Hello everyone, I present to you the fifth chapter of A Journey To Narnia.

Thanks to all my reviewers- Glamourgirl190, snowcherry98, bonestemprance, truthfulbadger and princess emma you all made my day!

Before I Go on with the story, I want to get a few things cleared: The raid on Miraz's castle has occurred, along with the various events before it. The scene (in the movie) with the white witch has not taken place. Only that Caspian and Peter blame each other for what happened at the castle.

Disclaimer: I had a dream that Narnia belonged to me, but it seldom does to dwell on dreams right? ;)

So on with the chapter now, I hope you enjoy it.

Chapter 5

A message for the enemy

"I, Sir Peter Wolfs-bane, Duke of the Northern Mountains, Knight of the Most Noble Order of the Lion, Emperor of the Lone Islands, Lord of Cair Paravel, And High King of Narnia, request Lord Protector Miraz to forget all past differences and accept the beginning of a new age of Narnia. To halt the abhominable bloodbath that will be caused due to this unfruitful battle, I request you to make peace with us. On behalf of all Narnians, I propose a treaty: You may be coronated as King of Narnia, but only if you let the Narnians and Telmarines co-exist. Also, after your death, Price Caspian X will ascend to the throne." Edmund voice boomed throughout the packed tent in which Miraz and his counselors sat.

There was whispering and snickering in the tent, as objections rose.

"Narnians and Telmarines living together? Have you lost your mind prince Edmund?" laughed one of the courtiers.

"King Edmund actually. And no, I certainly have not lost my mind." Edmund replied calmly.

"No matter about that!" said another courtiers, "My lord, do you think peace would be a good idea?" he said, addressing Miraz.

"Peace! Hah!" Miraz snorted, "Telmarines are a civilized race. We will not co-exist with these... these savages! And as for the throne going to Caspian," he continued, "That's just barbaric!"

"Firstly, Lord Miraz, Narnians are no savages." said Edmund his voice getting dangerous with every word, his hand flying for the sword that rested on his hip. "And Caspian is actually the rightful hier to the throne!" his voice rose dramatically.

Jennifer who had been standing beside Edmund quietly all this time, put a hand on his shoulder to calm her down.

He nodded a little and said in a voice of forced calm. "So you agree or not?"

"What if I refuse?" asked Miraz, both the king's and his friend's heart sank, they had both wanted peace to come to Narnia, but it didn't matter, deep down they both knew this was going to happen.

"I wonder how Ed and Jen are getting along..." said Lucy, she, Susan, Caspian, Peter, Alexis and Isabel were sitting at the table, having their lunch.

"They will be fine.. don't worry." said susan.

"I hope so."

there was silence as everyone concentrated on their food.

"Alex! You alright?" Lucy asked, seeing the pained expression on the girl's face.

"Y-yes, I am." she replied. "Just a bit of..." she didn't know how to continue. Her head was bursting with pain.

"Bed. Now." ordered Susan. "you will rest. No arguments." she raised her hand as Alexis tried to protest. "Lucy will take you."

Alexis mumbled something that resembled 'there is no need' but was ignored.

"Since you have chosen to refuse the chance of making peace, I, High King Peter the magnificent, challenge you to single combat upon the field of battle, the fight will be to the death. The reward -total surrender." Edmund sighed. He hadn't wanted this, but oh well...

"What if I refuse. My military advantage alone provides us the reason to avoid..."

"So you are scared... The mighty Lord Miraz is scared of a swordsman half his age! Ha!" said Edmund, triumphantly, h knew this was going to happen, and he had prepared for it.

"Scared of what? Scum such as the lot of you?" Miraz asked, his temper rising.

"Just because I have not said anything... inappropriate as yet does not mean you will keep on insulting us Miraz." Edmund said icily.

"My lord, our position alone is an excuse-"

"Keep your suggestions to yourself Sopespian! I don't need any excuses. You all think I cannot handle a boy?" he spat. Then he turned to Edmund

"You boy! You better hope your brothers sword is sharper than his pen, I accept your challenge. The duel will be three hours past dawn tomorrow. don't be too disappointed when you lose." he said, his tone declaring the matter closed.

"Of course I wont. 'cause that's impossible." said Edmund smirking. He strode out of the room smiling slightly, Jennifer close at his heels.

