Thread: Hidden World (darkangel76 & Neophyte)

Cara wanted to shrink back and hide the moment the words of her question spilled out of her mouth. They seemed to affect the mercenary, letting her know that he definitely had a clue about things. But at the same time, the expression that washed over his face as he processed what she was asking made her wonder if shed stepped over a line. Fearful she did, she bit down on her lower lip, her bag held tightly against her chest as she felt herself growing smaller and smaller in the mans presence. Just then, before Cara could even look away, she watched the man turn on his heels and head toward another room of his place. Quirking a brow, she tried to peer in a little. He hadnt invited her in, but he hadnt turned her away either. She was confused, not sure what to do. As a result, she just stood there feeling helpless and hopeless and more than worried shed done something terribly wrong. Luckily, the man returned and gestured she come inside and get comfortable. As it would seem, it appeared as if he was willing to talk, to tell her what she both wanted and needed to know about what was going on about her. Shed been so clueless about everything and it was this man who would open her eyes to reality. She just knew it. Still a trying to shake the nervous feeling she had while shed been making her way to this mans place, Cara tried her best to stay calm. She took a deep breath and let out the air slowly. As she focused on her breathing, she entered his place and sat herself down so that she could give him her full attention. Something told her his story would be a lot to absorb and more than likely come off as outlandish. Bracing herself for the explanation to come, she put her bag down on the floor at her feet and adjusted her body so that she was comfortable. Looking into his eyes, she listened intently as he began to speak. The mercenary told Cara of the Templars. Of demons and parallel universes. Everything he said was making her head spin, her eyes lose focus. It was harder than shed thought it would be to process everything he was telling her. But, without a doubt, she believed him. There was something about him, about the way he carried himself, how he looked at everything. At her. It was clear that hed seen more than most, things she couldnt comprehend. At least, not until now, unless hed help her. Teach her. She wondered if hed dare. After all, she had her mothers blood running through her veins. Blood of a Special. Could this man awaken that part of her? Was such a thing possible? As Caras mind began to drift slightly, her focus suddenly snapped back. why did you try to find me? And what the hell were you doing in my bathroom while I was showering? the man asked, his eyes narrowed a bit as he waited for her to answer. Cara felt her blood run cold in that instant and again she felt her body begin to shake. I she stammered and then shifted about in her seat nervously. Im sorry about that. Pausing, she looked down at the floor. She just couldnt look in his eyes. I needed to talk to you and since you were staying with us Well, I figured I may as well pay you a visit. Just then, she found a tiny bit of courage and looked back into his eyes once more. It wasnt my fault you were showering when I entered. I Well, I did knock. Caras cheeks turned red. The mercenary had indeed been showering and she hadnt missed any of the angles of his body either. He was beautiful, most pleasing to her eye. And though she hadnt expected to see him naked, a part of her hadnt regretted that. Nor did it regret that brief moment when his lips had touched hers Closing her eyes for a moment, she felt her breath catch. Silently, she scolded herself. I swear I knocked, Cara whispered. Cara wanted to ask him about Jessica, but she stopped herself. Obviously he hadnt been aware of the mistake when it had happened. His passing out had been more than proof of that. Besides, she barely knew him. To pry into such things wasnt her place, wasnt her right. If he wanted her to know, hed tell her. And he would do so when he deemed it appropriate and not a moment sooner. Trying to distract herself from her curiosities, Cara moved on to the other part of the mercenarys questions. And since I hadnt been given the chance to speak with you, I had to find another way. So her voice trailed just then. There was no way she could sugar coat what shed done and the potential obstacles it could cause them both. So, I ran away. I found out your address from Peter. He wont tell though. And he wouldnt. Though she knew that her father would eventually figure out that it was he who divulged the information to her. It wouldnt take long before it was realized she was gone and when that happened Is it all right if I stay the night here? she then asked. I brought my bag. I wont be any trouble. But please, she begged, her pale eyes pleading with him. Please can I stay here at least tonight? Ill figure out what to do tomorrow. Despite her words, Cara honestly had no idea what shed do the following day. She had money, but not enough to last more than a few days. After that, shed be on her own and out of luck. Shed never been out on her own before, had no idea what was needed to be done. But she couldnt let this man know that. Not yet, if she could help it. More than likely he probably already thought her silly and thoughtless, but then she could hardly blame him of that. She did act rather impulsively. But still, there was no way she could stay there. Not after the things her father had called her, after striking her the way he had. Just then, Caras hand went up to her slightly bruised cheek. She winced a little both at the pain and the memory of what had happened. She never thought her father capable of such things, to turn on her the way he had. Sure, she understood that he might have had her best interests at heart, but what parent would strike their daughter in such a way? And then she felt her eyes prickle with tears call her a whore when she hadnt even done anything. But I would have came Caras thoughts. She didnt know the why of it, but the intrigue and connection shed felt, hell still felt, was more than enough for her. She knew it shouldnt be that way, but she couldnt ignore how her body responded. All she could do was keep herself in check. After all, what would a man like him see in her anyway? Especially one he didnt really know. Please? May I? Cara asked, her hands shaking as she awaited the mercenaries answer.