I Miss You... {Chief}

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It was on very rare occasions that Blizzard found herself in this area of the city. It was a place her and Duke used to go to when they were just pups. She could always remember the times when they were first adopted, that the human's young pup would throw the sticks and play on the little set of bright colors where the adults would push him. The black and white collie sat down on the grass and stared at it for a while, her tail limp and ears drooping. She missed them. As much anger that built up inside her, how much hatred she can feel when she wants to, she always missed them. It was unsure to her how long she sat in front of that colorful set, but soon she pushed herself to her paws and turned toward the nature trail. On bright sunny days, around the time she was two, the older humans, male and female, would walk her and Duke down this path. They seemed content, and the scenery was beautiful, to both human and dog.

The second her paws hit the gravel, a pit filled her stomach and once again, her tail and ears drooped. Her head was low and tail dragged the ground behind her. As she looked out into the river, she felt her heart drop and she was forced once again, to stop and sit. Creeping to the waters edge, she flopped into a laying position, her head resting on her paws and a small, upset whine whispering from her throat. Why did you have to leave? Her mind whimpered, but her heart said other wise. Because you obviously weren't good enough. They had always loved Duke more than you. You are just too naive to see it! At that, she physically flinched. But, her mind was once more showing her the memories of her and her brother.

The day was mid summer, beautiful out. Not a single cloud in the sky and the suns bright rays shining down on the green grass. Duke loped excitedly beside her, tail lifted high and his tongue lolling out of his mouth. The female human barked something to the male, and the two sat down on what she had learned they called a 'bench' It didn't seem to interesting to the dogs. The humans just sat there, barked to one another, and stared out into the water. But they were keen enough to let the dogs off the leash and allowed them to play. It was Duke who made the first move, putting Blizzard on the defense. "You're dead meat, pup!" He howled, barreling into his smaller sister and sending her rolling into the grass. "Not so quick, fox-fur!" She barked back, flinging herself at him and nipping at his paws like she did to the sheep. After he was un-balanced, she threw all her weight into him, sending them both into the river. The humans jumped to their feet, barking and yowling at them. But, the two dogs were already on the shoreline. Howling and barking their laughter before they shook themselves off and jumped right back into playing.

Blizzard's heart tore at her chest, and once again another whine escaped her throat. She stared at her reflection in the water, her nose just touching it's chilly, yet refreshing surface. "Why did you leave me? All I did was love you... Please come back..I miss you.." She whined, her ears flattening as far as they could, her mind fogged with depression and anxiety. Why had they chosen Duke? Why couldn't they just remain a family? They were so happy that way..



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Chief:

A cool breeze could chill most humans to the bone, but a thick coat of fluffy brown and black fur was enough to keep the large German Shepherd fairly comfortable. The human female, his caretaker until further noticed, hadn't seemed to enjoy the chilly pre-spring weather; however, she had gathered many layers of different coloured coats, covered herself up as much as possible, and called for Chief to follow alongside her to the park.

As a dog of the law, it would've been wrong for him to not set an example by totting his master around by a leash. Luckily for him, the rules were not nearly as strict in the park, and soon the human was removing the leash to let him roam about the grassy area while she chatted with another of her kind. He wagged his tail and gave a bark of approval, earning a slightly surprised jump before an awkward smile and a good-natured "shoo". With a quick bound, he spun around and bolted off, loving the leg-room he'd have for the next short while.

As he got closer to the water, his run slowed down to a stride, before he paused altogether. Wayne rarely ever had to take him to the park back when he was home, since they used to have a backyard where he could run and play with the children. This new person, however, owned a much smaller living space, and so daily walks were becoming more of a necessity. Not that he didn't appreciate getting to roam about the beautiful place - he just... just missed the yard, more.

