Magic Knight Rayearth Fan Fiction ❯ Among Gods ❯ chapter 2 ( Chapter 1 )

Among Gods

 

Chapter 2

 

Seeing Felix sprawled out on the bed gave him giddy butterflies in the pit of his stomach. Fluttering over to the edge of the bed he crawled under the cover and Felix's arm, burrowing into the elder man's warm, slow moving chest. Felix turned onto his side and curled around him.

“His majesty is in the most sour of moods. I detest when she does these things, we're always the brunt of the anger. If he lays another finger on you I swear I shall…”

He paused, his eyes squeezing shut to block off the thoughts. Devia wanted to hear more, he liked when his brother talked like this.

Quietly he urged him on.

“Do what? What would you do?” a smirk cracked his soft features as his brother's face scrunched up in detest, but he answered all the same, almost as if he was unable to resist.

“I will kill him, if he touches you again, I will kill him, and anyone else. Anyone else who dares touch you, I will kill.” Groaning, Felix buried his face into Devia's neck. He knew his brother hated admitting these feelings, but they invigorated him. With a quiet whisper into his twin's ear, and a kiss to his slender neck, he started to drift off to sleep.

“Love you.”

 

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Hikaru slept peacefully for the time, Lantis a large dog at her side. He had nearly bitten Umi's head off when she had gotten too loud. She had decided to retire to Cleft's study.

Knocking softly, she peeped her head in.

“Cleft? Can I take shelter in here? Lantis is being me…..eeaan” Standing looking out the far windows stood a medium height, doll looking girl, no older then herself. Her dark hair fell in long soft curls down her back, her distant eyes were so deep she knew if she stared too long she would start to drool. To save herself from humiliation infront of this stranger, she turned to see her husband at his desk, mulling over some papers. His black outer robe lay draped over the back of his chair, his staff next to it. Slowly walking over to him, she felt eyes on her back. Turning to where the girl stood, she found her to still be facing the window, her stance never changed. Keeping an eye on the woman, Umi continued to Cleft's desk, sidling to a sit on the edge. Cleft gifted her with a tiny glance and smile before returning to his work. For a while no one spoke, then out of no where.

“Mama, Where is F'lix? And Daivia? And Luna, and Solie, and Eclipse? Where's papa?” The babyish voice appeared out of no where, Umi nearly cleared the desk, had Cleft not grabbed her arm, she just might have. Though he did not look as startled as she, he still looked as if he had not been expecting the noise.

The woman gave both of them an apologetic look.

“Patience is a virtue learned, not given. Child, have you no manners? Master Cleft was kind enough to let us in; you should have held your questions till we were alone.” As the woman chastised the boy, Umi got a better look at the two.

The woman was very doll faced, high and soft cheek bones, rosy thin lips, thin dark eyebrows, dark eyes, and pale skin. She had long fingers, and the outfit she worn put her in the feudal era. A dark red kimono with a black dragon embroidered at the bottom, its head coming to a rest on her hip. The half sleeves billowed out to a steep bell at her elbows, the back of the outfit dragged on the floor, going to about a foot behind her. She looked impossibly thin, but not unhealthy, for her cheeks were full, and tinted a light pink. She looked like a goddess, come to greet the people at temple, who worshipped her so loyally. The boy was so adorably gorgeous that she wanted to take him away and steal him as her own. She blushed at the idea, but continued to look him over. He was not unkempt like most boys his age would be. His multicolored hair (which confused and awed her, how could one person have so many different colors of hair?) was neatly cut just above his ears, and feathered, so that it was in fluffy layers. His dark eyes regarded his mother coolly. She edged closer to Cleft, reaching for his hand (and only coming up with folds of robe. She received a worried and concerned look from her husband) when she noticed that they were not the eyes of a young babe. They were wise, and intelligent. His outfit seemed so random, it looked coordinated. Black breeches covered him down to the knees; a plain red tunic topped the outfit off, along with a pair of leather shoes. His skin was the offset colored of white, like a pearl, but in the sun-shine it shone a tan color. The woman spoke words to him, but she could not hear them. Cleft cleared his throat and the trance was broken. Shaking her head she turned her eyes to Cleft. His left eyebrow was raised as he stared at her.

`Guess he noticed `miss stare a lot' too.'

Getting up she decided her course of action. Walking up to the crouched woman, she bent down.

“Hello? I'm Umi. What is your name?” The boy's eyes immediately reverted to hers. It took all of her will not to flinch, by the frown at her back; she knew her husband had seen through the façade. The boy gave her a frown, and stood in front of his mother, hands on hips, brows furrowed. Try as she might, she couldn't hold it in. She started laughing, her stomach clenched and tears came to her eyes. This boy was just so cute. Another clearing of a throat told her Cleft was standing next to her. Before long, she realized she wasn't the only one laughing. Sitting up, she came face to face with a rather disgruntled boy whining at his mother for her to stop laughing, that is wasn't funny. The girl had a hand held over her nose and mouth, and was shaking in silent fits of laughter.

