"What do you mean he's acting strange?!" Medusa question
Crona jumped at Medusa's rage as he struggled to explain the situation. He noticed Free was acting strange for a while now. It was hard to explain, but it seemed like he was completely happy. Crona began to wonder if telling Medusa was a good idea… It would mean giving Medusa something to destroy and Crona wasn't sure if he could deal with destroying another's happiness. In the end Crona made and excuse and said he was probably overacting. He and Medusa then stop talking as classes were about to start.
Medusa in the meantime was furious. She hope that Crona had answers to the why Free hasn't report in forever. Though it would seem Crona was just as lost as she was. Raging, she stomped her way to her lab in hopes to come up with something. If she lost Free as a minion then she possibly lost her only way in getting the outsider. There was no way Crona would be able to pull the stunt off alone. Medusa grumbled before grabbing scraps of paper and began to write down her options. If Free was out of the equation then she needed to find a new plan.
Eruka took a peek and saw Medusa writing things down and grumbling. She wondered if it had to do with Free's lack of activity. Eruka only hoped her werewolf friend was alright. After all he was in the hand of DWMA. She could only imagine what they were doing to him. Eruka flinched when she heard Medusa yell in frustration. The snake then got up in her chair and stomped into her room, giving no heed to Eruka.
"Of all times this had to happen…"
Medusa never expected Free to suddenly disobey her, let alone ditch her. He seemed the most loyal out of him and Eruka. He never disobey an order and was willing to go through the extra mile to ensure victory of her cause, even if it was to repay his debt to her for releasing him. She sighed before rubbing her temples.
"It seems you're in a bit of a pickle."
Medusa's gaze turned to the face a man standing before her. It was none other than Noah. She glared before pinning him down with her snake vectors. Noah hardly struggled as Medusa stood above him.
"What are you doing here?!"
Noah only smile before dusting some of the dust that landed on his jacket. He was shocked that the snake witch didn't notice him sooner. He wasn't exactly trying to hide from her. Then again she looked like her mind was off elsewhere.
"Oh, I was just checking on my favorite witch. Though it seem I've came at a bad time."
"Cut the crap and tell me what you really want!"
Noah chuckled at Medusa's fast wit. It was true he wasn't here on a simple check up. Then again they weren't really close to begin with. So he decided to get to the point of his little visit.
"I came to offer my assistance." Noah smiled
Medusa glared before kicking Noah in the side. There was no way in hell this maggot was here to help. If anything he was here for something. Noah clenched as pain in his side began to throb. Oh how abusive this snake can be. Noah tried to ignore the pain before continuing.
"Of course my help isn't free… How about we make a deal instead?"
"There's nothing you can offer! Now get out before I decide to kill you!"
"I could persuade your pet to come back…"
Noah's offer stopped Medusa for a moment as she knelt down closer to him. She's always been able to hear lies from truth. Noah could be an awful good actor or actually telling the truth. Though with her current situation she decided to see what this wanna be warlock had in mind. Noah felt all the snake vectors release him as he was forced to sit up.
"How can you possibly do to bring Free back in line?"
Noah smile turned into a grin as he got up to his feet. He had to be honest as he never thought this intelligent witch would accept any offer.
"I'll convince your pet to come back in any means necessary. In return we share the outsider."
"Like fucking hell I would!"
"Now, now I only mean you let me take a look at her."
"Why on death's bed would I let you do that?!"
"Let's say I'm curious. I want to see what this girl is and see if she's a possible threat to my collection. I can't have someone like her destroying what's mine."
Medusa only paused before remembering the kishin. It's been a while now that thing of madness was released. It was then that Noah and Arachne began to surface. She found it hilarious that her sister didn't realize this warlock was only using her. It didn't matter as she hoped to use him to get what she wants.
"Fine, but if she is, I'll be sure to keep her away from it."
Noah smile widen as he held out his hand. Medusa grumbled before shaking the filthy hand before her. With that Noah bowed and began to take his leave, most likely going to fulfill his end of the bargain. Medusa could only hope that she didn't make a mistake.
