Thiam - The War Is Over

Chapter 3

How could he have forgotten his promise to Scott?! Liam was internally shouting at himself. He had been so stupid. How could he have done this? Because of him, Theo had probably killed, like, twenty people by now, and Liam was the one who was supposed to be watching over him. Making sure his hand was no longer bloody, Liam raised his hand, quickly excusing himself to the bathroom. He sped through the hallway and burst into the bathroom, then washed his hands, wiping away the small, dried stains of blood, still pissed with himself.

"Oh, don't be so hard on yourself. I promise I haven't killed anyone."

Liam scowled. Of course he could still hear Theo. Theo was probably going to torment him, but never show himself, the coward.

"I'm not afraid you, jackass," Liam snarled. He dried his hands against his shirt and crossed his arms. "Where are you?"

"Wouldn't you like to know?"

"Why else would I ask?"

"No need to be so snarky-"

"Where are you?!"

"Closer than you think."

"It was you who I saw, wasn't it?

"I don't know what you're talking about."

"Oh, don't play stupid-"

"I have to go. See you around, Dunbar."

A scowl found itself on Liam's face. "What- no! I want answers as to why you're stalking me!" There was no response, meaning Theo was gone or he was just ignoring Liam, and Liam didn't appreciate either option. He let out a huff of annoyance, then headed out of the bathroom and back into class. When he sat back down at his desk did Corey give him a questioning look. "Later," Liam mouthed and Corey gave the slightest of nods.

Liam leaned forward, his elbows leaning against the desk, using his hands to prop up his head and he stared blankly ahead. Who knew what Theo was up to. If he did anything (like murder someone- oh God, Liam hoped it wasn't anything like that, though he didn't doubt Theo wouldn't do such things...) the blame would be put on Liam. He needed to find help.

Sure, he had Mason and Corey, but the three of them couldn't solve everything alone. Then again, Scott and Stiles had solved a lot of things with just the two of them...

No. They had had Lydia, Malia, Kira, so many others willing to help.

Did it matter? They were so smart, they could easily control Theo, Liam bet. His heart sank just thinking about it. He was so useless. He wasn't as great or mighty as the others were.

He would never be.

Who would want to help him anyway? He was expected to be just as good as Scott since he was his beta.

Maybe Parrish. He was cool. Kind of freaky though. The whole hellhound thing made Liam a bit unnerved. He'd have to ask Mason his thoughts.

Or maybe Chris Argent could be help. No, he was too mysterious and the fact that he's a hunter didn't help. Scott definitely trusted him, but Liam couldn't help but wonder if he would ever turn against them. The thought made Liam shudder.

Frustrated with himself for not knowing many people, Liam held back an angry sigh. Perhaps Corey and/or Mason knew other people. Should he even tell them about Theo? Maybe they forgot. Probably not, but there was still a chance, right? The bell startled Liam, causing him to jump in his seat. He quickly gathered his things and waited for Corey, and the two left the classroom together.

"What's wrong?" Corey immediately demanded.

"Who do you think we should ask for help if, like... something happens?" Liam asked after a moment of thinking his words out. "Something supernatural, I mean."

"Scott." Corey's answer was so straightforward and confident, but Liam shook his head.

"But we can't always depend on him. Besides, he's trying to start a career and its not like he can always drive over just for us."

"I think he would. I trust him-"

"Im not saying I don't!" Liam objected defensively.

"I know you're not," Corey said calmly. "Is there any specific reason as to why you're asking?"

"No," Liam replied quickly, glancing away, but he knew Corey could tell he was lying. "Nothing worth mentioning that I can't handle," he added in a mutter. "We should hurry."

"We still have lots of time, though!"

Liam ignored Corey and rushed away. He really needed to step up as a leader.