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Hillary Fay · Visitor Joined: 06 Jul 2006 Posts: 8

As Hillary galloped toward the hostel after a brief patrol of Sanctus, she noticed Uther and Matilda standing outside. Her eyes widened at the look of shock in Matilda's eyes. Hillary gave one glance between the two of them and her eyes flared with disgust. She knew.. Her heart sank into her stomach.

"Matilda we be needin ta speak now." She said rather calmly, then motioning for the hostel doors. Hillary led Matilda into one of the private rooms and stood waiting for her to speak. Matilda was shaking softly in her stance. By the looks of her, Hillary could tell she was terrified. "Wut just happen'd between the two of ya?" Hillary asked in a nauseated tone. "An dun be lyin ta me, or Ill smite ya where ya stand." Matilda gulped agains't a dry throat and spoke softly. "I will not lie to you friend. He told me I was beautiful.. and his eyes.... his eyes kept looking at me longing. As if he were a lonely soul looking for asylum. He also spoke of my beauty and wiped crumbs from my face." Matilda quickly looked down at her feet. "That be all I needta know" Hillary said dryly. With one soft push she swept past Matilda, opening the door.

She marched right for Uther and glared argrily at him. "How dare ya!" She screamed in his face. Hillary couldn't stop herself now and she lashed out, backhanding Uther across the cheek. He winched momentarily before staring straight in her eyes. "Ya touch'd her face! Ya told her she was beautiful! YA TOUCHED HER!" Hillary screamed in his face. "Beat me if you want but it was a mistake Hillary, and it wasn't like that." He replied softly.

Hillary quickly unsheathed her talonbite and drove it into his chestplate, knocking him off his feet, onto his back. She then sheathed her weapon and walked back inside the hostel, tears welling in her eyes. She fought them back and went for 2 ales. Hillary sat down in a chair and put her face into her hands, her bottles of ale sitting in front of her. For once she had no taste for it. She wanted to cry or break something. Instead she sat, her face in her palms and contemplated what she would do now. She had finally opened her heart to a man after her last experience only to have it crushed again.

Uther suddenly walked in the hostel and screamed her name at the top of his lungs. "Hillary!" She looked up from her palms and glared him down.

"Leave me be Uther, we got nothin ta be talkin 'bout, wuts dun is dun." He replied, "You don't understand, its not what it seems!" "Ya was touchin her face and hittin on her Uther, dun play coy with meh!" Hillary said in a depleted, broken voice. "Was ya drinkin?" "Yes.. Yes I was." He replied, looking down at the hostel tiles, ashamed. "Well that ale be costin ya meh Uther, I hope ya enjoy'd it."

With that being said, Hillary stood up from her chair and walked past him without looking back. She pushed the hostel door open with such force, it slammed into the brick. As she mounted her steed, she noticed Uther running out after her. "If ya be followin meh, I be callin it harrassment, so let meh go in peace" She almost cried the words she spoke. "I don't care.." He replied, following her down the road a bit. "I love you Hillary and always have, you are my world. It was a mistake, please understand!" He cried out to her. "It be too late, Ya made yer bed, now lie in it." She galloped away before he could mount his steed. She pushed her horse to the limit, bolting down the road. Hillary found a quiet spot next to the star bridge and dismounted. She leaned over the edge of the bridge and let out a soft cry. How could he do this.. How could he. She stood there, looking out into the void and cried, untill she had no tears left. How she loved him. How could she live without him when she had just learned to love again? Only time would tell... and a few ales.

