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WALKING INTO YOUR EMBRACE , INSTEAD. PT . 2

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⁀➷ pairing: blade x afab! reader ( a little bit of kafka ? )

⁀➷ synopsis: you’re betrayed by the people you thought were friends , and now you wind into the Stellaron Hunters’ grasp …

⁀➷ warnings: mentions of sensitive content ( pt. 2 )

AROUND THE TIME YOU WOKE UP , you were still being carried around like a baggage , in the unknown man’s arms. Your body lightly bobbed up and down along with his footsteps. Judging by the incoherent sounds coming from above , he was talking with someone. You decided to try to pretend to be asleep , fearing what he— or they— might do to you.

“ —got a threat from Himeko , ” a new voice was talking. You identified it as the woman who took away the Stellaron- the one with the distinct eyes.

“ So you’re letting the Astral Express hunt down our tracks. How cruel can you be , Kafka? ” He was talking. His voice was deep , like the very depths of the abyss itself.

“ Oh , no. I doubt the Express would try to follow us tediously to save their little recruit. After all , the crew themselves were the one who decided to leave her here. I’m sure they would give up sooner or later- they’re too busy trying to destroy Stellarons. ”

“ …if you say so. ”

The walking continued , and you held your breath , running down the options in your head.

Of course , you could play dumb and escape , but then where would you go? You had nowhere to hide , now that you were betrayed by the Astral Express. Another option was to ask them to kill you. It was a better solution. You might finally find peace and quiet , and you wouldn’t have to feel hurt anymore.

Just as you’re about to decide on how to do that , Kafka’s voice broke your trail of thought.

“ It seems that our poor little girl woke up. ”

You attempt to play dead once more , but it didn’t work. They had stopped in their tracks— waiting for you to open your eyes.

So you reluctantly open your eyes , greeted by two faces. One was the beautiful woman , looking down at you , amused; the other was the man who had you in his arms.

Although , obviously , he was the one who had you on his blade just a while ago , it was a fact he was devilishly handsome. His smooth black bangs covered one of his bloodred eyes , while the dim lights above you casted a shadow on his face. Those eyes scrutinized you - making you feel as if you were basically naked.

You decide to focus around your surroundings instead , afraid of what kind of thoughts you might think if you stared a little longer.

It was dim so you couldn’t figure out where you were , but it appeared to be some sort of long corridor , like the one in the Herta Space Station. It was far more lifeless , however. Not a single person seemed to be within their vicinity.

“ Why did you bring me here? ” you ask the two of them , your eyes dull. You didn’t care if they decided to kill you at this point.

Kafka caught on with your lifeless voice. “ We aren’t gonna kill you. We aren’t that cruel , you know? ”

“ Then.. why.. ”

“ We’re going to provide you a new home. ” Seeing your confused face , she merely chuckled.

“ You’re going to work for the Stellaron Hunters. ”

The man spoke , his gaze piercing through you.

“ What? ”

You tried to process what he said , remembering that the Astral Express had told her countless times about how evil the Stellaron Hunters were.

But come to think of it , they weren’t really your friends anymore. So technically , you had no reason to trust what they said. For all you knew , they might be the evil ones , right?

One question still remained unknown. Although it was quite embarrassing to talk while in someone’s arms , you decide to ask.

“ Why me? I’m not even useful for you. ”

“ Oh , you think. You have many more purposes than you could imagine. The Astral Express failed to utilize it , that’s all. ”

Her smooth words easily worked into your brain. Maybe you should listen and join them. Maybe you’ll be useful for them. But you felt distrust rise in your throat.

“ How do I know if you won’t throw me away like the Astral Express did? ” Your voice shook.

“ Oh , we won’t. Trust me. ” Kafka chuckles.

“ Prove it to me. ” you blurt it out.

“ Prove it? ” she seems entertained at your request. “ Alright. What do you want? Name it. ”

You opened your mouth to reply to that , but nothing came out. What did you want? A home , probably. Shelter , and love.

“ A home. We can give that to you , can’t you see? ”

You jump at her voice. Is she reading my mind? You stared at her in suspicion.

“ No , I can’t read people’s minds. It’s just obvious on your face. ” She smiles , and although it was less comforting than the smile Himeko gave you , it somehow radiated something motherly. You started to feel safe , even. Maybe you would be alright if you stayed with her..

And that was how you decided to join the Stellaron Hunters. After the deal , Kafka had told you that she had other matters to attend to— and the man who was still carrying you , Blade , apparently , was his name— was going to escort you to the room you would be staying in.

Because of Kafka’s absence , it became so quiet that all you could hear was your own heartbeat , and his footsteps. You weren’t much of a talker yourself , so you spent your time awkwardly shifting around in his arms.

Until at one point , Blade stopped walking and glared at you.

“ Can you stop fucking moving? ” the male hissed at you.

You were a little startled by his sudden hostility - and you responded with equal annoyance , disliking how he talked to you like you were a dog.

“ Well , then can you put me down already? I’m not some damsel in distress. ” you glare right back at him.

For a heartbeat , he seemed a little taken aback that you talked back to him. Then he regained his hostile demeanor.

“ Tch… you’re going to run off if I do. ” Blade refused to comply to your words and continued to move on.

You indignantly try to retort , but you realized you were nearing your destination , so you saved your breath. It automatically slid open upon Blade’s presence , showing you a spacious , clean room.

It was far more larger than the suites in the Astral Express- comfy , with all the luxuries anyone could ask for. Instead , it lacked the warmth and life of the Express. Not a single soul seemed to exist other than Kafka and Blade.

The tall man finally puts you down on the bed in the middle— no , pinned you down was the right word. His cold hands relentlessly shoved you onto the mattress , crinkling it roughly in the process.

