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Chapter inspiration- Atlantis Child- Asura
Falling For Polis
Clarke's eyes grew wide as she saw Polis on the horizon for the very first time. She watches as the flame glowed steadily above the huge tower, fending off darkness that threatened the tiny buildings littered around it.
It was not what she expected.
She had heard bits and pieces about the capital from the grounders. Lexa had spoken about her home a fair few times but she never thought it would look like this. She was utterly captivated, causing the urge for her to draw to become intense. To her this looked like a scene from a fairy tale ,Part of her half expecting a dragon to circle the tower and knights running about the grounds.
Well she was half right.
Lexa kind of did look like some warrior out of a child's fairy tale. Handsome looking, clad in armour and leading her people.
Clarke was silent as she looked on, Lexa said nothing allowing her to have her moment to process. She watched Clarke as she fiddled with the horses reins. Like the Arkadia was intimidating to her, polis must have the same effect on Clarke.
"Clarke?" Lexa asked as she rested her hand on the Blonde's thigh in reassurance. "Are you alright?"
Clarke nodded slowly as her eyes where glues to the Commanders hand, before gathering her thoughts and motioned to Polis. "It is not what I thought it would look like. I thought it would be less.."
"I understand Ai hodnes." Lexa reassured giving Clarke's thigh a gentle squeeze. "I know it is different but I hope you come to like it. This can be your home if you want it to be Clarke, my home is your home."
Clarke stayed silent for a few moments, unaware of the uncomfortable situation she left Lexa in. "Do you not like it?" Lexa lowered her head.
Clarke snapped out of her day dream and quickly placed her hand on top of Lexa's , mirroring the gesture. "Oh god I didn't mean that I don't like it." She watched the slightly defeated look on the Commanders face. " I just have the urge to draw it is all, its beautiful."
Lexa's face lit up at the statement. She was afraid that Clarke was intimidated or did not like the look of her home. "We will come back after the threats have been handled and you can draw until your heart is content. It could be like a.. a date?"
Clarke raised a eyebrow as she watched Lexa shuffle nervously on her horse. A date? Did grounders even date? Is the Commander allowed to date? She quickly composed her surprise.
"I would love to go on a date with you Lexa," Lexa's body relaxed slightly as Clarke entwined there hands. between there horses. "I just was not aware Trikru dated."
Lexa blushed slightly avoiding Clarke's eyes. "I may have asked Raven about Skaikru courting."
"You are so sweet." Clarke whispered so the other warriors could not hear. She knew that herself and Lexa could not appear weak in front of there people. "Thank you for doing that for me. Im surprised Raven didn't try anything funny, she usually would. "
"I believe she is just in her own world with my sister, they are both infatuated with each other." she squeezed Clarke hand gently before brushing her knuckles with her thumb.
"Im happy Raven has found someone worthy of her. She can be loud and sometimes too much, but she has a heart of gold. She wants to fully love some one and be loved back. Finn never really gave her that and Bellamy just want the right seems to ground her." Clarke smiles at her own joke.
"She can be very... intense? But she makes my sister smile and I have become quite fond of her myself."
"Is that so Commander?" Clarke smirked
"Come , we need to get moving. We have a meeting to attend." Lexa said quickly changing the subject.
"Fine." Clarke grumbled.
They where all pleased the journey had come to an herself was thankful as she had never spent so much time on a horse as it had become uncomfortable. They had travelled for just over two days, stopping only to rest the horses and to sleep through the night. There had been no major issues travelling , no signs of Azgeda or any other possible threats. They had to change paths a few times due to the rovers size but it was not a big setback. Raven had suggested that clear paths should be built through out the land that is within the coalition, in order to minimise the time of travelling. Two days could be shortened to a few hours in the rover and that did not need rest like horses did.
Clarke had to agree, it was a good idea and she would have to bring the matter up with Lexa.
Clarke urged Jett forward after the Commander , he was more than happy to consent to the command. She was terrified of the huge horse at first, his height alone was intimidating yet just like Thesda had said he was a friendly giant to those he liked. Thesda and Lexa both spoke of getting her her own horse when they settle in Polis. She couldn't say she wasn't exited, she had 'Borrowed' a horse she found when she was in the wilds but it was never her own.
"Stay close to me Clarke, I want my people to see that we are allies and you pose no threat." Lexa said as she approached the gate with Clarke to her right on Jett. Clarke nodded and stuck close to Lexa."Do not be afraid , you will be safe with me."
Lexa lead the group with Clarke at her side, her red sash flowing in the morning breeze and she cantered towards the gates.
"HEDA KOM DAUN , SLAK TH GAT!" (Commander has returned, open the gate!" The older gate keeper bellowed over the wall for his fellow guards to open the huge wooden doors.
"Mounin hou Heda." ( Welcome home commander.) The gate keeper said as he and the guards bowed there heads in respect.
"Mochof."(Thank you.)
