Thread: ᴠᴀʟᴋʏʀɪᴀ ᴄʜʀᴏɴɪᴄʟᴇs【ᴄʜᴇᴠᴀʟɪᴇʀ x ᴅᴀʀᴋᴇsᴛ_ғᴀᴛᴇ】

Kai listened attentively for several moments, a flustered blush stretched across her face as Riley attempted to dance around the question. Yeah, I get it. She replied rather abruptly, the slight pang of disappointment resounding in the far corners of her voice. Though she didn't outright reject her, Kai would be lying if she hadn't been hoping for more. A mixture of frustration and embarrassment struck Kai's facial features as she struggled to make sense of the situation. Sorry. I should have known better than to suggest something like that... especially after what I did to you. She shut her eyes for a moment as she spoke, shaking her head nervously. No. They were just friends. What had just happened was a one time thing, a case of losing control that she hoped would never happen again. Despite Riley dropping several hints that she would be okay with another encounter, Kai's aloofness seemed to win the day. I guess I'll just have to get used to it, right? I'm not exactly sure what this serum is supposed to do, but it must do something if the side effects are this... She paused for a moment, searching for the correct word. ... Lucid. S he said finally, turning towards Riley. The sniper bit her lip, crossing her arms against her arms nervously against her chest. I should get going. Kai moved past Riley, their shoulders brushing against one another as she moved past. The slight, momentary contact was enough to send a shudder throughout Kai's body, causing her to pause for a brief moment to regain her composure. This damn drug is strong . She thought to herself before pushing forward and out of the locker rooms. Once she was on her own, she decided to head back to her tent to get some rest... among other things... The Next Day... Kai had been reading a novel in her tent when she heard a set of footsteps approaching. Riley? Kai thought to herself, shutting the book immediately before turning towards her door. Several moments later, a familiar figure pushed through the door and entered her tent. Oh, hey Claude. Kai remarked, carefully hiding the disappointment that lingered in her voice. Why was she so disappointed that it was Claude and not Riley? Kai casually placed her hand over her face to hide the streak of red that had appeared at the very thought of it. What'cha need? She mused softly, hoping that the always ignorant Claude wouldn't notice her nervous demeanor. Hey Kai. I need to send you out on a scouting mission. Normally we'd send a scout for this, but we need this to be as discreet as possible. Claude explained. Kai almost immediately jumped up from her seat, the prospect of a mission was exactly what she needed to get things off of her mind. Yeah, sure. Give me ten and I'll be at the gate. Kai nodded, reaching for her rifle and hat. Anything else I need to know? Not sure. The brass says its a need to know basis. Claude extended his hand out towards Kai, the other end of a sealed, manila folder reaching towards the Gallian sniper. Everything you need to know is inside this folder. When you get back, they'll probably have you give a briefing on the situation. As soon as Kai had taken the folder into her hands, Claude turned and began to head for the exit. Oh, I almost forgot. Command says that you have to take your designated partner with you. Wait, what? Kai's face burned red at the thought of being alone with Riley again. I thought this was a solo mission! It is. But Riley has to keep tabs on you while you're under the effects of that serum. Orders are orders. The Gallian officer opened the door to Kai's tent, turning one last time, I told Riley to meet you at the gate. You can just fill her in when you get there. The door slammed shut behind him. Oh boy... Kai was already beginning to feel nervous at the very thought. She began to collect all of the gear she needed her sniper rifle, cold weather uniform, climbing rope and emergency rations in case they would be stranded for too long. Once she was ready to go, she slung her gear bag over one shoulder and her rifle over the other. It was time to go meet Riley at the gate... Kai arrived at the gate not too long after, her amber eyes catching a familiar silhouette in the distance as she approached. Hey Riley. She greeted nervously, still shy over the events that had happened just a few hours prior. Sorry that you have to come out with me like this... Heh- An awkward laugh escaped her lips, placing one hand behind the back of her head as she spoke. Probably not how you had wanted to spend your Valentine's Day, right? She mused softly, before removing the folder from her pack and opening the top. Inside of the folder, there was a series of pictures and documents, most of which had been stamped as classified. Was she supposed to be sharing this with RIley? Scouting mission, looks like. They want us to check the nearby valley to see if the enemy is guarding it and report back. She explained, before shoving the materials back into the folder. You sure you're okay with coming along with me on this?