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Post by Figwit on May 31, 2008 0:29:09 GMT -5
*Figwit reached a slender finger out to Gawain before glancing seriously up at Malefica.*
"Your daughter is under the impression that you left her," *he said mildly.*
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Post by Malefica on May 31, 2008 1:49:42 GMT -5
*Malefica looked at him, puzzled.*
"Left her? Why would I do that?" *She asked mildly.* "We had an attack of Lilith in Mondego and were forced to fight her back. But the counterattack was only strong enough to give us time to retreat to the security room in the basement. We brought Gawain down there, but we couldn't find Eden anywhere. I have been looking for her ever since."
*She looked mildly at him.*
"From the words you say, I understand that you have spoke to her after I saw her last. Do you know her whereabouts?"
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Post by Gawain on May 31, 2008 6:55:37 GMT -5
*Gawain happily grasped the finger offered with both hands, then brought his mouth down to suckle it.*
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Post by Figwit on Jun 2, 2008 11:53:03 GMT -5
*Figwit smiled indulgently at the baby, and did not reclaim his finger.*
"She returned to find the house in disarray and her family missing," *he said.* "Are you in danger? Is Eden?"
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Post by Malefica on Jun 2, 2008 12:04:34 GMT -5
*Malefica smiled when she saw how patiently Figwit was with Gawain. That man would be a great father one day. Then she became serious again.*
"To be honest with you, when my mother is on the loose, we are all in danger. And I fear more for Eden than for the rest of us. She is so young, and unprotected. And because of her... inheritance, she will become an easy pray for a woman like Lilith. I fear Lilith will try to use Eden for her own purpose. Eden is so young and naive, and will not be capable of seeing through my mothers schemes."
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Post by Figwit on Jun 2, 2008 12:31:09 GMT -5
*Figwit frowned. He did not think Eden so young or naive, but neither did he wish her danger.*
"I know where she is," *he said.* "But forgive me, Malefica, if I ask if she is safe at home. With Lilith on the loose, as you say."
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Post by Malefica on Jun 2, 2008 12:39:54 GMT -5
*Malefica relaxed, but only for a moment. He had used the word "is", not "was". That meant Eden was still alive.*
"I am glad to hear you say that, Figwit. Is she safe? I regret to tell you that Mondego is not a safe place for children right now. I will try everything in my power to defeat Lilith, but I fear the fight will be long and hard."
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Post by Figwit on Jun 2, 2008 13:13:28 GMT -5
*Figwit nodded, his face sorrowful in sympathy.*
"I do not envy you your fight. But perhaps I can help, in a small way. Let Eden stay here. She will be safe in Lorien. No one knows she is here, and Lilith will not enter. I am fond of her, and I can keep her safe for you."
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Post by Malefica on Jun 2, 2008 13:21:31 GMT -5
*Malefica smiled warmly.*
"I thank you for your kind offer, Figwit. And I accept. Eden will be safe with you. If there is anything I can do for you in return, just let me know when you need my help."
*She smiled and gave him her hand.*
"I brought Eden's horse, to make it easier for her to move around quickly. And if I know Icarus right, he will come to see to her safety as soon as he can. As for me, I have to bring Gawain to my fortress, where he will be protected by Merlin himself. Merlin sends you his greetings and hope you will visit him at my fortress one day. He is eager to get to know you."
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Post by Figwit on Jun 2, 2008 16:07:24 GMT -5
*Figwit nodded, wondering at how easily she acquiesced to his suggestion.*
"I will guard her with my life," *he said quietly.* "And I appreciate the honor of Merlin's interest. I will visit him when I may."
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Post by Malefica on Jun 2, 2008 16:11:29 GMT -5
*Malefica looked into his eyes. Wise as she was, she guessed what he was thinking.*
"It is not with an easy heart I leave my children to others. Put as painful as it is to leave them during the fight against Lilith, the pain I would feel by losing them forever is hundred times worse. Her evil knows no limits. I am strong enough to fight her back, but I will not put my children in harm's way."
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Post by Figwit on Jun 2, 2008 18:13:35 GMT -5
"I understand," *he said.* "You will not regret it. And I hope you will see her again soon."
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Post by Malefica on Jun 2, 2008 18:24:51 GMT -5
*Malefica smiled and placed her hand on his shoulder.*
"I know Eden is safe with you. And that makes it easier for me to leave her here. I hope to meet her soon. Don't leave her out of your sight, Figwit. My mother will do anything in her power to get to her. And she has powerful spies. Please be careful."
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Post by Figwit on Jun 3, 2008 14:53:12 GMT -5
"I'm always careful," *he said seriously.* "She will be safe--and I will get word to you should anything happen you need to know about."
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Post by Malefica on Jun 3, 2008 15:36:28 GMT -5
*Malefica smiled and bowed her head graciously.*
"I thank you, Figwit of Lorien. If you ever should need my help, don't hesitate to ask. I will offer you my help, both as the Princess of Olympus, the Princess of Hell, the Guardian of the Holy Grail and as a witch, should you ever need it."
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