A/N I do not own Labyrinth and I write for fun. Hope you enjoy the story

This is the sequel to Don't defy me.

Sarah headed from the secluded area of the trees and exited the park. Her thoughts turned to her recent adventure. It had been lovely to see her friends once more and she promised herself that she would not abandon them as she did before, that she would call them at least once a week. The streets where busy with people heading home after a day at work or heading out to enjoy the weekend. The street lights had begun to illuminate the sidewalk as dusk turned into early night. The restaurant was only a short walk away and Sarah found herself walking at quite a slow pace. She had been waiting for this moment, yet her earlier feeling of anticipation and excitement was fading with each step. All to soon she found herself outside the door, ok Williams this is it, she thought to herself. She glanced briefly up at the sky searching for something that wasn't there before sighing and pushing the door open.

The sound of numerous conversations and a light tune being played on the piano sounded in her ears as she entered, the smell of some delicious delicacy assaulting her nostrils. Her stomach growled expectantly, she realised that she had hardly eaten during her underground visit. Pushing the image of it all out of her mind she gave the maître d' her name then followed him into the busy dining area. Her eyes took in the exquisite surroundings, the chandeliers that hung in random locations from the ceiling spread a warming glow across the room. The tables white and pristine with their small and delicate flower displays tinged with a hint of silver and gold. This wouldn't look out of place in a castle Sarah dismissed the thought as quickly as it appeared.

The table she was lead to was in a more secluded part of the room, ideal for a more intimate dinner. Mike stood as she approached and wrapped her in an embrace planting a kiss on her lips. Smiling at her, he pulled out her chair for her to sit on. Always the gentleman, Sarah thought. He took the seat opposite her and took her hand in his.

"I've been looking forward to this all day" he smiled

Sarah smiled back, why did she suddenly feel so uneasy. Her heart felt heavy.

Mike waved at the waiter and he approached with a bottle of wine. Mike sampled this before the waiter filled both their glasses. He was quite knowledgeable on this sort of thing so Sarah left the choice to him. Sarah picked up the menu in front of her. She pretended to be interested on what was written. Mike took the menu out of her hands.

"Sarah I've already ordered for us both"

Normally this wouldn't have bothered her but tonight for some reason it irritated her. She was a grown woman and could choose for herself. She relented a little once the meal arrived it was delicious, cooked to perfection, the steak tender and just how she liked it. A meal fit for a King. Sarah shook the thought from her head. Mike noticed her silence and put it down to nerves. The meal continued without interruption and Mike spoke of his day. He was a Lawyer like her father and could tell an interesting tale or two. Sarah found herself feeling guilty at the fact that she could not share her day with him in full detail. Normally she would be enthralled by his tales but spending time in a magical kingdom made his tales rather bland in comparison.

All to soon the meal was over and the wine almost empty. Mike had stuck to his usual 2 glass rule while Sarah had drunk nearly the remainder of the bottle. She had started to fidget a little, twirling the napkin between her hands. Mike s voice broke through her thoughts.

"Sarah, there is something I wanted to ask you" he said rising from his seat.

He knelt down in front of her retrieving a small box from his pocket. This was it, this was the moment she had waited for, the reason they were here. He opened the box to produce a beautiful diamond ring on a silk blue cushion the centre diamond twinkled. Sarah raised her eyes from the ring to his. As she waited for him to speak a rush of emotions spread through her. There was no excitement, no pounding heart, no thrill of what was to come.

"Sarah, did you hear me" Mike asked starring at her

She realised that she had been that lost in her own thoughts she hadn't heard anything he had said.

"I said will you marry me".

Sarah felt her heart clench and a feeling of loss and sadness engulf her. She turned her head away from Mikes watchful eyes and taking a deep breath replied.

"I'm so sorry I can't"

Mike looked at her completely stunned. Sarah stood up and as she went to leave he grabbed her wrist.

