As the World Falls Down…again

As the World Falls Down…again

*Jumping around, shouting* I got 103 reviews! I got 103 review! OH MY GOD! I really got over 100 reviews *faints* (Apollo) Uh oh…guess the shock was too much for her…(Safir) Yeah, something like that. Anyway, hi everyone! We're Emmy's muses. I am Safir, pronounced Sah-fear, the silver dragon. (Apollo) And I am Apollo, the white tiger. We'll be taking over the notes, since apparently Emmy can't. (Safir) I thought she didn't want us commenting on this one, because she was tired of us bickering. (Apollo) Not like we have a choice, Dragon. (Safir) True…and don't call me Dragon! I have a name you know! (Apollo)*ignores him* And be warned, there is violence, and child abuse in this chapter... (Safir)Yes, don't say we didn't warn you! Anyway, hope you enjoy this chapter(thank goodness Emmy already wrote it, we just added this part in) and remember to review!

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Chapter 7: Becka's story

"It all began about 200 years ago." Said Becka. "You see…I'm not human. I'm a Fae."

"I knew it!" said William. Sarah and Jareth shushed him.

Becka laughed. "Yes, I didn't tell you, Sarah, because when I met you…well, you didn't exactly have a high regard for Fae. But I'm getting ahead of myself. Where was I? Oh yes, it all began about 200 years ago…

(AN: I'm writing this as a story, like as if a narrator was telling it, as I am not fond of 'I' stories. Everyone clear now? Good, on with the story)

The young Fae girl led a hard life. Her Mother had died when she was born, leaving her Father bitter. He hated his daughter, as she had cost his wife her life. The girl did not even have a name, as her Father had never given her one.

She was a beautiful young child, or so the people in the closest village said, with her hair and eyes the color of gold. Her beauty only angered her Father more, who beat her for any small wrong she did.

Her only joy was in sitting by the small lake, in the forest where her Father's cottage was. She would hide there as often as she could, to escape her Father's temper.

It had been one day, when she was only 5, that she was sitting by the lake as usual. Her Father had beaten her for not having dinner ready on time. Her stomach hurt, where he had kicked her. She thanked whatever god there was he wouldn't need her until morning, to make breakfast. She had started sleeping outside more and more lately.

She just sat there, thinking. She was mature for her age, having to come to deal with her life as it was. But she was still a child. She drew her knees up to her chest, wrapping her arms around her legs, trying to stay warm. She put her head down on her knees, and sobbed.

"What's wrong, little one?" asked a deep male voice. The girl looked up to see a large black wolf looking at her with concerned crystal blue eyes.

"Did you just speak?" asked the girl, awe in her voice.

"Yes, I did child." Said the wolf, smiling. "I am Hades, a member of the Olympus wolf pack. Who are you, and why are you crying, little one?"

The girl knew of the Olympus wolf pack, though most thought it only a legend. The Olympus wolf pack was said to be a pack of talking wolves, who were very intelligent. It had also been said they knew magic.

"I…I don't have a name, my Papa never gave me one." Said the girl. "Some of the villagers from the town a few miles from here call me Sunshine. And I'm crying because my Papa beat me again." And she spilled out her whole story to the sympathetic wolf.

He sat there quietly, as she put her arms around his neck, and sobbed into his fur. When her tears were finally spent, he licked away the remaining ones on her face.

"There now, better?" asked Hades. The girl nodded. "Good. Now, let me see where he hit you."

The girl pulled her shirt up partway, exposing her stomach, where a large bruise had formed. Hades looked aghast at it, amazed that anyone could do something like that to a child. He put his muzzle on it, and a silver light glowed. He backed up, and the girl saw the bruise was healed.

"You fixed it!" she cried. "Thank you!" and she hugged him.

"You're welcome, little one." Said Hades. "Now listen to me, all right? How would you like to get away from your Papa, so he can't hurt you anymore?"

"That would be wonderful." Said the girl. "But how?"

"I shall talk to my pack." Said Hades. "You have strong magic in you, little one. You just need to learn how to use it. Which is where my pack, and I can help you. I shall speak with them. Meet me here tomorrow night."

