Fantasy Hallowed Voyage

[Purize]

I gave him a sympathetic look."By all means.." I said softly. "I think i'll stay in my attire, however." I realized that my things and change of clothes were still hanging on some hat rack in the ballroom... Along with my sword. Shit.


Despite my discomfort, I smiled politely and continued to follow him along. I did take in the scene around me, though. The interior of the palace was as grand as the outside. The tiniest details and decorations giving everything its own character and charm.

 

[Brendanfp]

This was it. I finally had the audience of Oracle. I had been seeking this moment for at least a two centuries, I honestly lost count. The parlor room was lavish, but not as over the top as the rest of the palace. The Oracle took a seat in an arm chair, that truly made me aware of how old she truly was. She was gestured to a love seat that sat adjacent to her own seat. I obeyed her subtle command sat down trying my best not to offend her.


"Now then. What was it specifically you wanted to speak to me about in regards to the war and the demon Levia?" She got to the point quick, not missing a beat. The guards behind her stood silently, and their amours reflecting the red glow of the fire.


"Where to start, well first there is this", I pulled the Amulet from under my crimson shirt and held it out by the obsidian chain. "This is an artifact of Demon Levia, and after I acquired it some couple hundred years ago I've been cursed, which accounts for my appearance." I didn't know if I should keep going or wait for her reaction, but I couldn't help but keep going. "My magic was robbed from me, and all I am left with is the tainted magic of the Demons." My eyes pleaded with her. "The demon, Levia he speaks to me. He taunts me, and sends me cryptic dreams, and worse yet he can even influence my emotions." Tear begun to well up in my eyes, "Please Oracle save me, give me the answers I seek."

 

[BugDozer73]

We got to my room, and the guards nodded, acknowledging me, before moving aside. I stepped into the dark room and couldn't make out too much. I hoped the darkness would keep me from embarrassing my guest. I dropped my robes, and unbelted my sash, quickly removing my clothing until I was dressed solely in under garments. I rooted around in the closet and thew on a cotton shirt, a pair of worn leather pants, some sailor boots, my satchel, and my sword. I was quick, and was relieved at the relatively painless transition from king costume to comforting cloth. As I turned to gather up my guest and leave, I noticed a shape in my bed. I leaned in, and caught myself from yelling as a glimmer of moonlight revealed the face of the imp named Ifrit. I pushed my anger aside and turned, exiting the room.


"I have some place in particular I would like to go, if you would humor me." Without waiting for a response, I once again took her soft hand in my own, and continued down the hall, in a slightly rushed stride. In but a minute, we turned left in one of the many doors before exiting the palace onto a quiet balcony. Two fountains stood next to the door, filling the night air with the soothing sound of trickling water. Ivy crawled down the walls and edge, and the view was of the small lights dotting the city, beneath even more dotting the sky. It was so gorgeous, it looked as if the town were a reflection of the sky, painted upon the seas surface. I myself had never been on this balcony before, but had noticed it from the temple.


I turned and flashed her an unguarded smile. I put down all the walls, and let the past Thorin emerge in the secret sanctity of the night air.


"It beautiful isn't it? One of the few things that makes my short time here more than just a responsibility"


I let her hand slowly fall from mine, turning to take in the view. To the left, high in the tip of the mountain was the statue of my mother, staring over the city, and reminding me that even though everyone loved me, I still had no friends and no true leads on my original goal, beyond the fact that I was, in fact, her son.


I leaned against the balcony and sighed. I was tired of it all.

 

[Purize]

The tiniest crack of uneasiness cracked through the Oracle's mask of indifference. She sat forward a bit, studying the artifact more carefully. She could feel the evil it exuded. Behind her, the guards stiffened and she ignored them. "The Amulet of Levia." She said calmly and raised her eyes to Ali. She took in his features more carefully. His eyes, his hair... "How did you happen upon this artifact, Ali?" She spoke quietly and soothingly.

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I waited outside his door as he changed, smiling nervously at the guards that I waited with. When he rejoined me, I exhaled in relief... until he took my hand again that is. I felt like I was suddenly being dragged everywhere by an excited child wanting to show his partner all the exhibits at a fairground.


We finally arrived at our destination, and a small gasp escaped me as I took in the view from the balcony. I stared for a moment, but when Thorin flashed me a completely unfiltered, real smile, I couldn't tell which view was more breathtaking. Though, his words caught me from my trance.


"Short time here...?" I repeated as I followed his gaze back over the sparkling city.


