WARNING: And one again, I warn unto thee, the extreme dangers of rape which lie in this story.
Slow Burn
Chapter 25: Choking Fate
Marek followed the Faerie cautiously into the forest where her people make their home. He was all too aware of her smirk when she glanced back approvingly at him. It was no secret that he'd had his share of fun over the years, but to even think that he could be attracted to a Faerie! It was revolting! How she even think that he would stoop so low? The way Adriana shamelessly flirted with him was bad enough, but did she have to walk like that, and wear such short dresses too?! Blue didn't even look good on her to begin with. Well, what little there was of it, anyway.
"So Marek... Tell me about yourself."
"I think it's best if we continue walking, and search for Sarah as we were instructed."
"Nonsense!" She was still walking, but had slowed to match his gait now. "We can still look for her. There's no need to be all professional now, no one else is here." She sidled up next to him, almost touching him, but not quite.
"Miss, I think you are mistaken. We must find the King and Goblin Queen at all costs. Nothing is more dear to me than my service to the High King and Queen."
"Oh," Adriana stopped walking, and turned to face him. "Have I done something to upset you?"
"No."
Her face was closer to his now, and she moved to kiss him. The moment her lips touched his, she was shoved violently backwards. She lost her balance and fell.
"How dare you shove me!" Using her wings to help her up, Adriana was quick to regain her balance.
Marek was unphased, as he ran a hand swiftly through his long blonde strands. "How dare you assume so much..." He turned his back on her.
'Hmmph, it's no matter anyway!' She thought. 'Soon I'll be Queen, and I'll be rid of all of you! And there's nothing you can do about it! I'll be sure that you are among the first to go...'
The mismatched pair continued to journey on in silence. Every time Marek thought he heard someone crying for help, Adriana would assure him that it was some manner of woodland creature. Nothing much got solved. But he could swear he kept hearing someone screaming in agony...
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She could not have missed Jareth more, than at this moment, as her father-in-law slid in and out of her, using her like a practice doll. His silver hair trailed over her breasts, tickling them just as Jareth's once did. This was not the kind and gentle love-making of her husband, however. It was the brutal and malicious force of cold-blooded rape. As she looked up at his youthful face, she could not believe that she had once found him slightly attractive. He looked just like Jareth in the face.
It took him much longer to complete the task this time, and Sarah hated him for it! Why did he have to be so slow? She wondered just how much longer he was planning to keep her here. She had to get out; had to go home. But there was no way out, and she knew it. All she could do was close her eyes tight, and wish for this to be over, for her torment to stop. How many times had he raped her now? Four? Five? She couldn't remember.
"Please just stop!" She begged, even though his breathing was getting heavier, and he was gasping for air. To Sarah's extreme surprise, he did stop. But not before emptying himself into her once more.
He still loomed dangerously over her, when they both saw the first sunlight either had seen for what seemed like ages. An invisible door swung open, and there stood a girl wearing a short blus dress and dragonfly wings. At her side was a very handsome looking Fae. At first Sarah had thought it was her husband, but his face was all wrong, and his hair flat upon his head, not spikey like Jareth's. Although he did still have the same carefree tendrils that fell over his shoulders so deliciously... In any case, Sarah was just glad to be free from her nightmare at last. Arranging her dress quickly, before anyone could see her humiliation, Sarah stood up, but her knees felt like jello.
"Er... Sarah, could you let me go?" She hadn't even realized that she had been hugging Adriana, clinging to her tightly.
Emabarassed, Sarah complied. "How did you know where to find me?"
"We heard someone screaming for help as we were walking through the forest," A cute blonde Fae said.
Sarah was confused. "And you are...?"
"My name is Marek, and I have been sent by Queen Penelope to assist in finding you both. 'Tis a pleasure to meet you at last, my Queen."
"Oh," Feeling faint, she pressed a hand to her forehead as she leaned against the wall. "So Jareth didn't send you then..." 'He really doesn't care!'
"I assure you that King Jareth was most worried for your safety, indeed. In fact, he is out searching for you at this very moment."
"That's a relief."
