A/N - First I would like to hope you guys had a great Christmas, and to a great 2019.
Next, I would like to thank Readinglover3 for the Follow, TatsuAFK for the Follow and Favourite and radbrad615 for the Favourite. It means a lot.
Elliana's POV
"The jobs done. You can have these back." Stomping my way to that bastard Mercury.
"What? I thought you'd want to keep my babies. Well they're not exactly mine. I stole them from this loser. Still I bet they packed a hell of a punch... Or a flash and then a bang."
"I don't give a shit Mercury, you can have them back." Groaning out. "Grr... I'm going back to my room. I just want to be left the fuck alone."
With that I stormed off back to my room, slamming the door shut and just punched the wall, cracking both the wall and my hand in the process.
"Ah! Damn it! Gods, Cinder is gonna kill me when she gets back... Ny, why did you make me do it?"
Nyreen's POV
Loud noises... Crying... Screaming... Ringing in my ear getting worse... What was that thing... Elliana had? It hurts... So much...
Urgh... I feel like I'm gonna throw up.
'Urgh!'
Scratch that... I felt like I... was gonna throw up... I hope... No one saw... Saw that...
"Ny-Ny."
I heard a voice, a lot quieter than the blaring ringing in my ears, but still caught my attention.
"Ny-Ny... Please help us!"
There it is again... Why does it sound so familiar?
"Mommy, Vel-Vel, Ny-Ny please help us! Ah-"
Wait... Is that Luke and Celestia? Why are they here? Why am I picking up on a lot of Grimm and people screaming?
Oh no... The train!
I have to help!
Alright Nyreen, just listen to the voices of Luke and Celestia, ignore that ringing in your ears and push forward for now and we'll try and find Blake and the others later.
Wait... where's my bow? And arrow? I can't feel them on my back.
Great... I guess its Maiden powers for the rest of today. Let's just hope no one sees me.
I somehow managed to push myself to my feet and took to the sky. Although slightly shaky and a lot of strength to push myself off the ground, it was worth it as I managed to identify where the two children were.
I don't think I have the strength to use my Semblance. Not with the way I am now. Okay ears don't fail me now, you're my last hope of getting out of this alive.
"Ny-Ny! Help!"
There it is Celestia's voice. I've got you two now.
That was when I heard a horrific roar, which only increased the pain in my ears.
Grimm! Ursa's and a Beowolf
I gritted my fangs.
Just keep on going Nyreen. Luke and Celestia need you, then you have to find the others. They'll need my help.
"No! S-Stay away!" Luke cried out as I heard the Ursa's and the Beowolf snarl.
"Ah!" I screamed thrusting frozen ice spikes into the Beowolf's head, killing it instantly.
'Roar'
Not so fast.
In an instant I made swords out of ice and killed the remaining Ursa's. Making them circle around me, before thrusting into the intended targets.
"Are you two all right?" I asked urgently.
"Ny-Ny!" They both cried out as they charged in to my chest.
"Shhhh... It's all right. I'm here now." I said comforting while rubbing their backs. "I'm gonna get you two out of here and back to your Mom."
I felt the two nod their heads into my chest.
Okay, Nyreen just one more stop then you can take these Grimm out. Just ignore that loud, dull, ringing... Just push through it.
"Come on, hold tightly to me." I said as I grabbed the two into my arms.
They squeezed tightly to my neck, just so they can hold on. Their grip was tight enough, so they wouldn't slip off. Almost too tight, but if it'll make them comfortable, I can sacrifice my comfort for theirs.
"You guys ready?" Feeling the two nod their heads into my chest.
"Okay, then. Hold on tight okay."
With that, the three of us took to the sky's with a few flaps of my wings.
This would've been a lot easier if there wasn't this constant ringing in my ears.
Just push onwards, Nyreen. Push onwards.
Wait... Who's that... Is that Ruby? I can barely pick up on someone other than the three of us...
Please be Ruby and the others.
