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Hey, so here is the second half of my story. Like it says up top, make sure you read the other part first (Which you can find on my profile). I hope you like it!
Chapter 7: Enter Sylph
After i hung up the phone i felt really dizzy, i had to go lay down some. I laid down on my bed, while looking at the things in my room; The posters i took with me from home, all of the drawings i had on my walls of the things in my stories. I picked up the charm my grandmother gave to me awhile ago. It sure was nice, it was a rather large coin with what looked like a dragon engraved on it. I looked on the back and found it had the name "Ardal" on it, that was the name of my grandfather.
I then started to think about what Brayan said to me. Mischievous fairy? Devil? That cant be what it means, but Brayan wouldn't lie, and hes hardly ever wrong about anything.
"Shit...I cant believe it!" I thought outloud while having my eyes so wide it felt as if they would fall out the sockets.
Really, why didnt i see it earlier!? We went to the dome, accidentally opened it, then we ran. We all had strange experiences pretty much right after that. The next day we saw Puck run out of the dome. Brogan even said that the kid in his house looked just like him. Now, even his name sounds evil. Why didnt i see it before!?
I ran as fast as i could, i had to tell anyone of my friends about what i just found out. I got outside and ran as fast as i could to Carlows house, he apparently went home as i was on the phone with Brayan. When i got there i knocked on his front door.
"Yes?" a woman said as she answered the door
"Could i speak to Carlow?" i asked while still trying to catch my breath
"Oh...your Phiala's grandson Aiden right?" she asked, I nodded
"Well, im sorry, i really am. But Carlow is resting from a very stressful day, could he speak to you when hes ready?"
I didnt want to wait until later to tell Carlow, we had to find Puck now. I dont know how long until he kills someone else. However i know how much hes going through, maybe he needs the time to recover.
I nodded reluctantly
"Okay, have a goodnight then." she said while closing the door
As i was walking away from the house i heard a noise, as if someone was trying to get my attention.
"Hey, guy, over here." someone said
"Huh, yeah what, who are you?" i asked
This boy looked about my age and had brown hair, blue eyes, and kind of an intimidating demeanor. He looked like a rough type of guy.
"Hey, my name's Devin, i saw you yesterday." he said
"What do you mean you saw me?" i asked
"I saw you looking at the 'you-know-what'," he answered
"I dont have time for this, i have things to do, nice meeting you Devin!" i said as i started running
"Stay away from that kid!" he yelled
I stopped suddenly, i started to wonder who he was talking about.
"What kid?" i continued "Your not talking about Puck are you?"
"Puck!? Who the hell is Puck!?" he continued "Im talking about Sylph!"
"Who's Sylph?" i asked
"Sylph, is that kid you have met as of recent, the one who killed those two people." he answered
"Wow, really? Thanks for the information, but i really have to be going!" i said as i started to run again
Im not really sure what this guy was talking about. Who is this Sylph? I mean, i know he specified Puck but...still, where did that name come from?
I finally got back to my house, i decided to go speak to my grandmother a bit.
"Hey grandma,"
"Oh hello Aiden, how are you and Carlow doing?" she asked
"Oh im doing...not so good, i really do miss Brogan, even though i didnt know him for very long." when i said that my eyes started to water, even though he was some what unpleasant at times, he was still beginning to be a good friend.
"Oh Aiden, dont cry...it makes me feel so bad when i cant do much for me family." she said sadly while looking at a portrait of my grandfather
"Aaah, dont feel bad for me grandma, i will be alright." i continued "I am more worried about Carlow" i said in a melancholic manner
My grandmother looked at me and smiled "Aiden, do you know what your name means?" she continued "Aiden means little fire, and your last name Cargan means little rock."
"Really?" i asked tearfully
"I know it may not mean much, but thats what im reminded of when i see how strong of a person you are." she continued "The great ocean itself wont be able to put out the fire thats in you, nor erode the rock. I dont know anyone stronger than my grandson, im proud of you lad."
".....I love you grandma,"
"Oooh, me too lad."
After the conversation i had with my grandmother i went to bed, i couldnt get over what she said to me. I didnt know she thought of me like that. I felt proud of who i was, well not arrogantly, but proud nonetheless.
After the morning came the sun was out in full force. The birds were singing and Killarney looked as beautiful as it always does. But despite of that, i knew today was anything but beautiful, not until i get to the bottom of this mess. I went in search of my grandmother....but she was no where to be seen.
"Mom...wheres grandma?" i asked
She looked at me with the saddest face i have ever seen her have. She looked at me and a picture she has of grandma in her hands, she kept exchanging glances between me and the picture. Her eyes looked as if a great dam was leaking ready to burst.
"Aiden...honey...grandma..." she started
"No...did something...happen to her?" i asked with tears in my eyes
"Aiden, grandma had a heart attack." she said crying
I couldnt believe what i was hearing, i wanted to go and scream on the highest mountain i could find. I felt my emotions were getting so violent that i started getting a migraine. So bad that my teeth felt as if they were going to explode out of my mouth.
"Aiden, shes not dead...shes just in the hospital." she said reassuring me
"Was that her sickness!?" i asked
"She has coronary heart disease, the heart attack is a final warning if something drastic doesnt happen soon." she said
"Well whats happening right now to make her better!?" i yelled
"The doctor is going to do a bypass surgery, hes also going to give her something called Angio-genesis." she continued "The doctor said it may not work, but i have my hopes up."
"Well....atleast i know shes going to pull through, it could be worse right?" i suggested
"Im going to go find Liam and Galvin," i said as i started walking out the house.
I cant believe my grandmother had such a serious illness without telling me. Im not sure what this angiogenesis is but i know it will save her. I made way for Liam's house.
"Hey Aiden, whatsup?" he asked
"Hey Liam, get Galvin and meet up with me near my house." i said
"Ok sure, what about Carlow?" he asked
"He may still need time to recoup, leave him be."
"Okay, be there in a minute."
As i sat waiting for them i looked at the sights around me. Ireland was sure a really nice looking place, but at the same time it harbored secrets that were just as evil as this place was beautiful.
