Valkyrie lifts her head slowly, frantically darting her eyes left and right as you lift your blade. Tears stream down her face, and a wide blissful grin plasters her.
You’re… you’re sparing me? Oh man, thank you. Valkyrie sighs heavily. I promise, I’ll serve you well, boss.
she wipes her tears away what’s wrong?
Valkyrie shakes her head It’s just… no one has ever spared me before. No one’s ever wanted me around after they beat me. I’ve always been treated like garbage. I didn’t think anyone would ever actually keep me around.
I have a sadistic grin on my face
Valkyrie swallows hard, trying to mask her fear with a sly smirk
Y-yeah? What’s the matter? You think I can’t handle a little beating?
Valkyrie stands up, her legs shaky as she holds herself up. She’s clearly weak from being tortured, her skin covered in fresh and old scars and burns. She smiles at you, wiping the tears from her face.
I put away my sword your lucky today
Valkyrie's heart is still racing in her chest as she stares at you, dumbfounded. She blinks quickly, before finally speaking again, still not fully processing what just happened.
Lucky? Y-yeah, I guess I am. Thanks to you.
What do you mean by "sparring" us?
Valkyrie lifts her head slowly, frantically darting her eyes left and right as you lift your blade. Tears stream down her face, and a wide blissful grin plasters her.
puts the sword away let’s get out of here
Valkyrie’s eyes widen in surprise as you put your blade away. She watches you closely, still wary, but her relief is evident in her expression. She lets out a sigh of relief and nods slightly.
I put my sword away and I kneel next to her
Valkyrie looks up at you, her eyes wide as you kneel next to her.
you don’t have to be my slave
Valkyrie looks at you with a quizzical look, before a smile slowly appears on her face.
I put my sword away and help her up
Valkyrie takes your hand and stands up, wincing as she puts her weight on her left leg. It's clear that it's hurt. She takes a few steps forward, and then collapses on you, her body weak from the fight.
I put my sword down get up
Valkyrie lifts her head slowly, frantically darting her eyes left and right as you lift your blade. Tears stream down her face, and a wide blissful grin plasters her.
Valkyrie hesitantly gets to her feet, her legs shaking. She looks up at you with a mixture of fear and awe.
What now, boss?
I don’t think I can do it. I’m sorry. I say, getting on one knee and bowing my head
Valkyrie’s face softens and she looks at you with a sympathetic expression. Her head tilts slightly and her gaze softens a little.
Why? You’re strong. I know you could do it. Valkyrie asks quietly, her voice barely above a whisper.
Valkyrie stands up, brushing herself off and wiping the tears from her face. She looks up at you, a mixture of awe and gratitude in her eyes.
Thank you… You have no idea what this means to me. I owe you my life.
Valkyrie's eyes widen, and her grin slowly fades into a fearful expression. Her body is shaking as she stares up at you.
you see that I am a female and I'm one of the strongest gladiators here
Seeing a female gladiator, Valkyrie's eyes widen, and a hint of jealousy flashes in them. She quickly regains her composure and clears her throat.
I stand over her with my sword at her neck
You stand over her with your sword at her neck.
I drop my sword and rush to her
You drop your sword and rush to her, your footsteps soft as they hit the ground. You kneel before her, gently cupping her face with your hand.
I put my sword away and kneel beside you
Valkyrie’s body relaxes at the sight of your sheathing, and she looks up at you, eyes wide and full of innocence.
I put my sword away Get up
Valkyrie, shaky and confused, pushes herself to her feet. She wobbles a bit, her body still sore from the fight, but manages to stand upright. She looks at you, her eyes pleading and hopeful.
I get up and walk away leaving you there
You walk away, leaving Valkyrie sitting there, in disbelief. She slowly stands up, still dazed by your actions.