Chapter 6: Discovery in the Dark

[longing_rider]

Well dear, hope this is enough for you to start, let me know what you think!

Another day was drawing to a close as the almighty Dictator once again left the main stone hall of his fortress, and was escorted by his guards towards the Blue Eyes temple. The deity of all dragons had been the guiding force of the Kingdom since it was built. Legends of

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[foryourdream]

Love the last two lines of the riddle - it's so sad and pretty-sounding! D= Up in the aforementioned attic, the magician girl was still in complete and utter shock. While waiting for dinner to be made, she stood at the window and stared out at the sky, trying to find a camel-shaped cloud. It was her habit, to find animals and shapes in the clouds when she wanted to be distracted from her lessons or from bad dreams. Yet all Mana could think about was that kiss

Missed you dear, hope you are well. <3

[longing_rider]

Well, you shall see what it means within the next chapter or so ^^ Glad you like it. Any thoughts on the way this chapter should go? Want anything to happen before Ameld decides to be wreckless and run off?

It was as the girl was pondering this that there was a knock on the door. Amelda leaned against the wall briefly, before placing a small tray down on the floor. The bravory to face Mana at that moment had faded the instant his knckles had rapped on the wood, causing him to immediately withdrawhis hand as if he had been burnt.

"Mana, your food is just in front of the door, eat it before it gets cold." he said softly.

How he wished he could find the courage to talk to her, but the task seemed impossible. After what he had done...it was better he was out of the way for now, and possibly for good.

With that last thought weighing him down, he turned around to made his way down the stairs.

Taking things a day at a time... Trying to be more positive and stuff. <3

[foryourdream]

Well, how about the magician spy almost catching sight of them? After they reconcile here, they might go back out to do something? Or is that too soon?

Her emotions began racing as soon as he knocked on that door. There was a strange ache in her chest that didn't exist before. Oh, how much she wished for once that Mahaado was here to explain all these questions!

That was it. She just couldn't take it anymore!

Pulling open the door, she shouted rather unnecessarily, calling loudly, "AMELDA! Wait! Please!"

Her hand reached out to tug him back, apologies already waiting to pour out of her. Unfortunately, the magician girl completely forgot about the dinner he placed on the floor for her. Her foot made contact. As she lost her balance, she gave a short scream and began to fall towards the retreating thief.

Well, I hope it all works out. *cuddle* I'm here if you need me. ^_~

[longing_rider]

Sounds good, I do think they can make up, but it still feels a little awkward between them I imagine (especially for Amelda XD). So to try and make it up to Mana, he could take her out to a local festival or something, that's where, they are nearly seen maybe? That should fill up the chapter nicely, with a little fluff thrown in of course. What do you think dear?In that instant, it was as if everything was in slow motion. The minute he looked around at the sound of the girls voice, Amelda stiffened at the sight tumbling towards him. Instinctivly, he could have stepped aside and got out out the way in time, but the first thing that came to mind was Mana's safety, not his own

Ack, sorry I took so long again! ;_; *sends hugs*

[foryourdream]

Darn it when I put these things off. >_< Yes, I really like that idea with the festival. Lots of people, lots of potential situations could happen. ^_~

It felt like they had been falling forever. Until they had ceased moving, Mana had held her breath. Then she began to panic.

She didn't even answer his question. Of course, Mana was much more worried about the thief than about herself. She quickly scrambled off of him, but kept softly touching his face and shoulders. "Amelda! Are you okay?! I am so, so, so, so, sorry! I just wanted to talk, but you walked away, and now I've made a mess of everything and you're hurt

Don't worry Darling, I just hope all is ok with you. *snugglehugs* <3

[longing_rider]

If you are busy I understand completely dear. ^^ Glad you like, we'll see if we can get them to make up a bit, then maybe a bit with the magicians, then the festival, how's that?"What the bloody hell is going on here?!" Varon shouted, as he and Raphael rushed in from the back of the house, only to blink in surprise at seeing Amelda sprawled on the ground, his face twisted in pain. Meanwhile, the mage they had been hiding was hovering over him, hands aglow with a strange aura. She seemed focused on her task, as if possessed

*nuzzlesnugs* Sorry for the wait, my lovely!

[foryourdream]

♥ Thank you for your patience, it's been a bit frenetic these past three weeks! I think I'll send an email later to tell ya all about it. And the idea sounds good to me!

Lip trembling and hands shaking, Mana hesitated in the doorway. It wasn't that she was afraid of Amelda. The moment Varon had said what he said, an instant wave of confusion and shame had washed over her. 'His mother and his brother...killed...?'All of her life, Mana had been raised to believe that her people were noble and the people of the Dragon Kingdom were not. Although to her, they were the ones in the wrong, she hadn't held it against the people. Their Dictator started it, didn't he? Did not the stories told about that wicked man send shivers of fright in every young mage? It was why they had to fight against him and his followers, his people, because that was the only way. Peace treaties had remained unheard of, because of the intensity of the fighting

It's okay, I just hope all is well with you. *glompofDOOM*

[longing_rider]

No problem dear, I just hope you are okay. Looking forward to your email. Now we can progress! So, how far do you want to go in this chapter? Want them to make up a little, then go to the next chapter, where you can start with the magicians?However, before the young girl had a chance to finish her sentence, she found herself pulled forward, colliding with another body. Strong arms wrapped around her form and clutched her tightly. She stilled as she heard a heartbest through the chest, heavy breath against her skin, as the other struggled to stay standing

Oof!!! XD *glompofGRATITUDE*

[foryourdream]

She couldn't explain how being enveloped in Amelda's arms made her feel so safe, so full of warmth. Like magic, it simply was. Relief flooded over her in such a rush that a few more tears had escaped. 'He's not mad at me!' She buried her face in his chest and held him tightly as she took comfort from their closeness.

After a long pause, the magician girl said, "Okay, Amelda," but after another long pause, she added, "But I can listen if you ever need me to, all right?"

Then Mana looked up, giving him a shy smile. "We can still be friends, yes?"

A post or two to finish this chapter, then? And I'll start ASAP on the next one. ^___^

*SumpremeSnuggle* Love you much much!! <3

[longing_rider]

"Of course." he replied quietly, barely acknowledging anything else around him. Her words barely registered in the back of his mind. Perhaps he was trying to block out anything that reminded him in the slightest of the conversation before, but for the moment, it didn't matter.

The awkwardness was gone, and he felt like a little part him was glowing in warmth due to to Mana's closeness. If he was in a normal state he probably would have been embarassed. Still, he couldn't deny...it felt...nice...

And so he continued to hold her. For the moment, everything was okay. The war, the pain, the fighting, it was all gone within that embrace.

Okies! You want to add more, go ahead. If not, I shall see you in the next chapter!! Take time if you are busy, good luck with exams and such dear. *glomp*