Chapter 17 - The wedding of the Spear of Vengeance.
Our time in this land has been eternal, we can't see the time, for us it's all the same...treason, betrayal and vengeance, little we care about the matters of the living, only when the good are wounded, only when the innocent cry we shall appear, our cause isn't just, we know that much, we know revenge won't solve everything...but...we give their tortured souls a chance to find peace, even if they have to spend eternity with us...
Yes...We are strong...Vengeance...over the ages we have seen empires rise and fall and yet Vengeance is always present...from Kings to pawns, they always ask for our services...and we shall fulfill them...we shall punish those who sinned in behalf of their own selfish desires...yes...we are strong...and each passing day we grow stronger...this world is damned to repeat the same vicious circle...over and over again...
Yes...we remember...The Shadow Isles...they used to be such a wonderful place...it was his fault...he used to be a great king...but the death of his wife made him go crazy...he just couldn't accept the love of his life leaving him forever...he was desperate...he begged for a miracle...We couldn't refuse...we were family...he was our king...he needed our help...
We traveled around the world...we remember little about that...but...we remember this place...the Blessed Isles...they gave us what we were looking for...We hurried back to our king with good news...but we were late...by the time we reached his magnificent kingdom he was nothing but a shadow of the man he used to be...a shadow twisted with madness...chasing the ghost of something long gone...
He attacked the Isles...we begged...we tried to stop him...and when he was desperate for a shoulder...he came...that damned knight...he was the one who betrayed us...his spear is still in our chest...his name was Hecarim...now we know him as the Shadow of War...Our king did something unforgivable...he toyed with powers he couldn't understand...he cursed his life...his army...and the entire Isles...when we woke up...our past was gone...our memories were dying...the woman we...I used to be rotted and became the Lady of Vengeance...this is who i...who we are...Kalista...
And now we walk the unlife path...we seek for a purpose we don't want...we are corrupted...our fate has been sealed...forever bathed in rage...forever killing...forever striking...we are...The Spear of Vengeance...We will never stop...Betrayal will never stop...everyone is unpure...we have seen it...Everyone lies...
But then...He came...he appeared here...trapped in the midst of "The Harrowing"...he came to us...a creature of another dimension...his form was wicked...his powers were frightening...the others wanted to use him...and yet...his soul was pure...he just wanted to witness the wonders of this ugly world...he was wounded in the process...he was doomed...we gave him the chance to punish those who killed him...he chose his doom...for those he met...for everything he learnt...he was the best humanity has to offer...
Yes...He was something we forgot...something we used to believe in...deep within our wrath...there was hope...me hoped one day we would find proof that there's more than just killing in this forsaken race...not a man neither a woman...but a monster...he showed us...he reminded us...what we used to believe in...yes...he was just like him...a good man...
Something awoke...our death heart skipped a beat...we knew what to do...he needed to live...not only on his mission...but for us...we needed him...on that day...I felt something I never felt as a human...I felt the need...I felt the lust...I felt love...yes...we needed him...one way or another...we saved him...we tied his destiny with ours...we gave him immortal life...a life he could spend with us...for the first time in our unlife...we felt happy...we felt at peace...we felt alive...
And now the fated day has come...with our souls connected we decided to take his hand...wait...his...limb?...yes...his limb in sacred marriage, at first the warlords of The Shadow Isles were furious, especially that stupid pony, he wanted his new killing machine so bad, but we received unexpected back-up, The Deathsinger offered to lead the wedding, and The Iron Revenant offered to be the groomsman...that was unexpected...We guess there is some humanity in them yet...
So here We are...In front of the castle of the man we used to look up to...this became his temporal house until our wedding ended...he was eager to continue his journey across the land, we agreed, no matter where he went, we will be forever one, he doesn't know though, it seems he is kind of clumsy with these matters, we find that kind of cute...
We were stopped by The Shepherd of Souls...
- What is the meaning of this, Shepherd of Souls? - We demanded.
- I'm Sorry, Kalista, Karthus orders - He answered bored.