“Thao, you have got to stop being so cute. You'll be the death of me.” At this the boy started to cry. Try as they might, the two women couldn't keep it in. Umi how ever tried to by polite and turned into Cleft's cloak. The girl just out right laughed, then took the boy into her arms, patted him on the back, gave him a kiss on the forehead, and told him she was joking with him. He quieted down, but still sniffled some. The woman looked up.

“Hello, my name is Tris; you must be Umi, the water knight, no? It is a pleasure to have finally met you. This is Thao, my son. As you might have seen, he puts up quite the show.” Tris daintily gave her hand, and Umi took it pleasantly, noting that the skin was as soft as it looked. After retrieving her hand, Cleft ushered the two from the floor, and into chairs. Thao clung to his mother with a thumb in his mouth.

“If you don't mind me asking I have a few questions.” Umi asked. Tris gave a gentle smile ad nodded.

“Ask away.”

 

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`Where did Umi go running off too?' Eagle stalked the halls, he felt for the woman after his friend had snapped at her. She had run off so fast, he hadn't gotten to apologize for the man.

`Where was the one place she would be when seeking comfort.......duh…Cleft.' He took a sharp turn left and jogged down the hall towards Cleft's study.

Reaching the door, he just walked right in with out knocking. That sometimes could be a dangerous thing, but he knew nothing of such nature would be going on as of now. Instead he abruptly stopped, and stared. The woman and child from before sat in an armchair before Umi. Instantly he went into defense. He guard was up, and he glanced about the room tensely. Umi smiled at him, the woman gave him a curious stare. He relaxed when he saw Cleft reclining in his chair at his desk. If Cleft was relaxed, he could be too. Cleft would never let Umi come to harm, Eagle sometimes feared Cleft would protect Umi over Cephiro.

“Eagle, this is Tris and Thao. Tris, Thao, this is Eagle.” The dark haired woman gave him an odd look. “Of Autozam?” He grinned, nodding his head. She graced him with a smile that made his heart flutter. “Come sit, Umi was just about to ask me some questions.” She offered the seat next to her, her son climbing onto her lap. The young boy gave him a dirty look and stuck out his tong.

“How did you know I was a Knight? And that Eagle was of Autozam?” Umi gave her a quizzical look, Cleft's eyebrow raised, Eagle just looked perplexed. The woman's brow furrowed, and a troubled look came to her delicate features.

“I can't answer that. I'm sorry; I may not be able to answer a lot of your questions. I'm forbidden. If you will excuse us, it is almost time for Thao's nap.” Standing, Tris looked towards Cleft, who in turn rose.

“Do you remember where your room is? Or shall I take you there?” The way he stood when she stood, and the way he talked, it was as if he was acting a servant to her. “If you would be so kind, I've grown forgetful over time.” The two left, leaving a very disgruntled and confused Water Knight, and himself. Umi looked about to burst. “How dare she! Acting in such a way, Cleft should make her leave. And that brat of a child! So rude.” Eagle couldn't help but chuckling at the irony of the situation.

“I feel the need to remind you of a little girl I once knew, who was always use to getting her way, and seemed quite spoiled. She turned out fine.” Umi stuck her nose into the air.

“Yes, but that woman coddles him far too much.”

“How do know that? You've hardly met the girl, and it must be difficult. Could you imagine yourself with a three year old at your age? If we assume that she is the same age as you are now, then that would mean she was made a mother very young. About the age you first came to Cephiro.” Getting to leave he paused at the door. “Do not judge her before you've gotten to know her Umi, she could be the total opposite of what you think.” He left her with that, and slipped out of the study, heading towards Hikaru's room.

 

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Oliver paced back and fourth before a large table, too restless to sit still for long. Before long a man and a woman strode in, their capes billowing out as they rushed forward. Bowing their heads, the looked to their father for their quest.

“You are to fetch your mother, by force if need be.” The two bowed again and turned to leave. Just as they reached the door, their father called out to them again.

“Azsaruu, bring the young one too.” The man nodded, his blonde hair casting shadows over his pale eyes.

“Yes father, we will do our best. Come Azelea, we leave in an hour.

 

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The table was oddly quiet, everyone too curious or embarrassed in Hikaru's case, to talk. Lantis how ever was trying to find out why his sprite wouldn't look anyone in the face, and why she was turning pink. He thought that it might have been exertion from early, perhaps she was still weak. Being the ever oblivious one, Caldina broke the awkward silence.

