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Chapter 9
Anvil - Turdas 8 of Rain's Hand of the 203 of the Fourth era
The sun was shining on the walled city of Anvil. Which is an important port city that is located on the shores of the Abecean Sea. This city had finished being rebuilt after being besieged and destroyed by the Thalmor in the great war.
On the balcony of a house in the wealthiest part of the city, Asia was watching the docks. She wore a light gray linen dress, in addition to wearing her bracelets and ring, on her feet she wore a pair of leather sandals. In her arms was Marie, who was wearing a little light blue dress. They both wore lighter clothes than they would wear in Skyrim. This was because the climate in this area was much warmer than in Skyrim.
"It's a nice day" Asia said as she watched a ship begin to dock. Don't you think Marie?
The little girl just blinked and then started laughing as she moved her arms from side to side.
The day after what happened in Evermore, she and Edzard had decided to return to Soledad in a wagon. Although they were able to fly on a dragon, they decided not to, as the icy wind currents could make Marie sick. The journey took them twenty days, arriving almost in the middle of the month of First Seed.
'When we got to Solitude it was funny to see Edzard go shopping like crazy for what Marie would need' Asia thought as she smiled.
Edzard had run like crazy buying everything from a crib to clothes, both for herself and Marie. She remembers almost fainting when she heard the total price of the clothes, as it was more than five thousand septims. She had received a pair of woolen and linen dresses, all richly embroidered, and for Marie Edzard she had bought several diapers and little linen and wool dresses, woolen and linen cloaks, as well as little fur capes.
However, she still remembers when her friends found out that they had adopted a daughter.
Flashback
It had been a week since they had arrived in Soledad from Evermore. It had been decided that Marie would sleep with them in the master bedroom. For that reason, Edzard had placed the crib and a new wardrobe in the room.
Edzard was currently taking care of Marie, while Asia was cooking lunch. By the time Asia finished cooking, Edzard had managed to make Marie fall asleep.
However, as they both ate lunch, they began to frantically knock on the door. Asia was startled by that; however, Edzard simply sighed and went to open the door.
"Who is it?!" Edzard yelled, grabbing the doorknob.
"Ed, it's me!" A voice Edzard recognized answered, so he opened the door.
But the moment he opened it, Edzard couldn't even say hello, as this person rushed into the house, followed by three others.
"Asia!" Was the shout of Fortunata, Serana, Laure and Aela who stampeded in.
Asia was frightened by the scream of her friends; However, she was not the only one, upstairs Marie was also awakened by screaming and began to cry. Hearing the crying and seeing that Asia was locked in with her friends, Edzard ran up the stairs in the direction of the master bedroom.
While Edzard went to see Marie, Asia sat next to the girls at the dining room table as they began to ask her about the latest rumors they heard.
"So, Asia, is it true that you and the Archmagi adopted a baby?" Asked a very enthusiastic Laure.
Asia nodded in response, which generated a squeak of joy from Laure and Fortunata, but also caused Aela and Serana to raise an eyebrow; however, both women smiled.
"My congratulations then" Serana commented smiling, she was very happy for both of them.
Aela nodded smiling, it was time for Edzard to start raising a family. She though she was also very happy because she had won the bet that she had made with Vilkas and Farkas on whether Edzard and Asia would have a child within two years of meeting.
"So, what is it like to be parents at your age?" Asked Fortunata.
"It's a bit harsh, but we're managing" Asia replied with a smile. Although it was hard being a mother at her age, after all she had no one to teach her how to be one, but for nothing in the world would she change the decision she made that day.
"And where is the little girl?"
The moment Laure asked, Edzard's footsteps could be heard coming down the stairs. When he got to the dining room he approached Asia's side and they could see that he was holding a small bundle in his arms.
"It's her?" Laure asked, approaching with the others to see the baby.
"Yes, this is Marie Argento Edzarddottïr" Edzard said proudly as he showed them his daughter "My daughter with Asia."
"Ahh, she's so cute!" Was the cry of Laure, which she approached and began to tug on Marie's cheeks, causing her to start crying.
