OOC introducing the man of her dreams! lol

Hadley was edging back towards the courthouse now. He had done things that he'd wanted to do, without any orders from his master. That made him feel extremely guilty, and fearful of punishment. Maybe if he kept quiet about it Sebastian wouldn't find out. That would work, if he hadn't talked with some pack members. They would know he'd been out and about. They might report him. His tail hung low as he returned, eager to avoid attention.

It was just his luck to choose that moment to look up. There, sitting on the roof, was Selene. He gulped in surprise, and stopped watching where he was going. He ran right into a tree. His fierce temper flared for a second as he cursed at it, his redneck nature showing through before his fear returned. Ducking low he looked around. If anyone had heard that he would definitely be in trouble. Shyly he glanced up to the roof again. Surely she wouldn't report him.

OOC introducing the man of her dreams! lol

Hadley watched Selene climb down. His tail wagged as she approached, trying to show that everything was fine. He was a lot more worried about being caught outside than any injuries he might accumulate. After all, he had more than his fair share of them on his body. Any extra bumps and scrapes he gained were nothing to him after that. He whimpered quietly as she examined him, ears flattened submissively. Yes. He looked at her with some surprise, wondering if she belonged to the pack too.

Selene gestured for Hadley to walk with her, but Hadley hesitated. There was no one to tell him not to, but he still felt the need to check that it was alright. He met Selene's eyes, bright and welcoming, before he stepped forward. He stood to her left, slightly behind her in deference to her higher ranking. Yes. The pack is good. Actually, he didn't know anything about the pack, except that one of the leaders was this really fierce looking female. He'd spent almost all his time in his room until today.

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Home. Something Hadley hadn't thought about for a while. He wondered if the pack should be considered his home, knowing that whatever happened to Sebastian would affect him as well. Hadley might have been purchased with the idea of granting his freedom, but he didn't know that, and certainly didn't know how to act on it. Over the short distance they walked in silence, Hadley thought about what home could be like. Home seemed like a pretty nice place, if there was one he could ever claim. He glanced at Selene, jealous that she had such a place claimed with apparent ease.

Selene spoke up again, and Hadley blinked in surprise. He was glad to hear that she wasn't uncomfortable around him, but to be unhappy around males. That didn't sound good at all. Were you hurt? Concern flooded his eyes before his rougher nature took over, the part that hid any weaknesses he might have. Don't worry anymore. It sounded silly coming from the scarred hybrid, who had obviously had his own injuries, still flinching and shaking in fear himself from even the lightest touch.

The clouds pulled over, sending Selene shivering. He reached out towards her before pulling back. Hadley couldn't touch her, not without permission. He'd get hurt if he did so. Questions followed, and Hadley nodded eagerly. Yes. Follow. His words were short, but he waved his hand, trotting back towards the courthouse. There wasn't a fireplace in his small room, but it was a good place to stay. He walked through until he reached the tiny room given to him, his safe haven from the world. Opening the door revealed the plain bed fashioned inside, a blanket Sebastian had pressed on him neatly laid out. Hadley had actually been sleeping underneath it, too scared to do otherwise. Awkwardly he glanced at Selene. It's simple.

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He ducked his head as Selene spoke, describing the room as nice. Hadley couldn't really take credit for it, since it really belonged to Sebastian, not him. Hopefully his master wouldn't mind him letting Selene stay in here. He indicated towards the bed, a caring look on his face. Take a seat, if you want? His voice was still quiet, though he was more boisterous around her than he would be around those he viewed as above him. Hadley didn't know that Selene was higher ranked, or he probably would be crawling on the floor in submission. She was so hesitant, so submissive. If he hadn't been broken he would have been puffing up his chest, bragging about how great he was, how lucky she was to be around him.

Instead he accepted her appreciation silently. Can't leave you outside. His eyes widened at the thought, remembering how much damage could be done to him if he did something wrong in front of Amy's friends and customers. He did notice her gaze wandering over him, though he politely ignored it. He didn't feel that fantastic, with his arm scarred in such a way that fur would never grow there again, feeling absolutely hideous. His ears twitched slightly from their flattened position, still submissive. He sat down on the ground, looking up at her. The reason behind why she had said that was interesting, though Hadley didn't feel he was necessarily the right one to tell. He couldn't tell her secrets to anyone, but he couldn't offer comfort either.

