Translations:
Ar'd ema dalem ish'ala ga - I'd have killed them all
Ir abelas - I'm sorry
Ne'emma lath. Ma ane emma - My one love. You are mine.
Tel'pala I em - Do not play with me
Ar Tel'harel vhenan - I do not trick, my heart
Ma lath em - You love me
Pala ma - Fuck you
Ma nuvenin, ma'arlath - As you wish, my love
On era'vun - Good night.
It had been four days since they last spoke, she avoided him as best as she could, waiting until the others showed up so she could discuss a plan to remove the veil without completely eradicating every other species. The elves, Dorian, Bull and Vivienne had arrived yesterday afternoon, she would have preferred to hold the meeting then, but seeing the shape of them all, she decided to give it a night. Sighing to herself she threw on her black tunic, it had red trim on the edges and snaked up around her neck leaving her arms and back bare, slits on either side came up just above her hips. She untangled her hair, letting it fall in curls around her shoulders. Throwing on the black cloak, she reached into the hidden pouch, taking out an earring. It was a small hoop, from it were 3 green beads that dangled and at the end was a small silver bell, it had small, intricate designs, it was in the shape of a tear drop. She put it back through the tip of her right ear, the bell sounding like the sweetest music. She smiled before putting a silent barrier around it so only but her could hear it, deciding against shoes, she made her way to the war room, her feet barley making any noise against the stone.
Peering into the war room, she saw she was the first one in. She walked over to the large map that laid on the giant table, grabbing a pen, she looked over the map. She put small x's on the spots where she closed rifts couple years ago. The bell gave a soft jingle, making her peer up through her lashes. They started walking into the room, staying silent they made their way around the table, Solas, the last to walk through. She made one more x on the map before fully looking up. Pointing at the map she spoke.
"All these are where we closed rifts across Thedas. Including the Breach in Haven." She watched as they looked over the map. "These area's didn't just open just because. They opened because the veil is slightly weaker in these parts. Mind you, they were violently opened, causing spirits to turn into demons."
"The spirits cannot adjust to sudden change like that, it is to overwhelming for them." She raised an eyebrow at Solas.
"I'm well aware, but do you recall that your plan is to destroy it completely? The spirits would spiral out of control and no peaceful one would remain."
"Ar'd ema dalem ish'ala ga….." His face dropped, his eyes widened.
"Yes. You would have done nothing. What I'm suggesting is easier."
"Open them. Carefully. Let spirits come on own. Will not turn. Take time." Cole spoke from the corner of the room, a small smile across his face. "We would be free."
"That's right Cole." She looked back at Solas. "You could bring back the elvhen, without the bloodshed."
"I'll send word out. I'll have my people ready at most of the locations." Leliana gave a small bow before leaving, Josephine following behind.
"I'll reach out to Tevinter, ask any mages to come." Dorian gave her a small smile. "Hey Bull, you think the chargers would mind helping them out?" Bull walked with him.
"I don't see it being a problem, though they will expect payment." He laughed as he nudged Dorian who gave a pout before joining his laugh.
The rest soon followed, talking amongst themselves, planning trips and managing groups. Soon it was just her and Solas in the room, but she didn't meet his eye, instead she jotted down a few notes then made her way to the door only to have him lightly grab her arm.
"Ir abelas." She jerked her arm out of his reach.
"You're sorry? We could have figured this out two fucking years ago! Instead, you run off with your tail between your legs, literally and figuratively." He scoffed at her.
"Are you really going to make jokes?" She turned and crossed her arms.
"Yes. It is better than punching you in the face is it not?" He bared his teeth slightly, small growl escaping only making her laugh. "Really? Back to the growling?"
"You assume that I am not already angry with myself!"
"You are only angry because you did not think of this plan, you did not THINK." He snapped, his voice low but the growl now fully escaped.
"There are many reasons I am angry, there is only one that pains me." His eyes darkened as he looked at her, but she held his gaze. She let herself sound sarcastic and annoyed.
"Oh please, do tell." She waved a hand at him, giving a slight curtsey. He just stood there, staring at her. After a couple minutes she sighed. "I have things to do. Talk to me or don't. You know where the study is." With that she turned, walking away from him and making her way to the tavern. It has been to long since she had a drink, she saw Varric in the hall.
"Hey Varric."
"Hey Sparky."
"Still with the nickname huh?"
"Yup."
