Chapter 7: A Sight for Sore Eyes
Steve's P.O.V
I sat there in pain for what seemed like hours, coughing up blood now and then. One of the prisoners helped me and got me against the wall.
Prisoner: Who are you?
Steve: -struggles to talk- S-Steve... *cough*
Prisoner: Well Steve your one lucky man you know that?
Steve: -grins showing bloody teeth-
Prioner: You sure did take one hell of a beating. -starts wiping the blood off Steve's face with a rag- The man's name is Kano.
Steve: *Moans in pain*
Prisoner: The boss, he's the one who runs this whole operation.
I sat there and did nothing but listen, I was too beaten up to talk.
Prisoner: Here drink this, -Uncorks a bottle and tips it- it's some medicine I stole from the guards.
I took a swig and recoiled on the awful medicinal taste. I felt a burning sensation on the inside my body, it went from a red hot sensation to a soothing chill. Whatever was in that drink certainly did the trick, my body was healing for sure.
Prisoner: It'll take a while for you to be on your feet again, rest up.
I looked over and saw that the sun was setting, I only hoped no one came to look for me. My strength came back instantly and I was able to stand on my own. I looked around and saw women holding their children closely, most of the men were broken. Most lost hope and fear filled their eyes.
My mind was blank, all I could think of was me putting Kano's head on a pike. Seeing how much these people were suffering fueled my anger. I looked over and saw two guards coming this way, they pulled me out and placed a bag over my head. I didn't know where I was going but all I knew was this is my chance to get Kano.
Rosa's P.O.V
I needed to act before it's too late. I made my way to the gate where I was met with even more thugs. Getting through them was a cake walk, no struggle at all. I race to where I saw the master but he wasn't there. I looked at the cage full of people and saw that they were frightened of me.
Rosa: No need to be afraid, I'm a friend. I'm just trying to find my master.
Prisoner: Y-You mean Steve? T-They took him to the arena; they're going to see if he s-survives their tests.
Rosa: I need to save him, can you help me save him?
Prisoner: Just r-release us and we'll help you.
I look over to a building and saw it was filled with weapons, I punched the lock and broke it.
Rosa: Now go, arm yourselves! -Watches as the prisoners race towards the building- Just hold in there master, I'm coming.
Steve's P.O.V
When they took the bag off my head I was in a huge arena. It was surrounded by men cheering.
Crowd: Kill him! Make him beg for mercy! Fight!
They threw me in and locked the cage, I looked up and saw Kano watching me. What is this, was I there entertainment? I thought. The cage on the far side of the arena opened and a huge spider come crawling out.
Steve: A spider... great.
I was going to have to fight this thing, I scurried around the cage for a weapon of some sort. There were eaten carcases everywhere, beside one was a stone sword. It wasn't the best but it'll do. Problem is that this spider isn't like the others, it looked mutated. It rushed at me and I quickly jumped out of the way.
Steve: Damn this thing is fast, I can't take this thing head on.
I ran trying to get some distance from it; I started to climb the cage and it followed me. I jumped on to a balcony just right above it, the spider was right below me. Now was my chance, I jumped down right onto its back and began to stab its eyes. It hissed and growled in pain as I stabbed it repeatedly.
It collapsed and with one fatal blow I took its head clean off. The crowed began to scream furiously, I looked up and saw Kano flipping his shit. They all expected me to die but turns out I was just too damn good.
Steve: Hehe, what's wrong Kano! You mad? Your little pet ain't got shit on me! -Walks over and picks up it's severed head- Awww she's so adorable!
Kano: You little bastard! Release the hoard!
I looked over and saw the gate open again, this time hundreds of zombies came charging in to get me. The crowd began to scream and shout. This time I was dead for sure, I climbed the cage again and jumped on the same balcony overlooking the arena. The hoard circled at the bottom waiting for me to come down.
I just sat there at the top thinking how I was supposed to fight them? It's one against a thousand, the odds weren't fair. It was suicide to think I could take them all on. I looked over and saw the crowd laughing at me. I didn't know what to do if I go down, I was for sure be eaten alive.
I took a minute to think and suddenly I heard I crowd screaming. Looked over and saw a massive wave of people attack the slavers.
Kano: What's going on?! Who let the slaves free?!
I noticed a tall iron figure in the crowd.
Steve: Rosa? Is that you?
Rosa P.O.V
15 Minutes Earlier
I helped the women and children escape safely as the men armed themselves. I met up with them as they were burning the huts and freeing everyone else. These thugs didn't stand a chance against us, the prisoners stormed the camp and slew every single thug that stood in are way. I followed them until we reached the arena.
With full force I bashed in the doors and we stormed the building. I looked over and saw master was surrounded by monsters. I slowly made my way to him, killing every slaver in my way. I could tell we've caught them by surprise, they barely stood a chance against us.
Lucky master was okay, he climb to safety as we fought. I looked over and saw him staring at me. I could tell he was shocked; I needed to find a way to get him out of there. I found the entrance and pried it open with my bare hands. I raced in and all the monsters rushed to me, even though I was stronger than them they were still too much. Then out of nowhere master came rushing in...
Steve: I'm not letting you fight alone Rosa!
I quickly snapped out of it and watched his back. The hoard came rushing at us both and we barely held our own. Master slashed and cut his way to victory, I didn't do bad myself. There was nothing but blood and body parts everywhere. After the aftermath, all the carnage and devastation was replaced with loud cheering and celebration from the prisoners. We did it, we beat them all!
Steve: Rosa, you came to help me.
Rosa: Of course I did, you were in trouble. When I promise to protect the village I also promised to protect you too. Your not hurt are you?
Steve: … -Sigh- No I'm not, but I did break my sword though. -Discards the broken hilt and picks up a iron dagger- This will do I guess.
Rosa: -Smiles-
Steve: Let's go home, I think we've over stayed our visit.
Rosa: I agree this place stinks... no really it does. -hold her nose-
We've both started to laugh and make our way out.
Kano: Where the hell do you think you're going?
-To Be Continued-