DisClaimer: I do not own Escaflowne or any of the people in it.
Please don't sue:0)
This is my first fic ever please tell me what you think.
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Chapter 3: Hide & Seek
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-Down,
Down,
Down,
The Spiral Path We go.
Down,
Down,
Down,
The Web We Weave of Gold.- - Written by me -
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In the cave
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Morning sun rises
Where am i? Oh nevermind. Gaea. I will probably ask that question
every morning i wake up. I don't think i can ever get used to the idea
of being on another planet. I guess it is not that bad though. Even
if i end up here for the rest of my life, it's alot better than where
i was. I feel a little free here, Like i can do anything. Might as
well get up and get moving. I guess i will wear a black turtleneck &
my black jeans. Since i have nothing to qualify as a coat to keep me
warm, the turtleneck is best.
Ok Sword at my side. check. Bag with supplies. check. throwing
stars. check. Throwing knives. check. Ok guess i am ready. The map
shows that if i walk down this winding path, it will only take me 5
hours to get the outpost. Walk until i come to Spirit Lake and hang
a right, and i am there. Seems easy enough. I am off then.
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Dilandau & Slayers in the clearing
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" Well, is this where you were when you came back Dollet"? Dilandau
roared. " Yes sir " Dollet meekly said. " Did you set up this camp"?
" No sir " Dollet replied. " Well fan out dirt bags, and look for clues
she could not have gotton far ". " Sir " Chesta yelled. " I found
something odd " Chesta said. Dilandau walks over to him. " Well what is
it" He snapped. Chesta gives him a small, white, plastic box with
the words Dental Floss on it. " This is odd, there is nothing on all
of Gaea this strange, this proves she was here, ok men search the
forest look for signs of where she might have gone ". Dilandau said.
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Atrea
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Trees and more trees. Oh look more trees. This is getting really
annoying. That guy better have given me a good map or i am going to
find him and kick his ass. I need a rest. I suppose this is a good
of a place as any to sit for a minute. Not like every place in this
forest doesn't look as good. The sun will be setting soon, I should
not have slept in so late, i could have been there by now. That is
unless i got lost. Damn. Well can't think about that now. I will
just have to keep going.
2 hours later Ahhhh YES, finally the lake. i can see it now. Good
thing the moon and the earth are reflected in it. I might have
missed it otherwise. 10 more minutes then hang a right. I wish it
wasn't so dark out right now. I keep hearing things. Like footsteps.
Snapping of a twig Atrea whips around and says " who's there,
show yourselves, or else". Roars of laughter from about 6 men
" What the hell do you want " Atrea yells. what the hell do you
want, mocks the men in almost unison, more laughter. A big guy
comes out of the bushes " Well maybe you would like to come with
us girl and keep us a little company". The big guy says laughing.
" That doesn't work for me " Atrea says almost too harshly. Silence.
All the men now surrounding her A tall ugly man says " you will
do want we want you to do, little girl "! Atrea murmurs under her
breath " outlanders ". She then takes her sword gripping it in both
hands and says " Not bloody likely you pigs ". Silence. A fight ensues.
She takes them all down with little trouble. Her skills surpassing
their own. She didn't kill any of them, just kicked the crap out of
them.
Oh shit, if i have to do this everyday, i am gonna be pissed.
" hey you, that was some pretty good fighting ". says the long blonde
haired man in the boat." I am going to one of the Austuria's outposts
do you need a lift "? he says. Well there is only 1 of him i could
take him down if necessary. " Ya sure, i guess. that would be great"
I say out of breath. " But don't try anything funny, i am not in the
mood to fight anymore, but i will if i have too ". I yell to him.
" Great, then lets go " he says. I walk toward the boat/raft thing
and get in.
" So what is your name" i ask. " My name is Allen Schezar, and i am
a knight of Austuria ". He said. " Great " i mumble, next thing you
know, Robin hood and his merry men will be coming. " And what is your
name little lady "? He asked tring to be charming. " My name is
Atrea. I am from the Merrosa Village, and i am not a little lady, from
the looks of you, i am only a couple of years younger ". Atrea stated.
