Yo this is your pal BeastfromHell with the second chapter of my story. Sorry about taking so long with chapter two but I have been searching for something all writers need… inspiration. Well, hope you enjoy the chapter.

Chapter 2: An Offer He Couldn't Refuse

Lon awoke from a deep slumber to the sounds of birds chirping and the wind blowing in the trees. He felt somewhat stronger so he tried to stand and when he did he began to walk out of the cave to look around for a place to get a drink. When he walked out into the world he took a deep breath and began exploring. When he found a stream he stopped to take a nice long drink.

'' What are you doing out of the den?'' boomed a voice behind Lon causing him to suck in a mouth full of water.

As he was coughing he turned around to see Savage staring at him, obviously displeased.

'' (coughs) I needed (coughs) a drink.'' Lon choked out between coughs.

'' It's not good for you to be roaming around in your condition, you could get hurt.'' Savage said in a worried tone.

'' Don't worry (cough) I feel a lot stronger.'' Lon assured Savage with a warm smile.

After Lon said that a small smile came to Savage's face.'' Alright, but be careful, there are dangers out here.'' Savage warned as he looked around.

Lon nodded his head and went back to drinking.

Just as Savage was leaving he stopped and turned his head.'' Be back before sundown, it's not safe after dark.'' He warned in a stern voice.

Lon looked at Savage and nodded his head again, this time a grave look of understanding on his face. He then lowered his head back to the stream and continued drinking. After he was done he decided to explore a little. He crossed the stream and started to look around.

The forest around him was lively and beautiful. There were birds chirping as they flew by the trees and squirrels hopping from tree branch to tree branch. He was completely engulfed in the beauty and grace of the forest he did not notice he was being watched.

The sun began to go down, engulfing the sky in a breathtaking orange. However, the sunset was also Lon's que to head back to the den.

As Lon walked he picked up an unfamiliar scent. When he could not place it he dismissed it and continued walking. Only when he heard rustling around him did he begin to worry. He picked up speed and began jogging back to the den. When he heard a twig snap he began running, only to be stopped by a large brown wolf with a scar across his face.

'' Where do you think you're going little guy?'' The large brown wolf asked with a menacing grin on his face. After he spoke, three wolves of the same size walked out of the bushes and surrounded Lon.

'' Just on a little stroll.'' Lon said in an innocent tone.

'' Oh, just on a little stroll he says.'' Bellowed the brown wolf while looking at the others. '' Well kid, you need to learn that it's impolite to ''stroll '' in someone else's territory.'' Bellowed the wolf with a small chuckle.

'' Oh, I didn't know this was your territory, I'll leave right now.'' Lon said attempting to move around the large wolf, only to be stopped by the wolf's arm.

'' I'm afraid it doesn't work that way little guy.'' The large wolf said with another menacing grin.'' I'm afraid we can't let you leave without punishing you first.'' The wolf said followed by a disturbing cackle, soon joined by the others.

Lon began to back away from the wolf, only to be stopped by one of the others. They began to close in on him, obviously intending to do him harm. Just as the brown wolf was about to pounce, a voice boomed, startling the wolves.

'' TOUCH HIM AND I'LL SKIN YOU ALIVE!'' Yelled the voice with obvious rage. All five wolves turned to see a large, jet-black wolf perched on a rock, a look of pure aggression on his face.

'' Oh shit.'' Said the wolf in a frightened and shaky voice. He looked at the others expecting back-up, only to see that they had run off. The wolf looked back at the black wolf and regained his composure.'' I'm not afraid of you Savage.'' Said the wolf, his voice still a bit shaky.

'' Oh really Jack, because from the looks of things, you appear to be trembling.'' Said Savage, a grin now on his face, obviously from seeing Jack so frightened.

Jack growled at Savage,'' I'll rip you apart!'' He yelled before lunging at Savage, only to be easily swatted out of the air.

While jack was on the ground Savage leaned down to his face. Jack was trembling as he looked Savage in the eyes. Just then Savage smiled and said ''boo ''.

After that Jack yelped and ran away with his tail between his legs. Savage laughed as Jack ran, but stopped when he looked at Lon.'' Are you alright.'' He asked with worry in his voice.

Lon looked at him and smiled.'' Yeah, I'm fine.'' He said in a cheerful voice.

Savage smiled weakly, but then a look of anger came to his face.'' I thought I told you to be back before sundown.'' He said with mixed tone of anger and irritation.

Lon's smile faded and he looked at the ground.'' I know, I'm sorry, but they jumped me, I know I shouldn't blame them, I shouldn't have waited so long to head back, I'm sorry.'' Lon said in a saddened tone.

Savage's frown disappeared and his smile returned.'' I'm just glad you're safe, and you can blame them, those idiots are a real problem around here, this isn't even their territory, they just say that so they have a reason to bully others.'' Said Savage with a chuckle.

Lon laughed as well and walked beside Savage back to the den. On their way back, the two began talking about themselves.'' Man, I wish I was as strong as you, then I could protect those I care about, instead of watching them get hurt.'' Lon said in a saddened tone.

Savage looked at Lon with sadness, but smiled when an idea popped into his head.'' I could teach you to be stronger, I could train you how to be a warrior.'' He said in a proud tone.

Lon instantly lit up.'' You would really do that for me?'' He asked, full of joy.

Savage shrugged.'' Why not?'' He said frankly.'' But be warned,'' He said in a serious tone,'' This training will not be for the faint of heart, and there is no turning back once you begin, and I can assure you of this, I will break you.'' He gave Lon a serious look.

Lon smiled and bowed his head.'' I look forward to it, Master Savage.''

Savage smiled.'' Get some rest, because this training is going to put you through hell.'' He said with a devilish grin.