. When they reached the den, Theo sat down and skimmed through the book, looking for his name. Mason and Corey continued to discuss the implications.

Corey asked, "Do you think this only has to do with the chimera? Stiles isn't a chimera but his parents were chosen as partners."

Mason nodded and paced the area as he thought, "What if this isn't just about chimera but the supernatural as a whole?"

Corey countered, "But why would the Dread Doctors push for more supernatural research? Enough to use a town as breeding stock."

Mason sighed as he thought, "What if we are looking at this the wrong way? What if we are assuming that this was the Dread Doctors working together for a goal and this is just one of them."

Theo slowly began reading aloud, "Subject X99711 and Subject X87663. Due to compatibility in bioelectrical transfer. Breeding is approved. 99711- Raeken, 87663- Walsh. Added note- success within both offspring. Bioelectric transfer rates within .05 deviance for both offspring at birth. Continue to monitor for future experimentation. This is about Tara and me."

Corey and Mason looked to Theo as he continued, "Bioelectric transfer suitability for target 1031 shifted to unacceptable levels. Consider use in project C. Bioelectric transfer rate in 1032 acceptable. Physical infirmity creating issues. Utilize project C to bolster resilience of subject."

Corey asked, "What is bioelectric transfer?"

Mason shook his head, "I don't know." A few notes from the other books hit, "Wait, there are references to bioelectric levels in the other books. They are used measure state of mind and conscious understanding."

Theo sighed before he continued, "Project C is successful for subject 1032. For further notation 1032 will be known as Chimera-Theo. Side note- subject 1031 is now labelled deceased." Theo dropped the book as he finished reading the words. He quietly whispered, "They bred my sister and me into existence for this sick experiment of using my sister's heart to keep me alive."

Corey and Mason stepped towards the older chimera and placed a hand on his respective shoulders, Corey said, "I'm sorry Theo. Maybe we should trade what books we read."

Mason smiled and said, "Theo, maybe we should set these down for the day, I don't think diving into all of this right now is such a good idea."

Theo released a long sigh and nodded, "I think you are right, both of you."

Corey commented, "Hey, isn't it getting close to time for you to go to work at the Jungle."

Theo laughed sarcastically, "No. Thanks to Parrish and the Sheriff, I no longer work at that establishment."

Mason gasped, "What?"

Theo nodded, "Well the shady manager of the shady club didn't want the cops snooping around. I'm just surprised I still have a job at Sinema. I guess it's less of a liability for me to be a go-go boy."

Corey slyly grinned, "So what is the theme for Friday night?"

Theo shrugged and said, "Probably just wear something skimpy for tips."

Mason looked to Corey and then back to Theo, "We should go out Friday. It's All Ages night and I think we all need to get our minds off things."

Theo wore a smirk as he looked to Mason, "You do realize I will be working."

Mason returned the smirk, "Do you really call your dancing work, especially when you will have four willing and eager participants to dance with?"

Theo thought for a moment before giving a neutral expression, "That wouldn't be bad. But four? You are telling me that you are dragging Liam to Sinema?"

Corey's grin widened, "Of course. Can't leave the alpha all alone to sulk about things."

The three finished their plans and Corey and Mason left the den. The rest of the week went by with Theo attempting to talk to Liam, only for the acting alpha to find an excuse to dodge the older chimera. Finstock, true to his word, managed to find money in the budget and Theo was hired on as the assistant coach. The school did place a requirement that Theo would take college courses towards education in future semesters to maintain employment. Theo agreed to the terms and, even though he made more money dancing at Sinema, he enjoyed getting the job.

Friday evening rolled around and it seemed as though things in Beacon Hills took the week off. Even the police were absent from Theo's life and by extension, the pack.

Liam sat in front of his bed, wearing the outfit that Theo lent him, an Xbox controller in hand when Mason opened the door and stepped in. The wolf looked to his best friend and said, "I didn't even hear you come in."

Mason smirked, "I think you are distracted." His best friend eyed him up, "Really? Skinny jeans and a dark hoodie. You look like Theo junior."

Liam bit back, "Hey, they are comfortable." Mason grinned as he walked to the other side of Liam and sat next to him, "So Theo isn't getting his clothes back, is he?"

