Coven Ch.2: Icy Blue Eyes Part 2
Kevin, Rolf and Nazz all following each other in unison. It felt almost a while before they saw any action until they got farther into the forest and past the junkyard. Nazz was slicing through with correct precision as Rolf knocked them flat and around in the directions of his two friends to slice and aim at the beasts. They worked together flawlessly. There were times they'd slip up as no group is to perfect. But they worked around their mishaps. The rain was drenching them through making Nazz's hair fly out her bun with strands sticking to her forehead and cheeks. Rolf's hair also laid clinging to his pale skin like melted blue around the frame of his face. Kevin's free hair laid down in the middle of his face as water dripped down his lashes and strands. Together they took out quite a bit but they began to drift apart as they got more and more into the kill of the night. Its been so long they got themselves lost in the mayhem. They've already gone to far apart by the time Kevin realized he wasn't near his friends. He decided to stop for a few seconds to regroup and catch his breath. It was like the daemons were on a frenzy just darting everywhere. Their remains laid like metallic ash across the grass and shrubs. Shining in the night. The crack of a stick on the side of him drew his attention. A daemon was there ripping into an unfortunate animal carcass enjoying itself until Kevin made his presence clear to it. It darted farther to the west in no clear path but Kevin kept pursuit until the mother of daemons graced his presence. This one was huge and he's never had to deal with one this size. It almost felt to good to be true that this one slipped past his dads scouting. Though it wasn't time to be amazed but ready to pounce. Before heading closer he creeped slowly behind bushes and trees reaching for his phone to shoot a quick text to his friends about this kill. The fur was beautiful and the horns enormous, it was almost a shame to have to take down the beast but he had blood lust in his eyes to take out a big one whether his friends made it to him or not. The other daemon just watched before disappearing, a job he was sent out to do well done.
Edd laid propped up against his bed headboard watching the second movie Ed chose. They weren't even that scary but some did make him feel a tad squeamish at the sight of the gore. Eddy was still on the bed but closer to the end laying on his stomach with his head propped up on the palm of his hand. He was really into the movie it seemed compared to his previous complaining. Ed was humoring himself as he's obviously seen this movie before. He copied every scene word for word. Movements and all. Edd just let himself relax and enjoy this time with his best friends. He's known them since he was able to go to school with the rest of the Peach Creek kids and Nat. By the time he got into middle school Nat left and he stayed the same until he got tired of taking everyone's shit. He studied and became the smartest and joined the swim team to get himself in a fit shape. Even still with that remake he stayed his timid self in certain circumstances and when alone or with his friends. He clothing style still the same but took on more of an edge. Edd pulled off his glasses and folded them before placing them down on the side table. He noticed the rain outside and it brought his thoughts to Nat. It was getting crazy and he hoped the teal top was alright. Nat's presence was still lingering on Edd. He could feel the cold of the night summer rain and the heat and heartbeat of his liege as he ran free for his short while. It felt amazing to feel his joy. But there was something else he felt and it made him unsettled. For some reason his body was telling him to get up and head towards his friend to lost in bliss to really pay any mind.
The raven slid off his bed and threw on his boots and darted out the bedroom door. Eddy and Ed thought maybe the raven just got freaked out and would return soon from wherever he was probably spilling his guts out. Yet Edd was headed towards the door to the back of his manor. As soon as the door flung open the harsh winds of the storm blew into the manor. But his body and mind didn't care he just felt the need to get to Nat and as soon as possible. The rain began to drench his black and white t shirt with sleeves the reached his elbows and made his night pants cling to his slender legs. "Nat!.." he tried yelling over the storms roar. A force of wind blew hard against him and his hat flung itself into a random direction of the night. He felt bare without it outside but he rationalized it was dark and no one would see anyway. He continued on calling and running in the direction his body took him. Meanwhile Nat was chill and too into the feeling of being in his form but he didn't keep his guard to far down. He couldn't quite tell because the rain but he knew he was being followed but he could feel the way back to the Vincent's and to Edd. It has been a while since he's been out and decided maybe he should just play it save and head back.
