Black and White ✘ Black Butler

Chapter 42

Hey guys, here another lovely chapter for y'all. Again, so sorry about the delay on getting this chapter out. A lot of personal things occured and I had to take a short time off of the internet and my stories just to cope with my mental health. But, that does not excuse the procrastinating that I've been doing (I should really stop with all the apologizing and actually get work done rather than stall).

Just an FYI, this chapter might not be the best because 1) this is a transition chapter and they are literally my worst enemy when it comes to writing since I feel they are not as exciting as other chapters, but hey, they let the story run smoothly so I have to right them 2) I'm coming back from a hiatus so my writing my suck a little as I'm trying to get back into gear. 

However, I try to give you guys the best quality work I can, so I hope you guys enjoy this chapter. 

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"This isn't as easy as you think it is. Demons are faster than you and stronger than all of you combined," I say. "Sure, I made sure you guys took precautions, but this is a death trap you're falling for."

"Stop worrying about us, CL," Raina interrupts. "I took the fall for you once, and I wouldn't mind doing it again if it meant we'd be safe."

"I can't stop worrying, Raina! I know how these people work. I just don't want anything to happen to you guys because of my business."

"CL, this isn't just some business. We aren't dealing with money or inventory; we're dealing with your life here!" Luis states. "For once in your life, can you spot worrying about us and let us help you."

I swallow the lump that had been stuck in my throat.

Should I really let them in on this now? I mean, they were already pulled into this mess with Drocell kidnapped Bell. But, I don't want to risk anything happening to them. They have their whole lives to live, and I don't want to be the one to cut it short. However... do I really want to leave them behind when (not "if"... that sailed off a long time ago) I die? They are my closest friends; they want the best for me, and they already proved that they would do whatever it takes to keep us all together.

Plus, one question did always lingered in my mind. What would happen after I died? Would my friends and family really be safe? Demons never break a deal, but they're unpredictable when there isn't a sword (deal) hovering above them; it's basically a free for all. What's to say that my loved ones won't be in more danger when I'm gone? If anything were to happen to them, it'd be all my fault for not being there to help them when they needed me most. I could never live through the rest of eternity knowing that I couldn't help them.

I suppose the only thing I can do is protect them while I still can and that means that they can help me. I'll know that we helped keep each other alive while we could. At least helping each other, even if some of us don't make, is better than not doing anything at all. I don't have to live with the fact that I didn't protect my loved ones enough, but I can't think that way now. I have to put my mind on the fact that we might see the end of it, together.

I won't give up without a fighting chance. I said this when I first fell into this entire mess, and I'm going to stick with it. I'm doing this for everyone's sake.

I cross my arms then sigh. "Fine... Please, help me."

"All you had to do was say those words," Bell says. "And, we'll help you in a heartbeat."