Friend Of Apollo
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Chapter 3: Plan Goes To Action
The boat landed softly ashore and my heart started beating a hundred times faster than it's usual pace.
"Okay, we're just going to have a quick clean and check up with the ship before we go.... To the dock." Hector made up his excuse.
I smiled briefly and this distraction gave me a quick enough time to get off the ship and onto the land. Hector said that we landed fairly early than usual and I thanked him. He said he would make the inspection as long as possible and the very, very short ride to the dock, a long one.
I ran with all my heart and soul and it was surprising to see that I wasn't tired at all. My adrenaline was pumping with each step I took and I loved the feeling. It gave me a reaction of exhilaration and pride. Just knowing that I would probably be stopping one of the biggest wars of all time from occurring was more than satisfying. I quickly gazed up at the palace. It was fairly huge.
I saw Agamemnon walking into the palace and an idea quickly emerged into my head. I speed-walked to them and blended in as best as I could. All was fine until we were at the palace doors and a guard held my hand roughly.
"Who are you and what are you doing?" He hissed to me and Menelaus stayed behind to see what was going on.
"I am merrily a servant. One of the maids in the palace fell ill so she quickly addressed me to come here so that Lord Menelaus' brother, King Agamemnon, would be temporarily at my service until she was better. She said she would go, but she didn't want to get anyone sick for this was to be a special day." There was no need to act fearful because that came naturally. If I told you that I did not for my life, I would be lying. Who would want to die before their time? I tilted my head even lower so he would not see my identity fully.
"Lonius, release her." The guard released me and Menelaus ordered me to walk.
"Finally, the maids are staring to use their brains. Who addressed you?" He asked.
"Uh, I do not know milord. She just said it was urgent." I answered. Oh, please, don't kill me. Not yet.
"Fine, never mind that. I trust that Agamemnon will be just fine now. You have done well on your duties. You can retire now." Menelaus told me.
"Thank you, milord." I bowed and walked away.
Where the hell am I? I saw a maid walking and I decided to ask her where the kitchen was.
"Hello, I'm a new cook here at the palace. Is there by any chance you could escort me to the kitchen?" I asked, the hood of the cloak still cascaded over my head. I put my voice in a low tone. I stiffled a giggle and remained serious.
"Sure. I am already retiring for the days activities. Come with me. It's not that far." The good natured woman led me down the hall and took some lefts and rights.
We entered the room that was filled with foods. It smelled nice and the flowers in the vases surely added to the smell.
"Thank-you." We bowed to each other and she left.
I quickly looked into the cupboards, but I could find nothing bad. I kept looking and looking, but nothing. I rechecked the cupboards and I was on the second one, when I felt someone's hand immediately touch mine.
"Oh, you must be new. Just to tell you, you can't use this spice." The lady gestured to a small blue bottle.
"Why not?" I questioned.
"The spice is very strong. It can conk anyone out. Once I heard that someone used the spice on Lord Menelaus' food too give it some flavor...... Soon when he ate his food, he fainted and didn't wake up until 5-7 days later. Once he found out, he was furious. Some say the cook who put the spice on his food was killed by him or exiled." The lady whispered the last sentence before leaving.
No one could see the smile plastered on my face. I looked around and there was no one to be found, they all were probably serving. I took the bottle and put almost half of the spice into a cup. I hurriedly put the cap on the bottle and placed it in its exact spot in the cupboard.
I took the kettle which was atop a fireplace and poured it into the cup. It showed a reddish color, but the spices lightened the color a bit. I peeked out of the kitchen and into a small hall where they were dining. The feast was probably about a half hour into it, but Helen was not there. She probably excused herself. I don't see why she wouldn't though.
I went back into the kitchen to see other servants retrieving food to dish up to the guests.
"Aye, I am new here and I'm afraid I don't know where lady Helen's chambers are. A maiden handed me tea to give to her most quickly and didn't explain directions. May you give this to her? The maiden said it was quite important." I applied an accent to the native language to surely cover up my real voice.
"Why of course." The servant smiled and left with the tea.
