Daciana & Reima
"So whenever you feel alone, just remember that those stars will always be there to guide you. And so will I."
The large canine allowed her head to turn towards the sudden, faint yowls. However, this didn't catch any interest for her, and instead she wanted to get Reima and Felix in to their 'safe zone' as they'd call it. Gently shoving the young pup forward, Daci took a few paces forward herself, before turning her attention to face the feline. A low, rasped growl emitted from the ex military dogs snout as her eyes rested upon a small, brown tail whipping around the corner. Narrowing her eyes a little, she hesitated on helping the cat. Sure, it'd be a good thing and leave him, she'd managed to survive so long, and managed to keep Reima as safe as possible. And she didn't want to pup getting hurt, or herself. But she couldn't let the youngster get slaughtered by two blood thirsty beasts. As many times as she told herself in her head to not turn around, her instincts kicked in. Giving her head a shake she growled once more "Come on!" she barked, kicking her heels back as she spun and sprinted up the street. What was she doing saving a cat? Usually she'd taunt these things for fun, she wasn't soft hearted either. Had this cat grew on her? Had the apocalypse made her soft? Whatever it was, she was about to make a tough decision, one which could end herself in a lot of trouble. Reima seemed to just listen to her, not bothering to annoy the elder dog any more, she didn't want to anger her, and she didn't want anything bad to happen. Turning, she'd bolt after the mother figure as fast as her legs would take her, then suddenly hopping down an alley, keeping herself low.
Charging down the street, Daciana frantically looked around, brow auds soon locking on to two mutants, barrelling towards the young feline. Letting out a low, husky growl, the large muscular female lunged forward, sending herself barrelling in to the two dogs. Despite being smaller than one of them, her weight seemed to have sent the three rolling across the rough textured concrete. Taking no time, the Malinois quickly rolled over and pushed herself up on to all fours, ignoring the dust and stones which were not mangled in her short fur. Parting all four of her legs, the canine would tense up her body as she hung her head low, letting out deep and somewhat frightening growls, saliva dripping from her maw. The two mutants would quickly do the same, rolling and pushing themselves up, but a lot less sturdy as they stumbled and snapped at one another. Until their red/yellow tinted eyes fell on to the sane creature. "Move, kid!" she'd growl, gesturing for the feline to get himself hidden. The last thing she wanted was for him to be mauled by these creatures. Hearing a sudden sharp growl, her attention turned to the canine at the left of her, then the one at the right of her. Remaining tensed, the brown pigmented canine continued to glance back and forth, her eyes locked on to the two mutants. Reima seemed to remain hidden, her eyes widened with shock as she watched the two large canines circle Daciana, but she was too small to do anything. And so was Felix. Lowering herself to her stomach "Psst..." she'd whisper, trying to get his attention. Maybe they'd be able to come up with a plan.
As the two circled, Daciana began making her plan. First she'd take out the smaller dog, seeing as that'd be relatively easy, then her intentions would be on killing the larger one, seeing as that'd take more time and would be a lot harder to do. Placing one of her paws forward, the Malinois soon bolted forward, lunging herself in to the small, grey and white pelted canine as it stood growling. The two met by smashing in to one another, a large impact sounding in a deep thud. Batting at one another with their paws, Daciana would growl as the mutant would nip at her chest and paws to throw her off guard. Narrowing her eyes, the large female would make her way towards the canine neck, and with a few struggles she'd manage to grab the creature by its neck, thrashing back and forth viciously, causing the dog to let out a bellowing yelp. Until she was suddenly threw to the ground as the larger canine slammed its paws on to her back, sending her sprawling on to her stomach. Quickly turning, she was soon pinned by her shoulders. Struggling to get out of the behemoths grasp, a echoing yelp emitted from her maw as the smaller canine began tearing in to her hind legs, causing her to kick out in rage. Wriggling her head around, she'd try and prevent the larger canine from grasping her face, and her neck. Despite a few hurtful bites to her cheeks and tears to her ears, which ended in piercing yelps. The female managed to grasped hold of the canines ear, and with one quick, powerful thrash, she was able to rip the canines ear.
Relief struck the female as the larger canine was send stumbling backwards with a large yelp, several whines emitting from its maw as it began pawing at its ear. Panting heavily, now covered in blood and scratches, Daciana was ready to finish what she had started. Parting her maw slightly, she'd spit blood on to the light pavement, ridding her mouth of the horrid taste. Giving her head a quick shake, Daciana watched as the smaller canine barrelled towards her. When the time was right, she stepped out of the way, then quickly turned and used all of her weight to slam the canine to the ground. Pressing all her weight on to the canines side, she managed to grab its neck, tightening her grip despite its thrashing and the odd scratch it'd manage to give her. With each struggle, she'd tighten her grip. Piercing yelps sounded, and the thrashing continued. Letting out a grunt, the female was soon hurled off of the canine and shoved to the ground. Picking herself up, she turned to watch the larger canine stand over the young one, nudging it gently as it remained motionless. Its bright gaze soon turning to her. Grinning slightly, Daciana began to yelp in exhaustion. Maybe killing the smaller one first was a bad idea. Shaking her pelt, she charged towards the larger canine, hitting it with some force. The two began to tear at one anothers flesh and fling each other around, yelps sounding here and then, muffled growls constantly emitting from the battling pair. Soon enough, Daci was slung in to a wall, a loud thud echoing down the alley as she panted furiously. Looking up helplessly at the approaching mutant, her eyes would wonder on to Reima and Felix, her ears dropping a little as she looked back at the mutant, giving her head a shake. Feeling something smack in to her side, she'd pant heavier, the sudden sharp, piercing pain causing her to yelp. Looking, she'd lunge forward slightly, grasping the canines legs with hers, pulling it towards her she'd grasp it in her sharp fangs, causing it to yelp once more and stumble back. Taking this as an opportunity, she lunged up and began tearing at the creatures pelt, leaving large cuts and gashes. Managing to tip it on to its side, she began nipping it its neck, tightening her grip each time, before being pushed off.
Both canines were now exhausted, and possibly at the point of giving up. However, she wasn't going to lose this battle. She hadn't lost one before, and she certainly wasn't going to lose this one. She'd always been a stubborn mule, and this time it shone through more than ever, as well as her protective nature and the fact that she'd never give up. She had Reima to look after, and now possibly Felix if he decided to stay. Matted in blood and covered in battle wounds, the two exhausted canines began circling one another.
(So sorry, I've had exams and such.)
