We're Screwed

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Prologue-

Hi my name is Cara.

And what am I doing right now? Well, its good you should ask.

I guess I'm not doing much; if you exclude the whole running for your life scenario.

And how did this happen you wonder? Well, don't go touching magic glowing balls in museums, and as for the running part...well, lets just say that all men are pigs! and I urmm.. may have a bit of a temper...

My breathing was beginning to quicken and my legs began to burn from running, but I knew I had to speed up from those guards. They were quite fast, considering the uncomfortable shoes they wore, well they looked uncomfortable; it explains the pained expressions that were permanently on their faces, well that better be the reason for their sake..

"riabbia qui!"

Ohhh man that does not sound good. I think they were speaking Spanish or Italian, I'm not too sure; I didn't pay much attention at school, although the only thing I bother to remember in foreign languages is insults and I'm pretty sure he wasn't shouting a compliment..

I glanced beside me to see how my Best friend was keeping up. Oh yeah i forgot to mention; Ashley is my friend who is also being dragged into this mess, although she seems to be in a sour mood, I guess it was because she doesn't do running, or rather any exercsise, for that matter.

"My new shoes" she moped.

I rolled my eyes at her childish behavior

" Hate to put a downer on your day Ash, but we're kinda being chased at the moment"!

She started complaining more frequently, so I quickly reminded her that now was not the time to go on a rant. So she took her frustration out on the guards.

Make it up to Ashley to make the situation worse.

"Catch us if you can Bastardi!"

Why Ashley?...why?

Just as we were about to loose them, a loud crash echoed through the streets as I tripped over and fell on some poor vendors wares. He didn't seem too pleased, and quite frankly, either was I.

My clothes were now decorated in random pastries and fruits; picking food out of my hair as I ran. A glare was aimed at Ashley as if to say 'I dare you'. She took the hint and didn't laugh, although that stumble gave the guards enough time to catch up.

Me and Ashley were stumbling around purposely, trying to loose them; a plan I had formed in my head when I fell over, rather ungraciously.

I spotted some Courtesans and instantly glared at them, as i could see them sniggering behind their fans. Considering our situation, I would of expected someone to at least help! It's as if this is just a regular day for people.

In our haste, I shoved past the passersby who were in the way of us, and Ashley got the same idea.

"Why are they in such a hurry?"

"Who are they running from?"

"I don't know but they must be in trouble!"

Just hearing people say this made me mentally face-palm. How did they not notice the six armed guards sprinting towards us, a few yards back.

And all these stupid streets all look the same, I was sure that we had just passed that church about five minutes ago, and i had definitely destroyed that vendor stand, or maybe it was Ashley..

I looked up at my partner in crime, and a nervous giggle found its way to my lips. I could tell we were slowing down..alot and the guards were obviously gaining an advantage. They all grinned, obviously noticing this.

There was a slight pant in our voices as we tried to talk.

"Yo Lucy..."

" Yeahhh.."

" Were screwed my friend"...

" Well then.. if were gonna go down, might aswell go down in style eh?"

" I wouldn't do it any other way.." I then turned and winked playfully at my accomplice.

Finally we came across a dark Alleyway, a perfect hiding spot, although I didn't want to chance it if they noticed us. But it seemed that Ashley had her mind made up already as she grabbed me by my hands and led me into the Alleyway. I hissed in pain as she grabbed my burnt hands.

"Ahhh shit dude your grabbing on my hands"

"And?.."

"Well if you haven't noticed their a little on the burnt side!" I whispered, but maybe a little too loud.

"Oh nice going" she scolded, although my attention was elsewhere. I noticed something from the corner of my eye, and my thoughts were correct. We were being followed..but from the rooftops? Was it guards?

Ashley Tapped my shoulder and i spun around to see what had got her attention. It was not a pretty sight indeed.

I checked out the Guards, weighing up our options, forgetting about the mysterious figures from the rooftops.

One...Two...Three.. oh screw the counting, I thought to myself, mind racing for some last minute strokes of genius that would save our asses.

The guards closed in, perverted grins on their faces, which made me sick to my stomach.

"possiamo avere un poco divertimento con Lei prima che Lei muore hmmm?"

I don't know why but I guess we both felt the need to burst out laughing. I guess it was a desperate laugh, knowing that we would probably have to fight them, and our chances of fleeing unharmed became slim; not to mention coming out of this alive. This wasn't a laugh filled with humor, but one filled of fear.

Before the guards could even react to the unusual reaction, a piercing whistle broke the tension, as a shadow;make that two shadows, loomed overhead.

