I took a breath and then heaved myself over the gate, landing soundlessly on the other side. As I ran to Xion, I looked towards the way the man exited, and my breath caught in my throat.
The man had apparently stopped when he heard me land and run to Xion. I slowly stood up and squared my shoulders towards him. I could sense his overwhelming emotions. He didn’t have many, just a little confusion and a lot of confidence, but it was so strong it made my head spin.
I didn’t let it slow me down.
“Who are you?” I asked the man.
He looked me up and down before answering. “My name is Riku.”
He then turned to leave.
“Wait!” I yelled after him.
Riku stopped. “What?”
I was about to do something that I know Risxch wouldn’t like.
“my name is Oulixia,” I began, “and I’m also a Nobody.”