Chapter 15, Say Won't You Say
By: SilverRose82
AN: yes, I put this story on a short Hiatus. My friend it yet again in the hospital, and she cannot leave in fear of getting a random virus which could, in worst case, kill her. I'm just fearful that, that could possibly happen to her. And my other friend is in the hospital as well for other reasons, but she's out now.
5/30/03 I was going to update this yesterday but I kept getting the site overload shit and decided to go to sleep instead. This story is almost over, I say not even five more chapters left. I have an Arwen/Lórien/Galadriel chapter to write next. Work with another, get the travels back to where I need them to be, and the final chapter. So that's about five more chapters give or take my slicing them in half if I want to. Yeah, I'm not in the best of moods. I was suppose to go out with my friends today and that never took place cuz I never got a phone call to know where to meet up with them. Next week should I get a chapter written will not come out. Why, I'm getting my wisdom teeth pulled and will not be in the best of moods.
6/02/03 Got rid of the spelling mistakes in the reading, it seems I do have a program that has a spell checker with it. So spelling has been updated grammar, well nobody's perfect. Oh yeah, if anyone wants to know when I update any of my stories just tell me if your Email Addy, and I'll add you to my Updating list thing.
Serenity : Oh, don't worry, I haven't given up on this story. I've just been so cramped for time, with school coming to an end, ACTs, Finals, and all that other stuff that happens with school. Reviewers, I don't really care if a lot of people review my stories. All I know is that through this story, I've had a strong review base of the same people. And when they stop reviewing I know I've done something wrong. And you have been added to my update list. Now remembering it is another thing.
Serenity Silvermoon : You get the messed up symbols, I get the site overloads and the Proxy malfunctions.
Callisto Star : She's going somewhere, where I haven't the slightest clue, but Ren's going to be doing something. And with school, only thing I have to worry about is my VB final, everything else is going to be easy compared to that. I lied about that VB final, all we had to do was make the screen forms and type in the code given to us by the teacher.
Lady Light
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"I cannot stay, more pressing matters await." Ren spoke in hushed tones as she glanced between Gandalf and Treebeard. The sun began to break through the last of the fog in the valley, Ren glanced into the sky to see dark grey clouds looming in the distance. Turning back to study the two that awaited her to finish her thought. "Win or loose, this quest is over, the stars are ready to sing a new song, weave a new path. Sauron's Bane is to be broken."
"Nothing fowl shall over come you should this happen?" Gandalf asked as he handed the Palantir of Orthanc to Ren. Gazing at the onyx seeing stone, she wrapped it in a black, silk scarf, lowering her gaze she glanced at the muddy earth.
"Frodo will be the one to throw the ring into Mount Doom. I cannot touch the ring of power, it's evil intentions to my soul would destroy the balance. Forever." Ren told him quietly as she glanced to her side, seeing Merry and Pippin standing beside her she smiled silently. Placing the Palantir into subspace, two silver charms appeared in her hand, very similar style to the ones she had left for Frodo and Sam. Holding the small eight pointed stars in the sunlight she watched as the gemstones shimmered in the light that seeped through the cloud covered sky. Turning to Merry she handed him the star with the fiery red gem stone, to Pippin she gave the gem that appeared to be black but of closer inspection Pippin found that there were violet flames dancing within the center of the gem.
"Stars of the Cosmos." Gandalf whispered as he gazed at the pendants in Merry and Pippin's hold, Ren gazed at him silently as she turned to look behind her. She turned to face Merry and Pippin once again, smiling at them she knelt before the two of them.
"You will know when to use these pendants, we will meet again once this quest has finished." Ren whispered as she stood up, turning to Aragorn she nodded in the ranger's direction, glancing into the sky she let out a shrill whistle, answered shortly by Helios, she whistled again before letting a flurry of scarlet flames surround her, the flames reached above the soldier's head, dancing about her body before collapsing in on their selves.
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Frodo glanced around, peering above him he could see the columns of black smoke rising from the top of Mount Doom. Turning to gaze at the barren lands behind him, the muddy land and bogs that he had just crossed he almost wished that Sam was with him, almost. Looking at the object he held in his palm he smiled slightly, his clear blue eyes clouded over with desire and greed. The sky blue gem stone in the center of the Cosmos Star flashed brightly as it felt the dark powers begin to take over the hobbit's heart and soul.