" I apologize, i did not mean to offend you " He said very apologetic.
" It's fine, i am sorry. I have a short fuse lately. Atrea said.
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Dilandau and the Slayers
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"I found her trail sir, it looks as though it ends at the lake ".
Miguel said. " Any sign of her " Dilandau asked. " No sir, only a
bunch of beaten up men, knocked out cold " Miguel replied. " Wake them
then " Dilandau snapped. All the slayers trying to wake the men
" Sir this one is coming around " Gatti stated. " Are you the leader
of this pathetic group " Dilandau asked the big man. " Yes i am "
the big man replied. " Well what happened here " Dilandau said annoyed.
" I'd rather not say " the big man sounding ashamed replied. " Have
you seen any strange girls around here" Dilandau asked. " I saw a
girl about 18, redish brown hair on the top of her head, wearing all
black. She did this to us " The big man said. roars of uncontrollable
laughter coming from Dilandau and the slayers " You say a girl
did this to you and your men " Dilandau snickered. " Yes " The tall
ugly guy replied. " i don't suppose you happened to see which way she
went, now did you? Dilandau asked sounding amused. The big guy spoke
up and said " She went torward the lake, and got on a boat with that
Allen Schezar.
Dilandau thinking to himself Hmmmm, the girl did this, it must be
so, no one would freely admit a girl beat them up. And she went with
Allen. I think i will pay him a visit in the morning." Slayers! Let's
head out, we will be going to Allen's outpost near Austuria in the
morning. We need to be rested. Allen won't hand her over that easy."
Dilandau laughed to them.
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Sunrise in Allen's Outpost castle
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I woke up feeling very well rested. I am glad i did not have to
spend another night in the woods or a cave. This castle seems pretty
boring, even if it is an outpost. Men everywhere " training " as they
like to call it. But that's ok, i am amused watching them in the
court yard. They call that fighting. I can just see those men put
on some tights, and re-enact a mens ballet. " ha ha " I chuckle to
myself out loud. What should i do now, stay here get to know these
people, or explore some more. I might as well stay for a few days
and rest up, in case i have to sleep in some forest again.
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" Dilandau, you honor us with your presense " Allen bowed and said.
" To what great honor brings you here "? Allen went on to say. " Well
i am looking for a girl wearing strange clothes, have you seen anyone
like this come by recently? Allen "? Dilandau smirked. " A girl you
say..... Well there are a lot of girls here, i can't really keep up
with knowing all of them, now can i "? Allen smiled and replied. " As a
man of your reputation, i can see that. Should you stumble onto a girl
with auburn colored hair, with strange clothing, please inform me "
Dilandau said smiling. " I most certainly will do that Dilandau,
anything for an ally " Allen said in his most gracious way. " You won't
mind us coming to your little party tonight, would you Allen "?
Dilandau said half laughing. " Not at all, you are most welcome. This
girl you are looking for, What has she done if i might ask " stated
Allen. " She is just wanted for questioning, that's all. Seems there
was a disturbance near Spirit Lake last night " Dilandau snickered.
" Very well then, you and your men will be expected at tonights
festivities ". Allen said bowing and turns to leave.
Allen walks up to the room Atrea was in, knock-knock " Come
in " Atrea said. " Oh hello again Allen Schezar, what can i do for
you " Atrea stated. " I was hoping for the pleasure of your company
for tonights festivities " Allen said as he kissed her hand. " I was
thinking that it might be fun to stay a couple more nights. I accept
your offer Allen " Atrea said smiling. " until then " He kissed
her hand and left.
Allen thinking to himself I wonder what business Zaibach has with
Atrea. It might be very good indeed to find out.
