A/N: this is certainly not my first fanfiction, I wrote one years ago...then deleted it. I was an immature teenager back then and it was reflected in my 'writing style', it became such an eyesore. I wasn't able to thank the people who gave me feedback at the time, because of my embarrassment.
Yet every day I almost always daydreamed about possible plots and characters to write, but I didn't have the confident to post them…add to that that I got accepted in a university and my whole life became even busier.
This fanfic will contain an OC based on my person; personal details will either be omitted or modified for privacy issues. So YES this is SELF-INSERT, if you're not into this type of fan fiction then, this is your 2nd warning to skip it and do something else in your precious time.
I will try my best to write it as realistically as possible. There will be no romance with Canon Characters, No Mary Suish OC.
Productive Feedback is appreciated and thank you for stopping by my fic : 3
Hope you enjoy it!
The soft breeze fondled my short tresses gently, reminding me of my mother's touch. As my eyelids dropped and shoulders sagged, I could feel the ' knots' in my muscles unravel.
The sound of my cloak being ruffled by the breeze as if being teased by it. The running water of the river, its rhythm as fast as the rush hour. The smell of fresh dirt mixed with the fragrance of the close yet distant sea.
All of it provided the evidence that this wasn't a crazy assed nightmare. That I won't wake up from it. This was real…I'm really here doing this.
I lost count how many times such thoughts crossed my mind. Along with my wishes to be home, to be safe.
What was my family going through right now? Did they move on? When they think about me, what will they remember? Would their last memories of me be about our fight that morning?
The tightening of my chest threatened to breakdown my heart to tiny pieces. No matter the excuses that flowed through my mind, it didn't lessen the feeling only intensify it.
Yes through my time here I've come up with many excuses. Like How I couldn't possibly know that I won't be returning home that afternoon, or that I would be stuck in the middle of some forsaken wa…
Needles prickled my body and I shivered. The sensation of a thread being tugged spreading through my body, but there was no thread. Only a feeling of something…powerful coming from the southeastern direction broke away the spell that bounded me not moments ago. With each moment passing, the feeling became stronger like a picture becoming more vivid and clear.
My eyes snapped open, scanning the somewhat rocky river region. There were plenty of places to hide, but I doubt that I'll remain hidden. If they didn't bother with hiding their presence it could mean two things; they were either tough or were in a hurry.
Either way it didn't matter which one it was, all it did was narrow my nonexistent options into oblivion.
I could feel the urge to scream in frustraton bubble through my mind, but Thoughts of the strangers nearby quelled it away.
All I was doing is waste precious time, I should move quickly and quietly. Keeping my eyes and ears open, I trudged ahead trying my best to put as much distance between us.
It wasn't long before my body began to protest. Their presence ceased suspiciously once I began to move, it could only mean one thing. They know about me already.
It served as a boost to my speed as I crossed the river, thoughts of getting killed or raped by whoever is out there.
My clothes grew heavier as it soaked up the water. My muscles began to contract painfully, giving a rude remainder. I was reaching my limits.
It wasn't long before I stopped to catch my breath. My heart throbbed both from exhaustion and fear. I can't cross over the river today, it was an unrealistic goal. Once I cross it tomorrow, I'll be out of this awful region and in my way to the temproary home I've had for the Last 3 Years.
The blushing clouds in the sky and the dwindling sun at the horizon confirmed it agonizingly. I let out a growl escape the convene of my chosen silence. Despite that I couldn't deny the relief that settled within me.
I covered a considerable distance today, whether those people caught up with me or not .if I can maintain the same pace, I will probably reach the border. That is IF I don't run into monsters or my pursuers.
Gathering whatever energy I had left, I dragged my battered body up ahead. I need to find a safe place to spend the night…as safe as it can get.
Why the hell did I have to pass through this forsaken rundown path? Just because I OVERSLEPT, I have to go through this shit.
Settling in the chilly bedrock IF you can call it a bedrock, all it was a small slope encircled by trees and shrubberies. I didn't bother taking my cloak off and remove whatever warmth it provided. I couldn't build a campfire; it would expose my position…besides it'll probably light up the bushes that currently surrounded my hiding spot giving it cover.
…I'll just have to deal with the cold tonight. It won't be long 'till I reach a village or a settlement.
I crossed my legs on the ground, resting my head on the rock behind. I need to get as much sleep as I can, at dawn I'll continue my grueling journey.
I was about to doze off until I heard noises getting closer to my current sanctuary…somewhat very familiar voices. My body tensed with anticipation; instinctively I pulled my legs to my chest encircling one arm around them to keep them in place and covering my mouth with my other arm.
'' Tch that four-eyed bastard!'' the owner of the voice sent out a pebble flying through the air…settling eerily in front of me.
'' Well it can't be helped; all you can do is bear with it. It won't be long now 'till we get you back to the manor!'' the voice replayed with an infectious cheerfulness, that I wondered if he was smiling at the pebble thrower.
