Summary- (I made a new one! I actually thought out the plot thoroughly! Yay me!) Legolas, Aragorn, and Arwen are sent to the future to break the news to a young girl that her mother is being held hostage by an evil man in ME and that they need her help to rescue her...how's that gonna go? What does the toddler Maeci have to do with things? LegolasOC POSTWAR
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A/N- Sorry the last chappie was so short! I was just trying to get the 'coming to the future' part out of the way…this one is gonna be longer, promise!
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Enya: Thank you for your review. I just had a brilliant epiphany one day and decided that instead of having the regular characters come to the present, I would do something unique! So I brought Arwen!- I'm sorry the last chappie was short...this one is a little longer! Thanks much!
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Whew! That was quite a long A/N thing...Well that's all folks, so let's move onto the story! Whoopie!
Chapter Three- Evil Mind Tricks
" Do you understand what we have told you, Lady Kaydin?" The only indication I could give was a small nod of my head. I stared blankly down at my hands that were resting on the wooden table. I could feel myself shaking and I clasped my hands hard until my knuckles turned white.
All of their words were still floating around my head, creating surges of fear to spread through my body. It all sounded so fake, what they said, but somewhere in my gut I get the distinct feeling that it's not. My shoulders fell and I bowed my head, not wanting them to see the tears forming in my eyes. Memories of my mother came to mind, only causing more tears to fill my eyes. I may have not gotten along with my mother, but she is still my mother and she could be dead.
I felt someone put a comforting hand on my shoulder, I shook it off. I didn't want to be touched, or pitied right now. I just need a quiet place to think, and here is not the place. I blinked the tears out of my eyes and lifted my head to meet their gazes. Arwen had a hint of tears in her eyes and the two men only looked at me with frowns on their faces. My face hardened and my teeth clenched.
" I need some time. Can you do me a favor milady?" I asked sullenly. The woman smiled and nodded her head slowly. I glanced over at Maeci who was sitting in the living room floor playing with her 'wobbles' game. Tears immediately came to my eyes and I couldn't hold them back. The feeling was overpowering and I have never been burdened with the likes of it before making it confusing, and hard to understand.
I wiped the few tears that I had allowed to fall down my cheeks and looked at Arwen.
" Watch my sister for me while I go for a walk?" I was hesitant at first but the soft and warm glow in her eyes told me that Maeci would be fine.
" Take as long as you'd like." I smiled my thanks and stood up from the table.
Grabbing my 'billabong' sweater and pulled my house keys off the hook by the front door. With one more glance at Maeci, and a small wave, I walked out the front door and into my own personal Hell. Once the door was closed I stood frozen there for a moment, my hand still holding the knob tight and my eyes wide with panic and fear. What had happened inside was unreal, it is almost as if I have been thrown into a nightmare, stuck with no way out.
I glanced out over the road with all the cute country town houses that lined the street. All of them the exact same, no variety or different colors. The same external looks, the same boring trees, flowers and pathways all around. The rain was falling mercilessly down onto the streets. Leaving them wet and flooded with a half an inch of water.
It looked lonely and depressing with no one around but the dark clouds thundering overhead. It really is Hell isn't it? I thought bitterly to myself. All these years that I've lived here and nothing good has ever came of it. My mother became distant with her kids, my life socially was in shambles, and my little sister living her toddler years with no mother.
Now, it only gets worse. My mother is missing...and is supposedly being held ransom by this sick freak who thinks that he can become dictator of this 'Middle Earth' place. From what those three told me, she could already be dead and we wouldn't know it. A sharp pang of guilt and hurt hit my heart, hard.
I was never kind to my mother, I'll admit it. We had our differences, we fought, we couldn't see anything at the same eye level, and we are just different. All of the rude remarks and comments that I had made to her came rushing back and stabbing me square in the chest. It hurt it hurt really badly. Tears sprung to my eyes and I just let them fall. I ran out into the cold harsh rain, dropping my sweater and leaving it on the porch.
I let the rain stream swiftly down my face mixing with my salty tears. I was thoroughly wet by now and goose bumps appeared on my arms and legs from the cold. I don't know what direction I was going. I was just running. I don't know where, but I wasn't going to stop. I ran as fast as my legs would carry me, letting my mind run free right along with me. Antagonizing my feelings and taunting my better judgement, and I ran until my sides began to cramp and burn from the pain.