Dilandau thinking I know she is there, it is only a matter of
time before i find her. Then this silly game will be over and i can get
back to more important things, like sleeping. " ha ha " he laughs to
himself outloud. " Hey Miguel, go tell the other knuckle heads, that
we will be attending Allen's little party tonight " Dilandau said
smiling. " yes, sir " Miguel replied. " Oh and Miguel make sure to get
a vile of Folken's sleeping tonic, should she resist ". " Yes sir "
Miguel said irritated. Miguel walks down the hall.
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In Atrea's Room
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A party. Well i do have that white dress i bought. Damn i wish i
had that dye right about now. If i do wear it i will have to let my
hair down. I hate wearing it down though. I was meaning to cut it, but
then it would feel weird. At least the length will hide my tatoo, i
don't need anyone seeing it. There would be too many questions. I doubt
very much any of people have ever seen a tatoo of a silver sun on
someone's back. Atrea getting changed . I did not realize my
hair had gotton so long. It nearly reachs my waist. knocking at the
door. He's here all ready? ok now or never. I will try to be as
sweet as can be. I need friends now. Atrea opens door
" Wow " Allen says surprised. " Uh Thanks " i say blushing. i don't
blush, what the hell has gotton into me. " Well you sure clean up
very nice ". says Allen as he kisses her now white gloved hand. " shall
we "? With that Allen takes her arm in his and it is off to the party
they go.
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At the party downstairs
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Doorman announcing people Mr. & Mrs. Hardley of Ispano. -Next-
Lord Dryden of Austuria -Next- Allen Schezar of Austuria -Next-
Atrea SanMartine of the Merrosa Village. Doorman's voice fading in
the crowd
Whisper Whisper. " Are you sure that is her Dollet "? Dilandau says
under his breath. " She is wearing her hair down, but i am sure that is
her. I never forget a face ". Dollet whispers back. Dilaudau thinking
Why would she make a up a lie like that? Where did she get her info?
She must be hiding something. A beautiful creature such as that, beat
up 6 men? Surely this can not be her. She looks too fragile, not to
mention beautiful. " Ok Miguel, go dance with her and find out what
you can about her, then report back to me ". Dilandau whispered to him.
" Yes sir " Miguel replied almost too excited. " Dollet go and hide
until i come and get you, no need to tip our hand quite yet ". " Yes
sir " Dollet replied and took off outside. " Gatti watch Allen, occupy
him if you have to ". Dilandau said. " Yes sir " Gatti said, annoyed
because he never got to have any fun. The fun always went to Miguel.
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I must admit i am a little nervous, i have never danced the way
these people are. Maybe if i just smile a lot and hide no one will ask
me. Atrea thought. " Allen if you will excuse me i will be right
back " I told him. Then i spied the wine, and walked away before he
could say anything. Well what do we have here. Alcohol and lots of it.
I pick up the curious looking glass a smell it. It smells potent
enough. I Drink the wine in one gulp. Not bad. I feel a little better
now. tap on her shoulder " May i have this dance "? Miguel asked.
" Shit " I think. " Umm ok, but first tell me your name " I said.
They exchange names and pleasantries . The dance begins
" So tell me all about yourself Atrea " Miguel sweetly asked.
" what's to tell " i reply. " well there must be something to tell "
Miguel said smiling. " So tell me about yourself Miguel " I carefully
said avoiding the question. as they are dancing " How about i
will tell you something about myself and then you tell me something
about yourself " Miguel said smiling sweetly. " Agreed " i said in
my most seductive voice. " Well i am a soldier from Zaibach " He said.
" That's sounds interesting " I replied " So then why are you dancing
here with me "? i said smiling. " We came here on leave " He said
looking into my eyes. " i see " i said avoiding his eyes. I did not
know what else to say. " So you if you really are a soldier, what
kind of weapon do you fight with? " i said hoping the subject could
stay off me until the end of the dance. " A sword of course " he said
sounding perplexed. " Are you trying to purposely avoid my questions
Lady Atrea ". Miguel said in a charming voice. " i believe i am " i
thought to myself. " why no, not at all. I am just curious that's
all, a lady such as myself does not know much about weapons ". i said
in my seductive voice. I continued " Is that a sword at your side "?