"Hey Aiden, were here!" Liam said
"Cool, now i assume you both know Brogan is dead-"
"Yeah, yeah...we know, dont remind us, we just want revenge." Liam said while cracking his knuckles
"Yeah, who does that kid think he is anyway!?" Galvin chimed
"Hey guys, count me in too!"
I couldnt believe it, it was Carlow. When i last saw him he couldnt stop crying, now he looks like brand new.
"Carlow...are you...sure?" i asked amazed on how quick he recovered, afterall, he saw more than me.
"Yeah, i cant hide away, besides, i have to face my fears." he continued "I knew you were going after Puck, i had to be with you when you did."
"Well actually Carlow, Puck may not be his real name." i continued "I heard from someone named Devin that his name is really Sylph."
Once i said that name...everyone looked like they were going to fall over. Their faces looked as if they have seen a corpse and it was frozen in place.
"You said...Sy...Sy...Syl..." Galvin stuttered while looking in bewilderment
"Sylph!!?" Liam shouted
"Whats wrong guys!?" I yelled
"Aiden...you wouldnt know since you havent been here long enough." Liam continued "But Sylph IS that legendary faery i was talking about!"
"Wow, are you sure!? If you know more tell me!" I demanded
"Well, from what i heard Sylph is a demon faery of sorts." he continued "Back when he was first released he killed hundreds and thousands of people, all anyone will tell us of how he succeeded was preying on your dreams."
"Wow...that is really hard to swallow..." i added
"It gets more weird than that, if Puck really is Sylph, hes no kid, that was over a few hundred years ago." Liam said
"What was a few hundred years ago?"
There he was, standing right in front of us...Puck. I wanted to lash out irrationally and tear him a new one for what hes done and what he could do in the future.
"Puck...where were you yesterday after i went back to my house!?" i demanded
"I went home after that, i wasnt going to wait for you to come out!" Puck shouted back
"Puck dont lie to us!!" Liam chimed
"Aiden...Aiden!"
It was my mom, i was still worked up over Puck, i had to calm myself down before answering her. Especially with my grandmother being seriously ill i didnt want to make her upset because of him.
"Yes mom!?"
"Who are you talking to!?" she asked
"...Im talking to Puck!" i answered
"Who's Puck!?" she asked
"The kid were talking to right now, hes standing right in front of me!" i yelled
"I only see you, Liam, Carlow, and Galvin." she continued "You guys need to lay off the coffee,"
How could she not see him!? He was standing here the entire time, we all saw him! I started to get irritated and i guess Puck could see.
"I guess Aiden and his little buddies finally figured it out with the help of your pathetic mommy!" he laughed
"I overheard your whole conversation, your right, im not Puck, and im not thirteen years old there you happy!?" he continued "I am what you expected....Sylph!"
As soon as he said his own name his little kid body started to morph and twist into a weird form i have never expected a faery to look like. He started sprouting wings, but not the ordinary bug-like wings faeries usually have, but wings of an angel. He had these beautiful eyes, sky blue, a much deeper blue than you will find on any person. His skin was as if it was silk and mahogony in color. He went from about 5 feet to about 6 feet in height. And he no longer sounded like a kid, his voice was as if it was deep like a demon or an ogre, and elegant as like an angels voice.
"So, now you know what i am." he continued "But it doesnt matter, as you can tell no one can see me except those who were at the dome at the time i was freed and those i wish to see me like your grandmother." he said with a wicked grin
"Dont mention her again...you monster!" i shouted
As quickly as he morphed, he had disappeared. We ran all over the place trying to find him again, no luck.
"Damn, where did he go!?" I shouted in frustration
"Sylph, you coward, come back here!" Carlow yelled
"Hey guys, i saw everything!"
"Oh hey, guys, this is Devin!" i said
"Aiden, you ran away from me before i could tell you the rest, i guess you guys did have the wrong idea about Sylph." he continued "I was going to correct Liam when he mentioned Sylph preys on dreams."
"What...tell us!" I demanded
"Sylph doesnt prey on dreams, he makes imagination come to life." he continued "Anything someone creates, ANYTHING, he can use to kill and destroy."
What he said made me get wide eyed. I felt as if i choked on a whole row of quarters and couldnt speak.
"Whats wrong Aiden!?" Carlow asked with a concerned look
"...He...he...he was in my...in my room when i was writing my story!"
Chapter 8: Ready for a Change
"Aiden...Aiden, wake up!"
"Huh, What, what happened?" I asked in a daze
"You fainted...you ok?" Liam asked
"Uuh, i think so..." I said while adjusting my eyes
"Yeah, that kind of thing is not good for you, no matter how strong you are you were bound to shut down sometime." Devin said as if he was teaching a kid
"Yeah, i guess you're right." I said back
"There you are!" A foreign voice yelled
"Oh, hey Virgil!" Devin said while looking somewhat nervous
"Devin, what are you doing here!?" Virgil asked with suspicion
"Uuuh, im just helping the kid, hes having some trouble with 'the' deadly faery." he responded
"Well, HE is coming, so we have to go!" Virgil said with haste
"Oh damn, im sorry Aiden i couldnt be of more help to you, but i have to go!" Devin said while running
"Devin, will we be able to get your help again!? Where could we find you!?" I yelled
"Uuh, you cant, only i can find you!" he replied
"What does that mean!?"
"It means...well i cant tell you...its a secret. But we really have to leave, see ya!"
There he goes, hes leaving us, he seemed like he knew what he was talking about regarding Sylph, we sure could use him even still. Anyway, i dont really know what to do anymore, i dont even know how to beat a faery, let alone one like this.
"Well theres not much we can do, he would have to show himself in order for us to do anything." I said
"Ok, i have to go babysit anyway." Liam said
"Babysit?" I questioned
"Yeah, my parents will be gone, so i have to watch my little brother." he replied
"Oh, ok...well be safe then." I said
Me, Carlow, and Galvin started walking to my house. None of us had anything better to do, so i planned to ask my mom if they could spend the night. While we were walking, none of us said a word. I decided to look around on the way, since i barely do that anymore. Besides the dome of trees, there was a couple of rundown houses with a lot more vines than my grandmothers. It was a cloudless day, and the sun seemed to be beating down on us pretty hard. The area we currently lived in was fairly enclosed, kind of like a cultasac, except a bit bigger. Thats pretty much why we could see where everyone lived.
