Topic: The Kidnapping

Murelle GreyMantle

Date: 2017-12-29 23:55 EST
A stranger just appeared out of nowhere, or so it seemed. His eyes roamed the small village of Sawrey. A few days ago he had heard of this village in the Red Dragon Inn. He overheard someone talking about the huge party that was thrown and his interest was piqued. He innocently asked.

"Eldicor" Where is it?"

"East of here, over the mountains. It's a long trip, over three days." Came the answer. It was Jonalyn who answered. She was taking the night off from the Stars End and was in the Red Dragon to get a glass of wine. She wanted company, at least away from the kitchen. She was still thrilled with the party and was talking about it to another friend.

"You traveled over the mountains just for a party?" He asked. He was determined to find this out.

"Oh no, they used a portal, it opens to the village. I met the queen, she is a beautiful elf."

"Who threw the party?" He seemed to ask innocently. He tried to act just interested in her experience. "Her name is Murelle GreyMantle. She's the Baroness of the village. It's a small village.

"Oh!" Was all he said.

He fell silent. Somehow he had to get to the village. Another area he could exploit. He waited patiently to see if someone would appear from Eldicor. Two days and nights he waited. His patience won out. One evening a small woman walked in with a man who seemed to be her friend. She was talking to him and was she was distracted by several greetings of "Murelle!" She seemed happy to see them and warmly answered. The male's eyes scanned the room. He seemed to take in the crowd; his eyes fell on the stranger and lingered for a moment then returned his attention to the small woman.

"A beer Miles?" Murelle asked. Miles nodded; his eyes still scanned the room as if this was his habit. She got the beer out of the cooler and opened it, setting it on the bar in front of Miles. She got a mug of warmed meade, came around the bar and sat with a sigh.

?Thanks for your help Miles, can't stay long but have to get back. Gwyn is waiting."

Miles only shrugged with a smile. His eyes never stopped watching. He seemed to be totally alert to his surroundings. The man knew he would be a problem. He would have to be eliminated. After the pair finished the drinks, they got up to leave. They exited out the back and the stranger got up and followed. He watched as a portal was opened and the pair stepped through. For the briefest moment Murelle was distracted and turned to greet someone, Miles was momentary distracted by this as well. The stranger slipped in behind them and disappeared into the darkness. Murelle picked up something from the ground and the portal closed.

He was in. He was pleased with himself. He noted it was colder here, so he sought refuge in an abandoned barn and waited for daybreak.

Reaper

Date: 2017-12-30 13:36 EST
Miles watched as they walked through the portal. The hairs on the back of his neck were standing up. Something didn't feel right.

"Thanks for your help Miles..."

He offered a small smile as they headed off to there destination.

"No problem, always happy to help." He had his hand resting on the holster on his side. Something really didn't feel right. He kept his eyes looking around but nothing looked out of the ordinary.

Murelle GreyMantle

Date: 2017-12-31 00:23 EST
The stranger walked into the small shop. The clerk looked up, and then straightened. This was no regular customer.

"May I help you?"

"Do you carry candy bars?"

"Aye, that I do." He showed the stranger the selections. There was something about this stranger that didn't set right with him. But then strangers are always suspect in Sawrey, the villagers were protective of each other.

The stranger chose one and paid for it. He asked; "Who is this...Murelle GreyMantle?"

"She is our Baroness." The clerk's eyes narrowed. "You couldn't find a finer woman our Baroness."

"Does she have children?" The stranger was opening the candy bar. He took a bite, and watched the clerk's face. He chewed nosily, on purpose. "Aye, she does. Gwyn is her name."

"I'll bet she's a stuck up brat being the daughter of the Baroness." Another bite, more nosily chewing. He was trying to get the clerk's goat.

"You couldn't find a finer girl. She always calls me master. Ah, here she comes now." Gwyn walked in She was bundled up against the cold. She was shivering but gave a warm greeting.

"Master, my mother would like some your ginger crisps." She opened her bag and let the clerk drop in the asked for ginger crisps. She slide the cost across.

