This War of Mine: Apocalypse:
Season 2
Next chapter of my crossover story, enjoy.
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Disclaimer: I don't own Walking Dead, This War of Mine or its characters.
Episode 6 Part 2
Misha bit his lip as he looked at the clothes left for him, pair of blue boxers, jeans, a grey T-shirt and black sneakers, then at the running shower.
'I should thank Sergei for giving me those clothes, I...' He shuddered and began to undress, mortified. 'Mara said it wasn't my fault but, I still...I can't believe I peed myself, I'm ten, not a baby...'
Finally getting into the shower he began cleaning himself and tried to relax, but winced as he recalled his spanking, and the water hit him there.
'Ow...it still hurts, and the water, it...I feel so stupid...' He thought sadly.
He blushed as he recalled the glimpse he caught in the mirror of his bright red buttocks but tried to take his mind off it as he finished cleaning himself up and then got out the shower, drying himself and pulling on the new clothes. With a shaky breath he opened the door where Mara stood, waiting for him to finish, just as she said she would. She gave him a warm, comforting smile. Inwardly she's still heartbroken and distraught over what Misha had gone through, but she knew she needed to be strong for him. She reached out to stroke his cheek.
"There we are, those look like they fit. Why don't we get you something to eat really quick and then we'll settle into bed?" She said softly, before adding. "We get to sleep in a real bed tonight."
He smiled at that, replying. "Yeah."
Mara then remembered something.
She reached into her pocket and pulled something out.
"Here, you dropped these." She said gently.
Misha gasped, seeing it was his heart and scarf, he gently took them from Mara and hugged them close to him.
"I...Thank you." He choked out. "I...they're all I have left of, of mom and dad. They got them for me for my birthday last year."
Mara smiled gently and helped him pull the hat back on, draping his scarf around his shoulders. Mara then took his hand and began to lead him into the dining room, where she found Anton had fixed them food. Mara quickly set up a plate of what she assumes was his first hot meal in a long time. Misha smiled and began to eat while Mara sat nearby, making sure he was alright. She and the others had already ate, so it was only Misha that needed to eat. As he ate, some of the others entered. Mara, who had been stroking his hair and watching him eat, paused, looking up at them. She was worried Misha would be overwhelmed.
"How are you doing Misha?" Niko asked gently.
Misha managed a tremulous smile. "...Better."
Mara reached out to stroke Misha's hands protectively. She gave Niko a knowing look. What Misha had gone through was going to require some recovery, the others needed to understand that. Misha wasn't ready to be back to his old self just yet.
Niko nodded, understanding.
Misha then, upon seeing him, smiled and spoke. "Thanks for the clothes Sergei."
Sergei smiled in return.
Mara nodded. "Yes, thank you, that was very kind of you."
Mara looked to the others, all crowded around the table. She turned back to Misha.
"Will you be ok by yourself for a minute?" She asked, anxiously. "I just need to talk to Niko and everyone really quick."
Misha bit his lip, but then nodded. Mara gave him a tender kiss on his forehead and left the dining room, leading the others to a room out of earshot.
Mara then asked Niko. "How...how much did you tell them?"
"Only that we saved him, and that creep was trying to take advantage of him." Niko explained quietly.
Mara nodded. Tears began to fill her eyes.
Mara sighed. "He's been gone for a while now, I...I don't know what all was done to him...all I saw was that...that sick man on top of him...he had Misha all bound and gagged in a sickening way."
She paused, trying to control her breathing. The others listened, shocked at what they are hearing. Mara took a deep breath, composing herself.
"He's not ready to be himself yet, he's going to need some time to recover...I just want you guys to be aware." She explained. "He's still very distraught over what happened, poor baby just clung to me the whole ride back...just please don't overwhelm him, he needs some time to heal."
The others all nodded, still taking this in, unseen, Eli rolled his eyes.
Mara nodded back, relieved that everyone seemed to have Misha's best interest at heart. She was thankful to have such a supportive group.
"Thank you guys for understanding." She said at last.
As the others dispersed, Mara turned and headed back to the dining room. Misha had finished eating and looked up as she entered, smiling, happy to see her.
Mara smiled too. "Hey sweetie, ready for bed?"
Misha stood up, nodding and replied. "Yeah."
Mara smiled wider and took his hand, leading him to their room.
End of chapter, hope you enjoyed it, read and review please.
