Author's Note: I'm back guys! With a brand new chapter of course. Let me clarify that the true action starts on the next chapter, which I dedicated to one of the most talented Thresh authors I've met on this website. I'm talking about none other than crazyLatern! If you hadn't checked "Untouchable" you should totally do it because IT IS THE BOMB! I have found myself addicted to it for the last months. This person was my inspiration on writing Thresh, and I cannot thank her enough about it! So, without further ado...Chapter 3!
The bright morning sun showed itself once again above the bright city of Demacia. Any traces of yesterday's white veils have long disappeared, revealing the grass green grounds and marvellous buildings of the city. The sunlight, bright as ever, beamed through her transparent black curtains, reaching her eyes. She opened them slowly, taking some time to adjust to the bright light invading her commonly dark bedroom. She convinced herself to leave the comfort of her bed, calling her maids to help her prepare for the trip. She picked a suitcase, small enough to carry along but large enough to fit her weapons and two pairs of additional clothes inside. Once she was done packing, she grabbed her suitcase and signature fiery red sunglasses, heading out of the door. When she stepped outside, she waved at the enormous gargoyle flying towards her.
" Galio! I am glad you could make it. " she greeted him with a smile.
" It is always a pleasure to see you, Lady Vayne. " the gargoyle politely replied with a bow of his head. "
" I have to thank you for agreeing to guard my mansion while I am missing. I hope the maids will not bring you any sorts of trouble. " she replied smiling at him.
" I am always at your service, my lady. Demacia owes you a lot more than you might imagine. Therefore, this is the least I can do to pay my debt to you for helping me keep our homeland safe and sound. " he bowed and she returned the gesture.
" I am delighted to know I can always count on you, Galio. Aside from the Purifier, you are the closest thing I ever had to a friend. I need you to know I will never forget that. " she finished and Galio looked at her with a hint of worry.
" Why the wholehearted confession, Lady Vayne? Is there something bothering you about the trip?" He asked, knowing exactly what bothered her.
" I may not be able to come back to Demacia after this. At least not alive. I can feel that somehow this is the final chapter of my tale. " she answered truthfully.
" Tell me, my lady, is there something you chose to hide from the Purifier? " Galio asked and she shook her head.
" Details I'd rather not discuss at the moment. " The gargoyle nodded in understanding.
" May I ask why did you choose to hide them? Could they possibly be harmful to him?" He questioned and she nodded.
" Harmful in an emotional way probably. I only wish to see him happy. This man has given up everything he loves to defeat the evil. He deserves an emotional break at least. " the gargoyle smiled at her words, a genuine smile.
" My lady, do you love him? "
His question sounded simple but it sent shivers down her spine. " I-I-" she stuttered. Did she? She wasn't sure. She couldn't even recall the last time she felt attracted to somebody, let alone love them. It was a foreign feeling to her, one she never had the time or the will to explore.
" I don't know, Galio. I sincerely don't. And I don't know if I want to find out. " the gargoyle nodded in understanding.
" Speaking of the devil. " he added with a colourful tone in his voice. At his words, Vayne turned around to spot Lucian walking towards them.
" Good morning Vayne, Galio. " he greeted them.
" Purifier, it is good to see you as always. But although I would love to chat more, you both have to hurry. Your ship will be sailing soon. " he addressed to both of them and they nodded waving.
" Goodbye Galio. " they said in unison.
" Farewell my friends. Until next time. " he replied bowing before them.
Lucian turned his attention towards his parthner. " Ready for the trip to hell?" he joked and she widened her eyes, jokes not being of his character. He smiled at her and she nodded returning the smile.
" I am as ready as I will ever be. "
After 20 minutes of a silent walk to the Demacian port, they finally reached the gates of the ship sailing to the Shadow Islands.
" It feels like such a deja vu. "
Lucian blurted out of nowhere, catching his friend by surprise.
" It was a warm October morning when I decided that bringing my wife along to the Shadow Islands for work would be a good idea. Honeymoon in hell. That is how she called it."
Vayne brought her palm up to cup his cheek, giving him a comforting look. He returned the gesture by placing an arm around her waist, pulling her into a hug.
" Please be careful out there. I will not be able to live with myself if I lose yet another person I care about. " he whispered stroking her back.
Her eyes lit up as she lifted her head to meet his gaze. When she did, guilt spread all over her face. She smiled at him, trying her best to hide her uneasiness.
" I already lost a wife because of my choice of lifestyle. I do not wish to lose my best friend as well. So, be careful and never leave my sight. This is a mission none of us can pull off alone. " he clarified and she nodded walking alongside with him towards the ship, the words "best friend" replaying inside her head.
The inner part of the ship was not what Vayne imagined. Instead of a rotten old room with little furniture, she found herself inside an elegant hall leading to what she supposed was the main ball room.
" The perks of being a Demacian nobility, I suppose? " Lucian grinned playfully at her despite his mood. He wanted to upset her as less as possible, and putting on a mask would do the trick.