Ah, try not to focus on it, he told himself, shaking his head. His former master had important business and just couldn't bring him along, that was all. After all, if he would have been abandoned, then the men wouldn't have arranged for him to stay with this new person. She wasn't quite used to big dogs, but Gliny's people couldn't handle another large breed with her boundless energy and knack for mischief already taking up most of their attention, and this human wasn't mean or anything.

Lost in his thoughts and memories, he hardly noticed another form just a short distance away. Another dog, sitting by the water, ears and tail hanging low as he caught a faint whine. Poor thing... Whatever could be wrong, especially in a beautiful place like the park?? Ears perked, head cocked, he looked her over quickly for any obvious signs of injury or illness, before he lowered his head and trotted up to her curiously.

"...'You alright, miss??" he barked softly, making sure to leave about two or three feet between her and himself, not wanting to crowd or frighten her. He gave a soft yet concerned smile, and a single flick of his tail, almost like an awkward little wag to show that he didn't mean any harm.

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The sound of a voice filled her ears before she had caught the scent and she quickly snarled in her mind, scolding herself for lacking her usual alert nature. She was much better than this. It was at that moment that she really took notice of her moping. I must look like such a baby to him! Pull it together, Blizzard! Her mind was howling at her, but her body didn't really want to listen. Instead, she tightened her shoulders, feeling extremely defenseless to the male. She had yet to glance his way, her eyes were glued on the water. But, his reflection was there just as much as hers, and she could make him out as a large breed dog, though she couldn't remember what it was called. Either way, he was much bigger than her, and the last thing she wanted was to fight. 

She slowly moved her head to look at him, ears beginning to perk up and her head rose from where it had been drooping. She was usually one to show dominance, make the other dog and herself have a stand down if it was going to be a competition if the other stood up to her. But, right now, she didn't feel the need or the urge. She easily sank down to the males lower height, lowering her ears just a bit to show she wasn't going to try the dominant streak. Though, when she really looked to the male, he didn't seem to be interested in dominance or submission at all. He was holding a more neutral stance, which gave the collie the courage to rise to her paws and greet him with a friendly whine.

That was another odd thing for her. She usually wasn't friendly. Not unless there was a good reason to be. She was a lone dog, she liked to be alone, but something in this male was making her want to be friendly. "I'm okay, thank you. Just a little stuck in the past is all." She murmured, her voice gentle and quiet. "Some times when I'm here and memories sink in, I tend to get a little lost in my head." She was surprised at how fast the words were just falling from her mouth. She was usually such a locked up dog, but right now, she was already talking to him like they had known each other for years. Why is it so easy to talk to him? Is it the friendliness in his bark? The way he wags his tail? Oh my, what's going on with me... Her mind was full of strange questions, but she didn't ask. "I'm Blizzard." She gave the other dog a small smile, and even the light wag of her tail. If he was easy to talk to, maybe his company would be almost welcoming to the uneasy female. 

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Chief took notice of how the collie seemed hesitant to look up at him, how his voice had caught her attention before she noticed him approaching. Poor thing; he was so used to seeing his sister with boundless energy, or the human pups who could run and laugh for hours, but... To see someone looking so upset, so tired, it seemed like something that shouldn't be.

The German Shepherd was relieved to get a reply and a friendly whine, though she still seemed deeply troubled, and that would not do. He worried most that she had been hurt, and little did he know that it was true in a sense. He gave a sympathetic whine in return, but with a warm-hearted smile,

"It's an easy thing to do..." Chief replied as the stranger commented about getting lost in her head. He had done it a few times, though not as deeply. To show that he didn't mean trouble, the larger dog made sure to keep his head lower and his stance lax. He wasn't exactly submissive, but he didn't try at all to take charge of the situation or take advantage of the moment in any way.

Blizzard... It was good to hear a name. It showed a lack of hostility, at least most of the time, and the least he could do was offer her the same.

"My name's Chief," the police-dog gave another wag of his tail, before glancing over at the water, as if he hoped to see some hint as to what the collie had been looking back into. Ah, if only it was possible to do so... The male blinked, before looking back to offer another soft smile, ears perking curiously, "It's nice to meet you, Blizzard... Are you new here?? I haven't seen you around??"

