there’s a certain level of caution one needed to take in this city. on the one hand, there were plenty of people who wouldn’t blink an eye at the presence of something other than human. on the other, there were plenty of people who’d turn and stare, spit quiet insults, or at the very worst, get violent. even those minding their business might not have been safe, and it was a gamble as to who could be a friend and who could be a problem.
today was lucky enough to be the second option, even though it might not have been ideal. he’d overheard the couple, sitting at a table in an outdoor cafe being not-so-private about their conversation detailing their discomfort at the girl with horns sitting a few tables away.
within a few moments, akira had taken a glass of water from a nearby waiter, taking no heed in spilling its contents over their table.
“sorry,” he says, his intent clear despite his words, “my hand slipped.”
there’s a few moments of outraged stammering before the couple stands up from their seats, walking away with a huff. and with a proud smirk, akira takes the seat in their stead, stacking their plates and setting them neatly aside for the waiter. even though there are plenty of eyes on him, he still turns to the subject of the couple’s conversation.
“sorry,” akira said again, this time clearly more sincere. “figured i’d help clean up the place. sorry if you had to hear any of that. i’m sure you’re used to it by now.”
It had taken all her nerve to remain in her seat, her eyes fixed upon the contents of her cup. Sadly, she was used to it. Even in her own world, people were a constant reminder of the choice she had made over six years ago.
Neither human or believer, she was an outcast. Even here it seemed.
She was used to it. Almost numb, yet just feeling enough of the sting in the words of others.
Lucy had been close to getting up, tired of having to keep up the wall that stopped her emotions running rampant.
She had watched, never having expected anyone but her brother to do such a bold thing in her defence. For a moment she watched him before lowering her eyes again.
“I’m used to it.” Lucy said, her emotions hidden from her tone. “You shouldn’t have troubled yourself...”
She was grateful, she just didn’t know how to say it. By defending her, he may have caused himself trouble down the road.
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