So sorry I haven't updated in months. I got engaged on vacation and began wedding planning right away!
As always I don't own Jareth or Sarah :(
First, Sarah did not want to get out of bed. Now she did not want to get out of her bath. She rather was rather enjoying lounging in a steaming, fragrant bath. It was nice just having stolen moments for them to enjoy together. At long last, Sarah's fingers and toes did begin to prune. "Sarah, dear, I do believe it is time for you to get out of the bath unless you would like the rest of your body to shrivel up," Jareth said to his bathing wife. Sarah let out a little whine. Did she really have to get out? What was scheduled for the evening? She knew of nothing. Jareth must know of something that she did not.
Of course Jareth knew something Sarah did not. He was very good at being very sneaky. He loved surprising Sarah. He loved the look of elation that lit up in her emerald eyes when he surprised her. Jareth whished that look would never go away.
Many thought that Jareth was a tough man, and at times, that could be true. Underneath Jareth's tough exterior laid a soft heart. Jareth had a very passionate side that Sarah was very lucky to see because very few could make that claim. That is the tricky part about being king. It proved difficult to balance the toughness with the softness. If a king appears too tough, then his subjects consider him a brutish tyrant. If a king appears too soft, then his subjects may think of him as too weak to rule the kingdom. In his younger days as king, Jareth grew frustrated trying to balance his emotions so that his subjects stayed content. Some nights, he found himself yelling the same phrase Sarah used during her time in the labyrinth, "It's not fair!" Really, it wasn't fair. Very few others in the kingdom had to balance such a juggling act, and Jareth assumed the throne at a young age, as his father was unexpectedly named High King after the Battle of Gian.
Fortunately, as Jareth grew, he learned to better balance his emotions. Sure at times, one emotion will prevail over the others, like they do for so many. He did well until one person tested his emotional balance, and that was the love of his life- Sarah.
Sarah gave Jareth her best puppy dog eyes and lips and said, "Do I really have to get out of the bath? I'm rather enjoying myself in here." Jareth leaned down and kissed Sarah chastely on the forehead. "Yes precious. You must get out. We do have somewhere to be that I think you will quite like." Sarah cocked her head in bewilderment. "Where do we have to be that I will like?" she wanted to know. Jareth smirked that all too sexy smirk at her and said, "That, my dear, is for me to know, and you to find out." Sarah was about to utter that phrase from her original time in Jareth's kingdom, but she bit her tongue before it flew out of her lips. They were having such a jovial time, and she just new if she said 'it's not fair' Jareth's mood would most certainly darken.
Jareth extended his hand to Sarah to help her out of the bath. He retrieved a lush oversized towel to dry his damp queen. Sarah noticed that towel seemed to be magically warm to the touch. Ah, the little perks of magic! Sarah thought happily to herself. Sarah very well could dry herself off, but in this instance she did not mind Jareth taking charge. Jareth was dominant by nature, and Sarah knew that she would have to get used to that. It wouldn't all be bad, like this for instance.
Once Jareth finished towel drying Sarah, he led her back into the bedchamber, over to the walk-in closet. Sarah looked at Jareth and asked, "Well Mr. Goblin King, do I get to pick out what I wear tonight or will you be picking my wardrobe?" Jareth chuckled. Though he at times insisted on obedience from his wife as all kings did, he did so love her spirit. "Oh no my dear, I am sure you are quite capable of picking out a fetching gown for this evening." Sarah was in a most playful mood at this point. "Well my darling king, truth be told I would prefer to wear nothing tonight as I would rather be in bed serving his highness." Jareth drew in a deep breath. He was certainly not expected that to come out of Sarah's mouth. He felt a pull in his groin that suggested that Sarah's idea was not half bad, but they already had other plans. If Sarah wanted to serve him, he would hold her to her word… later. Jareth leaned in close enough to Sarah that his lips brushed Sarah's ear lobe "Later, Pet," he purred silkily.
Sarah quivered at the sensation of his lips grazing her ear lobe. Why must he make a simple thing like dressing so damn difficult? Sarah sighed. Her libido would have to wait for now. Sarah set out to choose a gown. This was no easy task, for Jareth made sure that his queen had no shortage of clothing. This was the wardrobe of Sarah's dreams and then some. Jareth, meanwhile, was delighted in watching his wife walking slowly through the massive walk-in closet, fingering through the countless gowns. Most men would be bored with such a pursuit, but he could tell it made Sarah happy and making Sarah happy made him happy.
Finally, Sarah's eyes fell on a midnight blue gown with silver brocade designs. She could not tear her eyes away from it so she knew that this must be the gown for the evening. Jareth had to agree with Sarah's choice. He knew it would look ravishing on her fair skin.
Slowly, Jareth made his way toward Sarah. "Now my pet, he said seductively as it was hard for him not to simply take her right then and there in the closet, "if you really want to look the part of a regal queen might I suggest this?" Jareth open a drawer in the dresser in the center of the closet. From it, he pulled out a silver corset that matched the filigree brocade design of her gown perfectly. Behind it, Jareth showed her matching panties that had less fabric to them than undergarments Sarah imagined she would have Underground. Jareth cocked his head at her. Was she going to wear them? He certainly hoped so. Nothing turned him on more than a properly corseted woman. Sarah merely blinked at the undergarments. Certainly they were gorgeous. If they were purchased Aboveground, they would cost a small fortune. However, Sarah tried wearing corsets before when she was going through her 'trollop' phase. She always found them to be severely uncomfortable. She could tell by the way Jareth licked his lips that he wanted her to wear them though. Perhaps, she could try for him
Jareth motioned for her to turn around. He would assist her. Jareth had a feeling that Sarah was not familiar with how to properly lace up a corset. He was more than happy to help. Sarah held the silver garment center on her frame while Jareth skillfully worked the laces. He definitely pulled tight, tighter than Sarah ever could have. When Jareth finished, Sarah looked at herself in the full length mirror. Her breasts were pushed up in a most alluring manner. Her curves were accentuated. Jareth wished he could keep the gown off her. He preferred her in this manner for sure. Even Sarah had to admit that she looked hot!
Sarah then pulled on the gown. Once again, Jareth helped her with the laces. Sarah expected to be in pain because of the corset, but Jareth's expertise with corsets certainly proved true. Perhaps corsets aren't evil contraptions after all! Sarah thought to herself. Once Sarah was completely dressed, she slipped her feet into silver flats that felt as soft as butter. Jareth thought his wife looked quite regal. Her auburn curls fell around her face, down her back gracefully, but something was missing still. With a flick of his wrist, a most gorgeous necklace appeared around Sarah's neck. The silver chain was adorned with diamonds and at the center was Celtic knot work and the most stunning sapphire Sarah had ever seen. "Thank you Jareth," Sarah said breathlessly. Jareth took Sarah's hand, kissed the knuckles and led her out of the closet.
Jareth led Sarah down the corridor hand in hand. Sarah's stomach fluttered with anticipation as she had no idea where Jareth was leading her or even what he was up to. All she knew was that he seemed very excited about this surprise. Sarah loved the tender way Jareth's thumb rubbed her knuckles.
As Sarah and Jareth made their way around a corner, Sarah realized where they were; right in front of the grand dining hall. They don't usually dine here when they don't have guests. Sarah was utterly confused. "Jareth," she said as she raised an eyebrow, "What are we doing here?" Jareth smiled that captivating smirk. "See for yourself, Precious." With that, Jareth threw open the doors to the grand dining hall, and Sarah couldn't believe her eyes. She saw the High King and Queen and even Bentley with Arianna. Jareth snaked an arm around Sarah's waist. "Surprise, Precious."
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