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MEMOIRS OF AN OUTSIDER
Chapter: 24 "Hell hath no fury"
Khy did not hear the screams of her companions as she dove into the black void of the hells. Tiamat was true to her word and healed them all of
their life-threatening wounds as she disappeared into the black swirling smoke with a fanatical laugh. "We've go to do something". Neeshka
screamed. "Know that long ago the shard-bearer accepted her death as payment for the destruction of the King of Shadows". Zhjaeve stated.
"You mean ta say that the wee lass knew she'd die"? Khelgar asked the githzerai. Zhjaeve nodded slowly to the confused and angry group. "We
must now carry on in her absence", Casavir said with tears in his eyes as he looked down upon Khy's amulet in his hand, "The annihilation of the
King of Shadows still remains our goal and we shall prevail in her name". The bewildered and heart-broken band of warriors gathered together for
comfort before continuing on in their Knight Captain's stead.
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She opened her eyes to darkness and felt the cold, rough stones beneath her body as she tried to stand. She managed to get to her knees and
slowly looked around at her surroundings. Huge stone slabs lined the sides of the path with dark shapes standing guard. Khy started down the
gloomy passageway that eventually led to a pair of massive iron gates. A placard above the metal doors read, "AVERNUS". "Avernus", she thought,
"Brother Merring had taught her lore on the nine hells, and this she knew to be the first of the nine". She looked down at her closed hand and
opened it to find Casavir's ring still there. She had taken it from his finger along with Bishop's blade before leaving her world of Toril. She ripped a few
laces from her armor and used them to hang the precious memento around her neck. Bishop's dagger fit snuggly in the sheath on her boot and she gently
caressed the hilt, she then put her hands on the gates and pushed. The sky was of a reddish hue, fires singed everything in sight and the place
smelled of sulfur and burning flesh. The smoke and soot in the atmosphere caused her to cough as she held the edge of her cloak across her nose
and mouth. It was an arid and desolate place with the cries of pain and despair filling the bitter air. Khy ducked and rolled as a great fireball sped
past her and exploded near the gates. Then she heard the clashing of metal and great shouting coming from over the rock face ahead. She climbed
the rock-strewn and boulder filled slope and finally emerged to a vantage point where she could see the heart of the sound. A great encounter was
taking place between devil's and demons and the battlefield was covered in blood and dismembered bodies. Khy was close enough to make out
horned devils, Erinyes, pit fiends and succubi among the warriors in the conflict. She recalled that this must be the epic "Blood Wars" she had heard
about and thought never to see. Suddenly a hand covered her mouth as a physically powerful arm restrained her and dragged her backwards away
from scene.
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A dark cave enveloped her as the grip on her loosened and she spun around to see a hooded figure in a long dark cloak. She pulled her blades and
prepared herself for whatever would come next from the assailant. "What are you planning to do with those"? The shady form said. "What do you
think, you scum sucking bastard"! Khy shouted as she crouched, waiting to attack. A hearty laugh echoed through the cavern as a hand partially pulled
back the black hood to reveal a dazzling pair of blue eyes. "Don't worry", he said, "I'm not going to hurt you". She relaxed a bit and put her weapons
away as she asked, "Who are you"? "Just a traveler", he said, "Trying to find my way out of here". He handed her a flask of water and Khy asked
him if he could get more before she drank. He looked at the young girl and wanted to know why she would ask about a water source. "I would not
accept if it were your last". She said. The man looked surprised at her statement and asked what she was doing in Avernus. Khy told the man what
happened and how she was sent to the hells for killing a dragon. "Tiamat", he said shaking his head, "Is a malevolent, malicious bitch and you are
very lucky she did not destroy you". She nodded and asked him why he tore her away from the outskirts of the raging battle outside. "The beasts of
Avernus obtain great pleasure in turning the righteous to evil no matter how long it takes". He told her. "What makes you think I am righteous"?
She asked him. "Well", he replied, "One indication is that you have an aura of goodness around you and the other is you make me feel kind of
odd". Khy snatched the hood from his head to unveil flaming red hair and a small pair of horns. "You're a tiefling"! She shouted.