Asia took Marie from Edzard's arms and began to rock her gently in an attempt to reassure her. What she accomplished after a while. With Marie now calm in Asia's arms, the questioning of the couple began.
"So where did they find her?" Fortunata asked as she sipped a cup of tea that Edzard had offered them.
"In the ruins of a farm near Evermore" Edzard replied.
That answer astonished those present and made them have more questions.
"Archmagi, what was the cause of the destruction of that farm?" Was the question asked by Laure.
Edzard didn't answer, he didn't want to.
"Ed, answer" Serana's voice was serious.
"The inhabitants of the farm were massacred by Thalmor agents" Edzard sighed.
The eyes of everyone who did not know this widened.
"The Thalmor?" Aela's voice held doubt "You're sure?"
Edzard nodded, causing outrage and anger in everyone present except Asia. She felt sadness and unconsciously brought her daughter closer to her body.
"Ed, what happened to that pointy-eared scum?" Anger was palpable in Aela's voice.
"Don't worry, they won't bother anyone again" Was Edzard's reply "I did not leave any of them alive."
Asia got up from her seat and placed a hand on Edzard's shoulder, who looked up and saw her with a small smile. Edzard tried to ask what was wrong, but Asia kissed him.
"Hey, don't provoke the poor" Laure spoke with lifeless eyes, for she still had no partner.
Asia and Edzard parted blushing, which caused the others to tease them, even Marie began to laugh.
"So, when was he born?" Asked Serana.
In response to the question, both Edzard and Asia denied, because they did not know the date and Edzard did not know any spell to find out.
"That reminds me, Laure, Fortunata. Could you deliver a letter to Tolfdir?" Edzard asked.
Both girls responded by nodding. Seeing the answer, Edzard went to his room and returned with a letter, which he handed to them.
After that they chatted all afternoon. At night Edzard and Asia offered them rooms to rest, because the next day they would all leave. Aela would return to Whiterun, Serana would go to Volkihar castle and Fortunata with Laure would return to Winterhold.
End of Flashback
A few days after the visit they received a letter from Tolfdir, in which he said that he would visit them soon. A few days after the letter arrived, Tolfdir came to the house and met Marie, he mentioned that the little she was born with great reserves of magic. Also, at Edzard's request, he cast a spell that allowed them to know exactly when the little girl was born. Thus, discovering that Marie was born on the eight of Hearthfire and that she had been born under the sign of the lady. This allowed them to know that when they adopted her she was already five months old.
"You're seven months old today" Asia commented as she watched Marie yawn "Looks like you already want to go to bed."
Saying that, Asia entered the room of the house where she was staying. This room was spacious with a double bed, a crib, a shelf full of books and two wardrobes, and unlike her house in Solitude, it was made of wood and not stone. The style of the house was similar to those in Italy at the time of the Renaissance, it also had two floors. On the first floor was the bathroom, the kitchen and a living-dining room, while the entire second floor was the bedroom.
Having already put Marie to rest in the crib, Asia walked over to the shelf and picked up a book. She then she lay down on the bed and started reading it.
While Asia and Marie were in the city of Anvil, Edzard was in the White and Gold Tower in the Imperial City. He had come quickly from Anvil thanks to him flying in Odahviing. The reason for his visit is that he had come with General Tulio, who had gone ahead to arrive earlier and prepare everything for the meeting that would take place here.
He was currently at that meeting. Meeting attended by all the generals of the legions and the Emperor Titus Mede II himself together with his heir, Prince Maxillien Mede.
"Are you sure of this? Edzard Legate" asked the general of the Third Legion.
"Yes, I learned it directly from one of the relatives of one of the higher-ups of the Thalmor."
"According to what you said, this elf led a group that destroyed a farm near Evermore" Came the distorted voice of the second legion general, who was stationed on High Rock and was present by means of a magical projection.
"Yes, after I tracked them down to a clearing a few kilometers from the attacked site, I had a direct confrontation with them" Edzard replied, looking the generals in the eye. "After defeating the entire group, I proceeded to read the elf's mind and there I learned the plans for a second invasion by the Aldmer into the Empire."
All the generals began to listen to Edzard, who began to tell what he had learned. When he finished speaking, those present realized that they did not have long before the Thalmor attacked.
