...Here comes the wrath// (Cara)

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Furious would be an understatement. Dafydd looked as if he was about to explode in pure anger, his aura pitch black and his features sunken in at his lack of sleep. Today was his meeting with a certain Tony Andrews. Finally he had come to the bottom of Cara Kitchi's strange behavior. How could this of gone on under the academy's nose? He paced in his office, his feet seemed to be close to creating a ditch at the rate he moved. Two dogs sat side by side in front of the door, their oracles following their masters every movement. Both had picked up on their master's rare mood. Icey, especially, was confused, his blue orbs holding a sort of concerned gleam. Dafydd sighed, he still had ten minutes until his "guest" was to arrive. He would have to spend that time trying to persuade himself from attacking the man. He had to get himself under control.

Dafydd moved to his chair, his oracles now locked on the door. Both canines shuffled so they were sat on the right hand side of the door frame, they would now not be able to be caught by opening doors. Icey would remain at the entrance of the office, knowing that Dafydd was having some sort of inner battle with it. Yet, he didn't know why. Cedar whined, his ears perked when he heard the crunch of gravel outside the building. Dafydd's features grew sullen, he knew his company had arrived. His fists clenched, he folded his arms over his chest to stop himself throwing them at the desk in frustration. He had no idea how the man would react to learning Dafydd knew what was going on. Dafydd guessed he may try and deny it, claim Cara was lying. That was Dafydd's best bet, but he was yet to meet Mr Andrews, he didn't even know what the man looked like. Dafydd growled quietly to himself, then called Cedar over to sit under the desk. Icey stayed put, his oracles on the door like his masters. His hackles rose, a soft grumble forming in his chest. Dafydd didn't even bother stopping him.

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A sleek silver Jaguar pulled up the Academy drive, the tyres kicking up a little dust as the driver pulled into a parking spot on the gravel, then the engine was turned off and the door opened. Other than the dust that had been picked up from he gravel, the car was clean enough one would think it had just come out of a car wash.

A black shoe touched the gravel, the other followed and the driver of the car straightened up before he stepped out of the way, closed the door carefully and locked the car. His shoes made a soft crunching noise on the gravel as he walked to the office building and entered as though he owned the place - after all her was here often enough.

The reason he was here? He had been called in to meet the principal. This news annoyed him, as the only reason he had been called in that he could think of was that his young charge had been doing things she shouldn't have been doing and drawn more attention to herself than she needed. Maybe it was time for him to have another talk with her, maybe go over her training again.

Walking up to the door of the office he was seeking out, he rapped lightly before opening the door and walking in. He oozed confidence and charm as he completely ignored the dog at the door -only just stopping himself from giving it a kick for the rumbled growl he could hear. "I'm Tony Andrews." He announced as he crossed the room and held his hand out for the other man to shake. "It is a complete pleasure to make your acquaintance. Lovely guard dog you have there."

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He didn't wait for Dafydd to call him into the office. Strike one. Dafydd hated him instantly, the confidence which oozed from his frame made the principal narrow his oracles. I know exactly who you are. He forced himself not to growl his words. Icey's grumble turned to a snarl, which Dafydd gestured for him to stop. Not that he was secretly glad he had back up on his dislike for this man. Well, Dafydd wasn't syre he could call him a man. More of a slime ball. I'm sorry to say, It is definitely not a pleasure on my behalf. he announced, his hazel oracles darkening slowly. You have no idea why you have been called here. I'm assuming you think Miss Kitchi has done something wrong. he started, his expression growing close to fury once more. But, Mr.Andrews. It is you who is in trouble. he concluded. His vocals were quiet yet dangerous, he was using all the strength he had to stop himself from lunging over the desk to punch the smug male.

I know you have beaten her, I know that you have trained her to act like she does. You make her feel pathetic, make her feel like dirt for your own sick amusement. This time his words came out as a growl, causing Icey to pick up his snarl once more. This time Dafydd did nothing to stop the Malamute. You are the person who is supposed to protect her from things like this, yet you submit her to it as much as you possibly can. What the heck is wrong with you? he rose his voice briefly, something he rarely did. Then, he fell back into a softer tone. How you had kept it from the academy so long baffles me. It's obvious they weren't hiring the right principals. But now they have me, and I shall make it my duty to have her taken from your care. You will not rule her any more, she deserves so much better. You've destroyed an innocent life, yet you seem so pleased. he shook his head in dismay, he couldn't wrap his head around it. He didn't know why anyone would want to do that. But, he had come across others like this Tony, he knew he wasn't the only sick b**tard around. This saddened him deeply.

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Tony's eyebrows shot up at the man's tone. He stepped back and lowered himself into the chair in front of the desk, sitting causally. He nodded as the man spoke and then leaned forward. "I called called to the principal's office because I'm in trouble?" He snorted as he sat back again. "And what are you going to do, phone my parents?"

