Blessing or a Curse

The writing was created by Survivor dogs rule, and the plot was created by Wolfy10.
Chapter one, Lakota: The Wishing Well
Lakota read her book. It was amazing! She always loved to read, ever since she was a young child. The book was about wolves and dogs. She loved all the interesting stories of animals, and most of all, the canines. She sat outside, in her small blue hammock, reading the day away. She heard a yell from inside the house. Her mother, Karen, and Father, John, were in another argument. "How come I come home to this everyday!? A dirty house and I can see nothing has been done! Except you getting your nails done!". John roared. "It's not my fault! I need space, I need time away from you and the kids! We never go anywhere! Getting my nails done is the only escape!". Karen sneered. Lakota rolled her eyes. Why couldn't they just be like any other couple? She nervously rubbed her light colored fingers on her book's page. She wished she could live the full filling life of her favorite book characters. She wished she could get away from here. She was locked in a cage, sucking threw the cracks. She sighed, and continued to read. Books got threw to her horrible days. She then heard a loud slam. John was stomping out of the house, getting into his red truck. Lakota felt a lump in her throat. Karen ran out the house, yelling after him as John quickly drove away. "You'll come back! Trust me, John Fair!". Karen screeched. Lakota listened more. John and Karen were yelling at each other, using swears and hurtful things. But then, John had left with his truck, and Karen ran back into the house, her makeup all wet and dripping from tears. Lakota thought, her mouth open. Why would they do this? If this is what love is, I will never get married. I can't believe them, not one bit. Lakota jumped to her feet. She snatched her book, and ran. She ran into the woods, crying and tripping. She was deeper in the woods. She went there a lot when she was feeling down. She then feel to the ground. Her knee bleed. Tears on her face streamed. Lakota weeped. I wish they wouldn't fight at all. I wish they wouldn't be horrible, rude, and deceiving to each other. Oh, Lakota, all you do is wish! Why can't you ever stick your head out of a book!? Why can't you stop living through book characters!? Oh, you're just a wishing well!
Chapter two, Leo: The Insane 
Leo sat on his bed. He strummed his guitar. He loved playing it. He played it to the tune of his favorite song. His mother opened the door, walking into his room. Leo dropped his guitar on his bed. "Mom! You need to knock!". Leo yelped. His mom, Beth smiled. "Oh Sweetie, I can come in here! I just love you so much!". She hugged him and smothered him. No way, crazy lady! Leo pushed her off. "Oh come on mom!". He wiped the 'kisses' off his cheek. "Any laundry, Sweetie?". Beth blinked. Leo shook his head. "No, Mom.". "Alrighty then!". Beth exited the room, shutting the door behind her. I swear, if she does that when my friends are over, my life will be over! I don't get why she's a smother! Goodness, why won't she just give me a break. Leo groaned. He picked his guitar back up, and played it. He hummed to the beat. He always wanted to be a musical artist. He loved rock music, but he didn't have enough money for a guitar to play his heavy metal music. He just had to use a simple guitar. He needed to get a job somewhere. But where? Who would hire a thirteen year old boy? Most people in his town had rumors about 13 year olds. How they were some weirdos who would steal from you, and get angry easily, and of course a bad temper. But he didn't have a bad temper. He always thought of himself as a chill but brave guy. He hoped someday he could live his dreams, of being one of the big wolves in a small dogs world. He did like wolves, for some reason. They always seemed brave, chill, and misunderstood, just like him. Sometimes he wished he could hide himself from the world, only staying with the people he likes, just like a wolf. He sighed again. He was upset that no one seemed to get him. He just played his soul with his music. Am I crazy for loving music so much? Are my dreams or thoughts too mythical? Am I insane? 
Chapter Three, Red: The Hypocrite 
Red sat in his huge room. He was cuddled up in his blanket watching his favorite show! How thrilling it was! His blanket was soft and cuddly. He loved it! It was so warm and fuzzy, just like his heart! I just love my life! Everything's perfect! I love my family! My friends! Mr. Fuzzybottoms! Everything's awesome! He then snatched up his black Maine Coon, with white chest and paws, and green eyes, named Mr. Fuzzybottoms! He cuddled his fluffy cat. Mr. Fuzzybottoms purred with delight. He loved cats! Although, there was one thing in this world he loved more than cats. Wolves. He loved how adorable and cool wolves were! He wanted to cuddle one! He figured they were so soft, and cuddly! His hole family told him wolves were vicious and evil! He wouldn't believe it! But still, he would never trade Mr. Fuzzybottoms for a wolf. He loved his cat more than anything. His top three things were cats, wolves, and kindness. He had a job. He would go online and talk with people. Lots of the time, people would beat themselves up. Saying how they were 'Stupid' and a 'Loser' and 'Worthless'. He reminded them all about how wonderful they were, and all the good qualities they have. And not just online. He helped his siblings, parents, friends, even strangers. But He didn't call himself a miracle worker for what he did. He just said it was being a kindred spirit. Doing a good deed. But..at the same time, he felt he wasn't all that special. He barely noticed when he had an impact on others. They say I help them..but what if they're lying? Mabye they're just telling me that to make me feel good. What if I make it worse? I tell people how great life is! How they deserve the best! When..I don't even think I'm worthy. All I do is make things worse. I'm so clumsy. I'm always tearing stuff up, or not saying the right thing at the right time. I'm so awkward. Do I just lie to myself? I don't want to. I'm just a hypocrite!
Chapter Four, Lakota: A New friend
Lakota sat in the front of her tree. She always sat there in the woods, or high on the tree branches. She cried, tears streaming her face. She hated it when her parents fought. Her dad would get mad and leave. Her mom would sulk. And every time, her dad would come back, win her mom back, and they would act as if nothing happened until the next fight. Daren, her older brother, was at collage. Lakota missed Daren. She knew if Daren ever saw John treat Karen the way he did, he would of done shot him with a rifle. But she wasn't allowed to tell. She couldn't tell anyone. She, her siblings, and parents weren't under any abuse, and she didn't want to say anything to get taken away from her family. They all still loved each other, except made John and Karen. John wanted the good looks of a wonderful woman. And Karen was desperate. They got with each other when they were young and foolish, not being able to control themselves. They rushed into marriage to fast, and this was the backlash of it. Lakota didn't understand. You should be with someone for a while before marriage ever comes to mind. But what did she know? She was just a thirteen year old girl. Some so called 'moody, know it all, sassy, tween girl.'. She hated the stereo-types. She had no friends. She just had her book characters. She had always wanted a pet, but her dad always got mad on the topic, and her mom said 'We don't have the lifestyle for anything. We sure don't, because one of you is always running off. She scrunched up her fists. She was so mad. She rose to her feet. She grabbed a sturdy stick. She then started to hit the ground with it. Very hard. She was crying, and yelling."I hate you!". She yelled. Pieces of the stick had been breaking to the ground. She then collapsed on the ground, her back to her tree. She cried loudly. She made sobs, while she covered her face and propped up her knees. My life sucks. I'm in the echoes of despair. The shadows of hate. Mom and Dad could never love each other, and know I have to suffer. I'm the weird, animal crazy, kid who always has a book in her nose at school. No one wants to be my friend. She still sobbed, but then stopped. She heard a twig crack. She made a low gasped and looked, staying silent. What was that? Conclusions filled her head. She looked. "H-hello?". She saw something quick moving. Fear prickled her. What if it was a fox, or a raccoon? She blinked, wincing. She then saw it, looking up at her. It was a black curly hair medium sized dog. He had a curly tail, white on his chin and a tiny bit on his neck, white the rest being black. And of course, gorgeous warm brown eyes. Her heart melted. He was adorable. She smiled. "Greetings, fury one.". The dog took a step closer. He sniffed hesitantly at her. He then sat down right beside her. She slowly reached her hand out. The dog didn't move. She smiled and petted him. He was so nice and pretty! He seemed to smile, and like her petting. "Why, aren't you just a little Arliss.". Lakota laughed. She then frowned, and smiled again. "That's it! Arliss! I'll name you, Arliss.". She smiled. Arliss made a yipping sound. Arliss was the little boy off of the famous novel 'Old Yeller'. She smiled. "You're my new friend, Arliss.".
Chapter Five, Leo: Wouldn't you like to know 'Weatherboy'.
Leo ran outside. He jumped out his motorcycle and rode it away from his house. He was going to the dollar store. He parked his black bike, with silver on the edges. He walked into the store, and grabbed a pack of chewing mint gum, and payed for it. A man, with cameras all around him approached Leo. Leo remembered that man from off of local TV. He was the weatherman. Leo then remembered how close it was to the fourth of July, since it was summer. The weatherman put the microphone in Leo's face. Goodness, being on TV is the last thing I need. "What's uh..What's the best kinda firework to buy?". The weatherman asked. Leo rolled his eyes. "Would you like to know, weatherboy.". The weatherman frowned. "Where are your parents?". They turned off the cameras. "None of your business!". Leo snapped. The weatherman reached out for Leo. Leo gasped. "Get away from me!". He roared, running, his pack of gum in his hands. "Hey kid, get back here!". One yelled. Leo jumped onto his motorcycle, and drove away quickly. He was panting. Can't a weatherman take a hint when people don't want to be on TV? He stuffed some gum in his mouth and chewed. He went back to his house, sad. He sat in his room, alone. He strummed his guitar. He sung a song, called Tuesday's gone. It was the only song he felt he could sing during his sorrows of being an alone and misunderstood pre-teen. Just chew your gum, and play your music. That's all your useful for. I sure hope I don't get in trouble. Not like my mom would find out. She probably doesn't care as long as she can smother me. He hummed along to the song his was playing. 
Chapter Six, Red: Screaming kids and Sneaking out plans
Red gasped. "Don't touch that!". His two younger cousins-Todd and Ruby- had came over. They ran into his room, and started messing with his stuff. Todd was playing with Red's glass cat mini statues. Ruby was going into his drawers, throwing stuff out and making a mess. "Put that down, before you break it!". He scolded Ruby, who was holding a glass frame. Ruby then pulled Mr. Fuzzybottoms tail, making the he-cat yowl in pain. That was the last straw! Nobody touches my cat! " DON'T EVER TOUCH HIM AGAIN!". Red roared at her. Ruby burst into fake tears. "Mommy!". She cried. Typical five year old. "Leave my sissy alone!". Todd roared, lifting his foot to kick Red. Red snatched Todd's foot, and before Red could think, he pulled Todd's leg, making Todd fall to the ground. Oh crap! What have I done!? Todd then started the fake sobbing. "Momma!". Typical seven year old. Red rolled his eyes. "I didn't even hurt you. It was just a tiny fall.". Todd and Ruby still cried. Todd opened the door, and ran to his mother, Ruby following him. "Good, the twits are gone.". Red sighed with relief. He looked at his room. Clothes, comic books, cat mini statues, were scattered all over the floor. Red groaned as he heard his mother scream his name. He heard her footsteps coming towards his room. He also heard more footsteps. His Mom, His Aunt, Ruby, and Todd entered his room. "Red! How could you!?". Trisha, his mother was very upset. "Ruby, Todd, tell big cousin Red, you're sorry.". His aunt Becky sighed. Trisha shook her head. "He should say sorry!". Becky sighed again, shaking her head. "It wasn't my fault! They were tearing up my room, and they were going to get hurt!". Red yelped. "They did, by you!". Trisha scowled. "And what's this I hear about you telling them to 'die in a hole' !?". Red's mouth dropped open. He was shocked. "Those rats! They lied! I would never say that!". Red roared. "That's it Red! This is the last straw for you! You're grounded, for two weeks!". Trisha's rage was high. "N-No! That means I'll miss the summer party! Everyone at school is going! Mom, you can't do this!". Red's voice cracked. "What? No, sis, please.". Becky shook her head. "Enough. All of you. Todd, Ruby, you two go in the kitchen, and I'll make you some cookies. Becky, he's my son, I make the punishments. And Red, this is final. You will be missing The summer party. Discussion over.". Trisha said calmly. Todd and Ruby left the room, along with the frowning Becky, and the raging Trisha. Red sat down, a tear fell out the corner of his eyes. I can't believe this. This isn't fair. I-I..I'm going to that party, whether she likes it or not. I'll make a plan, and sneak out!
