A Violent Past

 

 

Alura,Tequila,Solaris,Scarlett,Cobie,Sahara,Monroe,Jenna,Akira,Steele,     Rohn,Venus,Iris,Sapphire,Sisqo,Balto,Hugo,Kim,Desta,Taylor,Alfina, Atlantis, Kodi, Alexsandra,Marquita,Shaolin,Soleil, Mannuel, Avalon, Atina marie, Corbin Valentine,Apolla and Omarion Cross, Clara and Antonio Valentine

 

These Charactors are all copyrighted property of Joe Hammond February 2009, Wolfpaws 2008 and 2009, and Universal Studios 1995-2004

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Prologue

August 17,1941, Two years after the marriage of Alura and Solaris and the birth of their eight children. everything was going grand for the new family. it was a nice Sunday morning, the town of nome was more busy than ever and dogs were busy aswell

Alexsandra and Steele are now dating. ever since their first meeting at the birthing of her grandaughters children, they have been growing closer and closer together.  As for the children, they also have grown. They have now grown into their own individual personalities.
 

 

Alexsandra - Amazing, this place is beautiful. Well.

Steele - Yeah it's okay, It gets pretty boring after awhile though. I lived here almost my entire life so it's nothing special to me

 

Alexsandra - where should we go to now?

 

At that moment Alexsandra was cutt of by a familiar voice.

 

Sapphire - Hello nana.

 

Alexsandra- Hola mi gran nieta, where are the others?

 

 

Sapphire - They are all headed to uncle balto's ship, while I stay here and look around.

 

Steele - (confused) - Looking around for what, You been around long enough to know what's around you.

 

Sapphire - Well I guess people like you wouldn't understand anyway, so why bother to explain?

 

Alexsandra -(whispering to Steele) - gee, I wonder where she got that from?

Steele - (whispering back) - I know I see it to, she's acting just like her aunt Ashanti but ten times worse.

 

Alexsandra - Your right, if she's anything like ashanti then they've got more than their paws full.

 

Sapphire - I hope you know I can here you, my ears are ultra sensitive. I could here a pin drop thousands of miles away.

Alexsandra - Well that's great, uhmm I think we'll meet your mother at balto's.

 

 

Sapphire - Fine, I got better things to do anyway.....Ciao...

 

Sapphire went walking off with her head held high and her amazing fur blowing in the wind.

 

 

 

 Steele - So on that note, what do you want to do?

Alexsandra - Steele?, I just wanted to thank you for everything your did,you truly are a great dog.

 Steele - I just wanted to make you happy.


 



 













 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Chapter One: The Family

Back at balto's  ship, everyone was out having fun on the beach and enjoying a nice picnic.
Jenna's pups were now fully grown adults while Alura's was just entering adult hood, but they still acted like puppies on ocassion.
 


 

Iris - (yelling) - MOMMMMMMM!!!

 



 

Alura and Solaris came running at the sound of their daughters cries.
 

 

Alura - What is it sweetie.

Iris -(crying) - Rohn got mud and sand all over me. It's  sticking to my fur and I can't get it out!!!

Solaris -  Not again?

Alura - You go talk to Rohn while I stay here with Iris.

Solaris - Alright fine, I'll go handle it.

Alura - Thank you.

 

At that moment Venus  came  running down from the other side of the  beach.

 


 

Venus - Rohn again huh?

 

Alura - Yep!, I can't see why you guys love to pick on Iris so much just because she the youngest, I was young just like her. I know what it's like to picked on by your older brother, trust me your uncle use to do it all the time.

 

Venus - Okay, but that doesn't mean you have to pet her up and baby her all the time. showering her with gifts and giving her everything she wants. at this rate she's never going to grow up and understand that life is not about getting your way all the time and knowing that you have to learn how to live and survive on this earth. I would've thought that you of all people would know that.

 

Alura - So now your a theropest all of a sudden?

 

Venus - No, I'm just saying it's about time for you to let go and let her grow up to figure things out on her own. life isn't about getting your way alll the time, look what happened with Aunt Ashanti, she completely lost it.

Alura - When did you get so smart?

Venus -  I'm the goddess of love and beauty remember?

Alura - Your begining to sound more and more like me everyday.

Venus - Of course, your my inspiration.

 





 

After that, Solaris was on his was to talk to his son Rohn about his rude behavior.

 

 

 

Solaris -(upset) - Rohn!!! Rohn!!! Where are you?

 

 

Rohn was over at balto's home talking to Sahara, when they, they instantly fell in love with each other.

 

 

Solaris - Rohn get over here!!!

 

Rohn -(talking to sahara) - I'm sorry but I gotta go, my dad is calling me and he sounds angry.

Sahara - Oh okay, hey!!! are we still on for tomorrow?

Rohn - You bet!!!

Sahara - Okay see yah later!!!

 

 

 

Rohn ran back down towards the beach to see what his father wanted. he was very upset and frustrated.

 


 

 

Rohn - Now what was so important that you had to call me all the way down here for.

Solaris - (angry) - Well now thanks to you your sister has to spend the rest of the day taking a bath.

Rohn - But dad, I was just having a little bit of fun, you do remeber fun don't

Solaris - Not if it means hurting my sister no.

Rohn -  Papa please, I'm really Sorry.

Solaris - That's not  going  to Rohn, your not a puppy anymore so stop acting like it.

Rohn - Yes sir!

Solaris - Good, your dismissed, now go and apologize to Iris.

Rohn - Why would I want to do that?

Solaris - Because your her older brother, now go and apologize!!

Rohn - Alright 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Chapter Two: Ending Day

The day is almost ending and everyone is growing tired. They prepared the food to be eatin inside balto's home. Family and friends alike joining in on all the fun.

 

 

Scarlett -This has been the best day ever.

Sahara - Yeah I agree with you on that one sis. it's great to be able to spend time with family and friends.

Sapphire - Don't forget about spending time with your boyfriend.

Sahara - (confused) - what are you talking about? You don't have a boyfriend?

Sapphire - No! but you do.

