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And so we begin this Highschool of the Dead fanfiction by yours truly, please enjoy!
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Chapter 3: Spirit for the Dead
"The sky began to fill up with the light of day with the sunrise giving color to the sky as pretty as a cherry blossom. My eyes felt heavy as I force them to stay open. Sleep wasn't a luxery I was privy to but this was a common occurrence even prior to the outbreak. Life has never been easy for me and it is a struggle to keep the violent nature locked away. This world leaves little to nothing for reason to not be violent but violence is the reason i'm alone. -Reed
Alice woke up prior to everyone else and began to wonder the mall looking for Reed. She finds him on the second floor of the mall overlooking the parking lot and runs up to talk to him before everyone wakes up. Morning, Reed! Alice said. Good morning! Sleep well? He said while looking at her with a smile. Yeah, I sure did. Saya is actually really nice to sleep with given how bossy she is, Kohta was kinda funny sleeping with his thumb in his mouth. She said with a chuckle. Reed smiled at the little girl, it's rude to make fun of people when they are not here to defend themselves. Reed said. Why didn't you go to sleep? Alice asked. Because you all looked so tired and it was important you all got a good night's rest. Reed answered. But you need sleep too. Alice quickly answered back. I know, if I was alone I would have, I find it difficult to sleep when other people are around. Reed said as he looked back into the parking lot. Well you sleep and i'll watch for trouble and i'll get you if I see anything scary. Alice said giving him a cheerful smile. I'll tell you what, if we can agree on a word that will let me know when you see trouble I will. Reed said. Okay! Alice said, code words are fun. What should we use? She asked. Reed scratched his head and then looked once again at the little girl's smile and he smiled too. How about "Radiance" since your smile Radiates good cheer? Ooh, I like that. Alice shook her head in agreement as Reed proceeded to his room.
Saeko was with Takashi at night in the wilderness of a secluded island. She had just pulled away from a kiss with Takashi as he looked at her in confusion. Saeko!? he responded. Forgive me for being so forward, don't think i'm sleezy, she said while looking away with a blush. She looks back at him, It's just... I've wanted to be with you for a long time that it's killing me that i'm not! I want to be your one and only! Takashi shakes his head in disagreement. Sorry, Saeko. But i'm in love with Rei. Leave me alone! Saeko opens her eyes and sits up quickly in her bed she was in with tears forming in her eyes as she realizes it was just a dream. She looks up at her doorway to see Reed had stopped by her door on his way to his room. What!? Saeko asked. Reed looked at her with a look of exhaustion in his eyes. As she met his eyes she was taken by surprise by the cold emptiness she saw within them. Nothing, Reed said. You looked like you were crying in your sleep and I was just concerned about you. She sensed a warmth in his words but looked away hiding the remains of the tears from him. Why do you care? You don't know me nor do you have any reason to be concerned about me. Reed closed his eyes and looked down the hall. As far as not knowing you, it isn't because I don't want to. As far as needing a reason, I shouldn't need one. You're hurting, I know. I'm going to sleep for a bit, but if you still want to talk, the offer is there any time you need it. He started to walk away. Wait! Saeko called out causing Reed to stop but still looking down the hall. I'm sorry, she said. For last night and for now, I don't wanna let anyone in again, it still hurts from last time. He stood in silence for a moment before answering back. It always done, and always will. It's part of being human. Reed continued to his room and fell asleep on his bed.
Saeko gets out of bed feeling the hurt of her words towards Reed who didn't deserve it and the pain in his words as he left. She goes to the second floor balcony to see Alice looking into the parking lot. She sees a few dismembered undead that she didn't recall being there the night before and finds herself lost in thought due to Reed's words.
"Why am I being such a bitch to him? He's been nothing but kind and helpful. I wouldn't mind someone to talk to but I did that once and it didn't change anything. Reed's eyes were so cold but his words, the sentiment was so warm. Maybe I should take him up on his offer. -Saeko
A few hours later...
The rest of the group had gotten out of bed feeling refreshed and had eaten the breakfast Saeko made. They decided that it was time to check out the East Police Station for Rei's father and if time allowed they would check Takashi's house for his mother before coming back to the mall. Reed was asked to come along at Kohta's request since he felt Reed was defenseless. Reed grabbed his bags and jumped in the back of the humvee and went back to sleep while the drove to the station. The drive was fairly smooth as none of "them" were in sight. Saeko tried to ignore the intimate actions of Rei and Takashi as they held hands but it was getting to her so she made her way to the back of the humvee and sat in front of Reed who looked like his sleep was as unpeaceful as his eyes seemed at the mall. I'm sorry. Reed said in his sleep. I wonder what he's dreaming about? Saeko thought to herself.
After about twenty minutes of driving, Shizuka stopped the humvee due to a big SUV parked in the middle of the street. Takashi and Rei decided to get out and check it for any survivors since it didn't look like it was attacked by "them". Reed woke up and and noticed they had stopped. Why'd we stop? The station is still like ten minutes away. Reed said. Kohta pointed at the SUV. There's a car here that looks undamaged. Takashi and Rei are checking it for survivors and anything that is still usable. Kohta answered. Reed looked at the SUV and his eyes grew wide with fear. Oh Fuck! Reed popped up through the open roof and yelled at Takashi and Rei. GET BACK INSIDE!
Why? Takashi yelled back. IT'S A FUCKING TRAP! Reed said as scavengers dressed like militia men came rushing towards them.
"I had seen that SUV before and it wasn't under happy circumstances. The owner was a woman named Luna who was pretty pissed at me for not wanting to play her games. She lost her mind when the outbreak occurred and was using "them" and any survivors she could find as hunting entertainment. I escaped her once and she has been trying to hunt me down because it hurt her pride that I got away. If it was just me I would be able to manage but I couldn't risk the others getting caught. This was the longest day of my life and it would soon prove to be a test of trust. For me, and for our group.
End of Chapter 3
AN: I apologize if this one ran on but the main point I wanted to elaborate on was Saeko's sadness and Reed's emptiness. It is still a work in progress but I hope you still enjoyed. Stay tuned for chapter 4. Should be up in a couple days.