The group quickly filtered in the gates following Heda. The people of Polis watched in awe as Heda and Wanheda rode side by side into the city. Bbehind them the rest of the guard followed with Ravens rover close people of Polis stopped their daily lives to welcome Heda back home, throwing flowers in her path and wishing her a long life. A tradition that has stayed long after the first Heda and celebrated by the majority of Polis. Clarke raised her eyebrow at Lexa underneath her night cat fur hood as more grounders threw flowers at there feet. Lexa gave Clarke a reassuring nod as if to say "This is normal."
It didn't take long before shouting erupted when the people realised Skaikru accompanied her and the technology that followed.
"HEDA , HEDA!"
"THEY HAVE TEK!"
"IT IS SKAIKRU!"
"SHADOW BLADE RIDES INSIDE THE BELLY OF A METAL BEAST!"
"THAT IS NOT THE GENERAL!"
"WHO IS IT?!"
"Clarke, remove your hood. They need to see we stand together this day and the days to come." Lexa said loud enough for Clarke to hear over the chaos of the people.
Clarke gave a nod after Lexa gave her a reassuring smile. "If they shoot me im gonna come back and kill you myself." Clarke muttered before removing her hood letting the inky black fur fall onto her shoulders. Lexa said nothing as she pushed her horse forward. The only tell tale of her hearing the comment was the small upturn of her mouth. It took seconds before someone realised the identity of Clarke, the girl riding the black war horse. It was made obvious with her trademark blonde hair that tumbled over the Black coat and piercing blue eyes.
Wanheda was a legend among the grounders, eyes blue as the sea, hair that glowed in the sun and power only Heda herself can match.
Clarke swallowed deeply as the crowd shot questions at the Commander. She knew there would be questions but she did not expect such a was glad that she put Nyx in the rover rather than let her walk. It would have been even more chaotic.
"HEDA IS THAT THE BEAST TAMER?!"
"SKAIKRU IS HERE WITH TEK!"
"ITS THE MOUNTAIN SLAYER!"
"WANHEDA IS HERE!"
...
By the Commanders orders ,the people of Polis where moved away from the tower to make it easier to transfer items without the crowd interfering and getting in the way. Clarke knew it was an excuse for them to be able to talk privately and to get some peace after the chaos they had just endured. She couldn't say the experience was not over whelming. She had never seen so many faces in one place, all looking at her like she was godly. Half way through she wanted to bolt, run to the nearest her fear quickly evaporated when Lexa gave her a reassuring smile. A smile that was so quick only she could see.
A smile just for her.
"Welcome to Polis Clarke." Lexa smirked as she watched the younger girls reaction as she looked lost. "IS it what you expected up close ?" she said as she nudged her horse ahead after Clarke.
"Its..Its more."
"Do you like it?"
"It is beautiful Lexa. I really want to paint it."
"Then you shall ai hodness."
Clarke couldn't help but blush, she knew what those words was unsure if Lexa knew that she understood was in no rush to tell her, she preferred the Commander to be clueless about it. She would enjoy the sweet side of Lexa as much as she could.
As they reached the base of tower, guards came to take there horses to the stables. Lexa refused to allow them to help Clarke off of Jett, she was adamant she would help Clarke herself to the guards dismay. They all stood looking awkward, wanting to help there Heda. But her Command was the law. Lexa made easy work of helping Clarke off jet, keeping her secure until her feet landed on the solid ground. Clarke couldn't help but blush at Lexa's show of strength, she knew it was for her benefit. Part of her was glad It was Lexa who helped her, as she was not a fan of heights. Not after jumping from mount weather with Anya.
Everyone's attention turned to the rover that screeched to a stop."CLARKEYPOO WHERE AM I LEAVING MY BABY?!" Raven hollered from the rover's window making everyone flinch. Clarke jumped and backed up into Lexa who quickly steadied her. Lexa closed her eves briefly , regaining her sense of hearing as her hands rested on Clarke's shoulders before replying.
" Where you are... will be fine Raven."
"OKAY! IF ANY OF THESE SHITS ROB ME IL-" Raven was cut off suddenly by a smack to the back of her head from Anya. Clarke fought the urge to laugh at her friend who now sat sulking in the front seat while the guards came to remove the contents of the rover. Anya was quick with her orders, making sure the medical supplies go right to the healing huts awaiting Clarke's tutelage. That was also part of the deal, as Abby was not in Polis the only other person with medical knowledge was Clarke. Kane knew the basics, but not enough to give the right information for half of the supplies.
Lexa stood observing the group who where cautious when Nyx appeared out from the Rover and splayed on top of the metal machine watching the people below. Her presence no longer had an effect on the others who she now knew as family, only the new guards who looked nervous to approach. Clarke smirked at Lexa who couldn't help but smile when Nyx pawed at a warriors headpiece because she wanted the feathers.
"I still cant believe you actually live here." Clarke said as she stood rooted to the ground in front of the tower, the Raven incident quickly forgotten.
