Chapter 14
A/N: Here is another chapter. Enjoy!
I stood on the balcony of my room, gripping the railing and trying to keep the tears a t bay. The council had informed us that giants from Ettinsmoor were trying to breach the northern borders of Narnia. Hearing this Peter had Edmund had decided that they would take an army to meet the giants and protect the creatures of Narnia who dwelled close to the northern borders. Susan and Lucy were to stay in Cair Paravel. I was to go back Lumenia. I wanted to go to the north with Edmund and Peter but I knew it was my sacred duty to guard the wand.
I had only been back for what seemed a couple of days but was in fact weeks. It wasn't fair to be ripped apart from my home. I hated myself because I knew I was wining and only had myself to blame for the mess I was in. Of course I had to keep reminding myself that I would only be gone for a week and then I could join the kings and their army.
Of course another problem was Prince Rabadash who, from his letter, seemed extremely put off on having to wait at least six more months until he could visit Narnia.
I slid down the balcony, my back against the stone. I laid my head back letting myself soak up the last of Narnia's summer sun. I opened my eyes a few moments later to see Edmund leaning against the door frame.
'' How long have you been standing there Ed.''
He simply shrugged his shoulder and stated, '' Long enough.'' He sat down beside me and I put my head on his chest as he played with my hair. I sighed in contentment as we sat there until the sun set and the moon and the stars came out bringing the cool night with them.
'' Peter and I-we're leaving tomorrow.'' I snuggled deeper into him, my lips touching his pulse point. I smiled as it speed up.
'' I know.''
'' You have to leave tomorrow also.''
'' Yes ,just for a week. Then I'll ride north to join you.''
'' No.'' His voice was hard and had a commanding tone. I sat up.
'' You cannot command me Edmund. I am not one of your knights.''
'' I didn't mean it like that.'' His eyes looked pleading but I did not back down.
'' Then what did you mean?''
His hands clutched my shoulders as he answered me, '' I cannot be in battle knowing that you're out there to. It would be too distracting, and if you got hurt.. I.. I would never forgive myself.''
'' Edmund I can take care of myself. Besides those giants- well that could never hurt me, never touch me. You wouldn't have to worry about me.''
He began trace the scar along the column of my neck down my collarbone, to the start where the knife had scratched me with its poison. '' Please promise me you'll ride straight for Cair Paravel when the week is over.'' My mind was hazy as he gently kissed me, still tracing the scars over and over again.
Breathless I replied, '' Yes.'' I slowly pulled back from him, '' As long as you promise to come back safely.'' He gave a curt nod before pulling me back for another kiss.
When air was necessary we both pulled back,'' You don't know how long I've wanted to do that.'' I smiled as he spoke his warm breath fanning my face sending shivers down my spine.
'' Then why didn't you?'' He gave me a pointed look.
'' Oh yes, I was gone for a year wasn't I. I'm sorry.'' I rested my head on his chest again.
Before I feel asleep I heard him whisper,'' There is nothing to forgive.''
The next morning I had packed my bags and put them on the saddle. '' Are you sure you wouldn't rather ride with Edmund, Philip?''
'' No my lady. His majesty has given me orders to make sure that you reach your destination safely.''
I patted his neck, '' Very well.'' I looked around as two other horses were being saddled and weapons were being sharpened, and families were saying goodbye. '' Wait here Philip. I have to say goodbye.'' He shook his mane as I jogged up the stairs of Cair Paravel.
All four monarchs were in the council room. Crowded around the table going over maps and plans. I cleared my throat. '' Anna!'' Lucy, now out of bed, ran up and hugged me.
She looked down at my sword and dagger strapped to my waist, '' You're leaving. So soon?''
'' I have to. I have come to say goodbye.'' Lucy hugged me tighter. Then it was Susan who hugged me just as tight. Peter kissed my hand before hugging me and wishing me luck.
Edmund did the same before whispering,'' Be careful.'' I brushed my lips against his cheek before nodding.
I stepped back and bowed, '' I hope that you have a successful campaign my kings . So that you may return home quickly. Until then I will miss all of you.'' I bowed once again before exiting the room and making my way to Philip
Philip raced to the frozen waterfall and by noon we were there.
I kissed Philip as he rested, '' Thank you Philip. You truly are a magnificent steed.''
He bowed his head,'' Thank you my lady.''
'' I will see you in a week then.'' I walked to the Cliff's edge before jumping off. I had forgotten how cold the water was and I gasped as I went through the rushing water fall and through the pool to Lumenia. I shivered as I caught my breath and my hands clawed into the snow.
' Welcome back Anna.' I looked up to see the great golden dragon shining in the sun.
'' Aurelia it's good to see you again old friend.'' I hugged her snout as she circled her tail around me giving me warmth. '' I have missed you.''
'' As I have you, little one.''
'' Have there been any more attacks?'' I glanced up at the glow, miles off, coming from the wand.
'' Few and far in-between. Their numbers are getting scarce. ''
'' I suspect they are focusing their numbers in the north, allying themselves with the giants.'' Aurelia gave a rumble. '' I have so much to tell you Aurelia.''
'' I know you do Anna.''
A/N: Man that was a lot of fluff even for me. I hoped you guys liked it because you do not know how awkward it was writing that much fluff. Anyways please please please please review. I love getting them!