~*~Sarah~*~
*You didn't see what I saw, Sarah. Daimeon is 20 years old,* my father tells me telepathy. "You should dance with someone closer to your own age" I hate it when he does this. I hate it when try to control who I may see or who I may not. I get we have keep to ourselves who we really are. But it doesn’t give a good enough reason to close our self off. I'm not my father. I'm not like him when he a little older then me. I'm different. I'm more like my aunt Isabelle. So he tells me sometimes. But I don’t put on an act for how people should see me. I just be myself with out showing the freak side I'm cruise with.
I look at my father" I'm going to have some fun...." I really didn’t answer him. I just hope he doesn’t watch me all night or sent a guard to do so. Or even spoil my fun.
I walk across the ball room and through the doors of a balcony. I stand here looking at three moons. I lean against the balcony and look into the garden when I notice Xada and skyler alone. I guess she has a lot of body guards.
I heard foot step behind me and look behind me quick. I wonder who that could be.......I hope not my father or a guard.
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Alexander
"No. Your right, Earth isn't out of bounds for me... just so long as Xada was there. A vacation doesn't exactly come with the job."
I felt silent. I had a feeling that she didn't understood what I'd been trying to say- or was pretending that she didn't.
"Maybe going to Earth is a really good idea afterall. But not for me, for Xadalyn. I will discuss it first thing in the morning with your father and Xadalyn. It will be good for her."
Kyria was missing the point. I was talking about her, not my sister. I had meant to say that Earth wasn't out of bounds for her, as herself- not as the bodyguard of Antar's queen. Why did she have to be so selfless? It wasn't that I didn't think Xadalyn needed some time off, but I felt that Kyria desperately needed a break as well.
And then she looked at me with the most captivating of smiles, making me forget what I was going to say. "The clock is ticking."
Oh?
"Have you never heard of Cinderella? How she turns back at midnight? Well, when this night is over I must turn back too."
Funny that she was relating to a fairytale from Earth . . . but she'd been there, so it wasn't a complete surprise that she knew.
Again, I was about to reply, but then she moved closer, until she stood so close to me . . .
"You don't have to turn back . . ." I said, catching her eyes in an intense gaze. Without thinking, I took a step toward her, so that our bodies were lightly touching. "You have a choice."
Like the idiot I was, I placed a hand on her soft cheek, our eyes still locked in that gaze. Slowly, I lowered my face to hers . . . I wanted to stop her from changing . . . I wanted her to stay this way . . .
"No. Your right, Earth isn't out of bounds for me... just so long as Xada was there. A vacation doesn't exactly come with the job."
I felt silent. I had a feeling that she didn't understood what I'd been trying to say- or was pretending that she didn't.
"Maybe going to Earth is a really good idea afterall. But not for me, for Xadalyn. I will discuss it first thing in the morning with your father and Xadalyn. It will be good for her."
Kyria was missing the point. I was talking about her, not my sister. I had meant to say that Earth wasn't out of bounds for her, as herself- not as the bodyguard of Antar's queen. Why did she have to be so selfless? It wasn't that I didn't think Xadalyn needed some time off, but I felt that Kyria desperately needed a break as well.
And then she looked at me with the most captivating of smiles, making me forget what I was going to say. "The clock is ticking."
Oh?
"Have you never heard of Cinderella? How she turns back at midnight? Well, when this night is over I must turn back too."
Funny that she was relating to a fairytale from Earth . . . but she'd been there, so it wasn't a complete surprise that she knew.
Again, I was about to reply, but then she moved closer, until she stood so close to me . . .
"You don't have to turn back . . ." I said, catching her eyes in an intense gaze. Without thinking, I took a step toward her, so that our bodies were lightly touching. "You have a choice."
Like the idiot I was, I placed a hand on her soft cheek, our eyes still locked in that gaze. Slowly, I lowered my face to hers . . . I wanted to stop her from changing . . . I wanted her to stay this way . . .
