The young nighthunter, Nik Ryder was sleeping soundly. His bare chest slowly rising and falling as his breathing was soft and calm. He was clearly deeply asleep, until a strange sound suddenly reached his ears, interrupting his peaceful slumber. He groaned softly, shifting slightly and lifting his head from his pillow to listen closely. Still half asleep, he suddenly heard a familiar sweet voice echoing in his mind. It was his girlfriend, Alexis, calling out to him through the telepathy link they shared. A gifted bound by The Fate. Despite his groggy state, a small smile played across his lips. He closed his eyes, focusing on the connection, and responded telepathically.
"Alex? Is that you, sweetheart?"
Then he tensed up as he picked up the sensations coming from Alex. He could feel the chill and darkness. Panic surged through him.
"Alex?! What's going on? Where are you? Are you alright?"
"Nik, I don't remember, I'm beeing held captured in... Uggh, my head..."
The young nighthunter tried to focus his mind, using the telepathy connection to sense her location, the scene and gather as much information as possible. According to her state, she wasn't able to tell where she was, but he still had to find her somehow. And fast. With a deep breath, he sent a strong mental message aimed at Alex, filled with concern and urgency.
"Alex, stay calm. I'm coming for you. Just tell me one thing. Are you hurt?"
"Nik, I..."
She stopped speaking as their connection broke, and she fainted.
Nik's entire body tensed with urgency, his instincts kicking in. He swiftly rolled off the bed, grabbed his clothes and weapons. He quickly pulled on his gray shirt, put his black pants on, adjusted his long brown leather jacket and grabbed his black boots. Every second counted now as he prepared to set out.
"Alex, hang in there. I'm coming, rook."
With the Holy Light Crossbow slung across his back and the Blightblades strapped to his belt, the man dashed without hesitation. Whatever stood between him and Alex, it wouldn't survive long enough to regret it.
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"Let me go! I will never marry you.", Nik's girlfriend, Alex shouted at the kidnapper.
"You will marry me, so I will become the ruler of Lamrian. And then, I'll get rid of you, dear.", the figure hissed while playing with the magical handcuffs she was forced into. They made sure that no fae magic could break them. She was a prisoner.
"No, I won't let this happen."
"Stubborn, aren't we? My servants did a great job in arranging a last-minute wedding. By the way, you look pretty in your new wedding dress."
"Get your filthy hands off my girl!", a powerful voice echoed in the hall. It belonged to a muscular, blond-haired man with silvery-blue eyes who burst through the chapel doors with a crossbow drawn. He fired a warning shot that shattered a stained glass window.
"Nik! I knew you'd come! You finally found me, love.", Alex whispered.
Nik Ryder, nighthunter and Alex's boyfriend was flipping his blightblades in each hand with style while his eyes were locked on the villain.
"Nobody forces my Alex into anything. Let's settle this like men. Unless you'd rather run now?", he demanded before he gave Alex a quick wink.
"But... but the ceremony is already...", the villain stammered.
"Oh good, then we can skip to the fun part where I kick your ass.", the hero cut him off as he cracked his knuckles.
Then he noticed his girlfriend struggling with the heavy wedding dress. The sight was so beautiful, but with the wrong groom by her side.
"Here, let me..."
With a single precise slash of one of his blightblades, he cut exactly some of the heavy fabric away while keeping her completely safe. She gasped as the heavy fabric fell away, leaving her in a much lighter and more comfortable mini dress.
"You always know just what I need!"
The young man grinned while twirling his blade.
"Dresses are overrated anyway. Nice high heels by the way. Now...", he spoke, extended a hand toward her while keeping his crossbow trained on the villain with his other hand.
"Shall we dance our way out of here, sweetheart? Ready to escape this place, rook?"
"Lead the way, my nighthunter. With you by my side, I'm ready for anything."
Nik turned back to the villain while still keeping an eye on Alex.
"Last chance to surrender, pal."
"Never!!"
