D. N. Angel Fan Fiction ❯ Dark: In Love? ❯ Chapter 4: Time To Spill It ( Chapter 4 )

Dark…In Love?

 

A/N- This was one of the best ideas that I have gotten in a while. It took awhile to figure out how to have it make sense. I hope this works!

Disclaimer- Hey, if I owned this then Dark would be stealing several choice things just for me, then I'd re-chain him to my wall. Ah, but alas, I do not own them. It's a damn shame too! Pout!

'Riku's Thoughts'

'Night's Thoughts'

 

 

Chapter 4: Time To Spill It

 

 

Night couldn't help the laughter that burbled up in her chest as she leapt from building to building, her wings catching on the wind and flapping occasionally. “That went a lot better than I thought it would…wouldn't you say so, Riku?”

 

 

`I just can't believe you flirted with him like that…but I'll say this much, that look on his face. How did you do that Night? I've never seen the phantom thief so helpless before.' Riku still wasn't completely used to this whole, her changing into Night and visa versa.

 

 

Night's laughter only deepened as she landed upon a bridge that was near her home. “It's quite simple…Dark has…” suddenly her laughter stopped as she looked up at the clouds in the sky.

 

 

Letting out a sigh, Night sat down letting one leg hang over the edge of the railing, her voice tinged with pain and sorrow. “We've met before…several times in fact. You could say that Dark, Krad, and I are old friends…but that might be pushing it in some cases.”

 

 

Night's eyes darkened with remembered pain, she shivered as the wind blew past, causing her wings to bristle at the coldness in the air. `I…what do you mean by friends, were you guys ever more than that?'

 

 

Knowing that in order for Riku to understand the situation fully, she had to explain everything, finally spilling the beans after all this time but that didn't make it any easier to begin.

 

 

Getting to her feet, Night spread her wings and flew directly towards Riku's house, landing upon the balcony outside the window. `Night? Did you hear me?'

 

 

“Yes Riku, I heard you…its just…going to be a little difficult to explain. But it must be done…or this will continue to go on and I cannot let that happen. It must stop this time…if it doesn't…I don't think I can handle another lifetime of pain.”

 

 

Knowing her words sounded just as vague to Riku as they did to her, Night leaned against the railing and awaited the question that Riku was bound to ask.

 

 

`What do you mean another lifetime of pain? Has this happened before?' Riku was determined to get to the bottom of this, even if it took all night, she didn't know how right she was.

 

 

“Yes…this has been happening for many, many years. It all started back in the olden days, you know, medieval times.” Deciding it might be better if Riku's family didn't know about this, Night let their body change back, but remained in main control of it knowing Riku wouldn't object.

 

 

`Really? That long huh…well…how did it start then?' Riku decided that it would be best to let Night have control until she was done laying this all out, then they could get to bed, confident with her decision Riku waited for Night's answer.

 

 

“Back then, the sons of lords were made to marry who their fathers deemed worthy. Well, there was one young man who wanted a chance to find his own bride, so he struck a deal with his father. If he could steal a precious artifact that their rival country held, he would be given that chance.”

 

 

The world seemed to melt away as Night used her magic to pull both her and Riku into a dream state, leaving their body to lie upon the balcony in a deep sleep.

 

 

Seeing that Riku looked frightened, Night took her hand and pulled her to her side, `it is alright Riku, I have brought us into a world where I may show you that which I speak of. It is the only way to truly make you understand, you must see what I have seen and experience what I have experienced.'

 

 

Riku turned confused eyes upon Night, not totally understanding all this, `I don't get it…are you telling me that you were around clear back here?' Sweeping her arms wide to signal the old castle that they seemed to be standing before, Riku's expression turned incredulous.

 

Night only nodded her head and pointed at the stables that sat next to the castle, Riku followed with her eyes and nearly choked at what she saw.

 

Standing there, saddling a pitch black mare, was the one and only phantom thief Dark. Except he seemed different, his attire was different as well. His dark blue hair was fastened back in a loose ponytail while his clothes were just a plain tunic and breeches.

 

Riku couldn't help but stare, when dressed like that he seemed rather, `cute.' Night snickered as she strolled towards where Dark stood, Riku hurried after her.

 

`Um…he can't see us can he?' Night shook her head in exasperation, walking up to Dark, Night punched at him. To Riku's great surprise Night's hand when right through Dark's face and he didn't even react.