“ Ow! ” you wince. Couldn’t he be a little softer?

“ This is your room , ” he said, ignoring your pained yelp. “ All you have to do is to just stay put. ”

“ Just.. stay here? ” you repeat. “ I’m not going out? ”

“ No. ” he responded. “ I thought you were the one who hated expeditions? What’s with the tone change? ”

“ I know! It’s just.. ” you trail off , unable to say it. Saying your thoughts out loud would make you the worst person to exist. You were lonely. Himeko always stayed with you , but this time , you really had nobody. Not even Pom-Pom , just the stillness of the spacious room.

Blade’s voice broke your sad thoughts.

“ I’m coming back here every midnight. I’m not going to be your playmate or whatever-fucking-thing you want. I’m going to check on you if you’re not trying to escape.. and if I see you awake , you’re in big trouble. ”

With that , Blade pointed to the digital hologram clock— and without another word , proceeded to slam the door shut on you.

What a man with an attitude! You scoff , then sunk into the bed. Maybe sleeping would help pass time.

You slide back the covers , ready to sink into dreamland. As you put your head against the pillow , thoughts started to cloud into your head.

What would the Astral Express be doing right now? Probably vanquishing another Stellaron.. you scoff to yourself.

Stuffing your head into the pillow , you try not to think about it. Before you could empty your head , however , you’re unfortunately interrupted by the sound of weird beeping noises coming from nearby.

Annoyed , you stand up , ready to intercept the source of the sound. Dragging your body away , you grumpily head out.

The corridor was eerily quiet except for the beeping noises — which became louder as you approached the room next to yours.

You still had your manners , though. So you knock on the door patiently.

“ Oh scram Kafka , I’m at the verge of beating this game! ” a voice snipped from inside , followed by rapid tapping noises of a game console.

“ I’m not Kafka , ” you respond rather indignantly.

“ Oh , you’re the girl she brought. Come in. Don’t bother me though! ” the voice called.

Uneasily , you open the door- and you’re greeted by a gigantic screen , where there was some sort of game on it , followed by twin monitors that had weird code language typed into it. On the very middle was a sleek chair , where the person who talked was gaming in. You couldn’t see how she looked like , because her back was turned to you , but you could see her gray hair tied up to a ponytail.

“ Are these screens necessary? ” you wonder out loud.

“ Shhhh! ” she snarled , so you stayed quiet and watched her play.

On the screen was a blonde character with a long braid , brandishing his blade at some purple haired woman. You watched as she controlled the character , dealing hits while skillfully avoiding every single attack from the woman. Your eyes stretch wide as the gamer rapidly jams the controller buttons to dodge continuously while dealing damage to the boss that led to six-digit numbers.

“ Boom! ” she exclaimed , dealing the killing blow. Looking satisfied with herself , she then turned to you while pausing the game. She had silver eyes , futuristic semi-transparent bluish glasses sitting on her head. Compared to the other two Stellaron Hunters , she had extremely different clothing on.

“ Hello.. ” you say awkwardly.

“ The name’s Silver Wolf. What do you want? ” she eyes you , looking bored— a completely different demeanor compared to when she was gaming.

“ Oh , I just heard the noises. That’s all. ” you awkwardly said.

“ Care for a round? ” without replying to that , she instead tosses you a controller. You catch it- confused.

“ I don’t know how to play.. ”

“ This game is easy as long as I’m the one carrying you around. Log in with that monitor , will you? I’ll lend you one of my alt accounts. ” she points to the monitor next to the big screen. Because you didn’t have anything else to do , you decide why not?

“ Ei is going down the drain , ” she snickers. You’re not sure how to respond to her , so you just stay quiet and try to play along with her.

“ I don’t know this game well , but how do you have so much currency..? ”

“ I hacked some , duh. ”

“ Are you really a Stellaron Hunter? ”

“ Hey , I’m an infamous hacker , alright? ”

“ I see… why don’t you just hack the game to make it easier? ”

“ What’s the fun in that? Anyways , focus! We’re about to murder a woman. ”

It was almost midnight when you gamed the whole day away with Silver Wolf. You told her you would have to stay in your room by the time it was around midnight , or else Blade might slit your throat.

“ Ehhh.. fine. Drop by tomorrow though , we need to farm artifacts. ” she had replied.

So you drag your body down back to your empty room , sighing. It had been a blast gaming away with your new buddy , but you had to deal with Blade now , and he was probably not going to say something nice.

Speak of the devil.

You hear footsteps advancing towards your room , and you pretend to be asleep quickly. You damn knew you might receive the end of his blade if you were still awake.

The door creaks open , the faint ray of light slicing through the darkness you hid in. There’s a long , menacing silence. You almost felt the same fear you felt when he first threatened you— you could practically hear him walk agonizingly slow around the bed.

Then , he slid in right next to you. You froze in your position , unable to move- as he slowly wraps around his cold arms around you , capturing you in his cold yet soothing embrace. His unfathomable actions caused you to suck in your breath in in surprise.

At that moment , Blade leans forward and breathes against your ear.

“ You’re awake. ”

Your face paled white. You tried to make up an excuse , but your mouth couldn’t form the words. He smirks at you winningly. You had fallen right into his trap.

“ What did I say? ”

You expect him to unsheathe his deadly blade , but instead , he unbuckles his belt.

“ ‘ If I see you awake , you’re in big trouble.’ ”

Your eyes widen , realizing what he’s about to do to you.

“ You’re in a lot of trouble tonight. ”

Those were the last coherent words you heard before his cruel hands snagged up your skirt , ready to make you regret everything you’ve done.

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