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Chapter 2

Letting out a sigh Sarah heads off towards the Goblin City. Not sure how long it is until night fall she could even care less. Knowing that even if she was late if he wanted all Jareth had to do was collect her himself. She walks down a deserted road and turns heading out the gate. Looking around she sighs again and moves slowly towards a group of trees.

Back in the throne room Jareth watches Sarah from a crystal orb. He smiles gently at her image and hums a soft tune to himself. Rising to his feet he half dances around the room, still humming. He can not believe his good fortune that his Sarah had wished herself here.

A low whine came ripping through the forest as Sarah drew closer. Her senses telling her that she had nothing to fear. Taking a deep breath she turned towards the sound and made her way slowly towards it. Pushing her way through a clump of branches she is suddenly gripped around the waist. A small gasp escapes her lips and she looks up into the face of Ludo. "Hi Sawah."

"Ludo!" Wrapping her arms around his neck she hugs him gently.

Finally letting her go Ludo smiles at her gently. Placing her hand on his shoulder they begin walking through the forest together. "How are you Ludo?"

"Good," he answers.

Letting out a soft laugh they continue on in silence just enjoying the peace around them. Slowly Ludo leads her to a small clearing in the middle of the forest where a camp fire is lit. Sitting around this fire is Hoggle, Sir Didymus, and his mighty steed. Ludo and Sarah sit down near the campfire to the amazement of Hoggle and Sir Didymus. "That rat actually let you out," Hoggle asked?

Before she can reply Jareth appears. He smirks at them, "really Hogwash is that how you think of me. Maybe you need another dip in the Bog."

"Ummm, I'm sorry your majesty," he mutters.

Turning his attention to Sarah he smiles at her gently. "Sarah you shouldn't spend your time with these creatures your much to good for them."

Rising to her feet she replies, "and what would you expect me to do then."

"Easy precious sit at my feet and worship me," he reaches out to touch her.

Stepping back and avoiding his touch she glares at him. "I would rather be thrown in the Bog."

"I would consider that my dear, but I really don't think I would be able to stand the smell of you after words. Besides I simple enjoy watching you as it is right now."

"They are my friends and I would prefer spending my time with them, alone."

"As you wish," he turns and leaves them as quickly as he came.

Sitting back down Sarah sighs as Hoggle touches her hand. Raising her head up to look at him she smiles gently. "You guys want me here right?"

They all rise up to their feet and give Sarah a hug. "Of course we do."

They laugh and talk for hours and as the sun begins to sink in the horizon Sarah slowly stands up. "I need to head back but I'll see you tomorrow."

They nod in agreement as Sarah walks away slowly. From the shadows a tall man follows behind her. Not allowing his presence to be known. He stops before the goblin city and watches her from the shadows make her way slowly towards the castle. His black eyes shine with determination. "This will be fun," he says softly.

As she enters the castle he changes into a Raven and flys off. Flying fast and hard he leaves Jareth's kingdom and enters his own. A dense forest where sunlight barely touches the ground. Flying into a window high up in the castle he turns himself back into a man. Walking through the room he heads out a door and towards a throne room. His steps are prideful and his head is held high as his gaze falls onto the woman sitting on the throne. Walking up to her he bows his head and catching her hand in his brings it to his lips. Placing a chaste kiss upon her knuckles he gazes into her emerald green eyes. "I know what I want now;" he tells her.

Back at Jareth's castle...

Sarah walks in and heads straight towards teh throne room where Jareth is stretched out on his throne. She walks up to him and he seems not to notice her with his eyes closed who could blame him. She looks at him and realizes he fell asleep. Shaking her head she touches his shoulder gently and he wakes up with a start falling off the throne. Looking up he smiles at her as if he meant to do that. Rising to his feet he dusts off his leggings and smiles at her gently. "Ah Sarah you returned on your own."

"Of course you did say I had to be back before dark."

"Wonderful," he places his hand upon her and they vanish.

Reappearing in a bed chamber he smiles gently. "I had this room prepared for you while you were out."

Looking around the room she is surprised to find several items from her old home. "Why are my things here?"

He looks up at her, "because they are yours Sarah. I assumed you would want your belongings since you will be living here."

Turns form in her eyes and she looks at him with a new kind of kindness. "Why are you being nice to me, I hurt you?"

Pulling her into his arms, "precious you did hurt me but that only made me realize how much I actually loved you. I want you to be happy here. If there is anything I can do other then to bring you back home, you just need to ask."

She nods and lets her tears fall after a bit she backs up. "Thank you Jareth."

He smiles at her and leads her to a table. I had them bring you something to eat but I would be honored if you join me tomorrow morning for breakfast."

"Of course."

He smiles at her greatly as he backs out of the room.