This is my version of Prince Caspian. It is based on the events that took place in the movie not the book. This version follows the Pevensies and Peter's friend Ella as they try to save Narnia from Miraz and the Tellmarine invasion.
-The Plan-
Ella joined the Pevensies, Caspian, the professor, and several of the Narnians for a meeting. Ella could see that Peter had a plan, but he was afraid. They had no time to look for reinforcements.
Ella sat down next to Edmund and avoided Peter's gaze. She was still angry with him for his behavior. Ella did not intend to speak to him until he apologized, but only Aslan knew when that would be. Ella sighed and shifted slightly waiting for Peter to explain his plan.
Peter looked around the room until his eyes settled on Lucy. "It's simple Lucy is going into the forest to find Aslan. It's our only chance of winning."
Ella gaped at Peter. "You can't be serious Peter! Lucy can't go into the woods by herself, besides Narnia is huge, how is she going to find Aslan?" Ella shouted angrily. This plan was far too risky.
"That's your next big plan," Trumpkin said, "Sending a little girl into the darkest parts of the forest alone?"
"It's our only chance," Peter replied.
"And she won't be alone," Susan said stepping closer to Lucy.
"Haven't enough of us died already," Trumpkin pleaded to Lucy.
"Nikabrick was my friend too, but he lost hope." Trufflehunter replied. "Queen Lucy hasn't and neither have I."
"For Aslan," Reepicheep said quickly followed by a bear saying the same thing.
Ella rolled her eyes angrily. How did they expect Lucy to find Aslan?
"Then I'm going with you," Trumpkin stated.
"No we need you here," Lucy said placing a hand on the dwarf's shoulder.
"We have to hold them off until Lucy and Susan get back," Peter explained quickly.
"And how are we going to do that Peter?" Ella demanded.
"If I may," Caspian said softly. He rose slowly after exchanging a glance with his tutor. "Miraz may be a tyrant and a murderer, but as king he is subject to the traditions and expectations of his people. There is one in particular that may buy us some time."
"What tradition is that?" Ella asked before Peter could open his mouth.
"As High King, Peter can challenge Miraz to a duel on the field of combat. Instead of the armies fighting just Peter and Miraz will fight. It will be a fight to the death. Whoever loses their army must surrender." Caspian explained his eyes refused to hold Ella's gaze.
Ella twisted to look at Peter. She could see that he was going to agree to it before he looked at her. Ella shook her head angrily and left the room. If he wanted to risk his life for Narnia, she wasn't going to stand by and watch him die.
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Ella sat on the overhang outside watching the Telmarine army assemble its camp and weapons. Edmund, a giant, and a centaur crossed the field toward the Telmarine camp carrying a letter from Peter challenging Miraz to a duel.
Elle turned slightly when she heard someone walk out onto the overhang. Ella met Caspian's gaze briefly before turning back to watch Edmund.
"I am sorry that I have angered you," Caspian said softly as he fidgeted with his sword. "You should know that if I could take Peter's place I would gladly do so."
"He wouldn't let you, he's incredibly stubborn. He loves Narnia so much he's willing to die for it," Ella said shaking her head. "I'm sorry he's been so awful to you. He's not normally like this."
"Do you always make apologies for him?" Caspian asked curiously.
"Only when he is too arrogant to make them for himself, or when he doesn't realize what an ass he has become." Ella offered. "I wish you could see the Peter that I know. He's gotten so caught up in this war that he's lost the part of him I loved."
"Have you told him that," Caspian asked as he sat down next to Ella.
Ella laughed angrily. "Everyone knows but him. I'm starting to think he's blind. I told him he's changed, but it was overshadowed by the fact that he can't send me home."
"You do not wish to remain in Narnia as the Pevensies seem to," Caspian questioned.
"I don't belong in Narnia. Technically, I am here by mistake. The Pevensies were called back and I happened to be standing between Susan and Peter when it happened. They're the ones that brought me here not you or Aslan. There is no reason for me to be here." Ella explained with a hint of bitterness in her voice.
"Some would say that it was destiny that brought you here. The magic would not have brought you in if you weren't meant to be here. Your path will reveal itself in time," Caspian said calmly. "A certain mouse told me you were looking for a sparring partner. Would you like to practice with me? There's no reason to sit around waiting for Edmund, Miraz will accept."
"I told Reepicheep not to tell anyone!" Ella said unhappily. "If you have the time, I would greatly appreciate your help though."
Caspian helped Ella to her feet and lead the way back to the armory. Peter spotted the pair walking down a hallway laughing over some private joke. Jealousy hard and strong flashed through him. He wished that he could tell Ella that he was in love with her, but she obviously had other things on her mind right now.