Adventures in Narnia

February 13, 2021

Prompt: In Narnia, the Stars tell the truth. Roonwit said, "I know by my art that there have not been such disastrous conjunctions of the planets for five hundred years. [...] last night the rumour reached me that Aslan is abroad in Narnia. Sire, do not believe this tale [...] The stars never lie, but Men and Beasts do." Tell a tale of when the stars and rumors disagreed, and how it was resolved.

A/N: Sorry this is so bad. I was really busy today (see previous author's note). I apologize in advance.

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BrokenKestral: Ok, thanks for clearing that up. I'm trying really hard to write everyday so this story is more for me. And thank you! The people of Calormen are very stubborn.

Disclaimer: You know what I don't own? This. But you know what I do own? Nothing!


Once upon a time there was a lion. This lion was very different from other lions, for this lion was from a faraway land called Narnia. In Narnia, the animals could speak, though even animals from this world can speak, humans just forgot how to listen. This lion went by the name Anjou. Anjou was a very young lion, the youngest in his pride, but our story does not concern them. Our story concerns young Anjou and a meerkat by the name Guinea. Guinea and Anjou were the best of friends, it was rare to see one without the other. This day was just like any other day in the tropical grasslands that the protagonists called home, but a very rare occurrence occurred. On this day, near the start of the new year, in the year 898, the good friends were walking near the oasis when they saw, most unusual, a centaur. And next to the centaur was a cheetah. The cheetah, named Grindel, was a council member to King Gale IV. Grindel lived in the great castle along with the King and Queen, but he often visited the grasslands. Anyways, back to the story. It appeared that the centaur and cheetah were arguing about something very important. Anjou and Guinea were brave, but stupid. They approached the two. When they were within earshot of the arguers they heard what they were speaking of, without being spotted, luckily.

"You must understand, Grindel, the stars told me…" started the centaur.

"To Calormen with what the stars told you! I heard a rumour-" began Grindel.

"-And that's exactly what it is! A rumour! A silly little rumour!" the centaur cut him off.

"But why would one lie about seeing Aslan, Glenwell? He is the One that represents all Good," said the cheetah.

"I do not know. What I do know, however, is that Men and Beasts lie. The stars, on the contrary, do not. As I watch the stars I have noticed that Alambil and Tarva are the furthest they have ever been, and they appear to be dim!" Glenwell seemed outraged, "It saddens me to think that there will no longer be peace in Narnia. Tarva only appears bright when those loyal to Aslan will be victorious. But have you not noticed, O Cheetah? It is getting cold! I nearly need a winter coat! In the month of Greenroof, at that! It is most curious, don't you think, that we shiver in the summer."

"Why, you are correct, Prophet Glenwell. We do shiver in the summer! You don't think…" Grindel trailed off.

"Oh, no. That cannot be. The tree still stands. Though it makes one think…" said Glenwell.

"Well, why not? It could always be."

"I suppose you are correct, Cheetah. I, however, feel that we should discuss this in a more… private, location."

"I think that to be a wonderful idea. I know an uninhabited cave a littles ways away from here," offers Grindel.

The two make their way to the cave near the big tree by the cliffs. Anjou looked worriedly to Guinea.

"Why, Guinea, you don't suppose something bad is going to happen, do you?" asked the young lion.

"Did you not hear Cheetah, Grindel? He said that Aslan is here! This is wonderful news," responded the meerkat.

"I did hear!" Anjou replied, indignantly. "He also said it was a rumour. Rumours are not always true, you know."

"I still think we will be fine, but go ahead and worry. I won't stop you."

Anjou merely humphed. "Mother says I am too young to worry. Speaking of Mother, I should get back to the gorge. I'll see you tomorrow, Guinea?"

"Of course, my friend."

Anjou ran back to the gorge that everyone knows belongs to the lions.

Sadly, the two friends never got to see one another until they both passed into Aslan's Country. That is because it became so cold that one could see their breath. Anjou's pride had to leave so as to not freeze. Guinea, too, had to evacuate to warmer lands with his gang. The beasts were never able to see their birth homes again.

Fin.


A/N: I know. This is horrible. You don't have to tell me. I should probably tell you that I finished writing this at 10:00 pm and my mom (who usually proof reads my writing) was already asleep, so there are probably a bunch of mistakes. As always, please provide constructive criticism. I thank you in advance.

Yours truly,

reider52