Uther Pendragon · Visitor Joined: 06 Jul 2006 Posts: 9

It had been an eventful day. Uther arrived in Vesper to help with the ophidian raids that had broken out all over Britannia. To his surprise and delight, his beloved Hillary was there, and a surpise to no one, she was in the middle of the fray. His heart raced as he watched her grace and skill in dispatching these snake-like creatures. He worried for her safety, but he and everyone else knows that she can more than hold her own against anyone or anything. She was unaware of his presence, until she looked up from slaying an avenger. "Uther, she said, nice ta' see ya' her'." Uther smiled and replied, "It is good to see you to love." As they were exchanging pleasantries, Miss Matilda rode up. "Ya' be knowin Matilda righ'?", said Hillary. "Yes, we have met before, briefly.", stated Uther. "Hail and well met mlady." "Hail, sir.", said Matilda. "Well, I be goin' back to tha' fray, sta' close to meh' if ya comin.", said Hillary. The three rode with her and kept her healed as she took out the remaining foes. "I'm goin ta' patrol the rest of tha city, if ya' be needin meh', send a pigeon.", said Hillary. With that, she kicked her heels and rode off to finish her mission.

"Are you staying here?" said Matilda. "No mlady, if I do, I will surely perish." "I need to improve my skills more if I am to be any help.", said Uther. "Would you like a gate back to Sanctus?", said Matilda. "Yes, thank you.", said Uther. With that, she summoned the gate, and they stepped through to the back of Hanse's Hostel. They walked through the back door, and took a seat inside the establishment. They got themselves ale, kicked back and talked of the days events that took place. "So, how long have you known Hillary?", stated Uther. "It seems like ages.", said Matilda. "We trained when her skills were still new." "Now, I cannot best her in combat anymore. She has grown to be quite impressive." "Indeed, said Uther, but I do worry for her. I do not want to lose her like my last......" "Lose her? said Matilda, that doesnt sound like the Hillary I know." "Well, I..we...that is....said Uther, well do you remember the monsoon?" "Yes, but I wasn't around for it.", stated Matilda. "Well, said Uther, that night I pledged my love for her." "Ahh...said Matilda, many men have." Uther looked down, then at Matilda and smiled. "That me be mlady, but I am not one of those many men." They both exchanged quick smiles and drank more ale. Asher walked in and sat. Matilda said that Asher doesnt have to worry about romance issues, because he is single. Asher replied that he found someone quite special, and would wait as long as it takes for her. As he made that statement, the very woman whom he was talking about walked through the door, Roxxy DuBois.

They all exchanged greetings and drank more ale. Asher displayed his talents with food as he cut the bread, meat, and cheese with precision. He gave all a sandwich, and they ate. Mlady, you have a little food left on your cheek., said Uther as he quickly wiped it away. Roxxy smiled as she looked at Matilda and Uther. Uther noticed her looking at them and stated: "We are not a couple mlady, but she is a beautiful woman and would make a great catch to any man in Brittannia." Matilda briefly blushed at Uther, and in turn Uther smiled and raised his ale to her. The four enjoyed the rest of the night as it wore on. Uther began to wonder what was taking Hillary, and he began to worry. He hoped that see would be alright. He suddenly felt ashamed of the event that just took place, with Matilda. He hoped he didnt offend her, but he felt he needed to let her know that he was sorry, and that he didnt mean anything by it.

He stood up from the table and said: "Matilda, can I see you outside for a moment?" "Yes, I suppose so.", said Matilda. They went outside, and Uther looked at her. "Matilda, I am sorry." "Sorry for what?" Matilda said. "For wiping your face, and I hope that you didnt think I was making advances on you, you know how I feel about Hillary." "Ahh...no offense taken, Uther, I know you meant well." Uther was about to breathe a sigh of relief when Hillary appeared. "Hillary!" Uther said happily, but the look on Hillary's face made him feel very uncomfortable. She shoved between the two and went inside. Uther and Matilda looked at each other with worry, and then followed her inside. "Matilda, I need ta be talkin' to ya, now!" Hillary said. As she walked away, she looked at Uther as if she wanted him to die a horrible death right on the spot.

Uther suddenly felt ill, and went outside for some fresh air. He wondered why Hillary was so angry. He didnt cheat on her, and he apologized to Matilda for anything that may have offended her. He feelings told him that something bad was going to happen, and sadly, his feelings were about to come to fruition.