 

`How…'

 

`These are memories Riku, he isn't real, thereby he can't see us and we can't change anything that happens here.' Night let her hand drift to lightly trace Dark's jawline, her eyes filling with a deep longing, `no matter how much we may wish too…we just can't.'

 

`I think I'm starting to understand now…were you and Dark boyfriend girlfriend, or something like that?' At that Night jerked away from the medieval Dark, `justwatch, it will all soon make sence.'

 

Riku just shrugged her shoulders as she watched Dark mount the horse and take off into the nearby forest, around them everything flew by fast as they followed Dark closely, making Riku feel like she was a ghost or something.

 

Everything seemed to be on fast foreword or something, because as soon as Dark took off into the forest, they reached another castle. Dark slowly got off his horse and bent down, scooping up a handful of dirt and twigs, after sprinkling his hair he led his horse towards the guards that were standing outside of the entrance into the castle.

 

“You there, what be your business here?” Dark stopped at that, he lowered his head as his shoulders fell, “I am but a humble man seeking work…if you deem me worthy enough to speak with your Lord.”

 

Night remained silent while Riku drifted closer and attempted to kick at one of the guards, she instead when right through him and landed in a heap behind him. Because of that she had missed what was said and when she got up she saw that Dark was already inside the castle grounds, a guard at his side.

 

`Wha…what happened, what did I miss?' Turning to look at Night, Riku was met with slightly angered eyes, `the guard gave Dark permission to speak with the Lord, but he must be accompanied by a guard at all times. You just have to watch, that's it Riku, come on…they're moving inside to speak with the Lord.'

 

Motioning for Riku to follow, Night moved in after Dark, almost sticking to his side like glue. Letting out a huff at being left behind, Riku hurried to catch up, by the time she did they were standing inside a rather large room.

 

Dark came to a stop on his knees before an elevated platform, upon the platform sat three people. A man in the center, a woman at his side and a young man the same age as Dark off to the side, he was eyeing Dark warily.

 

`Who's that ass?' Riku pointed at the blonde guy that was still glaring at Dark, Night shivered as she glanced briefly at him.

 

`That is Krad…Dark's nemesis and worst enemy. Even during timeslike these that didn't change.'

 

Turning, Night watched the events of her past unfold while Riku only felt more confused.

 

The guard at Dark's side walked up to the man sitting in the middle of the platform, who Riku could only consider this Krad's father and Lord of the castle.

 

After being motioned to leave, the guard closed the door as he left the room. “So…you are seeking work, is this correct young man?” Dark nodded his head as he kept his eyes on the floor, “Yes Milord…I promise to be a great help in whatever position you deem me worthy of.”

 

The one called Krad snickered at that as he paced about Dark, as if appraising him. “May I suggest something father?” The Lord nodded his head, giving Krad permission to speak his mind.

 

“Well, since we are rather short handed for the arrival of Lord Soujirou and his family. I recommend that he be assigned to Lord Soujirou's daughter, she does need a chaperone while here and with our enemies spies everywhere it would make her better protected during their stay.” Krad then strolled up to his father and leaned against his chair.

 

Krad's father seemed to consider the suggestion before nodding his head and rising to his feet. Approaching where Dark crouched, he touched Dark's shoulder, “Stand and speak your name, that way we can inform Lord Soujirou of this turn of events.”

 

Dark did as he was told, getting to his feet he let the Lord lift his chin to look him in the eye. “My name is Haku Milord…it is a great pleasure to be able to serve you.”

 

The Lord chuckled as he released Dark's chin and made his way back to his chair, “No Haku, you are going to be serving Lord Soujirou's daughter, as a courting gift.”

 

Riku's eyes shot up at that, pulling on Night's sleeve insistently, `hey…did he just engage Dark to some Lord's kid?'

 

Night rolled her eyes as she pried her sleeve from Riku's grip, following where Dark had been lead from the room. `No…he has been given as a gift to the girl, showing Krad's interest in courting her. Don't you pay attention in school?'

 

Riku stuck her tongue out at Night while crossing her arms, `it's not like you actually have had school yourself, so nah!'

 

Night ignored her as the timeline moved foreword a day, they followed Dark as he was lead to a room and left in there, he began looking around and failed to notice that there was someone else in the room with him.

 

He was near the window when he heard something shift behind him, whipping about he tripped and started to fall out of the window when his hand was grabbed and he was pulled back in.

 

Night struggled to keep from crying as she watched the events unfold, Riku on the other hand had her mouth agape as the person who helped Dark came into being. Long dark blue locks that had been restrained in dual ponytails rested on either side of her face, her deep blue almost black eyes flashing as a small smile curled her lips.