Sahara - What!!

Mannuel - seriously hermana, we all know that you and Rohn are seeing each other.

Alfina - What!!! when did all of this happen?

Venus - I think it was last week.

Alura - Really. oh how wonderful.

Rohn - Mom stop it, your embarassing me.

Akira - It's okay, our mom did same thing to monroe. he used to get so upset  whenever someone mentioned Avalon.

Monroe - And as I said before, we were nothing more than just friends.

Iris - Who's Avalon?

Alura - She was Monroe's first crush, and his first girlfriend.

Tequila - Right, I almost forgot about her.

Atlantis - I remember my first girlfriend.

Alfina - Oh you do don't you, and who was that?

Solaris - Dad, I don't think mentioning your ex is a good thing.

Sapphire - Especialy when your already with someone else.

Atlantis -(Nervous)- Uhmm! right, Alfina I think it's time for us to go.

Alfina - Why avoid the conversation?

Atlantis - I just don't feel confortable talking right now.

Solaris - Dad are you alright?

Alantis - I'll be fine, I just got alot on my mind right now.

Jenna - Oh please stay, we love having you here.

Alfina - No I think we better go.

Balto - Well I hope that everyone had fun tonight.

Tequila - My family and I  enjoyed it very much.

Balto - Well thanks for coming by, I enjoyed the company. I hardly get many visits here out on the beach.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Daybreak is fastly approaching and everyone is waking from a nights well deserved rest. Alura and Tequila were the first to rise up to the early morning.

 

 

Alura - Good morning mom, did you sleep well?

Tequila - I slept fine, why?

Alura - I don't know, I hardly slept last night. I just can't believe  my children have grown up so fast. it seems like only yesterday since I gave birth to them.

 

Tequila - And I know how hard it must have been for you, well I'm off, see you when I see you.

 

 

Alura - No, now wait a minute, where are you going?

 Tequila - Since when did you become the parent.

 

Alura - Since two years ago.

Tequila - Don't get smart with me, and if you must know I have a date this morning.

Alura - Ooooo, se magnifique. who's the lucky guy?

 

Tequila - His name is Soleil, I met him a few days ago. he has a daughter about the same age as sapphire.

 

Alura - So your dating a younger guy?

Teqiula - He's not that much younger than I am. he just has a younger daughter from his previous litter, his mate passed away  almost a year ago, he's just looking for closure that's all. So how do I look?

Alura - The same as you do everyday, Now go and have fun, I'm meeting Solaris this afternoon.

 



Tequila left out the door while Alura still stayed inside to catch up on some rest, It was about 8:30 in the morning. about six hours later is when Alura awoke, she has missed her meeting with Solaris so she has to go find him in order to apologize.

 

 

 

 

 Alura left out from the house house, her children left a few minutes before her, they all had plans aswell. An hour later she arrived at Solaris's home.
 

Alura - Hellooo!!!! Solaris are you there?

 

to his owners she was just barking loudly at the door , So Mrs. Valentine opened the door for the Alura, since solaris is the father of her puppies, (who are no longer puppies anymore)
 

 

Clara Valentine - Hello there, does Atina know your here? I'll call Solaris

 

Alura looked at the women strangley, she very well understood what she was saying but it was quite awkward the way she spoke and said it. she sounded too overly excited. She didn't worry about it too much instead she waited outside patiantly for her mate.
 

 

Solaris - Hey whats up, it seems you missed our date this afternoon.

 Alura -yeah about that, listen i'm sorry I just overslept thats all.

Solaris - Look it's okay, really don't feel so bad. as long as your not busy then we could leave now, your not busy today are you?

Alura - No not really.

Solaris - Great, we can have ourselves a mid afternoon lunch.

Alura - That sounds wonderful.

 

 

While they're busy making their plans, we will go back to the streets of nome and see whats going on downtown 
Tequila and Soleil have been  out all day. Venus was out aswell just enjoying the sights, aswell as giving everyone tips on love and how to stay beautiful. Venus stops in her tracks. As she was walking down the dirt covered roads she sees a fairly handsome male coming her way.
 

 

Hugo - Why hello there?

Venus - Hi, are you new here? because I don't remeber seeing around here before. I know everyone in this entire town like the back of paw.

 

 Hugo - You are gorgeous, and the color of your fur is so amazing and unique.

Venus - Well thank you, but that doesn't answer my question now does it.

Hugo - Say how about we hang out sometime.

Venus - I don't think so.

Hugo - Well, why ever not?

Venus - For one, I just met you, and for two, I don't think your my type.

Hugo -  Maybe I could Change your mind?

Venus - You don't give up do you? you just can't take a hint.

Hugo - Oh please, i'm irresistable and I know you want me.

Venus - Oh you got things all twisted.

Hugo - Oh really, I might be mistaken but wasn't it you that froze all up when I walked by.

Venus - That doesn't mean a thing, I could have stopped for a number of reasons.

 Hugo - Yeah right.

Venus - you are so arrogant you know that.

Hugo -and your shallow, guess that makes even then huh?

Venus - Oh I am so totally ending this conversation.

 

 

As Hugo and Venus parted ways, she went along and contiued what she was doing in the first place before she met Hugo.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Chapter Three: The Date

Last time, we saw Solaris and Alura stepping off of the front porch making plans for later on this afternoon, lets see how well this works out.

 

 

Solaris - So how are the kids now, I don't see them around often.

Alura - They are all just fine, they all have their own agenda. they adults now so I can't keep track on them like I want.

Solaris - I hear ya, I don't like the way Sapphire and Rohn turned out, where did we go wrong with those two.

Alura - Well all we can do is hope for the best. I saw Mercury and Zirconia the other day.

Solaris - Ah my two favorite males, how are they?

Alura - They're show dogs now, I should've known, I mean it was bound to happen someday. they are so beautifull. Why didn't you become a show dog like Ashanti and Vega?

Solaris - You already know what my reason for that was. I wouldn't be able to take the pressure. you seen what happened to ashanti, I don't want to end up like those two. besides, I would miss you and the kids too much.