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The male seemed friendly enough, and Blizzard couldn't help but fall into his warm smile. It was something she had never exactly felt before, and as the conversation moved forward, grew more and more reluctant to really care. Whatever it was, it felt nice, different, but a good different, and she was glad to feel it. Her body relaxed quite quickly and she began to pay more attention to his features. He was a light brown and black color, with broad muscles and fierce, yet somehow delicate features on his face. She liked the way it all blended together. It took her a few moments to snap out of the trance and realize that he was talking to her. She felt embarrassed and lowered her ears, ducking away until she had regained her self confidence.

Her ears once again found their stance and she learned the males name was Chief. This isn't like you Blizzard, snap out of it. Don't act like a pup. Don't embarrass yourself anymore. She scolded, but somehow, she just didn't care. Her heart was telling her it was okay. He was a polite dog and his manners made the collie smile. "It's a pleasure to meet you, too, Chief." She gave him a reluctant smile which eventually curved into a real one, that was warm and sweet. "I used to live here, on a sheep farm. But, when my humans left me to myself, I took to the wilderness, living in the woods and hunting for myself." There was a casual shrug of her shoulders, her best way to trying to hide how much the simple statement really bothered her. She tried to smile it off, but the smile never really reached her eyes, which she was now keeping away from the male. 

It was true though. Ever since they left she did keep out of the city most of the time. Trying her best to avoid it at all costs for moments like these. She always ended up lost in the memories and hurt. She didn't want to feel like that, not anymore. "I come back every once in a while to claim the memories, or if hunting is scarce, like in the winter, the human disposals have a bit of left overs that make a good meal. But, today, I'm just here for the memories I left behind" There she went again.. Spilling out so much to this dog she had never met before, but somehow felt like she had known him forever. She turned her gaze back to the water, her ears lowering as she took another moment to see into Duke's eyes..Splashing water..The humans barking protest..it felt like nothing much more than a dream. She ripped her head in a hard shake, then turned her head back to Chief, clearing her mind of the thoughts. "What about you, where do you stay?" She smiled, though it was a little reluctant, she was curious. Chief could have made a good stray, but he appeared way too well fed for a street dog, and a little too neatly groomed. His fur was neat and clean compared to her stained, white fur.

He can't be a house pet, can he? 

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He noticed the way the collie seemed to stare off as she looked over him, before she ducked away again, ears lowered in the same timid fashion of before. It made a fire in the pit of his stomach, and Chief wanted nothing more than make the timidness and sadness melt away, to keep her safe until she felt all the confidence in the world. It was normal for him to have some kind of reaction to see another canine in need or feeling down, but never before had it been this strong so suddenly. No, something about her held a special interest, and the need to make her happy became the top priority at that moment.

There was a determined glint in his brown eyes as she looked back at him, and her sweet smile only made it stronger. As Blizzard told her story, the German Shepherd listened politely, making sure to show his interest with eye-contact and perked ears, occasionally tilting his head just slightly at some key points.

"You're a strong dog..." he added, after the collie explained that she hunted for herself after her humans left. Poor thing... No dog deserved that, especially if they weren't left to another home. The determination quickly turned to sympathy as she tried to smile, though it was apparent that this deeply troubled her. It deeply trouble him, as well. How could anyone leave behind such a wonderful friend??

Chief considered trying to string together some comforting words as the other canine looked into the water, though he was worried that those words might not come out right or might even have some pain tag along. He was never great with words... not unless they were supposed to be the fierce authority of a police officer dog, which was probably the last thing the situation needed.

"What about you, where do you stay??"

"Hm...??" his gaze met her eyes again as he was snapped back into attention. He must've been thinking too hard on what to say...