"Sha. It has been my home for many years,all the Commanders before me lived here too."
"I have seen pictures of these buildings but i never believed any still stood. I just thought Polis was a tower built by your people... your home is amazing Lexa."
"This is the last tower that stands, to my knowledge anyway," Lexa moved to be closer to Clarke. "My home is your home and your friends are welcome to stay for as long as you like."
"Thank you Commander." Clarke said as she still stared at the building fully aware of the intense gaze of the woman to her right. Lexa gave her a nod before motioning the group to follow.
...
"HEDA! WHERE HAVE YOU BEEN I-" Titus cried as he scurried down the hall towards the group, his ceremonial robes he always insisted on wearing dragged on the floor as he moved.
"Not now Titus, I have guests. Where is Indra?" Lexa said getting to the point quickly. Herself and Clarke already discussed how urgent it would be to meet with the ambassadors as soon as possible. Even if they both wished to rest after there journey, it was a price to pay for being a leader and they both accepted that.
"My apologies Heda. She is in the main hall." Lexa nodded before motioning towards the group that mainly consisted of Skaikru behind her.
"HEDA THERE IS A BEAST IN-"
"I am quite aware of Nyx Titus." Lexa raised her hand to stop the man talking as she rolled her eyes. " She is Clarke's keryon shoun (Spirit guide)also a special guest of mine. Make sure everyone is aware that if she is harmed in anyway they will be tied to a tree and suffer the consequences of there actions by Wanheda herself. "
Nyx padded closer and bumped her head under the Commander's hand in a thank you gesture. She liked this human a lot, she kept her human safe. And on the journey she always got fed good meat because she told the other humans to do it so she did not have to hunt.
Lexa's eyes grew wide. Her and Nyx had a mutual understanding over love for Clarke and her safety. She had never made and attempt to come into contact with Nyx, no matter how much she wanted to pet her glossy fur behind her ears like Clarke does. She knew she had to earn her respect first and it seems her patience had paid off. Nyx purred as Lexa rubbed behind her ears.
"Can you please see that Skaikru are taken care of as they will be staying for some time."
"Yes Heda." Titus muttered as he still stared at the cat and then to Lexa. Lexa could tell he was on the verge of combusting with questions but he would have to wait for a later time.
"Clarke, General, Eska. I wish for you accompany me. The rest of you follow Titus, he will see you to your rooms." Titus frowned at this, not used to being treated as some common servant , but the look Lexa gave him had the man lowering his head and accepting his fate, Even though he believed it was beneath him. Thesda didn't need to be told where to go, taking Ravens arm and leading her away from the group.
"Welcome home General , I must say you are looking radiant as ever." Titus beamed as he diverted his gaze from Nyx to Anya, who he only just noticed stood to the side of the group hidden behind the new couple.
Anya just raised her eyebrow at Titus who was staring at her like she was the last woman on earth. Thesda was gagging behind his back as Raven covered her mouth to hold in her laugh as everyone stood awkwardly watching the scene unfold. Octavia bit her lip and avoided looking in Ravens direction while Eska looked in pain.
"Not happening Titus." Anya rolled her eyes at the man, shutting him down instantly. Clarke watched the pair exchange words. Titus looked to be a harsh strict man, yet he was not phased by Anya's rejection like she assumed he would be.
"Thank you Commander." Kane said bowing his head, ending the awkward silence as no one else seemed to want to. The small group mumbled there thanks before following Titus down the main corridor to be seen to there rooms. Octavia though, seemed hesitant to leave, looking at Clarke and then to Eska. She had been given orders not to let the Azgeda out of her sight, yes Heda told them to go with Titus but she was still torn, Reluctant to leave her friend behind. They had gotten close since rescuing Clarke, She knew exactly how Eska felt about not fitting in anywhere, just wanting to be accepted.
Just like her.
"You okay O?" Clarke asked as she saw the confusion in her friends face as she looked to where the others where heading, then back to Eska.
"I will be fine Octavia , do not worry." Eska interrupted seeing her discomfort. Apart from her mother, no one else had looked out for her, made sure she was ok. that was until she made friends with Octavia. She didn't judge her based on her family and birth place. She just saw her as she was, just Eska.
"Actually, I may have need of you." Lexa motioned the girl to follow.
"Sha Heda."
"Commander." Clarke said capturing her attention. Lexa gave her a questioning look until she followed her gaze.
" My apologies Clarke, I would not expect you to leave Nyx behind. She may come, she is a guest of mine too."
"Thank you Commander." Clarke said and Lexa gave her a nod in response.
They all entered the lift. Clarke had never thought Polis would have had one since they had no technology, she was curious how it was powered. "Commander, if you do not have technology here, how is this powered?"
Lexa stood proudly with her arms clasped behind her back. "We may not have tek but we have many people Clarke. It is lifted by a pulley system below us."
