Chapter 8

The next morning, well I assumed it was morning, seeing that V did not believe in windows although we were underground so it would be silly to expect them I guess. V was kind enough to bring some of my things from my apartment but at the same time I couldn't deny that it was creepy. I blushed thinking that V saw my underwear drawer yet I couldn't help a giggle from escaping my lips as I walked into the bathroom. Closing the door I turned the shower on preparing for a nice hot shower.

I stepped into the steaming hot water and groaned in pleasure as the heat warmed my muscles. Being bed ridden made you appreciate life's smaller pleasures like a hot shower that you can get into yourself. I took my time cleaning up and the water was beginning to make me shiver by the time I shut it off. Doing the best I could with my hair since I did not have my hair products or styling tools I splashed a little water trying to moisturize it the best I could before fluffing my hands in it and giving it a good shake.

With a towel wrapped tightly around my body I hummed as I threw on a pair of sweats and white tank before sliding on a pair of fuzzy socks that I was eternally grateful V brought back with him. As I slipped one foot inside a sock my mind could not stop thinking about V. I owed him a great deal for all that he had done for me. I had been nothing but a bother to him. Maybe I should leave since I'm feeling better but then again the thought of leaving left a sour taste in my mouth and a pit in my stomach. I guess you could call me crazy because I could swear I was beginning to develop feelings for the most wanted terrorist in England.

It was easy to see that V was a complicated man seconds after meeting him but I also could see there was a lot of good in him. Who else would risk their safety and life for people they didn't know? V reminded me too much of my father and brother and that scared me but it was also endearing. After the deaths of my father and brother I thought the revolution was all but dead but apparently not. I could not express the appreciation I had for V taking up where they left off but I didn't want their fate to befall on him as well. I sighed deeply before shaking the thoughts and leaving the room.

Immediately I could hear the familiar sound of weapons clashing and smiled as I headed towards the training room. I stood out of sight as I watched V practice. He was so swift I could barely keep up with his movements without feeling slightly dizzy. Although V could be deadly there was this aura of debonair that surrounded him turning his deadly movements more into a dance. He seemed one with his knives. Suddenly V came to a stop continuing to face the half dummy.

"I did not mean to wake you" V said sincerely with his back still towards me as he gathered his knives out of the dummy's chest.

"You didn't"

"I apologize. I did not think you would awaken so early. I have not prepared a meal for you"

"V I'm a big girl. I've lived on my own for some time I think I can handle breakfast. In fact to thank you how about you let me make you breakfast"

"You owe me nothing Evelyn but If you wish" V said turning to face me with his hands behind him.

I smirked with my hands crossed over my chest as I stared at him wondering where his eyes were drifting.

"Is something wrong?" He questioned me.

I shook my head from side to side as I continued to stare at him.

"I was just wondering what color your eyes are" I said mostly to myself as I thought out loud.

My eyes narrowed slightly as I watched his mask barely turn to the side and his chest rise. Obviously a man in a mask would be difficult to read the emotions of but I made note of these small observations to store for later.

"Well I guess I'll get started. Do you want anything special?"

"No" He said almost as if he was caught off guard before busying himself with his weapons.

"Alright then" I said before leaving the room and walking towards the kitchen.

I sang as I busied myself in the kitchen. The food didn't take long and I smiled with pride. I hoped V liked it.

"V breakfast..." I began shouting before I turned and he was standing right in front of me. I jumped slightly before laughing.

"This one is yours" I said handing him the plate.

"I'll wait for you in the living room. Bon Appetit" I smiled before taking my plate and leaving him in the kitchen.

I was laying on the couch after washing my dirty dishes. I couldn't find anything good on TV so I just watched the images dance across the screen in boredom when I heard V clear his throat gently. I sat up in surprise.

"V! You're here. I didn't think you would...well never mind" I said patting the space beside me.

"There is absolutely nothing on TV today" I sighed.

"May I offer a solution?"

"It's your home"

"There is a film I believe you would enjoy" He said with a dramatic tilt of his head as if he had a brilliant idea.

