.•What Once Was•. (vixreader)

On the Run.

You and Vi pulled her up with all of your force, managing to get the son of a bitch to let go.
Vi shoved the ladder away just as the Enforcer attempted to climb up, and he toppled against the other Pilties.
She simply looked over them with a scowl, then turned around to your direction. Placing a hand on the small of your waist, she guided you through the opening.

"You need to hide those crystals." Vi stated, motioning to Powder.
"Yeah no shit." You let out a chuckle at Powder's remark, but continued pressing the matter just as you entered a familiar building.
"What are those things anyway?"
"They're finds from Piltover. They are strange little things for sure, given how they were the cause for explosion."
Your brows shot up.
"Woah. Yeah definitely keep those things hidden Pow-pow. Who knows what other crazy shit they can do?!"

"I don't think I wanna find out."
She finished.

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Once back at the last drop and in a more comfortable room, you all took the time to slow down and take a breather.
You were trying to fix one of Powder's gadgets that she needed help with just as a toy monkey dropped down and began clapping the metal plates between its plastic hands.
Everyone immediately perked up with alert, and Vi looked over to you.
"We need to hide. Everybody quick, up on the ceiling boards!"

And you complied to her orders, given how her tone of voice was one of seriousness.
Once everybody was up and holding on for dear life, the sound of boots stepping against the wooden floor could be heard.
The door opened, and in came a goddamned Enforcer. They really couldn't stop bothering could they?

He inspected almost every bit of the room, looking under the beds to see if it was unfortunately one of your hiding spots.
You suddenly noticed Powder, who was desperately holding onto a sole metal bar and was struggling to hold on any longer.
Nothing could be done other than to watch and hope that she had enough force to hold on for just a few more seconds, at least till the Enforcer made his way out.

As she held on, she almost slipped. A slight sound was emitted, and the Enforcer looked around but was not lucky enough.
Just as she was slipping further and further, the Enforcer finally closed the door.
With that, Powder finally let go and fell onto the floor with a thud, to which she let out a small 'ow' at.
She quickly went into another hiding spot and the rest of you all remained on the ceiling in case they came back. So when the door opened and in came Vander, you let out a sigh of relief.
"Are you all okay?"

Vi jumped off, and quickly retorted.
"No we're not okay, they almost saw Powder! What if they took her?
Vander sighed as Powder turned on the candle.
"No one is taking any of you, never let that happen." He replied.
"It's already happening! You heard him, they won't stop. We need to fight back!" Vi exclaimed in frustration as she hit the wall next to her, making dust fly out.
"And if you wont, I will."

"I've heard this kind of talk before."
You turned to look at the others as Vander escorted Vi out for a talk, to which you had no intention of accompanying in. This was between them both.

"I don't think they'll mind if I trail along, I'm sure they won't even notice!"
Mylo whispered as he was about to follow, though you rapidly grabbed his collar.
"Mylo, this is none of our business. Stay here and find something interesting to do."
You stated.
Mylo scoffed, sitting down on a couch and crossing his arms.

You just sat in a lone chair, burying your face in your hand as the fatigue from this whole day began to settle. If only you would've stopped them from going to that stupid job, none of this would've happened.
You hadn't noticed that Claggor and Mylo left the room, or when Ekko did either, given how you were too busy being so deep in thought. How the hell was this gonna work out? What were any of you gonna do to get out of this mess?
The Enforcers never stop until they have achieved what they want. And all they want right now is to put someone behind bars just for the hell of it.

Your train of thought was interrupted as Mylo and Claggor barged back in, excitement coursing through them.
"What's got you both so giddy?"
Claggor smiled.
"People are talking, saying that The Lanes are gonna fight. We need to get ready."
Mylo began searching for spare bandages and other weapons that could be used for the fight, just as Powder leaped up from the bed and began scrounging for bits and pieces to make more bombs.

You could do nothing but sigh, leaning your head back against the couch.
Great, this was just the cherry on top.

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After a while, Vi finally entered the room. She was slightly drenched from the rain, and had a rather gloomy look on her face.
"Vi! Where have you been?"
Mylo pressed as she walked down the stairs.
"Rumor is the lanes are gonna fight."
She didn't reply, instead she walked over to Pow-pow.

Just as Vi sat down, Powder began explaining about her inventions.
"Look! I made them for the Enforcers. These are smoke bombs, and those two are full of nails. They're gonna work this time, I know it."
Vi smiled, in awe of her little sister.
"Me too."
She pushed the pretty blue hair out of her face, making Powder smile.
She slipped a stuffed rabbit into her hands, and began talking.

"You know, Powder, what makes you different makes you strong. Always remember that, okay?"Powder nodded, and Vi stood, heading on over your direction.
She sat down next to you, laying her head on your shoulder as her hand found yours.
"I don't know how we're gonna do it but, we'll get through this. I just know of it." She affirmed, looking straight ahead.
You smiled, brushing her hair behind her ear with your spare hand to admire her a little more.
"And I'll be by your side the whole time."

Vi didn't say anything, just simply nodded as she looked ahead, keeping an eye on Powder.
You could feel your eyelids getting heavier and heavier, so you let them close, just for a little.

It'd be just a little while.

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