~ Legolas, I don't think he knows of this kingdom, or would venture in it alone.. poor elf would be slaughtered. Soon we'll be getting into some battle scene's it looks like…
Aldanor stormed around his bedchamber. He checked the bolts that was put on the outside door once more, then started pacing again. This girl, Jodi, this woman, she frustrated him so much. She resisted his every charm that he could think of. So he started to open himself up to her to try to win her over. It backfired. Aldanor has started to feel for Jodi. So many times he has wanted to take her, but if anyone were to learn that he has taken Jodi by force he would be cast out. Any of the royal family cannot take a woman by force and let it be known. The door to Aldanor's bedchamber opened and Jodi was trusted in.
I looked around and saw Aldanor standing in the room. The guards placed me down and left. Aldanor came over to me with a smile and extended his hand to me. I looked at him but didn't take his hand. With a sigh, he grabbed my hand and pulled me over to him. I was so close to Aldanor that I had to look up to see his face.
"This will be your new sleeping quarters," Aldanor said. "That is my bed, which you will share with me, but you will have no sleeping gown." I opened my mouth to protest but Aldanor continued. "Say or try to refuse and I will strip this room of all type of cloth and you will walk around naked." Numbly I nodded my head. Aldanor released me and told me get to bed. Slowly I stripped off the gown and crawled under the covers. I felt the mattress shift under Aldanor's weight and has he pulled me up against him I realized that he was also naked. I surpressed a shiver and was awake through the whole night.
Weeks passes by, Jodi got used and was able to sleep at night but never gave in to any demands that Aldanor requested. The turtles stayed with Grigornis and he decided to introduce the turtles around. On a day out, the turtles were familiar with the town and many of the people, they were not comfortable around the attitude the men have.
"Over there," Grigornis pointed. The turtles saw a man who had dark hair and a maid in very nice clothing was at his side. She was very demure, didn't say much.
"That is Prince Aldanor," Grigornis said, indicating that he wanted the turtles to follow him. "Come I want you to meet him." Making there way over they never got a good look at the girls face. When they saw, her, they couldn't believe that they were seeing Jodi.
Looking up and seeing the turtles, was a shock that I almost fell over. Aldanor asked if I was all right and I claimed I just stumbled. The elf, who I learned was name Grigornis, introduced each turtles and Aldanor nodded and started to talk to Grigornis about the problem Grigornis was having with his wife. Sliding away from Aldanor I went to the turtles and spoke very softly, so others wouldn't hear.
"How did you guys get in here?" I didn't want them to be slaughtered.
"We're here to rescue you," Donatello whispered back.
"But I think we've gotten in a little above our heads," Raphael added and told me about the incident with the daughter. I covered my mouth, which gaped open and shook my head. Looking back to the turtles I explained how Aldanor wanted me to have his baby then once born he would show me the way home. At the turtles shocked expressions I told them, I wasn't doing that.
"Jodi," Aldanor called. I stood up a little guilty and smiled at him. He gave a weird look and told me to go.
"I am going to look into finding more about the attackers," Aldanor said. My heart pounded in my chest as I bid the turtle's goodbye. Irritated by my hesitation, Aldanor came and grabbed my arm, making me leave with him. Back in his room was where I was confined to when I was alone. I looked around the room and sighed. Things were getting more and more complicated.
The next day Aldanor informed me that there was going to be a celebration and he made sure to mention that the turtles were invited. I shrugged and pretended that it made no difference to me. Aldanor ordered special material for a dress to be made for me.
In Grigornis home, he told the turtles about the party and they were a little surprised to hear that they were specially invited. They were actually planning on leaving, since they knew the location of the Dark Elves home, to recruit help. There was no way they could defeat this alone. Not to upset Aldanor the turtles all decided to go to the party then leave straight after.
The evening was more elaborate than I expected. To me it looked like a royal party that you would read about in the medieval history. The gown Aldanor made up for me was in shades of green and it seemed to sparkle. I have no idea what the material was but it reminded me of silk and taffeta. There were musicians in a corner that played lively music and everyone danced. I think the whole village was there, at least any who had status.