"Ny-Ny? Are you alright?" I heard Luke mumble from my chest.
"Yeah, never felt better." I lied trying to keep the two calm.
"Then what's that icky red stuff coming out of your ears?" Celestia asked.
"It's nothing. I promise I'm alright. You two just concentrate on keeping your grip." I said as I couldn't help but wince a little.
"If you say so Ny-Ny... Ny-Ny! Look out!" Luke cried out, but I was too late to react as I felt a claw rip into my flesh on my back.
"Ah!" I recoiled in pain as the three of us were sent tumbling to the ground.
Though to avoid harm coming to Velvet's younger siblings, I had to twist my body. It worked, but the downside was, I took the brunt of the hard concrete when we crashed down.
"Argh!"
I gritted my teeth, as pain started to coarse through the open wound on my back. "Hah-haaa..." I whined as I tried to stand up.
Nope, that's not happening.
"H-Hey... Are you guys okay?" I asked shakily, trying my hardest to try and ignore the gouge of flesh ripped out of my back and the pain that comes with it.
"Y-Yeah." Luke answered.
"I think so." Came from Celestia.
Good... They're fine... I just have to get them out of this mess.
That was when I felt a strong gust of wind ripple near us, alongside an engine stopping as well as people's feet stomping on the ground.
Sounds like more students from Beacon got the message... I just hope they're not too late for the others...
Velvet's POV
The last of the Grimm had been cleared out, with help from Ruby and her team, her friends and Professor Goodwitch. We also managed to catch the criminal involved in this attack. Unfortunately, most of his White Fang cohorts managed to escape.
Though there were still two things that were bugging me. First where's Nyreen and why are the buildings covered in a thick layer of ice. Whatever its from, it protected the buildings from any damage, so that'll save on the cost for repairs. The hole where the train came out of the ground will still cost quite a lot, and I'm sure they'll be a few questions directed at Beacon, but those can wait.
For now, I just wanted to find Nyreen. Blake had found her bow and the remainder of the arrows she uses, as well as a pile of vomit and a small pool of blood. This worried us... A lot.
"Nyreen!" Blake called out, getting more worried as time went by without any sigh of her.
"Nyreen!" I shouted out, starting to lose hope.
Come on Ny... Please don't die, Ny. Please just a sign. Any sign, just so I know you're alright.
That was when something strange happened. The thick layer of ice protecting the buildings melted away, without leaving a trace of any ice or water.
What's going on?
Then I noticed a very familiar pair of long rabbit ears poked out from a small alleyway.
Are those...
It is!
Celestia...
Immediately, I took off towards the pair of ears, hoping for something. Anything...
I turned the corner of the alley and sure enough the Rabbit ears did belong to Celestia, but there was also Luke.
"Celestia, Luke... What are you guys doing here?"
"Vel-Vel!" The two gasped and run straight into my legs, hugging them.
"Hey, what's this for?" I asked, crouching down and pulling them closer.
"Come on. You need to help Ny-Ny." Luke said as him and Celesta pulled away, tugging my hands.
"Ny-Ny got hurt really bad." Celestia spoke urgently.
At that, I felt my heart break and tears started to threaten to fall down my eyes.
Nyreen's hurt!?
"Show me. I need to find her and make sure she's alright."
Both Luke and Celestia nodded their heads and pulled me along to when we found Nyreen lying against a wall hunched over. Beneath her was a large pool of blood.
"No no no no no no."
I leaped to her side, checking up on her. "Nyreen? Nyreen! Come on talk to me."
I felt her hand move and cover mine. "Hehhh... Yo-you-re al... alright. Good. I... I'm glad... Luke and Cel... Cel... Celestia found you."
Nyreen coughed up blood.
"Don't talk Ny... Just save your energy. I'm gonna get you out of here." I cried out as tears fell. "Besides, I still have a birthday gift for you."
"T-Take care of... Of... Of... Of Blake for me..."
"Don't talk like that... I'm getting you out of here and you can take care of her yourself." I scolded as I looked at Luke and Celestia.