He dropped my hand and sighed, seeming to deflate from his happiness and I felt my own guard waver a bit.


"You plan on leaving then." I said, though it wasn't a question. I knew he didn't plan to stay here. Even I, a stranger, could tell this all wasn't for him. "I wouldn't blame you." I continued, with a sober, knowing smile. "I'd leave too."


I did leave too...

 

[BugDozer73]

Her words were of little comfort.


What could she know of the position I was in?


I lifted my head a little, avoiding Auroras gaze.


"Yeah... yeah I can't stay. Im not meant to be a king. Its just not what I want, not to mention I have no experience. The people deserve someone who can help them. Im only 25! I don't have the courage or patience to do this."


I didn't want to put my problems on her. But she already knew I wasn't a king. And I needed someone to talk to.


"Wanna know what happened?" I turned around and faced her, to look in her eyes as I spoke.


"I never knew my parents. I was raised on a ship, a pirate ship. I spent my entire life exploring the world, under the captains guidance, and with the family the crew became. I got to do and see so many things. Everything was ok.


But about a month ago, Greuwn told me the truth about my past. That my mother tricked a man, and I was the result. I don't even know if my fathers alive. And my mom? She made no effort to reach me. Gideon says that gods claim their children young, and spend lots of time with them, grooming them to be nobel. I was a mistake, made in the process of the most cruel trickery. I guess I'm lucky that I wasn't shackled from the begging; either way, I came here to find out the truth, and to confront her. I was hoping I would be able to contact her on her festival, but it didn't work out that way. Instead of talking to me, she blasted me with light and released her city of adoring fans to maul me. Now I'm supposed to lead them. And someone has to: people are suffering since the last ruler passed away, but Im no king, and I'm not ready to let go."


As I spoke, my words grew faster and faster, until I wasn't pausing to breath. I finally managed to stop, after I nearly suffocated. I felt a single tear well up in my eye, but I wiped it on my arm quickly, turning my back to the girl.


"Im sorry. I shouldn't have rambled like that."


I let my hand rise to the back of my neck and rub it: a thing I did when I was embarrassed, which wasn't often.


"Heh... I don't even know your name. You probably think Im crazy."


I paused, then turned around with a half smile.


"Say, what IS your name?"

 

[Brendanfp]

The Oracle's face twitched as she leaned over and lightly held the evil amulet in her hand. She had called it by name, and it made me wonder... how much did she really know about Levia. She stayed calm as ever, more calm than her guards in fact, who were beginning to show small signs of unease.


"How did you happen upon this artifact, Ali?" Her voice , was soft, calm, and reserved.


"I used to explore the ancient ruins around Zaria in my spare time", I begun. "I used to discover all sorts of neat and unique trinkets and treasures on my adventure, however this Amulet was no ordinary item. I found it behind, the magical seal of Aurora and upon cracking the seal I..." I stopped for a second to recompose myself. "I drew the Archdemon to my city, I brought him to my home. He wanted the Amulet, so bad but it had already bound itself to me." I wanted to stop talking so bad, but I couldn't keep anything from the Oracle.... not now. "He set a legion of the Purge Army to destroy my home, my family, my King... everyone was slaughtered, but that damn demon, he left me alive for some reason."


I sat in silence, thinking back on that day.


"It was all my fault. All of It."

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The door creaked open and there was a shuffling in the room. Ifrit could hear the sounds of fabrics as they rubbed up against on another. Just as she cracked her eyes her opened, she caught a glimpse of Thorin leaving the room in a hurry. She sat up in the bed, and stretched her aching essence.


"What was Sun Boy up too ?"

 

[Purize]

I listened to him vigilantly. The more I listened, the more I felt like I knew him, knew his story... but at the same time I really felt bad for him. It had to be tough having a god for a parent. Sure, one of mine was psychotic, and the other one was dead... but neither of them dictated my fate and path through life.


When I looked at him now, I didn't see the king of Akron. I saw Thorin the Pirate, Thorin the adventurer. I figured I could start treating him more like himself rather than an object of royalty... and that resolution made me ten times more comfortable to be in his presence, I noticed.


"Don't apologize Thorin. I may not be the best source of advice, but I sure don't mind listening." I gave him a soft, genuine smile. "For the record, my name is Fae. It's nice to meet you.... scallywag." My smile widened into a teasing grin.

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The Oracle leaned back again, listening to Ali's history, taking in every detail. She showed subtle signs of sympathy on her face, and hoped that Ezekiel wouldn't see. She was supposed to remain non-partial, but seeing Ali's pain made it difficult.