Oh, yeah! Mission accomplished! Now to escape.......... I can't believe I didn't come up with an escape plan. Remembering the directions from the lady who gave me them to the kitchen, I walked on my way, when I saw some stairs. I decided to go up them to see if an escape plan could be thought out from there. I could see other servants scrambling around. They were there with carts of towels, bath oils and such.
I looked into the nearest room, but there was a maid, so I walked right out. I looked into the one next to it and to my luck, no one was there. I paced around the room, like I did in Troy. This usually quickened my thinking.
"What am I going to do? What am I going to do? What am I going to do? What am I going to do? What am I going to do?" I repeated the phrase over and over again and even banged my head into the wall purposely for numerous times, hoping that an idea would appear. I turned around so my back was facing the wall and I slid my body down against the wall. I turned my gaze to the curtains blocking the balcony to- wait balcony!
"I can climb my way down!" I jumped off my rear and ran through the curtains and walked to the edge of the balcony. I looked down to see that it wasn't a far ways down, considering that Lady Helen's room was at the top of the palace.
If I jumped, I'd probably break something in my body. That would be my last result. I looked to the side and there was no fencing for me to climb down. If I used the curtains to climb down, people could find evidence of someone escaping. Guards most likely wouldn't be there at that part of the palace. There was a steep hill, which I had to climb up ( instead of the stairs). Now, if I jumped, I'd probably tumble down the hill breaking something along with getting several cuts and maybe gashes.
After tones of thinking in a short period of time, I decided that I did not care. I broke my leg once from skiing and broke my arm from riding a scooter (don't ask!) I think that I could endure what was upon me from jumping that balcony. I decided to do it a safe way. I would put my hands on the bottom edge of the balcony and hang. I would then drop myself and try to land on my feet, if that was possible. If I couldn't, then I would brace my self for the tumble down. So many steps just to fall down a frigging balcony but you always have to have a plan.
I blew into my hands and began the plan. I gripped the railing as I took a giant step over it. I let my other go over and I was fully over the railing. I crouched down, with one hand still on the railing and now, one hand on the edge. I put the other hand on the edge. I closed my eyes and one by one, I let my legs fall. I was still. I opened my eyes and took a deep breath.
"Curse you Apollo." Those were my last words before I let go. Okay, I landed on my feet, but I immediately feel and started tumbling into the trees, until I hugged the trunk of one.
"I could have made it a harder fall, little one. Next time when you need help, don't curse me." A recognizable voice laughed and faded away. It was Apollo.
I snorted and tried to regain equilibrium by using the trunk of the tree for support. I stood up, feeling my legs beginning to tremble. I took two minutes before I had enough balance to actually walk. As I was walking I had these pains, but I had already declared that there were no bodily injuries. Not even a bruise.
"Stupid Ap-" I stopped myself from saying Apollo from his previous statement.
'Apollo probably gave me this pain. I remember what he said. 'I could have made it a harder fall'.' I stuck my tongue out at that statement. Yes, I was acting childish, but I just 'fell' off a balcony.
I heard noises coming from my right so I started walking towards that way. I could see the dock. Hector and Paris were already there and they seemed to be arguing about something. I took off the cloak and wrapped it into a ball and I started quickening my pace, but I had countless limping.
I was out of the 'hill forest' and could feel cool sand filling my sandals. Lord Menelaus and Agamemnon were walking down the steps. They were at the top so they were no where near Paris and Hector at the moment. They would have to walk the rest of the path and then meet up. I walked to the dock, where there were other guards who had gotten there before me. Suddenly, I felt pressure on my hand. I turned around to see another guard.
"And just what do you think you are doing?" The guard asked in a stern voice.
"I think I am going to go to my companions Prince Hector and Prince Paris of Troy." He loosened it grip, but he was still holding my hand.
"If they are your companions, why were you out of the dock for the moment?" He asked, smirking.
"I-"
"What's going on here?" Hector came and put a hand on the guards shoulder, who let go of my hand. I gave out a sigh of relief. When he saw me, he had a shocked face, but it softened to a smile.