Uther was looking out at the darkness listening to the sounds of night, when he heard the door open, he was too deeply in thought to turn around and look to see who it was. He was tapped hard on the shoulder and her turned to see his beloved Hillary, but it was the way she looked that really dishelved him. Her beautiful green eyes seemed to be no longer green, rather they looked to be on fire as was the rest of her. He was so distracted by her anger that he didnt see the force of which her right hand was coming for his head. SMACK!! "YA TOUCHED HER, UTHER, HOW COULD YOU!!!" Hillary screamed. "Wait, said Uther, you have it all wrong, I Love You!" "YA CALLED HER BEAUTIFUL, AN' YA TOUCHED HER FACE!!!" she said. "My love, Uther replied, please allow me to explain." Hillary wasnt hearing any of that as she quickly grabbed her TalonBite and drove it straight into his chest plate, sending him crashing to the ground. She turned and ran into the Hostel, leaving him in utter shock. He could not believe what just happened, but he was undeterred.

After he gathered his bearings, he ran into the Hostel after her. "HILLARY!!" Uther screamed. She looked at him and said: "Ther' be nothin' mor' ta' talk about!" "My love, please.", Uther pleaded, "you havent given me a chance to explain." "Ther' be nothin' left ta' explain.", said Hillary. "Ya been drinkin'?" "Yes, love, I have nothing to hide from you.", said Uther. "Then ya' made yer choice, ya' made ya' bed, now ya' lie in it.", Hillary said. With that, she ran out and mounted her steed to leave. Uther was not about to lose the love of his life over a misunderstanding, so he quickly gave chase. "My love, WAIT!" Uther almost screamed. "Uther, If ya be following me, I will call it harrassment.", said Hillary. "Then so be it!", said Uther defiantly. "Please, love, dont do this!" His plea fell upon deaf ears as Hillary rode off in the distance. He couldnt believe it....he had lost the one thing that given him meaning in his new life, and he couldnt bear the thought of not being without her. She was all that mattered to him, and he would be damned to give up. Uther slowly walked back into the Hostel, now empty, and void of life. He sat in the very chair that he first met his beloved Hillary, put his head in his hands, and he shed his first tear for the first time since he had been back alive. "Hillary.......I Love You...and I will not give up on us....we were meant to be...find it in your heart to forgive me love, for I did not mean to insult or disrespect you...our love will survive.....",Uther thought to himself as he readied for his long and lonely journey home....

Miss Matilda · Visitor Joined: 19 Jul 2006 Posts: 1

Matilda leaned forward against the fence behind Hanse's watching the menfolk spar as she had done so many times before...almost in a daze watching them blow for blow.. her thoughts were elsewhere. Hearing the sound of swords and shields clashing against one another could not snap her out of her thoughts... until a familair scent filled the air...

Matilda was a content soul, she was a free unattached woman and preferred it that way and gave no thoughts to love or companionship, until now... Hillary was probably the closest thing she could call a friend, lthough they usually only acted as recent aquaintences. Both knew that if there was trouble, the other would be there to back them up in a pinch, even tho no words were ever said, it was an unexpressed loyalty.

Hillary came bolting thru the back door in her Hillary way... "Matilda! Ye never be guessin' whats goin' on in the fair city of Vesper! Ophidians!" Grabbing Matilda's hand pulling her along, almost knocking her off her balance, and before she could say a word they were off to do what Hillary loved best.

