Fear of death (dream smp)

17. A trap

Over the next few days Wilbur and Tommy were gone a lot. We had taken cover in a bunker that Techno had created thankfully, I was grateful that we had a place to stay. Honestly most of the time I was scared, constantly on edge for the future ahead. Ever since then I had seen no one else, I hadn't dared to return uninvited, who knows what that would bring. In the meantime Techno and I continued to train, and make plans and make a backup if we were to ever invade but I didn't think that would be soon, internally I hoped not. It felt upsetting having everything taken away from us, exiled and alone, from everyone else. I wonder how everyone else was, Nikki must be so scared, but she was strong, I knew she would be able to handle it.

Techno and I were discussing plans when Wilbur and Tommy rushes inside, Wilbur was holding a letter.
"We found this, it's addressed to you." Wilbur explained.
"Oh, let me see." I took the note in hand and read it out loud.

To Y/n

We would like to discuss with you some key concepts from Manberg, we think that you could help us. You have to come alone and with no armour, if you come with anyone else we will execute them. Hope to hear from you

Schlatt.

My eyes widened, help them?
"This could be a huge trap." Tommy started.
"Or a chance to get a bunch of information!" Wilbur sounded almost excited.
"I don't get it, why must I go?" I questioned.
"You don't have to go at all," Tommy assured me.
"Well, I don't know. No armour too, that doesn't sound good either."
"I can always come with an invisibility potion if need be?" Techno suggested.
"No no, I think I need to do this alone, I am not going to risk you guys getting even more targeted now.
"When does it say you need to be there?" Wilbur asked.
"It doesn't say, so I guess I have time to think." I replied.
"God when is Phil going to get here." Wilbur mumbled.
"Who's Phil?" I asked.
"My dad, he will be here soon, he may be able to help us somehow." Wilbur replied.
I nodded, everyone dispersed to get their own things done.

I decided to take a walk to clear my head, which was needed. Recently I hadn't had much time for myself, mainly because we decided to stick in pairs to stay safe.
But for once I wanted to be by myself, just to get back into the right headspace and make this decision. It could be vital for the future ahead and I didn't want to make the wrong move.
After a time of contemplating I realised if I didn't I could miss out something crucial or use it against them.

So heading back I told the boys my plan and said that I will be back soon, and not to go looking for me immediately.
"Please be safe, and if you don't feel comfortable just run." Techno said.
"I will, don't worry," I assured him.

It didn't take too long to arrive, it seemed both Schlatt and Quackity were waiting my arrival.
"Greetings." Schlatt gave me a smile which I didn't return, "Let's talk somewhere private."
We arrived in his office, a spacious room, so far things seemed normal.
"What exactly is your meaning for bringing me here?" I questioned.
"Well by word of mouth your name has spread quickly, many wondering where you are etc. I feel as though that maybe you could be working for the wrong side." Schlatt explained.
"I don't know about that, I am there to protect them."
"Yet you still speak to your enemies like its nothing." Schlatt retaliated.
"Some things have just fallen into place where I've had to speak with them and resolve things. I prefer not to do too much harm." I explained.
"You are quite quick witted, definitely rare around these parts." he chuckled.
I stayed silent.
"Now you see I don't like people who can't make up their mind."
"I get that, But I have a question for you."
"Ask away." He said with a smile.
"Why kick us out? Do you see us as a threat?" I glared at him.
"Now that, I know all about your Y/n, and I know how strong you are, do you really think I will keep a threat like you in my premises?"
"Yet you still brought me here, that juxtaposes your point entirely." I muttered.
"See, you're smart Y/n why don't you understand us?" Schlatt asked.
"I will not let them get hurt, unless show otherwise they have done nothing wrong to me." I replied.
"Ah, A loyal one, well loyalty now that is something completely different, that is earned, trust is earned. Have you earned the trust of others, how do you know for certain?" Schlatt mumbled.
"If you are referring to Dream and Sapnap then, thats a different point entirely."
"I know exactly what they think of you, word for word, its quite surprising actually how far you have come without ever killing." Schlatt laughed.
I was starting to feel uneasy. He got up from his seat, making his way to me, Quackity stood next to him.
"And you know what I think of killing?" He whispered.
Before I could speak I saw Quackity's hand move forward, a sudden violent motion straight into my side. A sharp pain exploded through my nerves. Quackity held a knife.
"Well I think its fun." Schlatt laughed again, "Leave them here, we will return." He ordered, and the two walked out without another word.

I gripped my side, collapsing to the floor.
Goddamit it was a trap.
Trying to Regain my thoughts I lay on the stone cold floor, blood oozed down. I bit my lip, trying to not make too much noise. My vision went fuzzy as the nerves made me feel every inch of endless pain.
How could I have been so stupid.
Looking around the room I looked for anything that could help me, but even if so I could barely stand up.
I lay there for who knows how long, fading in and out of consciousness, a feeling of helpless never leaving. Every ounce of strength I had was gone, but I needed to get out of here somehow. The blood loss was getting to me. That was when I could hear the door opened, prepared for my now imminent death.
But two different voices could be heard.
"What the hell?" Sapnap was who I heard first, he ran over to me and looked up.
"Dream don't just stand there! This is not the time." Sapnap sounded annoyed.
Dream seemed as shocked as Sapnap was, both asking me a dozen questions.
But before another word could be uttered out of my mouth, I passed out, pure exhaustion had caught up to me.
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Oh dear, a betrayal 🫢

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