- We want to see our husband, you can't stop us, move or we shall pierce your death heart.
- EMPTY TREATS - The maiden mocked from afar.
- Now, Now, don't be such a party popper - The Deathsinger said appearing behind me.
- Deathsinger, We demand and explanation, why are we not allowed to see our husband?
- Future husband - He corrected - well, there is this thing called "customs" apparently the couple can't see each other before the ceremony...and please, it's Karthus, "Deathsinger" is too damn long.
- I would like to be called Yorick - The Shepherd of Souls whispered.
- I AM THE MAIDEN.
-Yes, we know - Karthus said glaring at the ghost - Now, get lost! You scare the flowers
- then, Death...Karthus, what are we supposed to do until the ceremony.
- I don't know..."girly things" maybe...go ask Mordekaiser, he is over there taking care of the stage, I mean he always has an answer for everything.
It seems the denizens are pretty excited about our wedding, I guess this is the first time something like this has happened, we reached the stage, to our surprise The Chain Warden was there, angry with himself, he wanted the soul of our husband more than anyone else...
- Chain...Thresh, have you seen Mordekaiser?
- Yes, he is on the back with Hecarim working in something - he snarled.
- You seem upset...
- No shit, Sherlock, I discovered that thing, his soul was supposed to be mine...and yet you take it for yourself, and you expect me to be all good and dandy?
- We apologize...We just...We thought...
- forget it - He said getting up-At least his soul is yours, there's a chance we can use him for something - he said leaving-...wait, catch... - He threw at us a small box-...well...you know...I'm busy so I won't be at the wedding...this is my gift though...and you know...be happy... - He finished disappearing into the fog.
We looked into the small box, there were two rings made of gold and diamonds, peculiar, who would have thought the warden had something like a heart? we decided to give the rings to The Iron Revenant, he was the groomsman, after all, we found him in the back, toying with a strange black box.
- Mordekaiser - We called-We have something for you.
- Wasn't I supposed to be the Iron Revenant? - he asked surprised
- Uhm...we apologize...we thought...
- It's fine - He chuckled - Mordekaiser it's my name after all.
- Oh...well the, have this please - We gave him the box - These are the rings, you should take care of them since you are the groomsman.
- Oh, thank you, now if you excuse me, I still need to take care of something...
- Wait, Thresh told us The Shadow of War is here, we wish to speak with him...
- Well...Hecarim should be back any minute...just wait for him here... - he said leaving.
Yes, The Shadow of War and Us had a little issue to solve, if We wanted to do have our wedding, we needed to close that chapter of our lives...no matter how painful it would be...
We heard that familiar gallop at the distant...it was time...
- MORDE...! - His voice boomed - ...I SWEAR TO GOD! I WON'T DO THIS! I WILL KILL...! - He stopped when he noticed our presence - Ah...Tch...whatever...
- Hecarim, Wait - He stopped clearly surprised at us - We...I came to finish what started many centuries ago...
- What do you mean? - He asked gingerly without looking back.
- We...I...forgive you...I forgive you - I finally said.
He stayed there, looking at the trees, I felt something in me, I felt a weight leaving me, I felt relieved, something that pierced my heart for so long...was gone...I was free...it took me so much...but at last...I was again the proud warrior of the past...
- hmph... - He finally said - ...you have grown...you are no longer the child who idolized his uncle...I can see you are a woman now...
- Took you a whole unlife to realize...
- Well, look at this...The Lady of Vengeance making jokes - he said turning around and laughing - ...you have changed...Kalista...
- We all have...you...me...and him...
- Hmph - he crossed his arms - ...are you...going to visit him?
- I have to...he is my family...he needs to meet my husband...
- AGH! - He yelled suddenly - now I have to do it...
- Do what?
- Forget it, you will see it at the end...I'll be on my way...and Kalista... - He looked at me straight into the eyes - ...I'm sorry...and thank you... - he finished running away.
