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Of Wolf and Man; Who let the dogs out, who, who, who?
Topic Started: Mar 12 2016, 06:14 PM (14,162 Views)
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*Being a werewolf isn't easy. And neither is being under the thumb of a werewolf hunter. Someone who knows your secret and is only just barely holding back from tracking you down and putting a silver bullet between your eyes for the one reason that you're more valuable to him alive than dead. At the moment, anyway. And it's not like the relationship isn't mutually beneficial in some way. Even though Gene despises taking the money, he has no choice. It's live and live well with all the information he needs or die and end up someone's throw rug.

It's been this way for years, between Warren and Gene. It's routine. And so far Gene's fairly sure Warren's the only one who knows. His colleagues don't. They only know that he's unavailable for evening drinks once a month because of "wife commitments", though none of them have been brave enough to point out that they haven't seen his missus in years. Sam definitely doesn't know. It'd blow his little mind,considering how he's already a little peculiar.

But of course, like he always does, here's Sam bloody Tyler - his best mate, his right hand, his deputy dog - putting all of this at risk. He doesn't know the specific nature of the danger he's putting them both in, how could he. And Warren would never DO anything about it, he knows that Warren needs Gene too much. Having a DCI at your beck and call is nothing to throw away just because of some uppity little twerp rocking the boat. Right?? *
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*Shit... Sam's right. The time's getting close. Sam should probably get behind that glass.... For his own protection.*

Great. You can talk my ear off in surround sound.

*he's being sarcastic, but he's grateful. Not being alone in this... It's a new and comforting experience - but there's also that anxiety he still can't get rid of. That same feeling that comes every full moon. Knowing he's going to be twisting and breaking in only a few short moments.*
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*Sam gives Gene a dry look, secretly grateful that he's in the mood for banter at all.

For a second, he just stands there, not quite knowing whether to just go, or not...

But then, he steps forward, crouching down in front of Gene. Placing his palms on his cheeks, Sam leans in and presses a gentle kiss to Gene's lips. They'll both be fine, he knows it... but he doesn't just want to leave his partner to it, especially knowing what awaits him.

When he pulls back, Sam offers Gene a nervous little smile.*

I'll see you in a bit, then.
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*Gene leans forward into the kiss. He's not going to be just a passive participant in this... He's already having so much control stripped away just by the nature of the moon cycle. But he can reach out and grab Sam for fear of the blanket slipping down. All he can do is catch Sam's lips in response.

As Sam pulls away, Gene nods.*

See you in that fish tank.

*He nods towards the large window set into the wall.*
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*Sam can't help but snort a laugh of this. Fish tank? Weirdly fitting.*

Yep.

*Sam gets up again and walks out of the studio, casting one last glance back as he picks up his bag before firmly closing the door behind himself.

Moments later he's in the sound booth, examining the audio equipment. He had little time to familiarise himself with all the buttons and knobs... but after a bit of fumbling and swearing under his breath, Sam finally reaches out to tap the microphone a couple of times, before speaking into it.*

Can you hear me?
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*at the sound, Gene looks up. Looks like it's working!*

Yeah, loud, annoying and clear.

C'n you hear me?
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*Sam's heart does a little flip as he hears Gene's voice - in surprisingly good sound quality! The microphones in the studio must be quite good... Sam can't believe their luck that the previous owners just left them behind.

A slightly giddy smile spreading on his lips, Sam nods and waves over to Gene through the window.*

Loud and clear.

*Now that this is sorted, he lowers himself down onto the chair in front of the sound board, leaning his elbows on the mixing desk.*

.... So. How much longer, do you think?
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*Sam's smile buoys Gene a little. It's weird, having to sit behind a panel of glass separated from your partner. Effectively, he's in quarantine. An infectious entity that must be kept away from people at all costs. It's not a particularly nice feeling.*

Hmm. Not sure... Can never really tell til something goes out of shape.

....I'd guess maybe fifteen minutes though, rough estimate.

Don't s'pose there's a skylight to the moon in there, eh.
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*Sam feels something similar - he's eager to get back to Gene's side... he would have stayed in there for the whole thing, Gene wouldn't have wanted him there... not when he has to wrestle the wolf down first. Sam understands that, but it still hurts a little...*

Right, okay.

*Sam shakes his head - no windows in here... that's partly why he wanted this building. A nice big space that people can't look inside to... it's perfect.*

Well, soon as you give me the okay, I'm coming back over.
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Yeah, I'll give you a signal. I'll pee in your general direction.

*He smirks a little. He'll bark or something. With no words to tell Sam he's back in control he'll have to figure something non-verbal out.*
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*Sam grimaces - he knows Gene is joking, but there's part of him that can't help but wonder if, as a wolf, he might end up deciding it would be a good idea...*

You'll be the one mopping that up tomorrow morning then.

*Ultimately, though, he knows that they'll figure something out.

... Sam will know.*
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*Gene snorts in response, the silence settling in quickly. He's nervous... Not knowing what to do or say next. Usually he just... Waits. But with Sam here too now, Gene isn't sure what to do. So he sits, staring at the carpet and fiddling his fingers, hoping Sam will break the air of tension surrounding them.*
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*Silence settles, but it's filled with nervous tension. Gene is about to go through an excruciating process, and Sam... Well, the first time he witnessed that process, it left him horrified beyond words.

The silence presses down in him, sat alone in the booth. And Gene... God, he looks so lost in that studio. Infinitely better than in that basement, but still... It doesn't sit right with Sam... He doesn't want them to remain like that until Gene changes. He was determined to make Gene feel better about all this, to do as much as he could do make it more comfortable...

Heart hammering a bit harder than it should, Sam tries to come up with something to say... Something to ask...

And suddenly, it hits him. There's one question he hasn't dared to ask Gene yet... Of course, this isn't the best moment, but it's the next best thing his mind latches onto.

So, not quite able to keep the nervousness out of his voice, Sam says*

Hey, uh... Can I ask you something?
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*...!

Gene looks up again, his attention taken. Sam sounds hesitant... Whatever he wants to ask, it's like something's telling him he shouldn't.

Interest piqued, Gene cocks his head to the side a little, listening.*

....Fire away.
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*Sam swallows, encouraged by Gene's quick answer, but... It still feels like he's about t to dig too deep.

Well, he can't back down now.

Sam takes a breath, looking down at the soundboard for a moment. Then, raising his gaze again, his eyes locking on Gene's, he quietly asks*

... How did you get bitten?
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*... Ahh. Gene knew this was coming at some point. He takes a deep breath, expression turning serious. He hasn't thought about this in a while. To him now, the wolf is just a part of him. It's there and there's no getting rid of it. It's just a fact. Something he has now. Years ago it felt more like something that was done to him - because it was.

Gene doesn't know why he suddenly feels shame or humiliation.... Probably because what he's about to reveal shows that once upon a time, everything he's chastised Sam for with regards to Warren... He did almost the exact same thing.

He owes it to Sam to tell him how this shit all started.

