Chapter 22
I sighed and got up the bed, I decided to ask Tammy about the game. I need to find my sister.
I ran down the stairs because I felt like it and went to the kitchen. I peaked if Tammy was there but she wasn't.
The food was in the counter, just waiting to be prepared. I guess its for lunch. It was a lot of food. The lights were open so I thought someone was here. I tried the living room and the dining room.
She wasn't in both, she must be in her room. But where is her room?
Damn these houses and their rooms...
I climbed up the stairs and took a left at the end of the hallway, I checked the two rooms in this area. Unfortunately, it was the bathroom and a guest room.
I went back and went towards the opposite direction. There was three doors so I went to check all one by one.
The first one was a bathroom, talk about lazy. The other bathroom is literally on the opposite of this side.
The second was another guest room, so the last one must be Tammy's.
I walked to her door and was about to knock when I heard a sound.
My brow's furrowed and I went closer and put my ear to the door to hear better.
It was muffled but I heard a moaning and groaning.
I immediately stepped back and blood was rushing to my cheeks. Did I just really eavesdrop on Tammy doing the thing?
I turned around and ran to my room. I opened the door and closed it behind me. My heart was beating so fast like I had ran a marathon.
Oh my gosh, I'm so sorry Tammy, I didn't know she would do the deed this early in the morning.
I mean, I don't mind as long as I don't hear it but damn I heard it. Who would've thought she was naughty? I chuckled.
My smile immediately dropped, I would be embarrassed to show my face to Tammy now.
But it's okay as long as she doesn't know, right? Right. I should act like nothing happened.
But knowing me, I can't hold my tongue and ask questions.
I should probably go down and just eat.
Should be good... I hope.
Shaking the feeling off, I breathed in through my nose and let it out of my mouth.
I went out of the room and went straight to the kitchen. Trying my best to forget what happened earlier.
I saw Tammy arranging the plates and the food.
But there was something off with her, she was pale white and sweating. I can see her sweat glistening because of the sunlight coming from the kitchen window.
She must've sensed my presence because she turned around while holding a plate.
She smiled and said, "Hey there, I was just preparing the food, mind helping out?"
That's odd, she sounded... weak and fragile.
Did that dude did her too hard?
She nodded her head and motioned for me to help her out.
I was hesitant but I walked towards her and took the white plates from her hands and told her I can do it myself.
I shook my head and told her to seat down but she refused. I placed the plates down the table. Only then did I realize she was shaking. I went to her side and held her.
Oh no, I can't do this. I don't know how to comfort people who's crying. But I should try, just this once.
I sighed and stood up. Fine, I can't force her so I should stop.
I went to my side of the table and sat down, not taking my eyes off her. She was really odd but I can't do anything if she doesn't tell me whats wrong.
We spent the day talking and eating, and also making sure she wouldn't faint or hit her head anywhere.
Completely forgetting what I had to ask.
They came here just an hour after we finished watching a movie. The bell rang and Tammy opened it, welcoming these two, Van and Sen.
After that, she said they wanted to talk to me and climbed up the stairs, probably heading to her room.
The color will be picked by the participants and the design. The options, I don't know yet. We'll see later.
Van chuckled and shook his head. "Never."
I groaned loudly and melted dramatically in my seat earning a laugh from both Sen and Van.
Great, I don't "fit" in, I simply stand out. I have been since I was a teenager.
I walk in a room and suddenly, all eyes will be on me. And I'm guessing because of the clothes I wear.
Denim pants and an oversized jacket, as always. That was suppose to help me fit in but did the opposite.
A lot of people approached me and some got jealous of me. Some would even start rumors, good and bad ones and I'll be the talk of the school again.
And again, and again. It's never ending unless I get out of that hellhole.
Eventually I graduated but even in military, I stood out. That's where I want to stand out, not anywhere else.
I sighed and hummed a sure in his way, acknowledging his statement. I will take the measures but I don't think I'll wear it.
They came a little while later after our talk with their things with them and started to measure me in the guest room.
I see now, it's battle clothes.
The first one has long boots and socks all the way to the knees, the boots were just below it. It had a duffle behind the sleeveless cleavage turtleneck top and the waist had the perfect fitted shorts and a belt with little pockets.
Somehow, it looks good.
The second one has a cape over the shoulder, the socks were also above the knees and the shorts were now turned into a knife pleated skirt. The boots were shorter than the other one and the heels were higher. The top was only a tube.
First one it is. I hate showing too much skin. At least the turtleneck provides cover.
I picked the first one and the seamstress asked me what color I would like. She said any color is fine as long as it is not green and white.
500 years is a really long time. Is it my great great great great great grandfather who lives that time?
Burying the question deep in my mind, what's a good color to pick? Not too bright if I want blend in.
Pink? No, never. I will never wear pink in my life. Period.
Red? Hate it. Why did it even occur to me?
Blue? Doesn't fit me, not really my color.
Orange? Yuck. Imagine parading in orange clothing.
Purple? Nope. Already have that color.
Gray? Eh. Looks dull.
Yellow? What are you, a ray of sunshine? Shine well.
Brown? A tree camouflage perhaps, how dumb.
Indigo? Lame.
Since the games happen at night, I could only think of one color at best to help me camouflage, even if she mentioned green is hard to find within the forest.
We thanked her and walked her out, along with her staff. They climbed the car and drove away.
Did I pick right? What if black was against the rules? But are there rules? She only said green and white is not allowed so that should be fine, right?
Is black too dark? Should I tell Van to call them back so I could pick another color?
I looked to my left and up to Van's face. He was already looking at me. It looks like he saw through me and smiled sweetly.
I smiled and looked back outside. Van patted my back and went inside. "Don't stay up too late, the game is tomorrow."
I just stayed at the door thinking if I really did choose right.
I never doubt myself but with all the things happening, it's normal for me to wonder longer than I should.
After all, this is not my world. I'm just doing this for my family and my family only. Nothing else.
I sighed and went to my room, closing the door. I took a bath and changed into pajamas that Tammy gave me which surprisingly fits me.
I laid on the bed, tossed and turned. When I found a comfortable position, only then did I fell asleep.
The birds chirping outside woke me up from my slumber. I rubbed my eyes and got up.
Today's the day. I need to eat well if I want to stay in shape. I'm pretty sure this game will be exhausting.
I got up and went straight to the kitchen.
Tammy wasn't there so I decided to cook for myself. When I was done, I went to Tammy and knocked on her door.
When I got no answer, I opened it slowly. She must be sleeping.
I opened the door widely and witnessed Tammy sleeping, I was right. It's better not to wake her up and leave her be.
She needs rest and yesterday says it all.
I closed her door carefully and went to eat by myself. I washed the dishes and the food for Tammy was placed inside the fridge for when she wakes up.
I did my daily routine as always and waited for Van and Sen.
Why wait for them?
They are my escorts to the game after all.