Were you going to eat that? (Goblin)

[Zero]

Gavin couldn't help himself, the wolf fell back into hysterical laughter at the request for help. Gilroy wanted him to pull thorns out of his scrawny hide? It was the funniest thing he'd ever heard. Sure, it was the large male's fault the poor pup had a rump full of briar thorns, but that didn't mean that the black wolf intended to make it right.

"You haven't even tried to get them out yourself."

[GoblinFae]

'As far as you know,' Gilroy groused back, voice filled with attitude. He whined and whimpered glancing back at his rear before looking back to Gavin. 'Please Alpha,' he beseached with wide eyes, 'it hurts so badly.'

[Zero]

Gavin managed to stop laughing, but he gave the smaller male a huff. "I am not pulling thorns out of your ass with my mouth, forget it." No freaking way was he going to do it, nope, not happening.

Standing the large male wolf shook himself slightly, still feeling rather content and languid. He had a good meal, and he'd found himself some company - whiney and annoying company - but beggars couldn't be choosers.

[GoblinFae]

Gilroy sighed softly, still whining quietly deep in his throat as he tried to settle down for rest. The small wolf could not keep from fidgeting around though as each new movement made another thorn known. He worried about shifting back into his more vulnerable human form for two reasons.

The first was because he feared his new alpha's reaction to his small, boyish form. He did not think he could handle ridicule on top of everything else at that moment. The second was due to his concern that the thorns may drive deeper into his rear with the shift. It had been too long since he had last changed over, so much so that he could not recall when last it was he walked on two feet. Gilroy had no doubt his next change would be a rather uncomfortable one. He did not need to add thorns to the mix.

He waited a few more minutes before pitifully licking and nuzzling at Gavin's cheek. "Please alpha? I can't reach and..." Gilroy shifted his gaze away, not wishing to reveal more weakness by letting the larger wolf know of his reservations about shifting.

[Zero]

Gavin honestly wouldn't have been too worried about Gilroy's human form being small or boyish, at least not to make fun of him. He'd have been far more interested in something else. Of course, he didn't know the fears that the younger male had about changing his forms. He'd have laughed at the poor smaller male if he did know.

The pitiful licking and nuzzling had the large male huffing softly before he shook his fur out again and let his wolf features fade and change into those of a handsome man, young and in his prime of life, his shaggy black hair and golden eyes making his human form reminiscent of his wolf one.

His voice croaked softly as he wasn't used to speaking, but after working his mouth a little Gavin's deep voice laughed out. Being human felt so weird how did they stand it? After a moment he sat down, stark naked but not concerned with that, he was used to being naked, after all.

"Alright, alright. Come here, and be careful where you put your feet."

[GoblinFae]

The russet wolf watched in awe as Gavin shifted so effortlessly into his human form. His eyes widened as he stared openly, disbelieving how strong and handsome the other male was. Gilroy shivered to hear his deep voice that dripped with calm command. The little wolf realized now just how hopeless it was for him to fight his alpha. There was no beating someone born to lead.

"Makes me look like a baby," he mused, not realizing his thoughts had bled over their bond to be heard by his alpha.

Taking care to not injure himself further while obeying as quickly as possibly, Gilroy scurried to his feet clumsily. Tail and head lowered, he shuffled to stand sideways in front of Gavin, smaller than the man even as he sat in human form.

"So pathetic," he whimpered, his ears laying flat on the back of his skull.

[Zero]

Gavin's smirk stretched from ear to ear as he heard Gilroy's thoughts enter his mind. Now he was really curious to see his little red companion's human form. Maybe he'd have to find a way to convince the younger male to reveal his less furry side.

When the small male stood in front of his lap, he grinned and wrapped his arms around Gilroy, pulling the wolf into his lap. "Maybe you are just a bit pathetic." He snickered as his hands ran softly through the russet fur, seeking out thorns and finding the first, lightly plucked it. "Try not to wiggle too much."

[GoblinFae]

Gilroy yelped in surprise, having not expected to be suddenly situated in his alpha's lap. Gavin had warned him not to step on him so he had assumed the larger male did not want them touching. He kept very still though beneath the gentle touches that ruffled his fur but otherwise made him feel good. Even as the first thorn was plucked out, Gilroy only huffed at the pain and moved his head to nuzzle between Gavin's arm and side.

He was forever grateful though that blushing was impossible for a wolf as Gavin could not see his embarrassment at not only having his thoughts heard but also agreed upon. There was absolutely no way now in his mind that Gilroy was going to allow the stronger and more dominant male see him in any form other than wolf. It would be too much of a humiliation to be seen as the gangly boy with a baby-face that he was. He was sure that inability to truly properly care for himself would only make him appear much younger and smaller than he was meant to be to begin with.

"Thank you my alpha," he stated quite honestly, wishing Gavin to know just how thankful he was for the assistance.

[Zero]

The younger wolf probably didn't realize it, but as Gavin's hands moved over and through his russet coat, the large man was evaluating his new subordinate. He noticed the poor body and coat condition, but with proper nutrition that would clear up all on its own. Each thorn was careful plucked as his fingers brushed across it. There were plenty of them, the poor pup had gotten stuck pretty good. That was his fault, or was it Gilroy's fault for his defiance? Something to think about.

"As Alpha it's my job to protect and take care of my pack." His tone was matter-of-fact about it. It was the alpha male's job to defend and see to the care of those that depended on his strength. Once he was sure that the thorns were gone he let his fingers run over Gilroy again and again, gently massaging the weakened muscles. The small wolf was adorable the way he'd nuzzled his head against his side like that.