 

`N…Night…that, that's you!' Riku turned to look at Night and saw that there were tears in her eyes, `Night? Are you alright?' Walking over, Riku placed a hand upon Night's shoulder.

 

Night turned slightly to look at Riku as her past self helped Dark to steady himself, he had still failed to see her. `I am fine, but yes, that is me. I was rather young at the time and almost immediately I fell in love with Dark. It was like…you know, love at first sight.'

 

A smiled curled her lips as she watched Dark trip and fall backwards when he finally saw her, `even now…I still love him…but that is not why we are here, so pay attention. The rest is going to pass by rather quickly.'

 

Riku was going to say something but thought better of it as she watched what must have been months pass. It now was a day where Dark and Night were running through the trees just outside of the castle, laughing and enjoying the afternoon.

 

Dark had pulled Night with him as he tripped, pulling them to the ground and causing Night's shirt to open slightly, revealing a glittering necklace that was very familiar.

 

`The fallen angel's tear necklace…what's that doing here?' Riku glanced at Night but she didn't answer her, so turning her attention back to Dark and Night, Riku listened.

 

“Oh! I didn't…uh…” Dark's eyes focused upon the necklace and his eyes grew wide in realization and shock. “Night…where did you get that?”

 

Night looked down and immediately covered the necklace up, getting to her feet she started back towards the castle, not saying a word to Dark. Hurrying after her, Dark turned her to face him, “Night…please…tell me, I've already told you all. Do you not trust me?”

 

Night seemed indecisive for a moment before she touched his cheek, “I do trust you Dark…this is just a sore spot for me. It is part of my family's legacy and once belonged to my grandmother. I am never to remove it, at least until I marry and have a daughter of my own, then I must pass it on. It is supposed to bring peace and happiness to my future family.”

 

She then turned from him and started walking again, leaving Dark to stand there thinking to himself. Not quite understanding what was going on, Riku walked over to Night, `what does this have to do with Dark, I don't get it.'

 

Night touched her neck where that necklace once sat, `that was the artifact that Dark came here to steal, now that he knows that I have it, he cannot bring himself to steal the necklace. So he has decided to do the next best thing..'

 

Riku caught on automatically as the scenery changed again, `he's going to take you and make a run for it, isn't he?'

 

Night just nodded her head as they watched Dark saddle the black mare from earlier and help Night up into the saddle, he then got on behind her and kicked the horse's flanks, causing it to go flying out of the castle's courtyard and past the guards.

 

`I see…but…did he love you in return Night?' Glancing at her side she saw Night's eyes darken in remembrance of something, it must have been something painful because her face grew pained.

 

`You'll soon find out,' glancing back, Night and Riku watched as Krad came flying after Night and Dark, his expression one of pure hatred and just seethed with the promise of revenge.

 

They watched as Dark and Night reached a small inn and stopped there for the night, Riku grew saddened as she watched how Dark carried a sleeping Night inside. He was so gentle about it that her question from earlier was answered almost automatically, Dark did love her and very much so.

 

Time fast forwarded again, to the following morning. It was raining buckets and when Dark lead Night out to the horse, he was tackled to the ground from behind, landing in a puddle of cold mud. Night screamed out his name as she shoved the person off of Dark, as she helped him to his feet the person removed his cloak, revealing a seething Krad.

 

“I see you know who he really is, hmm, I underestimated you Dark. You're more cold-hearted than I am, if that is possible. He didn't tell you did he, he's only taking you for that necklace of yours, he doesn't care about you Night.” Krad's voice exuded confidence as he sneered at Dark.

 

Night glanced between them before gripping Dark's arm, holding him close, “I already knew that and I don't care…I love him, so please just leave us be.”

 

Dark wrapped his arms about Night's shivering form, pulling her against his chest, “Night…I love you as well.” Night let out a sob as she buried her face in Dark's chest, gripping him as close as she could.

 

Krad watched all this, his hands clenched in anger, gritting his teeth he gripped the hilt of his sword as he took a threatening step towards Dark and Night.

 

Riku immediately jumped in the way trying to stop him, but Krad walked right through her. `Night! We have to do something, he can't do this, it's not right!'

 

Night only shook her head as she sighed dejectedly, `we can't do anything Riku, these are my memories, remember? Please, just watch what happens, you need to understand.'

 

Riku looked hurt but she nodded her head and stood at Night's side, watching the events of the past unfold before her.

