She could hear it again...the laughter, echoing, a reaccruing dream that wouldn't leave her alone, as if it was burned into her soul, her very being. She covered her ears, a last ditch attempt to stop it. But it only worsened. It was there...inside her head.
What have you done now?
Crimson eyes shot open as she sat up in her bed with a gasp, a thin layer of sweat clinging to her pale skin, sitting there as she put a hand to her chest, trying to catch her breath. It was the same every night...the same dream kept haunting her, the same voice. It was beginning to cause her to loose sleep..
I know, I better stop trying,
You know theres no denying..
I wont show mercy on you now..
Carefully slipping out of her bed, the young red head walked over to her curtains, pulling them open as she let the morning sunlight drift into her room. Running a through her long crimson hair, she heaved a small sigh, heading to the bathroom for a shower, hoping that'd help her wake up a bit more, figuring there was no point in going back to sleep.
I know, I wish you'd stop believing..
I know theres no extreming..
Its over now…
The ringing of her cell phone reached her ears, not realizing she had zoned out in the shower, unsure of how much time she had spent in there already. Lost in her thoughts again no doubt. She turned off the taps, hearing them squeak as the water flow stopped, standing there for a few moments before stepping out, wrapping a towel around her chest. Walking out to her bedroom, she picked up her phone.
"Hello?"
"Aiko, do you realize what time it is!?" A familiar voice screeched through the earpiece. Yui Kanda. Her best friend.
Aiko held the phone an inch from her ear, as she dried her hair with her free hand. That was right, there was a ball that evening she was supposed to be attending with Yui.. "...Not particularity." She admitted, glancing over at her clock. 1pm. Had she really spent that much time in the shower? "Im getting ready as we speak." She sighed, knowing that'd put her friends mind at ease for the time being, putting the phone back to her ear again.
"You better be." Yui warned, though all seriousness void from her voice as it was more of a, "Ill never let you live it down if you're late" tone. "Remember, today is the day. Hurry up and get your butt down here." Yui said, before a click was heard followed by a dial tone.
Aiko, shaking her head at her friends enthusiasm, closed her cell, tossing it on the bed as she continued to get ready for the evenings events.
What have you done…..
What have you done now?
Slipping into the red dress she had bought the previous week, Aiko, looked at herself in the mirror. It was..mild, per say. She wasn't one to dress up on a regular basis, and even now, she didn't really put much effort into it. She glanced into the background of the mirror, spotting a small picture frame that sat on her dresser. Turning around, she walked over to it, picking it up as she looked down at it. It was a picture of her...and him.
It had only been a few months, but even though, she just couldn't get him out of her mind. He'd haunt her every waking thought..
"Creed…" she murmured, running a finger across the glass before gently setting it face down on the dresser.
I, have been waiting for someone like you…
But now you are slipping away.
"You made it!" Yui called, grinning as she spotted her red headed friend, coming up the steps to the grand mansion that was hosting the ball.
Aiko gave her a weak smile. "Yeah…I got up early so-" She was cut off mid sentence.
"Still having those dreams?" Yui asked, hooking arms with her as they walked in, peering at her friend curiously. Aiko had talked to her about it...a few times. She didnt want to make her worry too much.
The red head gave a small nod, looking over at her. "Yeah…" She paused momentarily, "That's a cute dress you've got on." She brought up, changing the subject as she looked down at the black dress Yui had on.
Yui stared at her friend for a moment, debating whether or not to press the subject, before deciding against it, as she smiled. "You like it?" she asked, twirling around once as she showed it off to her, grinning.
"Mhm. It suits you." Aiko agreed, nodding.
What have you done now?
Why, Why does fate make us suffer?
He, spotted her from afar, entering the ballroom, but he didn't move, observing her for the time being, a small glass of wine in his hand as a smirk ghosted across his pale features.
Theres a curse between us, between me and you!
Aiko had the nagging feeling she was being watched, glancing around the crowded room once, crimson locking with ice as she froze in her spot, feeling her heart skip in her beat. It couldnt be..but as soon as the connection was made, it was broken. Yui tugging her along when she noticed she stopped. Aiko chanced a glance back, but he was gone from her sight. Had he really been there, or was it just her imagination?
"Something wrong? Yui asked, concern laced in her voice as she looked at her friend who seemed to be distracted.
"Uh no, my minds just playing tricks on me." She replied, looking back at Yui as she shook her head with a smile. "Lets get a drink."
What have you done,
What have you done,
What have you done,
What have you done now?
He wandered around the ball room, slipping between couples dancing here and there. His mind set on one thing. Aiko. He knew he couldn't get close to her with her friend hanging off her though... Unless there was some way he could get her alone…and he would.
Would you mind if I killed you?
Would you mind if I tried to?
"May I have this dance?" a males voice came from the side suddenly, startling Aiko slightly, as she looked over, a familiar pair of golden eyes peering at her.