"People are lifting us?" Clarke paled at the thought, yet it did not seem to phase the others. Anya was in a world of her own, focused straight ahead as she lent on the wall. Eska and Octavia where silent as they stood to the side of her. Octavia looked on edge while Eska let no emotion escape and stayed neutral.
"Sha. But I assure you it is perfectly safe, you have nothing to fear." Lexa brushed a stray strand of hair from her face. Clarke swallowed hard and nodded as she moved closer to Lexa for the rest of the lifts duration.
"What should we expect?" Clarke asked as she rushed out of the lift first, much to Lexa's amusement. " I doubt it is like anything we have on the Ark, our ways may be different."
"A council meeting, It is taking place as we speak. The ambassadors of the clans will be restless and agitated as I have been absent for an extended period of time." Lexa sighed as they continued on. " Bringing yourself and Eska will be a large shock to them. Especially as you are now known as Wanheda, they will see you as a large threat to my power."
"Its not like I want to be Commander-"
"I am well aware that is not your intention Clarke. But they will still expect me to kill you and take your power for myself, ensuring my position."
Octavia and Clarke's eyes shot to Lexa who rolled hers. "I do not intend to kill you Clarke, I much prefer you alive."
"I bet she does." Octavia mumbled, only to yelp when Anya's elbow met her side. Eska pulled Octavia away from the older woman, only to give Anya a chilling look for hurting her friend.
"I will inform them all on who you are, we will use it to our advantage. Having you at my side will avoid any questions. They should not refuse our plan on making Skaikru the thirteenth clan, it is for everyone's best interest. Especially with Azgeda taking our people into the Arena." Lexa said as she stormed ahead of the group with purpose.
"I want that Arena gone." Anya snarled as she kept pace with Lexa. "No one , especially children should be made to fight like that."She motioned her eye to the girls.
"Don't worry, Heda's got this." Octavia bumped gently into Eska's shoulder seeing the look on her face. Eska gave her a weak smile in return.
Lexa led the group to the meeting room leaving Clarke and Octavia looked at there surroundings with wide eyes as they followed. It was nothing like Mount weather with all there paintings, but the place had a charm to it. Carvings and banners adorned the Corridor, One for each clan lined the walls showing there alliance to Heda. Some of the symbols made Clarke smile noticing the familiarity of them.
They came to the end of the corridor to see a large door with the Commanders symbol printed on each side of the rooms entrance. There was no mistake that this was there destination.
Two guards opened the door immediately when they saw the Commander stalking down the corridor towards them followed by the group. Lexa raised her hand making the group stop. They all could hear the commotion coming from inside.
"Octavia, Eska. Wait here until you are sent for."
"Sha Heda." Octavia said and Eska nodded.
" Varrik, Zavala. Guard them with your life. No one is to come near them, understood?"
"SHA HEDA!" Both guards dropped to there knee in union.
"General, Clarke." Lexa motioned them to follow her.
"This is going to be fun." Anya rolled her eyes as they entered the room.
...
"We will wait for Heda to return!" Indra scowled at the man.
"Actions need to be taken!" Urzac snarled. "Can you not see Heda has abandoned us along with the General?! Wanheda died in the mountain, everyone knows it! we all are -"
"Branwadas." Anya mumbled so only Clarke could hear.
"You believe you have been abandoned Urzac?" Lexa demanded as she stormed towards her throne followed by Anya.
"Heda, welcome back." Indra said as she smirked at Urzac. Lexa gave her a nod.
The other ambassadors quickly bowed realising there Heda had returned, followed by the General. All mumbling "Heda and general. " In respect.
The silence ended quickly as the room filled with gasps as Clarke and Nyx stood side by side just inside the doorway.
"WHAT IS THIS?!"
"WHO IS SHE?"
"KILL THE BEAST HEDA!"
Lexa Growled as she stalked down the steps again only having made it to the top , keeping her boots on the red carpet.
"EM PLENI! SHOF OP EN SITTA NAU!"(Enough! be quiet and sit down now!) She Roared, staring every ambassador back down into their chairs.
Lexa motioned Clarke to come to her. Clarke couldn't help be nervous, having a bunch of people stare at her. Some in wonder, some in confusion as she walked to stand with the Commander. Once she reached Lexa she was comforted by her presence.
Nyx was more than happy to show off for the strong human, knowing most of the people in the room where weak and unworthy. She stood beside Clarke, pressing her head against her side to comfort her nervous human.
"Ambassidors, this is Klark Kom Skaikru who many know as Wanheda-"
"Why is Wanheda still alive? If this is your weakness again, Azgeda will happily step in." The Azgeda Ambassador said as he rose from his chair.
"Is that why your army has moved so close to Polis because you believe the Commander is weak?" Anya growled as she held the hilt of her sword.
"No, those are just military exercises."
"Exercises? you crossed the border into Trikru land, an army within striking distance of our beloved capitol." Indra bit as she stepped forward ready to back Anya if necessary.
