Kitty Cat

Chapter 41

       I raised both arms high, before pulling at the bowstring, stretching it while I aimed for the target, I could feel the tension from the others that surrounded the booth as I exhaled right before I released. Hitting dead center for the 8th time. The onlookers awed while I took the time to take out another arrow, the stall keeper was obviously anxious as I obviously had my eyes on the large black Dragon Plush from How to Train Your Dragon, it had reminded me of the black cat the first time I saw it  and since the said black cat had given me a white rabbit.. I thought I'd give it to Adrien cuz he was dressed up as him today.. that and for the reason that I wasn't too keen on giving the cat a gift on Valentine's day after.. that.

".. ahh, the tension is killing me!" A voice behind me exclaimed as I did a side step to face another target. I closed my eyes, taking a deep breath before raising both arms once more. Taking aim as I felt my arms slightly quiver due to the tension, my breath hitched as I accidentaly let go too early, my aim slightly off, but still managed to hit the target for 10 points. The crowd did a silent cheer, making me smile. I didn't need to hear. I felt it. Similar to how my fans would whenever they were present during an outdoor shoot, and besides. The nervous blond behind me was the most excited of them all as the loud thunk of the arrow hitting the target resounded and that enough was a great motivation on itself.. the stall keeper panicked. Rubbing the back of his neck as he gestured me to stop. The crowd behind me grumbled, almost as if cursing the stall owner for disrupting their fun. To which I complied, listening to what he has to say..

"So uh.. we don't always do this.. but when a player gets 9 consecutive 10 points.. we were told to give them an extra challenge.." I smirked.. I can see where this is going.. "if you accept the moving Targets challenge, you'll be given twice the reward.." he coaxed.. and If I fail, I get nothing most probably.. pfft what an obvious scam.

"Sure.. what do I have to do?" I questioned lowering the bow and he sighed in relief..

"I'll give you an extra arrow.. all you have to do, is to hit 2 tens from the moving target.." I thought it through.. there's obviously a catch to it.. but it seemed fun, so I gave the stall owner a grin

"And if I fail?" I questioned innocently..

"I of course won't let you go empty handed, its been a while since I've seen a shooter such as yourself.. so I'll give you one of these.." he showcased stuffed animals, that were much smaller than the grand prize.. I frowned

"Sure.. I'll  play your little game.." I stated smugly. The stall keeper hid a smirk behind a benevolent smile..

"_(Y/N).." Adrien called as he touched my shoulder. I grinned pinching his nose lightly before patting his hand..

"I'll get it.." I stated. Full of determination as I eyed the white Dragon the stall keeper displayed beside the Black Dragon. An obvious provocation, and yet a very effective one. I reached for the arrow he handed but halted as he chuckled..

"You can still back out if you're unsure.." he taunted. It was obvious that he was teying to get into my head.. probably irritate me enough to lose focus.. but too bad, my profession has already Imprinted a calmness in me that amplified everytime I bickered with Aira..

"It's fine. Thanks" I grasped the arrow, loading it into the bow. The stall owner shrugged grinning as he pressed a button. The target moved moderately fast, my eyes started to memorize how the target moved, I sighed, looking back at Adrien handing him the bow and Arrow.. I patted my purse taking out a Hair tie. I was quick to tie my hair back in a high messy ponytail.. "No goodluck?" I questioned jokingly and Adrien grinned, patting my head affectionately. I chuckled as I stepped back  facing the target.. Raising both arms as I pulled the bowstring back

"Oh, before I forget.. you only have 90 seconds to do it.." there's the catch I was waiting for. I smirked, noticing how the moving target had already gained much more speed than how it started earlier. But too bad, I had already memorized its pattern of movement, he tried to scam me of my winning, so I scammed him of his 90 second rule by the excuse of having to tie my hair, he probably thought it was more anvantageous for him since the target would've had long gained it's fastest speed before I could shoot, but ehh, that's not really an issue to me. I aimed at the starting point, already aware that the target would stall for atleast a second after twenty.. well ten seconds of movement, after it reached its fastest speed. I took a deep breath, leveling my hand that held the bowstring with my cheek as I fixed my posture, exhaling slowly as I released. I could feel the unease of the people behind me.. more so by the blond. Bet you a hundred Euros that his brows are furrowed. I peeked over to him, only to find his brows furrowed, lips pouted as he concentrated at the arrow lodged at the moving target as if trying to determine that I had indeed hit ten points, which I assure you, I did. "..60 seconds left little girl.." the stall keeper taunted

"Mhm.." I hummed in response, not reacting to his taunting.. I loaded the arrow, raising both arms as I aimed. I took a couple of breaths, before pulling on the bowstring to its limits. I inhaled, counting in my head.. I exhaled 3.. 2.. 1. Release. The arrow pierced through the target, a loud thud was heard as the arrow pierced through the thin board and onto the wooden beam behind it halting its movements, my eyes widened as I stilled. Arms slithered around my waist and I laughed, turning around to give the Blond a hug.. "Why are you so happy? Its not like I won the olympics.." I teased, poking his nose making him chuckle as he leaned his forehead against mine

"I was worried.." he grumbled, to which I responded with a light tickle on his chin..

"Calm down Kitty.." I teased before I plopped down the bow on the counter and taking the dragon plushies in my arms as I trudged back to Adrien. Presenting the black one to him to which he chuckled. Taking it under one of his arms and the other took hold my hand as he pulled me away from the scene. I laughed up a storm as I let him drag me through the sea of people. Halting as I tugged on his hand.. finally out of breath "we.. had this conversation.. already!" I huffed scolding him lightly.. leaning my forehead against his shoulder as I tried to steady both my heart and breathing..

A/N: Sorry about posting late.. again