A killer's tale ~ Hunter x Hunter ~ Kurapika X OC {finished}

Chapter 20

I walk in the direction where the three brothers told me Kurapika would be. I wonder if there is anyone with him. 

"Can you pass me those sticks?" It sounds like Kurapika's voice. I walk over, not quite sure as though what I should do.

"Of course, have you finished fishing?" I hear another familiar voice.

I squint my eyes, trying to get some idea of the situation. I notice Kurapika and Mandy, sitting together in the grass. There's a bucket of some fish standing next to them, and Kurapika seems busy making a campfire as Mandy is watching.

I'm not quite sure if I should be happy I found both of them together. Of course, this saves me the trouble of finding them both, yet it's a pain to get to be alone with one of the two.

I sigh and walk over, waving slightly. "Kurapika! Mandy!"

Both look up, I can find a hint of annoyance in Mandy's eyes, as Kurapika seems sincerely happy to see me.

"Myne, how are you?" he asks, looking over at me.

"I'm good, I got the badge I was supposed to get. I just need to hold out on this island for the remaining time. What about you?"

"The two of us already got our badges, we're doing the same thing as you. Just making sure we won't be targeted 'til the end of this task," Mandy answers. "Though I think it would be easier to stay in a small group. We will be found sooner with a bigger group."

"What do you mean to say by that?" I ask her, knowing she wants me gone. She's on to me, she knows I'm not just any average girl. I squint my eyes slightly, trying to get an idea of what she's trying to do next.

"What I'm saying is that I think it's for the best if you don't join us."

Kurapika stays silent, I can see he's thinking about the possibilities. Mandy's deduction seems logical, yet I can also understand reasoning where numbers are stronger.

"Mandy, can I talk to you for a second? In private," I ask, pointing at the forest behind me. Mandy gets up, walking towards me, as Kurapika looks at me in confusion. "No worries," I reassure him. "I just want to convince her that I won't be loud, I'll be right back."

With that the two of us walk off into the forest, far enough so Kurapika won't be able to either hear nor see us.

"Who exactly are you?" Mandy suddenly asks, turning towards me. I can see how she's holding a dagger. I've heard about her nen, how she makes daggers appear from the palm of her hands. It's convenient, yet very easy to avoid if you know how to defend against weapons.

"I'm just here to watch over my little brother. On top of that I think I can profit from this exam myself, as I'd rather not get involved with a certain member of the Phantom Troupe," I say. "Therefor I must ask you to get your attention away from Kurapika."

"So you're also after the last Kurta. Tell me, from which family are you? Who is this little brother of yours?" Mandy asks, looking at me. "I've never seen you before, so I'll have you know my family is quite-"

"I know who you're family is. I also know my father resorted to killing your mother when you thought you could infiltrate out mansion and take the number one spot. Poor Mike still has a scar," I say, glancing over at her.

"My little brother is Killua Zoldyck." Rashes start to appear on her skin, as I concentrate on heating up all of the liquids in her body. "My twin brother, who I am here with, is Illumi Zoldyck." She collapses to the ground, trying to get closer to me, yet her body shutting down in the immense state of fever. "I am here to bring back my little brother. On top of that I am able to establish some good connections here, whether that is Hisoka of Phantom Troupe, or Kurapika Kurta." She coughs up blood, crying out for mercy as blister taunt her skin. "We've met before I assume." I squad down, as Mandy is now only able to slightly twitch in pain. "Illura Zoldyck, nice to met you again." I take her hand into mine. Her lifeless, yet burning hot hand.

"And I look forward to meeting you again in hell, I just assume it will still take a while." I let go, the hand dropping to the ground. Rashes and blisters are left on her skin. I can blame Ponzu for this. I'll say we ran into her and she used one of her chemicals. I'll tell I ran away, yet Mandy tripped and got caught up in the smoke.

I'll make sure Kurapika moods stays up, getting closer to him, making him mine by the end of this task. And when that happens, I can also tell Hisoka goodbye.

Everything will go exactly as I have planned it, and no second-rang assassin will be able to stop me.