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RD TARVELL CASPIAN RD
WARNING: LOOOOOOOOOONG CHAPTER! GRAB YOUR COFFEE!

I awake in a dark place. Oh my! How could I have fallen asleep? Caspian needed me to be alert! He was injured and - Where is he now? Where am I? I sit up and survey my surroundings. It's dark. It all appears to be made of rock. I am inside a cave.

"Caspian? Caspian? Where are you?" There is no answer. I begin to panic. This can't be the work of Tarvell. If it were, I would be home and he would be torturing me with his mock sweetness. But how did I get in this cave? And why isn't Caspian answering me?

I see light coming from somewhere and follow it. I hear footsteps. My heart quickens, and I become silent. Is this Caspian or Tarvell?

"Yes, love? Did you call?" I am relieved at the sight of my dear lover. He is wet and shirtless for some reason but I don't care. I notice he has no scars from the arrows. I throw my arms around his neck and kiss him.

"Oh, Caspian! What happened? Where were you?"

"Aslan healed me last night while you were asleep. I decided not to wake you, thought you could use the rest. I carried you here. I'm sorry I couldn't think of a better place to go than a cave. You deserve better. I would've told you where we were going, but I thought it best if Tarvell had as few minds to read as possible."

I smile, "Caspian, that was perfectly clever of you. There are no windows or anything here. Not even the stars can see us."

"Those were my thoughts. But still, it's nothing splendid. And do be careful of that spot over there." Caspian points down a good way into the cave on the left side. "It looks as if the rock formation is particularly weak there. It could cave in and bring part of the ceiling with it. I don't think it's a large threat as long as we avoid that place. If it caves the rest of the cavern is sturdy enough to remain standing. I wish I had a better plan. All I can think to do now is wait. We can stay hidden here until the end of winter when we will go back to my crew and set sail for Narnia, where you and I will be wed if you wish."

"I do wish we could have my father's blessing. But I will be happy to marry you, even if it is against my father's will. I must do what Aslan says. I honor Him above my father. He has willed our unity and it is entirely up to Him to bring about Father's acceptance if He chooses to do so."

"Thank you, Amora. You are willing to sacrifice so much," he kisses me in such a way that nearly causes my knees to buckle.

"It's all for Love, dear. Love for Aslan and Love for you. Did you not say it is our greatest weapon?"

"It is. But I cannot take credit for those words. Aslan told them to me in a dream the night you came to the camp. It was a strange dream but extremely timely."

"You saw Aslan and didn't tell me?"

"Well, we haven't really had much time to sit and have a good chat, dear." He smiles at me. "I've been fishing. I will tell you everything over a meal if you like."

I hadn't realized how hungry I was until the mention of food. "Yes, I would love that."

Caspian takes my hand in his and leads me outside into the afternoon. He explains everything that happened in his dream and I listen intently. Then we talk a while about everything and nothing all at once.

This place is beautiful. I have never been to this part of the island. There are trees surrounding us and a river flows nearby. We should have everything we need here, a place to wash, food, firewood, and a marvelous view.

"This really is a lovely place, Caspian."

"I'm glad to know it pleases you, my love."

"May I ask you something?"

"Of course."

"Where is your shirt?" Not that I mind seeing him without it.

"I forgot it. I was more concerned with getting here. It was hopelessly bloodstained anyway."

"That won't lead them to us will it?"

"It shouldn't. I don't so much mind if they know where we've been, as long as they don't know where we are. It's a risk leaving it, but I feel it would be a greater risk to go back for it."

"I see your point. The food is good."

"Thank you. Do you know how to spearfish?"

"I'm afraid not. I don't even know how to swim."

"We shall remedy all that, my love. You must know how to swim before I will feel comfortable taking you on a voyage."

And so we did. I've spent the last three weeks learning many new things. I've learned how to build fires, hunt wild game using only a sharp stick, climb trees, swim, fish and most importantly, I learned some new things about my lover. It has been wonderful getting to know him personally, without the added stress of Father & Tarvell or Caspian having to see about his men. Indeed, I've learned much.

Caspian is much like my mother was, as they are both completely human. Mother was always cold around this time of year. I've noticed Caspian is as well. Father would always build her a fire or call me into their bedroom for what mother would call "snuggle time." Stars, even in their human form, are always much warmer than humans, so snuggle time seems to work well. It helps Caspian stay warm.

Yes, it has been a good three weeks so far. But I am ready to sail away to Narnia now and be united with my lover forever.

We've spent three weeks searching for my bride and that wretched Telmarine! THREE BLASTED WEEKS! All we've found is his bloodied shirt! He could've at least been kind enough to leave a blood trail! The wretched old fool has been a blubbering idiot for the past few weeks wondering what has become of "his baby." I am completely worn out. I've been using my arts to hunt them down, but it's no use! They must be too far out of reach. Oh wait! What's this?

I hear Amora's thoughts. She's worried about her father. Finally she's close! I try to see whatever it is she's seeing at the moment. Perhaps, this will give me a clue as to her whereabouts. Blast! I'm so exhausted! I can't concentrate. I've used my sorcery so much I'm drained. I muster up the strength. I catch a glimpse. Darkness. Rocks. Caspian. A cave! It must be a cave. That one! It has to be that one. It's close. But they are deep into it. I must convince the old fool we should search there. I will him to think of it.

"Tarvell, let us search that cave. He may have seen fit to drag my baby there! Ready your sword and I'll ready an arrow."

"Yes, Father. You are so wise to think of such!"

We enter the cave as quietly as possible and travel a long way. Ramandu is starting to think we should search somewhere else. I will him to keep searching here. I hear a voice. The Telmarine. I can't quite make out what he's saying. No matter. In a matter of minutes he won't be saying anything. I begin to tremble as I realize he is praying. For Ramandu. Aslan's power is much stronger than mine! I can't allow this! I can't stop it either.