My stomach had a couple of sharp pains, and i remembered i hadnt eaten anything in a very long time.
"You guys hungry?" I asked
"Yeah!" They said in unison
I laughed "Okay, i will go see what my mother is cooking then."
I walked in and she was already cooking something. Pot roast, mashed potatoes and gravy. That made my mouth water like a faucet.
"Hey boys, i figured you would stay since it was already late when you were talking to your imaginary friend." My mom giggled
I rolled my eyes "Mom, what got you into such a cheery mood?" I asked
"Well, it appears grandma is going to be ok!" she said smiling
"Wow, really!?" I asked enthused
"Yeah, no telling when shell come back though, she just finished surgery, so it could be awhile."
"Lady Phiala is in the hospital!?" Carlow said alarmed
"Yeah, she had coronary heart disease." I answered
"Wow, im sorry." he replied
I laughed "You dont have to be, you heard the news!" I said with a huge smile
"Wow, i didnt know either." Galvin said
"Mom, where has dad been lately?" I asked in a concerned manner
"Oh, hes with grandma, he will be home by tonight." she replied
"Anyhow, how about you boys stop talking and eat." My mom suggested
"No argument there!" I said as i started scarfing
"Aiden, slow down!" she scolded
That night it was about eleven thirty PM, and me, Galvin, and Carlow were about ready to go to sleep. At the time we were setting up our sleeping bags.
"I'm still bothered by the fact Sylph got away," Carlow said
"Yeah, we all are Carlow, but we have to sustain ourselves, otherwise it will drive us crazy." I continued "That doesnt mean just eating and sleeping, but also conversing with loved ones."
"Yeah, your right." he responded
"Not to mention, we would work ourselves into a frenzy trying to find him now." Galvin added
While both of my new friends were asleep, i was still awake drinking in the silence. It felt good, the past few days were pretty hectic, and for good reason. It felt good for once to just lie down and relax. Then again, i know a part of me is still worried about Sylph. I know hes still out there, and until hes stopped i cant fully rest.
At certain intervals i would drift to sleep then wake up again. I would keep this up until about five in the morning. At which point i could hear the birds singing, and see a gentle glow coming from my window. Mornings were great, and when Sylph is gone, i plan to fully explore what this place has to offer.
"Huh, whats that noise?" I whispered to myself
I could hear what sounded like a baby crying. It sounds like it was coming from outside. I thought it was my imagination though and lied back down. After which point i heard it again, so i got up and looked out my window. At first i couldnt see anything, but upon closer examination i could see a light glow coming from the dome of trees.
"Guys...guys, wake up!" I yelled
"Huh, what!?" Carlow said in frustration
"Look, look over there!" I said while pointing to the dome
"Wow, what the hell!?" Carlow said while he opened his eyes wider as if to adjust them from the sleep
Carlow at this point practically jumped on Galvin and woke him up really fast. Galvin jumped up from sleep like he had a terrifying nightmare.
"Aaaah, what do you want!?" he yelled
"Look, go to the window!" Carlow replied
While we were all at the window, we didnt see anything but the glow. It was a green, a light green glow coming from inside the dome. We kept hearing what sounded like a baby crying.
"Where is that coming from?" asked Carlow
The sound didnt seem to just be coming from the dome anymore, but it seemed to be all around us. The sound of a baby crying, it was so loud it practically made our ears hurt. After a few more seconds the sound stopped.
"Damn, that was intense!" Galvin said
"Yeah, it was pretty loud." I added
"Well...we know Sylph is up to no good." Carlow stated
Seeing the dome light up as it was and the sound of the baby, we obviously knew it was Sylph. We just didnt really know the significance of this event.
A few hours later we were all eating breakfast, when we heard a loud pound on the door. It was Liam, and he looked quite distressed.
"Guys...I have to tell you something very important!" he said while heaving heavily
"What is it Liam, and why were you running?" I asked
"Are your parents around?" he asked while looking around the house
"Uuh, no, they went to visit my grandmother." I replied
"Ok, good, uummmm, yeah!" he started
"Well, you gonna tell us!?" Galvin chimed
"I could have sworn my little brother talked!" he yelled
"Okay...isnt that normal?" i asked while looking confused
"No, you dont get it, hes only about five months old!" he said
"Well, was it something like goo-goo, ga-ga?" Galvin added
"No, it was like a frickin complete sentence!" he said while getting angry
"Whoa, like what!?" I asked
"He said like: 'Give me blood, I want blood'," he continued "I ran out of the house really quick after that statement."
What he said got me thinking about my idea of changelings. They actually have to drink blood to survive and eat flesh.
"Oh shit!"
"What Aiden!?" Carlow said
"That sounds like a changeling!" I replied
"Oh, your right!" Galvin said
"But, if it is a changeling its obviously from Sylph." Liam continued "Why would Sylph use a changeling?"
"Probably because its in my story," I said while feeling guilty
"Oh, thats what you meant about Sylph being in your room while writing your story!" Liam said
"We are in a SHIT load of trouble if anything else from my story comes to life!"
"What the hell, what else do you have in your story!?" Galvin asked while having one hand on his hip
"Trust me, its better not knowing." I answered
"Liam, take us to your house right away!" I yelled
"Sure, lets go then!"
Before i left i grabbed the coin my grandmother gave me, maybe it would give me good luck. We would definitely need it. We all ran as fast as we could to Liams house. When we got in, we stumbled upon a gruesome discovery.
"Oh shit, what the hell is this red stuff on the floor, blood!?" Liam shouted while looking like he was going to puke
"Yeah, it looks like it." Galvin added
The house was smeared with blood, we had to find out where the source was. When we entered the kitchen, we knew where the blood came from.
