Male Blake x Female Adam – Shattered
Blake sat away from all of the yelling and threats, coming specifically from the pint-size bomb and leader of the White Fang in this sector, Adam; a strange name for a girl but no one ever questioned her, for they met the wrong end of her blade. Blake shook his head flipping the page, hearing Adam strain her voice; she was going to regret it later. Apparently the scouting party that Adam sent out just returned, but they were caught, and had to fight their way out of some sort of human forward operating base. Making noise and potentially having them track the party back to the camp "kneel! Now!" And that was Blake's cue, Adam was going to behead these poor men, she came close to 'making an example' of a former White Fang member. Thankfully, Blake just convinced her that they should just be exiled, and hopefully he can do it again. Blake left the tent and saw four men on their knees preparing for death, Adam hastily drew her sword "for treason against your brothers and sisters in arms, your punishment is-"
"Banishment" Blake called, all eyes were on him. When Adam was not around Blake was in charge, a trusted second in command and one of the only few capable of keeping up with Adam, they've fought in numerous battles and will continue to do so until the end times. Though they've been through a lot and their bond is tighter then blood, Adam still likes to remain in charge when she's around, and her authority absolutely does not like to be questioned "this is none of your concern Blake." She snapped, lifting the head of an anxious man with the tip of her blade, the man's eyes begged for mercy "they endangered the camp and jeopardized our mission!" Adam argued "and for all of the lives they've potentially risked and all of the time and resources put into this one crucial objective, all of it nearly down the drain."
"I understand, but we don't need any blood on our hands Adam, the White Fang doesn't need this, and you know this" Blake challenged Adam, she never thought clearly when she was angry, especially when it was under her leadership "just give them the mark of dishonor, strip them, and send them out." Adam kept the blade to the man on death row, her mask concealing her emotions "stand and take off your clothing" they didn't hesitate, they would much rather keep their lives rather than their clothes. Once stripped to their underwear they stood at attention, Adam took her blade and gave a deep cut on their left cheek, three slash marks, enough to scar and bleed "you are not to return and tell your race that you have failed them, flee, and do not wear our colors again." They bowed, and ran into the Emerald Forest "thank you Adam."
"Come with me Blake" he was in trouble as Adam ordered everyone else to be prepped and ready to go by nightfall, Blake walked back into their personal tent. Adam threw something at Blake, or attempted to, Blake managed to catch the stress ball that Adam squeezed from time to time "why do you keep doing that!?" Needless to say the stress ball didn't work "you keep undermining my authority Blake! There needs to be an example made of these traitors."
"Adam you're overreacting, they didn't do anything, only got in a bit of hot water. Now I think endangering the camp is different from them actually bringing back a small army and having us run away with our tails literally between our legs." Adam went on a useless tirade, she was usually a bit antsy when things were coming to a close, and who can blame her? She's worked hard getting this far, sleeping a solid four or five hours a day, no doubt there were bags under her eyes "you have to understand Adam." Blake gently put his hands on her shoulders, the fired up girl gave a huff "you let them off fine, and everyone at this camp will agree with you without being threatened, they respect you."
"That they should" Adam spat sitting down, Blake clamped the tent closed "we're running this op Blake."
"I should hope so."
"I mean we're going to go and do this ourselves."
"Adam, no."
"Adam yes, we busted our butts getting this far, it's only fair that we should be the ones doing it."
"Adam, you've collectively slept twenty four hours this week, surviving on nothing but energy drinks, coffee, and fast food."
"I feel fine" if only he could see under that damn mask, she's most likely exhausted "if you say so."
"I do, we go tonight."
"Then get some sleep."
"I don't need-"
"Please Adam, don't argue with me on this, you've been making a rut with all of your pacing, just lie down, and grab some shut eye." Again, Adam huffed "fine" she said sucking her teeth "just make sure no one disturbs me, or else I really will kill someone."
"As you wish commander" Blake gave a curtsy, which made Adam smile some, it was rare she showed such an emotion, but Blake liked it when she did, she wasn't a merciless robot, more of a freedom fighting Faunus that way "Blake." He halted and turned to Adam "do you mind… staying in here?" Blake looked puzzled "just so I can wake up at an appropriate time, p-please." Blake managed to catch the last part, a stutter? He didn't think much of it as Blake just took a seat in the tent, Adam faced away and took off her mask, taking rest behind a curtain. Blake resumed his book and made it clear to the guards standing outside that there should be no visitors, and if they are persistent, deal with them accordingly, a leader needs sleep to.
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Blake managed to get halfway through his book before the time was nearing, he decided against waking up Adam, she's been sleeping soundly for a while and Blake has been through this plan back and forth with both himself, and Adam. He exited the tent "sir" one of the guards acknowledged him "are we all set Guardsman?"
"I didn't leave the tent sir, but several other members came by and asked for you, they said that everything was in order."
"Good, thank you."
"Would you like me to wake Adam?"