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~Liz~
Daimeon leaves soon after this little speech, probably recognising that he isn’t going to get any further, and I have to admit, as much as I know that Larek is a friend, I am much happier with his son a safe distance from my daughter…
Of course as he walks away from us, I see him head out in the direction that I believe Xadalyn will be found, and I have to wonder if something is going on there…
Sarah of course looks horrified at how it’s all played out, but as Max points out, Daimeon is NOT her age, and I completely agree with his feeling that she probably shouldn’t be dancing with him, even if I don’t completely understand part of his comment. Our daughter apparently doesn’t want to talk about it though, simply responding that she’s going to go and have some fun, before walking off across the floor. I wonder about going after her, but for the moment I believe she is quite safe – considering all the security present for the benefit of Xada and her guests – and perhaps it is better to let her calm down a little…
I haven’t responded to Max’s answer about Justin as yet, my eyes scanning the room in the hopes of locating him first, but as I see an amused smile settle on Max’s face momentarily, I follow his gaze and immediately understand.
Justin never has really liked spicy food…takes after his father in that… I remember when we were dating and we went to the Mexican…Kyle went through over three glasses of water, and it was some of the mildest food they did… I shake my head and smile before excusing myself for a moment, leaving Max to talk with Larek as I realise I should probably go ‘rescue’ Justin before he gets into trouble… *I’ll be right back…* I assure Max through our connection, dropping a slight curtsey to Larek. “A pleasure to finally meet you face to face…”
Leaving them with a smile, I make my way over to the table where Justin is still standing, greeting him with another smile. “Hello Justin…enjoying the party…?” I ask softly.
Daimeon leaves soon after this little speech, probably recognising that he isn’t going to get any further, and I have to admit, as much as I know that Larek is a friend, I am much happier with his son a safe distance from my daughter…
Of course as he walks away from us, I see him head out in the direction that I believe Xadalyn will be found, and I have to wonder if something is going on there…
Sarah of course looks horrified at how it’s all played out, but as Max points out, Daimeon is NOT her age, and I completely agree with his feeling that she probably shouldn’t be dancing with him, even if I don’t completely understand part of his comment. Our daughter apparently doesn’t want to talk about it though, simply responding that she’s going to go and have some fun, before walking off across the floor. I wonder about going after her, but for the moment I believe she is quite safe – considering all the security present for the benefit of Xada and her guests – and perhaps it is better to let her calm down a little…
I haven’t responded to Max’s answer about Justin as yet, my eyes scanning the room in the hopes of locating him first, but as I see an amused smile settle on Max’s face momentarily, I follow his gaze and immediately understand.
Justin never has really liked spicy food…takes after his father in that… I remember when we were dating and we went to the Mexican…Kyle went through over three glasses of water, and it was some of the mildest food they did… I shake my head and smile before excusing myself for a moment, leaving Max to talk with Larek as I realise I should probably go ‘rescue’ Justin before he gets into trouble… *I’ll be right back…* I assure Max through our connection, dropping a slight curtsey to Larek. “A pleasure to finally meet you face to face…”
Leaving them with a smile, I make my way over to the table where Justin is still standing, greeting him with another smile. “Hello Justin…enjoying the party…?” I ask softly.
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Love Always...
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When Friendship and Love Combine - New!
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The Important Thing
Home for Christmas
I Knew Him Before (PB fic)
Love Always...
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OOC -- Okies, I've been having some trouble with this and I had been hoping for Liz or someone to help me along, but I guess I'll give it a stab. I asked Athenea for guidance but she hasn't said what she wants from Larak. Haven't been sleeping well and am very tired, so forgive me if it sucks a bit.
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*Max*
Liz moves away almost immediately, going to check on our unintended guest. Justin has had very little preparation for this experience. He could certainly use some guidance.
Larak raises an eyebrow as I refer to his son. "The joys of parenthood," he says sardonically.
