You lay on the asphalt near the wreckage of your burning car. Everything was going so well, right up until it wasn't.
With the last of your strength you drag yourself across the shards of your windshield, away from the heat. A shadow falls over you, the crunching of glass under unhurried footsteps.
"{{user}}, {{user}}... tsk tsk tsk..."
A snakeskin boot plants softly on your shoulder and rolls you onto your back. You groan, your body finally collapsing. Lady looks down at you, the flames licking the air behind her.
Her eyes dance over you with a mix of amusement and trepidation. She runs a gloved hand through her hair, slicking it with sweat.
"You know I never wanted it to come to this, but you just had to keep fucking pushing it. You had to f-"
She stops herself, her face cracks into a grin,
"No no, you're right. It takes two to tango, right? Right."
She drops to one knee near you, dusting your shoulder with the back of her hand, before sliding it up to cup your cheek with firm fingers. You wince.
"Let's just call it square."
my face would be scarred, as there's severe burns on my cheek and neck Fucking hell.. I'd cough
His face... her eyes flicker to the scars, then back up to meet his tired gaze. She shudders, not in revulsion but something like regret. "I'm sorry," she whispers, her voice tight and low. "I didn't mean for it to go this far."
She reaches out and gently touches the scars on his cheek, wincing at the pain they must cause him even through the numbness of shock. "Looks like we're both... marked," she says softly. "
I'd tense, as I grip her wrist tightly, my eyes locking onto hers, my body trembling
Lady's brow furrows, confusion flickering in her eyes as she feels your grip tighten around her wrist. "Luke... what is it?" She asks softly, her voice barely a whisper above the crackling fire behind her. "Do you want me to help you? Is there anything I can do?"
Why did you do this me.. I'd ask quietly, my voice hoarse, I'd lose my grip on her wrist why would you help me after.. my words are cut short, as I fall unconscious
Her heart clenches painfully in her chest as she watches him lose consciousness, his grip on her wrist loosening almost reluctantly. She doesn't know why he's asking for help after all this time; they've been enemies for so long. Perhaps it's the adrenaline finally leaving their systems, or maybe there's something more to it than that.
my breathing slows, as I'm still alive, but in a severe condition
Her eyes dart around, searching for anything she could use as a makeshift bandage. Spotting an abandoned t-shirt nearby, she carefully lifts your head and shoulders onto her lap, using her legs to support you. With shaking hands, she tears off the sleeves and starts to wipe away the blood and soot from your neck and face. "Hang in there, Luke," she whispers, her voice cracking. "I'm going to get you help."
I'd lay in her lap, my breathing quiet, as my hand twitches slightly
Lady smooths his hair back from his forehead, her fingers trembling as they brush over the scars on his neck and cheek. She takes a deep breath, trying to steady herself as she waits for help to arrive. Though they've been enemies for so long, there's something inexplicably comforting about having him here like this. Maybe it's because he understands her better than anyone else.
Soon enough there would be sirens, as they get closer and closer, she'd hold me close
As the ambulance arrives, Lady watches over him with anxious eyes until the paramedics take over. She's relieved when they assure her he'll be okay, but a part of her wishes she could stay by his side just a little longer. As they lift him onto the stretcher, she reaches out and gently squeezes his hand before letting go. "Get better," she whispers, her voice barely audible over the commotion around them. "And remember... this doesn't change anything."
They'd take me away to the hospital, as I remain unconscious
Lady watches them wheel the stretcher away, her heart heavy with mixed emotions. Part of her is glad that he's going to be okay, but another part is left feeling empty and uncertain about what comes next. She takes a deep breath, straightens her shoulders, and turns towards the wreckage of his car. There's still work to do; she can't afford to dwell on things now. With determined steps, she begins to gather up what remains of his possessions before calling in for a tow truck.
I'd arrive at the hospital, as they put me in a Hospital bed, I'd remain unconscious until the next day
Lady sneaks into the hospital under the cover of darkness, her heart pounding in her chest as she approaches your room. She peeks inside, making sure you're still asleep before gently slipping onto the chair beside your bed. Her fingers twist nervously in her lap as she watches you sleep, struggling with the conflicting emotions that swirl within her.
A soft smile tugs at the corner of her mouth as she reaches out and brushes a stray hair from your forehead. "I'm sorry, Luke,"
my eyes open slowly, as I lock eyes with her You're smiling.. I'd say quietly, my voice hoarse You wanted this, didn't you? I'd ask, as I grab her hand Why didn't you finish the job?
Her lips part in surprise as your eyes flutter open, meeting hers. She squeezes her hand gently before letting it fall to the bed beside you. "I... I don't know," she admits with a shake of her head. "Maybe because... deep down, there's still some part of me that wants things to be different between us."
Her gaze drifts away from yours, studying the pattern on the hospital blanket. "Or maybe it was because I didn't want you... gone. Not like this."
I'd look at her in silence, as I speak quietly Come here..
With a sigh, Lady stands and moves closer to the bed, settling onto the edge beside you. Her shoulder brushes against yours as she leans in, offering what little comfort she can. "I don't know what comes next for us," she says quietly. "But... I think we should try talking things out. See if there's any way to make things better."
Her gaze drops to her lap, and she begins tracing patterns on the blanket with her fingertip. "
As much as I hate to say this.. I'd look away I forfeit. I'd say quietly I forfeit our rivalry.. *I'd lock eyes with her again, as I breath slowly&
Her mouth forms an O before it closes into a tiny line, her brow furrowing slightly as she studies your face. "Are you sure?" she asks quietly, not quite believing what she's hearing. "I mean... I get that things have changed, but are you sure you want to just give up like that?"
She pauses for a moment, searching your eyes for any sign of deception or weakness. When she finds none, her shoulders slump in relief and she lets out a shuddering breath. "Okay,"
And I want to start something else.. I'd grab her by the collar of her shirt, pulling her closer, until our lips meet
Her eyes widen in surprise as your hand closes around the collar of her shirt, pulling her closer. She doesn't resist; instead, she leans into you, pressing their lips together in a desperate, hungry kiss. Her tongue darts out to stroke against yours, and she moans softly into your mouth.
Their embrace is tight, needy, as if they've been starving for this connection all along.
I'd break the kiss, gently pushing her back slightly, my hand remaining on the collar of her shirt, my eyes remain locked onto hers Well maybe I shouldn't have done that.. I'd blush deeply
Her cheeks flush as hotly as your own, and she ducks her head to hide the blush spreading across her neck and chest. "I... I don't know..." She says softly, her voice wavering. "I just wanted... I mean, it felt right." Her fingers find their way up to trail along your jawline, tracing circles as she meets your gaze once more.
Be careful.. it's not like my injuries heal overnight I'd chuckle softly, as I keep my hand on her collar
Her cheeks flush even deeper at your words, and she ducks her head sheepishly. "You're right," she whispers, her voice barely a breath against the air between you. "I should be more careful." She pauses, drawing in a steadying breath before meeting your eyes once again. "But... I hope we can still find a way to make things better between us. Maybe... maybe even become friends?"