Jaw tense and gaze determinedly avoiding Sam, Gene starts speaking gruffly.*

First job I ever had in the Force. I was teamed with this bloke called Harry Outhwaite. Man fought on the beaches in Normandy, won a medal. Never talked about it. Never did his paperwork, but he was a legend, was Harry.

*Gene wets his lips with the tip of his tongue, considering where to go next.*

.... There was this gangster knocking round town in them days, made a lot of money during the war. Had a lot of coppers and politicians in his pocket.

*he risks a look up at Sam.*

... Sound familiar?
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*Sam takes an involuntary breath as Gene starts talking - he was half expecting him to clam up and refuse... but here they are.

His first job... so quite a long time ago. If this is where the story starts, then... Jesus, how long has Gene had to live with this?

And what he's saying sounds familiar indeed. When Gene meets his gaze, Sam inclines his head slightly, encouraging him to go on.*
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*Gene takes Sam's silence as encouragement to continue. So he gathers himself and starts again.*

I found out Harry was taking the odd backhander to look the other way. And like any other shiny new kid on the block would, I intended to shop 'im. Just didn't know what a bloody shitstorm that'd start.

*His cheeks grow hot... Gene knows Sam's watching him closely, and the parallels between their two experiences are stark. Sam's got to be seeing it too...*

As it turns out, Harry was also a big hairy mongrel at heart. Never told me how he got turned, but I never got the chance to ask.

The bastard keepin' him under the thumb saw me sniffin' around and told Harry to deal with it. Either put the big furry frighteners on me and drag me into this stinkin' underworld with 'im, or he'd have his grunts lay me a nice bed in the canal. Pretty clear which option 'e picked.
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*Sam blinks.

... so... so that's why. That is why Gene was so adamant about Sam not rocking the boat. Not only did he know what the consequences would be... he also had his own past to remind him. Sam can't be sure in the light, but it looks like there's a flush creeping up Gene's cheeks... he's still haunted by all this.

Voice quiet, Sam asks*

... what happened then?
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*Gene worries at his lip a moment before continuing, his features hard and stoic. Reliving this isn't easy, especially knowing that Sam could have ended up with the same fate.*

What happened was Harry lured me out one night on a job. Said to meet him in some park. Thought it were fishy at the time, but you don't turn down the station legend now, do you.

Huge great dog four times the size of me jumps out of nowhere. Chomps down on my shoulder, shakes me about like a maraca then leaves me there 'til morning. Harry picked me up before work, patched me up. Looked about as sick as I did.

*Here, Gene pauses, his throat closing up. The next part hurts more than anything else.*

.... Hung' imself a few days later.

*Gene's heart hurts as he even says the words. Harry did this to him. He'd trusted him, looked up to him. But even after everything, the betrayal... Harry did it to keep Gene alive. If he hadn't, he'd be bones at the bottom of the canal by now.*

Couldn't for the life of me figure out why. Not 'til the prick who organised it all paid me a visit. Told me what Harry was. What I now am. What I owed him for 'is silence.
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*Sam listens, taking it all in. And it's a lot to take in.

Gene, wanting to do the right thing... Ended up that way. Now that he thinks about it, Sam thinks he did notice traces of scars on one of Gene's shoulders... but they were so faded, they hadn't struck him as abnormal. Just a wound - from National Service, maybe... Jesus.

And this is what would have happened to Sam as well... only he would be dead now. Edwards had been sent out with the intent to kill him, not turn him. And Gene... he would have had to mop up... or worse, Warren could have ordered him to...

Would Gene have killed himself, had it played out like that...?

Sam's gone pale by the time Gene reaches the end of his story. "What he owed"... There's only one thing he could possibly mean by that...*

... your loyalty.
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*Gene nods, confirming.*

Though lucky for me the bloke got done in before he 'ad time to try and turn me into Harry mark two. Wasn't keepin' the underlings happy enough, so they turned on 'im. Thought I was off the hook.

'Til Warren crawled out of the woodwork, anyway. Shortage of werewolves to blackmail in Merry old Ireland, apparently. Must've heard on the grapevine about the clueless copper havin' a wolf-life crisis. Bastard knew he could twist me around 'is little finger without even liftin' one.

*Gene shrugs sadly. He wishes things could have been different... But from the moment he was dropped into this, from the moment Harry's giant teeth sunk into his skin he didn't have a chance. Holding down a stressful job, persuing his marriage, keeping the city safe and also juggling this enormous destructive secret? Something had to give. And that something hurt when it broke. He became Harry, doing the bidding of a psychopath to keep his own skin attached.

Quietly, Gene speaks again - he needs Sam to understand. To understand why he broke to Warren's will so easily.*

Didn't have no-one to give me tips back then, Sam. Was juggling more than I could handle. Warren was the only source of information I had. Was bloody terrified of doin' this to someone else, and he was the only one who could tell me how not to.
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*... Jesus...

With Harry Outhwaite committing suicide, of course Gene had no one to turn to for help... of course he would have taken any opportunity...

But Sam's mind struggles to grasp the full scope of Gene's troubled past. He can't imagine what it must have felt like. True, he got a small glimpse, during those first few weeks after Edwards attacked him... those weeks where he thought he was even madder than he'd thought, when nothing made sense anymore...

But Gene was there, looking after Sam, trying to protect him.

When he was in that same situation, Gene didn't have anyone. Not until Warren showed up...

... who then betrayed him...

... no wonder Gene didn't realise until it was almost too late.

No wonder...

Looking at Gene now, sitting in the middle of the studio with that blanked wrapped around his naked form, emphasizing the fact that he has to experience this, the most painful part of his condition, all on his own... has had to for so many years... it makes Sam's heart ache until it's almost unbearable. He wants to go over there, to pull Gene into an embrace. Let him know that he isn't quite so alone anymore.

But he can't. Not now, when Gene is so close to changing. Sam wouldn't mind - he'd gladly be in the same room - but especially after hearing all of this, Sam recognises that having him in there would cause even more stress for Gene.

So all Sam can do is grip the sound board a little bit tighter, and stare at Gene through the window separating them.

There are a few seconds of silence, before Sam finds his voice again. And still another few seconds pass during which he struggles to put this swirl of protectiveness, anger and sadness into words.*

... you... did what you had to. No one can blame you for that.

... I'm not blaming you.
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*Sam doesn't blame him. Gene didn't know he needed to hear that, but it does give him a surprising amount of relief. Sam may not blame him, but Gene apparently does blame himself. If things had been different... If Gene hadn't pushed things with Harry... If he hadn't allowed Warren to prey on his weakness.... How would things be now?*

... Thanks.

... Dunno how many people'd think that way.
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*Sam's lips twitch, but he can't bring himself to smile. Gene seems seems somewhat relieved... But that doesn't erase what he had to go through, from the moment he was bitten until... Until now.*

*voice rough, Sam responds* Anyone in their right mind would.

*There's a moment of silence, before he quietly says*

... Thank you for telling me.

*Thank you for trusting me enough to share your story.*
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*Gene feels a swell of relief and gratitude at that. Sam deserved to hear how this all started,Gene was always going to tell him. But the way Sam responded, it's what Gene deserved right back. There was no judgement, no blame. Just understanding for what was an impossible decision to make at a vulnerable time.