Liam childishly argued back, "Well, he hasn't returned my track suit."

Mason raised an eyebrow, "He tried to chase you down to return it at school today. You darted by Coach just because you know every time Theo walks by Coach, he always pulls him aside to give some confusing life lesson."

Liam darted his eyes for a moment before he responded, "I was just in a hurry. That's all."

Mason sarcastically laughed, "You can't just keep his clothes."

Liam eyed Mason's shirt and said, "Nice shirt Mase, it's Corey's isn't it?"

Mason shook his head and smiled, "Yeah, but that's different. Corey and I are dating."

Liam responded, "Alright. So what brings you by? Want to hang out and play video games?"

Mason shook his head, "No, I thought we could go out somewhere, as a pack. Do what our peers do and relax without having the constant threat of violence."

Liam nodded, "Alright but do I have to get changed?"

Mason shook his head as he stood up and walked to Liam's closet. He opened the door and looked through it, "No, but your outfit is missing something."

Liam rolled his eyes, "What could my outfit be missing Mason?"

Mason continued to scour the closet until something caught his eye. He grabbed the dark fabric and walked over to Liam. The teen knelt while Liam wore a confused expression. His best friend parted his hair and slide the black fabric over his head. The black beanie pushed Liam's hair down and covered most of his head. Mason smiled, "Perfect."

Liam laughed, "All of that mystique for a beanie?"

Mason stood up and looked down at the wolf, "Of course. Someone has to make sure you look good."

Liam laughed and put on his shoes as the two got ready to pick up the rest of the pack. When they left the Geyer's home, their first stop was Corey's home. They arrived at his home and noticed the house was devoid of light but Corey was standing outside, waiting for them. Liam stepped out of the car and sat in the backseat while Corey took his seat upfront. Liam asked, as Mason backed out of the driveway, "Where are your parents?"

Before Corey could respond, Mason said, "They are out of town on business again, right Corey?"

Corey looked back to Liam and, with a wounded smile, nodded.

The three drove to Nolan's home. When Mason pulled up into the driveway, Liam's mouth dropped. The wolf took in the immense size of the nervous teen's home. The driveway lights that paralleled the route lit up as Mason drove to the end. The three-story brick home looked more like a modern castle than a house.

When Mason parked, he looked back to Liam and said, "Do you mind getting Nolan? He always takes his time and that way I can get the car turned around."

Liam remarked, "Sure" as he stepped out of the car and followed the cobblestone walkway to the front door. He reached to his right and pushed the doorbell. He could hear it echo through the house and within a moment, a woman in a maid's outfit answered the door. In a thick eastern European accent the woman asked, "Can I help you?"

Liam sheepishly responded, "Hi, We are here to pick up Nolan."

The woman opened the door and ushered the wolf inside. When he stepped over the threshold he stood in awe at the grand staircase that led up. The floors and pillars looked to be made of polished marble and there were accent rugs and artwork decorating the foyer. Clean whites and golds radiated through the room and the large crystal chandelier hung overhead. The smell caught the wolf off guard, it smelled sterile with just the slightest hint of cleaning supplies.

The woman said, "His room is upstairs to the left, unless you wish me to escort you?"

Liam shook his head and ascended the staircase. As he looked around he noticed several hidden surveillance cameras that tracked his movements. Liam reached the door and gently knocked. He heard movement in the room and the door flew open. Nolan stood there wearing a white button up with a tiny grey bowtie, a matching grey studded vest and black skinny jeans. His hair was styled and gelled to cement his usual part. He nervously bit his lip as he said, "So, do you think it works?"

Liam blinked a few times and asked, "What works?"

Nolan shook his head slightly, "The outfit. I know we are going out but I didn't want to overdo it. But then again I didn't want to under do it. I don't know."

Liam smugly smiled, "I think you did it just enough."

Nolan beamed proudly as he quickly slid on a pair of black chucks and walked with Liam out of his home. When they stepped onto the porch, Liam stated, "I didn't know you parents were loaded Nolan."

Nolan bit his lip nervously, "I don't really mention it. Most people don't want to be friends with the awkward rich kid."