"There you are! We've been looking all over for you!" Paris hugged me and I was startled at the act of kindness.
"Ah, ow." I made a small cry of pain.
"Are you hurt?" Paris asked concerned and Hector stood behind with the same look.
"I'm just sore from walking. It's been a long time since I walked that much. May I have a word with Hector before Lord Menelaus arrives?" I asked Paris. He nodded, but had the same concerned face.
"I swear I'm alright. Don't worry about me." I briefly held Paris hand and gave a reassuring smile before talking with Hector.
We went to the end of the dock, where the boat was.
"Your face is pale. I can see why Paris is so concerned. What happened to you?" Hector asked alarmed.
"Never mind that. I succeeded." I smiled. This time my smile was pure.
He gave a small soft smile, but gave seriousness to it. "I understand that, with that smile of yours, but you don't look in good shape. My father told me to protect you as if you were my sister, and that is what I will do. What happened?"
"But I also said that I could take care of myself....... But to answer your last question shortly- we didn't think of an escape plan."
"So?" He folded his arms looking for an answer.
"The only way I could escape was to.......jump off the balcony-but I am fine." I hurriedly told him the last part and his face gave a restless look.
"I have only known you for a shorts time, but to put it simply, you are impossible. How did you escape that with not a scratch?" he asked.
"Apollo was with me," I thought back to when I cursed him, "Oh, yes, he was with me." I smiled.
"I see, so the Gods support this plan?"
"I think they would have stopped me by now or at least give me a warning. Do not worry Hector, this plan can work. We have done it, we just have to close up the gaps." I encouraged.
I led Hector back to Paris and the guards just on time to see King Menelaus and Lord Agamemnon shortly approaching us with smiles. This shall be interesting.
There we go! Wooh, I hope you liked this one! Can I get a woot, woot?! (High on sugar!) Thanks again for the reviews! I luv you guys! Hope you enjoyed this chap.
SoHaPPy
I would first like to thank all my reviewers so far! You guys are the greatest! Your reviews mean a lot! ( Anyways, on with the chappie!!!!!)
Chapter 3: Plan Goes To Action
The boat landed softly ashore and my heart started beating a hundred times faster than it's usual pace.
"Okay, we're just going to have a quick clean and check up with the ship before we go.... To the dock." Hector made up his excuse.
I smiled briefly and this distraction gave me a quick enough time to get off the ship and onto the land. Hector said that we landed fairly early than usual and I thanked him. He said he would make the inspection as long as possible and the very, very short ride to the dock, a long one.
I ran with all my heart and soul and it was surprising to see that I wasn't tired at all. My adrenaline was pumping with each step I took and I loved the feeling. It gave me a reaction of exhilaration and pride. Just knowing that I would probably be stopping one of the biggest wars of all time from occurring was more than satisfying. I quickly gazed up at the palace. It was fairly huge.
I saw Agamemnon walking into the palace and an idea quickly emerged into my head. I speed-walked to them and blended in as best as I could. All was fine until we were at the palace doors and a guard held my hand roughly.
"Who are you and what are you doing?" He hissed to me and Menelaus stayed behind to see what was going on.
"I am merrily a servant. One of the maids in the palace fell ill so she quickly addressed me to come here so that Lord Menelaus' brother, King Agamemnon, would be temporarily at my service until she was better. She said she would go, but she didn't want to get anyone sick for this was to be a special day." There was no need to act fearful because that came naturally. If I told you that I did not for my life, I would be lying. Who would want to die before their time? I tilted my head even lower so he would not see my identity fully.
"Lonius, release her." The guard released me and Menelaus ordered me to walk.
"Finally, the maids are staring to use their brains. Who addressed you?" He asked.
"Uh, I do not know milord. She just said it was urgent." I answered. Oh, please, don't kill me. Not yet.
"Fine, never mind that. I trust that Agamemnon will be just fine now. You have done well on your duties. You can retire now." Menelaus told me.
"Thank you, milord." I bowed and walked away.