Shaking his head suddenly to clear the impure thoughts that threatened to over take his mind as he continued on, staring up at the cliff face he was going to climb he took a deep breath before praying for luck. Looking around to make sure that nothing followed him, Frodo begin his climb towards the entrance to Mount Doom. Using the map of the mountain Ren had sent to him in dream Frodo realized that he was nearing his destination. Clasping the ring back around his neck he grasped for the first stone cleft, pulling himself up he remembered his reasons to begin this quest. He could not allow the world of Middle Earth to fall to the dark lord, he knew he couldn't let the people of his world down.
Grunting Frodo continued to push himself onwards, the soft whispers from the ring began to work their dark magick on the blue eyed hobbit as he continued to push forward. Knowing that he was almost to the path that would lead to the inner chamber of the mountain Frodo closed his eyes, his hand clutching the Cosmos Star tightly, trying to will the powers it contained to rush over him. Opening his eyes Frodo gazed above him, his climb became easier as he slowly made his way along the old crumbling path. The weight of the ring became heavier as he neared the cracked doorway in the mountain side.
Frodo stared from the doorway to the heart of Mount Doom, he could feel the scorching heat of the lava within lick at his face, his hair dampened with sweat as the curls lay matted against his moist skin. Walking upon the platform that stretched over the heart of the fiery pit, the ring's evil chants became louder. The molten red yellow pit below him erupted with power as it felt the ring near its area of creation. Reaching behind his neck Frodo slowly began to unclasp the chain from his neck, the whispered words reached his ears as his eyes began to darken with desire. The Cosmos Star flickered before dying, the heart of its carrier had fallen to the darkness of the ring and could no longer draw strength from the gem stone.
From the doorway came Sam, the gardener and best friend of Frodo, the kind hearted hobbit gazed at his friend in terror as he watched the blue gem of the Cosmos Star die out. Gazing down at the one he held in his own hand the evergreen stone blared to life, telling Sam that he had the strength to help Frodo. But before he could set foot into the mountain he saw Gollum rush at the maniacally laughing Frodo, Sam could only watch as his friend raised the ring above him slowly placing to gold band on his finger. The power within the mountain began to churn as they disagreed with the newest master of the ring.
"Mister Frodo!" Sam cried out as he watched Frodo slowly turn around to face him, the gentle looking hobbit had changed into a sickly looking power hungry creature. Tears stung Sam's eyes as he gazed at his best friend, he had been to late to reach Frodo, had he been quicker this could have been avoided. Hearing Frodo cry out in pain Sam looked up only to see Gollum falling into the molten pit of fire. No screams came from the creature it gazed and murmured in joy at the golden band in his grasp. Rushing towards Frodo, Sam tried to keep the worn hobbit from collapsing, gazing at his hand once they were out of the mountain Sam stared at the red liquid that covered his hand and arm. Startled he begin to hunt for the source of the deep crimson blood, turning to pry Frodo's hand off the one the ring had been placed the ring upon, Sam could only gasp in horror.
The finger which had once held the bane of Sauron had been bitten off, leaving Frodo with only a small stump of his ring-finger. As quickly as he could, Sam tore off part of his shirt to tie around the still bleeding hand. Clutching his friend close to him Sam cried out to the heavens that his closest friend be spared. Turning to look back into the fiery room he had pulled Frodo from he could only watch in silence as giant boulders began to fall into the pit of lava below, breaking the small plank like bridge in half.
"Oh Mister Frodo, why?" Sam whispered as he brushed away stray curls from Frodo's forehead, his eyes never leaving the horizon. Salty tears dropped onto his arm as he pulled Frodo closer to him, murmuring words from the song the Lady Ren had sang when they were in Moria the green gem in his Cosmos Star pulsed brightly. Sam could hear the boulders began to tear away from the outside walls of Mount Doom, he knew that the mountain was going to collapse but there was no way he was going to leave Frodo to die alone.
The sharp cries of a bird of prey caused Sam to look above him, standing not even four feet behind him were the great eagle lords of legend. Their copper feathers shone brightly, even against the black smoke of Mount Doom. The eagle closest to Sam lowered his head to gaze at the pair, looking over at his brother the first lord dipped his beak. Before once again turned towards the hobbits, his nightshade eyes shimmered in the dim light as Sam stared at the great bird.