"A mistake that was quickly rectified as you well know."
"The Ice Queen does not make mistakes. She makes threats." Anya went forward to attack the man but Lexa raised her arm stopping her.
"What I'm saying is that that skai whore needs to die. She is a threat to us all if she is left alive." Lexa twitched at the comment. This Azgeda scum had just called her Clarke a whore. She clenched her jaw as she turned and made her way back towards the steps.
"There is no need to argue about this again. Please, come join me. Let us speak in private." Lexa motioned towards the balcony. The Azgeda turned, giving the others a smug look before he made his way outside. "I have a message for Queen Nia." Lexa said as she followed him out.
"And I will happily deliver it-"
He didn't get to finish his sentence as Lexa kicked him hard in the chest sending the Azgeda off the edge of the building. He screamed as he hurtled to the ground. Lexa brushed it off with ease as she turned to her ambassadors. They all stared at her horrified as she made her way back into the room.
"Would anyone else care to question my decisions?" Everyone shook there heads quickly. Clarke looked as shocked as the Ambassadors but managed to stay quiet even when Lexa's eyes met hers for a brief moment. Yet Indra and Anya both shared a knowing look as if this was nothing new.
"Good. Then let us begin."
...
"Holy shit!" Raven gasped as she entered the room.
"Do you approve?" Thesda asked as she closed the door behind them.
"There is an actual bed!" Raven squealed as she dropped her bag and dove on the mattress, relieved to take the pressure off her leg." Oh god I'm in heaven! Come here, its so comfy!"
Thesda grinned at Ravens excitement. "Move over then, i cant fit when you lay like a starfish." Raven quickly shuffled over to make room.
"Quick cuddles?"
Thesda moved over and rested her head on Ravens chest and wrapped her arms around her carefully avoiding her healing shoulder. "I have missed this bed, Arks beds are not that comfortable."
"Imagine sleeping on those for your entire life. Sometimes I think the floor was a better option" Raven scrunched up her nose in disgust."I wish i had a room like this."She placed a kiss on Thesda's temple.
"It is yours too now. I am happy to share. "She pecked Ravens lips quickly. "I would rather you stay with me anyway, I like to know you are safe." Thesda then rolled off the bed much to Ravens dismay.
"Where are you going?"
"You will want to see the view."
"I already had a perfect view!" Raven whined before she followed Thesda out onto the balcony. Her leg started to ache badly but she put on a brave face for her girl. She knew the journey would have been far worse on horseback, so she was thankful for that but the ache was starting to couldn't complain , if she did Thesda would now.
"So what do you think?" Thesda asked smugly as she observed Raven, who's jaw just kept opening and closing.
"See the water over there?" Thesda pointed to the sea in the distance. "That's Floukru trees and beyond belong to Trikru."
"You can see all the people down there,they look like tiny ants!"
"That's the markets, they sell all kinds of things. Always busy and thriving, they have merchants from all clans."
"How come no one is walking in that spot there?" Raven frowned as she pointed below to a empty space.
"Oh that is because of Lexa, she had a tendency too-"
"Agggghhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh." A screaming blur passed the couple as the looked over the market. Raven yelped grabbing hold of Thesda's good arm in a vice like grip ,while Thesda barely flinched as they watched the body hurtled towards the ground.
Thesda sighed and she leaned over the barrier with Raven glued to her side, resting her arms on the old concrete to have a proper look at the ground. "Looks like another one. I suppose it has been some time. Wonder what he did wrong."
"What the, who the, how the, where the fuck did he come from!" Raven blurted as her eyes darted around frantic ,looking for an explanation. "Its raining men!"
"Lexa has a tendency to throw people off her balcony.I am assuming he antagonised her."
"She throws them off?"
"Or kicks them, punches them, pushes them-"
"I get it babe." Raven said as her face paled. Thinking about the persons head bursting on impact like an over ripe pumpkin made her stomach churn. Thesda noticed this and squeezed her hand gently.
"Come, lets go inside." Thesda pulled Raven behind her."I hope the meeting is going well. Lexa and Clarke need to win them over for them to support Skaikru joining the coalition."
"I hope so too, i don't want to leave you any time soon." Raven said as she sat on the sofa next to her girlfriend , thankful for the change of subject. More so that she could sit down, she really didn't want to move again.
"I enjoy you being here with me." Thesda brushed a stray strand of Ravens hair from her face.
"Me too." Raven said as they cuddled on the sofa. "I bet Titus wants to hold your momma like this." Raven giggled as she rested her head on Thesda's lap.
Thesda groaned. "He doesn't seem to understand it will never you even seen him?"
"Cant miss his shiny bald head, it reflects light better than any mirror. And whats with the man dress?"
"You mean his ceremonial robes? He says they are a flamekepa necessity. But i believe he just likes to wear women's clothing." Thesda grinned as Raven laughed so hard tears formed.
"I love the sound of your laugh,it is now my favourite sound."
