Artemis Fowl fanfiction
Author's note: This is my first fan fiction ever. And I'm really sorry if there are some mistakes in my story… Actually, I think there are plenty of them… I hope you'll still like it.
The forgotten Gemstone
Disclaimer: I do not own Artemis Fowl! I just borrowed it from Eion Colfer… He wouldn't mind. Oh… But I do own Amber, and probably the other characters not mentioned in the book.
Chapter 1 part a: The end of a thousand years
The Universe is filled with secrets that are unknown to mankind.
One of the secrets was a place called, Lafraj. The land was divided into two kingdoms. They were the Lafgara and the Demovian kingdom.
The two never really considered each other as two uniting kingdoms, because of their differences.
The Lafgara's, were people who cared about the things surrounding Lafraj, while the Demovians, were people who wouldn't even care for others or the land that they were living in.
Because of these differences a war broke out.
The Demovians wanted to have possession of all the land, and if possible even their neighboring kingdom. The Lafgara people were enraged about such declaration, and decided that they have to fight back against the demovians.
It was a gruesome scene. Two kingdoms tearing each others flesh.
I have to stop them! However, If I use my powers, wouldn't it kill all of them?
However, it must be done.
I have watched them grow; now I have to watch them disappear.
I cast a spell to the land of Lafraj, and instantly everything turned into dust. Both my people were screaming in pain, while they too turn into dust.
I witnessed it all but I could not stop it. Instead, I closed my eyes while everything vanished.
I lifted up my hands and chanted a powerful spell.
I placed it onto my heart and said,
"I will slumber for thousands of years and when I wake up I will have no recollection of my past. For the pain in my heart must be forgotten. When the spell wears off, then I will be reawakened and prevent another war from happening."
As her last tear dropped, she turned into a gemstone and fell down to earth.
Ireland present day
Artemis Fowl was planning one of his ingenious schemes, yet again.
But this time it was different. This time he was doing it for the good of others and not just for himself… Well, maybe a little. Actually, he's not sure if it's for a good cause.
Technically, he was still stealing, but on the other hand the person that his trying to steal to deserved it anyway.
His conscience was fighting against his logical thinking. It really infuriates him
Butler caught a glimpse of his young master from the front-rear vision. What he saw was an expressionless kid, who was sitting at the back of the car; looking out of the window.
Maybe Artemis should have a friend his own age. The, "I'm-so-smart-to-be-your-friend thing", must have made this kid really lonely. Butler thought to himself.
'What is it, Butler?' Artemis nonchalantly asked.
Butler shifted his vision back towards the road. Unfortunately, Artemis wasn't pleased about being ignored.
Artemis was still waiting for a reply,
'Well, Butler what is it?' He coldly asked staring from the front rear vision, where he can see Butler's face.
He knows that his bodyguard was concerned about him. A little white-lie should do the trick.
"Very well, I assure you that I'm perfectly fine. The truth is that I was just evaluating about our next scheme."
Butler still didn't reply. Was this a sign of peace? Artemis thought.
However, Butler's face showed disappointment,
'Artemis, I thought you promised your father, that from now on you would stay away from illegal ventures.
Artemis sighed.
Maybe he should lessen Butler's salary, but that would be too cruel of him. After all, Butler was only stating the moral facts.
When Artemis rescued his father from the Russian mafia, he thought that things would go back to the way it was. Artemis Junior thought that his father would still be the same man whose own priority was to live in the family motto.
Instead, Artemis saw a changed man. His father no longer cared about gaining wealth. No, he has decided that he will priorities what really matters to him… his family.
'And what about you, Arty? Will you make the journey with me? When the moment comes will you take your chance to be a hero?' *
His father's question remained etched in Artemis' mind. He didn't know what to make of it.
If his father finds out what Artemis has been up to, he would be disappointed.
However, he doesn't have any choice. The plan must proceed no matter what.
To save Artemis from Butler's guilt-tripping, he decided to stay quiet for the rest of the journey.
Mr. James Brax's Mansion
'Ah, what a lovely gemstone you are', said a delighted Mr. James Brax . 'I bet that thing inside you is worth a lot of dollar?'
He was quite amused with the gemstone. He knew that ambers were very common. Yet, the one he was holding was different from all the other gemstones. It has something special within it. But it wasn't any ancient insect or anything. No, it was much better than that.
It contained a white pearl, which was emitting a sheer white light.
It was simply exquisite. It made him forget any harsh-action that he had made to acquire such a rare object. Besides, when he sees something his interested in, he makes sure he gets it.
'I'm just so glad I got you first', smiled Mr. Brax.
A knocked on the door suddenly interrupted his joyous celebration. It was his manservant, Ralph.
