Roar of the DRagons (VI)

Kiyro was speechless by his blunt attitude, but he could not help but chuckle. He felt he could trust him for as long as he had been playing with M2 in the game. Though for some reason, the thought of introducing Eve bothered him a little, he still brushed it aside as if it was nothing. "I see."

"Well then, I'll be going. I'll see you around."

Kiyro was curious about what he meant but did not ask any further. Daulton left with his arms over on the back of his head as he whistled. He continued to walk towards the exit to go out to breathe fresh air.

I'm going to die. A vivid word that seemed to scream entered his mind. Kiyro looks around, confused. I need to get away from here. Please. Please don't find me. He's coming!

Everywhere he looked, he could not find the source of the thoughts. So instead, he stood there perplexed about where the intrusive thought came through.

What was that? Perplexed, he pulled his hands to his neck and gently rubbed them. I must be exhausted or something. He sighed and continued to walk once again.

While walking through the hallway, all of a sudden, Kiyro was pulled to the side. Grabbing his hand, Eve pulled him to a small dark space.

"Eve?" Kiyro was surprised that Eve was in front of her. Her dyed blue hair was strangely disheveled. Her face was haggard, as if she was running a marathon.

"Be quiet. There is someone after me." Eve hissed. She looked over to the side. "He's coming!"

Startled, Kiyro couldn't help but look over her shoulder, wondering what she was looking at. He noticed a silver-haired man; he remembered the man from the cafeteria named Red. One of the instructors for the Academy. Quickly he turned back and pushed her against the wall. He covered her with his body, shielding her.

It's him. He's going to hurt me. No. No. NO! Eve's thoughts flooded into his head like a flood. I saw him. I saw him and the monster. The nightmare. No. No. No. It's a lie; it can't be true. It was a nightmare. How is it possible? Why? How? Keep him away!

Kiyro's head was hurting from the intrusive thoughts that were like a bludgeon to his head. He scrunched his eyes and tried to block out the thoughts, but it was not as effective as he thought.

Kiyro's face inched forward towards her, almost barely inches away from face-to-face. Eve moved around uncomfortably but then stood still when he heard Red's footsteps coming closer and closer. Her face turned deathly pale.

It's him. It's him. It's him! Please, please, please. Keep the monster away! Eve's voice screamed into his mind deafening his senses and causing a horrible headache. He couldn't think straight at all.

"Eve, I'm sorry, but please calm down." He was holding his head with his hands massaging it, hoping it would go away.

He was hoping to stop her from screaming in his mind. The torrent of fear and terror made his soul shake to the point it rattled him. Without a second thought, his lips pressed down onto hers. It started as a light touch on her lips. It was wet and moist but, at the same time, soft and warm.

Please keep the monster- Eve's thoughts became white and silent.

Kiyro remembered the feeling of a kiss that he had shared with his past girlfriends, but this was slightly different. It was a sweet taste of apples that could be tasted on her lips. His lips gently caressed hers, creating an electric shock that numbed his lips.

Kiyro pulled back and noticed that the shaking and the fear were gone. "You calmed down." He smiled.

Even still, she did not move. What the hell? Was that not effective enough? Wait, what am I even doing? The momentary braveness was gone; instead, he felt his heart thumping hard. Holy crap! He did something that he never expected to do. He felt so stupid. But then, when he stared back at her, he noticed that she was frozen.

"Eve?" Kiyro tilted his head in worry. Was it even practical? Did I do it wrong? Maybe something different?

Kiyro could not read a single thought from her. Instead, he pulled her into his arms and hugged her tightly. He had begun to pat her on her head. "It's alright. Everything is going to be alright." Like a lullaby, he continued to chant.

Was this the right way? No, wasn't hugging her the first step if it didn't work kissing her? What the hell am I thinking? I'm going to get punched or something. His face was burning hot; honestly, he did not want her to see how red his face was.

"Eve? Kiyro?" A familiar voice called out to them.

"Alex?" Kiyro pulled back in surprise. "D-d-did you-?" Oh crap. No words could describe his shame. His face was still burning red like fire. This was the one time he wanted to hide for what he had done, but at the same time, he couldn't help but enjoy the tingling feeling left behind by the kiss. His hand unconsciously went up to his lip, but he stopped himself from touching it.

"What? Are you hovering over Eve like you were going to eat her alive? No, wait, Eve, are you crying?" Alex crossed his hands.

