A Moment Suspended

The First Night (Part Two)

Hey guys! Hopefully you're enjoying the series so far. I know the updates and far and few between. Life can be consuming sometimes! If you are liking what I have so far feel free to comment! If you have any suggestions too, please do tell me. I would like to make this an on-going series that follows close to the anime but expands more on the developments between Asta and Noelle. Enjoy the update and pass your limits!
-Shino

"Of course I was training! If I can't use magic I must make up for it in strength!" Asta said as he let out a grin. What was it about him that left me so entranced I wondered. When his eyes met mine I immediately looked down, an intense shade of red consuming my cheeks. "I hope you know that just physical strength won't be enough." I told him. My thoughts screaming at me for saying such a rude thing. "No matter how many times people tell me that. No matter how many times I've been beat around by those with magic. I can never give up. If I do Yuno will win!" Asta turns away from me and faces down the beach. "I can never give up, Noelle, and you shouldn't either. Pass your limits." He turns his head back to me and does his stupid grin again, but my heart couldn't resist beating out of my chest. All I wanted to do was tell him how I feel and not lose to Rebecca. I could feel my chest tighten at the thought of Rebecca stealing his first kiss. It was enough to make my eyes fill with tears. "Asta. I... want to train together." I said as I poked my two index fingers together. Asta barely took a step to begin his run when he heard what I said. "Sure! Sounds like fun." He eagerly replied. A slight smile formed on my lips. Even if I couldn't confess now, just being with him is enough. I closed my eyes and let out a deep breath. Preparing both mentally and physically, then opened my Grimoire. Before I could cast my spell I heard an enchanting voice. Soft yet elegant and absolutely enticing.