"My dog!!" Liam yelled while starting to cry
The sight was gruesome, the dog was barely there anymore. His head seemed intact, while the bones of his ribs were showing, and his intestines were laying out on the floor while you-know-who was chewing on them.
"My dog, my poor Licker!" Liam continued "You bastard baby, you are not Brendan!"
The baby looked up with an innocent expression on his face, as if to say he didnt know any better. But we did, how dumb does this changeling think we are? No baby could eat, much less kill a dog.
"Speak up you dumb ass bastard!" Liam shouted while getting ready to hit it
The changeling could tell it wasnt going to get away with it, so it jumped at Liam trying to bite him before he could hit it. Liam though, moved out of the way and it tried to bite me instead.
"Aaah, get this damn thing off of me!" I shouted frantically
"UGH, what is that iron!?"
"Whoa, it finally talked!" Galvin chimed
I looked down and saw it had only bitten the coin my grandmother gave to me. Luckily it wasnt damaged.
"Eeee, you bastards!!" changeling shouted while flailing its arms
The changeling then froze, it stopped moving.
"What happened?" Liam said while wiping away his tears
"I dont know," I said
The changeling then started to disentegrate into fine specks of what looked like dust, but fine shiny dust, nothing i have seen before.
"Whoa, hmm, it obviously had something to do with this coin" I said while looking at it
"Now im going to be in trouble, i dont know where my real brother is." Liam said
"Hmmm, im sure Sylph has him, we have to rescue him." I continued "How long are your parents gone?"
"For about a week, they are out of town." he answered
"Great, atleast we have some time." I stated
"I have to go call Brayan and ask him about Iron." I said while i started to leave
"You guys go ahead, im going to clean up and bury my dog." he started crying again
"Eh, i will stay and help him, someone has to." Galvin continued "Someone also has to track down Sylph as well."
"Liam, were sorry about your dog, and we will get your brother back, i promise." I continued "Were not losing anyone else."
Back at home I started to call Brayan, while Carlow was standing right next to me.
"Hey Brayan!"
"Hey Aiden, I was just about to call you," Brayan continued "I have really good news, your going to be so psyched!"
"Uuuh, can i ask you something first?" I asked
"Could you look up any information regarding Iron and faeries?"
"Uuuuh, ok, thats a weird question, but ok." he replied
I put Brayan on speaker phone as i started making Carlow a sandwhich.
"ok, i have something!" he said
"Yeah, what!?"
"Well, Faeries are actually weak to Iron." he continued "Its their version of kryptonite, so to speak."
"Wow, i had no idea, this could be easier than i thought." I commented
"What could be easier than you thought?" Brayan asked
"Uuuh, nothing i will tell you later." I said while getting ready to hang up
"Wait, dont you want to hear my news!?" he yelled
"Oh yeah, what is it?"
"Well, your mom called and asked if me and Ian would like to come down!" he said excited
"...Wow...that IS great news, but now is not the time." I said
"What, i thought you would be happy!" he said in grief
"Thats final Brayan, you and Ian are NOT to come, okay!?" I said sternly, then i hung up the phone
After hanging up, i felt really guilty, who talks like that to their friends? It was for their own good though, they are safe in California. When Sylph is gone, i would love for them to come, but until then, i have to protect my loved ones.
Chapter 9: Nothing but Fables
"Why would you talk to your friend like that!?" Carlow commented while eating his sandwhich. "I mean, you could have just explained the situation to him, even if it sounds like you have mental problems."
"I know, but thats why i dont want to tell him." I mean Brayan might believe me, but i wasnt too sure about Ian. I wasnt ready for my friends to think i was going crazy, they know how i can get sometimes with my imagination. Especially when im in the middle of writing a story.
"They are your closest friends, are they not?" I nodded, he continued while still chewing "Then you should tell them; why you said they couldnt come, it will seem like you dont like them anymore."
"Yeah, i guess you are right Carlow." I stopped to think a little bit. I should tell them, im going to tell them when i speak to him again.
"Hey son, hows it going lately?" my dad asked while walking into the kitchen and pouring himself some orange juice.
"Uh, nothing really...how is grandma doing?" I asked, putting one hand on the counter to hold myself up.
"Oh, shes doing great," he continued after taking a big gulp of juice "She wants you to visit her with us next time we go."
"Oh cool, i would love too!" I continued while looking at the coin around my neck "I would love to get more information on this too."
"Oh, could i come?" Carlow continued "I would really like to see her."
"Uh, why?" My dad asked with a puzzled look on his face while obviously not knowing what my grandmother did for him and his family.
"With all due respect Mr. Cargan, Lady Phiala feels like apart of my family too." Carlow continued while finishing his sandwhich and looking into my dads eyes "It would be rude of me not to visit her, and of you to prevent me to."
My dad had an agitated look on his face for how Carlow spoke to him, but it also seemed as if my dad understood what he was saying and only nodded his head and walked away.
I laughed "Nice going Carlow!" I continued while slapping him a high five "My dad doesnt normally let someone else have the last say of anything,"
"Well, Lady Phiala does feel like my family." he continued while looking at me while putting his hand on my shoulder "Even though i havent known you as long as her, you feel as if you are apart of my family too." He then proceeded to hug me "...Like a brother"
"Thanks Carlow...I feel that way about you too." I responded
"I lost one of my friends, im not losing anymore, especially not my brother." Carlow added
"What are you doing boys?" My mom asked while walking in with a conscerned look on her face
"Nothing, we just got done eating and talking to dad." I replied while looking somewhat nervous
"Aiden, im concerned, Brayan called practically heart broken because he said you didnt want him to come." she continued "Why dont you? You missed them before, now you dont want them to visit."
"...Uuuh..." I started, i definitely didnt want to tell my parents about the events until today at all. I didnt know what they would think. "I want to miss them more..." I stated while looking at her and Carlow. "If i miss them more, it will mean more to me when they finally do come..."
"...That doesnt make much sense Aiden, but ok, when you're ready tell me." she said as she started to fix my messy hair. After she left i messed it up again.