“Why are we all bein' so quiet?” She looked from face to face. Setting her hand on Umi's shoulder, the girl jumped.

“What! I know don't be judgmental, I get it, stop pestering!” At her little outburst, everyone stared at her funny.

“Feeling a little guilty about something? Care to share?” Ferio questioned a wide grin on his face. Umi shot him a dark look and ducked her head down to hide the blush.

“It's nothing.” Eagle just chuckled, receiving a darker look then the one given to Ferio.

“I'm sorry I didn't mean it! I swear! It was an accident, I should have knocked first!” Hikaru's sudden outburst made a few people jump, and even more confused looks turn her way. Her face was the color of her hair, and she had her head bowed.

Tris just giggled.

“Don't worry about it; you just surprised me was all. I'm use to people just randomly walking in, my husband has guest over frequently. I'm not so self-conscious about it anymore.” Tris was met with even more confused looks. She just waved her hand, dismissing the subject. Changing the subject to save the Knight some dignity she asked

“So Knights, what is it like to live one two worlds? I would love to see earth.” All three Knights brightened considerably to be able to talk about some thing they knew about.

Fuu was the first to respond.

“It is really a sight to see. Although earth doesn't have magic and monsters, it has many technologies, and it is advancing them every day.”

“In fact, we were planning on going back tonight to see our families. I sorely miss my brothers.”

There was a loud knock, and outburst just after Hikaru piped up.

“Hey what was that for?” Umi looked slightly frazzled while rubbing a large lump on her head.

“When were you planning on telling us you were leaving?” The two starred of, on the verge of arguing with each other.

“Oh there they go again.” Ferio complained. “And when he means “us”, he really meant him. I for one knew they were going. So that doesn't apply to me.” A loud slam of hands on the table stunted all conversation. Tristis had abruptly stood, eyes wide, the pupils were covered in a white glaze, whiting out the color in her eyes. Her eyes flickered side to side as if following pictures slide by. Everyone had switched to defense, their instincts keeping them on their toes. In a quiet whisper all she said was,

“I'm sorry. I have made it unsafe for all of you. I must leave now.” She got up and in what should have been one small step, she was a blur, and out the doors, Cleft close on her heels. The rest of the parade was up and into the hall in an instant.

 

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“I must leave it once, I've put you all in harms way.” Tristis rushed down the halls, only to stop, look hesitant, and take a different route.

“Mama!” Thao stood in the middle of a hall, visibly shaking. She scooped him up in her arms, and started down the hall, looking for the way out.

“Tristis, you need to tell me what is wrong. If it is a danger to anyone in this palace or country I need to know.” Suddenly she just stopped, her shoulders dropping.

“I'm too late.” Umi stepped up to her, a small hand on her shoulder. Anyone who had a sword had it drawn.

“Tristis, tell us, what is wrong? Who are you running from?” she just stood still, Thao whimpering and shaking in her arms.

“She's running away from you. She thought she could get away fast enough, she probably could have had she not been so wrapped in your petty conversing.

You're getting old mother, perhaps you should just return home, and stay where you are needed. You should stop this nonsense at once. You make a mockery of us and father every time you do this.” A blonde haired man stood at the end of the hall, is pale eyes set in steel. He had darker skin then she, but not by much. As she set Thao down, his eyes flickered to the boy who trembled under the man's gaze.

“So this is the youngest. Hello brother, I'm not sure we've met before.”

“Who are you? How did you get in here?” Cleft's voice sounded over the mayhem. The man laughed coldly.

“I'm hurt mother, you haven't told them about us…”

“Where is your sister? You two are never parted, is so still shy as to hide in the shadows? The girl never had any backbone.” At this the man visibly tensed, anger radiating off of him in sheets.

“Never talk about her that way!”

“Azsaruu, where is Azelea? You dare leave her alone? Or have you gotten sick of her too?” The yelled, the loudness echoing off the walls.

“You will pay!”

 

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Ok, I've been thinking non stop about this fic, so I had to write another chapter.

Ok, so far I'll give you names and ages.

 

Devia- 17

Felix- 18

Tristis- 17

Oliver- 22

Thao- 1 1/2 months (His body ages a year every half a month. So he's about 3, hence the reason she still breastfeeds him)

Azsaruu- unkown

Azelea- unknown

Eclipse- unknown

Luna- unknown

Solei- unknown

 

Umi- 17

Hikaru- 17

Fuu- 17

 

Also, if you're wondering what Hikaru walked in on, it was Tristis feeding Thao.

Also, this wont be a longer fic. Only a few chapters.

 

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Ta-ta for now!