MORTAL BELOVED
(Chapter 13)
Vacation.
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Jareth guided Sarah through the doors of the castle and into the throne room. They had left Dranion to return to his kingdom and shortly after had returned to the castle.
"Jareth, I think I know what's been happening to me" stated Sarah reservedly and Jareth caught her with a piercing gaze from his changeling eyes. He smiled,
"Sarah, It's all right, I know. Somehow Seran is taking over your body" he replied. Sarah nodded, and then frowned. "How did you figure it out?" she asked and Jareth smirked, "well, It all makes sense doesn't it? And beside Dranion helped shed a little light on the subject" he replied and wrapped a comforting arm around her shoulders and trailed a light run of kisses down her neck.
Sarah laughed, but then sobered.
"What are we going to do?" she questioned, uncertainly flicking her gaze toward him. Jareth smiled reassuringly.
"Do you still feel drawn to the Mortal Kingdom?" he asked nonchalantly and Sarah nodded, "It's like it's in my blood, which it probably is, but it's always there at the back of my mind, beckoning. I guess that's why I went there in my sleep" she rationalized and then smiled as Jareth pulled her close to him.
He placed a kiss on the top of her head and then whispered,
"Then we're going on a little holiday"
* * *
Alanya sat and fidgeted with her dress and then smiled as Sarah approached,
"How are you feeling?" she asked when Sarah had sat down.
Sarah smiled at her mother.
"You know, I'm ok I don't know why, but I haven't been taken over since the incident this morning, I think it took a lot out of her" she replied and grasped her mothers hand within her own, squeezing it for support.
Alanya sighed and wondered what Findlay was doing at that moment.
"I don't know why my mother would be doing such a thing Sarah, From what you've told me and the story that I told you, My guess would be that she has something that she needs you to do for her" she stated tiredly. Sarah smiled once again,
"I think Jareth's found a way to solve it all mother" she stated and Alanya sat up to listen.
Alanya was silent and so Sarah continued. "We're going to go and visit the Mortal Kingdom for a couple of days and hopefully while we're there, whatever is supposed to happen does" Alanya thought a moment.
"Did you want Findlay and I to accompany you and Jareth?" she asked uncertainly and Sarah nodded. "I thought you'd never ask" she stated with a laugh.
* * *
Ragan sat thoughtfully on his throne and wondered about Toran, Ragan knew that the boy was confused but he also knew that the time had come when his son would execute both Jareth and Findlay and make him proud.
He was still gloating about his upcoming success when the creature that had so faithfully spied on The Goblin King on previous occasions entered the room.
He walked up to the throne and bowed low.
"My Lord" he intoned respectfully and Ragan leapt to his feet.
"What news of The Goblin King do you have for me?" he demanded and The creature smiled with relish.
"My Lord Ragan, I have discovered that both the Goblin King, His second in command and their women are going away for a while to the Mortal Kingdom" he stated. And Ragan frowned. ::What business could they possibly have there?" he thought to himself.
Borderlords of the Underground had not ventured there since the days of the War of Ages and his fathers reign.
Ragan remembered how that had ended and how Jareth's father, Jandar had triumphed over his father and had exiled him back to his kingdom on the fringes of the Underground.
Ragan let out a roar and slammed his fist down on the wooden table in the center of the room, causing it to splinter and crack, breaking in half.
The creature scurried away and Ragan knew that this was too good of an opportunity to pass up, he had to capitalize on it. This would not be a silly or trivial assault. This would be all out war, the campaign to end all campaigns, he would do what his father had once done, but this time, he would triumph.
* * *
Findlay smiled to himself as he packed a bag with the assorted clothes and other items he would need for the trip away.
Alanya had come and told him of it earlier in the day and had told him that both she and him had been requested to come along.
Findlay knew that this would be an instrumental time for Jareth and Sarah, and he knew that the reason why they were going was to resolve the conflict that had befallen Sarah.
Findlay knew the story of what had happened, the attack and Jareth's conclusion, and Alanya had told him, when she was here, exactly who Seran was, therefore eliminating his confusion.
