Because She has My Back! (Charlotte Katakuri x oc )

Chapter 3: Unexpected Encounters

Whole Cake Island buzzed with activity as the princesses from Moors arrived on the island. Lunika, the crown princess, stood amidst her companions - Beatrix, Cordelia, and Katharina - as they observed the vibrant and bustling Cake Town. Their disguises as guards allowed them to blend in with the locals, hiding their true identities while they explored the island.

Lunika's heart pounded with a mixture of excitement and apprehension. This was the place where her cousin's future might unfold, where one of them might be forced into a marriage with a man she hardly knew. She glanced at her cousins, who seemed to be enjoying the sights and treats of the island. They were unaware of the heavy burden they carried.

As they strolled through the colorful streets, Lunika's attention was caught by a tall figure strolling a little ways ahead of them. His back was turned, but even from this distance, she could feel an aura of strength and power emanating from him. He was a man with broad shoulders and a towering presence, a stark contrast to the smaller residents of the island.

Curiosity got the better of her, and she quickened her pace to catch up to him. Her wings fluttered behind her, their presence as natural to her as breathing. She was used to towering over most people, but this man's height surpassed even hers.

Meanwhile, Katakuri strolled through Cake Town, his mind preoccupied with the weight of his mother's demands. The impending arranged marriage loomed over him like a storm cloud. He knew he had to fulfill his duty to his family, even if it meant sacrificing his own happiness. As he walked, lost in thought, he was unaware of the figure approaching from behind.

Suddenly, Lunika's quick steps carried her right into the path of the distracted man. She collided with him, her small form bouncing back slightly from the impact. Katakuri stumbled forward, caught off guard by the collision. He had been lost in thought and didn't see her coming.

"Oof!" Lunika exclaimed, her voice a mixture of surprise and apology. She quickly reached out to steady herself and the man she had bumped into.

Katakuri managed to regain his balance, his wide crimson eyes narrowing in mild annoyance at the unexpected encounter. He hadn't expected anyone to catch him off guard like this, especially not on a simple stroll through Cake Town.

"I apologize," Lunika said with a sheepish smile, her voice carrying a musical lilt. "I wasn't watching where I was going."

Katakuri studied her for a moment, his initial irritation fading as he took in her appearance. She was a head shorter than him, her platinum blond hair cascading over her shoulders in a single braid. Her deep blue eyes sparkled with a mixture of worry and amusement, and there was a playful grin on her lips.

"It's fine," he replied in his deep, resonant voice. "I wasn't paying attention either."

Lunika's curiosity was piqued further. She had never seen anyone quite like him on the island. Katakuri also starts to observe her. Nobody here had horns and wings, definitely not wings as large and powerful-looking as hers. And her aura... it was different from anyone he had ever encountered.

As they stood there, a voice from behind interrupted their interaction. "Katakuri onii-chan, what happened?"

Lunika and Katakuri both turned to see a witch-like woman standing at an impressive height, she possesses a slightly stooped posture and has a complexion that is gray in hue approaching. Katakuri's younger sister, Brûlée.

"I bumped into this gentleman," Lunika explained with a smile, but her mouth didn't move as if she wasn't the one speaking but her gloved hands jest animatedly. "I didn't mean to cause any trouble."

Brûlée's gaze shifted between the two, a knowing glint in her eyes. "Ah, I see. Well, Katakuri onii-chan, don't keep our guests waiting."

Guest? Lunika's heart skipped a beat. Who are they? Did she think they were someone important? Did she recognize her despite the disguise?

Katakuri's expression shifted imperceptibly, his demeanor becoming more guarded. "Of course, Brûlée."

With a nod, Brûlée turned and walked away, leaving Lunika and Katakuri alone again.

"Thank you for catching me earlier," Katakuri said, his tone slightly more formal now.

Lunika smiled, her eyes holding a spark of curiosity. "No problem at all. It was a pleasure meeting you." her mouth is still not moving...and big hands gesture, which seems to be her style of communication.

As they parted ways, Lunika's heart raced with a mixture of excitement and intrigue. She couldn't help but wonder about the enigmatic man she had just met. Katakuri, on the other hand, watched her walk away with a sense of unease. There was something about her, something that stirred his emotions in a way he hadn't experienced in a long time.

Little did they know that their paths were destined to cross again, and their lives would become intricately intertwined in ways they couldn't have imagined. The island's sugary allure concealed a complexity of emotions and challenges that would test the depths of their hearts.