As the World Falls Down…again
Ok, before anything else, I would like to make one thing clear to everyone. Several people have said they haven't cared for me in this story. Well, frankly I agree. I didn't want to be in another Labyrinth story I've written. But this is how it transpired, when I was there as Lady Destiny, and there's nothing I can do to change that. Next story (I already have a few thoughts brewing) will NOT have me in it, I guarantee. Now, is everybody clear now? So no more complaining, capiche? And the song in this chapter 'There are no Happy Endings' is written by me. If anyone wants to use it, in part or entirety, please ask permission first. Anyhow, hope you enjoy this chapter, and remember to review!
Disclaimer: See previous disclaimers, for once I can't think of any rhymes or snatches of Shakespeare for the disclaimer.
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Chapter 12: There are no Happy Endings…
"Ok, I think I speak for all of us, when I say 'What the Hell is going on here?!?!'." Cried Becka.
"It's a long story." Said Destiny, with a sigh. "But to try and sum it up, Rochelle is from the dimension Adian and I originally came from, before I was Lady Destiny. We were sort of rivals, because she was jealous of my relationship with Adian."
"You forget to mention a few things, Emmy dear." Said Leira, or Rochelle I guess it is now. "Like how everything always went your way, never mind you were the child of an un-wed mixed blooded female. And that you and that twin of yours were chosen by the Amazons to train. That not only a Lord, but a Prince fell in love with you! And now you're the Lady Destiny, known throughout the universes!"
Destiny shook her head, looking sadly at Rochelle. "I never knew you had so much contempt for me, Rochelle. I truly am sorry. But let us leave this in the past. We were not meant to be here, so let us leave. And as for 'the Prince', Arkaylan, he was no prince. He was evil. Now come with me."
Rochelle sneered. "You'd like that, wouldn't you? Let us be friends, and leave everything in the past. Being Destiny has made you a bit dense, Emmy dear. I'm not about to give up everything I've worked for! I traveled here, reversed my aging, so I could at least have this William, a relative of your beloved Adian, and now you want me to give that all up?" by now her eyes were blazing, and she looked about ready to pounce on Destiny.
Destiny looked behind Rochelle, to the silent Fae behind her. "Markeen, I presume? It was you who offered her this, wasn't it? You know the Council of Magic will have your head for doing such things."
Markeen shrugged, and remained silent.
"Well, what now, Emmy dear?" said Rochelle, still using that nickname that used to infuriate Destiny. "I heard you sometimes sing little songs to the ones you're 'trying' to help. Are you going to sing me a cute little song?"
"Do you want me to?" said Destiny, still calm and impassive.
"There's nothing I'd have you rather do, except die." Said Rochelle, contempt still oozing from her voice.
"Well, I'm afraid I can't die, I'm immortal." Said Destiny. "But I will sing for you, as you wish."
Jareth and the others, by now forgotten by the two rivals, stood by in awe, as The Lady Destiny closed her eyes, glowing white for a moment, as music started to play from nowhere. Destiny opened her eyes, as the glow diminished, and smiled as she began to sing (AN: Just so you all know, my singing voice is a low alto…or whatever is between alto and base):
I fight with my might for the right so others might be free,
So they can fulfill their Destiny.
I've seen enough pain and sorrow, to last ten thousand lifetimes or more.
Tell me, do you really want to know what I learned from that score?
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(Chorus)
There are no Happy Endings,
Because nothing ends at all.
Life will keep going, whether we fight or we fall.
There's always another sunset, another moonrise, another tomorrow.
Though it may be filled with joy, or it may be filled with sorrow.
One thing I know, There are no Happy Endings.
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There's no forever joy,
No eternal bliss.
No big closing number,
No final show-stopping kiss.
No sign with "The End" anywhere to be found,
If you're waiting for the applause, you won't hear a sound.
Why? Because...
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There are no Happy Endings,
Because nothing ends at all.
Life will keep going, whether we fight or we fall.
There's always another sunset, another moonrise, another tomorrow.
Though it may be filled with joy, or it may be filled with sorrow.
One thing I know, There are no Happy Endings.
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You can shout, you can yell, you can rave about power.
Scream it if you like, from the highest tower.
You're still nothing but a speck of dust, in the many, many worlds,
So it doesn't really matter if your plan is unfurled.
Why? Because...
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There are no Happy Endings,
Because nothing ends at all.
Life will keep going, whether we fight or we fall.
There's always another sunset, another moonrise, another tomorrow.
Though it may be filled with joy, or it may be filled with sorrow.
One thing I know, There are no Happy Endings.
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"It's only forever, not long at all" someone once said;
But I wonder, do you really know what forever is?
Immortality is a curse, not a gift.
Yes, it is frightening to die; but it's even more so to live, and live, and live.
So cast out your vengeance; forget your hate,
Let the waves of anger abate.
No, there are no Happy Endings, that is for sure,
But can't we at least go through this chapter of life better than the one before?
Why? Because...
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There are no Happy Endings,
Because nothing ends at all.
Life will keep going, whether we fight or we fall.
There's always another sunset, another moonrise, another tomorrow.
Though it may be filled with joy, or it may be filled with sorrow.
One thing I know, There are no Happy Endings.
No, there are no Happy Endings, but that doesn't mean we'll stop hoping for one.
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Rochelle's haughty countenance had been wavering since Destiny had started singing. By the time she finished, she had broken down in tears, hugging Destiny. Her disguise fell away, leaving a golden-blonde haired, blue eyed Fae.
"Shh, it's all right." Said Destiny, patting Rochelle's back. "Come, shall we go?"
"Not so fast." Said Markeen, who had been silent up until now.
"Oh?" said Destiny, letting go of Rochelle, and walking forwards. "And pray, why not? Rochelle is no longer under your power, she no longer lusts for revenge, the power you were striving on. And I shall report you to the Council of Magic, for misuse of power, and for messing with dimensions."
"And how will you do that?" said Markeen, making a dagger appear. "When you will not be alive!" he threw the dagger, and it landed right where Destiny's heart was. She didn't even flinch, as she pulled it out.
"Wasn't anyone listening?" she asked. "I said I was immortal, oh wise one. A true immortal, at that, which means these little so called weapons don't work on me."
She held out a hand, calling upon power, making a cage appear around a screaming and yelling Markeen. She closed her hand, and he disappeared. Destiny walked over to where Jareth and the others were standing, and bowed low.
"I am sorry about this, Your Majesty." She said. "It was not meant to be this way. We were not meant to be apart of your story. Please forgive me."
"Nothing to forgive, Lady Destiny." Said Jareth. "But there is one thing you could do, before you have to leave."
"Your wish is my command, Majesty." Said Destiny.
Jareth grinned, looking over at Sarah. "I would be honored if you could perform Sarah's and my wedding ceremony."
"It would be my pleasure." Said Destiny.
William looked over at Becka, grinning. "What about making it a double wedding?"
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*ducks flying objects once again, no big surprise* Well, at least I get to work on my reflexes. Yes, I know you're going to say this chapter wasn't very good! But this is how things happened, and I can't change that. What did you think of the song? It's just about my favorite of the songs I've written; though I know it's not all that good. And next chapter will have the wedding! I love weddings, don't you? Anyhow, hope you enjoyed this chapter, and remember…
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Emerald, The Lady Destiny a.k.a. Emmy-chan
