Chapter 31: Pact
Bloodmaw looked at the rex who they followed, the rex who worked with Dreadtooth walked on until they stopped looking down from a high view at a fairly massive clan that was below them. The walls stood as high as a rex, they were made from a mixture of bones and wood, the size was much larger than any clans that they have seen.
Clans vary very much in size, so to see that the clan was massive meant that they were strong and capable enough to take on anything that would come their way. Large clans meant that they were prosperous as well as healthy but the food required was pretty high.
Not only that but the herbal medicine needed to keep the clan up just in case something happened was probably another factor.
The amount was quite high, this clan needed a lot to make it work. A large clan like this one also meant that they had strength in numbers, they just took two steps further. This clan was one of many that no one wanted to mess with.
Bloodmaw was quite impressed much like everyone else, a clan made of nothing but rexes was another sight. Some clans change up the variety, while others find it best to stay away from mixing species due to the different demands.
The small group made it to Dreadtooth's clan before the evening began to set in, which was a good thing. It was never wise to go out into the night, of course they had to go through the night before but that was absolutely necessary.
Though it was necessary doesn't mean that it was the right call.
Swiftscale couldn't help but take in the numbers of the clan when they entered, the population was quite vast in numbers. Offspring were also roaming within the clan, which meant it was nice and secure there.
Bloodmaw looked around he blinked though when he saw a familiar face as Dreadtooth approached. Both leaders were different in size, but they both held respect for the other as they lowered their heads to each other.
Jr looked around before looking at his father curiously, Ruby felt some what uncomfortable only cause the rexes within the clan were watching the small group curiously.
"This way.", spoke Dreadtooth turning away and walking to the center of the camp. It was spacious but organized to where Dreadtooth stood at the center of attention. This center area was probably used to talk about serious matters or so Bloodmaw guessed.
"I want to say, I am glad you were respectful to me. I don't see that much anymore.", spoke Dreadtooth as he looked at Bloodmaw.
Bloodmaw nodded, "It is hard to find dependable individuals. I know that I have trespassed but I needed to find my son."
Dreadtooth gave a small smirk, "You retrieved him and you came here. I am glad you didn't try to flee, and kept your word."
Ebony looked at Bloodmaw before looking at Dreadtooth, the brute stood high with power. He clearly liked being in control from what she seen.
Bloodmaw gave a small smile back, "It is the least I can do since you allowed me to leave."
Dreadtooth gave a light chuckle, "Well let's get down to business then?"
Bloodmaw nodded strongly as he waited for him to speak.
"How many children do you have?", asked Dreadtooth as he looked at Bloodmaw seriously.
Swiftscale blinked wondering why he wanted to know. Ruby holding Jr still looked to him softly before looking back up. The youngster looked nervously at his father, he kept his eyes on him as well.
Scarface looked at Helm, while Ebony looked at Swiftscale. A strange yet faint tension surrounded the small group.
"Two, both boys.", replied Bloodmaw honestly. He gave a strong face to show he was not hiding anything nor was he lying.
Dreadtooth gave a smirk, "I see I have one son and one daughter."
Bloodmaw tilted his head lightly as he waited for him to continue.
Dreadtooth looked to where his offspring were, he looked at Bloodmaw as he said. "I am wishing to have one of your sons marry my daughter. By doing this we combine clans and become much greater."
Bloodmaw looked surprised, "!?!"
Dreadtooth laughed at his reaction, he smirked right away. "That son who marries my daughter will take over as clan leader here. I made this decision after seeing what kind of brute you were. I need someone I can trust and I think I found him."
Bloodmaw glanced at his son, Jr looked confused about what was going on. "Would you like me to choose now?"
Dreadtooth smirked, "No, but I do want someone to be there for my daughter. She is the oldest child I have and is very sweet and I can assume that your sons are the same age as her?"
Bloodmaw nodded, "Yes. I understand, I will talk with the both of them so they are aware of the agreement we have made."
Dreadtooth smiled, "Good, when they become teens we shall discuss it further."
Swiftscale looked at Bloodmaw lightly before looking down, arrangements like these tend to happen but sometimes they don't always work out. To have to make your child go through a wedding was hard only cause it was someone who they hardly knew. Furthermore, the child couldn't have any interest for if they do then both clans would probably fight due to the arrangement being broken.
Dreadtooth looked up taking notice of the day becoming darker, he then said. "You all may rest here for the night."
Bloodmaw nodded, "Thank you."
Dreadtooth smirked before walking away, he had other things to do. In a large clan like this one he sure had to be busy.
Bloodmaw looked to the side as he walked over to rest in a spot away from curious eyes. Though, that was hard since they were no doubt the center of attention.
"Are you sure about this?", cautiously ask Swiftscale as he laid down beside him.
Bloodmaw looked down as he replied, "If one of my sons can be safe and lead a clan like this one, that is all I can ask for."
Ebony frowned softly, "Yeah, but that means he can't fall in love with someone."
Helm looked down, the topic was pretty serious. "Who would you pick?"
Jr looked at everyone confused, but he felt a strange feeling come over him. It was like a heavy air pressed against him, making it hard for him to breathe.
