Cecelia was trembling with fear she hoped the stranger wasn't anything like the human who attacked her she tried to get up when he came closer but couldn't find the strength to do so.

"Please don't be alarmed no harm is meant" the Elf spoke.

"W-who are you"? Cecelia asked.

"I'm Prince Nuada Silverhand son of the ruler of Tuatha De Danann" He sat in front of her and bandaged her wounded knee she flinched slightly in pain but didn't try to get away.

"What is your name my lady"?

Cecelia looked into his large eyes she sighed she turned her gaze to her knee.

"Cecelia..sire". She said with a small voice.

When Nuada cleaned up her knee and face he stood up gentle and reached out his hand "My lady no one is ever going to hurt you again if you come with me".

Cecelia was unsure what to do trust this stranger? or leave?

"I'm taking you home" Nuada said kindly and reached out his hand once more

"But why would you help me"? Cecelia asked.

She couldn't believe The prince of all Fay would take her with him without trying to find out If she is really who she says she is. It felt so strange that this man Trusts a stranger so easily.

"I never turn my back on my people" Nuada said. "You are hurt I just can't leave you behind"

Cecelia felt peace in her heart knowing that she doesn't have to look any further for her kind she lifted her hand and placed it into his own,

he held it tight and pulled her upto her feet.

Nuada helped her walk and guided her to his horse and made his way to his home they remained silent for a few minutes as the horse galloped in full speed.

when they reached to the green hills he made the horse slow down so the horse can regain energy.

" So what were you doing alone far away from your tribe with that..thing" Nuada spoke breaking the silence.

Cecelia didn't really feel like answering she prefer to forget any interaction with humans

"It doesn't matter now im running away from an place that is no longer my home".

"And i do not wish to return let's keep it at that"Cecelia responded bitter

"As you wish my lady try to rest we got an long journey ahead of us".


They traveled very long distances the sun is warm and shined brightly waking her up and listened to the horse feet walking on the grass.

Cecelia looked around her surroundings the area was beautiful more green than back where he found her no trace of snow or ice the water was clear like crystal there were butterflies which was strange because it's winter she also spotted an colorful rainbow near the waterfall.

"Are we there my lord"?

"No my lady we will arrive in Tuatha D Danann tomorrow before sunset".

Cecelia nodded and tried to fall asleep when the horse had a break.

After hours Cecelia was half asleep she felt the horse legs move and sat up Nuada was walking holding the horse's reins.
Cecelia noticed a strange golden tree in the distance the leafs were covered with golden dust.

a few landed on her hand palm as the wind blew.

She got of the horse and made her way to the tree she looked at the symbol on Nuada's belt it resembles the tree alot.

"My lord? what kind of tree is that"?

"That tree is the symbol of our clan. also this tree marks the territory of the royal bloodline". Nuada spoke.

"Let's go my lady it won't be long until we arrive in our realm".

Nuada placed The Bethmoora Symbol from his belt against the tree and it made a new passage for them to go through cecelia held on to the horse she felt frightened when they went through a dark tunnel.

the wooden door closed behind them and small whitish blue lights lit up guiding their way out of the tunnel.

when they reached to the end Cecelia couldn't believe her eyes everything was magical many waterfalls high mountains the tips are covered with green.
little flower fairies with cute tulip hats were dancing on the plants.

Huge trolls arguing over apples. unicorns were spotted but moved away when they drank enough water.

"My lord where are we now"? Cecelia asked looking around.

"Home" Nuada said." my castle is not too far away from here".

Cecelia nodded and ran passed Nuada she was in awe with what she saw she knew she made her father Miach proud she could feel it in her whole body.

she no longer have to look for her kind she finally found Elf land she was alone in the forest and her journey was frightening especially during night time wild animals could have eaten her but the Gods looked after her well and have send Nuada on her path.

Her yourney has finally come to an end.

She stopped in her tracks and noticed lots of old willow trees their leafs were dancing in the wind she noticed one willow it had a face she came closer and the willow turned slightly and made eye contact

"Hello there" the willow greeted her.

" Oh gosh" Cecelia gasped in amazement.

" My lord look! look that tree it can talk".

"I know my lady the Magic remains in our world as long the magical creatures are among our forests". Nuada said.

Cecelia turned her gaze towards the tree she held her torn dress up and gave an small bow.

" pleased to meet you" she said.

The willow smiled and started humming an song moving her branches on the movement of the wind.
Nuada placed a hand on her shoulder making her look up let's head to back the castle before it becomes night.
we can explore further tomorrow morning.

she agreed and wanted nothing more than rest in a comfy bed.

minutes seemed like hours Cecelia dosed off a couple of times but awoke again the castle wasn't in sight still and it made her fuzzy.

when she lost all her patience and was about to complain the horse stopped at the end of the huge hill They finally arrived Cecelia's face lit up with you seeing the Castle in sight.

Nuada took her inside the Castle she hid behind Nuada when some Elves walked passed.

"What do you think"? Nuada asked

it's beautiful my Lord she said sleepily

"i'll take you to the guest room my Lady and soon i'll introduce you to my court".

Nuada opened an door of the guest room and let Cecelia go in.

"This your chamber for now". Nuada said

it is very big with huge windows with a beautiful carpets and curtains the walls are of marble it's so clean and tidy you can eat from the floor.

"Goodnight my Lady"

Cecelia looked behind her shoulder Oh sorry Goodnight my Lord I'll see you tomorrow.

"Rest as much as you want if you need something feel free to ask". Nuada said.

"Thank you my lord sleep well" Cecelia said bowing.

When the door closed she made her way to the bed she picked out a book from the book shelf.

she ate all the fruit that was on a golden tray she did feel slightly bad but she hopes Nuada would understand she was very hungry.

she made herself fall on the bed and got under the covers she read the book she picked out she didn't understand what was being said but did enjoyed watching the colorful pages in it.

Cecelia felt warm under the covers for once in ages the burning sound of the fire-place never sounded so great Cecelia was finally free and hopefully she can find her own place in the Elven Realm.

Author's note:

i hope you liked this Chapter and the willow scene was inspired by the talking willow tree in the movie Pocahontas it's always been my favorite disney movie.

xxx Light Gaia