The Noble Stranger ~Sabo x Reader~ (Part 16)

"Sabo..." [Name] whispered as she slowly brush his golden locks out of his sleepy face, "I need to tell you something."

It was five in the morning as the couple laid tangled under the covers after their night together. [Name] had to admit she never experience anything like it. She never felt so cared for before other than Amaya. Yes, this was a completely level type of love- but she never felt so respected in her entire life. Men always looked at her like a prize or a toy but after such a night...she knew Sabo was not joking about his feelings. [Name] felt his fear for breaking or hurting her yet, she felt his desire and love within his actions. [Name] slightly blush as she recalled the events with her hand still lingering on Sabo's cheek. She couldn't believe there was someone like Sabo, just for her, who completely understand her wishes, desires and dreams. So she knew the truth had to be revealed to him, he deserved to know who she truly was.  

"Mmm.." Sabo hummed eyes still shut tight as he quickly embrace [Name]'s nude form to his, "Five more minutes.."

Of course, [Name] blushed at the action. She could easily feel his body against hers but she knew it wasn't a time to be gawking. Placing her hands onto his cheeks, she gave him butterfly kisses across his scar. The action simply cause Sabo to smirk and snap his eyes wide open, removing his sleepiness.

"Morning..."[Name] whispered as she placed her forehand against his, "You awake now?"

Sabo simply nodded letting out a chuckle while looking at his woman with mischievous eyes, "I can get use to this."

"I-I um...me too?" [Name] said with a shutter still embarrassed that she was still naked for Sabo to see.

"So cute." Sabo laughed as he pulled her into chest, "Don't need to be embarrassed, Love."

"I'm new to this okay. Give me t-time," [Name] said as she buried her face into his chest, " P-plus, were still um.."

"I'm new to this to you know?" Sabo whispered with a visible smirk on his lips as he raise her head with one hand under her chin, "But I'm already use to seeing you so flushed. You  just kept getting flushed after last night after all."

"S-Sabo.." [Name] muttered as she laid her head on his chest so she could still look up at him, "Sto-op the teasing please."

Sabo gave [Name] a playful pout, "Awww...but I was having so much fun."

[Named] rolled her eyes at the sight but soon released a giggle, "You really are an idiot."

"Your idiot" Sabo whispered then embraced her once more,  "...What was it you wanted to tell me?"

[Name] suddenly got tongued tied. She no longer felt like she could tell him. Just a few minutes a ago before he was a sleepyhead she had the confidence. Yet, now fear raised into her as she thought about his reaction- was he going to be mad, sad or angry? Or all? She never told anyone about this or never confronted about the subject with Amaya but she knew Amaya knew. She just didn't think Amaya knew she knew (herself) personally. Sighing, she raised her body of Sabo's and just covered herself with the blanket sitting up. She didn't know how to tell him, it would technically be her first time speaking it to anyone. It gave her nerves but she believe it was the time to tell someone. The truth was soon to resurface, she knew that much since strange things were happening on the island these past few days since she met Sabo.

At first she thought it was a simply transition where everyone was surprise about her so called "husband" and their marriage. The people, in a way, were happy the past two days once the news was exposed. Yet, she knew something was wrong the moment she walked down the streets on her own after. She noted the stares and glares that were once she was used to were now showing the reflection of fear. Never had she seen such an emotion in any of the nobles eyes when they looked at her. She can only concluded was the truth was somewhat spreading as the days passed. Yet, truth be told she only noticed this morning when she woke around 4. Her mind these past days were merely focused on the man she came to love in a short time.  

But how the memories and the truth now linger in her mind echoing. She never allowed it to bother her before since she knew it would be a while until it would be released to the public. Yet, now it seemed they were on action now. [Name] could feel it. She felt her past was coming back to hunt her down until she was dead. Not only her, but Amaya.  

"Sabo..." [Name] muttered, "Can you get dress? I have to show you something like right now."

Sabo frowned and blinked at [Name]'s strange behavior. He could see the tension on her bare shoulders, her dark expression even if her bare back was his only view.  He simply knew it was important but in the back of his mind he had an idea what it was about. During the days were he was looking for her aimlessly, he recalled the nobles on the island's past reactions. They usually introduce themselves with proud smiles about his so called "marriage" with [Name]. They just seemed like stuck up people as each tried to get his attention and ask questions regarding how he and [Name] met and fell in love. He was so glad he was observant. At first it was like that but during one of those days- the crowed change drastically. He ignored it, of course, since he was desperate to find [Name]. He knew something was fishy but never seemed to have a chance to talk about it until now.

"Okay." Sabo said as he stood up from the bed, now exposing his bare body as he looked for his clothes that were scattered around the room.

[Name] sighed as she simply stood up but ended up going to the bedroom washroom, "I'll be here okay?"

Sabo simply glanced at [Name]'s form as she walked into the washroom. Typically Sabo would be blushing if he looked at her bare body but he wasn't. His eyes were examining her face for answers but he couldn't find any.

Sabo sighed as he heard the door shut, "Alright."

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[Name] ended up walking with Sabo into one of the most populated areas of the island. Well, use to be. It was one of the old locations where the nobles would dig for the diamonds- basically a gold mine but only for valuable diamonds. The area was deserted and completely dark since it was still  practically early morning.  

