The Lost She wolf

The "Crash"

Chapter 5 The "Crash"

20 years ago

    “Please Hazel, the pack will be fine for one weekend.  You can leave Christoph in charge he will have it covered.” Stephen pleaded with his wife.

“I don’t know Steph. You know since the baby was born there have been more threats. They think I am weak now because I became a mother. I am not and my daughter will always see what it looks like to be a strong leader and woman.” 

“She will know a strong woman because you are her mother. The danger will always be there because you are the most powerful Alpha in the Northwest.  I am just asking for one trip to see my family.  They haven’t even met the baby yet.” Hazel hated to see her love so upset. She knew it was important to see them as well and for Vi to meet her Uncle and Aunt.  

“Alright love, we can go. Let me get some loose ends tied up and we will leave for Vale  in the morning.” Stephen bent over and kissed Hazel on the forehead. 

“Thank you Hazy. You are the best partner anyone could ask for. I will call Scott in the morning and get everything together.” Stephen left the room and Hazel to a deep breath.

“Looks like you and I have a big day tomorrow. You get to meet your Uncle and Aunty. They are going to love you so much.” She says to the beautiful green-eyed girl nursing.  She strokes her red hair absentmindedly while she reads over the last papers of the day.

            The pack stands to wave their Alpha and Lunar off. “Christoph, you have the envelope and box we talked about right?”

“Yes, Alpha.” Christoph reply’s as the little toe head escapes his grasp. He runs to the baby in the car seat. 

“Baby go bye-bye!  I miss you, baby!” He says and kisses her on the top of the head. 

            Hazel bends down and says “She will miss you too Eli.  You always take good care of baby Violet.  She will see you again soon then you can play with her.” She ruffles the toddler's hair with a smile. Eli looks up and says with all the authority he can muster. “I will be babies warrior I promise.” Puffing out his chest and strutting back to his father.  Christoph and Hazel look at each other and laugh.

“Remember what I said about the boarders. Especially around Anthony Lake.  We must keep it well protected.”

“Yes, Alpha. They know the drill. Now we must get on the road.” Stephen says taking the car seat and placing their six-week-old into the car.  “We want to make it there before lunch."

            They decided to take the scenic route down the US-26.  Hazel loved that route best, away from most of the traffic. The ride was uneventful until one and half hours in when a car came zooming in behind them. Nudging the car. 

“Keep driving!” Hazel yelled and turned in her seat to get a better look.  What she saw shook her to her core. “How did he know where to find us?”

“Honey we got more company!” Exclaimed Stephen.  Soon two more black SUV’s were in front of them.  One SUV slowed to get alongside them nudging the wheels so they swerve towards the ditch. “s**t!” 

            The baby started crying “It’s okay Vi, momma’s right here.” Suddenly the SUV slams on its brakes and yanks the wheel stopping perpendicular to the road blocking their path. Stephen slammed on the brakes sending Hazel flying into the dashboard. Her head is reeling and everything is spinning. She turns to Stephen rage in her eyes. “Stephen you must run take Vi and run!”

“I won’t leave you. I can’t.” Stephen says as he sees the men menacingly heading their way.

“You must save Vi. I will catch up to you I know your sent.  But you must go.”  Hazel grabs the baby kisses her quickly and sends her away with her human mate. I hope I can save you she thought. As she gets out of the car and phases in the road.

    She is snarling at the man with jet black hair and yellow eyes.  As he walks calmly towards her. “Now Hazel is that any way to treat an old friend?” 

            A growl rips through her. Making the other two men tremble. “Where did your mate go with that sweet new pup of yours? We had a present for her.” He says with a malicious grin.  With that Hazel was blinded with rage and lunged towards the man. He was quick and got out of her way. Then grabbed something out of his pocket.  It was shiny and pointed. Just as Hazel figured out what it was he threw it hitting her in the heart.  A yelp of pain escaped her mouth as she phased back into her human form. Looking down at her chest was the silver dagger embedded into her heart. 

“Bacchus” was the last words out of Hazel’s lips before the life left her body.