"Yours is better." Raven sat up carefully and placed a sweet kiss on Thesda's lips. The younger girl groaned in approval before pulling away.
"Do you like Polis so far?" Thesda asked as Ravens looked uncomfortable, shooting quick glances at her she wouldn't approve of her saying it out loud , she reached over with her good arm and undid the brace while raven was in her own world talking.
"It is more than i thought it would be. My dad would have loved it here." Raven said sadly as Thesda placed her brace on the table, moving so the mechanics legs rested on her lap.
"What was he like?" Thesda started to knead the muscles in Ravens leg.
"He..he was a good man, he always made time for me as a kid and even..even when i was older. He taught me a lot of what i know. I remember when he came home from work and we used to sing," she winced as Thesda worked her way mid thigh.
"Baby...stop." Raven gasped as she tried to push Thesda off her leg. To her surprise , Thesda had other ideas and shoved her back into the sofa gently.
"Its getting worse." Thesda's eyes burned into her.
Raven said nothing as she avoided Thesda's gaze and focused on the door. She tried, but she couldn't stop the tears that escaped there prison. She stayed silent, but knew they where enough confirmation for the warrior who held her.
"Raven look at me." Thesda scanned her face worriedly. Raven still made no attempt to move, her jaw clenched tight as she kept her focus else where. She was torn between embarrassment and shame. She had tried everything to save her leg, she knew it would eventually get worse but she never thought it would happen so soon. She had been putting it off, leaving it to the back of her mind telling herself that she would deal with it tomorrow.
But tomorrow had finally arrived.
She was embarrassed for Thesda to see her in pain, to see her weak. She had no idea that her leg would be useless to her in time. In Zero-G it wouldn't have been a problem. But everyone knew on the ground you needed your legs. She didn't plan on falling in love after fin, yet who would have thought that it would be with Heda's sister. But here she was. Girlfriend to a warrior princess, a girl she adored. A girl who had no idea of the extent of her injury.
"Raven beja ,you laik fir raun ai." (Raven please, you are scaring me.) Thesda whispered as she cradled Raven's tear streaked cheek in her hand. Raven didn't know much of the grounders native language. She knew her own name and she knew beja meant please. She swallowed hard and let her eyes meet with Thesda's bright amber ones. She couldn't hold it in anymore. She had to know.
"It..it hurts." Raven managed to grit out in was bearable with her brace, giving it the support. But now it was removed it had become agonising. Raven closed her eyes for a split second only to open them to find Thesda gone. She closed her eyes again to get a better control of the pain , hoping it would go away. She could hear Thesda talking outside but she didn't understand what was being said.
"Thesda..you need to know."
...
"Ai gaf in yu kom ge a fisa, nou jus eni fisa ai gaf in Ana. Tel em Thesda gafa yu , en bilaik em gafen kom be snap."(I need you to get a healer, not just any healer, i need Ana. Tell her Thesda sent you and that she needs to be quick.) Thesda said quickly before closing the door. She made her way to her chest at the bottom of the bed and pulled out a leather pouch of leaves. She crunched them up into the cup she had set on the side before checking on Raven. She couldn't help but worry, the older girls face was now covered in a sheen of sweat.
She paced the room, trying to work of the adrenaline that ran through her veins. Why did Raven not tell her? It hurt her that she didn't. It hurt knowing she had been in pain, even more so for not noticing herself.
There was a quick knock on the door and a servant came in with boiling water. The brunette girl quickly placed the water on the side before making her way to the exit.
"Mochof." (Thank you.)
"Pro." (You are welcome.) The girl said before leaving.
Thesda poured the hot water into the cup with the dried leaves and set it on the side table next to the sofa to cool. Regardless to her arm, she lifted Raven up and settled herself behind the older girl, supporting her upper half. She was glad she was healing quickly, her shoulder didn't protest too much to the action.
"Ai laik hir raven. Ai wil nou bants hod yu in." ( I am here Raven. I will not leave you, I love you.) Thesda said as she held her would keep her safe.
...
"Did you just hear a scream?"Octavia asked Eska as she stared at the door with a raised eyebrow. Was that normal?
"Yes. I hope Clarke is alright."
"Heda has probably kicked one of those slimy ambassadors of the ledge, she does it every now and again." Varrik said shrugging.
"She kick's people off?" Eska asked again, just checking that she heard him correctly.
"Sha ice fall to there death. Looks a right fucking mess though,worse than any head injury i have seen. I'm glad I do not have to clean that up." Zavala chuckled at Octavia's disgust."So what kru are you from?"
"Skaikru."
"You do not look skaikru." He eyed her cloths, noting she was in a common Trikru warrior outfit.
"I don't feel like skaikru."
Zavala nodded in acceptance."I am from Rockline, My friend Varrik here is Trikru."
"That i am."
"You both live here?" Octavia asked as she had not heard much about Polis. She knew all about Trikru and Tondc but not knowing how long the wait would be, she decided to let the conversation flow.
