Jareth was in a rare mood, he called forth his servants to prepare a wedding feast. All would be perfect. The bride would sparkle like diamonds in her royal gown, her lovely blonde hair piled upon her head surrounded by jewels. The time for sadness was over, a new energy was racing forth into his kingdom. He smiled as he envisioned the wedding, so much to look forward to in such a short time. There were changes coming that he'd dare not put into words, but changes were filling his realm with every passing moment. He'd sensed someone watching them earlier, someone not quite there - but he had to be patient. She'd return when she was ready to face him. And then they would have quite the chat...

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Sarah woke up with a splitting headache. Coming back so fast from her last out of body experience had left her shaken. She felt sick and exhausted. Making her way to her kitchen for some aspirin, she noticed another book on her table. Frowning, she picked it up and read the cover. The Queen's Journal. What more could Jareth be taunting her with? She had the urge to toss the book away with the other one. Glancing into the trash, she was surprised to see the book she'd thrown out was gone.

Stupid Goblin King and his stupid tricks. She glared at the journal, turning it around in her hands like an unwanted piece of garbage. Despite her initial reaction to burn the damned thing, she relented long enough to open the book and start reading the dedication. The King of Dreams is revealed when the Queen of Wishes reawakens. Just what was that supposed to mean? Queen of Wishes...Hoggle had called her that. She closed the book and sighed.

Sitting at her bay window, she allowed herself a moment of looking out over her lush green lawn. The rains were gently caressing her gardens, the breezes were swirling leaves on nearby trees. All was beautiful and calm. She almost didn't notice the phone was ringing. Picking up the receiver she put a fake smile into her voice.

"Hello?"

"Sarah? It's Doug, listen - I'm in town for a few days and thought we'd catch up. Maybe dinner downtown, then breakfast at my hotel?" His sleazy words were betrayed by the joking tone in his voice and Sarah laughed. He was a good friend, and she needed one right now.

"Sure, tonight would be great. I'll meet you at your hotel and we'll go out, okay? I have to get this article finished before my editor tears my head off," she smirked.

"Can't have anyone tearing your pretty little head off now can we?" he teased. "Meet me at the Plaza Hotel around seven? My meetings will be done by then. Boy I'm looking forward to seeing you."

"You too, bye." Settling back into her spot at the window, she opened the book again and began to read.

Many years ago, the High King delegated kingdoms to his children. His eldest became the King of Dreams and was given a Labyrinth to keep safe the dreams and cares of children. But he also became King of Goblins, a fierce warrior who would defend his father's realms to the death. The two sides of this king's nature kept him from giving his heart to anyone. He was meant to be feared and obeyed and it was not without merit - the king was cruel out of necessity yet kind when it suited him. Women feared his wrath and none would agree to be courted by him - he did not care, he was above such things.

For many years this king ruled in solitude, never needing the touch of a woman. Never longing for companionship as he saved countless children from unwanted homes. But even a King of Dreams needs a queen.

Legends came and went over the centuries, but the one that held true was the story of the Queen of Wishes. Born of battle, created of fire - she was the only one with the power to claim the heart of the King of Dreams. She'd be created out of the Goblin King's defeat and given a choice. To fear him, love him, do as he said - or to leave him with his heartache, bitter and alone. The Labyrinth was well pleased - the future queen would see through the king's tricks to find the lonely man inside. There would be prosperity and new life brought to the realm, and they would rule together as one heart forever.

If for some reason, the girl chosen refused the king - all was not lost. The Labyrinth would see to it she was trained to take her place in the Fae world as Queen of Dreams. Knowledge would reach the girl, teaching her all she needed to know to own her kingdom which lay just beyond the Goblin City. Her kingdom would be just as great, and she would have powers far beyond her dreams.

Once her training was complete, and the girl was fully the Queen - she could return to her king and claim him. She would have to convince him of her devotion, her passion. He would not fall willingly at her feet if she had refused him the first time. She would have to be a warrior queen taking what was hers by right, even as her fears surrounded her.

Sarah let the book fall to the floor as she sat there, shocked. If she was reading this correctly, the Labyrinth had convinced itself Sarah was this Queen of Wishes. Hoggle had called her that too. How many others knew about this prophecy? Did Jareth - and if he did - why was he marrying someone else. She jumped up and decided to take a long shower. After that, she'd finish her article and go meet Doug for dinner. The Goblin King had waited centuries for an answer, a few more hours wasn't going to hurt anything.