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Chapter 5 -Empty Revenge-
Going around the city in your state was harder than you thought, every step you take you felt how thousand of needles digged deep in your flesh, it was pure agony even stay standing, your breathing was heavy and drops of cold sweat were appearing in your forehead, your vision was all fuzzy, and the dizziness was the worst part, the good thing is that both of you agreed to go through the streets instead of roofs, because if that would have been the case, you surely would had fallen more than once.

-Where did you get those clothes? –Ezio said before turning around a corner.

-Eh? Oh, these are mine, pretty cool huh? –You answered trying to sound as normal as usual, but even talking was difficult in this moment.

-It’s curious you have the same insignia. –Ezio told you without stopping and made clench the metallic emblem in his robes.

-Yes… -You looked down in shame, the guilty was killing you slowly, you had to tell him one way or another. –Ezio listen… -Ezio stopped and you bumped clumsy in his back, you took a step back and saw how his body tensed. –What’s wrong? –You asked and looked over his shoulder, there were guards all around the place.

-We cannot get closer with all of them around; it’s better if we climb to a roof. –You gulped, if you could barely make all the way here walking how were you expecting toe even climb? You had to make an excuse, a really good one and fast.

-It… it would be better if you go up while I cover the ground… -Your nervousness was showing, Ezio looked at you concerned but nodded as he started to climb the house nearby, you went straight to a bench and blended with the people sitting on it, always procuring to had your head low enough so your face was unseen but high enough so you could see Ezio perfectly from there

-Again with this? You have overstepped your bounds. Uberto –You heard a man talking, he was walking beside your target, no one you recognize or knew.

-Who are you to speak of bounds? You, who have crowned yourself Lorenzo de’ Medici. Pirincipe (prince) of Firenze. –They were walking just meters away from you, the idea of killing Uberto right there crossed your mind, but it would be too risky, there were a lot of people around and the guards would caught you right away in your condition.

-I’ve done no such thing. –The man called Lorenzo replied indignant by the comment.

-Of course not, ever innocent. How convenient. At least now we see how far your reach extends – which is to say - nowhere at all. It has proved a valuable lesson for me and my allies. –You moved and leaned against a tree to be closer and hear better. Uberto stopped for a while and looked at your direction luckily he didn’t see you.

-Yes your allies the Pazzi. Is that what this is about? –The man mocked, Pazzi? You’d heard that name before.

-Be careful with your words, Lorenzo. You might attract the wrong sort of attention. –Those were the last words you heard before they disappeared inside the building, you looked to the roof Ezio was on and nodded, he climbed down and made his way towards you, there were courtesans nearby so they would work as a perfect distraction for the guards watching the entrance, you started to walk towards them when you felt something hitting your back, you cried and collapsed right in the middle of the way, it hurt as fuck, whatever hit you it landed right the bruise.

-Signora stai bene (Miss, are you ok)? –You Heard the voice of a kid.

-Mi dispiace signora (My apologies miss) I didn’t want to hurt you. –Another kid got closer, and then another, in seconds you were surrounded by people that whispered and looked at you as if you were some sort of abomination, fuck, now what the hell were you supposed to do?

-Come on people keep moving! –You could hear some guards dissipating the people, when your visual camp was cleared enough you could see Ezio entering to the place, at least you served very well as a distraction.

-Signorina(lady) can you stand up? –A guard said and held a hand to help you out.

-Si, I think so. –You said and hold the hand, it was hard but you did it, when you stabilized suddenly the air was filled with screams and people went out the building running in panic, you could feel the scent of death in the air, the job was done.

-The Auditore are not dead. I’m still here, ME! Ezio! Ezio Auditore! – The tiny shouting of Ezio filled your ears, and the pain of your bruise turned into a pain in your chest. The guards were distracted watching the people run so you took the opportunity to finish them by stabbing the back of their necks, warm blood slipped from the blades to your hands, they convulsed a few times and then collapsed. You stood there, panic around you, you could hear a bump behind, when you tuned horrified eyes and shivering body was what you found.

