* I pulled up to Vincent and Chloe's house and beeped the horn. +Vincent Gaines​​ and I were headed to Minot to pick out our uniforms. It was hard to believe that he and I were going to become LEO's, but by doing this ourselves it kept others out of our town that we wouldn't want learning about our shifting abilities and other powers that some of us possessed. He opened the door, gave Chloe a kiss, she waved at me as he bound down the steps. Tyler came around the corner of the house and they spoke for a minute before Vincent finally climbed into my pickup. * "Hey man, thanks for driving." * I put the pickup into reverse as he put his seat belt on. * No problem, what do you have up your sleeve that you were so insistent that I drive? * I pulled out onto the highway and steered towards Minot. I looked at him and his eyes were full of mirth. *

* I pulled up to Vincent and Chloe's house and beeped the horn. +Vincent Gaines​​ and I were headed to Minot to pick out our uniforms. It was hard to believe that he and I were going to become LEO's, but by doing this ourselves it kept others out of our town that we wouldn't want learning about our shifting abilities and other powers that some of us possessed. He opened the door, gave Chloe a kiss, she waved at me as he bound down the steps. Tyler came around the corner of the house and they spoke for a minute before Vincent finally climbed into my pickup. * "Hey man, thanks for driving." * I put the pickup into reverse as he put his seat belt on. * No problem, what do you have up your sleeve that you were so insistent that I drive? * I pulled out onto the highway and steered towards Minot. I looked at him and his eyes were full of mirth. *

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  1. Vincent GainesJanuary 25, 2018 at 8:38 PM

    I heard the truck as it turned onto our driveway and I was already downstairs when Ian stopped in front of the house and blew the horn. I laughed to myself because he knew I would have heard the truck before he turned onto the property. Calling out to Chloe, I grabbed my coat. Babe, I’m leaving. Tyler is outside. He’ll be here until I get back. She hurried from the kitchen, drying her hands as she made her way over to me. “Have fun shopping.” She giggled as I opened the door. I stepped out onto the porch and bent down to kiss her. She waved to Ian then stepped back into the house. As I walked down the steps Tyler turned the corner. I should be back by early afternoon. Chloe is home for the day. “Okay, boss. I’ve got her.” Thanks! I made my way to Ian’s truck and got in. Hey man, thanks for driving. He grinned at me before he backed up. “No problem, what do you have up your sleeve that you were so insistent that I drive?” I waited until we had driven far enough away that my mate wouldn’t be able to hear. Well, besides the fact that I didn’t feel like driving? He looked at me, his brow arched and I laughed. Okay, okay! I’ve been feeling good about my relationship with Chloe and I think it’s time to move forward again. “And?” And I want to get her a new ride. Ian nodded. “I completely understand and I’ve been meaning to talk to you but I wanted to wait until you and Chloe were on good terms again.” I looked at him as he turned onto the highway. So, you and Meg are doing better? “Finally, yeah! I know she never intended for things to get that bad, and to be honest I don’t want to live without her.” Hell man, I know what you mean. Shit could have been so much worse. We could have lost them. We both went silent and I knew we were both thinking the same thing. Ian cleared his throat. “So, I think it’s time I married Meg and I want you and Chloe there when it happens.”

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  2. Ian Holder (Dark Protectors)January 25, 2018 at 8:38 PM

    * Vincent looked at me for a minute. * "That's awesome! Did you have something in mind?" * I grinned. * Yeah, somewhere warm! I want to do it on the beach, have the sunset behind us. I don't have the exact location so feel free to throw out ideas. * Vincent nodded. * "How quick are you wanting to do this?" * I watched the road as we discussed it. * Sometime after the females are finished with their community service and before they go back to running the bar. * Vincent grinned. * "I'm glad you said that. It's important that they finish their time." It is and I know that. I thought maybe we could take a week vacation. You and I could plan out the details and keep it a secret to surprise them. So any suggestions on where to go? I've never been much of a traveler.

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  3. Vincent GainesJanuary 25, 2018 at 8:39 PM

    I sat back and thought about places with nice beaches and warm weather. Well, there are a lot of places. The Bahamas, Cancun Mexico, even Hawaii. Ian seemed to think about it for a minute. He grinned then said. “Hawaii? I think I overheard Meg and Chloe talking about going there a time or two. Something about private beaches and delicious drinks.” Private beaches are great for doing it as you put it. I threw my head back and laughed. By the way, what are you, a 15 year old human girl? He looked at me and I laughed harder. You’re the one who said it. We were still laughing as Ian pulled to a stop in front of the barbershop. You didn’t waist any time getting here. “It’s not like you will be the only one getting a haircut.” He looked at me and laughed as he opened his door. “Even through you need one more than I do.” I growled and opened my door and followed him into the shop. I happen to like my hair, but you were right. It’s time for a change especially since we have new jobs. “Yes, and the last thing you need is to be out in the field and get all that long hair caught in a door or something.” I ignored him as he started laughing again and walked up to the man standing by the chair. “Mr. Gaines, Mr. Holder?” Yes! “I’m ready when you are. So who’s first?” I shrugged as Ian continued to laugh. I’ll go first.