Gene grunts in response, his own thanks to Sam for listening.*

S'probably best to get it out in the open. 'specially since...

*He winces a little, one hand shifting under the blanket to clutch at his middle*

... Since it's starting...
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*Sam startles at Gene's wince, sitting up straighter.

It's starting...

Suddenly, there's a lump in his throat. The last time he saw this happen... There was a barrier between them then, as well. Gene in the cage, Sam outside. And Sam hadn't known what to expect... how horrible it truly would be, how much Gene would be screaming...

It's different now, he has to remind himself. As soon as Gene is fully changed, Sam will be with him. And this time, Gene will be stronger. Won't be on the verge of bleeding to death. He'll be alright. He'll be alright...

Fighting to keep his voice even, but not quite managing to keep it from wobbling ever so slightly, Sam tries to smile, tries to make this easier for the both of them.*

Good thing you got the stitches out before this, eh...?
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*Gene lets out a strained chuckle.*

Yeah... Wouldn't wanna split myself open again...!

*Then he balks. It's coming, he can feel it... The swirling motion of the animal inside. It's waking up. Preparing to make his body it's own.

It scares him every single time.

With a grunt, Gene pushes himself up onto his feet, back still leaning against the wall and arms hugging the blanket around himself. He's bent over slightly, muscles tense and rigid.*

You, uh... You wanna look away, now would be a good time...
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*Before Sam knows it, he's standing as well, having risen together with Gene. He's tense as well -
trying to convince himself it'll be alright, but Gene's anticipation is somehow bleeding through to him. Any moment now, it'll begin...

Swallowing hard, Sam manages to force himself to speak.*

... do you want me to look away?

*As much as he knows that what he's about to witness will be absolutely horrific... looking away would mean leaving Gene completely on his own. And Sam's sworn to himself that Gene won't ever have to be that alone again.

So he won't look away... unless Gene wants him to.*
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*Does he want Sam to look away? He doesn't know. Sam's seen it before... He knows what it looks like... But at the same time, Gene's embarrassed. This isn't something he ever thought he'd share with anyone...

He swallows, heart beating hard. Here it comes...!

Voice tense and strained, Gene replies.*

S'your choi--!

*something snaps. It's his shoulder. An explosion of pain hits Gene in the right shoulder, cutting off his words. The blanket falls, as Gene almost does. His hand grabs at the broken bones, trying to hold them together. Then his back goes, jolting upwards, elongated. The new weight tips him over and sends him crashing to his knees, one hand still gripping his damaged shoulder and the other digging into the floor.*
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!!

*Gene never gets to finish his sentence, and Sam jerks in time with the crack. He can hear it. The bones, breaking - the microphones in the studio are sensitive enough to pick up even those noises. Suddenly Gene is on the floor, grabbing at his shoulder, his back... his back........

His hands are gripping the table in front of him, knuckles standing out white, shaking ever so slightly.

But he doesn't look away.*
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*Gene doesn't know if Sam's watching. He can't move his neck. He can't form words. The feeling is indescribable - his vertebrae creaking and jolting, new bones snapping off and forcing into place, lengthening.

The next wave comes and Gene can't help choking.*

S-SA--

*His jaw detaches, slowly growing outwards, his nose following. Fur begins to prickle up from his navel to his neck, standing on end and rippling with the jagged movements of the body it's on. Gene collapses entirely, elbows breaking and reforming, fingers snapping all directions and crunching back into Gene's hands. He doesn't know why he'd call out to Sam like that... It's the one comfort he can find. That he's not on his own.*
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*Gene's scream cuts through Sam like a knife. That was... he was calling for...

Sam's lips move, but with the horrible transformation unfolding in front of him, his voice doesn't want to obey. He can't see Gene's face any more with how he's bent over - bones breaking in front of Sam's eyes... his fingers, just... disappearing...

He's seen it before, but nothing could ever prepare Sam for that sight. Tears start leaking from his eyes and he doesn't even notice.

He can't leave Gene alone with this. He called out Sam's name - or tried to, anyway... called for him...

Sam takes a deep, shuddering breath. Then, his voice almost breaking, he says as loud as he can bring himself to speak, to make sure that Gene can hear him over the horrific creaking and cracking*

I'm... I'm 'ere, Gene, I'm 'ere.

You're not alone. I'm--

*Sam's breath hitches, but he forces himself to keep talking*

-- M'not goin' anywhere. M'right 'ere.

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*the only sound Gene can make in reply is some kind of ragged, half-roaring sob. His tongue doesn't fit, his teeth don't quite settle. His vocal cords no longer produce a voice. Only a howling snarl.

Gene's body continues to twist and contort, sometimes pausing for a moment to let a bone or organ slide into place before continuing. But eventually, the form Sam can see begins to take shape. The wolf/human mess becomes sleek, muscular. The grotesque mix of wolf and human features shape themselves into a handsome canine face, though still lined with discomfort and pain. And at last, after the creaking and dry/wet breaking sounds stop, there's the wolf once more. Disorientated, stiff and angry, but there's no blood like before. The creature isn't in the process of dying this time.

It snarls, lifting itself up on strong legs and shaking itself off, the tiny droplets of blood from the thick fur's tearing at Gene's skin flying off like water.

And then it turns, bright green eyes staring straight at Sam through the window, all animal.*
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*Oh god... Sam's voice betrays him entirely as Gene's body breaks down. As the human disappears... And the animal surfaces.

The Wolf rises...

Sam almost forgets to breathe.

It's MASSIVE. He already knew how big the wolf was, of course but this... The wolf isn't cowering this time, isn't huddled in on itself as it's dying. It's stood up in its full, terrifying glory...

And it turns, eyes burning into Sam's core. His face is white, tear streaked, his own eyes wide... And he's caught in the creature's gaze, unable to move or speak in that first moment.*
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*the creature stares, eyes fixing Sam like a rabbit in the headlights. Like prey.

At first all it sees is a threat. A human. Something to hunt. Something to tear its teeth into. Its fur prickles up along its mane at the thought.

But then it blinks. There's something about this human. It remembers something...

The beast's ears prick up, listening for any tell-tale sounds. Watching for any sign of familiarity. Body language still that of a hunter, the animal slowly begins to pad towards the window, curious and wary.*
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*Sam very much feels like prey under the wolf's gaze. He can't see Gene... There doesn't seem to be any recognition in the its eyes...

God, he's scared. He'd thought that Gene would be there, take control immediately, but...!

But then, the blink. And the wolf's body language seems to change subtly. There's no snarling, its ears are pricked up and alert... Alert, but not aggressive.

It takes all the willpower he has left, but SAM manages not to flinch back as the wolf begins moving towards the window.

And it takes all the willpower he doesn't seem to have to scrape together his voice.*

..... G.... Gene...? *It's wavering, betraying how fast his heart is beating, how much his knees want to give out.*
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*The Wolf stops. That voice... It's heard it before. Before, when... It was in pain. Its insides were on fire, blood pouring from its nose and mouth... That voice was there, then...

