Well, before you read this let me say you that Mira is far more nice and maternal than before. Sorry if you miss her being a bitch :D. And yes! I changed Viccy's class. Remember "Who prays to the darkness is always betrayed" right? It's very mushy, beware.

Disclaimer: Every character belongs to Bioware, I do not earn money with this fic.

Calling of Ascension

The Solar looked expectantly at Miradel. The bhaalspawn's face was devoid of emotions. No fear, something she got used to, no rage, no despair. Nothing.

"So, which is your choice, child of Bhaal? Will you become a goddess and abandon this plane, or will you stay as a mortal?" asked the Solar, patience still noted in her eyes.

Miradel's abyss black eyes glanced at her companions. Jaheira's face, even if more impatient than the Solar's, was also expecting an answer. Anomen wasn't very calm, either, yet his eyes showed hope for the necromancer to stay with her companions. Aerie was still a bit awed by the fact of Melissan's defeat, yet still her blue eyes exuded fear from Miradel's choice. Andure and Viconia were also expecting her choice, Andure with his eyes closed and ears attent, Viconia had her eyes examining Miradel. Imoen was clearly pleading Miradel to stay, her eyes afraid of seeing directly at her sister. And Valygar...

The ranger's face was a cold, emotionless mask. The frown in his face always persistent, never truly away of his features. Then, his brown eyes met the black ones of Miradel. There was a mix of emotions in that single glance: fear, love, certainty, regret and, most of all, understanding. Understanding of what was about to happen.

Then, the wizardess threw a dark look at the Solar. Her lips moved, but words could not come out. Fear. But she would not give up. Not now.

"I... I came here to get rid of the curse. But obviously I have made a mark in Faerun, something that won't be forgotten. I cannot stay in this place, I shall choose... godhood." Some disgust could be noted in the last word.

The Solar nodded, not particularly disgusted nor satisfied by the answer "So be it. Any last words to your friends before you go?" she asked. Miradel nodded. "Go, Lady of Murder, and say goodbye."

Miradel walked towards Aerie. The elf's eyes were covered of tears. "There, there" she said soothingly, stroking the cleric's hair "Be careful with this world, avariel. You already know what it is and now you are powerful enough to survive in it." Aerie nodded, tears still flowing through her smooth face.

Then, the necromancer turned to Anomen. The priest's eyes were full of sadness, Miradel smiled a little "Please, don't tell me not to go in the name of Helm." she said teasingly. Anomen returned the smile "I cannot, milady, it's your choice. Besides, your loyalty to Kelemvor is hard to break with the words of my lord. Good luck in thy way, Miradel." he said. The necromancer smiled fully this time "Good luck in thy busyness too, young knight."

Then, Jaheira went to Miradel slowly, her eyes in a frown. "It is over then, isn't it?" she asked, sadness ripping her voice. "It is so, Jaheira. I must say that I'm sorry that you could not attend your grief in order to help me" apologised the other woman. Jaheira patted Miradel's hand reassuringly and said "Life is made of decisions. I made mine and I do not have regrets, child. Hmm... calling child to a goddess doesn't seem the wisest of things, does it?" she said with an attempt at humor from her part. "I'm going to miss you, my friend."

Imoen didn't need words for what she was going to do. She practically launched herself at Miradel into a warm hug, sobbing loudly. Miradel was a bit surprised by her act, then she patted her in the back, whispering words of confort at her ears. Then, Imoen released her, face tear-stained and chest hurting for crying.

Andure held the necromancer's hand in his own, shaking it. "It was fun as it dured, sister. Hope to see you again." said the stalker. Miradel answered with a wise smile, but stood quiet. Viconia was sharpening her dagger as she said "So, it ends here. I knew that you would eventually give up to the power, Jalil.". Miradel glared at the assassin at first, then smiled wistfully, keeping the reasons for her own. Then she turned to Valygar.

"I know why you'll ascend. Do it and do not torment me more." he said in a cold and hasty way. Miradel's expression hardened, then said "As you wish, my lover. Farewell" Then she looked at the Solar "I'm ready." The Solar nodded.

The reasons of Miradel are dark. Only she, Valygar and Irenicus know them.