The meeting went seemingly well, the large show of force by the swift current caused another stir of conflict in the half-breed. The pieces were falling into place now that it was coming to and end. As he trudged along in Ferdie's wake he couldn't help but feel some mild admiration for the large males actions. It was still outweighed heavily by the fact he ordered the capture of the two females, and doubly so by his apparent reaction to Red. His own feelings for the coy wolf clouding the judgement he made when he considered why anyone would threaten someone as harmless as she was.

He trotted up to the vain alpha, and in an almost uncharacteristic manner would offer a nudge under his chin, quite a task whilst walking. He waited until they were clear of their travelling companion before speaking. I know this probably isn't the best time, what with the recent drama back there back there being the border of swift current territory. I have questions, and I exp.. I hope, you'd have answers. I wonder, was holding those two prisoner really worth it? The answer would seem clear, but this was a question of character, not tactics.

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Stopping, he lowered himself to his haunches, listening intently as Ferdie spoke, the tones an inflections not lost on the halfbreed as details were made abundantly clear. His disdain even at the offered reasons was evident. He let out a long breath as he explained. He was still unhappy with the situation he had been put in and showed it accordingly in his recent, less than submissive outburst.

A moment passed when Ferdie finished and fang began to speak once more. So it's a lesson in tactics, it worked for the reasons it needed to, but failed for the reasons you wanted... He let his words linger before he continued. I can appreciate taking captives in the spur of the moment, but you can't honestly believe what you did was for their benefit in any way. Once more he let his words sit, his irritation being evident. He shifted his weight about, turning his gaze away. There is, one other thing I wish to talk about. Leaving the question for now, he waited to see if the vain male would hear him out before continuing, his own uncertainty at the next subject sparking a stall in his words as well.

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Ferdies admission of error improved Fangs opinion, along with his admission of answering to no one. He continued to struggle with his words, he dropped his head slightly, trying to think of the best way to say his next question. Eventually he settled on the direct route. Our pack-mate, Red, I would think by now you're aware of the time her and I have spent together. He lifted his head, ears falling flat as he tried to discern his alphas mood as he spoke. She explained to me her intent. Her planning on leaving. She also voiced concerns at a...threat you made. This time his golden eyes would meet the vain males as he continued.

I will likely be leaving with her. This is my choice, she did not ask it of me. With those words he turned his gaze from the larger male and continued. until that time, if it does happen, I am loyal to you and the pack understand that. I had no desire to be a part of this fiasco with swiftcurrent. I'm sure you understand my opinion on it, and when you asked, I came. Respect is a two way street in my book. The halfbreed winced, half in anticipation of His alphas less than happy reaction to his news, or comments.

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His breath caught in his throat for a moment when his alpha met his gaze, the look of resigned defeat etched in his features wasn't lost on him. Dismissing the reason as the recent issues with swiftcurrent he offered. You have had a lot to worry about His explanation caused a flash of irritation to strike the half-breed a small, guttural growl was stopped as soon as it began, a score of harsh rebuttals rushed through his mind, finally he simply offered a nod. He needed them, for opus, and winter and keeping his pack strong. I think you spend too much time focusing on the future. It was in his own nature to not concern himself with the worried of what if, the idea that others had to think about stuff like that confused him, but he did his best to adapt.

I could probably explain that to her, help her understand why you acted that way. he stopped for a moment, before a smile spread over his features. Besides, an ally from old companions is far better than an enemy. He offered, hoping that the very recent events would help him realise his meanings.

He rose and nudged the alpha gently and indicated they should be moving off, after taking a step he paused to look back at Ferdie.

You're my alpha, I wish no ill harm to you or any of my family, I will as I said, respect your wishes and choices. There's just one other thing. He left the statement waiting, letting his words sink in and hoping for some reply from the larger male.

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All at once the demeanour changed in front of him, the previously collected alpha seemed to be plucking paranoid threats from mere observations. When his lips curled and the fixed tone of his words escaped the half-breed took an instinctual step back. He was right in his words, Fang felt little 'respect' and he wasnt afraid to concede as much, but this leader offered to him very little in the way of leading, to Fang he acted much like a squalling baby crying for his mothers teat.

He dropped his previously playful actions, along with his head and tail. Hackles began to show ever so slightly as he listened to the berating babbling if this vanity stricken fool. I assure you, His words practically dripping from his mouth That I swear whilst I am here to do as you wish and as is expected. He spoke slowly, but forced, his head remaining down, both in protection of his neck, and submission to his leader. If He growled. You threaten those below you, because they defer to your future plan, you won't win respect. His own breathing was kept in forced measure as he tensed, expecting his next sentence to bring down a wrath on him. Red might flee under your disapproval and your. ..threat He practically spat the word. I however will stand here and wait your punishment. His eyes lifting, expecting a charge from the male. His next sentence ending almost in a hiss. If you have to attack us for things that could be, I'm here, but you will not harm her.

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All at once the world turned on its side, so expecting the vain alpha to charge in an attempt to further crush his insubordination that when the laugh followed he'd have fallen in shock if it wasn't for being so tense. He listened to the alphas words, for a time his guard remaining fast. A mixture of confusion and irritation spread over his own features when Ferdie claimed his 'broken heart' story. However when asked he did sit. And he listened, his features moving to a blank slate as he patiently awaited the words.

A slight exhale, a huff, as the male spoke his explanations, his apologetic tones and his wisdom not lost on the halfbreed. Convince her to stay? He shook his head, he wasn't even certain why he was defending her, let alone if he had any power to convince her to stay. He had no desire to commit to something he didn't know he could do, or wanted to do he simply dismissed the question and moved on. This, conversation. I wanted exactly what I got out of it. You ask me to follow you, and lead me into a war. You've spoken no more than a sentence since that day, and I needed to know who I was paying loyalty to. He was forced to calm, despite the time passing he was, no short moments earlier ready to defend himself against this male. You pulled us into this conflict, and were any of us hurt or killed defending the pack, defending your honour, what happens then? Your pride further being insulted by the actions of a xenophobic pack that chased you and your beta out was the reason for this conflict. He took a breath, framing his words to Follow Would you have felt guilty, would you have weeped in remorse if Ame, Summer, red, or even myself had fallen because of that? Or would the price of being in your grand presence fighting your noble cause be enough for an honoured dead? His words would flare in no small amount of passion, he paused once again before offering a single question more. I wanted to take away from this conversation, what sort of. ..creature, I was following. More over, what sort of creature would threaten those he intends to protect. That's all I was seeking He turned his gaze away from the male, once more uncertain of any response or retaliation from his comments.

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No sooner had Ferdie moved away, Fang would have spat if he knew how. He ignored him as he left, his words leaving him with no satisfaction to his questions, he was still in the same mindset, if not a worse one. What was the big deal about Jace?

Minutes passed before he rose, he contemplated the idea of heading to emberwood, instead he headed north, his mind full of questions.

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