A/N: This is my first fan fiction. Frankly, I'm nervous. I'm a terrible writer, I know. I have absolutely no idea what to do. Please tell me if something is incorrect. Is the rating to low?
Disclaimer: I do not own Ranger's Apprentice. I don't make any money from this story.
Cabin in the Woods, Skandia:
"Don't tell him," said Will. More like pleaded. He thought in self-disgust.
"Excuse me?" asked Evanlyn, confused.
"The warmweed. A-and the r-rape. Don't tell Halt. Please." Will all but begged.
"Why? He can help," said Evanlyn.
Will looked away, embarrassed. "What will he think of me? I've worked so hard for his praise. It seems nothing I do is good enough. I don't want him to know. I don't want him to think I'm weak or to pity me or treat me any differently. I want to go home, to forget this even happened."
"Will," said Evanlyn. "This isn't going to go away. How are you going to explain your nightmares, your scars, the way you flinch at a loud noise or sudden movements, how you avoid any physical contact?"
"Well, we can tell him I was a slave, just not mention the warm weed and r-rape," said Will. "Afterall, if we mention that I was beaten and such, that would hardly make me want to be near a person, would it?"
"Will. You've told me yourself that there's no getting around Halt," said Evanlyn.
"Will you at least try? Please?" Will asked. "If Halt finds out, I'll explain myself. Just promise you won't tell Halt without my permission."
Evanlyn sighed. "I don't think you should, but it is your story to tell, not mine. I will do my best to help you keep your secret unless it becomes a danger to you."
"Thanks, Evanlyn." said Will, sincerely.