 

Dark noticed that Krad was approaching threateningly, moving quickly, he pushed Night behind him as he gripped his own sword. “Krad, I'll ask you once more, please just let us go. We will never return here and interfere with you again, just let us go.”

 

Krad scoffed at that as he drew his sword, “now where's the fun in that, hmm? Besides, Night was to be my bride not yours, so she is going to return with me.”

 

Dark drew his sword as well, his expression serious and hard, “never, Night is coming with me. If you insist on fighting, I will oblige you, but I swear if you harm Night in any way…I will kill you.”

 

Krad glanced at Night once before nodding his head, “I swear that no harm will come to her, but that doesn't go for you!” With that, Krad launched foreword, his sword coming down in a strong sweeping arch.

 

Dark brought his sword to bear as he blocked the attack, shoving back he slashed at Krad, cutting him upon his arm. Blood welled from the wound and ran unchecked down his arm to join the rain upon the ground. Night had a hand held to her mouth as she watched with wide eyes, Dark was clearly the more skilled fighter of the two and he soon had Krad upon his knees, Dark's sword placed at his neck.

 

“Do you yield?” Krad limply nodded his head, apparently weak from all the cuts he had received in the fight. With a sigh, Dark replaced his sword and took a step away, “now leave us be, I do not wish to kill you, but if you should come after us again. I will not hesitate to do so.”

 

Dark then turned to walk back towards Night when she sighted Krad getting up wielding a dagger. Fear rushing through her, Night ran as fast as her legs could carry her to Dark's side.

 

Then Riku watched with horror as Krad brought the dagger towards Dark's back when Night suddenly leapt in the way, a scream ripped it's way from Dark's throat as the dagger was buried in her stomach. He caught her as she fell backwards, the necklace breaking from her neck to land at her side in the bloodstained mud.

 

Krad's face filled with shock as he sank to his knees before them, whispering his apologies. But Dark didn't hear him, his attention was wholly focused upon Night as her life slowly slipped away from her.

 

Riku could feel tears fill her eyes as she listened to the broken sobs that were coming from Dark, “please…Night, stay with me…please stay.”

 

Night lifted her hand and touched his cheek, a soft smile crossing her lips. “I will find a way back Dark, I swear I will…nothing can keep me from being by your side…I love you…”

 

Then her hand grew limp and her eyes grew dull, “NIGHT!” Dark's screams echoed through the cold air as Night fell limp in his arms, death claiming her.

 

Dark held her lifeless form for several moments before he gently laid her body down upon the muddy ground, getting to his feet, he drew his sword and approached Krad.

 

Pulling Krad to his feet, Dark handed him his sword and lifted his chin, Riku shook at the look in Dark's eyes, he was waaaay beyond pissed. “I'll give you a chance to defend yourself, but I will kill you!”

 

Then to Riku's even greater shock, both Dark and Krad started fighting, cutting each other repeatedly before stabbing one another. Then just as suddenly as they had begun, they both fell to the ground dead as well.

 

Riku clasped a hand to her mouth in shock, after a moment though, she turned to look at Night. Night's expression was distant as she walked over to the necklace and touched it, Riku slowly followed.

 

“This is how it all began, my blood and that of Dark and Krad was sealed to this necklace that night. God heard my promise to Dark and this is his way of giving us a chance of being together again. But every time we are brought back, Krad finds a way to keep us from being together.”

 

Getting to her feet, Night pulled them both from the dream world and Riku opened her eyes, to find herself lying upon the balcony. Standing, she walked inside, her expression unreadable.

 

Risa came walking out of the bathroom to see Riku walking past, “hey, where have you been sis?” When she got no answer she followed and watched with great confusion as Riku just climbed into bed, not even changing her clothes or attempting to remove her shoes.

 

Deeming her sister just plain weird, Risa went about her normal nightly routine.

 

Riku had heard her sister's question but she just didn't feel like answering, she had too much to think about.

 

`Night?'

 

`Yes Riku?' Shifting upon her bed, Riku looked outside, `I'm sorry that happened to you, I promise I'll do whatever it takes to help you.'

 

Night smiled at that, `Thank you Riku. Now you had best get to sleep, tomorrow we start the search to find out just who Dark has picked to be his handler.'

 

Riku yawned as she closed her eyes, “you said it Night.”

 

A/N- I hope that suffices for now, I have the next chapter started already. Was on a roll when I came up with this. Till Next Time...Ja Ne!