Disclaimer: I own none of the characters.
Yes, I'm updating more frequently now. ( Anyway, I'm glad you people like this fic so far.
Anyway this is a little time filling chapter.
There is some foreshadowing and a few clues as to who else is in the story.
***OKAY, CAP LOCKS SO YOU PEOPLE READ THIS. I HAVE UPDATED 'IT'S WHAT I WANT, FEELINGS PROGRESS, AND THE PRICE TO BE HUMAN.' I KNOW HOW MUCH MY READERS LIKE THOSE FIC. SO FOR THOSE OF YOU WHO HAVEN'T READ THEM YET, CHECK THEM OUT. IT MEANS A LOT.
Okay on with this fic.
Chapter Five – Rumors
With the leave of Bryan, a storm rolled in that night. The rain came down heavily beating against the old castle. Thunder rumbled and lightning tore through the sky. The winds howled and left drafts in whatever crevasse they could find. Unfortunately the dungeons were vulnerable to such abuse.
As such the neko-jin and Driger were huddled in a corner trying to keep dry. Driger was curled around Rei trying to protect Rei from such elements, all in vain. Rei shivered at the contact of the cold water and harsh wind at his sides.
The white tiger began to doze off, exhausted by the torment when he was greeted by a warm, but rough tongue on his face. He opened his eyes to peer into clear white-blue ones. Wolborg stood before him with the blacksmith Tala at the door. The red-haired one saw the sight and walked over to the huddled forms. Tala peered down, eyes saddening at the sight. He then turned to Driger who gave a slight nod and slowly stood up. Tala then bent down and gathered Rei up and into his arms. He turned around and left the room followed by the tiger and wolf.
They walked through the darkened and damp halls, climbing a few stairs as well till they came to a wooden door. Wolborg got up on his hind legs and used his front ones to push down on the doorknob. The door opened to reveal a small but dry and lighted room. Waling over to the bed Tala placed Rei down on the bed. He grabbed a towel and dried off the rain that still clung to him. He then turned to properly dressing Rei's wounds. Once done he grabbed a pair of black trousers and a white shirt dressing Rei in them. Lifting the neko-jin up his pulled back what little covers he had and placed Rei in the bed. Pulling the covers back he walked over to the fireplace where Driger and Wolborg were lying down in front trying to get warm. Tala sat down on the little stool that was there; Wolborg sat up and placed his head on Tala's knee earning a head scratch. Tala smiled and turned to Driger, who was looking at him. After a period of silent contemplation Driger spoke.
"Thank you for helping the little one. He deserves life not death." Tala nodded in agreement.
"He does. It' not his fault he is like this." Answered Tala looking into the flames of the fire reminding him of something he did not know.
"Did you find out what Lord Halen and Lord Bryan were discussing?" questioned Wolborg looking at his friend.
"Actually I did. A resource of mine reported that they were discussing the joining of the two. Halen wants to form an alliance with Winedor and Bryan doesn't want to. We all know Bryan wants both but that doesn't want Halen in the picture. I am with him on this. Halen has been a tyrant long enough."
"Well what does Bryan plan to do?" asked Tala.
"I'm not sure, but rumor is that he has an alliance with the resistance. Trouble is no one knows which resistance he's with/" answered Driger stretching.
"That could be either good or bad depending on who is on Bryan's side. Would Bryan call the South for help?" Driger shook his head.
"Unlikely. Sadly I have no clue what he is thinking. I plan to get in touch with Falborg before the twin moon cycle. Hopefully that bird has something." Driger said glancing back at Rei who was shivering in his sleep. The three looked at each other signaling it was time for sleep. Tala stood up and pulled off his boats. Climbing onto the beds he laid down to the right of Rei, protecting him from the cold of the wall, while Wolborg leapt up and planted himself on the left side of Rei. Driger, too heavy and still wet laid down on the worn rug guarding the door from unwanted visitors.
Miles away where the storm had yet to reach Bryan rode up the dirt road towards the looming castle. Approaching the front gates he didn't decrease his pace knowing that his gate keepers were on their job, not swaying around like a few of Halen's. The grand metal gates swung open giving Bryan enough passage to enter. Once inside the castle grounds he rode through the streets, people moving out of the way as their Lord returned. Riding up the path towards the castle, Falborg was soaring the skies above. Both met each other in the castle entrance hall. Bryan slid off the stallion as Falborg quickly settled on his left shoulder. He walked towards his council chambers. Through the brightly lit hallway he passed many doors. Coming to the end of the hallway where servants had already rushed to the doors were opened and Bryan walked in.
Standing at the large circular table were two older men. Both had graying brown hair. The two were discussing advancements over a map. They both looked up at Bryan's entrance, giving him acknowledgement.
"Welcome back my lord. Your returned quicker than was expected." Said the taller one. Bryan removed his black cloak and walked over to them.