They arrived in Vesper to find it overrun with Ophidian for sure. Without hesitation Hillary drew her sword and began riding the city of these wretched beasts. Matilda looked on with amazement of her precision and determination to send these Ophidians to a cold grave. Watching her back as usual.. Matilda was caught in a daze once again as she watched Hillary hack away, not noticing her health was fading. "In Vas Mani In Vas Mani", Matilda cry'd out frantically stretching her hand out concentrating hard on Hillary's life. But despite her attempts Hillary fell to the ground lifeless... Matilda looking down at her limp body on the ground in front of the majestic creature before her, she quickly picked up Hillary's sword finishing him off with it. Immediatly then holding her sword in front of her toward Hillary's body as if to channel thru it... she uttered the incantation.. "An Corp.. ." Hillary's face began to flush with color again as she coughed and gasped for a first breath. Matilda craddled her a bit offering some water from her canteen. Matilda moved a strand of a hair with a lone finger from between her lips back behind Hillarys ear..After drinking she felt better and pushed Matilda off her.. "Thats quite enough of that Mat, there be no reason for ya to be holding me like a lil babe now is there? Or you be tasting my sword as well!" Passing by her she gave Matilda a slight thank you smile and a wink, letting her know in her own way that she appreciated what she did for her. They exited the house where the fight had taken place and as they did a tall horse stood before them, with a handsome man upon it. Hillary looking up and upon seeing who it was exclaimed, "Uther! ye came!" Smiling he said to her, "Hail my maiden, tis good to see you again love." "You have met Matilda havn't you?", she said to Uther. "Yes he said with a smile." Matilda noded to him and smiled. "Now Matilda, be lookin after him and not like ye did just now, he's not as skilled as you and I yet." Hillary glared at Matilda. Matilda noded and kept her word, Uther remained unharmed. After a while Hillary needed to return to her duties and said farewell to them both, Hillary seemed to stare longer than usual at Uther when she departed, which Matilda noticed for the first time. Matilda thought to herself, Had Hillary finally learned to open her heart to a man no less? This puzzled her, for this must be indeed a special man. Matilda knew of Hillary's past with men, she understood her more than most probably when it came to that, she too had been scorned but it was long ago. After Hillary left, it seemed pointless to stay since she had slain every Ophidian in sight, so Matilda offered Uther a gate back to Sanctus Territory, where they shared an
ale together and relaxed at the Hostel.

Matilda tried to make awkward conversation with Uther, she was not used to relaxing with the men, much less one that was so handsome, Hillary had landed a nice looking one she thought to herself. "Oh forgive me M'lady, my thoughts are elsewhere I'm afraid", Uther said. "Same." Matilda said, her thoughts wondered about the evenings events with Hillary often bringing a curious smile to her lips.

Matilda finished her ale and after a while Uther began to inquire about Hillary. Matilda looked at him confused, she figured he knew the answers to the questions he was asking her, they seemed close already. Matilda was careful not to be saying too much tho. This Uther character didn't need to know what he was asking and certainly not from Matilda's lips. "So you've known each other long?" Uther asked, "Hillary and I?", she pondered.. "Wow.. its been so long, seems like I've known of her
for a good long while." "Ah, so you two spend a good amount of time together?", Uther asked. "Well, we spar alot, usually in the late evenings when no one is around and she's off duty, she always seems a bit .. restless, and I'm happy to oblidge. Her skill has already surpassed me and I end up on my back more often than not these days." Uther raised an eyebrow at her as if she had said something wrong. "On your back?, I wish she'd land me on my back a time or two." Uther said. Matilda raised the same eyebrow at him. "Well its not fun I can tell you that, and I seem to be on the loosing end alot these days." Matilda rubbed her hind end as she said those last words but with a faint smile hoping Uther didn't notice.

The night went on and the empty bottles of ale began to overtake the table... Uther looked at Matilda and said, "Any man would be lucky to have you Matilda, you are very beautiful". Matilda blushed and looked down away from him. At that moment Asher joined them at their table, they talked about love and life for a bit, then Asher began to make sandwiches for them all. As they feasted upon the food before them Uther raised his hand aiming for Matilda's cheek, removing a few crumbs
from her face. She smiled and thanked him, but mostly ignored the gesture. Roxxy then joined them as well and after a bit Uther asked to speak with Matilda privately. She looked awkwardly at the two that joined them.. giving them a weird look but she relentlessly rose from the table and followed Uther out the front doors of the Hostel. Closing the door behind her looking at him like she could be of some sort of strange service to him.. "Yes Uther? Whats so important that you had to drag me outside?" "M'lady Matilda", he said respectfully, I must apologize to you if I led you on in anyway inside there, I have had a tad too much to drink tonight." "Say no more Uther, its ok, maybe you should head home for the night?" With those words he looked away from her with a smile, Hillary was walking up to the Hostel, she stopped to look at them both but starred at
Uther longer and harder. "Matilda, I be needin' to speak with ya right away please." Matilda looked to Uther worried.

