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Running with the Pack - 50. Chapter 50

Ethan and Aiden swam hand in hand, enjoying the tropical lagoon’s crystal clear water. Under the watchful eye of their snorkeling and scuba instructor, the pair marveled at the vast variety of life. Ethan felt perfectly at home; much more so than Aiden. Brightly colored fish would come out to investigate the couple only to vanish back into the coral as the two approached. When Ethan dove below the surface by himself, a single clown fish emerged from the safety of a sea anemone and swam to him. It waved its way through his fingers and briefly stopped in front of Ethan’s mask as if to say “Hello.” After another breath of air, he dove once more. Aquatic creatures in brilliant yellows and vibrant blues came out to join the single clown fish swimming with Ethan. As he reached his hand out near the coral, even more of the water’s inhabitants joined the young Elemental. Three seahorses approached and wrapped their tails around his fingers, only letting go when he had to return topside. Aiden and the instructor watched with fascination as they floated on the surface, awed by how nature responded to Ethan’s presence.

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The flight had been very long and after eighteen hours in the air and one layover in Los Angeles, Aiden, Ethan, and their entourage stepped off the plane into a tropical paradise. The views ensured everyone it was worth it. A forty minutes boat ride to their final destination, and they could finally relax. The Australian/New Zealand Solaris and Lunaris Councils had graciously offered the use of a private island resort they jointly owned. It was off the western coast of Fiji’s main landmass. The trip made for a nice additional wedding present, so the young couple could have a truly relaxing and private honeymoon. The ten-acre atoll had five guest bungalows spread out across the best section of its white-sand beaches. The full-time staff took care of all the cooking and cleaning. A snorkeling or scuba instructor was on hand for the more adventurous who wanted to explore the delicate reefs surrounding them. Aiden and Ethan had the place for two weeks before they would travel to New Zealand and Australia, acting as ambassadors to build ties between the American Lycan Council and their South Pacific counterparts.

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Stepping onto the deck of their bungalow overlooking the lagoon, Ethan and Aiden laid on a lounge chair after their relaxing swim in the warm water. Trevor, Casey, Darius, and Cody were still out in the water, snorkeling with the other instructor. The four were near one of the reefs. Cuddling against his mate, Ethan looked to the western horizon. Aiden smiled at his pup, seeing the happy and content look on his face, as he watched their friends splashing around.

Ethan rested his head on Aiden’s chest, casually running his fingers through the dense fur. “Could it possibly get any better than this?”

“If it can, I really don’t see how. A tropical beach, a gentle breeze, and the man I love with all my heart.”

“I never thought it would be this much fun to swim in a lagoon or dive with the fish.” Ethan pressed himself even closer to his mate. “I didn’t think I’d ever see something like this in person.”

“It’s amazing how everything responded to you. That clown fish really liked you, and those seahorses took to you very quickly.”

“I could feel all the life around me and how it interacts with the water, but mostly I could feel you.”

“With all the fish swimming around you, I could feel something more than I normally do. I’m not sure what it was, but there was something there. I definitely felt your happiness.”

Ethan followed their friends’ activities while never lifting his head off Aiden’s chest. “I’m glad we brought them with us. It’s fun watching the guys out there. I know it’s our honeymoon, but it wouldn’t have felt right leaving them home.”

“I know I could protect you from most anything and with your gifts you can easily defend yourself, but I don’t think we would have gotten far without them. They take their duties of protection very seriously, even if they try to make it look like they don’t. You’re right through. It wouldn’t have felt right leaving them at home. They’re a part of our family and a part of us. We just have to get them well trained for when the time comes that they become babysitters for our kids.”

“I like the idea of having kids with you. I know your Dad and Marsha want to eventually become grandparents.”

“We’ve got several options when we decide it’s time. We can adopt or use a surrogate. We have one offer, and I’m sure there would be others willing to help.”

“If we asked one of the lunis she-wolves, would that increase the chances the pup would be a lunis? I kind of want at least one of each.

“As far as I know, the odds are the same regardless what type the parent is. I think it would be cute having little lunis and lupus Elemental pups running around.”

“I guess until we decide to use alternate methods of having kids, we’ll just have to keep trying the old fashioned way.”

Aiden laughed at Ethan’s comment and enthusiasm.

“Who would have ever thought that getting kicked out of the house would end up making all my dreams come true? Not only do I have you, but I have your world now.”

“Seems like it was destined to always be your world from the start.” Aiden kissed the top of his pup’s head. “That horizon out there is our future. We may not know what is just beyond it, but it is going to be a wonderful journey getting there at each other’s side.”

Ethan straddled his mate’s waist. “You’ve been my future since the day a black wolf found me.” He leaned in to passionately kiss the man he loved. “Thanks to you I found who I am, and I can hold my head high as we run with our pack.”