Liam placed his hand on Nolan's shoulder and guided him to Mason's car, "I understand. Most people don't want to be friends with the teen wolf with anger issues."

Nolan laughed as they got into the car and drove to Sinema. While on the way Liam asked, "So where are we going? I know that we are going out tonight, but you didn't mention where."

Mason looked into the rearview mirror and made eye contact with his best friend, "You'll see Liam. I don't want to ruin the surprise. By the way, that outfit looks great on you, both of you."

Nolan blushed a little as he looked down towards the floorboard and Liam chuckled. They parked in the warehouse district in what looked to be an abandoned parking lot. Liam stepped out of the car and looked around. This looked familiar but he couldn't quite place it as the rest of the pack walked to a back entrance. The wolf followed and he heard the club music coming from the large warehouse they walked towards.

He caught up to Mason by the time the group reached the back door. The wolf asked as his best friend knocked on the back door, "You brought us to Sinema? The gay club?"

Mason smiled, "The inclusive club and yes. I figured we could dance out the stress and enjoy the show."

Nolan commented, "I don't mind. People are really friendly here."

Corey glanced at Nolan and said, "Some of those people just want to get into your pants."

Without thinking, Nolan bit his lip nervously and said, "But that's where my underwear are."

Mason's eyes widened and he started laughing while Corey and Liam giggled. Nolan's face shifted to a strong red hue before he said, "Oh. That's not funny."

Corey nodded, "It is Nolan. Don't worry, we'll protect you."

The backdoor opened and the same physically imposing but mousy looking bouncer opened the door. He looked over the group and said, "You could've come through the front entrance. It's All Ages night."

Mason smiled and slipped a twenty into the bouncer's front t shirt pocket, "It's alright Ben. We know. I just hoped to surprise Liam before he could back out."

Ben smiled and looked to Nolan, "Are you dancing tonight? Robert said you did really well."

Nolan shook his head, "I think I am just enjoying myself tonight."

Ben stepped away from the door, "Alright, enjoy yourselves boys."

The pack walked in and Liam stopped next to Ben, "You look familiar. Weren't you on the lacrosse team?"

Ben nodded, "Yeah. Coach loved making my life hell. At least it pushed me to work out." The bouncer flexed a little and his frame moved in an impressive way.

Liam blinked a few times, "Wait. You're Greenberg."

Ben nodded, "Yeah. Summer was good to me. Enjoy yourself Liam."

The wolf stepped in and caught up to the pack. Liam joined the pack just past the curtain and eyed the dancefloor. The club was packed and the smells of sweat, exhaustion, lust, and frustration attacked the wolf. Something else hung in the air, something sweet and familiar. They maneuvered around the dancefloor and pushed to the edges of an open circle with a large group surrounding two guys.

Liam stepped to the front and saw the source of the smell and sight. Theo danced behind a thin college guy. The chimera had one arm wrapped around the young man's chest and the other hand guided his hips as they swayed with the music. The chimera's eyes were closed as he nuzzled his head in the crevice of the man's neck and shoulder. The man had one arm back, his hand greedily holding Theo's head, fingers twined in his hair while the other laid across the chimera's hand on his chest. As they grinded rhythmically to the music the crowds hooted and cheered. As the song came to an end, Theo slipped out of the man's grip and spun him back into the crowd which elicited a cheer and what looked to be an explosion of bills on the dancefloor.

Liam swallowed difficultly as he saw the chimera, fully healed, covered in sweat and shining from the body glitter which covered his torso. His eyes drifted to the black and white tuxedo thong the older boy wore and the light up shoes that reflected his steps as he glided around and scooped up the bills and tucked them in the strap of his underwear.

Theo stopped in front of the pack, his eyes drifting to Liam as he wore Theo's outfit and once again looked like a junior copy of the chimera, and said, "Hello boys. Who wants to join me on the dancefloor?"

Mason and Corey looked to each other and smiled as Liam took a small step towards Theo. The chimera had different plans as he hooked an arm around Nolan and pulled the smaller teen to the center with him. The crowds cheered as Theo pulled him close and began gyrating to the new song with him. Nolan's face was flush and the nervous teen fought back the urge to giggle or flee as Theo whispered, "Welcome back Nolan. I see you guys brought Liam, is he enjoying himself here?"

