OK, I'm sure you could tell that in my last update I was a little rushed and unorganized...Please forgive me...I've been rather busy seeing as it was my Birthday on the 7th and I've been running around with family. So, to make up for the shortness of my last chapter, and it's untidiness I'm going to make this as long as I can...sure it will take me longer to type, But I'll manage!
Note: I'm leaving for Las Vegas tomorrow. and I don't know if any of my family have computers...So, just in case, I'm bringing my floppy...If there aren't any, then sad to say, this is the last update till I come back, which will be in 2 weeks. TT
Ok, now, I'm sure many of you are wondering just HOW Bakura escaped...well, sorry...You won't find out till next chapter...and JoBear...They'll be together soon!
WOOT! Chapter 20!
Chapter 20
Pay the price:
Avila slipped pass the guards unnoticed. She was like a ghost in the night, wandering the dark alleys looking for a place to rest.
'She will pay!'
Avila placed her hand over the sword that sat gently on her hip, waiting to draw the blood of her pray. Malik and Kuni didn't know she had left, which was a good thing, because they would have stopped her.
She knew she had to be careful in her condition, her carrying Bakura's babe and all. She would never forgive herself if she lost the child, but this was something she had to do.
She would not be able to rest until Josana paid for what she had done. She had caused the death of Bakura and the beating that Avila had received.
Avila slipped into the brightly lit room that she assumed was Josana's. She glanced around, looking for the dark haired slut.
"Mistress?" a voice called out, coming close to Avila. Avila shoved herself into the dark corner, pressing herself into its surface. A trick she had not used in ages. She closed her eyes and prayed to Ra that her talent had not been forgotten.
Her prayers were answered as the Nubian slave slowly walked passed her hiding spot. Avila waited till the girl left the room before letting out a long and heavy sigh.
"It appears that Josana isn't in right now...But I think I'll wait for her..." She tugged off her cloak and flung it over a stool, then casually sat down on one of the colorful plush pillows.
"Well, it looks like Josana is enjoying her rich life..." Avila plucked a fig off a nearby table and took a greedy bite from it. "I won't mind waiting here for her...not at all..." Avila gave a light laugh, and then shoved the fig into her mouth again.
Avila didn't have to wait long. The doors flew open and in stormed a flushed, yet tired looking Josana. She didn't notice Avila at first, lounging around and mindlessly eating figs, until Avila began to hum. She was humming the funeral march, smiling to herself as she could see Josana's face pale out of the corner of her eye.
"Well, Josana...why don't you sit? Make yourself comfortable. Eat, drink and be merry...until I kill you." Avila looked up slyly, still smiling that dark and evil smile. A smile that she had seen Bakura wear often.
Josana turned on her heal and darted for the doors. But Avila was too quick. She jumped to her feet and slammed the door shut before she could open it fully.
"Aw...come on Josana...let's just have some fun, shall we?" Avila gripped Josana's arm and dragged her backwards. Josana began to wiggle violently, tearing at Avila's death grip with her fingers.
"Let me go!" She shouted, trying to plant her feet into the ground. Avila just laughed and drew her arm back to punch the disobedient wench.
"This is called payback Josana...you know what you did. And you knew this would happen!" Avila flung the girl to the floor and harshly placed her foot on her chest. "You are nothing but pure evil! You caused nothing but problems...it makes you wonder Josana...what your purpose in life is!" Josana stared up at Avila with wide eyes. "What are you going to do with me? Surely you will not kill me...that would be too cruel and heartless..."
Avila gave a snort and unsheathed her blade. "I'm surprised you think so kindly of me Josana...Don't you know? I'm the Queen of Thieves!" Avila raised her weapon high, using both her hands. "No!" The Nubian slave screamed behind her. The girl flung herself at Avila, knocking her over and causing her to drop her sword.