"Zaria" She said after a moment. "The ancient land of magic." She looked Ali over and nodded once slowly. He looked like a native of the desert kingdom. "And now that Amulet is bound to you... I'm sorry Ali, but I'm afraid that I'm not the one who can free you of your curse." Her expressions wavered with blips of emotion as images flashed before her. An island. Red Torri gates. Age-old beasts of scales and limitless knowledge. The Dragons of the island of Tu'ru.





Feeling a bit faint, the oracle leaned all the way back in her armchair, her eyes closed to slits. She placed a hand on her temple as if she had a minor headache. After a moment she opened her eyes. "I know who can tell you though..." She said, her voice as cool and level as ever despite her distant appearance.

 

[BugDozer73]

Fae... a beautiful name. It sounded like rain falling. I turned at her sassy remark, smiling uncontrollably.


"You know pirates don't actually call people scallywags, right? Thats just a dumb rumor sailors started spreading"


I couldn't help laughing, and I turned, relaxed, and sat on the bench beside Fae, patting the seat beside me to summon her presence. "What about you, Fae? Ive told you my lifes secret, and I just got your name. Hardly fair, if you ask me" I was enjoying this. For the first time in a while, my mind wasn't on the problems in my life.

 

[Purize]

I laughed along with him, glad that he responded well to my petty joke, and then accompanied him on the bench. It really was a beautiful night though. The stars shown overhead like the gods had spilled a bucket of small gems, and a cool breeze caressed against my skin soothingly.


At his inquiry I sighed and stared up at the shining sky. "You're asking about my life, hm?" I felt my emotional walls creeping back up, wary and protective. "There's not much to tell," I lied smoothly. I hated talking about myself. "I'm an adventurer... I take it you've been more places than I though." I chuckled, sleekly turning the subject back on him. "What's it like to sail?" I asked, my smile more polite now.


I learned that if you don't want to talk about yourself... people are usually more than happy to talk about themselves. Sometimes it's lonely...

 

[BugDozer73]

I felt her walls raise again. My face shrank in concern, but I avoided her gaze so she wouldn't catch it. I looked up at the stars and thought about all the nights in which I watched them from the crows nest. They seemed somehow less beautiful unaccompanied by the sound of the ocean churning beneath me.


"Sailing... well, its about as you would expect I guess... Its exhilarating, and freeing. It makes you feel so much bigger than you really are. Im still haunted by the smell of the salt and the constant breeze... the way my heart thrummed when we spotted a new island..."


I found myself missing the ocean more than ever. I stared lustfully at the distant shores, far below the rings of the city. I missed Nylea. I hoped she would forgive me.


"What about you? What do you do for fun? Tell me one of your stories, Fae."

 

[Purize]

I thought about it for a moment. I really didn’t want to divulge too much of my past. I didn’t want people to look at me differently if they knew who I really was… if they knew the weight behind my last name.


Even so, Thorin had opened himself up to me. He let his guard down and confided in me— a random stranger. So I felt as though I could trust in him as well. We were in the same predicament after all. We both had screwed up parents and wanted to leave our binds to aristocracy behind us.


I sighed, trying to relax and not be so uptight. “For fun?” I responded to him, “I love to read books… learning new things and reading about other people’s perspectives of the world is fascinating to me.” Even as I mentioned it, a dreamy smile played upon my face. “I used to live in a place that had a grand library… I would spend almost all of my time in there reading everything I could get my hands on.”


I leaned back in the bench seat, thinking about all the hours I’d spent with my nose in a book. “When I left, I started traveling around with one of my closest friends, Sayomi. She and I went everywhere together, and while I learned and saw so many new things, I missed reading my books. So, one day I woke up in an Inn that Sayomi and I were staying at temporarily, and Sayomi practically dragged me out of bed all excited about something, telling me to follow her. She wouldn’t tell me where we were going until we arrived... We were in a smaller city, Alderdeen, you may have heard of it, and she took me to the local library facility there. It wasn’t very big, but after months of travel and not reading a single book, except one I had taken from my previous residence, I felt at home. It was beautifully built and elegantly decorated. When you walked in and looked up you could see layers upon layers of walkways that wrapped all the way upwards, separating into several stories filled to the brim with bookshelves. Sayomi decided that we would just spend the whole day in the library reading.” I smiled, realized my eyes had teared up. I blinked them back and shook my head. “That day is one of my happiest memories.”

 

[BugDozer73]

Books....


I smiled shyly and commended her for her story telling.


"Your not going to tell her?"


