Bleeding Angel

Chapter 5

As soon as I open the door, a loud 'kapow!' is heard through the room as something smashes into the wall. I jump back startled, catching my breath. Slowly looking over to the source of the commotion, I see that a person has smashed their fist on the wall.

The person looks similar to Z'zataria, matching her hair and horns. However, his hair is tied back messily as he wears more ornate clothes than Z'zataria.

He must be her father or something.

As the sound fades, he releases his hand and pulls back his fist, dusting off his palm. A pair of glasses slide down his nose before he pushes them back up. He lets out a stern breath.

"It's taking too long...," he says, not even glancing in my direction.

Then noticing me, he stands up. With a shocked face, he comes over to me and gives a slight bow. "Sorry, you had to see that. I tend to go overboard when I'm upset. My name is Kaigara Aal'ok." He obliviously forces a calm expression, though he still can't manage a simple smile.

Not exactly the nicest greeting but what are you going to do? "Ah, it's alright. No harm done," I reply lightly, "The name's Winston."

Kaigara seems satisfied with this answer and takes another look at me, seemingly trying to make sure I'm okay. After a moment of silence, he clears his throat. "So.. Um... What happened to your clothes?"

My mind blanks for a moment, a little embarrassed, "Oh- my clothes-", I look at the bandages, "I'm okay, it's just... Got in a bit of a scuffle with a winged bear... Heh heh...", I cover my mouth as I begin to awkwardly giggle a bit.

Kaigara chuckles like an old man, "Well huh... But you don't seem like the type to get into fights," he says calmly.

"Oh... Yeah, I'm really not trying to", I giggle again awkwardly. I don't know why but this guy is really intimidating. Is it because he doesn't smile much or because he is somewhat tall? Maybe both?

However, suddenly I notice his focus shifts to the top of my head. "Young sir, are you from outside of town?" He says curiously.

"Eh- well... Um...", I stutter, though he interrupts it quickly.

"Oh, my apologies. I'm a bit curious!", Kaigara chuckles, "You probably are here for a reason, so, I'll be waiting over there if you need a friendly chat", he then walks over to where he was sitting before.

Now I can finally get a look at the place. The healer's hut was smaller than I expected, with a few simple furnishings.

As I glance around, I seem to be in a waiting room. Wooden chairs are cushioned with lead pillows aligned on either side of the room. Then I notice what's at the end of the room, a counter like one of a pharmacy, with less... drugs.

This actually is pretty nice, the lack of chemical smells and blood is enjoyable. And with flowers everywhere, I'm honestly surprised I'm not sneezing everywhere. Though, they do make it smell nice.

I walk over to the counter, however, no one is there. I look around but I can't see anyone at all. Well, other than Kaigara...

I take a moment to breathe it all in as I wait. I'm not a very patient person but there isn't much I can do. However, just as I'm about to lean closer to smell one of the more interesting flowers, a soft voice startles me.

"Hello there, young one. Is there anything I can do for you?" a soothing voice asks from behind me.

Turning around, to see a new figure cloaked in a flowing robe made of shimmering white fabric that seems to shift colors with every movement. Their face is partially obscured by a hood, but, I'm still about to make out the blonde hair drooped down in front of their chest.