The cabin was trashed. Beer cans sat crushed all over the floor while Chris was on the couch. Megan sat on top of him, giving him wet sloppy kisses.

James and Jamie were horribly dancing to the music on low volume.

Chris looked to James while Megan continued kissing his neck.

"Dude, turn it up!" He said gesturing to the radio.

"Yeah then that asshole comes and throws us out! No way man!"

They laughed as Shane came down the stairs, disgusted by what he saw.

"It's not even nine and your all already drunk?"

"Awe fuck off Shane!" Jamie yelled, throwing a can at him and missing terribly.

Shane rolled his eyes and went into the kitchen to make a sandwich.

Chris pulled away from Megan and gave her a sly look. "Lets go upstairs."

She giggled and let him up, catching his hand to lead him up to the rooms.

James flopped his hand in their direction. "Have fun! Remember the condom!"

Chris gave a drunken holler while Megan laughed.

Shane ignored all of them while carrying his sandwich and beer, quickly making his way back to his room.

…

After enjoying the burgers, Hailey and Ryden watched the small T.V in silence for a while.

"Uncle, you promised you would tell me about that cabin."

He sighed and flipped the T.V off, still staring ahead.

"Yeah I did."

She waited patiently for him to start talking, not trying to push him yet not hiding her curiosity.

"About ten years ago, a family was renting the cabin. They were there for about a week and the son and his girl were killed. No one still knows by what but all anyone could guess was a wild animal. The father was killed while trying to pack the car and leave. The mother and daughter still tried to leave but the car was found totaled a few miles away and the mother was found in pieces in the woods. The daughter was missing."

Hailey was pale and felt sick. "And they have no idea what killed them all?"

"No. Police said they suspect the same animal killed them that killed my wife and son."

"Did they look for the animal?"

"Oh yeah they tried. A huge hunting party went out but this thing left no tracks, no fur, no prints, nothing. Only evidence was the claw and bite marks. No one could identify what kind of animal they came from."

Hailey shivered. "You really think something like that lives in these woods?"

"Without a doubt. That's why I want you to stay with me or in the cabin at all times."

Hailey nodded in understanding.

They went back to watching the T.V and Hailey took care not to mention that subject again that night.

….

The bed rocked and creaked heavily. The sound of panting and moaning filled the room as Megan rocked on top of Chris, trying to bring herself to orgasm. Chris happily held her hips with his head back on the pillow.

"Come on baby! Ride me harder!"

Megan moaned and complied. After a few moments they gave a final groan and it was over. She collapsed panting next to him while he stretched and smiled. Megan rolled over to drape an arm over him but he quickly rolled over, giving her his back.

Megan scoffed. "Are you fucking serious?"

Chris gave a snore and Megan rolled her eyes and fell flat on the bed, very angry.

As she finally closed her eyes, a rattling from the window made her jump. She sat up and jumped when it rattled even louder.

She turned and shook Chris's shoulder.

"Chris! Wake up!"

He gave a loud snore and she rolled her eyes, getting out of the bed and going to the window.

Outside was pitch black. She could barely make out the wind rustling the trees. That still didn't stop her seeing a large shadow into the woods. She shuddered and went back to bed, hoping it was the alcohol making her see things.

"I need some sleep."

She quickly passed out next to Chris.

…

The lights in the cabin finally went out and followed into darkness like the rest of the woods. The great shadow blended well deep into the trees. It lifted its great head and sniffed the air. This was not the smell it has been looking for. This was the disgusting rotting smell.

No... No… must look again…

It growled and sank back into the darkness.

….

The sun rose and Shane stretched on his bed. He took his time getting up and getting dressed.

We went down the stairs and rolled his eyes at the mess. Beer cans and food wrappers were everywhere. He went into the kitchen and cooked himself a couple of eggs. He quickly ate them as Jamie came into the kitchen, groaning.

"We have any aspirin?"

Shane shrugged. "I didn't bring any."

"So you bought the shit ton of beer but nothing for the hangover."

"Hey, my brother bought the beer. I just brought it here. And no one asked for any meds."

Jamie glared at him and opened the fridge.

Shane quickly got rid of his plate and started back to his room.

"Why the hell are you even here, Shane?" Jamie snapped as he stepped out of the kitchen.

Shane rolled his eyes and looked back at Jamie.

"Cause Chris is broke and couldn't afford the cabin by himself. And Dad wanted me to try and spend time with him."

"Meaning he didn't want around either!"