"All right." Said the girl. "But are you going to keep calling me 'little one'?"

Hades laughed. "I see your point. You shall need a name. Hmm, ah yes, I know! Beckaliya Angelé. It means, in wolfen language, 'Golden Angel.' I shall call you Becka, for short. Now I must go, little Becka. Remember, tomorrow night."

And Hades raced off, into the darkness.

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"Where have you been, Hades." Asked Hera, one of the pack-leaders.

"Forgive me, my lady." Said Hades, bowing. "I believe I have found my partner, my one to teach and protect."

"Oh, have you?" asked Zeus, the other pack leader.

"Yes, my lord." Said Hades. "Her magic is strong. And she does not deserve the life put upon her." Hades told the pack leaders of Becka, and how her life was.

"How could anyone do such a thing!" said Hera, her gray fur bristling. "And she only a pup, not able to fight back. Yes, she shall be your chosen partner, the one you shall protect, Hades. And we shall make sure to do something about her sire. He shall not go unpunished."

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Becka could hardly believe it. She was finally going to be free! And she even had a name now.

She packed everything she thought she would need in a small knapsack, which she hid in her tiny room. She could hardly keep in her excitement, which made her not as careful as usual. Before the day was done, she again had a large bruise on her stomach, and several on her back. Her Father never hit her face, as he did not want anyone to know of what he did. For that much, Becka was thankful.

It was finally evening, and Becka went to her room, grabbing her knapsack. She turned around, ready to get out as quietly and quickly as she could. Unfortunately, she couldn't, as her Father stood in the doorway.

"What are you up to girl?" her Father asked, his mismatched brown and violet eyes filled with anger. He had been handsome once, with his chestnut brown hair and strong physique. But he had let it all go to rot after his wife had died.

"N-n-n-nothing, Father." Becka stuttered.

"Don't lie to me." Said her Father. "You were planning on running away, weren't you? You ungrateful little wretch!"

Something inside Becka snapped. There was no way she was going to stay here another moment. With all the courage she could muster, she bolted, running past her Father, into the forest. She could hear him running after her, but she didn't bother to turn around.

Becka heard many sounds coming from in front of her, almost like many paws, or feet. She saw about 10 wolves, of various colors, running towards her. They carefully ran past her, making sure she wasn't hurt, and ran towards her Father. She looked back, still running, and saw her Father running in the opposite direction, the wolves gaining rapidly.

Not looking ahead, Becka didn't see the rock in the path, until she tripped over it, landing on the ground with a sickening thud.

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(Apollo) Hmm…we could cut the rest of this chapter, and leave them hanging here…Emmy did make this chapter long, so her readers wouldn't yell as much. (Safir) Yeah…we could…(Readers) BUT YOU WON'T! (Apollo and Safir) YIPES! (Apollo) Now I see why Emmy is afraid of them...all right, we won't cut the chapter, here, read on.

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Becka awoke with her head aching. She opened her eyes…and was met with complete darkness.

"Becka?" said a voice. It sounded like Hades. "Thank the Magic you're all right. You hit the ground pretty hard."
"Hades?" said Becka, her voice shaky. "Why is it so dark? Why can't I see anything?"

"Oh no." said another voice. "Child, when you hit your head, it must have caused swelling in your brain. I'm afraid your blind."

"No, no, NO!" cried Becka.

"Athena, tell the others what has happened." Said Hades. "I am so sorry, little one."

"Does this mean you won't teach me magic?" asked Becka. "And that I'll have to go back to my Papa?" she shuddered, not wanting to think of what would happen if she had to go back.

"No, child." Said Hades, nuzzling her cheek comfortingly. "I shall still teach you. Just because you cannot see, doesn't mean you can't still learn magic. And you shall never have to see your Papa again. The pack…took care of him."

"Thank you." Said Becka, wrapping her arms around Hades neck. "You're the only friend I've ever had. Promise we'll be together always?"

"Always, little one, until forever." Said Hades.

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And Hades did teach Becka, who was a quick learner. Her appearance did alter, though. No one could figure out why, except for perhaps the strain on them, her eyes turned brown.