"Halen had nothing of interest to day to me, Arden." Answered Bryan, who reviewed the map. The two gentlemen looked at each other. The other man, Norwen questioned Bryan, after losing the silent bet.
"What did Halen want, my lord?" Bryan smirked and looked up.
"An alliance between us. Unfortunately he still doesn't realize that I do not want an alliance; I want to conquer."
"He will clearly try to force you to join him. This was the third attempt. He will not hold back any longer." Said Norwen.
"That may be. He is aware of our so called alliance with the others. We still have the upper hand. He is in the dark on whom it is. He probably suspects us allied with one of the other Dorian clans. As if Brimdor and Fierndor would take the chance to stand by us. They're too busy trying to seclude themselves." Said Bryan as he marked something on the map.
"True, my lord. Too true." Said Arden.
"What do you plan to do now?" asked Norwen. Bryan had started towards the door.
"I'm going to give a proposition to the West. Their guerilla attacks and supplies will help us. While you two are still here, contact our rumoured friends and inform them of our movement. Tell then to round up their troops and to take the mountain pass to here. I want Halen in the dark for a bit longer." Bryan said before exiting. Pulling his cloak back on, he went to the stables where his loyal stallion awaited. Giving the creature a pat he got onto the stallion ruffling the ebony mane. Falborg was still perched on his shoulder.
"Master do you think they will agree? I mean they are known to keep to themselves and having a wonderful collection of human skin rugs. I have even heard they eat their prey alive. I am flattered that they like to make their food suffer, but I do not want to be a part of it." Falborg expanded his wings emphasizing his point. Bryan smirked.
"They are also protective of each other. I have leverage at Halen's fortress that will prove useful." With that said Bryan pushed his heels into Adenté; the stallion quickly took off to the West.
Finally finished. I did this during lunch since my friends abandoned me. **evil people**
Notes:
I finally figured out the relationship between Bryan and Halen. They are half brothers who share the same mother. (like Sesshoumaru and Inuyasha except the had the same father, and this idea was thought of before I ever saw Inuyasha so I didn't intentionally mean to take it.)
Adenté : pronounced A-dent-tay....I know he doesn't talk yet, but he will. I just haven't decided when.
Well I hope you enjoyed this chapter. Please read my other fics. It means a lot. I'm thinking if I should use my stories for English. LoL.
Please, please review!
Devlinn Reiko
Yes, I'm updating more frequently now. ( Anyway, I'm glad you people like this fic so far.
Anyway this is a little time filling chapter.
There is some foreshadowing and a few clues as to who else is in the story.
***OKAY, CAP LOCKS SO YOU PEOPLE READ THIS. I HAVE UPDATED 'IT'S WHAT I WANT, FEELINGS PROGRESS, AND THE PRICE TO BE HUMAN.' I KNOW HOW MUCH MY READERS LIKE THOSE FIC. SO FOR THOSE OF YOU WHO HAVEN'T READ THEM YET, CHECK THEM OUT. IT MEANS A LOT.
Okay on with this fic.
Chapter Five – Rumors
With the leave of Bryan, a storm rolled in that night. The rain came down heavily beating against the old castle. Thunder rumbled and lightning tore through the sky. The winds howled and left drafts in whatever crevasse they could find. Unfortunately the dungeons were vulnerable to such abuse.
As such the neko-jin and Driger were huddled in a corner trying to keep dry. Driger was curled around Rei trying to protect Rei from such elements, all in vain. Rei shivered at the contact of the cold water and harsh wind at his sides.
The white tiger began to doze off, exhausted by the torment when he was greeted by a warm, but rough tongue on his face. He opened his eyes to peer into clear white-blue ones. Wolborg stood before him with the blacksmith Tala at the door. The red-haired one saw the sight and walked over to the huddled forms. Tala peered down, eyes saddening at the sight. He then turned to Driger who gave a slight nod and slowly stood up. Tala then bent down and gathered Rei up and into his arms. He turned around and left the room followed by the tiger and wolf.
They walked through the darkened and damp halls, climbing a few stairs as well till they came to a wooden door. Wolborg got up on his hind legs and used his front ones to push down on the doorknob. The door opened to reveal a small but dry and lighted room. Waling over to the bed Tala placed Rei down on the bed. He grabbed a towel and dried off the rain that still clung to him. He then turned to properly dressing Rei's wounds. Once done he grabbed a pair of black trousers and a white shirt dressing Rei in them. Lifting the neko-jin up his pulled back what little covers he had and placed Rei in the bed. Pulling the covers back he walked over to the fireplace where Driger and Wolborg were lying down in front trying to get warm. Tala sat down on the little stool that was there; Wolborg sat up and placed his head on Tala's knee earning a head scratch. Tala smiled and turned to Driger, who was looking at him. After a period of silent contemplation Driger spoke.
