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What secrets do you hide in the eyes that burn with fire

Though the truth might be harsh, you’re still a liar

Trust never came easy for us yet you continue your deceit

I try to see through your mask to only find defeat

We used to be so close but we drifted apart

Still I love you and it’s breaking my heart

Yet it seems you do not wish to make amends

Was I wrong to think we were once friends?

You vanquished my dreams and told me to leave

Well I needed you, you back-stabbing thief

I will never tell you my pain, I wouldn’t dare

Because a moment with you is already so rare

So keep on believing that I forgave you

I do not want to make you sad too

We were a family, sister and a brother

Was I really a fool to think we loved each other?

They were sitting at the table, eating their meal. Which wasn’t to bad, she had to admit. They made occasional small talk but the pauses in between were grating on her nerves. The silence made her uncomfortable, it was filled with tension and so was her company. They were on guard, it seemed that they expected something to happen any moment. Holding back another sigh, she looked up, wondering what secrets they were hiding. She chided herself, secrets… there’s no conspiracy here. It must me my imagination. She moved her gaze to her brother and as if sensing it he look up. There was a flash of sadness in his eyes but it disappeared so quickly, she wondered if it had been real. She felt a sting of regret, realizing that she could not read her brother like she used to. Something tore at her heart when he ignored her inquiring glance and redirected his attention back to his plate. The girl with the yellow shirt, Lily she reminded herself, took a sip of her water and smiled at her. “Do you like the food?”Ava smiled back, mentally thanking the girl for breaking the silence. “Yes thanks it’s great.”

“So Casey said you traveled the world. You must’ve seen a lot of places, then?”

“You could say I’ve seen my share of the world. It fascinating really how people from different cultures act. I always try to learn their ways of life. Of course…” she continued, smiling, “Nightlife is a part of that ” The girl laughed while her brother snorted.

“So what did you do in Paris?”

oOoOo

The black-clad figure crouched in the shadows, amber eyes searching her surroundings for threats. A gloved hand reached out to steady herself as she leaned further over the edge to observe the scene below her. There was only one man standing guard before the door. She smiled, this would be easy. She soundlessly lowered herself to the ground, careful to stay in the shadows. The veil of darkness concealed her as she approached her prey. She moved swiftly and attacked, a gleaming silver dagger was the last thing her opponent saw.

With a feline grace she stalked through the corridors; carefully avoiding the patrols. Finally arriving at the door she sought she slipped inside the room and carefully closed the door behind her. The chamber was plunged in darkness but it did not bother her. Her eyes seemed to glow as she cautiously navigated through the room. Approaching her target she tightened her grip on the dagger. As she lifted it above the sleeping figure, her feline spirit stirred. Suddenly alarmed she swiftly twirled around; just in time to stop the blow aimed at her head. Estimating her situation she had only a flash second to observe her attacker. He was large and muscular , dressed in dark, common garb. His hair was brown and shaggy and deep brown eyes regarded her from underneath heavy brows. She sensed the restless animal spirit in the man and new this was actually her target. Looking back at the bed she realized there was nothing but pillows underneath the sheets. She cursed herself, how could she not have sensed it. Moving backwards from the man she struck a fighting pose, her dagger ready to strike. The man’s smile made her shiver in disgust. Growling in annoyance she attacked but her opponent grabbed her arm and easily threw her to the ground. Knowing there was no way she could win from this man with pure strength she decided is was best to rely on her speed. She struck out in a blur. The man evaded her moves yet was too slow to stop the blade from cutting his arm.

He sneered and she could see his muscles tense underneath the tanned skin. Glowing clouds gathered around his body, slowly taking on the shape of a huge brown bear. He threw his arms forward and she tensed as the transparent bear charged at her. Furring her brows in concentration she also unleashed her animal spirit. The beasts screamed as they collided. The bear swatted at the feline with a heavy, clawed paw, while her Cougar spirit agilely sprung out of the way, sinking her teeth in the bears flesh. She tore her eyes from the spirit battle and focused once more on her target. This time he was the first to strike, she avoided the forceful blows with the same agility her cougar spirit possessed. Landing a series of hard blows and quick slashes, the man began to stagger, to large to keep up with her. Smiling in victory she brought the dagger down in one smooth movement, burying the blade deep in his broad chest. Pulling it back out, she let the now lifeless body fall to the ground. Mission accomplished.

oOoOo

“Ava?” A voice pulled her back to the present. She turned to look at the girl, noticing her brother’s concerned stare. “What did you say?” She asked as normal as possible, cursing herself for her lack of focus.

“What did you do in Paris?” Lily repeated. Ava was relieved to notice that there was no sign of frustration in her tone. It wouldn’t do good to piss of her brother’s friends so soon.

“A lot.” She said, smiling. “It’s a very beautiful place, especially at night. It was really quite the experience.”

“I can imagine.” The girl said, a wishful expression on her face.

Ava smiled sweetly. I don’t think you can.