-You… You are a monster! –The poor kid cried out, you felt how your heart broke because he wasn’t lying and you knew it, you shook your hands and tried to help him stand up by holding your hand out, but he rejected you by crawling to the opposite direction and then running giving some staggers in the process.

-Let’s go! –Ezio appeared behind you making you jump, he grabbed your elbow slightly and then let go as an indication to follow him, you started to run as fast as you could, limping a few times, Ezio looked back and noticed you leaning breathless against a wall.

-Hey (Y/N) what’s wrong? – He ran towards you.

-It’s the bruise… I thought I could manage it but… it hurts a lot… -You said gasping while supporting yourself from the wall, your knees flinched and you fell a bit.

-ASSASSINOS! – Both could Hear a guard from the distance, Ezio looked at him and then at you, you could feel how his arms wrapped around your back and behind your knees and in an instant you were against his chest.

-Ezio Careful! –You said when you feel some pain rushing trough your body.

-Sorry. Just hang on! –Ezio started running with you in his arms, passing Street by Street avoiding the incoming guards and any citizen he could, the shaking of the way made you felt sick but thank to all the gods and goddesses you made it safely to Paola’s Brothel. Ezio entered shoving the door open, the courtesans inside screamed but then Paola and Annetta appeared.

-Calm down girls! –Paola shouted as he clapped her hands, it didn’t make them less afraid but at least they shut up.

-Ser Ezio what happened!? –Annetta said when she saw you in his arms, she helped you top put you on your feet.

-(Y/N) is hurt Annetta, we need a doctor. –Ezio said worried as he looked how hard was for you to stood up, a pain in his chest grew when you grinned.

-Girls prepare a room! –Paola shouted to three courtesans that weren’t really happy with the orders but they obeyed.

-We need to leave Firenze as soon as possible, but (Y/N) you can’t walk can you? –Ezio said.

-I can… but I can’t run… you have to leave Ezio; I will catch up when I get better… -You said as you walked towards the stairs with the help of Annetta.

-I’m not leaving you behind (Y/N). –He refused your request his face was serious and his eyes were locked on yours.

-Where would you? –Paola turned to face Ezio and broke the eye contact between you two.

-Ezio’s Uncle owns a villa in Monteriggioni… That is at least safer than here. –You said gasping Paola watched you and then faced Ezio again.

-Both of you are wanted, I’ve seen posters all across the district, tear them down Ezio, It will help the city to forget your faces, The heralds also incite the public, Bribe them and they will talk about other things. –She went and helped Annetta to take you upstairs and continued talking. – Also you can hunt those who bear false witness against you. They traded dignity for coin. Their loss would not be mourned. – You rested each of your arms in Annetta and Paola’s shoulders as you put you foot on the first tread. –Do any of these things and both of you would be free to leave.

-Va bene, I will be back soon, take care of her Paola. -Ezio said and then went out the brothel, Paola and Annetta helped you to get into your room, Annetta slid you slowly into the mattress, and then talked to her sister.

-I will bring a doctor; keep an eye on her. –Paola nodded and Annetta ran to the hallway and then downstairs, you could hear how the door of the brothel was closed. An awkward silence filled the room; you were looking around avoiding Paola’s gaze, the wood of the base clenched as she sat in the edge of the bed.

-Where are Maria and Claudia? –You asked to break the Ice.

-They are in the third floor, in my room, I can call them if you wish so… - you shook your head, it wouldn’t be exactly a happy reunion with you like this.

-No… It’s fine I’m glad they are well but… why are you helping them? –You asked concerned trying to make eye contact with her.

-I too know betrayal. –She closed her eyes and rolled up the sleeve of her dress, her arm was burnt, you wondered if the rest of her body was like that, sadness entered your heart, sometimes humans were truly monsters.

-But well… life goes on my child, and we cannot let things like these stop us… -Paola said and looked at you in the bed, smiling, a pure smile, it reminded you of your mother, she looked like her, even she had those sweet eyes, you felt your eyes glassy and couldn’t stop a tear from rolling by the corner of your eye.

-Thank you Paola, for everything. – You said almost whispering, she smiled again and wiped the tear form your face.

-It’s nothing my dear, but now… may ask you something? –She said and you nodded innocently.

