1. Stories of a Post Apocalyptic World: Part 4


    Date: 9/24/2015, Categories: Supernatural, Author: Jasmine_x, Rating: 4, Source: LushStories

    Ruby glanced at Whiskey tower as it lit up the surrounding area like a beacon. She had only been here once in her life and under much different circumstances. The last time she was here, she was a guest, now she was here to assassinate the owner. Growing up, Ruby was a shy girl which led her to being picked on by a few of the other kids. As the years of torment and teasing went on, she began to develop an aggressive and feisty temperament. This personality helped her become one of the top assassins in the wastelands of New York. Her jet black hair blew recklessly as the wind picked up. Her hazel eyes were focused on the tower as she grasped her dagger tightly. She began to walk forward through the boggy marshes towards the gates of the tower. As she got closer, she concealed the knife in her tattered trousers to ensure her entrance to the building. Two guards carrying rifles greeted her as she reached the gates to the compound. “What’s your business?” one of the guards asked. “Just passing through,” Ruby said as she threw a bag of gold to them. They stepped aside allowing her to walk through the gates. Her eyes scanned the inside of the complex, seeing groups of people gather around roaring fires. The wind started to howl and rain began to fall. Immediately the crowds of people began to dash inside the building to take shelter from the harsh weather. Ruby pushed through the mob as she made her way into the lobby. Golden chandeliers hung from the ceilings and their lights ...
    reflected off the smooth, marble floor. In the middle of the hall was a grand staircase with a thriving fireplace at the top. The flames crackled around the soldering coals and the heat radiated around the hearth. Ruby sauntered along the lobby, her eyes focused on more of the towers guards on the balconies above. As she walked up the stairs, two elevators came into sight. She began to quicken as she got closer to the top of the staircase. She knew if anyone saw her use the elevators, she would be compromised. Luckily for Ruby, a bolt of lightning struck the security wall outside distracted everyone, including the guards. Fragments of stone began to smash against the building and it’s interior. Ruby took this opportunity and briskly stepped inside the elevator. She took a moment to compose herself as the lift slowly ascended the tower. The lights began to flicker as the storm continued to terrorize the world outside. After what seemed like an eternity, she reached the top level. The lights continued to flicker as she entered the corridor. She cautiously ambled down the hallway towards a gold plated door with gemstones scattered around it. As she reached it, she drew her dagger. Ruby took a few deep breaths before slowly opening the door. Her eyes widened as she saw the luxurious velvet walls covered with portraits for the first time. She quickly stepped inside the room, admiring the suite. It seemed fit for royalty, but then again it belonged to the owner who pretty much saw ...
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