Why would I tell her? What does it matter?


"Thorin, lots of people can't read. Its not your fault."


Adamine... It makes me feel stupid.


"Thorin... Ive only been mind melded with you for a few days, but Ive seen your memories, and your heart. Your not stupid.


Remember that time when you single handily saved the whole crew from the hydra by tricking it into drowning? You used your mind in a tough situation to gain the upper-hand and save your family. Being illiterate doesn't mean your stupid: It means you can't read."


.... I guess.. Can you read?


"No. You know, you've been sitting silently, having a telepathic conversation in front of your new Girlfriend. She's going to think your weird."


She's not my... ugh





My face flushed red really quickly, glowing in the night.


"Sorry, I was... lost in thought. Books are cool! I... love reading too! I even have this journal from my predecessor..."


I removed the leather book from my bag and handed it over to Fae.

 

[Brendanfp]

She sat through my entire story, without saying a word. Throughout my story, her face remained calm aside from brief moments of emotion which were few in number. What had made this girl mature so quickly and at such a young age.


"...I'm sorry Ali, but I'm afraid that I'm not the one who can free you of your curse."


I cringed. No that's impossible she was the Oracle a fountain of knowledge, a direct line to Tempus himself. How was it possible that she didn't know the answer to my curse. I was about to express my disdain for her answer, but all the sudden she let go of the amulet and feel back into her seat, closing her eyes. Oh, no what did I do. I looked over at the guards who didn't react, what was wrong with them, it was their job to check up on her. I was worried that my magic had harmed her, guilt and shame washed over me. I was about to reach out to her, however in an instant she was up again, her eyes fluttering open as if nothing had happened.


"I know who can tell you though..."


Was she messing with me, or was this some manner of trick ? I didn't care if it was wither, because at this point I had to trust what she said, she was the Oracle of coarse.


"Tell me who", I said calmly trying to hide the excitement behind my voice.

 

[Purize]

The Oracle straightened herself in her chair, resting her arms in her lap in a proper manner. "On the island of Tu'ru, there are dragons who tend to the world's greatest most vast source of knowledge. They have texts and scrolls and notes dating back to the beginning of the creation of Nymserine. There is also a substantial amount of knowledge and information on demon-kind. There, I believe you can find the help you seek."


She paused for a moment and lowered her head slightly, all the while staring at Ali. "I'm sorry I could not help you with your situation directly... I know a great deal of things my predecessors have passed down to me, but I myself still have much to learn, and Tempus continues to give me guidance." She sacrificed a sad smile for Ali before wiping the emotion from her face again. "Beyond what I've told you, however I don't think I can be of greater use to you."


Something about Ali bothered her, though she wouldn't admit it... The prophecy she had foreseen, the one that brought her to Akron in the first place, was still nagging at the edges of her mind, and she knew she needed to find the other two people in her vision. Perhaps he's one of them? She thought. She really just wished Tempus wouldn't be so cryptic and would tell her what she needed to know...

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I watched him a moment after an awkward silence took place after my story. That combined with his response, I wondered if he thought me odd for being a bookworm. When he handed me the journal though, I held it and looked it over. It looked time-worn, but well kept. "A journal from a past Champion of Aurora? Interesting..." My eyes lit up with excitement at the artifact before me. I opened the journal and flipped through the pages gingerly. "Wow..." I murmured under my breath as I read some of the entries. Then, I stopped as I stumbled upon a particularly interesting entry. I read it aloud:


"Journal Entry 594


East Melitus


26th of the Harvest Moon


The Darkness that has seeped into the land is elusive, to say the least. Even guided by Auroras guiding light, I am deceived in the location of the blight. The small goblin from earlier seems to have been honest with me, leading me to what appears to be an old abandoned ritual sight. Covered up spell circles of dark sermons and old black stones of casting are everywhere. There is a small stain of blood on a alter-like stone hedron. Indication of sacrifice? Beyond the seemingly elderly sight, there are "fresh" tracks, still remotely traceable. Next to the tracks are long sweeping brushes, like low hanging wings, but the shape of the sweeps removes the possibility of feathers.


As my journey continues, I find myself with more questions than answers: What has driven the darkness to begin to take shape? What forces are at work? I sense a darker force, nagging at the back of my mind, but I struggle to place face upon it. I will return to Harron with my findings, and commune with Aurora to further my search."


"Wow," I repeated, "This is really fascinating! Have you read all of this?"

