This one might be a bit on the longer side, and again it's going to be heavy on the conversations. But just like chapter 8, this one is actually one of my favourites, cause I get to go into history a bit.
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When I finally arrive into town it's already started to darken, though thankfully the sky has stayed overcast and the road I happened to find did indeed lead me all the way back into town – albeit not the right side of town, but that wasn't to be expected anyhow. I soft rain has started to fall as I trudge on through the streets, avoiding people as best as I can since I'm still in a foul mood and I don't exactly trust myself around others. I mean, I did kill the hooker after all, simply because I became angry with Vivian, even though I had already decided to spare her life.
I'm not sure whether I should be disappointed with myself because of this, since I guess I lost some sort of a battle to the beast within and allowed my predator complete control of my actions, or if I shouldn't really care about it? In the past, when I was at my nemesis' facility, I rarely felt the need to fight off my inner predator, mostly because we were usually in agreement in most situations that would arise, so I've never given it much thought before. But now that I do dwell upon the subject I realize that the predator is merely a part of me, and to allow him to overrule my decisions simply because something pisses him off might be... I don't know, weak of me? In the corner of my mind's eye I see my conscience nodding enthusiastically; obviously this is something he's already given a lot of thought to and has a very strong opinion about.
It's usually a lot easier just giving in, indulging in whatever the predator wants since that's usually things that will make me feel good – so I suppose the question which it all boils down to in the end is “do I want to be more than that?”, and unfortunately I don't have an immediate answer to it. A few weeks ago I would have said no, though now I find that I'm not so sure anymore. I guess there's more to life than instant gratification, if you choose to pursue it.
Wow, this train of thought certainly took a turn for the deeper sort. Though I suppose that's fine since all this thinking has calmed me down somewhat, and if I'm going to have some sort of a confrontation with Vivian it might be in my best interest to remain calm and level-headed.
Eventually I reach the familiar building and I must admit that I'm somewhat surprised and amazed at the fact that I actually managed to find my way back. It's impressive that I remember the way, since I have a history of being a bit... forgetful. I enter the building and take the familiar stairs up, though when I reach the apartment and put my hand on the handle I'm struck by an uneasy feeling. Something just doesn't feel right, and at the back of my mind there's like a little alarm bell ringing, saying something about Vivian's well-being. I press the handle down, finding it as unlocked as I left it. In a sudden hurry I barge in through the door into the dark apartment, but even though the lights aren't on I immediately know that Vivian is here, so I storm through the hallway into the living-room and find a scene I definitely didn't expect:
The room is as dark as the rest of the apartment with the exception of the TV being on which provides a very mellow light. Vivian is seated on the couch and is gaping at me as if he's seen a ghost – and seated next to him is none other than my very own twin brother.
-”Whaaa?” Vivian manages, staring at me with wide eyes before shifting his gaze to the person next to him on the couch, and his confusion is almost tangible. Daz on the other hand snickers, gazing at me through wickedly amused eyes, his head tilted a notch.
-”Surprised?” he asks, smiling sweetly and I feel the shift in my eyes as they're tinted red with a mix of anger and shock. What the hell is he doing here? I thought he said he wanted nothing to do with me?
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The Art of Living (Or To Die Trying) (boyxboy)
Vampiros"Six" is an amnesiac vampire hoping to regain his memories by solving the mystery of "what went wrong?". He's a powerful being and in all senses a force to be reckoned with, which unfortunately makes him an excellent servant. Bound to the will of a...