Is Sam a threat?

Somehow, despite the terrible memories, it doesn't think so...

It takes one more hesitant step towards the glass... And then stops. Shakes its head. And again. It blinks hard as though fighting something off...

And then all of a sudden, it's entire presence changes. The animalistic look in its eyes dulls, taken over by a softer look. A deeper soul. Gene shakes his head again, just to make sure- and then looks at Sam. Sam who's staring at him through the glass pale and shaken.

It takes a moment before Gene quite knows what to do - but then, a small bark emits from his throat.

"It's me."*
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*An eternity seems to pass, and Sam still can't move. Whatever the wolf decides to so.. He won't be able to stop it. Won't be able to escape.

And then... Its demeanour changes. It probably happens quickly, but again, it feels torturously slow to Sam. The wolf's gaze softens, seems to grow, somehow... Then, it shakes his head.

Looks back again.

Even before that bark, Sam knows Gene is back.

A beat, and Sam is able to move again. Knees weak, he moves to the side - almost stumbles. Then he's away from the window, a door opening suddenly. A second later, the door to the studio opens and Sam all but falls into the room, just about managing to close the door behind him.

At that point, he freezes again, suddenly insecure. His back is pressed against the door still, the handle digging into his skin painfully. The wolf is even more impressive now that they're in the same room, its mere presence almost enough to suffocate Sam...

Is this really Gene? What if he misunderstood.....?
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*the speed in which Sam is in there with him... He's like a lightning bolt. Gene'd never imagined anyone running towards him in this form... In his imagination it'd always been people running the other direction.

But when Sam does make it into the same room as him, he looks petrified. And who can blame him? Gene certainly can't. Even if it hurts a little, seeing his partner looking at him with so much trepidation.

Gene shrinks a little, trying to make himself look less threatening. And slowly he takes a few steps towards Sam, head lowering and eyes watching carefully. Willing Sam to see. It's him. It's Gene.*
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*That moment of doubt is gone as quickly as it invaded his mind. Everything about that wolf is... is Gene. Sam can't explain how he knows that for certain, but he knows. He understands that Gene is trying to make himself smaller, less threatening. And that look in his eyes... Gene is insecure as well...

Sam pushes himself away from the door, crosses the distance between them with just a few quick steps. There's still a residue of primal, instinctive fear - he is walking right up to a huge predator - but the far bigger emotion taking over is relief, and trust.

As he approaches, Sam extends one hand. Words are failing him, but now that they're so close, now that he's certain that Gene is alright, inhabiting the wolf body and uninjured, the urge to wind his arms around the wolf is overwhelming.*
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*Gene swallows as Sam extends his hand, pushing away from the door. It looks like... Sam trusts him? Like that fear he could see in Sam's eyes just now is fading...

Once they make contact... Will that fear disappear completely?

Cautiously, Gene moves his head forward and lowers his ears - permission for Sam to touch if he wants. Encouragement for him to make contact. To see that Gene isn't dangerous. At least not at the moment. Not with the Wolf's consciousness locked away... *
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*Gene is inviting him to touch. Not growling, not backing up, not getting ready to attack.

After he's seen Gene mistreated, tortured both as human and as wolf... Sam can't believe how lucky he is. How amazing it is that after all that, Gene is willing to trust anyone like that, to approach him, to touch him...

Emotion floods Sam, and he bridges that last bit of distance - his hand shaking slightly, but not out of fear. When his palm flattens against Gene's forehead, the shorter fur there tickling Sam's skin, he exhales shakily, lips twitching into a small, overwhelmed smile, even as his eyes start to burn. He doesn't quite understand what it is about this situation, but whatever it is, it's threatening to completely undo him.

This is the third time he's being confronted with the wolf, but somehow, it feels like an introduction all over again.*
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*Gene feels it too. The first time he was in Sam's presence as the Wolf Sam was bleeding on the ground, in pain, in need of urgent help. The second time it was Gene himself who was on death's door, being slowly ripped to shreds from the inside out. And now, for both of them to be here, both okay? It feels strange.... But comforting. Poignant.

That little bit of animal still in Gene causes him to respond easily to the touch. Gene closes his eyes and bumps his head up against Sam's hand, a small grunt of pleasure and gratitude rumbling from his chest.

Sams hand feels impossibly small on Gene's forehead, but that small pressure there melts some of Gene's entirety away. They're both safe here... Nobody's going to hurt them here.*
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*Oh... Sam can feel Gene pushing back against the touch, going with it. It causes another surge of emotion in Sam's chest. This... this is happening. They've both made it through unbelievable hardships - they both could have died...

But they didn't. They're here, and they're safe.

Sam huffs a trembling laugh, and then finally, he can't hold back any longer. His hand slides down, only to loop around Gene's massive jaw along with the other one, and a moment later, it's Sam's forehead that's pressed against Gene's, in as much of a hug as he can manage. Too overwhelmed to speak, Sam simply holds on, drinks in the wolf's presence. The last of his fear is bleeding away, leaving only trust and gratitude.*
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*Gene blinks as he realises what's happening - Sam's moving in for a hug. And it feels so different to before. This feels loving, not desperate. There's no attempt to hang on for dear life in a horrid situation.

Gene's fur fluffs up in response, eyes closing and whiskers twitching into as much of a smile as his new muscles can manage. If he had hands still he'd hug back. But emitting a deep vibratey rumble from his chest is the best he can do. *
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*Sam can tell that Gene is relaxing as well, that he's... That he's happy.

'Happy' is the last adjective Sam would have used for Gene and his werewolf problem. But now, there's no other way to describe that rumble, reverberating through Sam. Gene is happy. They managed to get here - from confusion, to Gene's near-death, to Sam's fever, to... This.

The burning behind his closed eyelids intensifies until tears start to spill over again, and Sam presses himself even closer against Gene, fingers digging into soft fur. This feeling, it's overwhelming, too much. After everything that happened, he can't quite cope with the fact that for now, it's all over.

Sam's knees start to give way, even as he clings to Gene.*
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*Gene can barely believe it as Sam's tears spill over. Sam's crying... Crying because... He's happy? Relieved? With his body like this, Gene can't even ask him. God, he hopes this is good crying...! He's been so anxious about other people seeing him like this especially knowing that in this form his emotions are less able to be reined in. He's not quite sure what he'd expect. Both times Sam's been in the wolf's presence he's been in distress, first with his injuries and then trying to save Gene's life. He's not sure what to do with this reaction.

A questioning whine sounds from Gene's throat, his head pressing against Sam supportively.

"Sam, what is it?"*
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*At Gene's little whine, Sam inhales with a sob. Clearly, he's worried... supporting him... The thought squeezes Sam's heart painfully.

Quietly, almost whispering, Sam manages to stammer*

... s'fine, I'm... m'alright...

*Catching himself, he pulls back a little, gazing at Gene through teary eyes, taking in the large, worried eyes, the golden fur, the wolf's body language...

A half-laugh, half-sob escapes Sam, his hands pressing against Gene's cheeks, stroking down towards Gene's neck.*

... s'just... u-unbelievable.