He grinned to himself. He couldn't wait to spend the weekend with Alanya, and he hoped that sometime soon he would have the guts to ask for her hand as Jareth had asked for Sarah's.
Still smiling, he exited his house and teleported to the throne room.
* * *
Jareth wrapped his arms around Sarah and she smiled at him, turning in his arms.
"You don't know how much this means to me Jareth, getting to stay where my Grandmother once lived. Thank you" she stated softly and Jareth felt his heartbeat soar. How he loved this girl.
"Sarah, anything that you want or need is yours you know that, I love you with all of my heart and soul, more than I've loved anyone, ever." He replied and Sarah reached up and stroked his face.
"Do you know how wonderful you are?" she asked and Jareth smirked.
"Yes" he replied arrogantly and then laughed as Sarah glared and poked him in the ribs.
"Findlay and Alanya have agreed to come with us" stated Jareth and Sarah grinned.
"I'm glad, they need some time together, alone" she emphasized and Jareth smiled wolfishly.
"Just like another couple I know" he stated and kissed her softly. Sarah smiled,
"Something like that" she agreed wryly.
* * *
Sarah accompanied Jareth when he went to pack his bag and sat down on his four poster bed.
"mmm" she intoned and lay back on the luxuriously soft quilt. Jareth looked over at her and smiled with relish.
"You like that do you?" he enquired, eyebrow raised. Sarah smiled and nodded lazily, stretching. "Uh huh" she replied and then turned over, grinning into the bedcover.
Jareth laughed and turned back to his packing.
"Hmm, black or grey?" he mused to himself and Sarah jumped up and went to lean against him. "Black" she stated and he nodded in agreement.
"Black it is then." He replied.
Sarah smiled and kissed his chin, "I never did see how tights could possibly be considered a good choice of clothing" she spoke softly and Jareth glared, offended. Sarah laughed wickedly and kissed the pout from his mouth.
"You didn't let me finish" she muttered and Jareth raised a hopeful eyebrow, staying quiet.
"But on you, they look positively sexy" she finished and Jareth smirked, kissing her lips with desire that was barely leashed. She giggled and started to say something but Jareth silenced her with another breath stealing embrace.
Suddenly bold, Sarah walked a hand down Jareth's chest and fingered the band of his tights. Growing bolder with each passing second, she traced her way down the front of his tights and paused hesitantly when she reached his groin.
Jareth groaned and picked her up, she linked her legs around his waist and grasped his head, kissing him deeply.
"Sarah" moaned Jareth and pulled her closer. He lay her down on the bed and followed her down, kissing her softly. She reached up and clasped his platinum locks in her hands.
Suddenly Findlay appeared before them and said;
"Jareth, where have you….Oh, uh..sorry" he stated embarrassed.
Jareth growled and glanced at Sarah. She hid her face in his chest feeling as though she would die of embarrassment.
"Uh.. I'll come back" stated Findlay hurriedly and teleported out of the room as quickly as he could.
Sarah extracted herself out from under the Goblin King and sighed, mortified.
"I can't believe that just happened!" she exclaimed, hurriedly retying the straps on her torso that had mysteriously come undone.
Jareth smirked,
"Well at least we're getting some" he stated and then put a hand over his mouth, realizing that he had said that aloud.
Sarah whirled and glared at him, her white palm struck him across the cheek and left a red, raw mark.
Sarah stormed out of the room and then, once in the hall, ignored Jareth's call and teleported, thanking the fact that she had such powers.
* * *
Hoggle, Ludo and Sir Didymus sat on a small slope in the gardens. They sat dejectedly, upset that Sarah was going away and that they weren't able to come.
Ever the gallant gentleman, Sir Didymus rose and stated "Well, I am sure that fair Lady Sarah has a good reason for going away to the Mortal Kingdom and she will come back soon" he piped up.
Hoggle nodded sadly, "And maybe Sarah will bring us back presents" he stated hopefully.
Ludo looked up, "Pwesents?" he asked excitedly and Ambrosious barked in agreement.
