Chapter 2 Dinner Entertainment
Author's Note: Wow! I didn't expect this story to get so many positive response. Although, I'm not happy what the writers are doing to my Rumbelle on the show. I am not happy, at all! If they don't fix these two in season six I'm gonna be super pissed. But at least I have my fanfiction to hold me over until the fall. I still believe in Rumbelle. I'm not giving up on them!
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Belle sat at the dinner table with her father and Gaston, who was going on and on after some ridiculous hunting trip that he and his father went on last summer. He told in great detail how he shot the bear with his three arrows and then slit it's throat for good measure. Honestly all this talk about killing was making her lose her appetite.
"So tell me Sir Gaston. How in the world did you capture the Dark One," Maurice asked the young man.
For the first time since dinner began Belle gave Gaston her full attention. She would like to know how someone as brainless as Gaston got his hands on such a valuable item.
"I heard a rumor one night when I was in a tavern with my men. There was an old woman and she told me that there was a way to control the Dark One. I didn't believe her at first but she told me about the dagger of the Dark One. I've heard stories about it but I thought it was just an urban legend. So I traveled alone to the Dark Castle to see if I could find it. My men thought I was mad to go alone and that the Dark One would surely kill me on sight. But I had to know. I traveled for nearly a day and I found the Dark One's castle. It looked deserted when I arrived but the gates were unlocked. So I carefully went inside the castle and searched the place. Every room I checked in was pretty much empty. That's when I found the Dark One's bedchamber. I searched his room but I found nothing. I was about to give up until I noticed a lose stone in the wall. I removed the stone and there was the dagger. I was just about to reach for it until the Dark One appeared. He used his magic to threw me across the room and I thought I was dead for sure but I managed to outsmart him and grabbed the dagger and commanded him to stop. And he did! With the power of the Dark One I managed to crush our enemies and protect the realm," Gaston said proudly.
"That is amazing! Isn't he amazing Belle," Maurice smiled.
"Yes, amazing," Belle said politely.
As soon as they turned their heads she rolled her eyes.
The way her father kept making googly eyes at Gaston, it was as if he turned into some love struck maiden. Well, if Maurice loved the young knight so much he could marry him instead! That would be fine with her.
Also, she didn't believe Gaston's story. From all the books she read about the Dark One he was a clever one. If he didn't want anyone to get their hands on the dagger he wouldn't leave his castle defenseless. He would probably have some kind protective wards around his home to let him know if there were any intruders.
That's when she came to the conclusion that Gaston was a lying sack of shit!
Belle shook her head.
Oh my! She's never thought use foul things before. But that was before she met Gaston.
"Gaston? I know it seems a bit much but could you possibly demonstrate for us on how the dagger works," Maurice gleefully.
"Papa!" Belle outraged.
How could her father be so cruel, she thought.
"Of course, your grace. I think that's a wonderful idea," Gaston said pulling out the dagger.
"No, that's not necessary," Belle protested but it was too late.
"Dark One, I summon thee!"
Just like before the Dark One appeared in a puff of smoke. From the look on his he was clearly not happy.
"You summoned me, master," the Dark One hissed.
"I did beast," Gaston said conceitedly.
She watched as Gaston got up from his chair and twirled around the dagger like it was a mere child's toy.
"My future wife and father-in-law wanted a demonstration of your power. Unless you're too busy," Gaston mocked.
"Oh no, master! I was just finishing having dinner with the rats that live dungeons before you summoned me," the Dark One said sarcastically. Then he turned to Maurice and bowed dramatically, "My compliments to the chef, Sir Maurice! Dry bread and water are my favorite."
Belle suddenly burst into giggles.
Soon all three men were staring at her. Gaston looked at her like she lost her mind. Her father looked at with shame and embarrassment. But the Dark One looked at her with curiosity. He probably didn't think she had a sense of humor. Gaston decided to take back control of the situation and gave the Dark One a command.
"Dark One! I want you to fill this room with gold and jewels," he ordered.
The Dark One gave Gaston a death glare and with a snap with his fingers the room with the finest treasure she had ever seen. Belle had never seen so much treasure in her life. Maurice was practically dancing with joy. She watched as her father picked up some of the gold that was straw like. Golden straw!
"Thank you my boy. You are most generous," Maurice hugged Gaston.
As Belle watched her father and her betrothed bond she notice the Dark One stand beside her.
"It looks like your father is in love," Dark One teased.
Belle covered her mouth from laughing. That's twice that the Dark One made her laugh.
"Beast!"
They looked up to see Gaston walking toward them. He looked at the Dark One and than at Belle.
"Is the beast bothering you my lady? I can command him to leave," he said.
"No, everything is fine," she assured him.
Gaston looked unsure but than he had an idea.
"My lady, would you care to dance?"
"But there's no music," Belle pointed out.
Gaston looked at the Dark One.
"You heard her! My bride wants music!"
The Dark One waves his hand and soon musical instruments appeared and began to play by themselves. It was the waltz.
Gaston held out his hand. Belle looked at her father for help but he was too busy with his new treasures.
Reluctantly, she took his hand and soon she was in Gaston's arms. Belle's felt her flesh crawl as she felt his hand move and down his back as they danced around the room. He stepped on her toes a few times but they keep dancing. Belle couldn't believe that she had to marry this oaf. He was rude, self centered and had two left feet. She looked over her shoulder where the Dark One stood just a few feet away.
I bet he's a much better dancer, she mused.
As if hearing her thoughts, he locked eyes with her. It was only a moment but it was like he could see into her very soul.
Before she knew it, the song was over. Which she was gratefully for.
"That's enough for now, beast. You can go back..." Gaston started to say but Belle interrupted him.
"What is your name," Belle asked suddenly.
"What," Gaston, The Dark One and Maurice asked simultaneously.
She didn't know what came over her but she wanted to get to know the Dark One better, starting with his real name.
"Will you please tell us your name, Dark One? I mean, you do have an actually name don't you," she asked curious.
"Of course, I do. Rumplestiltskin!" he said with a dramatic bow.
Rumplestiltskin. It was odd, but somehow it suited him.
"All right! That's enough. Back to the dungeons with you," Gaston said to the Dark One.
Soon Rumplestiltskin disappeared back to his cell.
"Well, that's enough for one night. I think it's time to turn in," Maurice said.
"Yes, it is late and I could use the rest," Gaston agreed.
"The servants will show you to your room, my boy."
"Good night Sir Maurice. Good night Belle," he said.
"Good night," Maurice said.
"Good night, Belle replied.
She watched as Gaston left the room with the servants. Soon she and her father headed back to their own bedrooms.
As she lay in bed all Belle could think about was Rumplestiltskin and how she can be alone with him.
Author's Note: Oh yeah! Belle has it really bad for Rumple! In the next chapter Belle will get to have some alone time with the Dark One hehe.