Alura - So where are we going?

Solaris - We're here, you just haven't realized it yet.

Alura - What the butcher shop? is it okay?

Solaris - Sure my boy's father works here sometimes, in fact he is here today. so how do you feel about steak and sausage?

Alura - Are you trying to make me fat?

Solaris - Well it's already to late for that.

Alura - (insulted) - Oohh, Solaris I'll kill you for that?

Solaris - Hey I was just kidding, there is nothing wrong with your figure.

Alura - Thank you.

Solaris - Although you could stand to lose a few pounds.

Alura - What!!!!,  I am so not talking to you anymore.

Solaris - C'mon, your so tense and always oh so serious. loosen up a bit.

Alura - Well I guess your right, c'mon lets go eat

 

 

Okay so Alura and solaris went on to lunch after having an on going conversation about their children. but they will all find that none of them are safe for  a new threat is upon them and some old friends that would make quite an impact on the story.
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Chapter Four: Revenge 

Deep within a cave, within the snow covered mountain forest of nome, a group of outcasts plan their final revenge on the ones who have destroyed them and renderd them helpless.
 

 

Shaolin - So whats our plan now?

Sisqo - I'm still working on it, but I have some great news.

Marquita - So whats the news sir?

Sisqo - Patience Marquita, you two shall come with  me outside in back of the cave.

 

When the three steped out from the back of the, they were amazed, about one hundred and fifty dogs and a few wolves were standing before them.
 

 

Shaolin - Sisqo, what the hell is all this?

Sisqo - This my dear friend is the dawning of a new age. we are on the edge of a golden world.

Marquita - Thats all fine and dandy sir, but can we really trust a bunch wolves to do what needs to done?

Saber - I'm pretty sure we can, confident actually. Wolves are much stronger than dogs there for we have a bigger advantage.

Shaolin - Look Saber, you weren't there when all of this first happened. yes we had them out numered 100 to 28 or was it 26 I forget, anyway, they had less members, but they also had stratagy and intelligence. So somtimes having stronger members and alot more numbers doesn't matter. we must find a way to out smart them.

Saber - So what's your plan sisqo sir.

Sisqo -  we must lure Alura and her brother into a trap, in order for Tequila to come out of hiding. That when we will kill them.

Shaolin - But what about the other dogs, pretty soon they'll catch on to our plan and come after us again.

Sisqo - Oh that's real simple, we will burn the entire town into ashes. soon there will be nothing left.

Marquita - But how will we trad them?

Sisqo - It's simple really, one of there old friends will drop in for a visit.

Marquita - You mean Avalon, do you think she is ready to handle something like this?

Sisqo - I don't know, are you Avalon? can you really betray a friends trust.

Avalon - Of course sir, it is my job to do so. besides I learn from the best.

Sisqo - All right then everyone!!!! the plan is now in motion. prepare your fighters it's going to be a long hard battle.

 

 

Now that sisqo and his gang is back in action. Alura and her family have to be well on their toes and on the lookout for danger. Everything now rest on her shoulders.
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Chapter Five: Friendship

The date is August 25, 1941. it's 9:45 am, everyone is up bright and early today as alway's unaware of the danger the will face.       

Monroe is out taking a morning walk with his sisters they haven't hung out in a while so they decided that today was good day.

Alura was still a little drowsy from when she woke up. it's been a while since she woke this early, although Monroe seems to be bursting with energy and Akira is just the same as she always is.

 

 

 

Monroe - So what should we do today.

Akira - We can go hang out on the beach or maybe go fishing out in forest.

Monroe - I'd rather go fishing, how about Alura?

Alura - Anythings fine with me.

Akira - Great, then it's settled.

 

 

The three of them were on their way to the forest which lied on the nothern side of nome.  As they turned around to back in the other direction, they spotted a familier face, one they've haven't seen in a long time.

 

 

 

Avalon - I cannot believe I found you Like this., here of all places.

Monroe - Who are you you?

Avalon - Don't tell me you forgot all about me, oh well i'm not surprised. I haven't seen you since we were puppies.

Alura - oh my gosh it's Avalon.

Akira - No way, I heard she still lived in Anchorage,besides she looks nothing like her.

Alura - It's her trust me.

Akira - Okay then Avalon, What's our mothers name?

Avalon - Tequila and your grandmothers name is Alexsandra and your fathers name was hidalgo. I was there when your father died remember?

Monroe - Wow like, I can't believe your here. but how and why?

Avalon - There will lots of time for catching, right now I wanted to know if alura wanted to walking with me in the woods, there's a nice cave out just a few miles from here. we could all camp out there for a few day's

Monroe - Actually we were on our there to go fishing. wait  we have to see mom, she would love to see you.

Avalon - Sure....why not.

 

 

So Avalon and the rest of the group take an unexpected trip back to Alura's home. looks like it's going to take some for Sisqo's plan to into an effect.
 

 

Monroe - You know Alura has mate and pups now. 

Alura - Well technically they're not pups anymore. they're about Two years old now.

Avalon -(Shocked) - Really, wow. I never thought you would be the mothering type, giving your previous history.

Alura - Well that's all back in past now. oh, and my grandmother came for a visit then decided to move all together.

Avalon - Wait, I thought she lived all the way in SouthAmerica or something like that.

Akira - It's a long story, so Avalon, what have you been up to lately ? do you have boyfriend?

Avalon - No, I'm far too busy for dating, anyway lets not talk about me. hey, Monroe, so did you ever find yourself a mate.

Monroe - Actually I did, her names Ashanti.

Akira - Oh give it up already, she's all the way in Italy.

Monroe - So, she told to me wait for her and so I am.

Avalon - I would love to go to Italy someday.

 

 

After nearly an hour of walking and catching up, Monroe and the rest of the group finally made it to Tequila and Alura's home.

 

 

 Iris - Mommy!!!, Your home!!!!

 

Iris ran straight into her mothers chest like she was a little puppy again. why was she so excited.
 

 

Alura - Calm down.

