Oshi No Ko; You are my World (SEASON 2 BAYBEH)

38: Her resolve

The sound of rain intensified, each droplet colliding against the window with a rhythmic patter that filled the pitch-black room. The dampness in the air mingled with the musty scent of confinement, adding to the sense of despair that enveloped Ai Hoshino. She squirmed and struggled against her restraints, her body contorting like a trapped animal, desperate to break free from the clutches of her captors.

"This is why I should have learned self-defense from Y/N," she thought bitterly, her mind racing with regret as she continued to wriggle, not caring in the slightest about how she appeared in such an embarrassing state. They were her potential murderers. What did she have to lose in letting them see her fight and squirm?

Amidst the darkness, the soft glow of dim light spilled into the room as MeiMei, the one who had been the mastermind of her kidnapping, entered with a sinister smile. The hallway's illumination cast eerie shadows across the scene, adding an unsettling atmosphere to the encounter.

Ai huffed defiantly, determined not to give MeiMei the satisfaction of her gaze. The audacity of her captor annoyed her, but Ai's focus was swiftly redirected to the three burly men who had been present since the beginning. Her eyes darted between them, carefully observing their every move.

One of the men wore sunglasses, shielding a good portion of their face from her scrutiny. The strands of hair peeking out from beneath their hat remained a mystery, their color indistinguishable in the dim light. Yet, their physique was undeniably impressive, reminiscent of a dedicated teenager who frequented the gym.

"Y/N is more muscular," she couldn't help but think, a flash of amusement cutting through the tension that surrounded her. Her momentary distraction caused the man she was fixated on to tilt his head in confusion, a flicker of bewilderment crossing his features at her seemingly random gesture.

Shaking off her lighthearted thought, Ai shifted her attention to the two armed men. One wielded a gleaming sword that sent a shiver down her spine, its presence far more menacing than the gun clutched in the hand of the other captor. The sword possessed an aura of danger, its blade reflecting a faint glimmer in the dim light, while the gun emanated an unsettling sense of power that sent a chill through her veins.

In that moment, a searing pain ripped through Ai's senses, forcing her to face the opposite wall of the room. She instinctively glanced up at MeiMei, who had rushed over and delivered a stinging slap across her cheeks.

A wicked snicker escaped MeiMei's lips as she taunted, "You've relished in the spotlight, haven't you? It was unbearable to hear how we paled in comparison to you!" With a swift kick to Ai's stomach, she writhed in agony, letting out a groan of pain.

MeiMei's rage intensified as she continued her assault, her kicks landing forcefully on Ai's side. Tears welled up at the corners of Ai's eyes as she glanced up at her tormentor, a mixture of pain and defiance in her gaze.

"Does it hurt? Then cry! I want to hear your cries and screams," MeiMei maniacally cackled, removing the tape from Ai's mouth. The sudden pain of the tape being ripped off made Ai flinch, but she refused to give MeiMei the satisfaction of hearing her scream.

"I told you to cry!" MeiMei screamed, delivering another brutal kick to Ai's face. Despite the pain, Ai gritted her teeth and locked eyes with her captor, her gaze unwavering.

"I said cry, you stupid bitch."

The sound of MeiMei's shoes colliding with Ai's battered body echoed through the room, accompanying Ai's groans of pain. The three men watched the horrifying spectacle, their distaste evident, knowing that even this brutality exceeded their own standards.

Ai snickered defiantly at MeiMei the moment she paused. "Why would I waste my beautiful voice screaming for the likes of you?"

MeiMei's anger soared at the taunt, prompting her to deliver yet another vicious kick to Ai's face. The force broke Ai's lips, causing a small trickle of blood to escape from the corner of her smile.

"Y/N will come for me, just you wait," Ai proclaimed, her smile still resilient despite the pain. MeiMei's insanity flared, and she responded with a crazed smile.

"Hmph, even if he did, he'll die alongside you," MeiMei retorted before turning her back and storming out of the room with a huff.

The two armed men looked down at Ai for a moment before silently exiting the room. Only the man with sunglasses remained, his gaze fixed upon her.

Ai turned away from him, summoning every ounce of strength to endure the pain coursing through her body. She fought back the urge to cry out and scream Y/N's name, not wanting him to scold her for appearing weak.

A heavy sigh escaped the man with sunglasses as he prepared to leave. The sound of something metallic hitting the ground caught Ai's attention, causing her to shift her gaze.

As the doors closed, Ai's eyes caught sight of a key on the ground where the man had stood. A glimmer of hope surged through her, and she swiftly crawled towards the key, utilizing her athletic prowess to reach it with her bound hands behind her back.

"Haha, all those hours playing video games paid off," she chuckled to herself, the anticipation building as she began to maneuver the key to free herself from the flimsy plastic ropes that had restrained her.

"Owie... that damn bitch really kicked me hard," she winced, feeling the pain resonate through her body as she struggled to regain her footing.

Summoning her courage, Ai gripped the door handle, bracing herself for the inevitable pain she would face if she were caught again. But she had to take the chance, to ensure that Y/N would come to her rescue.

"It should be there," Ai whispered, her voice determined as she steeled herself. With a deep breath, she slowly opened the door and dashed down the dimly lit hallway of a familiar apartment building.

The sound of MeiMei's screams echoed through the air as Ai burst into the living room, fully aware that she would encounter both MeiMei and the guards. With unwavering focus, she disregarded everything and everyone else, leaping over the coffee table to grab her bag. Swiftly retrieving her phone, she opened Y/N's text messages.

"Please send," she whispered urgently, her trembling fingers tapping the screen. Before she could fully comprehend the outcome, her wrist was violently yanked by one of the guards, causing her to let out a yelp of pain. The forceful blow to her head swiftly followed, rendering her unconscious.

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Ps: for those wondering, Ai was kidnapped yes but MeiMei brought her bag and pretend they were going out to get something to avoid any suspicions and confusion