"[Name}..." Sabo said as he rubbed the back of his neck, "Can you give me an idea where exactly are you taking me??

"My old home, my true home that I left when I was only a few months old. " [Name] whispered as shethen entered one of the caves without looking at him, "I want you to know me personally Sabo..."

Sabo simply nodded and followed without saying a word. He could hear the fear in her voice and knew it took her a lot of courage to do this. But in the end, he wanted to tell her; she didn't need to do this. Yet, the sound of her voice there was determination and the sound of relief. So Sabo knew it was something she never really told anyone before.  So he came to accept the fact he was learning something about [Name]. Subconsciously, he was glad she was showing him something personal and the fact she was opening up to him.  

The couple walked into the darkness but it seemed it was bright enough to see their surroundings. Yet, [Name] still held onto Sabo's hand as she lead him father into the cave. It was completely silent between them as they both heard their steps echo through the cave. It was like this for almost 10 minutes when [Name] would suddenly turn multiple times into other openings of the cave.  

Sabo noted how [Name] seemed to know where she was going. It may be dark but the path way [Name] was taking him seemed like a pattern that would lead them somewhere. It consists of turning left three times and turning right in a repeated patterned for 20 minutes until they reached a opening with vines covering it. Of course, it surprise Sabo when he could heard the sound of water and birds chipping including the sight of vines leaking bight light into the cave they were standing in.

"Wh-hat?", Sabo said in confusion as they were reaching the exit, still being held by [Name]'s hand, "H-how? It's still suppose to be dark outside..."

[Name] simply smiled, "Not here"

Sabo watched as [Name] stopped right before the vines while letting go of his hand. [Name] simply turned to him with a little smile and said, "This is my true home. A place I was taken away from. Sabo, I'm more than who you think I am."

Sabo examined [Name] fully before pulling her into an tight embrace, "I know you are. I want to know you."

[Name] smiled as she hugged him back with slight tears falling down her face. She never knew she would come back here again. It gave her the chills when she knew it was a simply step through; she would be staring into the home she loved despite she never grew up in it. Yet, now having Sabo by her side lessen the grief and fear she held for so long. She was finally able to show her true colours to someone other then Amaya who was still oblivious to [Name]'s knowledge. [Name] knew the truth about her background even if Amaya never told her anything.  Due to an event, a few years back.

[Name] release Sabo before she whispered, "You go first..."

Sabo nodded and looked at the vines with suspicion. He was a step away of learning [Name]'s true identity. He knew [Name] was always hiding something about herself- either by power or history. Yet, now here he was. Releasing a deep breath Sabo reached out for the vines and swung them away as he step though.  At first the bright light blinded him but as his vision cleared- his eyes widen and his jaw dropped as he looked aimlessly at his surroundings

He wasn't expecting this at all.

The cave was basically part of a mountain at its mid-high peak. At his side a waterfall was rumbling and the sky was bright and clear from clouds. Down below was basically covered by trees; a sign of a grand forest. It was a breath-taking sight but what really took his breath away was the castle that stood right in the middle of the forest. Sabo's eyes scanned the large structure that seemed to stand miles away but still looked rather large from the mountain top they stood at.  He came to the realization when he looked at the large flag that waved against the wind at the top of the castle.

He knew instantly who [Name] was.

Turning himself to face the woman he loved he hugged her in a tight embrace. He didn't need to understand when [Name] released a cry and buried her face into his chest. She was crying her heart out.

Sabo simply couldn't believe [Name] was a member of the royal family of Jewel Island. She was one of original descendants that were supposed to be completely eliminated. He knew all that when he saw the original flag that stood up high on the castle. Since that flag was diminished about 20 years ago if you were to study the history of this blood-thirsting island.  

"Sabo, hear my out." [NAME] cried harder and gripped onto him as she desperately needed to release all the truth, " There's more...I fear you are in danger. You have to leave me."  

"W-what?" Sabo said as he grabbed onto [Name]'s shoulders in surprise and looked at [Name] in the eyes, "You can't be serious [Name]!"

"I'm not just a former princess Sabo! I'm a born breed weapon!" [Name] screamed as rivers of tears were falling when she pushed Sabo off her, "I've been selfish the entire time! I should have ignored you when I had the chance! Yet, no because I desperately was looking for that one person to care for me. I was too blinded to realize the fact I could endanger you! Why did Amaya allow me to meet you in the first place!?"

Sabo desperately tried to hug [Name] despite his utter confusion. He could see the massive pain in her voice and actions that it cause him to arched inside.  He was constantly being pushed away by [Name] but it didn't stop him from holding onto her.

It was then [Name] realized her mistake. How stupid was she? All her emotions were now were being release. Why did Amaya help her meet Sabo in the first place at the night of the ball? Why did her , supposed to be uncle, really her dad tell her it was okay to fall in love? She was weapon used for mass destruction! Why was she so desperate for love now? Oh why was she realizing her mistake now? Why did she had to fall in love? Why was Amaya hiding the truth?

Why did she need to know the truth in the first place?

Why couldn't she live a normal life?

Why did she pretend that she was normal when she found out the truth a few years back?

Why couldn't she stop the growing fear of being in love with someone as strong as Sabo?

She was utterly confused and scared for the future.