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Jackson's vibrating phone broke his concentration from the now cold eggs and bacon. He pushed the plate out of the way and slid his phone over to unlock and read the text he received
He sent back:

After the text he had to figure out what to do in the meantime beside change the clock on his phone to this area time. (lol couldn't change it)
For the first part he spent a little time downstairs with target practice using both a real gun and tranquilizer. then he spent some time with the punching bag before taking a break and deciding to go and visit his parents on the other side of town to let them know he would be gone for a bit. After all of that time had flew he headed back to his house to pick up some stuff before letting Cole know with a text that he was on her way
(it was a montague time skip go figure
the big one will be after the hunt)
He drove slow, still trying to remember where she said she lived
Jack had came a few minutes early.

(Thanks i used to do windows error messages for the hacker rp
i think doing things like this add to the story kinda like pictures in a book)

" i hope you're ready i know i am
hop in it's a long drive to Ream Grove Virginia
well not really since it's right above us but you get what i mean" he said as he waited for her to enter before leaving.
From where they were in the state
For most of the drive Jackson tried to start conversation on something other than hunting but when he burnt out on responses he let the radio music do the talking for him. It felt like a pretty awkward moment for him
it's been awhile and he still wasn't used to being alone with just Cole.
when they made it to the smal town of Ream Grove he called the man who got in touch with him about some odd creature killing cattle and stealing horses from the barn. It was pretty dark but he managed to give Jackson directions to where the last place the creature was spotted. It was a place near the forest Jackson reached over to the glove compartment and pulled a pair of night vision goggles. He handed Cole a pair just in case
the moon was pretty full but the trees grouped together and created dark spots. "We are going for the kill so i'd recommend one of the "real" guns
Try to stick with me
i'm not sure where this thing is but we are going to win this game of hide and seek before the night's over" he said before quietly opening his door with his eyes scanning the surrounding area.

Jackson nodded but put a finger on his mouth, he wasn't really sure what he was dealing with and if the xreature had enough intelligence to tell what they were saying if it could hear them.there was little to go on and Jackson almost assumed that this was a random after seeing nothing but the monster was actually closer than they knew.
As Jackson carefully walked on the dry grass and twigs he just decided to try seeing if he could find anything witu the night vision
he moved the goggles from his forehead and almost instantly spotted to glowing eyes staring back at them from about 7ft away. Narrowing his eyes to make out the large shape he raised his gun to aim and the creature bolted for them. Jackson shot as fast as the gun would allow but the thing shook it off and jumped over them in an attempt to flee. Jackson took off his goggles and ran after it following the new noticable trail of blood it left behind
"Call me crazy but that thing looked like a bear sized raccoon" Jackson commented as he ran

"Time, patience, and hope...that it eventually runs out of blood" he puffed still shooting at it whenever it's body lined up with the gun. Somehow the coon tripped over itself and was dazed from it's wounds but was intent on fighting the large creature hissed and spat when the two got close. It lunged but fell short and that was when either of the two bullet ended it.
Jackson watched the body not sure it was dead till it twitched and seemed to shrink back into a normal raccoon. This sight puzzled Jackson because animals were known carriers of conditions like this rather than victims themselves. He let out a sigh of relief mostly that the foot chase was over he hated running. " well that went better than expected
Now before we leave we need to burn the body" he instructed before leaving to get some lighter fluid
he already had matches on hand. And though Jackson didn't seem to show it a spark in him was rekindled.
(I imagine this a the little story before the movie title
and as mentioned the last time skip for a little while.)
The wild goose chase for the pack of shifters seemed to be more of a couple of months long vacation for the two. With Jackson's spending habits they barely made a dent in the money they recieved in the starting of this job. Unfortunately after the "rabid" were
there was a lack in anymore monster sightings so between trips between city to city Jackson had to simulate monster attacks
At random. From someone or something quietly coming through the window of their hotel to chasing moving targets through city areas and woods with paintball guns. None of this would really prepare you for the gravity of the real thing. Jackson remembered the "high" he'd get from being in immediate danger. Of course after a few close calls the final spot on the map lead to a dead end. They had about enough money for gas to get home and a quick bite to eat. Jackson didn't want to admit he was defeated he only became skeptical about if the creatures were still alive to begin with.
Jack sunk down in the diner booth after picking with what he ordered
"Well we are back at square one...I can't complain
But i'm disappointed we hadn't found not a trace of one of these guys. I mean we nearly had a trip around the country. The only other place to look is anywhere other than the us...but i don't think my butt can take much more sitting" he commented but also partially complained as the waitress brought them their bill
"I guess we have a choice
continue to look or just go back to our "normal" lives" he added with a sigh.