Hoggle rose, and was just about to leave when Sarah appeared before him.
"Sarah!" he exclaimed. And Sir Didymus and Ludo rushed over to her.
"Sawah fwend bwing Ludo pwesent?" he asked hopefully and Sarah nodded.
"Of course I'll bring you guys back presents, but I'll only be gone for a couple of days, don't be sad" she stated consolingly.
"What's the matter Sarah?" asked Hoggle, taking her hand.
Sarah marveled at the dwarfs perception.
She sat down and sighed heavily.
"Just Jareth, If it isn't one thing it's another do you know what I mean?" she stated annoyance coming through clearly in her tone.
Hoggle grinned and then nodded his head.
"Just have patience with him Sarah, I'm no advocate of the Goblin King but I do know that if you are going to be with him, then you'll need it" he replied kindly and Sarah hugged him quickly, The others all crowded in for the hug and Sarah laughed as Ludo squeezed her so tight she could barely breath, but she wouldn't have it any other way.
* * *
Findlay and Alanya had been talking quietly to themselves when Jareth stormed in. Findlay sensed that Jareth wanted to talk to Alanya about something, ::Probably Sarah:: he thought to himself. He gave her a quick kiss on the cheek and bid her farewell, teleporting out into the garden, he had no idea what, if anything had happened but he was determined to fix it.
* * *
"She hit me!" whined Jareth petulantly. Alanya frowned, now here was the Jareth she had come to know and love before Sarah had returned to the Labyrinth.
"I'm sure she had good reason Jareth!" she exclaimed, exasperated.
"What did you do?" she demanded accusingly and Jareth held up his hands in defeat.
"I might have said something.. that I shouldn't have" he stated stiltedly and Alanya grinned.
"Well, just go and apologize to her, she's not unreasonable and I'm sure she'll forgive you if you grovel..a lot." She stated nonchalantly, smirking ever so softly.
Jareth growled under his breath and disappeared into a cacophony of glitter.
::I do believe my daughter has a good influence on the Goblin King:: she thought with amusement.
Remembering that Findlay and she had been in the middle of their conversation, she went to look for him.
* * *
Ludo wrestled Sarah to the ground and she laughed, tears streaming down her cheeks.
"OK! OK, you win" she yelped and got to her feet, wiping the dirt from her gown.
Jareth appeared beside her and she had to smother a laugh at the petulant expression currently residing on his flawless features.
Failing, she guffawed and then covered her mouth with her hand before she started to choke.
Jareth frowned and stared at his boots.
Ambrosious whined and Sir Didymus jumped to his feet.
"What may we do for you sir?" he piped up and Jareth frowned again.
"Sarah, can I speak to you?" he asked softly, and Sarah nodded slightly, she walked toward a bench, and Jareth followed.
Sarah sat, and Jareth sat down heavily beside her.
"I-I" stammered Jareth,
"I" began Sarah.
They both laughed and motioned for the other to go,
Jareth grimaced and spoke up.
"Sarah, I'm sorry for making that comment, it was in no way intended for you to take offence from" he stated carefully, and a small smile graced Sarah's lips, causing a hopeful one to lace across Jareth's.
"It's ok Jareth, I-I overreacted, it was stupid" she stated, gesturing emphatically. Jareth laughed and Sarah joined in.
"We make quite a team don't we" he stated wryly and Sarah nodded, grinning back. They embraced, and Sarah called a hasty farewell to her friends before teleporting back to the castle with Jareth.
* * *
Ragan sat at the head of the long oak table with a frown that was increasingly getting deeper.
::Weak mided fools!:: he thought to himself. He knew that the Borderlords that sat here at the meeting that he had called were already weak but he hadn't bargained on them being this weak. Weak enough to refuse to help a campaign that would ensure them all the wealth and power that they could ever dream of and there kingdoms would indeed become triple the size they were now.
Impassioned, Ragan jumped to his feet.
"Are we forever going to be the scourge of the Underground? We must revolt, unite against our common enemy and seize the land that it is our destiny rule!" he exclaimed and The borderlord of the South, Minon spoke up.
