In the Flames I Shall Go
PLEASE READ EVERY AUTHOR'S NOTE BECAUSE THEY ARE IMPORTANT!!!
a.n: I've decided not to keep Kitten and Zek in the story - they're just too annoying. From now, they're residing at the university. I also decided that Daine will use were magic rarely because she promised Jon she wouldn't. Sorry for the inconvenience. *shrugs off any death-glares*
I also get the picture THAT BASICALLY EVERYONE HATES MY LITTLE NOTED *silent tears roll down cheek* ill try and stop writing them. I need some beta readers so can Keita and Janka help me? I'll email the next chapter to you later!
DAMMIT! DON'T READ MY OTHER STORY! IT IS REALLY, REALLY BAD!!!!! *tries to cover up link to Harry Potter story*
{YOU GOT A LONG CHAPTER - NOW YOU GET A SHORT CHAPTER}
Chapter 5
This was only the second time in Carthak Daine ever got to wear her casual and comfortable clothes. She wore a loose, white cotton shirt with tiny vines stitched into the helm and dark green leggings. As it was a cold, bitter, blustery day, Daine also wore a cloak of a rich green tone. Its clasp consisted of a leaf shaped emerald on a pure gold broach. Apart from the cloaks' clasp, Numair's ring, Kaddar's armband, Daine wore no jewellery. Her hair was done up in a simple plait.
Today seems like one of the only days this month where I've actually felt myself. Daine thought while looking herself in the mirror. It wasn't that she was vain, she was simply nervous. Kaddar better dress in a simple outfit. Mithros bless, if he doesn't - she'll look like a beggar!
At this point there was an abrupt knocking on her apartment door. Daine changed her ears to bat ears so she could here Agnes answer the visitor, from where she sat.
'Your Imperial Majesty! The Lady Baroness will be on her way.' Agnes popped her head through the door of Daine's bedroom. 'My Lady! Emperor Kaddar waits in your sitting room. Do hurry. I'd hate to keep his Imperial Majesty waiting.'
Before entering, Daine changed her ears back to the normal form. 'Majesty!' Daine had to use formality since Agnes was still present. 'It's superb to see you in excellent health.' Kaddar grinned, and shook his head at her attempt to start a formal conversation with him.
Kaddar waved his hand towards Agnes - a signal to depart. When she left Kaddar made forward, lifted Daine's hand and kissed it. When Kaddar performed this curtesy, Daine blushed demurely. 'Shall we get going, my lady?'
'Assuredly!' Daine giggled. She was relived to see that Kaddar was dressed similarly her - he wore a loose, satin shirt with gold thread entwined together at the helm. The open collar revealed his muscular chest. Mauve breaches completed his outfit. He wore an amethyst drop on his left ear, and small hoops in his right. Like Daine, he wore little jewellery. He also had a cloak of lilac with an exquisitely made clasp.
Kaddar offered his hand as courtesy to escort Daine. 'Why thank you!' Daine exclaimed sarcastically. 'I've always need a hand to walk.' She said as she took the offered one.
'You've probably realized that I've taken a particular interest in modernizing all the palace temples.' Kaddar explained. 'They were all originally in a state of neglect.'
'As you remember, the Graveyard Hag had a little chat to me after we discovered Master Salmal?n was still alive. Well, I took her advice and her temple looks as good as new. There are about seven priests for each temple, numerous offerings a day - including iris incenses and a sacrificial goose on the altar, the temple is cleaned every two days, and for each temple there are two guards. Carthak seems to be in the gods' favour again. The famine now cease to exist, the crime rate is half of what it used to be, the nobles are co-operating with me and we've managed to almost take the rebellion out of action.'
'Wow,' Daine had just managed to take in all the news. 'I didn't know that your rule would be so.blessed.'
'Neither did I.' Kaddar admitted. 'I have my own ambitions. I desire to make Carthak a much better place then it was when my uncle reigned. I want everything, everyone at peace when my sovereignty ends.'
'Everyone has ambitions.' Daine agreed. She just realized that Kaddar had no heir. 'Don't you have plans to marry? I mean, you can't die and not have an heir! Your reign would end in civil war!'
'At the moment I'm rather reluctant to thing about nuptials. I understand that I need an heir, but I've got more significant issues to look after.' Kaddar said with a hint of male arrogance. (a.n: males these days! Think themselves all mighty!!! I couldn't help myself.)
They walked the same route Daine had been deceived, by the Graveyard Hag, to the temples. This time she took her time to look at all the luscious garden on the way.
Daine persisted on the topic. 'But I'm sure you've met some charming princess of a distance land.'