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"Valen Shadowbreath at your service". He said smiling and trying to hide his dread of her coming reaction. She could see Neeshka somewhat in his
face, except for his gorgeous blue eyes and felt instantly at ease with him. "I'm Khy", she said smiling while holding out her hand, "I am very pleased
to meet you Valen". He clasped her hand and asked shyly, "Tieflings don't trouble you"? Khy shook her head as told him about her companions and
her very best friend and sister, Neeshka. Valen watched her as she spoke of her love for the tiefling girl and the others with whom she journeyed. He
knew that she truly cared for one of his kind and held no preconceived discriminations toward anyone. The two sat against the stone wall of the
cave and talked for hours learning a great deal about one another. Khy was exhausted from her ordeal and fell asleep with her head sliding over to
Valen's shoulder. He covered the sleeping girl with his cloak as he tried to come up with a way to get out of the hells. He knew he could not control
the damnable infernal taint of his much longer, and would soon succumb to the call of the blood wars. Khy moaned softly in her sleep as Valen
looked down upon her peaceful face and admired her innocent beauty. His mind wandered back to Callee Riversmithe, the woman he adventured
with and soon grew to love. He remembered her face as she told him that she could not love him, but still needed his help. He had remained by her
side and aided in her fight against Mephistopheles. When the battle was over, she asked him to stay in Waterdeep and accompany her on the many
other exploits to come. He had stayed, for awhile, but realized she would never return what he felt for her. He left a few weeks ago intending to
return to his home, however, his path to Sigil had unfortunately led him here. He put his arms around Khy and held her close while resting his head
on hers and then closed his eyes.
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"Were over halfway there"! Valen shouted to Khy as she followed him through the rock-strewn terrain. Together they had devised a plan to escape the
hells and had been traveling for weeks toward the lair of the formidable Tiamat. The sounds of battle surrounded them as Khy watched Valen for
any signs of the black taint emerging and overtaking his mind. He had told her about himself and she knew he was in danger the longer he stayed on
this plane of the hells. Tiamat's fortress contained the only portal that would lead to the second level. There were several doorways on Dis, and
they might be able to bypass Minauros and Phlegethos to arrive on Stygia. Ammon had bartered with the ruler of that domain, Levistus, and had
acquired the services of Mephasm. If Khy could appeal to Mephasm, maybe he would help them escape. It was a long shot, but this could be their
only hope to get away. Valen noticed that Khy had been very quiet as they sat around the campfire that evening. "What's wrong", he asked while
putting his arms about her, "Is there something I can do"? She shook her head slowly and said, "I've been here two months and I may not have a
home to go back to". "The King of Shadows was on the verge of attacking when I left, it may be too late". "Khy", he said, "Time works differently
here". "Sometimes a few hours will equal weeks on Toril, or the exact opposite will occur". "One never knows". He said as she began to smile at
him. "My lady", he said looking serious, "I would like you to do something for me". "Anything". She said. "If I can not hold out against the taint, I
want you to take a blade to my throat". "What", she screamed, "Are you insane"! "I can't go back to that way of life", he begged, "Promise me
you won't let that happen". Khy could no longer see his face through the haze of tears in her eyes. "I can't", she said as the tears flowed freely, "I
care about you". "If you care for me", he said, "You will not let my soul be trapped forever in mindless battle". He pleaded with her for hours until
she finally agreed to the difficult task. She had been using little tricks to divert his attention and would have him concentrate on menial duties to keep his
mind focused. She had watched him for weeks, fidget and pace constantly trying to overcome the inevitable. She then closed her eyes and tried to forget
the promise she made to her friend as she slowly drifted off.
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They had camped a few days away from Tiamat's stronghold, when Khy was awakened by the sounds of battle and growling. She looked around for
Valen and spotted him at the back of the cave, facing the wall and shaking. Deep cries ripped from his body and when she touched him, he turned
staring at her with blazing red eyes. His hands shook violently as he grabbed her shoulders and said, "Do it now"! Khy reached for her blade and told
him to close his eyes. "Hurry". He said leaning against the rocky surface in preparation for death. The agony of the choice she now must make
created a different option in her mind. She held his face and--- kissed him. Valen's eyes flew open as she kissed him once more while pressing her
body into his, grinding her hips. Valen pulled her close and crushed her lips with his as his hands roamed frantically along her body. She unlaced and
tore off her armor, then stood naked in front of him as she pulled off his clothes. He jerked her toward him and began to cover her face and neck
with kisses as Khy whispered, "Use me Valen". "Forget everything else and just fuck me". He shoved her down on top of the discarded garments and
covered her with his body. He kissed her hard, his tongue seeking hers as she drew his further into her mouth and gently sucked. He moaned when
she ran her hands down his back and gripped his ass, digging her nails into his flesh. His mouth covered her breast and sucked an erect nipple as his
hand kept pace on the other. She began to pant as Valen traveled down her anxious form, kissing and nibbling as he moved lower. He bent her
knees, and then spread her like opening a book, as he tasted and licked her hidden flower with his incredibly agile tongue. His mouth caressed her as no
one had before as she began to be carried over the deep waves of electricity flooding her being. She screamed his name and flailed about incoherently as
he continued to lick and suck the center of her blossom. It was a never-ending cascade of pleasure as she peaked again and again barely conscious of her
surroundings. She felt his tail rub against her hard nipples as she pulled the appendage to her mouth and gently sucked the tuft of skin on the end. A
loud howl burst from his mouth as he mounted her and then rammed his rigid shaft into her trembling tunnel of need. His thrusting became more
frenzied as he pounded and drove himself into her repeatedly. Sweat dripped from his face and the drops landed on her chest as she yelled, "Yes,
Valen, yes". He quickened his pace and groaned loudly as he rode the crest of intense passion to its completion and as Khy screamed and shuddered
with pleasure once more. Valen collapsed into her waiting arms as she held him feeling the spasms of desire rack her body. She lowered her legs
and embraced him tightly whispering, "I guess this was better than having your throat cut". She felt his body shake as he laughed softly and then
looked into her golden eyes. "You are quite extraordinary my lady". He said kissing her tenderly.