Selene began talking, and Hadley's tail twitched. Anger began to build in his eyes, something he couldn't act on, but still felt. Even before Amy took him in, Hadley hadn't been violent, all bark and no bite. To hear that she'd been so damaged was horrific. He knew such things were out there, having experienced it himself. He had been sold for sex, and abused out of his wits. To hear that his friend had suffered the same thing though, was infuriating. Even worse, she finished by saying that she had no worth. Not even thinking he stood up from where he was, wrapping his arms around her. Never say that. You're with me, right? You'll be safe. I might not be able to do much, but I will never hurt you. His eyes were fierce, though out of sight behind her. He just stood there, cradling her body close.

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Hadley smiled as Selene settled into his arms. Resting on the bed they sat there in comfortable silence. The hybrid was glad that there were still things he could give, things that would help people. So much of his cocky attitude, his confidence, had been destroyed. It would never truly be the same again. Never dominant in the first place, Hadley would probably remain submissive for the rest of his life. That wasn't to say he wouldn't grow independent, just that he would never hold himself as proudly as he did before, believing himself a gift for women.

Selene twisted around to meet his face, speaking softly again. Confusion ran across his own face. True, he didn't belong to Selene, he belonged to Sebastian. Selene was free to make her own choices though. Unless they involved him. Then, while Selene might not get in trouble, he most certainly might. Sebastian was a lot more relaxed about these things, but that didn't mean much to him, still on edge and wary. Can't you choose? He was pretty sure that was something that came with being free. At least he thought so. Wasn't too sure.

Hadley's eyes flicked to the side at Selene's question. He was pretty sure he'd been purchased because Sebastian was horny and wanted lots of sex, but nobody had outright told him 'this is your duty'. He hadn't been declared as free either though, as telling him that right now would probably shatter his mind, unable to actually accept the gift, unable to live on his own. I don't know. Doesn't matter. I still belong to him. I'll do as he wishes.

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A sigh escaped Selene, and for a moment he wondered if he'd done something wrong. He didn't know much about being free after all. Hadley had wasted his life when free in a haze of alcohol and sex. He wasn't anyone to speak, and so much of the knowledge had been tortured out. He tensed slightly, only to become puzzled at her words. The fact that choice was restricted only from her made her sound a lot like a slave. Hadley knew she didn't have a master though, and Amy had treated her like an equal, something she never would have done if Selene was lower than her.

His answer about Sebastian displeased her even more, the small girl's ears flattening. Hadley's own ears pasted themselves to his skull, afraid that she would now hurt him for his answers. They hadn't made her happy, and he'd even dared to ask a question. Yet nothing came. Instead Selene talked about attacking Amy, getting revenge for the wounds that he bore. The very thought shook Hadley to the core. Selene muzzled into Hadley, and his grip tightened protectively. Don't. Don't go after her. Stay here. Please. His voice begged, not wanting to see her broken, shattered into pieces, Amy laughing above her body. He leaned down, nuzzling the top of her head. Please stay.

OOC i just fell in love with selene

Selene's tail brushed Hadley's body, giving comfort as she promised not to follow. Sighing with relief he shifted his grip to something more comfortable as they sat together. He listened silently as she questioned how Amy could hurt him. He shook his head silently. I wasn't good. Simple punishment. The games, on the other hand, were something entirely different. Something done just to entertain her, the source of her nightmares. His scarred arm twinged in pain at the memory, the smile on her face as she began to skin him alive.

Hearing her words Hadley's ears perked up. For him it wasn't the case of getting a room mate or not. She was free, and he was not. She wanted a room, and was willing to let him stay in there at the same time. That was pretty generous in his terms. She mentioned feeling safe, something that embarrassed Hadley to no end. Despite his strength and size Hadley was incapable of harming others, even if in battle to protect another. To have those hopes pinned on him was really awkward. He ached, wishing that he could promise that she'd be safe with him. Yes. His voice was quiet, a little hesitant as if she might change her mind, throwing him away.

