Ronin Warriors Fan Fiction ❯ Shadows ❯ Chapter 13 ( Chapter 13 )

Chapter 13

 

Opening her eyes, Satsuki looks around her bedroom. Noticing the bright sunlight streaming in through her window, she glances at the clock.

 

Shit! I was supposed to be up hours ago! I missed my Monday morning class.

 

Sitting up in bed, she looks at her computer in the corner of the room. Getting out of bed, she walks over to it and turns it on. While waiting for it to boot up, she walks over to the closet and pulls out some clothing.

 

Glancing over at her computer, she realizes it's ready to sign on. Walking over, she types in her password and presses enter. Walking over to her dresser, she grabs some underwear and a bra. Placing all her clothes on the bed, she walks back over to her computer and sits down.

 

Double clicking on her Internet icon, she opens up her email. Writing a quick email to her professor, she apologizes for missing class. Explaining that she had a bad night, she lets her professor know that she will see him later this week to find out what she missed. Clicking the send button, she slips out of her chair and picks up her clothes from the bed.

 

Heading for the bathroom, she quickly jumps into the shower. Minutes later she steps out of the shower, towels off, and gets dressed. Walking to her bedroom, she towels her hair and grabs her brush from her dresser. Brushing her hair, she grabs a hair tie and throws her hair up.

 

Rushing, she grabs her books from where she left them on couch last night. Slipping on a pair of shoes and grabbing her keys, she heads out of the apartment. Heading for the elevator, she pushes the down button and waits for the elevator.

 

At least I won't be late for my afternoon class.

 

Hearing the ping of the elevator, she steps in as soon as the doors open. Pushing the button for the garage, she waits as the door shuts and the elevator begins to go down. Tapping her foot, she hears the ping of the elevator again and realizes the elevator has stopped.

 

As soon as the door opens, she steps out and rushes to her car. Opening the door, she gets inside and throws her books into the passenger seat. Starting the car, she backs out of her space and, shifting the car into drive, pulls away.

 

*****

 

Glancing out of the window, Sage watches the driveway. Shifting his weight, he turns away from the window.

 

“Looking for someone?”

 

Turning, Sage notices that Rowen has joined him in the living room.

 

“Aren't you up early? Or is it past noon already?”

 

Laughing, Rowen just shakes his head. Saying nothing for a moment, he watches Sage. Cocking his head, Rowen places a hand on Sage's shoulder.

 

“Something bothering you, Sage?”

 

“I'm worried about Satsuki,” replies Sage, shaking his head. “I feel like I'm somehow to blame for this.”

 

“Careful. You're beginning to sound like Ryo.”

 

A short laugh escapes from Sage. Raising a hand, he runs it through his hair.

 

“It's not your fault.”

 

Glancing past Rowen's shoulder, Sage notices that Cye has entered the room.

 

“You do know that, right?” asks Cye, joining Rowen and Sage at the window.

 

“Cale wouldn't have known about her if it hadn't been for me,” replies Sage.

 

“The Warlords found out about her because she helped Yulie,” says Ryo, entering the room. “Being your sister had nothing to do with it.”

 

Nodding his head, Sage takes one more look out the window.

 

“Hey! What's going on?”

 

Turning, the four Ronins watch as the last member of their team enters the room. Pausing, Kento cocks his head and looks at Sage.

 

“Waiting for your sister to show?”

 

Nodding his head, Sage takes one more glance out the window.

 

“Dude, she has a class now,” says Kento.

 

“I think he knows that, Kento,” replies Cye.

 

“Hey! Just trying to help,” replies Kento with a shrug before turning his attention to the TV.

 

Shaking his head, Sage takes one more look outside before walking over to the couch.

 

“Mind if I play a game with you?”

 

Glancing up at Sage, Kento shakes his head. “Anytime.”

 

Sitting down, Sage picks up a controller, waiting as Kento selects a game.

 

*****

 

Getting out of class, Satsuki takes a short cut between two building. Going over the class discussion in her mind, she doesn't realize that someone is following her until it's too late. Jerked from behind, a hand placed over her mouth, Satsuki is pulled into a doorway.

 

Struggling against the hands that hold her, Satsuki tries to bring her foot down on the foot of the one behind her. Hitting nothing, she struggles to get her arms free.

 

“You don't think I'd allow you to hit me again, did you?”

 

Freezing, Satsuki's eyes widen. Cale…

 

“How was class?” whispers Cale directly into her ear.

 

Shivering from the sensation, Satsuki tries to pull away. Laughing at her attempt, Cale draws her in closer to his body.

 

Tilting his head, Cale brushes his mouth against her ear. Blowing gently into her ear, Cale smiles as he feels her tremble in his arms.

 

“You're mine, Satsuki,” whisper Cale. Sticking out his tongue, Cale traces her ear with just the tip.

 

Close to tears now, Satsuki tries to jerk free from Cale's hold. Opening his arms, Cale allows her to pull free. Whipping around, Satsuki faces the Dark Warlord of Darkness.

 

“Till next time,” says Cale, with a smirk before fading away.

 

Looking around, Satsuki can find no sign of Cale anywhere.

 

He's gone! Like he was never here!

 

Rubbing her arms, Satsuki rushes out of the doorway. Almost running to her car, she pulls her keys out and opens her car door. Slamming the door and locking it, Satsuki rests her head against the steering wheel.

 

Feeling her cheek dampen, Satsuki wipes her tears away. Taking a deep breath, she starts the car and pulls out of the parking space. Driving a little fast, Satsuki makes it back to the apartment complex in record time.

 

Pulling into her parking space, she turns the car off, opens the door, and gets out of the car. Shutting the car door, she rushes across the parking lot to the elevator. Pushing the up button, she glances around the darken garage. Hearing a ping, she jerks, until she realizes it's the elevator.

 

Stepping inside, she rides the elevator to her floor. Stepping onto her floor, she rushes down the hallway to her door and, using her key, unlocks and opens her door. Rushing into her apartment, she slams the door shut behind her. Leaning against the door, she breathes deeply.

 

He's just trying to fuck with my head. Slamming her fist against the door, she leans her head back. And he's doing a good job of it too!

 

Pushing away from the door, Satsuki tosses her books on the table and walks into the living room. Dropping down on the couch, Satsuki closes her eyes and drifts off to sleep.