'I speak truth when I say I've never meet any foreign princess that could have been a possible bride. Uncle was so relentless when he said he wanted me to marry a Tortallian. I personally think it was because that way, Ozourne could ransom her. I'm only fifteen. I don't need to think of marriage.' From that, Kaddar abruptly changed the topic as they rounded the last corner in the direction of the temples. 'Trust me; you'll love the change in the palace temples.' His eyes had momentarily lost its guard, and Daine saw something she had never seen in anyone's eyes. It was quickly suppressed.
Daine was indeed delighted. The polished gold leaf gave all the temples an air of dignity and majesty. Kaddar spoke truth about all the changes. There were two stationary guards dressed in ceremonial gear. As they strolled towards Mithros' temple the soldiers guarding it did a well rehearsed salute, crying in unison 'Your Imperial Majesty!' Kaddar nodded towards them.
'Oh, glory,' breathed Daine. 'Kaddar, you've made such a difference. The gods must be incredibly pleased with you!' Her eyes were upon a shiny, lustrous statue of the great god. Numerous offerings were lying idle at the foot of the figure. Rare stones encrusted in the gold statue beguiled Daine.
'Kaddar,' whispered Daine. 'Thank you. Thank you.' Her eyes were wet with tears. Before now, Kaddar had not realized how much these temples meant to Daine. (a.n: I decided that Daine loved temples because her father is a god, though she doesn't know it. Again, again I felt I needed to add this in *ignores the fruit thrown at me*)
Not before long, he was swept in an enormous hug from his female companion. She had her arms around his neck and Kaddar laid his arms around her slim waist. They embraced for a while - both enjoying each others presence and warmth. The emperor's lips were in Daine's thick brown hair and her head was cradled between his hard muscular chest.
Kaddar looked down into his companions' dark, handsome eyes. He slowly kissed her forehead very gently. Daine felt a jolt of indescribable, yet divine pleasure. Something in her head told her to react positively. She looked up into Kaddar's eyes, and saw what only people dream of seeing - his eyes were misted with so much emotion it hurt as to so much as look up in them. Kaddar lowered his head till their noses lightly touched. Both breathed each others scent, and savoured it. Hesitantly, for it seemed that both were new to this kind of affection, they lifted their months to touch. What started as a timid, friendly kiss, ended with fiery passion. Daine's arms were pressed hard against Kaddar's back, while his own hands were tangled through her thick, loose hair.
Memories entered Daine's mind - Numair teaching her to communicate with Cloud silently, him slaying Stormwings to protect her and the most painful one of her teacher greeting her after everyone believed him dead. Daine saw things that frightened, and confused her.
What once would have ended in a more intimate exchange, ended with an affable understanding. Painfully strong memoirs caused Daine to lose all self control. Uncertainty misted her judgment and was unable to comprehend her emotions. Daine tore her mouth from Kaddar's sweet breath. She panted heavily as she tried to regain some build of self-control.
'Daine?' Kaddar peered into her dark, brown eyes. He sounded full of concern. 'Are you ill? I'm so sorry about that. If that is what you are troubled about, I will promise never to do it again.' His voice fell heavy when he said those last words. 'I never thought it would end like this.'
Daine felt tears form in her eyelids. She had never felt so befuddled. Why all these feelings? Daine had never felt like this before. 'Please Kaddar; I'd like to go back now. I'm just need some time to think.'
'Of course.' Kaddar seemed a bit dazed. 'Let me escort you.'
*** sozz..i know it was a bit short compared to my last one. *smiles sadly* I HAVE WRITER'S BLOCK, DAMMIT. (and I'm currently writing this in P.E. - the teacher is really, really thick.and Xela is watching over my shoulder) (she's telling me to recommend her stories to you)
As if, Izzy. Hey peeps. DO NOT READ MY STORIES. Just kidding. Read them if you want- I'm just being contrary. Back to the grind of P.E... NOOOO! I knew there were two reasons I hated school- P.E, and Maths. Farewell!
Right, back to the subject. Xela (which is alex) just totally shoved me off my laptop. (I think the teacher is watching us out of the corner of his eye) I ended this chapter because no one has offered any ideas for my plot *tears form* and I really do need ppl to review *brushes tears carelessly aside*.
OMG OMG OMG!!! DO YOU KNOW THAT AVRIL LAVIGNE IS COMING TO AUSTRALIA. I have to get tickets. Omg omg omg. Damn, my lucks good! I absolutely love her songs. I hate her, but she is talented - give her credit for that. HER CONCERT IS ON THE 3RD OF JUNE. MUST GET TICKETS! If you're wondering I like avril, eminem, pink and Christiana Aguilera (I like her album 'stripped', its da best!)
If you're wondering about my other story, I don't have the heart to complete it till i AT LEAST GET TEN REVIEWS. Pleaz pleaz pleaz review.
I REALLY TRIED NOT TO WRITE THE AUTHORS NOTES! YOU WOULDN'T KNOW HOW STRENUOUS IT WAS TO CONTAIN MY SENSE OF HUMOUR!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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PLEASE READ EVERY AUTHOR'S NOTE BECAUSE THEY ARE IMPORTANT!!!
a.n: I've decided not to keep Kitten and Zek in the story - they're just too annoying. From now, they're residing at the university. I also decided that Daine will use were magic rarely because she promised Jon she wouldn't. Sorry for the inconvenience. *shrugs off any death-glares*
I also get the picture THAT BASICALLY EVERYONE HATES MY LITTLE NOTED *silent tears roll down cheek* ill try and stop writing them. I need some beta readers so can Keita and Janka help me? I'll email the next chapter to you later!
DAMMIT! DON'T READ MY OTHER STORY! IT IS REALLY, REALLY BAD!!!!! *tries to cover up link to Harry Potter story*
{YOU GOT A LONG CHAPTER - NOW YOU GET A SHORT CHAPTER}
Chapter 5
This was only the second time in Carthak Daine ever got to wear her casual and comfortable clothes. She wore a loose, white cotton shirt with tiny vines stitched into the helm and dark green leggings. As it was a cold, bitter, blustery day, Daine also wore a cloak of a rich green tone. Its clasp consisted of a leaf shaped emerald on a pure gold broach. Apart from the cloaks' clasp, Numair's ring, Kaddar's armband, Daine wore no jewellery. Her hair was done up in a simple plait.
Today seems like one of the only days this month where I've actually felt myself. Daine thought while looking herself in the mirror. It wasn't that she was vain, she was simply nervous. Kaddar better dress in a simple outfit. Mithros bless, if he doesn't - she'll look like a beggar!
At this point there was an abrupt knocking on her apartment door. Daine changed her ears to bat ears so she could here Agnes answer the visitor, from where she sat.
'Your Imperial Majesty! The Lady Baroness will be on her way.' Agnes popped her head through the door of Daine's bedroom. 'My Lady! Emperor Kaddar waits in your sitting room. Do hurry. I'd hate to keep his Imperial Majesty waiting.'
Before entering, Daine changed her ears back to the normal form. 'Majesty!' Daine had to use formality since Agnes was still present. 'It's superb to see you in excellent health.' Kaddar grinned, and shook his head at her attempt to start a formal conversation with him.
Kaddar waved his hand towards Agnes - a signal to depart. When she left Kaddar made forward, lifted Daine's hand and kissed it. When Kaddar performed this curtesy, Daine blushed demurely. 'Shall we get going, my lady?'
'Assuredly!' Daine giggled. She was relived to see that Kaddar was dressed similarly her - he wore a loose, satin shirt with gold thread entwined together at the helm. The open collar revealed his muscular chest. Mauve breaches completed his outfit. He wore an amethyst drop on his left ear, and small hoops in his right. Like Daine, he wore little jewellery. He also had a cloak of lilac with an exquisitely made clasp.
Kaddar offered his hand as courtesy to escort Daine. 'Why thank you!' Daine exclaimed sarcastically. 'I've always need a hand to walk.' She said as she took the offered one.
'You've probably realized that I've taken a particular interest in modernizing all the palace temples.' Kaddar explained. 'They were all originally in a state of neglect.'
'As you remember, the Graveyard Hag had a little chat to me after we discovered Master Salmal?n was still alive. Well, I took her advice and her temple looks as good as new. There are about seven priests for each temple, numerous offerings a day - including iris incenses and a sacrificial goose on the altar, the temple is cleaned every two days, and for each temple there are two guards. Carthak seems to be in the gods' favour again. The famine now cease to exist, the crime rate is half of what it used to be, the nobles are co-operating with me and we've managed to almost take the rebellion out of action.'
'Wow,' Daine had just managed to take in all the news. 'I didn't know that your rule would be so.blessed.'
'Neither did I.' Kaddar admitted. 'I have my own ambitions. I desire to make Carthak a much better place then it was when my uncle reigned. I want everything, everyone at peace when my sovereignty ends.'
'Everyone has ambitions.' Daine agreed. She just realized that Kaddar had no heir. 'Don't you have plans to marry? I mean, you can't die and not have an heir! Your reign would end in civil war!'
'At the moment I'm rather reluctant to thing about nuptials. I understand that I need an heir, but I've got more significant issues to look after.' Kaddar said with a hint of male arrogance. (a.n: males these days! Think themselves all mighty!!! I couldn't help myself.)
They walked the same route Daine had been deceived, by the Graveyard Hag, to the temples. This time she took her time to look at all the luscious garden on the way.
Daine persisted on the topic. 'But I'm sure you've met some charming princess of a distance land.'