"Come on, we're going to make sure Nyreen gets better." The two nodded their heads as I picked her up in my arms.
I ignored the liquid dripping down her back and staining my hands. I ignored the pain I felt in my foot after finishing off those last few Grimm. And I ignored the thoughts in my head, jumping to the worst-case scenario.
I just wanted to get Nyreen out of here.
Unfortunately, I forgot to notice the Beowolf that came charging at us from another alleyway.
"Ah!"
"V-Vel-Vel..."
Without even thinking, I felt Nyreen raise her left hand. Then something weird appeared. Four frozen solid swords appeared out of no-where and impaled the Grimm. Killing it instantly. With the Beowolf dead, Nyreen lowered her hand and the four frozen solid swords disappeared.
What was that? Did Nyreen do that?
"Vel-Vel, we need to go. Ny-Ny doesn't look so good." Luke said glancing at the lack of colour on Nyreen's face.
He's right. Those questions can come later. First, I need to get them out of here.
I shook my head, getting rid of those thoughts. We turned the corner of the alleyway and saw that it was all clear of Grimm.
"You two, stay close to me. The Gr-uh Monsters are gone, but I just don't want to take any chances with you guys so act as my lookouts."
"Okay." Both Luke and Celestia answered nodding their heads.
With that, we moved away from the alleyway and into the centre where the train impacted the city from the underground.
So far, so good. No Grimm. Coco and the others must have taken them all out. All that remained were Coco, Fox, Yatsu, most of Team RWBY and a few Police Officers to survey the damage.
"Let's go." I said as the three of us until we saw an equally anxious cat Faunus.
"Blake!" I called out to her.
She turned around and glanced at who I had in my arms. She looked mortified.
"NYREEN!" Blake screamed.
"No no no no no... Come on Nyreen... Say something!" Blake pleaded holding the deathly pale girl's hands.
Silence came from her, but there was still hope.
"Blake, she has a pulse, but she's fading by the minute. She has to get to a hospital and fast or else she'll..." I trailed off, glancing at two scared younger Faunus's.
"Is Ny-Ny going to be alright?" Celestia asked, nearly in tears.
Blake wiped her tears away and spoke with a comforting smile. "Of course, she is. I'm gonna take Nyreen to the hospital to help her get better as your big sister takes you home."
"But we want to be there for Ny-Ny!" Luke said.
"And you will, but I feel like today has you two worn out. I can imagine what Mom is gonna say." I said rubbing their heads.
"But I promise you guys, as soon as Nyreen is feeling better, Mom and I'll take you to see her. Then you can thank her for today."
"Okay..." Both Luke and Celestia pouted.
Had I known in what shape Ny would be in, I wouldn't have promised them.
Elliana's POV
"Argh!"
"Cinder I'm sorry. I'll do better next time. Just please stop." I screamed out as the flames from Cinder's hands got more intense as it spread throughout my body.
"I sent you to complete a job, but what did I find? A failure. Someone that couldn't get the job done. And how do we deal with failures? With a punishment."
The heat from Cinder's flames grew to an unbearable level.
"Agh! C-Cinder p-p-please... I-I'll do better n-next time. I promise. Just please stop!" I begged her.
Mom... Dad... Please help... I'm so sorry... Nyreen... Please help me.
...
...
...
Thankfully, either my parents, Nyreen or the gods must've heeded my plea, as Cinder mercilessly loosened the intensity of the flames heat.
"You're lucky you're a valuable asset. I will take pity you this one time. But fail me once more, and you won't be so lucky."
With that, Cinder exited the room, leaving me a broken mess.
"Clean yourself up. We're going out tonight." Cinder spoke.
I nodded my head immediately. "Yes, of course Cinder! Whatever you need. Just please don't leave me!"
Cinder didn't say a word, she just walked away.
As Cinder left, I couldn't help but think of the one person who should not forgive me, after everything I've done to her. All the punishment and harm I've caused her. I don't deserve to be worried about her, but as I stew in burned flesh and bone, I can't help but think about her well-being.
