The Dark Wars Chapter 7: Return of Darkness
MorgothII: Welcome to another brand new chapter!
Diluvium (Yawning): How much longer till we get to the story?!
Morgoth: Patience my student. Our friend is just getting to that.
MII: Thank you Morgoth. Anyways, this chapter is a bit lacking in action and more about the past. Also, R&R and enjoy!
"My teacher, how good it is to see you here again!" Diluvium proclaims to his lord Morgoth, all the while bending on one knee as a sign of loyalty. The tall lord of darkness gives a deep chuckle. "And it is good to see that one of my students has spent all this time trying to free me," he says. His voice is deep, strong, ancient yet at the same time young, and has a deep echo. These are indicators for the relative age of the fallen Valar.
"Rise now, my student," Morgoth commands the kneeling warrior. Diluvium does as his lord commands him. "Seeing as how you have served me better than that fool Sauron, I will make you my new second-in-command. Arise, Diluvium, lord of Gondor!" "Thank you, my lord. You will not regret this," Diluvium promises him. Hearing these words make him thinks of how he became the student of Morgoth, long, long ago…
Long Ago
It was the time when men first appeared in Middle-earth. Almost all of them had yet to choose a side. However, one of them has decided to do just that. A young man is walking, alone, towards Angband, home of the dark lord Morgoth. When he reaches the gates, three balrogs are there to greet the newcomer. The one in the lead speaks up.
"Who are you? Why are you here? What do you seek from Lord Morgoth?" Gothmog demands. "I am Diluvium. I wish to be taught from him," he tells the balrog. At first Gothmog looks at Diluvium as if he is crazy. Then the balrog, along with his two companions, start to laugh. "You? Become his student? Oh that is funny! Run home now, before you regret it!" Diluvium simply stands his ground, refusing to be either hurt by the mocking or driven off by fear. After laughing for a few minutes, the three balrogs notice that the boy has refused to move. Before Gothmog can hack him with his ax or whip him with his whip, another, taller, figure passes the gates.
"At ease, Gothmog. Now, what do you want child?" The voice of Morgoth commands him. "I wish to be taught by the master, oh mighty Morgoth," Diluvium says to the tall figure. Upon hearing these words, Morgoth chuckles. "Hmmm, I must admit, you are a bold one. But why do you want me to be your teacher?" "Because, all mighty one, you are the most powerful Valar ever! I wish to be taught by the master, you," he answers truthfully. "Good, then follow me. We have work to do now, my student," Morgoth says as he turns and goes past the gates into his own realm. "Yes, my teacher. You will not regret your choice!" Diluvium says as he and the balrogs follow Morgoth inside. Once they are inside, the huge gates slowly close behind them.
Present Day
Diluvium brings himself back to the present."What do we do now, my lord? Should I assemble our armies?" He asks Morgoth. The dark lord shakes his head and walks towards the edge of the ninth level of Minas Tirith. Diluvium is right behind him, awaiting for his lord's orders. "Not yet. First, have all our outposts send reports to here on their current condition. Also send a Nazgul to Mordor to start making more troops, including that crazed wizard who was in Isengard troops, those 'uruk-hais.' After that, we will make a plan after these steps are done. Also, tell the Nazgul to have an elite guard stationed at all times at the entrance to that 'Mount Doom.' You are dismissed." Diluvium bow and start to leave. "Yes, my lord," Diluvium says as Diluvium leaves to do his masters bidding. Another memory overtakes him. One of the last ones before the fall of his lord.
Past
"What is thy bidding, my master?" Diluvium ask as he kneels before his teacher. "Arise, my pupil. There is one more task I have for you to do. Follow me," Morgoth commands the man. As the two walk through the fortress of Angband. "So, my teacher, what is this task you want me to do?" Diluvium ask his teacher.. "I have a feeling that soon, this fortress will be under siege. If this is by the Valar, then it will fall. I want to have a loyal servant or two left just in case," Morgoth starts to explain to his student.
Diluvium is confused by these words. "But master, I am bound to a simple short life. How can I help you if I am dead by the time you fall?" Morgoth chuckles at this rather morbid thought. "You must have forgotten, Diluvium. I have planned for that," he assures his student. Diluvium falls silent at that.
Soon they arrive at the deepest chamber of the iron fortress. Morgoth opens the door and leads his prodigy into the chamber. In the center of the room lies a stone pedicel, and on it is a ring made of blue stone. The two walk over to it. Morgoth picks up the ring and shows it to Diluvium.
"This," he says, "Is a ring of power. It grants the user long life and improves their reflexes." He then places the ring in Diluvium's hand. "I am giving you this ring to allow you to carry out your mission. Now go," Morgoth commands the new ring bearer. Diluvium bows deeply, then leaves the room to carry out his orders.
Present
Once again Diluvium shakes himself back to the present. H e has no time for memories right now. He continues walking, starting the first steps towards their goals. Middle-earth will soon be forever under the control of darkness.
MorgothII: And finished. Another chapter done. As always, both R&R and more importantly, enjoy!