Ash's Knight In Shining Armour





Ash ran and ran, not knowing where he was going. All he knew was that he had to find a way
out of this terrible place. Brock was dead. Misty was dead. Chaindog was probably dead by
now. Ash began to cry as he ran down the dark tunnels, hopelessly looking for an exit.
He rounded one bend, then another, coming face to face with a huge beast.

Gary limped through the tunnels, searching for the way out. By some miracle and the grace
of the gods he had survived the attack, but was badly wounded. He was coverd in deep cuts
and bruises. His shirt was torn and hanging of one shoulder and he had sprained his sword
arm badly. Hearing a loud roar further down the tunnel, Gary wearily raised his sword,
setting off towards the noise.

The huge Minotaur thrusted it's battleaxe angrily into the small cave in the wall. Ash had
spotted the tiny hole and had crawled through into the cave, where he now sat, whimpering
with fear and helplessness.

Gary entered a large cavern, seeing a large monster thrusting a weapon into a hole in the
wall. Realising it was trying to kill something Gary charged, slicing the beast's head off.
He looked into the hole and saw a small shape shivering in the darkness. He quickly drew
his sword back, preparing to plunge it into the cave and kill the creature.

Ash saw the shadow raise it's sword to kill him. It all became too much and he just broke
down in tears.

Gary thrusted his sword, then froze as he heard the pitiful sobs.
"Please" the shape whispered. "Please don't kill me. Take my weapons. Take my things,
just please don't hurt me." Recognising the voice, Gary almost laughed out loud with relief.
He quickly sheathed his sword and crawled into the small cave.

Ash saw the figure crawling into his cave and gave himself up for dead. Then he felt strong
arms wrapping round him.
Then he heard a voice he thought he'd never hear again. Gary's.
"Shhhhh. It's okay, Ash, it's okay. It's gonna be okay. You're safe now. It's me, it's me.
It's me, Gary. I'm here, Ash. I'm here for you." Ash choked back his sobs, burying his
face into Gary's neck.
"Gary" he sobbed. "Gary...I thought you were dead. I...I thought i'd never see you again.
I thought...I thought..." Gary squeezed Ash tightly, letting the boy cry into his shoulder.
"Shhh, it's okay. I'm here, Ash. I'm here. Don't cry. Don't cry." Ash sniffled, wiping his
eyes and hiccuping.
"Everyone's dead," he whispered. Gary shook his head.
"No, Ash. I'm not dead. You're not dead. I thought you would be, though. I'm so glad you're
okay." Ash nodded, then gasped as he saw Gary's wounds.
"Gary, you're hurt." Gary shrugged.
"I'm fine, Ash." Ash shook his head.
"No. You're hurt. Here." Ash pulled the potion out of his backpack. "Take your shirt off."
Gary obediantly removed his shirt. Ash swallowed hard, forcing himself to tear his eyes
away from the tanned skin. He poured the potion into his hand and hesitantly reached towards
Gary's chest. Gary gently gripped Ash's wrist, placing it on his chest. Ash took a deep
breath and began to rub the healing lotion into Gary's chest. Gary closed his eyes, leaning
back and sighing softly. Ash rubbed Gary's shoulders, watching the wounds heal before his
eyes. Gary moaned quietly as Ash's hands rubbed the liquid into his whole body. Even though
he was fully healed, Ash continued to rub, delighting in the feel of Gary's warm skin under
his fingers.After a few seconds, He noticed Gary watching him. He instantly jerked back as
if he had been stung, blushing furiously. Gary reached up, gently cupping Ash's cheek.
Then he slowly pulled him down into a kiss. Ash showed no resistance, relaxing into the
kiss and granting Gary's tongue instant access. The two boys held the contact for a few
timeless moments. Then they slowly separated and stared at each other. Gary gently
stroked Ash's cheek.
"Why didn't you...? Ash looked away, blushing.
"I was too scared" he whispered. Gary gently pulled Ash into another kiss. When they
separated, a new feeling had awoken in Ash. All his previous emotions had been replaced
with pure, shining love. Tears sparkled in his eyes and, when they shared a third kiss,
he felt his emotions mirrored in Gary's movements. He didn't resist as Gary began to
slowly remove his jacket and shirt. He felt Gary's hands sliding down his bare back. He
allowed Gary to remove his pants and shorts, surrendering himself completely to the
other boy. He bared himself to Gary, moaning as the skilled hands wandered across his
chest. Gary removed his own clothes, displaying himself to Ash. The two boys stared at
each others naked bodies. Then they embraced, pressing against each other. Gary claimed Ash's
lips in a deep kiss, gently cupping his ass. He dipped his fingers in what was left of the
potion, gently spreading Ash's ass to prepare him.

Ash lay in Gary's arms, trembling, huge-eyed and completely exhausted. He squirmed in the
warm embrace as Gary tigtened his arms round the sticky bundle, gently kissing him. Gary
threaded his fingers into Ash's hair and kissed the warm, dark strands. Ash cuddled up
against Gary's chest, sighing softly.
"I love you, Gary" he whispered. He nuzzled his lover's neck, planting a soft kiss on
the warm flesh. Gary held his angel close, breathing in his scent.
"I love you too, Ash. Now go to sleep. You need your strength."
"Okay" Ash murmured. He closed his eyes, settling in Gary's arms and falling asleep
instantly. Gary cradled Ash's body, closing his own eyes to rest.

An hour later, Gary woke up. He kissed the sleeping boy in his arms. Then he gently stroked
the slender body awake. Ash murmured softly, sitting up to kiss Gary. Then he smiled at him.
"You're incredible, Gary" he whispered. Gary smiled, nuzzling his captive's neck.
"So are you" he murmured. He playfully nipped Ash's neck with his teeth. Ash giggled softly.
Then his smile faded as he remembered where he was. Gary gave Ash another kiss before slowly
dressing himself.

Ash and Gary both crawled out of their cave, dusting themselves off and looking around.
"We should look for Red Lotus" Gary said. Ash nodded and the two set off down the tunell
in the north wall. After a few moments Ash heard a soft sound and alerted Gary. Drawing
Their swords they advanced. They saw a shape on the floor, groaning softly and shuddering.
Recognising it instantly Gary quickly sheathed his sword and ran to Red Lotus' prostate
Body, cradling her in his arms. Without even looking he knew the wound was mortal. He stroked
the red hair back from her face, his eyes filling with unshed tears.
"What happened?" he whispered. Red Lotus opened her eyes, looking up at Gary through a
blood-filled haze.
"It was so fast" She whispered hoarsly. "They came so quickly. She-Devils. Three of them."
She managed to reach up, unsheathing her sword. It was as green as poison. She handed it to
Gary. "It's a Venom Sword. Use it to kill those three insensate devil-bitches. Be careful.
The leader has some kind of powerful magic. Whatever you do, don't look at...at..."
Red Lotus never finished. With a choked gasp she breathed her last, going limp in Gary's
arms. Gary held her for a few seconds, mourning silently. Then he gently laid her corpse
on the floor, standing up and turning to Ash.
"Let's go" he said softly. Ash nodded and the two set off again. After ten minuites of
walking, the adventurers enterd a large cavern filled with extraordinaryly life-like
statues. Hearing a shuffling sound, Gary drew his venom sword. Before it was out of it's
sheath, two screeching shapes appeared from nowhere, charging the boys down...

To Be Continued.

Watch out for the next chapter, "The Halls Of The Medusae." Coming soon!