"Gwyn, you paid too much!" The clerk protested. Gwyn was closing the bag.

A noisy crunch drew her attention. She then noticed the stranger. She felt herself stiffen. His eyes. They were cold as ice. She gave an inward shiver. Evil. She felt true evil.

Turning from him slowly, she focused her attention back to the clerk.

"Happy Yule my good Master." Before he could protest again, she kissed him on the cheek and left, the change remained behind.

"She be not spoiled, though her mother has lots of coin to rub together." He paused and leaned forward to speak in a whisper. "They say she is a millionaire twice over. And she is generous with it." He bragged.

"Oh, is that so' Thank you for the candy bar." He crumpled the paper and let it fall to the floor.

He ambled on out. He found his target.

QueenTeleperien

Date: 2017-12-31 02:27 EST
The queen was restless. She sensed something was wrong. She paced the study, stopping to look out the window. It was clear and bright, but still cold. She decided to visit Xenograg. She told Tom she was headed for Xenograg's dojo.

Walking down the hallway, she heard cries of guard to make way for her. Through the library and up the stairs to the mirror. She laid the talisman on the mirror and she stepped through. She found him in his study. He stood and greeted her. He noticed that she was deeply troubled.

"Xenograg, something is wrong. I can't put my finger on it, but there is some evil afoot."

Murelle GreyMantle

Date: 2017-12-31 13:51 EST
Murelle was exhausted. She was making breakfast; Miles was sitting at the table sipping coffee. He looked about as exhausted as Murelle felt. She heard him talk in his sleep again and was reliving a memory. They ate their eggs and toast in silence. Gwyn was tired too. She heard Miles as well and this kept her tossing and turning. After they finished, Gwyn helped clean the dishes and swept the floor. Putting the broom up she felt the need to get cheered up. Eliza's cheery personality always helped.

"Mom, can I go to Eliza's?"

"Yes, make sure you make your bed first."

"Okay." She went to her room and saw the twisted blankets and sheets.

After pulling everything off the bed, she gave the sheets a shake and they settled down in a soft sigh. She quickly threw the blankets on and tucked them in. She folded her pajama and tucked them under the pillow.

Satisfied, she went to the living room and saw that Miles was in front of the fireplace, his feet propped up, his eyes were closed. She walked over to him and kissed him on the cheek.

He smiled. He opened his eyes. "Thank you." He closed his eyes again, and Gwyn collected her coat, hat and scarf. Pulling on gloves. She called to Murelle. "I'm done Mom."

Murelle came in from the kitchen and gave her a kiss on the cheek. "Have fun."

Gwyn opened the door and left.

Reaper

Date: 2017-12-31 14:58 EST
Miles smiled as he watched Gwyn leave. He looked into the fire and smiled.

"She is an absolute joy you know that. Her smile is infectious."

He was feeling light and happy today, last night wasn't much of a good night.

He really should take up the queen on her offer. Something kept nagging at the back of his mind. Like a forbearing of being watched or something. He stood up from the fire, grabbing his weapon and walking to the door and just looking out on the landscape..

He felt Mure walk up next to him. "What is it?"

He shook his head. I don' t know. It is just...A Feeling since we came back. Like we are being watched, or a fog of evil or hatred is laying about."

"Bad Mojo..."

Murelle GreyMantle

Date: 2017-12-31 15:26 EST
Coming from the kitchen she watched as Miles walk to the door and opened it. He was carrying his rifle. She frowned, walking up next to him

"What is it?"

He shook his head. I don' t know. It is just...A Feeling since we came back. Like we are being watched, or a fog of evil or hatred is laying about."

"Bad Mojo..."

Murelle only nodded. She didn't feel anything. But then she was tired and her brain was stuck in neutral. "Let's close the door, it's cold out."

He slowly closed the door and went back to the chair in front of the fireplace. He set his rifle within reach. Murelle could tell he was tense. She didn't say anything, she just went to her bedroom to make the bed and do some dusting.