They shifted around and Nolan looked at Liam. The wolf's face was burning with embarrassment and anger as he glared at Theo and Nolan dancing. Nolan remarked, "He looks pissed. I think you shouldn't taunt him Theo."

Theo grinned as he slid a hand inside the vest and slipped it off the teen, "What? I'm not Theo here, I'm Rex and the little wolf shouldn't be pissed. I'm not hurt anymore and I am perfectly safe." The chimera tossed the vest to Corey, who seemed to be anticipated the move. Theo loosened his hold on Nolan and dropped low, one hand guided around the back legs of Nolan while the other was tucked between them. As he slowly raised his body, his hips gliding with the beat, Theo deftly unbuttoned Nolan's white shirt. The chimera hungrily eyed Nolan's tie and the boy blushed deeper as the errant hand flicked the release latch and opened the teen's shirt. Once again the crowd cheered and more bills flew towards the center.

Nolan caught a glance of Liam as the wolf turned and walked into the crowd. Mason quickly followed his best friend. He said, "Theo, I mean Rex, Liam just walked into the crowd. I think he's mad." Theo sighed as he danced on the nervous teen, "It'll be alright. I'll give the alpha a dance if he wants it so bad." Theo grabbed Nolan's hand and spun him towards the crowd only to retract him and pull him into a close embrace. Their faces were mere inches apart, and to the outside viewer it looked as if they would kiss, but the chimera shifted his hands low and spun the teen out of the circle. Once again, laughter, cheers, and bills erupted. Theo scooped up what was tossed and sauntered off the dancefloor, towards the back room.

Theo reached the changing room and grabbed a bottle of water. Ben popped his head in and said, "Great work out there Rex. Everyone was eating it up."

Theo glanced back, "Thanks Greenberg."

Greenberg smiled and said, "No problem" before he stepped back out of the changing room. Theo moved his wad of bills into his duffel. As he finished closing the bag, he heard a pair of footsteps behind him. Theo said without looking, "I know, I just need a few more minutes and I will be right back to the dance floor." When the chimera turned around he felt the strong blunt force of a fist against his nose. It flooded with blood as the chimera stumbled backward into the table. He opened his eyes to see Mason shaking his hand and muttered, "Mase. You broke my nose."

Mason shook his hand as he said, "Holy shit that hurt. I think your face broke my hand." Corey giggled behind Mason and walked up to him to check out his hand. The younger chimera said, "Can you move your fingers?"

Theo glared at the two, "Mason breaks my nose and you are worried about his hand?"

Corey returned the glare, "You'll heal." Mason slowly flexed his fingers and said, "Yeah." Corey smiled to his boyfriend, "I don't think it's broken but you are going to want to ice it when you get home."

Theo bit through the rage and said, "What the hell was that for?"

Mason glared at Theo, "Were you trying to piss Liam off?"

Theo smirked, "Why would Liam be pissed? Because I'm here dancing or because I danced with Nolan? I am perfectly fine and you can only see the wound marks if you look closely which means I am healed. And if he wanted me to pull him on the dancefloor I would but I didn't want to make him uncomfortable. I know that Nolan begrudgingly enjoys the attention and I figured I could make a good show with him."

Mason shook his head as he turned around to step out, "You just don't get it Theo." Mason and Corey left the changing room with the younger chimera giving the older chimera a telling glance before closing the door. Theo took a deep breath and shook his head in confusion, "I just don't get it."

Theo stepped to the restroom and cleaned the blood off his face before he walked back to the dancefloor. When he stepped out he saw Mason, Corey, and Nolan walking to the exit with Corey holding Mason's hand like it were the most precious treasure ever. Theo rolled his eyes and maneuvered back to the center of the dancefloor. After a couple more hours of dancing, the scent caught Theo. The familiar scent with a current of anger and the chimera spun his most recent partner to the edges and made eye contact with Liam. With a devilish grin, the chimera slunk over to the wolf, maintaining his fierce gaze. The wolf's rage bubbled at the surface, his face burned with anger. The chimera stopped in front of the wolf and dropped low, never breaking eye contact. As he shot up to stand, the chimera reached forward and rubbed a line up the wolf. Liam's eyes widened as the chimera grabbed his wrist and turned around. Theo dragged the wolf to the center as he held his arm over his shoulder.