Chapter Seven, Lakota: Arliss The Protector And Lakota The Healer
Lakota walked home with a grin. Arliss, her new dog, walked along her. He looked so handsome. Lakota was excited to finally have a dog, and especially one as great as the new Arliss. She walked, and heard something behind her. She stopped in her tracks. She could hear Arliss growling low. There was a flash of golden and brown in the bushes. Oh no..what is that? Fear rippled through Lakota's skin. She then saw it as it emerged from the bushes. It was a small mountain lion. She shivered. "Stay back!". She tried to make her voice as loud as possible. She read in books, that to never fight a cougar or bear, but to scare them away with loud noises. The cougar didn't see a threat in Lakota at all. The huge mountain lion lunged, his claw only touching a piece of her stomach, but the cougar quickly jumped back. Pain seared in the middle of her stomach. Blood dripped. She put her hand over her wound, and looked up. Arliss had bit the cougar in it's face. Arliss was barking like crazy, warning the cougar to stay away. The cougar had hissed. "Go away! GO AWAY!". Lakota roared. Lakota's roaring and Arliss's fierce barking scared the cougar away. The cougar hissed, and ran back into the woods. That was a close one. Lakota dropped to the ground, putting her arms around Arliss and hugging him. "Oh, you're such a good boy. If you didn't keep that cougar back, I would of been dead.". She gratefully thanked the he-dog. Arliss slowly wagged his tail, but seemed to whine in pain. Lakota looked at him and gasped. "Oh, you're hurt!". Luckily, Lakota had read books about easy ways to heal wounds. She had a coat on. She brought it with her, so she could lay comfortably on the ground, and just in case the winds were hard. She also had a scarf stuffed in the pocket of the coat. She grabbed the scarf, and wrapped and tied it around Arliss's flank, where the wound was. She also took a clean leaf, and gently got to extra blood out of both their wounds. Then she took her coat, and wrapped it around her stomach. She hoped that would be enough. "We should get going boy. My mother wouldn't want me out for too long.". Lakota told Arliss. Arliss seemed to nod. What a smart dog. She then walked back to the trail towards her house, Arliss at her side. She told him stories about what had happened to her family, and things about her as they walked. She walked into the driveway, and saw her dad's truck there. She sighed. "I knew he would be back. They'll always fight, and then make up. It's a never ending cycle.". She shook her head. Arliss seemed to roll his eyes. I bet he understands just what I said. She then laughed at what had just happened. Arliss the protector and Lakota the healer.
Chapter Eight, Leo: Nothing like Sibling love
Leo sighed. He just got grounded for leaving and not telling his mom. This isn't fair. I should live my life how I want to live it. He then went to the kitchen, walking out of his room. He grabbed a chocolate chip cookie and ate it. How delicious. He loved cookies. Cookies and Guitars. That's his thing. Oh, and motorcycles. That's what I love! I wonder if any loves me. He then saw Danica, his older sister walk past him. "What's up little loser, I mean little brother.". She taunted. Leo rolled his eyes. Dani, as he often called her, used to be his best friend. They were a perfect pair of siblings. But of course, when Dani turned 16, she didn't want anything to do with Leo. She just wanted her friends, hot clothing, makeup, and boys. It was she all seemed to care about. Leo looked at her. She was wearing a pink shirt, that was very short, some light colored jeans with holes in them, and black choker around her neck, long pink nails, and some makeup on her face. Why couldn't she be like all the other 16 year olds Leo knew. He knew some 16 year olds who were kind, smart, and polite. But then there were Danica, her best friend, Hallie, and her boyfriend, Tom. "You look like bubble gum!". Leo growled. "That's what your breath needs.". Danica shot back. Leo was mad. He saw his younger sister, who was eight, walked in. Her name was Lisa. "Shut up, Leo.". Lisa sneered. Beth watched her kids. "Children, please. Now quit the bickering. It's time for dinner.". Beth sighed. Leo grabbed his plate and sat at the table in his chair. It was chicken strips, and fries. He grudgingly ate his food. Mike, his dad sat at the table. "So Sweetie, what have you been up too?". Beth asked Danica. Of course she asked her something. Danica kissed up to her mother. Leo rolled his eyes, pretty much tossing his fries in his mouth. "Oh, Mommy, it's been wonderful.". Dani even used the 'mommy' word. She must want something. "I did some tests online for school. I want to be ready when school comes around. And then I ran some laps, and I went to the animal shelter and played with the lonely animals.". Danica lied. Leo rolled his eyes again. Oh yeah, she wants something for sure. "That's my girl!". Beth smiled. "So, Could I hang out with Hallie tomorrow?". Danica asked. Leo knew that was a lie. She just was going to be with Tom. "I-I'm sorry sweetie..but you know we have a big shopping day tomorrow, and I need all the family to help.". frowned. Danica scoffed. "Seriously!? Mom, I need to! Please..". "Dani-". Beth sighed. "Mom!". Danica interrupted. Leo couldn't take it anymore. "You're just mad because you want to kiss with Tom!". Leo snarled. Everyone was shocked. Leo jumped out of his seat, stuffed a chicken strip in his mouth, and stomped to his room. He could hear yells and anger behind him. Danica and Beth were fighting for once. I don't know if mom and dad know about Tom. Hopefully they didn't. She should get grounded. He then lied in his bed, sleep over whelming him. 
Chapter Nine, Red: What if it's Destiny
It had been a week since he had been grounded. Everyone was asleep, and today was the tonight was the night of the summer party. Red was going to sneak out. He put on some clothes, and he brought some with him in a bag, just in case he spent the night, or half the night there at Jack's house. He had to be very quiet, or else, he would get caught. He slowly opened his window, and began to crawl out. He slid down the roof, and almost screamed. His body thumped to the ground. He grunted. Thankfully, he wasn't too hurt. Just shocked and a bit of pain on his ribs. He got to his feet, and quickly walked to Jack's house. He'd only been to Jack's house once, and it was far away's. He knew it would take him awhile to get there. After sometime, he was in the woods, lost. I don't remember passing through here to Jack's house..I hope I'm not lost. He then saw a glowing ray in front of him. He was shocked. What is that? It then turned blue. Then red. And yellow. And soon it kept doing the all the colors over and over. What is this? How could This be coming out of the ground? He heard a voice. "Red, you and Mr. Fuzzybottoms, will come back here in two days. It will be worth it.". The voice said. Red shivered. "Who's there!?". But no one answered. Was he just imaging it, or was there really the sound of a voice he didn't know, telling him to come back soon. I hope I don't die. He wasn't sure if he was coming back or not. "Goodbye..whoever you are.". He then turned and walked home. He had a lot on his mind. He didn't want to go, but at the same time he was curious. What if it was a hoax? What if it was really a person, who was stalking him, who planned on kidnapping him? But what if it was someone from the beyond? What if he really needed to go? Would he save the world? What would lie in front of him if he did go? And why in the world did his cat need to go? What if it was destiny?
Chapter Ten, Lakota: Just a Runaway
Lakota walked in the house, Arliss at her side. Karen and John stared at the dog. "Mom, Dad, this is Arliss. He saved my life from a cougar.". Lakota explained. "What happened!?". Karen yelped like a puppy. "I just told you mom..". Lakota frowned. "Get that nasty mutt out of here!". John sneered. Lakota remembered his dislike of animals. "He's not nasty! You're nasty!". Lakota said. "Animals belong outside!.". John folded his arms. "You belong outside for being heartless..". Lakota muttered under her breath, but everyone heard it. John grunted. He quickly walked over to Lakota, taking his belt off. Lakota shrieked. No! I don't want a whipping. "This is what happens to kids who back-talk their parents!". John yelled, as he was about to slap Lakota with his hard belt. But Arliss was barking fiercely, pulling his lips back, standing in front of Lakota. John quickly backed away, not wanting to get bit. "See! That dog needs to go! Now!". John roared. Lakota cried. She ran to her room, Arliss following her. Lakota slammed the door and locked it. She had the lock in her hands. Is my father abusive for this? I can't give up Arliss. I..I have to leave. Arliss has saved me twice, now I need to save him. She snatched her backpack. She stuffed in some clothes, food, a first aid kit, a flashlight, a knife, and of course, her favorite book. She looked at her picture frame. It showed her, her mom, and her brother. She had to admit, she would miss them. But, she never felt like she was one of them. I don't belong here. I belong somewhere else. I can't take it anymore. She opened her window, put her back pack on, grabbed Arliss, and jumped out the window. She put Arliss down, tears in her eyes. She believed this was the last time she would see her house. No. Their house. She sighed, and then walked, back into the forest. I'm crazy for this. She would sent off with her dog. She was just a runaway.
Chapter Eleven, Leo: I'm going to take a Leap like Grandma
Leo had a dream. It was his grandmother, sitting in front of him. His grandma had died many years ago. They always said she was insane. She said Leo was a wolf pup. Leo always loved her, and She loved Leo. But, of course, she had to die. She got cancer and didn't make it. Leo always knew he was his grandma's favorite. Grandma treated Lisa like the brat she was, and she made sure to teach Danica some lessons before she died. Leo's mouth dropped open. "Grandma!?". He couldn't believe it. "Leo, tonight, you will go into the woods. Find a hole in the ground, and the hole will be rainbows. You will meet others, my grand-pup.". The grandmother spoke. She then was gone. "Grandma!? I don't understand!? What do you mean!?". Leo yelped. He then awoke from his dream. What in the world!? What did she mean!? I don't know what to do! He groaned, and went to the bathroom. He brushed his teeth, and came into the kitchen. He saw some waffles and tomato juice for him. Beth smiled, and went to her room. Leo rolled his eyes. He poured his tomato juice down the sink, replacing it with coke. He ate his waffles and coke. They were delicious. He wished he could of spent more time with his Grandma. He just hoped he could of talked to her. He wanted to understand what she meant. I wanted to tell her I love her and miss her. I guess I have to be like Grandma, always taking a leap of faith. I will go to the woods, and find this..rainbow in the ground. I'm going tonight. Hopefully it wasn't a lie and I don't get in trouble. Just a leap now.