Following Hillary inside she met her in the private room. "Just what might you two be talkin' about?", Hillary said to her, "And don't ya be a lyin' to meh, I have no qualms about smitin' ye down." Matilda began to shake at the tone of Hillary's voice... "Well he called me beautiful, and wiped some crumbs from my face but... " "Thank you Matilda", Hillary interrupted her, "Thats all I be needin' to know". Before she could explain that she totally ignored all gestures she gently pushed Matilda out of the way and walked straight to Uther. Matilda left the hostel upset and worried about her friend, not knowing what to do or how to makes things better she returned to her home. After a while she came back to the Hostel to find Uther talking to himself, mumbling about lost love... Matilda feared the worst.. Hillary and Uther were both in pain, and somehow she had been
the cause of it she thought. Did she lead him on? Had it been the ale talking? Hopefully she would get a chance to speak to Hillary soon about it.

Uther Pendragon · Visitor Joined: 06 Jul 2006 Posts: 9

It was indeed a long journey home....Uther tried desperately to make sense of it all. All he was trying to do is make a new friend, or so he thought. He honestly hoped he didnt offend Miss Matilda, and he also hoped that his only reason for living, Hillary, was not lost. He loved her more than life itself, and he could not bear the thought of losing her, not like this. Uther slowly opened the door to his home, and walked to the teleporter. He stepped off the teleporter and sauntered lifelessly to his bed and laid across it. All he could think of is Hillary. Why did she blow up so quickly? She didnt give him a chance to explain what took place, and worse yet, he could see how angry she was. Did she even love him? He wandered if his actions that night slammed the door on her heart that he so desperately tried to open. He almost wondered if it was a lost cause to try again, but that was not the way out. He would get her back, he had to.....

Uther awoke to find that he had slept most of the following day, and into the evening. He looked out of his window, and he noticed activity in the distance at Blackgard Castle. He quickly found his spyglass and took a closer look. DRILL!!! "Damn it im late." he said to himself as he picked himself up and ran as fast as he could to the castle. He arrived to find everyone on time and looking sharp, compared to himself. He managed to snap a sharp salute to Lord Morus whom was conducting drill that eve, and winced as he put his hand down. "Damn talonbite.", he thought to himself. "Deputy Pendragon, you are late, what is you excuse?" Lord Morus demanded. "I have no excuse m'lord, I accept full responsibility for my tardiness." Uther said. "Very well.", said Lord Morus. "To the bridge and back." Uther saluted, and as he turned, he looked to Hillary, who still had the same fire burning in her eyes. He looked down quickly and ran as fast as he could to the bridge and back. He found that everyone had been dismissed. Lord Morus mentioned that he was easy on him this time and would not tolerate any more tardiness. Uther nodded, saluted and walked toward the Hostel. He observed Hillary and Lord Gailan locked in an intense sparring match. He couldnt help but wonder if she noticed him standing there, watching her every move, her every fiber, her entire being. He longed for her touch, the feeling of the first kiss they shared. He wanted it so badly, but he knew that it was the furthest thing from her mind as he watched her. They finally finished, and they both exchanged pleasantries and walked away. He looked to her way, hoping she would see him. She finally did, but it was not what he was looking for....She rolled her eyes in digust and walked the opposite way. Uther simply looked down and sighed softly. "How could she do that?" "I thought she loved me, but I guess I was wrong...but I will not give up." Uther thought to himself.