'What're you gonna do know Kaydin? You have no where to go and once the cops catch word of your mother missing, their gonna send Maeci away and you're both gonna be separated for the rest of your lives.'
I clutched to my ears tight, doubling over in pain as these terrorizing thoughts haunted my head. I pounded at my ears willing it to go away, but it seemed to go on forever.
'Scared?' I was screaming now, like I had no control over what was happening. I felt as if something had taken over my thoughts and I had no control.
'You scared now Kaydin?' A voice, that was not my own, hissed into my ear. I turned around looking precariously for the harasser. Not anyone or anything was in sight. I became paralyzed and stood there my hands shaking an my heart pounding like thunder in my eardrums.
' I'm not over there Kaydin.' The voice whispered. I whipped around searching frantically for someone, anyone. Still no one was there.
'I'm not there either.' He was taunting me.
" Who the Hell are you!" I screamed taking a deep breath.
"What do you want from me?" I yelled loudly at the dark sky throwing my hands up in hopelessness.
'All will be revealed in time. It's not you I want Kaydin. Give up your sister and I'll spare your mother's life...and yours.'
" Give up my sister?" I whispered to myself in shock/horror. Something in my brain had clicked. 'He said that he only wanted one thing from you and he would go and leave you forever. He did not specify what it was, but we will find out soon.' Aragorns words pranced through my head. That is what he wants, but I won't give it too him. I shook my head vigorously.
" NO! I WON'T DO IT! LEAVE ME ALONE!" I covered my ears with my hands once more trying to block out that voice. I could still hear him ringing throughout my head, brandishing his words in my mind. The sound of his voice was harsh, and cold. Repeating enticing words into my head.
" Stop it!" My voice was shaking and the fear was prominent. " Stop it!" I yelled once again only louder and bolder. Still his scorning continued and his mocking became worse making it hard for me to concentrate on anything but his voice. He was gaining control of my mind and I could feel his power emanating through my veins. It was strong and powerful but I knew that I could not let him win. I fought it with all I had, trying to control my thoughts and block out his chilling voice.
Soon, the voices stopped and I could think for myself once more. I tried to stay upright but gravity was making it hard to do so. I felt lightheaded and my eyes were slightly hazy.
"Why is this happening to me?" I cried out folding my arms across my abdomen, sobbing openly. The stress was too powerful on my mind and body that I blacked out, falling to the sidewalk with a sickening thump.
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When I found the young girl, Kaydin, she was lying unconscious on the wet ground. Her back was facing upwards with her long wet black hair fanning out everywhere. I observed that her neck was in a weird angle. Panic entered my mind as I kneeled next to the girl and checked her neck for her pulse.
Under my fingertips I felt a weakening thumping and took a deep breath in relief.
'She's alive' I thought with a reassuring smile. I carefully rolled her onto her back and then lifted her into my arms. She was concernedly light, as she lay there limp in my arms. I noticed a small trickle of blood had fallen down her face from her nose.
I felt sorry for the young one. To have such a burden placed on her shoulders at such a young and vulnerable age. Having to not only make decisions for her own sake, but for her sister and mother's as well. I pity her, for I know the feeling all to well. Having to lead soldiers at under my command and watch them go into battle and risk their lives, or even lose them. I always felt responsible for the blood shed all those years ago...
I shook the thoughts out of my mind. I need to get her home quickly before she falls ill, even more so that is. With that thought in mind I carefully ran down the streets back to Lady Kaydin's home.
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My eyes slowly fluttered open and blinked a few times until my sight came into focus. I was lying in my bed with my covers pulled up to my chin and a few pillows supporting my head. I glanced around the room make positively sure that I was home, not somewhere else. When my eyes landed on my name sign I sighed in relief.
" Thank the Valar (sp?) you are awake." Arwen spoke as she came bustling into the room with a bowl of steaming contents. I looked up to her with a weary expression on my face.
" What happened?" I asked with a yawn stretching out my arms carefully. A intense pain shot threw my back and I winced in pain. I looked up at Arwen with an anguished look on my face. She took a seat on the side of my bed and placed the tray with the soup on my bedside table.
" We were hoping you could tell us, Lady Kaydin." A voice piped up from the doorway. I shifted my gaze to the blond leaning up against the doorframe.
"I have no memory of what happened after I left the house, I'm sorry." I said quietly not daring to look into their eyes. Afraid that they might hold disappointment.
" For what my dear child?" Arwen asked shocked. I shrugged.
