Guy strode into the great hall in a rather miserable mood. He loathed the fact that he would have to see the sheriff all day while making plans for the celebration tomorrow, and not to mention the fact that he would have to do the same for tomorrow.
You see, Vassey was celebrating because it was going to be his birthday.
He looked around the Hall for anyone it seemed to be empty. But, he wasn't surprised because it was after all, early in morning.
He winced when he felt he felt a hand on his shoulder. "Oh, sorry did I hurt you? Good morning Gizzy," the sheriff said as he smiled. Guy shrugged off this arm but didn't turn to face him.
He held his jaw tight in an attempt to not blow his top off at him for what he did the previous day.
The sheriff walked around him and poured himself a cup of mead. Guy had to clench his fist when he saw the silent smirk on his face.
Finally after the sheriff sat down he asked, "Why do you care?"
Guy tilted his head a bit, "Care? I don't understand…"
Realizing he had to clarify he raised his eyebrows and stated, as if it were more of a fact than a question, "Why do you care about Marian?"
Guy shook his head and his eyes darkened a bit, "I don't"
Vassey watched Guy for a moment then got up. "Oh, okay then you wont mind."
Guy asked sharply, "What?" The word came out with obvious anger and disgust.
"Well, I owe a friend. He fancies Marian." He shrugged as if it was nothing and added, "She'll be leaving in a week."
Guy stepped closer to Vassey and very unexpectedly shoved him to the table. In one swift motion he grabbed his dark blue sued shirt with his left hand and pulled him down onto the table. He was angry. "If you touch her…" He trailed off as he unsheathed his dagger and poked the sheriff's gut with it.
"My my Gisborne aren't we feeling rather brave."
Although he lost his smug smile when Guy lowered his dagger under his belt. "I hope you are." Guy raised a brow after saying it. Vassey's expression went from sarcastic to very worried.
Guy thoroughly disgusted by now spit out, "Like I said, leave Marian alone." His voice was low and gruff.
The sheriff laughed softly to cover up his uneasiness. At the moment he seriously believed Guy was going to take away his ability to ever have children.
During this whole turn of events neither had noticed Marian had walked in to find Guy. She had a few questions for him.
She witnessed the whole confrontation.
Marian cleared her throat to announce her presence. Guy and Vassey glanced behind them to notice a surprised pair of eyes watching them.
Guy removed his dagger from Vassey's lower region and walked away heavily. She watched Vassey for a moment as he ran a tired hand over his old face.
Finally she followed after Guy.
What she just saw confused her. It was a bold move on Guy's part. Never had he ever done anything like that before. He stood up to the sheriff. The only reason he had done it was to protect her, but from what? She yet again, had seen what he was willing to do to keep her safe. There was no question. He loved her.
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Marian found him outside leaning against the dusty stonewall. The sun was out, and the trees were almost done turning colors. Everything looked so beautiful. Leaves were blowing around. The air was cool. He hadn't noticed her until she spoke up, "Guy?"
He moved his head to face her. It broke his heart to see the bruise on her face.
"I'm sorry you saw that…" He began and stopped.
She shook her head. "Don't be sorry."
He opened his mouth to speak but realized he couldn't find the words.
After a moment he decided to tell her the whole story, he knew she was curious.
"He wanted to send you away." Marian furrowed her brows, "Where?"
With an angry upset face he answered, "To someone he owed. I won't let him."
She walked up to the tall man and stood in front of him. "I think your point got across," she said jokingly and he laughed lightly in response.
He backed off from the stonewall and took a step closer to her. He heart skipped a beat as he did so. His hair was a bit disheveled and it hung slightly in his face.
"Care to take a horse ride with me?"
Surprise that he offered she nodded, "I'd be delighted."
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Guy rode with ease and grace. His broad shoulders move to the tune of his dark brown mare. Marian rode beside him and without him noticing watched him carefully.
He seemed stressed and as if he was aching. If only she could relieve him of all the worry and pain he had. Oh how she wanted to.
There was a rustle in the bushes and Marian glanced over just in time to see a small deer pass by. She had thought it was Robin. She thought her heart had stopped. Relieved she looked over at Guy who seemed unfazed.
"Guy?"
"Yes Marian," he answered with ease. His voice showed he seemed happy to just be alone with her.
"I want to thank you, for everything you've done for me. Yesterday you..." She shook her head trying to find the words, "And today you… protected me."
He glanced over at her and for a moment she caught a look in his eye. Pure love. He cleared his throat and like that his mask was back up, in a flash.
"You don't need to thank me Marian." She smiled at him and he watched her smile. He loved her smile. It was vibrant and beautiful. Even in the worst of moods it made him happier.
Marian happened to look out into the woods and she caught a face. Narrowing her eyes she found Robin's gaze. His features showed he was hurt and sad. She looked away from his gaze quickly.
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Okay what do you think? I didn't have a lot of time to type it up so the next chapter will have more action I promise. I had a lot to study tonight. Big science test tmro. XD Read and review plz. Ideas are also welcome but no criticism. I always say if u don't like it then don't review of for that matter read it at all. Hope you enjoyed. To be contin.
Cheers,
Corey
