Strange thing had been going on the past days. Really strange things. There was the fight between Judas and Mitanni, the day Malice had gotten her scar that still stung to this day. Then there was the day she awoke with a strange feeling and mated with the yearling Issun. He wasn't fully matured yet, so offspring was impossible. Yet she still wondered, what if she were to get pregnant? What if her animal instinct drove her to do it again? 

The thought of getting pregnant made her sick when she crawled out of the den, yet the strange feeling remained. She went to the small stream in Phantom Hollow again to cleanse her wound and to drink something. She thought about checking on Mitanni, as she was still wounded and needed some girl love, but something drove her to leave Phantom Hollow.

One pale yellow eye scanned the area as she left her home. She would go back, she was sure of it, but she needed some alone time, away from all the drama. She wondered where she should go today, because frankly, she didn't have a plan. She just felt confused by everything, and it seemed all the little things were pissing her off. Like when Judas refused to eat the food she had brought to him. She was ready to fucking murder his ass at that moment. She began walking, changing directions a few times before settling on the path to the Greatwater Lake. Perhaps Cicero would be there or something and she could tell her awesome story about how a traitor made it into her pack. Well, wouldn't that be nice, as long as her weird feelings didn't get to her again.

She reached the lake soon after, but there was no bi-colored eyed weirdo around. Oh well, better luck next time, she thought as she reached the waters to drink something. The cool liquid streamed down her throat as she drunk it, eyes closed, but still aware of her surroundings.

Light footsteps approaching made the female snap her head up, still calm, and let out a low growl as a warning for anyone approaching her. The one who had the guts to come closer let out a low sound, one that made her heat up from the inside somehow, and she thought she recognized the voice. However the being that was around didn't care. It came closer, maybe too close for comfort, but as soon as Malice turned around, she understood. Well, sort of. She didn't know why her role model was here, but it made sense that he thought he could just approach her. However, these were neutral grounds, so the queen wasn't scared of him.

Oh, if Cogitemus would've seen this, he'd be crazy mad. A stranger to him, sniffing out his queen in heat. Well, that was if he still cared. But Malice didn't give a damn about him anymore. He was gone, and he wasn't welcome to return. He had wanted pups, but Malice had different plans. Maybe that's why he left.

Instinct took her over, and while her mind was still clear enough to see the fact this was Burke of all wolves, she didn't mind. She just wanted to get closer to her neighbors. Being a good neighbor was her top priority right now, a good neighbor to the older yet still oddly charming male. She let out a soft whine, scooting over to him to get closer. A little voice in her head told her it was wrong, but to hell with that fucking voice.

Malice had adored the older male ever since they met. A weird adoration like for an older yet young teacher. She couldn't explain it really. Nor could she explain the weird tingling in her belly and the stars that danced every time she closed her eyes. All pain, all emotion washed away at that moment, only leaving a lustful beast.

He came closer and, unlike Issun, checked her flower out without asking for permission. She could feel his touches were that of an experienced man and it send shivers down her spine. Malice forgot about the world around them, only wanting one thing right now. She didn't know how it could be possible for her to attract both Issun and Burke all of the sudden, nor did she care. As the male licked her, she could only care about one thing. That thing was a desire to give herself to the leader of the Dark Brotherhood. As much as she had liked his touches, what came next scared her at first. Was she really doing this? Fuck yeah she was.

She felt him grab on to her, both with his paws and his mouth. It was similar to what Issun had done, just a little heavier and more experienced. When Issun had grabbed her at her scruff, it had indeed hurt her, but this time she didn't feel anything. She closed her eyes, ready for the sensation that was to come. The sensation she so utterly longed for.  

As soon as he entered her, she let out a playful yelp. This time, the male she was doing it with could aim. For a moment, the thought of having Burke's pups flashed through her head, but that would never happen. This was mindless fun, of course there would be no chance of her getting pregnant, right? The thought scared her, so she pushed it away and started focusing on the sensation in her lower zone.

Panting, she let him take her. The reason behind it wasn't present, nor was Malice at this point. The pain from her scar went away, as well as the hard grab of Burke on her scruff. All that was left was the shell of Malice, now getting claimed by one she first feared. She felt him finish and the thought of carrying his offspring penetrated her mind once again. The pleasure ebt away and she was left feeling disgusting as they were stuck together. She panted heavily, both in panic and exhaustion.

Then he spoke for the first time in this "meeting". His words were almost cruel, but that was only if his words happened to be true. They were not. Cog had left, and of course he couldn't know. Only the Moonlit Wolves knew of it. No...mate. She panted, tired and full of shame. You just claimed a widow. She said, a wicked grin growing on her muzzle. She didn't know why, but she was amused by the fact that he didn't know.

