Hiya everyone, I'm so proud! Chapter 8 is actually up and the storyline is moving along. Hopefully I can finish this story before I go away to Mississauga for my mini-vacation…hopefully. Well, some of you might hate me for what I'm gonna do in this chapter…but oh well!
Disclaimer: I do not own any characters that have appeared on Charmed. It's kinda sad, actually.
Leo and I were shocked into silence at this revelation, but it made sense. If Michael was able to take Zach's singing talent and then use it…could he do the same with his powers?
Zach let out a frustrated yell,
"Urg, which demon could've done this? And why me?" I realized I hadn't told them about Michael Ruth yet, which could put us all in danger.
"There's this weird kid at school, he kinda just appeared and everyone just assumed he had been a loner before. Anyway, he approached your band, Zach, and asked to fill the spot of your lead singer. When they auditioned, I went to watch for this English assignment, and he sounded just like you!"
Zach frowned deeply and stood up, " That kid must've stolen my voice, and now my powers?" He took a hesitant step forward, but then almost immediately lost his balance.
"Sit back down, Zach." Said Leo, helping him to the bench. " If this guy's got your powers, and maybe the powers of other witches, he's too dangerous to go after now. I'll orb you two back to the Manor, and then the sisters will work on finding this demon."
Zach shook his head, "There's no reason for him to come after me now, if he's got my voice and my powers…what more can he want?"
Leo was about to open his mouth and protest, and a voice behind us interrupted. "Funny you should ask, Zachary." We all turned to face the voice, but I knew who it was right away. It was the same boy/demon that had wooed the entire school with a voice that wasn't even his.
And that, was totally uncool.
I stood facing Michael Ruth himself, but Leo quickly moved to grab both Zach and I to orb back to the Manor. The orbing sensation was just beginning when Michael flicked a wrist and sent Leo flying back. My breath caught in my throat, but then I realized that Leo could probably heal himself if hurt.
"Hey, that's my power!" Said Zach, standing up from the bench. His dizziness was forgotten and he seemed to be recovering…but still, he was powerless. The gravity of the situation hit me. It was me, the amateur witch, against a demon with countless stolen powers. Indeed, this wasn't looking good for the home team.
"Zach, stay back!" I yelled, stepping forward and making a circling motion with my finger. I had to try, at least until Leo recovered. The winds around us shifted, what had started out as a soft, warm breeze was increased ten-fold. Within seconds, a mini twister had developed with Michael right in the middle of it. Leaves and branches joined the fray, and the trees bent inwards towards us.
"Leo!" I yelled, already feeling rather drained, and Michael was straining against his prison of winds, that was for sure. Suddenly, I felt an unknown power throw me back, I soared through the air for a few seconds and then violently hit a tree, the whole thing left me winded and dazed. As quickly as they had started, the winds dropped, leaving Michael to walk freely. He looked frazzled and messy, but nevertheless unharmed.
"What an interesting power." He said, with a sly smile in my direction. "I'll have to further explore it later." The look he sent me was enough to make my blood boil. I grunted and attempted to stand and give him a good, old-fashioned, non-magical butt whooping. Unfortunately, once again I felt an unknown power hold me in place against the tree. Looking to my left I saw Leo in a similar situation, the look he gave me was helpless.
"Now Zachary," Michael said, in a mocking tone of voice. "You were just wondering what more I could want from you. It's rather simple actually. You see, I'm a demon, no surprise there really, and I can steal talents from mortals…but more importantly, powers from witches. However, the only way I can keep these powers is by…well, killing you. It's an unfortunate business, but like I said, I'm demon and I really couldn't care less. So without further ado…"
Michael held up one hand, and Zach's hands instantly went to his throat. I let out an involuntary scream, hoping someone was near enough to hear. But it was no use; the area around us was thoroughly deserted. I looked over at Leo hopefully, but the only thing he could do was struggle in vain against whatever was holding us back.
"Zach!" I yelled out, watching him struggle with the invisible hands around his throat. He turned a slight shade of blue, and then stopped moving as his strength slipped away. I was struggling now too, with a burst of power I made the tree I was pinned to bend back and snap using only the power of wind, and desperation. I ran towards Michael, but was too late as he shimmered out, giving me one last wink.
I turned and watched as Leo was also set free, he ran to Zach, who had collapsed onto the grass. The healing light glowed under his hands again, but this time nothing happened. We waited a good minute, each second passed with my heat beating faster and faster. Finally, Leo gave up.
"I can't heal the dead, Kitty." He said quietly, the sorrow in his eyes clearly showed, it wasn't everyday that he lost a charge. I stood there, numb for feelings. I closed my eyes, but no tears came. Oh no, it wasn't time for tears now; it wouldn't be time until that damned Michael Ruth was dead and in hell, where he belonged.
"Come on," Leo whispered to me. "We'll go back to the Manor and get the sisters. Then we'll go after Michael." I nodded and he took my hands, the sensation of orbing overtook me as I cast one more look over the dead body of Zachary Bellevue.
Hahahaha, I actually killed off a character. Now, I know I shouldn't be so happy, but I feel so in control! Heh, better be sure I don't get drunk with power or something. Well, I'm sure you want that sweet sweet revenge! Pressing the Review button will definitely make that come faster…
