Chapter 12
Okay, You guys need to learn that with me, when there is peace and short chapters, it usually leads up to chaos. Badgerwolf, in the previous chapter I said it, but I'll say it again, just for you! ~_^ Jasmine is Lina and Zel's daughter; in this fic she's about seven and a half. Andre is eight, and I will introduce her parents later on, but if you know them, (Or think you know them) be sure to tell me! K, here you go!
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The next morning was actually quite peaceful. (HAH! You thought I was going to say chaos, didn't you?) Jasmine and Andre were busy playing with Fi and Seiya. Gourry, Jess, and Amy were all sharing stories, and Angle and Nick were playing chess. Zel was helping Madison, who had decided to stay awhile, in the kitchen. The only people who weren't having a good time were Lina and Amelia, who were sitting off to the side talking.
"Amelia, I'm really sorry, I knew it would effect you, but," Lina trailed off as she watched a single tear stream down her friends face. "Amelia, please, I'm really sorry! Don't be mad,"
Amelia didn't bother to look up. She knew what she was going to see, Lina looking at her, with eyes filled with forgiveness and worry. She didn't want to see those eyes. "Lina, there is nothing in this world that will make me accept your apology,"
Lina winced when she heard that, she had known Amelia would have taken this conversation hard, but she was hoping she would understand!
Zel poked his head out of the kitchen and noticed the tear on Amelia's face. I hope Lina is telling her easy. He thought as he walked back into the kitchen.
Amelia looked up, revealing her smile. "Because there is nothing to apologize for." Lina looked at her for a minute, surprised by the level of maturity Amelia was showing. "Miss. Lina, I'm and upholder of justice. That means that as long as my friends are happy, I'm happy. So what if Mr. Zelgadis fell in love with you and not me. I only want to make him happy, if I held a grudge against you for being in love, I wouldn't be just in my cause."
Lina smiled and pulled her friend into a hug. Amelia smiled and said, "But only under one condition!" Lina pulled away and looked at Amelia while continued. "You have to invite me to the wedding!" Amelia jumped to her and began to run as Lina started to take chase. The two played like this for a few hours, with Seiya, Andre, and Jasmine jumping in every once in a while, until they were all tired out.
"Everyone!" Madison's voice rang out from the kitchen. "Dinner is ready!" Those were the key words; dinner is ready. Everyone gathered around the table and waited patently. Jasmine had taken a liking to the spot in-between Lina and Zel, while Andre sat beside Gourry. The girls were currently telling stories from their time to their new friends.
"And then we both ran for our lives!" Jasmine said, while watching Andre make funny faces through out the story. Just as she finished, Madison laid down her plate. Lina and Gourry immediately began to fight, along with Amelia, Jess, Nick, Angel, and Amy. Jasmine, Madison, and Zel took their time while eating, though twice Zel had to restrain Jasmine from killing or doing other harm to Andre.
After dinner was another peaceful experience. Lina it a fire, Zel picked out a book, Amelia laid out a blanket, and Gourry, Madison, and Seiya cleaned up dinner. Amelia went off to fetch the children and Zel and Lina got on the blanket. A few moments later, Amelia emerged with Jasmine balanced on her hip, (You've gotta remember that Jassy is Lina's kid and also does Black Magic, so she's gonna be small) Andre walking beside her, and Fi climbing on her shoulder.
Everyone got comfortable, after Gourry and the others came out. Lina was sitting with her back to the fire with Jasmine sitting in her lap. Zel was sitting beside them, allowing Jasmine to cling to his hand. Jess, Nick, Madison, Amy, and Angle had somehow managed to get comfortable while holding a dog pile on one another. Amelia was sitting in front of the group holding the book that Zelgadis had picked out. Andre was curled up like a cat on the blanket, and Gourry was examining the stitch pattern on the carpeting. Amelia smiled and began to read.