Nik swept Alex into a dramatic dip as the villain charged toward them.
"Hold on tight, love..."
And in one fluid motion, he covered her while firing his crossbow backward without looking and successfully pinned the villain's sleeve to the wall.
"Show-off!", Alex called, got up, and positioned herself next to him now.
"For you? Always, rook.", he answered while spinning her under his arm.
Suddenly, more attackers appeared from behind to stop the couple from escaping. Nik pulled out twin blightblades and his playful grin now turned deadly serious.
"Stay behind me, beautiful. We're dancing our way home. One bloody waltz at a time."
In a blinding flash of holy light caused by his crossbow arrows, Nik effortlessly fended off numerous attackers without once looking in Alex's direction. The girl was awed by the display of his strength and power.
"Wow..."
As the dust settled, Nik turned to Alex with a playful smirk.
"Oh, I'm full of surprises.", he answered while scanning the area. He flicked blood off his blades and then began to break the enchanted handcuffs around her wrists.
"Still think bodyguarding is boring, rook?"
"I never said boring... Just a bit too dramatic?"
"Where's the fun in that? Besides... You're worth every bit of drama, rook.", he whispered, then stepped closer and tucked a loose strand of silvery-black hair behind her ear.
The young woman blushed as her savior and lover suddenly scooped her up bridal style. He grinned at her squeak of surprise.
"What? Thought we'd walk home after all that?"
With the wind rushing through their hair, Alex wrapped her arms around Nik's neck for support while the night skyline streaked by. He effortlessly landed rooftop to rooftop with each leap, never losing balance or breaking stride. Alex starts laughing uncontrollably.
"This is insane! You can't just... just... Woah!!!"
The man leaped into the air with a spin that ended with her dangling upside down, but before she could yell he caught her just in time so they're face to face. Holding her effortlessly, he gazed into her eyes with a teasing grin.
"Yes? Can't just what?"
She spluttered, flustered, as he righted her effortlessly.
"You can't just carry me around like a sack. It's... It's..."
"It's... what?"
"It's not fair. I want to show off too!"
"Okay, that's a fair point. Let's see you try, then."
He gently set her down, keeping a steadying hand on her waist.
"Fine, I'll show you. Watch this, Nik."
The woman took a couple of steps back, gathering speed, then leaped... only to trip just short of the next rooftop and fall flat on her face.
"Ow..."
He burst out laughing, tried hard to contain it as she dusted herself off. Her cheeks flushed from the embarrassing fall and his laughter.
"Damn, that... that was... You okay, rook?"
"You know, I actually meant to do that. And it worked."
"Uh-huh.... Riiiight. Sure you did."
Without warning, Nik suddenly scooped her up and tossed her into the air, only to catch her in a dramatic dip just before she hit the ground. His face inches away from hers while his blue eyes twinkled with mischief.
"That, rook. Now that was on purpose."
Alex's breath hitched as he pulled them both upright in one smooth motion. She playfully shoved his shoulder while still clinging to his leather jacket.
"You're ridiculous, Nik Ryder"
"And you're stuck with me, rook."
"But Nik, jokes aside. I'm... I'm so glad you saved me today. If you hadn't, then I..."
She turned serious, took his hand, and rested her head on his shoulder, hiding her worried look on his face.
"Alex, don't think about it. I'm here and you're safe now, that's what matters. I'll always be there for you.", he comforted her while stroking her hair.
There was no way anything or anyone would dare to harm her in his watch. Not with Nik Ryder.
Suddenly, unwanted guests appeared from the dark and surrounded the young couple on the roof of a building.
Immediately, Nik and Alex pressed their back against each other's and got into a defensive stance. Nik drew the crossbow from its holster and secretly gave her an extra dagger to use if she needed. The palms of his girlfriend, Alex started to buzz with fae magic. She wanted to fight beside him, but with her magic instead.
"We have visitors, Nik."
"They picked the wrong rooftop to crash our date night. Let's teach them a lesson. You ready?", he asked and grinned as he saw her magic flare up brighter.