"Ragan, we know that you have a vendetta against the Goblin King, but you do not seem to see the foolishness in going up against him. He controls the largest army and the greatest power that the Underground has seen. Jareth has far surpassed his father, and even then with Jandar on the throne he defeated us. The last time Borderlords took up sword against the Goblin King, masses of our forces were slaughtered and our fathers were fortunate to escape with their lives, and even then Jandar showed mercy, he exiled them back to their Kingdoms and now we must uphold the terms that the previous King has imposed. Do you think that Jareth will indeed show mercy to those trying to seize his home and his throne, and what of our families? What is to happen to them while we are off fighting in a pointless war, many of us have children who should not go fatherless because of the foolish lust for power and riches!"
Ragan growled,
"I see that time has robbed you of your courage Minon!" he roared, and Minon sighed,
"It is not courage that is motivating this ploy Ragan, It is pure greed and jealousy, I will have no part in it" he exclaimed and Ragan stared in astinishment as a murmur of agreement was sounded by the five other Borderlords at the table.
Enraged, Ragan walked furiously to the door and then turned.
"I shall bring the Goblin King to his knees!" he roared,
"And I shall do it without your help!" he finished, the heavy door slamming in his wake.
* * *
Sarah, Jareth, Alanya and Findlay stood outside the castle holding their bags.
The oracle stood before them, along with Hoggle and Findlay's second in command.
"I am trusting you to take care of the castle until we return" stated Jareth somberly, and the trio nodded humbly.
Jareth smiled and placed a hand on Sarah's shoulders.
"It's nice of Dranion to let us stay" she stated and Jareth smiled.
"Yeah, he owes me one" he stated lazily and smiled with relish. Findlay and Alanya stood ready and Alanya rolled her eyes to the heavens.
"Get a move on you two, or we'll miss our teleportation!" she exclaimed, amused Jareth chuckled and Findlay wrapped his arms around Alanya, grinning as she snuggled closer to him.
"You ready to go Jar? Or you wanna stay here?" he teased lightly and Jareth smiled.
"I don't mind" he replied to Findlay, before whispering to Sarah,
"As long as I'm with you"
Sarah smiled and quickly followed Jareth to stand beside Alanya and Findlay.
"Let's go" stated Jareth and Findlay, Alanya and Jareth teleported. Sarah paused and quickly ran over to Hoggle. Giving him a tight hug.
"I'll be back soon" she promised,
Sarah turned to the oracle, he looked away and Sarah bent down toward the old fey.
"What is it?" she asked softly.
And a sad look crossed the Oracles face.
"Be careful fare lady, for your actions in the coming days will determine the fate of your beloved and those close to you" he stated and Sarah reeled.
"What-What must I do?" she demanded of the Oracle shakily, but the Oracle shook his head,
"I can tell you know more, but know this, the future I have seen just now is not set and you of all people have the power to change it" he stated.
Sarah nodded and smiled sadly. ::I hope he's right:: she thought, wondering if it was indeed a mistake to even be visiting the Mortal Kingdom at all.
Sarah conjured a crystal and handed it to Hoggle.
"I want you to keep in touch, for I fear some grave purpose may prevent me from doing so, and in case of anything, anything at all that troubles you Hoggle, don't hesitate to use it" she stated seriously, and Hoggle nodded, in comprehension.
Sarah hastily teleported and hurried over to where Jareth was standing,On the rise, just in front of the Mortal Kingdom waiting for her.
"What took you so long?" he queried,
Sarah smiled and then took his hand, "I had to tell Hoggle something" she said quickly, she would tell him later.
Sarah turned to face the Mortal Kingdom and felt a jolt hurtle down her spine. Recovering her composure, she frowned, she had the oddest feeling.
"I've been here before" she stated, puzzled.
And Jareth frowned, "It's Seran that's making you feel that Sarah" he stated,
But Sarah ignored him, not hearing.
" You woke up here, two days ago" he continued.
Half listening, Sarah took in the shape of the Castle.
