Fangs vs Claws

 Fangs vs Claws 

A story about war, love, and acceptance 

Many years ago, before hunters, before the world really knew what the creatures in the night were. Vampires and werewolves lived in harmony with each other. They would go out at night, laughing and hunting together. Friendships and relationships were formed, it was a peaceful time. But that all changed when the humans came, they discovered the little community of the creatures. Disgusted by their way of life, the humans started slaughtering the vampires and werewolves. This caused the creatures to turn on each other, and they stated blaming one another for the killing. Eventually the vampires and werewolves fled the community in the forest, and went their separate ways. Now the creatures live in hiding of hunters, and are sworn enemies with each other. Could the vampires and werewolves, rekindle their once great respect for each other? Or will they forever be at each other’s throats? This is their story. 

Present day

In a small village, off the edge of the forest. Lived a young woman named Luna, Moonstone. And she was a werewolf, but to keep that side of her secret from the humans, she hid her wolf self. Luna was a beautiful girl, short brown hair, green eyes, black rimmed glasses, she was slim, average height, and loved music. In fact she was known for always having her headphones on in the village. She was also kind, and caring. Luna was the daughter to the alphas in her pack, and took that role very seriously. Helping her fellow wolves whenever she could. On this particular morning, Luna was on her way to her mates house, his name is Blade. That’s not his real name of course, it’s his stage name. Because he’s a musician, and that’s the name he liked. Luna reached his house and howled lowly, loud enough for Blade to hear her. But not so loud that she draws attention to their pack. “Awooo! Hey baby.” Blade said as he pulled Luna in for a hug, and a kiss on her cheek. Blade was tall, with pitch black long hair, piercing blue eyes, tattoos of a paw print on one arm, and the other arm had a music note. He also had a tattoo of Luna's howl pattern on his upper bicep, a special way to remind him of her. Because every wolf's howl is different. Blade also had a black lip ring, that was a little crooked right now. "Hey babe." Luna said, following him inside. "I want to show you what I've been working on!" Blade said with a huge smile on his face. "It's going to be amazing, I just know it!" Luna said, blowing him a kiss. Luna sat on the floor, by Blade's bed. He picked up his guitar and started strumming a new tune. Luna was already loving it, but then he started to sing. "Is this all there is? Is this all it will ever be?" Blade sang, beautifully. Luna was in a trance, Blade had such a beautiful voice. And a powerful howl, whenever the pack would go out into the woods on a full moon. Luna and Blade would howl together, and Luna has never heard a howl like Blade's. It was otherworldy. When Blade finished playing, he set aside his guitar. Luna practically jumped on him, as she threw her arms around him. "That was amazing! You're so talented my love." Luna said as she kissed Blade softly on the lips. "Thank you baby, hey would you like to sing with me on a track?" He asked her. "I would love to!" She squealed in delight. They got together on the mic, and recorded Blade's track for his new album that's coming out soon. "Hey Blade? do you think vampires are real?" Luna asked her boyfriend. "I don't know, maybe." He said. "Mom and Dad say they're dangerous beings, and only want to kill. But did they just tell us that to scare us? Or do they really exist?" Luna thought aloud. "Maybe your folks, did just tell us that to scare us. Or maybe they are real. Either way, my love the pack is protected. No one is getting out or in our village." Blade said, pulling her close, reassuring her. "Could I stay the night with you? I don't want to be alone tonight." Luna said still not sure. "Of course baby." Blade said kissing her on the forehead. 