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  4. Ian Holder (Dark Protectors)January 25, 2018 at 8:39 PM

    * I chuckled. * I meant the wedding, but if I can get my girl on a private beach, I'll take advantage and do IT too. * We were both laughing as I pulled up in front of a barber shop that Bernice said we HAD to visit. Bossy old female is what she is, always got her nose in everyone's business. I ran my hand through my hair. I guess it wouldn't kill me to get my hair cut. A male greeted us and went right to work on Vincent's hair. * Dude, did you tell Chloe you were cutting off your hair? * Vincent sighed. * "I figured it would be better to just do it and deal with the ramifications later." * I shook my head, Chloe may have his head. It didn't take long before it was my turn. I usually kept my hair short so it wouldn't be as much of a change, more of a clean up. The male informed us the payment had already been taken care of. We shook his hand and headed out the door to head towards the uniform shop. It was only a couple blocks away. We walked inside and started to browse. A elderly lady approached us. * "What can I help you gentleman with?" * We both looked at her and it dawned on me that she looked familiar. Vincent must have caught on too, by the way he looked at me. She looked like she could be a sister to Bernice. Vincent spoke up. * "Police uniforms, vests and badge." * She looked us both up and down. * "You two from McGregor?" * We both nodded and she grinned. * "I've been expecting you. Bernice called and told me what you needed. She said you couldn't be trusted making wise decisions, though if that's the case, I can't imagine why they'd let you be police officers." * She turned and began to walk off. * "Well come on, I just need to take your measurements and then I'll pull the size you need in the uniform Bernice picked for you." * Vincent and I both stood there grimacing. * "I said come on." * She snapped at us over her shoulder. *

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  5. Vincent GainesJanuary 25, 2018 at 8:40 PM

    I looked at the female and inhaled then looked at Ian with a raised brow. She was indeed a wolf shifter and apparently related to Bernice. The female stopped, growled as she turned back to glare at us. “I don’t have all day to wait until you feel like moving.” She started walking again and I shrugged then followed her as Ian moved up to walk beside me. “I didn’t know there were shifters in Minot.” I didn’t either but apparently there are. She stopped again and said in a low voice. “We all live in McGregor but chose to work in other towns. Maybe now that Beck’s our alpha and the town is doing so well we can open up more businesses.” We both shrugged and she turned and started walking again. The female lead us to a large room then pulled out a tape measure. She stopped in front of me and got to work. After double checking her measurements she wrote them down then moved over to where Ian was standing and got to work once more. Once she noted the measurements for Ian she turned to face us. “Bernice has already picked out the uniforms for the entire police department. She wanted a dark color just in case anyone got blood or anything like that on the uniform. Things like that are harder to see on dark colors. You each will get 7 uniforms to start you off but the more the better. Stay here and I’ll get them for you.” I looked over at Ian as the female left the room and wanted to laugh. Damn, I thought Bernice was a control freak at the station but this takes the fucking cake. Ian grinned. “Well, I guess it’s a good thing we really don’t care what color the shit is.” The female returned, two large shifters following her, carrying two large boxes. Behind them were two humans carrying two boxes each, that looked like boots were in them, plus some other boxes. “Bernice gave me your shoe sizes. The belts, badges, ties and anything else you will need is in the other boxes. The bill was already paid by the town of McGregor.” She headed for the door and the shifters and humans followed. Let’s get out of here. I need you to drop me at the car dealership so I can pick up Chloe’s new SUV.

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  6. Ian Holder (Dark Protectors)January 25, 2018 at 8:40 PM

    * I followed the directions Vincent gave me for the dealership he wanted. * Do you need any help choosing a vehicle? * Vincent reached for the door handle to get out. * "Actually, I've already picked it out. I just need to sign some paperwork, grab the keys and I'll be ready to head home." * I grinned. * Look at you with your shit all together. * Vincent smirked. * "I always have my shit together, well most of the time." * I pointed to the stuff in the back of the pickup. * I'll wait until your ready and then we can move your stuff to your car and I'll follow you home. *Vincent disappeared for about 15 minutes. During that time a black Range Rover SUV was brought out front of the dealership. A lady walked out and placed a huge 3 bow in the hatch back. Soon Vincent was walking out front with another male. They shook hands and he jingled the keys at me. I jumped out of my pickup. * Damn, that's a sweet ride. * Vincent grinned. * "Yeah, I know she'll love it." * We grabbed Vincent's bags out of my pickup and placed them in the second row seats. * All right man, you lead, I'll follow. * He jumped into the SUV and we headed home. *

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