"No" she intoned softly, "Before that"
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(Chapter 13)
Vacation.
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Jareth guided Sarah through the doors of the castle and into the throne room. They had left Dranion to return to his kingdom and shortly after had returned to the castle.
"Jareth, I think I know what's been happening to me" stated Sarah reservedly and Jareth caught her with a piercing gaze from his changeling eyes. He smiled,
"Sarah, It's all right, I know. Somehow Seran is taking over your body" he replied. Sarah nodded, and then frowned. "How did you figure it out?" she asked and Jareth smirked, "well, It all makes sense doesn't it? And beside Dranion helped shed a little light on the subject" he replied and wrapped a comforting arm around her shoulders and trailed a light run of kisses down her neck.
Sarah laughed, but then sobered.
"What are we going to do?" she questioned, uncertainly flicking her gaze toward him. Jareth smiled reassuringly.
"Do you still feel drawn to the Mortal Kingdom?" he asked nonchalantly and Sarah nodded, "It's like it's in my blood, which it probably is, but it's always there at the back of my mind, beckoning. I guess that's why I went there in my sleep" she rationalized and then smiled as Jareth pulled her close to him.
He placed a kiss on the top of her head and then whispered,
"Then we're going on a little holiday"
* * *
Alanya sat and fidgeted with her dress and then smiled as Sarah approached,
"How are you feeling?" she asked when Sarah had sat down.
Sarah smiled at her mother.
"You know, I'm ok I don't know why, but I haven't been taken over since the incident this morning, I think it took a lot out of her" she replied and grasped her mothers hand within her own, squeezing it for support.
Alanya sighed and wondered what Findlay was doing at that moment.
"I don't know why my mother would be doing such a thing Sarah, From what you've told me and the story that I told you, My guess would be that she has something that she needs you to do for her" she stated tiredly. Sarah smiled once again,
"I think Jareth's found a way to solve it all mother" she stated and Alanya sat up to listen.
Alanya was silent and so Sarah continued. "We're going to go and visit the Mortal Kingdom for a couple of days and hopefully while we're there, whatever is supposed to happen does" Alanya thought a moment.
"Did you want Findlay and I to accompany you and Jareth?" she asked uncertainly and Sarah nodded. "I thought you'd never ask" she stated with a laugh.
* * *
Ragan sat thoughtfully on his throne and wondered about Toran, Ragan knew that the boy was confused but he also knew that the time had come when his son would execute both Jareth and Findlay and make him proud.
He was still gloating about his upcoming success when the creature that had so faithfully spied on The Goblin King on previous occasions entered the room.
He walked up to the throne and bowed low.
"My Lord" he intoned respectfully and Ragan leapt to his feet.
"What news of The Goblin King do you have for me?" he demanded and The creature smiled with relish.
"My Lord Ragan, I have discovered that both the Goblin King, His second in command and their women are going away for a while to the Mortal Kingdom" he stated. And Ragan frowned. ::What business could they possibly have there?" he thought to himself.
Borderlords of the Underground had not ventured there since the days of the War of Ages and his fathers reign.
Ragan remembered how that had ended and how Jareth's father, Jandar had triumphed over his father and had exiled him back to his kingdom on the fringes of the Underground.
Ragan let out a roar and slammed his fist down on the wooden table in the center of the room, causing it to splinter and crack, breaking in half.
The creature scurried away and Ragan knew that this was too good of an opportunity to pass up, he had to capitalize on it. This would not be a silly or trivial assault. This would be all out war, the campaign to end all campaigns, he would do what his father had once done, but this time, he would triumph.
* * *
Findlay smiled to himself as he packed a bag with the assorted clothes and other items he would need for the trip away.
Alanya had come and told him of it earlier in the day and had told him that both she and him had been requested to come along.
Findlay knew that this would be an instrumental time for Jareth and Sarah, and he knew that the reason why they were going was to resolve the conflict that had befallen Sarah.
Findlay knew the story of what had happened, the attack and Jareth's conclusion, and Alanya had told him, when she was here, exactly who Seran was, therefore eliminating his confusion.
