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Justin kept petting Striker. The wolf barked a bit at the prince. "You want another fight, huh?" Justin questioned. Striker immediately went up on his paws. He ran a little bit and faced Justin in excitement and adrenaline. "Alright boy," he said as he stood. "You're lucky these wounds have healed enough. Just no claws okay? I'm probably due to drink soon and I don't want to rush things." Striker nodded in agreement. The prince's eyes sparkled and a grin appeared on his face. Moments passed as they waited for the first strike. Justin ran full speed, which made the wolf do the same. Striker pounced on top of Justin, knocking him to the ground. Justin quickly pushed the wolf off of him with massive strength and quickly recovered. "Second try! Don't disappoint me now!" he taunted with a laugh. The wolf playfully growled at him. They ran at each other again, trading strikes. This went on for a few moments more, but neither were choosing to back down.

Justin and Striker battled for a few minutes now. "Thanks for giving me an actual challenge this time," the prince playfully teased. They ran at each other and Justin grabbed Striker's front paws. They stood there for a moment, interlocked and attempting to push the other down. Striker leaned forward, causing the pair to roll off in no particular direction. Justin pushed off the wolf right before they ran into a tree. The wolf swiped at him with his paws. Justin dodged and ran behind Striker. He then put the creature in a headlock. Striker pushed him away and quickly pounced on top of him. Justin crashed to the ground with Striker on top of him. He smiled and lightly poked the wolf's stomach. "You're dead." With that, Striker acted out that he died. "I win this time, boy," Justin laughed, out of breath. The wolf came up to the prince and licked him. "Your acting's improving." He smiled as he pet his friend.

Justin pet Striker's fur as the wolf lay down on the ground. "Man, training can be really tough with you. I'm glad you don't hold back!" Striker barked at him in delight. "So, did you do anything while I was gone?" The wolf shook its head. "Yeah, sorry I couldn't spend more time with you, boy." Striker licked his face and Justin chuckled. "After taking Alaina into town, I didn't really get to much. I was listening to some music too. And you know, I can't get this one song out of my head." Striker barked at him in curiosity. "No, I can't do it here. Someone could hear me." The wolf frowned at Justin. "Oh, fine. Just stop it." When the wolf was quiet, the prince started to sing the song. It was a slow song that was perfect for his semi-deep voice. He made sure that those far away wouldn't be able to hear him. Justin truthfully enjoyed this talent. He just doesn't know what people would think of him doing it.

Justin finished his song and smiled at Striker. The wolf licked the prince in thanks. He also barked for more. "Aw, come on boy." Striker nudged him playfully for another song. "Well, thank you. Thank you all," Justin said as if speaking to other people. "I guess I can't turn down an encore." He laughed to himself as he stood up. Striker moved off of the prince and lay down close by. Justin readied himself and started yet again. His second song was a rock song he was fond of. He felt great about this song. Letting the melody flow with his voice, Justin was enjoying himself and the music.

Justin was really enjoying doing this. I never get to sing this much around the kingdom. I can't sing at home because of my brothers, mainly Sigfried. But this is really nice. His thoughts were interrupted by Striker barking approval. "Calm down, calm down," he laughed. The wolf stared at him again. "Well, I guess one more won't hurt. I mean, it's for a friend." Striker rolled his eyes. He knows how I like singing as much as I do. A smile appeared on his face as he prepared. He chose his third song and let the music flow. A smile was kept on his face and he closed his eyes. Striker was enjoying listening to the prince's songs. The wolf's eyes closed as well to listen to the song better.

As Justin finished his song, Striker opened his eyes and smiled at the prince. But something else caught his eye. In the corner of his eye, the wolf saw a girl looking at them. His head turned sideways in confusion. Justin opened his eyes and saw Striker. "What's wrong, boy?" he asked. He followed the wolf and saw the girl. The only difference is that Justin remembered who it was. Alaina? What is she doing- Then he put two and two together. She probably heard me singing! Aw crap! Quickly, the prince jumped into the nearest tree and climbed to a high branch that could support him. He sat on it, back to where he saw Alaina. Man, I knew someone would hear! His face was red from embarrassment.