 

[Brendanfp]

I took a while too take it all in. The island of Tu'ru he had heard of it before, and even dedicated a year to search for it. However much like the Oracle it was hard to track down, not just anyone could gain access to mother load of all knowledge, save Tempus him self. Great another anomaly to track down. I sank in my seat. There was also the matter of the dragons. Dragons were no new concept to me, I had raised, bred, ridden dragons before however the Dragons of Tu'ru were a different matter. At least I had direction now.


I got up from my seat and bowed to the Oracle.


"Thank you for the knowledge, O speaker of Tempus."


I raised from my bow, and made my way to the door. I would need to start my preparation to leave. I would just find Ifrit and thank the King for allowing me to stay in his home, then I could be on my way. The sooner I got away from that Thorin the better. I already had one foot out the door when I was stopped by a thought. I still had one more question for the Oracle, so I turned to look over my shoulder.


"Accuse my forgetfulness but I have one more question... how would I find the location of the Archdemon Levia. As you know he his commanding the war efforts of the Purge Army so he must be in our Realm... please tell me you know."

 

[BugDozer73]

"Eh-what? Oh, umm no. I just got it... I haven't had time. What with the ball and planning things. You know.."


I found my hand up on my neck once again, running nervously.


The night was aging slowly, the moon sliding into the apex of the sky.


A thought struck me.


"Hey, where is sayomi??"

 

[Purize]

The Oracle stood as Ali got up to leave. At his question, a puzzled look flashed across her face before disappearing. "The demon Levia doesn't stay in one spot, I'm afraid. If he was stationary the Imperial Army would have pinpointed him and acted by now... And even if I did know where he was at this precise moment, he would most likely hear my words through you and simply move."


The Oracle started to feel a bit worthless, like she wasn't being of much help, but even with all the texts and ancient scrolls Maxus shoved at her, she frankly did not know everything. Tempus didn't help with his vague answers and ambiguous visions...


She bowed her head to Ali, eliciting a small gasp from Ezekiel. "I apologize I couldn't tell you more, Ali." When she lifted her head again, her eyes were cold and determined. "I can tell you that you have a powerful destiny ahead of you. You are a part of something bigger than you quite realize..." Before she could elaborate further, her hand went to her temple again, her eyes squeezing closed.


"Strange..." She whispered. "I think I should find King Thorin..." She opened her eyes and looked at Ali apologetically. "You can accompany me if you like?"

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Instantly, I felt my inside tighten into knots and my heart began to ache painfully. I turned away from Thorin, not wanting him to see my sudden crestfallen expression. "She... um... I don't know, exactly. She just had to leave one day... she could tell me where she was going but promised to return. That was four years ago." I swallowed, trying to free the lumps in my throat.

 

[BugDozer73]

As she turned away from me, I felt concern wash over me. She seemed to have a similarly difficult past. I felt closer to her through that, but inched back a little, as if to allieviate some of the pain I seemed to cause her.


"Hey.... I'm sorry. I didn't know. I'm sure she had her reasons."


I tried to remember if something like that happened to me, but everyone was gone from my life from the beggining. I never had to lose anyone like that.


Maybe a change in subject would work, or scenery.


"Would you like to see the gardens?"

 

[Brendanfp]

Damn, I couldn't turn down her offer after all she had told me, even if she didn't have all the answers she had pointed me in the right direction. I couldn't stay long though.


"Of coarse I would accompany you, if it's alright with your... friends back there", I gestured at the Oracle's men who were all lined up, ready to follow this little girl to the ends of the earth. I reached my hand under the Oracle's arm, until our arms interlocked at the elbow.


"Shall we... Oracle", I realized that I didn't even know the name of my new acquaintance. " Um, do you go by Oracle, or ..." I waited not knowing how to finish the sentence.

 

[Purize]

I composed myself and cursed at my pettiness. I hated getting upset, much less in front of people. I turned back to him, trying for a polite smile. "Of course, that sounds pleasant." I strode to the entryway and looked into the hallway, waiting for Thorin to accompany me. I had no clue how to navigate around the place myself.

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The Oracle link her arm with Ali's making her guards squirm about like worms, she tried not to laugh... she did enjoy making them squirm at times. Everyone went still, though, when Ali said, "Um, do you go by Oracle, or ..."


She lowered her head, hoping her guards, especially Ezekiel, wouldn't see her face as she frowned deeply and clenched one of her knuckles in silent frustration. "You shall continue to call me The Oracle, my friend." Without further commentary, she strode out of the room, making her six guards all stumble forward at once. They bumped into each other and struggled to stay in formation as she exited.