He grinned to himself. He couldn't wait to spend the weekend with Alanya, and he hoped that sometime soon he would have the guts to ask for her hand as Jareth had asked for Sarah's.
Still smiling, he exited his house and teleported to the throne room.
* * *
Jareth wrapped his arms around Sarah and she smiled at him, turning in his arms.
"You don't know how much this means to me Jareth, getting to stay where my Grandmother once lived. Thank you" she stated softly and Jareth felt his heartbeat soar. How he loved this girl.
"Sarah, anything that you want or need is yours you know that, I love you with all of my heart and soul, more than I've loved anyone, ever." He replied and Sarah reached up and stroked his face.
"Do you know how wonderful you are?" she asked and Jareth smirked.
"Yes" he replied arrogantly and then laughed as Sarah glared and poked him in the ribs.
"Findlay and Alanya have agreed to come with us" stated Jareth and Sarah grinned.
"I'm glad, they need some time together, alone" she emphasized and Jareth smiled wolfishly.
"Just like another couple I know" he stated and kissed her softly. Sarah smiled,
"Something like that" she agreed wryly.
* * *
Sarah accompanied Jareth when he went to pack his bag and sat down on his four poster bed.
"mmm" she intoned and lay back on the luxuriously soft quilt. Jareth looked over at her and smiled with relish.
"You like that do you?" he enquired, eyebrow raised. Sarah smiled and nodded lazily, stretching. "Uh huh" she replied and then turned over, grinning into the bedcover.
Jareth laughed and turned back to his packing.
"Hmm, black or grey?" he mused to himself and Sarah jumped up and went to lean against him. "Black" she stated and he nodded in agreement.
"Black it is then." He replied.
Sarah smiled and kissed his chin, "I never did see how tights could possibly be considered a good choice of clothing" she spoke softly and Jareth glared, offended. Sarah laughed wickedly and kissed the pout from his mouth.
"You didn't let me finish" she muttered and Jareth raised a hopeful eyebrow, staying quiet.
"But on you, they look positively sexy" she finished and Jareth smirked, kissing her lips with desire that was barely leashed. She giggled and started to say something but Jareth silenced her with another breath stealing embrace.
Suddenly bold, Sarah walked a hand down Jareth's chest and fingered the band of his tights. Growing bolder with each passing second, she traced her way down the front of his tights and paused hesitantly when she reached his groin.
Jareth groaned and picked her up, she linked her legs around his waist and grasped his head, kissing him deeply.
"Sarah" moaned Jareth and pulled her closer. He lay her down on the bed and followed her down, kissing her softly. She reached up and clasped his platinum locks in her hands.
Suddenly Findlay appeared before them and said;
"Jareth, where have you….Oh, uh..sorry" he stated embarrassed.
Jareth growled and glanced at Sarah. She hid her face in his chest feeling as though she would die of embarrassment.
"Uh.. I'll come back" stated Findlay hurriedly and teleported out of the room as quickly as he could.
Sarah extracted herself out from under the Goblin King and sighed, mortified.
"I can't believe that just happened!" she exclaimed, hurriedly retying the straps on her torso that had mysteriously come undone.
Jareth smirked,
"Well at least we're getting some" he stated and then put a hand over his mouth, realizing that he had said that aloud.
Sarah whirled and glared at him, her white palm struck him across the cheek and left a red, raw mark.
Sarah stormed out of the room and then, once in the hall, ignored Jareth's call and teleported, thanking the fact that she had such powers.
* * *
Hoggle, Ludo and Sir Didymus sat on a small slope in the gardens. They sat dejectedly, upset that Sarah was going away and that they weren't able to come.
Ever the gallant gentleman, Sir Didymus rose and stated "Well, I am sure that fair Lady Sarah has a good reason for going away to the Mortal Kingdom and she will come back soon" he piped up.
Hoggle nodded sadly, "And maybe Sarah will bring us back presents" he stated hopefully.
Ludo looked up, "Pwesents?" he asked excitedly and Ambrosious barked in agreement.