"No, I'd rather you keep your head, when the time comes I'll wake her up" the guard rubbed his neck and nodded, Blake went on his way towards the others who have been working their butts off preparing for this operation. The objective was simple, raid the military station that wasn't too far from them, hence the scouting party, and Adam's almost uncharacteristic agitated behavior, usually she's a little bit cooler than most, but this is the first mission she's leading for the White Fang. Understandably she's wanting this whole thing to go off without any hiccups, plant insurgents inside the base, have the outside forces begin their siege, and the base will be overtaken within hours. They have great defenses on the outside, but the inside is 'soft' so to say, and they wouldn't expect an attack from the inside out, and Blake was proud when Adam both stepped up to take on this task and created the plan. Gathering manpower, weaponry, enough food and water to support her small battalion, Blake quintuple checked everything, to make sure Adam gets every little bit of sleep she can, so that way she's not so cranky. Looking to the sky it was close to night, he ordered everyone to set a perimeter, those that could see in the dark were further out and hidden in the trees. He hated doing this, but Adam would never forgive Blake if he went on without her, so he bit the bullet and went into the tent. Blake stepped quietly towards Adam and her rest spot "Adam?" He whispered outside of the curtain, but she didn't respond, saying her name three or four times, each louder than the last, and she still didn't stir. He took a deep breath, and entered the small corner, he took in the sight of Adam sleeping, she was comfortably curled up underneath the covers, shoes off, hair sprawled all over the bed, and sleeping peacefully. Blake was bitter that he's waking her up, he gently leaned down and shook her shoulder with the utmost care "Adam" he said in a soft voice. "Adam, you need to wake up, it's almost time" she groggily shooed away Blake "let me sleep" Blake started chuckling "Adam, come on."
"Five more minutes" she rolled over and her eyes started to crack open, Blake held a smile looking at her unveiled face, she wears the mask to hide her emotions, but It serves another purpose. During her time in Atlas, she was a slave, tough and resilient, a Faunus has to be when she is just being used for labor. One day Adam was 'working' out in the fields, wrapped in thin layers to shield her from the cold, until an older Faunus collapsed next to her. Adam tried to tell the laborers that she's just not up to it now, the slavers talked of just offing her, but Adam wouldn't have it. She busted one slavers face and killed the other, for disobedience she was given an awful punishment, a mixture of chemicals were poured over her eyes, essentially blinding her, though they underestimated her adaptive nature. Adam proved herself by breaking free, and soon joining the White Fang, being an idol and an inspiration to Faunus around the world that it doesn't matter how hard you're beaten, but how fast you get back up. Adam blinked her pure white eyes, rubbing out the sleep, Adam grabbed onto Blake's arms "you know I hate it when you see me without my mask."
"Why?"
"Because I've got a hideous looking mark on my face."
"You look fine Adam" Blake moved the loose strands of hair out of her face, though Adam was blind, it was as if she was looking right through him "you're very beautiful."
"S-stop saying that stuff" Adam turned over "I wouldn't know anyway."
"Well, would you like me to describe how you look to me?" Adam stayed in position, unmoving, Blake took that as a sign to continue "Adam, you're a living painting, your scar is not hideous, it only accentuates how much of a strong, powerful, and tenacious. You've got perfect curvature, hair as red as wine and flows just as smoothly. From what I've seen, both working with you and as your friend, you've told the world time and time again that you will not be beaten; you will proudly brandish your sword and load your firearm, take aim, and fight, or go down swinging. You're alluring in both personality, and poise, and that's a very good quality to have in a leader" Blake went on a tangent, not realizing that he just complimented the poor girl to the point where her face matched the color of her sword "I-I… Um" Blake picked at his fingers. "Is…" Adam spoke in such an out-of-character tone, it was soft and squeaky, so unlike her bossy and authoritative tone "is that… true?" Adam turned over, again looking directly at Blake "are those your words?" Looking at Adam she was beet red in the face, Blake made the poor girl blush "well… Yes, I full heartedly believe what I said." Adam sat up and grasped her ankles "because" her voice cracked, like she was sick "Adam, are you alright?"
"No"
Adam's eyes started to track the linings in the sheets "I…" she hesitated, but Blake waited patiently "I've been having these… feelings" she turned to Blake, he had a feeling of what was coming "for a while now… actually since we've been working… together, at least." Adam played with the fur on the sheets, Blake could tell that these feelings were completely foreign. Still, Blake didn't stop her, he just wanted to hear it from her "and… I think… I think" she cleared her throat "I think I've… fallen, for you." Blake knew it; she was always so open and kind to him ever since they started working together despite her being cold and almost rude to other members of the White Fang. Blake gave her patience and warmth that no one else really offered, and they just became attached, deep down Blake felt the same way in a sense. Occasionally the feeling would come up in his stomach and make his head swim, but he didn't act, but now that Adam did, he's finding these feelings fluttering back, and he's fine with all of that "Adam." He said gently "thank you for telling me, I've… felt the same" Adam didn't move, only a small smile formed on her face "in fact, I was waiting for you to say something."
"Thank you Blake… for waiting" Adam put her head on Blake's shoulder "do you want to move out Adam?" She shook her head "I'm so tired, just let me sleep" Adam wasted no time flopping back down on her bed and quickly falling asleep. Blake smiled, wrapping the covers around her shoulders, Adam snuggled the blanket closer and soon was in a deep sleep "goodnight Adam, sleep well" He leaned over and gave her a tender kiss. Adam smiled when sleeping, Blake left her alone for now and heading outside "everything ready sir?"
"The commander isn't feeling well, we'll postpone."
"Uh, o-okay sir, forgive me for saying but, is that wise?"
"The base will be there tomorrow, she'll be better tomorrow." The guard took that as an answer, Blake looked to the night sky to see a broken moon overlooking the whole of Remnant, and it reminded him of Adam in a way. Shattered but still beautiful to look at, and with time Blake will put her back together.
One piece at a time.
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