Vampire Academy: A Desperate Cause
Chapter 10 of my Vampire Academy story, enjoy.
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Disclaimer: Vampire Academy belongs to Richelle Mead.
Chapter 10
LISSA POV
I let out a soft moan, muffled by the gag.
'Please, just let it stop, let it all stop...' I thought desperately; trying to find some way out still.
Our torment had been almost constant, Jill and I were both tortured, with magic and less than magical means, physically, psychologically, any way they could think of. They were trying to wear us down, to drain us, and it was showing.
Apart from being exhausted, their physical torture had left marks and not all were wounds. We were filthy now, covered in dirt, sweat and grime, the logo on my tank-top had almost completely faded and the shirt was torn.
Jill's trousers, socks and sneakers were stained with dirt and grime and had several tears. Her T-shirt was badly ripped and the logo worn down. She was also covered in sweat and grime and was screaming as she was tortured by an air element user, the same one who had been torturing me, mere moments before.
"Plmhfm fthp, lmhvm hmr hlhnm!" I cried out in dismay.
There was laughter but otherwise I was ignored, mostly. The two main kidnappers glanced at me, before continuing, the Strigoi meanwhile prowled around the room, all clearly with their own motives, I wasn't sure what was holding them back. They were the ones laughing and one came disturbingly close.
They continued to torture Jill and suddenly she screamed, louder than before and I saw why, the main female kidnapper was a fire user, she had just burned her.
I cried out at that. "Nh, fthp Hmt, dhn't hhrt hmr, plmhfm!"
More laughter from the Strigoi, the two main kidnappers turned to me, as did their Moroi helpers. I tensed, listening to Jill gasping for breath, her torment stopped, at least momentarily.
"What was that Princess?" The male kidnapper queried, calm as ever.
I shuddered but then steeled myself, even though they weren't removing my gag, I spoke, trying to make sure they understood me.
"Jhft...lmhvm hmr, thgm, thgm mm Hmnftmhd!"
Apparently they did, they all did for Jill let out a muffled shriek and there were some whispers from the others. The Strigoi who got uncomfortably close last time closed right in. I could feel his hands on my shoulders, his disgusting breathe in my ear.
"Oh, I'd gladly, dear girl..."
But the male kidnapper shook his head. "No."
Glaring the Strigoi backed off and he continued to speak.
"You do not understand, Princess, what good will it do if we focus on just you...It is both we want." He paused before adding. "Now, continue please."
"NNNHHH!" Jill and I both yelled at the same time.
But then Jill dissolved into screams as her torture resumed.
Utterly dismayed I looked around desperately, trying to find some clue. I was sure, more than ever, that Rose could see what was going on through our bond. My emotions were beyond extreme now, there was no way she could not, surely.
I needed to ensure she could see something useful and do something, any clue as to where we were being held. But Jill's screams were too distracting. I couldn't focus.
"PLMHFM, NH, FTHP, FTHP!" She screamed, agony and desperation lacing her voice. "N BMG NHH, FTHP, PLMHFM, NH MHRM, PLMHFM!"
I tried desperately to stop them myself, practically pleading. "Fthp Hmt, nhh'rm hhrtnng hmr!"
To no avail, although fresh panic struck me as I saw one of the Strigoi move closer.
"Lmhvm hmr hlhnm!"
But my words were ignored as I saw what looked like a quick exchange of instructions, but couldn't hear what was being said. I soon found out however when suddenly I heard the ripping noise and Jill scream.
"NNNHHH!"
But it was no use, her T-shirt was torn to shreds, now her blue lace edged bra was exposed, the only thing covering her from the waist up now. I could only watch in horror as the fire user pressed their hand against Jill's chest and Jill screamed as she was practically branded. Her screams only died when she passed out from the pain, slumping in her chair, head lolling to the side. Only the rise and fall of her chest indicated she was still alive, still breathing.
My relief at her being alive only lasted mere moments, before fear flooded me again. They turned to me and I knew I was next, more torture.
"Plmhfm..."
Just then I heard it, bells, church bells. I listened to them carefully, trying to register them, it could be a clue, something could guide Rose.
"Still defiant I see Princess." The male kidnapper stated.
I started as I realized he had been talking to me, I glared, making it clear that the gag was the only thing stopping me from spitting in his face. I knew my words would be mangled but I didn't care.
I replied with as much venom as possible. "Fhgg nhh."
Suddenly my hair was seized and my head was pulled right back, I could see another Strigoi standing over me.
He shook his head and spoke darkly. "Such language Princess, unbecoming of you..."
I screamed into my gag in frustration, before screaming in pain as the torture resumed.
'I have to keep resisting, stay strong, stay strong, don't give up, don't let them...win...' I told myself.
The pain reached a crescendo and then the male kidnapper spoke again.
"We are patient, dear Princess, so I ask again, join us."
It still worried me, the fact that his voice was so familiar, I recognized it, I knew I did, but where from.
Still I wasn't going to join them, not a chance. "Nmvmr!"
Silence followed my defiance and my heart sped up as I waited, waited for their response.
Finally the male kidnapper shook his head.
"So be it, if you wish to prolong your agony, that is what will happen." He stated.
He then nodded and the torture resumed, I screamed again and then suddenly felt the Strigoi seize my tank-top.
Realizing I cried out. "Whht, nh, NH!"
But it was useless, he ripped it completely off, I was now completely naked except for my panties, my breasts exposed to the laughter and stares of those in the room.
I screamed again as I felt the hand of the female kidnapper against my chest, branding me as she had Jill. The pain grew too intense and I once again passed out.
End of chapter, poor Lissa and Jill, their torment continues. Read and review please.