AN-Haha, so Zero has taken an interest in Yori…but what about Yuki? Let's just say things get interesting in this chapter ;). Enjoy!
Chapter Five
Zero 'the Outlaw's' POV
Lily and I sauntered through the dark and silent town, enjoying the feeling of not having to rush around tonight. I was also relishing the feeling of not having to watch myself. Though I was sure the Sherriff would still throw me in a cell if he got hold of me, the search seemed to have died down, and he hadn't been patrolling the streets as diligently as he had been before. A smile flickered across my face. It seemed Maria was keeping quiet, either that or her family were keeping it quiet for the sake of her honour. I didn't see what difference it made, rumour had somehow already spread about the two of us, and as soon as I got to Yori they'd put two and two together, and realise I'd taken what I wanted from Maria and moved on.
I turned a corner, coming to a deserted area that resided behind the shops for the second time that day. I allowed myself a small chuckle. It certainly had been an eventful day….
I'd decided the night before to fashion myself a disguise so I could trail the young Sayori Wakaba. It had been too easy to purchase a wig and keep to myself. Of course there was no guarantee that Miss Wakaba would be out shopping…but I'd gotten lucky and spotted her riding into the town on a tan colored horse only a few hours after going into town myself. It had been perfect. Of course I'd been pretty careful, leaving Lily on the outskirts of town hidden away so as not to alert anyone that the 'Outlaw' was in town….but the walk hadn't been a problem.
I leapt off of Lily's back, tying the reigns to a wooden post, purposely tying a double knot knowing Lily's wild nature. I'd tailed young Sayori and her friend for a good hour earlier that day, and now waited for Miss Wakaba to meet me here as I'd asked her to earlier. I frowned to myself, seriously debating the likeliness of her showing up…It wasn't that I thought she had no interest in me….her flustered appearance and perpetual blush had spoken to me more clearly than words ever would…she found me attractive, and I had no doubt that she would let me in….but my plan had been marred slightly. Her friend had reacted badly to me…she was frightened of me….I supposed it wasn't strange. I was a wanted criminal in the town, although it wasn't for any dangerous crime…What made no sense was that moments before I had appeared she'd sensed me…I couldn't put my finger on it, and when she'd touched my hand…a strange sensation had hit me, I didn't really understand what it was, but there was something about that girl I didn't like….there was something unsettling about her….yet if I was so unsettled by her why did I suddenly long to know more about her? I decided to ask Sayori a bit about her friend….it wasn't a great way to steal Sayori's heart, by asking about her friend….but still, I was intrigued. I hadn't come across the girl before, and was surprised, from her dress and abundance of packages I could tell she was wealthy, and I'd already gotten to most of the wealthy girls in the area….
"M-Mister Outlaw…" A shaky feminine voice broke me from my thoughts. I'd been leaning against Lily pondering to myself, but plastered a charming smile across my face as my prey came into view, once again riding side-saddle upon the tan horse on which I had seen her earlier. She blushed profusely as she came closer, the soft Moonlight highlighting her delicate features. She stopped her horse a foot or so away from me, seeming to lose her nerve. I recalled the hushed conversation I had shared with her earlier that day…
'Sayori….miss Wakaba….ever since I ran into you that day…I can't stop thinking about you, I'm sorry that must sound corny right? I just…your beauty is captivating…I hope you don't mind me being so forward with you….'
'O-oh mister outlaw…I...I don't know what to s-say….I…I should really be leaving, can't you hear, my friend is worrying….'
'Yes I understand but….please, I want to talk with you, alone….I know its rather bold of me to ask but….would you meet me back here again…tonight. Say eleven?...I'd meet with you sooner, but as you know I can't be seen wandering around town….'
'…I….I really shouldn't…..'
'Please, I mean you no harm. I give you my word….let me see your beautiful face at least once more this evening, I have so much I need to talk to you about…I promise, if you still have your doubts after our meeting tonight I'll leave you be.'
'…..M-My father would be furious…y-you're a wanted c-criminal…..but….but I suppose…..o-one meeting….can't hurt…right?'
After that she'd been snatched away from me by her agitated friend….no matter. I was just pleased she'd shown up now. I'd half expected her to abandon me here after her friend probably tried to talk her out of meeting with me….I smiled beguilingly at her, causing her cheeks to flood with color it was noticeable even in the dim light of the Moon. She kept her distance, clearly still a little wary of me after the events that had taken placer earlier that day.
