Red (Raph x April) Part 7

This is a fantasy/fairytale/horror using TMNT Characters, please note they will not act like their counterparts from any universe.
So please keep that in mind and not comment that so and so wouldn't act like that and so forth thanks

This story will be posted in short drabble length parts, that will be updated ever Saturday.

(TMNT CC are AU based fantasy based on 2003 version turtles but not based on TMNT Universe)
Warning (Rated: T) Disturbing Content, Foul Language, violence, gore.
Please Don't Read if you don't like this stuff.


The evening dinner lagged on to the depths of infinity with chatter and laughter filling the small log room, that was decorated with doilies and flower pattern fabrics draped all over.

April didn't mind seeing her dear grandmother enjoying herself, it was a breath of fresh air.

Yet alas the red damsel had her fill for the day of this so called 'good hunter', wishing this torture would finally end.

The turtle talked a storm of great hunts and victories, of times she didn't give a damn about or care to hear for the hundredth time.

She wondered with the amount of hot air that came out of the turtle's mouth, would be efficient enough to make a hot air balloon float?

Sighing, April played with her fork jaded.

Having this delicious, mouth watering food before her, she couldn't stomach one bite.

Her appetite was sour and lacking, she blamed him for making her in such a state.

"Well now Leonardo, do you wish to have a piece of pie. I made my famous Apple and cranberry pie," Mrs. O'Neil boasted wiping her hands onto her apron, after placing the dirty dishes in a metal tub to be washed later.

Waving his hands with a chuckle, Leo smiled brightly, "No, no, I could not. Your food was more than I can handle. I dare say Mrs. O'Neil, you are the only cook in these parts that can fill any man's belly with such bliss."

Blushing the old lady snorted, "I see that… Now… April why haven't you eaten your dinner?"

Suddenly stop playing with her food, April placed the fork down, becoming overwhelmingly embarrassed of being caught doing such an act, "I… I'm sorry grandmother. I guess I wasn't that hungry."

Quickly getting to her feet April didn't dare to look at her grandmother in the eyes, continuing before another word was said, "I apologize for my lack of manners... May I be excused? I should start making my bed in the barn."

Nodding the old lady gave permission as Leo leaned to one side to look at April with an odd expression, "The barn? I would have thought you had a room of your own inside?"

"Oh I use too, but it was turned into a storage room. Besides, I prefer the barn anyways; it's cooler and the sight from the loft doors are breathtaking. Well, I must be on my way, I bid thee goodnight Leo," April lightly curtsy, taking her leave before he required her attention with more questions.

Being a guest he wouldn't follow her and the fact she asked to be excused and stated good night, she was in the clear of being bothered by him later.

Hurrying out of the cabin quickly as her legs would allow, yet not too fast that it didn't make her look too overzealous in her escape of the clutches of the hunter, April breathe in easy once she reached the outdoors.

The fresh air met her welcomely, while the stars as bright diamonds in the sky, shined in all their glory.

Taking in the nature in all its beauty, the damsel made her merry way towards the side of the cottage following the stone path to the barn.

The old wooden building standing in the far distance was cast in muddy shadows, unsettling its appearance was, it seemed lonely, breaking April's heart in a way.

It has not been occupied by livestock for years and it hasn't had many visitors or weary travelers looking for a night's rest under its safe and secure roof.

Fond memories filled April soul, bringing a lost and forgotten smile to her lips.

She loved this barn, it was her sanctuary, a place she could hide in and played whatever games her heart desired.

These feelings were old and she wondered where they had gone?

Gently placing her hand on the solid doors, April smile grew almost into a delightful giggle.

How much she lost sight of things dear to her, just realizing she yearned for this simple enjoyment and security to consume her like she was a child once again.

Just before opening the door, crushing her uplifted spirit, a voice came behind her startling her with fright.

"April may I have a word with you?" Leo stood behind her, with a serious expression cast on his face.

"LEO?! Do you not know it's rude to sneak up onto a lady?" April growled, embarrassed he terrified her as he did.

Smiling sweetly, ignoring the fact the red head was obviously annoyed, Leo slowly approached her taking her hand gently.

"I apologize my fair lady," Leo humbly kissed her hand in a gesture of forgiveness.

Taking her hand back April rolled her eyes, sighing under her breath, "Very well. It's late Hunter and I have much work to do before I can even consider resting my weary body that has had its fill of day events."

"I promise April I will not take too much of your time, I assure you," Leo insisted that they do speak.

Weariness and worry filling her, April knew what he was going to ask, she very well could predict how this would play out even.

First, he will bring the question up, the one she has been avoiding for good reason.

Then he will become disappointed with her answer, that hasn't changed since the first time he has questioned her.

Ending with him walking away just to repeat this little act once again...

Couldn't he just wait until she brings it up? Why does he have to hound her so?

"Fine, what is it that you require of me Leonardo?" April said, crossing her arms, waiting for the inedible.

"April, all I ask is for your hand. I wish to make you my wife. All I want is to bring you happiness and joy, my fair April O'Neil. You deserve such a life," Leo smoothly claimed taking her hand once again, rubbing it sweetly, like it would make her sway to yes then no or nothing at all.

"Leo I'm sorry… I…" April looked away from those grey eyes that filled with hope, not willing to see that hope being crushed by her words.

She wasn't heartless or cold, it did bother her that she made him depressed with her answer.

"You're not sure… that is always your answer April," Leo growled, catching April off guard.

Facing him April could see the anger in his eyes, something she never witness in him before.

That wasn't the only thing out of place about him.

Suddenly without warning, Leo had her pinned against the barn door hard, while his rage filled him, making his eyes cold and savage.

"Why?!" Leo barked demanding her to answer him with something more substantial than 'I don't know'.

Fear clawed at the young damsel throat, she wasn't sure what had come over Leo, she never heard the Hunter ever having a temper or acting in such a disgraceful manner.

"I just don't know what I want to do…" April whimpered in pain, feeling Leo's grip on her arms tighten, "Leo your hurting me!"

"Hurt? This hurts," Leo slammed her arms over her head, placing his beak to the side of her cheek.

"Leo stop this please," April cried in agony.

"No! Not until you give me a reason. Don't you know what I am offering you April?! I have been so patient with you? And what do I get in return?" Leo snarled whispering into her ear. "Nothing! Just you running away with your tail between your legs. Do you or don't you want to be my wife April? Don't you understand that time is the essence? How long do you think you can play this game? There are many women that would love to take your place, but my heart belongs to you... I can't wait forever April."

Feeling his grip loosen April didn't move, fighting the urge to flee, fearing it would just anger him more.

"Leo I'm sorry…"

Sighing Leo let go of her hands, taking a lock of her hair, inhaling her aroma, "April you are the most beautiful creature I have ever laid eyes on. I fear if I can't have you, you will fall victim to your family lineage …"

Taking a step back, Leo turned away from her sadly, "April, I will come to you again and ask. Yet alas, by the second night of the full moon before the blood moon, if your answer still filled with uncertainty, I will never ask again…"

Watching the Hunter taking his leave April stood there puzzled, he too mention about the blood moon, just like Raph did on the road before she entered the woods.

What was so important about this so called blood moon?