Chapter 21: Father help me

"Argh… Oof, Are you alright Logan?"

"Yeah I'm alright mum"

"Where are we?"

Cartwright had it organised to use these teleport potions to transport the leaders of the revolution to this remote cavern that had hundreds of empty cages designed so when it felt someone land in the cage the doors locked, and it moved along ready to secure the next victim. Feeling the cage roll to the side Angelia stood up looking around the cages, they were positioned in a circle with the middle space free clearly for interrogations. As murmur from across the cages caught Logan's ear he heard Hannah.

L: "Hannah!... Hannah-Rose is that you?"

HR: "Logan? Oh, thank the maker it is you! Wait who's in the cage with you?"

L: "Mum, want to say hi to your daughter"

HR: "…Mum?"

Hannah was in a cage with Ben. Paige and Walter were trapped in another cage next to them.

W: "By Jove! It's the hero queen herself! Haha brilliant! Glad to see your out of that mansion"

A: "Thanks Walter, you know me never one to pass up the chance to fight back!"

B: "Oh grief, I was hoping to meet your mother maybe later on"

A: "Hello Major Finn. It's not me you have to be worried about it's her father"

HR: "Mum? You're my mother? Angelia?"

A: "Yes I'm sorry I couldn't rescue you, I'm sure Walter has filled you in on my reasons why"

HR: "Yes I just can't believe my life was a lie!? Mum Walter won't tell me, who is my father"

A: "Well if I know your father, and I do very well, he'll be along shortly to rescue us"

HR: "Why won't you just tell me? Logan, you've met him you know"

L: "I do and trust mother when she says it will be best if you just meet him as you won't quite believe it"

Hannah-Rose held onto the bars of her cell tilting her head to the side to look at Ben, he shrugged his shoulders at her giving her a sympathetic smile. In Angelia's cage she panned around seeing who else got trapped. She saw obviously Paige and Walter in the cage next to Hannah's and Ben's. She spotted Sabine with Boulder in another cage, and Kalin with some of her warriors.

HR: "Ben, you'd tell me if you knew who my father is, would you?"

B: "Of course, but I sadly don't know. When your mother ruled Albion, we saw her as the queen. Her love life wasn't publicised"

A: "For that reason Ben. I couldn't risk my husband's life or the children's if people knew too much. He wouldn't have been able to see them so much if Cartwright knew"

P: "If your father saw you both so much, why don't you know?"

HR: "All I remember is lots of noble men meeting with the king who'd sometimes greet me and Logie oh and Reaver too, but he hardly acknowledged us"

Angelia looked at Logan who looked sheepish averting his eyes from the group of eyes looking at them. Ben caught Logan's look his eyes widened when he just figured out who Hannah's father was, but he quickly hid his expression playing it cool. He now understands why Angelia wants Hannah to meet her father first. Soon everyone was chatting amongst themselves; Paige, Sabine and Boulder formally greeted Angelia expressing their gratitude for risking her life to help them. Angelia even managed to say hello to Treacle who was curled up next to Hannah's feet, the dog recognised her mistresses voice jumping around excitedly. Soon Angelia and Hannah had caught up on most things except for her father but Angelia looked up at the large cavern pondering on their escape.

A: "Do we know where this cavern even is?"

S: "Ooh! Boulder, out of the way I can't see. Yes, your highness. Mistpeak mountains isn't the only mountains I know well. By the looks of it we are in the one of the many caverns surrounding the private royal dock"

A: "Ah Re-*coughs* your fathers ship was docked here for some time, maybe he moved it when Cartwright took control"

Back out on the streets of Bowerstone the battle waged on; the rebels, dwellers and aurorean people continued the fight regardless of not seeing their leaders. Reaver joined the battle sailing on 'The Reaver' he sent word to his crew in Bloodstone to bring the ship to Bowerstone should they hear of a revolution happening. The pirate king stood proudly on the upper deck dressed in his pirate attire his perfect brunette hair blew in the hot ash filled air as he yelled at his crew to press on. They fired cannons at any purple guards they saw earning a cheer from a few rebels, some couldn't quite believe it Reaver was helping them. Knowing the king had probably filled the streets with guards Reaver ordered his men to set sail for the private dock close to the castle. He did keep an eye out for his wife and son but so far couldn't see them, as his ship passed by a street he shouted down to a nearby royal army recruit.