She suddenly felt it too. Gwyn. Something was wrong with Gwyn. She came out of her bedroom, dust rag in hand. Miles must have sensed it as well. He was looking out the window....his hand on his rifle.

"Gwyn." She said, alarm rising. "Something's wrong with Gwyn."

Reaper

Date: 2017-12-31 15:50 EST
He felt it almost the same time Mure did. He was getting out of his seat when she rushed into the room

"Gwyn." She said, alarm rising. "Something's wrong with Gwyn."

He grabbed his gun and slide it into the holster on his thigh.

"What way did she go' Where is her friends house?"

He looked to Mure as she just pointed in the direction Gwyn would have taken..

Mile didn't hesitate he rushed out the door and ran, his blood started to pump as he picked up speed, not caring he had no jack or shoes on for that matter. He moved thought the trees and the paths focused on getting to where he needed to be. He felt it in the back of his mind, a guide or a sense of direction to go.

He came to a halt near an alley, it branched off in several directions. But on the ground in the dirt was the signs of her shoes. Then they disappeared.

He heard running coming toward shim, he spun around and dropped to his knee pulling his weapon. "Freeze..."

He let out a sigh as he saw Mure look up in shock at him pointing a weapon.

"Sorry..." He stood back up holstering his weapon.

"Miles..." Was all she could ask as she looked around..

Murelle GreyMantle

Date: 2017-12-31 15:50 EST
Damn it was cold. The stranger stomped his feet to get warm....He blew on his hands. He was lurking in the alley near the cottage and was waiting for his prey. The alley was empty, and no one could see him as he hid behind a barrel. He peered around the wall and finally, she was coming. He heard her singing.

"Come into my lair my little songbird." He laughed to himself. He got ready. He had to work quickly so not to be noticed. She came within arm's reach. He grabbed her. Before she could scream, he covered her mouth with his right hand and with his left, he injected the sleeping agent. She slumped. He looked around to see if he had been noticed. He had not. So he dragged her down the alley and across the field to the abandoned barn. He knew the snow would give away their tracks, so after tying up the girl, throwing her on a pile of old hay, he went out and found a fallen branch from a pine tree. He walked backwards, filling in the tracks. Returning to the barn, he checked on the girl. He almost felt tenderness as he looked on her sleeping face. But that didn't last long. She groaned and stirred. He gave an evil grin. She opened her eyes and tried to sit up, struggling against the ropes that bound her.

"Well, good morning sunshine."

She groaned softly' and struggled. "It's no use little girl."

"Who are you?" Her voice was slurred.

"Me" Roger is my name and you my dear are my meal ticket."

"You are the man in the confectioner's shop. You were eating a candy bar. Just you wait. You won't get away with this. You don't know who've you've pissed off."

"Oh' We'll just see about that."

He gave an evil laugh and pressed the sleeper agent on her neck and injected a second dose. She slumped back" unconscious. He picked up the paper and pen he bought in the village and penned his demands. "If you wish to see your daughter again, you will leave One Million Credits near the well in the village. Otherwise, I will find no reason to spare her life."

He folded the sheet of paper and left the barn. He was whistling as he walked to the cottage, ignoring the stares he got. He had found an old hammer and nails in the barn, so he brought those along. He stopped at the porch of the cottage and tacked the note on the pillar. He turned then disappeared into the crowd.

Murelle GreyMantle

Date: 2017-12-31 16:45 EST
"I'm going back to the cottage, you need your coat. You'll freeze without it" completely ignoring she didn't have one on herself. She jogged to the porch where she saw the note tacked to the pillar. She frowned as she snatched it off and her face became a picture of horror. She screamed. Staggering...she lurched forward as if she would fall over. The shock hit her like a blaster set on stun.

"MILES!! MILES!!"

He came running. "What is it?" Murelle handed him the note with a shaking hand. "Gwyn has been kidnapped."