"Tavern?" He eyed her suspiciously before nodding.
"I'll grab Dorian and Bull." She made her way out, only catching a glimpse of Solas before leaving the building. She made her way town the steps, stopping and saying hello to a few villagers. Finally walking into the Tavern, she waved at the bar keep and made her way to the far corner where they used to sit after long trips. The bar keep brought her 3 bottles along with a couple mugs. He then brought her a larger bottle, placing it in front of her.
"Mackay's. Best stuff we have, it's on the house." He gave her a soft smile before heading back around the bar. Soon Bull, Dorian, and Varric joined her. Dorian and Varric sat beside her as Bull pulled up a chair resting his feet on the bench. She poured them all a drink.
"What are we toasting to Boss?"
"How about to jackass gods?" She laughed at Dorian.
"To gods thinking they know everything." They raised their glasses downing the shot.
- MANY hours later (Sun has set again) -
"I, I, I think. Shhhh! I think that, that, umm, what?" They all laughed at Dorian causing him to pout. "I'm, I'm c-calling it!" He stood on wobbly legs, Bull catching him as he started to fall.
"Common Mage, I'll take ya back." He waved at them as he lifted Dorian over his shoulder, making them all laugh again.
"Callin a night Sparky?" Varric's cheeks were red, but he smiled at her. She grabbed the half filled bottle of Mackay and stood.
"Nope, be-better idea." He only shook his head, taking another shot.
"See ya in the morn' then."
She gave a nod and slowly made her way back. Stumbling a few times on the steps making her giggle. She finally pushed through the big door and walked down the hall. She was making her way back to her quarters when she saw the Study door open, a small flicker of light came from the room. Thinking it over, she pushed her way through, finding Solas nose deep in another book at his desk. She watched him from the archway, taking another swig from the bottle.
"Have you come to talk?" She pushed herself away from the archway, making her way over to his desk, sitting on the edge looking down at him, her head slightly cocked to the right letting her hair fall to the side, she placed the bottle in front of him. "I don't drink." He kept his eyes in the book, she rolled her eyes and reached for the book, taking it from him she placed it on the far end of the desk. He sighed, looking up at her raising an eye brow. She picked up the bottle, taking a sip, not breaking eye contact. She licked her lips and held the bottle out for him. He shook his head, taking the bottle, he drank. "Happy?" She smiled.
"Be right back." She got up and disappeared, moments later she returned with another bottle. "Secret stash." It was a bottle of West Hill Brandy. She popped the cork, taking another sip. Looking at him to do the same. He sighed and drank with her. She moved her way to the couch, bringing her legs up to the side, her head resting on her head, fingers lacing through her hair as she watched him.
"Are you going to talk?" She stared at him a moment longer, another smile across her face. Pointing at the bottle he held.
"You have to catch up."
"I don't have to do anything." He tilted his head, but he took another sip.
"Mmmm, you say that…." They sat like that as she watched him drink. He placed the empty bottle on his desk. Slowly she stood, walking over to him. She made her way around the desk, leaning against it she stood beside him. Handing him the other bottle. When he didn't take it, she raised an eyebrow, taking a slow sip. She handed him the bottle again, licking the remaining drop that lingered on her bottom lip. He took it, watching her as he did so. When he was done, he placed the bottle on his desk, beside the other one. He gently took her arm, bringing her slowly onto his lap in the chair. She placed an elbow on his one shoulder, the other stayed on her lap. She lowered her voice, looking over his face and playing with his hair. "Tell me. Was I just a toy to play with?" She watched as anger flickered across his face, but she paid no attention, twirling his hair in her fingers. "You've given me nothing but vague answers. I at least deserve the truth. A simple, honest answer, no trickery." She watched him. When he didn't speak she went to stand, but has hand gripped her hip keeping her there. She rolled her eyes and reached for the bottle again, taking a massive swig, a small amount trickled out from the corner of her mouth, and down her chin, it was making its way down her neck when his tongue caught it. She let out a small gasp. His tongue came up and stopped at her chin before he pulled back. His finger lightly turned her head so she was facing him, his eyes were dark, his voice low and almost a growl.
"Ne'emma lath. Ma ane emma."
"B-" He kissed her with such force she dropped the bottle so she could grab a hold of him, his arm shot out catching it, breaking the kiss, he sat back a smiled at her. She glared at him, holding the collar of his tunic, she whispered in his ear. "Tel'pala I em."
