citlalmina ☼ s. rogers

I.XI

"Sorry!" Steve called out as he sprinted after the car.

"Wait here!" Elenara raced after him, leaving a frustrated Peggy behind. Adrenaline pumped through her body, her anger and grief only fueled her speed. Ever since the day in the alley, she has felt stronger, faster, and more agile. The goddess quickly caught up with Steve, both panting as their chests heaved. Steve panted furiously, making a sharp turn, maneuvering his way between the cars and yelped as he ran into a store window, shattering the glass. He wasn't used to his new body yet, everything felt strange to him. Hell, this is the longest and fastest he has ever ran.

"I'm sorry!" He apologized, guilt panging his chest. Elenara didn't spare him a glance, she was too focused on the son-of-a-bitch that killed her friend.

"C'mon Steve!" He forced his legs to go faster and eventually he passed her, running ahead. He took a turn through a slim alley and jumped over the fence. Elenara watched in awe as he landed on his feet perfectly. Xiuhcoatl took form into a staff in her hands and she swung him, sending a wave of blue-green fire that destroyed the metal fence. Her legs soon grew tired, each stride grew slower and slower. She sucked air through her teeth; she had lost sight of them.

Droplets of sweat dripped down her forehead as she filled her lungs with air. The sun wasn't out, it was covered by an army of clouds that refused to let its rays pass through.

"Mierda, where did they go."
"Shit."

Xiuhcoatl's tongue flickered rapidly, pointing his sharp tail down the busy road. He then, coiled around her arm and turned to stone. Without wasting any more time, she ran down the concrete sidewalk, swiftly dodging citizens.

"Watch where you're going!"

"Hey!" She winced upon hearing their complaining and cried out an apology. Gun shots along with the cries of a woman echoed in her ear. She slowed her pace and let herself regain air that her lungs desperately called out for.

"No! Not my son!" A mother shrieked for her child. Elenara raced down the empty road, towards the mob of people.

"Let go of my son!" She desperately fought out of the tight hold of the man as she cried. Pity engulfed her brown eyes.

"Don't worry, we'll get your son back to you." The woman sniffed as her tears stained her pale cheeks.

"Please, bring him back." Elenara nodded and ran towards the pier, finally catching up with Steve.

"Careful, he has a kid with him." He warned as he hid behind the brick wall. Xiuhcoatl unraveled himself, springing into his staff form. They both nodded to each other and slowly poked their head around the corner. The spy immediately pointed the gun at the child's head as he tightly gripped him by the collar.

"Wait, don't!" They called out simultaneously. He then aimed his gun at them, prompting Steve to place himself in front of her, ready for the bullet to impale his body. Pulling the trigger, they flinched, holding on to each other. Yet, the bullet never came. He grunted in frustration and launched the child into the water. The cold fear hit her body, sprinting towards the edge and jumping towards the murky water.

"Elle!"

Her tan skin was met with the bitter cold water as she broke through its barrier. She gasped in shock from the cold, reaching out for the child. Xiuhcoatl sprung forwards and wrapped himself around his arm, pulling his body towards her. Elenara pulled him up for air as he shivered against her body.

"Go! We are okay!" She nodded towards him with a reassuring smile and he raced after the spy.

"You're so warm." His words came out muffled as he huddles his face in her neck. He tightly kept his arms around her neck and his legs wrapped around her waist.

"Let's get you back to your mother." With a grunt, she propelled herself forwards, making sure his head is above the water.

"Get on my back and hold on tight, okay?" The ginger haired boy did as she said. Elenara reached for the ladder that was against the brick wall and pulled herself up, losing both of her heels. Water dripped down against her bare legs as goosebumps prickled her skin.

"We made it." She breathed out as water droplets glided down her short hair. A man helped her up onto her feet. The child's mother embraced him in a hug in hoped to keep him warm.

"Thank you." She said to her, pressing a kiss to his forehead. Elenara felt happiness swell in her chest and she flashed her a smile.

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