We breathed in relief, we sat down, trying to understand what happened just now...what was happening to us? we were changing...but...was it for the best? I was the Spear of Vengeance...without that...what was I supposed to be...?
Out train of thoughts was interrupted by a strange presence...we readied our spear...there was something around us...
- Show yourself or taste our Spear!
- My, My...the little girl has become a strong woman...scary! - A voice mocked.
- where are you, coward? Show yourself.
- Look back.
We jumped backward as we felt a breath in our neck, in front of us there was a blue woman with ginger hair, her eyes were unnaturally golden, she was wearing a shameful amount of belts that covered only the important parts of her slutty body, what a terrible sight.
- Widowmaker - We hissed.
- oh, come on, don't be afraid, I would hate to see your beloved one turned into a widow without even reaching the altar - She said playfully.
- Your threats do not scare us, go away before I lose my patience...
- Well, what do we do, friend? this little kitten is a bit cranky.
- We can always play with her - A voice said behind us.
Suddenly we felt a restraint in our body, we looked down, webs were chaining us, leaving us vulnerable, we turned around and saw a woman with red hair and pale skin, she had several black limbs...like a spider.
- Spider Queen - we spat - Release me at once.
- Why would I? we just wanted to have a talk with you and suddenly you are really aggressive... - she said innocently
- End this nonsense and...wait...talk with us?
- Yes, you know, girl's talk - The Widowmaker said getting awfully close to us - Like, your husband has all the Warlords helping him and you, poor thing, you are on your own...so we thought we might give you a hand...like helping you pick a dress and... - she lowered her voice - ...your wedding night - she finished with a smile.
We blushed.
- W...wedding night?...we...we are not sure we should...
- Come on...-The Spider Queen interrupted - ...You are a woman now...you know what will happen in your honeymoon...right? Well, being the kind beings we are, we decided to guide you, since we know you are virgin...
- A VIR...HOW DID YOU KNOW THAT?!
- I can smell it-The Widowmaker said smiling - ..and, could you call us by our names? it's pretty damn annoying when you call me "Widowmaker".
- We've never called you that...HOW DID YOU KNOW?
- I read it...
- ...What?!
- Forget it - Elise said freeing us - ...listen here, you have no idea, we know that much, to be honest, we would like to help you but we know you will just freeze in place...so at least we will give you your "lucky" panties.
- ..."Lucky panties"?
- Yes - Elise said showing them to us - you only need to wear them...your husband will go crazy and you will have the best night of your life...well...unlife.
- But...these...these...THESE ARE NOTHING BUT STRINGS! THEY COVER NOTHING!
- Now you get it - Elise said patting our shoulder - Now, the panties alone won't do a thing if you please follow us...we will teach all the "techniques" you need for the night show...
- yes - Evelynn said hugging us - all of them...
We have a bad feeling about this...
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- You seem tired, Kalista.
- We had a...friendly reunion with the girls, Shep...Yorick.
- Really? I've never seen you get along with Eve and Eli.
-we were forced...
-I feel you...Hey, relax...everything will be fine...
- we know...but We can't help it...we didn't choose anything fancy, just Mordekaiser's cape...and the "lucky panties".
- I think you look gorgeous...wait, what do you mean with "lucky panties".
- DO NOT ASK! A LADY HAS HER SECRETS.
Suddenly we heard the music, it was time, we walked through the carpet, we didn't dare to look anywhere but straight, we were nervous and scared, we could see Evelynn and Elise cheering for us, so embarrassing, in front of me, Karthus stood tall and proud, I tried to look at my husband...but I couldn't We reached our spot and stayed there...looking at the front like a fool...
- Dear ladies and Gentlemen, we are here in the name of the death in order to witness these two... - Karthus began but we stopped hearing.
We felt the pressure in our body, Karthus keep talking but we couldn't understand a thing...maybe this was a bad idea...we can't possibly marry our husband...we are too different...I'm tainted with the blood of the damned...he is a pure soul trying to live in this cruel world...maybe I should...
