Part I
Camus POV
- I'm telling you, it was insane! They played my favorites, it was crowded, the whole stadium singing along, it was loud!
-Loud and crowded. Sounds awful.- I was practicing some push-ups while Milo couldn't stop blabbering
Milo pushed his feet on my back, destabilizing and making me fall. – Hey, show some respect to Scorpions, right? By the way, what's all those scratches on your back?- He pulled my shirt to check.
Parfait. Wearing a sleeveless shirt was a very wise decision to take this morning.
-Allergy. I scratched.- I lied.
-Gross. Better look after it, mate. Hey, Aurora, come here!- he shouted
When you think it can't get worse.
Aurora pretended she didn't see us but now was obviously too late then she approached us. The side effects of not wearing a mask…
Since things reached a whole different level between us, we try our best to not bring it to public knowledge. We've been worried of what Shura must know and if he is going to report us.
Saints are not forbidden to date civilians. But it's extremely discouraged to have something more than casual with another saint, nothing that can disturb our focus from Athena. Not that Aurora was an actual saint, but she wasn't a civilian either. Extremely discouraged to the point that we must inform the Pope what is going on and leave him to take decisions.
And living in the same house doesn't convince anyone that it might be something casual.
-Hey guys!- she said
-Hey, moron. You missed the show. I was telling Camus about it, really, you had to be there. I was on the front row, I got a pick!
-Sorry, I really wanted to go. I got sick that day.
-"Sick" is what "Rock you like a hurricane" sounds live.
Aurora gave me a dirty look and I did my best to keep a straight face. He could have chosen a less suggestive song to talk about.- Yeah, I bet it is, I'm happy for you anyway. Look, I have to go back, catch you two lat- she turned around and bumped into a very serious Shura staring at us, behind her.
-Oh. Morning, Shura.
He gave her the usual cold look- Shouldn't you be training some girls instead of gossiping with your friends?
She changed her expression immediately; she loved being challenged and confidently stared into his eyes before answering with no trace of a smile. – I'm aware of my duties, sir.
-But probably not aware of the rules. Wear a mask, girl.
-I don't see a good reason for that. And there's no girl around, just a woman, two men and a traitor.- she lowered her voice.
Okay, time to step in.
-Any reason for your visit, Shura?- I asked abruptly.
He turned to me with some
-The Pope demands to see you two this afternoon. That's all.- He turned his back onto us and walked away.
I looked to her and I could see despair and anger on her black eyes. She was scared, as I was, but none of us would ever admit such thing.
-Can anyone tell me what the hell was all that ? Shura is not the kind of guy I would have a beer with but…what happened?
-Sorry Milo, we'll tell you later. Aurora and I have to solve a problem, right?- I glanced at her and we hurried to the city.
We stopped by a small old coffee shop; among civilians we could talk in peace.
-I really can't understand that guy. Why does he bother about what are we doing? Get a life!- She said nervously, shaking a little bit while holding a coffee mug.
I shook my head calmly. – Shura only cares about what is right or wrong, above everything. You know what happened to – I whispered- Sagittarius.
-I don't know how someone can live that way, lacking of empathy…anyway- she made a pause and took a sip – What do you think might happen to us?
I sighed and looked away- I honestly don't know. What I know is that Shura is close to the Pope-
-Fake Pope- she interrupted me.
-We have no evidences Aurora, so this doesn't concern to us right now. They'll probably try to separate us, I believe.- I held her shaky hand under the coffee table.
She looked away – Not fair…
-I know. I'm sorry
She smiled and kissed my cheek- Why do you always apologize every time you make me happy?
I smirked- Maybe I just wasn't sure. Could you repeat that?
And with tenderness on her dark eyes that could read everything on mine, she took my face on her hands and brought me into a lovely kiss.
Part II
-I believe you two might have a slightly idea of what brought you here.
We didn't answer nor did look at each other, just remained on our knees, facing the Pope and waiting for whatever he decided.
-It came to my knowledge that you two are developing affections to each other, is it true?
I nodded.
-Well, although she is not exactly a saint as you, she works here and you both are extremely close since your childhood. Such thing might be a terrible distraction for you two.
-Sir, I swear it's not affecting any-
-Silence, Aurora. I've been informed Camus has been too distracted lately. He is one of our best soldiers and I can't allow such foolish act ruin his coldness on battles.
Stay calm. Don't make it worse. Think with your head, not with your heart.
-I made a decision. Aurora, you always wanted harder missions, right? Now you have the chance.
Aurora raised her eyebrow, suspicious.- What, exactly?
-You'll be sent back to Siberia. You shall protect Kohoutek Village that has suffered several attacks recently and must keep your eye in every unusual movement on that area.
-Okay.
-However you'll stay there for at least two years. Starting tomorrow.
-What?- I said
-And you, Camus, I need you here in Greece. Try to focus on what matters. That's all.
I couldn't say anything so I nodded in silence and made my way along with Aurora.
I predicted something like that but two years?
During our way back home the sun went down and the sky was starred again. Like the day we kissed. Like half year in Siberia.
Aurora angrily packed her things while I observed as an idiot trying to think what to do or what to say.
There's nothing you can do.
She looked at the pile of vinyls and the record player standing next to me.- Please, take care of them. Don't let Milo take it.
I nodded. When she turned back I hugged her, tightly.
She breathed heavily.- Please, don't make this harder.- she said.
-Too late.
She turned to face me, still on my arms.- Promise me something? If you ever forget me, at least let me know. Write a letter, or something.
I slowly moved her messy hair away from her face, lift her chin and kissed her, passionately. –The only thing I'll promise you is that in two years I'll be strong enough to deserve you back, and you always be the only thing that warms my heart.
She gave a sad smile- I already miss you.
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