"Yes," I say slowly, watching as Daimeon goes first to speak to Alexander and Kyria and I notice that he treats her with complete respect. I wonder if it has to do with her warrior training or if he is simply not interested for some other reason.
On one hand, I do feel I should address his son's behavior with Larak immediately but I'm still mindful of the fact that in spite of my past existance, I'm still new here. I don't fully remember how things are supposed to work. I'm completely certain that Daimeon's behavior is wrong on any world, but I don't know quite how to approach it with Larak.
"He seems to enjoy the liberties of his rank," I say, cautiously, returning my attention to Larak.
"More than its responsibilities, you mean," Larak says, smiling softly. "You always were older than your years, my friend. Except when it came to fairer sex, anyway." I'm sure he's refering to the incident he'd mentioned on Earth -- about Damarias rock and the day I met Ava the first time. I still don't really remember that but, truthfully, I was no more forthcoming in revealing my affections to Liz, hiding my feelings for years.
I nod, looking towards Alexander again and noting that Daimeon seems to have moved on. I casually scan the rest of the dancefloor for him or my daughters. I spot Sarah heading out to the garden where I suppose Xadalyn remains. Perhaps the two girls will be able to get to know each other a bit better if they have some quiet time alone -- especially as Sarah can now understand the language. Alexander, I see, goes up to one of the balconies with Kyria.
"Is there something wrong, Max?" Larak asks, finally picking up on my watchfulness.
"I think so, Larak," I tell him. "But it's a conversation I believe I would like to hold until later." Right now I have no idea how deep the problem lies. I will wait for a more private moment when perhaps I will have more information.
"Very well," Larak says. I know he's not ignorning my concerns, but he's willing to wait. "If you'll excuse me, I need to see to the preparations. Go on and enjoy yourself. When I return, I'll introduce you some of the other guests."
"Thank you," I tell him, knowing that the work he's doing for this banquet is the role of a father and host, duties that would be mine if I had been here.
As Larak moves off, I turn and look around the floor again, looking at all the faces and wondering which ones belong to people who once knew the man I used to be.
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*Max*
Liz moves away almost immediately, going to check on our unintended guest. Justin has had very little preparation for this experience. He could certainly use some guidance.
Larak raises an eyebrow as I refer to his son. "The joys of parenthood," he says sardonically.
"Yes," I say slowly, watching as Daimeon goes first to speak to Alexander and Kyria and I notice that he treats her with complete respect. I wonder if it has to do with her warrior training or if he is simply not interested for some other reason.
On one hand, I do feel I should address his son's behavior with Larak immediately but I'm still mindful of the fact that in spite of my past existance, I'm still new here. I don't fully remember how things are supposed to work. I'm completely certain that Daimeon's behavior is wrong on any world, but I don't know quite how to approach it with Larak.
"He seems to enjoy the liberties of his rank," I say, cautiously, returning my attention to Larak.
"More than its responsibilities, you mean," Larak says, smiling softly. "You always were older than your years, my friend. Except when it came to fairer sex, anyway." I'm sure he's refering to the incident he'd mentioned on Earth -- about Damarias rock and the day I met Ava the first time. I still don't really remember that but, truthfully, I was no more forthcoming in revealing my affections to Liz, hiding my feelings for years.
I nod, looking towards Alexander again and noting that Daimeon seems to have moved on. I casually scan the rest of the dancefloor for him or my daughters. I spot Sarah heading out to the garden where I suppose Xadalyn remains. Perhaps the two girls will be able to get to know each other a bit better if they have some quiet time alone -- especially as Sarah can now understand the language. Alexander, I see, goes up to one of the balconies with Kyria.
"Is there something wrong, Max?" Larak asks, finally picking up on my watchfulness.
"I think so, Larak," I tell him. "But it's a conversation I believe I would like to hold until later." Right now I have no idea how deep the problem lies. I will wait for a more private moment when perhaps I will have more information.