" Not in the tower, but we have homes in the area. Polis is neutral territory so we all live hear in peace unlike before the coalition."He gave a quick smile."My sister is bonded with a man from Broadleaf , if it was not for Heda she would not have met the man and I would not have a nephew." Octavia gave a small smile.
"I hear Skaikru came from the stars?" Varrik interrupted there conversation. Varrik was a good looking man, but the fact that he obviously knew it annoyed Octavia.
"Yep, we fell right out from the sky." She rolled her eyes as she lent on the back wall.
"Did it hurt when you fell from heaven?" Varrik winked as he attempted to chat up Octavia causing Eska to Scowl at him.
"No but it will hurt when i put you on your ass." Octavia challenged as she shot a sharp look at the man. She had just ended her relationship with Lincoln, she didn't need another man in her life. Especially some one with awful lines like him. Eska smirked at Varrik knowing he had no hope.
"It appears your 'Sweet talk' does not work on every girl Varrik." Zavala smirked at his friend who looked slightly embarrassed before giving Octavia a beaming smile.
" Octavia, I am impressed. Nit many people can shut him down like that. We should spar some time and you can tell me how you do it."
"How long do you think Heda will have us waiting out here for?" Eska interrupted the conversation in an obvious hope to stop the flirting as she shuffled uncomfortably.
"As long as it takes. It depends how the meeting is going. From the silence I'm assuming it is progressing." Varrick replied as he glanced at the door.
"So you guys just guard this room?"Octavia questioned.
"Oh no, not just this room. There is a rotation where everyone takes turns. It is an honour to serve Heda in her home."Zavala answered.
"Plus the pay is not bad.." Varrik added.
"You show little respect brother." Zavala shook his head just as Indra opened the door.
"Come, Heda awaits." Indra said frowning at the group. Her eyes stayed on Octavia for a moment before she spun around.
"Good luck." Zavala whispered before the door closed. Octavia swallowed hard, she hoped she wouldn't need it.
...
Clarke groaned as she followed Lexa through the tower. They had been in the council room for most part of the day, only taking short breaks to relieve there bladders. It had taken hours for the Ambassadors to come to an agreement, Lexa having provided evidence with witnesses in the form of former captives, and of course Nia's granddaughter herself. It was enough information and proof for them to follow the Commander into battle against the Azgeda.
Approving of Skaikru joining the coalition was another matter. Many where against it until Anya pointed out the benefits. Skaikru had the knowledge , experience and technology. If they where accepted into the coalition they would have better hopes in understanding and combating the mountain men technology.
And of course Wanheda herself.
Nyx huffed as she padded steadily beside her human. She could tell she was tired, the way she slowed behind her mate. This place was strange, there where many different humans and even human cubs. They where very small compared to the humans she had seen, and they made strange noises that hurt her ears. She slowed to keep pace once again with her human and was rewarded when she scratched her favourite spot behind her ear making her purr in response.
Lexa came to an abrupt stop at the end of the hall way which had two guards stationed . Clarke had seen many guards but these where different. They seemed more trained than the others, just by the way they stood. She assumed where Lexa's private guard until she saw them wearing a band of blue around there arm. The same blue Thesda wore. It clicked for Clarke, these where Thesda's warriors. She gave a quick smile when they moved aside in sync to let them pass. She felt safe with Lexa and Nyx but having them at the door helped her relax even more.
"Mochof."(Thank you.) Lexa said as they held the door to the room open as she and her companions entered.
"Oh my god." Clarke mumbled as she took in her surroundings. It was nothing like the Ark. There was no white or grey metal walls, no stuffy small rooms in sight. It was massive and spacious in comparison. Her eyes flicked towards the walls where paintings , weapons and furs hung giving the room character. It wasn't empty but it wasn't over cluttered either. Everything seemed to have its place and looked right.
"Lexa this place is..is amazing." Clarke said in wonder as she walked into the middle of the room, where Nyx was happily rolling around in the fur covered floor.
"Do you approve ai hodness?" Lexa asked nervously as her eyes followed Clarke around the room.
Clarke stopped noticing the armour in the corner. It all clicked. "This is your room isn't it?"
"Sha." Lexa said quietly as she observed the sky girl.
There was no mistaking the room belonged to Heda herself. Her armour rested on its stand along with different types of weapons, it was spotless. A type of neatness Clarke was incapable of. She knew Lexa would give her a room close to herself, but she would have never of expected to share. But then why not? They had slept in the same room the last few days at the Ark after the incident with jasper. Her nightmares had become less frequent with Lexa, she felt more safe..
"You want me to stay here.. with you?" Clarke asked carefully as she noticed her luggage at the base of the huge bed.
"If you are not comfortable with the idea, i can have you moved next door. it would be no problem-" Lexa nervous rant was cut off by the blonde's index finger pressing to her full lips.
