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Theo awoke in bed, his mistress was sleeping beside him. The hood of her cloak kept firmly over her head. The request she have done was brutal. STREGA made her slaughter 5 men in a whim using her gun. They needed evidence so she photographed all 5 men. She was shaking when she returned. Her eyes full of fear. Chidori's white dress covered with bloody marks. She slept thoroughly as her head have landed on her pillow. What kind of sick human would request such a horrifying matter.
The name Minako was no longer needed. She have specifically told him to call her Mistress or Nyx. He does not know her true goal to why he was using the name. Other than using it as a cover up for her identity, somehow he could feel that Nyx was planning something other than hiding.
Minako was never asleep when the dark hour begun, Theo was laying beside her. His arm covering his eyes. The chilly atmosphere around the velvet resident never lost its lustre. She felt the chilly air that surrounds him well. It's like he was made of ice or something. She remembered the sight she saw at the stroke of 11. She had killed 5 men with her gun. Chidori was observing her, as they both confirmed that the job was done. Takaya ordered photographs taken by the killer herself. At that time, she was in shock. Her heart pounded in be wilding ... happiness and excitement . Feeling of the gun when she pulled the trigger as it pierced through the head of the first. It felt oddly great.
It's the weirdest reaction. By the time she regained full control she was trembling like someone used all her energy. Nothing made sense. She tried to confer the feeling to Theo though something inside her stopped him. A voice telling her not to... why is that so ? She kept thinking about it until the dark hour was gone. She had little sleep but was often woken up by a crack or a small noise. She felt itchy behind her neck. Her eyes burns too. She recalled she haven't taken a shower yesterday and all day today. Tomorrow she might take a shower when the STREGA decides to leave.
Morning came about 2 hours ago. The 2 members of STREGA left Jin in the place. Theo requested to his Mistress to go shopping for some items both of them needed. Nyx approved, smiling faintly at him. Theo did not care what the other members see them as. He just hope that they won't do anything to harm her. He told her he would be back before sundown. She was planning to take a shower without them present in the abandon apartment, but her plans were drawn to halt when she found that not all of the members STREGA was out.
Jin was asked to stay put. The itchiness remained and it was annoying her. Jin was busy typing away in his laptop to even notice her get irritated. She was glad about his ignorance, she wished he'd keep the act long enough for her to finish her shower. She rushed to the bathroom as swiftly as possible, running across the room behind Jin's back. Careful not to make a racket, hiding her things under her cloak she went successfully in the shower. Stripping herself from her gear.
The water was surpassingly clean and cold. It made her shiver a moment she was drawn too and it felt relaxing. Outside the shower room. Jin was still typing on his computer it took him a second to realize that he was alone in that part of the room and the water was running in the shower room, behind him. Shrugging he went back to his work. A moment of time past and Jin heard Nyx shout inside the shower, it took him off guard and his device almost fell from his lap. He was used of being alone here.
He ignored the sound coming from the girl inside the shower. Awkwardly he shrugged a thought. Nyx was inside cursing to herself on how stupid she was. She left her towel in her room. She flushed red almost immediately after shouting. Clasping her mouth with her hand. Even from here she felt Jin's surprised glance from outside. Her back touched the tiled wall of the small room. The water was still running.
This was not happening ! . This is not happening ! . Why did it happen ? . Why now ?! .For heaven's sake ! . why now?! . This is so embarrassing ! .
She felt so small inside the shower room, so stupid, above all the stupidest screw ups she had done during the repeated years this was the most embarrassing !
She can't stay there forever. The others will come back and will see her in that state. Theo won't be back until sundown. NOOOOOOOO! She mentally screamed. There is only one way to do this. She have to ask Jin to fetch her towel. Her mind went through series of scenarios of the most embarrassing stuff. Why was she even thinking this ? It's not like he would suddenly do stuff to her. His not that kind of guy. A pause, she can't breathe.
Despite the cold running water she felt hot. Her cheeks were flooded with blood raising through her. Red as an apple when she faced the mirror hanging at one corner. How did she know what he is and he is not? This is the most embarrassing thing she have ever attempt. Her mind rolled so much scenarios that seemed farfetched but not far from the world of possibilities. It has given more doubts about the teen outside.
Pull yourself together ! Be thankful that there's only one guy out there ! if it was Takaya you'd be dead ! That crazy maniac is already topless ! She took deep breaths, calming hesitation. Her face was still red. Splashing water to her face, she can't seem to calm the rage in her chest.
Why was she so nervous ? She's Nyx ! She is Nyx ... New brutal member of the blood thirsty STREGA. The word felt clumsy on her tongue. She was a member of STREGA. Her heart returned to a normal beat. She felt a little unnerved, why is that ?. Oddly enough she called Jin from the door.
"Jin ..."
He had to stopped typing, he glanced up pushing his glasses in place. He wasn't sure where the voice came so he listened again.
"Jin ... It's Nyx ... Listen ... um... c-could you ... d-do me a favour of ... " a long pause. Jin awaited for her next word. It took some time and he grew impatient. "What is it ?" Jin asked louder enough for Nyx to hear from the inside. "m-my towel ..." She spoke, her voice did not reach him. He heard her, but did not hear it. Her voice was too soft for him to hear. He stood up and placed his laptop on the chair where he was seated. Approached the door and leaned against the pillar.
"Speak up ... I didn't hear you..." Jin asked again. Nyx was behind the door. Losing her confidence. She spoke a bit louder this time. "I left my towel ... can you ... get it for me..." She felt her face burn again. She heard him mutter, his footsteps sounded like he was walking towards her room. It became softer and for a second she waited.