"Very well," Larak says. I know he's not ignorning my concerns, but he's willing to wait. "If you'll excuse me, I need to see to the preparations. Go on and enjoy yourself. When I return, I'll introduce you some of the other guests."
"Thank you," I tell him, knowing that the work he's doing for this banquet is the role of a father and host, duties that would be mine if I had been here.
As Larak moves off, I turn and look around the floor again, looking at all the faces and wondering which ones belong to people who once knew the man I used to be.
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~Xada~
"So too much excitement for you?" Skyler says and shrug in probally a very un queenly manner. "I guess we should head back in a face the crowd." I say and he offers me his arm to lead me back inside. As soon as we enter the music stops and everyone turns there attention to us.
"I have a toast to make." Larek says taking a glass. "Xada, I remember the first time I saw you. You looked so fragile, yet there was a certain fire in your eyes that I recognized right away.” He says glancing over to where Max was standing and then back to me. “You were a leader, you were born to rule, you where a Queen even in the body of a small five year old girl, you had a inner strength that I thought I would never see again until I looked into those big blue eyes of yours. I know that you have been through a lot but I also know nothing can break your spirit. You have your mother’s beauty but you are the spitting image of your father’s spirit and I know you will rule as he would have wanted you too, just, fair, and merciful.”
“I see great things in your future and I look forward to seeing Antar being ruled by an Arrios once again. It has been a great joy for me to watch you grow into the beautiful young woman you are and I know that both your parents are very proud of you as am I. To Xadalyn, Future Queen of Antar, may your reign burn bright.” He says and everyone raised there glasses in salute repeating Larek’s last sentence.
"So too much excitement for you?" Skyler says and shrug in probally a very un queenly manner. "I guess we should head back in a face the crowd." I say and he offers me his arm to lead me back inside. As soon as we enter the music stops and everyone turns there attention to us.
"I have a toast to make." Larek says taking a glass. "Xada, I remember the first time I saw you. You looked so fragile, yet there was a certain fire in your eyes that I recognized right away.” He says glancing over to where Max was standing and then back to me. “You were a leader, you were born to rule, you where a Queen even in the body of a small five year old girl, you had a inner strength that I thought I would never see again until I looked into those big blue eyes of yours. I know that you have been through a lot but I also know nothing can break your spirit. You have your mother’s beauty but you are the spitting image of your father’s spirit and I know you will rule as he would have wanted you too, just, fair, and merciful.”
“I see great things in your future and I look forward to seeing Antar being ruled by an Arrios once again. It has been a great joy for me to watch you grow into the beautiful young woman you are and I know that both your parents are very proud of you as am I. To Xadalyn, Future Queen of Antar, may your reign burn bright.” He says and everyone raised there glasses in salute repeating Larek’s last sentence.
Skyler-
We re-enter the room and everyone is turned looking at us. Xada's arm is intwined with mine and I quickly drop it and turn to look at Larek. He gives this speach to Xada and I can't help to get distracted as I look intently at the expression that has now settled on Xada's face. A wind of confusion hits me as I feel at this moment as if I want to pick up her arm and put it back wanting her to touch me. I really need to go take a cold shower. I shake my head trying to let the sight of her in that revealing dress fall from my mind, but I am in a trance. I notice as everyone lifts their glass and and Larek has stopped his speech. I quickly grab two glasses from a tray sitting nearby placing one in Xada's hand and the other in mine raising it up, "To Xada." I say repeating what Larek had said. We all down a swig and I look at Xada before chugging what was left in the glass. I wasn't supposed to drink while on duty, but who am I joking, I am always on duty and one glass wouldn't kill me. I think for a moment before grabbing another glass and downing it just as quick as the first. What the hell.