Hoggle rose, and was just about to leave when Sarah appeared before him.
"Sarah!" he exclaimed. And Sir Didymus and Ludo rushed over to her.
"Sawah fwend bwing Ludo pwesent?" he asked hopefully and Sarah nodded.
"Of course I'll bring you guys back presents, but I'll only be gone for a couple of days, don't be sad" she stated consolingly.
"What's the matter Sarah?" asked Hoggle, taking her hand.
Sarah marveled at the dwarfs perception.
She sat down and sighed heavily.
"Just Jareth, If it isn't one thing it's another do you know what I mean?" she stated annoyance coming through clearly in her tone.
Hoggle grinned and then nodded his head.
"Just have patience with him Sarah, I'm no advocate of the Goblin King but I do know that if you are going to be with him, then you'll need it" he replied kindly and Sarah hugged him quickly, The others all crowded in for the hug and Sarah laughed as Ludo squeezed her so tight she could barely breath, but she wouldn't have it any other way.
* * *
Findlay and Alanya had been talking quietly to themselves when Jareth stormed in. Findlay sensed that Jareth wanted to talk to Alanya about something, ::Probably Sarah:: he thought to himself. He gave her a quick kiss on the cheek and bid her farewell, teleporting out into the garden, he had no idea what, if anything had happened but he was determined to fix it.
* * *
"She hit me!" whined Jareth petulantly. Alanya frowned, now here was the Jareth she had come to know and love before Sarah had returned to the Labyrinth.
"I'm sure she had good reason Jareth!" she exclaimed, exasperated.
"What did you do?" she demanded accusingly and Jareth held up his hands in defeat.
"I might have said something.. that I shouldn't have" he stated stiltedly and Alanya grinned.
"Well, just go and apologize to her, she's not unreasonable and I'm sure she'll forgive you if you grovel..a lot." She stated nonchalantly, smirking ever so softly.
Jareth growled under his breath and disappeared into a cacophony of glitter.
::I do believe my daughter has a good influence on the Goblin King:: she thought with amusement.
Remembering that Findlay and she had been in the middle of their conversation, she went to look for him.
* * *
Ludo wrestled Sarah to the ground and she laughed, tears streaming down her cheeks.
"OK! OK, you win" she yelped and got to her feet, wiping the dirt from her gown.
Jareth appeared beside her and she had to smother a laugh at the petulant expression currently residing on his flawless features.
Failing, she guffawed and then covered her mouth with her hand before she started to choke.
Jareth frowned and stared at his boots.
Ambrosious whined and Sir Didymus jumped to his feet.
"What may we do for you sir?" he piped up and Jareth frowned again.
"Sarah, can I speak to you?" he asked softly, and Sarah nodded slightly, she walked toward a bench, and Jareth followed.
Sarah sat, and Jareth sat down heavily beside her.
"I-I" stammered Jareth,
"I" began Sarah.
They both laughed and motioned for the other to go,
Jareth grimaced and spoke up.
"Sarah, I'm sorry for making that comment, it was in no way intended for you to take offence from" he stated carefully, and a small smile graced Sarah's lips, causing a hopeful one to lace across Jareth's.
"It's ok Jareth, I-I overreacted, it was stupid" she stated, gesturing emphatically. Jareth laughed and Sarah joined in.
"We make quite a team don't we" he stated wryly and Sarah nodded, grinning back. They embraced, and Sarah called a hasty farewell to her friends before teleporting back to the castle with Jareth.
* * *
Ragan sat at the head of the long oak table with a frown that was increasingly getting deeper.
::Weak mided fools!:: he thought to himself. He knew that the Borderlords that sat here at the meeting that he had called were already weak but he hadn't bargained on them being this weak. Weak enough to refuse to help a campaign that would ensure them all the wealth and power that they could ever dream of and there kingdoms would indeed become triple the size they were now.
Impassioned, Ragan jumped to his feet.
"Are we forever going to be the scourge of the Underground? We must revolt, unite against our common enemy and seize the land that it is our destiny rule!" he exclaimed and The borderlord of the South, Minon spoke up.