He was holding the main house's telephone. Whoever was on the other line had specifically indicated the manservant, that the call was of upmost- importance.
'Mr. Brax, someone wants to speak with you on the telephone.' The manservant stated.
He gave his manservant an annoyed gesture which meant that he will take the call.
The manservant acted quickly and handed Mr. Brax the phone,
'The caller said, he was one of your business associates,' and with that the manservant left the room.
Mr. Brax merrily answered the phone, 'Hello? This is James Brax speaking.'
Fowl Manor
After a long-silent trip, Artemis was just glad to have finally arrived at Fowl manor.
Now that he was home, he could quickly execute the first step of his plan.
Butler had momentarily stopped the car in front of the gate. He had to check every precaution before they could go in. As Artemis' bodyguard puts it, 'It's better to be safe than sorry'.
Butler looked at Artemis, a sign that he had to stay where he was until his return.
Artemis found the gesture a tad bothersome; he doesn't need to be told.
Before he could even voice out his complaint, Butler was already out of the car.
Artemis let out a sigh of defeat. To occupy himself, he took out his phone and activated an encrypted number that would make his number anonymous.
Not even the phone company can trace the location of the caller thanks to a little bit of fairy technology, which he had installed. Then he took another device, this time it was to change his voice. Such device was necessary. Artemis wouldn't want any business-minded adult to hang-up on a 14 year-old.
He swiftly dialed the desired number and waited for it to ring.
After three rings, someone finally answered,
'Brax residence, how may I help you?' said the man on the other line.
Artemis opened his mouth and said the words in a different voice,
'Yes, this is one of Mr. Brax business associate, it is important that you take this call to him. I would like to talk about some important matters with him.'
The man answered politely, 'Yes, right away.'
Artemis could hear the man walking stride towards the intended recipient.
Artemis' voice changer was a complete success. As expected from a boy-genius.
'Hello, this is James Brax speaking.' The recipient finally answered.
Artemis could tell the excitement by the tone of his voice, but he knew it wasn't because he called, it was something else.
'Well, Mr. Brax you sound happy today. What's the occasion?' Artemis asked.
Mr. Brax replied, 'Oh, nothing of such importance'.
But it wasn't the answer Artemis wanted. He knew Mr. Brax was trying his best to hide something, but being Artemis, he already knew what it was.
There was a short pause. Finally, Mr. Brax continued on,
'Ah, yes. You have some business to deal with me?' Mr. Brax said. Artemis knew that Mr. Brax wanted the conversation to be overand done with, so he went straight to the point,
"Yes, it's about a certain possession of yours, that I am interested about.' Artemis said coldly. 'I want the amber that is in your possession.'
Artemis could hear Mr. Brax punching the table on the other side of the line. He knew that the old gentleman on the other line wasn't happy with such statement.
Mr. Brax was now wary of the mysterious person. With a trembling voice; the excitement faded from his tone, he asked,
'How did you know about the amber gemstone?'
Artemis smirked, 'Well, it could be that I'm a good guesser.'
He could tell that Mr. Brax was trembling,
'What do you want?' his tone changed from worried to fear.
Artemis blatantly answered,
'At the 2nd of August at midnight, your priced possession will disappear from your mansion.'
He heard the man shouting violently on the other line. Artemis was getting annoyed with the old man's pointless babbling.
He decided to terminate the conversation, before he loses his hearing.
Butler finally returned in the car after a few minutes of searching. By the time he finished, it was obvious that the Irish youth's mood turned to a pleasant one.
Artemis was now busy typing on his computer.
Butler asked, 'How did it go?'
Artemis, who was still typing replied, 'Yes, about that can you make sure that all the equipments are ready when we visit Mr. Brax's resident.'
Butler lifted an eyebrow and said, 'Let me guess you warned the old man?'
Artemis imperturbably nodded.
Butler gave Artemis a disappointing look and said,
'You haven't changed at all. Last time, you dragged me to steal the fairy thief from the most secure bank in the world, in daylight! And now you want to steal something from someone that you know will be expecting us?'
Artemis finally stopped typing and confronted Butler's comment,
'You don't have to remind me of those successful schemes that we did together. And besides, aren't we doing this for the good of mankind?'
'Well, I hope I don't get arthritis from trying to save the universe or I'll complain about getting my salary in advance." Butler scoffed to his young master.
Artemis just gave Butler a, 'we-will-see' look, as they entered Fowl Manor.
To be continued.
A/N: Hopefully, you've enjoyed the first chapter. Reviews are much appreciated. Furthermore, I am now in the process of re-editing chapter 1 part b
* Artemis' father quote from the Eternity Code.