We re-enter the room and everyone is turned looking at us. Xada's arm is intwined with mine and I quickly drop it and turn to look at Larek. He gives this speach to Xada and I can't help to get distracted as I look intently at the expression that has now settled on Xada's face. A wind of confusion hits me as I feel at this moment as if I want to pick up her arm and put it back wanting her to touch me. I really need to go take a cold shower. I shake my head trying to let the sight of her in that revealing dress fall from my mind, but I am in a trance. I notice as everyone lifts their glass and and Larek has stopped his speech. I quickly grab two glasses from a tray sitting nearby placing one in Xada's hand and the other in mine raising it up, "To Xada." I say repeating what Larek had said. We all down a swig and I look at Xada before chugging what was left in the glass. I wasn't supposed to drink while on duty, but who am I joking, I am always on duty and one glass wouldn't kill me. I think for a moment before grabbing another glass and downing it just as quick as the first. What the hell.
*Justin*
As my mouth recovers from one appetizer, I wonder a bit about the next. They can't all be that spicy, can they?
Mrs. Evans appears and asks if I'm having a good time. "Yeah, sure," I tell her. I feel really out of place here. The girls are all dressed up so fancy I'm scared to talk to any of them. I don't see any smaller kids and no guys my age -- at least, I don't think so. They're all aliens, anyway. What do you say to an alien?
I'm probably safer sticking to the food. That seems quite dangerous enough...
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*Max*
I'm heading through the crowd toward Liz, but not with any great hurry. Then, suddenly everyone's attention seems to turn towards the garden and I see Xadalyn entering the ballroom with Skyler. Apparently, this is what everyone had been waiting for as Larak suddenly takes center stage and raises a toast to the birthday girl.
I can't help but notice how he looks at me as he praises my daughter. The words seem to reach right into me. In many ways, I feel he's directing his words to me, just as much as he is to her. He talks of her 'father's spirit' and seeing the Arrios name back on the throne of Antar.
Liz comes up beside me as Larak continues. "...I know that both your parents are very proud of you as am I." He speaks in the present tense and for a moment I think he's giving away the fact that I'm alive, but no, he mentioned both parents and the other would be Tess. I know that Tess is dead, so he's just talking metaphorically ... at least I hope so. If Tess were actually alive ...
"...To Xadalyn, Future Queen of Antar, may your reign burn bright." Larak finishes and everyone raises their glasses. I do the same. I barely know her, but I must agree she is an amazing young woman. I'm beginning to get the feeling there are dark, closed places in her mind but concidering all she's been through, that doesn't seem all that unreasonable.
As I lower my glass, I link my arm into Liz's as my eyes stay fixed on Xadalyn, knowing she is just what Larak said. I wonder if she'll be offering an acknowledgement of her guardian's words.
As my mouth recovers from one appetizer, I wonder a bit about the next. They can't all be that spicy, can they?
Mrs. Evans appears and asks if I'm having a good time. "Yeah, sure," I tell her. I feel really out of place here. The girls are all dressed up so fancy I'm scared to talk to any of them. I don't see any smaller kids and no guys my age -- at least, I don't think so. They're all aliens, anyway. What do you say to an alien?
I'm probably safer sticking to the food. That seems quite dangerous enough...
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*Max*
I'm heading through the crowd toward Liz, but not with any great hurry. Then, suddenly everyone's attention seems to turn towards the garden and I see Xadalyn entering the ballroom with Skyler. Apparently, this is what everyone had been waiting for as Larak suddenly takes center stage and raises a toast to the birthday girl.
I can't help but notice how he looks at me as he praises my daughter. The words seem to reach right into me. In many ways, I feel he's directing his words to me, just as much as he is to her. He talks of her 'father's spirit' and seeing the Arrios name back on the throne of Antar.
Liz comes up beside me as Larak continues. "...I know that both your parents are very proud of you as am I." He speaks in the present tense and for a moment I think he's giving away the fact that I'm alive, but no, he mentioned both parents and the other would be Tess. I know that Tess is dead, so he's just talking metaphorically ... at least I hope so. If Tess were actually alive ...