Please be alright Nyreen.
Nyreen's POV
"Ngh..."
My... My head is killing me... And so is my back... Where am I... Then it hit me.
Oh right, the Grimm attack right in the middle of Vale. I hope everyone's alright. Wasn't there more to it though? Why does everything feel a bit hazy. Gods why do I feel so weak.
"Ngh...! Nyreen... Are... Are you awake?" That voice sounded so familiar.
"Vel." I let out a sigh of relief. "Sorry if I woke you up."
"5 seconds after waking up and you're already apologising." Velvet snorted. "Don't ever change, Nyreen."
"Where am I? I don't remember much that happened."
"You're in a hospital. You got hurt, really bad defending Luke and Celestia. They said you were taking them to Mom after you killed 'a big scary monster'. Thanks to you they're fine and resting with Mom."
"Good... I'm glad they're alright." I mumbled out as I tried to sit up in the bed, but a sharp spike of pain in my back, not to mention the growing headache, stopped that from happening.
"Careful, you're still hurt!" Velvet warned pushing me back down on the bed.
"Argh! Why does my back hurt so much?" I cried out.
"A Grimm's talons sliced at your back when you were carrying Luke and Celestia, a Nevermore's talons. The cut was deep, so the doctor had to stitch it back together, so no moving. The doctor gave Blake and I strict instructions to keep you laying down."
"Umm... Blake too? Where is she? I can't pick up on her."
"Weiss and Yang had to drag her back to the dorm to get some sleep. She's been up for two days straight, worrying about you. She said she would drop back later today."
Sorry Blake...
"What time is it anyway?"
Velvet yawned. "Hmm... Half 2 in the morning."
"What!? Ah! Ow... Sorry, I forgot don't move around." I winced as the pain in my back started to flare up again. "I should've let you sleep. Gods know how long you've been here. I'm sorry Velvet."
"Again, with the apologising. You saved the lives of my little Brother and Sister. I can afford a little less sleep."
Still... I can't help but feel bad about this. If I was more careful then maybe I wouldn't be here and back at my dorm room sleeping through this.
"Why don't you get some sleep. You'll feel a lot better after you've had some rest."
"But what about you. It can't be comfortable sleeping in a chair."
"Not to worry. Coco brought me a pillow and a blanket, so I'm alright. Though, Blake lent me a couple of her books, so if you're up for it, want me to read a few."
"Yes please." I nodded my head and just rested as Velvet's velvety voice carried me away to a dream world.
Velvet's POV
In total, three days had passed since the incident at Vale and a whole day since Nyreen had awakened. The doctors still were keeping Nyreen in for the next couple of days, just to monitor her injuries, especially the wound on her back.
Though to make her feel better the doctors had allowed people to visit, providing of course to not overexert herself.
With this news, Nyreen asked if it was okay, if Mom, Luke and Celestia visited first just so my two siblings are not worrying about me.
Of course, I leapt at the chance to have them visit as it would put my mind at ease, and pretty much theirs too.
With one phone call on my scroll, Mom agreed and within hours the three arrived at Nyreen's hospital room.
"Ny-Ny!" Luke and Celestia yelled out with tears in their eyes, running into both of her arms.
The loud cry's obviously, causing her discomfort and pain, but she didn't comment on it.
"Hey, you two. It's nice to know you're both alright." Nyreen smiled, as she rubbed their heads, comforting.
"They have you to thank for that." Mom said as she sat down on a chair. "As do I, in fact I owe you everything."
"No, you don't. I was just doing my job. Well what I'm training to do anyway." Nyreen said.
"Vel, why don't you and the little ones go and get something from the vending machines." Mom said.
I looked at her and without saying anything else, I knew what this was about. This wasn't a request, it was a statement. One that I can't refuse.
I nodded my head at Mom, then turned to Luke and Celestia. "Come on you two. I think I remember seeing snacks earlier."