All the way back to the palace, Sarah could feel Xithieron's cold eyes on her as she talked with Marek. Adriana led the way, followed by the others. She knew the instant Sarah said anything about her saying she was pregnant with the Goblin King's child, that she would be done for. Her whole plan would be exposed; ruined. But hopefully she was still so upset from being kidnapped that she wouldn't think to speak of it for just a little while longer...
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Sirion had been trying to call on Jareth for at least two full hours! Where in all the hells was he?! A flare of crimson sparked overhead, and there was an explosion somewhere nearby. Arrows were thrown, cannons were fired, it was a total and complete mess!
"If this is the way Goblins fight there may not be much hope for this kingdom anyway!" Sirion commented to one of the Goblins, who stood to his left.
"What you imply?" The little Goblin with the squeaky voice who sat drunkenly next to him asked, while taking another swig of ale. He narrowed his eyes at the King's replacement.
"That you are weak! And incapable of timing your attacks pecisely. A failure on all accounts." He growled impatiently. "Where is Jareth?!" The Goblin only looked at him, and blinked.
He'd never meant for there to be a war. Jareth's reign couldn't end yet. Not like this.
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Just when they neared the edge of the forest, Sarah saw Adriana turn around sharply.
"Ssshh..." She put a finger to her lips. "Do you hear that?" Everyone else just shook their heads. "It is the sound of your death!"
With a fierce grunt, the Faerie charged Sarah, her intentions now made clear. Soon she felt hands around her throat, cutting off her air supply. Her world spun, as vicious obscenities were fluing at her. But they fell on deaf ears, for she was too far gone to care.
"Leave her be!" It was Marek's voice that finally broke through, as she felt a weight pulled off her. Sarah's lungs gasped for air, and she clutched at her chest. "You vile scoundrel! I knew you were up to no good the moment I first laid eyes on you! Were I not in the service of the King, I would take great pride in disposing of you myself!"
He felt Xithieron hold him back, as the Faerie ran off into the woods. "Let her go. We have been through enough as it is." He eyed Sarah, daring her to say anything. When she did not, he continued. "Let us be on our way."
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As if by some unseen force, all of the Faerie soldiers were drawn back into the forest, just as mysteriously as they came. Sirion knew what he had to do. He needed to find the Goblin King, and fast! He ordered some of the Goblins to watch the throne, and quickly transported himself to the palace of the High King and Queen.
"Queen Penelope," His words came in ragged and shocked gasps. "I... I need... to talk... to you... I... please..."
"Slow down, Sir Knight," She said, addressing him by his title, and conjuring a glass of water. "Drink this. It's alright, there's no need to talk now." When his breathing evened out, she asked him. "Now... What is it?"
"Your Highness... There are forces plotting against us! The Faeries marched from the depths of the Faerie Forest today, and attacked the Goblin Kingdom. Luckily, they weren't able to make it through the Labyrinth, but most of them didn't attempt it. With all due respect, your son's army is a gross waste of time! They cannot hold their own against this enemy."
"Calm down. I am sure you overreact. Jareth will be home soon. I am certain he will be more than happy to see you arrive safely. Have a seat, Sirion."
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A/N: Wow, lots of stuff going on in this chapter. Sorry it's so short, but I managed to get in alot of content in very few words. IDK how I did that, but yeah. Hopefully that did not offend anyone. And trust me when I say that I edited the scene between Xithieron and Sarah ALOT! The original was WAAAAAAY worse and WAAAAY more detailed. So you should be thankful I edited out the details, and the worst part... But it's over now. There are still alot of mysteries that remain to be solved, however. And don't worry, Adriana doesn't go unpunished, I promise! Just biding my time... Trust me, it gets a little bit better from this point on. I even get my chance to weasel in a ballroom scene, heheheee... And now, I got to go write the next chapter! PLEASE R&R!!! I only got one review for the last chapter so far. Maybe everyone hates me for putting in that... um... rape scene thing. Oh well, too bad. At least it's over now so we can get on with the rest of the story (::sigh of relief::). Alright, thanks to all of you for reading, and I love you Miru88 thank you for having the courage to review that last chapter!
-Kaline Reine