He snatched the note from her hand, she watched in amazement the change that came over Miles. He was suddenly changed. She knew what had happened. He had become Reaper. His face froze, without a word he went into the cottage and put on his boots, slides a knife in the loops, and picked up his rifle and left. He only stopped and looked at Murelle. "We'll get her back." He disappeared around the cottage. Murelle gave a cold laugh. She almost felt sorry for the kidnapper. He had no idea what he's unleashed.

But she had to tell the queen. She ran through the village, she heard calls to her as she ran. She crossed the courtyard ignoring the elven guard calling out their greeting. She burst into the hallway door, Borin was standing there. He looked alarmed.

"Murelle, what is it?"

"The queen, I must see the queen."

"The queen went to Xenograg's dojo."

She felt herself shake uncontrollably. "Borin, Gwyn's been kidnapped. She's being held for ransom."

Borin felt himself grow angry. He knew what to do. "Erwyn. She will help; she'll take you to the queen." He ran with Murelle to Erwyn's apartment. Thankfully she was there. She was about to go to the dojo herself to see Amanda.

"I must see the queen Erwyn," Murelle was trembling all over. "Gwyn has been kidnapped."

"KIDNAPPED?" Erwyn shouted. Murelle nodded.

"For ransom."

"Mother is in the dojo, come with me." Borin jogged behind them, determined to help. Gwyn was his favorite and he would tear at anyone who threatened her. The three of them ran up the stairs, Murelle was panting. She jumped through the mirror without being told followed by Erwyn and Borin.

"This way." Erwyn said, they went to a different part of the dojo where Xenograg's study was located. The queen stood as the three ran up panting.

"What is it?"

"Gwyn" has....been" kidnapped." Murelle panted. She gave a out a loud cry and fell to her knees. The reality was sinking in. She felt a soft hand on her head and felt herself calm.

"Calm Murelle. We must be calm." She heard the queen say softly in her musical tone. "We'll get her back."

"Miles has already gone in search of her." Murelle answered with a calmer tone of voice. The queen helped to her feet.

"We will help."

Xenograg made no comment but rose and strapped on his sword. "Let's go." He growled.

"We must stop and get my blade in the castle, then organize a search party.? Teleperien said. She was taking charge. Together they ran to the mirror and stepped through into the castle.

Reaper

Date: 2017-12-31 16:55 EST
Miles felt the change, the mask slipped over him with easy and comfort. He face become emotionless, his feelings slide to the dark recess of his mind, his body prepared for a fight.

He slipped his knife into it's sheaf, his gun slide into it's holster on his thigh, alone with his shrunken staff weapon.

He looked to Mure. "To my last breath you will see her again. I promise."

He left through the door. "Tell the Queen....Tell her Reaper has been unleashed and to stay back..." He left mumbling under his breath about bring a mop for afterwards.

He moved quickly and silently through the area to where it had happened.

He stood there in the alley, looking everything like a Reaper as he took in the scene. He saw the drag marks and followed them.

He watch as they disappeared into the snow.

"You are from my world cause you asked for credits." he thought to himself.

He saw some outlying buildings in the close distance, unused and covered in snow. He left the area to move around the alley and behind the buildings from the grove of trees.

QueenTeleperien

Date: 2017-12-31 18:03 EST
Once inside the castle, they ran down the stairs, through the library and into the hall. There was a guard. "Where is Gwindor?" Tele asked.

"He is in the courtyard Lady."

"Gather the guard. We have an emergency."

"Yes Lady." He bowed and ran to gather the guard together. The queen stopped at her apartment and quickly changed into fighting gear then strapped on her blade. Gwindor was in search of the queen. The news of the kidnapping had spread like fire through the castle.

"The guard is mustering Lady." He said. "We will be ready in short order."

"Very good. We must search for Gwyn. Her life is in danger."

"Aye Lady."

He shouted orders to the guard. "We must search every inch of Sawrey and surrounding farms."

By this time, the Rangers were mustered. They had similar orders. They spread out. The queen walked to the village, which by this time knew of the kidnapping and were out on the street shouting. The queen walked into the center of the village and held up her hand. Gwindor called for silence. At once the shouting dropped to a murmur.