Shane had enough and headed for the door to the cabin and slammed it shut, not caring if he woke the whole house.

….

Hailey was washing the breakfast dishes as Ryden got dressed for the day. She was washing her hands as he entered the kitchen. It was the first time in a while that he had a small smile on his face.

"I'm going to go check on the canoe then we can take it on the lake a little later. I also need to check the cabins. I'll be back in a couple of hours."

Hailey smiled and gave him a quick hug. "Ok. I'll be here!"

He gave another smile and headed out the door.

Hailey tried watching T.V for the first half hour but she quickly grew bored of it. She flipped it off and grabbed her book, heading out onto the cabin deck. She sat in the large swing chair and gently swung and read her book.

Hailey was so engrossed into her book she didn't hear the footsteps approaching her cabin.

"Hey!"

She jumped at the voice and looked up to see Shane.

He quickly raised his hands. "Sorry! I didn't mean to scare you."

Hailey shook her head and closed her book. "No, it ok. Was just really into my book."

"Well, sorry. I was just walking around. Wanted to say hi to you again."

Hailey smiled at him. "Yeah I'm glad you did. Kinda boring out here without someone to talk to."

"I thought your uncle was here with you?"

"He is but he had some stuff to do before we can do something together."

"Oh. I got yeah."

They were quiet for a moment before Shane stepped back.

"Well, I'll let you get back to your book."

"You don't have to!" Hailey said, surprising them both. "My uncle won't be back for another hour. Want to sit with me for a while?"

Shane blinked. "Really?"

"Well, if you don't have anything better to do."

"No! I-I mean, no I don't."

Hailey moved over on the seat and Shane sat next to her.

"So no big plans today?" Hailey asked.

Shane shrugged. "Not really. My brother has his friends and there having fun on their own."

"You don't like any of them?"

"No." He said quickly. "They're all pretty much assholes."

"So why are you here with them?"

Shane was quiet for a moment.

"I'm sorry!" Hailey said quickly, realizing what she was asking. "I didn't mean to pry!"

He shook his head. "Nah, its ok. My brother said it would be me and him out here hopefully having fun and spending time together, but then he invited his girlfriend and his other two friends and it all went to hell. They used me for the money and now they're blowing me off."

"I'm sorry. That's terrible."

"Yeah. I would have gone home but my parents are on vacation. And my Dad gave a bullshit excuse about us spending time together."

Hailey watched as Shane became quiet. She could see the sadness in his eyes.

"Well, my own parents didn't want me to come."

Shane finally lifted his head and looked at her.

"Why not?"

Hailey sighed. "My parents don't trust my uncle anymore. His wife and kid were killed here in these woods by an animal. But my parents just never believed that an animal did it. There was no proof at all against my uncle but it didn't stop them from thinking otherwise. I had to beg them to let me come."

"Wow…that sucks…"

"Yeah. Me and my Uncle are very close. He hasn't been the same since they died. But I'm happy to finally be out here with him."

"Well, I'm glad I got to meet you. It was an upside to this trip!"

They both smiled at each other for several moments until Hailey flinched and raised her finger.

"Ouch! Damn!"

"What's wrong?"

They both looked and saw a large splinter in her finger.

Shane gently took her hand and gently pulled the splinter out. She flinched and saw a small amount of blood slowly seep out of the small wound.

Hailey blushed. "Thanks"

"No problem."

Shane wiped the small amount of blood he got on his hand onto his jeans, still not letting go of her hand.

Hailey was quiet as he held her hand for several moments before she reluctantly slid it out of his.

"Well, my uncle will be back soon. I'm not trying to be a bitch but im not really supposed to allow people over when he isn't here."

Shane nodded. "Yeah, I should probably head back anyway."

He slowly got up from the swing and walked down to the path. Hailey watched him turn around, new hope in his eyes.

"Uhh… before I head back to school, do you think I could get your number? And e-mail?"

Hailey smiled. "Sure! I would love that!"

He blinked. "Really? You mean it?"

She giggled. "Wouldn't say it if I didn't mean it."

Shane couldn't stop smiling. "Ok! Great! See you later!"

Hailey laughed as he practically skipped down the road.

…..

Darkness fell fast over the forest again. The deep rumbling ceased again and the large shadow moved thru the forest as a king would in his castle.

It lifted its great head and smelled the night air.

Its eyes closed, taking in every scent.

Finally, it found the scent it has been longing for.

Yes… it is here… at last!

It ceased pacing thru the woods and broke into a run

Sweet flesh!

…