Chapter Twelve, Red: A Rainbow in the Ground
It had been a few days when the voice told him to come back in a few days. It was the night, and he was going to do what he was asked. I'm probably a fool for doing this. He grabbed his blue backpack, stuffed it with clothes, some food, His stuffed animal, which was a beanie baby cat, and a flash light. He grabbed Mr. Fuzzybottoms, and opened his window. He opened his window, jumped out, closed it, and slid to the ground. He fell on his feet, and walked. He put a leash on Mr. Fuzzybottoms. He walked back into the forest, where he first got the message. Then, he saw it. Like the voice said. He looked in the sky, and a light was turning different colors. He gasped, and followed after it. He ran, and then he saw it. In the ground, there was a huge hole. It was turning all colors. It was actually really pretty. He then heard a twig crack, and Mr. Fuzzybottoms hissed. There's someone here. I don't know who, but there's someone. He felt scared. This is a lie! I'm going to get kidnapped or murdered! "Who-Who's there!?". He asked, trying to sound brave. He couldn't fight. He wasn't the type, but he felt he was crazy. How was there a rainbow in the ground?
Chapter Thirteen, Lakota: What is that and Who are you
Lakota blinked. She was sitting beside a tree. It had been not long after she had ran away. I was childish for what I did. But I can't take the abuse anymore. At least, I think it was abuse. She and Arliss slept in the night peacefully, until she heard a noise. There was someone in the woods. She had to check and make sure it wasn't a threat. But she had to be careful too. She didn't want to get killed. She also didn't want to be found. She followed quietly after the noise, Arliss at her side. She then saw it. It was crazy. A hole in the ground, where colors changed in it. Almost as if it was a rainbow. For a moment, she watched. That's gorgeous. But how in the world could it be? No way that's real. I would think I would be hungry or thirsty to be seeing things, but no. I wonder what that is. Was she dreaming? But then, fear prickled on her. There was no way this was possible. She looked around it. There was a boy, who looked about thirteen. He was wearing a red short sleeved shirt, some blue shorts, and a backpack. He also had a black and white cat on a leash next to him. What the world? "Who-Who's there!?". She heard him ask. "What is that and who are you!?". Lakota said back. 
Chapter Fourteen, Leo: Remember When We Met
Leo packed his leather backpack. It was night, and he was going to do was his grandma told him. He just had to! Mabye I can get rich! I sure hope so! I can buy everything I want! He wished he was rich to be honest. He sighed. He quietly walked downstairs in the small light of the dark night. In his bag he had clothing, a guitar pick he liked to play with, and a flash light. He opened the door and closed it, now outside. If he didn't ever come back somehow, he would be happy. He wouldn't miss his mom, dad, or sisters. He knew they didn't truly care for him. He walked in the woods, alone. He sighed sadly. Soon, hours had passed. But then he looked in the sky. Their was the light of colors changing. He sighed, a little amazed, but followed it. Soon he saw it. In the ground, was a hole, filled with colors that were changing. Almost as if a rainbow. What the frick? He was puzzled. He walked close to it, and then blinked. There was a girl, a boy, who both looked about 13, A black and white cat on a leash, and a curly black dog. "Who are you!?". Leo's voice sounded threatening. "I was thinking the same.". The girl murmured, her dog growling. "I'm Red..I was told to come here, by..it's a long story.". The boy said calmly. "Well, I'm Leo.". Leo growled. "I'm Lakota. Now, how are we all here? I ran away from abuse..". Lakota, the girl said. Leo blinked. Poor girl. "I-I was told when I went in the woods to come here by a voice..". Red said, obviously scared. Should I tell these losers the truth? "I was told by my grandma in a dream to come here.". Leo admitted. "Then it's a sign, it's destiny for us to meet..". Lakota sighed. How in the world is this possible?
Chapter Fifteen, Red: This is only the Beginning 
Red was in complete shock. Was it destiny for them to meet? He then heard it. The voice. It sounded like a male's voice. " Lakota, Red, And Leo. I need you all, to come together. You will become good and loyal friends. But, something is wrong. The animals of the world, are dying. In a place called China, and meet someone. You will meet him, and help him. In the Arctic, you will meet someone. You will go to Africa, and meet someone. Then, you will come back after, and go in the woods, and meet someone again. Your actions will define what happens to the world.". The voice spoke. "Who are you!?!". Lakota asked. "You will call me, Universe. If you can not complete these quests, I will take the earth, and soon, we'll be gone. All of us.". Universe said. "Why in the world would you do that!?". Leo snarled. "If you can not help my friends, and save them, their kind will run out. Soon more and more will run out, and then, there will be nothing. It's out of my control, really. And I can't go anywhere. But don't worry, I'll help you get to your quests.". Universe said. Red looked up in the sky. He was the sun rising. It was rather beautiful. "What does that mean!?". Leo growled. "Hello!? What the heck does that mean!?". Leo was mad. He scares me. "Calm down!". Lakota snapped at Leo. I like her. She's nice. Then, the rainbow hole disappeared. It then was very small, like a ball shape. The ball shape lifted itself in the air. All their eyes were fixed on it, blinking. The rainbow ball then went past them, going rather fast. "I guess we have to follow it.". Lakota sighed. "Let's go.". "Woah! We can not do this! We don't know any about this!". Leo shook his head. "Oh come on, we have to.". Red tried to get Leo to come. Lakota shrugged and walked in front of the two boys. "Come if you want, don't if you don't. Didn't you hear Universe? You want everyone and everything to be dead and gone? I'm going to save the world.". Lakota said calmly to them, walking way ahead of them, with her dog beside her. "She's insane.". Leo growled. "She's awesome.". Red smiled. He figured he and Lakota would become good friends. He then follow after them. 
Chapter Sixteen, Lakota: Hopefully we don't get off on the wrong foot 
Lakota walked, leading the way. "Oh, by the way, I hoped you boys brought some useful things in those bags. And, my dog is named, Arliss.". Lakota murmured to them. Leo seemed to be some rebelious kid, who was often angry, and always acting tough. Red seemed to be a sweet little boy, probably a perfect life. "My cat is Mr. Fuzzybottoms!". Red beamed. Leo burst out laughing. "What kind of name is that!?". Leo laughed so hard. Leo's an immature idiot. Check. "Shut up!". Red sneered. He frowned, but then smiled again. "I brought some clothes, a flash light, some fruit bars, apples, oranges, crackers, and my stuffed animal, Ms. Fluffster, and a flash light.". Leo burst out laughing again. "A stuffed animal!? What a dork!". Red then frowned. Lakota thought he was gonna cry. "Wanna know why your head if so thick Leo? Because you have no room for brains.". Lakota burned him like a savage, and grabbed Red's hand, walking way in front of Leo. Leo watched her and Red walk a little off. His mouth was opened, probably shocked someone could burn him that well. "Don't worry about Leo. He's a jerk.". Lakota told him. Red smiled at her. "T-Thanks, Lakota.". Lakota kept walking. "I bought a special something too.". Lakota showed it to him. "It's my favorite book!". "Cool!". Red replied, examining it. "My family was never fond of books. And most of all, my idiotic father.". Lakota sighed. I wish they were more kinder to me. But it doesn't matter now. I'm just a runaway girl. Almost as if a lone wolf, although I do have some company. "You said you were abused, didn't you?". Red frowned. "Mentally, and a little bit of physical.". Lakota nodded. 'That sucks, I'm sorry.". Red murmured. "Don't be, it doesn't matter now.". Lakota shrugged. Lakota looked back and saw Leo trudging a bit behind them. "Leo's quite the character, and not the kind I like.". Lakota growled softly. "Mabye he's alright. He seems pretty angry. Mabye some problems he had with his family, like you.". Red seemed to reason with Lakota. "Mabye..". Lakota eyed Leo a little. "But, if we're gonna be stuck with him, we might as well not get off on the wrong foot.'. Red murmured. Lakota thought for a second before speaking. "I suppose you're right.". 
Chapter Seventeen, Leo: I'm not a people Person 
Leo walked slowly behind them. He was mad. He never signed up to 'Save the World'. He didn't want to do this, at all. I should of stayed home. It would of been better if I did. He sighed. A few hours had passed, and his stomach growled. The rainbow light then vanished. "Why'd it leave?". Leo asked in a growling tone. "I guess we have to stay here.". Red shrugged. "Mabye..Breakfast? We could share our food.". Lakota suggested. "Sure!". Red agreed eagerly. He must be starving by tone. "Alright.". Leo shrugged. Red sat down on the ground, opening his bag. Leo opened his too. And Lakota. "How about a orange for each of us?". Red asked. "Yeah! And a mini pack of chips too!". Lakota nodded. "I'll spare us some water.". Leo grunted. "And..how about beef jerky for the dog and cat?". Leo asked. Lakota and Red nodded. They ate their food together. Leo had to admit, the food tasted pretty good. It was different from what he had at his house. He usually had a microwave pack of grits, and a boiled egg every morning. Mabye he would grow to like the two. But, he felt a grudge against them. He didn't want to get close to people. I'm not a people person. I don't want to be a people person. I can't fit in with everyone else. I'm just some lone wolf. I don't want no one , and I don't need no one. I just wish I could break free from everyone! I'm better off alone. And I'm better off not doing this stupid quest!
 Chapter Eighteen, Red: Back Story's 
Red ate all his food and stretched. "So, what should we talk about?". He asked Leo and Lakota. Leo didn't answer, only looking away. Lakota shrugged. "Mabye, what our lives before and what we like to do, ect.?". Red suggested. "I'll go first! I am the only child, and I lived with my mom. My two cousins, and Aunt came over a lot. Of course I have my best friend, Mr. Fuzzybottoms! I went to Rainburrows Middle school. I like to play with beanie babies.". Red explained. He heard Leo snicker on the latest part. "I also like watching TV, curling up in my blankets, eating hot foods, and hanging out with my mom.". Red finished. Leo was about to burst into laughter, but Lakota gave him a death glare, so Leo blinked, closing his mouth. "My turn. I lived with my Mom, Dad, and brother. My dad and mom always argued. And my dad liked to use belts on me and my brother. My brother was a pain. I was home schooled, so I don't know many people, and I wasn't allowed to stay at anyone's house, even though I am dying for a sleepover. I met Arliss a while ago, and kept him. I like reading fiction, and some non-fiction books, and I do have a secret passion for writing clean romance/fiction/animal novels.". Lakota said about herself. How wonderful! I wonder if I can read some of her stories!? They seem fun! Leo sighed, and told his story. "I lived with my mom, dad, Older prissy sister, and younger bratty sister. I know they never loved me, so I didn't shed a tear like you babies when I left.". Leo growled softly. Red scrunched his nose. Leo was so offensive! "I like to play my guitar, stay away from people, and I went to Collin's Middle School.". Leo finished. Red blinked. "That's..interesting..". Lakota murmured. Sure is.
