So glad a few of you answered! I'd like to clarify that the dream in the last chapter was a memory of what really happened while Ed was in slavery.

It was really fun to hear what some of your favorite moments and quotes were. I'm still open to hearing more if you didn't get a chance to say or if you had another favorite. I'd have to say that my favorite was a few chapters back when I had Ed killed off. It was really fun to write.

Peter knew his little brother was not happy with having to stay in his room as much as he had to, but they couldn't have him wandering around the Cair before his formal reintroduction. Luckily they wouldn't have to wait much longer; they would have everything ready by tomorrow.

Invitations were sent to the Pevensies closest friends and the higher officials that there was to be a feast to celebrate victory. Of course, that's not the real reason that there was to be a feast. It made Peter smile to think of the looks on the faces of all present when they brought Edmund through the door - they would likely be similar to his own face when he saw his brother unveil himself all those weeks ago. After the feast they would announce Edmund's return to the whole kingdom of Narnia and even send letters to their allied kingdoms.

When Peter first discovered that his brother was still alive Edmund had been determined to get it across that he was no longer a king, but a slave. Now, Edmund was free, but it was clear that he still didn't really act worthy of his title.

It was Lucy's idea to have Edmund officially recrowned. No more would their brother be able to say that he was no longer a king; he would be declared one before all of Narnia, much like the four of them had been all those years ago when they had first entered the magical land. It had taken some convincing to get Edmund to finally believe himself worthy of the throne of the very country he had betrayed, but they had done it. Hopefully this time would be easier.

The recrowning would be held in two days time. There would be feasting, songs, dancing, laughing and greetings of all those who had missed Peter's little brother the most. It was nearly impossible to comprehend that this was truly happening. These things only happened in stories and dreams. But Aslan had ways of making such things come true.

After Narnia had finished celebrating her king's return they would hold Ziddim's trial in public court for anybody to see. Peter had guessed that it was possible for the traitor to have sympathizers, but Edmund seemed absolutely sure of it. They would have to make a search through the kingdom to find those who stood by the treacherous ex-captain. But all of that would have to wait.

Peter was sure to double the guard the moment he returned in case one of the sympathizers had decided to make an attempt on the lives of one of the monarchs.

All seemed to be going just as planned. Nothing seemed out of place. Within a few weeks time, everything would be back to normal. Everything would be right.

PSELPSELPSELPSELPSELPSELPSELPSELPSELPSEL

"Su, you don't have to mother over me constantly." Edmund complained when his older sister lifted his tunic to rub more ointment onto the scarring on his back.

Susan had barely left Edmund alone since they had returned. Unfortunately, he was unable to leave the room and, therefore, unable to escape her overly-careful nature. She was always adding some new sort of medicine to his diet or some different concoction to his injuries. Edmund knew his sister was just trying to help, but it was all starting to get a little overbearing.

"Just hold still! If you would just submit to my care then I could help you. Stop being so stubborn!" Susan scolded as she clutched Edmund's tunic a little harder to keep him from moving.

"I'm fine. I was doing just as well without all of this stuff." Edmund grumbled, shifting his crossed legs around as he tried to get comfortable on the soft covers of his bed.

"Wouldn't know how well you do with it because you never let me get enough on you!"

Edmund had never thought he could miss Susan's insistent care, but now he realized how wrong he was. He supposed he really didn't know why he was still arguing; it wasn't like he was going to win. Edmund guessed that it was because he had never been one to comply before. Before, Edmund had always argued with Susan whenever she tried to fix him up; to stop now would take away the memory of how it was all those months ago.

"I don't need any."

Susan grumbled something inaudible under her breath, then spoke aloud. "I know you don't need it, but it will help you feel better and hopefully take away some of the scarring."

"I feel just fine." Edmund argued. He couldn't see Susan's face, but he could imagine the one doubtful raised eyebrow.

The next moment he felt a slap on his back. It was gentle enough that it wouldn't normally hurt, but hard enough that it aggravated the bruises and old scars he had gathered.

Edmund flinched away. "Ouch! What was that for?"

Susan chuckled. "Looks like you were lying, after all."

Edmund pulled away and turned to face his older sister. "Come on. I did just fine without your help in Calormen. I think I can handle this."

The smile faded from her face. Susan said nothing, but gave him a pitying, heartbroken look. He knew he'd said something wrong. Edmund would really have liked to have Susan's help while in Calormen. He didn't do fine there, he just survived.

"Alright." Edmund complied.

A smile crept its way onto Susan's face. Edmund just rolled his eyes and turned around once more to let Susan finish her work.

It's not much, I know, but it does help me set things up for future chapters.

For those of you who may not have really known or noticed, scars really do hurt when they are messed with. I got one about 12 years ago that still pains me to this day. So, I am accurate in that account.Remember! Still taking favorite quotes or moments! :)