Jonathan (on hold)

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i know its been forever but i finally got some free time and decided that i would upload a new chapter

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Helushka's P.O.V

We have ridden throughout the day, the moon had now begun to reveal itself from behind the faraway trees. Looking around with sharp eyes, I spotted a thicket with just enough room for me and Little Warrior to rest in without being seen. I assume the other white males had already returned to their camp, seeing the two men trapped inside the cage that once held me. The female's father had most likely ordered the other males to gather everything and start searching for his daughter.

I looked down at Little Warrior, Luna, my protective instincts took over as my thoughts strayed to the sight of how those males had treated her. Her thin brows scrunched together as her mouth formed a frown in her sleep, her body slightly shaking. Her body and spirit had endured too much, with the unwanted attention from a demanding male and the abuse from a displeased father.

Carefully I had begun to get off the horse while keeping my hand steadily placed on Little Warrior's back, keeping her steady on the horse as I slid down. I did not want to wake her in her condition, the supplies had to be arranged a certain way in the little thicket and the horse had to travel on his own path for the white males to follow. I tenderly rubbed my hand along her back in a calming gesture while whispering softly.

"Little Warrior. Wake." It is hard to form the words that the female and the white males had spoken, yet the similarities help decipher the meanings.

Slowly, her head had begun to lift. "Jonathan?" Her voice a faint whisper as her eyes struggled to open fully.

"Come." She seemed to understand what I had meant, yet her body and soul cried out for more rest to recover. The female had then begun to sit up straight on the horse, removing my hand from her trembling back I gently helped her lift her leg over the horse and slide down with her body firmly against mine.

Her body was shaking, yet she still managed to stay standing while trying not to use me as support. Admiring her strength and her will, I helped her walk over to a tree with a thick covering of grass around the base with a few roots climbing their way from the ground. I had helped her sit down with her back against the tree, when I was sure she was comfortable I went over to the horse and grabbed a water sack and already cooked buffalo meat. When I made my way back to her I had noticed her eyes were closed, I would like to let her sleep yet she needs all of her strength to heal and last through the journey back to my tribe.

Crouching down with the meat and water sack in one hand, I used my other to rest on the females shoulder and nudged her a bit. "Little Warrior." A small whimper came passed her dry lips as her eyes struggled to open again.

"Ye-yes?" Giving out a grunt, I put the items on her lap and motioned for her to take it. Little Warrior had looked down, a small frown gracing her face as she stared at the food and water on her legs.

Not allowing her to deny what her body needs, a low growl of warning passed through my slightly bared teeth as I gestured more firmly for her to take it. Her eyes wandered my face. When she had realized I would not give in to her will, the Little Warrior had begun to nibble on the meat as a fawn would to a leaf. Satisfied that she was eating, i had begun moving the supplies from the sides of the horse into the small thicket. Pulling out branches from the inside to make more space, I had crawled out with every torn branch to be sure the thicket would still hide what will be resting there.

My eyes examined the small resting area I had created, with a make-shift mat further back in to the thicket and the rest of supplies arranged within reach yet there was enough room for a little path to the opening. It would be too dangerous to light a fire, with those males on the hunt and the thicket does not have a clear opening for the smoke to travel to the stars. With a grunt I crawled back out of the thicket and walked toward the female, crouching down I grabbed the water sack and was pleased when it seemed almost empty along with the meat that now rested in her stomach.

Carefully, I slid my arms underneath her frail body and carried the female to the thicket. I had laid her down on to the far side of the make-shift mat, leaving enough room for me to rest closer to the entrance and Little Warrior to be more safe.

After I had covered her from the cold, I went out to find a leaf covered branch and begun to sweep the forest floor. Our steps that were indented in the dirt were now gone, yet the horses steps stayed. Throwing the branch far in to the woods, I carefully checked the horse to make sure I had not missed any supplies that would be of use. Satisfied I slapped the horses rump, startled by the sudden sting it has taken off deeper in to the woods.

With one last glance around the territory I made my way back into the thicket, stepping lightly to prevent tracks from forming in the dirt. Once inside, I looked down at the female who continued to rest where I had put her. Her face no longer held a frown, yet expressed an almost content feature.

Relief washed through me as I continued to gaze at her soft yet strong features. Her skin was smooth and pale, yet held a touch from the suns rays. Her golden brown hair was covered in dust from her struggle yet still manage to gracefully frame her face in waves. As I looked down at her body, she was too thin. I assume with beating, her father showed his displeasure for her actions by starving her as well. Heat expanded through my chest at the thought of this female suffering more than what I have witnessed.

Not wanting to think of other ways this Little Warrior had been tortured, I lied down on the mat facing her. As I gazed at her sleeping form I sent a silent vow to the spirits, I will protect this female from those males. I will not allow them to take her away with them.

Slowly, carefully, I slid my arm under her head and used the other to pull her closer. The females body was almost covered by mine due to our size differences. I held her body against mine, allowing my warmth and strength to sooth this female's aching spirit. I will protect her, I will show her what a man is meant to do, I will show her that females are cherished by males. My arms tightened around her slightly, finally letting my spirit drift off from my body.

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