~.
Meanwhile Free sat across from Nygus as she began to check on his vitals. It wasn't much of a conversation as Nygus kindly ask for him to take off his shirt and turn around. He complied and felt cold metal stethoscope on his back.
"Can you take a deep breath for me?"
Free inhaled and slowly exhaled as he felt the stethoscope move to another part of his back. It repeated for a while before she began checking through the chest.
"You seem to be doing fine now that you've gotten some rest." Nygus smiled
"Hrm…" Free scuffed
"May I ask what cause this to happen?"
Nygus paused as Free wonder if he should tell her. She was a doctor after all… Maybe she could tell him what's been happening… Then again she's part of the DWMA. People he would much rather avoid. Though she didn't seem all that horrible and was only concern.
"I won't force it out of you, but it's not recommended to hold it all in." Nygus commented
Free thought for a moment before taking hold of his shirt and putting it back on.
"To be perfectly honest… I don't know myself…" Free admitted
"Do you know when it started?" Nygus asked
After a few minutes Free explain what happen between him and Kagome. He then began to explain his sudden urge to hurt any man who dared talk to her. Then after a whole hour he tried to explain what he's been feeling inside, the aching in his chest and the sudden warm that would hit his cheeks whenever she smiled his direction. Nygus listen and was writing everything down. Finally, when Free finished explaining she put her pen down.
"It would seem you've fallen in love."
Free looked up at Nygus, who tenderly smiled at him. What could possible make her think he was in love? Was he even capable in feeling it? He never had, but read about in ancient lore and novels back before prison. Most full of them showed couples cuddling and kissing. Completely in bliss as they live their lives together. Free couldn't believe that he was feeling the same emotion. Love makes you loony and make you want to cuddle and do crazy stupid shit. Never in his life did her ever want to go through that. Nygus noticed Free's denial as she sighed.
"Free, you're in love. Why is that so hard to see?" Nygus added
"I can't be! I hate her fucking gut!" Free yelled, "She's the one who dragged me here! She's the one who forced me to work here! She's the one who took my freedom away!", Nygus remained silent as Free's rage continue, "She's been nothing but trouble since the day we met! She's caused nothing but misery!"
"Do you really believe that?" Nygus asked
Free flinched at Nygus words. Yes, Kagome dragged him into this hell hole. She even forced him against his will. Yet, a part of him doesn't hate her for it. As much as he wants to he can't. She was more part of his life and he can't imagine it without her. His time with Kagome was a bit bumpy, but he enjoys the friendship they share. The times they spend together, the missions they do together. Just being near her made him happy and content. Free looked up at Nygus who smiled at him.
"Then why does it hurt so much?"
~.
After the check up Kagome finally came in and pick Free up. They went on with their business, but Free could only wonder… Does Kagome feel the same way? Free stopped walking and Kagome turned around, looking at him with a confuse face. Free could feel himself getting embarrassed as his cheeks burning up. He began to wonder what Kagome's answer would be. Would she feel the same way or not? After a moment the fear of rejection grew to deep and he settled with one thing.
"Promise me that you stay the way you are..."
"Free, what are you talking about?"
"Just promise me alright..."
Kagome blinked as she saw Free's face grow redder. She chuckled before walking up to him and taking hold of his hand. Their eyes met as she gently tugged him to follow her. Free refused to budge as he waited for her to promise him. He wasn't going to move until she promised him.
"Ok, but you better promise me that you'll take better care of yourself."
"Deal."
chp 9 end
A/N: I'm finally finish with chp 9! OMG this one took me forever... Ok excuse time. I was busy with school and I'm currently working on a personal project so some of that is taking my time. I'm also an artist so I tend to draw more than I do write... So I apologize for this delay but I promise you that I haven't abandon this story. So anyway chp 10 coming up hopefully soon and I hope to see ya'll then. ENJOY
