Title: Part 1
Series: The Unknown
Author: Affinity/Mel
Archive: None but willing to share if you ask ^.^
Pairing: None this chapter.
Rating: R for violence (it's not terrible graphic but better safe than sorry)
Disclaimers: Don't own Once or anything like that, just borrowing their characters.
Comments: I'm a feedback whore so if you want more of this, you'll have to let me know that ^.^
The Unknown Part 1
The scent grew ever more familiar with waves of energy spilling from some mysterious point of origin but the still form could feel it down to their bones. There were things even the spirit world could not rip from you and though memories continued to trickle in senses already knew what was coming. This land would be saved by the strongest hearts within it as had been foretold but that which came after was about to change forever. The ground beneath shivered as power roared through the air, washing through the steady figure like a warm breeze. Most would be trembling with fear at the overwhelming intensity enveloping the small town but for reasons unknown to the outside world the stranger remained content.
One final quiver sent the gathering energy dispersing and a sigh struggled past a parched throat. The time had nearly arrived, armor shifting to take a strong battle stance. Figures in the distance became clear and the suit of armor stayed motionless until the three were near enough for an attack. "Wait," the woman could be heard shouting to her partner as they trotted closer but it was already too late.
Easily closing the gap with a step forward, the blade soared clean through flesh to completely remove the man's arm with a blood curdling scream. As the limb descended a small object tumbled from it and past the mysterious figure, halting near the edge of the dock. Charging past the confused and horrified child in it's path the figure managed to catch the brunette by the shoulder before she could retreat. Plunging the sword into her midsection, a strong jerk eviscerated the gasping and wailing woman before she was thrown forcefully into the water. Spinning around, another thrust stopped the man from escaping and left him still with shock and pain. Scoffing, the armored figure shoved him into the water with his partner. They could bleed to death or drown together for all it cared. Facing the child whose eyes shook more than the Earth had been moments before, the figure took pause.
"Wh-What ARE you?" he gasped, fingers nervously feeling around the deck for that stray bean he'd been keeping an eye on since this bloodbath began. It was the only thing keeping his wits about him.
"HENRY!" a chorus of voices shouted as they closed in on them.
Pulling the boy up by his bonds, the figure secured one arm about his neck and faced the oncoming group of people. Gripping it's sword, there was a hint of disappointment when this group simply stopped in from of them and the blonde woman demanded, "let him go!"
But it wasn't that woman which caused a reaction. Dismissing the question, a dry and raspy voice growled, "where is she?"
The group helplessly glanced at one another, unsure who the stranger was talking to or even about. Before any of the women could speak David stepped forward, trying to settle the situation by responding, "easy. Release the boy and we can talk."
"No," the figure snorted. "Your demand shall only be met when I have my answer, Prince. Now step away or bloodshed will be the punishment for your disobedience."
Unable to help in any other way, he did as the voice requested taking a step back and gave the others a pitiful look. Realization came over the former Evil Queen, murmuring "oh god" to herself before shaking the shock away. Emma tried to move forward but a hand on her shoulder halted the action. "Miss Swan, please allow me to handle this."
There was a hard stare between the two before the Savior finally fumed, "you better know what you're doing."
With a clenched jaw Regina confidently strode toward the armored figure, commanding authoritatively, "lower your weapon or I'll be sure you NEVER have your answer."
Begrudgingly the figure obeyed but continued to hold the child with one arm. Leaning closer to the Queen, the voice asked in a less patient tone, "where is she?"
Swallowing hard, Regina moved closer and whispered into the slits at the side of the strangers helm. Confidently she took a step back, watching carefully to be certain their deal still stood. Her heart tightened when the blade was raised but it simply cut away Henry's bindings. A pat to his shoulder sent him running toward the Charmings and a sadness filled the brunette as she watched the reunion. "We'll begin tomorrow."
~tbc~