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Ch. 7
"What was the condition?" she stated simply as they arrived at the door.
"That I fight someone…" he said back when she opened the door.
"Yet what is your answer?" to that he didn't reply only looked around his new cell. It was bigger than the last one with a chair and some animal skin that served as a bed.
"You do realize he can grant that to you. As long as you are willing to do as he asked."
"Yea? What did he promise you?" the Nephilim turned around and looked at her.
This time, she was quiet for a minute before turning around and removing the top of her outfit.
Slightly taken back by the action, he quickly understood what she wanted to show.
"Y-You… I thought that was forbidden!" he almost shouted.
"You… lost someone as well didn't you? Just like your sister?" Lyle tilted her head slightly and looked at him with sadness.
"…I can not really say it was the same…" he mumbled and turned his head away from her.
"Unlike my brothers and sister, I never had a real chance to connect with anyone…" he turned back at her and was stunned to see her crying.
"W-Why are you crying?" he uttered, confused at what he did.
"Y-You… you poor little bear… and the little dove… the wolf and raven as well… you've all gone through so much…"
"…Why do you care?"
"I'm… not sure… But I have a soft spot for broken and hurt things…"
"Then help us…" he whispered and she looked at him, straight in the eyes.
"What do you mean? Of course I have to. Otherwise-" the chimera found the situation hilarious but couldn't help but be confused.
"Otherwise you won't be back to a 'normal chimera'? Who told ya that? That master of yours? Have you tried to find someone else?"
"Of course I have! But everyone I've asked either wanted to do more experiments or just reject! I had no other choice!" Victor jumped to his feet and looked at the Horseman, who didn't move a muscle.
"Clearly you haven't asked any Angel. I know someone that's pretty good at alchemy. Helping you wouldn't be a problem for him."
"W-Why…?"
"I got my reasons. Just get me down from here! I'm getting a cramp!"
"What… what do you want from me?" she asked her voice finally back. She didn't drink because of what he said, but because she knew her body was immune to all poisons.
"Now, now… This is about you and what you want," Tynan chuckled.
"You're… the master Lyle was talking about!" her eyes opened wide as she stood up.
"Calm down, I'm not going to harm you… Please, sit back," he gestured to the chair.
Eyeing him, she slowly sat back, but kept her guard up. No matter what, this man couldn't be trusted.
"Hmm, yes… He was killed… Such a tragedy…" he whispered as he looked the Nephilim in the eyes. She froze in the spot, unable to understand how he knew that. He couldn't read mines… could he?
"As I am sure Lyle told you, I can bring him back… The way he was before he died. Yes, he will be whole, not some 'undead' abomination you have seen."
"H-How… how do you know that? About him…" she tried to hide it, but her voice was shaking.
"I know everything about the four of you… So tell me… do you wish to see him again?" he smiled so gently, the Horsewoman thought she was dreaming.
"You understand now Pale rider? I have nowhere else to go…" she whispered.
Death was still staring at her back, where he saw… no… where he should have seen a pair of white wings, but… now there was nothing. Only two large wounds that served as a reminder at what she used to be.
"And yes, it is forbidden now, however it was the worst punishment an Angel could be given… much worse than death…" she put the top back on and turned around.
"My name is Ari, but I was known as Catherine before. I received this, because I let a family of Demons, innocent children and a single mother, get away… My comrades found out and exiled me..."
"Then why are you here? Are there not better places for you to go?"
"I owe my life to master Tynan. He was the one that saved me, when my own kin banished me from Heaven. He found me and gave me a purpose to live on…"
The Reaper clenched his fists and locked his jaw. She was only being used…
"I'm sure you are wondering what my power is…" she suddenly spoke.
"The thought has crossed my mind…"
"I can change the fate of whoever I wish… with the exception of myself."
"I am trying to help you… all of you… this is the best way… I know it might seem cruel and wrong, but the master will help you," she smiled at him and War couldn't help but feel pity for her.
A few seconds later, the door opened and Ciel walked in, with Yin and Yang trailing behind. They carried Chaoseater, as it was too big for any single of them.
"What are you doing with my blade?" the rider almost yelled but then saw they placed it on the ground before him.
"Looks like our master's offer is here."
"Gain your freedom."
"And anything else you wish."
"By joining the master."
"A simple thing for anything you desire."
Victor stood and stared at the Horseman, his whole body shaking with… what did he feel? Anger? Hatred? No… confusion.
"You're lying!" he hissed finally.
"Yea, I figured you'd say that," Strife sighed.
"Then why did you suggest it?"
"'Cause I wanted to see what ya'd do. But seriously, I'm getting' a cramp chained like this. Just trade this with Death's old one will ya?"
"Touch 'im and the masta'll 'ave your hand fo' that Vic," another voice warned as the door creaked and Hitoku entered the room.
"You odda go out for a bit. I'll 'ake ova," the portal user came down and put a hand on the fellow chimera. Nodding, Victor left the cell.
"You do not need to shoulder that entire burden. Leave this awful life behind and start anew. With the one you love so much…" he leaned in closer and closer, until he was inches away from her face.
He looked deeply into her eyes, before his own eyes glowed a light blue. "Move on… you needn't suffer any longer…" he whispered in her ear.
"W…What of my brothers?"
"They will be given the same offer as you… if they chose to accept, wonderful and if they do not…" he trailed off, eyes still glowing as she couldn't look away.
She bit her lip and made a choice. "…What must I do?"
"Change fate? What do you mean?"
"You recall how Victor demolished the roof above you two?" when he nodded she continued: "I was able to change his fate, so he was not there at that moment, but behind you. It takes much of my energy, and the wounds will be felt when it wears off, however not shown. This works only if they are still alive after the attack. With Hitoku, it was a close call."
He didn't speak as she finished, only clenched his fist harder. But then, he released it and took a deep breath.
"Tell your master I've made my choice… Oh and one more thing," he whispered.
"Join you? Why would I do that?" the Horseman frowned. His arms ached to wield the great sword again.
"Have you not been lied you whole life?"
"Did your breather not treat you as a 'weaker' member?"
"The master has offered you everything you have never had."
War remained silent and only glared at the two. Yes, what they said was true, but he wasn't sure if trusting them was a good idea. In the end, he nodded.
"This is what is required of you…"
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