"You there! Have you seen the hero queen and prince Logan?"

"Ugh… Why yes! They passed by us a few hours ago, but something happened"

"What!?"

"They disappeared… I'm not a mad man I swear! My fellow recruit told me he saw Logan tackle a purple guard then a potion smashed, a cloud of blue surrounded them then they vanished!"

"*muttering to himself* Teleport potion, damn him *clears throat* Alright, carry on!"

Reaver knew these teleport potions couldn't transport people very far so he knew that had to be in Bowerstone somewhere. Then it hit him the private dock where he use to put his ship, there is loads of caves around that private beach but knowing which one Angelia is in will be difficult. The Reaver sailed towards the private dock where a group of purple guards were waiting, smirking at the fools Reaver shouted 'fire', his crew launched the canons at the guards destroying anything in its path. The crew docked the ship as Reaver leapt off the ship landing on the dock then strode through the sand heading towards the series of caves he ordered his crew to secure the beach whilst he went looking for his family.

Back in the cavern everyone grew quiet listening out for any sort of sound or movement outside of the cages. Suddenly the ground rumbled, bits of dust and small rocks fell from the ceiling bouncing off the cages. Swatting away the dust Hannah-Rose and Ben leaned forward looking up then Ben heard the unmistakable sound of a canon.

B: "That sounds like a canon… from a ship? Sabine, one of yours?"

S: "Certainly not!"

A: "*gasps* I know that firing strategy! It's 'The Reaver'!"

P: "The Reaver? But that means it's- "

A: "Yes, it's Reaver's ship"

L: "Mum, he won't know we're down here maybe it's time to trigger Hannah's memories"

HR: "Logie, mum? What are you talking about"

A: "Time for you to remember the whole truth, Ben watch her she may collapse when the memories come back"

L: "I did and it bloody hurt"

Hannah-Rose looked at her mother with worried eyes, Ben stepped up to Hannah putting a comforting arm around her just holding her steady. She looked into Ben's eyes with a soft smile but worry in her eyes. Angelia cleared her throat then began to sing, her voice softly echoed through the cavern walls bouncing off resonating out of the cavern.

"Dancing bears, painted wings, things I almost remember and a song someone sings once upon a December…"

As Angelia sung the song beautifully Hannah-Rose felt tears of relief trickle down her cheek, her chest grew tight like she couldn't breathe. She stumbled backwards luckily Ben had a hold of her as her memories came flooding back, she looked across at Angelia with a bright smile. Then the memories of her father came back, she was only 2yrs old when her memories were stolen but she vaguely remembers the doll Logan gave her of the pirate. She remembers her father hugging her soothing her tears as he said goodbye. Placing a hand over Ben's she steadied herself wiping away her tears she gripped onto the cell bars looking at her mother.

HR: "Why didn't you tell me?"

A: "Now you know why he helped you in the mansion"

P: "Wait… the mansion? You mean your father is– "

There was a huge explosion shortly followed by three gun shots then three dead guards collapsed falling down the cavern landing in the middle of the circle. Angelia knew that sound, the sound of a Dragonstomper .48 with a big smile she struggled to look up the winding rocky path that lead out of the cavern. Reaver ran his fingers through his hair twirling his gun around his fingers before holstering it then sauntered down the path with one hand resting on his cutlass walking proudly with his chest out. When he reached the base, he walked into the middle of the circle to address the cages.

"*chuckles* Daddy's here"

Paige, Sabine, Boulder even Ben stared at Reaver in shock they couldn't believe the hero queen would be with someone like Reaver. Walter knew already since it was Reaver who hired him to be a personal guard to Angelia when she was pregnant with Hannah-Rose and to protect her no matter what.

A: "Reaver darling, took you long enough"

R: "You can't rush perfection my sweet Angelia"

A: "*checks him out* Hm I suppose not, looking good husband. Like the old Reaver I fell in love with"

L: "Mum, Dad there's time for that later. Dad can you let us out please?"

