Sorry about this taking so long, I wanted to think about where this story was going to go. I've done so, and I think the way I end this you may like. So, here is the last chapter part of the story line of Playing Death. The chapters after this are kind of short story, or background information. So I hope you enjoy.
As we made our way to the airport, I couldn't help but think that my adventures with Artemis weren't going end for a long time to come. Even though I was American, I had a work visa and a home in the country side of England. So I'm able to spend lots of time here.
I sighed and looked out the window of the Bentley Artemis had gotten from a rental place in Nice.
Mother and Father told me yesterday they were getting a divorce; mother would be traveling around the world trying to better it, father would go back to America and stabilize his business in the electronics field, I would stay in England and further my studies, keep in touch with Artemis, and do some things for the LEP.
It would be back to my old, boring schedule again. Maya, my maid, would bring my breakfast in the morning and wake me, I would eat of course, then Gianna would pick out an outfit, specified to my liking, and I would dress for the day. After morning activities, I would memorize everything out of one of my many study books, then lunch would be served in the rather large dining hall, after lunch, I would spend the rest of the day outside in the field, collecting wild flowers to decorate the stuffy house I called my home. Then supper would be served in the dining hall, and I would head off to the library and find a book that would serve my emotions of the moment.
A dull life, I would say, but occasionally I would get a visit from Holly and she would teach me about magic, The People, and if I was lucky, an adventure she went on many years ago. She told me one about Artemis once, I didn't remember who Artemis was when she told me, but I still loved the story. I want to meet the character Juliet she told me about, Butlers younger sister, she seems pretty nice, and kind of naïve, but that is my own solid opinion.
"Laura, are you listening, we are at the airport," Artemis stated, his voice full of irritation.
"Yes, Artemis, I can very much hear you, I was just… thinking about some things," I stated, grabbing my bag and slipping out of the car. "Thank god you got a private plane, I would have to murder someone if I had to fly commercial again…"
Gianna laughed and I smiled at her and giggled slightly. "I feel like I've known you for years, Gianna, why is that?"
"It's because you have, Miss. Laura," She stated, walking along beside me. "I have been your servant for a long time, who do you think always did your hair and got you dressed when you were younger?"
"That was you?" I asked, very surprised.
"Yes it was, mistress," Gianna laughed. "Now up you go, onto the plane now."
I nodded and got on the private plane and sat in front of Artemis, whom was on his laptop typing away.
"Arty," I stated. He stopped typing and looked up.
"Yes, Laura," Artemis responded. I hesitated before speaking.
"Well, do you mind if I live with you in Fowl Manor?" I asked, hoping that he would say yes. He seemed caught off guard by the question, but he quickly composed himself.
"With my family and I?" He asked. I nodded and looked at my hands, I hadn't told him about my parents yet, and I figured he would ask about them so I just explained.
"You see, they are getting a divorce and leaving me in the White mansion, or rather abandoning me. Father is going back to America and Mother is traveling… I would be left with my maid and Gianna in that huge house…" I started to explain, but he cut me off.
"I understand, Laura, but you would have to discuss it with my parents first, but I'm sure they would understand and allow you to stay with us," He attempted to smile, but couldn't quite make it work.
"Really?" I asked, standing up.
"Laura, please sit, we are about to take off," Butler said from the front.
"Oh, sorry, I'll sit," I responded, taking my seat and buckling my belt. I faced Artemis again, and smiled. "But, will you allow me to stay, Arty?"
He was quiet for a moment, probably thinking about the right thing to say. "I will allow you to stay, but on one condition…"
"What would that be?"
"You teach me some things…" He trailed off slightly, a small blush coming to his face. "about…er…love…I seem to not know much about it."
I laughed and he looked surprised. "Sure, I'll be happy to."
He nodded and went back to his typing. I looked out the window as the plane started to ascend leaving Paris behind. Next time we go somewhere, let it not be here, maybe Italy, or somewhere away from a fairy port.
So, what did you think? I thought it turned out fairly well. So, in the next, however many chapters I decide to do, will be about the past and some fill-in-the-blanks, or whatever. I guess, review then, if you have any questions on the future for this story, a sequel, or just some questions or things your still a bit confused on, please, feel free to leave a review or PM me your questions! So, I guess have a nice day! And review, PLEASE?