... Christ. S-sorry, I sh-shouldn't...

*Sam raises one hand to rub over his face, to try and stem the flow of tears. His scars feel tight again, as usual when his head becomes hotter than it should be.*
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*good, good... Sam's okay... This is okay...

But Gene still feels bad that he can't speak to Sam. To tell him it's okay. Gene knows better than anyone what a shock it is when you're not used to it - the transformation. Seeing someone you know suddenly inhabiting another, inhuman body. It's not something anyone can just brush off.

Acting on impulse, Gene lifts his head and flicks his tongue out, licking across Sam's cheek to try and clear away the tears.*
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*Sam flinches as suddenly, Gene's rough tongue licks across his face, blinking at Gene in surprise--

And then, Sam snorts. And starts laughing, even through his tears. Jesus Christ, here they are, in a place that none of them would have thought possible two months ago. Exactly two months ago. It's insane. And to top it all off, Gene just went and licked his face. To comfort Sam.

Unable to stop himself, Sam continues to laugh, leaning in to press his face against Gene's forehead once more. He breathes in deeply, then lets out another choked-up giggle.*

Y-you're bloody impossible. God...

*And, following an impulse, Sam goes and quickly presses his lips to the wolf's head. Then, he whispers*

... m'so glad.
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*'So glad'... He must mean that he's relieved everything's okay. And so is Gene. This transformation was as rough as any, but it could so easily have not happened. Warren could be sat in his chair atop Gene's skin, celebrating the anniversary of his death. He could be smoking a cigar, stubbing it out in an ashtray made of Gene's bones. Staring up at the wolf shaped skull mounted on his wall...

But none of that happened. And if they can keep this place, keep Gene underground so to speak... Then hopefully nothing like that'll ever happen.

Gene purrs quietly in response, rubbing his snout against Sam's ribs.

"Bloody impossible's better than 'boring', I hope!"

The words come out as a tuneful huff, but he hopes the sentiment gets across.*
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*Sam can't help but laugh again, Gene's movements tickling him in a few sensitive spots. Now that they're finally united like this... He never wants to let go again.

Gene saved him like this. Sam would have died, two months ago, if it hadn't been for the wolf. It's that same feeling he had back in the basement, but stronger: he's safe here. With Gene. With the wolf.

Finally, the last of his tears drying, Sam raises his hand to rub at Gene's forehead, then sliding it back to scritch behind his ears.*

Are you ok? Nothing out of place?

*He looks lively enough... but Sam wants to make sure.*
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*Gene snorts. Sam's still worried about him... But he's okay. Well, he's okay now. Everything's stopped moving and grinding, thankfully. He still has to change back... But he can't worry about that now. For the moment he's in one piece and not feeling too sore. Something he should be thankful for.

To reassure him, Gene nuzzles his face into Sam in as much of a 'no' motion as he can. it's odd, having someone to communicate with. Up until now he's always been alone. He's not had to think of ways to really express how he's feeling or ask questions. His body language is different now - it's hard to translate human gestures over to his new muscle make-up. But hopefully Sam understands.

And hopefully he'll keep scritching behind his ears...!*
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*Sam understands what Gene is trying to say - and that fact alone is a bloody miracle. They're communicating even now, and it's... it's easy.

Unable to stop himself from smiling broadly, and still scritching behind Gene's ears, Sam says*

Good.

*Another thing is very clear as well: Gene is enjoying the scritches very, very much. It fills Sam's chest with warmth, and it amuses him to no end. Here's this huge, majestic, and dangerous creature, the stuff of myths, legends and trashy horror films... and right now, it looks like it's about to roll over for Sam to rub its belly.

That thought makes him remember how much Gene reacted to Sam's ministrations a few nights before...

He snorts, half-embarrassed over this train of thoughts, and half-ready to just break into a full-bellied laugh. God, he feels hyper now. Everything's okay, and here they are, and the euphoria is beginning to completely flood his system.

However, Sam holds himself back - just - and asks instead*

So what do we do now, eh?

*It's less of a genuine question and more Sam wondering out loud - will Gene want to sleep? Or...? Christ, he doesn't even know. But for once, Sam doesn't mind. Finding a routine for these nights will be enjoyable, he's sure of it.*
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*What indeed. Gene can't speak, even though Sam seems to be able to understand him okay... So it isn't like they can sit and have a natter.

Gene pauses before pulling his head away to look around the room. This is something they're going to have to learn as they go.

Pulling himself up, Gene pads across to the water Sam gathered for him earlier and laps up a few large tonguefuls before making his way over to a corner of the room and sitting down. He watches Sam expectantly - if they're both going to be stuck here they may as well make themselves comfortable... *
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*When Gene pulls back, Sam feels a pang of regret - he doesn't want to let go of him...! But he can't just go clinging to Gene all night long, so Sam lowers his arms and watches what the wolf is doing.

As Gene laps at the water, Sam can't help but smile with a small sense of pride. It may have looked silly at first, but he's glad the big tub is actually coming in handy now! And then, Gene sits down in that corner...

Yes, that actually makes the most sense. A nice, sheltered spot to spend the night...

Sam finds himself nodding.*

Alright, let me just go get my bag.

*Sam doesn't really want to leave the room any more, so he makes it quick, and within a few seconds he's back in the studio, striding over to Gene's side. He drops the bag next to the big wolf before lowering himself down as well, until he's sitting cross-legged next to Gene. What Sam really wants is to really cuddle up against him, bury himself in the warmth radiating from the wolf's body... But he'll wait until Gene gives him the OK for that.*
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*Gene watches as Sam moves, ears pricked and eyes bright. With no pain to crease him up, Gene is sat upright and strong. A keen animal watching his partner's movements with attentiveness.

He's expecting Sam to sit a little closer, but he shouldn't be surprised at Sam's hesitancy at pushing it. Gene knows what he looks like. He knows he looks huge and intimidating. Dangerous, even. It's up to him to make sure Sam feels as at ease as possible.

So, he drops his stance a bit, hunching down and settling into an almost-lying position, his side pressing against Sam's.

If Sam's okay with this... Maybe they can settle down properly... *
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*While Gene is sitting upright, he's still impossibly big - Sam can practically look him in the eye, standing up. And now, sitting down... He feels small.

But then Gene lowers himself down as well, getting properly comfortable... and pressing up against Sam a bit.

He shouldn't be surprised, really, that Gene would have picked up on his hesitating, but it still makes Sam's heart beat a little faster. Of course he's aware that it's a human mind in there, but there's also part of him that's nervously exhilarated over the fact that there's a massive wolf settling down next to him to spend the time.

Sam huffs with a somewhat embarrassed smile. Back in that basement, Gene's head was in his lap, and Sam had all but clung to him... So now, with Gene's body language so inviting, it really shouldn't be a problem to give in to this urge.

Still a little hesitantly - giving Gene the chance to pull back - Sam inches closer, placing his hand at Gene's side and stroking through the fur the for a little bit. It's so thick and impossibly soft... And so alluring. No wonder Warren wanted it.