"Your Majesty, we must begin to mobilize our troops" Said the General of the Fifth Legion.
"We can't do that, they would begin to suspect that we know their plans" Came the voice of the General of the First Legion.
"Then what should we do!" Wait for them to attack us ?!" Was the shout of the General of the Sixth Legion.
And so, a discussion began among the generals. Some agreed to begin mobilizing their troops, while others advised caution and wait to see if the elves made a move.
"Enough!" The room was silenced by the emperor's cry "You are behaving like brats!"
All the generals lowered their heads when they heard their emperor scream.
"Legate Edzard, you have done well to bring us this information" the emperor spoke, looking at Edzard "However, I must ask, do you have more information that you can provide us?"
Edzard smiled when he heard the emperor ask. Because he did have extra information, information that he received from Malborn just before leaving Skyrim.
"Yes, I have information that will allow us to quickly end the coming war."
Then Edzard began to count the reports he had received from Malborn. When those present heard it, they began to smile, because the information presented could turn the war around. After that revelation they began planning war against the Thalmor.
After the meeting, Edzard said goodbye to the generals and the emperor and his heir. Already being on the outskirts of the city he summoned Odahviing and flew back to Anvil. He arrived in town late at night. He quickly made his way to the house where he was staying and when he entered the room he could see Asia and Marie sleeping together in the same bed. This brought out a small smile and he silently changed his clothes and lay down next to the woman he loved and his beloved daughter.
Solitude - Tirdas 11 of Second Seed of 203 of the Fourth era
Asia was walking with her friends through the city. Today was a special day for her, because today she was turning fifteen. It was also her first birthday that she celebrated with friends.
"And Asia, how are you doing today?" Asked Fortunata.
"Very good. It's the first time I'm celebrating my birthday with friends" Asia replied with a smile "Although I wish Edzard and Marie were here."
"Easy, Edzard has off…er…ed to t…ake care of her wh…ile we walk" Laure's voice could not be heard well, as she was eating a sweet roll.
"Finish eating before you speak" Fortunata criticized her friend for her lack of manners.
"I suppose Marie has gotten more adventurous" Fridda commented "My mother mentioned that Gyda and me at that age were everywhere and threw tantrums about everything."
"Well, my sister did, I didn't" Gyda's voice had a mocking tone "But she's right, babies Marie's age start to get more boisterous."
Asia sighed, Gyda was right. From the time Marie was eight months old, she began to crawl and literally ventured to see the whole house. More than once she and Edzard had to prevent her from falling down the stairs or going straight to the fireplace. Those near misses caused Edzard to launch a small magic barrier in those places to prevent Marie from having an accident.
The girls spent the whole day walking around the city, trying on clothes, visiting jewelers and walking along the docks. When they returned to the manor it was already dark.
When they entered the manor, Asia was scared when she saw that everything was dark, but she was more scared when several balls of lights began to stick in all corners of the room, illuminating the entire room.
"Surprise!" Was the shout of several people.
Asia's eyes watered when she saw Vilkas, Farkas, Tolfdir, Jordis, Serana, and Aela.
"Happy birthday Asia!" It was the cry of all.
Overcoming the shock, Asia stopped crying and started laughing along with those present. After greeting those present, they began to give him gifts. Tolfdir gave him a special staff, which would allow him to use her magic more efficiently. From the twins she received a coat of mail and a short sword. From Serana, she received an alchemy book. From Aela she received a bow and arrows so that she could train.
The Feast continued, as the guests ate and drank. When everyone had a few more drinks, the twins challenged Edzard to a singing contest. Farkas and Vilkas sang Ragnar the Red together, unfortunately, although they were good warriors, they were terrible singers. Edzard sang Frelytte and Pular: a love song. When Edzard finished singing everyone present began to applaud him, crowning him as the winner of the duel.
Once the duel was over, Serana took Edzard to a corner and started talking to him.
"What's wrong Serana?" Edzard asked when he saw that Serana had a serious face.
"Ed, we need to talk."
"About what."
"Do you remember the ax that almost killed you a few months ago?"
Edzard nodded, remembering the weapon he had given Valerica.