"Shh." Clarke whispered as green eyes met blue. "Lexa i would rather stay with you, I would end up in here sooner than later anyway." Clarke grinned making Lexa's face light up. "I love it when you smile, you have such a beautiful smile."
"Clarke.." Lexa whined shoving her face into Clarke's shoulder so she couldn't see the blush that had covered her face.
"What's that... wait is that what i think it is?" Clarke pointed to the side of the bed. Lexa lifted her head and turned to where sh motioned.
"Oh, i had a bed made for Nyx.I do not wish for her to sleep on the floor." Lexa replies as Nyx , right on cue strutted over to her new bed and collapsed into the furs stretching her legs as she purred contently. "I believe she approves."
"You didn't have to Lexa.." Clarke said as she squeezed her hand. She loved lexa when it was just them together. In public she was Heda, a strong and powerful leader. Yet alone she was just Lexa. The sweet Lexa who thinks about the small things, the Lexa who she could make blush with a compliment yet would fight to the death to keep her safe.
"I wanted too." Lexa said as she pulled Clarke to the balcony. Clarke held Lexa's hand as she followed.
"Lexa." Clarke froze before crossing the doorway.
Lexa turned around to see Clarke look anxious. She put two and two together quickly. "Clarke , I did what I did because he disrespected me, but more so he called you a whore and for that i could not let that pass. No one will disrespect you, especially in my presence." Lexa moved to hold the smaller girl in her arms. "I would never let harm come to you Clarke."
"So your saying your not going to ninja kick me off the balcony?" Clarke Clarified.
"I do not know what i ninja is , but i would never kick you off my tower ." Lexa rushed out as if Clarke was going to leave.
"That's good to know, but all i was going to ask is would you hold my hand as I'm scared of heights.." Clarke stood leaning in the doorway with a smirk on her face.
"Oh.." Lexa blushed heavily as she looked at her boots.
"Indeed."
...
"No. Do not watch the sword Octavia, Watch my eyes." Eska motioned towards her eyes. " You will see your opponents next move within there eyes."
"I can already fight basics Eska." Octavia grumbled as she got back into her stance, clearly embarrassed at her failiure. "Indra taught me , remember? Cant we just get to the knife throwing.."
Eska shook her head and smirked as she circled Octavia , her boots crunching in the fresh snow. "That's precisely the problem. Indra taught you, she is Trikru."
"And? She is a great warrior. Trikru are great warriors." Octavia snapped as she readied herself for Eska's next attack.
"Prove it to me then. If you can stop me from striking you with this." Eska snapped a stick in half to form the size of a dagger before looking up to Octavia. " I will believe you."
"Bring It ." Octavia growled before swinging her practice sword at Eska. Every blow she attempted to make, Eska was to fast. Smirking as she dodged the incoming blows. Octavia's enthusiasm dwindles and she started to panic. Knowing if this was a real fight, she would be at a severe disadvantage by now. Eska had many opportunities to strike, but now she was toying with her.
"You see," The Azgeda princess dodged another blow with ease. "You move to slow Octavia," She swerved dodging under another blow only to land directly behind Octavia and rose the stick up to her throat causing the girl to freeze."I win." Eska whispered into her ear, making the tiny hairs on the back of Octavia's neck stand on end. She had been close to Octavia but not like this. Not close enough to feel the heat radiate from her skin or close enough to smell the herbs she had used in her hair. She stood for what felt like an eternity, fighting the urge to brush her lips against the soft flesh. Yet she knew, she couldn't. Not while the Ice Queen was alive, not while she was still a threat. Eska lowered the stick and backed away.
"Do you now see what I mean?" Eska went to her pack , taking out her water skin and handing it to Octavia in a quick attempt to avoid there previous moment. "Many Azgeda poison there blades, especially the Queens personal guard."
"Poison?" Octavia said after swallowing a mouthful of water before handing it back to Eska who screwed the cap tightly and placed it back in her pack.
"Sha. They are assassins by nature and they are deadly. To fight them you need to be able to fight like one of quick, dodge the blades and do not take the hit, even if it is a small scratch."
"Oh shit, do you poison your blade?" Octavia asked wide eyed. Eska shook her head.
"No , neither did my father. He said it was beneath him." Eska lowered her head at the thought of him.
"I'm sorry-"
"It is fine. He was an evil man, we both know it." Eska covered up the hurt by picking up the training sword. Roan and the Queen where the only people who where able to frighten her, make her feel weak. She was relieved that they where not with her anymore, yet she couldn't help the feel of dread when she thought about them. She hoped her mother didn't have to pay the price. But she had to remember there was nothing she could do for her mother right no, but she could help Octavia and keep her safe. She was the only one who had stayed by her side despite her clan. The only one to make her truly smile. She drew herself from her thoughts and locked eyes with the other girl.
"Ready yourself. Remember what I said, watch your opponents eyes."
Octavia bounced on the spot with a determined look etched on her face. " Lets do this."