 Chapter Nineteen, Lakota: China, Here we come 
Lakota walked off the bus. They had to sneak into a plane on the way to China. It was the only way to meet Universe's friend and not have the hole earth destroyed. Lakota hid behind some bags and crates. "When I say run, we run into the back. Okay?". Lakota whispered. Leo and Red nodded. "One..two..go!". Lakota quietly, ran, trying to stay out of site. Arliss was running beside her. She trampled into the back part that was open. I'm so clumsy! The workers were throwing bags, pets, and whatnot in there. She then hid, hoping Red, Leo, and Mr. Fuzzybottoms would make it in. Her back was against a huge wooden crate. She breathed low. Arliss lay beside her protectively. She soon saw Leo sneak in too. He hid behind another huge wooden crate, on the other side of her. And then Red and his cat came in. Red hid on Lakota's side, but father down. He hid behind some bags and suitcases, holding Mr. Fuzzybottoms. "I think I heard something in there.". One of the men said. Lakota froze. She didn't even breath. The man took some steps slowly forward. Lakota blinked. She saw Red, still hiding, but watching the man. Leo closed his eyes. He probably believes we're going to get caught. The man kept stepping closer, where he stood, right in front of the crate Lakota was behind. Lakota didn't move a muscle. This is it. We're going to get caught and taken back to our families. "Hey, come on man! We got to close this thing!". The other man yelled to him. The first man walked out, and shut the door. They all let out a sigh of relief. "That..was really close..". Lakota murmured, catching her breath. "I know, it's a good thing we stayed quiet.". Leo talked. It seemed like Leo was a coming a little out of his shell. It had been about a day ago since they met each other, and now, they were going to China! "Red, what do you think?..Red?". Lakota asked, with no answer. Lakota and Leo looked at each other, worry in their eyes. She moved Red's hiding spot a little, to see him reading a America to China flip-book. "I hope we get to see a cat cafe!". Red blurted. "Oh, Jesus man!". Leo groaned, a hint of relief in his voice. Lakota sighed again of relief. "China, here we come.". 
Chapter Twenty, Leo: Dang, that boy's tough 
Leo bit his lip. Wait..did I just get worried because I thought Leo wasn't here? His father and everyone male he knew would of called him know. Leo never had any positive male figures around him. He also watched himself around them. They weren't to be trusted. It was always men beating people, abusing, and doing other horrible things, and mostly doing it to women. Men were stupid. And they would steal your lovers. You could never trust them. Right? At least that's what he was taught. Leo then blinked slowly. He closed his eyes, laying down. Red and Lakota were talking with each other, as Leo felt very sleepy. He was super tired. He just wanted some sleep. Leo then felt sleep over-whelming him. He woke up, a long time later. He hadn't sleep like that in a long time. He saw Lakota and Red searching in bags. They were stuffing food, drinks, and anything useful in their bags. "I found a compass!". Red beamed. "That'll be great if we get lost!". Lakota nodded. Leo blinked. "What are you two doing!?". He snarled. "Are you stealing!?". Red looked down, ashamed. "Look! We need what we can get! And, we're leaving some of the money we brought it their bags! And, I can tell, these things aren't sentimental!". Lakota sneered. Leo rolled his eyes. "I bet you don't even give enough money, Thief!". "Do you want us not to have anything, Jerk!? Universe won't help us all that much!". Leo and Lakota argued. Red watched them, blinking in fear timidly. Leo looked away. He didn't wnat to talk anymore. "Why can't you just talk!?". "Why can't you just stop the talk!?". Leo and Lakota still argued. "Shut up everyone!". Red roared. "We need to stick together! Believe it or not, like Universe said, we'll die. All of us! We're in this together. And mabye, you two should from now on shut the fluff up!". Red snarled. Leo and Lakota blinked. Dang, that boy's tough. Leo and Lakota looked sheepishly at each other. "I'm sorry for calling you a thief and losing my temper.". Leo muttered. "I'm sorry for calling you a jerk and also loosing my temper.". Lakota also muttered. Leo could see that smug face on Red. Leo sighed, and ate a bag of chips. "How long till we reach China?". 
Chapter Twenty One, Red: They're looking for us 
Red hid behind a bunch of bags and suitcases stacked on top of each other. He breathed low. The huge door to the opening had opened up, and now, they had to sneak out of the plane. "We're just gonna have to run.". Leo told them. Lakota nodded. "One..two...go!". Lakota said. Red jumped to his feet. His backpack was on, and he held Mr. Fuzzybottoms leash tightly. He ran out, as fast as he could. Leo and Lakota followed him. "Hey, kids! Get back here!". One man roared. "Privet! Razve eto ne te det, kotoryye propali bez vesti v Amerike!". A Chinese man yelped. Red had no idea what he said. He ran, along with his friends. They stopped, after they left the airport. They were safe. They breathed slowly. Finally, they could go find Universe's friend. Then, the rainbow glowing light appeared. I guess we should follow that. Red noticed Lakota was looking sad. They followed the light. "The Chinese man..he-he said that he though we were those kids missing in America.". Lakota sighed. Red also sighed. "It's true. I'm sure they reported us missing. The last thing we need is someone looking for us.". Leo shrugged. "I have something to tell you guys.". Lakota showed them a newspaper. "I saw this. I grabbed it while we were in the plane. I didn't tell you guys because I didn't want ya'll to get too upset..". Lakota said. The paper showed they're faces, saying they were missing. Oh no! What if they capture us!?. "They're looking for us.". Red sighed.
 Chapter Twenty Two, Lakota: Zhang from China 
Lakota felt slightly over-whelmed. It was a day ago when they arrived in China, and found out they were being looked for back in America. Lakota still followed the rainbow light, along with her friends. It was a huge forest. Bamboo was everywhere, and it was so green and tall. She then stopped as she heard a voice. "Why, hello. Universe told me you three we're coming to help me, along with the dog and cat.". The male voice said. Lakota turned her head around. Who is that? Is it Universe's friend? But animals can't talk like people! "Hello?". Lakota murmured. She saw him. It was a huge Black and White bear. He looked a bit cute. It was a giant panda. Fear prickled on her. She had read in books before Pandas were mean, and dangerous. Red blinked. Leo got ready to attack. Lakota figured he thought the Panda would attack. "Don't be silly! Animals can't talk!". Leo hissed at Lakota. "Oh, but I can. You can speak animals, have you know. I can't tell you how, but that's not the point. I'm Zhang. I'm the animal in China Universe told you to help.". Zhang, the panda said calmly. Lakota cocked her head. "Wha-? I don't get it. I thought we were supposed to see a person?". Red asked. "Universe didn't say person, Red. And I'm guessing you want to know the reason why you guys have to help me.". Zhang grinned. "Uh, yeah. We came from Indiana to China to meet you.". Leo growled. "Alright, here it goes.". Zhang started. 
Chapter Twenty Three, Leo: Becoming the Wing-mans and Wing-womans 
Leo listened to the huge panda. "As Universe was saying, You need to save my kind. There's this she-panda. Her name is Ming. She's one of the few living female pandas. I keep trying to get her to have a crush on me back, but..she seems to be un-interested in me. Friend-zoned. We were always friends, ever since we were little cubs, and I want to be more than that. I am trying to win her, because of different reasons. I love her, I know that for sure. And, this is how to re-populate the pandas. I need each of your help to get her to love me back, and save Panda kind, and a panda romance.". Zhang sighed. To Leo's annoyance, Lakota smiled. "Oh! This is such a romance novel! Of course we'll help!". She squealed happily. Leo rolled his eyes. "Sure, we'll help.". Leo grunted. Red nodded in agreement. "I'll show you her.". Zhang got up, padding to where Ming must be. So..I guess I have to become a wing-man. They then stopped. In front of them, was a bunch of Bamboo, but if you looked harder, you could see. It was a Panda, very beautiful. "That's Ming. Now, we have to come up with plans to make her love me.". Zhang said. Lakota blinked. "I got an idea, and it's perfect!". Lakota smirked. "What is it!?". Leo, Red, and Zhang asked together. "Okay, here's the plan.". 
Chapter Twenty Four, Red: Dates and Bro-Hugs 
Red liked Leo's plan. I hope it'll work! Zhang walked up to Ming. "Why, hello Ming.". He said, his tone calming, a glint of longing in his eyes. Ming stared at him. "Hi?". She murmured. Leo rolled his eyes. "I told him not to do that stud- like voice!". He whispered to Lakota and Red. Arliss and Mr. Fuzzybottoms sat quietly. "I want to invite you to have food with me. As soon as the sun sets. You could meet me at my bamboo den.". Zhang batted his eyes, all flirty like. Red also rolled his eyes. Lakota looked as if her favorite characters she shipped in a book were admitting their love for each other. "Uh, okay?". Ming was not impressed. "Good afternoon!". Zhang yelped awkwardly, walking back to his house. "That was so embarrassing.". Zhang sighed. "Even worse to watch.". Leo growled, having Lakota frown and angrily nudge him. "Let's just hope the date goes well! I mean, do pandas date? Or..?". Red cocked his head. "Well, if the 'date' goes well, we'll have more, we'll stay around each other, and then I'll ask her to be my mate. We don't take as long as you humans.". Zhang murmured. Red slowly nodded. "I'll go find some of the food!". Red murmured, trotting off. "Me too.". Leo muttered, following him. Mr. Fuzzybottoms, Lakota, Arliss, and Zhang walked to Zhang's bamboo hut, or rather den. Why does Leo want to come with me? Red wondered a lot. He then went by a small river, putting sparkling water into a jug made of sticks that they found on the airport. "I'm sorry.". Leo muttered. Red cocked his head. "Why?". He asked, confused. "I..-I know I haven't been that nice to you. I guess I'm just angry. No one seems to understand me, and well, I take it out on you. It's because you're strong..and I'm sure I'm just weak for even admitting it.". Leo sighed. Red touched his shoulder. "It's okay. I didn't really mind. And trust me, we get it. Me and Lakota will get it more than anyone on this earth, whether you believe it or not. And you're not weak. You're super strong, and tough.". Red smiled at him. Leo smiled back a little. "I guess so. I want to..Oh, I'll just do it!". Leo gave Red a 'bro hug'. What is going on!? I guess Leo is letting his guard down a little. Hopefully he'll feel better. "Oh, and let's not tell this to Lakota. Or anyone for that fact.". Leo grunted. "Sure thing.". Red grinned. 
Chapter Twenty Five, Lakota: Makeover Time 
Lakota placed a long, thin, wooded round platform in the bamboo hut. Leo and Red placed bowls on it, and they put water, bamboo juice, bamboo stalks, and some type of bird meat in the bowls. "I'm so nervous! I look terrible!". Zhang whimpered. It's true. His fur was stained with mud, his ears full of gunk, crust was around his eyes, his claws were crusty. "Time for a makeover!". Lakota smiled. Red also smiled. Leo rolled his eyes. Zhang blinked, almost fearfully. "Come on!". Lakota beamed, grabbing her bag and running to the stream. They followed her. "Get in the water.". Lakota told Zhang. Zhang slowly walked in the water. This is gonna be work, but fun. Lakota had borrowed some shampoo from the airport. She placed it in Zhang. A lot of it. She scrubbed. "Come on guys! Help scrub!". Lakota called to her friends. Leo and Red walked over, scrubbing and cleaning Zhang's muddy body. After lots of scrubbing and rinsing, it was time to do his ears. Red grabbed some leaves. "Will these work?". He asked. "Perfect!". Lakota grabbed the leaves. She then scooped all the gunk out of Zhang's ears with the leaves, rinsing his ears with water. Leo rubbed water over his eyes, getting rid of the crust. Zhang was now out of the water, sitting down. Lakota, Red, and Leo were scraping his claws, along rocks. His claws would be prettier, smaller, and ever more sharp! Lakota combed Zhang's fur with a pine cone, while Red and Leo brushed his teeth with pine needles, and some cleaning herb they found. "You, look awesome!". Lakota smiled. Zhang was finally was done. "I have to admit, he looks sharp.". Leo grunted, a bit more happy than usual. "Yeah! I like it!". Red nodded with a grin. Zhang also grinned. "Thanks guys. Now I'll look sharp for my date!". 
