In the Flames I Shall Go
PLEASE READ EVERY AUTHOR'S NOTE BECAUSE THEY ARE IMPORTANT!!!
Author's Note: this story begins after the third book, the Emperor Mage, of the Immortals Quartet. Also, as the story reveals itself, Daine has already learnt shape change, mind- take, control animals and use the copper fire. She still has not recognised her love for Numair. (And in this story she probably never will)
Chapter 1
'Numair?' Daine called out.
'Yes Daine, what do you want?' Numair popped his head out the doorway. The reply sounded somewhat half-hearted.
'I just wanted to ask this question out of curiosity. Is it true that-'
'-Daine, I'm awfully busy at the moment. Could you try me sometime later?' At that, he went back to his exertion.
Daine was almost stunned to tears. During the two weeks they had stayed at Numair's two, he had begun to act noticeably stiffer and formal towards Daine. Numair hadn't once shown some kind of affection towards her.
Daine was beginning to wonder why. The pair had both decided to reside at King Jon's palace. All of a sudden, a fortnight ago, Numair told her to pack her possessions because they were departing to his tower.
'What's wrong with you, Numair?' Daine whispered to herself. A single tear escaped her handsome, dark eyes. She wished Kitten and Zek were with her, but they were with George of Pirates Swoop, Thom and Alanna's twins, visiting. (a.n: please don't ask why)
Suddenly, Numair stalked out of his lab. When he spotted Daine Numair walked over to her.
'Listen Magelet, I didn't mean to snap at you. What was it you were going to ask?' Numair's voice had a hint of sincerity.
But, consequently, Daine was beside herself. If he thinks he can be forgiven with that puppy voice of his, he is seriously mistaken.
'Horse Lords Numair! Has it ever occurred to you, that I might be a bit upset about the way you're treating me? Haven't you noticed that I've been constantly ignored during these past two weeks!?' Daine brushed past Numair and out of the room. Numair made no move to follow.
***
Later that night..
'Daine?' The name was softly spoken.
'Numair? What are you doing in my bedroom, at 2 a.m. in the morning!?' (a.n: please don't ask how they know the time) Daine propped herself up her pillow. 'I'm really sorry about today. I was just a bit upset.'
'If the blame was to anyone, Daine, it is to me. I have recently received word from Kaddar that he'd like you to visit Carthak again. In his letter he told me that Lindhall Reed died during an ambush staged on his way to Galla. (a.n: if you look on the map in book 4 you'll find it's up north) I came here to get away from court, I needed refuge. I should've told you before, but I.I.' Numair trailed off distraughtly. Lindhall Reed had been Numair's old teaching master from the university of Carthak. After Numair had finished his course both had become exceptionally close friends.
'Numair,' Daine hugged Numair as a way to reconcile the past (a.n: which was just seven hours ago). 'It wasn't fair of you to treat like you did, but...but I know what it feels like to lose someone so close to you.' Daine closed her eyes, trying very hard not to arouse those dreaded memories. Daine couldn't help yawning- it was an early wakening, even for Daine.
Numair gently pushed away from Daine. 'I'd like you, Magelet, to go and visit Kaddar for a month or two. I know he has a heavy responsibility on his shoulders for one so young. He needs your support. I, on the other hand, will have to stay with Jon. Patrols at the eastern boarders report that there is an uprising rebellion against Jon. I will miss you, Magelet.'
Yawning, Daine said 'Can we make arrangements in the morn.morning?' With that, she fell asleep.
'Good night, Magelet.' Numair quietly shut the door behind him.
***
Both Numair and Daine aroused at the crack of dawn. (a.n: which was three hours later)
'Firstly, we have to tell Jonathan and Thayet where you are going. I think they might get you to dispatch a message of peace to Kaddar. Besides, you need an escort of an agreeable size.'
'An escort !? Mouse manure, I can look after myself!' Daine was more surprised then outraged. An escort? Only lords and ladies have escorts. Not orphans that come from Snowdale.
'Daine,' Numair said patiently. 'If you are to present Kaddar with a peace offer, then you need a sizable delegation. Besides, it's your safety we're worried about.'
'Nonsense, Numair! As if Kaddar would do anything to harm me!' Daine astonished that Numair would even had doubts.
'Daine! Use your common sense. Kaddar isn't the only one with the potential to harm you. Do I have to remind you what happened last visit?
Indeed Daine still had fresh memories of that incident. She had saved Kaddar's life, but also destroyed the Emperor Ozourne's palace and created havoc among all the courtiers. It was also impossible to retrieve the valuables the palace contained simply because Daine had promised the rest of the palace to the rats. And the rats had indeed claimed their territory.
