Intertwined Destiny

Disclaimer: I do not own Escaflowne. Please don't sue. But I do own Kuntau, so if you want to use him ask me first. Thanks.

Fire, burning, screaming. That's what Celena saw. Blinking her eyes she tried to clear her mind. I really do need to concentrate on what brothers saying. Celena

thought. Closing her eyes for an instant she took a deep breath then looked up around the

table. This was an important meeting for her brother, he was entertaining many important

guests. There was Van Fanel, reigning king of Fanelia. He was sitting off to the side

looking lost with a glazed over expression on his face. Celena snorted. Just

because hes king he thinks he doesnt have to pay attention to this conference. Celena

looked at him icily. Wait, why am I thinking like this? This isnt how mother wanted me

to act! Whats wrong with me? Nothing, I just need to pay attention. Celena looked

around at the other members of the counsel. The queen Millerna was there with her

husband Dryden Fassa. They were holding hands under the table. Merle was also there.

Dumb cat girl. Why is she here anyway? We dont need scum like her at this table.

Celena narrowed her eyes then gasped in shock. Everyone's attention turned to her.

m sorry, Im not feeling well. Will you excuse me. Celena not waiting to be

pardoned stood up and left the conference table heading for the stairway.

Upstairs she headed down the hallway to her room. Closing the door behind her she headed for her bed. Moving down onto it she grasped her legs with her arms.

Why was I thinking those thing? Whats wrong with me? Celena closed her eyes a tear sliding down one cheek. Why do I hate these people?

Allen knocked on her door. May I come in?

Celena groaned rolling her eyes. What is up with him? Does he have to follow me wherever I go? Oh my goodness, did I just think those things about my own brother?' Celena shook her head. Come, come in brother.

Allen walked into the door and put an arm around his sister when he saw the tear tracks that were running down her face.

s wrong Celena? Allen waited for a reply but didn't get one. He prodded again.

m sorry brother, its just that.just that.

Just what Celena? Allen looked at his sister worriedly.

Tell me about my past. Why cant I remember the past ten years? Celena leaned into her brother. Tell me.

I, cant. Im sorry sister but I can Allen pushed his sister away and quickly rose to his feet. I can Allen exited the room.

s wrong with me? Celena asked herself aloud. Is there something so wrong with me that my own brother cant even tell me what is it. Celena fell into her pillow and cried.

* * *

Hello sir, I thank you for waiting until my other guests have left, now what is it that you want?

I wish to speak with your sister. A tall man with dark greasy hair and a pointed beard talked with Allen Schezar.

Celena? But why? Allen was dumbfounded.

That is between me and her. The man peered into Allen's eyes. Its important.

ll have to check with her. Allen snapped his finger and a servant came over bowing before him. Go ask the Lady Celena if she wished to entertain a guest. The servant bowed again and left.

* * *

Lady Celena the servant knocked on the door. There is a visitor here for you. Do you wish to see him or should I have Lord Allen send him away?

Celena raised her head looking at the door. ll see him. Just give me a few minutes to get ready. I shall meet him in the study soon.

Very well the servant left to deliver the news.

Celena rose from the bed and moved over to the her mirror. I look awful. But brother tells me to be polite and lady like. It wouldn't be polite to send the man away.' Adjusting her dress Celena checked out her appearance. This will have to do.' Celena made her way to the study.

* * *

The servant Allen had sent came back down and told him what Celena had said.

Very well. Allen nodded. Follow me please. Allen led the man to the study. He motioned for them man to sit. Allen himself waited for his sister. Celena arrived a few minutes later looking slightly bedraggled. She motioned for her brother to leave.

But Celena, you are in no condition to entertain a guest. Allen protested. Celena just motioned for him to leave. He obliged.

What do you want? Celena went directly to the subject.

My my, a little hasty arent we?

m in no mood for introductions.

Well that is no reason to behave this way. Even with what youre going through.

What I'm going through? Celena looked at him questioningly. I dont know what youre talking about

t be ignorant girl the tall man's voice turned harsh, then immediately went back to the gentle monotone. m talking about the dreams, the lapses in concentration, the reactions you have to certain people, how you dont know why you act that way. Why you cant remember your past. I have the answer to all that, do you still wish to listen.

Tell me about my past. Celena spoke almost pleadingly.

Not here and not now. The man told her. Come to this place. he handed her a piece of paper with an address on it. Go there and I will tell you everything.

Celena looked up breathless.

Two days from now. Ask for me by name, Jaren. Jaren rose. Goodbye fair lady. he left the study.

* * *

Is the she coming? A smooth cultured voice slid through the air.

Yes my Lord. I made her an offer she couldnt refuse. She should be here in two days.

Good work, but the girl isnt what Im interested in. The voice chuckled. Something needs to be decided.

What would that be? The bearded man asked .

Never ask me questions! The voice turned cold and a young man sprang up from where he was sitting. In an instant the messenger was dying on the floor, a lethal cut across his neck. The young man stood there covered in red blood. The day is coming when I will prove myself to be the best.

So, what will happen next? What is up with Celena? What is up with that last guy? Well if you want me to write more please review and tell me so. If you don't I'll think that no one is reading this and not continue the fic. Ten review minimum, Thankies!!