I looked at Carlow and said "So they dont start wondering whether or not i like them, im going to tell them now." I proceeded to call Brayan and put him on speaker.
"Hello?"
"Hey Brayan, i have a legitimate reason as to why you and Ian cant come." I continued "Well...It's because of a problem i have."
"If it's about your grandmother i understand but-"
"No, shes fine, its not about her." I interrupted
"Well...what is it then?" Brayan asked
"I have been dealing with...an evil faery." I said in a weak manner thinking he wouldnt believe me.
"Aiden...Faerys are nothing but fables...what do you mean?" He asked while being perplexed
"Brayan, there was this kid, named Puck, who revealed himself to be a faery." I continued "He was the one who murdered the lady who screamed, the one you heard, and one of my new friends!"
"Aiden, if you dont want us over, just say so, but dont make up lies!" then he hung up on me.
I slowly hung up the phone, i was thinking my friends back home would never like me again. Was our friendship over? Would we ever speak again? If we do, how long will i have to wait until they believe me!? "Dammit, Why wont he believe me!" I shouted while hitting my fist on the table.
"Thats ok Aiden, he'll come around, im sure." Carlow stated
"Your right, I'll just give him sometime." I continued while moving my hand through my hair "Lets go see how Liam and Galvin are doing."
On the way there we saw what looked like a faint glow coming from the dome of trees. It didnt seem like much, it seemed so faint that it could have been a little light trapped in the dome from the low lying sun. But it started to grow brighter, we then started to hear what sounded like a low growl.
"Damn, not again!" I yelled while me and Carlow started to pick up the pace to get to Liams house.
"Yeah, i dont want to see whats going to come out of there!" Carlow shouted
We made it to Liams house and started banging on the door.
"Yeah, hey guys!" Liam said
We rushed in and slammed the door shut while still trying to catch our breath.
"Whoa, whats wrong guys, what happened?" Liam asked while starting to look scared
"We saw the dome glowing again, and we heard a different sound, a different one compared to the baby." Carlow said
"Shit, im really getting tired of this, we have to stop him!" Liam shouted
"You alright now Liam?" I continued "How is the cleaning coming?" while i started to look around the house.
"Its done, and we already buried my dog." He continued "Why are you not worrying over what you just saw?"
"...Because im actually getting really scared now, i could only wonder what that growl was." I continue "The changeling was the least compared to the rest." I stated while looking distressed
"Aiden, calm down, you can just use iron right?" Galvin said as he started to walk in.
"Yeah, i guess i could, but im not sure if it will be that easy." I said
"What do you mean it wont be that easy Aiden?" Liam asked
"Well, i made a lot of the creatures with unique powers or abilities." I continued "It wont be that easy to catch them, especially the fire phlys." I said under my breath
"What, did you just say fire phlys? What are fire phlys!?" Galvin asked nervously
"Well...they are-" I was interrupted by a sound at the door. It sounded as if someone was unlocking it.
"What is that noise?" Carlow asked while looking intently at the door.
We saw the door open very slowly, what we saw coming through the door scared the crap out of us.
"What the hell are you!?" Liam demanded while pointing at it
"It's a fable...It's a damn fable!" I shouted while almost panicking
"Please, he looks weak, and old." Liam stated
"Liam, dont go near it, its dangerous, if he gets you-" I started
"Aiden...stand back, i'll handle him." he commanded
Liam then started walking toward the fable confidently. The fable slowly walked toward Liam, with evil intent in his eyes, a murderous ambition. He was definitely ready to gut him alive, but Liam doesnt know that.
"Liam, dont do this, he can kill you!" I yelled while motioning him to run
"Aiden, i told you, be quiet and stand back!" He shouted
While Liam was distracted the fable tried to strike Liams torso, but the strike was evaded. "Whoa, what a cheap strike." he commented. The fable started to wildly slash at Liam, but he was able to dodge every single hit, it was like trying to strike at a mirage. Liam then launched a strike of his own, and punched the fable in the face.
The fable recoiled and regained his balance, then tried to strike once more at his torso, with the purpose of finally putting an end to him. Liam successfully avoided that one as well. At which point, Liam tripped him with his leg. The creature was on his back for a while trying to get up.
"......Wow, can you believe hes doing this!?" Galvin asked while in awe, we were all in awe.
"...No, wow." Is all i could say
The fable finally got up, and Liam did one final hit. He performed a spin kick to the fables head, and it looked like it was finally down for good.
"Things not so tough...what are you guys staring at?" Liam asked
"How did you do that!?" I continued "You looked like Zilis out there!"
"Hm...eight years of martial arts will make you able to do things like that." He stated simply "Whos Zilis!?"
"Hm, i'll tell you later." I laughed "At my 'initiation' you said you werent good at wrestling; you are definitely good at that."
"You think its dead?" Carlow asked
We all started looking at it, its deep gray complexion, small mouth the size of a donut hole, and its long skinny arms with the sharp nails.
"Hmm, mabe you should use your necklace thing on it and kill it for good." Liam suggested
"I guess i could," I said as i started looking at it "But do you have something else made of iron?" i asked
"Hmm, yeah, this metal poker thing for the fireplace." Liam said while picking it up and looking at it while twisting it in the air.
"Okay, cool, let me see." As i took it from Liam, i looked at the fable, the creature i had created with my own mind. I started walking towards it. In a way, i loved my creations, even though i wasnt the one to bring them to life. As a writer, i grew to love the characters in my story, good or bad. It felt weird having pity on something as evil as a fable, but i did.
"Im sorry..." I said under my breath as i raised the poker and stabbed it through the fable. It let out a horrifying yell, so loud it made me let go of the poker and cover my ears. We were all covering our ears because it felt they were going to explode if we didnt. The fable started to disentagrate bit by bit, and every spec of dust was lifted into the air. It looked as if the dust was forming a tornado and there was a small cloud above it. After the whole body turned to dust the screaming stopped. The poker fell to the floor, the dust followed shortly thereafter. We were speechless.
"....ok, that was a bit different than the changeling." Galvin stated while pointing at the dust on the floor.
