Author's Note: Because there seem to be several people with the wrong notion, I want to clear something up. Jareth and Sarah are not siblings. Ormond may treat Jareth like a son but they aren't actually related.

Chapter 21

(Hard to say goodbye)

The rain had subsided during the night but Sarah had insisted Jareth wait 'til morning before sending her friends off to whatever new life they would find. An hour after dawn they stood just outside the Labyrinth but still within the Goblin Kingdom.

Sarah smiled genuinely at her friends. She was amazed at how fast Ludo and Sir Didymus' hair had re-grown. She wondered if perhaps it wasn't the magic of the underground that had caused their once shaved bodies to be covered in fur in such a short period of time. Anyone that didn't know would never guess the injuries they had sustained just two weeks ago. The fur was as thick as it had been before.

The only one who showed signs of torture was the Dwarf. Hoggle had a scar that went across his nose. As much as she didn't want to believe it the dark haired girl was sure it had been done on purpose. For whatever reason, Jareth seemed to be jealous of her friendship with Hoggle.

Knowing this would be the last time Sarah would see her friends the girl took a step toward them to say goodbye.

"Just where do you think you're going?" The Goblin King inquired. "They are free as you requested, but you are mine."

"I'm just going to tell them goodbye," Annoyed at the arm that had snaked itself around her waist. "I'll never see them again."

"True, but that isn't part of our agreement." He replied calmly. Sarah looked at him less than pleased. The king snaked his other arm around her and pulled her back against him. Sarah internally groaned feeling evidence of his arousal for her. "You'll please me an additional two hours." Jareth whispered suggestively in her ear. "Won't you." It wasn't a question.

Sarah closed her eyes and nodded. There was no point in refusing. He'd have her anyway. Reluctantly the King released his bride.

"Sawrah." The beast said sadly. Ludo may appear to be less than intelligent to most but the dark haired girl knew better. Ludo's eyes were sad and regretful. While he was a simple creature, he knew his friend was sacrificing herself in an attempt to save him and his companions.

"It's okay Ludo. Find a new home and be happy," Sarah said trying desperately not to cry. She was thrilled to know her friends would be safe but the thought of never seeing them again tore at her heart. "Be free." Sarah hugged the large furry creature and with a kiss to his cheek she pulled away.

Slowly she turned her attention to her faithful knight. "I'm honored to have been friends with you Sir Knight."

"My Lady. What has thou done to spare us?" The fox creature asked with concern.

Sarah smiled at him but did not respond to his question. "Be safe, free, and happy." She hugged the valiant knight. A kiss to his cheek and she released him. The fox looked at her with sadness and admirance. "Thank you." The fox gave a respectful nod understanding the words she did not say. The dark haired girl appreciated his friendship and loyalty towards her.

Last but not least the teenage girl turned her attention on Hoggle. Sarah wanted to cry at the sight of the scar. "It ain't nothin, Missy," Hoggle told her. "You done gone and made yourself suffer more than we ever would. We ain't worth what you done to save us."

"You're worth far more than you realize," Sarah told him. "Thank you for everything." Forgetting Jareth was even there she hugged the dwarf tightly. "I will miss you."

"I believe that will suffice." An angry voice said.

Sarah looked over to see the Goblin King looking at her and the dwarf with angry narrowed eyes. It was clear he was not pleased with the display before him.

"Goodbye Hoggle." She barely put her lips to his cheek when Jareth grabbed hold of her yanking her away from the dwarf.

"You are here by banished. Should you ever decide to step foot in my kingdom again you will be killed!" The King sneered as he held roughly to Sarah's wrist. "Go!" The three traitors looked at their lady hesitantly.

"Goodbye," Sarah sad sadly. The trio nodded and she watched as they entered another kingdom and walked slowly away to their freedom.

While her heart broke at the loss of her friends, she was glad they were free.

Still holding her wrist tightly the King vanished taking his small entourage with him.

Hoggle, Didymus, and Ludo entered the lands of the light elves and disappeared into the trees. They hadn't walked far when they came upon a sight they never thought they would ever see. Standing before them in white robes was the Seelie High King. The Prince of Dreams at his side.

"Young Sarah has sacrificed herself to save you," King Oberon stated. "Will you return the favor?"

"Does though intend to help our fair maiden?" Sir Didymus inquired in open hope.

"Indeed," Prince Darien confirmed. "We are in your need to do this."

"We'd do anything to help the little lady," Hoggle replied against his cowardly nature.

"Save Sawah."

"Yes kind beast. We will Save Sarah," King Oberon agreed. "Come." The three traitors didn't hesitate and went with the king that would help their friend.