You Won't Get Away Twice (Alastor x Reader)

Chapter 40: A good night's sleep.

*Your POV*

I was getting a little worried when Vox started making those confident statements. I thought maybe he saw right through my ruse. But luckily, I was able to fluster him enough that he shut up. I'm glad no one can see the nervousness I truly feel. Sure, I'm more powerful than I've ever been before, but I've never been this close to so many overlords. They could probably tear me to shreds if they really wanted. I still need to be careful and stick to Alastor's plan. Get in, make an appearance, claim that I killed Alastor, and get out. At least for now.

The meeting was slightly derailed thanks to my entrance, but other than that, I was able to sit and listen in. I didn't interject my opinion very much unless it was warranted. If they asked questions about the hotel's defenses and strategies during the battle with Adam, I shared what I could. I stayed as vague as I could with any explanations. I'm not entirely sure of everyone's motives just yet.

What I wish I could do was somehow tell Rosie that this is all an act. That Alastor is fine. I noticed her glancing at the broken staff multiple times during the meeting, a frown on her face. Her heart is probably hurting since she thinks she's lost a close friend. I wish I could tell her, but that would jeopardize everything.

Once the meeting is dismissed, we all start making our leave, small chit chatter as some of the overlords make their exit. I still need to act confident. Show no fear.

"(y/n), was it?" I hear Vox's voice from behind me after I stand to leave. My fox ear twitches. Hearing his voice call me by my real name sounds weird. That's new to me. I turn to look at him. It's all three of the V's. Vox, Valentino, and Velvette. Though Velvette isn't making eye contact with me, instead focused on her phone. She's probably not very happy with the power play I had to do earlier with her.

"Vox." I say with no inflection in my tone. I don't want to sound excited or upset. I cross my arms and patiently wait for him to continue. Alastor and I anticipated the V's would approach me quickly.

Vox lets out a small laugh and rolls his eyes. "Uh, yeah." He states, like I should obviously know his name. "Want to grab a drink with us?" I would feel more comfortable if I had better details regarding their invitation. I know they're curious about me. I'm an unknown threat right now, so they want to get close.

I laugh, making Vox's face look irritated. I wave my hand at him as if I'm shooing him away. "I don't want to be associated with any of you." I change my hand so that my finger is pointing, making circles at the three of them. "I'd hate to be caught in the same circles as you." I can't help the smug smirk on my face, moving my hand to my hip. "You need me and my knowledge more than I need any of you." I point out, making Vox clench his fists.

"Okay, bitch." Velvette finally moves her focus from her phone back to me, obviously offended. "So, we have some questions for you. I'd highly recommend coming with us willingly. Otherwise-"

"Otherwise, what?" I interrupt Velvette, bending over slightly so that I'm face to face with her. "I don't know why y'all insist on making me prove myself." I move back again, shrugging. "You three are quick to jump the new girl in the room, aren't you?" I look at each of them, scoffing. "You know, three on one isn't exactly fair." I glare at them, tail twitching in irritation.

Truly, I just need them to lose interest in me so that I can make it back to the hotel with no problems.

I realize as I'm arguing with the V's the conference room is otherwise quiet. I don't want to move my eyes to look around the room, but I'm pretty sure that all the other overlords have left. I'm truly outnumbered. This isn't good. If I can't convince them with my words I might really be in trouble.

"Three on one makes for an exciting film, hermosa zorra." Valentino claps back as his antenna twitches, causing a small squeak when it does. Ugh, I don't know Spanish! What did he just call me? I know zorra means fox. I think hermosa is beautiful? I keep the glare in my eyes as he steps closer to me. I have to look up to keep eye contact, he's incredibly tall. "I'm sure we could make it exciting as well." He laughs. I'm honestly not sure if that was supposed to be threatening or an invitation.

"Fuck off." I flip Valentino the middle finger and start walking away. "Mind your own business, and I'll mind mine." I say as my back is turned to them. I don't hear any responses or any footsteps following me. Sounds like that may have been enough.

I push the button for the elevator, waiting patiently. I glance over in their direction. It looks like they're discussing with each other, no longer focused on me. Good.

The elevator opens and I take it back to the ground floor. All I have to do is make it back to the hotel.

My ears catch the sound of something buzzing in the sky. It sounds like it's moving closer. As I turn to look at the noise I see one of Vox's drones hovering not far from me. So, he plans to follow me home. What a pain.

I wasn't expecting the flying drone to shoot at me. Before I have much time to react, I feel a sting on my neck, causing me to hiss in pain.

I move my hand towards my neck and end up pulling out a small syringe. It's empty, but I bet it wasn't when it was sent from the drone. Fucking, not good!

I turn to run from the alleyway but end up falling, it's almost like I tripped over my own feet. Luckily, I catch myself on my forearms, so I don't land straight on my face. But I can't seem to pull myself up. What in the Hell was in that syringe?

The more I try to pull myself up, the more exhausted I begin to feel. I'm struggling to keep my eyes open.

I notice Alastor's shadow on the far wall. If I can just make it that far I should be safe. The shadow keeps motioning for me to get closer, so I crawl. I try so hard to get closer. I don't miss how the shadow looks concerned before it disappears.

Breathing heavy, I finally collapse. Unable to move anymore. My eyelids feel so heavy. I hear the footsteps before I see them. Three demons standing before me. The three V's. Of course.

"We'll get her to talk." I hear Vox say confidently as he walks forward and kneels down so that he can look at me closer, watching me lose consciousness.

"Get a good night's sleep, (y/n). We have a big day tomorrow." Vox says before I fall asleep against my will.