Love is Just a Fantasy
Chapter 11
When they materialized at the gates of the Labyrinth, Sarah was confused and warm. What confused her was Toby's last remark to her right before she left, "…don't forget, the Goblin King is in love with you." His words rang in her ears.
The source of heat, Sarah found, was Jareth. He had his arms wrapped around her waist, and Sarah found she liked them there. That thought caused her to blush and involuntarily squirm. Jareth who hadn't even realized what he had done, felt her squirm, and instantly let go.
"I'm sorry, I didn't mean to…It's just…," Jareth searched for an answer as to why he was holding her. "I just didn't want you to get lost when we magicked out of your world."
"Oh," Sarah said, not wanting to sound too disappointed by his response. "Of course…how kind of you." An uncomfortable silence between the two followed after.
"Well, let's get you started. You now have ten hours to complete the Labyrinth," Jareth said to break the silence.
Sarah smiled and said, "It doesn't look that far."
Jareth laughed and replied, "It is farther than you can even imagine." With that, he transformed into an owl and flew off into the Labyrinth.
End of Chapter