Ok guys, this is the start to what I hope will be a long fanfiction. It's written by myself and Caitlin Sutcliff, so go check out her stories and support her as well.
I hope you enjoy it!
-DN
One
Few times in Artemis Fowl's life gave him cause to celebrate. The first, of a small, select handful, was the return of his father, Artemis Fowl Senior, from the Russian mafia. The second was the remembrance of his friendship with Captain Holly Short, the first (and only) female captian of the Lower Elements Police after young Artemis was mindwiped, along with the concurrent defeat of the diabolical pixie Opal Koboi.
Now, that would've been the end of Artemis's good happenings, had not the rule of three come into play.
Due to fairy law, and also thanks in part to the Elvin scientist T. Rifecta, the rule of three states that, when magical beings are involved, good and bad things must come in threes.
Now, after his dabblings in Fairy magic became clear, Artemis had contracted a fairy disease known as the Atlantis Complex. This was hardly a good thing, as it caused him to become paranoid, as well as devlop an alternate personality (dubbed 'Orion', in contrast to the goddess Artemis and the giant Orion of Greek myths), among other things. Soon after this. Artemis was faced with the most violent time in his young life; The revival of the Lost Berserkers of the Fairy Gate.
After all was said and done, young Artemis was no more; alas, the final battle with Opal Koboi and the Fairy spell holding the Berserkers to the Gate claimed his life, taking his body and mind, while leaving his soul wandering on its own on the estate of Fowl Manor.
But fear not, for all was not lost.
In his brilliant foresight, the young genius gave Holly a kiss, with the instructions "Give this to Foaly for me." Artemis had in fact, anticipated his own death, and thus given his friend his own DNA from which the centaur scientist could grow a clone of young master Fowl. After retrieving his soul and transferring it into the clone, Artemis was once more whole. However, this was not without its drawbacks. Artemis, while his soul was still his own, his body was not, meaning his memory was no longer intact.
Given the situation, as well as the past shared with the Mud Boy, the Lower Elements Police allowed one of the People to live with Artemis and his family.
That fairy was Holly Short.
It was also a new beginning for a great many things to come.
Meanwhile, Opal Koboi was not finished; no, not by a long shot. In the event that her original plan to raise the Lost Guardians failed, Opal had used a powerful time/space manipulation spell to ensure that some form of her, be it past, future, or even other-dimensional, would live to carry out her misdeeds. Granted, it would take four years to take hold and activate, but it was a small price to pay for world domination.
Once the spell took effect, it summoned the closest version of the original who cast the spell into being. For the sake of this story, we'll call her Opal Prime, as Opal herself had since died, her soul pulled from her body and sent to where ever the dead People go.
Now, as Artemis and Holly were recovering the young genius's memories, Opal prime had begun to make her mark on the human realm... But that's a story for a later time. For now, let's focus on the now nineteen Artemis and Miss Holly Short, for they are the true beginning of our story...
"Artemis, I do hope you've called us together for a good reason; I have a meeting with Vladimir Putin in twenty minutes." Artemis Fowl the First fidgeted with his tie, a new commodity to him since he had made the switch from international crime lord to upstanding businessman. "If there's any person on this world that shouldn't be left waiting, it's the man who controls the KGB."
Artemis Fowl the Second nods pensively, adjusting his dress shirt, which he had taken to wearing instead of his custom Armani suits, imported from Italy. "Relax, Father. I can assure you that this meeting is of the utmost importance. I'm sure Mister Putin will understand if you are somewhat late."
Angeline Fowl, the once-absent mother of the Fowls, sits beside her husband. "Your son is right, Artemis. I'm sure that young Arty has a valid reason for calling this meeting, especially right before our own meetings. Don't forget, I have a meeting with the CEO of Hollister in an hour, too."
Artemis Senior huffed. At the same time, Myles and Beckett Fowl entered the room, followed by Juliet Butler, their bodyguard. Myles, ever the brilliant mind that his older brother was, sat quietly and waited for the announcement that was obviously imminent. Beckett, the slightly less brilliant, more ADHD mind of the pair of twins, took a look around the room as he bounced on the balls of his feet, his mind holding a squirrel's attention span.
"Where is Holly?" The younger twin asked Artemis Jr. "I don't see her... Usually she's with you. Shouldn't she be here now?"
Juliet frowns. "For that matter, where is Butler? Madam Ko's first rule is to never leave your charge unprotected..."
Artemis the Younger raises his hands, silencing the chatter that had grown at the notice of the two missing family members. "I assure you," he begins slowly, "I am quite well protected. As for the whereabouts of Holly and Butler, they will be joining us shortly. However, I would like to make an announcement."
Myles leans forward in his seat, his head resting on his fist. Please, get on with it older brother, , or we shall all die of boredom. I for one would like to return to my studies of wormholes and extradimensional beings."
Artemis looks around the room, only to find everyone nodding lightly, embarrassed. He sighs. "Very well." He raises his wrist to his mouth, speaking into his comlink. "Butler, please escort Holly to the family area."
Butler's reply comes with a buzz, an affirmative.
Three minutes pass before the doors open, allowing Butler and his temporary fairy charge into the family room. Holly steps out from behind Butler, her petite figure clad in a strapless, floor length cream dress, and takes her place beside her friend with a noticeable blush. Artemis takes her hand and squeezes it softly, causing Holly to blush further and hide her face in Artemis's shoulder. Together they face the young genius's parents, and it's Artemis's turn to blush as he addresses each member of the family with a nod.
"Mother, Father," the nineteen-year-old begins. "Holly and I have something that we want to tell you." He looks into his companion's eyes, one a warm hazel while the other shines blue.
Holly blushes before turning her face away, looking anywhere but at the parents in the room.
"Mother, Father," Artemis says once more, "I have decided to take Holly Short as my bride."
Artemis Fowl the First says nothing, simply stares at the pair.
Juliet punches the air, a shout of joy escaping her lips.
Myles grins as Beckett pulls his wallet out, handing his twin a fifty Euro note, then pockets the money as his younger twin grins ecstatically at Artemis and Holly.
"It's about time!" Angeline declares with a laugh.
So? What'd you think? Me and Caitlin will be writing this for hopefully a while, so please follow and fave, and dont forget to review if you liked it!
-DN