"Don't say that I still hadn't given up yet i vote for continuing doing what we can call mr crazy but i just have a feeling that they're out there...maybe somewhere closer to large cities rather than the small ones we've been checking" He said narrowing his eyes while he started to go into deep thought.
"Hey brah" a voice called out from the other side of the diner
Jackson knew it had to be referring to him. It was late and hardly anyone was here on their side. The guy that appeared to work there
in the background came over to the table dropping off the wallet that had fell out of the many pockets on Jackson's pants. "Um you dropped this back near the bathrooms and i'm pretty sure you need it." the stranger said referring jokingly to the bill below him. Jackson nodded " Thanks..Everett?" Jackson started to say after reading the name tag " i'll be more careful" he added looking up again at the person who could have easily taken the wallet and gone about their business
The one thing he couldn't help but comment on was the man's grey hair under the beanie he didn't look older than 21 at the most. "Stress" Everett said before Jackson could comment then walked back behind the counter adjusting his hat and taking off the apron
Jackson only felt his short hair for a minute knowing he'd possibly have a few grey hairs over this. But something seemed to click but he couldn't make such an assumption quite yet
" he looks familiar
do you remember an Everett?" He asked Cole
Vancouver sighed as he put up hiz things and made a face at the tag
he really hated his real name but for some reason throughout his past lives never changed it.
He went back the way he entered after clocking out looking back at the duo on his way out. "Dude acts like he never seen a person with different colored hair before
shoot the other waitress has a full head of blue and magenta." Van mumbled to himself as he walked in the direction of his apartment.

Jack took a moment to respond being that he was still braindead
" no
Him here that'd..." Jackson jumped up after pulling out a $20 to pay for everything before bolting to the door. Van was taking his time but already halfway down the street. "I'm like seriously pulling a blank here, if we go running after him he'd more or less realise we are coming after him..." just hurry up and get in the car we'll figure something on the way" he said in a loud whisper
as he quickly went over to the driver's side and hopped it. After Cole decided to join him in the car he just drove casually getting nearer and nearer the target
Jack assumed the guy didn't know who they were
the two were dressed normally and he had came to them first. Their best bet was to pull off a quick ambush
of course with him being brain dead and Cole pretty much drunk
They had to even the playing field if thet were going to catch this guy. "Hold the wheel i'm going to try to get him with a tranq first" he said
feeling over behind her seat for the gun and the smallest thing to load it with.

Jackson looked away from the sight of the gun at her for a second
" now i know you've drunk too much
just keep an eye out for cars instead of trying to go flirt with the dog man." Jackson commented as he turned his attention back to the guy.he continued to mumble to himself about her plan as he pulled the trigger while a car was in front of them waiting for the light to change.
Van knew he was pretty much in the hunting capital of the world and actually had been caught before by a past team a month ago. He didn't have the money yet just to move
plus it wasn't like he could go into hiding in his current condition. The only thing on his mind was getting home, take a shower, and get into the bed. Working as the cleaning staff wasn't the best job in the world and he wanted to get the smell of cleaner off of him as soon as possible. He did feel a pinch in the back of his leg. He would of signed it off as a bug or something till he realised that said bug was a dart. That combined with him already being drowsy made him dizzy so running off wasn't an option unless he was fine with going in circles or face first into a wall.
Jackson pumped his fist when he was sure it hit and drove close enough so he was a walking distance away. "Cole get the cuffs out of the glove compartment" Jack instructed as he ran up ahead to the drugged man.

Jackson didn't care what it looked like it was like finding the spot where a puzzle piece finally fits
in this case they only needed 3 more and if one was here the others may be too. "How about both of ya'll move in front of a moving vehicle i don't really feel like being kidnapped today
could we move this to another time." Van said sarcastically
his legs may of been sleep but his mouth was wide awake
Jackson made a face as he tried to remain professional and picked him up
holding him by his arms. "How about you come with us and we'll clear things up tomorrow
if you're a good boy we won't pull out the muzzle." Jackson replied before tensing up and falling backwards
Van unwisely used up the remaining electricity he had to shock the smug hunter but really that was all he could do. It wasn't a real plan to be honest
He could barely stand as it is nonetheless attempt to make a break for it.
Van eventually fell back over when the drugs took full affect leaving Cole with her petrified partner and the knocked out shifter.