LOL . . . I didn't expect that many responses . . . Now let's see if I can
remember them all :o)
To all of you who asked this question -
What does he mean by 'it was already too late?' hehe . . . um well, you'll just have to wait and see.
JediknightBalthasar. . . What of Rehana? Be patient for goodness sakes! The only thing I can tell you, (so you don't die of anticipation) is that she is all right, but relax, you're going to end giving yourself a heart attack or something.
Is Elrond going to do something? You have to wait
Is Estel going to do something? You have to wait.
Yes Elrond is worried about both Caycayal and his sons, but really, he has yet to find out what has happened.
You're right, Rehana is not a bad person, just a confused kid. Like I said before, Rehana is fine, and RELAX . . .
As for what happened, you sound a lot like me, but I don't have science or math, I'm finished with those classes . . . but still, too much homework at once is not a good thing.
As for me, I am fairing well, despite the fact that I'm incredibly sore, my arms, my legs, and my knees (which have lovely bruises forming on them btw)
Anita
LOL . . .and ouch . . . be careful will ya? Rescue is on the way . . . you'll have to see what happens . . . yes the dreaded words "You have to wait" I know I know, I am trying to keep the story moving along at a nice pace, but you still have to wait.
Lotholien
Me and my horrible cliffie's, yes I know, I think a few people are getting rather annoyed at me for that. But it isn't my fault, go talk to Cassia and Sio about that, they have a rather strong influence on me in that issue. :o)
Smeagol
JediKnightBalthasar . . . who is that? LOL . . . just kidding, of course I'm familiar with Balthasar. *Grin* Yes well I suppose there were dark Elves just as kind Elves. By the way it sounds the two of you don't like Cayal, who is Cayal by the way?
I gather the two of you have history together. Both of you have mentioned the holocaust.
Okay then, I think I covered everything . . . not sure, If I missed anyone, let me know :o)
Also I recommend that you check out some of my friend's (Felealian) work, especially her newest story, The Lady Ranger, and let her know what you think. :o)
'Two souls in one, two hearts into one heart' -Du Bartas-
Chapter 13: Rescue
Caycayal was unaware that he had drifted off to sleep until someone was shaking his shoulders. Only half awake, and caught unaware, he threw his hands up to cover his face. Gentle hands grasped his own, pulling them away, as the person talked to him softly, slipping into the gray tongue.
He opened his eyes, and after a few moments his vision cleared, and he saw Elrohir kneeling next to him. Elladan was resting in the corner, but his eyes were locked on him, filled with worry. "What?" he asked softly, not catching what he had said earlier.
"What's wrong," Elrohir asked softly.
Caycayal shook his head softly, pushing Elrohir away. Resting his head against the wall he closed his eyes with a heavy sigh. "Nothing, I'm fine," he whispered softly.
"No you're not," Elrohir said softly. He let his hand come up and rest against Caycayal's cheek. He was shocked by how cold his skin was. It was almost like touching ice. Caycayal's face was also pale, even for an elf. His breaths came in short heavy falls, and he noted the way his strength seemed to be draining away. "What's is it?"
Caycayal let out a sigh. He knew he could not put them off. In truth he was feeling worse than before. Whispering softly, Elrohir had to draw near to hear him. "Arseiliene poisoning."
"Where?" Elrohir asked, glancing back at Elladan. If it was indeed Arseiliene, Caycayal was in trouble. Arseiliene was a lethal poison from a water snake. As rare as it was to contract the poison, the antidote was even harder to find. "Caycayal, where did it bite you?" he asked again.
Caycayal shook his head, "I wasn't," he whispered softly.
"What are saying?" Elrohir asked, studying his face.
Caycayal gave a sigh. "Remember when I said they weren't too happy when I helped Estel," he said, leaving Elrohir to finish.
Elrohir's eyes widened, "But, they wouldn't, how could they?"
Caycayal opened his eyes, focusing on Elrohir. "Do you think they really care?" he closed his eyes with a heavy sigh. He was not enjoying the present conversation. He felt so tired; all he wanted to do was sleep. A hand on his shoulder forced himself to open his eyes again.
"Don't you give up, you hear. We're going to get out of here," Elrohir glanced back at his brother who was still leaning against the wall, "All of us."
Caycayal turned away, letting his eyes fall shut as he was swept away suddenly into darkness. Whether he was falling into death, or unconsciousness, he wasn't sure, but at that time he did not care.
*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*
"Estel, you stay near me, or one of the others, do you understand?"
Estel nodded, balancing himself on the back part of the saddle as they rode down the path. "Yes Ada," he said calmly.
Elrond guided the horse down easily; the other Elves rode near him. It was time things were settled. He should have been more careful. After what they had done to Estel, and the stories Caycayal had told them earlier, he should have not sent the twins alone. He would never forgive himself if something had happened to them.
Up ahead the village could be seen, and Estel leaned over, carefully peering around Elrond. "That's it there," he said, pointing.
Elrond nodded. "Well, then. Let's hope they have a reasonable explanation, shall we," he said calmly as they approached.