Chapter Twenty Six, Leo: A Snob girl and a Awkward boy 
Leo hid behind a huge bush with Lakota, Red, Arliss, and Mr. Fuzzybottoms. Arliss and Mr. Fuzzybottoms have been awfully quiet lately. Zhang was sitting by the wooden 'table'. Ming was walking toward him. She's probably a pretty smart panda. Zhang had a microphone where she couldn't see. Lakota, Leo, and Red could talk to him, and they could talk to Zhang. Lakota found the microphones and headsets at the airport. "Okay, so, tell her she looks very classy.". Lakota whispered into the microphone. "You look very classy!". Zhang blurted to Ming. Ming sat down, her head high. Seems stuck up. Ming didn't even smile. She narrowed his eyes at him. "Now, what did you call me here for?". Ming asked. "Oh..yeah..". Zhang muttered. "Tell her we should talk about it over dinner.". Red said into the mic. "We should talk about that over dinner.". Zhang smirked. Ming had a little interest in her eyes. She prissily at a bamboo stalk. Zhang wolfed down a bamboo stock. He slurped bamboo juice. Ming watched, disgusted. "Sorry..". Zhang decided to eat as dainty as he could. Leo rolled his eyes. "Tell her the food looks almost as good as her.". "The food looks almost as good as you.". Zhang smiled charmingly at her. Ming blinked. "So I look like bamboo?". She was full of sass. Leo face-palmed. Lakota sighed. Red groaned low in annoyance. "There's no pleasing this chick!". Red snarled. "Hey! You shut up! She's wonderful!". Zhang roared to Red. "What!? How dare you!". Ming snarled, slapping him hard in the face with a paw. Awesome. We lost the target. She dashed off angrily. "No, wait!". Zhang yelped. "Oh, just great!". Leo growled. "Snobs and Awkward's! There's no way to put them together!". 
Chapter Twenty Seven, Red: He saved her, and She did more than thank him 
Red sighed. Zhang frowned. "There's no way I can win her!". Zhang frowned, with a whine. They then heard a scream. It was Ming. Zhang leaped to his paws, running after the scream. Red froze. I wonder if she's hurt..or either throwing a tantrum. Red ran after the screams. I hope she's alright! Zhang stopped, dust flying, his claws digging into the earth. Red stopped, staring in horror. Ming was hanging on the edge of a cliff about 12 feet away. Oh gosh! SHE'S GOING TO DIE!! Red noticed, him, Lakota, and Leo were too big to get her. The ground in front of them was weak, and they would of fallen, breaking the ground, and their bodies. "Zhang! You have to save her!". Red yelped. But Zhang was already walking slowly towards Ming. "Someone..please..help!". Ming cried. "I can't hold on much longer!". Zhang had to go very slow so the ground didn't crack and break beneath him. Ming was scraping her claws on the rocks, making a scraping noise. She cried low. "Help..". Hurry up Zhang! Ming's claws couldn't hold on any longer. She let go. She's going to fall to her death! Lakota gasped. But just in time, Zhang grabbed her paw, and slowly pulled her up. She lay on the ground, gasping for breath. She looked up at the happy and relieved Zhang. "Y-You saved my life! I can't believe this!". Ming gasped, and her eyes turned soft. Zhang looked at her fondly, blushing. Ming then chuckled. "All this time, I've been looking for the right Panda. The one to be my lover. And turns out, he's been in front of me the whole time.". Ming blushed. She then licked his muzzle. It was a panda kiss. Lakota squealed happily. Zhang licked her back, nuzzling her. They murmured things to each other that Red and the others couldn't hear. Arliss seemed to smile. Mr. Fuzzybottoms rolled his eyes, and yawned. "I guess we accomplished the first mission!". Red beamed. 
Chapter Twenty Eight, Lakota: Goodbye, Zhang 
Lakota smirked. She figured Ming and Zhang would someday love each other. "To be honest..I've always had a bit of a crush on you..but Daddy always said I must be mates with a Panda who owned lots of the forest. But he can't dictate my life anymore!". Ming admitted. Aw, how sweet! Lakota walked back with Red, Leo, Arliss, and Mr. Fuzzybottoms. I'm sure they'll appreciate some time alone. "That..was..disgusting..". Red muttered. "It's nice! And, we did the first quest! Three more to go!". Lakota said, a bit cheerful. Why are Arliss and Mr. Fuzzybottoms being so quiet? I hope they're okay. These thoughts kept running in Lakota's mind. Lakota couldn't stop thinking of that. But then, she saw a happy Zhang and Ming walking towards them. "Thanks..for trying to put us together.". Ming smiled at Lakota, Red, and Leo. I'm sure Zhang told her about us."No problem.". Lakota said. Leo and Red nodded. After some silence, Leo spoke. "I'm sure we have to go to our next quest.". Leo murmured. "That's true. We'll miss you Zhang.". Lakota smiled. "Yeah. I like your 'dorkiness'. That's how I an relate to you!". Red beamed. "You're a pretty cool Panda, man.". Leo grinned a little. Arliss and Mr. Fuzzybottoms rubbed and nuzzled on Zhang. "Thanks guys. I'll miss ya'll too.". Zhang smiled. Lakota, Red, Leo, and Zhang did a group hug. "Bye!". Red waved, walking off. "So long.". Leo said, and followed Red. "Goodbye, Zhang and Ming.". Lakota said in the bitter sweet moment. She had to admit, she'd miss the panda. She then turned, following Leo and Red, Arliss and Mr. Fuzzybottoms following her. "Bye!". Zhang and Ming both said together. 
Chapter Twenty Nine, Leo: Let's go to the Arctic 
"We have to get to Alaska. Remember, on my count, we hop into the plane.". Lakota murmured. Red and Leo nodded. "One..two..go!". Lakota said, jumping out of the bushes, and running to the plane. They had to stay in the back of the plane again. They would be with all the boxes, bags, and suitcases. Lakota noticed how the Chinese men and women were done putting bags in the open bag of the white plane, and she walked in. She walked all the way to the back, so they didn't have to hide that much. Arliss sat at her side, while Lakota sat on the floor. Red sat beside her, and Leo did too, along with Mr. Fuzzybottoms. Then, the huge door on the front of the back of the plane, closed. Lakota sighed in relief. "It's good we finished with our first Quest.". Red smiled. "Hello. We didn't tell you we could talk at the time..because you would think of nothing but this, and most of all Lakota. But I'm very happy to tell you now!". Arliss smiled. Did that dog just talk!? "What!?!". Lakota yelped. 
Chapter Thirty, Red: They can talk 
Red blinked. "Yes. We can talk. At the time..you three couldn't understand animals yet.". Mr. Fuzzybottoms admitted. "You couldn't understand us until your true ears opened up, and you could hear Zhang. We didn't say much because we didn't want to distract you. And most of all, Lakota.". Arliss grinned. "This is awesome! I can talk with my dog!". Lakota beamed. This just got even more weird. "Fuzz, what's your favorite food?". Red asked. "Sushi. And your's is Doritos and cheese dip.". Mr. Fuzzybottoms meowed. Wow. "Yeah! What's your favorite color!?". Red asked. "Blue. Your's is obliviously, red.". Mr. Fuzzbottoms smirked. "Yup! What's your favorite game!?". Red was full of questions. "I like to play with feathers and sticks. Your's is tag.". Mr. Fuzzybottoms murmured. I can't believe some of the stuff I didn't know about him. Red started to feel guilty. "What's your favorite TV show?".Mr. Fuzzybottoms asked. "Family Reunion! And your's is 'pretty she-cats in Hollywood.". Red beamed. Yes! He didn't know something about me, and I knew something about him! "Yes. That's right.". Mr. Fuzzybottoms smiled. 
Chapter Thirty One, Lakota: Arctic, here we come 
Lakota loved to ask Arliss questions. "What's your favorite color!?". She asked. "Lime, same as your's!". Arliss beamed. Lakota nodded. "What's your favorite food!?". Arliss asked. "Spaghetti! Same as yours!". Lakota smiled. Arliss nodded. This is awesome! I can talk with all animals! And it's best I can talk with my dog! "I suppose we should sleep?". Leo suggested. He must be tired. "True! Good night!". Lakota layed beside Arliss, throwing a long and thick towel over them she found in a suitcase when they were on they're way to china. Red, holding Mr. Fuzzybottoms, also curled up in the huge bath towel. Leo grudging lied on the other side, closing his eyes. This is alright. Being with my friends. I love this. I hope this'll be easy. And mabye it'll be even funner than the last! And safer too. Sleep then over whelmed Lakota. Arctic, here we come!
Chapter Thirty Two, Leo: Suka, from Alaska
Leo stretched. They had just ran away from the airport. They were right outside of it, and safe. It's a relief we've made it so far. I really can't believe it. The rainbow ball appeared. I almost forget how nice it looked. "Let's follow it.". Leo sighed. "Duh!". Red muttered. Leo rolled his eyes, and followed the rainbow ball. He liked having some silence every once and a while. They walked for hours and hours. They were now in more of a tundra looking place. Good thing we all changed into warm clothes. Even the dog and the cat have things and warm stuff wrapped around them. "I'm tired.". Arliss sighed. "Me too. But we have to get going until we found who we're looking for.". Leo murmured. "Oh, you've found her.". Said a female voice. Let me guess, Universe's friend from an Arctic place. Leo and the others turned around. There was a gorgeous white fox sitting in front of them. She looked at them, her eyes blue. "I'm Suka. I'm Universe's friend's. And yes, I'm another animal. I'm guessing Zhang got with that Ming?". Suka cocked her head, curling her tail around her paws. "Uh, Hi. You must know us, and Zhang.". Leo blinked. "And yes, Zing, or Mhang, whichever one you want to call them, they're together.". Lakota grunted. "Fabulous. It's my pleasure to meet you all.". Suka grinned.
Chapter Thirty Three, Red: I can help too
Red smiled. "It's great to meet you Suka! You're so pretty!". Suka then sighed. I thought that was a complement? "What's wrong?". Lakota asked. "Here comes my problem. You see, here, some of us she-animals don't get treated right. If we are so-called 'pretty' we get mistreated! We are supposedly not capable of taking care of our self! Like, we are just a pretty piece of property! Just because our fur color is pretty doesn't mean we don't have any strength or ambition!". Suka snapped. "Preach, sista!". Lakota lifted her head high." It's not fair! I have to convince my father! He's the only ones who are stuck in the past! We need to show them that all females, are smart, fierce, strong, ambitious, and beautiful! If he doesn't respect any females, then other males will do that too, and us females will rebel against all males, and the population will die! Also, we mostly need Lakota for this.". Suka explained. Lakota smiled big. "Yes! I will help all I can!". I can help too! 