''…it's not so bad when you're here, Guy…" he whispered it ever so softly, that I thought I was imagining it.
''Luke…" his voice carried a mixture of emotions that I couldn't discern.
My legs began to numb as I struggled to keep still in the cover of the darkness. I wasn't paying attention to their conversation as I was brain storming to look for a way to get the hell out of this mess. I wasn't going to screw up the plot by meeting them and jeopardize my chances of returning home.
I WON'T LET THAT HAPPEN. I'll stay clear of their way and find my own way back…I have to.
I remained as still as I can. Eventually they began to walk away; I warded off the impulse to breathe out in relief.
Something slithered near my ankle; I accidently released a muffled yelp in surprise.
"Did you hear something?" Guy called out, the sound of his sword being unsheathed. He was above me; if he cranked his head down he'll see me! Shit!
"Huh? What is it Guy?'' His footsteps grew closer to his friend's place.
Seconds passed by neither the three of us moved, it was at that moment God's mercy descended before me.
'' Master! "A child's voice rang out through the night, followed by soft sounds ,that I assumed were his footsteps.
"Mieu! It's dangerous to wander out here on your own! What if you ran into trouble?" her voice was stern but not unkind.
When did she get here? I didn't hear her coming! Is Jade with Her Too?
'' Ugh! It was this thing's damn fault. Let's go back , I'm tired of walking all day" he either kicked or hurt the little cheagle, because his pitiful cries filled the night.
'' Luke! Don't be so cruel to Mieu, he was worried about you!'' her footsteps were as hurried as her voice.
Luke and Tear trailed off as they argued their way back to the camp. But not Guy he remained glued to his spot.
"…'' his breathing sounds strangely calm. In contrast I held my breath and released it as quietly as possible.
'' I know you're there'' his voice colder than the night called out me. Freezing the blood running through my veins, my heart could've skipped a beat in freight.
"Jade noticed you earlier, though I gotta hand it to you. You've a lot of guts sneaking around our camp'' he dropped down in front of me, his back was still turned.
'' I won't hurt you if you surrender, on the other hand if you resist I might have to kill ya'' this was the same chivalrous kind Guy, whose his whole demeanor was now being as terrifying as the famed necromancer.
He was fiddling was something, and then something like a lamp lit up the area around him. He kept it with his left hand, while his right hand held the sword leisurely.
'' Seems like you made your choice, I'll keep my word though I doubt Jade will be merciful if you lie to him.'' His sword was thrust in my face nearly impaling me with it.
'' If you make any sudden moves, your head will fly. Drop whatever weapons you have in front of me and raise your hands in the air'' his hand didn't weaver as he closed the distance between his sword and my neck.
Seeing as I had no choice if I wanted to keep my head connected to my body, I threw down my small meager travelling bag at his feet and raised my hand.
'' Good, now get up slowly'' he kicked my bag out of the way and nudged me with his sword to get out of my hiding spot.
He pointed the lamp thing in my direction; I shut my eyes from the blinding light.
'' What the hell? What's a kid doing in this place?'' his sword remained poised unlike his composure.
'' HEY! GUY WHAT'S TAKING YOU SO LONG?'' His annoyance was evident by the way he stomped the ground.
'' Luke! Stay where you are!'' he glanced at me, whatever uncertainty I caused; it was replaced by something else now.
His face was drained of blood, lips pursed and muscles taut. Under the faint light of his lamp, His eyes took an icy shade of blue that was so foreign to him…no it was one I never saw him make through the game.
That was his resolve, in order to protect Luke. I had no doubt that he'll kill me.
We both stood our ground as Luke made his way to the pathetic slope I called a 'sanctuary' not moments ago.
'' Who's that shrimp?'' even though I didn't my eyes off of Guy's, I could still envision Luke's expression.
''…'' Guy kept his eyes on me the entire time. Even the Red haired Noble shuffled a bit at Guy's Lack of response.
'' Luke, get back to the camp'' He left no room for arguments.
''…You're not gonna kill him, right?'' His voice trembled. It in that instance of surprise, in which I dared to break eye contact with Guy. My attention was diverted to Luke. His body Shivered and his skin have gotten paler or so what I thought, until our eyes met.
I didn't speak, but my eyes pleaded with his. Then he looked away. I assumed that I failed, but to my astonishment Luke was softer than I had imagined.
''…Guy…'' his name being uttered tenderly by his charge, left him hesitant.
A chance was handed to me and I seized it. My legs sprinted, carrying my body to an unknown direction. My fuel was Fear and the hard lump of bread that I had earlier, but it all needed.
Loud Voices fell behind me. I didn't know if they followed me or not, but that didn't slow me down.