" Yes, it is my sword " he said blushing. He must have thought i was
coming on to him. He was cute, but there was no way i had time for
that. I looked down at his sword as we danced. That green and blue
crest, something familair about it....... Then it hit me. The crazed
guy in new york..... the crest on both swords, the same...... Dollet.
This guy works with Dollet. I felt the color vanish from my face. I
excused myself quickly as ran away before he could answer. My mind
was racing, i did not know if these Zaibach Soldiers were friends or
enemy's and i did not want to find out. I heard footsteps running after
me. I turned to look for a second, and it was about 10 men chasing me.
In front was the most handsome man i had ever seen. Silver hair, dark
red eyes, perfect build. can't think about that now, must keep running.
Stupid dress, slowing me down. I ripped out the side more than the slit
on the side of the dress would allow. so i now had a slit up to my
thigh. Oh well i hate the color anyway. i was gaining speed on them. I
had to lose them fast. I ducked into a doorway. they ran right past me.
I crept out and ran toward my room on the 2nd floor. I need my bag.
More than that i need my sword, my knives, right now i would settle for
a vase to throw at them. I heard shouting coming back toward my
direction, I ran to my room locked the door and quickly gathered my
things. A moment later i heard pounding at my door. " I know your in
there " A man said. " Come out quietly, and you will not be harmed ".
" Fat Chance " i yelled back. The man trying to sound more calm said
"Come on out we just want to talk to you ". " It takes 10 you to run
after me and you want to only talk "? I yelled through the door
sounded very amused. " Yes only to talk " the man said. I yelled
back " Hmmmmm let me think about it for a second ". " ok take your
time " the man said, now sounding confident that i would come out.
Well i have 2 ways out of this room. I can go out there and get
ambushed or jump out the window. Ok jumping onto the roof it is. How
hard can it be. I looked out the window and to the ground. Why do i
have to be afraid of heights. Ok suck it up. I can do this. I will
just not think about the fall. " Are you ready to come out " the man
sounding calm, said. " Not bloody likely i yelled back ". BOOM
the door comes crashing down I waved and out the window i went.
I left the silver haired man stunned. He tried to follow me, he was
saying something. i could not make it out, i was this far up the roof
and did not want to turn around to hear him. I heard enough to know,
that he was the man speaking at my door. I climbed down the ladder
on the back of this castle and down i went. i looked over to see that
the guy had left the window. I jumped the few feet left to the ground
and ran as if my life depended on it. I knew they would be right on
my tail. Then there is was. A horse. My salvation. Things are looking
up for me. I heard them running toward my direction, i did a front
flip onto the horse and barely got out of there.
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Dilandau
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" Damn, don't let her get away, after her "! Dilandau yelled at
the slayers. " Sir there are no other horses here ". Gatti said.
"Back to the fortress then, i have to explain this to Folken".
Dilandau said grinding his teeth. Stupid, foolish girl. She will not
get away from me a second time. I have to admit she is cunning. I never
would have expected that from a girl. I can see now why Folken wants
to question her. She is an intriguing woman.
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Floating Fortress
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" What is your report Dilandau ". Folken said, not looking away
from his desk. " She got away from us " Dilandau stated pissed off.
" How "? Folken said. Dilandau went through the whole story
" Find her Dilandau, do whatever you have to. Find her NOW " Folken
Yelled. " Fine, Fine i will begin again tomorrow. Dilandau said as
he left Folken to his thoughts.
Why does he want her to come here so badly, i hate this. Now i
have to find Folken this girl, again. She better co-operate the next
time, or live to regret it. Dilandau thought.
So the girl got away from Dilandau and his Slayers. Hmmmm this
facinates me. She is proving to be quite unusual. I look forward
to meeting her. Folken thought.