"Samwise please allow my brother and I to take you and Frodo off this mountain side before Mount Doom collapses in upon itself." Gwaihir spoke, Sam gazed at him in concern, he knew that he could not stay with Frodo should the two eagles take them. "The Lady Serenity herself trust us with her life, Samwise. She would never send any creature she could not trust to assist those she held dear."
"I trust you not to hurt Mister Frodo, anymore than he already is?" Sam asked as he stared at the eagle before him. Gwaihir nodded as he lifted himself into the air, the draft caught Sam by surprise but he assisted in moving out of the way so Gwaihir could reach Frodo.
"Neither I nor my brother shall harm either of you. You have my word." Gwaihir told him as he lowered himself slowly to grasp Frodo in his talon. Sam rushed over to Landroval's side as the flat cleft began to shift and crack below his feet. With a shrill scream the two eagles took off from the mountain side. Sam stared behind him to watch in awe as Mount Doom slowly began to collapse onto itself. The entire mountain vanishing as the stones shattered and crashed onto the surface below. Turning to look at Gwaihir he gazed at the prone figure of Frodo, the bleeding had stopped from what he could see but he still worried about his friend. Looking towards the black gates of Mordor he could see ribbons of gold flare to life from nowhere.
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Ren stared hatefully into the lurking shadows of Barad-Dur, in the heart of Black Fortress of Sauron. A small reaction in the still void caused her to react as though threatened, the uniform of her destiny appearing on her body. The outfit was white with an icy rainbow of colours that shimmered even in the darkness, from any noticeable movement from the soldier. The pleated skirt went to her upper thighs, no sleeves adorn the suit, a V neck that crept downwards stopping before it showed anything. The sailor collar, appeared from the V and wrapped around her shoulders and fell a bit down her back, a transparent gold, a single broach lay above her chest. Within the circular broach was a five petal flower, each petal a different shade of blue, ranging from icy blue to the blue that only appeared with the setting sun. Her feet were adorn with simple high heels, silvery in colour. A cape woven out of starlight fluttered from her shoulders, and whipped around her body like a wave of fleeting light, her silvery hair joining it in a dangerous dance.
There was a strong gust of wind, rushing throughout the cavern forcefully trying to erase the shadows that surround the light less room. Trying to allow light to penetrate the realm Cosmos suddenly found herself in. Clutching the star staff tightly in her hands, she took a step backwards from what she believed to be a door. The deafening sound of rock slowly grinding against rock made her spin around. Behind her, firelight streaming into the room, showing the silhouette of Sauron, the Sauron before the calls of power and greed, before Chaos had poisoned his mind. His black hair was pulled away from his face in a small tail, a scar ran across his left eye, caused by a battle or arrogance Cosmos neither knew nor cared. His eyes, however, unnerved her, white pupils surrounded by a wreath of violet fire.
"You shall not be allowed to leave this fortress of yours again, Sauron." Cosmos whispered in a deadly tone, she prepared for any attack to come from the Chaos possessed. She saw him shake his head before slowly moving farther into the room, the door behind him slid shut bathing the room into darkness once more.
"It is a shame that you never chose me, Cosmos." Sauron laughed as the Silver Soldier glared pointedly at him. Her crystal heeled shoes clicked against the stone floor as she took a step backwards, trying to bait Sauron into following her further into the shadowy room. His voice had come to a shock even to her, it was elvish. She scoffed at his petty words, not falling for any trickery that he tried to use. Chaos was in control, Chaos was trying to play her for just the right moment to strike.
"Your words shall naught work, Sauron. Chaos. They hold no truth over me." Cosmos uttered, her voice carried no emotion, no life in her silver eyes as she glared at the tall form of Sauron. Her breath came out evenly surprising her as she felt her heart beat rapidly against her ribcage.
"Of course not, one would worry should the Empress sway easily." Sauron laughed darkly, the sounds of a sword leaving its scabbard drowned out his cruel laughter. He turned his violet eyes onto the woman soldier standing defiantly before him. "I need naught the ring to gain power."
