Demonic Souls {Soul Eater Fanfiction}

Chapter 7: Live to Fight Another Day

I slowly opened my eyes to see the moon lit sky. Did I really wake up already? Sitting up I stretched, feeling the satisfaction of my bones cracking. Getting up I looked out to the balcony, there's no way it's still night. After my conversation with Kid, I figured it was already late. Looking around for a clock I checked the time. The clock read 10:22 pm....the last I had checked it was 3am. Groaning I rubbed my head in annoyance. Had I really slept a whole day? That's ridiculous. How could I let myself be so unguarded?

I slipped out of the old clothes into some neatly folded clothes that rested by my bedside. I suppose Spirit really did go clothes shopping...how he knew my sizes I'm not sure. Honestly, I'd rather not think about that.

Looking in the mirror I see myself in a red loose t-shirt and biker shorts. My bandages still covered my arms and legs. The bandaid on my face somehow still remained on my cheek, unbothered. I put on my shoes before opening the balcony doors and stepping outside. The cool night air flowed through my hair as I looked around at the city. Some lights of houses were still on, I suppose it isn't that late at all.

Glancing back at the dark room door, I contemplated if anyone was still awake in Kid's household. What did it honestly matter...I can leave if I wanted. I'm no prisoner. Fiddling my fingers I recall Kid and I's conversation. He seemed...hurt or offended by my words. They were cold but, how else am I suppose to act? Shaking my head I let out a sigh. "There's no point in feeling guilt now.." I mutter before stepping over the balcony railing. Jumping down I land on my feet in a squatting position before slowly standing.

"I might as well look around." I say to myself before venturing out into the city.

I passed many people on the sidewalk as the night life thrived throughout the city. Everyone was laughing and seeming to not have a care in the world. As I walked, I noticed the large wall around the city. It didn't conceal us but it provided some protection. In my case however, that might become a bother once I leave.

Getting on top of the small wall, I sit hugging my knees to my chest as I look out toward the outside world. There was not much to see besides sand...but somewhere out there Ryuu is waiting for me. I can't walk across the whole dessert without feeling fatigued afterwards. Then, I'd just be some demons lunch. In order to leave, I'd need transportation. "...My bike." I say aloud, remembering my motorcycle in my village. Letting my head hang I groaned, I should have taken that in the first place. Perhaps...Ryuu would be here with me now if I had done so. But, there are a lot of things I could have done differently.

Tightening my grip on my legs I let out a small sigh. I need to heal from my wounds and get transportation. If I really wanted to, I could leave right now. No one would know or really care...besides maybe Kid. He is in charge of taking care of me.

'It seems as if you're trying to convince yourself that none of us care about you. What could you even do without allies or trust? What are you afraid of, Ryder?'

His voice rings in my ears as I sit there. "Can I do this all on my own?" I ask myself quietly feeling heaviness in my heart. Will they not just find me again...or completely give up?

"Are you leaving?" A female's voice asks making me look up. My eyes land on the blonde miester, Maka. She stood with her hands clasped together behind her back. She had a sad smile on her face as she looked down at me. Not answering her, Maka takes a seat besides me. "...Everyone seemed to like you a lot. It's nice to make new friends here." She says looking out towards the desert.

"Why are you out so late?" I ask choosing to ignore her comment.

"Blackstar and Soul were doing some stupid gaming night. I was going to get Soul." Maka says shaking her head. "...I hope one day you choose to trust us. There are a lot of dangers out there. I'd hate for you to have to deal with that all on your own." She says kindly as she gets back to her feet.