Beneath the Bloodstained Moon
Chapter 12
The bus was alive with chatter, laughter bouncing off the walls as students buzzed with excitement for the picnic.
Alarica leaned against the window, watching the scenery blur past. Sienna sat beside her, unusually quiet, hands fidgeting in her lap.
Alarica Volkova (FL)
Relax, Sienna
Alarica Volkova (FL)
We are here to have fun.
Sienna Larke (Fl Friend)
*Smile* I... I know.
Sienna tried to smile but kept glancing toward the back of the bus. Alarica didn’t have to look to know who she was staring at—Ronan. He sat in silence, his usual arrogance replaced with something darker.
But he wasn’t the only one acting strange.
Kael was a few rows behind them, his long legs stretched out, one arm draped over the back of his seat.
He wasn’t joking around or making his usual cocky remarks. Just staring out the window, lost in thought.
Alarica Volkova (FL)
*Eyes move to him*
Alarica found herself waiting for him to say something. A snide comment, a sarcastic remark—anything.
Kael Vortigern (ML)
*Silent*
Alarica Volkova (FL)
(Strange) *Irritated*
Alarica Volkova (FL)
Forget them.
Sienna Larke (Fl Friend)
Huh? Them? *Confused*
Alarica Volkova (FL)
I mean that bastard. Let’s make this trip fun. *Smile and grab his hand*
Sienna Larke (Fl Friend)
*Laughing*
Sienna finally let out a small laugh when Alarica pulled out her phone, making ridiculous faces for a selfie. They giggled like little kids, lost in their own world, ignoring the heavy gazes lurking behind them.
Kael Vortigern (ML)
*Smile slightly while looking at her*
For a while, everything felt normal. Until the bus hit a rough patch on the road.
Alarica’s gaze flickered to the rearview mirror, and that’s when she saw it—Kael’s eyes locked onto hers.
Kael Vortigern (ML)
*Wink at her*
Alarica Volkova (FL)
*Eyes widen*
Her stomach twisted, but she forced herself to look away, pretending it didn’t affect her.
Alarica Volkova (FL)
(Fu*ker)
Alarica was enjoying the moment, teasing Sienna and making silly jokes, when suddenly—
Someone dropped into the seat beside her. She turned her head, only to find herself face-to-face with Kael.
Alarica Volkova (FL)
(What the hell is he doing here?) *Frowned*
Sienna stiffened beside her, sneaking a glance at Kael before quickly turning away.
Kael didn’t even glance at her, stretching out comfortably as if he had every right to be there.
Kael Vortigern (ML)
You don't own this seat, fighter. *Resting his arm on the back of her seat.*
Alarica Volkova (FL)
(He’s doing this on purpose.) *Clench his fist*
Alarica Volkova (FL)
And you don’t own me, so get lost.
Kael Vortigern (ML)
*Smile and finally look at her* But I like it here.
Kael Vortigern (ML)
Besides, I figured you’d want my company, considering how much you’ve been staring at me lately.
Alarica Volkova (FL)
*Mouth open slightly* (The audacity of this man!)
Alarica Volkova (FL)
Excuse me? *Scoff*
Kael Vortigern (ML)
Don’t play dumb, Rebel. You think I haven’t noticed?
Her heartbeat stuttered for half a second, but she refused to let him see the effect he had on her.
Alarica Volkova (FL)
You really are full of yourself. *Muttered*
Alarica shifting away, but the space between them was too small. His arm brushed against hers, sending an unwanted shiver down her spine.
Kael Vortigern (ML)
*Smirk* Tell me something, fighter.
Kael Vortigern (ML)
Do I make you nervous?
Alarica Volkova (FL)
*Roll her eyes* No. You make me nauseous.
Kael Vortigern (ML)
*Chuckled* Interesting
Kael Vortigern (ML)
Because your pulse tells me otherwise.
Alarica scowled, snatching her water bottle and chugging a few sips just to ignore the way her body betrayed her.
But Kael just sat there, watching her, his smirk never fading.
Sienna Larke (Fl Friend)
(The entire ride was going to be hell.) *Uncomfortable*
The bus screeched to a halt, kicking up a cloud of dust as it pulled into the picnic site—a vast, open field surrounded by towering trees, with a crystal-clear lake shimmering under the afternoon sun.
Excited chatter filled the air as students began piling out, stretching their limbs after the long ride.
Alarica Volkova (FL)
*Getup quickly*
Alarica was one of the first to stand, desperate to put some distance between herself and Kael. But just as she stepped forward—
Kael Vortigern (ML)
*Wrap his arms on his waist from behind* Careful fighter.
Kael Vortigern (ML)
You might trip in your rush to get away from me. *Whisper from behind in her ears*
Alarica Volkova (FL)
*Feel goosebumps*
Kael Vortigern (ML)
*Smirk*
Alarica Volkova (FL)
*Yank his hand away and turn toward him angrily* Keep your hands to yourself, Kael.
Kael Vortigern (ML)
No promises *Chuckled and walked forward*
Alarica Volkova (FL)
Bast#rd.
Sienna Larke (Fl Friend)
*Tugged at her sleeves* Come on! Let’s go before they start handing out tasks.
Alarica Volkova (FL)
*Nods*
As they reached the open field, students were already forming groups, some heading toward the lake, others setting up picnic blankets under the shade.
Ronan Drax (ML friend)
*Staring at them*
Sienna Larke (Fl Friend)
*Look at him and feel uneasy*
Alarica spotted Ronan near a tree, arms crossed, his jaw set tight as he watched her.
Alarica Volkova (FL)
Ignore him. *Muttered under her breath*
Alarica Volkova (FL)
He’s nothing but a walking tantrum.
Sienna Larke (Fl Friend)
(Easier said than done) *Thinking and feeling afraid*
Alarica Volkova (FL)
*Scoff* It would be easy if you start listening to me and stop being a coward.
Sienna Larke (Fl Friend)
*Confused* What?
Before Alarica could say anything, the teacher’s voice rang out across the field.
Students/teacher
Alright, listen up! Before you all run off, we’re assigning activity partners. Pair up everyone!!
Alarica’s eyes narrowed slightly. She wasn’t worried—she could be paired with anyone but Kael, and the day would be bearable.
The teacher began calling out names. One by one, the students were assigned in pairs.
Students/teacher
Ronan and Matt
Students/teacher
Sienna and Claire.
Alarica Volkova (FL)
*Sigh* (Good, at least Sienna’s safe.)
Students/teacher
Kael and Alarica
Her eyes snapped toward Kael, whose smirk widened ever so slightly, his hands still casually tucked into his pockets.
Kael Vortigern (ML)
Looks like fate really enjoys watching you suffer, Fighter. *Smirk*
He straightened up and walked off lazily. Meanwhile Alarica stood still, her fists clenched, so tightly her knuckles turned white.
Alarica Volkova (FL)
(Calm down Alarica. Control your anger. We don't want unnecessary drama here.)
Sienna Larke (Fl Friend)
*Looking at her*
She could feel Sienna’s gaze on her, but she didn’t turn around. She kept her eyes locked on Kael’s retreating figure, her jaw set.
Alarica Volkova (FL)
(This man. He will regret it if he dares to mess up with me again)
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