Kevin started to quicken his pace as the beast decided it wanted to pick up on the move. He wouldn't let it get away though. Not when he could have this claim as his own big record. It wasn't always he let his ego get to him but tonight he just let it run free. He rolled with its fury and tapped into his hunter powers and darted after the beast as it began to pick up. Kev reached to his side and started throwing his darts to stun the beast. He could feel Rolf and Nazz picking up behind him but they were so far back and they couldn't keep up with his adrenaline. This chase was kind of like euphoria on a whole new level. The thunder of the storm above the trees cracked along the sky as he threw two more darts and missing. Kev inwardly cursed himself for missing so easily at a big target. The beast looked back finally able to see the hunter and his eyes widen to see Kevin. He must of had a charm or something on to keep him from detecting his best friend chasing him down for his death. In the panic Nat was running into dead ends and wanted to punch himself for ending up like this just because he slipped up detecting his friend. He didn't know Kevin was this quick on his feet or rather hunters for that matter. The lust for the kill in his green eyes was almost terrifying. Nat never has been in a chase always protected by his human form. He thought the hunters were supposed to be going north not west towards the manor. This is Vincent territory yet he was getting hounded. Not only that Edd was heading closer to him but he seemed scrambled.
Kevin decided now was a perfect time to start aiming with his arrows. He whispered to his hexed crossbow as he drew back the string, watching as an arrow manifested and pulled the trigger. It went right into a tree and blew a hole into it on impact. Nat saw that and kicked his feet into high gear. There was no way he was gonna let his friend hit him with that shit. 'Fuck Kevin step off already!' was all that streamed through Nat's thoughts. The sight of the grove coming up was a sight for sore eyes. He was getting that much closer to the manor and to the barrier keeping them from being detected by hunters. They shouldn't have passed by the first one. Nat just hoped his best friend wouldn't hit Edd with that weapon of his.
Edd could feel the distress piling on to Nat and it was intense. This was a bad situation and one he wasn't prepared for so early into his first night as this guys right hand. He didn't let that cloud his mind though he continued his crusade pushing through the thick brush. "Nat!" He shouted out more. This time Nat was getting close enough to hear him much more clear. Which was good but bad at the same time. This weather wasn't helping the situation. Nat slid slightly as he ran across the wet grass and muddy expanse. The dip into the grove caught him off guard and he lost footing for a few seconds and his best friend took the advantage. He edged closer to the beast. The scenery around here wasn't familiar. His father never let them go to far from his watch. This was a chance his stubborn mind wouldn't let go. Kevin held his crossbow up as he darted through the last few trees running at supernatural speed to catch the beast. Reaching down his side he grabbed a dart and aimed for its leg as he saw it loose footing for a second. On impact the beast let out a loud roar the made the thunder crackling across the sky envy it. The daemon would be his first huge kill of the night back on duty. He was taught he always had to keep his guard up everywhere and this beast could have more around. It was then he did realize he was vulnerable here alone but he didn't let that waver him. The beastly daemon collapsed down into the grove of trees covered in mud and debris that littered the ground. Kev had his opportunity to make his first big kill. He slid down the closer he got to the dip into the grove, turning his legs to glide down the muddy expanse. He lifted his bow again to aim a final blow that will disintegrate the beast to a metallic ash. It was then that the site of soaked raven locks caught his eye through the peripheral vision and he looked away from his scope. Kev slowly dropped his weapon as he let the name spill from his lips like a whisper, "..Edd...?" The boy with the hair that could mimic the darkness of a black raven looked like whole new person but the eyes are what never changed. They were like blue ice in the cold night battling against the forest green of Kevin's own eyes. The hunters lust drained once he saw him. The rain covered up most of his face along with darkness of the night. One of his hands slide through the raven silk to the left of his head. Kevin just realized the boys hat was missing and that he was just standing there awestruck at the once timid kid standing next to the very thing that could kill him. Almost as if he was guarding it himself...from Kevin, like he was the beast. Edd's eyes never left Kevin as knelt next to Nat and tried looking at the wound from the corner of his eyes. It only took one step from the hunter before he saw black. The figure behind him held no weapon but his fists and brute strength. It was Edd's uncle, Jean, come to escort him back to the manor. He felt his nephews and Nat's presence and quickly came. The rain started to pick up but no one paid it any mind. Edd only looked back slightly before heading off with his uncle and the beast. They both looked back at the unconscious body.
