Disclaimer: I do not own the Narnia series (books or movies) nor do I own any of the characters other than my OC. This is my second Narnia storyline- look on my page for my Peter Pevensie story "Not a Chance Meeting"
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"Edmund, you're going to get us killed!" Raelyn shrieked with a laugh as the two sprinted across the street, dodging taxis as they went. The boy in question turned his head and shot her a roguish grin.
"I just don't want to be late again. I told my siblings that I would meet up with them once I got you." He explained to her as they weaved their way in and out of the crowd in the subway. A year had gone by for the siblings and in that time everyone had changed in some way. Peter had developed a quick temper, acting like he was entitled to everything. Susan had only enhanced her practicality, and she seemed to dismiss the idea of ever going back to Narnia. Lucy had kept her childlike faith in Aslan even though she had grown up quite a lot as a person. Edmund's change however revolved more around the girl that he was currently toting around. After their first meeting, he had sought her out intently, acting on the deep connection that he could feel with her. At first she seemed a bit apprehensive, but Edmund had noticed it was just a part of her timid nature. However, in just a few weeks she finally gave into his charming personality and welcomed his company. Since then the two had practically been inseparable. Edmund brought out the more daring side of her and helped to lessen her lack of self-confidence. Raelyn in return had served as the light in Edmund's seemingly dark world. When she came into the picture he didn't worry about going back as much as he initially thought he would. In fact he even dared to share some stories about Narnia with her, wanting nothing more than to share everything important in his life with the copper haired beauty.
"If I was going to make you late, then you should have gone ahead without me. I would have done just fine all by myself." She told him gently, pulling on his arm to slow him down. Ed shook his head in protest.
"No, you had nothing to do with me being late. I just got a late start this morning, that's all." He assured her, knowing that she disliked being a burden to anyone. What he didn't tell her was that he had spent an extra hour or so making himself up for her. During the time that he had gotten to know her, he couldn't help but become totally infatuated with Raelyn. She was by far the most beautiful and the most genuinely caring person he had ever met and he adored her for it.
"Ok, if you're sure." She conceded, scanning his face warily to make sure he wasn't just lying for her sake. Edmund beamed down at her in response. As the two headed towards the stop where they usually met up, the crowd became increasingly thicker. Edmund took her hand and lead them through the throng of students. In getting closer to the epicenter of the mob they could hear the shouts of encouragement along with the distinctive thuds of a fist fight. Raelyn squeezed his arm timidly and he looked down to give her a comforting glance. They pushed their way to the front and her eyes widened in shock. Peter was in the center of the ring of students, fighting three other boys who clearly had the upper hand. In an instant Edmund let go of her hand and handed her his satchel.
"Ed." She whispered worriedly, latching onto his arm. He grabbed her hand in assurance and gave her a serious look.
"Stay here." He instructed before dashing off to help his brother. As one of the boys was about to hit Peter again, Edmund leaped from the crowd and tackled him to the ground. He and one of the boys continued wrestling while another two dragged Peter over towards the tracks. They shoved him down towards the edge and one pinned him while his buddy began kicking the downed boy. Catching his brother's vulnerable situation, Edmund quickly shoved his attacker off and darted after his brother. Peter shouted in pain as he was struck again but before his attackers could land another blow Edmund tackled the boy to the ground. Again, saving Peter from more nasty blows. Suddenly the sound of whistles could be heard and the crowd rapidly dispersed as the cops came running towards them. The guards quickly broke up the group of brawling boys. Edmund was pried off of the boy who know had a busted lip, while Peter was scolded to 'act his age'. As Peter stormed off, Edmund took a moment to glance around, looking for a familiar red head. However, she was nowhere to be found so he assumed that she was chased off by the cops like everyone else. In all honestly he was relieved that she had distanced herself from the brawl. Knowing that she would return soon with his belongings, he followed his siblings.