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Please don't sue:0)
This is my first fic ever please tell me what you think.
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Chapter 3: Hide & Seek
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-Down,
Down,
Down,
The Spiral Path We go.
Down,
Down,
Down,
The Web We Weave of Gold.- - Written by me -
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In the cave
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Morning sun rises
Where am i? Oh nevermind. Gaea. I will probably ask that question
every morning i wake up. I don't think i can ever get used to the idea
of being on another planet. I guess it is not that bad though. Even
if i end up here for the rest of my life, it's alot better than where
i was. I feel a little free here, Like i can do anything. Might as
well get up and get moving. I guess i will wear a black turtleneck &
my black jeans. Since i have nothing to qualify as a coat to keep me
warm, the turtleneck is best.
Ok Sword at my side. check. Bag with supplies. check. throwing
stars. check. Throwing knives. check. Ok guess i am ready. The map
shows that if i walk down this winding path, it will only take me 5
hours to get the outpost. Walk until i come to Spirit Lake and hang
a right, and i am there. Seems easy enough. I am off then.
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Dilandau & Slayers in the clearing
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" Well, is this where you were when you came back Dollet"? Dilandau
roared. " Yes sir " Dollet meekly said. " Did you set up this camp"?
" No sir " Dollet replied. " Well fan out dirt bags, and look for clues
she could not have gotton far ". " Sir " Chesta yelled. " I found
something odd " Chesta said. Dilandau walks over to him. " Well what is
it" He snapped. Chesta gives him a small, white, plastic box with
the words Dental Floss on it. " This is odd, there is nothing on all
of Gaea this strange, this proves she was here, ok men search the
forest look for signs of where she might have gone ". Dilandau said.
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Atrea
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Trees and more trees. Oh look more trees. This is getting really
annoying. That guy better have given me a good map or i am going to
find him and kick his ass. I need a rest. I suppose this is a good
of a place as any to sit for a minute. Not like every place in this
forest doesn't look as good. The sun will be setting soon, I should
not have slept in so late, i could have been there by now. That is
unless i got lost. Damn. Well can't think about that now. I will
just have to keep going.
2 hours later Ahhhh YES, finally the lake. i can see it now. Good
thing the moon and the earth are reflected in it. I might have
missed it otherwise. 10 more minutes then hang a right. I wish it
wasn't so dark out right now. I keep hearing things. Like footsteps.
Snapping of a twig Atrea whips around and says " who's there,
show yourselves, or else". Roars of laughter from about 6 men
" What the hell do you want " Atrea yells. what the hell do you
want, mocks the men in almost unison, more laughter. A big guy
comes out of the bushes " Well maybe you would like to come with
us girl and keep us a little company". The big guy says laughing.
" That doesn't work for me " Atrea says almost too harshly. Silence.
All the men now surrounding her A tall ugly man says " you will
do want we want you to do, little girl "! Atrea murmurs under her
breath " outlanders ". She then takes her sword gripping it in both
hands and says " Not bloody likely you pigs ". Silence. A fight ensues.
She takes them all down with little trouble. Her skills surpassing
their own. She didn't kill any of them, just kicked the crap out of
them.
Oh shit, if i have to do this everyday, i am gonna be pissed.
" hey you, that was some pretty good fighting ". says the long blonde
haired man in the boat." I am going to one of the Austuria's outposts
do you need a lift "? he says. Well there is only 1 of him i could
take him down if necessary. " Ya sure, i guess. that would be great"
I say out of breath. " But don't try anything funny, i am not in the
mood to fight anymore, but i will if i have too ". I yell to him.
" Great, then lets go " he says. I walk toward the boat/raft thing
and get in.
" So what is your name" i ask. " My name is Allen Schezar, and i am
a knight of Austuria ". He said. " Great " i mumble, next thing you
know, Robin hood and his merry men will be coming. " And what is your
name little lady "? He asked tring to be charming. " My name is
Atrea. I am from the Merrosa Village, and i am not a little lady, from
the looks of you, i am only a couple of years younger ". Atrea stated.