Iris - Okay.....okay...okay. just hurry up and get inside.

Alura - Well okay then miss bossy, now what is it, whats wrong.

Iris -  Well I just heard that Ashanti and Vega were coming to nome, isn't that amazing. I'm finally going to meet my aunt and uncle.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Chapter Six: Welcome Back

Everyone stared at Iris in shock and disbelief. Ashanti and Vega have been gone for nearly 2 years and now they're are coming back for a visit.
 

 

Solaris - Now honey are you sure they're coming today.

Iris - uh huh, I heard about it from a couple dogs from the post office

Akira - Well Isn't that a bit of a shock. You Know I still hadn't fully forgave her for what happened between us.

Ashanti - Oh is that how it is then?

 


Akira turned around to see who it was that said that, and to her surprise it was non-other than Ashanti herself with her brother Vega.

 

 

Vega - Hey it's good to see everyone. And I also see some new faces.

Iris - Uncle Vega!!!!!. I am so glad your here. I've heard so many stories about you and dad back when you were puppies.

 

Vega - Really?  Did he also tell you that he also had the chance to become a famous show dog but turned it down.

 

Iris - (Amazed) - No way!!! really dad!!

Solaris - Yeah it's true, but I couldn't . I had a family to care of and pups on the way, I couldn't just leave. besides, I wouldn't be able to handle the pressure.

Ashanti - Well not everyone can be as perfect as we are.

Akira - Oh please, don't start that again.

Ashanti - Well it's true.

Monroe - Hey Solaris, isn't two of your own pups show dogs now?

Alura - Yes that's right!!! Mercury and Zirconia. I wonder how they're doing?

Ashanti - Well me and Vega just so happend to run into them in Millan.

 

Ashanti was cut mid-sentence by Avalon, who seemed deeply annoyed.

 

Avalon - I'm sorry to interupt this little family reuion but, Solaris and the rest of our little have somewhere to be.

Ashanti - And just who might you be?

Avalon - I'm Avalon, Monroe's ex-girlfriend?

Ashanti - (angry) What!!! He never mentioned any ex to me.

Avalon - Maybe he didn't want you to know, I think he still has feelings for me. what's it to you anyway, your just another rebound for him to take up. should I also tell you about the many other girlfriends he had. he really was player.

Monroe - Now hold on there Avalon!!!! you went way to far there. Ashanti please don't listen to her. It was a very long time ago. your the one I'm with now.

Avalon - Oh please who are you trying kid anyway?

Ashanti -  You listen and listen well, stay away from Monroe. He's mine now.

Avalon - Really now, and what will happen if I don't?

Tequila - Hey!!!! If you guys want fight do it outside, not inside my house.

Alexandra - Hola everyone, what's going on? I was sleeping in the other room and......

 

 

Alexsandra stoped in mid-sentence when she noticed the two other strangers standing in the fron room.

 

 

 

 

 

Alexsandra - So is anyone going to tell me who these two are?

Ashanti -  Hello, I'm Ashanti, and this is my brother Vega. we are also the brother and sister of Solaris.

Alexsandra - I didn't know Solaris had any siblings, I thought he was an only child.

Solaris - They were Italy, they're show dogs whoget to travel all around the world.

Vega - We're on a year long vacation for now.

Ashanti - So we get tp spend time  catching up with family and some old friends.

Avalon - Excuse me but....

Ashanti - Oh your excused, you probably have some more important things you need to take care. like getting a life maybe.

Monroe - Ashanti thats enough.

Avalon - No it's okay, but she better watch her back, you all have no idea what i'm capable of.

Ashanti - Oh I have pretty good idea.

Tequila -  Both of you, stop this right now. I will not condone violence in this. I am truly sorry Avalon but I am afraid i'm going to have to ask you to leave

Avalon - You know what fine, i'm gone, Monroe are you coming?

Monroe - Sorry Avalon, It was good seeing you and all, but Ashanti is my mate after all. we'll catch up later.

Ashanti -  Or not at all.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Chapter Seven: Clan Meeting

August 30, 1941.  Back in the mountains of nome, Sisqo and the rest of gang ( including some of the wolves) were settling down for a meeting to see what their main goal was going to be concerning Alura and her family.

 

 

Marquita - So What is our plan of attack?

 

No one had no idea what was going to going to be taking place in the town of nome, but they will soon find out the hard way.

In just a few moments Avalon arrived to give intel about her recent mission.
Everyone should be happy right? Guess again, because Avalon has another trick up her sleave.

It seems like every thing got on to a bad start there. Ashanti and Vega have finally come home, Monroe asked ashanti to be his mate.

 

 

 

Sisqo- I don't know yet, Avalon what's your Status and why have you come empty Handed?

Avalon -Well I almost had both Alura and her brother, but then we ended up stoping at their mothers'. after that Solaris's Sister and brother cam back form italy.

 Sisqo - You mean Ashanti and Vega?

Avalon - Yeah, why?

Ssiqo - Because they might be a problem. Ashanti may seem like an uptight stuck up bitch but she's tough and no push over. I want you to get rid of her first then go after alura. I cannot let her and her family escape from my grasps again, I WILL HAVE MY REVENGE!!!  Saber?

Saber - Yes Sir?

Sisqo -  I want you to go with Avalon this time. Make sure that she doesn't screw up this time.

Avalon - What? Come on Sisqo I can handle this myself, just give me another chance.

Sisqo - Just think of it as your second chance, except this time you'll be Monitored properly.

Avalon - As you wish sir. Just stay make sure you stay out of my way will you Saber.

Saber - I'll try my best?

 

 

As Saber and Avalon go off on a new Mission Sisqo makes new provisions for Alura and her family. as the wolves plan their attack on the little town of nome.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Chapter Eight: Shock

The morning are was cool and refreshing. the sky was quite cloudy today  and so everyone was awake to bask in it's ambiance. Alexsadra was out this morning with Steele, they've been together for a while now, and they're even thinking of having puppies in their old age, which is not entirely impossible.