R: "Well since you asked so nicely, Son"

Reaver inspected the cages they all had their weapons clearly the cages were lined with magic, so mere strength won't destroy them or the lock. Looking up then across the space he saw a leaver, giving Angelia a wink, he cranked the leaver which disengaged the magic aura and opened the cage doors on all cages. Once everyone was out of their cages Hannah-Rose approached Reaver cautiously she wasn't quite sure what to say to him but remembering their last encounter she did slap him earning a shocked gasp from everyone but Paige she smiled.

R: "What was that for!?"

HR: "For killing Paige's men and for putting us through the wheel of misfortune!"

R: "Hannah-Rose you know why I did it?"

HR: "Because you're selfish and evil?"

R: "Haha… No. Let me paint a picture. A group of rebels broke into my home rifling through my personal belongings to steal whatever they could find, information I'm guessing is what they wanted. Now bear in mind I was hiding the fact I'm your father, if those rebels found out that information it would spread quicker across the streets of Bowerstone than the plague! Your brother was still with the king at this point, if Cartwright found out I was the father he'd have us all executed, is that what you wanted?"

Hannah knew her father spoke sense, but it just hurt to know he murdered unarmed prisoners then put her through hell with that wheel game of his. Reaver put his finger under her chin to lift her face up to meet his.

R: "Hannah, you are a strong independent woman, a hero no less. I knew you could handle the wheel, truth be told I didn't know it was you until your rebel friend revealed you. I couldn't just pull you out it was bringing about too many questions, but it didn't stop me giving you that health potion. You're my daughter, I love you"

The room fell silent, it was a new side of Reaver no-one ever saw except for Angelia. When Reaver told Hannah, he loved her she couldn't stop the tears, he looked at his daughter with a comforting smile pulling his hand away from her chin he went to take a step back, but she lunged for him wrapping her arms around him in a tight embrace sobbing into his chest. Reaver threw his arms up raising his eyebrows in shock, looking over to Angelia she did a half smile flicking her eyes down to Hannah then back up to Reaver. The pirate king slowly enclosed his arms around his daughter returning the hug resting his head on her shoulder soothing her by stroking her back. They eventually broke the hug Reaver used his gloved hand to wipe away her tears giving her a kiss on the forehead. Hannah composed herself stepping by next to Ben who put a comforting arm around her, she looked at him smiling sweetly.

HR: "I'm ok Ben, really I am"

R: "Ah, yes you're Ben. Do I need to whittle on about how I feel about my children, or are you going to be good to Hannah?"

B: "Ugh… I wouldn't… No, it's just"

Angelia took pity on the stuttering man stepping next to Reaver enclosing her hand around his pulling attention away from Ben.

A: "Leave the lad alone Reav, I know he'll be good… Otherwise he has two heroes on his doorstep"

Hannah-Rose felt much better knowing who her mother and father was, it truly was a shock to find that Reaver was her dad all this time. The group were just about to leave but Paige was seething with anger, how dare Reaver just show up and they all act like he's the good guy. She lined up her gun with Reaver's head getting ready to fire, Logan spotted the rebel leader taking aim at his father he jumped in the way of the shot pulling out his cutlass. As the bullet left the barrel of the gun it felt like everything went into slow motion Logan saw the incoming bullet, taking a deep breathe he lined his blade with where the bullet will be. Reaver and Angelia turned around to see Logan defending Reaver with his cutlass. Hannah and Ben jumped Paige pining her down to the ground Ben kicked away her pistol. Logan successfully deflected the bullet slicing it in half as each piece pinged off bouncing off the floor.

A: "Logan, you did it!"

Angelia gave her son a hug, Reaver even joined in thanking his son for saving him.

R: "Not had someone watch my back since your mother, thank you son"

HR: "Paige! What were you thinking?! You could've killed my father"

P: "Good! Then it would be justice served for my men who died by his hands"

HR: "Did you not hear his speech? He was protecting his family, at the end of the day Paige they were intruders. You're telling me you wouldn't kill trespassers in your headquarters?"

Paige furrowed her eyebrows in rage staring the princess down as Hannah and Ben had her pined down on the floor. Walter stepped forward telling Hannah and Ben to get off her, he offered a hand to Paige helping her off the floor. Logan and Angelia stepped in front of Reaver shielding him from Paige.

W: "This is ridiculous Paige and you know it! I was hired by Reaver to protect the pregnant hero queen and assist her with any adventures she needed to go on. I might find him to be insufferable at the best of times, but you can't let your feelings blind you"

After a minute Paige relaxed her features her gaze shifted from Walter to Hannah, Ben, Angelia, Logan and Reaver. Whether she liked it or not they were a family and she didn't want to be responsible to tearing it apart.