" I apologize, i did not mean to offend you " He said very apologetic.
" It's fine, i am sorry. I have a short fuse lately. Atrea said.
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Dilandau and the Slayers
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"I found her trail sir, it looks as though it ends at the lake ".
Miguel said. " Any sign of her " Dilandau asked. " No sir, only a
bunch of beaten up men, knocked out cold " Miguel replied. " Wake them
then " Dilandau snapped. All the slayers trying to wake the men
" Sir this one is coming around " Gatti stated. " Are you the leader
of this pathetic group " Dilandau asked the big man. " Yes i am "
the big man replied. " Well what happened here " Dilandau said annoyed.
" I'd rather not say " the big man sounding ashamed replied. " Have
you seen any strange girls around here" Dilandau asked. " I saw a
girl about 18, redish brown hair on the top of her head, wearing all
black. She did this to us " The big man said. roars of uncontrollable
laughter coming from Dilandau and the slayers " You say a girl
did this to you and your men " Dilandau snickered. " Yes " The tall
ugly guy replied. " i don't suppose you happened to see which way she
went, now did you? Dilandau asked sounding amused. The big guy spoke
up and said " She went torward the lake, and got on a boat with that
Allen Schezar.
Dilandau thinking to himself Hmmmm, the girl did this, it must be
so, no one would freely admit a girl beat them up. And she went with
Allen. I think i will pay him a visit in the morning." Slayers! Let's
head out, we will be going to Allen's outpost near Austuria in the
morning. We need to be rested. Allen won't hand her over that easy."
Dilandau laughed to them.
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Sunrise in Allen's Outpost castle
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I woke up feeling very well rested. I am glad i did not have to
spend another night in the woods or a cave. This castle seems pretty
boring, even if it is an outpost. Men everywhere " training " as they
like to call it. But that's ok, i am amused watching them in the
court yard. They call that fighting. I can just see those men put
on some tights, and re-enact a mens ballet. " ha ha " I chuckle to
myself out loud. What should i do now, stay here get to know these
people, or explore some more. I might as well stay for a few days
and rest up, in case i have to sleep in some forest again.
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" Dilandau, you honor us with your presense " Allen bowed and said.
" To what great honor brings you here "? Allen went on to say. " Well
i am looking for a girl wearing strange clothes, have you seen anyone
like this come by recently? Allen "? Dilandau smirked. " A girl you
say..... Well there are a lot of girls here, i can't really keep up
with knowing all of them, now can i "? Allen smiled and replied. " As a
man of your reputation, i can see that. Should you stumble onto a girl
with auburn colored hair, with strange clothing, please inform me "
Dilandau said smiling. " I most certainly will do that Dilandau,
anything for an ally " Allen said in his most gracious way. " You won't
mind us coming to your little party tonight, would you Allen "?
Dilandau said half laughing. " Not at all, you are most welcome. This
girl you are looking for, What has she done if i might ask " stated
Allen. " She is just wanted for questioning, that's all. Seems there
was a disturbance near Spirit Lake last night " Dilandau snickered.
" Very well then, you and your men will be expected at tonights
festivities ". Allen said bowing and turns to leave.
Allen walks up to the room Atrea was in, knock-knock " Come
in " Atrea said. " Oh hello again Allen Schezar, what can i do for
you " Atrea stated. " I was hoping for the pleasure of your company
for tonights festivities " Allen said as he kissed her hand. " I was
thinking that it might be fun to stay a couple more nights. I accept
your offer Allen " Atrea said smiling. " until then " He kissed
her hand and left.
Allen thinking to himself I wonder what business Zaibach has with
Atrea. It might be very good indeed to find out.