- Hey...Kalista... - I heard Karthus said - ...It's time, turn around and look at your...husband - He snickered...why?
We looked at our husband and for the first time in our unlife used all of our strength in order to stay composed...
He was wearing a dress, a pure white dress and a veil that covered his eye, he was also holding a bouquet of flowers in his tentacles...pink roses...
-Please, don't laugh - he begged - I told them this was a ridiculous idea...I mean...I'm not even human...why do I have to be the bride in this?
-Sorry, Vel'Koz, but the size was perfect - Karthus lied, he then scoffed - And now, the bows, Vel'Koz do you accept this woman in holy marriage, to love her and respect her, in...health and in sickness...-Everyone present laughed-yes, yes, good one...I mean...Until...you know what? screw this? do you accept this woman as your wife?
- I... - He turned to Mordekaiser - What was the answer again?
- "I do" - Mordekaiser whispered.
- I do - Our husband repeated.
- I won't said the whole thing - Karthus snarled - Kalista, do you wish to marry this...octopus? Voidling?...Whatever...do wish to marry Vel'Koz?
- We...I Do.
- Well, with the power granted to me by none other than myself I declare both of you...husband and wife...Kalista, you can kiss your husband.
I took away the veil, he was scared, I could see it, he was looking everywhere nervously, so cute.
- Hey - I whispered caressing him - Don't be afraid...Trust me...
- I...will
I smiled and kissed him, I heard everyone cheer behind us, Karthus yelled something about rice and I felt it falling around me, I grabbed my husband and ran to our carriage that was waiting outside, pulled with the most beautiful...
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No way.
- Marriage is magic - Hecarim said.
- You...You... - I stuttered
- If you say something Imma onslaught the shit out of your ass...now, get on before I change my mind!
Well, this was a surprise, we entered the carriage and waved at the crowd and after a while, we left...
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Only to return after a while...
- Hecarim...What is the meaning if this? - we demanded to know.
- Mordekaiser's idea, it seems he planned something special for you.
- What do you mean?
- look - we heard our husband say - The stage...has changed...
He said the truth...the altar was gone...there were more chairs and a red curtain covered the stage...we could also feel something strange...every undead was looking at the curtain with awe...waiting for something...suddenly...the stage exploded...we heard a strange instrument being played...we heard the cry of the damned...the undead came to life...they yelled...excited by the music...it was mayhem...the curtain burned and Mordekaiser appeared with a red instrument in his hands...he was wearing...well...not wearing but his chest plate was gone...at his side Karthus painted his face and was the one yelling, Yorick was also there with an instrument similar to Mordekaiser's...and last a Beared man...hitting some strange drums with a pair of sticks...
- THE TIME HAS COME! THE ERA OF METAL HAS BEGUN! - Mordekaiser's Voice boomed - AFTER DEVASTING WITH THEIR EAR-SPLITTING RIFFS AND GROUND-POUNDINGS RHYTHMS! THE METAL MONOLITH THAT IS PENTAKILL HAS FINALLY REACHED OUR SHORES! BUT PENTAKILL'S NOT JUST IN YOUR EARS, DESTROYING YOUR MINDS! EITHER WAY! CRANK THE VOLUME UP TO 11 AND GET YOUR METAL HANDS READY! BECAUSE IT'S TIME TO ROCK OUT!
We looked in disbelief as the undead started dancing, jumping, fighting, cursing and dying again...I looked at my husband...he seemed...excited?
- Husband, do you like it?
- It's...impressive! I've haven't heard such power in the music, Valoran has no such thing...It's amazing...I'm curious...Can I go and watch?
- Only if you take me with you? - I said grabbing his limb with my hand.
- I...Always-He said embarrassed.
I Smiled as we headed towards the show.
- COME ONE, MY DEAR "NUMERO 1°"! - Mordekaiser yelled - LET'S SHOW THIS SCRUBS THE TRUE POWER OF BRAZIL, YOU ONLY NEED TO CLICK ONCE, FOOL!