Red (Raph x April) Part 14
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 brisk evening air was polluted by demonic howls, as the strongest men in the village kept up their guard watching the perimeter to make sure Raph didn't make another attempt to come back to spirit April away.
Leo assured the frighten damsel she was in good hands and for the first time in ages, the turtle had a new light around him, he was happy and relieved as if all the weight of the world wasn't on his shoulders anymore.
He had more a bounce to his step and kissed April on the cheek whenever he could.
Though their wedding had to be performed that night to end this curse, April was surprised on how the women in the village, on Leo's request, put together a wedding dress like no other.
It was stunning, and it made the maiden look like a princess in this small quaint country village.
Admiring it, twirling on the ball of her heel humming to herself, April never thought she would be wearing one as elegant as this.
The gown flowed around her, sparkling in the mirror that was before her.
Her reflection was a dream as the dream became imminent, making her come to the realization who she was marrying once again.
Stopping her dance, April only stared at herself, feeling the gaping hole inside her where her heart was.
This was the correct thing for her to do, right?
This was the right choice in this matter, not like another was available for her to grab for.
Sighing April slumped into a chair looking out of the window watching the evening sun, that would be setting within the hour and the blood moon will rise in its wake.
The moment was now upon her and there was no turning back.
"April it's time," Leo came in, turning red amazed at the sight of her wearing her gown, "Wow you're so beautiful."
"Thanks," April looked away, blushing.
"Are you ready to leave?" Leo coughed out stunned by her beauty.
With a nod, April smiled at him sweetly getting to her feet, allowing Leo to lead as she followed him, witnessing him tripping over his feet, which was very uncharacteristic of him, was he nervous?
Outside all prepped and ready for them was a wooden carriage, with a dozen men on horseback surrounding it.
"Leo do we really need so many men?" April asked, feeling awkward to have so many men on guard as, she took Leo's hand who escorted her inside the carriage.
"Unfortunately, yes April, the wolves will try to stop this union at all costs. The church that we have to marry in is very deep within the forest as I explained," Leo looked around wondering this would be enough. The wolf's numbers would be massive compare to his efforts of rounding up able bodies he could muster on short notice.
"I understand… Leo, are you not going to ride inside with me?" April watched Leo closed the door behind her, taking the front seat to steer the horses.
"Sorry April I want to make sure we both get there safe; this is the only way."
With a yah, Leo signaled the horses to ride on, leaving the quiet village that had its windows boarded up and peasants inside hiding in fear if this plan didn't pan out.
Holding onto the seat for dear life, April held her breath, feeling every bump and dirt hole that the carriage had to hit dead on, feeling woozy from this hellish ride.
She was at the point that she was willing to beg to walk or go ride a horse if that was even a possibility.
Sadly, at the moment she had no such choice, then to continue enduring this ride, as the party not even knee deep into the woods, were being chased by packs of wolves.
Anticipating such an event to play out, Leo was prepared, ordering the men to take their positions to assure the carriage a safe passage to the church.
The night sky became thick with the scent of blood.
Hearing the yelping of the wolves and screams of men, the clashing of teeth and metal, April wanted to shout at them all to stop, why did it have to be like this?
It didn't feel right that the wolves fighting the humans and vice versa.
Deep down, in her soul, she knew this was wrong, yet what could she do?
The only thing she can do now was to get to this church and marry Leo as soon as possible and bring this to an end!
"April we are almost there!" Leo yelled over his shoulder, as the wind picked up deafening the sounds of fighting behind them.
"Leo, then what?" April poked her head out, staring at the trees in dread, having the deja vu washed over her by this familiar landscape that passed by.
There were all dead, the trees were withering before her eyes, calling out to her, to help them?
Shivering from the sight she sat back down quickly, collecting her thoughts, while the carriage made a full stop.
"We are here April, what is next is we must get inside and have the priest marry us. Please, quickly," Leo gave April his hand, looking at her sideways not sure why she looked confused.
Stepping out of the carriage, April gasped, seeing the church from her nightmares.
It was real; in every detail too, then was her dream some form of omen, horrifying events that may pass?
Taking a step back April held onto her sides feeling overwhelmed, what if Leo was to kill her just like her dreams?
"April what's wrong?" Leo snapped the damsel out of her daze gently rubbing her cheek warmly.
Blinking wildly April kept the feelings and images to herself placing a fake smile on her lips, "It's nothing just cold feet that's all."
"I know this is sudden… But I promise you this will work, and you will never have to worry about the wolves ever again," Leo warmly took her hand leading her towards the church.
Following him, April flashed a look back in the direction of the fighting, experiencing a sickening feeling taking over her, "I hope so…" she whimpered to herself, "I can't stand seeing this continue…"
Safe within the walls of the old church, Leo with haste closed the doors behind them taking a deep breath, adjusting his sword that was still by his side.
April didn't feel much better with the broken pieces of her memories flashing before her eyes as she took in the décor of the church, noticing everything was so similar in detail to her dream.
It was uncanny how this building looked like the horrify place in her nightmare, though she swore, she never has been there in the past.
The only difference other than her being with Leo was the candles that were already alight and the priest at the end of the chapel waiting anxiously for them both.
The stress was permanently etched in his old withered wrinkled face. Sweat beaded over his brow as he cautiously kept an eye on the windows as if he feared something would just barge in there and tear him apart.
"Good father, are we ready?" Leo asked hastily, quickening his steps to reach the alter pulling April along with him.
"Yes, my son, are you two ready to be wed?" the priest looked April over hesitantly, gulping as he couldn't take his eyes off of her.
"Yes, good father, please we must make haste; time is an essence here," Leo stood there directing April to his side.
The little voice in her screamed at her, begging her to stop this; this wasn't right, it said, she shouldn't be here. She must be elsewhere!
"April?" Leo snapped her out of her trance, as the damsel looked at him flashing a weak smile.
"Sorry Leo, did you say something?" April paused, looking up at the large round window; it was coming the red moon. She could feel it...
"We are about to start," Leo gently placed his hand under her chin, guiding her eyes to meet with his, "It's going to be all over soon, please keep your eyes on me if you're nervous."
With a light chuckle, April placed her hand on top of his, "I think I'm not the only one apprehensive," she pointed out, feeling his hands were trembling.
He was trying to hide it, but it was clear as day to her, he was afraid too, he was feeling the reality of this… They were going to be married soon and there was no time for regrets.
Being this not a normal wedding that could be done in its own pace; the ceremony was rushed along, skipping any parts that were not vital to make the two married.
"Do you Leonardo take April as your wife," the priest asked.
"I do," Leo smiled brightly, warmly brushing April's cheek lovingly.
The priest then turned his attention to April, sighed under his breath, "Do you April take Leonardo as your husband?"
Biting her lip, April's mouth felt dry and not willing to work, seeing Leo's eyes staring at her, waiting for her to say she does.
Slowly, April opened her mouth, only to find she was unable to let the words out as the door to the church violently flung open.
"She does not!" Raph roared stumping into the church in a hot frenzy rage.
Instantly Leo stepped in front of April drawing his sword towards Raph, "What are you doing here?!"
"Stopping you from hurting her anymore with your deceptions! Dear BROTHER!"