I checked that Lily's reigns were securely fastened before strolling towards the young woman. She looked a little flustered as if she had no idea why she'd done such a reckless thing. I doubted she'd told anyone where she was going…if she'd even told her family she was going out at all. She's probably had to sneak out. I laughed inwardly. Oh, this was going to be fun. This whole experience would be fun, toying with the Sherriff's daughter….and who knew? Perhaps she'd provide me with the challenge I so longed for.
"Hello beautiful, I'm so glad you came…I was starting to worry you'd stood me up…" I told her, faking a sad expression on the last part of the sentence. Her eyes widened a little in fear as if she'd let me down. It was too easy to read her expressions. She tucked a couple of stray hairs behind her ear and smiled nervously at me. She'd made an effort with her appearance, noticeably. She had fastened a large white flower to her hair, and the dress she wore was distinctly more elaborately decorated than the one she'd been wearing earlier that day. I moved closer to her, eagerly surveying her pretty face as it became clearer in the Moonlight.
"I-I had a little trouble sneaking out….I h-hope I didn't keep you waiting t-too long!" She stammered anxiously. Her hand hovered at her neck, a very feminine way of expressing unease. I shook my head dismissing the statement. I bowed low as if I were addressing a lady of royalty, before playfully taking one of her gloved hands in my own and kissing it. Her cheeks flooded an even deeper shade of red with this motion, and I could feel her hand trembling.
"Sayori, I'll cut to the chase…I want you to be mine, I want to make you mine….ever since that day we ran into one another, I felt there was this connection between us….can you feel it?" I stared directly into her amber eyes, filled with surprise and shock. It wasn't a complete lie…I found her rather attractive….there wasn't a connection, but she certainly was a good-looking girl…the main enticement being her father was my rival, and I had to make her mine. To sleep with the Sherriff's daughter would be the most exhilarating thing I'd done. She stayed silent for a small while, seeming to absorb what I had told her.
"I do feel it….but….but my father is the Sherriff… how could we possibly….I mean, he'd kill us both! You're the most wanted criminal around here at the moment!" She exclaimed. My offer was clearly an enticing one, and her eyes gleamed with excitement at the possibilities. I moved close to her, wrapping my arms around her slim waist. She still sat perched upon her horse, so I had to look up at her to see her reaction. She audibly gulped, her body tensing against my touch. Still she didn't push me away so I went further, using my fingers to gently pull her chin down. I leaned up, gently brushing my lips against hers, knowing perfectly well what kind of effect this would have on the young girl, who had probably never been kissed before. Though our lips barely even touched, it was enough to have the desired effect. She moaned softly despite herself, letting her arms glide slowly around my neck.
"Be mine, Sayori, be my lover." I breathed against her lips. Her body shivered and she nodded slowly. I allowed my hands to move down her body, slipping my hands beneath her body I lifted her off the horse with ease. She tightened her grip on my neck, apparently frightened I'd drop her. I gazed seductively into her eyes as I held her body against mine. Not able to withstand the intensity of my gaze she turned her head away, her face a bright crimson color. I chuckled quietly, bringing her face to mine and kissing her again, softly, tenderly until she allowed me to deepen the kiss. After a little while she pushed me away softly.
"I-I'll be yours but…I should really get home before my father realises that I'm gone…forgive me." She murmured against my impassioned lips. I broke away, giving her a flirtatious smile, before lifting her back on to her horse.
"When can we meet again?" She asked me eagerly, her face stilled flushed from our embrace. I caressed her cheek teasingly, sending a shudder through her body. My hand moved into her hair, playing with the tresses as if I had all he time in the world.
"Tomorrow night. Same time, same place….I'll take you somewhere nice." I promised her. Where I'd get the money to take her out was beyond me, but I'd get it. She couldn't suppress a large smile from forming on her pretty face. She nodded enthusiastically, excitement glimmering in her bronze eyes. I withdrew, moving back towards my own horse and waving as she fled back to her father. I grinned to myself, so the games had really begun I thought to myself. I'd won over the Sherriff's daughter, now it was just a matter of time, waiting to see how long it would take me to get what I wanted from her….part of me wondered if I would've been able to break her tonight, but where would the fun be in that? No. I'd bide my time and see how things went….my thoughts flashed back to that friend of hers….yes, and even if she began to get boring….perhaps I could find out more about that strange girl? Whatever happened, I couldn't ignore the fact I'd started a dangerous game tonight, and I couldn't help but wonder where it would lead me….