Killer walked around the village, she had been asked by her parents to go buy some seeds to plant and some other materials. Killer smiled as she saw the things she needed to get. She bought some seeds and then grabbed the rest, she paid some money and silently snuck two apples inside her pocket.
"Thanks for buying," smiled the merchant. He looked very happy and pleased, though Killer knew the only reason was that someone from the Target family bought from his story. Specifically, a while ago she discovered that apparently, she was one of the prettiest women in the village. Which confused her but she mostly ignored it.
"It was a pleasure doing business with you" Killer smiled before she walked away, when she knew she was far away she snuck the apple out and started eating it. Soon after she arrived back home, she was greeted by Grey. She smiled back at him.
"Did you steal an apple for me too?" asked Grey, whispering. Killer nodded and gave him his apple before walking inside the house.
"Hello mother," Killer says smiling.
"Hello Killer, just leave the things on the table" Mrs. Target smiled, Killer nodded and walked to the kitchen. She left all the supplies and things in there.
Killer walked up to her room and entered it, then she changed into her training clothes. She made sure no one was watching and opened her window and soon jumped out of it, in mid-air she turned into a bird. She flew around the neighborhoods and suddenly stopped in one. Some children had caught her attention.
Killer lowered herself to the tree branches and hid there, when she was sure she couldn't be seen she turned back to her own form.
"Elder brother, who are the Targets?" asked a young boy, around Grey's age.
"A very strong and agile family, rumor says they have a shapeshifter daughter," the older one says.
"Yeah sure, liar" sighed the younger one again.
"You really don't believe me?" teased the eldest brother "they are one of the wealthiest families in the village! They are normally targets of assassin groups since legend says they used to be protectors of this village"
"They would hunt for the poor, fight against any other kingdoms or assassins, etc. They were the greatest and nicest but suddenly one day the strongest kingdom took control over our village, they tried to fight back but most of their relatives were killed so they had to fall and hide. It's said they have stopped practicing attacking and fighting, but they are said to be some of the most beautiful or most handsome people in the town" explained the elder brother.
"Wow... who knew that one family could be so strong" exclaimed the younger brother, "but how are they wealthy?" asked the younger again.
"As soon as they noticed they failed they took as much land as they could, started farming and hunting, and then selling as much as they could '' the elder one explained once again. "They were very organized, normally they marry those with high status to keep the money going, plus there are still rumors that they are assassins and kill strangers for money" explained the older brother, he was just trying to scare the younger ones.
Killer gave a low scoff at this she got up and turned back into a bird, soon flew above the children. Shocking the older one and making the younger shriek in fear.
Killer gave a sharp turn and headed back home, though she tried to be discreet. She also turned into a species of bird that stayed around the castle all year long. Even if it is winter.
When she came back she just went to one of the tree branches and went back to her usual form. She grabbed a ponytail and tied her hair up.
"Family Target" a man's voice called, Killer looked over and saw a knight from the castle. She slowly headed to the ending branches of the tree which she knew could hold her weight.
Killer looked over to her house and saw her father and mother come out, they looked as if they knew that someone would be calling for them. Her father and mother were both nicely dressed. Her father wore the normal type of clothes that you wear to a ball, her mother wore a dress for special occasions.
"What do you need?" asked Mr. Target.
"Your daughter has been found stealing food from markets" the knight scolded.
"My daughter would never do such a thing" scolded Mr. Target back.
"There are also angry people saying that you don't teach her to be like a lady and let her do anything of her free will" the knight growled, "if this is the case a young man ready to marry will be found for her" explained the knight. Killer's parents gasped in horror.
"How dare you say she is no lady, I have taught my daughter to be a lady!" Mrs. Target claims as she snaps her finger four times. Killer got the message and fast but secretly went back inside the house. She quickly changed into a dress, when she finished putting it on she was just in time since her father just called her.
She quickly but delicately went down.
"You called father?" Killer said putting on an act.
"Yes my daughter, just wait here" Mr. Target smiled.
"Fine, after all, villagers just like blaming each other" the knight sighed, Killer was about to ask what happened when suddenly the knight glared at her, Killer froze.
"What else do you want?" Mr. Target asked, noticing the knight's glare.
"The princes are looking for someone to marry, do you wish your daughter to be on the list?" asked the knight.
Mr. and Mrs. Target froze, they looked at each other and then at Killer who showed no emotion.
"Could we please have some time to think about it?" asked Mrs. Target.
"Of course," said the knight, "I will give you until tonight when it's time to come back and ask for your answer," the knight explained.
"What will happen during this period of time?" asked Mr. Target.
"Your daughter will be most of the time checked on her diet, vestment, and other things. She will also be under control and asked to wear mostly elegant clothes, it will be asked that they come out of their own house the less they can and lastly sometimes she will have dates with the princes" the knight explained.
Killer felt herself boil in anger, she wanted to scream "no!" at the top of her lungs but if she did her family would fall. Killer did not wish for that to happen, so she kept herself silent. She kept her gaze tranquil though made sure to put it a bit nervous on purpose, as soon as the knight turned his back to them she glared at him.
The family went back inside the house, Grey was there watching nervously.
"Grey, please go to your room dear" Mrs. Target smiled, "Killer we need to talk," she said, turning around to face her daughter. Killer scoffed a bit, gaining a glare from both her parents. Mr. Target was done with this, he was about to start everything more serious but he was caught off by Mrs. Target who signaled him that Killer was going to talk.
"I know it will help with choosing who I'm marrying, and it helps with my future, plus it will help our family but..." Killer sighed, "I want to choose who to marry" she insisted looking up to her parents.
"We are sorry but we are going to have to say yes Killer" Mr. Target declared.
"Why?" snapped Killer.
"Killer, our family is the target of assassins this way not only us but you will be left alone and most likely be safe in the castle!" snapped Mr. Target.
"I can protect myself, father," Killer claimed.
"I know you can but if you wish for a family of your own it's better than not only you but other people protect you," Mrs. Target said sweetly trying to console her daughter and put some good reasoning. Killer desperately looked at both her parents.
"Look, there are rumors that they are targeting us, they might likely let you stay in the castle with your brother where you two will be safe" sighed Mr. Target. "Once the assassins are gone you can probably come back" Mr. Target added with a smile now.
Killer sighed and just nodded, she walked up to her room and plopped down in her bed.
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Question of the day: What would be the absolute worst name you could give your child?
The first chapter has finally been posted, hope you guys enjoyed it! I will be informing shortly in my other account that I have finally posted the first official story! Have an awesome day/afternoon/night, stay safe, and see you on Friday!
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