"Thank you for helping the little one. He deserves life not death." Tala nodded in agreement.
"He does. It' not his fault he is like this." Answered Tala looking into the flames of the fire reminding him of something he did not know.
"Did you find out what Lord Halen and Lord Bryan were discussing?" questioned Wolborg looking at his friend.
"Actually I did. A resource of mine reported that they were discussing the joining of the two. Halen wants to form an alliance with Winedor and Bryan doesn't want to. We all know Bryan wants both but that doesn't want Halen in the picture. I am with him on this. Halen has been a tyrant long enough."
"Well what does Bryan plan to do?" asked Tala.
"I'm not sure, but rumor is that he has an alliance with the resistance. Trouble is no one knows which resistance he's with/" answered Driger stretching.
"That could be either good or bad depending on who is on Bryan's side. Would Bryan call the South for help?" Driger shook his head.
"Unlikely. Sadly I have no clue what he is thinking. I plan to get in touch with Falborg before the twin moon cycle. Hopefully that bird has something." Driger said glancing back at Rei who was shivering in his sleep. The three looked at each other signaling it was time for sleep. Tala stood up and pulled off his boats. Climbing onto the beds he laid down to the right of Rei, protecting him from the cold of the wall, while Wolborg leapt up and planted himself on the left side of Rei. Driger, too heavy and still wet laid down on the worn rug guarding the door from unwanted visitors.
Miles away where the storm had yet to reach Bryan rode up the dirt road towards the looming castle. Approaching the front gates he didn't decrease his pace knowing that his gate keepers were on their job, not swaying around like a few of Halen's. The grand metal gates swung open giving Bryan enough passage to enter. Once inside the castle grounds he rode through the streets, people moving out of the way as their Lord returned. Riding up the path towards the castle, Falborg was soaring the skies above. Both met each other in the castle entrance hall. Bryan slid off the stallion as Falborg quickly settled on his left shoulder. He walked towards his council chambers. Through the brightly lit hallway he passed many doors. Coming to the end of the hallway where servants had already rushed to the doors were opened and Bryan walked in.
Standing at the large circular table were two older men. Both had graying brown hair. The two were discussing advancements over a map. They both looked up at Bryan's entrance, giving him acknowledgement.
"Welcome back my lord. Your returned quicker than was expected." Said the taller one. Bryan removed his black cloak and walked over to them.
"Halen had nothing of interest to day to me, Arden." Answered Bryan, who reviewed the map. The two gentlemen looked at each other. The other man, Norwen questioned Bryan, after losing the silent bet.
"What did Halen want, my lord?" Bryan smirked and looked up.
"An alliance between us. Unfortunately he still doesn't realize that I do not want an alliance; I want to conquer."
"He will clearly try to force you to join him. This was the third attempt. He will not hold back any longer." Said Norwen.
"That may be. He is aware of our so called alliance with the others. We still have the upper hand. He is in the dark on whom it is. He probably suspects us allied with one of the other Dorian clans. As if Brimdor and Fierndor would take the chance to stand by us. They're too busy trying to seclude themselves." Said Bryan as he marked something on the map.
"True, my lord. Too true." Said Arden.
"What do you plan to do now?" asked Norwen. Bryan had started towards the door.
"I'm going to give a proposition to the West. Their guerilla attacks and supplies will help us. While you two are still here, contact our rumoured friends and inform them of our movement. Tell then to round up their troops and to take the mountain pass to here. I want Halen in the dark for a bit longer." Bryan said before exiting. Pulling his cloak back on, he went to the stables where his loyal stallion awaited. Giving the creature a pat he got onto the stallion ruffling the ebony mane. Falborg was still perched on his shoulder.
"Master do you think they will agree? I mean they are known to keep to themselves and having a wonderful collection of human skin rugs. I have even heard they eat their prey alive. I am flattered that they like to make their food suffer, but I do not want to be a part of it." Falborg expanded his wings emphasizing his point. Bryan smirked.
"They are also protective of each other. I have leverage at Halen's fortress that will prove useful." With that said Bryan pushed his heels into Adenté; the stallion quickly took off to the West.
Finally finished. I did this during lunch since my friends abandoned me. **evil people**
Notes:
I finally figured out the relationship between Bryan and Halen. They are half brothers who share the same mother. (like Sesshoumaru and Inuyasha except the had the same father, and this idea was thought of before I ever saw Inuyasha so I didn't intentionally mean to take it.)
Adenté : pronounced A-dent-tay....I know he doesn't talk yet, but he will. I just haven't decided when.
Well I hope you enjoyed this chapter. Please read my other fics. It means a lot. I'm thinking if I should use my stories for English. LoL.
Please, please review!
Devlinn Reiko