"We have finally finished examining the enchantment he possessed."
Edzard's eyes widened when he heard what Serana said, but before he asked anything, Serana cut him off.
"Ed, the enchantment on that weapon is designed to kill only you."
"What are you talking about?" Edzard asked confused "How can that ax only kill me?"
"My mother and I wounded several bandits with that ax, but none were cursed by the weapon."
"Are you telling me that weapon didn't work on them?" Edzard asked as he rubbed his chin in thought.
Serana nodded and spoke again.
"Ed, we think that mission was sent by someone to lead you into a trap."
"I don't think so, I chose that mission out of several. That wasn't my first choice, too" Edzard said as he remembered how he had been undecided about what mission to take. He had thought of taking on a beast-slaying mission, but in the end, he settled on the one with the draugr "Serana, don't say any of this to Asia."
"Why shouldn't I?"
"Very simple, because someone is after my head, I don't want to worry her" Edzard replied as he looked into Serana's eyes.
"It's okay, Ed. I won't tell you anything."
Edzard nodded and they both returned to the party.
When the night was almost over, Edzard brought out a cake and the guests sang a happy birthday.
After that, everyone fell silent as Edzard approached Asia. He normally he would have expected more, but the events that would happen in the short term were forcing him to accelerate things. So, when he was in front of her, he reached into his pocket and pulled out a necklace. This necklace was made of gold and had three gold buttons on each side around a large circular pendant, which had a cross with a small gem in the center. Seeing this necklace, Asia put her hands to her mouth, as she recognized that this was Mara's amulet and is used to say that the person who wears it wishes to marry.
"Asia Argento, I've known you for ten months and we've been lovers for five" Edzard began, smiling "And since that time I have realized that you have given me joy and security."
When Edzard started talking everyone was shocked by what was happening. Fortunata, Laure and the twins had their eyes shining with tears of happiness when they saw this moment, Tolfdir a smile from ear to ear and Farkas with Vilkas were giving Aela and Serana a bag of money.
"There isn't a single day that I don't love you madly, you've become my strength and my happiness" Edzard continued speaking, then took a deep breath "Asia, do you want to marry me?"
"Yes, Ed, I want to marry you!" Were the words spoken by Asia as she pounced on Edzard and gave him a strong hug.
All the guests began to applaud. As they continued at it, footsteps could be heard from the staircase leading to the bedrooms.
When everyone turned around, they could see Jordis, who was carrying a very awake Marie. Jordis also had a smile, as she had heard the marriage request of her Thane, but she also had that smile for another reason.
"M…. mo… mom" was what Marie said as she stretched her little arms in the direction of Asia.
For Asia, the day was already very emotional. A birthday with friends, Edzard's surprise proposal and now his daughter had just said her first word, which was mom. Asia did the only thing she could do, she took her daughter from Jordis arms and began to kiss her all over her face. And while she was at it, Edzard hugged her as everyone present began to congratulate them.
Haafingar - Turdas 20 of Second Seed of 203 of the Fourth era
The moons were high up in a completely cloudless sky. In a camp in an area near the Shadowgreen cavern, there were two people gazing at the stars while they were lying on furs.
"Little Ed is engaged."
"Don't tell me, I still can't believe it."
"Serana, do you think either of us would be as happy as Asia if we hadn't rejected Ed?"
"No idea Aela, no idea."
Serana and Aela were resting after a mission. Aela had asked Serana to accompany her, as Edzard and Asia were currently in the Imperial City sightseeing. They had left two days after the marriage proposal and did not know when they would return, but it was very likely soon, since Edzard cannot leave his duties unattended for long.
"Do you remember why we turned it down?"
"No, but I think it was for the best."
"Why do you say that?" Asked Serana.
"He deserves a woman with whom he can raise a family. And sadly, neither of us qualify for that."
"You're right, besides that if we had been with him we couldn't have fun like we do."
"Who knows?"
"Why do you say that?"
"Maybe he would join us" Aela said as she crawled over to Serana "But he is a creature of the day."