-Are Ezio and you… a couple or some of that sort? –You blushed instantly into a deep crimson, what?

-Em… no… no Why would you think that? –Your beatings rose dramatically, you felt a knot in your guts.

-Oh dear I’m sorry if I embarrassed you. –Paola said laughing as she covered her mouth with her hands. –Is just that… He cares a lot about you and how he looks at you… -The eyes of Paola softened and a shy smile was drawn in her lips. –It reminds me of my first love. –The smile faded away and she turned, you wondered what had happened but didn’t have the courage, but also how does he look at you?, you haven’t seen him looking at you in a special way or something.

-Paola… -You said shyly making her look at you again. –Do you think… I would be a good wife...? –Paola smiled again, what kind of question did you just do? And most importantly why do you feel so much confidence to talk with her about these things?

-Of course my child… -She nodded and smiled happily but then her gaze turned into a serious one. –But you have to remember… that there will always be people behind you… especially for this… -She touched the emblem of the assassins in your corset, you widened your eyes. -You know what this represents don’t you? – Paola continued and you nodded hesitantly. How could she know about that? Was she… -I think Annetta is back – You could hear the door of the brothel opening and closing seconds later, Paola stood up and walked to the door. You were in shock but managed to talk.

-Wait… -You shouted and Paola stopped without turning – Paola are you… -the sight of her half-turning and putting her index finger on her lips while she was smiling cut you making you let out a Little laugh. That answered completely your question.

Annetta and the doctor entered the room, the man had the typical mask that every plague doctor used these days, with the help of Annetta you sat on the bed as he dragged a chair and told you to undress yourself, he started to check the things in his suitcase, Annetta helped you letting your White shirt cover only your breasts, you turned, back facing him and Even though you couldn’t see the face of the man you did see how his eyes twisted in disgust.

-Signorina what were you doing to get a bruise like this? –“Jumping roofs” you thought and smiled but the touch of the man made you clench your teeth in pain and gasp, The doctor took his suitcase and started to pour out three Little bottles with liquids, the first one was Green and oily, you felt how he poured it all over the bruise and massaged it, waves of pain made you shut your eyes but in matter of seconds you didn’t feel nothing anymore.

-This will make the pain disappear, but be careful and don’t do abrupt movements.- The doctor said and then took some bandages and started to wrap them very tight around your abdomen. –The bruise will disappear gradually so I will recommend you these for the daily care. –The man handed you a full bottle with the same oily-green liquid and another one that was like water. –The clear one will help you sleep in case the pain is too strong. –You nodded. –I highly recommend that you took it now and sleep, you will be awake in 2 or 3 hours. –The doctor said and kept his medical stuff to then stand up and walk towards the door, Annetta handed him money and then he walked away. –Annetta. –You called the maid. –I will sleep for a while, please wake me when Ezio is back. –Annetta nodded and closed the door to let you rest, you drank the transparent liquid and tasted it afterwards its flavor was bitter but its effect was quick and in a few minutes you were nothing but thoughts.

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Soft caresses made you tight your eyelids, when you opened them Ezio was lying beside you.

-How are you feeling? –He whispered. You felt how your heart flipped but kept your serious and relaxed mood.

-Fine, better In fact. –You smiled. –The doctor gave me a balm for the bruise and some liquid to help me sleep. –You sat on the bed, twisting your face a bit due to the pain, but it was now much less than a few hours ago. –Better start moving. –Ezio looked at you as you stood up, you could move more freely now.

-I will be waiting for you downstairs. –Ezio said and walked to the door. His voice made you concerned, he was too calm… no… he was sad.

-Ezio… -You said calmly –How did they take the notice…? -You mumbled as you started to put your boots.

-They… they will get over it with time… -The tone of his voice made you want to cry, you knew how he was feeling, after all you lost someone important to you as well, you could hear his footsteps as he walked out and then down the stairs, they sounded heavier than usual, your profound sadness transformed into burning anger, anger against the Templars, against people, against god himself, How could he be allowing this to happened? How could he be just sitting around without doing anything? How could he be so cruel? Saltiness wetted your face, if he wasn’t going to do something for him then you would.