As for the others, who knows what they're up to. Ashanti,Vega, and Solaris all went togther, so that the two fashion pups can catch up on what they missed.

 

 

 

Ashanti - It feels so great to be great to be back. just look at all the new changes and faces.

Vega -  I don't know. It all kinda looks the same to me.

Solaris - so what do you want to do on your first week back?

Ashanti - I want to go and see Balto and Jenna. I want how they're doing since we've been gone.

Vega - Good Idea, I forgot hey had new litter of pups. they're probably all grown up now.

Solaris - You could say that again. their daughter Sahara is dating Rohn.

Ashanti - Really, Rohn is taking mate, so soon. their both kind of young don't you think.

Solaris - I don't think it's that serious yet. but who knows, they might end up being perfectly wright for each other.

Vega - You mean like how Monroe is perfect for Ashanti.

Ashanti - Shut up will you, it's not that serious. he's done so much for me  in the past, when I told him to wait for he did. but then this Avalon character came into the picture.  so now I don't know what to think.

Solaris - Well all you can do now is be there for him, he really needs you now.

Ashanti - Yeah I guess your wright, but still, I would like to teach that Avalon a lesson.

 

 

 

As the three siblings headed down the beach slope, they saw two familiar faces. one of the two was Alexsadra, who was Alura's grand-mother, and the other was Steele. they were splashing through the water like a couple of puppies, having a goodtime.
 
Meanwhile, Balto and Jenna came walking out of the shipwrecked boat that balto stayed on. they then went to the beach to join Alexsandra and steele to join ithem in their fun and frolic.

As the three stood  watching , they too decided to join in.

 

 

Ashanti -  Heyyyyyy!!! You guysssss!!!.

 

Everyone turned around to see who yelling, Jenna then noticed Ashanti running behind her two brothers.
 
 

Jenna - hello there Ashanti, Welcome back Vega. How have you all been?

Ashanti - Wev'e be doing just fine thank you.

Balto -  Look at you two, I haven't seen you both since the attack.

Vega - It's been a long time I know, but at least we got to get out of nome and explore the world for ourselves.

Jenna - Oh Solaris, how come you didn't tell us they were coming?

Solaris - To tell you the truth, I didn't know they were coming either.

Ashanti - Well what does it matter anyway. At least we're here now.

Balto - quite right, and I want you both to meet the rest of my family.

Vega - We would be honored.

Balto - In that case, then follow me.

 

Ashanti, Solaris, and Vega all followed balto and Jenna back into town to see how the rest of their family are doing.after they came into town something in the air did not seem wright. everything was quiet and silent, so they decided to investigate.
 

 

Jenna - What do you think is going on here?

Balto -  I don't know, but i'm going to find out.

Ashanti -  Gees, were back one week and everything is falling apart.

Vega - Maybe we should've waited until another time to come back.

Jenna - Now I'm sure everything is fine, it's probably just a slow day.

Balto -  I don't know, it all seems kinda strange to to me don't you think.

Alexsandra -  Hey.....Balto...

 

 

Balto immediately came to a halt, when Alexsandra yelled his name. something was definatle wrong, and balto could sense in the air like the calm before the storm.

 

 

Balto -  Good your alright, do you mind telling us what's going on?

Ashanti -  Yeah, I came here to have a nice vacation, and yet no one is out here to say. Why?

Alexsandra - Rumor has it that the wolves are planning to attack.

Vega -  Wolves, Why?

Jenna - There is something about this that doesn't seem quite wright.

Ashanti - So where is this steele character, I'm dying to meet him?

Alexsandra - He left just a moment before your arrived. Heaven only knows why. I think something maybe troubling him.

 

Well the gang just found that the wolves are planning their attack, but what they don't know is who maybe behind  this attack.
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Chapter Nine: Break Up

 September 7, 1941, A week has passed since Solaris ahd learned of the Invasion of the wolves, although everything seems quiet now. No sign any wolves has been reported but still everyone is on their guard.

Earlier this afternoon, Sahara and Rohn went for a stroll in a not so far off park. there they meet two awfully strange dog, a female.

 

 


Kim - Hello I'm Kim.

Taylor - And i'm Taylor.

Kim & Taylor - Nice to meet you.

Rohn -  Okay then, I'm Rohn and this is my girlfriend Sahara.

Sahara -  Funny, I don't remember ever seeing two before, are you guys new here ?are you lost? if so I know a few people who could help.

Kim -  No we're fine.

Taylor - Actually we live not to far from this park.

Kim - (whispering to taylor) - Hey, is it just me or is this Rohn fellow kinda cute. maybe I should ask him out sometime

Taylor -  (Whispering Back) - Don't be stupid he already has a girlfriend, but I guess he is rather handsome.

Rohn - So, I guess we'll both be going now, wright Sahara?

Sahara - Sure, I guess so

Taylor - Why are you leaving,we were just getting to know each other.

Rohn - Well we have plans

Sahara - and are very busy.

Kim -  Oh, okay, Hope to see you again soon Rohn.

 

 

As the newcomers make their way out of the park, things between Rohn and Sahara Start to unveil themselves.
 
 

 

Rohn - So What do you thing all of that was about?

Sahara - I don't don't  know, but I sense there is sometihng very off about the both of them.

Rohn -  Really, How so?

Sahara - Well all they seem to care about was you?

Rohn - Don't tell you your the Jelous type?

Sahara  -( Annoyed) - I have every right to be jelous, I've seen the way they looked at you.

Rohn -  So, I can't help it because I'm beautiful.

Sahara -  Take me home now!!.

Rohn -  Why, we only just been walking. Why can't we go out and have some fun somewhere?

Sahara - Because, now I want to go home.

Rohn -  Fine!!!

 

 

Rohn and Sahara left park in angst, ealier we found that there were wolves heading toward Nome. Steele is missing and nowhere to be found.  Solaris, Ashanti and Vega are spending some quality time together. Rohn took Sahara back to the beach, they were arguing the whole way there from the park.
 

 

 

Rohn -  What do you want me to do I said I was sorry?

