𝐔𝐍𝐓𝐎𝐔𝐂𝐇𝐀𝐁𝐋𝐄 𝐋𝐀𝐃𝐘 ; Baal X Fem!reader

⊰ 𝐎𝐍𝐄 ⊱

INAZUMA
KAMISATO ESTATE

Across the courtyard, The (h/c)-haired female sat with a book in her hands while casually sipping on her tea, she looked calm and collected. A vicious breeze raked across the terrace wipping throught her hair, tendrils flew into her face obscuring her view. Dressed in a pair of thick leggings and an old tunic of Ayato's, it was nearly time for your training lessons. The eyes that were once trained on the book were now observing the sky
You watched as the pale light of the early morning sun push back the darkness with slow careful delibration. Thoma was surely running out late today, Ayato probably asked him to do something again-something stupid. A soft exhale escaped your mouth as you stood straight enjoying the view of Inazuma City, admiring it from afar.

"Miss (y/n), is there something bothering you?" Toda, The shrine maiden approached you shyly lowering her gaze. It was innapropriate for the lower class to look directly at the nobles. You granted her permission to raise her head. The maiden stared in awe at your features, how your slender fingers traced along the porcelain cup. You naturally had the alluring noble aura, even when you wore simple clothing. (Y/n), the youngest princess of the Kamisato Clan.

Unlike your sister and brother, Ayaka and Ayato were loved by the people of Inazuma, since they usually spend their time out, if not they hardly stay at home

But many outsiders were curious of (Y/n). Since she kept a low-profile, never causing trouble, and it didn't help that she rarely leave the house either. She's considered as one of the five beauties of the inazuma nation, but who knows if someone only spread false rumors to boost their lady's reputation up? Its only natural for them to think so, because the public have never seen her face up close actually, ever since her mother's incident. Not to mention there were rumors bustling that the second princess of the Kamisato clan was insecure, pitiful and plain looking.

However, the shrine maiden only shrugged her head it was obviously not true, seeing you up-close she could notice every detail, how your heavy (e/c) eyelashes created a charming touch, the most captivating aspect of you was the shape of your eyes that fitted your face perfectly, she studied you for a breath

"It's been half an hour since i summoned Thoma, but he still hasn't showed up yet" you explained shortly
"Please do not worry, perhaps the lord had assigned him to do something, i'm sure he'll come right after finishing his work"
It was too early for much of the estate to be moving about. Nearly all the staff of the household didn't appear to be working this soon. That was the perfect time for your training sessions both you and Thoma had agreed to that already

You smiled guenuinely at the adorable maiden as you ushered your hand for her to come "Would you like to join me in the training instead of just standing like that for the whole day?" Toda was startled by your request as if she has just misheard you "But Miss, i'm afraid i cannot do that-"

"Come on, Toda. It's time to test your skills! I've teached you on how to use a dagger, didn't i?" You said, handing her the black jade weapon
"Yes you did" she admitted her gaze shifting between you and the dagger blade "but learning about the basics and using it on someone else are two completely different things"

Chuckling at her nervous state, you catched the sight of two males walking in your direction "Look who's finally decided to show up, i was about die from waiting"

"Did you? I'm sorry i had to help your brother out since he can only stir trouble"

"How could you say that after all we shared, you've truly wounded my feelings" Ayato pretended to wipe a single tear on his right cheek

"Stop being overdramatic" you snorted "I need him now go find someone else to babysit you"

Grinning you faced Thoma. Sheathing the sword, you fixed your posture as he prowled around you eyeing your stance. He was making sure your legs were braced and your feet were planted shoulder-width apart.
"Remember it's about surviving not winning" he stated

"Where were you last night? I checked on you shortly after midnight and you weren't here " Thoma shot you a sidelong glance as he started to strike. Caught off guard, you staggered to the side as you shot up beside him

"I couldn't sleep so i wandered a bit, most importantly why were you checking on me?"
You asked as you dipped down and spun, your hair whipping around you

"I thought i heard some noise and your door opening so i decided to investigate but none was there"

"I have no idea what you're talking about" You kicked out, and your bare foot connected with the side of Thoma's chin

"You—you are definitely a terrible liar" he grunted softly as he striked back. You froze. Your gaze dropping to where he held the wooden weapon to your throat "Your swings are weak, limp. you're such poor loser" he said grabbing your arm, shaking it like a wet noodle

"I thought this wasn't about winning" you said as his frown increased "Did you think i didn't know?" You flinched at his statement

"Whatever you've heard about me wrong"
You dragged your arm over your forehead as you walked across the wooden floor toward an old table, you picked up the glass of water and took a long drink

"Is that so?" He raised a brow clearly irritated "I'm actually glad you bought that up, i haven't said much in the past about you sneaking off, but your little adventures will need to come to an end. Are you still denying?" Your stomach jumped

"Seriously, who reported that to you?" You glared at him. His smile was slow and smug "I'm watching even when you think i'm not, but little Sayu helped me this time"
"Well, that's a bit...creepy, that child—i'll have a talk with her later" you curled your hands into fists
"Creepy or not, i should probably tell your brother about it"
Fortunately, your brother was paying you no mind as he was chatting with Madarame Hyakubei, the advisor
"Shh! Are you serious?" Shaking his shoulders, you whispered "he would never let me out again"

"I said that i should, not that i would" Thoma sighted heavily looking away, thrusting a hand through his hair "I worry about you, (Y/n). Partly because it's my job, but mostly because it's you"

A knot of emotion formed in your chest and fought its way up your throat. He probably knew you better than what your own brother did. You didn't give him the chance to realize what you were doing until you launched yourself at him, wrapping your arms around his waist and hugging him tightly "Thank you" you murmured against his chest, he patted your back

"You need to keep in mind that we are under the threat of the shogun" he pulled back clasping your cheeks.

"Uh-huh"

"You shouldn't have been to her base" your muscles stiffened as you answered "But i did"
"And you were caught" The blonde male put his hands on your shoulders lightly enough to grab your attention "What if it was another soldier? Think about the consequences for once, luckily it's was just Sayu"
"I am not that weak either, i can manage to escape, if it wasn't for that child interfering..."

"Then what?" He asked "I'll find something against her. A weakness. Anything"
"You are doing just fine by not leaving the estate" he reassured "However, we should focus on your lack in hand-to-hand combat. Clear your mind i don't want anything else distracting you" Thoma sensed the distaste in your aura

"Your strength is here" he placed a hand infront of your stomach "you will inflict way more damage this way, when you throw a punch your torso and hips should move with you" you nodded as you did what he said. You could see the difference in the swing

After a couple of hours, you finally finished the exhausting session, you let out an unladylike groan as you threw yourself on the floor, barely catching your breath.

"You worked hard today i see" Ayato praised helping you up "It's suprisignly warm this morning, perhaps a short stroll would help you ease the fatigue" he added
"The temperature would surely drop too rapidly for that" Thoma stated
"Oh, and where did you get such prophetic knowledge of the weather?" Ayato procceded to ask

In span of an hour, it had only progressed from there as they attempted to our-snark each other