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(Picture of Adam drawn by @lucasvitek, picture of Sauli from BB; edited by my best friend!)
Adam:
It's not easy, the way I live. But I don't mind it that much. I mean, if I had a choice, I probably wouldn't choose to live hidden alone in the woods, but I don't have a choice, so what's the point in being upset over something I can't control? Anyways, I'd rather live like this than live as one of those stupid kings or princes in their huge palaces. They are all spoiled, stuck-up, rich brats. I had no sympathy for any of them, especially since their life was as easy as adding two plus two. They didn't care about anyone else. It honestly made me sick to my stomach just thinking about it.
I took a deep breath, sighing and splashing around in the lake a little bit. I used my hand as a cup, getting water on my muscular arms and chest. I quickly ducked underwater to get my hair wet. When I came back up, I ran my fingers through my thick black hair. I loved to relax like this. I loved the lake. It was probably the only thing in this world I actually did love. And since I can't afford much, this is how I liked to bathe.
The lake was beautiful. I discovered it when I was young, probably about nine or ten. I had been wandering in the woods when I pushed through a couple branches and gasped at the sight in front of me. Giant trees surrounded the lake, making it secluded and private. The grass between the lake and the trees was a beautiful bright green, complementing the color of the dark blue lake perfectly. I smiled at the memory. Ever since then, this had been my favorite place to be.
As I was deep in though, I gasped when my hand ran over one of my most recent scars; I bit my lip. Shit, that hurt. I forgot I wasn't completely healed yet. I tried to stretch my arms, feeling my bones pop. I hissed at the pain. I was sore. Fuck, I hate being sore...
To soothe my sudden pain, I started to hum a soft melody I had been working on, nothing special. Writing songs was one of my favorite pastimes. I didn't write down the lyrics all the time; they lived in my head. I don't have the best memory, but somehow I am able to remember all of the songs I write.
Suddenly I heard a crack. I looked up, seeing nothing but a broken stick. I could feel the rage start to boil inside of me. This is my place, no one else's. If someone has a problem with that, they can go fuck them self. “Who the fuck is there?” I yelled out, knowing I wasn't alone. I could just sense it.
I looked around and something caught my eye. I saw a head peak out from behind a tree and I groaned. Ugh, I so do not feel like dealing with anyone right now.
He looked at me with wide blue eyes. His blond hair was styled in a Mohawk sort of way, and I could see some sort of tattoo on his neck. Who the fuck is this kid? And what is he doing here? “What are you doing here?! Go away!” But of course, since my luck sucks complete ass, the kid did exactly the opposite of what I told him to do.
He stepped out from behind the tree, getting a bit closer to the lake. “I am very sorry... I am Sauli! And you must be...?” he said in a thick, accented voice. He sounds European, but I can't be sure. He smiled at me, and I glared back.
“I don't care who you are, go away.” I said, wanting to finish my bath in peace.
The kid, or Sauli, whatever his name is, frowned. “Why, sir? You do not like company?” He took a few more steps towards the lake.
Okay, what? Did he just call me “sir”? Fuck no, this Sauli's kid has got to go. “Seriously? Are you stupid? I said go. Away.” I couldn't help but look Sauli over. He was definitely attractive, but he looks so young. Although, his muscle tone was amazing... And his eyes were gorgeous...
Dammit! Snap out of it, Adam. He may be hot, but he's an annoying little kid. You want nothing to do with him.
“But...” the European began, “Why are you here? Where is your family?” I groaned, rubbing my temples. He just won't give up, will he?
“FUCK OFF!” I yelled, angry. At least now he knows I have a short temper. “Oh my god, you're so annoying. I'll fucking hurt you if you don't leave.” I threatened, throwing him daggers.
Sauli's eyes widened, looking at me in fear. “Why would you wish such pain upon me?” he asked. Why does he speak so formally? It's really pissing me off.
I groaned, giving up on finishing my bath in peace. I climbed out of the lake, butt naked, pulling on some old pants I wore almost every day. “Thanks for ruining my time, asshole.”
“I am very sorry... I do not know what I did wrong...” He said, frowning again. He was standing up completely straight and his eyes didn't leave my face once.
“Whatever. Why are you even here?” I questioned. “You're, like, twelve. Go home.” He was really starting to piss me off. I just wanted to go home and eat. Shit, that reminds me... I still have to hunt...
“I am sixteen.” Sauli said, smiling at me. I raised an eyebrow. Sixteen? There's no way.
“Sixteen? You look fucking twelve. Why won't you just go home? There's nothing to see here.” I glared at him, picking up my bow-and-arrow. I loved it. I made it myself a few years ago. It was basically what kept me alive.
Sauli eyed the wooden arrows and bow in my hands. “U-Um, I do not like home... I did not like being... Erm... Rich?” he said in a questioning sort of tone. He didn't like being rich? Are you kidding me? This spoiled bastard...
I rolled my eyes. “You're complaining about being rich? What a snot-nosed brat.”
Sauli half glared and half frowned at me. “I do not appreciate your hurtful words...” That's it. Why is he so annoying?! God!
I took a few steps forward. I was right in front of him before I lifted my hand, smacking the side of his head for being downright annoying and stupid. I heard him gasp and his eyes widened. He looked back at me with tears in his eyes. “Why the fuck are you crying?!” I asked. No one I've ever hit before has cried. Sauli is such a wimp...
“Y-You hit me...” he said, wiping a few tears. “It hurt...”
“Well suck it up!” I yelled, stepping away from him a little, preparing to leave. “You can't cry over a little hit, stupid!”
Sauli sniffled, wiping his eyes one last time before his crying came to an end. “Why do you not like me?”
“I don't like anyone!” I yelled, looking at Sauli. He flinched a little from my loud voice. “And I don't know why you're still here! Why haven't you left yet?!”
Sauli looked down. It was the first time he seemed to be embarrassed. “I do not have anywhere to go...” He looked up at me and I rolled my eyes.
“Been there, done that. Sucks, doesn't it? Figure it out on your own.” I said, turning and starting to walk before I heard him talk again. Fucking... I swear to god...
“Wait! I do not know your name...” He said. Is it really safe to tell him my name? What if he's working for someone who's trying to kill me? A lot of people are...
Fuck it, I can defend myself if someone comes for me. It won't be the first time. “Adam.” I said, turning and leaving for good.
I didn't hear him after that. I walked towards my small house, not bothering with hunting. I'm not in the mood. One day without food won't kill me.