"Oh? But I thought we were playing games. Da'len." His eyes darkened as he took a swig. His watched her. "You come to me, bringing this." He waved the bottle in her face. "Ar tel'harel vhenan." Her gripped tightened on his collar.
"No, you just abandon. You tell people what they want to hear in order to fill your pride." Her words dripped venom as she looked at him, though he just kept smiling.
"Ma lath em, no?"
"Pala ma Solas." He placed the bottle on the ground next to the chair. He brushed her hair away from her face, his hand resting at the back of her neck. His eyes darkened so they were almost black. She glared at him, watching every move he made, her hands still on his collar. He only smiled be brought her head down, moving so his lips were inches away from hers.
"Ma nuvenin, ma'arlath."
He crashed their lips together. The kiss was hard and hungry, she could hear the low growl in his chest as he pulled her closer with his left arm. His right hand roaming up her thigh, nails digging into her skin letting a soft moan escape her lips. His tasted like the whiskey and brandy, the earthy tones mixed with the sweetness of honeysuckle. He moved his way down her neck, stopping at the nape of her neck, her voice was raspy and low.
"Solas… I swear, you-" He bit down on her neck interrupting her, another moan escaped her unwillingly and she could feel him smiling against her skin. He then slowly feathered kisses up her neck, making his way back to her mouth. His hand now reached her hip, he brought it around and let his nails drag up her spine causing her to arch into him, making her moan into his mouth. He then brought his hand down, his fingers brushing against her inner thigh while his left hand sprawled against her bare back, keeping her on the chair. Her arms wrapped around his neck, bringing him closer as her fingers tangled in his hair. Her ear twitched making the bell go off, the door opened making her duck her head into his neck. She could feel him give a soft chuckle, he did not move either of his hands, the desk concealed most of what they were doing.
"Sol- Oh, sorry, I did not mean to interrupt." It was Leliana who spoke. His voice appeared normal, though his fingers inched closer to her core, she hissed into his neck, but he kept going as he spoke.
"What can I help you with?" He slowly rubbed her nub in circles, she choked back the moan and he acted as though she was merely hugging him.
"Is she alright?" She could hear her taking steps closer to them.
"Yes, we are just… catching up as you would say." She moved her head ever so slightly so her mouth was at the base of his ear, she gave it a soft nibble, making him hitch his breath ever so slightly, it stilled his fingers for a brief moment before he continued. In slow movements she kissed from his ear down his neck, making her movements look as though she is just snuggling into his neck, when she got to the vein in his neck, she bit him. His body tensed for a moment, his hand digging into her back.
"Oh, well, I would like to discuss the tent arrangements when you have a moment."
"We can discuss it in the morning, I assure you. The inquisitor has had a little to much to drink so I will escort her to her quarters."
"Certainly, Good night."
"Good night." She heard the door close again, at that chance she scrambled out of his grasp, spinning to look at him, though his lust filled smile just looked at her. He brought his right hand up to his lips, licking them. Her eyes widened and she felt her cheeks go hot, earning a deep chuckle from him. "Seems we forgot the door." He tilted his head to the side, watching her. She approached him again, bending down to him, her hair falling over her shoulder touching his chest. She leaned in, as though to kiss him before pulling back, bringing the bottle back up to her lips, she coyly smiled at him, backing away towards the door. He raised an eyebrow at her, she opened the door and headed to her quarters, maneuvering around the large crowd that was now gathered in the hall. Most were drunk and did not pay attention to her, to which she was thankful for. Getting tired of moving around the amount of people, she allowed herself to fade step, quickly closing the distance to her door. Glancing behind her, she saw Solas leaning against the archway of the study at the far end of the hall, she pressed her back to her door, pushing it open with her foot, she kept her voice low, but let it travel to his ears.
"On era'vun, Solas." She gave the smallest head nod before disappearing into her chambers.
She overlooked the balcony, she was feeling so many emotions and she hated that she couldn't hold onto the anger she felt for him. All he had to do was look at her the way he used to and her heart just melted. That sort of power he had over her terrified her. After this long, how was that fair? He didn't see that his actions were wrong, just that he had no other choice. Her mind went in circles, after awhile, she gave up and crawled into the bed, feeling the warmth from the sheets around her. She looked out and watched the dark clouds roll by as her eyes began to shut.
What was she going to do now?