Chapter Thirty Four, Leo: The plan 
It had been a two days since they came to Alaska and met Suka. They had stayed in a small water dripping cave. It wasn't too cold in there, since they made a fire with sticks and rocks. They made a big friendship with her. Leo blinked. " So, what should we do first? And what's the plan?". Leo asked. "First, we should make a plan on what to do!". Suka suggested. "Yes. I've been thinking of what it is, and here it is. Let's pretend, that we came into your camp, going to kill ya'll. We act all mean and tough. But you scare us off, and use some swift moves, and you bite easily on us, and pretend you bit us really hard.". Leo explained. "That's a good idea!". Lakota smiled. "I like that!". Red nodded. "Me too!". Suka said. "When should we do it?". Leo asked. "Now! Follow me!". Suka yelped. She ran to where Leo guessed was camp. I hope this'll work. Suka rushed into where there was a few foxes. I'm guessing this is where we attack. Suka was fake gasping for air. Lakota stomped into camp, snarling. "Time for death!". Red lied. The camp had snow all over it, and a small cave. Oh boy, here we go. 
Chapter Thirty Five, Lakota: Feminism 
Suka growled. She lunged on Red, biting him easy. Red screamed in fake pain. "Ouch!". Lakota stepped forward to Suka. Suka snarled and fake bit her too. Lakota yelped, and ran back. Red and Leo followed Lakota, Suka chasing them. "That's right! You better run!". Suka barked. "Suka, we know this is a fake. We heard you. And I don't believe that females are the same as males. That's that.". Said a male Arctic fox. Suka's mouth dropped open. Lakota sighed and walked back there with the others. Just great! It didn't work. Suka then snapped. "Father! This is about how you treat me! And other females! Like we're un-capable of fighting! How dare you! I will not be around any one who thinks like you! Females, are strong, brave, fierce, extremely smart, and gorgeous! We don't need you around to dictate females lives! You hold me and other ladies down, because of what you are! A male, scared of females doing it better than him, which they do, and he holds them down. Trying to clip our wings! But you, can not, and will not! Not ever! I will stand up for my rights, and you will NOT clip my wings! I will fly, for my life, my rights, my strengths, my emotions, my feminism!". 
Chapter Thirty Six, Red: Goodbye, Suka 
Red blinked. He could tell Lakota was having a party in her mind. And finally, Suka was standing up for her rights. Red smiled. Arliss and Mr. Fuzzybottoms walked over. They sat down, watching, and grinning with satisfaction. "I-I..yes ma'am..". The father fox bowed down. Suka rolled her eyes. "That's..better.". She sighed. "I'll respect females from now on..". The father fox nodded. "Good!". Lakota snapped. "You should, and always.". Suka stepped forward to Lakota, Red, and Leo. "I want to thank you three, for helping me. You don't know how much this means.". Suka smiled. Lakota wrapped her arms around Suka in a hug. "That's my girl! We have to show our rights as females. I'll miss you!". Lakota smiled. Leo and Red hugged Suka as well. Arliss and Mr. Fuzzybottoms nuzzled Suka. "I'll miss you all!". Suka also smiled. I really like that fox. Red then stopped hugging, along with the others. "I guess we should leave now.". Lakota murmured. "Goodbye, Suka.". Lakota said threw tears. "Goodbye!". Leo and Red said together. "Bye!". Suka said, also threw tears. I think I'm gonna cry too. Red then lead the way, following the rainbow light that had just apppeared. Goobye, Suka.
Chapter Thirty Seven, Leo: Africa, here we come
Leo and the others had snuck into a train to go to Africa. Finally, something besides a plane. They were still in the back, with all the bags and suitcases, but they were safer in trains, and were all more comfy. They had been in there for a long time, and the train had just stopped. Lakota opened the huge door quickly, and kept the door open. "Get out!". She told the others. Finally. Leo hopped out, along with Arliss, Red, and Mr. Fuzzybottoms. Lakota shut the door, and the rainbow ball appeared. Leo followed it. I'm pretty sure we go back to America after this one. They had been walking for about thirty minutes, and then, the rainbow light disappeared. "Now, someone's going to pop out and say, 'I'm here' or something". Leo murmured truthfully.
Chapter Thirty Eight, Lakota: Zemora, from Africa
"That's right. Hi. I'm Zemora, Universe's friend from Africa!". A female elephant grinned. Lakota waved. "Hello.". "Hi!". Red smiled. "Nice to meet you. So, what's your problem.". Leo asked. "Okay! Here it is! You see, their's this Poacher. His name's, Flint. He's killed so many species. He loves to kill Elephants. He also kills lots of other animals that we don't have much of. The police are trying to find him. All we need to do, is capture him, and turn him into the police.". Zemora explained. "Oh..my. He sounds horrible!". Lakota frowned. "I can't believe he would do something like that.". Leo murmured. Flint's a monster! "I guess we should stay here until Flint comes.". Red sighed. "He won't be here until a few days. He takes trips.". Zemora explained. "Oh..well..we're gonna have to stay here then!". Lakota murmured Zemora walked off, away from them. Red followed her, sitting beside her alone. "What's wrong?". He asked. "I'm worried for my tribe. I don't live there much, but they're my family, and I can't bear for him to kill anymore.". Zemora admitted, tearfully. Red patted Zemora's back. "Don't worry! We'll save them!". Zemora had really shown her true colors. She cared so deeply for her family. "I have a plan!". Red smiled. "I know what to do to Flint when he comes back!".
Chapter Thirty Nine, Red: Catching the Poacher
Red sighed. It had been two days since coming to Africa. He wanted to finally catch the poacher, but he wasn't here yet. But then, Red heard a gunshot. "He's here!". Zemora sighed. "Shooting animals. We need to go, now!". I can't believe this! Time for my plan to work! Red, Lakota, Arliss, and Mr. Fuzzybottoms followed after the sound, along with Zemora. "I hope this works.". Arliss muttered. "Me too.". Mr. Fuzzybottoms sighed. Zemora sat in the valley, all alone. "Why did she go over there!?". Red asked. "Her life is in danger now!". Arliss yelped. Red could tell she was fearful. And then, they saw him. Flint was a tall man, who wore saggy clothes, and a hat, along with a rifle and jeep. Flint cocked his gun, ready to shoot Zemora with his gun. He put bullets in it, and cocked it up. Red sneaked up behind him. Just as Flint was ready to shot, Red grabbed a huge rock, and hit Flint in the head with it. Flint fell to the ground, passed out. "Yes! We got him!". Red smiled. Lakota wrapped ropes around him mouth, hands, and legs, While Leo and Red threw him in the back of the jeep. "We'll be back! We have to go deliver this guy!". Lakota called to Zemora and Mr. Fuzzybottoms. "Do any of you know how to drive this thing?". Leo asked. Red looked around. "I do.". Lakota sat in the front, grabbed the keys in Flint's pocket, and started it up. Red watched Lakota drive it all the way to where Zemora had directed to be the police station. She then stopped it. "Alright, we'll leave him on the outside, and then get out of here.". Red murmured. Lakota and Leo grabbed Flint's body, and dropped him right at the door of the police station. Thankfully, no one was there outside in that little village. "Also, here's a little payback.". Lakota kicked Flint in a certain area, and then hopped back in the jeep. Leo rolled his eyes. Red grinned, and jumped in the jeep. Leo got in the jeep as well. Lakota started the jeep, and drove back to Zemora. "We catched the Poacher!". Red was proud.
Chapter Forty, Leo: Goodbye, Zemora
Leo smiled, and hugged only some of Zemora. She was so huge. Lakota did as well. Arliss nuzzled Zemora's legs, and Mr. Fuzzybottoms rubbed on her, swishing his tail back and fourth. Red gave her the biggest hug, and Zemora nuzzled them all with her trunk. "Thank you so much! I couldn't of saved my family without you three. You're the best!". Zermora grinned at them. "It was no trouble! I'll miss you the most, Zemora.". Red admitted. "I'll miss you too! So much!". Zemora said in the bitter sweet moment. "G-goodbye..". Lakota, Arliss, Leo, and Mr. Fuzzybottom's said together. "Farewell, Zemora.". Red said tearfully. Red seems to have grown attached to the elephant. Just like Lakota and Zhang. And..me and Suka. "Goodbye, my friends!". Zemora murmured. Leo, Red, Lakota, Arliss, and Mr. Fuzzybottoms turned to leave. This was our last quest besides going home. We did it. 
Chapter Forty One, Lakota: Back to, America 
"One..two..go!". Lakota yelped. Lakota ran, passing the people at the airport. She hoped into the open back of it, with all the bags, suitcases, and crates. She sat down, all the way in the back. Now'll be no way for them to find us. Leo sat down, along with Red, Arliss, and Mr. Fuzzybottoms. She was very worried for Leo though. He seemed to be getting sick from the coldness, now that it was winter in America. She hoped he would be okay. "At least we can go back home now. I guess we should go back to our homes.". Red murmured. "What!?". Lakota was in shock. "Well..yeah. We don't have any where else to go besides back to our homes. We could each make our own lies, or rather excuses on how we left.". Leo nodded to Red. It's true. "Mabye for you! But not for me!". Lakota snapped. "My father is mentally, and some physically, abusive! I can't go to a so-called 'home'! Go back to your's, but don't get me into this!". Lakota walked off, far out of their sight. Arliss growled at Leo and Red. "You two should be ashamed of yourselves!". He snapped, running after Lakota. Lakota sat. I can't believe them! I don't know what to do. We just have to go back to America. 
Chapter Forty Two, Red: You don't know how long I've been looking for you Three 
Red had just gotten away from the airport. I know we have to leave each other soon, but I really don't want to leave my friends. The rainbow ball then appeared. "Let's go!". Leo murmured. They followed after the light. I hope we'll get where ever we have to go soon. They had walked for many hours. "I'm exhausted.". Lakota sighed. "Me too.". Red agreed. "Yeah yeah. You're just tired, but I'm probably going to die from the cold!". Leo grunted. Poor Leo. I hope he lives. Red stopped. Wait a minute..we've been here before. He then realized where they were. They were at were they first met. Where Universe's was. "Hello! I see you have completed the last two quests, besides the other one, that is more of a reward for ya'll. I want to thank you so much! You went from Mayfield Indiana, to China, to Alaska, to Africa, and then back! You have saved two populations!". Universe congratulated them. "Yes. Now, what is the last thing you were talking about?". Lakota asked. "You'll see!". Universe beamed. What does he mean? Universe's voice was gone now, and they couldn't hear it. Then, they heard a happy female voice behind them. It was a female voice. "You don't know how long I've been looking for you three.". 
Chapter Forty Three, Leo: Wolves and Siblings 
He turned towards the voice. It was a big wolf, who was grey and white, with tinges of black. "Who are you?". Leo asked, skeptical. Lakota grinned. "A wolf..". She whispered happily. "I'm Kohana. Let's just say..I'm the last part of your quest.". Kohana, the she-wolf spoke. "Well, what's your problem?". Red asked. I don't trust this wolf. Wait, oh Leo! I'm a hypocrite! I used to think I was like a wolf, misunderstood, and I'm being rude! "You'll see. Follow me.". Kohana looked like she was going to cry tears of joy. I wonder why? Leo followed Kohana. "I've never seen a wolf before. I do know I come from them though.". Arliss whispered to Leo. "Same...I mean, about never seeing a wolf.". Leo agreed quickly. Kohana led them to a cave. "What are we doing here?". Red asked. Kohana then sat down. "To meet your destiny. This is your gift. Family.". Kohana grinned. "What?". Leo, Red, Lakota, Arliss, and Mr. Fuzzybottoms all said together. A wolf who resembled Kohana appeared, except he was a tiny bit shorter, and his fur was all black. "Juniper. I'm here. They're here. It's time.". Kohana murmured to the male wolf, who went by the name, Juniper. What is this? "I am Juniper. This is going to be a lot to take in. But I'm just so happy to finally see my sons and daughter. 