It's with a smile of accomplishment and a single tear of sadness that I announce this is the final chapter of Running with the Pack. I would like to thank each and every one of you who took the time to read this as well as all those that have commented and sent me messages. While I'm saying Chapter 50 is the last chapter of this book, it's not the end of the story. I never in my wildest dreams thought it would come this far, let alone become so popular. That is in part due to all of you for keeping me motivated to reach this point.
I can't thank @Carlos Hazday enough for all his hard work editing this. The rewrite wouldn't be what it is without him and I couldn't be more proud of how it turned out.
Thank you,
Wolf
Running with the Pack, WolfM, 2012-2016, All Rights Reserved
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On 07/19/2016 09:31 AM, avidreadr said:

Thank you so much for this wonderful story and these great characters. I would definitely love more of this story. However, being there are already 50 chapters I don't see a problem with Running with the Pack, Book 2.

Thanks you Avid for all your support. With 50 chapters and never missing a week of posting, I need a little break to plot out the future of this band of characters.

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On 07/19/2016 09:35 AM, TylorD43 said:

Thanks for sharing the story. The twilight series got alot of people interested in Vampires and Werewolves. I have always loved werewolves as well as ancient magic and myths. I loved this story and look forward to 'Running with the Pack: The further adventures of Aiden and Ethan'.

Thank you Taylor. It has been a pleasure to share this with you and all the readers.

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On 07/19/2016 10:34 AM, Dgo said:

I'm new to the site but fell in love with your writing from the start! It's a great ending to this "chapter" of their life. Can't wait to read as the deal with parenthood/pack issues as an alpha pair!

Thank you Dgo. :)

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On 07/19/2016 10:44 AM, Mochatyger said:

Thank you for sharing this wonderful story with us. I look forward to a possible continuation of Aiden and Ethan's story or further development of Corey, Darius and Cody's relationship.

Thank you Mochatyger :)

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On 07/19/2016 11:11 AM, FlyOnTheWall said:

I just read all 50 chapters in 2 weeks. Wow! I've never really been into this genre but you hooked me in from the first chapter! I can't wait to see what happens next (Please hurry!!!)

Thank you Fly for the incredible compliment. :)

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Wow...um, wow. I honestly never thought it would come to a stopping point. This is how I have gotten through my Mondays for so long, knowing I would end the day with a chapter to read. I desperately hope you get inspiration soon and Aiden, Ethan, and the boys won't stop talking in your head!

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On 07/19/2016 11:37 AM, shade456 said:

Noooooooooo!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! It can't finish why cant you just keep writing until your hand fall off lol

Man I loved this story! Let us know when you start a new story

Thank you Shade :) Some weeks it did feel like my hands would fall off. lol. I hope to figure soon where I want to take this.

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On 07/19/2016 12:01 PM, Lux Apollo said:

It's been quite the run, indeed. Thank you for sharing your talent and inspiration with us through this wonderful story. Looking forward to seeing more from you, whether it's with these guys or beyond into other stories and other worlds. Cheers! :D

Thank you Lux. All of you have made it a pleasure to get to this point.

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On 07/19/2016 12:07 PM, rbenn55 said:

Wow from November till now where has the time gone. Mondays will seem... like Mondays now. Let the well that is your prose rejuvenate and may the characters in your head pester you until you have no choice to write their story. It has been years since I felt sad a story was ending (even it is temporary).Until we meet again... *insert scene of riding into the sunset* :thankyou::thankyou::2thumbs::read::hug::hug: but

Thank you Rbenn, for your continual support and for being one of several that helped me catch errors. :)

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On 07/19/2016 12:19 PM, Normischell said:

Wow...um, wow. I honestly never thought it would come to a stopping point. This is how I have gotten through my Mondays for so long, knowing I would end the day with a chapter to read. I desperately hope you get inspiration soon and Aiden, Ethan, and the boys won't stop talking in your head!

Thank you Norm. At time I honestly didn't think it would reach this point. After having these guys running around in my head for so long (4 years since I started writing this), they won't just quietly fade into the mist I'm sure.

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On 07/19/2016 12:33 PM, JustinJPCF said:

.. I have seriously come to the conclusion that when stories touch readers like this and many others have, regardless of the fictional nature of the story, they are in fact a valid, very real experience. I sincerely, solemnly thank you for having weaved this so masterfully into the fabric of my life Wolf. :worship::music::thumbup::thankyou:

Justin, Thank you for that. It has been a joy to me to share this story and these characters that seem like old friends with everyone.

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Geeezzzzz Wolf... :no: trying to come to grips with not looking forward to your Monday updates of love, suspense, and adventure...what shall we do??? The story was absolutely amazing, with your depictions of all the guys have gone through...was like a wonderful "breathe of imagination" for us...we were constantly trying to imagine what new revelations the next chapter would entail and kept enthralled with every character, from Ethan and Aiden to even the little pups!!! Thank you, Wolf :wub:...the journey has been fabulous.. :D Thank you for sharing your amazing writing skills and imagination!!!!!! :thankyou:

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