My two younger siblings were not moving, however. "It's alright. I'll be right here by the time you guys get back."
This time Luke and Celestia looked at each and then Nyreen. They then glanced at Mom and I and nodded their heads. I then took their hands into mine.
"Let's go and see all the yummy sweets."
Nyreen's POV
With Velvet, Luke and Celestia hunting down snacks to chow down on, it just left Miss Scarlatina and I alone.
"Looks like the little ones have grown attached to you." Velvet's Mom spoke as soon as the door clicked shut.
"To be fair, it's kinda hard not to. They're just so cute."
"For the past couple of days, you're all they could talk about to their friends. How you swooped in and took care of the 'scary monster's'."
I sighed, listening to Miss Scarlatina retell stories of her children bragging to their friends. "And I bet they're leaving out the part that I got myself hurt and lost my weapon. Some huntress I turned out to be."
"Don't talk about yourself like that. You saved the lives of my Luke and Celestia and probably many more by taking out some of those... Things. And yeah, you did get hurt, but have you known a great huntsman who didn't get hurt once or twice. Even the most skilled huntsman gets hurt, though I'm surprised it took you this long especially with those daggers of yours."
What? Daggers?
"Daggers?"
"Yeah, Luke and Celestia you got rid of one of those creatures. I think Celestia said they looked like they were frozen solid."
But that's not possible. Unless I... Then that means Velvet saw my... No no no no no no... She can't know. If word gets out about my Maiden Powers, then who knows what could happen to everyone.
...
...
...
I have to tell the Professor and Glynda... They'll know what to do.
"Is something wrong Nyreen? Did I say something bad?" Velvet's Mom asked.
I carefully shook my head. "N-No... Of course not. Your daughter must have better eye sight than I thought, if she managed to see my weapons."
She chuckled. "That little one notices the weirdest things."
"I bet." I smiled.
The two of us then settled into a quiet silence. That was until I felt something vibrate next to me.
Is that Velvet's scroll?
"Hmm... Miss Scarlatina, could you get that for me. I fear, if I do it, Velvet would throw a fit."
She chuckled. "Of course. Now let's see here... It looks like it's from someone called Blake Belladonna. One of your friends, I'm guessing."
I nodded my head happily. "Yeah, she's like a sister to me."
"She's one of your friends from the White Fang, isn't she?" Miss Scarlatina asked, with a touch of worry in her voice.
"Yeah, but she's left that life behind her."
"If she's anything like you, then I'll trust her."
"Thank you... It means a lot that you trust me."
"Well you did save the lives of my Luke and Celestia, so I think I can indulge you with my trust. Plus, I think Vel would throw a fit if I weren't nice to you, especially after all what you've done for us."
That sent us both into a fit of giggles. "I'm sure Velvet wouldn't mind if I reply to your friend. ...There we go. Your friend said she's bringing the others with her this afternoon. I'm guessing this room is going to get a lot fuller."
"You can say that. Our group of friends are... Different than what you might expect. A good different though."
"If they're friends with you, then I can see why."
Then we heard a knock on the door leading in to my temporary room. I tried to pick up who it was, but to no avail.
Turns out I didn't need to as I felt small hands rush to my chest again.
"See I told you I would be here when you got back." I spoke softly, rubbing the rabbit ears and the long hair belonging to Celestia.
Then I heard the footsteps of Velvet and Luke approach the room. "Hey, Ny-Ny look what I've got?"
"Well I can't see, but if I had to guess... Hmm... Some chocolate?"
Luke giggled. "Heh heh heh... Nope Vel-Vel noticed that in one of the food machines was Cel's and mine favourite thing to eat. Here try one and guess what it is."
I held out my hand and felt it over. It was round, but thin and long.
Hmm... If it's something Luke and Celestia like, then it narrows it down to a few things. It would narrow it down further if Velvet likes it too.
I tried a bit of it.
Hmm, whatever it is it tastes really good, crunchy too.
"This taste good. What is it?"
