Chapter 21: What Monster Truly Means
[Get up you cry baby] came a teasing voice from the door way. You froze, muscles tightening yet again. You knew this voice. But no way should this person even know about the Abbey. [It's very good that you even remembered the exact room that you were tortured] the voice continued. Your eyes widened in shock. {How do they know this!} you questioned yourself as you just stared at the floor. {Only Tala knows about this... Adam doesn't even know!} you screamed to yourself. Just then the sound of footsteps met your ears. They were slowly walking towards you. You stiffened out of habit expecting to be struck.[You probably could never forget a room where your blood pooled and stained the walls. Even after all this time, the colour has not faded.] they continued to talk as they walked even closer to you. [And what a large pool it must have been with you being beat day in and day out. Did that ever break your sprit? No I don't believe it did.]. You couldn't take much more of this. You just had to know if this voice did belong to the face you pictured it with. Slowly you turned to see if your guess was correct. Your eyes widened when you saw the person standing just ten feet away and still coming closer. The person walking towards you was none other grandmother.
*Tala's POV*
You side glanced Bryan as he continued to curse Meg for taking his bike. [Do you know why she would have left?] you questioned cutting Bryan off mid-sentence. Everyone went quiet and turned to look at you. No one had thought of it. Even though it should have been very strange to everyone that a person they practically had to drag out of bed every day, gets up in the middle of the morning and leaves. [I'll call her] said Devin as he pulled out his phone. Pressing and holding the number four he dialled Meg's cell. After his fifth attempt to get her he finally said, [She's not answering] worry clear in his voice. [I'm going after her] you said as you grabbed your black helmet and bike keys. [Why? She'll be back when she wants to be.] said Kali who was use to Meg just running off at times. [Cause something's wrong] answered Jess as she just stared out the window. For a minute you just stared at Jess. You knew she was Meg's best friend and close to her, but you had never seen her worried about Meg. Not like this. [And how do you know that something's wrong?] Kali asked Jess clearly pissed. After a couple silent minutes Jess answered [She would have answered her phone or shut if off if everything was fine]. After hearing that you continued your walk to the garage door. You were sure now that something was truly wrong with Meg. And you had a feeling that if you didn't get to her fast something terrible was going to happen to her. [Where are you going to go?] Adam asked you as he walked down the stairs, sleep still in his eyes. You threw him a helmet and Spencer's keys. [I have an idea of where she is] you said. Adam just nodded the sleep disappearing from his eyes and followed.
*With You*
[What are you doing here?] you hissed as you took a step back. Your grandmother just smirked and took a step forward. Yet again you took another step back. She just smirked and continued to walk forward. You matched everyone of her steps with one back. Just then your back suddenly hit the wall. The cold stone sending a chill down your back. You were trapped. There was no where to run. And nothing could protect you from this bitch. [Why you looked so frightened Meg] your grandmother said with a smirk plastered on her face. You said nothing. What was there to say? A deep feeling of fear washed over you, yet you had no clue where it was coming from. You knew you were stronger then this, but you just couldn't shake the fear rising within you. This was a fear you have never felt before. It consumed you. Almost paralyzed you. But you could think of nothing that should be causing this great sense of fear. Could it be your grandmother causing this fear? Or was something worse going on here? Something you truly didn't want to find out.[So you have no questions for me?] she cooed reaching her hand out towards you. You cringed as she placed her long sharp fingernails on your cheek. [Am I frightening?] she murmured in your ear sending a wave of chills through your body. She was now so close you could feel her breath on the back of your neck making your hairs stand on end. A shiver went down your spine. {Something's wrong! Shakaku! I need him!} you thought your eyes darting for and exit. The strong need for Shakaku consumed you even more then the fear. You finally found what could be an exit. All you had to do was knock your grandmother down and run to the door. {Just how do I distract her...?} you thought your eyes focused on the door. [Not-a-a] your grandmother said as she gripped your chin and forced your wondering eyes to look at her. [Your little dark angel will not be able to save you now] she hissed her nails digging into your skin. Defiantly you stared into her eyes. Something just wasn't right here. What is so wrong here? [So you want to know what's going on around here] she said slipping her nails under your chin. Your eyes widened. How does she know all this? Can she somehow read your mind? [I'll show you.] she could feel the sudden pain in your jaw into your throat as she pressed her nails deep into your skin. She then pulled you towards the door. [I just brought you here as a reminder. You were never going to stay here. What a pity I can't though.] she said with a sad sigh as she passed corridor after corridor. [Ah, here it is] she said satisfied as she pushed open a door. She then shoved you inside. You landed in a heap on the floor. For a moment you lied motionless on the floor just waiting for your muscles to regain some strength. Slowly you pulled yourself to your knees. But you froze once you saw the sight that was in front of there chained to the wall was Shakaku and Raikou . A pool of blood had gathered on the floor from the many open wounds on their bodies. You were horrified. They looked so weak. {How long have they been here?} you questioned as you stared at Shakaku with wide eyes. Shakaku looked at you with sorrow in his eyes. [I've let you down] he whispered. You opened your mouth to say something, but your grandmother cut you off. [Not even your dark angel can save you now]. Slowly you turned to look at her. But there was something different about her eyes. They looked faded and dull. {What is going on?} you thought as you whipped your head back to your dark angel, your dark protector. Just then the door closed locking you, Shakaku, Raikou , and the darkness in. [Ask them. If they think you can handle it, you'll know.]. And with that, a hollow silence filled the space.