A number of emotions flickered across his face as the man behind the desk spoke, his eyes darkened as he thought about what he was going to do to the girl when he got his hands on her. He laughed when the man finally stopped speaking and shook his head. "We go through this at every school." He said with another laugh. "Cara is a very good actress. All she needs to do is make herself seem vulnerable and say the right lines and she has you hooked." He gave a sad smile. "She was so starved of attention when she was picked up by social services that as she got older, she found attention in anyway she could get it. And it seems the easiest way to get it is to act like she doesn't want it." He shrugged. "She's been to so many doctors, but none have been able to try and help her through it." He had trained the girl to not be able to lie to adults, but he had no problem with spinning a tale.

He pressed his lips together and shook his head. "I was worried that this is why I was called in here. This is normally the point where I would suggest that she moves to a new school."

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His eyes narrowed as Andrews began to talk. He didn't believe him at all. Tony had done exactly as he had expected. Deny it. Strike two. I kind of wish I believed you. he said once the man had finished. But I don't. And you won't be moving her from the school. He rose from his seat, his dark oracles lighting up slightly. You see, Tony, she has become happier here. Even gaining some friends. Once staff find out what you have done to her, I'm sure she'll have many more supporters in her corner, than yours. He smiled slyly, walking from behind the desk. Also, there is evidence against you. There are bruises and scars which she could never have done to herself. He folded his arms across his chest once more, his fists no longer clenched. I think your time is up. So, would you like me to report you? Or would you like to hand yourself in? His smile turned sickly sweet. You may get less of a sentence if you hand yourself in. He watched as Icey stalked from his space. Dafydd held up a hand to stop him, and the dog halted. Then he made a signal for him to sit in front of the door instead of beside. Now if Mr.Andrews wanted to escape, He would have to go through Icey. And even if he did get past him, Dafydd would have been given enough time to catch him before he left.

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Tony growled, angry that the man hadn't taken his bait. "Bruises heal." He said smoothly. "And are gone within a week. The scars? I don't know where they came from. I can't watch her while she's in foster care." He sat back in the chair as though he didn't have a care in the world. "Friends you say?"

He rose to his feet so he could look the other man eye to eye. "The court dubbed me her legal guardian. You can't do anything to take her away from me. She'll never speak against me, and that's the only way you'll be able to prove anything is if it comes straight from her mouth. I think I'll be on my way and I'll give you the address as to where you can have your secretary send her school files to." He gave an evil smile. "I'll take Cara with me too. You can even ask the girl if she wants to come with me."

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Strike three. So, Andrews admitted it. He had hit her. Dafydd clenched his fists once more, his eyes evaluating the cocky male. He looked as if he had no worries, how wrong he was. Then, he rose from his seat. Dafydd made no move from his space, his expression non-changing. His words made him mentally flinch though. He knew how scared Cara was of Mr.Andrews. He fell emotionless, his feet carrying him to the door. Get Miss Kitchi to come to my office. he told his secretary, closing the door after him, not waiting for a reply. Icey took his place back in front of the door. Sit back down, Mr.Andrews. he said, his vocals sounding as if he was defeated. But, he wasn't. In his mind he was racing to think of a way to keep the girl at the academy. He wondered if she had revealed her tales to a student. He knew she was close to a few, yet didn't know how close. If someone knew about it, had even witnessed any of it, he would have a chance against this man in court. He knew what he had to do now, but would Cara play along? Would she want to stay at the academy even? He glared at Mr.Andrews over the desk, yet a small gleam of hope flickered in his mind.

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A satisfied smirk settled on Tony's face as the other man called for Cara to be sent to the office. He chuckled as he sat back down in the chair, crossing his left leg over his right as he waited for his pet to arrive.

Cara was in the library when she got the message to go to Mr Rees' office. Her eyebrows shot up as she packed her text books, folders and pencil case away. Slipping the glasses from her face, she exited the library and walked toward the main office. "Mr Rees has called for me." She told the secretary as she walked up to the desk.

"Thank you for coming so quickly. Go right in." The woman said with a bright smile as she called through the girl's arrival.

Cara swallowed hard as she walked up to the door, raised her had and knocked before she opened the door. She stood frozen in the doorway as she looked at the man sitting so easily in the chair across the room. Terror crossed her face before it vanished and her impassive mask fell into place. she tried to swallow past a lump in her throat, and took a deep breath just to prove to herself that the hand that had clenched her stomach wasn't going to make her throw up - no matter how much she wanted to right now.

Tony smirked again as the door opened and the slight frame of Cara filled it. "Come on in, Cara." He called gently. "Come and tell this man how you've been feeding him lies."