A groan left his lips and his body felt sore. Yet it didn't compare to the throbbing coming from the back of his head. The pain wasn't to tense but it felt he was knocked down by a blunt weapon. Creaking of floorboards could be heard walking towards his room door. His mother walked in with a steaming cup of liquid most likely some tea for him to drink and relax. "Oh sweet heart. You finally woke up. I've been bringing you tea in case you woke." Kevin sat up slowly clutching the back of his head. He doesn't remember exactly how or when he got back in bed or how long he's been out. Kathy handed him the cup and watched as he visibly relaxed after a long sip. She ran a hand through his hair and reached for the back of his head to feel the small lump on his head. "You've been out for a few days. I almost thought you wouldn't wake up."
"What happened?" He then thought of his friends. "Nazz and Rolf, are they alright?!"
"Well all I know is a few days ago your father brought you back in the house unconscious and soaking wet. You had this big knot on the back of your head. Nazz came by yesterday to check on you but they both are okay."
He felt relief that they were fine and took another sip before handing the cup back to his mother, "It only felt like a few hours." Kevin closed his eyes to try and remember what happened but all he could see was rain, a beast and icy blue eyes surrounded by the raven hair. "Edd...he was out there."
Kathy looked at her son and rubbed his back, "Don't worry honey your friend is gonna be ok. I'm sure your father handled it and wiped their memory before bringing them home." She got up from her chair and headed for the door before looking back, "Stay in bed. Just cause you're awake doesn't mean you should be walking around just yet." The door clicked shut and the foots steps echoed down the hall before chatter could be slightly heard outside the door. Not to long after James came in to check on Kevin for himself. He saw his son tense up and baring himself for a scolding. "Relax. I wont scold you...yet." Kev just rubbed the back of neck as James went for the empty seat and began to speak, "You're lucky to be alive. That lump was huge. What hit you? Do you even remember?" Of course his father would come with a bombard of questions but that's how he showed his concern in a weird way. "Dad I don't remember much. I'm fine by the way." James huffed and cleared his throat a bit embarrassed, "Yes I'm sorry. I'm glad you're awake now." The air around them was still a bit tense about Nat, but now he has to worry about why Edd would be out there.
Its been about four days and seven hours since that day he just up and left with Nat and his uncle Jean away from Kevin's still and soaked body. Not like he was counting or anything. Idiot shouldn't have been trying to be a big shot going for a huge daemon. Specially not Nat. He couldn't believe he just ran out there in that weather. Anything wrong could've happened. If Kevin went any farther with that crossbow drastic measures would've been taken to avenge their fallen heir and the Vincent's next liege. Edd paced back and forth in his room and paid no mind to the person that made them self present in his space. Nat looked at Edd and smirked before walking up and ringing an arm around his neck. "Double delicious relax. Kevin's fine. Trust me id know if anything else went down." Nat truly had no real clue if that hit to the back of Kevin's head would do damage but Edd needed to calm down. Edd nudged Nat's side to try and pull him away, "I'm not just worried about him or whatever anyway. Who cares he was being reckless. What if you got hurt what were you doing out there that far for them to see you?!" Nat let out a sigh to get ready for a scolding by his own right hand, "Look Edd I didn't know they would be hunting that close to the manor. Our dads said id be safe to let loose. I wanted to get out this human body for a bit. Its constricting. It threw me off guard to see Kevin like that."
"If you get my family tied into that sighting-"
"Me? What about you? I was in my daemon form. He saw you, your face Edd not mine." Nat eased up a bit, tense just wasn't his forte. Look it'll be fine. He probably thinks you were some damsel in distress or whatever kink he has."
Edd visibly cringed at that thought. He didn't need to be saved. "Fine. Ill just play the innocent forgetful card."
"Good. Lets call those friends of yours over. I do believe you need to relax."
The raven haired boy looked at Nat as he headed for the door, "In all honesty Nat, do you not think its terribly uncomfortable to walk with that limp in your leg." He noticed the slight limp in his companions walk and couldn't figure out why he didn't drink more from him yet these past few days to just get rid of it. He could be quickly healed over. That dart wounded him deep. Nat just looked down at his leg like he didn't even bother to notice it. "Oh yea, I thought it made me look cool and battle worn."
"Oh Nat you cant be serious." He slightly chuckled.
"Hey there yah go a chuckle." He wrapped his arm around Edd's neck again just letting it hang. "Ill drink from you later for now lets go have some fun with those friends of yours. Yah know since mine is playing sleeping beauty."
A/N: Ill be working on ch.3 soon! I wanna slowly build the world and the relationship