"Nah ah, you have to guess what it is." Luke complained.
"If she hasn't had it before, how is Ny-Ny supposed to know what it is?" Celestia mumbled out still hugging tightly to my chest.
"Oh yeah... I guess you're right. " Luke spoke. "Can I tell her Vel-Vel? Can I? Can I?" Luke begged.
"Of course." Velvet answered.
"Yay! Velvet found yummy carrots for us." "Luke said excitedly.
Heh... Of course. They're rabbit Faunus after all. I'm not sure the gods had carrots in mind for a vampire bat Faunus. Still it's tasty. I wonder if Mama tried it?
I heard Velvet's Scroll vibrate again on the table next to me.
"Oh, must be a message from Coco. Hmmm... Let's see here. Huh, there's a reply to Blake. Mom did you do this?!"
Velvet's Mom quickly retorted. "I don't know what you're talking about. Maybe it was your girlfriend." Miss Scarlatina spoke fainting ignorance.
"Hey!" I chimed in.
"Mom, Ny can't see. How is she supposed to know what was sent?"
"Well you guys have those Semblances. Her's might be that she can see." Velvet's Mom continued with her teasing.
"Mine is Spatial awareness. So unfortunately, sight isn't a part of that, though I really wish it was. I would give anything just to see your faces."
"Nyreen..." I heard Velvet mumble out as she held on to my free hand.
"Ny-Ny..." Came from both Luke and Celestia.
I shook my head. "It doesn't matter. Who needs to know what you guys actually look like. I've spent my life so far blind, so I'll spend the rest of it blind."
"It would mean a lot to you, won't it?" Miss Scarlatina asked.
I nodded my head, then I felt Velvet squeeze my free hand. "More than anything. Still it's impossible to change it, so there's no point thinking about it."
I spoke which then plunged us all into silence.
Great job, Nyreen. Really cheering everyone up after the attack on Vale.
"Anyway, why are you being so protective of your message?" Velvet's Mom asked breaking the silence.
"Yeah, it's kinda weird Vel. Is it from someone we know? Should I be jealous." I teased.
"Stop it, you." Velvet punched my arm. "And it was a private message between friends, so keep your eyes off, Mom."
"Okay, Okay I get it. Come on you two. It's time to open up today. I bet there's gonna be a lot of hungry people waiting for us." Velvet's Mom spoke as I heard the chair she was sitting in creak as she got up.
"Awww! But I want to stay longer." Both of Velvet's siblings cried out.
"The restaurant isn't gonna open itself, and Nyreen needs to rest." Oriana spoke, much to the younger two's disappointment.
"I promise, when I get out and I'm feeling better, I'll come and visit." I said rubbing their heads. "But only if you're good for your Mom and do everything she says"
"Okay." The two eventually agreed.
Soon, I felt two bodies hug both sides of me. Luke on my right, and Celestia on my left.
"Get better soon, alright Ny-Ny." Luke pleaded as he squeezed tightly to my chest.
"Yeah... Please get better Nyreen." Celestia said as she squeezed my left side of my chest.
I felt the two climb down from the bed, as their footsteps walked towards their Mom.
"Don't worry you two, with Doctor Velvet here, I'm sure I'll be back to normal soon." I teased, which caused them to laugh, but also earned me another dig in my arm.
"Quiet you. I'll call as soon as the real doctor drops by to give Ny her check-up."
"Got it." Velvet's Mom said. "You get better, Nyreen. I have to show my appreciation somehow for saving my little ones. And I'm not gonna take no for an answer."
I guess I don't have a choice in the matter.
I just nod my head, not wanting to receive the wrath from the older woman.
"I'll make sure she gets her rest, Mom." Velvet spoke squeezing my hand.
"Good. And just because one of you is hurt, I don't want to find out you two have been doing you-know-what." Oriana said as she glanced at Luke and Celestia, her hands resting on their heads.
Our cheeks immediately heated up.