"Well, didn't expect to see you here Heartnet. I thought things like these weren't your style?" She poked at him, a small smile on her lips. It always cheered her up to see her old friend.
Train chuckled lightly, scratching his head. "Neither did I. But, I had some time on my hands and Yui mentioned that you two would be attending so I figured Id drop by." he said with a nonchalant shrug.
Aiko smiled lightly, looking out at the dance floor. "Why don't you ask Yui to dance? Im not really in a dancing mood." She told him after a moment, giving him an apologetic smiile.
"Ah, that's alright." He said, ruffling her hair. "I'll catch up with ya later then." He said, going over to Yui, who was at the refreshments table.
Smiling lightly to herself, Aiko watched as the two wandered onto the dance floor.
Cause you, have turned into my worst enemy.
You carry, hate that of you.
Its over now…What have you done?
What have you done now?
"Its been awhile my dear." A silky smooth voice reached her ears, a pair of all too familiar arms snaking around her waist, pulling her back against the culprit.
Her eyes widened, feeling a cold breath tickling her neck as she stood there, swallowing a lump that began to form in her throat. "I..I was supposed to forget about you.." Her voice came out barely above a whisper, but he heard it nevertheless.
I, have been waiting for someone like you…
But now you are slipping away.
What have you done now?
Why, Why does fate make us suffer?
Theres a curse between us, between me and you!
"Supposed to?" He almost purred out, a soft chuckle escaping his lips. "Was that was your friend said?"
She could almost hear the smirk on his face. "Its…what I said." She replied, trying to keep her voice calm, but for some reason, it felt like she was betraying her heart with those words.
"What does your heart say now?" He asked her, his lips brushing against the base of her neck, in the exact spot he knew she liked.
What have you done,
What have you done,
What have you done,
What have you done now?
"Creed! Get away from her!" Trains angry voice came, as the two snapped out of their small world, almost forgetting about the other people that surrounded them. Feeling the arms leave her waist, she felt a sense of emptiness wash over her.
"Don't Train." She stopped him, noticing the sceptical look he shot her "…this is my problem. Ill figure it out myself." Aiko told him, needing to keep a strong front right not, not wanting a fight to break out.
Train looked at her, a small frown tugging at his lips. He didn't particularly like the idea but he wouldn't get in her way either. "Alright.." He finally said, backing down but never letting his guard down.
Aiko mouthed a small thank you to him, turning around as she walked outside, Creed following closely behind her.
"Do you think she'll go back to him?" Yui asked, walking up beside Train as she looked up at him after Creed and Aiko had left the room.
Train let out a soft sigh, running a hand through his hair. "Who knows.."
I, will not fall..
Wont, let it go…
We, will be free when its ends…
The two walked out onto a balcony, the cool evening air nipping at Aiko's skin as she leaned against the railing, looking down at the ground. "So why are you here?" she finally asked, not looking back at him yet, afraid to face him directly, afraid that all the walls the put up would break again.
"Why else do you think?" Creed said, more as a fact than a question, his voice sending shivers down her spine, as it always did.
"How did you know I'd be here?" But instead of getting an answer, she felt an arm slip around her waist, turning her around. Creed placed a finger under her chin, tilting her face up to his, finding herself staring into the same eyes that she had fallen in love with all those years ago...
"Creed….you know I cant." Her voice broke slightly, tearing her gaze away from him as she turned around again, putting her hands on the railing as she looked down at the ground.
I, have been waiting for someone like you…
But now you are slipping away.
"That never stopped you before." He reminded her, his icy blue gaze watching her intently, knowing she'd be his before the night was over.
"That was before Creed…this is now." She countered, glancing back at him momentarily before looking back out at the sky. She couldnt..she couldnt let herself fall back into that.
"Your feelings still remain for me though." He observed, his gaze drifting up to the sky for a few moments, slipping his hands into his pockets.
She gave a dry laugh. "You sound so confident." She said, looking back at him curiously.
"Then how come you aren't able to look me in the eyes?" He tested, looking back down at her again, seeing the concentration in her eyes before she turned away.
She averted her gaze, as he expected no doubt, as she closed her eyes, unable to come up with an excuse this time. "..."
He wrapped an arm around her waist, turning her round and pulling her against him again as he lifted her face to his, the scent of strawberry wafting from her lips.
"Why does fate make us suffer..?" She asked softly, finding herself unable to break her gaze with him this time..
What have you done now?
Why, Why does fate make us suffer?
He chuckled lightly at her cliché question, leaning closer to her.
"Theres a curse between us.." He murmured out softly, answering her question.
Theres a curse between us, between me and you!
She gave a small laugh, as her eyes finally closed. "So that's what it is.." She whispered, before their lips met in a bitter-sweet kiss.
I, have been waiting for someone like you…
But now you are slipping away.
What have you done now?
Why, Why does fate make us suffer?
Theres a curse between us, between me and you!