I guess that my suspicions were correct. Everyone glanced up to the rooftops, eyes permanently fixed at the sight.

The guard that looked like he was in charge snorted in laughter, sheathing his sword and stepping infront of his men as if to gain an air of authority. It appeared that he knew who these people were, and was amused by what he saw.

Personally it just gave me a chance to see the guards pig ugly features, and all the while me and Ashley were still trying to stifle our nervous giggles, earning us an amused expression from the tallest boy, or is the correct term, man.

The other figure, gracefully leaped down from the rooftops to land in front of us. Ashley rewarded the figure with a very unladylike like 'Holy shit!' which caused me to give her a wolfish grin, despite the situation.

The figure spoke up and took a defensive position infront of us.

"Ahhh I see you haven't changed your habits of preying on defenseless woman, is it because you can't handle a fight with someone your own size eyy? Although I must admit, I'd chase these Bella Madonnas around any day"

Then he flashed a charming smile in our direction, looking like he was proud with his tacky statement, which made me glare in his direction; a look of shock splashed on his face, as if not familiar with rejection.

One of the other guards snarled in annoyance which made a smile dance along my lips.

" And why should this concern you.. Auditore?"

Auditore? Now why did that sound familiar?...

"Well I am a sucker for damsels in distress" he clearly announced

the figure then turned around fully so I could address him properly. He had very dark brown, almost black hair that was tied back with a red silk ribbon at the nape of his neck. He was quite attractive with full lips, and golden eyes and...-Wait! no... what am I saying.. I've just met him and I'm talking away like some lovesick teenager. He wore a very suggestive smirk which I disliked immediately, but I still looked away, in fear of having an uncontrollable blush cover my face.

And to confuse my hormonal crazed brain even further, the other shadow disappeared and then landed in a practiced crouch next to Ashley. He gave her a wink and a light blush spread across her dainty features.

He showed a great resemblance to the other boy, they were most likely related. He had dark brown cropped hair and had a strong jaw with slight stubble around his chin. Handsome was a word to describe him, both actually.

-And I'm going to shut up now because their talking and I've just missed what they have just said. Great. Curse hormones!

"Si. I suggest you stop picking on Bellas, such as these, it doesn't look good for Vieri; although you need to take a hint when woman aren't interested. Chasing them may scare them of a bit.."

That smirk! Exactly like the other boy. Yes, they were definitely siblings. And that speech just confirmed it.

" This has no business of Vieri so you shoul-"

"-Oh so Vieri is unaware that you have left your post. Tsk tsk", the younger Auditore replied, wagging his finger at Vieri's personal guard, in a disapproving manner.

I felt the need to intervene and remind them about the situation at hand. What is wrong with people around here? And as for playing hero, well they were not doing a very good job of it.

Ashley got their attention when she sneezed, rather loudly

She glanced at me, giving me a sheepish grin and a shrug.

"Guys I appreciate the help and all but can you guys hurry this rescuing thingy up because I'm getting bored and this 'damsel in distress' will get more than just distressed."

Both boys raised their eyebrows and the guard just tilted his head to the side, surprised at the outburst.

I don't know why but I folded my arms across my chest and scowled to seem intimidating...and it would of worked if Ashley didn't laugh!

Man that sounded like some Scooby Doo show..

"Oh cheers Ash, that whole speech of mine is now ruined"

She laughed harder, clutching her sides as she bent over, trying to breathe properly. I rolled my eyes at her behavior and noticed everyone watching us. Fine then! if no one was going to do anything, then I guess I would.

I shoved past the Auditore brothers and walked over to fatty, with my fists clenched. He opened his arms out as if hoping I'd give him some sort of embrace. I grinned and swung my arm back then punched him square in the nose. Grinning maliciously when a satisfying crunch filled the air.

A small cheer, sounded through the Alleyway.

"Nice shot Bella"

"That must of hurt"

I smiled at the compliment, but confusion suddenly written on my face as I examined my hand for any damage, noticing that the very annoying burn marks were...gone?.

Instead an odd symbol was etched on my finger. But before I had time to look closer a shout caught my attention.

"RUN!"

Great. How were we getting out of this one.

Again...

A/N: Translations..

riabbia qui- Get back here

Bastardi- Bastards

Puttanna-Whore

Possiamo avere un poco divertimento con Lei prima che Lei muore hmmm-we can have a little fun with you before you die hmmm

Bella Madonnas- Beautiful Woman

Bellas- Beauties