If Wishes Came True

Piratewench5309

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Chapter 9:

December 13, 468 H.E.

Gray Palace, Rajmuat, Copper Isles

Alianne glided swiftly and inconspicuously down the hallways of the gray palace. Ever since Senna had come to the palace Aly's easy lifestyle had grown chaotic and involved. Now she was going to do her own personal spy work for the first time in many years. There was actually something quite gratifying about it.

Surprisingly enough there was almost no one in the palace halls besides herself. She wondered where everyone else could be. At the very least there should be some servants rushing to and fro in a bustle. Oh well she thought, I'm sure if there's anything too horrible happening Taybur will have it under control. And with that she reached the door of Senna's room and picked her way inside.

Aly was quite impressed with the plush surroundings. She herself was modestly accommodated, true her rooms were more than even any bourgeoisie could hope for but compared to Senna's quarters, Aly's were as sparse as a monk's cloister.

Aly started to search in, around and under the bed, the desk and the closet and found almost nothing interesting. There were a few notes between her and Duke Nomru, a couple of dresses and nightgowns in the closet and a diary under her pillow (which Aly refrained from reading…this time). Becoming frustrated Aly crossed her fingers as she walked over to the tall bureau in one enormous corner of the room. She flung open the doors with baited breath and saw nothing but more ordinary dresses. At this point she had given up hope on any real clue to the girl's origins but decided to search the drawers anyways. She opened the first door and with it her eyes danced in delight. Inside the drawer were all sorts of unusual things, strange clothing with some kind of stretchy substance around the waist, a strange hyper detailed, miniature painting, books with strange binding and lettering and all sorts of strange things. Aly took one of the books and the mini painting and shoved them in her pockets. She shut the drawer and moved to the trunk next to the bureau.

She tried fruitlessly to pick the lock for ten minutes and was absolutely boggled when she couldn't open it. She stared at it for a moment in fury wishing she could figure out how to open it when all of a sudden it popped open. Aly looked at it in shock until she heard a familiar voice in her head just evening the odds a bit, don't get used to it, I'm not one for playing fair. Aly smiled as she placed Kyprioth's voice. She walked over to the trunk and opened it up finding what she vaguely recognized as a violin. She picked it up, examining it as thoroughly as she could. It didn't seem abnormal in anyway and if it did she wouldn't really know how to tell so she put it back. She did wonder however that Ms. Senna could afford such an extravagantly expensive instrument. It had just been invented not too long ago and there weren't many in existence, nor were they easy to make. As Ally was turning to leave, the door to the room flung open and a tumult of noise came rushing in. Aly sped to the closet and silently shut the door, finding momentary safety. She noticed out of the corner of her eye that the trunk snapped shut after her.

She watched vigilantly as the Queen led Nomru, Numair, Duke Seiko (a man she recognized as a Tyran Ambassador) and Taybur carrying Senna into the room. Taybur, with furious worrying and protectiveness set into his features laid Senna down on the huge bed and tucked her into it. He's as fretful as the mother of a sick child Aly thought. She absent mindedly wondered what had happened to the girl as she watched the Queen assign Taybur to watch her. Numair volunteered his services in finding out and curing what was wrong with her and then Dovasary stated apologetically that she must leave and tend to her affairs. The three men bowed to her and she left. Aly watched a little longer as Taybur smoothed back the hair in Senna's face and kissed her on the forehead.

Aly, frustrated at this point and realizing that she would be stuck in this position for a while if she didn't do something began to speak to Taybur via Trick who, as always, was twined around her neck. Taybur looked up, shocked at hearing someone speaking to him. He quickly realized what it was and settled down.

Taybur, it's Aly, I'm in the closet. I need you to make a distraction. She whispered.

What are you doing in the closet? He asked in reply.

Not that it should matter but I'm spying, what do you think? She rushed back angrily.

Why are you spying? He asked in confusion. Aly was furious. What in the fires of hell was wrong with him?

Because she is my ENEMY you idiot! Or have you forgotten? Aly watched as a fiery blush rose to his cheeks. He had forgotten. The intensity of Senna's song had made him forget absolutely every thing that had previously angered him about Senna.

One moment. He whispered back. After some brief talking amongst the three, Numair got up and exited through the hall door and Nomru Seiko followed. Aly sighed and opened the closet door, spilling out of it.

"What's going on Taybur?" Aly demanded angrily. Taybur stood up and walked toward her. He was angry with her condescending tone. Now that he was standing in front of her the extra intimidating factor of his height was reminded to Aly. She calmed down a bit and asked him more politely. "Taybur. Could you please explain to me what has happened in the last twenty minutes?"

Taybur sat back down on a stool nearby and began to explain. "I tricked Senna into singing because I knew she was afraid of doing it. She sang and something…. Well it was weird. Anyways after that she just collapsed in the ball room and we brought her back in here."

Aly nodded while she chewed on her lip. "Hmm. I'll have to work on that one. Anyways I expect to see you in the meeting room as soon as the others get back to watch her."

Just as she said this Numair came in. He was dressed in more comfortable mage robes and was carrying a few books in his hands. "Aly! I didn't realize you were here!" He said as he put his books aside and swept her into a hug.

"I just came to check on our guest when I heard the news. Taybur and I were just about to leave." Aly said pleasantly and with a smile.

"Alright then," Numair replied, "I'll keep an eye on her until Taybur gets back."

Aly and Taybur thanked him and left the room.

Twenty Minutes Later

"So, now that that's been taken care of, does any one have anything to report on our guest?" Aly asked the room. No one spoke up. "Well I took the liberty of scouting out her room earlier and here is what I have to show." Trick made a little screen and showed pictures of all the objects Aly had found. She assigned one of her pack to find out what all the things were and then dismissed everyone except Taybur. "Let me be completely honest with you Taybur, I think you're getting emotionally involved and I can't have that."

Taybur studied her face. "I am perfectly capable of keeping a level head Aly." And he even half believed himself.

She gave him a look that said more than words ever could. "I certainly hope so. Because I wouldn't want anyone to get hurt Taybur."

He looked at her in shock. "Is that a threat?"

"No Taybur, it's a warning." She slumped down into her chair and didn't look up as Taybur left in a cloud of angry confusion.

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AN: Sorry about the infernally long time between updates. I've been swept up in a fury of changing classes and filling out scholarship applications. Otherwise, I hope you enjoyed the chapter.

TinkerBell394587: Perhaps I will, thanks for the opinion. Yeah, the Unlimited part is great! I did not know that! I loved the idea too, that's why its in there! )

Sarah J: Thanks, I do love Taybur.. He's the greatest! Does Ally actually have children at this point? I was almost sure she didn't. I will definitely cross reference it and if she does you can bet I won't forget about them. Thanks for the friendly reminder. I have not read Chained. Perhaps I will go check it out when I get the time.

Amaya: Never heard it! You should download it. I'm glad you approved either way. Sorry about that little mistake. I reread the chapter and realized there were quite a few mistakes in there. I'm so glad I'm one of your favorites! That's great! Sorry about the time between updates. And I'm glad you're not disappointed about the ineligibility of my fic. Weeeeeeeeeee!

Luna y sol: Well there should be more with Taybur, he's great! Your welcome for the quick update, I hope it made up for the length of this one.