Two hours later
Michael paced the sleeping chamber that Larek had given him. Why did she never tell me! How come I didn't know! All those times we were together and she never let me know! Michael stopped pacing when his door swished open. Inside Larek walked with some sort of device that looked almost like a walkman. "I know you have many questions Michael and I'll try to answer some of them now. But some you will have to come to yourself."
Michael flopped down in a chair and concentrated on Larek. "Why did she never tell me who she was?" "Because she didn't know. We found out later that something messed up when her essence was sent to Earth. We found out to late to track down her mother to fix the problem. Our uncle decided to go to Earth and track her down. I have not heard from him for some time and don't know if he found her. When you go back you can help her yourself to remember."
Reaching his hand toward Michael, "Here I brought you something that will help you regain your memories. I also gave one to Max and Isabel. I will leave you now." Taking the headset from Larek Michael stretched out on the bed. Well Guerin lets get the ball on the roll Michael slipped on the headset and concentrated his power. Suddenly images began pouring in.
Flash
Ten year old Rath and Zan were running towards the lake to go swimming after drills had been completed. Sweaty and dirty they couldn't wait to get into the cool water. Chasing after them ten year old Aiyana was shouting, "Can I go with you guys? Please!" Rath looked back and yelled, "No! You're a girl go play with Lonnie! Come on Zan faster, lets lose her." Only when Rath and Zan were a few more yards away did Rath dare to look back. He wished he hadn't. Standing with her arms hugged around herself, little Princess Aiyana, watched the boys run farther away through tear filled eyes.
Flash
Rath is sixteen and standing in the corner of a huge ballroom. He gazes at all the young people around him, dancing and laughing. He really didn't want to be there but as the future second in command he must attend these functions. Suddenly the ballroom doors are thrown open and the- reason-that-he-lives glides in laughing up at the young gentleman (someone you will recognize in a later chapter) who is her escort. Everyone stops what they are doing and simply stares at the gorgeous creature. It is said that Princess Aiyana of Philious is the most sought after bride, every since she turned 13 suitors have come far and wide to offer for her hand. Rath's clenched fists slightly glow a bright red when he sees Aiyana's date lean down and whisper in her ear causing a beautiful simile to cross her face. It was his own fault. He knew that Aiyana had wanted him to take her. She had been turning down many offers for an escort while silently waiting for him to approach her. But he hadn't.
Flash
"I love you Rath!" he heard Aiyana scream as he thrust into her the last time. Breathing heavily he rolled over onto his back and gathered a limply satiated Aiyana to his chest. Staring up at the bed hangings, gently stroking her golden hair, he thought about the first time she uttered those words to him. It had been at the Annual Academy Ball three years ago when they were sixteen.
"So lover, how long are you staying here?" Rath was pulled out of his thoughts both by her question and her gentle stroking on his chest. "Zan and I are here for two more days. The Elders called this meeting to try and find a way to control Kivar." Not wanting to see the worried look on his beloved's face Rath decided to change the subject. Flipping her onto her back he started to nuzzle her neck. "Let's not talk about Kivar. I have you for two days and I for damn sure don't want to talk."
Flash
Their yelling could be heard all over the palace. "What do you mean you are getting married!"
Pacing Rath threw his hand out and punched a hole into the wall. How could she marry anyone besides him? She belonged to him! No other man was allowed to touch her! No other man dared to touch her for fear of angering him. "You don't understand! I don't want to marry King Zarek. But we have no choice. Zan, my father, and the Elders believe that my marriage to Zarek will help control his brother." Whipping around Rath's next words stopped when he saw tears make paths down her beautiful face. Groaning he gathered Aiyana into his arms. "We'll find another way to control Kivar, my love."
Flash
This was the worst day of his life. Rath stood in the huge church and watched his women pledge her life to another man. Not just any man but his enemy. Even if it killed him he would find a way to get her out of Zarek's clutches.
Flash
Rath, Zan and Lonnie were tied to pillars in the courtyard. All was silent. The fighting had stopped earlier that day. The three were waiting for the signal from Kivar that would end their lives. Rath hung his head, so many people were dead. It had been a slaughter. Most of the Antarians had been peacefully in their beds when the walls had been breached. Rath knew that he would be haunted forever by the screams of his people dying. Aiyana Tears started streaming down his face at her name. She had arrived at the palace the day before with news of Zarek's and Kivar's plot to attack and now his beloved was dead. He had left her in his bed when he had heard the fighting start. She had wanted to fight with him but he had made her promise that she would seek the safety bunkers under the palace. She hadn't made it. On her way there Kivar had found her and killed her. As Aiyana's beautiful face floated in Rath's mind Kivar gave the signal to his men.
End of Flash
Michael sprung upright in the bed when the flashes finally stopped. He had tears in his eyes as he recalled everything that had happened in his previous life. He had to get back to Earth. Back to Maria.
A/N: Wonder who the gentleman is who escorted Aiyana/Maria? R&R! Should I continue?
