Villainess x Yuri

Chapter 7

6 years later.. (yes im lazy)

Martina's POV:

"Martina? You up?" A gentle shake nudged me from my sleep, pulling me out of a distant dream. I blinked slowly, my eyes adjusting to the morning light. A familiar face hovered above me, blonde hair, bright eyes. Wait, who was it again?

"It's time for school, or I'll kick you out of the house, sweetie," the woman said with a teasing grin. Recognition clicked in, and I sighed. It was my mother.

I groaned and stretched under the covers. "But... I'm feeling lazy today, Mom," I mumbled, rubbing my eyes. She shot me a sharp look that could have cut glass. I flinched instinctively, my hand going to my neck.

"Alright, jeez..." I muttered, flopping back onto my pillow. She smirked triumphantly before leaving the room. How is it that mothers get scarier with age? It's like a universal rule.

Clank

"Lady Martina? Your bath is ready..." a soft, familiar voice called out. I blinked, turning my gaze to see Carley, my maid, standing politely by the doorway.

"Ah, yes. I'll grab my towel," I replied, moving towards my closet. When I pulled the doors open, rows upon rows of lavish gowns greeted me. I couldn't help but sigh. Mom really did spoil me too much. I bet you're wondering if I've met my father yet, right? The answer's still no. Fatherless life for the win, I guess. Annoying, really. God still hasn't sent me a single message. If I die again, I swear I'm kicking her ass.

In the grandest bath ever..

I dipped my feet into the steaming water, shivering slightly. Was it too hot? Or am I just that sensitive? Whatever. I lowered myself in, savoring the warmth that spread across my body. I let out a sigh, leaning back against the marble edge. I wondered what Shikari was up to right now.

Splash!

I shot up, water sloshing around me. What the heck? I wasn't moving, so where did that splash come from? Oh my god...was it a ghost?! I swear if there's a spirit wanting to share my bath time, I'm blasting it to the window.

I scanned the room carefully, eyes darting to the adjacent tub. There was nothing there. I let out a breath of relief...until I saw movement.

Slowly, I stepped out of the water, wrapping a towel around me as I approached the other tub. I peered in, expecting to see nothing. But instead...

"AAAAAAAAA!!!" I screamed, instinctively shooting an air bullet toward the figure. The person flew back, crashing against the wall. I gasped, catching sight of blonde hair as she stood up, rubbing her head.

"Oww! Bitch, what the duck! Is that how you greet your savior?!" she groaned, stretching out her limbs.

I froze. That voice... "G-GOD?!" I shouted in disbelief. She snapped her head up, flipping open a white hand fan to cover her mouth.

"Oh hi~," she chirped cheerfully.

"DON'T GREET ME LIKE THAT!" I yelled, heat rising to my face. My eyes burned with embarrassment as I remembered I was only in a towel. "What are you doing here?!" I demanded, clutching the fabric tighter.

She just sighed dramatically. "You seem to have adjusted well. Good to see you looking strong," she remarked casually, opening her fan wider.

"Huh?" I blinked, slightly caught off guard. "That's... not what I expected you to say."

She just chuckled and stepped deeper into the bath, completely unbothered.

"I came to deliver my message," she announced.