Misery Rose

Chapter Four - A...Family?

  As Slenderman told me to grab hold of his hand, I saw his tendrils reach out to the three that had been there. I felt a rush of wind surround where I was, and on instinct closed my eyes. When I reopened my eyes, I saw that we were in front of what appeared to be a mansion. 'I'm guessing that this is where I escaped from...which means...SALLY!!' "Sally," I mumbled. You'll find her again once you meet the others, child." I sighed, and nodded. "So...how about now? That I, uh, that I meet everyone. I made Sally a promise, and I don't like breaking promises." Slenderman seemed to chuckle at my question. That was the plan." "Okay, then let's please get this over with already." He nodded at me, and we walked into the place. I followed behind, with my nails digging into my arms because of my nervousness. I didn't realize that I had been doing so until I felt the warm liquid running down my arms, and dripping onto the floor. "Oh, shit." The masked man that I was more familiar with seemed to scowl at me. "Making a mess already, I see." "Oh fuck you too, asshole. It's just a little blood. I can't exactly stop my nervous habits. It's better than creating gashes in my arms with a knife." I nearly bumped into Slenderman, as we stopped in what appeared to be the living room. He seemed to yell something to some other people, but it's not like I was paying attention to it. I stayed behind Slenderman the majority of the time, at least, until I was told to introduce myself to the others that lived here. As I waited, I looked around the room. It was rather...calming to me. There seemed to be a bit of a mess here and there, but was not overly messy as I believed it would have been. I felt footsteps running down the stairs, and waited until I heard Slenderman say, "Children, this is Misery Rose." I stepped out and waved silently. "I suppose it is nice to meet all of you." I pause for a moment, thinking about my next step. I sigh. "I suppose if any of you have questions, then be free to ask me." A few hands went up, and I pointed at one of the smaller people, whom had what appeared to be blood leaking from his eyes, and the outfit of Link from Legend of Zelda. "What's your background?" I froze for a moment. 'I should have expected a question such as that one.' I looked towards the ground, and then back at the Link look alike. "That is something that I will not speak of to many, if any of you, at this point of time. Before you ask why, my reasoning is because I consider it a weakness, and would rather not be reminded of it," I took a breath before continuing. "I will warn each and every one of you, though. If you ever physically touch me, I will ensure that you feel unimaginable pain. Sally is an exception to this, rule, though. This rule does not apply to Slenderman as I believe he has enough sense in his head to refrain from doing such things." I glare at Slenderman. I began to pointing to others, only so that I could answer their questions. There were a few questions such as "What's your favorite color?" and "What are your favorite ways to kill people?" Generic questions, I suppose. There was...one, however, that put me on edge. Sally asked me a question that I would never have imagined being asked. "Who is the one person that you want to get revenge on and why?" I blinked for a moment, before laughing. The others looked at me as if I needed help. After a few moments, I was able to calm down enough to answer her question. "I...ha, I apologize. I just never expected that question. Either way, to answer your question, you'll have to help me with getting rid of them. That, dear Sally, is the only way that you'll figure out who and why. That, or if Slenderman permits, when we go towards his office to complete the arrangements, I can explain my past and any other questions you have," I pause for a moment, once again, trying to slow my heartbeat. "You, however, are the only person I will permit to know. I am positive that Slenderman understands why." I gave one of my fake, bright, smiles. "Those are all the questions that I will answer. Now, names, please?" They went around the room. A few minutes later, I thought for a moment. "Sooo....let me get this right. It's Jeff, Laughing Jack, Masky, Eyeless Jack, Clockwork, Jane the Killer, Puppeteer, BEN Drowned, Hoodie, Ticci Toby, and Bloody Painter. Correct?" I just got "yeah, pretty much" and nods for answers. "Alright! Now that that's settled, I have to work out arrangements with Slenderman and...can I explain to Sally and answer her questions, Slenderman?" "I suppose, child. Don't be surprised by her reactions, though. She'll understand more than you may think." "Okey doke. Well, there's the answer." I grin at Sally. "So....you want answers or not?" I begin to walk away, following Slenderman as Sally hurriedly ran up to me, and grabbed my hand. "Tell me, tell me!" I giggled at her playfulness. "So, which do you want to here first, my past, or who I want revenge on and why?" "Um, how about...." She seemed to think about it for a moment. "Your past! I want to know what you were like before!" She giggles again. "Alright, Sally. I will warn you, though. You may not be laughing as much after you hear of my past..."