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He glanced up from glaring at his company when he heard the rasp of knuckles on the door. Mr.Andrews told the girl to enter, causing Dafydd to glare at him once more. Dafydd saw the fear pass over the girls face before it returned to impassive. No, you don't have to do that, Cara. he told her quietly, before turning his attention to Tony. Can you please wait outside the room while I speak to her. It was an order, not a question. He wasn't going to refuse, not in Dafydd's school. This was where he was boss, not Mr.Andrews. He awaited Tony to rise and leave, before turning his attention back to Cara.

Cara, I still believe you. But, you have to help me try and keep you here. He told her calmly, though he was fretting inside. Is there anyone else who knows about Mr.Andrews? Anyone at all? Who may have the slightest on inklings? he asked, his eyes on the girl. He noted in the corner of his eye how Icey had settled as soon as Tony left the room. Dogs picked up on personalities better than humans, it was obvious there was something up with the d**n social worker. He focused on Cara once more, his expression growing desperate. Anyone who would be able to give evidence if this went to court, which I think it may be. he said sadly. He knew this would worry her deeply.

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The girl was very aware of the dog that was sitting to her left of the door, but right now she would rather be surrounded by a pack of dogs than in the room. Her head suddenly felt heavy as a memory forced it's way through. Her eyes closed and she was suddenly in the middle of an old car lot, there were rusty cars everywhere. She spun around when a deep growl filled the air and she saw a rather large dog approaching her, it's lips curled back in a snarl. She spun again as another dog, then another and another snarled at her. In the background she could hear the laughing voices of men as the encouraged the dogs... Her eyes opened again as she drew in a shaky breath, suddenly aware of when her fear of dogs had surfaced. the dogs had closed in on her, snapping their jaws, tearing at her clothes. All she had to do was beg for help and the dogs would be called away. Her hand strayed to her right hip where one of the dogs had actually connected with her flesh before she had done as the men wanted and begged for them to save her.

She shook her head as she realized that Mr Rees had spoken.

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Tony growled as he was dismissed. He stalked out of the room, but slowed down as he walked past the girl. "Remember, where ever you are, I will find you." He hissed into her ear as he crossed the threshold, already pulling out his cell phone and dialing in a number before he swung the door closed, the force of it pushing the girl into the room.

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Cara looked at the school principal before she dropped her eyes to the ground. Those icy fingers clenched around her stomach tightened and she almost doubled over, from the need to throw-up, before getting hold of herself. "I am sorry, Sir." She said. "I should never have lied to you." She took a small step backward to increase the distance between then in case the man snapped and decided to prove her theory in the world and stroke out at her. "You are the only one I have spoken my lies to." The lies burned her throat, causing her near psychical pain as she said them, but she feared the wrath of Mr Andrews more than she did the pain that not telling the truth caused her. "Please forgive me." She would rather face death than the wrath of her social worker.

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His face crumpled in frustration, a growl slipping through his clenched jaw. You're lying to me, again! He couldn't help but raise his voice. Now that he had gotten her to confess to him, he could tell when she was hiding something. He knew the signs now. Come on Cara, I'm putting myself on the line to save you from him. Cooperate, please. he pleaded, his features holding a look of determination. He rose from his desk, skirting around the girl to peer out of the window to his office. His fingers lifted the drawn blinds, seeing that Mr.Andrews was on his phone. His fists clenched and turned back around, keeping the distance between himself and Cara. He didn't want to make it worse than it already was. Don't lie to me again. I want the truth. There has to be someone else who knows? he questioned, calling back Icey who was trying to approach the girl. He wasn't trying to be threatening, but he could sense the fear the girl was trying to hide. It made the Malamute uncomfortable, causing him to whine quietly. He was just glad Cedar hadn't tried to get to her, the youngster wouldn't have listened. His eyes went back to the girl, his features softening. He knew she didn't need to leave the academy, but if she did end up and he lost, he would make sure the next school knew about Mr.Andrews. They may not believe him, but he would have to try. He scolded himself for thinking that way, she wasn't leaving. He was going to make sure of it.

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Cara jumped backward and flinched as the principal raised his voice toward her.

She shook her head, afraid that she couldn't trust her voice, she took another step back as Mr Rees rose from his desk. Even with her head down, she watched his every move. Took note that he wasn't happy with what he saw on the other side of the blinds. "If I apologize to him, he will let me stay." She whispered, her voice trembling at the thought.

She caught the movement of the dog out of the corner of her eye, and saw the man call him back. Knowing that the dog only want to comfort her, she patted the top of her leg to let the canine know he was welcome into her personal bubble - after all, didn't she think that she'd rather be surrounded by a pack of dogs? Her fists clenched to stop the memory from washing over her again.

