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˚₊♥︎ Chapter 3 ♥︎₊˚

Three butterflies

~Y/N POV~

Chishiya took me to that place where he lives. It is called « The Beach », some kind of big luxurious hotel. It is ruled by the « Hatter », a man with a huge ego that tries to collect all the cards. He thinks that, this way, he'll be able to get out of here. His theory is interesting. Those cards probably have a role in all of this, collecting them is a good idea. Plus, that guy managed to gather hundreds of people behind him, people that will do anything to save their leader. He created a whole personality cult around him. I don't know how to feel about it, he's playing a dangerous game. But it seems to be working for now, let's just hope it stays stable a little while.
Chishiya also told me about the Excecutives, a council that helps to rule the hotel and take decisions. He's part of it, apparently. I wonder how he got access to that position. I guess that's just his thing, manipulate people to get what he wants.
He then explained to me the three rules of The Beach. The dress code, a supposedly way to prevent people from hiding weapons on them. The impossibility to hide things from them : no locks on doors, duty to give all of our cards,... And there's the third rule. « Death to the traitors ». Pretty self-explanatory.
On the outside, this place seems like a huge joke, but it's even worst on the inside. It's a debauchery, full of alcohol, of sex and of games. It seems like those people have forgot that their lives are in danger.
Once accepted inside The Beach and dressed up, Chishiya showed me around. The bedrooms, the lobby, the dinning place, the pools, the club room,... This hotel is like an immense labyrinth, I could easily get lost without Chishiya. He ends the visit on the roof of the hotel. We both stand there, on the edge, staring at the people around the pool.

Chishiya : Here we are, I've showed you everything.

I nod, still focused on the agitation down here.

Chishiya : So, what do you think of it ?

I look back at Chishiya. His face is neutral, impassive, detached. Nothing seems to hide behind that question. Still, I have to stay careful. He's an executive, he works for the Hatter, everything I say could be repeated to him. Even if Chishiya doesn't seem to like him or to colaborate with him, he'll do anything to survive. During the last game, he was always in the back, waiting for people do to the job for him and only intervened in last necessity. He would throw me to the wolves without an hesitation if needed. He has already shown himself manipulative toward me, he might do it again right now. I must be cautious, even outside of games.

Y/N : It's huge.

He hums, half listening to my words. His eyes are lost in the void, his mind, somewhere else. He's thinking. I don't know about what, but it stresses me. I feel my heart beat faster.

Chishiya : That's for sure.

Suddently, a spark appears in his eyes. He turns to look at me, still impassive.

Chishiya : Is that all ?

I stare at the sky for a few seconds, searching for something else to say. I still have to say bad stuff about this place. It wouldn't be logical for me to love it, Chishiya would know I'm not being totally honest, if he doesn't already know.

Y/N : It's really noisy, I don't know how I'll be able to sleep with loud people partying outside.

Chishiya smirks, amused. He raises an eyebrow and comes a little closer to me. His eyes shine with a hint of playfulness. He knows, he definitly knows.

Chishiya : That's really what you think ? Is that all ?

He laughs in a sigh, coming even closer. My heart trembles under his gaze. I must not give in to panic, even if he knows. I take a deep breath to prevent myself from moving back.

Chishiya : You can be honest, you know ? I won't repeat anything to Hatter. Even if I did, he probably wouldn't care anyway.

His smile is less mocking, almost compassionate. He stops a meter away from me and shrugs.

Chishiya : That place sucks, right ?

He seems honest, which is disturbing. Under his gaze, I feel I'm letting my guard down. I can't do anything against it, his eyes are too strong. Sparks are running inside them like shooting stars. Chishiya blinks, sending one of them directly inside my heart. Another spark, another butterfly. The two others quickly join it. They're flying together, passing through my stomach like an air flow. They're three now. How ? How does he...
Chishiya still stares at me, waiting for an answer. I swallow, then sigh.

Y/N : It's weird.

He nods. His eyes won't quit mine, and mine can't quit them. I bury my hands inside my pockets. Like that, maybe I'll be able to hide the fact that they're trembling.

Chishiya : Mmh, it is.

He finally looks at the horizon, setting me free from his gaze. The small breeze takes away his smile. He's staring at the clouds.

Chishiya : I'm gonna steal all the cards and leave this place.

My heart skips a beat.

Y/N : You're what ?

He sighs while turning around. He looks totally serious.

Chishiya : You've heard correctly, I'm going to steal all the cards and leave this place.

Y/N : Why ? How ?!

Is he insane ?! The Hatter cleary stated that any act of betrayal would lead to death. Stealing the cards is probably the worst treason he could ever do. It's extremely stupid and dangerous !

Chishiya : I'm working on a plan. As for why...

His face becomes even more serious.

Chishiya : You know this place is fragile. If anything happens to Hatter, it's gonna fall apart in an instant. I don't think you still want to be here when that time comes.

Y/N : What do I have to do in all of this ? Why are you telling me about your plan ?

Chishiya doesn't flinch. He remains impassive, thinking about his next words. As for me, my fear is impossible to hide. I don't like that plan at all.

Chishiya : I'll introduce you a friend of mine. She's part of the plan too. Then, we'll explain everything to you. But two people won't be enough for my plan, that's why I'm asking you. What do you think ?

I frown, perplexed. Something is off. It doesn't make sense for him to let me know about the plan. He saw me twice, it's clearly not enough to trust me. If I denounce him, he'll get killed, why would he take that risk ?
On the other hand, integrate his plan could be a good idea. Like he said, that place is fragile. It could break at any moment. Chishiya seems smart, getting on his side is an interesting choice, and making him my enemy would be absurd. I think I should join their plan, or at least know what they have in mind.

Y/N : Ok. Show me your friend.

Chishiya smirks, satisfied. Everything goes as he planned.

Chishiya : Alright then, let's go.

~End of chapter - 1243 words~