Sahara - I told on our way here, I didn't want you se her.

Rohn -  We were just talking.

Sahara - You were flirting with her, and she was falling for it.

Rohn - I was not flirting with her.

Sahara - Oh and i suppose she just slipped and Fell into your chest, she had her paws all over you. and you were letting her do it.

 

 

On the ship, Balto was talking to Solaris on what they should do regarding the invasion, but they were distacted with the constant yelling outside. Of course they went to go chek it out.
 

 

Balto - What's going out here!!

Solaris -  Rohn! What are you doing here?

Rohn - Sahara told me to bring her home.

Sahara - Because you were flirting with that slut, after I told to stay away from her.

Rohn - SHE!!! WAS FLIRTING WITH ME!!!!

Sahara - AGGGGHHHH!!! Whatever!!

Balto - Okay, why don't we all just calm down and talk about this quietly.

Solaris - So who Is this "slut" Sahara keeps mentioning.

Rohn -  Well we were walking through the park,  then ran into these two females, who were also on a walk. they just started talking to us.

Sahara - They seemed to be talking to the both of us,but their main focus was all on you!!!

Balto - Seems like your jelous.

Solaris - You guys need too work your own problems, we have alot to deal with today.

Rohn - She can do whatever she wants, i'm through sitting around talking.

Sahara - (upset) - Rohn..... what are saying?

Rohn - (frustrated) - I'm saying I can't take it anymore. Your jelous paranoia is getting on my nerves, I can't take it anymore. It's between us, We're DONE!!!

Sahara - ( crying) - No...No.. Your lying!!! you wouldn't leave me, please. I can't be true. PLEASE!! Don't leav me.

Balto - Look, maybe we all should talk about this some more?

Solaris - Rohn What's gotten into.

Rohn - I'm so sick and tired of trying to tell me what to do all the time. I'm not a pup anymore dad so just leave me alone!!!!  now I have said all there is to be said, it's over and done with. I'm leaving.

Solaris - You know what fine? you can do whatever you want, do what you think it's best, but don't back crying to me when things don't go your way. you want to be adult then fine be an adult, just don't come asking fme do anything for you. I just want you to undertand that.

Sahara - No thats fair, papa do something.

Balto -  I sorry, but Solaris is righ. there are things in life that a male has to simply figure out for himself. besides Rohn isn't my Child.

Rohn - I'm out of here.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Chapter Ten: Emotional Crisis

 After their argument the other day, Rohn and Sahara decided to spend sometime apart. While out  on the town, Rohn decied he needed to get away from evrything. the issues, the drama, his family, and he just can't ....handle it all. 
 
Moments later he saw someone very familiar, it was Kim, the female he met while he  and Sahara was walking through the park.
 

 

Kim - Heyyy!!!! Rohnnnn!!!!

Rohn - Kim!!!

 

 

Rohn Felt akward talkingto her, seeing as how she was the reason for his seperation with Sahara.
 

 

Kim - What's wrong Rohn? you seem kina down.

Rohn - Yeah well, me and Sahara aren't seeing each other anymore.

Kim - Aww, that's so awful. is there anything I can do?

Rohn-  Not really, I just want to be alone right now.

Kim - That's no fun?

Rohn - (annoyed)  -  It's not supposed to be fun. this really serious and emotional for me, but I don't expect you of all people to understand that, so just go away and leave me alone.

Kim - Well fine then, sorry for trying to make feel better.

 

 

Kim started to walk of with her tail between her legs, feeling slightly hurt.

 

 

Rohn - Kim, Wait.

 

Kim stopped to turn around back to Rohn, even she was still by that comment he had made.

 

Rohn - I'm sorry, I didn't mean to hurt you.

Kim -  I'm sorry too,  I understand how you feel. you still love her, don't you?

Rohn - Of course, but there is no way we can get back together now, not after what she said.

Kim - Well, how we get go out for a while.

Rohn - Kim! as much I would love to.... I just think it's too soon, that's all.

Kim -  Come on, if you truely want to be over her, you have to start dating again.

Rohn - I guess your right, sort of, but okay. what would you like to do?

Kim - I don't know yet, lets just keep walking.

 

 

Moments had past since Rohn and Kim had started things off. as Rohn towards home to his matser he ran into his sister Venus with a dog he had never met before, kim just sat there with eyes wide with shock.

 

 

Kim -  Hugo.... Is that...really you.

Hugo -  Hello Kim, yeah it's me.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Chapter Eleven:Lost Love

Kim didn't know what to say, she was completely lost words as if a cat has gottten hold of her tongue. She hasn't neither seen nor heard from Hugo since seperated a long time ago.

Now that he has came back into her life, her life was taking an unexpected turn. for she is now torn between the one she is in love with and the one she once loved.

 

 

Hugo -  Well aren't you going to say hello? you at least owe me that much.

Kim - I Have nothing more to say to you, and I don't owe you anything.

 

Rohn just sat back and watched for he did not know what was going on. he did not like the way this stranger was talking to kim so he decided to step in.


Rohn - Hello, sorry for not introducing myself earlier, my name is Rohn.

Hugo -  Like I care.

Kim - Don't be rude to him, you shouldn't even be anywhere near me.

 

As soon as she had spoken another pair of dogs came strolling past, unknowingly. Rohn had noticed that it was his sister Venus with Sahara.

Cold contempt locked Rohn in a cloak of  fear and anger, his mind whirling like a raging twister. But he knew he had to keep his temper.


Rohn - What are you two doing here?, and with each other,  what are you guys up to?

Sahara - We could really ask you the same thing.

Venus - Look, we didn't come here to stir up trouble, in fact, maybe we should continue ths conversation else where. so that no one can interupt.

Kim - How about the park, where we first met?

Rohn - That's sounds like a plan.

 

Hugo sat there with a disgusted look on face and his eys blazing like liquid white fire.


Hugo -  I don't see why we have to go anywhere, anything we have to discuss we can discuss here.

Kim - Your not apart of this, you don't have the right to say anything.