"I'm ready, babe."
Back against the wall, the couple shot arrows, fought in combat, used magic, and more to fight off their opponents.
Nik just ducked a swinging blade and rolled to one knee, firing two rapid shots. Through the battle, he happened to move farther away from his partner. But they were winning.
"You holding up okay back there, rook?", he shouted before charging another shot.
"Nik, watch out!! Between us!"
The couple spun around in a perfect sync, daggers flashing as they carved through the enemy between them. The last foe dropped down.
"Up all night, got demons to fight. Remind me to take you somewhere less... stabby for our next date!"
"What date? But I'd love that, Nik. By the way, I really enjoyed our teamwork. I hate to be a damsel in distress sometimes, but I'm glad you always have my back."
"The way we move together... Almost like we were made to fight side by side.", the hunter remarked while wiping his blade clean on his jacket sleeve.
"If we were both the only ones in the world who could communicate through telepathy, then yes. We were always meant to be, Nik Ryder."
Imagine the Shadowhunters group would meet the Nightbound group. Who would get along with you very well? Main Character included.
I know that Nik Ryder has been compared to Jace and there are some similarities (one of Nik's sprites even looks quite a lot like Jace) but I wonder if perhaps they might get jealous of each other or be a bit competitive.
Also Cal has been compared in looks to Jordan Kyle but aside from looks and both being werewolves I think their personalities are quite distinct... still I think they might get along and admire each others' hair.
Also imagine if Katherine and Vera were too meet Izzy and Clary I think they might form a supernatural dream team of four badass women (five if you're counting the f!MC).
Also Luc meeting Magnus Bane would be interesting as well I think.
"The way of the Creative works through change and transformation, so that each thing receives its true nature and destiny and comes into permanent accord with the Great Harmony: this is what furthers and what perseveres." Alexander Pope
Warnings: Supernatural beeings (and just a veeeeeryyy small fighting scene)
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Sorry for my bad English, because it’s not my first or second language. I’m a beginner when it comes to writing a fanfic. Also my keypad automatically changes a few words by mistake.
Taglist: @choicesficwriterscreations ; @lovealexhunt ; @choicesmonthlychallenge for March 14th 2022 (gold | pi | shapeshifter)
"Who's the cutest? Yes, yes, it's you! My little cutie cat. I love you!!!"
"Love you too, rookie.", Nik replied to his girlfriend as he entered the living room where she was sitting.
"Huh? Oh hey, Nik. I wasn't talking to you.", she replied and quickly turned her attention back towards a tiny cat which was resting in her arms and she was sweet-talking to.
"You're such a good cat, aren't you?", she squeaked and continued with cuddling the tiny, black creature. It let out an annoyed hiss.
Nik smirked, leaned back against the door frame and amusingly watched Alex acting like a little girl. Always filled with energy. She has a pure, soft nature. These are a few things and more which he liked about her. To finally catch her attention, he knocked at the door frame and spoke.
"Glad you're havin' fun with this little fella', but care to explain where you found it?"
"Outside.", she answered without looking at him and still focused on the tiny beeing wrapped in her arms.
The hunter sighted. "Rookie, you can't just take an animal home you found outside a few minutes ago and act like it's your's."
"Nik, that poor cat has no collar which means no one owns it. No way I would have let Mister Cuddles freeze outside in the cold.", Alex protested.
"Mister Cuddles? Seriously, you named it Mister Cuddles??!! I don't think it's male and it doesn't even like cuddling with you, Alex.", Nik explained which was true. The cat has been desperatly trying to escape from Alex since the beginning and kept hissing dangerously at both of them.
"You're just jealous, Nik. Besides, if you can give nicknames why can't I give names too?", Alex argued which made Nik chuckle.
He ducked his head and planted a sweet kiss on her head which made her smile a little.
"Come on, let's hit the sack. Tonight's hunt was though and now I have to protect some kind of gold artifact too. I'm so tired, I wanna sleep now.", the hunter requested her.