*With Tala and Adam*
The bikes skidded to a stop as they had reached their destination. [Tala?] questioned Adam as he just stared at the metal gate right in front of them. [Huh?] was all Tala said as he walked over to the gate. [What are we doing here?] Adam asked running his hand through his hair as he looked at the stone building behind the gate. A chill ran through his spine. No way in hell did he ever expect to see this place again. Just then Tala started to walk towards a bush on the side of the gate. But Adam was getting impatient. [Tala! Why are we at the Abbey!] Adam screamed dropping his hands to the sides and gripping them into fists. Tala just walked into the bush not answering the question. Adam's eyes followed his every move waiting for the answer. Finally it was enough and he gave an exasperated sigh. Quickly he turned and gripped Spencer's bike. [I don't know what planet you live on Tala. But we are suppose to be finding my sister. She's the one you love if you cant remember] Adam hissed about to start his bike up. But before he could turn the key, Tala pulled a bike out of the bush. [It's Bryan's. Meg's inside] Tala said a smug look on his face. Adam just stared dumbfounded. But soon he was smirking. [Guess you are just right for her] he said getting off the bike and walking towards Tala. Tala just smirked at the comment. [Now... How do we get in?] Adam asked. [Why you climb] said a voice from behind them both. Quickly both boys turned to see who it was. [Chris? What are you doing here?] asked Adam. Chris just smirked. [I wanted to help find my cousin] he answered as he walked towards the gate. He ran his hand over the deadbolt that now locked them out. [So... Who wants to climb first?] he asked looking at the other two. They looked at each other. Then without a word Tala walked towards that gate and started to climb up. Adam and Chris soon followed.*With You*
[This sucks] you sighed as you leaned your back against the wall by the door. You brought your hand up and felt your chin. Warm blood oozed onto your hand. {Great... Just great...} you thought as you whipped the sticky liquid onto your jeans. {Guess it's a good thing I don't really like these jeans} you thought as your eyes scanned the room. But you could see nothing. The room was pitch black. At the moment you couldn't even see a hand in front of your face. The steady breathing across the room made you wonder if Shakaku and Raikou where asleep. Your heart started to pound as your sleep deprived mind started to slip back into the dream that was your torture earlier. You had to stop it.[Who is the woman with a scar?] you asked just trying to keep awake. You could hear a sigh from across the room. It was Shakaku. [Do you really want to hear this story?] Shakaku asked aggravation clearly in his voice. [Does it include me?] you growled resting your forehead on your knee. Another sigh. [Kind of] he answered skipping around the fact. [Just tell the damn story] you hissed now resting your head on the wall behind you. [Fine][Do you remember Diablo?] asked Shakaku. A sigh escaped your mouth. [How could I forget?] you stated as you closed your eyes. Shakaku sighed as well. [Then you know that he was controlled by someone] he went on. [Mhmm] you mumbled now wanting to go to sleep. Well without the nightmares. [Well the person that was his controller his name was Meian. And he was around when we were first created.] Shakaku said heavily. This peeked your interest. You knew that Shakaku and Raikou were created thousands of years ago by an ancient civilization. Slowly you opened your eyes and just stared at the darkness around you. But one thing nagged you. {Why didn't they just tell me this the last time they told the damn story!}. [I was created out of the darkness in the world as Raikou was created out of the light of the world. Our purpose is to protect the Earth with its two greatest powers. But there was someone else created as well. He was suppose to be a mix of dark and light. And since he was a mix of the two powers, he was never going to be as strong as us. Soon the people who had created us, lost respect for him and in time completely forgot about him as a protector. Outraged he decided he would come up with a new way to have more power. He would combine man and bit-beasts. And with his army of human combined bit-beasts he's going to defeat and kill us. Then he would be unstoppable and one day control the world.] and with that Shakaku stopped. At this point you had no clue if that was the whole story or not, but again you didn't really care. You just wanted to get out of this dark room and get these damn nightmares out of your head. You had a feeling that you were needed somewhere else. And now. Taking a deep breath you stood up. Slowly you started to walk over towards where you remembered the door to be. Your fingers brushed past the knob as you felt along the wall. {Now... Just how do I open the door?} you asked yourself deep in thought.[Are you having nightmares?] came Raikou's voice from across the room. You froze. [Why are you asking?] you growled turning your head in the direction of her voice. [You're remembering your experience with the first human combined bit-beast. She has tried to kill you in her beast state once before] she said. Your eyes widened. It was a memory you were reliving. But what does this all mean? [Can you describe us your dream?] Shakaku asked. Running a hand through your hair you thought of a good place to start. [I was running. Someone was chasing me. I was in the forest and every turn I would take they would get faster. Finally I reached the city. I stubbed my toe on the pavement and fell on the ground. Looking back I could finally see who was running after me. They had a mask covering there eyes and a scar on their forehead.] you said simply, bored, just telling the basic details. [Do you remember how old you were?] asked Raikou. [She was four] Shakaku answered for you. Not that you knew the answer.