Chapter II
There was some awkwardness as Shyvana forced every word out of my mouth, but eventually, she became pleased with the information that she had received. As her cynical self, she doubted everything I told her.
"Are you sure that's right?" she asked.
"Pretty sure. It's a weird feeling. Not like you would imagine." I responded.
She nodded slowly as we walked the empty streets. Most soldiers were at home resting, or in local inns getting a drink, while civilians would have been there to greet them.
"Alright." she said finally. "Describe him to me."
I was taken aback by her request. "But you already know..."
"Do it." She paused. "Please."
I sighed. "Dark hair, blue eyes, tall, clever, a good leader and he's got a sense of justice..."
Shyvana chuckled.
"What?" I asked.
"Nothing. I just found it funny."
Valor shrieked, "Funny how Jarvan always has trouble remembering people."
"Valor, he does not." I replied.
He rolled his eyes at me, and let out a quiet whistle, as if he was saying "whatever".
"I'm sure he makes an effort then." I said, in an attempt to win the argument.
Shyvana was being awfully quiet during the conversation, as I knew she always tried to butt in at times. However, she seemed to be staring into space, as if in deep thought.
"Are you ok?" I asked her.
She snapped back to reality. "Hm? Yeah. Just tired I guess. Damn battles are draining me lately." She rubbed her eyes shortly. "I'm going to get some rest. I'll see you later."
"Ok, bye."
"Don't go over the top with that crush of yours!" She warned me as she walked away.
I tried to ignore her then, but I couldn't help smiling. As my best friend, she always had something uncalled for to add.
As I looked up ahead of me, I found myself in awe of the sunset that had taken over the sky. The cold blue was no longer there, and in its place, a warm crimson stained the sun's surroundings, slowly fading into orange and then yellow.
"Lovely view." His voice startled me and almost made me jump. He chuckled. "Sorry."
My throat had tightened, so I felt incapable of speaking. Instead, I forced my lips into a smile against my probably red face. Jarvan's height didn't help as my neck was to nervous to tilt upwards properly, so I was left standing in an awkward position.
He chuckled again. "I'm a normal man. Don't be tense just because some call me royalty." He smiled, his shoulders slumping slightly, as if he meant to look less menacing.
Valor let out a shriek. "That's not why she's nervous." He said.
I gave him a disapproving look.
"Do you understand him?" Jarvan asked.
I stuttered for a moment before I recovered my words. "Y-yes. We grew up together."
"Oh yes, of course." He said, as if he'd just remembered that. "And together you became one of Demacia's best teams."
"We were only pursuing the dream my brother and I once had."
"Yes..." he paused for a minute. "Calben?"
"Caleb." I replied in almost a whisper, feeling sadness suddenly come over me. I lowered my gaze in case my eyes watered.
"Sorry, I am truthfully sorry..." The guilt was audible in his voice. "You know how bad I am... Sorry."
I smiled, "It's ok." I looked up again. "Your Highness." I added quickly, remembering my place.
Valor shrieked again. "Are you done yet? I'm hungry."
"Val..." I warned him.
"Aw." Jarvan said, looking at the stubborn bird. He reached out and stroked his feather the wrong way, making them stick up. "Isn't he cute? I bet he's tired. You better get some sleep. There's no telling what will come."
"Yeah, listen to him." Valor said, shaking a bit to make his feathers return to normal, displaying a look of annoyance.
"Alright. Good night, your Highness. I hope you have a restful night." I said in the most polite way possible.
He smiled warmly, "You too."
I turned to go, but caught sight of Garen running towards us, a look of trepidation dominating his face.
"Jarvan!" he yelled. "Jarvan, sir!" He came to a stop and paused to catch his breath. "We received word from Freljord. They're in danger."
The prince of Demacia turned to face me. "Forget everything I've said. No time for rest."
The next thing I heard was Valor's disappointed cry.
Note
Eeech! The fluff isn't there, I know. Don't judge meh, I have plans. *evil laugh* No seriously, I do.
This sounds like a rushed chapter, but I think I got everything done that I wanted done.