Dilandau thinking I know she is there, it is only a matter of
time before i find her. Then this silly game will be over and i can get
back to more important things, like sleeping. " ha ha " he laughs to
himself outloud. " Hey Miguel, go tell the other knuckle heads, that
we will be attending Allen's little party tonight " Dilandau said
smiling. " yes, sir " Miguel replied. " Oh and Miguel make sure to get
a vile of Folken's sleeping tonic, should she resist ". " Yes sir "
Miguel said irritated. Miguel walks down the hall.
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In Atrea's Room
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A party. Well i do have that white dress i bought. Damn i wish i
had that dye right about now. If i do wear it i will have to let my
hair down. I hate wearing it down though. I was meaning to cut it, but
then it would feel weird. At least the length will hide my tatoo, i
don't need anyone seeing it. There would be too many questions. I doubt
very much any of people have ever seen a tatoo of a silver sun on
someone's back. Atrea getting changed . I did not realize my
hair had gotton so long. It nearly reachs my waist. knocking at the
door. He's here all ready? ok now or never. I will try to be as
sweet as can be. I need friends now. Atrea opens door
" Wow " Allen says surprised. " Uh Thanks " i say blushing. i don't
blush, what the hell has gotton into me. " Well you sure clean up
very nice ". says Allen as he kisses her now white gloved hand. " shall
we "? With that Allen takes her arm in his and it is off to the party
they go.
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At the party downstairs
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Doorman announcing people Mr. & Mrs. Hardley of Ispano. -Next-
Lord Dryden of Austuria -Next- Allen Schezar of Austuria -Next-
Atrea SanMartine of the Merrosa Village. Doorman's voice fading in
the crowd
Whisper Whisper. " Are you sure that is her Dollet "? Dilandau says
under his breath. " She is wearing her hair down, but i am sure that is
her. I never forget a face ". Dollet whispers back. Dilaudau thinking
Why would she make a up a lie like that? Where did she get her info?
She must be hiding something. A beautiful creature such as that, beat
up 6 men? Surely this can not be her. She looks too fragile, not to
mention beautiful. " Ok Miguel, go dance with her and find out what
you can about her, then report back to me ". Dilandau whispered to him.
" Yes sir " Miguel replied almost too excited. " Dollet go and hide
until i come and get you, no need to tip our hand quite yet ". " Yes
sir " Dollet replied and took off outside. " Gatti watch Allen, occupy
him if you have to ". Dilandau said. " Yes sir " Gatti said, annoyed
because he never got to have any fun. The fun always went to Miguel.
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I must admit i am a little nervous, i have never danced the way
these people are. Maybe if i just smile a lot and hide no one will ask
me. Atrea thought. " Allen if you will excuse me i will be right
back " I told him. Then i spied the wine, and walked away before he
could say anything. Well what do we have here. Alcohol and lots of it.
I pick up the curious looking glass a smell it. It smells potent
enough. I Drink the wine in one gulp. Not bad. I feel a little better
now. tap on her shoulder " May i have this dance "? Miguel asked.
" Shit " I think. " Umm ok, but first tell me your name " I said.
They exchange names and pleasantries . The dance begins
" So tell me all about yourself Atrea " Miguel sweetly asked.
" what's to tell " i reply. " well there must be something to tell "
Miguel said smiling. " So tell me about yourself Miguel " I carefully
said avoiding the question. as they are dancing " How about i
will tell you something about myself and then you tell me something
about yourself " Miguel said smiling sweetly. " Agreed " i said in
my most seductive voice. " Well i am a soldier from Zaibach " He said.
" That's sounds interesting " I replied " So then why are you dancing
here with me "? i said smiling. " We came here on leave " He said
looking into my eyes. " i see " i said avoiding his eyes. I did not
know what else to say. " So you if you really are a soldier, what
kind of weapon do you fight with? " i said hoping the subject could
stay off me until the end of the dance. " A sword of course " he said
sounding perplexed. " Are you trying to purposely avoid my questions
Lady Atrea ". Miguel said in a charming voice. " i believe i am " i
thought to myself. " why no, not at all. I am just curious that's
all, a lady such as myself does not know much about weapons ". i said
in my seductive voice. I continued " Is that a sword at your side "?