P: "Fine, I suppose I understand"

B: "Now that we've all kissed and made up. How about we get out of this cave"

Chapter 22: You lead the revolution, you lead Albion…

Everyone left the cavern joining Reaver's crew to maintain control of the beach then made their way towards the castle. Sabine and Boulder used their explosives to blow open the gates telling the others to go on without him as they held off more guards. They fought through the castle gardens narrowly avoiding the numerous blades and gun fire. Logan showed off his training his father showed him successfully deflecting and dodging the bullets with impressive sword skills.

Angelia and Reaver were back to back as Angelia charged up her force push spell launching the guards up into the air she drew her pistol firing at the flying bodies hitting them in the head. With the bodies in the air Reaver did the same thing, they both span around aiming at a guard behind each other so they were face to face, not breaking eye contact they both fired hitting the guards. Reaver quickly pulled his wife in for a passionate kiss still holding onto their weapons, a guard took aim at Angelia's back but Reaver even with his eyes shut focusing on kissing his wife still had the incredible skill to aim and shoot the guard. They broke the kiss Angelia bit his bottom lip to tease him, with their arms still wrapped around each other.

"I love you Reaver"

"*chuckles darkly* Mm I love you too Angelia"

Hannah-Rose used her lightning spell to shock a guard whilst Ben shot them, Treacle also attacked a few distracting them. Hannah looked up to Logan who just deflected another bullet aiming it back at the guard killing him instantly. They both saw their parents fight then share a tight embrace, even when they kissed and Reaver shot that guard the children looked with a shocked expression.

In unison "Whoa"

Angelia and Reaver looked over to their children who were staring in shock, grinning at their shock at how amazing their parent's skill is Reaver winked at them then continued battling through.

"Hannah, please don't tell me I have to compete with that? Your father is insanely skilled"

"He's the hero of skill, Ben"

"Really? How do you know Logan?"

"They told me Hannah"

"No, Ben you are definitely not in competition with my dad, feels weird to say"

"You'll get use to it sister"

Soon they all burst through the castle doors, Angelia stepped in beside Hannah-Rose with Logan and Reaver behind them. The family marched through the castle ignoring the staff, many of the staff members clapped and cheered when they saw Angelia and Reaver together. The rest of the rebellion kept the guards back letting the family face this tyrant, Reaver kicked the war room doors open making Cartwright jump. The king was about to draw his sword, but Logan pulled his gun aiming it at Cartwright.

"Don't. You. Dare"

"Ah, I see. Mummy is back to take the crown. You're too late. GUARDS!"

The guards that were outside the room collapsed into the war room dead with Paige stood over the bodies with a smoking gun, Walter passed by her joining the family in cornering Cartwright.

"Hm, it seems I'm outnumbered. Fine, I'll come quietly. This kingdom is in grave danger anyway I don't want it now you can have it back"

"You're an idiot Cartwright, this wasn't about me getting the kingdom back we just wanted to see our children, you sick bastard"

"We?"

Cartwright looked at Reaver then Angelia making the obvious connection then when he looked at Logan and Hannah he saw it.

"Haha I was so blind! Reaver you're the children's father"

"Took you long enough to realise you old despicable tyrant"

"Come on Reaver, I know you. How about I empty the treasury into your pocket and in return you'll fight by my side"

Reaver snapped he punched Cartwright square in the nose watching the blood gush out from his now broken nose, Cartwright looked at Reaver in horror.

"You. Don't. Know. Me! I love my family, you don't get it do you? I use to think I was so happy being Reaver the notorious Pirate King but now I know I am happy. I have a wonderful wife who'll do anything for me and I'll do anything for her. And I have these two wonderful kids who've grown into outstanding citizens of Albion"

Everyone heard Reaver's rant slightly shocked he revealed his deepest secret, the fact he's actually happy being a family man. Paige couldn't believe it still, but Walter smiled knowing he spoke the truth. Before Cartwright spoke again Ben dragged him to his feet smiling at Hannah and her parents.