When they made it to the center, Theo spun around and used his off hand to pull the wolf close. He whispered, "If you wanted me to pull you to the dancefloor earlier, all you had to do was say so." He smiled as he began to move with the music and coax the wolf's body into following suit. The chimera instantly smelled the rage dissipate. He grinned and leaned next to the wolf's ear, his breath gliding over the sensitive heightened senses of Liam's ear and whispered, "But with your costume, you are Theo here, aren't you?"

Liam fought the knot in his throat as he responded huskily, "I don't know what you are talking about."

Theo leaned back and grew a grin that could make the devil jealous, "We all play a part here, Theo. Don't worry, Rex will take care of you. Unless you don't want to be Theo?"

Liam returned the grin, "Well, I'm not Theo."

Theo nodded, "Then we'll just have to fix that." The chimera pulled the wolf in tight as he grinded his heat against his partners. Theo slipped a hand up and held Liam's head to his shoulder before he slid the beanie off and dropped it to the floor. The chimera faux innocently responded, "Oops." He released the tight hold and stepped back from the wolf.

Liam looked confused as Theo slid the tips of his fingers up the wolf's chest and brought them over his head. When the beat shifted, Theo slapped them back to his side and grabbed Liam's hands. He pulled the wolf's hands to graze his bare chest as he brought them above both of their heads. Liam smiled as the chimera grinned and said, "But you are still Theo." Liam gave a confused look as Theo quickly lowered his hands and hooked the bottom of the hoodie and quickly slid it off in one motion.

Cheers erupted from the crowd and money flew to the center. Theo dropped the hoodie on the beanie and then brought his fingertips back to the wolf's exposed chest. They glided down the defined collarbone, through the tufts of thick, light colored chest hair, and down the carved from granite abs. The chimera could smell the fresh wave of lust permeate the dancefloor. He leaned in close and whispered, "Are you ready to complete the transformation?"

Liam swallowed difficultly and said, "But these are skinny jeans. Not exactly easy to remove." The wolf's heartrate jumped when he saw the devilish smirk of the chimera. Theo dropped low, with a hand at each side of the jeans and shifted a single claw oh each hand and brought enough pressure to cut into the sides as he seductively swayed his hips and rose, only retracting the claw when he reached Liam's belt. Theo pulled Liam in tight, the errant hand between them and unlatched the wolf's belt while moving with the music. The song speed up and Theo pulled the belt free and dropped it into the pile. He widened his grin and grabbed the front of Liam's pants and torn the front half clean from the back, which tumbled to the ground.

The wolf, swayed by the music to the cheers of the crowd as he was now clad in only his black boxer briefs. Liam noticed that even the other dancers stopped dancing and watched the show in the center of the dancefloor. Before he could fully recover, Theo grabbed his wrist and spun him tight into his chest. The taller boy tilted the little wolf's head back, and as the song came to an end, pushed his lips against the welcoming mouth of the wolf. Within a moment the wolf was pushing back into the kiss, opening his mouth to deepen it.

While Theo felt the electricity between the two of them throughout their interactions, he was not prepared for it now. The pulse shocked through his being and he felt the coy wolf hybrid side of him bounce around. He searched for the feeling, the emotion that his bestial side showed but could only feel one thing: happiness. Theo broke away from the kiss and didn't even notice the cheers and money that rained on their show. He slowly released Liam as the lights for the club slowly came on and he felt the wolf regain his footing. While Liam stood there dazed, Theo picked up the piles, both of his clothes and the money that their performance garnered. After he collected everything, he led the young wolf back into the changing room. Liam's face and chest were flushed as he swayed while walking with Theo.

As they stood at Theo's changing station a couple of the other dancers looked to them. One said, "Not going to lie Rex that was hot." Another comment, "I liked it, it ruined my tips at the end of the night but it was good, I have to give you that." Greenberg said, "I don't know who your friend is but Robert asked if he was ever interested in being a dancer."

