Alex huffed and panted, having just ran away from the Shepherds. She didn't know where she was now, except that she was now alone, and that was for the best, even though she didn't want to leave them. She was at Validar's mercy, and could be controlled at any moment. She didn't know what would happen next if she stayed with them any longer, and potentially putting everyone's lives in danger.
No.
They were still in danger. As long as she was alive, she could still be controlled, still be used to kill, or anything Validar wanted her to do. Her throat tightened, and she held back tears, as she continued to try and catch her breath, having ran nonstop from the place. Of course, they tried to follow, but it was no use and she eventually lost them. However, in her mind, she could still see the pained expression on Chrom's face when she ran, and refused to return when he called for her.
Gods, this was painful.
She tried her best to keep the tears away, but a few came out. She had betrayed the Shepherds, and the end of the world would be soon, due to Validar taking the Fire Emblem and all its five Gemstones. They were better off without her, though. Maybe Virion could become their tactician, since he always beat her whenever they played chess. Yes, they would get by without her.
Now all she had to do was figure out how to end herself from the world, then they all would be safe from her...
"Alex?"
The sound of a female voice made Alex jump and whip around. Standing there, was Lucina, panting from having run after Alex for this long. So they didn't lose her, or at least Lucina hadn't. Quickly, Alex wiped away the tears in her eyes, as Lucina continued on.
"Might I have a word with you?" She asked, taking a step closer.
"S-stay back! ... What is it?" Alex didn't want the princess to get too close to her, in case she'd be controlled once more.
Lucina did as told, stepping back a bit away from the other female, and continued on. "It's about my father. I have memories of him, you know. From when I was little. Before he...died." Alex listened, and only nodded. The blue haired female took this as a sign to go on. "He was courageous, and kind, and everyone spoke fondly of him. People say he was brave right up until the very end. I always yearned to know him better. And now that I do... I can see that the world will be robbed of a very great man. ...I won't allow that to happen."
Alex couldn't help but smiled a bit as she nodded, sniffing. "I understand, you love him.. We all do."
"Alex, I... Please, forgive me.."
In one swift motion, Lucina draws Falchion, and points the tip of its blade to Alex's heart. Her breath caught in her throat, as her brown eyes widened at the sight of the blade being pointed at her. "L-Lucina..?" she breathed, and taking a step back.
"Stay where you are, Alex!" Lucina demanded as her grip tightened on the sword, and she stared at the female before her blade intently. "I have no choice. I must kill you.."
"What?... What madness is this?!" Alex found herself shouting, but knew somewhere in her mind, that was the best option.
"In my future, you..." The blue haired female paused, as she took in a deep breath. "You are my fathers murderer." The words came out slowly, and it felt like a punch in the face to Alex.
"No! Th-that's insane! Why would I kill Chrom?" She shouted at the princess, not believing her ears. But then again, she did. She dreamt it.
"I was not certain myself, until now... I knew he had been killed by his closest friend. Having witnessed your bond with him, I doubted it could be so... But today's events make it clear. You are at Validar's mercy. I suspect it's he who forces you to take my father's life, and very soon..."
"Lucina, wait-"
"If my father is right, then we can change our fates." Lucina cut the other off. "If this dark future is to be averted, sacrifices must be made. I am sorry, Alex! I know this is murder, I... I know that..."
"Lucina, you don't have to-"
Once more, Lucina cut the her off. "Don't make it harder! Don't resist, and your death will be swift and painless. If you hold any love for Chrom, then let this be done..."
Alex looked at the other, the two staring at each other for a moment, before Alex looked at the setting sky, wondering if this would be her last one to ever see again...
