Chapter 4: Miracle

(Cullen's Office)

"You'll be staying in the barracks with the other female soldiers for now, "said Cullen after showing the new recruit, Jane, around, "But if you're as good as we heard, it'll most likely be temporary. Those who are assigned special or unique assignments regularly usually get private or semi-private rooms as space allows due to secrecy and the need of said people for a quiet space."

"Barracks are fine, Commander, "said Jane standing in an almost At Ease position, "Although I am wondering why I get a private tour with the Commander of the Inquisition's Forces."

Cullen sat down behind his desk and indicated that Jane should take a seat. "From the report on how you rescued the Inquisitor, it seems you do have a very unusual skill set. Both myself and Leliana are interested in what you can do, "said Cullen placing his elbows on the table and holding his hands just below his chin, "From your demeanor and way you talk, it seems you have some military training however you do not know how to use a sword or shield. Then again with your abilities, maybe there were other military tactics that you trained for that we do not use. It is my hope that once we have a better idea as to what you can do, that we can fit you in with the military. Leliana's people are good, but you don't seem like someone who would be good at being a spy."

"My lack of knowledge about local culture would also be a big handicap, "said Jane with a smile, "So first thing in the morning I get to show off?"

"Definitely, "said Cullen taking a quill and writing down a few notes, "I understand that you are expected to spend some time with Cole and Solas in the hopes of getting your memory back. When not on assignment, your training will be in the morning and you are scheduled to spend your afternoons with Solas. If he is busy you will be expected to be in the library trying to catch up on local laws and customs. I assume you can read Common."

"Yes, Ser, "said Jane, "It took me a while to learn, but fortunately one of the Chantry sisters was willing to help me out."

"Fair enough, "said Cullen, "Just curious, what is your native language?"

"It's called English, "said Jane who then followed in English, "This is basically what English sounds like. It's nothing like Common, right?"

"Well that's a harsh sounding language, "said Cullen as he handed over the note, "Take this to supply so as to get your standard issue supplies and then go to the barracks to find your bunk. After that you are free to explore. Now go."

Jane stood up and took the note. Then gave a sharp non-Thedas salute and walked out. She walked down the ramps heading towards the inn and then around the inn to the supply office.

Unseen, Cole followed her with interest and internal conflict. So much hidden sorrow, pain, hurt…but her spirit is still so bright. Was this in spite of the pain or because she could not remember. He was unsure if it would help her to remember, but it should help stop the…whatever it was, from hurting others.

"Cole, "growled Cassandra being one of the people whose eyes stick to him asked, "what are you doing here? Shouldn't you be lurking in the inn or something?"

Cole nervously rubbed his nose as he shuffled in place but did not respond right away. He knew from experience that Cassandra did not always like how he helped, especially if he didn't make the right words.

Cassandra's eyes narrowed as she gripped her sword and started to walk towards the young man. "Seeker, leave the poor kid alone, "said Varric walking towards the two of them, "He's most likely following his new patient or is it project? He's been aching to get a read on her since we got back?"

"Yes, followed Jane to see if she needs help, "said Cole, "She has pain, hurts that she cannot remember but can feel in the back of her mind. Trying to figure out best way help and not have her forget. Forgetting is the part of the problem."

"Ah, so that was the one they called Demon that just walked by, "said Cassandra looking towards the supply room's door, "She looked nothing like I expected."

"If you seen her in her all dark outfit and fighting all glowy blue, there would be no doubt that is the Demon, "chuckled Varric, "Although I figured she may not be going by that name any longer. Maybe Mystery, or Secrets…nah still doesn't fit her."

Yells and screams interrupted the discussion. The three of them raced over to the source, each with weapons in hand. "Ah shit, "said Varric seeing the problem and it was one that could not be solved by weapons. One of the scaffoldings was folding up and there were two men swaying with it, holding on for dear life. "Why aren't the mages doing anything?!" snarled Cassandra.

"The ones here can't, "said Cole who then looked over his shoulder and added, "But she can."

The two men were suddenly covered in a glimmering blue light. The scaffolding fell with a crash but the two men were left floating in mid-air above the dust cloud. "By the Maker, "said Cassandra as she turned to see a glimmering Jane holding up two glowing hands pointed towards the workmen. As Jane slowly lowered her hands the workmen were also lowered. The moved the hands a little towards the side so that the men would land next to, but not on the rubble.

"Hope you guys weren't hoping to keep her a secret, "said Varric, "For the cat is definitively out of the bag."

The two men were being swarmed by people trying to help, but Cole heading straight to Jane who was now holding one of her hands to her head. Placing a hand on her shoulder, he could hear her mutter, "Damn it."

He could feel her headache and gently led her to back to the supply office. There was no one there now, and it would be dim and quiet for her on the second floor. He would see that her standard issue supplies would be found on her bed later. Once in the supply office, Cole 'borrowed' a pair of apples from the barrels that were to be taken to the kitchens. He sat Jane down in one of the second floor chairs and handed her one of the apples. "Here, "he said, "You need to eat. That is why it hurts after doing so little. Not that saving those men was a little thing."

"Yes, Mother, "said Jane as she took the apple and then bit into in.

Cole tilted his head to the side, confused for a few moments at being called 'Mother' but then figured out the sarcasm. "You should remind them that you need to eat more. The lunch they served was not enough for you."

"And eat more of that crap, "said Jane with a grin, "I rather have the headache."

"Here you are, "said Varric walking up the stairs, "Are you okay, Miracle?"

"I was until I heard the nickname you gave me, "said Jane, "Miracle?"

"You seem to come out of nowhere to save people like a living miracle, "said Varric with a wink and a smile, "By the way, you latest miracle has earned you a private room. From what I overheard, there is no way the common soldier is going to feel comfortable sleeping in the same room as someone who glows. And the mages and templars…well some of them were just looking at you funny."

"Too much control, too much power, "muttered Cole look off in the distance, "Must be blood magic. But she doesn't use magic."

"Great, "Varric sighed as he stood upright and turned to go back down the stairs, "Now the rumor-mill starts. Gotta go and see what I can do to nip this in the bud for you without giving too much of the truth away. Once you're feeling better, go see Ruffles. Kid knows the way."

To be continued…