Pushing that thought out of his mind very quickly, Sam finally leans in and against Gene properly. He turns his head to the side to catch Gene's eye, brushing his other hand through the wolf's mane.

Quietly, he asks*

... that okay?
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*Okay? It's more than okay. Human contact in this form is something he craves - something he's been deprived of for years. Sam's fingers through his fur threaten to turn Gene to butter. Someone touching his fur as a Wolf without their prime objective being to rip it from him is something the never thought he'd have.

And here they are.

To answer Sam's question, Gene moves his head to gently lay it in Sam's lap. He doesn't put his full weight onto him just yet - he knows he's heavy. But he wants Sam to know he can touch, he can stroke... He can do anything, Gene's lapping it up.*
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*As Gene moves his head and places it in his lap, Sam is once again left speechless.

However, this time, he doesn't hesitate. As soon as Gene is settled, Sam's hand comes to rest on Gene's forehead, while he buries the other further up in his thick mane. God, he's so warm. And this, now... Gene's wolf body almost curled around him, the two of them sat in a pace that's entirely theirs, that no one else knows about...

... Sam has never felt this safe before.

The feeling blooming warmly in his chest, Sam lets out a small sigh and leans into Gene's body a little more, beginning to relax entirely.*

... I'll take that as a 'yes', shall I?

*Sam's voice is gentle, and loving.*
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*Gene huffs a small sound in response. A 'yes, keep going'. And to make sure Sam doesn't stop, Gene shifts his body a bit, making sure that he's as curled around Sam as he can be, tail flicking round to brush against Sam's other leg. if they're going to be here a while, Gene's going to make sure Sam's comfortable. It's going to be getting late, and while Gene's wolf body seems semi-nocturnal (one of the reasons he's always so shattered the next day), he knows Sam isn't. Sam's going to need to sleep at some point. This way, he's hopefully made a comfy enough bed for him here. Gene's basically an enormous warm cushion at this point anyway.

And maybe with Sam here Gene'll be able to sleep as well, for once.*
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*Oh god, as if his heart wasn't already close to bursting. As Gene practically covers him with his tail, providing a soft blanket, Sam can't help but sigh again, comfortable warmth enveloping him. The invitation is too alluring, and so Sam finally allows himself to really relax, to melt against Gene's side.

This is everything he didn't know he needed.

Sam's eyes sliding half-closed already, he mumbles*

M'gonna fall asleep like this, y'know...

*And it's no wonder - Sam as well was nervous during the day - hell, during the last few days already, and didn't sleep all that much. So now that they're all settled, the exhaustion is beginning to make itself known. Plus, it is a respectable time to go to sleep...*
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*Gene snickers. If Sam falls asleep that's perfectly fine with him. He nuzzles his cheek into Sam's front and lets his tail go limpid Sam wants to try and sleep he'll join him. Though Sam did bring a bag in - was he planning on doing paperwork or something....?

If he was, Gene's happy to prevent him.*
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*Looks like Gene doesn't mind Sam falling asleep on him. The thought warms Sam's heart even more.

So he shifts a little, getting properly comfortable. One hand is resting on Gene's large head, the other is nestled close to Sam's body. He curls up a little, nuzzling his head into Gene's fur. He could technically try and stay up a bit more - he did bring tea in a thermos bottle after all... But the bag is just out of reach, and with the wolf's warmth enveloping him, Sam finds it very hard to justify moving away.

So he allows his eyes to fall closed, murmuring*

... alright then... wake me up if you need anythin'...
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*Gene lets out a soft growl in return. He won't be waking Sam up... He's too comfy to get up himself. He's had water, he's snuggled up... And with Sam happily curled up with him, Gene can't see himself moving any time soon.

They're safe... They're warm, they're happy. This is a rare thing for the both of them.

He'll wait for Sam to stir before moving again. He can't forget the transformation waiting for him in the morning either... But that's not for a good few hours yet... *
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*Sam dozes for a few hours, lulled into sleep by the gentle rocking motions of Gene's breaths and the heat of his body.

Something startles him out of sleep during the night, though - Sam is awake suddenly, not quite understanding where he is. He sits up with a sharp intake of his breath, squinting against the ceiling lights. Where...?!*
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*Gene snoozes, but he doesn't properly drop off. He's going to be exhausted in the morning, he knows it - he always is. But having Sam here at least helps him to relax. He isn't tense, listening for noises outside or fearing being discovered. Sam's warmth and weight on him keep him calm and peaceful. So much so that when Sam wakes up it makes Gene jump. His fur fluffs up and ears swish upwards, eyes wide and alert.

Did Sam hear something he didn't...?*
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*Sam's heart is beating hard in his chest - what happened, where is he, where... where's Gene--?!

Then, he realises. A dream... just a dream. He wasn't falling... And the large mass next to him isn't... isn't Edwards.

It's Gene.

Sam deflates with a sigh, closing his eyes for a moment.*

Jesus...

*He opens his eyes again, taking in Gene's alert stance. Shit... he must've startled the both of them. The thought makes guilt rise in his chest - he didn't mean to shake Gene out of his relaxed state.

Sam leans forward, so that he's able to wind his arms around Gene's neck, burying his face in his mane.*

*slightly muffled* ... sorry. Dream.
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*Dream? A bad dream? Gene can't ask the question, so he cranes his neck to allow Sam to fully wrap himself around him.

He whines.

"Bad?"*
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*Sam gives a little huff, grateful as he senses how Gene accommodates him.*

M'alright... don't worry.

*He stays like this, simply feeling the thrum of life in that huge body beneath him, breathing in sync with the wolf. It calms his racing heart and anchors him in the present.... until he realises something.

Sam hefts himself up again, looking slightly sheepish.*

Y'know what, I uh, I'll just go for a quick slash.

*He twists, lifting Gene's tail away from his legs in order to get up without stepping on any limbs belonging to the wolf - and there's quite a tangle of them! Gene already has long legs, but now that there's four of them....*
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*Okay... If Sam says he's okay Gene'll have to believe him. It occurs to him that if Sam does have an awful nightmare while Gene's turned he won't be able to do anything about it. He won't be able to say anything to make it better.

But thankfully the worst thing Sam seems to be experiencing is a full bladder.

Gene scrambles a little, trying to pull his long legs out of the way. *
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*A little bit of struggling, and Sam's finally stood on his feet, his hand lingering on Gene's forehead before he pulls away.*

*half-jokingly* Don't go anywhere.

*Sam leaves the room quickly, not wanting to leave Gene on his own for too long - plus, it's the middle of the night, and walking down hallways he isn't used to on his won isn't exactly a fun experience.

Two minutes later, the door opens and Sam steps back inside, making his way over to Gene's side. This time when he sits down he immediately shuffles close and leans his back against Gene's body, exhaling contentedly. However, he doesn't go straight back to dozing - instead, Sam pulls the bag he brought close, and starts rummaging in it. A moment later, he comes up with the thermos bottle.