"But you forget, Chaos. You are not whole and to gain Sauron's power you must have his bane. Something that you will never get." Cosmos spoke in a calm monotone, her eyes sparkled with inner strength. Chaos glared at her, he tightened his hold on the hilt of his sword. She moved slowly, disappearing into the shadows that surrounded them, she could not battle Chaos in the present room. Appearing through the shadows she glanced at Chaos once more, smiled secretively before dissipating from the room to appear at the top of the Black Gates that led into Mordor.
Glancing behind her she spun around, the sword of Uranus blocking the deadly blow Chaos had attempted to deal her. Glaring at Chaos she kicked him back, her heel making sound contact with his thigh, he glared maliciously at her before charging her once again. The Witch King flew over head, making his way towards the Battle at the Pelennor Fields. The fierce black dragon he rode upon screamed its rage as the down draft from great black wings raced upon the ground, any creature below the powerful drafts met their death from the sheer force.
Their swords locked at the hilt, Cosmos stared into Chaos' eyes as she waited for the dark lord to make his move. Flipping behind her, Cosmos had no time to spin around to face his blow, arching her sword behind her she fought to hold her weakening strength, keeping Chaos' sword from embedding into her back. With a quick step back, Chaos was able to take a sweeping swipe at Cosmos' back, cutting through the protective uniform that she wore, silver blood seeped from the shallow wound. She hissed in pain as she spun about, facing the greatest evil of the world. Dark violet eyes taunted her as they watched her from the shadows in which he stood, shrouded in shadow and corrupted power. His deep voice echoed as he laughed at Cosmos.
"The ring shall be in my grasps soon, my power will combine with that of Sauron, then I will hunt to complete myself." Chaos laughed again as he watched Cosmos, the soldier refused to give in to the darkness that surrounded her, weakening her. Kneeling onto the stone ground she bowed her head, her hands placed flatly on the rocks below. The grey sword in which she fought with lay beside her. Small gold flecks of light began to appear around her hands as she glared spitefully at the man before her, one of her greatest regrets. It was now time to right a wrong that she could have corrected three hundred some years ago.
"I was weak to believe that you would never come back to power, but there is one thing that I do know Chaos. The balance is allowed to tip." She whispered, an evil glint appeared in her eyes as they darkened to a stormy silver, looking up at the paralyzed evil before her, she grinned before raising her hands off the stone floor. "It is a pity that the soul of your greatest warrior was also the descendant of the dear Earth Prince, and even you, Chaos, remember how he turned out. A traitor to all that he met."
Streams of gold light flashed around them as they, slowly moving faster and coming closer together as they wrapped the two in a cocoon of golden light. Chaos glanced around him nervously, he had remembered the quicker, less threatening measures that Cosmos had taken before when it came to him. This was nothing like the power that she had possessed when he had first attacked her, destroying her life of normality with a flick of his wrist. She was stronger, much wiser with the powers she possessed and controlled. He feared; knowing that the Witch King had just met his death, by a woman no less.
Cosmos allowed herself to fall backwards, through the golden barrier as it became smaller, trapping the dark warrior. He glanced at her, his eyes betraying what his face refused, his time was coming to an end, the ring was in the heart of Mount Doom seconds away from being tossed into the fiery depths of which it was created. Loosing her transformation of Sailor Cosmos, she looked up at him, as the person Serena, the Princess Serenity, the Queen Lady Serenity. Her blue eyes soulful and sullen as she watched the last few minutes of Sauron's life, encased in the swirling golden cocoon. Her silver hair flew around her as the wind began to pick up, the mountain collapsing within itself.
Sauron screamed as light began to seep out of his body, the parts of Chaos charged at the golden ribbons that kept them from escaping their death. Closing her eyes Ren listened as the painful screams began to die out, the gold light started to close in upon itself as the entities of Chaos and Sauron cried out in terror. The light slowly seeped into the stone ground before blasting into the sky, going to the care of the God of Death. Turning around she stared at the Black Tower as it begin to crumble in upon itself, Mount Doom had vanished, she could just make out the outlines of Landroval and Gwaihir.
From behind her she could hear the cries of Thorondor as he landed on the Black Gate, his onyx eyes studied the woman before him, before lowering his head so she could climb upon his back
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