"what do you mean you can't" he snapped

Sarah was taken back by his tone and the grip he had on her wrist. He had never raised his voice once while they had dated let alone touch her like this. She yanked her arm away suddenly feeling like she didn't really know him at all. To his utter shock she simply turned and left his voice ringing in her ears.

"you will regret it Sarah, you will come crawling back to me"

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Jareth had arrived back in his throne room beyond the goblin city. It had been hard for him to just let her walk away. All he wanted to do was hold her in his arms and keep her with him for ever. Yet he knew that she would never be happy that way and she would resent him for eternity. The goblins now rather the worst for drink ran around chasing chickens. Aiden and his parents watched as he made his way to the dais. Right now he needed silence. As he turned to the assembled horde he grinned mischievously. The goblins sensing a change in their Kings mood turned to look at him.

"Well, what are you waiting for" Jareth sneered "RUN"

The goblins quickly exited the throne room scrambling over each other in their haste to get away

"Welcome back Majesty" Aiden said

"I advise you to follow them. I need to speak with my parents alone"

Jareth waited for the room to empty then with a wave of his hand the doors crashed shut. He sank into his throne.

"Don't tell me you let her go" his father's voice boomed

"What did you expect me to do. Your interference has driven her further from me. I am not going to imprison her here against her will" he sighed"

"Jareth you didn't even try "

"She has chosen someone else, I can't live through another rejection" he said "I think you should leave"

Without argument both his parents disappeared leaving him alone with her thoughts. He made his way over to the large window and perched on the ledge taking in the Labyrinth below him. With a flick of his wrist a crystal appeared. He watched the image of Sarah as she entered the restaurant and met with the man who would be her future husband. As he watched her smile at him, he felt the emptiness inside. He could never love another he had given her his heart. As the man kneeled in front of Sarah producing a small box Jareth threw the crystal against the wall shattering it into a thousand tiny shards. A lone tear ran down his face.

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Sarah made her way back along the now quieter streets. She had promised Toby she would kiss him good night before she went back to her own house. As she neared the front door a feeling of apprehension overcame her before she had turned the handle Karen threw the door open blocking her path. She stood in front of Sarah, hands on hips scowling. Obviously Karen's social grape vine had told her the news already.

"O Sarah really" she snapped

"Karen this is none of your business" Sarah replied

"Mike is a respectable man with a good job and financially secure".

"That isn't enough reason to marry him. What about love?"

"Get your head out of the fairy-tale Sarah, it's not like you have offers pouring in. He can give you a comfortable life"

"And is that why you married my dad for a comfortable life "Sarah shot back angrily

"Don't be ridicules. Phone him apologise. Beg for a second chance" Karen responded

"No Karen it is over and stop sticking your nose in"

Sarah turned angrily away and stormed off down the path

"this prince charming you wait for doesn't exist Sarah "Karen shouted after her

"I don't want a prince" Sarah replied "I want a King"

She began to run to the one place that made her feel calm, the one place that she could gather her thoughts in total peace. The park was deserted, normally she would not venture in at this time but it was her safe haven. She sat on the stone bench overlooking the pond and bridge where she had acted out so many stories. Never during that time did she think that she would become a real part of one of them. The air grew colder as the hour grew later and Sarah remained lost in her own thoughts. Mike wasn't right for her she knew that now and continuing things further would just hurt them both. She thought of the King who had taught her so much, who had offered her everything. As she thought of him a warmth filled her heart, she missed him so much yet it was only a few hours ago when she had seen him. He hadn't tried to make her stay or even tried to change her mind about Mike. In fact, the Jareth she had just begun to know was everything she had really wanted. He had said he would come if she called him, but would he. She had rejected him once then left him again. Sarah sat alone in the park for many hours. Finally chilled to the bone she stood and stretched her aching limbs. She searched the trees for any sign of an owl, maybe he would be there just waiting for her but there was nothing. The tears began to fall, she wanted him more than anything in her life. She took a breath in and called his name.