"I'll throw this one in the castle dungeon until you have a fitting punishment. Come on before you bleed over everything"

As Ben left for the castle dungeon all the guards have either surrendered or were killed in battle leaving the royal army left. Hannah watched him leave letting a small smile grace her lips, she turned around to face her parents who were already looking at her with a smug smile on their faces.

"What? Don't give me that look"

"He's a nice lad, a solider to boot. I think you'll both be good for each other"

"Mum! Oh, my avo! Dad can you make her stop"

"I'm with your mother, he seems like a nice boy. Though I think I'll need to have a private word with Benji there"

"Oh, grief"

As Ben left the room he handed the crown to Walter, he approached the family offering the crown to Angelia. She shook her head taking the crown off Walter then turned to Hannah.

"My dear daughter, you have accomplished so much without us. You built the allies you needed to fight for this revolution, with it you'll bring a turn of change. Myself and your father will be your advisors to prepare the kingdom for the darkness that is coming. You lead the revolution, it only seems fit that you lead Albion"

"Mum… are you sure? What about Logan, he's the firstborn"

"Mum is right Hannah, you deserve the crown and I know you'll govern this country with the same kind heartedness as our mother"

Hannah accepted the crown giving her parents a hug then Logan and Walter. The fighting had ceased and Bowerstone was being rebuilt back to its former glory with the possibility of a queen ruling it once again. All her allies went back to their homes; Sabine and Boulder went back to Mistpeak, Paige went back to Bowerstone industrial, Kalin to Aurora and Ben with the royal army moved from Mouringwood to the castle to be reinstated and redistributed.

Within the week Hannah-Rose had her coronation already planned and being actioned today, she woke up a little apprehensive it was a huge step. Though it had been a few days since taking back the kingdom it still felt weird waking up in her old bed. In the castle Hannah had her old bedroom but refurbished to be a bedroom of a future queen, Logan had his old bedroom back and their parents got theirs back. With Angelia and Reaver's old room they had to gut it and start again since Cartwright as some sick joke claimed their old room when he stole the crown. Hannah stretched her arms up yawning as she hopped out of bed with Treacle who was curled up on the bed, Jasper had returned from the guild rooms taking his old job. He opened the curtains letting in the bright sunlight, Hannah held up her hands blocking the harsh rays as she made her way to her ensuite to wash and dress.

Hannah-Rose was changed into her royal outfit fit for her coronation as queen, her maids came through joining Hannah at the vanity table as they styled her hair. Hannah wanted to keep her hair down, but she needed to look regal for the coronation so as a compromise the maids pinned some of her hair up then the parts that flowed down they curled. Looking up at the mirror she saw her old self a young princess but now battle worn with experience beyond the caste walls. There was a knock at the door, Hannah dismissed her maids whilst Jasper answered the door.

"Ah Captain Finn, are you escorting the princess to her coronation?"

"Yes, I will be, if she's ever going to be ready. You know what women are like"

The joke fell flat on Jasper, he didn't appreciate silly humour. Rolling his eyes, he stepped to the side allowing Ben entry.

"Some women, Ben. I'm not one of them"

Hannah smirked at Ben through the reflection of the mirror on her vanity table. Ben caught her in the reflection, she looked beautiful it took his breath away.

"Now it's not fair to look this beautiful. You'll make your royal subjects very jealous"

"Psh hardly, come on then Captain *wink* let's get this show on the road"

"As you wish, your majesty"

Ben did a bow then offered his arm out to Hannah, she looped her arm with his as he walked her to the balcony where Angelia originally had her coronation. They reached the balcony, Angelia and Reaver were already waiting outside on the balcony, Walter had the crown. Ben unhooked his arm from hers wishing her luck.

"Good luck, hope the crown fits"

Hannah-Rose stepped out onto the balcony with grace and poise standing before her people below. Reaver gave her a small nod smiling proudly at his daughter, he had his arm around Angelia's waist. Angelia smiled at her daughter brightly looking at Hannah then at Logan who was stood next to them, feeling very proud of both of their children. Walter placed the crown on Hannah's head announcing their new queen Hannah-Rose. The crowds below clapped and cheered loudly excited for the new queens reign.