I waited on the couch patiently until V came and sat beside me again. I stared at the television not knowing what to expect when the screen faded to a black and white scene of a street in what I assumed was Italy. I curled up on the couch continuing to watch the screen. It was an old romance movie from the looks of it.

I did not notice half way through the movie I grabbed V's arm as tears gathered in my eyes as the main character realized he made the biggest mistake in his life by letting the woman he loved go. As I watched him running through the streets after her taxi I wiped at my eyes.

"These old movies get me every time. They really knew about romance back then" I smiled laughing at how silly I probably looked.

"Too bad real life can't be like this" I sighed.

I looked over at V who tried to quickly look away from me.

"Can I ask you something?"

V nodded his head yes. I debated whether I wanted to ask the question weighing heavily on my mind and in the end I chickened out.

"Do you like dancing V?" I asked staring at him.

He turned to look at me with a slight tilt of his head.

"There are very few things I enjoy but dancing is one of them. Although I have lacked a partner" He said humorously.

"Well lucky for you my mother forced me to keep up my training" I laughed standing to my feet.

"Shall we?"

"I believe it is traditional for the man to ask for the dance" V said standing to his feet.

"Yeah well traditional is not a word I would use to describe you" I chuckled.

V stood barely a foot away from me although he made no move to touch me. I cautiously threaded my fingers through his gloved hand before placing my other hand on his shoulder. I smiled as he wrapped his free arm around my waist. We pretty much stuck to the simple rock step as we swayed to the beat.

"You're a good dancer. Is there anything you can't do?" I joked.

"I have yet to perfect my pot roast recipe" He answered.

I could not stop myself from laughing as we continued to sway. I saw his shoulders rise and fall slightly from a silent chuckle.

"Well my mom made the best pot roast this side of the Mississippi river. If you're nice I may tell you the recipe" I winked at him as we continued to dance.

"I'm really going to miss you" I said staring up into his eyes although I couldn't see them.

I felt his posture stiffen uncomfortable with my words but I only rested my head against his shoulder as we danced to our own music while the credits from the movie rolled up the screen.

"Promise you'll be careful out there" I said with my head continuing to lay on his shoulder.

"I like God do not play with dice my dear" V said gently.

"What does that mean?"

"I do not rely on chance"

"So I take it that's a yes" I said giving him a narrowed look.

"Very well" He answered simply.

"Good. The world will be far poorer without you in it" I said gently before cradling the side of his mask in my palm and placing a kiss to the cold cheek.

I felt my own cheeks heat up and I couldn't look him in the eye.

"Well I probably should get my stuff ready to go" I muttered sadly.

"Evelyn" V called gently before taking my hand to stop me from walking away.

"Call me Evey" I smiled before placing a hand over his and staring at him one last time.

I felt his hand release mine and I took the opportunity to walk back towards the guest bedroom I once occupied. After I finished packing the small amount of clothing V brought for me I walked back out into the living room to see V fully dressed complete with his cape and hat as the light caught the many knives around his waist. He stood tall waiting for me to exit.

"Shall we?" He questioned with a small bow before extending his hand to me.

"Thank you"

"You are most welcome Evey" I felt a goofy smile spread across my face as I could not miss the tenderness in the way he said my name. I tried to hide it behind a small cough before following him through the tunnels.

We came to my house sooner than I anticipated and I sighed knowing that this was goodbye for now. I turned to look at V who was hidden discretely in the shadows.

"Be careful" I said one last time before turning away from him and quickly walking into my apartment building and up to my apartment.

I looked out of my window facing the street but there was no sign of V. I closed the curtains and looked around my apartment feeling this sudden wave of loneliness. I busied myself with cleaning up but a few hours later my apartment was spotless and the feeling returned. I stretched my aching back before heading into my bathroom for a nice hot shower. I was not looking forwards to work tomorrow but on the other hand it was something to keep my mind occupied so I couldn't complain too much. My stomach growled but I ignored it not feeling up to cooking or dirtying up my nice clean kitchen so I threw myself on top of my bed and tried to get some sleep.