"Ragan, we know that you have a vendetta against the Goblin King, but you do not seem to see the foolishness in going up against him. He controls the largest army and the greatest power that the Underground has seen. Jareth has far surpassed his father, and even then with Jandar on the throne he defeated us. The last time Borderlords took up sword against the Goblin King, masses of our forces were slaughtered and our fathers were fortunate to escape with their lives, and even then Jandar showed mercy, he exiled them back to their Kingdoms and now we must uphold the terms that the previous King has imposed. Do you think that Jareth will indeed show mercy to those trying to seize his home and his throne, and what of our families? What is to happen to them while we are off fighting in a pointless war, many of us have children who should not go fatherless because of the foolish lust for power and riches!"
Ragan growled,
"I see that time has robbed you of your courage Minon!" he roared, and Minon sighed,
"It is not courage that is motivating this ploy Ragan, It is pure greed and jealousy, I will have no part in it" he exclaimed and Ragan stared in astinishment as a murmur of agreement was sounded by the five other Borderlords at the table.
Enraged, Ragan walked furiously to the door and then turned.
"I shall bring the Goblin King to his knees!" he roared,
"And I shall do it without your help!" he finished, the heavy door slamming in his wake.
* * *
Sarah, Jareth, Alanya and Findlay stood outside the castle holding their bags.
The oracle stood before them, along with Hoggle and Findlay's second in command.
"I am trusting you to take care of the castle until we return" stated Jareth somberly, and the trio nodded humbly.
Jareth smiled and placed a hand on Sarah's shoulders.
"It's nice of Dranion to let us stay" she stated and Jareth smiled.
"Yeah, he owes me one" he stated lazily and smiled with relish. Findlay and Alanya stood ready and Alanya rolled her eyes to the heavens.
"Get a move on you two, or we'll miss our teleportation!" she exclaimed, amused Jareth chuckled and Findlay wrapped his arms around Alanya, grinning as she snuggled closer to him.
"You ready to go Jar? Or you wanna stay here?" he teased lightly and Jareth smiled.
"I don't mind" he replied to Findlay, before whispering to Sarah,
"As long as I'm with you"
Sarah smiled and quickly followed Jareth to stand beside Alanya and Findlay.
"Let's go" stated Jareth and Findlay, Alanya and Jareth teleported. Sarah paused and quickly ran over to Hoggle. Giving him a tight hug.
"I'll be back soon" she promised,
Sarah turned to the oracle, he looked away and Sarah bent down toward the old fey.
"What is it?" she asked softly.
And a sad look crossed the Oracles face.
"Be careful fare lady, for your actions in the coming days will determine the fate of your beloved and those close to you" he stated and Sarah reeled.
"What-What must I do?" she demanded of the Oracle shakily, but the Oracle shook his head,
"I can tell you know more, but know this, the future I have seen just now is not set and you of all people have the power to change it" he stated.
Sarah nodded and smiled sadly. ::I hope he's right:: she thought, wondering if it was indeed a mistake to even be visiting the Mortal Kingdom at all.
Sarah conjured a crystal and handed it to Hoggle.
"I want you to keep in touch, for I fear some grave purpose may prevent me from doing so, and in case of anything, anything at all that troubles you Hoggle, don't hesitate to use it" she stated seriously, and Hoggle nodded, in comprehension.
Sarah hastily teleported and hurried over to where Jareth was standing,On the rise, just in front of the Mortal Kingdom waiting for her.
"What took you so long?" he queried,
Sarah smiled and then took his hand, "I had to tell Hoggle something" she said quickly, she would tell him later.
Sarah turned to face the Mortal Kingdom and felt a jolt hurtle down her spine. Recovering her composure, she frowned, she had the oddest feeling.
"I've been here before" she stated, puzzled.
And Jareth frowned, "It's Seran that's making you feel that Sarah" he stated,
But Sarah ignored him, not hearing.
" You woke up here, two days ago" he continued.
Half listening, Sarah took in the shape of the Castle.
"No" she intoned softly, "Before that"
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