Another update! A few things I'd like to say. First, thank you all so very much for the comments on the last chapter! Those really mean a lot to me! That's telling me that this story is going along very well, which I believe it is! I also appreciate the critiques.
Secondly, I feel like pointing something out. The poison mentioned in the last chapter is an injection of pancuronium bromide. And the wine offered to Alice had a touch of hydrogen cyanide; one of the worst poisons known to mankind. In short, Stayne tried to poison Alice with the wine. But when that didn't go through fast enough, he injected another poison into her bloodstream. So while she tries to move to get help, the poison seizes her bloodstream and refrains her from doing so. Just thought that I'd clear that up to people who know a thing or two about chemistry (Trust me; I've studied hard for this particular scene).
Thirdly, keep in mind that I still have my poll up. Depending on my schedule, I might update either this story or The Chosen One occasionally. Leave a vote on which one I should update more.
Fourth, also remember that I am now a recruit in the Navy; my first priority will be serving my country above all others. That includes the stories. I will try to get the stories done soon but I doubt they'll be finished until sometime next year or so. It just depends on what I type, how I feel, and what my schedule will be. Just be patient. The stories will be finished in time. I'd really appreciate some tips for future chapters. I might even go as far as to look for beta readers to share my story plots now. But if I do, I will be picky. You have a fair warning.
Other than that, enjoy! Quick note; the song on this is A Mother's Prayer by Celine Dion. Due to the time differences between Wonderland and Earth (Three Wonderland days equivalent to thirty minutes or even three hours in Earth due to the time difference Alice went through during and after the engagement party- not sure which is more accurate), I decided that this scene takes place sometime a few days after Alice leaves Earth (which is probably after weeks or so in Wonderland). So this is a random scene that takes place sometime during the story. I just thought that a scene with Alice's family would add some spice.
Alice in Wonderland II: Underland's Champion
Chapter 10: A Mother's Prayer
Helen sighs as she leans against her chair and stares out the window. This has been a recent pastime that she has been doing ever since she has read a note that one of her maids found on Alice's bed.
I pray you will be my eyes
And watch her as she goes
And help her to be wise
Help me to let go
As soon as she has read the note, she could do nothing but stare in open space for a long time. Disbelief, fear, and confusion have clouded her vision as she stumbles onto a seat that one of her maids have brought up. Margaret looked so pale and almost fainted from the shock of realizing that her sister has disappeared again. But after reading the note over and over again, she jumped to the conclusion that Lord Ascot must be planning another business trip involving her sister. But when the Ascots have confirmed that they haven't seen Alice since she was still recovering from her fever weeks ago, Margaret began hyperventilating and panicked. Equally as concerned, Lord Ascot and Hamish did everything in their power to send out search parties for the blonde. Margaret almost screamed at Lady Ascot for being the prime cause of Alice's departure. To say that the woman looked ashamed and guilty was an understatement; she didn't think that Alice would take her words seriously. She just thought that a firm talking-to was needed to make Alice pull her head out of the clouds, but apparently it held a very negative reaction. Even the police couldn't track Alice down; she just disappeared out of thin air.
When Helen finally regained her senses hours later, she has decided to postpone the search for her daughter. Everyone was greatly outraged by her decision (especially Margaret), but Helen firmly pointed out that Alice has left on her own free will and promised to return. Helen knows that her daughter wouldn't have left if the situation wasn't so important; she trusts Alice's judgment. Even through her common sense told her that it is wise to let her daughter go, her motherly instincts say otherwise.
Every mother's prayer
Every child knows
Lead her to a place
Guide her with your grace
To a place where she'll be safe.
She has no idea where her daughter is or what she will be doing. She has no clue as to whom Alice will be with or if she will be safe. She doesn't even know if Alice herself understands what she could be dealing with. But putting up a search when Alice clearly said that she would be gone for a while will not help in any matters. She has to trust Alice with this obviously important choice.
I pray she finds your light
And holds it in her heart
As darkness falls each night
Remind her where you are
She promised herself that she would not allow anyone or anything to stand between Alice and her goals or desires. Ever since her husband had died, she has tried to influence Alice into making smart decisions. But it was until four years ago when she realizes that Alice making smart choices was not the same as to what she wants. Upon realizing that she wants Alice to be happy, she has decided to let Alice go finish her father's dream. She has worried. She has worried for four years even though Alice's letters always say that she is doing well. It wasn't until Alice returned home when she started to relaxed. Helen has never felt more happy to see her youngest daughter again, but she is even more proud by Alice's accomplishments and by seeing how much she has grown. Alice has changed into a young independent woman with a brilliant mind and pure intentions.
She was just like her father.
Every mother's prayer
Every child knows
Need to find a place
Guide her to a place
Give her faith so she'll be safe.
And it is because she is letting her daughter go that Helen continues watching out the window. She won't never give up on her daughter. She will sit and wait patiently for her return. As she waits, she prays for God and Charles to watch over Alice and to protect her during her journey.
Lead her to a place
Guide her with your grace
To a place where she'll be safe.
Rather short, I know. But I felt that this chapter was a bit necessary; I always sensed that Helen and Alice had a close bond. I was thinking of A Mother's Prayer when I started this chapter; I thought it would fit.
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