"Morning soldiers"
"Morning sorcerer Caspian"
Ahhh yeah, Did I forget to mention the name of the royal magic ass? Caspian.
We had a practice scheduled at five a.m and nope, my hangover was still there, knocking my focuses and giving me a wrecked up face. But no problem, everything's still under control. I just had to swallow all the pain and demonstrate what the rivenator here can do. After all, a hero has to be ready in all circumstances. You're gonna tell me that Spiderman never got pissed or that superman was a celibate?
Oh crap, I'm completely screwed I'm even talking about Earth cartoons…
"As many of you know the day is almost here and we gotta give everything to make sure the magical dimension doesn't get poisoned by those wicked witches again…Plus the water stars are still in Morgana's kingdom so we still have to get those in order to avoid them falling in the wrong hands"
"With all respect sir, what would happen if the water stars fell into the humans' hands?"
He let out a malicious chuckle:"Well, then they would eventually fall into the ancestral witches'ones too. They sealed a deal with humans that if they'd get the water stars they would let them rule the magical dimension with them, but we all know that's pure bluff. They just expect them to keep with their old magical trickeries, that's how they reached the witches, by then they'll give the access to Morgana's kingdom and the water stars get stolen. But I believe we don't have to worry about what ifs solider Santiago, in that case you wouldn't be working with us" He gestured his gloved hand to the numerous young wizards behind him.
"No. We wouldn't. Forgive me, sir"
"You are forgiven"
Oh come on, is this preschool?
"But remember gentleman, I didn't sign up to work with losers. If you don't think you're up for the challenge, then I believe this isn't your place"
"Everyone here has worked very hard to be where they're standing right now, Caspian, and most men have also given up a lot of things to find their place. We're all up for the mission" I state firmly.
He stepped a few meters until we were inches apart:" Sometimes those men shouldn't have left what they had behind because mistakes happen. They don't realize what they're heading to and then it's too late to get what they lost. There is no where I belong, a guy like you should know that you can never stay in the same place twice. The world keeps spinning, people change, evil charges, some are drowning in misery others overflowing with joy, yet nobody gets a place to stay permanently." The next words were spoken only for me to hear: "Didn't your childhood teach you that?" He stepped back and not giving me enough time to digest all the things said, I bet my face was blank and dumbed from the verbal shock, he shouted: "Now let's get started!"
Everyone begun to pair up and when my brain finally directed me move his surly voice interrupted me again:
"Rivendell!"
I rolled my eyes then turned around "It's Riven, sir"
"You're with me, now get your lazy ass here"
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"The next full moon is within two days girls, I hope you have yourselves prepared for it"
"Don't worry Miss Faragonda, the Earth and its humans will be safe and sound" Flora smiled
"Yeah and we're not gotta let those ugly old witches get away with the water stars!"
"Hold it Stella. Mrs.F, when will we expect the wizards attack?"
"In the Coroa Cavern of course, Musa, that's where they'll summon the witches to get into Nebula's kingdom and steal the water stars"
"Does Nebula know where they're hidden? I mean when Morgana gave up her crown she already had the stars right?"
"Indeed, Bloom. Don't worry, Nebula's all paired up with the situation. It's all up to you to avoid they get in to it"
"Okay Miss Faragonda, we're going to set up a strategy now" Layla affirmed.
"Good luck girls, I'll speak with you before the time arrives"
"Good bye Mrs. Faragonda"
Beep Beep
"It's yours Musa!" Tecna warned.
I reached the cell phone and got a text from him.
Morning doll,
I was wondering if you'd like to have brunch downtown?
I had an amazing night, miss you
Lucas
"So are you going to join him?"
"What if I do, Tec? It's my life."
"I know it's your life, I'm just saying we have a mission to deal with"
"Oh I'm sure you can handle this one without me" I started to get dressed.
"Muse, didn't you listen to Mrs. F? This stitch is major, if the water stars fall into the wizards hands we might get a second round with those witches! Don't you remember the Obsidian?"
Flashback
"Riven the key!" He speeded towards the Obsidian portal
"Riven no, where are you going?!"
As he reached the portal he pulls the key quickly from the lock: "Excuse me but I-" A foot cut his words sending him into the dark sharp ground.
"What's got into you?"
"Nice kick, Sky. But you're too late!" He lifts the golden small object in his fingers.
"No, Bloom!" He turns around to see his lover being trapped with sharp rocks into the other side of the dimension.
"Sky! Behind you!" At the red head's warning he turned around only to face Riven's magenta sword towards him and he replies the attack with the same speed as it started.
For a few moments everything around me dived into silence. Forgetting my surroundings and the screams I ran towards Sky and my demented specialist. As he raised his sword to stab his friend I jumped into it without thinking twice. He'd hurt Sky, deep down I knew he'd regret it, he didn't want that..but what happened to him?
I felt the sharp hot laser weapon across the edge of my belly, creating a wound. It hurt, I felt it pulsing and the blood oozing to my back, but that pain was nothing compared to the one installed in my chest. In my heart.
"Musa…Musa!"
The screams were muffled and I could only hear the intense cardio beats in my ears. With all the strength I had left I raised my dead weight on my elbows and stare at those violets eyes which were no longer bright and alive, but dark and empty.
"Riven, why did you do it my love?"
And I fell into the darkness with the picture of my boyfriend's face whom I no longer knew…
End of flashback
I shook my thoughts away and get back to my closet.