Before he opens it, however, he glances over at Gene a bit guiltily.*

None for you yet, I'm afraid... but I'll make you a fresh cuppa in the morning.
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*Gene isn't too keen on being left alone either... But he takes the opportunity to yawn widely and stretch himself out, long legs and tail splaying out to reach their maximum. And by the time Sam comes back he's resumed his position in the corner, lying propped up against the wall.

When Sam comes back, Gene's ears pick up. While he's like this he's not comfortable with Sam running about on his own. But he settles as Sam nestles back against him.

Until the tea comes out that is.

With his heightened sense of smell, Gene can tell what's in the flask before the lid even comes off. Captivated, Gene moves his snout until his nose is pressed against the metal, sniffing loudly.*
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*Sam is about to start screwing the lid off when a wet snout presses partly against his hand.

He looks over at Gene, eyebrow raised.*

... Really?
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*Gene keeps his nose where it is, his gaze boring into Sam's. One advantage of being in this form is that Gene can do a very good Puppy Dog Look.

And since there are very few advantages to having to put up with this palace each month, Gene is going to milk it for all it's worth.*
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*Sam blinks, speechless for a moment - for one, over just how, well, dog-like Gene is behaving right now, and for another because that Puppy Dog Look is devilishly effective, hitting a spot Sam didn't even know he had.

However, he shakes himself out of it, and in the process pulls away the hand holding the bottle.*

Come on, you know you can't have any now! You're too...!

*Sam gestures with his other hand, mainly showing up Gene's large size. He wouldn't even be able to get his snout into the tiny cup, let alone have a sip!*

*then, remembering something else, Sam pauses, then says almost to himself* ... that stuff could be poisonous to canines for all we know!

*looking back at Gene*

So none for you. Yet.
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*Denied, Gene huffs through his nose and prods Sam further, his tail slapping down on the floor in a strop. Just a taste won't hurt, surely!

"However poisonous it is, s'hardly gonna be worse than trying to digest a silver bullet."*
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*Sam leans away from Gene's snout, extending the hand holding the bottle as far out as possible.*

No.

*However, there is a small smile playing on Sam's lips. And how can he not be amused, when Gene's usual behaviours translate so endearingly into his wolf form? Sam is basically sitting next to a stroppy oversized puppy right now.*

You wouldn't even like it, I didn't put any sugar in. And I promise I'll get you a brew as soon as... y'know. Soon as this is over.
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*In a huff, Gene wrinkles his nose at Sam and grumbles low in his chest. Though if Sam skimped out on the sugar, fine. But Gene's not going to miss out on making a scene!

His tail continues to flick, his tongue running a long line around his lips and eyes focused pathetically on the flask in front of him.*
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*Oh goodness.

Sam stares back at Gene for one moment - before suddenly snorting and breaking into quiet laughter. This is ridiculous. Absolutely ridiculous.

Sam reaches out with his free hand and shoves at Gene's side, giving it a good rub.*

That's not very dignified, you big bad wolf.
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*Gene huffs again, but can't help leaning into Sam's shove/rub.

"If you were expecting dignity you came to the wrong man."

And before he can stop himself, Gene's tail swishes round and flaps into Sam's face - revenge.*
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*Sam is entirely unprepared for that retaliation, flinching back and sputtering as he suddenly gets a mouthful of wolf fur.*

O-oi!!

*He recovers quickly however, giving Gene another shove - stronger than before, but still playful.*

That how you wanna play, is it?!
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*Gene pushes against Sam's hand with a growling chuckle. Sam's spirit is admirable, but they both know who's going to win a test of strength and stubbornness here.

"You really trying to push a six foot bloody great wolf around?!"

He swishes his tail again, getting a good fluffy slap to the side of sams head.*
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*Sam tries to duck out of the way but doesn't move fast enough. This time, he laughs.*

Oh, it's on.

*He sets the tea bottle aside, unopened, and then goes in with both hands. He may not be strong enough to push Gene over, but even as more of a cat person and having only ever owned a cat, Sam knows a thing or two about dogs. Time to test something Sam's been toying with for the last few weeks!

Both hands against the lower end of Gene's side, Sam starts to rub vigorously, his lower lip caught between his teeth in concentration and glee.*
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*!!!

As sams hands dive into Genes fur and start rubbing furiously against his side, Gene's animal instincts kick in. The dog inside of him takes over, practically rolling over to let Sam continue. One hind leg starting to kick on reflex.

If Gene could tell what was happening, he'd be embarrassed as hell. But right now he's experiencing the joy of a pet dog being ruffled up by human hands. And he's loving it.*
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*Sam's experiment is so successful that he lets out a delighted laugh as Gene's hind leg starts kicking. It worked! He won~!

Sam doesn't let up, using Gene's new position to his full advantage, his hands rubbing all across his exposed belly.*

Ooooohhh you like that, don't you! You like that....!!

*And Sam likes it too. Gene's belly fur is so soft....! And in this moment, Sam's all but forgotten the fact that this isn't a pet dog in front of him, but a huge creature that could kill him with a strike of its paw. And he isn't even really thinking about what Gene will feel about this once he's back in his human body... No, right now, this is simply a moment of playfulness that was unthinkable a month ago, and he's going to enjoy it for as long as it lasts.*
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*Gene practically howls in response. But it's not a howl of anguish, it's a howl of laughter.

"No! You bastard, no I bloody don't!!"

It's a shame his wagging tail and leg-kicking says otherwise. Like a dog in the throes of a good petting session, Gene's unable to do anything to stop it. And though he might protest, he wouldn't want to stop it anyway.

Even the wolf inside him lurking at the back of his consciousness seems amused.*
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*Sam laughs again, reading that howl correctly. Gene is so obviously enjoying this - he's all splayed out, belly exposed, limbs sticking up in all directions. The only thing missing is his tongue hanging out of his mouth! And his tail's wagging, leg still kicking enthusiastically; it's obvious that Sam discovered a weak spot.

So he keeps it up, his hands working vigorously to thoroughly rub and scratch every inch of Gene's long belly. But eventually, Sam's arms start to burn with the exertion, and he slows down, making his way back up to Gene's chest. And finally he just lets himself flop forward unceremoniously, burying his face in the soft, fluffy fur.

... and there, he can hear it. The mighty beat of a large heart, beating in a magnificent creature's chest.

.... his lover's chest.

Despite being slightly out of breath, Sam stills, captivated by that sensation.*
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*As Sam collapses onto his chest, Gene goes limp also, panting to catch his breath. He can feel Sam spread over him like a blanket, and if that's isn't the most comforting thing in the world.

He closes his eyes, the human smile behind the wolf's face only just making it through. And, unbidden, a low soft purr rumbles through his chest. This is all so.... Different. Impossible, Gene'd thought. That someone could be here with him at this time of the month... That they could be so close. Touching him like this. Gentle, loving. It's almost beyond his comprehension.*
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*For a few beautiful moments, their breathing syncs up. Then, Sam can feel the purr rumble through Gene's chest, reverberating right through him. He raises his head to look up, to see the relaxed expression on the wolf's face.

Again, Sam is struck by how different this situation is to how it was a month ago. Back then, the wolf's face had been creased with pain, blood staining his snout, his fangs, his fur... He'd been trembling, weakly pressed up against Sam's front.