" Yes, it is my sword " he said blushing. He must have thought i was
coming on to him. He was cute, but there was no way i had time for
that. I looked down at his sword as we danced. That green and blue
crest, something familair about it....... Then it hit me. The crazed
guy in new york..... the crest on both swords, the same...... Dollet.
This guy works with Dollet. I felt the color vanish from my face. I
excused myself quickly as ran away before he could answer. My mind
was racing, i did not know if these Zaibach Soldiers were friends or
enemy's and i did not want to find out. I heard footsteps running after
me. I turned to look for a second, and it was about 10 men chasing me.
In front was the most handsome man i had ever seen. Silver hair, dark
red eyes, perfect build. can't think about that now, must keep running.
Stupid dress, slowing me down. I ripped out the side more than the slit
on the side of the dress would allow. so i now had a slit up to my
thigh. Oh well i hate the color anyway. i was gaining speed on them. I
had to lose them fast. I ducked into a doorway. they ran right past me.
I crept out and ran toward my room on the 2nd floor. I need my bag.
More than that i need my sword, my knives, right now i would settle for
a vase to throw at them. I heard shouting coming back toward my
direction, I ran to my room locked the door and quickly gathered my
things. A moment later i heard pounding at my door. " I know your in
there " A man said. " Come out quietly, and you will not be harmed ".
" Fat Chance " i yelled back. The man trying to sound more calm said
"Come on out we just want to talk to you ". " It takes 10 you to run
after me and you want to only talk "? I yelled through the door
sounded very amused. " Yes only to talk " the man said. I yelled
back " Hmmmmm let me think about it for a second ". " ok take your
time " the man said, now sounding confident that i would come out.
Well i have 2 ways out of this room. I can go out there and get
ambushed or jump out the window. Ok jumping onto the roof it is. How
hard can it be. I looked out the window and to the ground. Why do i
have to be afraid of heights. Ok suck it up. I can do this. I will
just not think about the fall. " Are you ready to come out " the man
sounding calm, said. " Not bloody likely i yelled back ". BOOM
the door comes crashing down I waved and out the window i went.
I left the silver haired man stunned. He tried to follow me, he was
saying something. i could not make it out, i was this far up the roof
and did not want to turn around to hear him. I heard enough to know,
that he was the man speaking at my door. I climbed down the ladder
on the back of this castle and down i went. i looked over to see that
the guy had left the window. I jumped the few feet left to the ground
and ran as if my life depended on it. I knew they would be right on
my tail. Then there is was. A horse. My salvation. Things are looking
up for me. I heard them running toward my direction, i did a front
flip onto the horse and barely got out of there.
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Dilandau
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" Damn, don't let her get away, after her "! Dilandau yelled at
the slayers. " Sir there are no other horses here ". Gatti said.
"Back to the fortress then, i have to explain this to Folken".
Dilandau said grinding his teeth. Stupid, foolish girl. She will not
get away from me a second time. I have to admit she is cunning. I never
would have expected that from a girl. I can see now why Folken wants
to question her. She is an intriguing woman.
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Floating Fortress
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" What is your report Dilandau ". Folken said, not looking away
from his desk. " She got away from us " Dilandau stated pissed off.
" How "? Folken said. Dilandau went through the whole story
" Find her Dilandau, do whatever you have to. Find her NOW " Folken
Yelled. " Fine, Fine i will begin again tomorrow. Dilandau said as
he left Folken to his thoughts.
Why does he want her to come here so badly, i hate this. Now i
have to find Folken this girl, again. She better co-operate the next
time, or live to regret it. Dilandau thought.
So the girl got away from Dilandau and his Slayers. Hmmmm this
facinates me. She is proving to be quite unusual. I look forward
to meeting her. Folken thought.
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