His Assassin | Garroth x Reader

Chapter Eighteen : Save Her

Garroth's POV

My eyes wander around the bustling streets, looking for a single soul. Her. I wore a cloak that revealed my face but covered my armor and sword. I had tied up Cloud to a communal stable at the front. She'll be safe there for the time being. I turn a corner to be confronted with the shadier side of town. Run down buildings and lesser people. I walk for a bit before stopping in front of a large warehouse. I hear muffled huffs from inside. Horses.

I push open a door and take in the surroundings. Horses. I spot Domino immediately amongst the others. I walk over and pet him. He immediately warms up to my touch. I take note of the place as I step out.
"Where are you Y/N?" I close the door and continue to walk down the empty street, glancing at every house as I walk past. I freeze at the sound of shouting. I whip my head around to a battered old house to my right. Another shout and a clash of metal. My eyes widen as I realize who's scream that sounds like.

I dash over and swing open the door to reveal a foul stench and a mess. Three men were attacking her. She was evading well, for now. Two of them whip around to see me. I take out my sword and charge, knocking one down and clashing with the other ones sword. I push him back to see a guy holding Y/N up by the hair with a dagger. Her dagger. She smiled through the pain. Blood poured in thick leaking from her nose and her forehead, drenching her beautiful H/C in blood.

"Aren't you just a hero?" The man chuckles in a low voice. I look from him to Y/N. She kept her eyes focused on the ground. I follow her gaze to see an arrow. I look back to the bigger man, who was growing impatient.
"Let her go!" I threaten. He scoffs and brings the dagger closer. Y/N flinches as the cold metal touches her skin. She makes no attempt to struggle.
"You even act like a hero." He mocks. I feel rage coursing through me.

I watch silently as Y/N stares at me and shows a small smile. She jumps up suddenly, making the man snap back from the impact from her head to his jaw. He utters curses before regaining his composure. I take my opportunity and lunge at him, bring my sword down on his stomach. It slices through his clothing as he cries out. I remove my sword and walk to Y/N. I wrap her arm around my neck as I wrap mine around her waist. We run out before they get enough energy to give chase.

I take her to a corner of the town as I assess her wounds. I rip off a few chunks of my cloak and dab at her blood. She weakly smiles at me.
"Thank you for saving me." She whispers. I smile and focus on cleaning her wounds. The bleeding stops after awhile and I slump against a wall next to her.
"What happened?" I ask in a serious tone. She sighs and crosses her legs.
"Well, I was supposed to get a new task from those guys." She briefly pauses, "I guess it was all just a trap." She sadly chuckles. I freeze as I stare at her.

"I thought I told you too stop this." I state. She sighs and stands up, holding her cheek.
"Yeah, I know. It's just... not easy." She replies grimly. I stand and stare at her eyes. They still shone with their E/C intensity, but were also filled with guilt.
"I-I know I should, but I wouldn't know what to do with myself." She shrugs, "it's just not easy to get out of." I take one of her hands and hold it gently.

"You'll be fine. I-I promise." I smile, "and if there is anyone that comes after you, I'll protect you." She smiles brightly and hugs me. I stagger back but return the hug, holding her tight.
"I can't thank you enough." I pull away and stare at her. Seconds pass as I get lost in her E/C eyes. I don't think straight as I lean forward and kiss her. She's taken aback but returns it.

We pull away and both blush madly. She's cute when she blushes...
"H-How about we get out of here?" She asks, standing uneasily. I smile and nod.
"S-Sure, th-this way." I motion back towards the stables where Domino is kept. She nods and we walk towards it.

I pay no heed to anything around me, my mind just whirls the more I think. I just kissed Y/N. Does she like me? What will happen now? I hit something and fall back. I blink back to reality as Y/N laughs in front of me, extending out her hand.
"You alright there?" I notice that I walked into an old sign. I take her hand and stand up, holding my head.
"Sorry, I wasn't paying attention." She nods and grins.
"Just be careful. Do I have to hold your hand until we get to the stables?" She giggles. Though it's a joke, I really wouldn't mind it...