'Oh' was the only response Numair got.
'Well come one! We'll leave in the afternoon so get packing.' Numair was already off to his workshop.
'All right, all right.' Daine muttered to herself. But the thought thrilled her. She was going to see Kaddar again! Kaddar and Daine were on the best terms, because of their age and likeness (a.n: what likeness? *sigh*) the emperor Ozourne had kept them in close proximity when Daine visited- Kaddar, being the tour guide, and Daine being the good-willed guest.
The young pair had kept in touch during the year they were separated. Daine and Kaddar wrote frequently about how their lives had turned and the positive and negative affects of upcoming events.
While packing, Daine had some thoughts in her head. It was curious why Kaddar didn't write the invitation, regarding Daine, to her. Maybe it was courtesy or some unknown etiquette Daine had never heard of. I'll ask him myself. I hope he hasn't changed into Ozourne- Mithros' forbids if he has! I wonder if he put a stop to Ozourne's new law- No one may give offerings to the Gods' or otherwise must pay him twice the amount of the original offering. It was madness.
After packing all her belongings Daine carried them out with her and met up with Numair outside his tower. To her utter astonishment, Cloud and another horse were waiting outside, saddled and ready to go.
I let the stork-man saddle me up for once. Cloud communicated to Daine pleasurably. He seemed very surprised I let him.
'Now that is very thoughtful of you Numair!' Daine said in mock disbelief.
'Even I was astonished that Cloud let me saddle her.' Numair chuckled. 'Come on; let's fasten all your luggage to Cloud.'
***
I'm currently writing three stories at a time, so it might take a week or so for the next chapters to be accessible. (pleaz don't think I'm mad! I like doing this) I figured that not many people do Daine and Kaddar fic's so did my own! I'm really sorry about the Author's Note!!! I find it funny to add little comments like that. I've already written chapter two, and i have to say that chapter 2 is a lot better then this one *sigh* i tried by best.
I rated this PG- 13 for future chapters about Daine and Kaddar. My brothers are going to kill me if they find out I'm writing a romance story. *shudders* If you like it please continue to read and review. And if you're like me, and couldn't be bothered to check when the story is updated, leave your email address or email me at izzy_bella@hotmail.com!!! Please tell me whether this chapter is long enough so i can improve it- constructive criticism is appreciated! I won't be cruel and write cliff-hangers!
READ AND REVIEW, izzy
PLEASE READ EVERY AUTHOR'S NOTE BECAUSE THEY ARE IMPORTANT!!!
Author's Note: this story begins after the third book, the Emperor Mage, of the Immortals Quartet. Also, as the story reveals itself, Daine has already learnt shape change, mind- take, control animals and use the copper fire. She still has not recognised her love for Numair. (And in this story she probably never will)
Chapter 1
'Numair?' Daine called out.
'Yes Daine, what do you want?' Numair popped his head out the doorway. The reply sounded somewhat half-hearted.
'I just wanted to ask this question out of curiosity. Is it true that-'
'-Daine, I'm awfully busy at the moment. Could you try me sometime later?' At that, he went back to his exertion.
Daine was almost stunned to tears. During the two weeks they had stayed at Numair's two, he had begun to act noticeably stiffer and formal towards Daine. Numair hadn't once shown some kind of affection towards her.
Daine was beginning to wonder why. The pair had both decided to reside at King Jon's palace. All of a sudden, a fortnight ago, Numair told her to pack her possessions because they were departing to his tower.
'What's wrong with you, Numair?' Daine whispered to herself. A single tear escaped her handsome, dark eyes. She wished Kitten and Zek were with her, but they were with George of Pirates Swoop, Thom and Alanna's twins, visiting. (a.n: please don't ask why)
Suddenly, Numair stalked out of his lab. When he spotted Daine Numair walked over to her.
'Listen Magelet, I didn't mean to snap at you. What was it you were going to ask?' Numair's voice had a hint of sincerity.
But, consequently, Daine was beside herself. If he thinks he can be forgiven with that puppy voice of his, he is seriously mistaken.
'Horse Lords Numair! Has it ever occurred to you, that I might be a bit upset about the way you're treating me? Haven't you noticed that I've been constantly ignored during these past two weeks!?' Daine brushed past Numair and out of the room. Numair made no move to follow.
***
Later that night..
'Daine?' The name was softly spoken.
'Numair? What are you doing in my bedroom, at 2 a.m. in the morning!?' (a.n: please don't ask how they know the time) Daine propped herself up her pillow. 'I'm really sorry about today. I was just a bit upset.'