"And the night is ours" Serana said, starting to kiss Aela as she loosened the cords of her armor. Once she managed to strip her of it, Aela did the same with Serana's armor. Once completely naked, Serana laid Aela on the furs that she had on the floor.
Serana's hand began to travel over Aela's body until it reached her breasts, which were slightly larger than hers. Serana didn't wait and began to kiss and caress them, making Aela moan every time her tongue brushed her firm nipples. She stayed like this for a little while, then she moved across her abdomen until her tongue touched her private area. She started licking her pussy, making Aela wetter and wetter, then decided to insert two of her fingers.
"Ahhh!" Aela moaned as she felt Serana's fingers inside her. And every time she moved them, she shifted on the ground due to the splendid sensation that it produced in her.
They both got to their knees, Aela walked over to Serana and walked around her to get on her back. Aela moved her hands down Serana's body feeling her slightly cold skin, her hands lowered until one of her reached one of her breasts and her other hand went down to her pussy. Aela started kissing and nibbling on Serana's neck as she played with her nipples, stretching and squeezing them. As one hand of hers played with her breasts, the fingers of the other caressed Serana's crotch.
When Aela felt that Serana was about to reach her limit, she decided to lay her down on the furs. Positioning themselves on her, they began to kiss again, while one hand of each of them went to the crotch of the other. And so, they began to masturbate each other, faster and faster, while their kisses grew more and more intense. In the end, they both came almost at the same time releasing a great moan of pleasure. They both looked at each other happily, panting, to caress their faces again and finish with another deep kiss.
After that moment of pleasure, they both lay down and covered themselves with furs as they hugged each other.
Haafingar - Turdas 10 of Mid year of 203 of the Fourth era
Edzard was looking at a cave near the path that led to the High Rock border. He was dressed in light imperial armor, which consisted of a Lorica hamata, that is, a chainmail, hardened leather bracers, leather pants and leather boots, both black in color. As weapons he carried his imperial short sword and a steel dagger from the Skyforge.
Today was a moonless and completely cloudy night, so it was more than conducive to what was about to happen. He had left Solitude by order of General Tulio in the morning of that day and had ridden at full speed to reach this place.
"It's time to start this," Edzard sighed as he stepped into the cave.
Once inside the cave, he began to walk until he reached the bottom of it. From there he climbed a rocky slope that was there, reaching a small platform where after climbing another section he reached a trapdoor. When he opened it, he found himself in the middle of a dungeon. He looked at the dungeon and was amazed that it was empty.
'Looks like they haven't been hunting in a while' Edzard thought as he finished going through all the cells.
Shaking his shoulders, he hurried forward. When he got to the door he heard footsteps. Edzard brought her hand to his belt and drew his dagger and leaned against the wall. As the shadow passed him, he realized that he was an Altmer. So, he quickly lunged at the elf and cut his neck, leaving him to die drowned in his own blood.
When he emerged from the dungeons he crept up the stairs. Apparently, the gods were smiling at him that day, as there were no soldiers in the main room. So, he quickly made his way to the second floor, where he found another soldier, who was sleeping peacefully in his bed. he covered the soldier's mouth and stabbed him between eyebrows with the dagger, killing him on the spot. After this death he returned to the first floor and withdrew from the building.
once he was outside he could see several scattered figures walking through the courtyard. Edzard sneakily approached one of the Altmer patrolling the courtyard, once he was behind him he stabbed him in the eye, causing the Altmer to die on the spot. Leaving the body gently on the ground, he continued to approach the other figures, who suffered the same fate as the previous one.
When he had finished killing those present in the courtyard, he entered the main compound through the back door. Once inside he saw that there was no one there, so he went to the kitchen rooms and threw his dagger at the chef's head, killing him too. After this he went to the rooms where he found several individuals asleep. Casting a paralysis spell, he pinned them to their beds and proceeded to kill them one by one.
When he had finished with the soldiers guarding the compound, he went to the main room to kill the person who resided there. When he arrived, he saw that the light was on, so he kicked the door down.
The room was richly decorated. There was a double bed, shelves and dressers, a chair and a desk, but Edzard didn't care about that. What really mattered to him was the person sitting behind the desk, who was staring at him in complete shock.