"Yeah, I just hope everything else will be this easy." I said
"Well...it was nothing but a fable." Liam continued "Sylph doesnt know who he is messing with, i will get my brother back!"
Chapter 10: 'The Devil' Returns
I dont know what Liam was thinking fighting that fable hand to hand like that. While he did beat it, hes not going to be so lucky with something more dangerous. I think we are doing a pretty good job so far though, i mean, how many innocent people have we potentially saved? Then again, when i think about it, nothing matters unless we find Sylph.
"Hey, Aiden, whatcha thinking about?" Carlow asked while putting his hand on my shoulder
"Uh, oh, nothing really." I continued "Im just stumped how we are going to get Sylph."
"Hmmm, yeah...that is a problem." Carlow said while putting his hand on his chin
"I mean, ever since he's revealed himself, he has never been seen." I added
"Hey, boys, are you ready to go?" My mom asked while putting on her coat
"Yeah, were ready." I said while getting both me and Carlow's jacket off of the hooks on the wall
We were going to the hospital to visit my grandmother. Im happy to visit, because i have never spoken to her for a long time. I guess it's only been a couple of days, but i got used to being around her. While riding in the car to the hospital my mother started small talk with Carlow.
"So, Carlow, how long have you known my mother?" She asked while looking into the rear view mirror
"Uuh, maybe about five years, she has always been a mentor for me in a way." He replied while looking out the window
"Really, wow, i had no idea." She continued "So, i guess your a part of our family then huh?" while smiling through the mirror at him
"Wow, i appreciate your generosity Mrs. Cargan." He continues "But if i may ask, out of curiosity, why do you say that?"
"Well, i heard you and Aiden talking in the kitchen earlier, about being brothers." She continued "It was so cute!"
We both started blushing; that was so humiliating. Not only did she hear our conversation, but she said it was cute! I could see the embarrassment on Carlow's face and i could feel my own. Our talk was completely innocent but, still, its quite disturbing for my mom to say that. I guess she could see we were embarrassed, because she quikly followed up.
"Of course also knowing your history with my mother, it makes all the more solid." She continued "Im curious about your last name though Carlow."
"It's Lorcan," He said simply while still slumped in his seat
"Aah, were here!" My mom said while getting out of the car
While we were walking up to it, it seemed pretty huge. It was a pearl white, very bright indeed. It seemed as if they painted it somewhat often to keep its fine color. We came up to my grandmothers room and saw her lying in bed. She looked totally fine, serene even, as if she never had heart disease. She woke up as we were coming in and motioned for us to come closer.
"Hello Catherine, Aiden, and Carlow." She continued while hugging each of us "Especially you Carlow, i didnt expect to see you, im glad you came."
"I wouldnt want anything else but to visit you Lady Phiala," He said while showing a slight smile
"Oh, what did i say about that Carlow?" She continued while looking somewhat serious "You dont have to call me 'lady' all the time, if at all."
"Im very sorry Phiala" Carlow responded while blushing
"Thats alright, you may as well call me grandma too." She continued "Especially since only your sister is looking after you."
At this point, i looked at Carlow surprised. What does my grandma mean his sister? Who was that woman i saw at his door when i went to visit him after Brogan died?
"Hmmm, you didnt tell Aiden yet Carlow?" My grandma asked
"...No, i may as well now." he replied
He started walking into the hall way a bit before he stopped and faced me. He then faced the vending machine and put some quarters in to get some chips out of it.
"What are you going to tell me?" I asked
"Well, i lied to you when we met about my mom." he continued "My mom died when i was around 6 years old, ever since then my sister has been taking care of me, and Phiala...I mean grandma."
"Why did you want to keep it from me?" I asked
"I dont really know, i didnt want to put myself out there too much." he continued while eating potato chips "I didnt know you at all...your not mad, are you?" he finished while putting the chips away
"Of course not, its understandable i guess." I continued "I cant be that mad at you at all."
When we were just getting ready to get back to my grandmothers room, we heard her scream. We began to run to the room she was in as quickly as we could. Neither of us were going to let anything happen to her.
When we came in the room, she was sitting all the way up in her bed. Her eyes looked like she saw death itself.
"Boys, did that...Puck lad come with you?"
We both looked at each other, hearing that name made my heart skip a beat.
"No, we havent seen him for days." I replied while still looking at Carlow
"He was just in here, he asked if i knew where you were." She continued "After he asked, he walked next to my bed and suddenly disappeared."
"Where is he!?" Carlow yelled while starting to look everywhere, even under the bed.
"Dont bother, i dont think he is a kid anyway." She continued "You be careful of him Aiden, he is clearly not of this world."
"Oh, im aware of that grandma....Wheres mom?" I asked while looking around
"Oh, she went to get some water, he appeared almost right after she left."
I cant believe Sylph showed his ugly face around here, and near my grandmother. Me and Carlow have to find him, what if hes planning on hurting her after we leave? I couldnt stand the thought.
"Come on boys, its time to leave." My mom said while coming in the room sipping water
"No, we have to stay with grandma, we have to!" I yelled frantically while my mom was trying to pull me out of the room.
"Visiting hours are over Aiden, we have to leave!" My mom stated
"But if we dont-"
I was interrupted by my grandmother exposing what appeared to be an iron coin just like mine. It was almost as if she knew Puck was a faery and was telling me she would be alright.
"Ok, we can go." I said calmly while exiting my grandmothers room
"Gosh, what is up with you Aiden!?" My mom continued scolding "Putting up a tantrum like that in a hospital!"
"Im sorry mom, i dont know, it was kind of spontaneous." I replied while looking at Carlow, knowing he knew why i acted as i did.
None of us said another word for the whole trip home, none of us knew what to say. Me and Carlow were too busy thinking on Sylph and what he was doing at the hospital. My mom was thinking on why i acted as i did, or nothing at all, who knows. "Im going to go get some rest now," My mom said as she made her way inside the house. Me and Carlow just sat outside talking about how we may see Sylph pretty soon.