And now look at him...

Sam smiles, reaching out to gently stroke Gene's chin, and his exposed throat. He knows enough about animals to realise how much of a sign of trust this - all of this - is.*
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*Sams right, it's a sign of trust. There's no other person in the world Gene would allow to do this. To be this close. There's nobody else Gene would roll over for. It's stunning to Gene as well. The fact that he's okay with this. That he's enjoying it.

Gene can feel Sams weight over him, his hand stroking his throat, his chin...

And that's where a small spike of worry hits Gene. Sams hand is so close to his mouth... To his teeth...

Instinctively, Gene tilts his head away from Sam, suddenly very aware of the proximity of sams skin to his teeth.*
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*Sam doesn't quite realise that Gene is getting worried - tilting his head away exposes his throat more, and that was what Ivanhoe always did when he was really enjoying Sam's ministrations - but he doesn't get any closer to his teeth either. Instead, Sam strokes down Gene's cheek, before burying both his hands in Gene's mane.

The mane - now that he's thinking about it, it fascinates him. He's seen pictures of wolves, of course, and he knows they're different from dogs. But this kind of mane... Sam hasn't seen anything like it before. Not that he expected a werewolf to look exactly like a normal wolf (hell, he had no idea what to expect), but... it still strikes him as unique.

Warren must've thought the same...

Sam's hands twitch at the thought. Shit, why does his mind have to keep returning to that scum...!? He breathes a slightly frustrated sigh, sitting up quickly and giving Gene's belly a pat.*

C'mon then, this can't be all that comfortable for you.
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*with his mind off the tea, Gene rolls back over and pushes himself up onto his four legs. Realising he really is thirsty, Gene pads over to the water again and laps some up before heading back to Sam and settling back down.

Sam woke from a dream before... So maybe he wants to go back to sleep...? Gene'll happily be his pillow if he wants.

Though the flask coming out makes Gene wonder if Sams intending to stay up.

With no way to ask, Gene cocks his head and gives a short questioning whine.*
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*As Gene gets up, Sam painfully realises that the absence of the large wolf next to him makes him feel cold. Shivering, he reaches for the flask again, unscrewing it and taking a few sips while Gene is busy over by the water tub. He feels strangely unsettled now... he can't get the thought of Warren out of his head. That monster so very nearly had his way... It's a miracle Sam is able to watch Gene like this, stood up in his full glory.

Sam screws the lid back onto the bottle and puts it back in his bag just as Gene returns. As soon as the wolf settles down next to him again, Sam can feel his anxiety dying down, the warmth radiating from the large body seeping into Sam's blood and bones. He gives a content, almost relieved little sigh as he leans back against the wolf's side - but then he hears Gene's whine and looks up.*

Hm? What's wrong?

*Does Gene need something...?*
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*Damn... This is one of those moments where Gene misses his speech. Wolf lips are rather inconvenient.

Unable to think of a way to ask Sam if he's staying up or snoozing again, Gene just settles down, his body leaning ever so slightly into the warmth of Sam next to him. Giving it one more go, he nudges Sam with his nose and gives a small upwards grunt. The doggy version of "?"*
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*Sam blinks as Gene nudges him. This... looks like a question. But what is he asking? Bloody hell, mind reading would be a useful skill to have right now...

However... the way Gene's settled down properly, leaning against Sam, along with his half-expectant gaze... it gives Sam an idea of what he might be asking. Hopefully he's right!*

... What now, you mean?

*Sam settles back as well, getting a bit more comfortable.*

Well, s'the middle of the night... *he glances at his watch* We've got a good few hours to go yet, I think.

*At this, he yawns.*

... I suppose I should try and get some more sleep, seeing as I'll be the one driving later...

*He reaches out, ruffling up the fur between Gene's ears*

You don't mind, right?
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*miraculously Sam seems to understand. Partially anyway! Relieved, Gene nods, a yawn stretching his own Jaws wide open. They clap shut, his tongue lapping out to brush his whiskers back, and he settles back down. Sams hand brushing his fur - Gene knows once Sam's asleep that'll stop - so he rests his head down by Sam's leg within easy reach for him to keep going. And as before, Gene's tail flops around and over Sam like a blanket. He can't have Sam getting cold.*
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*Seeing Gene nod is... weird. An animal, making such a human gesture...

But then, the wolf yawns, and for a few seconds Sam stares straight at a row of not particularly sharp, but nonetheless respect-inducing teeth. Bloody hell, if Gene were to bite someone... He'd easily be breaking bones.

The thought makes Sam shiver beside himself. He knows Gene never would.

But would the wolf...?

Before Sam can get lost down that path, Gene shifts once again - his head coming to rest right next to Sam, and his tail draping itself across him. Just like that, they're all settled.

Sam can't help but smile, his hand still in Gene's fur, stroking and scritching.*

... all right then.

*Sam relaxes once more, allowing his eyes to slide shut again. And as soon as he does, it hits him how tired he is. No wonder, that - it is the middle of the night, and he got a couple hours of snoozing in at best. They'll both be shattered once morning dawns...

But for now, Sam lets himself be lulled back into sleep by the warmth surrounding him, the slight breeze of Gene's breathing brushing against his side, and the sensation of those deep breaths along the beat of a big, strong heart.*
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*Gene is similarly lulled by Sam's presence - it's still so unusual, having someone with him while he's waiting this out. It's so bizarre. But God, it's nice.

Gene relaxes, allowing Sam to sink into his fur. He winders what it must feel like... He's only ever been inside the wolf skin, never outside of it. What does it feel like, to rest up against him like this?

He guesses he'll have to ask Sam later. He's the only one besides the hunters that'll know. He wonders if Sam realise what a rare thing that is.

He takes a deep sigh, closing his eyes. He'll attempt to doze now. Usually the transformation happens around five thirty am... Still a while to go.

It's a few more hours until anything happens. Gene doesn't really sleep, but with Sam pressed against him, breathing slow and deep, Gene doesn't feel the need to move around. He's content just lying there, listening to the sound of Sam next to him. Feeling the weight against his side. It's a far cry from the discomfort of lying on the cramped shed floor in the middle of the woods.

But eventually, he starts to feel it. The moon's energy waning. The strength starts to seep from his muscles, the hold the wolf has over his body weakening. The time's getting close...

He has to warn Sam.

Gene shifts, a low uncomfortable noise rumbling through his chest. Sam needs to wake up now... Gene isn't sure how much time he's got...*
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*Sam manages to sleep through the next few hours undisturbed, safe in the wolf's embrace. Despite everything that happened, and everything both he and Gene now associate with this kind of situation, Sam feels safe. Content.

That is, until Gene shifts. Sam wakes up immediately, flinching at Gene's low rumble.*

Wh-wha--!?

*His eyes, bleary with sleep, shoot over to the door, but no one's there... so what's wrong, why is Gene--?

Suddenly, he remembers, glances at his watch. 5:28am... so....

Awake now and sitting up properly, Sam takes in Gene's stance. He seems tense... Sam's seen this before.*

You-- you're changing back?
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