"Hello, Elenwen, how are you?" Edzard scoffed when he saw that the Altmer woman was in shock.
Elenwen, the Altmer who runs the Thalmor embassy in Skyrim, is also the leader of the Agents operating in the province. She is a typical Altmer who had golden skin, loose blond hair, and golden eyes. Her clothing consisted of a Thalmor robe, but no hood.
Elenwen snapped out of her stupor upon hearing Edzard and quickly frowned at the sight of him standing in front of her "What are you doing here, Dovahkiin? You're attacking Thalmor territory."
"Thalmor Territory?" Edzard replied as he began to advance towards Elenwen "Please Elenwen, don't say stupid things. This is Nordic territory."
"Guards! There are intruders!" Was Elenwen's cry. But even though she screamed no one came to her aid.
"Don't bother to keep calling your guards, no one will come" Edzard's voice contained mockery towards the Thalmor "I've already taken care of them."
"You think this will go unpunished" Elenwen said, looking Edzard in the eye "When the Dominion finds out…."
"He will declare war on us, yes, I know" Edzard interrupted Elenwen "Why do you think I do it, the orders came from the emperor himself."
Elenwen was shocked upon hearing that, she did not expect the emperor to make such a decision.
"Surprised" Edzard scoffed at the face the Altmer was making "So was I when I found out about his plans for the second invasion."
"What?" Elenwen choked when she heard that "How do you know?"
"A little bird told me" Edzard scoffed "A little bird named Hendare."
Elenwen's eyes widened when she heard the name of her only cousin. Then she understood what had happened. Her idiot of a cousin had died and the bloody Dovahkiin had obtained the invasion plans. But it didn't matter, there was still a way to turn the tables in their favor, she just had to kill the human in front of her.
Without saying a word, Elenwen attacked Edzard with lightning; however, Edzard was prepared for that to happen, and quickly dodged it by drawing his sword from him in the process. He quickly threw his dagger towards Elenwen, which ended up embedding itself in the elf's right hand, thus preventing her from casting a magic armor spell. Besides avoiding Elenwen's use of magic, he also gave Edzard some time to attack.
"WULD!" Edzard yelled, appearing in front of Elenwen.
Elenwen opened her eyes when she saw Edzard appear in front of her; however, she could not even speak, as Edzard with a single cut with her sword beheaded her.
While that was happening in Haafingar, in the city of Markarth, Jarl Igmund had let Ondolemar know that he had found a worshiper of Talos in the city and that he was in the city square. Quickly Ondolemar led his guards in that direction, accompanied by the Jarl and part of his court.
"So, Jarl Igmund, where is this Talos worshiper?" Ondolemar asked when he saw many of the city's residents milling about.
"He's there" Igmund said, pointing to everyone present.
This action unsettled Ondolemar, who when he went to ask Jarl the reason for what he said, he saw how his guards fell dead thanks to various arrows. Looking up from him, he noted that it was the Markarth city guards who had fired the arrows. so, he quickly looked back at the Jarl.
"We are all worshipers of the almighty Talos" Igmund replied, to the question that the Thalmor did not ask "Fire!"
When the Jarl said those words, all the guards who were on the upper floor of the city opened fire and launched the arrows at the Thalmor, which tried to deflect them with magic, but as there were too many he could not do so. So, he ended up turned into a pincushion.
The population was shocked by the sight, but then they began to cheer for his Jarl. Who turned and put her head close to his administrator.
"Summon the entire army" the Jarl whispered to his administrator "We will be leaving for Solitude in a week."
The administrator nodded. After that the Jarl withdrew, not before ordering the Thalmor's heads to be cut off.
In many of the cities of the Empire the same thing was happening. Their leaders were killing Thalmor agents on Imperial territory. That only meant one thing, the second great war has started.
Author's note:
To those who have made it this far, Thanks for reading.
This was one of the funniest chapters I've ever written, especially the part where Elenwen dies, I always kill her when she comes down from High Hrothgar after the Season Unending mission.
Well, I apologize for any spelling mistakes. Don't forget to leave a comment if you liked the chapter or if there is anything that needs to be improved. With nothing more to say, until the next chapter.