"The compass, right? I put it in the livingroom to keep safe, don't worry. Yeah, let's go to sleep."
With a nod, Nik was heading to the bedroom, with Alex following him. They made themselves comfortable on the bed, but Alex was still carrying the cat in her arms.
"Rookie, let the cat go! No animals on the bed!! We'll see what we'll do with it tomorrow mornin'. Now sleep!!", the man groaned at her, lied on his side of the bed and turned the table lights off to darken the room, while Alex was cuddling with the cat on her side of the bed.
"Nik? You know, I was thinking about adopting this poor cat if it turns out that it doesn't belong to anyone. I mean, look at these cute eyes, Nik!!! Nik? Nik, are you listening?", she asked him while petting the animal. Nik was too tired to answer correctly, his eyes were closed.
"Nik? Niiiiik?!"
"Mmmh."
"Just think about it, you, me and this little kitten. A cute and tiny family."
"Mmmmh."
"Eeeeek, we could be like real parents!!"
"Alex, if you're finished with family planning, then it's time to sleep now! Good night!", he wispered tiredly.
Alex giggled and lied down the cat between her and Nik. "Good night, Nik. And good night, Mister Cuddles.", she wispered and then she closed her eyes too and fell asleep.
A few hours later, in the middle of the night, strange noises were appearing from the livingroom which was why the hunter woke up. Next to him, Alex was still asleep, wrapping a pillow with her arms. But, where's the cat?
Still tired, Nik stood up from bed, without waking her up and headed towards the livingroom, only to find an unpleasant figure waiting for him in the dark.
"Well, well, if it isn't the city's most famous nighthunter."
"You?! Sphinx?? Damn, you're that shapeshifter again. Wait a sec, that means the cat...?"
"Correct, your little rookie is really annoyingly crazy and so dumb. Ha! She even let me inside your apartment, hunter.", the shifter laughed.
"Shut up, Sphinx!!"
"Oh, someone's mad? Did I said something wrong about your girlfriend?", she joked which made Nik even more angry.
"You played with her emotions with the help of your cat form, Sphinx. Hey, she miiiight be a littl' crazy, but she's also fearless and strong. I trained her myself and damn, Alex's good. Really good. She's not only my rookie, she is my partner, my everything, my queen... and god help anyone who disrespects my queen."
"Hunter, give me that compass and I might take everything back."
"I'm not gonna give it to you, it's under my protection. Now leave and never come back again or near Alex."
Sphinx bared her teeth, hissing as she springed towards the hunter with hands curved into claws! As she sailed through the air towards him, he ducked... then reached up and heaved her over his head, sending her flying. The shapeshifter crashed against the wall on the other side of the living room. Seeing the shifter like that, Nik amusingly grinned when she glared angrily at him. But she wasn't going to give up that easily. The shapeshifter's body rippled and contorted, shrinking as a pair of black wings burst out her back. She transformed herself into a crow and began picking hardly with the beak at Nik's head to hurt him.
"Aaarrrgh, stop it! You damn shifter, I... I won't give you the golden compass at any cost. I swear, I won't!!"
He tried to push the crow away, but failed and accidently knocked a vase off it's place to shatter the floor. The vase in which the box with the compass was hidden.
"Damnit."
Sphinx sensed Nik's sudden worry and knew it was the box with the artifact hidden inside she was searching for, and before the hunter could do anything, the crow, as known as the shapeshifter, quickly flew away with the box clenched between it's beek. Unfortunatly, this time, Nik failed his mission and the shapeshifter escaped.
The next morning, Nik was sitting with a cup of coffee in the kitchen, thinking about a plan how to get the artifact back from the shapeshifter, until a voice pulled him out from his thoughts.
"Mister Cuddles? Mister Cuddles?!! Nik, have you seen...?"
"Shut up, rookie. Can't you see I'm thinking?!! Forget Mister Snuggles!!!"
