Threats and Promises

By: me

Edited By: my friend

Inspired by: Jareth's nice side

Chapter Eleven

"Ow," I gripped upon Jareth catching me "why is it I keep ending up like this?"

"Unlucky I guess," he said setting me down and then gave a stern look "are you really sorry?"

"YES!" I shouted "Christ Jareth I wouldn't ever want to hurt you!" I closed my mouth quickly and bit on my lip. I wished more than anything that there'd be something to catch my eye and bring my attention away from Jareth. He watched me, and slowly pulled me into a tight embrace. "Alright," I muttered but he ignored me "can't breathe over here!!" He promptly let go and nodded.

"I apologize as well," he breathed "can we start over?" He used that 'I'm so innocent' look again. I nodded and he gave a low and well mannered bow.

"Bonior mademoiselle," he said kindly and kissed my hand "I am Jareth, King of the Goblins." He gave a courageous smile. "Please give them a chance; they're not much to look at but their quite alright once you get used to them." I blushed and hoped to god that he wouldn't notice.

"Good evening Sire," I said giving a small curtsy "perhaps we should get going though, I'm sure the celebration is starting soon."

"Oh," he growled "I almost forgot. Thank you for reminding me. Come on." And again Jareth grabbed my hand and dragged me through the woods.

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A large bond fire was lit when I made my way to the courtyard. Jareth had sent me away with a few goblins that gave me some clothing to change into. I'd brushed my hair and washed my face, which was much needed. The clothing given to me seemed Indian almost, the deep dyed coloring and how it was stitched together. I looked at myself, I looked halfway decent anyways. Jareth motioned for me to come over by him and I did since I didn't know where else to go. He had on something a little like mine, only his looked more masculine.

"You look nice," he complemented and I smiled.

"So do you," I said sitting cross legged like he was. He looked to me and smiled. Colored lanterns littered nearby trees, lights flickering with each passing of the wind. Food had been set out, things I'd never seen before but didn't seem to bad. Goblins rushed around here and there worrying over the smallest detail. As more creatures started showing up the more talking Jareth did. He seemed nervous. "Are you alright?"

"Hum?" he asked in a haste "oh yeah, I'm fine." I eyed him for a moment and he sighed. "Alright so I'm a little worried."

"Why?" I asked looking at goblins sit around and chatter "you know these people." He seemed a bit taken back that I called them people, except creatures or goblins or something.

"Well," he started "they're always trying to get me to do something…"

"Like…?" I asked.

"Like dance or sing or… something," he muttered and I laughed.

"Isn't that what your supposed to do at a party?" I asked and he shrugged. "Are you shy, Jareth?" I teased.

"No," he snapped and then his face softened "but I don't like dancing by myself, its uncomfortable." We both were quiet for a long time and watched more creatures show up and sit around the bonfire. Jareth picked up an orange in front of him and kept turning it, over and over in his hand. I grabbed his hand to make him stop and he looked up at me, nervously.

"I'll dance with you," I smiled and he sent a curious look. He opened his mouth to say something but an old goblin woman hobbled on over to him and hugged him.

"Hariba Jareth," she said in her ragged voice and let go of her embrace. She looked at me and gave a wild smile. "Oh, esh tu maroonia?"

"No," he laughed "ista Sarah. Esh mi goodila frignitaly." I watched both of them speak to each other for a while and the haggard old woman hugged him again, this time she went and took her seat.

"What did she ask you?" I asked and he gave a shrug. "Whatever!" I teased "you know what she said."

"She asked me if I finally got married and I said no, that you were Sarah," he said simply.

"Your good friend," I added remembering what he's said. He gave a shocked look. "I pick up quickly."

"I can see that," he smiled and there suddenly was a loud deafening noise. All the lights went out and I jumped. Jareth put his hand on mine and send a reassuring look. "Its starting."

Author's Note:

Acantha Mardivey: I'm sorry (again), and yep, finally did update. Don't worry I gots rum of my own -

ItsACrystalNothingMore: nope, no luck apparently. Poor her.

Rosakara13: Like I'd let her die.

LadyAniviel: I don't mean to, really. I'm sorry you've got writer's block ::sends goblin over::

Moonjava: Thanx.

Divine Dark Angel: Glad you like it. And of COURSE I dedicated one to you! You review EVERTHING! How can't I?

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