"...To Xadalyn, Future Queen of Antar, may your reign burn bright." Larak finishes and everyone raises their glasses. I do the same. I barely know her, but I must agree she is an amazing young woman. I'm beginning to get the feeling there are dark, closed places in her mind but concidering all she's been through, that doesn't seem all that unreasonable.
As I lower my glass, I link my arm into Liz's as my eyes stay fixed on Xadalyn, knowing she is just what Larak said. I wonder if she'll be offering an acknowledgement of her guardian's words.
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~*~Sarah~*~
I heard foot step behind me and look behind me quick. I wonder who that could be.......I hope not my father or a guard. I waited to see someone but no-one was there, maybe I'm just hearing things. I look back at the garden and Xada and Skyler no longer there.
I walk back to the ball room and heard Larak give Xada his speech. I notice look in her eyes, and I notice the look in my father eyes. I know my father, I know he wish he could have known about her sooner, and wish get close to her like he done with Xan and I. But there nothing he can do, all he do is make up the time he has lost.
I walk across the room to where my mom and Justin were at. "Hi, mom, Hi Justin.......having fun?"
OCC: I edit, I notice sarah leading the same behavior, and I didnt mean to post it that way, so I redid my post.
I heard foot step behind me and look behind me quick. I wonder who that could be.......I hope not my father or a guard. I waited to see someone but no-one was there, maybe I'm just hearing things. I look back at the garden and Xada and Skyler no longer there.
I walk back to the ball room and heard Larak give Xada his speech. I notice look in her eyes, and I notice the look in my father eyes. I know my father, I know he wish he could have known about her sooner, and wish get close to her like he done with Xan and I. But there nothing he can do, all he do is make up the time he has lost.
I walk across the room to where my mom and Justin were at. "Hi, mom, Hi Justin.......having fun?"
OCC: I edit, I notice sarah leading the same behavior, and I didnt mean to post it that way, so I redid my post.
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~Liz~
Justin looks a little shell-shocked perhaps… Certainly his expression doesn’t match his response to my question. I see him eyeing the food warily and sigh, wishing he hadn’t been drawn into all this. He still a kid, he should be back home, safe, with his dad…
After thinking a moment, I wave my hand over his plate, hoping that I can do what I hope… I’ve never really tried it before, but the spices here are certainly different to at home, and by removing them, hopefully the food will be better for Justin… “I think you might find those more to your liking now Justin…” I tell him, just hoping that I’m right.
Max is standing a little way from them, and since Justin seems a little happier now, after telling him I won’t be far away, I pick up a glass of wine from one of the trays that are being carried around, and cross the short distance to join him.
Just before I reach his side, Larek stands up, raising a toast to Xada, and I’m not oblivious to the look in Max’s eyes as he mentions her likeness to her mother, or her father… I look up at him. *It’s okay…you didn’t know about her, it wasn’t your fault Max… Getting to know her now is the important thing…* I try to reassure him, unsure whether on this occasion it’ll do any good really. I know it must hurt to watch Larek play the role which should be his, but more important is that he’s there for Xada now, and I know that he will be…
As Larek finishes, everyone raises their glasses. Max and I do exactly the same, then when he lowers his, Max slips his arm through mine although I notice his eyes remain fixed on Xada for a moment.
We drift back towards Justin slightly, and just at that moment Sarah appears. She looks a little happier than before maybe, but still, I wish I could make it all better… She’s my little girl, and always will be I know… I hate to see her sad, or upset…
She asks if we’re having a good time, and I respond with something of a smile. “Well, it’s different that’s for certain…” *And I couldn’t not enjoy being out with you…* I add to Max, smiling inwardly but resisting the urge for the moment to reach up and kiss him gently. “How about you honey…enjoying yourself?” I ask Sarah now, choosing not to mention any of the earlier trouble.