"Huh? But, you said we'll search for the owner and... Mister Cuddles, where are you????!!!!!!!", Alex frustratedly called out. "Oh Nik, I'm worried and..."
Sensing the worry in her eyes and knowing about what happened to the cat, he nervously pulled out a piece of crumpled paper and showed it to her.
"Uhhh, that's from Mister Cuddles. A good bye letter.", he wispered.
With a confused look on her face, she took the piece of paper and began to read.
"Dear Alex,
I, Mister Snuggles, love you. But Nik loves you even more. Always listen to your handsome boyfriend. I want you to be happy with him, which is why I decided to leave both of you. Because... uhhhh... My cat-girlfriend need meow me too. Take care.
Yours, Mister Snuggles."
After reading the letter, she immediatly began to giggle and gave Nik a playful punch.
"Nik, I didn't know Mister Cuddles changed his name to Mister Snuggles or that the cat could write letters. Cat-girlfriend, seriously??!! And you better work on your handwriting, Nik."
The tension between them slowly faded away which made Nik chuckle. At least he made her laugh and relax now after she couldn't find the kitten and got worried.
"Okay Nik, now tell me, what's the matter? Why are you awake that early? Hmm?", she worriedly asked him and stroked his blonde hair for comfort.
Guess, he has to tell her what happened with the cat. Without looking at Alex, he told her everything. Everything what happened last night and that the cat was fake.
"Oh, Nik, I'm so sorry. I..."
"No, Alex."
"But Nik, I..."
"Don't be, that's okay. I'm just glad you're safe.", he told her. And this time, he locked his eyes with her's and pulled her closer until her lips touched his. "Rook, I can't imagine how close the danger was and..."
"Sorry, Nik. I just wanted to have someone to play with me because you're always so busy with your job. The others can't hang out with me every day and that cat was sooooo cute. I..."
"Meow."
"Huh?"
"Meow!", he answered again.
"Nik, what are you doing?"
"Meow. Rookie wants to play with me, right?", Nik teased her which made her giggle again.
"Awww, my cute Nik. My Mister Cuddles! Of course, I want you. You're my everything!!", she squeaked and Nik chuckled before planting a quick kiss on her nose.
"Love you, rookie. But I have to go now and get that artifact back from the shapeshifter. I'm a nighthunter, it's my job to keep the World of Day and Night save and in balance.", he sadly explained and was about to leave when Alex stopped him by grabbing his shirt.
"What the...?
"You mean this artifact, Nik?!", she smiled and proudly showed him the golden compass clutched in her other hand.
"Holy light, how... What the...?", filled with surprise and happiness, Nik couldn't get any complete sentences out of his mouth and immediatly grabbed for the compass. It was the exact same compass he had to protect. "But, wait... how did ya'...?"
"Always hide the package and the item inside seperatly, Nik. I swear, back in college that was the best strategy if you wanted to hide your favourite cookies from Kristin. I mean, she always found the cookie box wherever it was hidden, so it was time to hide the cookies!!", she confessed with a dramatic tone in her voice.
"Okaaaaay? But you saved me, Alex!! Damn, I love you.", he happily confessed and kissed her quickly which took her breath away. He felt relieved and so did she now.
Her arms on his neck and her legs around his hips, pulling him closer. His mouth kissing her shoulder moving the neckline of her top out of the way.
"Heeeeeey, wait a sec!!", she called out and pushed herself away from Nik. "Nik, that letter! You really thought I'm that dumb and wouldn't notice that it's written by you?? Cats can't write, every child knows that!!"
"Says the girl who punches ghosts."
"What??!!"
"Uhhh, nothing!! Rookie, I'm sorry. I just had no idea what to do or how to make it up to you. Hey, at least the letter made you laugh. I know how much you like cute animals, please forgive me."
"Marry me and I might forgive you."
"Woah, slow down. You won't get me into marriage, love. I'm not that kind of type."
"Oh, I'll get you to this. Believe me.", she amusingly grinned.