"Good people, return to your homes. We have this in hand. We will find Gwyn."

Murelle was shivering. After the shock of the kidnapping was leaving, she felt the cold. The queen said. "Let's go to the cottage and get your coat Murelle. You're cold."

Murelle only nodded and walked numbly to the cottage". Pulled on her coat. She felt the wool warm her arms and legs. The queen nodded.

"Come it grows dark. We must find her before the darkness falls."

Teleperien was angry. A very pissed off queen. Her face was like stone, her eyes like flat slate. She was a danger to anyone who crossed her. She growled "The filth will pay for this."

"Lady. I must warn you. Do not interfere with Miles. He is no longer Miles, but he is now a Marine called Reaper. A trained killer."

"Indeed?" Tele answered coldly. "Very well. But I want to watch."

Borin spoke up. "You speak for me as well Lady."

"Come, let's find our Gwyn."

Tele could see that the guard and rangers were combing the area, her elvish senses at their height. She strained to hear anything. Nothing yet. Xenograg looked like he was scanning as well; he put his hand on his blade. "This way." He said, pointing.

"No interfering Xenograg." Murelle warned. "Miles" that is Reaper is dangerous."

"We will contain the place. Protect Gwyn from harm."

Suddenly Tele pointed to a barn that seemed old and deserted. "There. They're in there."

They heard a yell and a scream. A male scream of pain. Obviously Miles" that is Reaper was already there.

Slowly they descended on the barn" the guard arrived, the queen told them quietly not to attack or interfere. They were to contain the area to prevent escape and to protect Gwyn. They nodded in acknowledgement. They slowly went inside and gathered in the doorways and watched in amazement. The queen was transfixed as she watched...Reaper....tear into the kidnapper. She saw what Murelle was speaking of. He would be a danger to them. Murelle cried out when she saw Gwyn, pointing. She was tied up, looking terrified. And she was out of reach.

Reaper

Date: 2017-12-31 18:46 EST
Reaper slowly made his way to the last barn, making careful to make his steps quiet as he approached the door. He took a peak around the window. He didn't see anyone but he noticed the fresh snow by the door with the large boot prints.

"Hmm.." He slowly made his way in and started to clear the barn, making sure no one would pop up and surprise him.

He rounded the corner and found Gwyn, tied up and out cold on a pile of hay. "Shit....Gwyn..." He moved down and scanned her with a palm scanner. He pulled out a small band aid like disk and applied it to her neck. The Dermal drug would wake her up slowly. He started to cut the binds on her feet when he was tackled from the side Hard...

He grabbed his attacker and rolled him and flipped him against the wall, Reaper sprung up ready to attack, who ever this man was, he was tough.

"Who are you?" Demanded Reaper....With a scream the man lunged at Reaper. With a quick grab, and a kick to the knee, a loud crack was heard, the kidnapper was twisted over and tossed back onto the ground, as Reapers Knee moved up into his groin area.

"I won't ask again..."

The kidnapper, bared his teeth, and rolled away from another strike from Reaper. Reaper could hit. "Roger...That's all i am going to tell you. That brat is mine go get your own toy to play with..." He lunged to Reaper again, pulling out a small blade and plunging it into Reaper's side.

A small grunt was all Reaper said as he pulled the man's blade out and tossed it to the side. "You are to stupid to even know who you kidnapped..."

He pulled out his own knife which was bigger, shiner, and sharper. "That girl is named Gwyn, and she is the Daughter of my heart. Her Mom is almost my sister. And you my friend have crossed with the wrong person."

Roger looked at him. "WHo are you?" He moved a step back...

Miles smirked...."Reaper..." He lunged, with 5 quick motions with his arm. Deep slashes appeared on the man's thighs, arms and across his chest.

Roger screamed as he was sliced. Reaper dropped the knife and just started to land blow after blow onto the man. With in minutes Roger was a heap on the ground, barley breath, only a small groan could be heard from his battered chest.