Hades and Becka developed a close bond. Hades became a Father too her, and the closest friend she had. After a century or so in the Underground, which isn't much, considering Fae have very long lives, Hades and Becka set out Aboveground, to wander the world. Though each had to alter their appearance, as to not draw attention. Becka's gold locks were disguised as coppery brown, and Hades disguised himself as a Labrador (though he wasn't too happy about being a dog).

Becka learned how to play the violin, with which she could raise enough money for her and Hades to live on.

And that is how life went for the two, until one day, they met a young mortal woman, with a very sad aura…

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Jareth, William, and Sarah were all left speechless.

"I think I speak for all of us, when I say…oh my God." Said Sarah. "You mean you've never told anyone this, and kept it inside so long? Good God, Beck, why didn't you ever tell any of those villagers, try to get help?"

"Because no one would have believed me." Said Becka. "I think it's time to turn in. Jareth, would you please transport Sarah, Hades, and I to Sarah's room?"

"Of course." Said Jareth, tossing a crystal above them. They disappeared.

"Makes you re-think things, doesn't it Jareth?" said William. "All the times we've whined over things when we were younger. We had it so easy."

"Very true," said Jareth. "Very true indeed."

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Becka helped Sarah into her nightgown, and rubbed her legs, a form of physical therapy they did every night.

"Why didn't you ever tell me?" asked Sarah.

"Your regard of Fae wasn't high, when I met you, as I said." Said Becka. "And, well, I just never got up the courage to tell you."

"Oh…OW" said Sarah.

"What, what, what happened?" asked Becka.

"You're rubbing too hard, that hurt!" said Sarah. "Wait…I could feel that! I'm starting to get feeling back in my legs!"

"That's great, Sar!" said Becka, hugging her friend. "I knew it would work. Now, get some rest."

Becka helped Sarah into the bed, and gave her another hug. "I'm glad for you Sarah. Good night."

"Good night." Said Sarah, as Becka turned off the light, and walked out.

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Becka snuggled under her covers, smiling. It was great that Sarah was going to walk again.

Becka rubbed her eyes, they were stinging a little. 'Hmm.' Thought Becka. 'Probably just adjusting to being Underground again, with the air being different…or something like that.'

"Good night Becka." Said Hades, as he settled in at the foot of her bed.

"Good night Hades." Said Becka. She closed her eyes, drifting off to sleep.

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(Dream)

"Hello." Said a voice. Becka turned around, yes, she could see in this dream. She still did have dreams where she could see.

The being before her was female. She was about Becka's height, and had long bright red wavy hair. Bright green eyes looked at her, and the being smiled, showing fangs.

"Who…or what…are you?" asked Becka.

"A friend." Said the being. "And what I am…well that's rather complicated. Let's just say I'm here to help."

"Shouldn't you be helping Sarah?" said Becka.

The being smiled again. "Such selflessness. You would give up a chance to see again, so your friend could walk again?"

"Of course." Said Becka.

"Your friend shall walk again." Said the being. "That is already being taken care of. I am here, because it has been decided you shall see again."

"Really?" said Becka.

"Really." Said the being. "I wish you well, Beckaliya." The being waved, and smiled again. Becka could feel herself waking up.

"Wait, I never learned your name!" cried Becka.

"Emerald." Said the being, as she, and the rest of the dream faded.

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Becka groaned, what a dream! Too bad that's all it was. But it was pretty realistic. A little too realistic.

She felt the warm sun, and smiled, opening her eyes. It looked like it was going to be a beautiful day.

Wait a minute…LOOKED? Becka looked at her hands, she could see them. She looked around, she could see everything!

She jumped out of bed, running to the vanity, looking into the mirror. She smiled. Her gold hair and eyes were back, and best of all…

She could see.

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*Emmy finally wakes up* (Emmy) What happened? (Apollo) You fainted from the shock of having 103 reviews. (Safir) So we took over the author's notes. (Emmy) Oh, thanks guys! And I hope you all were satisfied better with this chapter, I made sure it was longer. (Apollo) We hope you all enjoyed this chapter…(Safir) And remember…

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