"Oh, um... I used to live with Wayne, he was my first master," Chief explained, thinking back to when he was able to sit on the porch, looking off into the beautiful yard, watching over the human pups while his friend scratched him right behind the ear from the lawchair he usually occupied. The larger dog then glanced over in his new master's direction, before returning his attention back to Blizzard, "He... had to leave for someplace, and he couldn't bring me. So he left me with her, she's my new caretaker... Say, you said you had to hunt for yourself?? I have plenty of food, I think she doesn't know how much to leave me so she just puts a bunch out at the start of the day... If you're hungry, I'll lead you back there. We can get you something to eat."

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You're a strong dog... The words warmed the collie from nose to  tail tip. It almost felt like they were on fire. But, she knew for a fact they weren't, that was just crazy. Her next phrase seemed to catch Chief by surprise, and she could only assume he was lost in his thoughts. That happened to her way too often, therefore she understood exactly what he was thinking. It was now his turn to tell a tale, and Blizzard was patient, ears tilted forward and the occasional whine as though she understood. She was now able to confirm he was a house-pet, but for some odd reason, her distaste for them and usual aggression just felt plain wrong. What's going on with me? My instincts are all screwed up. Now a feeling fluttered in her stomach, and it led her to remember a story that Duke had once told her.

He had spoken of love. Blizzard had never experienced it. But, Duke had explained it as a feeling that warms your entire body when you are with a certain animal or person. It just overwhelms you and you feel at home with them. Like, you belong there, by their side, and when you aren't, you feel lost, confused, and almost depressed. Could that be what I'm feeling? No, she scolded herself. She had only just met the male, but maybe she liked him. Yes, that was it. She liked Chief. When his story came to an end, his next question made her fur bristle, just a tad.

Eat human food? At his humans house? The idea sounded so horrible to a stray like herself, but before she could even think anymore, she found herself nodding and barking her agreement. Now she was beginning to feel like a crazy dog. A real crazy dog. "Sure, I'd love to. As long as your care-taker won't mind." She gave the male a bright smile, even a big wag of her tail. Her paws bounced their excitement, though she tried her best to stay calm and mature. It seemed to be failing. What could it be about this male dog that made her suddenly want to change everything about herself? 

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Chief's ears perked as Blizzard accepted his invitation, and a smile formed on his face. She's like to go. A sudden feeling of relief washed over him, though he couldn't remember ever tensing up. His semi-fluffy tail began to wag again, and he gave a happy bark before glancing over at his new master. He wasn't sure about whether she'd mind or not, but he was determined to bring the collie over, one way or another. Even if he had to sneak her over after midnight, or whine and beg until the human gave in, he would find a way to get the other some food and possibly a safe place to hang out.

"She doesn't know much about dogs, and I think it unnerves her when we jump, so just be a bit wary o' that," he explained. He could remember the time she had returned to their workplace after being out for a while, and he and Gliny ran to great her. His sister had jumped up much more, making the poor human quite rigid and fearful. Able to smell that, Gliny thought she ought to comfort her, and therefor jumped higher until she nearly knocked the timid creature down.

"C'mon, I have an idea..." Chief explained, spinning around to trot over the his master quickly. He kept glancing back, kept making sure that the other was behind him as he made his way over. He also kept a careful eye on her reactions and expression, not wanting to force her out of her comfort zone. He made sure to give a reassuring smile as he continued, "If she doesn't react well - she gets kind of nervous around us - I can run home and bring you some stuff. Whichever you're more comfortable with."

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No jumping. She was absolutely fine with that, she didn't exactly want to run up and greet the human anyway. But, from a distance she could wag her tail, lift her ears, loll her tongue, all the things that made the humans 'oooh' and 'aww' over dogs like her and Chief's breed. It would all be fine. Keep telling yourself that.. The voice in her head whispered, but Blizzard forced it away, focusing her eyes on the brown and black patched fur of Chief's. He was a good friend, and already she was yearning for more. A quick shake of her head and she tried to push that thought away too, but it just kept popping back. She decided to enforce it, the male didn't have to know. But, that didn't mean she couldn't think like that. 

