A Bet On Love

Disclaimer: I don't own the Edge characters. I only own Lufwood and Lullabee.

AN: Hey guys! Thanks for the reviews. They've really encouraged me to write more. Enjoy this chapter.


The next morning I woke up with my head throbbing. I held my head with my hand and looked up at the wooden ceiling.

"Ah my head hurts," I moaned.

"Next time don't drink so much," Lullabee replied and hovered over me.

"Leave me alone," I said and sat up. My bare feet touched the floor and I walked out the door. I passed the kitchen and grabbed some fruit. I looked at it and sighed. I could see brown spots growing on it, defiantly a sign of age. "This is disgusting. I may live with men but that doesn't mean I have to eat and smell like them." I placed it back and walked up the steps from the cabins. The sun soon met my body. I shut my eyes and stumbled backwards. Hands grasped my shoulders and I looked behind me.

"Nail," I said and turned.

"Goodmornin' to ya Lufwood," He replied. "Your friend Raff made it back safely to the academy." He winked and laughed.

It took me a moment to realize what he was talking about. "Don't even think that. I know of the bet and even though I don't agree with it I going to help Lullabee win."

Nail nodded. "Okay. Best of luck." He headed off.

"LUFWOOD!" Quint ran up and grasped my shoulders.

"Don't yell Quint," I said.

"Sorry. Come quick Raff's ill." Quint looked deep into my eyes.

"Why ask me for help?" I asked.

"You're the only person who knows how to handle the aftermath of drinking," he replied.

I gave a sigh and I got my boots. I jumped down the plank putting my boots on my feet, my head killing me with every step. As we walked through the academy I got looks of disapproval. I gave them cold glares back and they soon turned. We stepped into Raff's large room, the smell of smoke filled my nostrils.

"What are they doing?" I asked.

"Trying to sweat it out," Quint whispered.

I pulled up my sleeves and walked over. "All of you get out! Douse the fires and get me two cloths and cold water!" I demanded.

Everyone left and I got what I needed a few minutes later. I placed one cloth in the water and placed it tenderly on his temple.

"What's the other cloth for?" Quint asked me.

"For me." I looked at him and sigh. "He needs rest Quint."

Quint nodded and exited the room silently. I gave a sigh of relief and took the other cloth for myself. I laid on his rug and placed it on my forehead and I closed my eyes. I soon found myself falling asleep on the floor. What seemed like only five minutes I woke up again. I opened eyes and found that I was on Raff's bed. I sat up with a start and looked around. There seemed to be no one around. I stood up and walked to the door. My hand reached for the handle when the door opened. I jumped back.

"Lufwood you're awake." Raff's smiling face looked at me. "Good afternoon."

"Hello." I gave a weak smile.

"Tea?" He asked.

"Uh…yes please."

He placed two cups on a small table and poured a sweet smelling tea. I walked over and looked at the cups.

"So I'm guessing you put me in your bed," I said.

"Yes I woke up and thought you might be uncomfortable on the rug so decided to put you there," he replied.

"Thank you." I looked at the chairs.

"Please take a seat." He motioned to a seat.

I sat down and he took a seat across from me. He picked up his teacup and took a sip. I took my cup carefully in a hand and brought it to my lips. The liquid went down my throat and my eyes widened.

"This is amazing," I exclaimed.

"Tea from the Deepwoods. A college of mine bought it off a gabtroll," He explained.

I smiled and sat back in the chair. The sun spilled into the room. My bandana began to absorb the heat and so I took it off. My hair fell forward and I pushed it behind my ear. Raff gave me a smile. We talked for a while and I noticed the sun starting to sink in the sky. I stood up.

"It was fun to talk but I have to go," I said.

"Right. Let me accompany you to the door." He smiled.

He stands and leads me to his double wooden doors. Before I left he lifted my hand and pecks it lightly. I smiled and walked out.

"I'll see you tomorrow?" I asked.

"Of course," came his reply.

I walked down the empty hallway, alone, and as I did I mindlessly played with my bandanna. As I finished walking out of the academy I stared at the setting sun. As I stood unaccompanied there was a loud BOOM from one of the other academies. It rocked Sanctaphrax and I fell to my knees. The blast went through my body and scholars came rushing out from the various schools. I stood up and ran to the side barely making the stampede. "What was that?" I thought to myself. Lullabee ran up to me and grabbed my arm.

"Did you feel that?" She asked.

"Who wouldn't? Let's get back to the ship." We sprinted back. "Is the flight rock okay?"

"It's fine no damage done. But there is damage to the mast," Lullabee panted.

"Damn it all. How are we going to get the wood to fix the mast with no ship?" I cried.

"We'll have to borrow a Sanctaphrax vessel," Lullabee sighed.

We stopped at the plank and I gave a low moan. "Stupid ass sky scholars." I thought and walked onto the ship. The ship was in a panic and Wind Jackal was barking orders.

"LUFWOOD!" He yelled. "Help get the mast off Nail."

I looked at Wind Jackal then at the mast. Under the splintered wood was Nail. The old goblin had gotten caught under the weight. I ran over and began to lift with the others. Sweat began to roll down my face. With a lot of effort we managed to lift the mast off his body and he was helped out. We placed it gently back down and I fell to my knees quaking uncontrollably.

"WIND JACKAL!" Lullabee called and held my shoulders. Wind Jackal sprinted towards us and knelt. "She felt the full force of the blast."

"Lufwood I need you to rest you understand me?" Wind Jackal said.

I gave a weak nod and was helped to my cabin. I laid on my back, the gentle breeze from my open window blowing my hammock. I heard footsteps up on deck and heard moans of pain from next door. Time slowed down once again and I then fell asleep.

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AN: I hope you like this chapter. I have written the rough copy of the story and I know how it's going to end. If you wish to find out what happens continue reading.