She did not know whether she's just over-reacting but she wondered why it took him long to return and give her that towel. Jin was silent, his footsteps gradually became louder as he neared the door. Nyx heard his knock. Opening the door slightly leaving enough room for her arm can slip out. Jin looked away while he hung the pinkish towel to her extended arm. They accidentally touched his skin with his finger tips.
It felt warm, the wet droplets stained his fingertips a bit. Her skin was soft and smooth. Snapping out from his trance. He resumed his work over to his laptop. Nyx placed the dry cloth to her face. Pressing it deeper and deeper casually. Seated on top of the toilet lid. Her skin was reddening. Her heart was running a marathon. Why is she feeling like this ?
She exited the room only to find herself alone. Jin was gone, She removed her cloak it felt nice to let her hair dry for a moment. She was wearing her white short shorts, bear-footed. Her top was a simple black elastic Tank top. Her hair was tied in a messy up do exposing her long smooth neck. The cool winter breeze sipped through the open window. It let out shivers run through her spine from her neck.
She spotted a note taped on her wooden bed. "A request assignment ? " she took the paper hanging on the bed while rubbing the back of her neck just below the base of her hair. Somehow the itchiness stayed. She paid no attention as she absently rubbed it with her rough towel. Reading the contents of the small paper. "Fine. "
She stopped in front of the small calendar, that was bought by Theo for her. And was shocked to find out what date it was. Tonight, they will have a full moon. Her eyes widen in shock, how long has she been staying here ? Did Theo know ?. She must make haste; she has no time to lose.
Theo went to a corner store buying food for his Mistress, He have been escorted by Minako again and again through all the repeated years, he came to learn to act like a normal human himself, normal enough to hide himself from his sisters. Of course he is fully aware they were looking for him. He can feel their presence. He was not wearing his uniform anymore, but a casual attire that he once used to give as a reward for his Mistress on a particular request. He would sometimes catch teenage women stare at him, their faces red. When he would stare back they will look away and run. He would not mind at all, though if he was honest to himself it bothered him a bit. He has a lot of money to spare, being kept in the velvet room and all he can't spend any of the money even if he would want too.
Secretly he was glad, now he can spend the money he have collected for his Mistress to use. He would often bring her gifts when he comes back to the hide-away of STREGA.
Returning home, noticing it was almost sundown. He quickened his pace, the heels of his shoes clacking. Approaching the back alley of port island, he saw Jin sitting on the stairs, typing away on his computer. Jin recognized his presence and looked up. Theo gave him a greeting with a cold tongue. He was not comfortable with them, like a grudge crawling behind him, he felt uneasy with distaste.
"Tell your Mistress is her turn to clean up ... Takaya will see both of you tonight." Jin said, looking at Theodore's back. He stopped and gave a silent nod. Entered the apartment and silently closed the door.
He entered the room they have acquired, carrying a plastic bag, he called for her in the name she uses. Placing it at the centre table, Minako wearing her cloak her without her hood. She looked distressed.
"What's the matter ?" Theo asked hiding worry from his voice.
"Tonight's a full moon ..." She whispered.
He has no idea what she meant, but she have taken this seriously. Not knowing why, he calmed her. Nyx laid her eyes on him, his expression securing, it made her breathe slightly better.
"How can I help you ? "
Minato went to school along with Yosuke and Yu. He told them about last night. About the velvet room and the two silver-gray haired women that escorted and practically bribed him to come into the said room. Partially, Yu was impressed but half convinced. Minato made him convince by issuing sorts of impossible yet turned into possible substitute issues until it landed into a agreeable state.
"Do you believe them ?" Yosuke asked the question he was asking himself all night. In truth he does not know himself. The bell rang signalling the start of the class. The day went by without a hassle. He went back to the dorm accompanied by the 2 juniors and the 2 acting/feeling juniors .
They were welcomed by The Chairman. Minato greeted him professionally. He was known that he is one of the survivors of the explosion in an unknown experiment. None the less he respected him. They all returned to their rooms. Once Ikutski made his farewell.
Minato was almost asleep until an emergency signal awoke him. All of the members ran towards the Fourth Floor.
"What is it ? " Yukari asked almost panicking.
"It's a shadow. It's the same as 'them' " Mitsuru explained. Junpei and Yosuke eyed each other.
"The Shadows has the same entities as the shadow Minako fought during the ambush"
"Minako fought it before ?!" Minato and Yu yelled in unison.
"The overly protective brother and the admirer" (wink*wink*) Junpei mused. Leaving Yosuke in shock. "What does that makes me ?!" he added.
Minato glared at both males. "This isn't time for a joke..." He turned to Mitsuru "What's it doing now?" Both males silenced their mouths, both failing the attempt to conceal the laughter tempting to come out. Mitsuru pressed the keys and turned various knobs. "It's not moving it's in a monorail somewhere."
"We have to destroy it" Akihiko said.
"Fine ! Who should be the leader ?" Junpei asked. His face showing like he was expecting something to happen. Mitsuru eyed everyone and pointed at Minato as the leader.
"I don't any reasons why we should change leaders now." She added.
"Agreed" Akihiko seconded.
"No need to say it. Minato is a born leader from the age of 7" Yosuke bragged, placing an arm around his shoulder. Minato can't help but smile. Somewhat proud of himself, Having Yosuke say it like that. It was did not seem to be always a stress to harbour for. Junpei made a face that screams otherwise. Akihiko silenced him with one glare.
"Alright ... We'll meet at the port Island station ..."
An: Yeeeeey ! Thank you for reading Chapter 10 ! Thank you for your views and reviews ! It made me feel happy ! and more motivated on continuing this fiction ! I'll do my best adding some funny scenes and Harem scenes here too ! :D Okay. The attire Theodore was wearing, I was defining Junpei's Winter outfit, I think it fits him well :D I also tried to picture him wearing Akihiko's somehow I don't see it clicking... :\