These were the most awkward yet most fun moments she had ever experienced. Being tied to Burke while talking about the man that had left her. Geez, what an amazing thing to tell the children one day. Wait what? No, no, no there would be no puppies at all. She refused, she double refused. She didn't know anything about raising a bunch of squirming little things, let alone be a good mother. And with Burke being the father then, oh boy, things couldn't go more wrong.

Not at all. She replied bluntly, not knowing what to say with the fear of children going through her mind. I'm over it though. She said, sounding more confident than she actually was. For how long would they be stuck together like this? It already seemed like an eternity. and with every passing minute, things were becoming more and more awkward.

The thing he said next surprised her. In heat? She asked herself out loud. Was that why she was feeling so weird? It never crossed her mind, nor did she know much about it. She only knew that when females went in heat, they could have puppies... Oh shit. She was panicking now, actually wanting to run right now, but she couldn't. She wanted to retreat inside her den and never come out. This couldn't be happening. Wait, you don't think we... She didn't even finish her sentence as shock overtook her. The male's sort of funny remark even went right over her head as she was silenced by the fact that she may have Burke's fucking pups.

Finally, the topic of Cogitemus was gone. She even sighed in relief, with maybe a bit of her worry about becoming a mother too. It couldn't be that bad, right? Maybe it would even be enjoyable, a few little things crawling around in her lonely den. Her ears perked up with the calming words from Burke. She stopped moving, well at least tried to.

It's not. She informed, steady and strong, no sign of lying. And she wasn't lying. Why would she lie about something so stupid? Yeah, maybe it would shock him and make him all awkward and stuff, but it wasn't worth it. Slowly but surely, she was beginning to hope she was pregnant. Maybe just to fuck Burke over, or maybe to proof she was a better mother than her own. The more she thought about it, the lesser of a problem it seemed. 

Next came a rant from Burke that she shouldn't have left home, but Malice couldn't agree with him. If she hadn't, she would've never been a good neighbor, now would she? Besides, this was the perfect opportunity to get the packs closer together. And if he didn't want that, she would raise the offspring on her own. She was sure Sage or any other Moonlit wolf would want to help. Who said I didn't want them? She responded, looking over her shoulder the best she could, a smirk on her muzzle.

Burke soft snorts were kind of hilarious to Malice, being stuck together like this made everything funny. Oh look a flower, hahahaha. Yeah, that was kind of what was going on inside her mind. Burke was being Burke again, saying how it "wouldn't work and she might not even be pregnant and bladiebla." Oh sorry, you try to be stuck to someone you barely know in the middle of fucking nowhere... She murmured under her breath, probably soft enough for Burke not to hear. Maybe it was a weird fetish of his, who could tell really.

It was just moments after they were freed, but Malice wasn't quite done with him yet. As soon as he got off her, she was hungry for more, whether it'd be Burke or not. When he began licking himself, Malice couldn't help herself from walking up to him, panting like a hungry beast. Why would it be only this once? Her border duties were over and he seemed to have some time off too. She started darting around him, her movements as graceful as ever, trying to present herself again for him. Why this once then? She whispered in a seducing voice, circling closer and closer to him until she could almost touch him.

Malice couldn't help but chuckle when seeing Burke's suspicious face. It was a short, small and feminine chuckle. It really couldn't offend anyone, unless Burke was secretly not as calm as he presented himself. Him talking back to her talking back to him talking was kinda risky for Burke, but she decided to let it slide. Besides, it wasn't going to help her in her quest to have his pups.

She just circled around him while he was talking, touching her muzzle to his body once in a while. Them having pups together might cause some uproar in both packs, but the deed had already been done. While the chance of her being pregnant wasn't that big, the chance was still there. They were both to blame really, and Malice wouldn't mind to do wrong again and again here. Of course you would get to see them. What was she, a bitch? well, yeah, but not that kind. They'll be ours, and I won't let anyone claim me again... She said in her honey sweet voice. That is if you want another round... She added, stopping in front of him, eyes going over the older man.

Of course he wasn't convinced. Malice herself wasn't even convinced. But everything was worth a shot. Especially something as pleasureful as this. Perhaps it could work out great. While they were still pups, they would stay in Phantom Hollow and maybe Burke would even come and visit them. And when they were old enough, they could chose whether they would want to go to Blackfeather Woods or stay in Phantom Hollow. Was she overthinking this? Probably. But Seb had said he was a good father now, and she believed it to be true. Oh come on, it's worth a shot... She tried, blinking her eyes with a sexy pouty lip.

