MCSM: Episode 5.1

~chapter one~

Olivia's POV

The dark figure cackled, its voice sending chills up my spine.
"CATCH ME NOW, JESSE!" Called the figure, disappearing down a tunnel.
The others looked down at the remains of a girl, her blood staining the royal blue carpet.
"I'm going after her." Muttered Jesse. She ran through the tunnel, the wall closing in behind her.
Suddenly, the masked figure appeared from behind a corner, stabbing Jesse in the back-

"OLIVIA!"
I opened my eyes to see Axel, standing in my doorframe.
He was wearing dark green pajama pants and his jacket he always wore was unzipped, a lime-green Tshirt beneath it.
His jet-black hair was ruffled, and he looked tired, like he hadn't gotten sleep in a while.
I...must have been having a nightmare...
His tawny brown eyes were still wide, taking me in.
"You... were screaming in your sleep again." Said Axel, sounding sad.
I closed my eyes, trying to keep from crying.
"Were...were you having another nightmare?" Asked Axel, his voice caring.
"...yes..." I croaked.
I opened my eyes again, tears gathering in my eyes.
His gaze softened, and he paused, trying to think of what to say.
"...Do you need anything?" He asked.
We sort of agreed that we wouldn't talk about the others leaving, as it brings too much fear.
What do I say? I mean, it's cold in here... a blanket would be nice... but I don't want to be rude...
"It's kind of cold in here..." I mumble, my face getting hot. "Could you bring me a blanket?"
Axel forced a smile.
"Sure. I'll be right back."
He left the room, leaving me alone.
Moonlight shone through my windows, the rose red curtains causing the light to appear tinted red.
I don't know why- but red's always been my favorite color.
Axel walked back in the room, a fuzzy dark green blanket in his hands.
"I couldn't find one in the linen closet..." he sighed, giving me the blanket. "So I went and got one from my room instead... I hope you don't mind..."
"No. it's wonderful, thank you." I smiled, putting kindness into my voice.
Axel blushed, walking to the door.
"If you have any more nightmares..." he smiled. "Make sure to tell me. I'll... um... try to help."
He closed the door softly, leaving me alone once again.
He said this blanket was his...
I wrapped it around me, the fluffy surface making me smile.
It smelled like coffee and pine needles, something I've noticed before, but never really payed attention to.
This was HIS blanket... I was wrapped in HIS blanket.....
I closed my eyes, drifting off.

Axel's POV

The others have been gone for over a month.
I shoved a piece of TNT into my knapsack, the one I had taken from Petra.
I checked what was inside, seeing plenty of food, water, and cake.
Yes, cake.
I took out my bubble helmet, placing it on the table next to the bag.
I went to my bed, going to grab my blanket...
..when I realized where it was.
My face immediately turned red, remembering Olivia.
I had given my blanket to her.
I walked out of my room, seeing Olivia curled up reading a book.
Classic Olivia.
"A-Axel!" Exclaimed Olivia, snapping her book closed. "I didn't know you were-" she looked at me. "Going somewhere?" She asked.
I signed.
I was planning on trying to find the others-
And letting Olivia stay behind.
Not because I wouldn't want her company, but because I wouldn't..
I don't want her to get hurt.
She stared at me, her chocolate-brown eyes filled with skepticism.
"I... wanted to go after the others..." I signed.
There's no use in lying to her. She always finds out- she's like that.
Olivia sighed.
"Axel. I'm coming with you."
She sat up, grabbing her armor off the floor.
She was wearing what she wore yesterday- apparently she fell asleep like that.
"B-but I don't want you to be hurt, and-"
"Axel..." growled Olivia, fastening her chestplate. "You're talking about getting hurt-" she pulled on her boots. "And you're the only person without a weapon."
That's true.
I usually use my fists.
She smiled.
"I'm coming with you- wether you like it, or not."