"Well, it seems Sylph is still using his 'Puck' form to decieve." I remarked while throwing rocks in the yard
"Yeah, it seems he is...how come another creature hasnt came to life yet?" Carlow asked
"I have no idea, and i dont care, its better off if they dont." I continued "I would just rather deal with-"
"Sylph!?"
"Devin!?" I said as i stood up and ran to him
"Where have you been man!?" I continued "We have needed your help the past couple of days!"
He laughed "Sorry kid, But i came with some good news, hopefully." He continued "Which of you guys opened the seal to let Sylph free?"
"It was me, it was an accident though!" Carlow replied while averting Devin's eyes
He laughed again "Its okay, its okay." He continued "But Sylph is definitely going to be after you, because whoever opened his seal will be the one paying the ultimate price."
"How is that good news!?" I retorted while grinding my teeth
"Whoa, calm down, he cant kill him the way he did to your friend." He continued "He has to perform a ceremony to become one with him, that way he can become fully physical and do harm to practically everyone."
"That doesnt make any sense, he killed that woman after killing Brogan." Carlow responded while scratching his head
"Well, actually, that woman was there the time Sylph was freed." He continued "She saw everything from farther away then you two did, but it still counted."
"Ok then, what about you?" I asked while putting my hands on my hips
"What about me!?"
"How is it that you can see Sylph? How is it that you know all these things? Whats your real name? And where exactly do you live around here?" I queried
"Hmm, ok, i guess i'll answer those." He continued "I can see Sylph, but he cant see me. Thats all i can say for that question" He continued while sitting down. I know all of these things because i reseached it, thats all you need to know, where i got it doesnt matter."
"My full name is Devin Duke, but i guess you could just call me 'Devil'" He finished while crossing his arms
"Why would i want to call you a devil?" I asked
"Its a nickname, anyway, i better get going." He said while standing up and dusting himself off
"Why do you need to go so soon?" Carlow asked
"Well, my gangs waiting for me, so i will be on my way." He continued while walking away "By the way, im from California, see ya!"
Me and Carlow both looked at each other in amazement. How is he from California? Maybe he came here by plane? Yeah, thats probably what he did. Well anyway, we have a lot more to go on in finally getting to Sylph. I feel we are close now, not nearly as far as we were. We havent run into any more creatures after the fable, maybe it finally is done. We just have to worry about Sylph.
Chapter 11: Missing Brother Pt 1
"Aaaah" I yawned as I got up from my nap. It was the afternoon again, and still, no closer to getting everything back to normal. I couldnt help but feel tremendous guilt for what has happened, even though it was no ones fault that Sylph got out. Ever since these "events" started taking place, it feels as if i have a five hundred pound anvil on top of my chest. Im always deep in thought, more so than i used to be. I just cant wait to actually enjoy my time here...then again, will i ever be able to? Even if we do somehow make Sylph go away, will i ever be happy after that? Brogan has died from him, if i didnt leave him alone with Sylph, he may still be-
"Aiden, can you take out the garbage?" My mom requested
"Yeah sure..." i replied while sitting on my chair with my back facing her
"Whats wrong honey?" she asked while putting some clothes she washed on my bed "You dont look well"
"Im fine mom, i may be coming down with something." I lied as i got up from my chair and sat on my bed. Its not too often that my parents see me like this, im usually always cheeful and full of energy. Its almost as if i suddenly had to grow up, because if i hadnt, i dont know if i could have taken everything the way i have been. I was surprising even myself with how calm and collected i have been. I think its taking a toll on me now though, i am now worried about practically everything. The safety of my friends: Liam, Galvin, Carlow...even Ian and Brayan. I dont know how far this could extend.
"Honey, you look as if you have a lot on your mind." she continued while sitting down with me "Are you sure theres nothing at all wrong with you?"
"Yeah...yeah, i'll be fine." I replied while taking a deep breath
"Well, if you need to tell me anything, i'll be right here." she responded as she kissed my forehead
As i was taking out the garbage, the outside seems more quiet than usual. I mean, whenever something would happen its never loud, but i just "feel" as if its quieter. I may actually enjoy this day. How could i think that though? Terrible things have happened, and im here thinking about my happiness, "I'm doing nothing but thinking about myself!" I thought outloud while punching the garbage bin.
"Whatcha doing Aiden?" Galvin asked while walking up to me and waving
"Oh, hey Galvin, nothing much...just taking out the garbage." I said with a slight smirk while obviously looking as if i had something wrong.
"...Is Carlow around?" he asked
"No...Why do you ask?" I continued as i put the garbage in the bin "Isnt he at his house?"
"No, i just went by there, his sister said he wasnt home" Galvin started pacing back and forth "She said he was over here"
"Where do you think he is?" I asked while being a bit more attentive
"How should i know, if i knew i wouldnt have to guess." he replied
"Well, i have to go back inside, i have things to do." I continued while i started walking back to the house "I will tell you whenever i see him"
As i was walking into the house, the smell of food filled the air. I was really hungry, but i wasnt at the same time. I wanted to eat, but the pain and burden i feel over this is geting to be a bit too much. I have lost my appetite to eat.
"Aiden, ready for dinner?" My dad asked while hitting me on the back, he then started to take a seat at the dinner table.
"Naw, im not hungry, i think that sickness is getting to me." I replied while rubbing my back
"Aaw, my poor baby is sick." My mom said as she came out of the kitchen and was checking my temperature
"I'll be fine mom, just leave me alone!" I yelled as i went to my room and slammed the door.
I then collapsed on my bed and started thinking. What made me talk to her like that? I felt even more guilty already. "I wonder if theres a such thing as dying from guilt, because it sure feels like im going to." I said outloud to myself. For the first time in my life i felt hopeless, weak, i felt like a coward as well. I'm not sure as to why either, but i do.
"Aiden, come here."
I got up from my bed startled "Who's there?" I continued after a pause "Mom...dad?" I started looking around for any signs of someone around me. I went into the kitchen to find my parents, they werent there, only the casserole my mom made. It had mold in it and was swarming with maggots. "Ugh, what the hell!" I said while pinching my nose.
"Aiden, come, you want to play?"