They were met at the entrance to the village; Elrond had made sure that Estel was safely out of sight before they arrived. He did not want to give off the fact that he already knew what had happened.
The Elf nodded, "My Lord. What brings you out here?"
Elrond studied the younger elf carefully. He held himself in a proud manner, his dark eyes betraying the fact that he was scared.
"I heard that you have prisoners here," he said softly.
The other Elf seemed to be shocked, but his acting was not lost on the Elf Lord.
"My Lord, I do not know were you heard such a rumor, but it certainly isn't true."
Elrond nodded. "Very well then, you won't mind us taking a look around, will you?"
"Certainly my Lord. Feel free to search. You and your people are welcomed here."
Elrond nodded again. "Estel, would you lead the way?" he asked.
Estel slid off the horse with his father following behind carefully. "Yes father. I know where it is."
A shocked expression crossed his face as the small boy walked passed him, but he quickly banished it when the Elf Lord passed him.
Estel led Elrond and the others to the back of the village, across the dirt fields to a small building that was hidden near the trees. Pushing the large door open he slipped inside, with Elrond on his heels. Elrond paused for a moment, lifting a ring of keys off a nail that they hung on.
Estel quickly crossed the room, over to the adjoining room, where the children were kept. He moved over to the bars, gripping them tightly and looking in. Jovel, Tyson and Rehana caught sight of him almost immediately, and scrambling over the others in there they crossed the room quickly.
"You're okay," Jovel said softly. We were so worried about you."
Rehana nodded, "Sorry I hit you," she added softly. "But what are you doing here? How did you . . ."
She stopped suddenly as Elrond caught up to his son, taking in the children for the first time. Warily the three pulled back as the strange Elf kneeled in front of them.
"It is all right young ones, you're safe now. I won't hurt you," he said, trying to ease the frightened look in their eyes. He pulled the keys out, slowly shifting through them until he found the right one, and unlocked the door.
He turned to look up at the Elf nearest to him. "Evor, you and the others take these children back to Rivendell. See that they are fed, and washed, and receive care. Make sure no one is forgotten."
"Yes my Lord, come along then," he beckoned to the children, but none of them moved. Estel laughed softly.
"It's going to be all right," he told them softly. "You can trust them."
Slowly Tyson nodded, and came out, Rehana and Jovel followed also. The rest of the children followed at a slower pace. Within moments the room was empty except for Elrond and Estel.
"Now," Elrond said softly, glancing at his son, "There are only three more that we need to find."
He could only hope that it was not too late.
TBC . . .
To all of you who asked this question -
What does he mean by 'it was already too late?' hehe . . . um well, you'll just have to wait and see.
JediknightBalthasar. . . What of Rehana? Be patient for goodness sakes! The only thing I can tell you, (so you don't die of anticipation) is that she is all right, but relax, you're going to end giving yourself a heart attack or something.
Is Elrond going to do something? You have to wait
Is Estel going to do something? You have to wait.
Yes Elrond is worried about both Caycayal and his sons, but really, he has yet to find out what has happened.
You're right, Rehana is not a bad person, just a confused kid. Like I said before, Rehana is fine, and RELAX . . .
As for what happened, you sound a lot like me, but I don't have science or math, I'm finished with those classes . . . but still, too much homework at once is not a good thing.
As for me, I am fairing well, despite the fact that I'm incredibly sore, my arms, my legs, and my knees (which have lovely bruises forming on them btw)
Anita
LOL . . .and ouch . . . be careful will ya? Rescue is on the way . . . you'll have to see what happens . . . yes the dreaded words "You have to wait" I know I know, I am trying to keep the story moving along at a nice pace, but you still have to wait.
Lotholien
Me and my horrible cliffie's, yes I know, I think a few people are getting rather annoyed at me for that. But it isn't my fault, go talk to Cassia and Sio about that, they have a rather strong influence on me in that issue. :o)
Smeagol
JediKnightBalthasar . . . who is that? LOL . . . just kidding, of course I'm familiar with Balthasar. *Grin* Yes well I suppose there were dark Elves just as kind Elves. By the way it sounds the two of you don't like Cayal, who is Cayal by the way?
I gather the two of you have history together. Both of you have mentioned the holocaust.
Okay then, I think I covered everything . . . not sure, If I missed anyone, let me know :o)
Also I recommend that you check out some of my friend's (Felealian) work, especially her newest story, The Lady Ranger, and let her know what you think. :o)
'Two souls in one, two hearts into one heart' -Du Bartas-
Chapter 13: Rescue
Caycayal was unaware that he had drifted off to sleep until someone was shaking his shoulders. Only half awake, and caught unaware, he threw his hands up to cover his face. Gentle hands grasped his own, pulling them away, as the person talked to him softly, slipping into the gray tongue.
He opened his eyes, and after a few moments his vision cleared, and he saw Elrohir kneeling next to him. Elladan was resting in the corner, but his eyes were locked on him, filled with worry. "What?" he asked softly, not catching what he had said earlier.
