Into March and here's my first chapter of the month.

Story12: Those I Want to Protect Part 1

As long as I could remember, I've been alone. I never knew my parents who died when I was small and I was always either neglected or hurt by those around me. I never was able to speak for myself because of the scar I have around my neck although sometimes I feel like it blocks out more than just my voice. But ever since I met Hisekcho, I now feel like I have meaning in my life. I am no longer alone. I don't think I could find a way to repay her for so much of what she has given me. She's my best friend and I would do anything for her.

Hanreiki aims her bow and arrow at the Hollow who struggles to leap out of the way and dodge her attack.

Hollow: the boss never mentioned this to me. No matter. Even with that weapon you are no match for me.

I don't believe this is the first time I met a creature like this. This feeling is somewhat familiar I just wish I knew what. Does it have something to do with my parents? All I have of them is this choker that I started to wear. It's big enough to cover my scar and it has a beautiful blue cross attached in the middle. When I started wearing it, my throat doesn't hurt as bad but then these weird yet familiar feelings started to stir inside of me.

Hanreiki: Alright, I think it's about time we end this

Hanreiki summoned a wide array of arrows each penetrating through the Hollow. There was nothing left but dismembered parts left of the Hollow.

Hanreiki: It's over now.

Just as she turned around to tend to Hisekcho she felt this heavy pulse within her throat. She spewed out blood and felt this tight grip around her neck. She felt like she was being strangled, she couldn't breathe and she kept coughing up blood. At the same time, the Hollow's pieces started to form back together.

Hollow: I see you have no experience hunting us. You're going have to do better than that to finish me off.

Hanreiki struggling to stand up but the pain was too much.

Hanreiki: (My throat… it's too hot…I can't breathe…)

She passed out and fell to the ground.

Hollow: That was odd. Oh well, it's not my job to judge, just to collect.

As the Hollow came closer to Hanreiki, it stopped. It looked up and saw Hisekcho standing.

Hollow: I don't what you think you're doing but if you want to die just say so.