Wolfkin

Hey guys sorry this took me so long but I've been a bit down in the dumps lately. Not to mention, I've had the worst case of writer's block I've ever suffered through, if anyone out there has any suggestions on what I should do next, please don't hesitate to email them to me.

Ok this thing just kinda popped into my head last night and I had to get it out. Just to let you all know I'm still working on my other stories so don't worry. K? ; )

Cobalt blue eyes observed a sky of nearly the same shade. Heero Yuy had reached his nineteenth summer, and as Alpha Male of the Eora Wolfkin clan, it was his duty to now choose a mate. Wolfkin were an odd race, a cross between human and wolf, they lived in clans of a set social structure. At the bottom were the most submissive of the group, the Delta males. These males were not exactly males, you see, while still possessing a male physique and certain 'parts' of the male anatomy, they were incapable of siring a litter. Instead, the Deltas bore the pups labeling them as the 'females' of the clan. The next came the Healer and his apprentices, it didn't matter if the Healer started out as a Beta or Delta male, as soon as he reached Healer status he was instantly respected. Then came the Beta males, these were what humans would count as full-fledged males; these were the males that sired the pups. Generally they turned out to be the guard or army of the clan. Lastly, the highest position in the clan, the Alpha Male, Heero's current role.

He stood from his perch outside his den; he had the perfect Delta male in mind. A Wolfkin beauty, with a long fall of chestnut hair pulled back into an elegant braid and the most amazing violet eyes. Duo had been a childhood friend of Heero's and the Alpha male had been in love with him for as long as he could remember. That was his destination now; he was going to ask Duo to be his mate. He lifted his nose to the air and picked up the telltale scent of his love. Following its trail, he found its owner sitting under a tree not far from the village. Duo's beautiful violets were scanning the sky heedless of the approaching footfalls. "Duo." A voice behind him called. Duo turned and his eyes met with a pair of cobalt.

Immediately he dropped his gaze to the ground in a sign of submission. "Yes, Heero?" The Alpha Male crouched down placing two fingers under the Delta's chin, lifting his gaze once again to met his own. Duo was confused, the only clan members who could look into the Alpha Male's eyes were the Beta leaders, the Healer, and...His mate. "Duo...we've known each other since we were pups, and I don't know when it happened but..." He trailed off unable to voice what he felt. So he leaned down and captured the mouth of the Wolfkin that had haunted his dreams for years. Duo's stunned eyes slid closed as he accepted the kiss. Finally Heero broke away and looked into dazed violet orbs. "I'd like you to be my mate." He whispered. A smile slowly broke across the Delta's face. "I thought you'd never ask." He replied as he nuzzled into Heero's embrace. The Alpha scooped his new mate up and cradled him in his arms. There was no real mating ceremony but he did have the pleasure of consummating their joining.

"Are you feeling any better? Maybe you should go see the Healer." Heero suggested to his mate as he wrapped his arms around him. "I'll be alright in a little bit. It's weird, I'm only sick in the morning." It had been three weeks since Heero had taken Duo as his mate. They currently sat curled together in their den, Duo resting against Heero. Every morning for the past week, the violet-eyed Wolfkin had woken sick to his stomach. He'd race out to the bushes behind their burrow where he'd empty the contents of his stomach. Heero was becoming increasingly worried and finally decided he was going to drag his mate to the Healer, if necessary. "I think it would be better if you went to see Quatre. I'm worried about you." His little love looked into his eyes and sighed. "I'll go this afternoon. Alright?" He asked weakly. Heero nodded and kissed his pale forehead.

Later that day, after Duo's visit with Quatre, the clan Healer, the pair could be found on the border of the village. "Please Heero? I haven't been out for a real run in such a long time. Come on, Heero. Quatre said I was fine and if anything shows up on his tests he'll tell us. Can't I just go out for a little while? I'll come back within the hour. Please?" Violet orbs stared up adorably into cobalt as he begged. Sometimes, being a head shorter than Heero had its advantages. After all, right then it was making him appear sweet and innocent. Heero sighed, running his thumb over the small image of a shadowed wolf's profile on Duo's shoulder. That was his signet, his mark. "Are you sure you're ok?" He asked. "I'm sure." It was true; his mate hadn't been out for a run since their joining, maybe that's why he was so sick. "Alright, just be careful." Duo smiled and morphed into his wolf form. Always. Duo sent to him, his pure white fur fluttering as he raced off into the woods.

Gods it felt good. The wind whipping through his fur, violet eyes squinting in rapture. Everything was perfect until...SNAP!!! Duo howled in pain as the trap snapped around his right front paw. Whimpering he tried to pull it free, but it was no use. Heero...Heero help me. I can't get out. Help me Heero, please. He sent as he heard footfalls approach him.