Hadley started a little as Selene twisted around. Curious to what she was doing he looked down. A hand reached up, touching his cheek gently. Small chills ran through his body. So similar to the touch of the slave trainer, delicate before it turned deadly. Selene wouldn't do that, but the sensation, so familiar, was frightening. Her next words were rather hesitant, asking if he would forget about her if ordered. Surprised he looked down at her. Selene's voice broke, trailing off as she started to say something. An apology followed, and Hadley's ears flattened. It's okay. I don't think I could follow that order. Hadley would definitely try, but it wasn't something he could succeed in. Hadley would still see her around, and he couldn't erase his own memories. Being silent would be the easiest part of that request, unless she decided to break him.

OOC so glad shes a year old now or this would be even more awkward. by the way, hadley was bought to be set free, but he's so traumatized that to tell him that would, like, split his soul in half

Hadley turned his head towards the door as the storm picked up. It sounded like it was going to be horrible. He was glad that he had a room to stay in, out of the cold. With Amy he would have been outside, seeking shelter along with the horse. His mind drifted off to memories of nights when life hadn't been so harsh, curled up safe and warm. He had always been so wild, just like his dad, pushing boundaries and causing trouble, returning in the evenings to curl up with his mother, exhausted and taking comfort from the warmth of her body.

Selene talked about his difficulty following the order, and confusion crossed his face. He hadn't said anything unusual, had he? Only what he meant. There was no reason for her to be pleased about him being half trained, unable to do what was asked of him. Then again, she liked him, so maybe it was because Selene felt she could still do what she wanted with him. Selene fidgeted against him, and Hadley watched silently, used to doing such things. For so long he was quiet, always observing, never moving. This was similar, peaceful.

Confusion rolled across Hadley's face as she spoke about uprooting everything. Selene was definitely not annoying, and he couldn't think of her doing anything that changed his life. Well, he would have a room mate now, but as long as he was quiet and kept out of the way Hadley was sure that wouldn't be a problem. Her confession of love though, froze Hadley to the spot.

Love?

Selene worked her way through as Hadley sat there, carved out of stone. Love? That was as hard for the broken wolfdog to consider as freedom. Both concepts were capable of shattering him beyond belief, far from ready to grasp the concepts. It finally sank in. He looked up, not understanding. She seemed to be waiting for something. Looking around Hadley realized he was on her bed. Standing up he brushed the bed off, moving to the side. Awkwardly he stared down at the ground, the words thundering around, threatening to shatter his small mentality.

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Hadley watched Selene sink to the ground. Small tears leaked from her eyes. His heart jumped, not wanting to be the cause of that. He was still frightened though. If he moved he might fall apart. Hadley was unprepared for the words she gave him, unable to feel anything even close to those tender feelings. He barely felt safe at times, let alone secure enough to allow him to feel something so complex. Whoever said love could happen at any time obviously hadn't faced such a scarred soul, one pushed beyond the boundaries that would normally hold those emotions. Slowly Hadley was being drawn back, but this was too fast. Instead he was tangled, frozen where he was.

Her apologies were meaningless. She hadn't done anything wrong. At least, not that Hadley was aware of. Needing to stop her pain Hadley reached out a hand shakily before touching her arm. He looked up, trying to meet her gaze. Don't say that. It wasn't much, just a couple words, but they held a lot of meaning. Hadley didn't speak often, trying to avoid punishment. Because of that every word was weighed carefully, trying to make sure it had the impact intended. This handful tried to reach Selene, falling just short, telling her that he didn't like seeing her sad, that she had nothing to apologize for.

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Hadley listened as Selene talked, emotions flowing out of her. So much damage, so much hurt. Her request was so ridiculous. Hadley laughed a little before catching himself, pulling away. I can't hate you. I don't hate anyone. She continued to rant, hurting herself further with her own words. It was as bad as if Amy herself was standing there, striking the tiny female. Hadley shook with sorrow and fear before finally pushing through, moving across to where she was. It was the hardest thing he'd ever done, crossing those couple feet to reach her side.

Her last words had Hadley confused again. Have cared? He fell silent again, unsure what to say, what she meant. She was so delicate. Knowing that he could be punished for this Hadley took a deep breath, and scooped Selene into his arms. He was prepared for fighting and flailing as he crossed the floor, gentling laying her on the bed. He knelt down beside it, looking up at her. Hadley didn't say anything, his eyes glowing gently with worry. He could get into so much trouble for this. Yet he'd broken through, just trying to stop her tears.