I saw the turtles walk in behind Grigornis, they seemed to be his guest. How they accomplished that I have no idea. Aldanor sat in a chair next to his father while I was forced to stand close to him. No doubt about it, Aldanor's father knew who I was but the only thing he said to Aldanor was why her? Aldanor said something back that I didn't hear.
With the turtles here, I was hoping for escape. Maybe sneak me out when Aldanor wasn't looking. They were ninja's they could figure a way. Of the elves, all the girls that were not married were gathered near the wall. Some of the girls with partners actually looked happy while others look like they had no life in them. A new song came on and Aldanor stood up taking my hand.
"Would you like to dance?" Aldanor asked me. I hesitated and looked towards his father. Seeing the disapproval on the king's face insulted me.
"Sure," I said, while staring at Aldanor's father. The king's face moved into a scowl as Aldanor swept me onto the floor. He was a graceful dancer and I thanked mom in my head for the ballet she made me take as a child. Some how the gracefulness carried on into adulthood. As the song ended, Aldanor bowed to me and kissed my hand. I couldn't help but blush a little, especially with everyone turning to stare.
Taking me back to where I was to stand, Aldanor said he would be right back. Hearing the king clear his throat after Aldanor walked away, I turned and saw him beckon me to stand next to him. Slowly I went over to him.
"I do not like my son associating with you," The king said to me. "Nor do I approve of his choice of you being the mother of his child."
"Well you don't have to worry," I said. "I do not want to be a mother to any child or give birth to any." The king laughed.
"My son will have you," The king said once he caught his breath. "I see why he is so determined. My son is used to having the local girls sigh over him and long for him, even though they know he will never marry." Sitting up the king now had a slight smile on his face. "He will have you." I stared at the king until someone grabbed my sides. Jumping I saw Aldanor behind me with drinks. I gladly took one and saw that a chair was there for me too. Sipping the cup, I noticed that a warm feeling spread through me and was very sweet.
"This is good," I said, complimenting Aldanor without thinking about it. He smiled and nodded.
"Let me know if you want more," Aldanor said and returned his attention on the floor. I turned and saw that the turtles were making their way over to us. Remembering that Aldanor didn't know it was their camp he attacked, I tried to play it cool.
"Hi guys" I said. They all gave me a weird look. Oops I thought to myself. Grigornis, turned to speak to the king.
"Your majesty, these are the visitors who helped me dispose of the woman and nauseating child. The king nodded.
"It is rare to find others who agree that we live the right way," The king said.
"I never thought that we'd meet others like us," Leonardo said. "We have never wandered in this land before." I found that funny and started snickering.
"Jodi would you like another drink?" Aldanor said. I looked and saw that my cup was empty. I nodded and he took the cup.
"We will have to leave soon after tonight though." Leonardo said. That ended my laughter and I looked over at them. They were serious, they were going to leave me here. Aldanor was back with my cup and I swallowed it down quickly. As the turtles went to leave, Donatello paused close to me.
"We'll back for you," Donatello whispered. I numbly watched them go. Aldanor leaned near me and whispered something about Grigornis.
"Methinks he takes on the weirdest friends." I looked over to Aldanor and saw that he was smiling. I couldn't help but smile myself. Then I felt laughter building in me and I started to snicker. Aldanor got up and helped me to me feet. One step and I was down on the floor. Aldanor picked me up and said something to the guest. I have no idea what it was but they all laughed. Aldanor took me to his room and put me down on the bed. Everything was so funny, I don't ever remember feeling this giddy.
"Rest and I'll be back. Okay Jodi?" I laughed and said okay. I heard the door open and a lock bolt into place. I sat up fast and lay back down with a moan when the room flipped upside down on me. I don't know how long I lay there, things were fading in and out on me. I remember Aldanor coming back, him undressing me and then he crawled in to bed next to me, also naked. After that things were all a blur.