[GoblinFae]

The young wolf unconsciously melted under the stronger man's caresses. His eyes drooped closed in relaxation as even the stings of the removed thorns was drowned out by warmth and comfort. By the time Gavin had finished, Gilroy was in a complete state of peaceful calm.

Lazily a hazel eye slid open to peek up before Gilroy suddenly sat up in Gavin's lap and moved to lick the man's cheek. "You are a good Alpha. Thank you for your kindness," he thought to the other male even as he nuzzled his face into the crook of the warm, furless neck in front of him in a sign of appreciation. Lulled by a sated belly and a gentle touch, Gilroy was already feeling less wary and more willing to please. How long that would last though given his penchant for attitude was indeterminable.

[Zero]

Gavin had been content to work his fingers over Gilroy's body, a smug gleam to his eyes as he worked the little wolf into a happy pile of fluff. That was until the small red wolf sat up and licked his cheek, causing him to scrunch his face up a little. Being called a good alpha did make his chest swell a little with pride, though he hasn't sure about that kindness bit.

"Don't you dare go thinking I'm going to be all soft on your or something." There could have been a lot more bite to his words, but it was hard when his arms had wrapped around the little wolf in his lap, fingers gently teasing through the fur.

[GoblinFae]

Gilroy snorted unintentionally, his eyes rolling effortlessly. "As if you could be," he thought aloud before he could stop himself. As soon as the wolf remembered Gavin could hear him, his gaze shifted downward as he attempted to curl back up in his Alpha's lap and appear small and insignificant. He was mentally kicking himself for possibly and unintentionally re-provoking the larger wolf's anger.

[Zero]

Gavin's lips turned into a slightly cruel smirk at the words that glided so defiantly across his mind. Amber eyes flashed as they watched the little wolf huddle down in his lap. One of his large hands moved to stroke over Gilroy's head and down to his shoulders a couple times before lightly gripping and squeezing the scruff.

"Are you saying I'm incapable of gentleness?" He teased softly, squeezing just a little bit harder before letting go and petting the red wolf's head and neck again gently.

[GoblinFae]

The grip on his scruff though not painful served as warning enough. Gilroy was thankful therefore when it was released and soothing hands once more took up the act of making him feel relaxed. He was mentally tripping over himself though to respond, still concerned about finding himself in trouble with the other male.

"No Alpha! Just that you're not going soft. Please forgive me!"

[Zero]

A deep, rumbling laugh caused Gavin's chest to vibrate softly as he stroked the panicked male in his lap. It was weird, petting another wolf, but Gilroy seemed to be enjoying it. It was also really amusing to see him tripping over himself to please him - or at least to not piss him off. Pushing the small wolf out of his lap he dropped his hands to the ground as his body to shifted back into the large black wolf.

"Let's find somewhere comfortable to curl up for a nap. Can't beat a good nap after good food."

[GoblinFae]

The moment that Gavin was a wolf again, Gilroy was brushing his body up against his Alpha, reaffirming they were pack and that the dark wolf was in charge. He nuzzled side and shoulder alike even as he listened to Gavin's directives.

"I know a place!" he chirped before he realized he had volunteered the information. His ears flicked back and forth as he waited for Gavin to ridicule him and cuff him. Gilroy still felt nervous around the greater wolf and while he wished desperately to appease him until a time when he could make a run for it, the russet wolf was still stick with Gavin until. then and he did not fancy being a chewtoy in the mean time.

[Zero]

Gavin was rumbling happily as Gilroy rubbed against his body, mingling their scents in a pleasant way that would alert others that they belonged together. Too bad he only had one wolf to scent in such a way, but maybe with time they'd gather some more followers.

The large wolf turned his head, peering at his little red companion as he declared he knew a place to rest. Well wasn't that convenient? Stretching his head forward he nuzzled Gilroy's neck lightly. "So what are you waiting for? Let's see this place you know."

[GoblinFae]

Gilroy yipped in excitement and shot off like an arrow, feet pounding against the turf. With food in his belly he was feeling more energetic than he had in a long while and he wanted to run. Granted it was not as fast as full potential but it was still quick and he reveled in the feel of the wind in his fur as he became a red streak to the untrained eye.

"This way," he called out gleefully to Gavin, cutting a sharp corner around a tree and nearly running into one close behind it as he banked to the right.

[Zero]

Oh that was the wrong thing to do. Amber eyes blazed as they watched Gilroy run off in a blur of red fur. Instincts kicked in immediately and without a second thought the large black wolf bolted after his quarry, huge paws pounding into the dirt. It took effort to quell his need to chase and catch his prey, in the end it was still only subdued as he continued the chase.

Gavin zipped through the sharp turns with a powerful and measured stride, keeping pace on the smaller wolf, but not attempting to actually catch him yet, he was enjoying the chase. He let his voice ooze into Gilroy's mind, practically purring with devious promise. "It is usually a bad idea to run from a dominant wolf, little pup. When I catch you I expect a reward for my triumph."

[GoblinFae]

A shiver ran down his spine at hearing his alpha's voice so sensually within his mind. The words themselves though sent him tripping clumsily over his own paws, colliding with the dirt with a heavy thud that caused his teeth to click sharply shut. Gavin was right, he had forgotten that one should never run from a wolf unless they knew they could for sure outrun them. Traditionally a superior wolf led a run to ensure that no conflict occurred.

He tried to struggle back to his feet, knowing that Gavin could be on top of him in a matter of seconds now regardless of how fast Gilroy fought to get back to his feet. "Reward?" he gulped, not liking the sound of that one bit.