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They arrived at Tiamat's fortress and needed to cross the river of maggots surrounding it. Valen ingeniously tied together shields from an
abandoned battle field to make a raft as they climbed aboard and paddled across with halberds as oars. They quietly entered the building; as Valen
located the portal in the cave of greed. The place was cursed to urge all who pass within its walls to desire the gold it held. They ran for the portal trying
not to look upon the opulent treasure as Valen grabbed something. Khy pulled him toward the door as he smiled and held up the portal key. She
kissed his smiling face and he firmly inserted the key. Another barren wasteland awaited them on the other side. The wind blew a little luck in their
direction as another door lay ahead. "A kiss for luck". Valen said as he took her in his arms and covered her mouth with his. Khy melted into him and
almost wished he would stay with her. She knew he longed to find his own place in the many worlds he traveled, but she considered it just the
same. It took days to find the right door, but eventually they did. The cold and ice, the many lightning storms, and the murky ocean showed them
they had arrived in Stygia. Khy felt strange as they walked into the bleak and wicked city. "Valen", she said, "I hear voices inside my head". "That's
Levistus", he said pointing to the river, "He's imprisoned in that ice floe and gives orders through telepathy". She desperately tried to locate
Mephasm, but her efforts proved ineffective. "Don't give up". Valen told her, holding her close. He cared deeply for her and found that she had helped
him forget his passionate devotion to Callee. He felt free of the shackles of an unrequited love and in that freedom he could at last live. "Khy"? A voice
said. She turned to see Mephasm in all his splendor standing there. "Mephasm"! She squealed and threw her arms around the astounded man. Khy
explained her dilemma and asked him for help. "I know you expect something in return", she said, "I will give you what I can". The devil thought for
a moment and said, "Little Neeshka"! "No", she shouted, "I will not bargain for my friends, especially not her". "That's how I ended up in the
hells", Khy told him, "Because I would not sacrifice my companions". "You feel that strongly for her"? He asked. She nodded and told him she was
her sister, the only family she had. Mephasm smiled and agreed to aid them. He led the two to a shining door and said farewell as Valen took her hand
and stepped through.
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"Sigil", Valen said, "The place of my birth". The city bustled with people of all origins and races. He picked her up and began to swing her around,
laughing and kissing her. Khy felt his enthusiasm as they walked through the crowded and dirty streets. Valen handed a few coins to a merchant
then ran up the steps in the nearby building dragging her along. He opened the door to a large room and dove onto the bed with his tail wrapping
around his leg. He pulled her close and said, "Once more before you go". She looked puzzled as he explained that he knew of a portal that would send
her to Daggerford, and from there she could get home. "Come with me". She asked him as she removed her clothing and crawled next to him. Valen
stripped off his armor and boots and said "Not now, but soon". He began to kiss her and nip at her neck as she felt chills wrinkle her skin. "Not this
way", she said rolling him to his back, "Something special for our last time". He watched with curiosity as she began to caress his manhood and cover
him with her mouth. Khy heard him moan as she stroked and sucked until he began to move into her. She straddled him, guiding his engorged shaft
to her seeking cavity of delight. She pierced herself upon him, grinding and gyrating her hips while watching him close his eyes and groan with
enjoyment. She leaned forward and heaved him up to a sitting position and curved her legs around his back. She kissed him deeply as her inner
muscles enveloped him, then tightened and relaxed repeatedly. Valen drew a stiff nipple into his mouth and sucked hard as she continued the pace
of undulation. Khy felt his tail wrap around her waist as the tip softly rubbed against her inner bud of desire. She began to quicken the rippling as
she heard him gasp for breath and moan softly. His tail stroked her faster and she felt the tide of pleasure begin to overtake her. Valen felt the heat
of her body and looked into her face as his powerful release exploded into her. She was panting faster as her intense pleasure crested and burst
sending waves of sensation within her. He sensed the warmth and love of her aura penetrate his soul when she climaxed and it created a unique,
enduring mark upon his heart. She jerked from the continual surges of tingles until her body slowly calmed. "I'll find you someday". He told her,
knowing that the gift she gave to him could never be replaced.
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It had been two weeks since she kissed Valen goodbye and stepped into the portal. The gold he had given her help to buy supplies and a fast horse.
She could not be sure how long she had been away, but she prayed that her friends were still alive. She rode hard, knowing that she would reach
the keep the next day and her questions would be answered.