Chapter Forty Four, Lakota: Our family 
Lakota gasped. "What!?". Is he trying to say me, Leo, and Red are siblings!? And Juniper is our dad!? "Yes. I'm your father. Lakota, Leo, Red, you are all siblings. Kohana is your aunt. You're most likely in disbelief. The reason we are different species, is because when you were pups, I made you into humans with my magical powers, because I knew you were going to save the world someday.". Juniper told them, looking them straight in the eyes. Lakota felt over whelmed. This is just a dream! "No! That's not true! What about our real families huh!?". Lakota yelped. Red and Leo nodded, wanting answers. "They were more of foster families. But with my powers I made it so they thought, all the humans thought, you were biological.". Juniper sighed. "This is too much!". Red whimpered. Mabye Juniper is telling the truth. After all that's happened, I can't be too surprised. "Let me show you something.". Juniper spoke, walking towards the back of the cave, Kohana sitting at the front still. I wonder where he's taking us. Juniper lead them all the way in the back, and sat down. Lakota cocked her head. "But..where's our mom, if you're our dad?". Leo asked. A flinch of pain flashed in Juniper's eyes. "She-She died..while giving birth to you three.". Juniper murmured. What!? If this is my real family, Then I caused my own mother's death! Lakota felt she was about to cry now. Leo groaned. "Of course.". He snapped. Red frowned. Arliss growled low. "Prove that you're their family.". "Oh, I will.". Juniper murmured. 
Chapter Forty Five, Red: Our True Forms 
Red watched. He can't be my family. I don't even know him. "It is time for proof, and for you to come to your true form.". Juniper placed his paws in the air. Lakota, Leo, and Red watched him. He then snapped his claw, and placed his paw back, staring up at them. What is this? Lakota then felt weird. She got lifted in the air. "Wooah!". Lakota gasped. "This is very weird!". Red whimpered, being in the air too. Leo was also in the air. Then, the bright light shown. It got so bright that Lakota, Leo, and Red closed their eyes. Arliss and Mr. Fuzzybottoms looked away, not being able to see the bright light. What is this doing? What did Juniper mean? Then, Lakota, Leo, and Red were on the ground again. Lakota looked at Red and Leo, but didn't find them. Instead, she saw a dark black wolf with a white paw, brown eyes, and a brown and white wolf, with hazel eyes. Where's Red and Leo!? Lakota looked down at her hands, but she saw white paws. She gasped, along with Red and Leo. They ran out of the cave, and each looked in the river, and saw their reflection. They were wolves. Lakota noticed she was a white, grey, and black wolf, with dark brown eyes. She shook her head in disbelief, running back to Juniper and Kohana in the cave. Arliss smiled at Lakota. "You're a wolf!". Arliss yipped. "And you all look so good!". Mr. Fuzzybottoms complimented. "Thanks. I can't believe it, but, mabye this is better than human life. I mean, I can live in the wild better now. And..I have a true family.". Lakota grinned. Red nodded in agreement. "I'll stay here. But, Kohana, and Juniper-Dad, do we just stay in the cave?". Leo cocked his head. "Well..you won't be seeing me as much.". Juniper sighed. "What!?". Lakota, Leo, and Red said together. "But we just found you!". Lakota whined. "I'm an outcast.". 
Chapter Forty Six, Leo: Meeting the pack. 
"I can't say why, but don't worry. Everyday, you three, along with the cat and dog, will come here, and I'll give you lessons on being a wolf.". Juniper sighed. "In the meantime, you'll stay in Kohana's pack. I'll see you tomorrow, my pups. Goodbye". Juniper dipped his head. "G-Goodbye..". Leo, Lakota, and Red murmured together. Leo turned to leave with a sigh. This is okay, I guess. I just feel terrible. Leo shivered and coughed, feeling sick. "Let's go.". Kohana said, rising to her paws, and leaving the den. Lakota, Leo, Red, Mr. Fuzzybottoms, and Arliss decided to talk. " This is something.". Mr. Fuzzybottoms hissed. "I know..". Lakota agreed. I hope I'll get better, but..I can't let the others know my pain. They'll think I'm weak, and try and get me all soft. Leo kept walking until he saw a clearing. It was full of land, bushes, herbs, flowers, dens, and a huge tall rock. Wolves stared at him. "My pack. These are my brother's long lost pups. They have come to stay with us. And a cat and a dog that helped 'raise' them when they were pups. As you can see, they are middlers right now, but they will be trusty hunters someday.". Kohana spoke to the pack. Leo looked around. They're were so many wolves. Some ginger ones, some black ones, some white and grey ones, some brown and black ones, and even sandy colored ones. "I say welcome.". Said a ginger male. "These are, Lakota, Leo, and Red.". Kohana explained. Leo heard some dogs murmur things that sounded positive. Leo then coughed a lot. A she-wolf ran up to him. "That cough? Oh no! You have wilting bark! You could die from that, but thankfully, you can't spread it to other pack mates. ". A she-wolf barked. She had a ginger pelt, and green eyes. She snatched up some type of herb. "This is Marshmallow Root!". She showed him the plant, and opened Leo's mouth with his paws, and scooped the goo off of the plant into his mouth. "Now, swallow.". Leo swallowed. "Th-Thank you.". "You got this from too much of cold, but with some rest, you should be okay. Oh, and I'm Minty, by the way.". The ginger she-wolf named Minty murmured. Leo nodded, along with Lakota and Red. In the back, Leo locked eyes with a gorgeous sandy colored she-wolf. His eyes felt warm and light as he looked at her. She playfully rolled her eyes at him, and turned away, father in the crowd of wolves, where he couldn't see her. He sighed. I guess I'll be meeting the pack. 
Chapter Forty Seven, Lakota: History and learning 
It had been a week ago since they arrived at the pack. Leo, Lakota, and RedLakota looked around the pack. "You can all get back to your duties now.". Kohana spoke, then walking, and sitting on the huge tall rock. I guess that's her 'great rock. Lakota sat down beside a bush, getting used to walking as a wolf. She wondered who she would meet. She saw a brown and white he-wolf. He looked strong, and he was huge. He glared at Lakota. Lakota didn't like the looks of him at all. Don't judge a book by it's cover! She scolded herself. She saw a grey and white ginger male. He looked about her age. He was kinda cute. She wished she had the guts to talk to him, but she couldn't. "Hi! I'm Beckket!". A brown and white she-wolf hoped over to Lakota. "I'm very friendly, so get used to me being your friend.". She giggled. "Oh, hi. I'm..Lakota.". Lakota nodded. She's super friendly. "Oh, looking at Tennessee aye? He's the most popular middler.". Beckket grinned. "What's..a..middler?". Lakota murmured slowly, taking all this in. "A middler is wolves our age. We are right under a adult. There's hunters, which are adults, middlers, who are us, pups, who are young pups, Alpha male and Alpha female, like Kohana.". Beckket told Lakota. Wait..where's the Alpha male? "Uh, I never saw a Alpha male? Where is he?". Lakota asked. Beckket's eyes widened, and she sighed, dipping her head. She looked back up at Lakota. "A long time ago, Alpha Kohana, had a mate. His name was Finn, or rather, Alpha Finn. They loved each other so much. I never got to see him sadly, because he was already dead years before I was born. Anyways, they were unstoppable. No one could break their bond. But he was killed. We don't know how. Only Alpha Kohana knows what happened to him, and she won't tell.". Beckket explained. "That sucks. Poor Alpha.". Lakota sighed. 
Chapter Forty Eight, Red: Now we have a traitor 
Red stretched a week and a few days ago, they had finally came back to their real family of wolves. Red, Leo, and Lakota were with Juniper. He was teaching them how to hunt. Red slowly crept up on the rabbit. He snatched it quickly, shook it, snapping it's neck, and killing it. "I got it!". Red beamed. "Awesome!". Juniper grinned. "You did great!". He encouraged his son. I'm so excited! I finally got my first kill after Leo and Lakota got like fifty! I love this! "I'll bring it back to the pack for sure, but we have to go home now.". Red told Juniper, Lakota and Leo nodding. "Of course..but I have something to tell you. Me and Kohana had the same dream. Or rather a vision. A wolf in your pack..is a traitor..". Juniper frowned. "What!?". Leo, Lakota, and Red who yelped together. "Yes..someone is going to get sick, or die. I don't know what, or who, but something is going to happen. Kohana didn't tell you and I wasn't allowed to tell you that..". Juniper sighed. But Leo, Lakota, and Red had already ran, their prey in their jaws. How could he basically lie to us!? They ran back to camp, hearing yelps. "No! He's gone!". Minty cried. "Everyone, calm down!". Kohana snapped. "What, happened?!". Lakota snarled. "Fleck, a he-wolf you didn't know..has been murdered.". Beckket told her with a frown. "And no one knows who did it, correct?". "Yes. It's a shame.". Red listened in on the conversation. "I hope we'll get to the bottom of this. Beckket, we'll need your help.". Red murmured. Beckket nodded. "We need help from someone else too. She's great at mysteries.". Beckket told them. Now..we have a traitor. 
Chapter Forty Nine, Leo: A team to take em' down 
Leo sighed. He was on a hunt with Lakota and Red, and with Juniper watching them. Hopefully soon, we can go back to solving the murder. Lakota sniffed the ground. "There's rabbits blood here. We should follow it.". Lakota told the boys, trotting after the scent and blood smear. Leo followed her. He wasn't really looking, more of looking down at his paws. Then, he heard a loud boom and yelp. He looked up, at there was a bunch of glass shards of the ground, and Lakota had almost been in them. "Someone, on top of that cliff, poured them on top of me!". Lakota snarled. "They-they tried to kill you!". Leo snarled too, mad. "How could they!?". Red yelped, mad. They better not touch her. I'll kill them! "You have to go back to the pack! Quick! We don't need you dying on us!". Juniper called after them. "Bye! We'll see you later!". Lakota dashed off back to the pack site. Red snatched up the two squirrels they caught, and was following Lakota, along with Leo. "Alpha! Someone pushed a bunch of glass shards over me, and tried to kill me!". Lakota yelped to Kohana, as they reached camp. Kohana frowned. "This is too much. And..Minty, our healer, has been murdered.". Kohana sighed. "The killer is taking too many lives, and trying to take more. We need someone to go on a mission, and find the killer.". Kohana groaned. "I've already got one.". Beckket said to them. "Lakota, our brains. Leo, our strength. Red, our trickster. Beckke, Arliss, and Mr. Fuzzybottoms, our spies. And introducing, Blare, our total bad-fur! Together, we'll take em' down!". 