Not wanting to anger the man in the room with her again, she knew that the truth was the only way out of this mess. "Seamus O'Bryne and Llewellyn Anwell are the other two I have spoken to. Mr Anwell knows more than I wish for him to know." Her eyes flickered toward the door that hid Mr Andrews from sight, before looking back toward the principal again. "I'm suicidal." She explained. "That's why he's got away with it for so long. That and the fact that I'm a gymnast. It's not a real practice session unless you come away with at least one good bruise." She pulled her sleeves up and exposed the scar that ran down each forearm. "I slit my wrists. Willingly. I planed it out and went through with it. My one failure in life." She pulled the sleeves down again. "I wonder who he's talking to?"

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He ignored her at first, nodding at Icey when the girl made it clear that the dog was welcome. He instantly trotted to Cara's side, placing himself firmly at her side. Dafydd now knew that would be where he stayed until Mr Andrews left. He couldn't keep the small smile from his face, Icey had been trained well. He looked up when she began to answer him, practically running to his desk to scrawl the names down onto a posted note. He recognized Mr Anwell's name, for one that he could also pick out the Welsh origin to his name. He knew Llewellyn was the only other Welsh resident at the academy, except himself and his nephew. He kept his eyes down as she explained further, scrawling down a few more notes. He closed her eyes at her remark on her failure, pinching the bridge of his nose so that he didn't say anything further. He pulled in a deep breath and thought over her question. I have no idea, but I don't think it's good. he remarked finally, making his way back to the window of his office. He peeked through the blinds once more, his features hardening once more when he got a look at the man. I'll be speaking with Mr Anwell first and foremost, but Seamus will also be spoken too. He told her, knowing she would have expected it anyway. He glanced and Tony once more before opening the door. You can come back in now. He forced himself not to growl, but he didn't bother to address him by his name.

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Cara knelt down and wrapped her arms around the dog, knowing that the canine would keep himself between her and her social worker. The term had always intrigued her, as a social worker never worked on teaching their charges how to be social nor did they work in a very social scene.

She nodded her head when the principal noted that he would be talking to the two people whom she had named, as was to be expected. And in a way, she hoped that Lee would break his word to her and let the principal know what he had done. If she shrugged her shoulders too violently, the healed marks still pulled tightly.

She rose to her feet when Mr Andrews was called back into the room, making sure to keep one hand on the canine to remind herself that he was there and keeping her head down. Her stance was submissive even if her back was straight.

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Tony snapped his phone shut as he was called back into the room. A smug smile turned up the corners of his lips as he strode back in, looking first at the girl and growling slightly when she didn't even flinch, and then again when he noticed the dog that stood at her side. "Call your dog back." He said to Dafydd since, for now at least, the girl was still his. He took a step toward the girl and stopped when the dog lifted a side of his mouth in a snarl.

He shrugged as he turned toward Dafydd. "I think we're all done here anyway." He said, seeming to no longer care about the girl or the dog. "Anyway, you will find that she will be more diligent with her school work now that she doesn't have any horses to distract her from what she should be concentrating on." With a charming smile toward the man, he blew a kiss in the girl's direction and turned from the office.

He pausing at the door he called over his shoulder. "Oh, has she told you about the courses she studying alongside her school work?" And with that he was gone.

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At the mention of her horses Cara's eyebrows shot up, not quite sure how to interpret what the man was saying. A frown marred her delicate face as he blew a kiss in her direction and left.

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Icey looked up at the girl as her arms wrapped around him, offering a gentle wag of his fluffy whipcord. Then he was all business again, eyes locked on the door. He felt as the girl tensed and began to snarl as the door reopened, his piercing oracles on the imposing intruder. He wouldn't listen if I tried. Dafydd addressed Mr.Andrews harsh tone with a much soft version. It was true, there would be no moving Icey until Tony left the academy. Dafydd was thrown by Tony's quick change in moods, taking a step back briefly, and then furrowing his brow. Oh, and there's me thinking I get a say in when we are done.. he thought sarcastically, and then frowned at the man's next words. Cara's horses never really distracted her anyway, and this made Dafydd bristle. It was obvious Tony had done something. He watched as the man left, his skin crawling as he blew a kiss at Cara. Mr.Andrews last words made no impact on him, he chose simply to ignore them.

His oracles finally went to Cara, and he felt suddenly exhausted. He moved to sit behind his desk, watching as Cedar finally crawled from beneath it. He felt drained from that one meeting, his pale complexion a sure sign. I don't know what he has done, but you'll have to go find out yourself. Come and tell me once you have found out. he told Cara, calling Icey away from the girl. He seemed reluctant to do so, but obeyed, retreating to the book case. Dafydd's eyes closed in frustration, sighing quietly as he did so. He needed some space to think about how he could take Mr.Andrews down once and for all.

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