As they made their way to the humans house, Chief was ahead of her. She couldn't help the little whine of amusement every time he looked back to reassure her. It made her heart swell with pride and something like affection, but not quite. Suddenly, she seemed fairly eager to meet his human, see inside his life and figure out what it could be like, to be with a be with a human again. It had been so long... His next sentence about sneaking her food was just flat out adorable. Her ears fell back and she kind of, almost, gawked at him. Quickly she caught herself and dipped her head back, if she had cheeks, well they would be as red as a tomato. Bad dog, Blizzard! She scolded herself, Keep it together! Shaking her head, she hoped that went un-noticed, and whined a light thank you, before following after the male.

She couldn't believe he had actually gotten her to his humans house without much coaxing. It really, really wasn't like her. She preferred the forest, the pack, wide open spaces, not a house where she was confined to a human pet. Even when she was at the sheep farm she wasn't really a pet. She was outside all the time, with the sheep. The only time she was in, was to make sure their pup was asleep, then it was back outside to guard the front of the house. But, overall, she kept a brisk pace, staying a couple of feet behind Chief as they made their to his house. Her tail was lifted, waving lightly in the breeze, ears perked, and some kind of excited look in her eyes.

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Chief was glad to see that Blizzard was following. He worried that her bad experience with humans might in her past might have dissuaded her from following, yet every time he glanced back he was able to see the collie just a short distance behind. The German Shepherd gave a reassuring smile as the got nearer to his home, glad that his new friend was willing to go along. Not that he wasn't willing to sneak her stuff - it was probably just a lot easier this way. Besides, he didn't want it to seem like he was ashamed of helping her; no, it was quite to opposite, and the police dog took pride in being able to help.

"It's up this way. We have to walk a few stairs, but it's not far now," the black-and-brown patched dog explained as he lead Blizzard over to an outdoor staircase. The stone steps were still chilly, and the metal bars only helped to hold the cold in. Chief wasn't really sure he'd ever figure out why humans built so many things out of the cement, especially when they passed through this area often in the winter. There were plenty of things that he'd never figure out about humans, anyway, like why they would leave such a sweet girl to fend for herself...

"Ah, here we go. "

When they reached one of the doors on the second floor, he stopped in front of it and scratched at it, hopping up to paw around near the doorknob. When his black-tipped ears flicked and he heard someone moving about inside the apartment, he let out a couple of louder barks, causing the human to scramble and check the door. After she peered through the scope and recognized the canine, she opened the door, a tired looking expression on her face being greeted by head tilt, hanging tongue, and wagging tail.

"Alright, Chief, why are you-" the human began, before poking her head out to take note of Blizzard. She paused a moment, glancing at her own dog before she looked over at the collie. The human woman tried to force a smile, crouched down a bit, and stuck her hand out like she had been told to do around dogs. It was the awkwardly suspended hand of someone who wished to greet a dog but was way too nervous to get close initially.

"Hey, sweetie, how'd you get over here??" she cooed. While her fear was easily scented in the air, there was a certain awe behind her eyes, as if she were impressed with or curious about the new dog. She was used to seeing the big huge German Shepherds they had at the station - not that Blizzard wasn't a big dog, she just didn't look quite as big as what the woman was used to. So, she held out her hand to let the strange dog get used to her, while Chief gave a reassuring nod. "Are you hungry, girl?? You a friend of Chief's?? I bet you could go for a snack, huh??"

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As she trotted behind Chief her ears were held high, along with her head and tail. She felt confident, happy. Almost comfortable with the large dog in front of her. He wasn't much taller height wise, but his broad shoulders and thick muscles were nothing compared to Blizzards. She was strong, but not in the same ways Chief was. Soon enough, he led her to a set of what she remembered as cement. The humans built most things out of it. Blizzard could recall the basement in her old home having a basement filled with it. It was always freezing and she didn't like to be down there very often, it gave her chills from much more than just the cold.