Where the hell am I? I saw a maid walking and I decided to ask her where the kitchen was.
"Hello, I'm a new cook here at the palace. Is there by any chance you could escort me to the kitchen?" I asked, the hood of the cloak still cascaded over my head. I put my voice in a low tone. I stiffled a giggle and remained serious.
"Sure. I am already retiring for the days activities. Come with me. It's not that far." The good natured woman led me down the hall and took some lefts and rights.
We entered the room that was filled with foods. It smelled nice and the flowers in the vases surely added to the smell.
"Thank-you." We bowed to each other and she left.
I quickly looked into the cupboards, but I could find nothing bad. I kept looking and looking, but nothing. I rechecked the cupboards and I was on the second one, when I felt someone's hand immediately touch mine.
"Oh, you must be new. Just to tell you, you can't use this spice." The lady gestured to a small blue bottle.
"Why not?" I questioned.
"The spice is very strong. It can conk anyone out. Once I heard that someone used the spice on Lord Menelaus' food too give it some flavor...... Soon when he ate his food, he fainted and didn't wake up until 5-7 days later. Once he found out, he was furious. Some say the cook who put the spice on his food was killed by him or exiled." The lady whispered the last sentence before leaving.
No one could see the smile plastered on my face. I looked around and there was no one to be found, they all were probably serving. I took the bottle and put almost half of the spice into a cup. I hurriedly put the cap on the bottle and placed it in its exact spot in the cupboard.
I took the kettle which was atop a fireplace and poured it into the cup. It showed a reddish color, but the spices lightened the color a bit. I peeked out of the kitchen and into a small hall where they were dining. The feast was probably about a half hour into it, but Helen was not there. She probably excused herself. I don't see why she wouldn't though.
I went back into the kitchen to see other servants retrieving food to dish up to the guests.
"Aye, I am new here and I'm afraid I don't know where lady Helen's chambers are. A maiden handed me tea to give to her most quickly and didn't explain directions. May you give this to her? The maiden said it was quite important." I applied an accent to the native language to surely cover up my real voice.
"Why of course." The servant smiled and left with the tea.
Oh, yeah! Mission accomplished! Now to escape.......... I can't believe I didn't come up with an escape plan. Remembering the directions from the lady who gave me them to the kitchen, I walked on my way, when I saw some stairs. I decided to go up them to see if an escape plan could be thought out from there. I could see other servants scrambling around. They were there with carts of towels, bath oils and such.
I looked into the nearest room, but there was a maid, so I walked right out. I looked into the one next to it and to my luck, no one was there. I paced around the room, like I did in Troy. This usually quickened my thinking.
"What am I going to do? What am I going to do? What am I going to do? What am I going to do? What am I going to do?" I repeated the phrase over and over again and even banged my head into the wall purposely for numerous times, hoping that an idea would appear. I turned around so my back was facing the wall and I slid my body down against the wall. I turned my gaze to the curtains blocking the balcony to- wait balcony!
"I can climb my way down!" I jumped off my rear and ran through the curtains and walked to the edge of the balcony. I looked down to see that it wasn't a far ways down, considering that Lady Helen's room was at the top of the palace.
If I jumped, I'd probably break something in my body. That would be my last result. I looked to the side and there was no fencing for me to climb down. If I used the curtains to climb down, people could find evidence of someone escaping. Guards most likely wouldn't be there at that part of the palace. There was a steep hill, which I had to climb up ( instead of the stairs). Now, if I jumped, I'd probably tumble down the hill breaking something along with getting several cuts and maybe gashes.
After tones of thinking in a short period of time, I decided that I did not care. I broke my leg once from skiing and broke my arm from riding a scooter (don't ask!) I think that I could endure what was upon me from jumping that balcony. I decided to do it a safe way. I would put my hands on the bottom edge of the balcony and hang. I would then drop myself and try to land on my feet, if that was possible. If I couldn't, then I would brace my self for the tumble down. So many steps just to fall down a frigging balcony but you always have to have a plan.