"Yeah I do" I spit as I take off my jacket with much more force than the usual.
"Then you do understand that this is really important"
I let out a tired sigh and turned to Tecna: "Come on, it's just brunch, it won't take too long. Please Tec, I'm so happy" I look at her with my most innocent face.
"Alright…but you better be quic-uff" I cut her with a big hug taking all the air from her lungs.
"Okay, I will! OH and cover for me please!"
"You know that at some point they'll figure it out"
"But until then let's keep it down" I gave her another hug.
"Muah!"I emphasize my kiss on her pale cheek: "You're the best"
"Yeah, yeah get out of here!"
I grin like a dork as I leave the bedroom door.
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"Aghhh"
"I didn't know you liked the floor so much, Riven"
I get up from the dry grass and grab the three pocket daggers behind my back and lance them straight to him in seconds, but suddenly he vanishes as fast as I threw them.
"Pathetic"
My head was heaving and pounding and my vision a little blurred. Some of his movements are caught up very slowly in my brain which is reflected on my attacks.
"You know… Caspian.."I called between erratic breaths: "why don't you wizards man up and face us directly. Fist to fist"
"Are you tired of getting slapped by some tricks"
"No"
Yes
"I just thought maybe you guys have small knowledge in physical combat, you cannot always expect your magic can save your butt always." I smirked.
"So you wanna fight huh boy?"
I shrugged: "Are you sacred, Caspian" And just as I predicted I launched himself at me and dodged with ease. Hey maybe my brains weren't that drunk…
He turned around to punch me but I grabbed his fist and twisted his arm.
"(1) Never let your opponent anticipate your battle moves" I quoted as I smiled victorious.
"You're right" He disappeared from my arms and, in a flash, he kicked me in the back: "But Nabu isn't the only wizard who knows the tactics"
He knew Nabu?
As I try to get up e presses a foot in my ribcage: "You disappointed me Riven, I know you have great potential. You just seem…distracted" I gave me a pity fake look and took his boot out of my chest:" Get your head in the game, boy. We both know many from your team won't last here"
What on Dragon's name does he mean?
As I got into the locker rooms I took off the sweaty dark blue outfit and went to take a cold shower. As the chilly liquid dripped through my sore muscles and cooled my brains Caspian's words begun echoing in my mind.
"Didn't your childhood teach you that?"
" Get your head in the game, boy. We both know many from your team won't last here"
This guy seemed to be way ahead of my life to make such comment. Did he know my parents? Did Saladin say anything to him? Why is he betting that much on me?
Because you're not a loser. You're good, you have potential he told you himself remember?
But it still didn't justify his remark about the others not lasting for long. I do recognize my capabilities and let's face: I am superb in battle, but that doesn't mean everyone around is a completely waist, well never better than me, but any who… That dude has a trick on his sleeve.
"But Nabu isn't the only wizard who knows the tactics"
And we also had Nabu…Did he know him as well? Was Nabu his apprentice? But he never told me abo..
"Hey man I'm leaving!" The hard splash of the water against the marble floor and the heavy steam in the air suppressed his words
"What?"
"I'm going out for brunch with my girl" I closed the tap and wrapped my towel around my wet torso.
"Same gal? It's really getting serious isn't it?"
"Well we've only been on a date but trust me man, this chick is not for a quick"
"Smooth with words as always"
"You bet" He chuckled and grabbed his bag.
"And how's the chick like?"
"Oh trust me nothing you haven't seen"
"Oh really?" I stared at him questionably.
"Believe me"
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"Hey!"
"Hey beauty" I was greeted by an unexpected but very welcoming kiss. "Did you sleep well?"
"With a night like that who could sleep a wink? Unfortunately that wasn't the reason of my sleepless night but it could work.
"Glad to hear that you enjoyed it as much as I did" He reached my hand on the table and grabbed it tenderly.
"Musa, I'm not going to lie to you but after that night on Gardenia close to your club…I couldn't get my mind off you" At his words my heart was racing fiercely against my chest. He really liked me…
"You're beautiful, fun, sweet and incredible talented with that voice of yours" I kept on swinging with his voice and I swear there was a little sparkle in those golden eyes.
"I was wondering if you…wanted to make this" He gestured clumsily his hand to me and him:" official?"
Wow
That one I wasn't expecting…
Okay sure we've been on what…one date together? Too soon? Maybe. But I do believe in love at first sight and maybe this is what it was right? Ugh I think I choked with my own cheesiness. Hmm. Now not putting it on the fairytale side…hahah ironic cuz I'm a fairy, and getting into the realistic one:
Does he make me feel great? Sure does.
Do I like him? Yeah…
Isn't he the perfect medicine for..? Okay okay he is!
So…what can you lose?
"I do" And I seal my answer with a quick kiss.
Putting my heart on the table again.
(1) Nabu said those words to Riven on season 3's 22nd episode :) BTW the wizards don't know that Morgana gave up the throne to Nebula but don't worry, let the story flow ;)
Hey! I'm back and Summer's gone...what a bummer.
Lucas has made his move towards Musa! How will everybody react? Caspian is full of secrets and what's his thing with Riven? :O
Next chapter is Coroa's cavern people, let the battle begin B| or something like that...
Thank you so much for sticking with these, I know that my monthly updates are weak but I'm trying to move on with the story and get some time around here and I'm truly grateful with your patience and loyalty, you're the best.
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AladdinJasmine100