Hugo -  As a matter of fact I do, Tell them Venus.

Ronh - Venus, what does my sister have to do wth you?

 

All eyes glared upon Venus as though their gazes were burning deep within her pelt, making here feel overwhelmed and uncomfortable.



Rohn - Venus do you know this mutt?

Venus - Sadly yes, I met him a  two weeks ago. I was never truely into him, and now I see that I have clearly made the right decision. Now can we continue this else where?

 

 

Few moments had passed since they were in the middle of downtown, now they're just standing or lying down in the middle of the park grass.



 

 

Venus - Now lets get to it shall we.

Rohn -(upset) -Fine, lets start with why the two of you are together, as I told Sahara it's over between us.

Venus -(hurt)- You selfish bastard, I'm here with her because she came and asked  me for my help. She said that you and her got into argument over two strange females you don't even know. she's trying to make it work so why can't you do the same.

Rohn - Look Venus, i'm not going to sit around and be told what I should and should not do, I can do whatever I want when I want to.

Sahara -(crying)- But it doesn't have to be this way. I love you Rohn, I always have. I don't care if they were flirting with you, but it was what you were doing that made me upset. you didn' t have fall for it.

Kim - I for one wasn't doing a thing to him, all I did was ask to talk to him , to pep him up a bit. he looked so down hearted when was with you. he just needed someone fun to talk to, and it sure as hell wasn't going to be you. alway's the serious one, alway's wants a say in everything. and it's alway's your way.

Sahara-(pissed) - You don't know a damn thing about me or what I do, what goes on in our private life is our buisness not yours.

Kim - Well actions speak louder than words.

Hugo - I for one think this has gotten way out of hand, we can settle this thing right now. Sahara, do you love Rohn?

Sahara - Of course I do!

Hugo - And do you love Sahara.

Rohn - I not sure, I mean I don't know If I can. I care alot aobut kim and I don't want to see her hurt. but I still have feelings left for Sahara. So I dont know yet. I think I just need some time alone, so I could think about what I truely want.

Venus - I think that it's best that you keep to your self for a while. At least until sort out some things that'll need sorting.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Chapter Twelve: Revenge Is Sweet

 As Avalon and Saber ready's the final preparations for thier plan of attack, Avalon looks for a chance to sneak off  to go looking for Monroe.
 
Meanwhile, as the first of the snow begins to fall, Many of the dogs and their sledowners begin their training for the upcoming Iditarod sled race which is only a few months away.
 
 
 

Alura - It's starting to get a little bit colder.

Akira - That's because winter is just around the corner.

Monroe - I know I'm excited, I just hope I get to race in the Iditarod competition.

Alura - Are you INSANE!! It's a very tough and dangerous race, you could end up dead if your not careful.

Akira -  And you would first have to win the solo race before you could join any team. and believe me there alot more dogs stronger and faster than you are. but if you your up for it then you go for it.

Monroe - Alright, I will.

Alura - I'm just concerned about the outcome of this situation.

Monroe - Stop worrying, I'm going to be fine.

Alura - I hope so.

 

 

 As Monroe begins his training the girls go off to do something together by themselves for a change. The fresh snow glistened in the cooling rays of sunshine. A faint ,but cold, breeze coming off of the freezing tempered river near where Our hero, Balto, makes his home.
 
 Later in the day Balto decided to spend some family time in the wintery woods with his mate and children. the wind  was picking up, and it getting blistering cold. the balto family spotted something moving in the frozen undergrowth. and they were all so surprised too see who and what it was.
 
 

 

Balto -Aleu, What in the world Are you doing here?

Aleu - Hello papa, I came to warn you. something terrible is about to happen.

Sahara - Like what?

Aleu - Hello Sahara, I haven't seen you since you were pup.Kodi told me what happened with dogs that attacked you before. some of my own pack members went to join them.

 

Balto - I already kne wthat the timbers were planning a raid, but i didn't that wolves they're working with were yours.

Aleu - WERE! is exactly right, I can't believe they betrayed this way, after everything you and I done for the pack. it just doesn't make any sense.

Jenna - Don't worry Aleu, we'll figure something out, we always do. although I don't particularly like the idea of fighting. So i'll stay out of that department. what I can do, however, is gather as much information I can.

Aleu - Thanks Mama, I'll go prepare the pack, they're more than likely going come after us next first.

Mannuel - I want to help Too?

Aleu - Of course, why dont' you come with me? I don't think you've met the wolf pack yet anyway.

 

 

Aleu and mannuel headed of into the deepest parts of the woods where she and her pack had traveled and settled.

Mannuel was so suprised to see so many wolves at one time. they got started with preparing the battle that is to come.


Myka - So what should we do now that there is more of them? we'll be out number.

Amara - But they'll be out matched. we might have fewer numbers, but we're much stronger than they could even imagine

 


Mannuel was sitting in a coner, underneath a hazel bush, listening to every bit of information.
He wasn't sure how they would react to seeing him there.
 
As if he had spoken aloud, Aleu started walking towards him.
She was cocerned for him, she was thinking to herself about why he sitting under a bush alone, and with no one to talk to.



Aleu - (concerned) -  What's the matter? I thought you wanted with me. but you as if your not enjoying yourself

Mannuel -Well, I was just thinking.

Aleu -  About what?

Mannuel - It's just that...I feel...well. Out of place. as if I'm not wanted here.

Aleu - None-sense, your my borther, and I'm the Alpha. what makes you think your not wlecome?

Mannuel - Because, i'm a dog, they're wolves. how can I ever feel welcome here? you guys work as a unit, as a team. you hunt and fight, whenever it's nessacery.

Aleu - But your not just a dog, your a wolf also, just like the rest of our siblings, and...just like me. No family wanted me because I looked to much a wolf and not a dog. your and the others are the lucky ones.  I had no home, and I had no choice but to join the wolves. it was either this or live out on the streets like any other stray.

Mannuel - I'm sorry, I never heard anything that sounded so sad.

Aleu - say, why don't you come talk to Amara. I think you two will get along just fine.

