The Voidwalker's Tale

IV. Voidwalker's Tale

I can't lie and say I'm not taken aback by everything right now. Things were all moving so... slow. I could collapse any second now. Everything from the past day was all hitting me at this moment. Trying to hold myself together, I mustered the remaining energy I had and grabbed Astrid's hand.

"I.. Reimi.. Nice to meet you" I muttered.

She tightened her grip a bit. "Reimi.. A pretty name for a pretty face" she said smiling.

"Are you okay though? You seem really worn out-"

Something was slithering inside my arm. Cold and frigid, the further it crawled the more my arm felt void. The warmth from Astrid's hand faded as our magic seemed to collide. Our linked hands broke apart, and her face contorted to that of slight disgust. I could feel my consciousness start to fade; falling towards Astrid.

A beautiful girl in my arms, gorgeous looking sky, and a killer headache— a cherry on top of this really weird sundae? Reimi huh... I need time to process all this. Her magic almost burned my skin off. If punching that jackass in the face didn't sober me up, our handshake definitely did the trick. Dammit... I wanna get away from her, but at the same time, I can't leave her like this. Here I thought I'd be escaping the magic world, lucky me.

Reimi's bike flashed white for a second; then the next second there was a key laying on the ground. Utility magic really is a beautiful thing huh. I swept up the key and slid it into my pocket, shifting my focus onto Reimi.

"Let's get you to a bed shall we?" I sighed and smiled slightly, taking Reimi and carrying her like the princess she is.

My eyes couldn't help but stare. So peaceful now that she's asleep. Definitely a princess; wonder what palace she escaped from. All questions I'll be sure to ask later.

Ya know, I think some sprinkles have to be added to that weird ass sundae. This weather is too nice for there not to be sprinkles. A sun that's out and about paired with a gentle breeze? Sign me up. After last night this is all extremely refreshing. If only Reimi was awake... we could've had a mini adventure around town. I really hope she's okay though— maybe I'll heal her a bit just in case when we get home.

"Alright June, Reimi, let's go" I chuckled and sped up my pace.

My cabin hung around the more forest-y side of town. Trekking up a decently long pathway, you would end up staring down two huge trees. I feel like they're my guardian buddies, protecting me when I happen to be wasted; or whatever. I can't help but laugh at myself at times honestly. I love adding sentimentality and personality into so many different things. Sure the trees would never wave hi, but I feel less alone when I imagine them smiling; each time I return home.

Passing them by, the door to my not-so-humble— yet very humble— abode awaits. The door opened with ease, creaking a tad bit when pushed all the way. This may be a temporary home but I love the lighting in this place, just enough windows to really make this place a lightbox. I made my way to the spare bed by the living room, it was definitely calling Reimi's name. I gently laid her down, making sure her body wouldn't be in a position to get strained. Doesn't seem like she'll be waking up, still...

"God" I crossed my arms together.

"Hang tight okay? I'm gonna head back down to town, gotta grab a couple things."

I pull a blanket up to Reimi's chest and let out a weak smile. Time to head out. Walking by the mirror I realized I looked awful- Probably didn't smell much better either, what a first impression. I sighed and slid out of my clothes, taking a quick peek back at Reimi: