A/N:
Hello- no I didn't forget or leave this fic to stay unfinished. But I was really busy and the response for this fic is kind of lacking… I'm not sure why that is but oh well. I do intent to finish this fics- but I kind of got side tracked last weekend and didn't get an update up…. So here I am all sugared up and ready to write. I hope everyone had a great Halloween- I went as a fairy to my work place. We had a small party and a few people dressed up. I'm one of the younger people in the office, so of course I had to dress up! I had fun. I had children's fairy wings, a wand and I made a bucket that read: I am the Anime fairy. In Japanese, of course ^_^ the top of my bucket said: Candy or Bishies only! ^_^; I know I have problems…. But I had fun carrying around all that stuff and my Spike doll (Cowboy Bebop hottie)
Oh well, aside from school sucking up all the usual free time I would have, not much is going on… Anyway- I'll stop rambling and get to the story… if you haven't skipped this banter already!
Disclaimer: Me no own, you no sue!
Chapter 6
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Parn was awoken from his slumber the next morning with a loud whining noise coming from outside their balcony window.
Rolling over Parn tried to continue his restful sleep. But the whines and soon light scratching on the stone walls of the castle created the situation where no matter where Parn turned he could not get back to sleep. Sitting up finally, he noticed Deedlit was still slumbering peacefully. After brushing a lock of hair from her face he carefully rolled out of bed.
Wiping the sleep from his eyes he wandered slowly over to the balcony to find a sight that made him want to laugh.
Deedlit's new 'pet' dragon was waiting impatiently for her to get up. Parn smiled at the thought of the dragon being like a dog, a very large dog.
"So you want Deedlit to come out and play, do you?" Parn chuckled as he looked down on the red harmless beast. "Well, I'm sorry, she's still sleeping. So keep it quiet." He added as he went to grab his day cloths and quietly exited the room after stealing a kiss from Deedlit.
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"Oh, your majesty." Parn bowed as he walked into the dinning hall and found King Kashue looking at several maps while having a light breakfast.
"Parn! Come in. I was just thinking of going to find you." Kashue smiled as he motioned for the younger man to take a seat by his side.
Once Parn was served a light meal, Kashue began to speak.
"Parn, I have been meaning to ask you something important." Kashue started out getting the young knight's attention. "Have you and Deedlit decided on where it is you are settling down? With your child on the way, you might want someplace more stable and permanent."
"Well we haven't decided anything yet your majesty." Parn admitted. But something was bothering him. She had acted strange ever since she danced with Kashue last night. 'Had Kashue talked to her about something he didn't know of?' Parn wondered. "But what ever Deedlit wants I will be more than happy to do for her. And besides we will have to return to the forest several times. When the baby is born and then when she is needed." Parn added thinking of her obligation to her Elven kind.
"I see." Kashue said as he thought over his next words carefully. "Parn, when we first met you told me your aspirations. To become a great fighter and someday make a name for yourself…"
Parn nodded thinking over his past aspirations. His life had changed drastically now. The trials of the forest had made him see that there was much more to life than fame and fortune.
The look in Parn's eyes told him that the younger man had grown considerably in such a short period of time. The difference was astounding. Parn no longer was the knight Kashue had expected him to still be. He was much more than that now.
'Convincing him to become leader of this area might be harder than I had expected… but I trust no one else for this job.'
"Your majesty?" Parn asked seeing the change in the King's appearance. "Is there something bothering you?"
"Well actually yes, there is Parn. You see…"
-
Parn walked out of the castle almost in a shock like state.
'I would like you to become ruler over this land and lead its people Parn.' Kashue had said.
'Me? Me? A K…king?' Parn couldn't believe it. But then something reminded him that Deedlit had told him of this occurrence and he saw it in his dream during one of the trials.
But what he remembered more was the expression on Deedlit's face during that particular vision. Unlike the many happy visions of Deedlit with children, the one that he recalled was one of him in a position of power. He had seemed to be a king in that dream… sure they looked happy at least, but there was something about Deedlit's already ancient eyes that told of a greater sadness than what they already spoke.
Although Parn was successful and happy, Deedlit was putting up a front. The dark clouds that hovered above also made him shiver… 'If I become a king to these people… our relationship will be forever changed. I won't be able to keep my promises I have made to her… the people of the kingdom would deserve to be the top priority for any good ruler… but Deed… and our child… they are my only priority… I can't do that to them…' Parn thought. The more Parn dwelled on the subject, the stronger his head ached.
Wanting to clear his mind, Parn walked outside the castle walls. The reconstruction of the surrounding areas was in full swing and a great deal had been accomplished in such a short time. The people of this area were surely an amazing and resilient people, Parn thought. To be a leader of such remarkable people would be to help share in their accomplishments, which could be great and many. However, the price he would have to pay in order to become such would be even greater.
Parn had always looked to King Kashue as his greatest mentor after his father. He had always strived to be a good knight in order to better himself and to become as great a man as Kashue. But lately he saw the other side of Kashue… he was alone and sad most of the time. Was it because he chooses to be such a great and powerful ruler?
Parn couldn't figure this question out. He needed to know if he was to become more like his mentor that his life with Deedlit would not have to face sacrifices.
'What do I do?' Parn questioned himself as he rounded the castle walls and neared the area that was just below his and Deedlit's chamber window.
Expecting to find their pet dragon still whining up at the window Parn sped up. But when he got there he saw that the dragon was nuzzling its nose up against a small figure on the lawn. It was Deedlit. Parn closed the space between them with a few strides.
"Good morning Parn." Deedlit smiled as she turned and gave her husband a kiss.
"Morning." He responded in kind. "I thought I told him to not wake you up." Parn looked up at the dragon angrily. If he didn't know any better he would have to say that the dragon's expression was trying to look innocent…
"Oh, he didn't wake me up Parn. The sun was just so welcoming that I couldn't stay in bed all morning… besides I want to walk around while I can…"
"What do you mean while you can?" Parn asked as he sat down with her in his arms.
"Our baby silly." She smiled. "Humans carry their children for period of eight months, but elves are somewhat different. The period of time depends, and since he's your child, I don't expect to move for the last few months I carry him."
"What do you mean my child? Is that such a bad thing Deedlit my love?" Parn asked as he kissed he neck.
"Well you do tend to be a hassle at times, and you hardly can sit still… I'm just saying that since we both have such spirit and energy… the baby might have ours combined."
"Oh…. Deedlit, I wish there was something more I could do for you… I can't bear to see you hurting…"
"Sh, Parn it's alright. I'm happy to bear all the pain, because we've made something wonderful out of our love…"
The couple spent a time in each other's arms under the protection of not being interrupted by the dragon they had taken in as a friend.
"Parn?"
"Mm?"
"What's the matter?" Deedlit asked as she shifted and turned so she was looking down at Parn.
"What? Nothings the matter Deed…"
"Parn, did I ever tell you your eyes give you away every time you lie?"
Parn sighed. 'Should I tell her what plaguing my mind? Maybe she could help.' He thought for a moment.
"Kashue asked you didn't he?"
"What? He told you last night, didn't he?" Parn replied. Kashue had told him he talked with Deedlit last night for a moment, but she never gave him a straight answer. 'I will do what ever Parn chooses, because I love him and I will never leave his side.' Was what she told the king…
"Deedlit… I don't want us to give up what we have… to live a life where we can be together and not have to deal with such horrors and problems would be heaven… But…"
Hello- no I didn't forget or leave this fic to stay unfinished. But I was really busy and the response for this fic is kind of lacking… I'm not sure why that is but oh well. I do intent to finish this fics- but I kind of got side tracked last weekend and didn't get an update up…. So here I am all sugared up and ready to write. I hope everyone had a great Halloween- I went as a fairy to my work place. We had a small party and a few people dressed up. I'm one of the younger people in the office, so of course I had to dress up! I had fun. I had children's fairy wings, a wand and I made a bucket that read: I am the Anime fairy. In Japanese, of course ^_^ the top of my bucket said: Candy or Bishies only! ^_^; I know I have problems…. But I had fun carrying around all that stuff and my Spike doll (Cowboy Bebop hottie)
Oh well, aside from school sucking up all the usual free time I would have, not much is going on… Anyway- I'll stop rambling and get to the story… if you haven't skipped this banter already!
Disclaimer: Me no own, you no sue!
Chapter 6
-
Parn was awoken from his slumber the next morning with a loud whining noise coming from outside their balcony window.
Rolling over Parn tried to continue his restful sleep. But the whines and soon light scratching on the stone walls of the castle created the situation where no matter where Parn turned he could not get back to sleep. Sitting up finally, he noticed Deedlit was still slumbering peacefully. After brushing a lock of hair from her face he carefully rolled out of bed.
Wiping the sleep from his eyes he wandered slowly over to the balcony to find a sight that made him want to laugh.
Deedlit's new 'pet' dragon was waiting impatiently for her to get up. Parn smiled at the thought of the dragon being like a dog, a very large dog.
"So you want Deedlit to come out and play, do you?" Parn chuckled as he looked down on the red harmless beast. "Well, I'm sorry, she's still sleeping. So keep it quiet." He added as he went to grab his day cloths and quietly exited the room after stealing a kiss from Deedlit.
-
"Oh, your majesty." Parn bowed as he walked into the dinning hall and found King Kashue looking at several maps while having a light breakfast.
"Parn! Come in. I was just thinking of going to find you." Kashue smiled as he motioned for the younger man to take a seat by his side.
Once Parn was served a light meal, Kashue began to speak.
"Parn, I have been meaning to ask you something important." Kashue started out getting the young knight's attention. "Have you and Deedlit decided on where it is you are settling down? With your child on the way, you might want someplace more stable and permanent."