Putting pressure onto his wound he walked over to Gwyn, broke the binds from her legs and wrist, scooping her up he walked over to the door...

"GWYN!!!!!" He felt hands take her from him, but knew Mure was there...

Reaper turned to the guards. "Get that piece of trash out of my sight..." He nodded to the Queen..."Ma'am.."

He took 3 steps away and collapse, a steady pull of blood started to stain the snow around him...

QueenTeleperien

Date: 2017-12-31 19:24 EST
He felt as if eyes were upon him. He opened his eyes opened as stretched out his legs., his breathing was labored. He stared at an elf, beautiful, yet he saw death in her eyes. She was the warrior queen now, not the benevolent ruler most knew her for. His eyes widened as he watched her draw her blade and held it under his nose.

"Not quite dead yet?" Her voice was cold and held an odd musical tone. That in itself make him shake. "I am the queen of this realm, you have come to the wrong place and took the wrong person for ransom. I will show no mercy, my insight is you have done this before and have no regrets."

His eyes showed he was terrified. For the first time in his miserable life. "You will never do this again."

Just below the skin, pushed in the blade near his navel, she drew the sword up, the skin sliced open, blood gushed. He shuddered and groaned as the sword made it's way up his torso. She stopped at his chest. She drew out the sword and laid the tip just over his heart. She gave him one last look then plunged the sword into his heart, ripping it in half.

He gave a shudder....then his breath sighed out and his eyes went empty.

Satisfied she yanked the sword out and wiped the blood off with his jacket. She looked at a stunned guard. "Take him and burn his carcass."

"Yes Lady." Two elven guard came forward and picked up the body and carried it out. Tele felt the anger drain out and turned to see that Xenograg was watching. His face was unreadable. Tele just turned away, not caring what he thought for the moment.

"Lady' Teleperien." It was Murelle calling out. She was holding her hand to Mile's body. Blood was gushing between her fingers. "Help."

She knelt in the snow next to Miles and laid her hand on the wound. At first her hand flashed white, and then it turned transparent as she held the wound. It slowly closed, the flow of blood ceased and the pain was removed. With a sigh she sat back on her heels. At that time, Tele took a quick peek at his memories. What she saw almost knocked to the ground. He was dangerous as Reaper, but then so could she.

"He'll still be a little weak, I cannot replace blood." She held her hand to his head."Miles come back to us."

She kept her hand in place as his eyes fluttered then opened. He looked around a bit confused. He felt his side and the wound was gone. She removed her hand from his head.

"How do you feel Master" Miles, or should I call you Reaper?? She asked with a little amusement in her face.

Reaper

Date: 2017-12-31 19:31 EST
"How do you feel Master" Miles, or should I call you Reaper?" She asked with a little amusement in her face.

He felt the wound close, then knit back together. The pain lifted away from his body as he breathed out a small sigh of relief.

"Miles is fine Ma'am. Reaper is....He is...Asleep. For what of a better word."

HE slowly sat up, looking around...."Gwyn?"

He no sooner gotten the words out of his mouth then he was encased in hug of epic proportions from said girl...

Murelle GreyMantle

Date: 2017-12-31 22:37 EST
After taking Gwyn from Miles, Murelle cries out as Miles dropped to his knees and then face first into the snow. She hurried to him and turned him to his back.

"Does anyone have something I can put on this wound" It's deep; I can't stop it with my fingers alone!" The queen, where was the queen" She was delayed by some unfinished business or so it seemed. She pressed her little hands as hard as she could again the bloody mess. She cursed herself for the medikit was back at the cottage, at least it would stop the blood. The queen finally arrived and it closed in a couple minutes if it took that long. The blood was not even on her hands.

"How do you feel Master" Miles, or should I call you Reaper?" She asked with a little amusement in her face.

"Miles is fine Ma'am. Reaper is....He is....Asleep. For what of a better word."

He slowly sat up, looking around...."Gwyn?"