"So there is a battle after all." she said once they were out.

"Hmm... it was unavoidable." he replied helping her onto her horse. "But your friend's idea was good too."

Jennifer felt a sinking feeling. She didn't want Alexis to be the apple of everyone's eye. She wanted all the attention to herself like she used to have in England.

"It was my idea, I just gave it to her so that she became popular with you guys." she lied.

"That is kind of you." said Edmund, kicking his horse into motion.

Jennifer smiled a little as her horse followed his.

"So that's your next big plan? Sending a little girl, into the woods alone?" asked Trumpkin in disbelief.

"Its our only chance! We need to find Aslan..." countered Peter.

"The DLF is right Pete... One of us should go with Lucy." said Edmund, he and Jennifer had returned, bringing back the news of the impending duel.

"But who will? We are all needed if at all a battle occurs..." said Peter, looking at each of them in turn.

"I-I can go.." said Alexis, meekly.

"Of course, that would be very nice of you, but we cant risk your life, you are our guest." said Peter.

"No really... If you don't mind that is." she added as an afterthought.

"Alright... lady Alexis and Lucy will go in search of Aslan." said Peter.

Everyone in the room nodded their agreement.

"Lady, you said? Since when did the high king start respecting us?" said Isabel.

"I respect those who deserve it." he replied curtly.

"well then-"

"Shut it." said a simple calm voice from across the room. "You both can continue after the war." said and irritated Susan.

"So everyone get ready. An hour from now, we may face a battle." said Edmund, taking charge of the meeting. "Glenstorm, prepare the underground troops. Isabel, jenny, go help the healers, and stay there until someone comes to get you. Come on snap!"

"Wait what? Im gonna fight!" protested Isabel.

"You don't even know how to hold a sword, how will you fight?" said peter scornfully.

"Excuse me, you haven't seen me yet. I can fight."

"Yes, no doubt you can, but you wont." said Caspian.

"But Caspian, I wanna help you all!" she whined.

"No. You will not fight. That's it." said Caspian sternly. "We don't want you hurt."

Isabel made a face. She would not stay back if a war took place. She would fight. For her friends, and for Narnia.

"Best of luck my king." said a passing faun. "Our fate is in your hands, milord. Save us."

Peter grimaced and nodded. Everyone had been saying this to him, since that morning.

A figure moved in the shadows, his hand flew for his sword, "Who is it? Reveal yourself." then he relaxed as he realized it was just Alexis.

"You gave me a fright." Peter said.

"Im sorry." she said, not meeting his gaze.

"Don't be." he started to walk away. Almost walked away.

"King Peter...?" Alexis whispered softly.

"Alexis?"

her heart fluttered, coming from Peter her name sounded different, special. She gaped at him.

"What?" he asked, seeing the expression on her face.

"You... you addressed me directly, for the first time..."

"Well yess, but if you don't like it... umm...I..." he said, unsure if she was happy or upset about this.

"No, no, I like it." she said. Then her eyes widened as she realized what she had said. "I mean its better than 'lady Alexis'" she hastened to add.

He smiled.

"Peter, I know you don't need my advice but, in the duel, please be careful. Narnia needs you, Edmund, Lucy and Susan do. We all need you. Be safe, be strong always. Best of luck." she said.

"Thank you..." he said. A part of him was happy at hearing her say it, but one part wanted to push her away. He felt like she could easily read him. Anybody for that matter, as if she knew what was deep inside their hearts. He thought she knew how, what and why everyone did, thought and felt, and exactly how to deal with them.

"Sorry to disturb you. But the duel is about to start." said Edmund coming up behind Peter.

"Shut up Ed." He said icily as Alexis blushed. "And come on."

"Sure." said Edmund, smirking.

With one glance at Alexis, Peter turned and walked away. His face bore an expression of stony determination. H had to win. For his friends, for his siblings, for Aslan.

"Be careful Peter." she murmured under her breath. He turned as if he had heard her. His eyes shone, as they conveyed a clear message- 'I will, you too.'

She nodded, and watched in awe as the two kings walked out of the How, confident, and determined.

"Coming Alex?" Lucy called from behind her.

"Yes.." she said, tearing her gaze away from the backs of the retreating kings.

There, that's the chapter. Hope you enjoyed it.

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Regards,

Maira