"Congratulations, queen Hannah-Rose"

"Oh grief, stop Jasper and Walter. I'm still just Hannah to you"

They all retired inside for the coronation party which Reaver obviously organised, he was back to wearing his black and white industry outfit. Before Hannah and Angelia could enjoy the party, they were ushered to a desk where contracts were signed stating Angelia stepped down as queen taking the title princess allowing princess Hannah-Rose to become queen Hannah-Rose. They signed the documents with Reaver and Walter as witness signatures, Jasper took the contracts heading out to get them processed immediately. As Hannah and Angelia got up from their seats Walter handed them both a glass of wine telling them to go enjoy the party. As Angelia entered the party on Reaver's arm everyone cheered then the crowds did the same for Hannah-Rose. One particular clap caught Angelia's ear as she frowned smiling at Reaver he winked at his wife guiding her to look to the left, there she saw Hammer and Garth with their children and Anna. Angelia smacked Reaver playfully on the chest as she screamed with excitement running up to the group, Reaver poked his tongue out playfully smiling at Angelia as he watched her run off.

"Hammer! Eeee! I can't believe you're all here!?"

Hammer scooped Angelia up in a massive bear hug spinning her around a few times then put her down so Angelia could hug Garth then Anna.

"Garth how are you old friend?"

"I'm well Angelia, Hammer keeps me on my toes… and so do these little troublemakers"

Halvar, Solvi and Felice recognised Angelia as they stumbled to her legs hugging her legs, Angelia knelt to their level giving them proper hugs then came to a stand to address Anna.

"Anna, I can't believe you came all this way?"

"Garth and Hammer used the Cullis gate they offered to take me, I'm not quite so dizzy now"

"Ah, yes I remember the first time I used one, nightmare! The children were ok with the gate?"

"Ha. They couldn't care less they laughed when we arrived asking 'again, again'!"

Soon it felt just like old times, Angelia laughed along with Garth and Hammer. Reaver was talking to Hannah, Logan and Ben. They overheard the laughter Reaver laughed under his breath admiring his wife then looked back at his kids.

"Sorry, were you saying something?"

"I think Hannah was asking you who those people are, but you were distracted by your wife's figure"

"Ben!?"

"What, it's true"

Reaver broke out into a massive smile then let out a hearty laugh smacking Ben on the shoulder.

"I like you already Finn. Aah, I haven't laughed like that in a while. Phew, *clears throat* those people are heroes too, well at two of them are"

"No way! The four heroes that brought Lucien's downfall…"

"Was myself, Angelia and those two over there Benji. Garth is the hero of Will and Hammer is the hero of Strength"

"Can we meet them dad?"

"Of course, Hannah"

Reaver pushed through the crowd heading for Angelia's group of people. When Angelia spotted Reaver coming with their children she smiled stepping to the side letting him greet his fellow heroes.

"Ah, dear Hammer. You keeping Garth out of trouble?"

"Reaver, you still being a pain in the ass"

"Haha I've missed our banter. Garth my good fellow are you well?"

Reaver shook Garth's hand using his devilish charms to pull a smile out of the Will user. Garth smiled at the former pirate king then looked at his wife, Hammer knew that look rolling her eyes she broke up the handshake by giving Reaver a big bear hug squeezing the life out of him then dropping him to the floor.

"Ugh, thanks for that Hammer"

"Anytime Reaver, you old dog"

"Old?! I won't hear such language"

Angelia giggled when Hammer hugged Reaver knowing he hates it when people creased his nice clothes or touch him without permission. Breaking up the banter Angelia grabbed Hannah and Logan's hands pulling them forward.

"Garth, Hammer I'd like to introduce you to our children; Hannah-Rose and Logan"

Hammer gave them both a big hug making them yelp in shock at the overly affectionate hero, Garth just gave them a firm handshake congratulating Hannah-Rose on her crowning. Hannah discovered her name derived from Hammer's original name then paired with her mother's sisters name Rose. The two heroes explained how they were with Angelia for both births joking at Garth's poor timing since Angelia's water broke both times in Garth's presence. Joking aside Garth and Hammer both praised Reaver for how well he handled both births, he could've left the room letting the professional deliver the babies, but he didn't he held Angelia's hand until they were born. Hannah and Logan turned to Reaver giving him a big hug he first looked disgusted but a quick look around he didn't see anyone paying them much attention he returned the hugs.

"I said not in public, do you kids ever listen"

"We'll try dad, promise"