" What else could it be, Lucian dearest? " she teased in a mockingly elegant tone.
" Nothing considerable, Lady Vayne. " he mocked her back, gesturing for her to walk inside with him.
Both rushed to the bar, the idea of a strong drink seeming appealing to them at this very moment.
" What are you drinking Lucian? " she asked.
" Some whiskey sounds good enough for tonight. "
Vayne nodded and gestured the bartender to come and prepare their order.
"Two glasses of Demacian whiskey. Make it doubled and quick, I don't have all day. " she finished and the bartender nodded, shortly returning with their drinks.
" Double amount of whiskey? Who's coming off strong now?" Lucian questioned with a smirk.
" I am mentally preparing myself for the upcoming events. I need to calm myself before any encounter with the Warden. The last one I had was on the Fields of Justice, when he was on my team. Not a lovely experience laning with him if you ask me. "
Her company nodded his head in agreement.
" I have laned with him myself a couple of times. Some stupid summoners, even though aware of our past, decided it would be a good idea to make me work alongside the person I hate the most in this world. " Lucian cursed making her smile wider.
Suddenly, a familiar voice put them out of their trance.
" Now, that is unexpected to say at least. I did not expect to find you both here. "
They both turned around to acknowledge the presence of their colleague. He grinned at them, his signature hat covering his eyes. Vayne and Lucian exchanged looks of confusion as the man took a seat between them.
" Twisted Fate. I have to admit it seems strange to see you here as well. What would someone like you be doing in the Shadow Islands? " Vayne started the conversation.
" On the contrary, milady. I have every reason to be there since my beloved Widowmaker resides on these Islands. I cannot help but wonder though, what is your business there?" he asked, his gaze locked with Vayne's.
" Like you said Tobias, it is our business to handle, not yours. So, I suggest you stay out of the way and mind your own. " Lucian glared at the Card Master, bringing his attention from Vayne to him.
"Why so aggressive, Purifier? Can't a good friend chat about his colleagues wellbeing? " he asked smirking at the female marksman.
" Lucian please, no need for tension. As for you Tobias, I think you should reconsider the meaning of the term 'friend' and what it means to you. Last time I've heard, your 'friendship' reached the end of the road because of your traitorous nature." she winked mockingly.
Despite her insulting tone, his smile never faltered.
" Since my presence is clearly unwanted here, I will have to say my goodnight. "
They both waved at him and returned to their drinks.
" Hopefully we will meet again, Lady Vayne. " he stated smiling before teleporting to another location with what Vayne and Lucian knew, was his ultimate ability on the Fields of Justice.
" What a charmer. I bet you are looking forward to meeting the gentleman again, Lady Vayne. " Lucian teased.
" I actually am. He's quite valuable to me at the moment. " she replied, a serious tone in her voice.
" Wow, I couldn't have guessed this man was of your interest. Doesn't seem like your type, but it is your choice to make. " Vayne let out a small giggle at her friend's unawareness.
" I didn't mean it like that, Lucian. This man holds valuable information for me, regarding he used to be close to Malcolm Graves, who happens to be the person of our interest after we convince the Warden to join us on this mission. If I know something about diplomacy, it is that to get what you want from somebody, you need to be on their good side. " she explained and he nodded.
" You don't expect me to follow this tactic in a few days when we face the Warden, do you? " he asked.
"Thresh is a totally different situation, Lucian. Let's just hope we will not have to use our weapons. We need him alive, for Senna's sake. " she replied truthfully.
" I hope you are right."
Author's Note v2: Since I don't have the time to respond on each comment via PM because, you know, university happens I will be chatting with you guys on the end of every chapter!
** AndHisNameIsCena: Who said he ain't a main character? :D This might be a Vayne x Lucian is some sort of way, but Thresh's role will be VITAL in this fafiction. So I guess this makes him a main character a s well!
** Guest: Zed x Syndra is like my favourite pairing of all time. :( I was actually planning on writing an one shot about them but Zed's character confuses me. I don't want to make him too sentimental or too harsh for the matter. But I guess time will show, right? :D
** Cupcake Girl: I am a DIEHARD fan of Vladimir x Vayne tbh. His elegance and style can perfectly match Vayne's dark and mysterious character. But Vayne x Lucian have so much potential. I mean, they are both hunting the creatures of the night, both lost people they love to them and they both seek revenge. Sounds like the perfect couple to me!
** iHookGirls: Vayne's character will develop further and you will discover more about her on the following chapters. Many stuff are off-cannon but who cares? Isn't it a fanfiction after all?
** crazyLatern: It is actually FanFiction that is fucking up my chapter :( I hope I can find a way to make it more pleasant to read. The plot will evolve much differently than it seems now, I have many twists and action in store, especially after chapter 7!
Overall, thank you everyone for the reviews!
See you on chapter 4.
Be careful though.
It might get you hooked! :D (credits to AndHisNameIsCena for this fine as hell joke!)