"Damn wench!" Avila cursed as she caught herself with her outstretched arms. Josana quickly jumped to her feet and grabbed Avila's weapon. She didn't waste anytime, by pointing it at Avila's upturned back. "Get up slowly, or I shall slay you here and now..." Josana said in a shaky voice. Avila froze and slowly looked over her shoulder at the woman holding her and her child at her mercy.
"Get up!" Josana commanded again, applying more pressure to the blade. Avila gritted her teeth and slowly crawled to her knees, then stood. She raised her head high and proud, and stared into Josana's eyes.
"You wouldn't do it...you don't know how to..." Avila whispered, sure of what she said.
"How would you know? You don't know what I'm willing and not willing to do!" Josana shrieked, as she held the now shaking blade with two hands. Avila smiled as she watched the blade's tip shake. "I'll give you a chance Josana...hand over the sword now and I will give you a ten second head start...If you don't, then I will take it by force..." Avila grinned suddenly and took a step forward. "And I will kill you on the spot." Josana took a step back, her eyes wide in fright, and her body noticeably shaking.
Avila took another step forward, her smile becoming bigger. Josana took another step back, her teeth chattering like crazy and her skin paling noticeably.
"Don't do it, M'lady!" The Nubian slave called from the floor. Avila had forgotten all about the girl. She turned to glare at her, giving her the best bone chilling stare she could muster. The girl clamped her mouth shut and bit down on her lower lip. Avila smiled smugly then turned to face Josana again. "Now...hand it over."
Avila could feel herself growing weak with sickness, and knew if she didn't finish the job soon, she would end up being sick in the corner. And it didn't help any that Josana was just now finding her courage.
"The Pharaoh will find you and have you killed! That I am sure of!" Josana spat, gripping the hilt of the sword with determination.
"Ah, then Bakura will take his revenge out on him..." Avila could feel her head becoming fuzzy, and her hands grow clammy. She needed to finish her off and return to Malik and Kuni. Avila, not knowing how to handle the wench, decided to wing it.
"You know Josana...I'm not that patient...If you don't hand over the sword now, I will take it from you and slice your throat. And that is a promise." Avila could see the girls fear jump into her eyes, causing Avila to smile in satisfaction.
"Are you going to be a good girl and hand it over?" Avila asked, tilting her head to the side, not to study the girl, but to calm her aching head. She wasn't going to let Josana know that she was weak at the moment. She could take advantage of her weakness and kill her on the spot. She was only holding a weapon at Avila. Even though she didn't know how to wield it right, she could still cause damage, damage that Avila couldn't afford in her condition.
To Avila's surprise, Josana dropped the blade to the floor and stood there shaking. Avila felt relief flood through her body. She was glad she didn't have to wrestle with the dunce. It saved her time, considering she was about the hurl at any moment.
Avila took a deep swallow, forcing down her sickness, determined to look strong in the eyes of her victim. Josana was going to die, but she was not going to die thinking that her murderer was weak and pathetic. No, she would learn to fear her name and dwell on it in hell.
Avila moved quickly, considering her condition. Bending low and retrieving the blade. Josana's eyes widened in fright and she did the first thing that came to mind. She ran.
Avila gave a groan of displeasure.
"Damn it Josana...I was going to give you a head start!"
"Avi, I have some food...You hungr-" Kuni cut herself short as she stared inside the empty room. "MALIK!" She screamed, dropping the bowel of soup she had been holding. Malik rushed into the room, blade drawn and ready.
"No! Put that away...you'll hurt yourself. Look!" She pointed to the window that sat wide open and the warm breeze that moved the curtains.
"Damn!" Malik muttered under his breath, reseathing his sword and then running his hands through his hair. "I bet Bakura didn't have to go through this." Malik gave a heavy sigh then turned on his heels. "I know where she's going and I need to go after her...She'll kill herself!" Kuni cried behind him, rushing after his retreating form. Malik instantly turned around, a dark look in his lavender eyes. "You will not leave this hut! You understand me? Tell me...where Josana is residing!"