He no sooner gotten the words out of his mouth then he was encased in hug of epic proportions from said girl...

Murelle smiled at Gwyn when she tackled Miles. Gwyn was obviously grateful. "Thank you? She gave him kisses all over his face.

"You saved me." She smiled widely. Murelle needed to leave this god awful place and wanted to get away from it. Her rollercoaster of emotions since the Yule had taken its toll. She'll get more grey hair after this episode.

"Let's go home."

Miles struggled to his feet, he swayed a little Gwyn stayed at his side so he could hold on to her if he feels weak. So they left the barn, they could see a large fire where they were burning the body of the kidnapper.

"What was his name?" Tele almost asked to herself. "Lady, his name was Roger. He was totally evil." Miles answered.

"I don't think that was his name. I'll bet if you could find something of his, like anything personal to get DNA off him, I'd bet you 10 to 1 He's been wanted in several precincts." Murelle answer with grim smile.

"He made enemies in the Village. No one liked him He was rude and insulted everyone he interacted with." Murelle continued; "To the confectionary shop where he insulted the clerk by eating a candy with bad manners and dropped the wrapper on the floor while he thanked him for the candy bar. He left. This upset the clerk. He felt insulted. And he went to the Pub where he managed to insult the tender. He cut down me and Gwyn. The tender shot back."

?You know little of the Baroness. And her daughter is a sweetie. You would think she would be stuck up. They are well off and are very generous with it."

"I don't think I've felt greater evil." It was Erwyn. She had gone off with the guard to search different areas of Sawrey. She joined them just as Miles finished with 'Roger'.

They all walked back to the village and they cried out their good nights and the queen, Xenograg, and the rangers and the elven guard returned to the castle.

Murelle opened the door to the cottage and felt the tension leave her and her head swam. She felt sleepy. The tension, abject fear and worry wore her out. She said good night to Gwyn and Miles. She went to her room and put on her flannel nighty, pulled back the blankets and crawled into bed. Her heart was happy. Gwyn was safe and at home. The kidnapper got his body beat and was killed by the queen. She was dangerous when she was angry. Murelle smiled as she felt herself fall into a deep sleep.

Murelle GreyMantle

Date: 2018-01-01 05:31 EST
Gwyn felt the truma and terror slowly ebb away. She closed her eyes felt herself ease into sleep. She was cuddling with Miles in front of the fireplace. Her breath eased. She felt safe with Miles.

She felt herself lifted and carried. She was being tucked into bed and fell into a deep sleep. But she had a dream about the kidnapping. She heard herself scream. Miles ran into her room and held her close. She was trembling all over. She started to cry. Miles started to sing to her in a soft voice. She felt a soft hiss on her neck. She felt herself relax and smiled. She felt love for him. He was her hero. She felt herself fall back to sleep.

Murelle GreyMantle

Date: 2018-01-01 20:19 EST
The next morning Murelle was in the kitchen puttering around. Making coffee and setting the table. Miles stumbled into the kitchen looking a little bleary eyed. "Good Morning!" She cried out. She walked over to him and gave him warm hug. "What do you want for breakfast' Anything you want."

She went silent and looked at Miles. "I heard Gwyn scream last night. I got up and went to her room, and I watched you calm her and helped her back to sleep. I went to check on Gwyn again and you were sitting next to her. You must sat there all night, didn't you?"

Reaper

Date: 2018-01-01 21:54 EST
Miles yawned as he walked into the kitchen. He noticed Mure already awake and just shook his head...

She went silent and looked at Miles. "I heard Gwyn scream last night. I got up and went to her room, and I watched you calm her and helped her back to sleep. I went to check on Gwyn again and you were sitting next to her. You must sat there all night, didn't you?"

He just offered a smile. "All part of the service." He grabbed a drink of water first, then started to lace up his boots.

"I think I am going to go for a light jog real quick, through the town, up to the castle and back." He holstered his staff weapon and zipped up his hoodie.