"I don't know. Both of my sons are my pride and joy, but to think that I would have to pick one.", replied Bloodmaw in deep thought.
Bloodmaw was feeling funny, he knew that it was a serious deal to arrange a wedding with another clan but how would his wife feel about it. He really wished he could ask her, he really did.
Ruby looked at Jr with a small smile, "We won't know until they are older. Just think it over."
Swiftscale looked at Jr, he doubted he could make a decision like that if he were to have kids.
Scarface frowned looking down, "If we combined our clans with this clan, we will be great due to the size and all but I don't know how the rest of everyone will feel."
Bloodmaw looked at his group or better his family, they all were worrying about him and his children. Not many would do that, he was grateful to everyone. "Like Ruby said we take our time and think, we still have a long while before this wedding takes off.", spoke Bloodmaw with a little smile on his face.
As the night slowly rolls in, the rest of the clan of Bloodmaw were getting ready for the night as they still worry about the others.
Grim was keeping watch on everyone, Dingo laid beside him.
Harmony looked after Lesion who was still upset about worrying about his brother. The poor youngster cried himself to sleep, Harmony of course laid near him and she smiled at Lockjaw who shielded her and Lesion from the approaching night air.
Gambit was still teaching Belle how to find herbs and which were safe or poisonous. Devastate watched after Belle from where he lay, his eyes focused on her and only her.
"I hope they are alright.", spoke Belle looking over the herbs they had found.
"Eh, I am sure they are fine.", replied Gambit as he looked at her.
"How are you sure?", asked Belle looking at him curiously.
"Just a feeling?", snickered Gambit.
Belle looked at Gambit confused as she tilted her head, "Hm?"
Gambit shook his head before looking to the side, "Devastate has been watching ya this whole time."
Belle blinked as she innocently looked at Devastate, when their eyes met did the behemoth look away sharply.
Belle looked down with a smile, Gambit however looked at her. "So, you really like him?"
Belle nodded softly, "I do."
Gambit looked to the side trying his hardest to stifle his laughter, "Ah."
Belle looked at him as she frowned, "Why do you always laugh?"
Gambit looked away shaking his head, "Nothing." The raptor looked a little to the side before laughing, his shoulders shook.
Belle not fully aware of why he was laughing looked confused, this confusion turned to her eyes tearing up. "Are you sure it's nothing...? Cause to me it doesn't sound like nothing!" She sobbed out thinking that Gambit was making fun of her.
Gambit flinched when he saw the tears and he shook his head to her sobs as he waved his hands. "Hey stop crying or...!"
A shadow loomed over both Belle and Gambit, this shadow made Gambit freeze.
"Belle what's wrong?", asked Devastate looking at her concerned. The behemoth had heard Belle crying and came to investigate.
Gambit looked at the two with wide eyes, "..."
Belle looked at Devastate while she wiped her eyes with her petite hands. "Gambit is laughing at me and I don't know why..!"
Devastate glared sharply at Gambit which made the raptor tense up. "Shit...", was all Gambit could say before a familiar foot stomped on him again.
Belle looked surprised as Gambit got stomped again. "...!" She looked at Gambit who laid unconscious as his tail twitched.
Devastate looked at her with a small smile, "Feel better?"
Belle looked at Devastate with wide eyes before she smiled giving off a soft laugh, "You didn't have to do that!"
The behemoth smirked as he walked away, her laughter was better than her crying. Belle watched Devastate walk off and she grinned, she softly followed after him leaving Gambit unconscious on the ground.
Dingo having seen Gambit get stomped made him laugh loudly, "I swear he is as hard to kill as a cockroach!"
Grim rolled his eyes at Dingo's laughter.
Devastate laid down and blinked at Belle who had followed him, the calls of the blind began to start up again as they always do every night or close to it.
Belle smiled at Devastate as she said, "I am turning in early, okay?"
Devastate nodded giving her a small smile, he watched her lay down beside him and he frowned. He didn't like her sleeping on the ground, so he moved his head down to her as he maneuvered her onto his head. Belle gasped not expecting this, but she smiled shyly at Devastate.
Once she was on his head he lowered his cranium onto the ground as he closed his eyes, Belle curled up on his head as she drifted off to sleep.
Gambit slowly stood up and glared at Devastate as he stretched trying to pop his body from the stomp, he groaned as he laid down to try to sleep.
As the night swept over the heavy forests and lands, the clan of Bloodmaw settled into sleep after having a eventful day. The small group of Bloodmaw were asleep in Dreadtooth's camp, though one remained awake. Bloodmaw was deep in thought about what choice he had made, he hoped that this would work out.
He couldn't help but look at Jr from time to time, who would he choose to marry Dreadtooth's daughter?
CREATORS' THOUGHTS 
ThatAGurlBlue
ThatAGurlBlue What a hard decision to make, especially when you have two children who didn't have any say in this decision. It is understandable as to why Bloodmaw would agree to it however, for he wants one of his children to be safe in a large clan.
Whereas Dreadtooth seems to be cocky and mysterious. Could this leader of a large clan be trusted? What are your thoughts? If you were Bloodmaw, what would you decide? I would like to know! ^^
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