***Disclaimer*** I don't own any rights to any of the characters of Xena Warrior Princess. I Just like to play with them now and then.
A/N: This is a sequel to Undeniable Love.
It's not necessary to read the first story however I'll try and give you a brief recap.
Set after Japa and Xena's death:
Gabrielle goes on a killing spree, fights depression, learns that Xena is alive, finds Xena and learns that she is married to Callisto. Because Callisto is alive, Eve never existed (remember they are the same soul) the past has changed, no 25 year sleep in an ice cave. No one remembers Gabrielle, including Xena (Ares fault). Gabrielle must restore people's memory. She does. Ares, Archangel Michael are behind it all because Ares wants Xena to live again, he misses her, so Michael gives a challenge that Xena must prove herself to live again. She does. Twist to the story was Gabrielle also died in Japa before Xena, but didn't know it, Ares revived Gabs without permission because he needed her to do her thing with Xena's ashes and the fountain. However as we know, Gabs never poured the ashes into the water. Xena kills Gabs and herself to restore everything back to normal (because neither survived Japa). Michael grants Xena's and Gabs life back.
Now did that make one bit of sense? Sorry best I could do.
So on with the story
(Last part of Undeniable Love Chapter 16)
Michael stood at the pool of water watching the two soulmates begin their journey down the side of the mountain, he turned to his companion, an angel that stood to the side during the entire time.
"You know, that surprises me, they never asked."
"I know what you mean, they must have forgotten. Why didn't you tell them?"
"They have their lives back again, let them find out themselves. I've interfered enough."
"Boy are they gonna be pissed when they find out."
Michael smiled. "No doubt."
With that said he waved his hand over the pool of water and both angels vanished.
Hurtful Truths - Chapter 1
The ship rocked gently in the early morning hours as the crew secured its moorings after the long and treacherous journey from Japa. The blonde warrior secured her sais and clipped her chakram into place as she glanced down at her sleeping soulmate.
She quietly lent over Xena, admiring her peaceful features and lightly kissed her on the cheek. Her nose crinkled upon the contact which bought a smile to Gabrielle's lips. "I love you Xena, but I cannot love you." She whisper as she withdrew and looked once more at her beautiful sleeping form.
She moved towards the small table in the corner of the room, her eyes scanning over the parchment that sat there. She reached behind her neck and slowly unfastened her crystal necklace, a token that Xena had given her and held such meaning of the love that bound their souls. She tried to swallow back tears as a lump formed in her throat, her sorrow building with each passing moment was becoming more unbearable. The necklace was placed carefully down on the parchment, a solitary tear slid down her cheek. It was now or never, it was time to go.
Gabrielle emerged upon the upper deck, taking in her surroundings as her eyes adjusted to the darkness. Breathing deeply she could smell the familiar scent of home, after all this time she was finally home where she belonged, in the right timeframe and not where she had found herself previously.
Walking with purpose toward the gang plank, she came upon the Captain. She smiled, a gentle gesture for what she was about to ask.
"Good morning young warrior, what brings you out so early? It is still the middle of the night."
"Morning Captain. Ah yes it is early indeed, however my time has come to leave."
Gabrielle adjusted her cloak as she tied it in place her soul not wanting to leave, but knowing that it was the only way. She would never be happy until her soul was cleansed, shedding its bonds from the shroud of hatred and pain that devoured her heart and immersed her in misery.
"Captain, please do not wake Xena, she will wake on her own."
"The dark one is not leaving with you?" Eyebrows were raised in surprise.
"No, I go on my own." Gabrielle took a shaky breath. "Xena will be distressed, when she wakes, please look out for her." A gold coin was palmed into his hand as she shook it before leaving.
"Keep your coin, I'll take care of her. Good luck to you."
She bid her farewell to the Captain as her boots hit the wooden plank and she disembarked for the final time.
My Dearest Xena,
I'm sorry to write this note to you but you leave me no choice.
My love, over the last few months I have tried to speak with you but you are not willing to listen and it hurts me to no end. Why do you do this, I do not understand when I know in your heart you love me so.
Our lives in the past were difficult at best, we had grown so close and now I fear we have drifted so far that you cannot or will not see the pain that I am in.
Since our return to this world Michael ensured your love for Calisto would be no more, knowing only the love you have for me. You feel no pain from loss of a loved one, you are extremely lucky.
I however, know only the pain. My life returned where it had ended, the knowledge that you had died. Once again I am to relive the initial loss of my soulmate and that is tearing me apart. The reason that you had willingly left me for another, still fresh in my heart is too much for me to bare. Xena you repeatedly leave me, when you should not and I am at a loss and wonder, how many more times are you to do this, do I mean that little to you, am I that unimportant?
I tried to relay my feelings, but you do not want to listen, so my love you leave me no choice.
Much has happened over the last few years and I am not at all well, my soul is destroyed and I must repair. I'm sorry it has come to this but I must be on my own.
Xena, do not mistake me my love, my heart shall always belong to you, one day I shall return. I need to find peace and stability within my own soul for I am totally unbalanced from hurt and betrayal. You are the cause my love, I'm sorry you cannot understand why this is, my only hope that one day you will.
My pain and my hatred is not from you alone, I am more warrior than bard and now I find that this has tarnished my soul. I no longer want to be like you Xena, no longer the warrior. I feel unstable the more I change and become like you.
I need to heal if we are to be as one, I cannot do this with you around.
Please do not follow me, for that will not help. Leave me alone Xena and let me replenish my trust and my love that we once had and to change my life to one of peace and to lay down my sword. My fight is over.
The amazons shall know of my whereabouts, leave word and they shall contact me.
My heart is hurting to do this to you my love, be strong and wait, for one day I shall return.
Xena, go find your daughter and find some peace. She may help you to understand. By the Gods, you need to understand. Be safe my warrior until I return, my love for you is endless (what little is left to give).
G
Xena hands were shaking as she placed the parchment down on the table. Her legs went from underneath her as she slid to the ground and wept.
Her life was now forever changed.
What had she done.
The pre dawn quietness was shattered as an agonizing scream was heard and continued to be heard for what seemed to be an eternity. Gabrielle stood upon the hill as her lovers wailing continued throughout the land, she turned her back on the cries of pain that she knew she had caused, and ran as fast as she could away.
Hours had passed and Xena sat motionless upon the cabin's floor, dried tears smudged across her face, staring at the crystal necklace she held in her hands remembering only too well the day she had given it.
Her soulmate, her Gabrielle, the woman she had loved with all her being was gone.
Her own soul had finally been destroyed and wept for her return.
A/N: Hope you enjoyed the start, lots more to come. All reviews welcome.