[We have to get out of here] Raikou said urgently. Your eyes darted back towards them. Or at least where you thought they were. [Can you guys get yourself out? I'm by the door.] you asked as you want back to work on the door. But just then you felt a hand on your shoulder. [We'll get the door] came Shakaku's voice close to your ear. You were puzzled at how they got free. But at the moment that didn't really matter. [Have at it] you said taking a step back. Suddenly a bright light flashed into the room. And as quickly as it came, it was gone. Looking at the door you could see that it was now open. Raikou just smirked at your look. [Come. We have to get somewhere and fast.] she said as she quickly darted out of the room. Just then you looked over at Shakaku. He bent down motioning for you to get on his back. You did as you were scenery flew by in blurs. Shakaku and Raikou were running at top speed. Something major must be wrong. Soon you stopped in front of giant doors. They were as high as the ceiling. Silently you jumped off of Shakaku's back. A strong sense of evil was waiting behind those and Raikou each grabbed a door and pushed. All you could do was stand back and watch. You didn't want the doors to open. The sense of fear and evil grew with every inch the door opened. A wave of dizziness hit you as the door finally opened. Your eyes unfocused and you went toppling towards the floor. Quickly Shakaku rushed over and caught you. [The power maybe too much for you to handle] he said gravely. Raikou stood next to him. Worry was clear in her eyes as she stared down at you. [I'll be fine] you said as you pushed yourself to stand. But just then a strong pain erupted on your back. You grunted in pain as you sank to the floor. Raikou and Shakaku stood back as you curled into a little ball. [Why is this happening already?] you could hear Shakaku whisper before the pain became to much and your ears blocked off all sound and you unwillingly let out a a few minutes the pain had dulled and you could now stand. But something felt wrong. Looking down you could see that you were wearing baggy black pants that faded into a gray which in turn faded into crimson. And to top that off a black and silver corset was your top. Then around your waist was two Sais. [Why... Why am I dressed the way I was when I was combined with you?] you asked your eyes not leaving your pants for you didn't want to know if you yet again had a pair of black bat wings coming from your back. [You are to help us fight.] was Shakaku's answer. Slowly you turned to look at him. [Oh yippee.] you said sarcastically as you noticed that yes you did have the wings. [Please come in now. You have wasted enough of my time] came a voice within the room. Your eyes shifted towards the door. [Oh I'm so sorry. I should have gotten over my pain faster to not keep you waiting] you hissed as you walked towards the door. Shakaku and Raikou slowly followed you. [Well at least her old attitude came back...] said Shakaku as he shook his as you walked into the room you froze. It was a large place type room. A single chair meant for a king was at the top of many stairs. The walls were covered in silver and gold fabrics. But this isn't what made you freeze. At the bottom of the stairs was a chained Tala. Blood was dripping from his mouth and it looked as if cuts covered his arms. The sleeves were ripped off of his jacket and it looked like dog bite marks were all over his right arm. At the moment he was unconscious. Your heart twisted and you felt cold. [Tala...] you said softly as you ran towards him. As you got closer you could see that bruising was forming on his arm and before you could even get halfway to Tala's broken body, a fierce dog jumped out in front of you. But at the moment you could have cared less. You didn't make a move to stop. You were going to run full force into this dog. Just as you were going to get bit in the leg someone grabbed you and pulled you back. [You never think things through] came a voice in your ear. But it wasn't Shakaku or Raikou. Although you did know who it was. [Adam?] you questioned as you saw your brother step in front of you protectively. He too had changed to how he looked when he was combined with Dawn. Now he was wearing a yellow see through button down shirt and white pants. His hair had blond tips that faded to silver where yours were red tips that faded to silver. A katana was at his belt.[My, my how nice of you to join me] came a voice from the top of the stairs. Slowly you shifted your gaze to see just who it was. Your blood boiled as you saw that it was none other then your grandmother. [You did this to Tala?] you screamed as Adam held you back from charging. She laughed and walked down the stairs slowly. She stopped right next to Tala. Her hand rested on his cheek. [GET OFF OF HIM!] you screamed as you fought with your brother to let you go. [It's a sham he picked a girl like you to love. He was as cold as ice, he could have gotten someone better] she said as he finger traced patterns on his skin. Still you were fighting with Adam to let you go. [Oh well. He'll die with you.] she said as she stood and walked into the centre of the room. [You're a bitch] Adam sneered as he gripped you even tighter. This infuriated you. All you wanted to do was beat the shit out of this lady. [But I'm not your grandmother] she said a large smirk forming on her lips. This made you stop struggling and Adam let you go. [What do you mean?] Adam asked. You both just stared in wonder as she began to laugh uncontrollable. [Why I'm a monster] she whispered as she brought her hands up to her face. And to your horror she started to rip her flesh away.