" I don't know...Not being able to remember?" I said timidly. She shook her head and patted my hand gently.
" Do not be foolish, we are happy that you are alive." I nodded my head in understanding. Silence filled the room as I watched Arwen mix the soup and prepare it.
" How long was I out cold for?" I asked curiously, resting my head on the pillows.
" Just the one day. I am surprised that you have awoken so early." I shrugged. We're both relieved at that, I thought that I was going to die last night.
Suddenly a spoon of steaming soup was placed at my lips and ahorrid smell filled my nostrils. It smelt like dog crap with a little bit of every other disgusting smell mixed into one. I pinched my nose to block out the ransid smell and looked down vilely at the spoon full of grossness then wrinkled my nose.
" What is it?" I asked tilting my head away. She laughed.
" It is only soup. It will make you feel better." She urged, putting the spoon closer to my mouth. I still resisted.
" What is in-"
" Does it matter? It will make the pain die down." I looked at her innocently.
" What pain? I'm not in pain..." I faded off as my thoughts were suddenly placed on Maeci. Memories flooded my mind of the night before.
'Give up your sister and I'll spare your mother's life...and yours.' That evil voice echoed in my ear. I took in a sharp breath.
" Where is my sister?" Arwen looked at me blankly. I bolt up straight. "Where is she?" I repeated trying to maintain calm. Arwen laid me back down onto the bed with an Tsk.
" It is late, she is sleeping." She said shoving a spoonful of hot water like stuff down my throat. I struggled for a bit at the awful taste choked it down nonetheless.
" Is she alright?" I asked in between coughs. I pushed the next spoonful of that crap away and Arwen rolled her eyes in a arrogant manner.
" Yes, she is sleeping soundly in her room." I scrambled out of bed before Arwen could stop me and made a mad dash for my sister's room. Sliding past Legolas and practically hurdling across the hall. I creaked open the door and rushed inside.
My running slowed down and I was now walking softly so that I would not make much noise. I tip toed over to her bedside and gazed down on her sweet sleeping face. A wave of relief washed over me at the sight of seeing her safe. I carefully scooted her over to the other side of the bed without waking her up, and then lowered myself gently onto the bed beside her.
Almost hugging my knees because the bed was too short, I laid beside my little sister. With on of my arms underneath my head while the other gently stroked Maeci's face. She looked so peaceful right then, it brought harmony to my heart and thoughts. '
She is safe here with me now, no need to worry.' I thought to myself as I stared at the pink wall that was parallel from my face.
You gotta leave me now
You gotta go along
You gotta chase a dream
One that's all your own
Before it slips away
When you're flying high
Take my heart along
I'll be the harmony
To every lonely song
Thatyou'll learn to play
When you're soaring through the air
I'll be your solid ground
Take every chance you dare
I'll still be there
When you come back down
When you come back down
I keep looking up
Awaiting your return
My greatest fear will be
Is that you will crash and burn
And I won't feel your fire
I'll be the other hand
That always holds a line
Connecting in between
Your sweet heart and mine
I'm strung out on that wire
And I'll be on the other end
To hear you when you call
Angel you were born to fly
And if you get too high
I'll catch you when you fall
Catch you when you fall
The memories, the sunshine
Every new day brings
I know the sky is calling
Angel let me help you with your wings
When you're soaring through the air
I'll be your solid ground
Take every chance you dare
I'll still be there
When you come back down
Take every chance you dare
I'll still be there
When you come back down
When you come back down
I concluded quietly and kissed her cheek. I rested my forehead against the side of her face and closed my eyes tightly. Determined to get some sleep. Still after minutes of waiting for rest, it would not come. The events of last night ran through my mind over and over again.
What had happened last night was the scariest moment of my life. Those words he spoke, his voice cold and unfeeling, it still brought a shiver to my bones. 'It's not you I want Kaydin. Give up your sister and I'll spare your mother's life...and possibly your own.' I shivered as I repeated the sentence in my mind. It's word planting a seed of fear in my heart. Maeci is my responsibility now that my mother is gone, and I swear with my life that I will do everything to keep her safe. Or die trying.
The song is called 'When you come back down' by Nickle Creek.
So what do you think? Huh? I know this isn't my best chapter but it's alright, right? I know it got a little too dramatic in the middle, but it had to be done.
You will find out more about the conversation in the next chapter, I promise!
Well 'til next we meet.
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Mariannie