Heero sat in his burrow waiting for Duo to arrive when the telepathic message hit instead. Heero...Heero help me. I can't get out. Help me Heero, please. What worried Heero was the fact that there was pain attached to that message. He shot up and ran out of his den. "Trowa, Wufei! Here now!" He called. Within moments his Beta male leaders were standing before him. "Heero what's wrong?" Wufei asked, his black eyes narrowing with concern. "Duo went out for a run, he just sent me a plea for help laced with pain. I want a small group of Betas ready to go within ten minutes. Understood?" Both his captains nodded and ran off to assemble a group. "Heero, what's going on? Where's Duo?" Heero turned to see Quatre rushing up to him. "He went on a run. I think he's hurt." Quatre paled suddenly. "Oh no. Heero, you must get him back here immediately!" He pleaded. "Quatre, what's wrong?" The Healer gulped. "Duo's with child. Any serious shocks and we could lose both him and the pup."

"Well, look what we 'ave 'ere boys, a pre'y li'le girl. Shush now swee'y, we're not gunna 'urt ya."2 A tall smelly man approached Duo; the white wolf backed away the best he could. "Its eyes, you fool, look at its eyes!" Another man shouted. "W'y them's be purple!" That tall man shouted, surprised. "Exactly you fool! That's not a regular wolf! It's got to be a Wolfkin! There rare and I've heard, very beautiful in human form. I'm sure this one will fetch a hefty price." A tall, spidery man approached Duo. He began to shiver, this man didn't smell right, something about him was off.

Suddenly, low, menacing growl cut through the forest. There was a streak of black and two men fell, in the confusion, a large male, black wolf with cobalt blue eyes took up a protective stance in front of Duo. Heero. He sent in relief. Just hold on love. Trowa and Wufei will take care of these guys in a minute. He growled once again at the men that threatened his little love. "Ah t'ink 'at one's 'er ma'e sir. 'e seems pre'y mad." The smelly man pointed out helpfully. Howls rose up all around them and the men realized they were surrounded. "That one must be the Alpha Male. We've probably dug our own graves, harming his mate. If were lucky, they may just let us out of the woods alive." The spidery man spoke up. Heero growled and nodded curtly, their signal to leave.

As soon as it was determined that the humans were far enough away, Trowa, in human form, stepped out released a quaking Duo from the trap. Watching as the white wolf sunk slowly to the ground, he spoke. "Heero, you'd better do something." His visible green eye shone with concern as his leader turned and began to gently clean his mate's wound. Heero, you have to calm him down, he's going into shock. Heero looked over at Quatre's white and tan spotted wolf form and nodded slowly. Duo calm down. Come on baby, it's ok I'm here now. Duo you have to calm down, it's not good for the pup. Duo turned bewildered violet eyes to his love. The pup? His telepathic voice shook slightly. Heero walked along side his mate's body and gently nuzzled his abdomen, then turned his gaze back to Duo's. The pup. He answered. You mean we... At Heero's curt nod, Duo yipped in joy. Heero morphed back into his human form and instructed his love to do the same. Gently, he lifted his mate into his arms, not interested in shocking him anymore than he already had been, and carried him back to the village.

Later that night, after Quatre had bandaged Duo's hand, he lay next to Heero, his hand resting on his stomach. "I can't believe we're going to have a pup." He whispered sleepily. "I know, little one. Go to sleep, you need your rest." Heero replied as he gently caressed the tender skin of Duo's belly. Duo ran a hand through his mate's chocolate hair as before slipping into a peaceful slumber. When he heard Duo's breathing change, Heero pulled him into a snug embrace. Duo's back rested against Heero's chest while his mate continued to rub his belly. Heero growled protectively. This was his mate and his pup and anyone who tried to harm them would die a slow death. If they hadn't been in that position, Heero may have seen the small smile that crossed Duo's face as his sleep deepened.

Miles away, a spidery man planned what was going to be the biggest haul ever. The capture and containment of a pack of Wolfkin.

TBC?

So what do you think should I just give up?

1 Did you know that with some wolves, right after mating the male's penis will swell so that it ensures the female's pregnancy? They stay stuck like that for ten minutes. Damn that's gotta hurt! Weird but true. (This footnote is for a portion of the story that contains a lemon. If you wish to read the whole unedited version of this chapter please visit one of the sites listed on my profile. Thank you.)

2 That's right. When a Delta male is in wolf form, they're a full-fledged girl.