Myka - ALEU!!!



Myka came charging in from the far side of the forest, something terrible is happening  in the of Nome.

Aleu - Myka, what has happened?

Myka - It's the Timbers...they've begun their attack.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Chapter Thirteen:Wounded Hearts

The raid has Begun, fire has spread up the entire. Sisqo is out to get his revenge, by any means necessary.                  
 
The people are trying to douse the fire with buckets upon buckets of water, wondering to themselves, of how this massive outbreak of torching flames could have the this town ablaze.

 

Sisqo -  Good!!! Now everyone, spread out and search for Alura. her and her little friends couldn't have gotten very far.  


Sisqo and his clan has spead out all over the city, hunting down Alura and her family.                                he is determined to get his revenge, and will stop at nothing to see them fall, just as their father.

 

Saber - We've searched and searched, but there's no sign of them anywhere.

Sisqo - No, they're here alright, I can sense it.

Avalon - Sir!!!! I found something.

 

Avalon was running down a faraway hillside that was few feet away from sisqo's post.

 

Sisqo - Go on Avalon, what exactly did find?

Avalon  - I've tracked down their hiding place, they've taken refuge in a near by  forest dwelling. just a few miles from here.

Sisqo - That's very good news indeed, please continue.

Avalon - Sir, I do have other news, but i'm afraid your not going to like it, they too have also gathered wolves on their side.

Sisqo - (growling)- About how many?

Avalon - Almost one -hundred

Saber- Seems likes things are really starting heat up pretty quickly. it's going all out war, theres no doubt about.

Sisqo - Yes Saber, you are right, and it is a war that i am determined to win.

 


The fires have been doused, the people of Nome are safe. as for their loving companions, there is nowhere safe for the pets of Nome, Alaska.
The threat is upon them, and it's either kill or be killed.

The forest was filled with the whole of Alue's family and friends. there is nowhere else for them to go. the moment has finaly come. the must stand up and fight as one, as a team, and as a unit.


 

Alura - What are we going to do now?

Myka - The only thing we can do, Fight!!

Alura - No!!!, Sisiqo wants me. I have to do this on my own, I can't risk the ones I love. My father started this, and i'm the that going to finish it

Solaris - Alura this is crazy, you know as soon has you he's going to comeback for the rest of us.

Balto - Solaris is right, Sisqo is just using you to get to us.

Steele - Balto is right Alura, getting to you was only part of his plan. He wants to destroy your entire family, Just like he destroyed mine.




After his long absence, Steele has returned to reveal some import information that he has long kept secret.

 

Alexsandra - Steele, what are you talking?

Balto - How exactly did he destroy your family, what is your connection to Sisqo.

 

 

Sisqo - yes steele go ahead, tell them everything.

Avalon - This was alot easier than I thought.

 

Everyone was frozen in terror, they were outnumbered and completely caught off-guar.                        It was steele who had spoken first.


Steele - (angry) - Why have you come back?, after all this time,  terrorizing the people and the dogs of this town. Why!!!!!

Sisqo - To get my revenge on those who wronged me, who drove me out of this...so-called peaceful city.

Alue - What are you doing here? and how did you get passed my guards?

Avalon - With a little help from the inside, most of your wolves are not all that they are cracked up to be.

 

Monroe could not believe what he was hearing, Avalon had completely manipulated him, she lied to him, stringing him along like a fish caught on a fishermans pole ready to be reeled in.   


Monroe - Avalon why? after all that we have been through have together, why betray your friends this way, why betray me?    

Avalon - That was a long time ago Monroe, things are different now.

Ashanti - I new I was right not to trust you, my instincts are never wrong.

Avalon -  My, my , how observant are we.

Monroe - Please Avalon, you don't have to do this, you can come back to our side, and then everything will be alright again.

Steele- No point in trying to reason with her now, she's  too far gone.

Avalon - You just don't  understand, none of you understand. the truth is that.. i'm in love with Monroe

Monroe - What me?

Akira - Of course,  you guys were inseperable when you were younger and then, we moved away, it became worse for her. she was probably alone this whole time looking for someone to console her, and guess who came to console her.

Monroe - Avalon is that true., were you really in love with me the whole time I was away?

Avalon - Yes it's true, that's why I was upset when I saw with Ashanti? I was hoping I could move down here to where you are, and then we could've picked up where we left off, and then I find out that you were with Her.

Monroe - But there was nothing to leave off, we were just friends, we nothing more than that

Avalon - LIAR!!!!....LIAR LIAR LIAR !!!

Sisqo - Calm down Avalon, very soon we sahll all have our revenge.

Steele - That's enough Father!!

 

Sounds of shock and ahh whisped around everyone in the vicinity,  Who could've that this blood thirsty monster was Steele's long lost father.


Sisqo - Look at that, after all these years you finally have the courage to stand up to me. I wish  could say the same for your poor mother.

Steele - You leave her out of this!!! you don't get to talk about her, you murder her!! YOU  MURDERED MY MOTHER!!

Alura - You mean to tell me, to all of us here, that this dog, this vicious monster who murdered my father, is your father aswell.

Steele - Sadly yes, and don't forget that he murdered mother aswell.

Jenna - But if you knew your father had returned, and had killed your mother years past, Why hadn't you told us?

Balto  - I would like to know the same thing. why keep it a secret all this time?

Steele - Because I didn't want my past to come back and affect my present and future.

Saber - Enough talk, now that everthing is out in the open lets get to the real reason why we came here in the first place.

Sisqo - You are correct saber, soon all of which who are present, everyone that is right in front of us will die by my paws.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Author's note

I hope you have all enjoyed this story, i took me a very long while to complete it, but I have completed it none the less. I would like to all of those who have inspired me to write, and post stories upon this site, and to my adoring fans who  have supported me along this journey. Thank you and yes, there will be more stories to come. But i am afraid the Alura and Solaris saga will soon be nearing it's end. but other are in the way.

 

 

 

 

please  stay tuned for part II

 

 

 

  

 








 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 




 



  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


 

 

 

 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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