Apocalypse (boyxboy)

Chapter 1

KEITH'S POV

"Breaking News, school, jobs, and anything that requires someone to go outside will be cancelled. Now, we can force all of you stay inside but it highly recommend, scientists and doctors had just confirmed that there is a new but deadly virus going around. It's killing people left and right, changing them into-" The man was cut off by static, the once calm expression his eyes changed to fear. "Everyone, get out of here!" There were screams, things were getting knocked over before finally the camera was on the ground. It was on its side, the man that was once speaking on the tv now lay dead on the ground for everyone to see. A person... no a monster that use to be a person straddled the corpse. Ripping into his neck, blood sprayed across the beasts face but it didn't flinch, it only went back in for more. Before I could see what was happening next, the tv was shut off.

"Can't believe the world is finally ending." I whipped around to the tall woman who had spoke. She was the one who took care of us, and when I mean us, I mean the orphans. She was tall, taller than me, that's all she practically was, was legs. She had a bob cut, her blonde hair was straightened to perfection and he bangs fell right above her green eyes. Her skinny frame was covered in layers of clothing, light blue denim jeans, a baggy t-shirt that was tucked in, a thin jacket and on top of that gray jacket was another black jacket. It was understandable as to why she wore so many layers, it was December, in the middle of winter and we did live in Chicago.

"Suck it had to be the year that you finally got to go live on your own though." Her voice held sympathy as she spoke, causing me to sigh. I hated being pity. We were all going to die some day, so, I wasn't that upset about the fact that I will most likely die in the next few days.

"Speaking of, Happy birthday, Keith." She came over to me, sitting down next to me, like a mother would and handed me a box. It wasn't wrapped, it was just a small amazon box. I glanced to her and stared at her wide-eyes.

"You didn't have t-" I began but she quickly shook her head and urged me to open it. I gulped, feeling my emotions get the best of me and slowly tore open the box. My jaw dropped in shock and I took out the very expensive watch. I've always wanted one, I didn't like using modern technology. Everyone at the orphanage always said I didn't belong in this generation and I agreed with them.

"Zari..." I began, not even knowing where to start or how to say thank you for this. "I can take this... this must've cost you a fortune..." Zari just smiled and hugged me tightly. "Just accept the damn gift." She laughed and I hesitantly hugged her back. She was always so kind to me, always treating me like her actual kid and at some point she wanted to adopt but couldn't because of her living arrangements.

Our happy moment didn't last long, a sudden banging on the door made us both jump apart and Zari was quick to stand and make her way to the big oak door. The banging didn't stop, it just kept going, out of rhythm and fast. It made my heart race and a nausea feeling settled into the pit of my stomach. I didn't like this, not one bit and just as I said wait, Zari had opened the door. She didn't pay attention to the person at the door and looked at me. The sound of groaning and feet shuffling could be heard, my eyes widened as I began to run towards but sliding to a stop when the monster pushed her to the ground and bit into her neck.

"No!" I searched frantically for something, anything that could get that thing off her. I bolted to the kitchen, grabbing a kitchen knife and ran just as fast back to the zombie, the blade penetrated it's head and black goo spurted out and onto my face and clothes. The decaying beast went limp and I was quick to kick its body off of Zari and cradle her in my arms. She laid limp, skin turning pale and blood fished out of the side of her neck and shoulder. She blinked a few times, eyes holding tears as she stared up at me, he breathing was shaky and her skin was getting cold. She then brought her hand to my cheek, causing me to automatically lean into her cold, small hand.

"I'm sorry..." I cried, god... I hated crying. I felt so weak and embarrassed when I did. Zari always told me that it was a natural instinct and that it was okay but I never believed her.

"Don't be sorry, you idiot... there was nothing you could do." Zari smiled and even though she was on her death bed, he smile still held that motherly warmth. "You need to go." Her voice was suddenly stern and blood began to flood past her lips.

Me, being the stubborn person I am, I shook my head, quickly trying to help her up. She only groaned and pushed me away. I frowned, feeling the blood from both Zari and the zombie bleed through my clothes. "Just... go." She coughed, I only nodded this time, not wanting to argue with her. I leaned down, kissing her forehead before quickly leaving, not looking back once as I ran down the empty streets.

Cars were abandoned, corpses laid on the streets, stores were ransacked, trash cans knocked over, homes on fire, and worst of all, no living human being could be seen anywhere. I was completely alone, not having a clue as to what to do. All I knew is that I had to keep running, even though my legs burned, my brain yelled at me to stop and catch my breath, my heart racing, and my breathing was nowhere near good for me.

Every sound that I heard, made me flinch and check behind me, even if it was me who made that sound. Fuck... I really was going to die by myself. I was going to die because I had no idea what the hell I was doing. Eventually, I couldn't run anymore, I walked as slow as the zombies did, my shirt covered in blood, sweat, and tears. I was mess and I desperately wanted a shower.

The places that went by me weren't familiar at all and eventually, I was just on open road. No trees, no buildings, just abandoned cars. I even checked some of the cars and to my dismay, there was nothing left in them. How long has this really been going on..? Why are we just finding out about it now when practically everyone is dead? So many thoughts ran through my head but none of them could be answered as I was alone.

"This fucking sucks..." I muttered, kicking a pebble and stuffing my hands into my pocket, feeling the cold metal of the watch. I pulled it out, admiring the gold coloring, the engraving on the inside and the ticking noise it. It read:

'5:38'

And since the sun was beginning to go down, I knew I would need to find somewhere to stay. Seeing as I was in the middle of nowhere, I knew this might be a difficult task but I couldn't stay out here, alone and without a weapon.

And so, I continued my walk.

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Ahhhh first chapter done :)
I hope you guys enjoyed it.
I don't have much to
Say but like and comment if you want :)

-Ollie

(Unedited, I'm too lazy to edit it and I don't have anyone who can edit it sooo, I'm sorry)

Word count:1350

Published April 20th, 2019