That night

Since Luna spent the night at Blade's house quite often, she didn't need to go back to her place for anything. Plus she liked wearing her boyfriend's clothes. "You look so cute in my shirt baby." Blade said, lovingly. "Hehe thanks babe." Luna said blushing. "The moons is full, you wanna howl with me?" How could Luna refuse, the couple went into the forest and shifted into their wolf forms. Luna was a white and gray wolf, where as Blade was completely black. Just like the night. They nuzzled each other, and licked each other's faces. A sign of affection with wolves. Then they took off toward the howling hill, where they could see the moon better. After howling, Luna and Blade just sat on the hill leaning on each other. With their tales touching. It was a beautiful night. When they got back to the village, they shifted back to their human selves. And walked back to Blade's house. "So my beautiful lady, do you want to watch a movie?" Blade asked getting cozy on the couch. "Sure, what were you thinking?" Luna asked joining him. "How about Corpse Bride? I know it's one of your favourites." Luna smiled wide, she loved how well her mate knew her. "That sounds perfect!" So they settled down to watch the movie, all cozy with a nice soft blanket. During the movie, Luna was beginning to feel sleepy, and was finding it hard to keep her eyes open. "Are you sleepy puppy?" Blade asked, laughing slightly. "Just a little." Luna said with a yawn. Blade smiled affectionately at her, and carefully picked her up bridle style. Carried her up to his room, and gently placed her on the bed. Once she was settled, Blade got in after her. He pulled her onto his chest, knowing she liked listening to his heart while she slept. "Goodnight babygirl, I love you." Blade said kissing her head. Then he too slowly fell asleep. Luna felt like she was in her own personal hell, everything was dark. She couldn't see anything, could only make out little sounds. Then a shadowy figure appeared in front of her, she had never seen a creature like them before. They had a slick black cape with a red hood, and as they got closer. Luna noticed the fangs, only they weren't like werewolf teeth. These teeth were long, and very pointy like daggers in their mouth. It was at this moment Luna knew, she was looking at a vampire! "What, do you want from me?" Luna asked, scared. She was so scared in fact, that she couldn't seem to shift. "Oh, I don't want anything from you. You're boyfriend on the other hand, is very tasty." The vampire said, with a sickening grin and gravelly voice. "Don't you dare hurt him!" Luna shouted, trying to howl. But no matter how hard she tried, she couldn't get any sound out. The vampire pulled Blade out by the neck, and he looked like he couldn't breathe! "Blade!" Luna shouted, trying to get to him. It seemed as though she was glued to the spot, and she couldn't shift or howl for help. All she could do was scream, and beg for the horrible creature to stop. But they of course didn't listen, the vampire slammed Blade on to the ground, and sunk their dagger like teeth into his neck. Once done, the vampire vanished. And Luna was able to move again, she ran over to him and gently cradled his head in her lap. "No, Blade stay with me please. I can't lose you, you're my mate, my love, my everything." Luna sobbed into his chest. "L-Luna?" Blade asked gasping for breath. "I'm here my love, you'll be okay, won't you?" She asked desperately. "I-I, l-l-love you." Then his eyes went blank, and he stopped breathing. "Blade? Blade?! Please, wake up, please." Luna begged, shaking him. But it was no use he was gone. "NOOOOOOOOOOO!" Luna jerked away in bed, shaking and crying. That dream felt so real. "Baby, what's wrong?!" Blade asked, concerned. "There was a vampire, and you were, dead!" Luna screamed out. "oh, baby, come here." Blade said, wrapping himself around her. Blade just let her cry into his chest, softly petting her hair. "shh, shh, it's ok puppy. It's ok, it wasn't real. It was just a dream, just a bad dream. I'm right here, I'm safe, you're safe. Everything's ok." Blade whispered in her ear. Eventually Luna calmed down, and looked up at Blade's ocean blue eyes. "You have your shirt off." Luna said laughing slightly. Blade just chuckled, and held her closer. "Yeah, I know you like how soft my skin is, and how much you love my tummy." He whispered the last part, making her giggle. "Well it's true, you have an adorable little tummy." Luna said, rubbing Blade's torso softly. "Can I lay on it?" She asked with puppy eyes. "Hehe, of course puppy." Luna made herself comfortable on Blade's tummy, and he gently petted her hair again. "I want you to know, with everything I won't let this go. These words are my heart and soul, I'll hold on to this moment you know. As I bleed my heart out to show, and I won't let go." Blade sang softly. Between being on Blade's comfortable tummy, and him petting her hair, plus the singing. Luna drifted off again, this time feeling very safe. "Sleep well baby, love you so much." 

Further in the woods, there was footsteps approaching. Something was coming, and they were hungry for blood...

End of part 1 :)