"I... I... We... Haven't..." Velvet mumbled out looking away from both her Mom and me.
"Gets better every time." Velvet's Mom burst out laughing. "Come on you two, let's go and get everything set up."
"Okay, Mama." They both answered. "Goodbye Ny-Ny." With that they left the hospital room leaving just myself and Velvet alone.
"Soooo... what do you want to do now?" I asked as I squeezed one of Velvet's hands.
"We're doing nothing. You're the one that's resting and as your girlfriend it's my job to make sure you're rested and fully healed. So that means you're stopping in this bed until the doctor says otherwise." Velvet ordered, with all trace of jokes vanishing from her face. Instead I met the serious side of Velvet.
I slowly nodded my head. "Y-Yes Velvet."
"Good. It's nice to see you can follow orders." I then felt Velvet's breath inch closer to my left ear. "I'll keep that in mind the next time we're alone together."
Immediately, I felt my cheeks heat up. To make matters even more embarrassing, I felt her press her lips to mine. My heart sent racing. She tried to pull away, but I managed to catch her jacket and pushed my lips back on to hers. She didn't pull away this time and melted in to the kiss. Her hands reaching up and cupping my cheeks, while mine trailed up towards her back. Velvet then pulled away.
"That's a little something to encourage you to get better. For now, though, why don't you rest up. Blake and the others will be over in a couple of hours and I can guarantee that they'll be excited to see you."
I chuckled "I bet. I guess I could use some shut-eye, though I think I'm not the only one that's exhausted."
"You're not wrong, I am a bit tired, but you need it more. I can sacrifice a few hours of sleep just to make sure you're comfortable."
"And I won't be able to sleep until I know you're alright. Completely alright." I patted the space on the bed next to me. "Come on, I'll move along a bit so there should be some space."
"Ny... I-I can't. I don't want to end up hurting you."
"I'll be fine, Vel. Trust me on this."
Velvet sighed. "I do trust you... If I hear you wince even once, then I'm getting up. Got that?"
I smiled gleefully. "Crystal clear, Vel." I said as I carefully moved further along to the right of my bed, almost to the very edge of the bed. Enough space for Velvet to rest on.
In the next moment, I felt the left side of the bed shake and a bit of pressure press against my chest.
"Is this alright?" Velvet asked as I felt her wrap her hand around my right shoulder.
"Perfect." I said happily, sighing in contempt.
A few minutes passed, before I heard Velvet sob and I felt her curl further into me.
"Vel, what's wrong?" I asked concerned.
"It's nothing, just that I thought I was gonna lose you. "I was so scared. Seeing you, with blood coming out of your mouth, lying in a pool of it. I lost all hope. Blake looked worse, because of her ties to the White she's probably had to do thing she wasn't proud of, but seeing you gravely hurt must have really hit home that what we do has consequences for our actions."
"But I'm here now, alive and well, thanks to you and the little ones." I said squeezing her hand.
Velvet held my hand and brought it up to her face. "I promise Vel, I won't leave you again."
"I'll hold you to it." Velvet said sighing with contempt into my chest.
"Hey Nyreen, can I ask you something?"
I nodded my head. "Of course, what is it?"
"Well this might sound strange at first but hear me out."
"Go ahead Vel, I'm listening." I said rubbing her arm.
"Okay... During the Grimm attack on Vale, the houses and shops were covered in a thick layer of ice."
Oh no...
"When the Grimm were all but wiped out, the ice covering the buildings melted away."
She knows...
But how...
"Then when I found you with Luke and Cel, a Beowolf tried to attack us. Then an ice sword impaled the Grimm in the back."
An ice sword?
Gods...
"I saw you lower your hand, then the ice sword disappeared. I know this might sound strange to hear, but can you like control ice or something?" Velvet finished.
She needs to know the truth...
She deserves the truth...
But gods...
I let out a heavy sigh.
Gods, this is gonna be hard, for the both of us.
Here goes...
"Velvet... There's something you should know about me... That I've been keeping a secret."