I didn't see or hear anything as I ran like a crazy animal into the wilderness. The only thing I heard was my heart pounding in my ears, eyes blind as a bat .oblivious to whatever was out there lurking in the darkness.
Ultimately I ran out of breath and had to stop. Frantic thoughts tumbled over one another in my head. Thinking straight was an impossible task at the moment.
Out of nowhere a beautiful voice sung a very familiar hymn, my whole body became as heavy as lead, leaving me in a precarious condition.
'' O melody beckoning toward the abyss. Tue rei ze croa riou tue ze'' her voice lulled me to abysmal slumber. True to its name it was a Nightmare.
I woke up sour and hungry. My head threatening to explode, every time a fuking bird chirped in the neighbouring trees.
Trying to move was futile as I discovered being tied to a tree, to what I assume was until the morning.
Were there trees in the middle of a fuking river?
Nope! I'm not even in Fubras River anymore. JUST for how long did I sleep? What time was it anyway?
''Ooh it seems our sleeping beauty has awakened~'' the necromancer in all his glory approached me with light steps, as if he was going to the store next door. Stopping right in front of me.deviously, remaining ever so quiet.
'' What the fuck do you want with me?!'' It came out as a growl reeking with Fear
'' My My! A young lady such as you shouldn't spew profanities at her elders. Youths of today are so different from my generation…'' he trailed off about some nonsense all the way Wagging his forefinger at me in mock disappointment.
Jade was a troll, the best way to shut them up is by ignoring them. He'll get sick of hearing his voice soon enough
'' Joking aside, I find it odd that your first question wasn't 'Who' or 'Where''' his red orbs searched my face for something.
I flinched involuntarily. I couldn't bear looking at him. It was like looking into the eyes of a monster watching its prey. My gaze settled on the blurred figures of the remaining party. The assholes to think that I once liked them. Just you watch I'll have my righteous vengeance upon you soon enough.
'' You're nothing but a bunch of Lunatics. That's why I don't need to ask 'Who'. Clearly I'm still in the Fubras River region. Surely You can see that the terrain didn't indicate that much'' my sarcastic rant helped release some of my checked rage.
'' Yet you didn't answer the unsaid question. Why travel through such dangerous area by your lonesome? It seems you lack common sense as well as grace'' he raised his arms in an insulting gesture of astonishment.
It proved too much to my dwindling patience. That I snapped.
My cheeks heated, vision blurred and voice rising 'til my throat Began to ache. My frustration took the reins over my better judgment.
'' DO YOU HAVE ANY INKLING TO WHAT I'VE BEEN THROUGH SINCE I CAME TO THIS ACCURSED COUNTRY?'' his ever smiling face only infuriated me more.
'' AFTER FINALLY CLOSING IN THE DEAL FOR MY FATHER'S TRADE WITH THAT FILTHY MALKUTHIAN BASTARD. THE ROTELRO BRIDGE EXPLODED INTO SMITHEREENS BY THOSE FUCKING DARKWINGS, THEN THE THAT FUKING CITADEL GOT SIEGED BY THE ORACLE KNIGHTS, LEAVING ME WITH NO CHOICE BUT TO SNEAK OUT LIKE A THEIF. SO YES I CROSSED THE RIVER TO REACH CHESDONIA BEFORE THIS WAR BREAKS OUT…'' I struggled to catch my breath and swallow my tears that streamed freely down my cheeks.
'' My apologizes. It seems I've gone too far with the joke'' his voice didn't sound remorseful in the least.
'' Huh?'' He wasn't gonna torture… kill me…The bastard he just toying with me.
I lashed out against that rotten colonel; my restraints prevented me from kicking his sorry ass into oblivion.
I yelled as many swearwords at him. That got the party move toward us. Whether it was in curiosity or getting ready to head out I couldn't tell.
'' Man aren't you done already? I want to sleep on a bed tonight. I'm sick and tired of sleeping on the hard ground'' His muscular body lazily dragged itself. Luke definitely had the body of a model, his pose could be found in any magazine cover back home. Yet he had an air about him.
I could see Guy talking to Tear and Ion a few feet away, sure I couldn't make out what they said or what expression they made, since they're as bleary as hell. The irritating part was that they kept glancing in my general direction.
''Well!'' Luke crossed his arms, his face fixed in his usual grimace.
'' Unfortunately, the wishes of our dear Master Luke can't be fulfilled. That is if we don't deal with this foul-mouthed young lady~'' His spear materialized out of thin air.
'' JADE …NO…WAIT ! '' Luke lunged forward unsheathing his sword. He tried to put himself between us. But he was too slow.
Luke's voice got the other's attention; they too ran up to our spot. Their yells were unintelligible.
A shriek of fear shook my body. My eyes were clinched shut as I waited for the pain to hit me.
One thought rang out over and over again in mind.
Please God just let me go back home., back to earth.
Thanks again for reading my fic to the end of ch 1~