Uther slowly walked away. At that moment, he decided that he needed some time away from Sanctus, away from everything to clear his mind. He wondered if anyone would notice he was gone. Just in case, he would leave a message for Hillary in the Warden's office on her desk. Uther finished packing his things he would need as he would be gone for a couple of days. He settled his nerves, and he began to write to Hillary:

My Dearest Love,

I am off to collect my thoughts, away from the madness. I love you dearly Hillary, and I am soo sorry that I angered and hurt you. You are my everything, my air that I breathe. I cannot live without you, but yet, you will not let me near you. I meant you no harm, and no disrespect. When I pledged my love to you, it was forever, not for a short time. I love deeply, and it hurts me that you do not want to be near me. So I am off to recollect my thoughts, and to try to make sense of my broken life that I thought was coming back together again. I have not and will not give up on our love, because it was meant to be. I will never stop loving you and you will have to smite me to get rid of me, because I am here to stay. I hope this finds you doing well my love, and when I return, I hope that you will see me, and give me another chance.

Lovingly Yours,
Uther Pendragon

Uther finished up his letter and made his way out of the Sanctus jail. He slowly walked into Hillary's office, and stood there for a moment. He closed his eyes and visualized the good times they had together in the short time they had known each other. He gently placed the letter on her desk, kissed his fingers and gently placed them on the picture of her that sat on her desk. He turned and walked away with a tear in his eye to begin his journey.......

Hillary Fay · Visitor Joined: 06 Jul 2006 Posts: 8

Hillary rode up to the hostel and dismounted, latching her horse up to the hitching post. She opened the big metal doors and walked inside, grabbing a few ales from Ardith. As she sat down at one of the tables she heard a door open behind her and turned to look. Bloody hell..... it was Uther.

"HIllary, please, we need to talk." He said softly to her. "Wuts there ta talk 'bout Uther?" She replied. "You wouldn't hear me out before, please listen to me. You are my heart and soul. I love you more then.." "Just stop Uther, Ya lyin and I be knowin it." Hillary stopped him cold in his words. A few patrons in the hostel were listening intently, throwing their opinions out. "He seems to be sincere." said a woman that looked of royalty, wearing lavish garbs and a circlet of gold. "I dun be carin whatcha think miss" replied Hillary dryly. "My love is only for you Hillary, can't you see that?" Uther questioned her.

"You are the one." He kept on. The room seemed to fall silent during their conversation, everyone watching. "If ya loved meh, ya woulda waited fer me, instead ya just could't wait for 'nother lovely lady ta cross yer path." Hillary said softly, looking down at her sandles. "Love, I didn't cheat on you." Uther said looking directly into her eyes. "I open'd meh heart ta ya and that dont cum 'round everyday fer me. Ya know this. Ya knew how vulnerable I was" Hillary pushed back tears. "Love I know that, and I didn't mean to hurt you. I love you and only you. You have to believe me! You are my world, my air.." "FOR BLOODY GODS SAKE BE BLUNT, WHATCHA WUNT FROM MEH!" She screamed at him.

"I love you and want you back. Is that blunt enough for you?" He said with a gently smile. "I swear ta the virtues ya ever do anythin like this again and Ill smite ya." She said with a sly grin. Uther moved closer to Hillary and wiped the a tear off her cheek. "I love you Hillary, let us try this again." He smiled and moved closer, embracing her. "I be lovin ya too Uther." she whispered in his ear and they hugged each other tightly. He leaned in for a soft kiss and Hillary was startled but gave in, kissing him back softly, letting her lips linger on his for a moment. He ran his fingers through her hair and softly whispered. "I have longed to be this close to you for so long. I don't want to let you go ever again." Another soft kiss was in order, then Hillary pulled away ever so gently. "I gotta go patrol again Uther but I will be back soon enough."

Hillary looked at him one last time as she pushed open the big, metal doors. Her heart fluttered once again for him. The sorry lout. She thought, chuckling to herself. The bloody charm on that one is gonna get me into alot of trouble. Hillary unlatched her horse from the hitching post and slid into the saddle. She looked back at the hostel with a soft smile... Here we go again.... she thought as she rode off.