"What's wrong," Elrohir asked softly.
Caycayal shook his head softly, pushing Elrohir away. Resting his head against the wall he closed his eyes with a heavy sigh. "Nothing, I'm fine," he whispered softly.
"No you're not," Elrohir said softly. He let his hand come up and rest against Caycayal's cheek. He was shocked by how cold his skin was. It was almost like touching ice. Caycayal's face was also pale, even for an elf. His breaths came in short heavy falls, and he noted the way his strength seemed to be draining away. "What's is it?"
Caycayal let out a sigh. He knew he could not put them off. In truth he was feeling worse than before. Whispering softly, Elrohir had to draw near to hear him. "Arseiliene poisoning."
"Where?" Elrohir asked, glancing back at Elladan. If it was indeed Arseiliene, Caycayal was in trouble. Arseiliene was a lethal poison from a water snake. As rare as it was to contract the poison, the antidote was even harder to find. "Caycayal, where did it bite you?" he asked again.
Caycayal shook his head, "I wasn't," he whispered softly.
"What are saying?" Elrohir asked, studying his face.
Caycayal gave a sigh. "Remember when I said they weren't too happy when I helped Estel," he said, leaving Elrohir to finish.
Elrohir's eyes widened, "But, they wouldn't, how could they?"
Caycayal opened his eyes, focusing on Elrohir. "Do you think they really care?" he closed his eyes with a heavy sigh. He was not enjoying the present conversation. He felt so tired; all he wanted to do was sleep. A hand on his shoulder forced himself to open his eyes again.
"Don't you give up, you hear. We're going to get out of here," Elrohir glanced back at his brother who was still leaning against the wall, "All of us."
Caycayal turned away, letting his eyes fall shut as he was swept away suddenly into darkness. Whether he was falling into death, or unconsciousness, he wasn't sure, but at that time he did not care.
*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*
"Estel, you stay near me, or one of the others, do you understand?"
Estel nodded, balancing himself on the back part of the saddle as they rode down the path. "Yes Ada," he said calmly.
Elrond guided the horse down easily; the other Elves rode near him. It was time things were settled. He should have been more careful. After what they had done to Estel, and the stories Caycayal had told them earlier, he should have not sent the twins alone. He would never forgive himself if something had happened to them.
Up ahead the village could be seen, and Estel leaned over, carefully peering around Elrond. "That's it there," he said, pointing.
Elrond nodded. "Well, then. Let's hope they have a reasonable explanation, shall we," he said calmly as they approached.
They were met at the entrance to the village; Elrond had made sure that Estel was safely out of sight before they arrived. He did not want to give off the fact that he already knew what had happened.
The Elf nodded, "My Lord. What brings you out here?"
Elrond studied the younger elf carefully. He held himself in a proud manner, his dark eyes betraying the fact that he was scared.
"I heard that you have prisoners here," he said softly.
The other Elf seemed to be shocked, but his acting was not lost on the Elf Lord.
"My Lord, I do not know were you heard such a rumor, but it certainly isn't true."
Elrond nodded. "Very well then, you won't mind us taking a look around, will you?"
"Certainly my Lord. Feel free to search. You and your people are welcomed here."
Elrond nodded again. "Estel, would you lead the way?" he asked.
Estel slid off the horse with his father following behind carefully. "Yes father. I know where it is."
A shocked expression crossed his face as the small boy walked passed him, but he quickly banished it when the Elf Lord passed him.
Estel led Elrond and the others to the back of the village, across the dirt fields to a small building that was hidden near the trees. Pushing the large door open he slipped inside, with Elrond on his heels. Elrond paused for a moment, lifting a ring of keys off a nail that they hung on.
Estel quickly crossed the room, over to the adjoining room, where the children were kept. He moved over to the bars, gripping them tightly and looking in. Jovel, Tyson and Rehana caught sight of him almost immediately, and scrambling over the others in there they crossed the room quickly.
"You're okay," Jovel said softly. We were so worried about you."
Rehana nodded, "Sorry I hit you," she added softly. "But what are you doing here? How did you . . ."
She stopped suddenly as Elrond caught up to his son, taking in the children for the first time. Warily the three pulled back as the strange Elf kneeled in front of them.
"It is all right young ones, you're safe now. I won't hurt you," he said, trying to ease the frightened look in their eyes. He pulled the keys out, slowly shifting through them until he found the right one, and unlocked the door.
He turned to look up at the Elf nearest to him. "Evor, you and the others take these children back to Rivendell. See that they are fed, and washed, and receive care. Make sure no one is forgotten."
"Yes my Lord, come along then," he beckoned to the children, but none of them moved. Estel laughed softly.
"It's going to be all right," he told them softly. "You can trust them."
Slowly Tyson nodded, and came out, Rehana and Jovel followed also. The rest of the children followed at a slower pace. Within moments the room was empty except for Elrond and Estel.
"Now," Elrond said softly, glancing at his son, "There are only three more that we need to find."
He could only hope that it was not too late.
TBC . . .