Kuni took a step back, trying to give herself room from the tomb guardian's fierce face.
"Malik...please...let me go..." She pleaded, fear apparent in her voice as she stared up at him with watery eyes. Malik didn't even hesitate. "No! You stay here where it is safe...I go alone."
Kuni looked down at her feet and gave a sob. Malik gave an irritated sigh then pushed her chin up.
"I...I don't want anything happening to you...understand? Please...just tell me." he whispered. Kuni stared up at him, trying to read his words and emotions. His eyes held something, something she couldn't read. Something she had never seen before.
Avila kicked open the doors and stumbled a little. She grew weaker and weaker with every passing moment. Josana was rushing down the halls, shoving into servants and decorative vases. Glass flew in ever direction, digging into Avila's sandals as she briskly followed after her.
"Josana! Make this easier on yourself and just let me kill you!" Avila barked, growing tired of the game already. Sure, it would have been fun, for someone who wasn't pregnant.
Avila placed a protective hand over her stomach. "Please child...be strong with mommy and keep the sickness down." Avila pleaded, shoving open another door that Josana had flung shut. Avila gave a groan as she watched Josana rip open the front door. Guards and who knows what else waited out side. Avila knew she had to finish the job now, or she would be caught. Something she vowed that would never happen again. She raised her groggy head then rushed forward, determined not to let Josana get away.
She managed to catch hold of Josana's robe and pull her back, causing her to scream in fear. "Death awaits you Josana!" Avila raised her blade into the air, wanting to end the chase then and there.
"No!" Josana screamed, trying to wiggle away. In doing so, Avila's grip on her robe loosened, causing Josana to fall backwards, down the hundred or so stone steps. Avila watched as the figure thumped it's way down the steps, crashing to a halt as it reached the bottom.
Avila didn't have to even check to know that the girl was dead. No one could have survived. And if she had, her injuries would kill her. Avila seethed her sword then fell backwards into the wall. Her breathing became labored and her face beaded with sweat. She need to escape now, but she felt like her body was too numb.
"Child...please..." She muttered, knowing that she was about to slip into darkness. Her eyes began to blur and her feet unstable.
"No! I won't let this happen." Out of the corner of her eye she watched a shadow draw near. She pushed herself off the wall, only to fall to her knees, trying her best to crawl away.
"Get...Away..." she whispered, before she fell forward into darkness.
Ech, too lazy to review this...so there might be some spelling errors or mess ups...so...ya...sorry!
Cataracta: Yes, I know…Writers black sucks…that and siblings! Especially when they fight with you over the computer!
JoBear: Yes, Avila should be putting her baby first, but its one of those things she has to do…and I would never let anything happen to her baby…thankfully not to many people know about it, otherwise they could so use that against her…
And Avila and Bakura will meet up again soon…and when they do…heh heh…you know what's going down! (Snickers)
Red Rose Yuki: He spawned his enemies! (Snickers) that would be very interesting…and now that I think about it…how many kids do ya think he has!
Thank you for liking my oh so wonderful story! It is the best because I said so and because I have a big ego! XP
Phersule: I wanted to add a touch of funniness! XD I mean, how do they remember all their concubines? He must have tons! And then not to mention all of his children by them… "Hello number 2589…oh wait…no you're 2490…sorry, you all look like me." Wonderful, isn't he?
KayanaWheeler: I thought I was dead too…until I woke up and realized it was just a dream! XP But no, I've been running around and I've been super busy…ech…
DieHardRebel: Spank you very mucho!
Lady of perfection: You'll find out what they'll do when Bakura gets back…(snicker) Oh boy, will they be celebrating! And thank you!
Onigirl: YAY I know! XD… I was going to send to a sneak peek but my computer freaked out on me…so, you get a free one next chapter…ok?
Gothic-ember: I was crying too! TT…I'm updating as fast as I can! Work with me!
DarkBird: Yay! New readers! Here's a cookie! (Throws a cookie at you)