Chapter 4

Maka's P.O.V

I stared at the guy incredulously. A job? Really? I wasn't staying in the city for much longer, I had to leave.

"No." I snapped, glaring the guy down. He looked innocent enough. But still, I can't trust anybody.

"You're a meister, aren't you?" He asked, still holding me still. I looked up at him, startled, amazed that he could tell I was a meister.

"What of it?" I asked, reaching up, and grabbing his wrist. I must have a strong grip, because his hand started turning bright red. He cringed, letting go of my shoulder.

"Well, it means that you're a hard worker… and I know of a witch that lives inside of Death City. Thought you would be interested." He said, shrugging as if it wasn't a big deal. I shook my head.

"No. I'm not looking for a job, and I don't care about any witch. I'm no longer a part of the academy." I said, taking a step forward.

"No? That's too bad." He said. He turned, walking back into the kitchens of the tavern. I paused, sensing that this guy wasn't telling me something. I shrugged, and headed deeper into the cesspool of Death City.

Soul's P.O.V

The city was eerily quiet as I ran down Cobblestone Street after Cobblestone Street. My feet hammering on the ground was the only sound around. Why didn't I bring my bike! Uncool! I yelled in my mind. I pushed ahead, seeing the moon starting to get tired. A scream ripped through the air behind me. I squeezed my eyes shut, pushing even harder than I was. The DWMA loomed behind me, watching as I ran deeper, getting closer and closer to Maka.

Maka's P.O.V

"Hey! I'm sorry!" The boy yelled, running after me. I looked back in surprise. I didn't know he was following me.

"I'm Damon." He said, holding out his hand.

"Maka. Maka Albarn." I said, shaking his hand. His eyes widened.

"Maka?! You are an amazing meister, right? My sister is a huge fan of yours!" He said, His hair swooping over his eyes. I narrowed my eyes. Hadn't he already asked me this? Then I noticed a slight change.

"You aren't the boy I talked to earlier, are you?" I asked, letting go of his hand.

"No, that was my twin. Sorry if he was being rude. That's why I was apologizing earlier…." He said, rubbing the back of his neck. I shook my head.

"It's fine." I said, starting to walk again. "It was nice to meet you." He nodded, turning back.

"Wait! Do you need someplace to stay for the rest of the night?" He asked, grabbing my wrist. Bad move. I grabbed his arm, pulling him towards me, and spinning him up and over me. He landed with a huff on his back. I stared at him in shock.

"I'm so sorry!" I said, pulling him up to his feet.

"It's alright, must be habit, being a meister and all." He said, laughing nervously.

"Yeah. I'll take that offer, I am tired." I said, smiling slightly. We headed over towards the tavern which his parent owned. He talked about everyday life down here in the cesspool as we walked. I can't lie, I was intrigued. The cesspool life seemed exciting, and tough. We entered the tavern from the front this time, and I stopped in my tracks. They had old fashioned wood tables set up in the mid space, a long bar running down the back. A staircase wound up the left side, and a large fireplace opposite it. It had a medieval feel to it. His mom bustled about, tending to costumers, his dad handling the bar. His brother was nowhere to be seen.

"Wow, Damon. This is…"

"Amazing?" A voice said behind me. I turned, my pig tails whipping around my head. There was the brother.

"Hey there." He said, looking into my eyes, judging what I would do.

"Jace. There you are! I got the girl. Her name is Maka." Damon said, cheerfully. I narrowed my eyes, on alert.

"Hey, Ribbons." He said again, this time adding a nickname. I scowled at him. Looks like I was stuck here for the night.

Authors Note!

Ok, yeah, I know that the story has taken a huge change, but I don't really think when I write. I hope its ok with you guys. Now, I have a couple of plot twists in mind, and I want to know if I should put them in, or should I just keep the story smooth? Please tell me what you think! Thank you for your reviews from last time, I'll try to get the next chapter out sooner!