Liam stood in a daze while Theo only responded by chuckling.

Theo put the money in his bag and pulled out a towel which he wiped off his sweat from dancing. He looked to Liam, "Was it all you hoped for?"

Liam lazily nodded, a dopey smile on his face.

Theo smirked and tossed him a bottle of water, "Drink something. You seem dehydrated." Liam opened the bottle and drank as Theo pulled out the track suit and, set it aside, and a pair of sweats and put them on. When Liam finished, Theo took the bottle and handed the wolf the track suit as he said, "I guess it's a good thing you avoided me earlier because there is no saving these pants."

Greenberg asked, "How did you do that trick Rex?" Theo looked to the mousy bouncer and said, "They were an old ratty pair of mine that he borrowed. I'm surprised they didn't rip while he was wearing them."

Theo and Greenberg laughed while Liam changed into his track suit. Theo tossed the remaining clothes into his bag and grabbed Liam's hand as he guided him out of the changing room. Theo briefly stopped by the bar and left a small wad of bills for Robert before heading towards the back. They walked out the back entrance and the cold air hit them. Theo light-heartedly laughed as he said, "I'm pretty sure my co-workers think that we are dating."

Liam looked to the chimera as they walked to the truck, "Why do you say that?"

Theo grinned and responded, "Because I never kiss anyone I pull onto the dancefloor. It's a show of temptation but I figured it would be an excellent way to end tonight's display."

He unlocked the truck and tossed his duffel into the back before climbing in. The wolf climbed into the passenger side and Theo cranked the engine and brought the truck to life. He began driving towards Liam's and said, "Some of those tips are yours if you want them."

Liam shook his head and said, "You were working, I was just there for the ride."

Theo nodded and said, "I want you to know that I spoke with Peter."

Liam looked at the chimera in confusion, "What did he say?"

Theo continued, "He said I should talk with Mulcahy about the alpha. Maybe she knows something or her grandson does." Theo brought the truck to a stop at a stoplight on the way to Liam's home.

Liam responded, his voice edged with just a little annoyance, "Alright. I just wish you would've let me talk to him."

Theo grinned, "Don't worry about it." He pulled the truck away after the light changed and continue towards the wolf's home.

Liam began, "But, I do worry about it." The wolf's nerves danced and the fear of actually talking about his attraction began to rise.

Theo interrupted, "But why do you worry about it? I am a part of the pack right? I am your friend right?"

Liam bit his lip as he fought to find the right words. His anger, fueled by his fear, tried to tap into his thoughts, "I just wanted to talk about that. About the pack stuff and as," Liam audibly fought back his urge for his throat to close up as he said, "friends."

The chimera's hackles raised as he said, "As for pack duties, I've got none. I know it had to do with my injuries but they happen. I can still handle myself. I just wish you would trust that I will let you know what I can't handle."

Liam shook his head, his rage bubbling underneath, "It's not that Theo. It's about our friendship."

Theo rolled his eyes as he pulled into Liam's driveway and cut the wolf off, "I get it. The avoidance, the club, the pack duties." He glared at the alpha as he continued, "If you still feel you can't trust me then I don't know what else to do or say. I thought we were past that but it seems I can't escape it, with Parrish and the Sheriff, but maybe with the pack too."

Liam shook his head in shock, his heartbeat erratically and the wound from the barb of the chimera only worked to increase his rage at his inability to find the right words, "That's not what I'm saying Theo. What I am trying to say is."

Once again the chimera cut him off, as wave after wave of rage emanated from the wolf. He shifted his gaze to facing forward, his words filled with a sharp cold tone, "Nevermind. Treat it as if I didn't say anything at all. Whatever you need me to do as a pack member alpha. For tonight, you are home safe and I am exhausted and need to go home."

Liam gritted his teeth in anger as he climbed out of the truck and stepped into his home.

Theo drove back to his den, the thoughts of trust and proving himself swirled in his head and threatened to drive him mad. The only other question, which burned from deep inside the chimera, was why his coy wolf side danced at the idea of kissing the wolf.