'I speak truth when I say I've never meet any foreign princess that could have been a possible bride. Uncle was so relentless when he said he wanted me to marry a Tortallian. I personally think it was because that way, Ozourne could ransom her. I'm only fifteen. I don't need to think of marriage.' From that, Kaddar abruptly changed the topic as they rounded the last corner in the direction of the temples. 'Trust me; you'll love the change in the palace temples.' His eyes had momentarily lost its guard, and Daine saw something she had never seen in anyone's eyes. It was quickly suppressed.
Daine was indeed delighted. The polished gold leaf gave all the temples an air of dignity and majesty. Kaddar spoke truth about all the changes. There were two stationary guards dressed in ceremonial gear. As they strolled towards Mithros' temple the soldiers guarding it did a well rehearsed salute, crying in unison 'Your Imperial Majesty!' Kaddar nodded towards them.
'Oh, glory,' breathed Daine. 'Kaddar, you've made such a difference. The gods must be incredibly pleased with you!' Her eyes were upon a shiny, lustrous statue of the great god. Numerous offerings were lying idle at the foot of the figure. Rare stones encrusted in the gold statue beguiled Daine.
'Kaddar,' whispered Daine. 'Thank you. Thank you.' Her eyes were wet with tears. Before now, Kaddar had not realized how much these temples meant to Daine. (a.n: I decided that Daine loved temples because her father is a god, though she doesn't know it. Again, again I felt I needed to add this in *ignores the fruit thrown at me*)
Not before long, he was swept in an enormous hug from his female companion. She had her arms around his neck and Kaddar laid his arms around her slim waist. They embraced for a while - both enjoying each others presence and warmth. The emperor's lips were in Daine's thick brown hair and her head was cradled between his hard muscular chest.
Kaddar looked down into his companions' dark, handsome eyes. He slowly kissed her forehead very gently. Daine felt a jolt of indescribable, yet divine pleasure. Something in her head told her to react positively. She looked up into Kaddar's eyes, and saw what only people dream of seeing - his eyes were misted with so much emotion it hurt as to so much as look up in them. Kaddar lowered his head till their noses lightly touched. Both breathed each others scent, and savoured it. Hesitantly, for it seemed that both were new to this kind of affection, they lifted their months to touch. What started as a timid, friendly kiss, ended with fiery passion. Daine's arms were pressed hard against Kaddar's back, while his own hands were tangled through her thick, loose hair.
Memories entered Daine's mind - Numair teaching her to communicate with Cloud silently, him slaying Stormwings to protect her and the most painful one of her teacher greeting her after everyone believed him dead. Daine saw things that frightened, and confused her.
What once would have ended in a more intimate exchange, ended with an affable understanding. Painfully strong memoirs caused Daine to lose all self control. Uncertainty misted her judgment and was unable to comprehend her emotions. Daine tore her mouth from Kaddar's sweet breath. She panted heavily as she tried to regain some build of self-control.
'Daine?' Kaddar peered into her dark, brown eyes. He sounded full of concern. 'Are you ill? I'm so sorry about that. If that is what you are troubled about, I will promise never to do it again.' His voice fell heavy when he said those last words. 'I never thought it would end like this.'
Daine felt tears form in her eyelids. She had never felt so befuddled. Why all these feelings? Daine had never felt like this before. 'Please Kaddar; I'd like to go back now. I'm just need some time to think.'
'Of course.' Kaddar seemed a bit dazed. 'Let me escort you.'
*** sozz..i know it was a bit short compared to my last one. *smiles sadly* I HAVE WRITER'S BLOCK, DAMMIT. (and I'm currently writing this in P.E. - the teacher is really, really thick.and Xela is watching over my shoulder) (she's telling me to recommend her stories to you)
As if, Izzy. Hey peeps. DO NOT READ MY STORIES. Just kidding. Read them if you want- I'm just being contrary. Back to the grind of P.E... NOOOO! I knew there were two reasons I hated school- P.E, and Maths. Farewell!
Right, back to the subject. Xela (which is alex) just totally shoved me off my laptop. (I think the teacher is watching us out of the corner of his eye) I ended this chapter because no one has offered any ideas for my plot *tears form* and I really do need ppl to review *brushes tears carelessly aside*.
OMG OMG OMG!!! DO YOU KNOW THAT AVRIL LAVIGNE IS COMING TO AUSTRALIA. I have to get tickets. Omg omg omg. Damn, my lucks good! I absolutely love her songs. I hate her, but she is talented - give her credit for that. HER CONCERT IS ON THE 3RD OF JUNE. MUST GET TICKETS! If you're wondering I like avril, eminem, pink and Christiana Aguilera (I like her album 'stripped', its da best!)
If you're wondering about my other story, I don't have the heart to complete it till i AT LEAST GET TEN REVIEWS. Pleaz pleaz pleaz review.
I REALLY TRIED NOT TO WRITE THE AUTHORS NOTES! YOU WOULDN'T KNOW HOW STRENUOUS IT WAS TO CONTAIN MY SENSE OF HUMOUR!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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