Thread: Ruin And Rebirth (Mech Pilot and darkangel76)

It was clear that Cordy was a very trusting girl, by the way she seemed to already felt somewhat at ease with him, a misterious stranger, that could have any plan for her now that both of them were away from anywhere where she could ask for help. Six could guess that was due to her sheltered raising, where everyone was kind to her, protected her, and took good care of her. It made sense, from a psychological standpoint, but was something rarely seen in the world they lived. Actually, since leaving his stasis pod, it was the first time he actually seen someone like that. Someone that seemes willing to believe in the best of others and who had the courage to hope for the better always. It was a very dangerous disposition indeed, he couldn't deny, but still, that atittude undeniably had a charm of its own. It was strange to be in such company. But good. Heart warming. Considering her words on the topic of not knowing the northern farms, Six quickly came to the same conclusion as Cordy. It was highly unlikely that her settlement ignored what was north of them. They called it farms. Could be just a make up word to cover up the reality of what was really there, or maybe, it were really just farms. One way or another, he doubted they just assumed and never went to check it out, recon the area and maybe even trade some goods. The reason Cordy had no idea what really laid ahead, was that she was sheltered from the truth, whatever it may be. As a tactical advantage or a guide, the girl had pretty much no use whatsoever. Of course, Six had no expectation for her to be of any, from the beginning. She told him where she thought they could get some water, and that was enough. Wiilingness to help, these days, was a very rare thing indeed. Something ahead took the hybrid away from his thoughts, while they were still prety far from it, so far away that was probably just a dot on Cordy's eyes. Unnusual shape and height made it clear it wasn't any remaining road sign. What was it? They were closing on it pretty fast, but it was always a good idea to know beforehand. With a deep breath, Six squinted, forcing his vision to the maximum. As soon as they got a little closer, he could clearly see a human skull on top of a spike, in a very menacing sign. And right there, that was probablys the reason why Cordy's friends never came that way. They went through it pretty quickly, and the hybrid decided not to mention anything, less he would scare the girl who was already in pretty fragile state. When the second spike came, though, he felt her body tense up against his own, to the very tip of her perky breasts, which he could feel resting comfortable on his back. She saw it, very clearly this time. Six sighed slightly considering everything. He could see a single reason for those to be there to scare people away. From that, three options remained. First it was a bluff from whoever lived up north, to scare attackers by appearing to be a lot more intimidating and dangerous than them. The second one, someone from this side of the border posted those there to warn travellers of the dangerous up north. Last but not least, people that way were a bunch of crazy, sadistic fuckers. Either way, He would have to find out on his on account. Still, Cordy deserved the choice to step into danger or to go back, and so Six decided to offer her such. The bike quickly lost its speed, and came to a halt near a third spike, Six keeping its balance with his feet. That's a warming welcome, huh? - he stated, looking at the dirty, impaled skull. - Are you sure you want to come along the rest of the way? - he asked, turning his head to the side, so he could face her. Don't get me wrong, you'll be perfectly safe if you tag along... - stated Six in an over confidently, almost arrogant manner, as if the dangers ahead were nothing for him to be concerned about. - But it can get pretty scary for you I guess. - he finished.