Malice knew he had one child, a child that thought his father hated him. So when he mentioned one in particular, she kept her mouth shut tight. She had promised not to speak about Seb's pack. So, she would avoid the topic all together. She may not act it, but she was a woman worth her words. A few more wouldn't hurt anyone... She tried again, almost nuzzling him at this point.

It seemed she was getting to him. Perfect. While his tone sounded threatening, fear had no place inside Malice anymore. She was pure lust right now, and he would have to deal with it. And then she broke him. a voice in her head screamed; Nailed it! but she wasn't going to say it out loud. Instead, she turned her entrance toward him, looking over her shoulder with a wicked smirk that said; Well, what are you waiting for then? 

The wicked smirk stayed on her muzzle as he jumped atop her once more. This time, she didn't care about him grabbing her hard on her scruff. Hell, she only got more aroused by it. Soft whimpers turned into small groans as their second dance progressed. Somehow, he topped his first performance. No male could top him, that was for sure, and she wouldn't dare let her lust get to her again.

Who couldn't? She responded, whining and panting at the same time. She sure as hell did in this moment. Oh boy, these were going to be some rough months. Did she care right now? Not really. As long as they were dancing, she had no worries. For now, all she could focus on were the stars dancing when she closed her eyes again, and the pounding of her role model behind her.

A good bond with your neighbors was always good. And this proofed itself true with the pleasure from the second time. She didn't feel guilty, like when the yearling had suddenly taken her, nor did she feel filthy. She almost felt proud of her achievements today. Her sort of meant comment was taken and she was "punished" for it with just more pleasure. Understandable, but hey, this heat thing gave her a lot more confidence.

It took longer for him to finish again, but this time they both didn't have to say all too much. Just the regular smalltalk, or maybe even less than that. Nature was so awkward at times. But who was she to argue with mother nature? Finally, they were freed again, and Malice couldn't help but lay down as soon as he got off of her. A sort of mean comment was thrown at her, but Malice didn't think much of it. You're stoic, you know that? She returned, panting and not even looking at him. Aaand, back to more serious stuff than bickering.

Probably the truth... I mean, they will know eventually that it was you. Besides, I'm not one to lie. She said, a puzzled look on her face. Will they even want her back in? Yes, yes of course, they'd be lost without her. Or would they? Sage was a capable leader, so maybe she would take over. But Malice wouldn't let that happen. She hoped.

The male snorted again, and Malice almost couldn't hold in a chuckle. It was good for them to spend some time together. It seemed he wasn't all that bad. Maybe that was her confidence speaking, but she truly thought he wasn't a bad guy. Just a broken soul really. She remembered the pained look on her father's face when he saw his mate dead, perhaps Lucifer and Burke had a lot on common. Why don't you want them to know? She asked carefully, not knowing if he would appreciate her curiosity. She turned to look at them, lifting her head up from her paws but staying close to the ground. What she saw was maybe the closest to friendly Burke had ever looked. She didn't remember him smiling like... Ever really. She almost wanted to comment that he should do it more often, but she wasn't going to tell him how to do shit.

I can't really do that, unless I hide in my den until they're born, if I am pregnant that is. Doesn't sound all that exciting so why keep it a secret? She told, watching as he got up to drink something. That was exactly what Malice actually came here to do. But instead of just a nice drink, she got claimed by her role model. What a weird day. 

She squinted her eyes when he said there was nothing valuable for them to know. Sure there must be something going on in that stoic head of his. Maybe he was always panicking, screaming, and had learned to keep it all inside. Maybe he was a brute who wanted to kill anyone and everyone in his path, but his first girlfriend had slapped that out of 'em. He could be a fucking pirate for all she knew. But she decided to let him win this argument, not wanting to break their 'close bond'.

She was kinda scared to hear he may let their children learn from the Dark Brotherhood. Seb hadn't told her much of how they handled things now, since he didn't know, but she did assume their former ways were as bad as can be. What if her pups would grow up to be a mix between the selfish brat Malice and the stoic Burke? What if she awaited the same faith as her mother? Well, there was no going back now. We'll see. For now it doesn't matter where they'll go. Besides, I think letting them chose what they want to do with themselves is a better idea. She said, pushing away her nervousness. 

Very well. I'll send one of my wolves to you once they are born. Maybe you could come and visit them. She said, but soon realized she might not birth them in Phantom Hollow. If I don't get kicked out... She added quietly.