"Well we haven't decided anything yet your majesty." Parn admitted. But something was bothering him. She had acted strange ever since she danced with Kashue last night. 'Had Kashue talked to her about something he didn't know of?' Parn wondered. "But what ever Deedlit wants I will be more than happy to do for her. And besides we will have to return to the forest several times. When the baby is born and then when she is needed." Parn added thinking of her obligation to her Elven kind.
"I see." Kashue said as he thought over his next words carefully. "Parn, when we first met you told me your aspirations. To become a great fighter and someday make a name for yourself…"
Parn nodded thinking over his past aspirations. His life had changed drastically now. The trials of the forest had made him see that there was much more to life than fame and fortune.
The look in Parn's eyes told him that the younger man had grown considerably in such a short period of time. The difference was astounding. Parn no longer was the knight Kashue had expected him to still be. He was much more than that now.
'Convincing him to become leader of this area might be harder than I had expected… but I trust no one else for this job.'
"Your majesty?" Parn asked seeing the change in the King's appearance. "Is there something bothering you?"
"Well actually yes, there is Parn. You see…"
-
Parn walked out of the castle almost in a shock like state.
'I would like you to become ruler over this land and lead its people Parn.' Kashue had said.
'Me? Me? A K…king?' Parn couldn't believe it. But then something reminded him that Deedlit had told him of this occurrence and he saw it in his dream during one of the trials.
But what he remembered more was the expression on Deedlit's face during that particular vision. Unlike the many happy visions of Deedlit with children, the one that he recalled was one of him in a position of power. He had seemed to be a king in that dream… sure they looked happy at least, but there was something about Deedlit's already ancient eyes that told of a greater sadness than what they already spoke.
Although Parn was successful and happy, Deedlit was putting up a front. The dark clouds that hovered above also made him shiver… 'If I become a king to these people… our relationship will be forever changed. I won't be able to keep my promises I have made to her… the people of the kingdom would deserve to be the top priority for any good ruler… but Deed… and our child… they are my only priority… I can't do that to them…' Parn thought. The more Parn dwelled on the subject, the stronger his head ached.
Wanting to clear his mind, Parn walked outside the castle walls. The reconstruction of the surrounding areas was in full swing and a great deal had been accomplished in such a short time. The people of this area were surely an amazing and resilient people, Parn thought. To be a leader of such remarkable people would be to help share in their accomplishments, which could be great and many. However, the price he would have to pay in order to become such would be even greater.
Parn had always looked to King Kashue as his greatest mentor after his father. He had always strived to be a good knight in order to better himself and to become as great a man as Kashue. But lately he saw the other side of Kashue… he was alone and sad most of the time. Was it because he chooses to be such a great and powerful ruler?
Parn couldn't figure this question out. He needed to know if he was to become more like his mentor that his life with Deedlit would not have to face sacrifices.
'What do I do?' Parn questioned himself as he rounded the castle walls and neared the area that was just below his and Deedlit's chamber window.
Expecting to find their pet dragon still whining up at the window Parn sped up. But when he got there he saw that the dragon was nuzzling its nose up against a small figure on the lawn. It was Deedlit. Parn closed the space between them with a few strides.
"Good morning Parn." Deedlit smiled as she turned and gave her husband a kiss.
"Morning." He responded in kind. "I thought I told him to not wake you up." Parn looked up at the dragon angrily. If he didn't know any better he would have to say that the dragon's expression was trying to look innocent…
"Oh, he didn't wake me up Parn. The sun was just so welcoming that I couldn't stay in bed all morning… besides I want to walk around while I can…"
"What do you mean while you can?" Parn asked as he sat down with her in his arms.
"Our baby silly." She smiled. "Humans carry their children for period of eight months, but elves are somewhat different. The period of time depends, and since he's your child, I don't expect to move for the last few months I carry him."
"What do you mean my child? Is that such a bad thing Deedlit my love?" Parn asked as he kissed he neck.
"Well you do tend to be a hassle at times, and you hardly can sit still… I'm just saying that since we both have such spirit and energy… the baby might have ours combined."
"Oh…. Deedlit, I wish there was something more I could do for you… I can't bear to see you hurting…"
"Sh, Parn it's alright. I'm happy to bear all the pain, because we've made something wonderful out of our love…"
The couple spent a time in each other's arms under the protection of not being interrupted by the dragon they had taken in as a friend.
"Parn?"
"Mm?"
"What's the matter?" Deedlit asked as she shifted and turned so she was looking down at Parn.
"What? Nothings the matter Deed…"
"Parn, did I ever tell you your eyes give you away every time you lie?"
Parn sighed. 'Should I tell her what plaguing my mind? Maybe she could help.' He thought for a moment.
"Kashue asked you didn't he?"
"What? He told you last night, didn't he?" Parn replied. Kashue had told him he talked with Deedlit last night for a moment, but she never gave him a straight answer. 'I will do what ever Parn chooses, because I love him and I will never leave his side.' Was what she told the king…
"Deedlit… I don't want us to give up what we have… to live a life where we can be together and not have to deal with such horrors and problems would be heaven… But…"