 

[BugDozer73]

I stood quickly, following Fae into the hallway, before begging the walk towards the gardens.


It didn't take me long to realize that I had no idea where the gardens were.


Fantastic.


"Umm hey..."


I turned with red tinted cheeks.


"You know I'm still learning where everything is, and I think..."


My words were cut short by the sound of armored men walking down the hall in our direction.

 

[Brendanfp]

The Oracle lead me down a maze of corridors faster than I could recall the layout of the building myself. I wondered why she didn't tell me her name, it seem rather unusual.


I was also thinking on what the Oracle had said before about himself and his future. Was I really all as important as she said. No I could never be anything more than an old traveler who didn't know when to quit, but it did humor me a bit that anyone could see importance in me. I started a yawn as a wave of sleepiness washed over me. I looked down at the Oracle, as she carried me around another corner.

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Ifrit had not been able to go back to sleep after Sun Boy had woken her, but it was not as sleep did anything for her anyways. So she had taken up the task of finding Ali or Sun Boy or even better both. She slowly stumbled through the halls of the palace cursing Thorin's trail of magic which weaved it's way through the halls in every direction, she was utterly lost. Maybe she would never... her thought was caught short by a loud clash of metal against metal that came from father down the hall.


"Thank the gods", she whispered to herself.

 

[Purize]

I turned to Thorin to ask him what he meant when it happened again. I inhaled a sharp breath and my hands flew up to hug around my middle as I fell to my knees. A phantom serrated blade that didn't exist tore through my insides. Hot fire and a cool burning mingled together to ignite invisible flames that licked along my back, around my rib cage and finally constricted my heart. I tried to regulate my ragged breathing, but it was hard through the gasps and the tears. I felt my heart fluttering like it was trying its hardest to fly out of my chest to escape the fire that encaptured it.


I lifted a feeble hand towards Thorin as if the motion would keep him from watching, keep him from trying to help or maybe even run away... I found myself wishing I could just disappear. Disappear from those who saw, from the pain that brought me to my knees as if to bow down and give in to it. I wondered, not for the first time, what the hell was wrong with me...

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They turned a corner and the Oracle saw King Thorin and a girl gasping on the floor further down the hall. Her eyes widened in surprise despite the fact that this is the scene she had just envisioned only moments ago. She felt a strange aura coming off the girl, it was muffled, almost masked by her pain... but if she focused, the Oracle could pinpoint something powerful that lurked within. She stopped, unsure whether to give them space or to run forward and try to do something...


At the sight of her outstretched hand that seemed to almost try to ward off the king, it almost looked like he'd attacked her. However, the Oracle knew better. This girl's pain was purely internal.


The Oracle's grip on Ali's arm tightened ever so slightly.

 

[BugDozer73]

I turned at the sound of Fae collapsing behind me. My eyes went wide as I found her struggling to breath through the pain.


Something was wrong: terribly wrong. She lifted her hand, and I rushed forward without thinking, coming and kneeling by her side.


"What happened? Whats wrong?" My tone became pleading, but I didn't give her a chance to respond. With a little force, I rolled her onto her back and removed her arms from her midsection. I tore a small hole there in her dress, and slipped my hands inside, placing them flat against her skin. I had never trained in healing arts, but it worked before without the orb. I had to try.


I closed my eyes, and felt a heat grow in my center, flowing through my chest, down my arms, to my hand, and begin coursing into Fae. Even with my eyes shut, I could tell my tattoos were glowing and lightning up the hallway.


Please, Please, PLEASE work...

 

[Brendanfp]

I had no time to react as I turned the corner. I felt the familiar sensation of angelic energy come over him like a surge of heat, or a wave of acid, and my skin screamed for me to get away from the source of the pain, the girl. I glanced up through the burning and noticed the elven girl hunched over also in pain with her hand held to Thorin who's face was that of shock and surprise. I felt the Oracle's grip tighten, but I had to get away from the girl. I broke contact with the Oracles arm and stumbled backwards.


"Ali", I heard someone call from down the hall.

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Ifrit turned the corner and came to a peculiar sight. Standing in the corridor before her was Sun boy who was glowing as he ripped a hole into some poor girls dress. She seemed to be in pain, and Sun Boy proceeded to stick his hand into the whole he had made. Ali was only a few feet away and writhing back and forth in pain. He was next too a strange looking pale girl, who was standing there as ridged as stone, behind her took numerous guards who were all looking to her as if they needed guidance. What a mess.


"Ali", I called to him as I ran towards the commotion.