Chapter Fifty, Lakota: Flying Trio, Fluffy paws, and Flack Troop 
Lakota got all the group together. Blare was the she-wolf Lakota noticed Leo was looking at a lot. I wonder why. And Lakota knew who everyone else was, which was good. She hoped everything would work out. "Okay, so I've been at camp the hole time, so the suspects would have to be Tennessee, Bliss, Fleece, Padmin, Flower, and Stream. They were the only ones away from camp. So, we should watch out for them.". Beckket told them. "That's true. I say we make teams.". Leo suggested. "Yeah! Lakota, me, and Red, can be team 1, and be called Flying Trio. Arliss and Mr. Fuzzybottoms can be team 2, and be called Fluffy Paws. And the last team, is Blare and Leo, team 3, and be called Flack Troop. Alright teams, let's discuss our jobs! Now, all together..one two..". Beckket told them. "Team!". They all barked together 
Chapter Fifty One, Red: The Spying 
Red was on the first team, the Flying Trio. They're job was to think of smart ways to lie and be spies. "Okay, let's follow Stream around, and see where she goes.". Red told them. They sat down, just talking about hunting and causal stuff, as they saw Stream leave camp. They slowly followed her. I wonder if she is the killer, or not. Stream went past the territory line, and Red smelled the ground. This is where Stream had been coming everyday. Stream sat down, and cried. "Oh father. I miss you too much. If only you were here with me". She cried. So this is where she went everyday. She is seeing her father's grave. Red sat beside her, and she was startled. "I'm so sorry, Stream..". He muttered. "What are you doing here!?". Stream snapped. "I was hunting.". Red replied. "Oh..". Stream muttered. "Do you wanna be friends? We could talk after I'm done with hunting if you'd like?". Red cocked his head. "Oh..sure. I'd like some company.". Stream nodded. "Okay! I'll see you later! Bye!". Red rose to his paws and ran back to Lakota and Beckket. "What was that?". Beckket asked. "That's Red. Always making friends with his charm.". Lakota rolled her eyes. "Okay, who do we spy on next?". Red asked. "Tennessee, and then we'll have to let the other teams do their jobs.". Lakota answered. Spying, just my thing!
 Chapter Fifty Two, Leo: Interrogation gone wrong 
Leo and Blare had to do their part. "We have to interrogate Fleece and Bliss, so, how should we do it?". Leo asked. "How should I know Mooncalf?". Blare scoffed. Jeez, she's feisty. "Uh, I know what Mooncalf means y'know.". Leo growled. "Good, Mooncalf.". Blare murmured, almost playfully. "Can you stop calling me that?". Leo groaned. "Awh, gonna cry Mooncalf?". Blare teased. She's so annoying in a way. But, I admire it. I don't know why, but I do. "Let's just go.". Leo sighed. Blare was already ahead of him, following Fleece out of the camp. Leo rolled his eyes, and followed Blare. Fleece walked slowly. Did he know they were following him? He then turned his head around. Leo dropped to the ground. Oh crap! Blare whipped around, and fell on top of him. They're faces were in front of each other. Leo's face turned red. Blare blinked, but she quickly got off. Blare's face was a little red, but Leo looked like a tomato. Blare noticed to redness on his cheeks. "Oh, don't flatter yourself.". Blare rolled her eyes playfully, and got up, and went back to following Fleece. Fleece kept walking, and was in front of a bunch of trees. He quickly looked back. "Leo?". He asked. No! We got caught! Leo didn't answer, but looked at Blare. Blare looked at Leo. "Get him.". She said. "No! You're the killers!". Fleece yelped, turning to run. Leo tackled Fleece, and pinned him down. "Stay down! We're making sure you're not the killer!". Leo snapped. "I-I!". Fleece tried to say. Blare snapped her teeth right in front of Fleece's face. Fleece flinched. "Tell us where you've been. Do it! DO IT!". Blare screeched, her voice strong and scary. Fleece broke down in tears. "Me and Flower..have been with each other secretly. We love each other, and we have to keep it secret..". Fleece admitted through tears of fear. Flower ran over. She yelped. "Don't kill him, murderers!". Leo and Blare shook their heads. "No. We were making sure he wasn't the killer!". Leo let Fleece go, and Blare kept her mouth shut. Fleece quickly got up, and ran away with Flower. "Well..that was a fail..". Leo sighed. "Come on Mooncalf.". Blare grunted, getting to her feet. That name's starting to grow on me. And..so is Blare.
 Chapter Fifty Three, Lakota: We're trying to save the pack 
Lakota sat in the packsite again with all the teams. "Tennessee, Padmin, and Bliss are the only wolves who could be the possible killers.". Beckket murmured. Kohana went up to them. "We have reports, of what you've all been doing. Spying is wrong! We can not spy! You need to stop.". Kohana growled. What? "I have to keep my family and packmates safe. You need to stay at camp the hole time. Wolves leaving are what causes death for them.". Kohana whispered to them. She then walked back to her rock. That's so unfair! I can't believe Kohana. We are trying to save her pack. Lakota knew those thoughts were in all of their heads. "We have to save the pack. I-I can't let them die, whether they accept a dog or not.". Arliss growled. "They should let us do our job.". Mr. Fuzzybottom sighed."I know. It's just annoying.". Lakota agreed with them. We're trying to save the pack!
 Chapter Fifty Four, Red: A scream 
It had been a week since Kohana told them they weren't allowed to go find the killer. Red went out hunting with Arliss and Mr. Fuzzybottoms. He had been very bored lately. "I hope the killer gets found. I know it's dumb to be out and about, but, we're searching for the killer. That's a good reason..right?". Red cocked his head. "That's true.". Arliss nodded. "I don't know who the killer is..but we need to find him or her. I'm tired of death.'. Mr. Fuzzybottoms sighed. "I don't like any of this. Our lives are in danger, and we're not even allowed to solve the mystery.". Arliss was so angry. This is annoying. I just want this to be over. Red then heard some yells. He gasped. He ran towards the sound, Arliss and Mr. Fuzzybottoms following. "Let's go!". 
Chapter Fifty Five, Leo: The Traitor 
Leo and Blare were hunting. Leo had asked her to go on a hunt with her, and she agreed. He felt like he really liked her. They were always going to do stuff together, and his feelings kept growing stronger. He then heard a twig crack. They're was another wolf. He and Blare looked at each other. "The traitor?". They asked together. Leo followed the sound, Blare beside him. They kept walking, and stopped. They were cornered. Fear rippled through Leo. "Well..well well. You and your friends were right to be looking for me.". A wolf smiled. It was Bliss. He was a brown and white he-wolf. What does he mean? "Wait..does that mean..you're the traitor?". Leo asked. "Correct! Do you win a prize?". Bliss growled. "How could you!? This pack did everything for you! You deceiving evil little cockroach!". Blare snapped. "Oh, my pretty, don't frett. There's enough of my killing for all of you.". Bliss smirked. "Why are you doing this!?". Leo asked. "Because, You stole everything. Your mother, Layla, fell in love with your stupid father! She was mine! And then, you and your demon siblings killed her! Now, it's time for revenge! I've been waiting for you three to come back, and now, I can do my plan, and kill you all!". Bliss cackled. Bliss kept walking, and Leo kept walking back. "And now, I'm going to kill yo-". There was a loud bang, and Bliss fell to the ground. "That felt good.". It was Blare. She had knocked him in the head, and saved Leo's life. Leo nuzzled her surprisingly. "Thank you.". 
Chapter Fifty Six, Lakota: The Battle 
Lakota met up with Leo, Blare, and the rest. "So..Bliss..was the killer. We have to tell Alpha! Now!". Lakota yelped. They all nodded, and ran towards the packsite. "Kohana! Bliss is the--". Lakota tried to say. "Traitor.". Bliss smiled. He was sitting down, with loads of wolves Lakota had never seen before behind him. "I'v been waiting to kill you three, for years. You took away Layla, and killed your own mother. And now, I will kill..you all.". Bliss grinned. "No! How could you!?". Kohana couldn't believe it. "Oh believe it. How do you think I killed your precious mate?". Bliss said in a laugh. Kohana's eyes widened. Oh no! This..This isn't right! "Pack..kill!". Bliss roared to his pack of wolves. "Pack, fight!". Kohana howled. Lakota ran to a small she-wolf. She clawed her face, while the she-wolf clawed her stomach. Leo bitten a wolf in the face, and savagely tore their body. Juniper, who had just appeared, went to Bliss, along with Kohana. "Let's kill him sis. It's time we get our revenge.". Juniper said to Kohana. Kohana nodded. Juniper and Kohana lunged on top of Bliss. Bliss savagely bit and mauled them. Red fought with a he-wolf, who was way bigger than him. Blare fought with a dark he-wolf, and Beckket fought with two other wolves. The hole packs were fighting, and killing. Lakota killed her attacker. She couldn't believe it. She then lunged on another wolf, biting ruthlessly. This is The Battle.
 Chapter Fifty Seven, Red: I have done my purpose, I have loved my family, and I will always watch over you 
Red fought as much as he could. He saw Bliss, walk over him, and scratch a huge open hole in Red's stomach. Blood poured. Pain seared. It was the worst pain he ever felt. Red..you're to big for this world. Your heart is too pure. I can't fight. I can't do this. I have done my purpose. I have loved and been there for Lakota and Leo. For Mr. Fuzzybottoms, and Arliss. I will always love you. But it's my time. I will always watch over you. Goodbye, my loves..
 Chapter Fifty Eight, Leo: The battle is over, but they're all dead 
Leo killed two wolves already. He got up, gasping for air. He heard a loud scream. A huge wolf was standing over Blare. He was going to kill her. No! You'll never touch her! Leo lunged on the wolf, mauling and killing him. Blare looked at him and nuzzled him. "You saved my life..thank you..". Blare looked at him in the eyes. He stared back, blinking. But, it was time to get back to battle. Leo looked all around. Everyone was dead, except Lakota, Red, Blare, Beckket, Juniper, Kohana, Bliss, Arliss, Mr. Fuzzybottoms, and himself. Juniper and Red were lying on the ground in pools of blood. Kohana made one last scream, and killed Bliss. She was gasping for breath. They all were. Everyone limped over to Red and Juniper. "Are you two gonna live!? Please don't die on us!". Lakota yelped. "I love you all..". Red murmured. "Yes..I love you all too.". Juniper croacked. Red and Juniper then went limp. They were gone. Lakota burst into tears, Arliss, and Mr. Fuzzybottoms in a cuddle of support and crying. No..this can't be real! My brother! My father! Dead! He cried into Blare's chest, who's mouth was open in shock. Kohana cried, giving herself support. Beckket sniffled. "The battle is over, but they're all dead..". Is the only thing Beckket managed to whimper. Will we still live? 
 Chapter Fifty Nine, Lakota: A Close family, a love blooming, and friendships growing 
Lakota remembered the day. It had been a few days ago since they had they're battle, and lost Juniper..and even Red. They stayed at they're home, and were now all leaving, to live as lone wolves. This is it. We're going to live our lives together. Goodbye, life that taught me so much. Lakota got to her paws, Arliss and Beckket beside her. "Are we ready?". Kohana asked, Mr. Fuzzybottoms rubbing against her, now becoming her friend. "I think so.". Blare nodded, snuggled with Leo. "Let's go now. We will live our lives as lone wolves. Without Leo. Without Juniper. Without any of the others. This is the end of this time, but not truly the end, right?". Leo asked. "Right. Just the end of a part. A huge part, that is. Red and Juniper are watching us now. And we're going to live our lives together, and forever.". Lakota said. They all looked up at the sky, and howled, so long and loud. They were a family. With Love and Loss. This is it. The last of it. Now having to live ours lives alone. Going place to place, helping others as we can, like the lone wolves we are. They were different than others, but they're story was truly a Magical and Wild tale. 
The end. 
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