"-please Aslan. We ask that you break Tarvell's power over Ramandu-"

No! NO! NO! THIS CAN'T BE HAPPENING!

"-and help him to know the truth. We want Your will to be done."

I round the corner, sword ready, and Caspian stands to his feet positioning himself between me and Amora.

"Father! Please!" Amora screams. "Don't let him hurt Caspian!"

"Move out of the way, Telmarine! Give me my bride!"

"You'll have to kill me first. She isn't your bride," he says matter-of-factly.

I look for any hint of fear in Caspian's heart. Maybe I can increase it and make him too afraid to stand against me. There is no fear; only an unwavering faith in Aslan and a burning love for Amora.

"As you wish, Telmarine." I raise my sword in order to strike the death blow. I start to bring it down. Amora screams and I feel a sharp pain in my arm. I drop my sword and scream, for there's an arrow in my arm. I look to the old fool.

"What is this?" Ramandu booms. I'm losing power over him. I'm too weak to regain control of him. He won't believe me over what he sees with his own eyes. I'll have to depend on my natural charm.

"Father, why have you-"

"Don't call me 'Father'! Why is Amora unharmed if the Telmarine is such a beast? And why is he calling on Aslan? Telmarines don't believe in Him! Someone answer me!"

"She is unharmed because I love her with all my heart and would never hurt her," says the wretch, "and I called on Aslan because I do believe in Him, for He is the only help I know."

"Father, please," says Amora. "Please listen. Tarvell has been using you. He's a sorcerer. He wants to-"

"The Telmarine is the sorcerer! Not I! He has the girl under a spell!"

"Sorcerers never call on Aslan, not even in mockery, for He would surely break their power," the old fool counters.

Blast! I was hoping he wouldn't know that! Why didn't I read his mind first?

Ramandu prepares to fire another arrow at me. I remember the ropes I have with my arrows. I call them up and use my arts to tie up the girl, the Telmarine, and the star at once.

Tarvell is furious now. I can't stop him.

Aslan please! Please don't let him have Amora! Please! Give me the wisdom and strength to stop him! Please do something!

"No one here has any power except me," Tarvell says in a condescending tone. "Aslan cannot save anyone. This world will soon belong to me and all the children I will have with this beautiful young star." He walks over to Amora. I struggle against my ropes as Tarvell continues. "Though you can't kill a star I would imagine you can leave one tied up in a cave forever, so farewell to you, Father. Humans are all too easy to kill, so good riddance to you, Telmarine." I look up and notice another weak spot in the rock formation of the cave. I know exactly what to do the instant my ropes break.

Oh, Aslan! Please let these ropes break! PLEASE!

"I suppose I will give you all one more demonstration of my power before I do away with you. I will prove my point that I am all powerful and Aslan is no greater than a house cat." He stands my dear Amora to her feet and kisses her violently. Ramandu shouts his protest and Amora cries and screams while Tarvell begins to tear at her dress.

ASLAN, PLEASE! WE NEED YOU NOW!

I continue to fight these ropes. They cut into my skin and I bleed but it doesn't matter. Only my Love matters and Tarvell is about to destroy her!

Amora's fear turns to rage and fire engulfs her entire body. She had warned me this would happen if she were ever greatly upset. It won't harm Tarvell though, as he is also a star. I feel the Wind again. I know it's Aslan! I feel pure strength coursing through my veins. The Wind blows a spark of fire on my ropes which causes them to weaken enough for me to break them.

Tarvell is too busy preparing to violate my lover to notice me. I hit him causing him to release the blaze that is Amora. I grab him and run with all my strength.

"You must know that Love is always accompanied by sacrifice. For there is no greater lover than one who is willing to lay down his life for his beloved. How much are you willing to lose for Love's sake, Caspian?"

I watch as Caspian runs. I have calmed enough that the fire is gone and I wrap Caspian's cloak around me. (My dress wasn't meant to withstand fire.) I have no idea where he's running with the near unconscious Tarvell until I look up at the other end of the cave. Another weak spot!

"CASPIAN, NO!

Caspian slams his and Tarvell's combined weight into the weak spot in the cavern causing the wall and a large part of the ceiling to cave in on them. In an instant I can no longer see them, only a heap of large rocks. I tie the cloak and untie my father. "Help me dig!" I say frantically.

"What just happened?" Father says in shock.

"Love. The greatest love there is. We must dig, and pray that Caspian is still living."

Three hours later we find them both. Tarvell is dead and Caspian appears to be close behind him. Blood streams down his face and many of his bones are visibly broken.

"Caspian! Please! Please say something! Please!" I cry. His breathing is labored and his chest doesn't look right. Broken ribs. Father tries to comfort me but it's no use. My Love is dying.

"Father, is there anything you can do to save him?"

He gives me a sorrowful look. "Not without the juice of the fire-flower I'm afraid."

"The fire-flower? It grows in the mountains of the sun, correct? How many do you need to heal him?"

"I only need one."

"I'll be back with two just in case!" I begin to go to the cave's exit.

"Amora! You're only half-star! You can't expect to withstand the heat of the sun. The fire-flower is extremely rare. It would take twenty years just to find one of them. Any less would be nothing short of a miracle."

"Father, I have to go. Please pray for a miracle. I love you." I kiss my father on his cheek then I kneel by Caspian and kiss his lips, though I know he can't feel it.

"Please stay with him until I return."

"You really do love him."

"Yes, with all my heart, Father."

"Go. I will watch over him. If he lives you have my blessing on your marriage."

I smile through my tears and kiss my father again. "Thank you, Father. Goodbye."

I take to the heavens in search of the fire-flower.

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