Bull snorted, but backed off when she hugged Jonathan. Two-faced bitch ran to one of the few people I won’t hurt. Fuck this, I need something to hit.
“Beta, I don’t know how you can stand this fucking woman,”he sighed, walking away.
He disappeared into the crowd, heading for the practice arena. Though, he ended up meeting and setting up a fight with a guy who wanted to climb the ranks.
Jonathan gladly wrapped his arms around Kera, cradling her. He was truly in need of the comfort, even though he wouldn’t openly admit it at the moment.
When Bull made his comment, he didn’t respond, not willing to show how much it stung him. He tried hard to focus on Kera instead, just her, but the crowd was starting to get to him now. He needed air.
Jonathan nodded and gently let Kera go, heading for the exit without hesitation. When he was outside, and a good bit away from the crowd, he paused to lean against a wall and took several deep breaths.
kera stood with him, trying to think of why bull was so mad. though least now they knew the meaning of the roses in her tattoo. she rubbed her scarred arm and sighed
Jonathan appreciated her presence. He reached over to grab her hand, using the physical sensation to ground himself.
“Bull doesn’t like it when people aren’t upfront about their activities. And he absolutely hates it when someone dismisses him like ya did. He’s got that ‘big, intimidating guard dog’ mentality, and it pisses him off when that doesn’t work,”Jonathan explained, his voice shaky from nerves.
“And we followed your footprints here. I went with Bull because I was confused, and because ya startled the shit out of me. That’s why I’m like this. First, being startled, then seeing Bull pissed off like that, then everything just closing in and overwhelming me. I fucking hate this shit.”
He breathed deeply again, then sighed.
" i- im sorry.. i didnt want you hurt.. " she said and pulled him close " ive got you okay?"
Jonathan wrapped around her again, nuzzling into her neck and closing his eyes.
“Alright. Though, ya could’ve told me. Bull does this all the time,”he replied.
His arms tightened slightly, holding her closer.
" i love you j, promise i'll tell you before hand.."
“I love ya too, Kera. Thank ya,”he said softly.
He slowly started to calm, the tenseness in his muscles fading.
“ Kay where’s bull. Ima go nock him a round.”
Jonathan looked at her incredulously.
“Why? And… he’s probably in there fighting as we speak.”
“ one, for having a tude with me, two, because I want to “ she chuckled and held her hand out “ wanna join the thorn?”
Jonathan chuckled, hesitating a moment. He then took a final deep breath and took her hand.
“Just be careful with him. The more ya provoke him, the worse he gets,”he said softly.
“ trust me. I know. I just wanna make up for that snowball mostly”
Jonathan snickered, remembering that.
“Alright.”
“ onward! “ she said and searched for bull.
Jonathan laughed at her enthusiasm, following her.
Bull was currently fighting a bulky man who was equal in height but twice his width. Bull held his own, using a technique that closely resembled street fighting, though he was much more methodical and precise.
“ round!” They yelled and it was over, Kera stood at the end on the stairs “ let’s go.”
“I’ll watch. I’m not much of a fighter,”Jonathan said shyly.
“So, you’re wanting to challenge me next?”Bull asked, walking out of the ring for a moment to sit down and catch his breath. He was clearly still pissed.
" if ya want, i mean ya seem ready. my thing is, your mad over nothing."
“Mad over nothing? For one, you never mentioned that you were a ring fighter. Two, you’re a secretive, two-faced bitch. And three, you’re hanging out with Jonathan. This kid here, is like a fucking son to me. And the way you’ve been treating him is like shit,”Bull hissed.
“Ya haven’t seen the way she treats me when we’re alone,”Jonathan commented quietly. He seemed mellow, but there was a hint of resignation in his eyes.
" I kept this a secret even from keigo. Out here it doesn't matter who I am. I am thorn to these people. I don't have the constant watch from you or keigo. I can release stress out here and be myself. Just like I do when I'm alone with Jonathan. I can be myself around him and he won't judge. Maybe you should take notes." She said and turned to walk away
Bull scowled at Kera, then caught up to her and snatched her by the arm.
“How about that fucking fight?”he hissed, glaring harshly at her.
“Bull? Bull, what the fuck are ya doing?”Jonathan asked.
He didn’t move, but he watched, his eyes widening in shock. No. No, this fight was something he had wanted to avoid.
Kera growled " let go of me. Now" she was avoiding the fight. Knowing the look in Jonathan's eyes
Bull let go of her, but moved to block her from leaving.
“I want an answer,”he growled.
Jonathan saw what Kera was doing, and was grateful. However, he worried that Bull wouldn’t listen.
" answer to what dickweed. " She snapped
Bull’s glare grew even harsher.
“Are you going to fight me or not?”
" no. I do pay attention to the people around me" she said and glared back
That caught Bull off guard. He glanced at Jonathan, noticing how jittery the youth had become. He sighed.
“Get the fuck away from me,”he hissed at Kera. He then walked away from the pair.
Kera growled and went back to Jonathan " ready to go back home?" She asked