'If the blame was to anyone, Daine, it is to me. I have recently received word from Kaddar that he'd like you to visit Carthak again. In his letter he told me that Lindhall Reed died during an ambush staged on his way to Galla. (a.n: if you look on the map in book 4 you'll find it's up north) I came here to get away from court, I needed refuge. I should've told you before, but I.I.' Numair trailed off distraughtly. Lindhall Reed had been Numair's old teaching master from the university of Carthak. After Numair had finished his course both had become exceptionally close friends.
'Numair,' Daine hugged Numair as a way to reconcile the past (a.n: which was just seven hours ago). 'It wasn't fair of you to treat like you did, but...but I know what it feels like to lose someone so close to you.' Daine closed her eyes, trying very hard not to arouse those dreaded memories. Daine couldn't help yawning- it was an early wakening, even for Daine.
Numair gently pushed away from Daine. 'I'd like you, Magelet, to go and visit Kaddar for a month or two. I know he has a heavy responsibility on his shoulders for one so young. He needs your support. I, on the other hand, will have to stay with Jon. Patrols at the eastern boarders report that there is an uprising rebellion against Jon. I will miss you, Magelet.'
Yawning, Daine said 'Can we make arrangements in the morn.morning?' With that, she fell asleep.
'Good night, Magelet.' Numair quietly shut the door behind him.
***
Both Numair and Daine aroused at the crack of dawn. (a.n: which was three hours later)
'Firstly, we have to tell Jonathan and Thayet where you are going. I think they might get you to dispatch a message of peace to Kaddar. Besides, you need an escort of an agreeable size.'
'An escort !? Mouse manure, I can look after myself!' Daine was more surprised then outraged. An escort? Only lords and ladies have escorts. Not orphans that come from Snowdale.
'Daine,' Numair said patiently. 'If you are to present Kaddar with a peace offer, then you need a sizable delegation. Besides, it's your safety we're worried about.'
'Nonsense, Numair! As if Kaddar would do anything to harm me!' Daine astonished that Numair would even had doubts.
'Daine! Use your common sense. Kaddar isn't the only one with the potential to harm you. Do I have to remind you what happened last visit?
Indeed Daine still had fresh memories of that incident. She had saved Kaddar's life, but also destroyed the Emperor Ozourne's palace and created havoc among all the courtiers. It was also impossible to retrieve the valuables the palace contained simply because Daine had promised the rest of the palace to the rats. And the rats had indeed claimed their territory.
'Oh' was the only response Numair got.
'Well come one! We'll leave in the afternoon so get packing.' Numair was already off to his workshop.
'All right, all right.' Daine muttered to herself. But the thought thrilled her. She was going to see Kaddar again! Kaddar and Daine were on the best terms, because of their age and likeness (a.n: what likeness? *sigh*) the emperor Ozourne had kept them in close proximity when Daine visited- Kaddar, being the tour guide, and Daine being the good-willed guest.
The young pair had kept in touch during the year they were separated. Daine and Kaddar wrote frequently about how their lives had turned and the positive and negative affects of upcoming events.
While packing, Daine had some thoughts in her head. It was curious why Kaddar didn't write the invitation, regarding Daine, to her. Maybe it was courtesy or some unknown etiquette Daine had never heard of. I'll ask him myself. I hope he hasn't changed into Ozourne- Mithros' forbids if he has! I wonder if he put a stop to Ozourne's new law- No one may give offerings to the Gods' or otherwise must pay him twice the amount of the original offering. It was madness.
After packing all her belongings Daine carried them out with her and met up with Numair outside his tower. To her utter astonishment, Cloud and another horse were waiting outside, saddled and ready to go.
I let the stork-man saddle me up for once. Cloud communicated to Daine pleasurably. He seemed very surprised I let him.
'Now that is very thoughtful of you Numair!' Daine said in mock disbelief.
'Even I was astonished that Cloud let me saddle her.' Numair chuckled. 'Come on; let's fasten all your luggage to Cloud.'
***
I'm currently writing three stories at a time, so it might take a week or so for the next chapters to be accessible. (pleaz don't think I'm mad! I like doing this) I figured that not many people do Daine and Kaddar fic's so did my own! I'm really sorry about the Author's Note!!! I find it funny to add little comments like that. I've already written chapter two, and i have to say that chapter 2 is a lot better then this one *sigh* i tried by best.
I rated this PG- 13 for future chapters about Daine and Kaddar. My brothers are going to kill me if they find out I'm writing a romance story. *shudders* If you like it please continue to read and review. And if you're like me, and couldn't be bothered to check when the story is updated, leave your email address or email me at izzy_bella@hotmail.com!!! Please tell me whether this chapter is long enough so i can improve it- constructive criticism is appreciated! I won't be cruel and write cliff-hangers!
READ AND REVIEW, izzy