"No. I was just-"

"Just what?" Alex eyed him suspiciously.

"Eve, is Kiyro causing you trouble?" Alex asked.

Eve stares at Kiyro, then Alex, and back at Kiyro again. No words could form out of her mouth; instead, she stood there like a stone.

"Is she okay? You didn't shock her?" Alex curiously peered toward Eve.

"I-" Kiyro bowed and shouted towards Eve, "I'm so sorry! I didn't know what else to do."

"What the hell did you do? You didn't kiss her, did you? Is that why you were hovering over her?" Alex broke into a mischievous smile. "Ah, young love. I can smell it in the air."

"No! It's not like that at all! I was just h-h-helping her." Kiyro got flustered. He felt like he did something really bad.

"I-It's alright." Eve's voice brought Kiyro back to his senses. He glanced up to see Eve back to her old self. "Thanks, Kiyro."

Did he just hear her correctly? Did she thank him? He thought he would get hit. Confused, Kiyro straightens himself trying to reel back in his chaotic thoughts.

"Oh? So what did you do to help her? Huh?" Alex jabbed Kiyro on his side.

Kiyro didn't answer. Instead, he had a flash of his kiss with Eve.

"He hid me from the monster," Eve spoke in a low voice.

"Monster?" Alex asked, confused. "Who?"

"I think she was talking about the teacher with silver hair and red eyes."

"Red?" Alex asked, astonished.

"He's not the type to bother people. Are you sure?"

"I-" Eve could not speak momentarily.

"It's alright. You don't need to say anything." Alex gently spoke. "I'll keep an eye on him for you."

"Thank you," Eve spoke so softly that Kiyro would not have heard it if he was not paying close attention.

"I'll take her back," Kiyro spoke.

"That would be a good idea." Alex nodded. "It is best that you rest and feel refreshed for tomorrow."

Kiyro nodded. "I'll see you around."

Alex waved goodbye, and they parted ways. Kiyro gently guided Eve through the hallway, keeping a sharp eye on his surroundings. He made sure to look out for Red.

"Where is your dorm?"

"On the east side, behind the boy's dorm."

"Okay."

Together they quickly made their way to the girl's dorm and the front door of her room.

"Are you sure you are going to be okay?" Kiyro asked, worried that she might start a panic attack any minute.

"Yes, thank you." Eve glanced up at Kiyro and stared at him.

This made Kiyro uncomfortable; the memory of the kiss was brought up in his mind. "Y-you knows, forget about what happened today. I didn't mean to. I-I-I just thought it was the best solution to c-c-calm you down." Kiyro squirmed. What the hell am I saying? He wanted to hit himself for being such a coward.

Eve chuckled and laughed. "It's fine, Kiyro. I'm just glad that you were there."

"I-" Kiyro was flustered with words. "Well then, um."

"What are two little birdies doing out this late at night?" A deep husky voice called out to them.

Kiyro felt a sudden chill run up and down his back. He remembered that voice perfectly well.

Turning around, he saw Angel with a smile plastered to his face.

"He was just saying good night." Eve quickly stated. "I'll see you in the game. Bye." She pulled open the door and stepped in.

"Yeah, I'll see you in the game tomorrow." Kiyro quickly stated. He nodded and turned around to walk past Angel.

Angel grabbed Kyro's arm, stopping him in his tracks. "You do know that nightly encounters are all good, but tomorrow is a big day. So it is wise that you head straight to your room."

"I know, sir. I was just helping out a friend."

"That's nice of you." However, Angel did not let go; instead, his grip became harder. "I swear I feel like I've seen your face somewhere before."

"R-Really? I don't remember ever seeing yours except here." This was a lie, but he did not want to say anything more. The thought of the murder at the college campus crept up in the back of his mind. He did not want to end up like that. His instinct was telling him to run.

"I'm very positive I have seen your face before. What was your name again? Kyle?"

"Excuse me?" Kiyro was stupefied that Kyle's name had come out of Angel's mouth. "Wait, can

you say that again?"

"Hmm? Ah, I'm sorry your name was Kiyro."

"No, you said a different name."

"Really? It must have slipped my mind. Anyways good night Mr. Koga. I suggest you take a good rest for tomorrow." Angel let his arms go and turned to leave.

Kiyro wanted to chase Angel down and asked why he stated Kyle's name, but he just couldn't. Something about how he said it made him not want to move forward. Almost like Angel was dangling bait in front of his face. So instead, he kept silent and watched Angel go.