I blew into my hands and began the plan. I gripped the railing as I took a giant step over it. I let my other go over and I was fully over the railing. I crouched down, with one hand still on the railing and now, one hand on the edge. I put the other hand on the edge. I closed my eyes and one by one, I let my legs fall. I was still. I opened my eyes and took a deep breath.
"Curse you Apollo." Those were my last words before I let go. Okay, I landed on my feet, but I immediately feel and started tumbling into the trees, until I hugged the trunk of one.
"I could have made it a harder fall, little one. Next time when you need help, don't curse me." A recognizable voice laughed and faded away. It was Apollo.
I snorted and tried to regain equilibrium by using the trunk of the tree for support. I stood up, feeling my legs beginning to tremble. I took two minutes before I had enough balance to actually walk. As I was walking I had these pains, but I had already declared that there were no bodily injuries. Not even a bruise.
"Stupid Ap-" I stopped myself from saying Apollo from his previous statement.
'Apollo probably gave me this pain. I remember what he said. 'I could have made it a harder fall'.' I stuck my tongue out at that statement. Yes, I was acting childish, but I just 'fell' off a balcony.
I heard noises coming from my right so I started walking towards that way. I could see the dock. Hector and Paris were already there and they seemed to be arguing about something. I took off the cloak and wrapped it into a ball and I started quickening my pace, but I had countless limping.
I was out of the 'hill forest' and could feel cool sand filling my sandals. Lord Menelaus and Agamemnon were walking down the steps. They were at the top so they were no where near Paris and Hector at the moment. They would have to walk the rest of the path and then meet up. I walked to the dock, where there were other guards who had gotten there before me. Suddenly, I felt pressure on my hand. I turned around to see another guard.
"And just what do you think you are doing?" The guard asked in a stern voice.
"I think I am going to go to my companions Prince Hector and Prince Paris of Troy." He loosened it grip, but he was still holding my hand.
"If they are your companions, why were you out of the dock for the moment?" He asked, smirking.
"I-"
"What's going on here?" Hector came and put a hand on the guards shoulder, who let go of my hand. I gave out a sigh of relief. When he saw me, he had a shocked face, but it softened to a smile.
"There you are! We've been looking all over for you!" Paris hugged me and I was startled at the act of kindness.
"Ah, ow." I made a small cry of pain.
"Are you hurt?" Paris asked concerned and Hector stood behind with the same look.
"I'm just sore from walking. It's been a long time since I walked that much. May I have a word with Hector before Lord Menelaus arrives?" I asked Paris. He nodded, but had the same concerned face.
"I swear I'm alright. Don't worry about me." I briefly held Paris hand and gave a reassuring smile before talking with Hector.
We went to the end of the dock, where the boat was.
"Your face is pale. I can see why Paris is so concerned. What happened to you?" Hector asked alarmed.
"Never mind that. I succeeded." I smiled. This time my smile was pure.
He gave a small soft smile, but gave seriousness to it. "I understand that, with that smile of yours, but you don't look in good shape. My father told me to protect you as if you were my sister, and that is what I will do. What happened?"
"But I also said that I could take care of myself....... But to answer your last question shortly- we didn't think of an escape plan."
"So?" He folded his arms looking for an answer.
"The only way I could escape was to.......jump off the balcony-but I am fine." I hurriedly told him the last part and his face gave a restless look.
"I have only known you for a shorts time, but to put it simply, you are impossible. How did you escape that with not a scratch?" he asked.
"Apollo was with me," I thought back to when I cursed him, "Oh, yes, he was with me." I smiled.
"I see, so the Gods support this plan?"
"I think they would have stopped me by now or at least give me a warning. Do not worry Hector, this plan can work. We have done it, we just have to close up the gaps." I encouraged.
I led Hector back to Paris and the guards just on time to see King Menelaus and Lord Agamemnon shortly approaching us with smiles. This shall be interesting.
There we go! Wooh, I hope you liked this one! Can I get a woot, woot?! (High on sugar!) Thanks again for the reviews! I luv you guys! Hope you enjoyed this chap.
SoHaPPy