"As for breakfast, coffee and toast is all I eat in the mornings, all these big breakfast you are giving me, they are just going to spoil me rotten. I may never leave." He smiled and headed out the door.

****

Miles had made good time, down the path and through the town, he was lost in his own world, his thighs burned, his feet hurt but his mind was calm as the cold air filtered through his lungs. His boots crunched down into the fresh snow that had fallen. Before he knew it he was jogging through the main court yard at the castle. Workers stopped and watch as he jogged around and headed back out the gate.

"HALT!!!" Was the only warning he got as he ducked and rolled, the sound of a sward swiping the air where his head just was could be heard. He bounced up onto his feet, at the ready position...

"You there, stand with your arms out. You are under arrest..."

Miles looked at the guard, or guards, 8 of them all armed and ready. "I beg your pardon' Do you know who I am?" He wasn't trying to sound important, but really...

"We know who you are....'The Reaper'." They way he said was like something vile in his mouth.

"By orders of the queen you are deemed extremely dangerous to the Realm, and will be held in a Cell till suitable transport will carry you back to your own kind....'Spacer'.."

Miles got into a ready position, his hand on his weapon. "Careful there young man, I don't want to hurt you."

The guard look around and smirked. "There are 8 or us, and 1 of you..."

"Your right, go get some more friends. I havn't had breakfast yet..." He pulled his weapon out, in one deft move it extended out to a quarter staff.

The guards lunged at him...

****

Miles had dispatched the 8 guards with in minutes of the first one coming after him. Non were in critical condition, but most may not walk or be able to chew solid foods for awhile.

He managed to make it back to Mure's home, his cheeks red, his breathing heavy.

"Mure..." He stomped off the snow and dirt from his boots before he entered...."I'm back..."

QueenTeleperien

Date: 2018-01-01 22:26 EST
The queen was in the study when she heard if the attack in her courtyard. Some were badly beaten and they exclaimed they tried to arrest Miles. He beat them and ran off.

"Why did you try to arrest him?"

"Lady, he's a menace. He is violent as Reaper."

"I never gave an order to arrest him. Who did?"

"Gwindor lady."

"I see. Gwindor has no right to issue such an arrest."

She stood and brushed past the beaten guards and went in search of Gwindor. She found him in the courtyard. She was angry.

"Why did you try to arrest Miles?"

"Lady, he's a danger to us all, as Reaper."

"Reaper saved Gwyn's life. Don't ever forget it. Gwindor, you had no right to issue such an order. That is for me to decide. 8 of your guard is badly wounded because he was cornered. Yes, he is dangerous, but only when he's threatened or someone he cares for is in danger. You are demoted. You are no longer captain of the guard."

Gwindor was stunned. He put his hand on his chest and bowed. The queen went back into the castle. She looked for the guards that were beat and healed them. They were only following orders. She informed them that Gwindor is no longer captain of the guard. And if they try to arrest Miles again, she would kick them out of the guard all together.

Reaper

Date: 2018-01-02 07:11 EST
Miles stood at the window in the kitchen. He had just finished washing up the dishes from breakfast. Mure had protested but he wanted to help. Her and Gwyn had curled up in front of the fire just chatting. Gwyn was still shaken from her ordeal. No matter how much Mure told her it was alright and she would be fine he knew that deep down there was still fear about the whole thing.

"Alright..." He spoke mostly to himself as he dried his hands off..

He walked into the living room. "Gwyn, I was thinking of making dinner tonight, and i need some somethings in town. Why don't you come with me..." He paused...."With your mother's permission of course." He winked at Mure.

"Maybe if your mom can do it, I have to check in at Stars End. If we have time, we can go and check on my Runabout as well."

Gwyn looked up at her mother who gave her a brief nod with a smile. As Gwyn ran off to get ready, she handed Miles the portal stone.

"Promise i will keep her safe. Besides, I think a little chat would do her some good as well. And some time alone for you. Hot bath, some type of fruity drink....Figure few hours, Maybe a quick flight....Something to get her mind off of what had happened."

He started to pull his jacket on.