I look around, searching the surrounding area for any sign of Xan and Kyria, but for the moment I don’t see them. Well, wherever they are, I hope they’re having a good time…
Justin looks a little shell-shocked perhaps… Certainly his expression doesn’t match his response to my question. I see him eyeing the food warily and sigh, wishing he hadn’t been drawn into all this. He still a kid, he should be back home, safe, with his dad…
After thinking a moment, I wave my hand over his plate, hoping that I can do what I hope… I’ve never really tried it before, but the spices here are certainly different to at home, and by removing them, hopefully the food will be better for Justin… “I think you might find those more to your liking now Justin…” I tell him, just hoping that I’m right.
Max is standing a little way from them, and since Justin seems a little happier now, after telling him I won’t be far away, I pick up a glass of wine from one of the trays that are being carried around, and cross the short distance to join him.
Just before I reach his side, Larek stands up, raising a toast to Xada, and I’m not oblivious to the look in Max’s eyes as he mentions her likeness to her mother, or her father… I look up at him. *It’s okay…you didn’t know about her, it wasn’t your fault Max… Getting to know her now is the important thing…* I try to reassure him, unsure whether on this occasion it’ll do any good really. I know it must hurt to watch Larek play the role which should be his, but more important is that he’s there for Xada now, and I know that he will be…
As Larek finishes, everyone raises their glasses. Max and I do exactly the same, then when he lowers his, Max slips his arm through mine although I notice his eyes remain fixed on Xada for a moment.
We drift back towards Justin slightly, and just at that moment Sarah appears. She looks a little happier than before maybe, but still, I wish I could make it all better… She’s my little girl, and always will be I know… I hate to see her sad, or upset…
She asks if we’re having a good time, and I respond with something of a smile. “Well, it’s different that’s for certain…” *And I couldn’t not enjoy being out with you…* I add to Max, smiling inwardly but resisting the urge for the moment to reach up and kiss him gently. “How about you honey…enjoying yourself?” I ask Sarah now, choosing not to mention any of the earlier trouble.
I look around, searching the surrounding area for any sign of Xan and Kyria, but for the moment I don’t see them. Well, wherever they are, I hope they’re having a good time…
My fics:
Dreams and Reality
Reality Revealed
Family Connections
When Love and Loss Collide
When Friendship and Love Combine - New!
If Only...
The Important Thing
Home for Christmas
I Knew Him Before (PB fic)
Love Always...
The First Time Around - New!
Dreams and Reality
Reality Revealed
Family Connections
When Love and Loss Collide
When Friendship and Love Combine - New!
If Only...
The Important Thing
Home for Christmas
I Knew Him Before (PB fic)
Love Always...
The First Time Around - New!
*Max*
I wander with Liz back to the table, joining Sarah and Justin while letting Xadalyn enjoy her moment in the spotlight with Larak. I scan the crowd, wondering where Xander is. What's he feeling now? This is his birtday, too, but he doesn't get a chance to bask in the spotlight. Is he glad or envious? He was so level and calm when I asked him not to let people know about that. And last night, he was the biggest part of getting Xadalyn under control again. And earlier, he got me in to let me heal her in the first place.
I have to say, I'm very proud of him right now, wherever he is.
Liz asks how Sarah's enjoying herself and I put an arm over her shoulder for a brief hug as I wait for her response. I'm so glad that she and Liz and Xan are here.
I wander with Liz back to the table, joining Sarah and Justin while letting Xadalyn enjoy her moment in the spotlight with Larak. I scan the crowd, wondering where Xander is. What's he feeling now? This is his birtday, too, but he doesn't get a chance to bask in the spotlight. Is he glad or envious? He was so level and calm when I asked him not to let people know about that. And last night, he was the biggest part of getting Xadalyn under control again. And earlier, he got me in to let me heal her in the first place.
I have to say, I'm very proud of him right now, wherever he is.
Liz asks how Sarah's enjoying herself and I put an arm over her shoulder for a brief hug as I wait for her response. I'm so glad that she and Liz and Xan are here.