I think... I'm in love with my mistress

Chapter 15

"Hey Tomoe, what's this white mark on my wrist?" I called out, slightly worried. I going to Tomoe who was sitting outside. "I got it after I let go of that white snake, I've tried washing it off but it won't go away." As I step outside, Tomoe's face showed concern and irritation. "What?! Let me see!" He demanded, hurrying towards me. He instantly yanks my arm towards him, examining my wrist. "Oh great. This is why you don't pick up snakes!" He yelled, throwing his arms up in annoyance. "What? Does this mark mean something?" Tomoe glares at my arm and says, "yes, it means..... Your engaged...to that snake."

Wait, what?

"Sorry, I think I misheard you. Could you please repeat that?" He huffs and looks into my eyes, he seem very annoyed. "You are now engaged with that snake. He has taken a liking to you and has decided to make you his bride...." He grunted and started pacing around. "This can't happen, it just can't! I love you too much to let a pesky snake take you away." He said, determination gleaming in his eyes. I felt my cheeks getting hotter. "Is there a way to get rid of the mark?" I asked, he shook his head. "Not that I know of," he was still pacing, his white tail flicking back and forth. He suddenly stopped pacing and pulled me into a hug. "From now on, if you see a snake stay clear of it. I don't want anyone to take you away from me, you got that?" He whispered in my ear, I could hear his heart racing within his chest. I nodded against his chest, leaning into him. "Don't worry Tomoe, I would never let anyone come between you and me." I vowed, I swear his heart was beating faster as I said those words. I promise Tomoe, nothing will ever tear us apart. I'll make sure of that...

For the next week I was being very cautious, taking different routes to school, staying inside, being close to Tomoe. I didn't see that snake once, I was so relieved. Maybe he had given up on trying to find me, or so I thought.... It was Friday—around midday—and I was having lunch in class, when I heard someone screaming in the hall. I decided to go check it out, a major mistake. Some girl was cowering in the middle of the hall, screaming that she saw a white snake. I started panicking and quickly scoffed down my food, exiting the class room and running down the hallway. How did the snake get inside? We are like on the third floor of this building! I decided to go hide in the bathroom till lunch was over, students were staring at me funny but I didn't care right now. I was catching my breath when I suddenly felt something weird on my leg, I looked down and saw the snake wrapped around my ankle. How the hell did he get on my leg!!!! I quickly pried the snake off me and threw it into one of the bathroom sinks. I ran into one of the toilet cubicle, slamming the door behind me. I sat on the toilet lid and huffed. Why is this snake keep annoying me? Why did he even give me that mark? I don't wanna marry a snake! How would that even work?...... I sigh, this snake issue is really starting to piss me off!

"Ow ow ow! That huuuuurt." I stiffen. Who....just said that? There was no one else in here when I came in here.... I get up and push the door slightly, looking through the crack. There was a boy sitting in the sink.....not something you see everyday, am I right? He had pure white hair that parted in the middle, flicking up at the end and green, snake like eyes. His eyelashes were white too, they were very long and beautiful. He was wearing something that looked like traditional Japanese clothing. He was rubbing his back, he looked like he was in pain. I opened the door and slowly walked out to meet the boy. "Umm, are you ok?" I asked, trying not to sound too weirded out. He instantly looks up at me, a grin creeping into his pale lips. "Oh yes, now that your here, Lady (Y/n)." He stated, with a sorta chirpy voice. How does he know my name? Is he.....the snake? I looked down at the mark on my wrist, he noticed and smiled. "Oh I'm so sorry, I haven't fully introduced my self. My names Mizuki, and I'm very excited to be wedded to such a beautiful girl like yourself." He squeaked. Mizuki then jumped out of the sink and reached out for my hand, I pulled my hand away. "Haha about that... Why would you wanna marry me?" I awkwardly spluttered out, trying to distract him from getting closer to me. He stopped and looked confused, his wide eyes gazing at me. "Well it's simple. I find you very kind, especially when you saved me from that scary Yokai. You are very beautiful too, so I would like to marry you." He gave me a wide smile, I don't know what to make of this. He seems like a nice guy but no way could I marry him, I love Tomoe. Maybe I should tell him about Tomoe and how I love him, then maybe he'll leave me alone. I rub the back of my neck. "Oh wow, that's very flattering but... I already love someone right now. So it would be bad to marry someone I don't love, wouldn't you agree?" He suddenly changed his expression, his eyes weren't as wide as they were before and his smile was replaced with a slight frown. "Oh yes, I do agree. But I love you lady (Y/n)! And if you just married me then I reckon you'd learn to love me too." He blurted out, sounding desperate. I looked down at the floor. "Sorry Mizuki but I can't. Your a nice guy but I just can't, I hope you understand. I love Tomoe, very much. And I can't just change my feels so easily." The more words that slipped out, the more discouraged he seemed to become. "Tomoe?.... You mean that Yokai, how could you love him? He's evil and despicable," Mizuki exclaimed, "I've seen the things he's done, he's had a bad past. He will only bring you trouble so I sugg–" I slammed my hand against the door. "Shut up! Tomoe is a kind, loving Familiar. And I'm very happy being with him, I can't stand someone saying such rude things about him! So don't you ever say anything unpleasant about Tomoe cuz your wrong!" I shouted. Mizuki was shocked, it seemed that he was taken back by my rant. I huffed, feeling slightly better after yelling like that. "So Mizuki, it was a pleasure meeting you but I must be on my way. Good bye." I said as I exited the bathroom, leaving Mizuki speechless.