But, she followed her new companion up the stairs quickly. She knew what he was doing as he jumped, scratched and barked at the door. He was summoning his human, she had once done the same thing. The familiarity made her stomach ache, and she hated feeling so lost and confused...Almost jealous of what the other dog had. But, she couldn't stay mad for long, as soon enough a young woman opened to the door, speaking to Chief in her feminine bark before turning her attention over to Blizzard. The woman dropped down to a crouch, putting out a hand for the border collie to sniff. But, she was too skittish, this was too much.

Instantly, her ears pinned to her head and she took a few steps back, fur bristling all around. It made her look like some kind of awkward polar bear. Her strongest instinct was to lift up her lips and snarl. But, with Chief's obvious protective personality, she knew it would end up with his fangs in her skin. So, she controlled herself, allowing the bristling fur to settle, though she stayed her distance. After a while of staying away, she let some more thoughts push into her mind. This woman wasn't her old owners...She was taking care of Chief...She loved him. It was obvious, and her fear scent made it more obvious that she wasn't going to harm Blizzard.

So with a strong amount of reluctance, she cautiously moved forward, approaching the human until she was able to sniff at her hand, even licking it the slightest bit.  

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"Speech."

The woman seemed to grow more nervous as Blizzard didn't react right away, but the fact that the collie hadn't leapt up to great her (much unlike a pair of all too familiar shepherds) seemed to help dissuade her fears a bit. She couldn't read dogs very well, obviously, as she assumed that the timid one was simply being shy instead of frightened. Chief, on the other hand, had picked it up. His ears fell back slightly, and he gave an encouraging smile and a single wag of his tail to show his support. She could handle it, he knew she could.

The woman smiled when Blizzard did move up to greet her, though she didn't dare reach around in an attempt to pet the stray. She was obviously very unnerved by dogs, and the fact that this new one was smaller than her newest resident was the only reason she dared approach the canine in the first place. It was a good thing the coat of thick fur helped to hide just how strong Blizzard appeared to be, otherwise the woman might've retreated back inside. After a few moments of leaving her hand held out, the woman pulled it back cautiously, before rising back up to her feet.

"You don't have a collar?? Aw, but you seem like such a cute dear. Well, lets gets some food for you, then," the human barked, and Chief's ears perked upon hearing the familiar word "food". He shot a smile at his companion, and his tail began to wag. It had worked. He wasn't quite sure about whether he should lead her inside, and doubted it considering that it might make his master feel trapped and she would spin around to change her demeanor very quickly, so he sat outside patiently and hopped that the collie would do the same.

"You did well, Blizzard. Sometimes she can get scared, and she lets out this very high-pitched noise, but I think she likes you," the German Shepherd explained. Soon, the woman returned with a food dish that had a little poorly-drawn sheriff's star on it, something that Wayne's pups had made before they left and Chief had gotten to keep it. The woman set it down on the floor of the hall, before taking a few steps back.

"I can fetch some toys, if you'd like. I have a green ball and a rope and a pillow, but the pillow it, uh... it's more like a scrap of fabric with some stuffing left, and I figured out that it's hers and she doesn't know where it's done off to, so... I'd have to sneak it out here," Chief explained, head lowering slightly and ears falling back with the look of guilt every dog seemed to show after accidentally chewing one of a master's beloved items to bits. He was willing to run inside and fetch anything, though, even his treasured objects. He didn't mind sharing at all, actually, at least not with Blizzard. He wanted to give her whatever she wanted in the world, and his secret stashes of toys or treats were no exception if that was what she wanted.

"...I know where she hides the biscuits, too, if you'd like some. We have to wait until she goes back inside, though, she doesn't know that I know, heh..."

((OOC;; oh my goodness, Chief is succumbing to becoming a lil' bandit for Blizzard xD))