"Alright, whoever is out there, you better show yourself now!" I yelled while looking around
"Aiden, its me..."
I saw someone come out of the blackness from the hallway. It came slowly at first, but started speeding up. I saw it was Carlow! He had a decomposed face with one eye missing. His lips and eye lids were gone as well. "Carlow, what happened to you!?" I cried.
"Aiden, help me, help me Aiden." He continued saying that while holding out his arm as if to grab my hand. "Aiden...you have to help me"
"Carlow...i dont know how, help you with what?" I asked while on my knees
"Faeries"
Once he said "faeries" he just fell apart. It was almost as if he was shot with some kind of ray gun and all that was left were bones.
"Carlow!!" I shouted as i ran to him crying.
"Aiden, Aiden!"
"What, what!?" I yelled as i woke up from my bed
"Aiden, you looked as if you were having a nightmare." My mom remarked
A nightmare...i have never been so happy hearing those words. I wouldnt know what to do with myself if that really happened. I would probably just die.
"Yeah, sorry mom." I said as i looked down
"Sorry about what?"
"Im sorry for how i acted, it wasnt like me at all to act that way." I replied
"Oh thats ok, i figured it was just your sickness." she said with a smile. "Well anyway, whenever your ready, come and eat, you have to sometime."
"Ok, thanks mom."
As she closed my door i collapsed again on my bed. Im glad that was a nightmare, but Carlow was missing earlier. Could this dream mean something? I was too scared of the possibilities something could happen to him. I decided i would forget about it until the morning, thats when me, Liam, and Galvin will search for him. I pray to God hes alright...
Chapter 12: Missing Brother Pt 2
"Another day, others pray." I said to myself as i got up in the morning while rubbing my eyes. Today was the day Me and the guys were going to look for Carlow. The dream I had earlier was just a dream right? I didnt know what to make of it, and frankly i hated thinking about it.
I got up from my bed and got ready for the day ahead. I went into the kitchen and finally decided to eat something. I had some cereal and drunk a glass of orange juice. As I was drinking I heard the cellphone ring. "Hello?" i said as i continued drinking.
"Hey Aiden, I'm sorry about the other day."
"Oh, hey Brayan, it's not problem, I kind of deserved you being angry at me anyway." I said as i put my glass down on the table
"I must be crazy, but i believe you Aiden, i believe everything you said to me." Brayan said as he started to get quiet
"Thats great, but why are you whispering?" I asked
"Because Ian is with me, i dont want him to hear." he replied
"Cool, let me speak with him!" I said with enthusiasm. I was so happy in hearing Ian was with him. I havent spoken to Ian since i left. I miss his confident attitude, he was always trying to be the tough guy.
"Aiden, hey dude, how ya been?" Ian said
"Oh good, how have you been Ian?" I asked as i started pacing around the kitchen "I really do miss you guys."
"I know, we do too, and we are concerned about you over there." he stated
"You are?" I continue as i sat down "About what?"
"The elf thing, Brayan isnt exactly the type to whisper low enough so that i dont hear anything." he stated as he laughed. "Not to mention, for the past couple of days all he has been saying was: 'What would you do if a faery killed Aiden?'"
"He has been asking that?" I asked
"Yeah, i researched on the internet and found that there is weird shit happening in Ireland."
"I'll say..." I continue "You would have to see it to believe it."
As i was talking to Ian i heard a knock on the door. I slowly looked over to the door and opened it. It was Galvin, and he seemed pretty desperate about something.
"Aiden, come on, its time to search for Carlow!" Galvin said as he was catching his breath
"Uh, ok, Ian, i will have to talk to you later, i have to find Carlow." I said as i got ready to hang up.
"Whos Carlow?" He asked
"Hes my...hes my brother," I continue "I will tell you all about it later."
Me, Galvin, and Liam went looking for Carlow. I felt bad, Liam lost his kid brother, and were looking for Carlow first. Even though Liam's brother was gone for a longer period of time. But Carlow is my friend as he is Liam's. This meant alot to him to find both; it does for me too.
"Where do you think he is Aiden?" Galvin asked
"I dont know, where could we even begin to look?" I asked while scratching my head
"Who are we kidding?" Liam continued while collapsing on the ground "He would never go anywhere for this long without telling one of us."
"Yeah, i guess you are right Liam." Galvin followed and collapsed on the ground as well
"What are you doing guys!?" I continue while yelling "We have a friend who is out there somewhere who most likely needs our help, and all your going to do is sit here!?" I was angry, i felt just as hopeless as them, but what CAN we do? Carlow is missing and so is Liam's brother, we cant just give up. "Liam, your going to be in huge trouble since you were supposed to be watching your little brother and hes gone."
"You are right about that, i would rather not live than face the wrath of my parents." he responded
"SYLPH, WHERE ARE YOU, YOU FUCKING COWARD!!?" I shouted flailing my arms
I dont know what got me into screaming that loud, or what made me say it at all. I just know that i was pissed off, and he was going to pay when i saw him. From the moment we laid eyes on Puck in his true form he vanished. He has never really shown his ugly face. When i looked at Galvin and Liam their faces looked contorted in a surprised way. They looked at me as if to say "Wow, i didnt know Aiden cursed". But obviously i dont normally.
"Aiden, look!" Galvin said while pointing to the dome of trees
We all turned to look at the dome. It had another light coming from it. The light looked violet in color, there was also an odor. The odor stunk like rotting flesh, but also smelled of roses at the same time. We decided to take a closer look instinctively. We peered inside a little to find the light was coming from that well Sylph came out of, the one with the pentegram on top. We saw something stick its hand out of the well. It had claws, it definitely wasnt human. It came all the way out of the well and stared at us. It was a fire phly, no mistaking it.
It had the steel-like wings, the protruding jaw, and the long slender oily tongue that it ignited while around your flesh. It let out a huge scream, and almost instantly the violet colored light engulfed him and the well. We started running a little but stopped to see what was happening. The light was now covering the whole dome of trees.
"Wow, Aiden, Liam, it was nice knowing you." Galvin said as he fell to the ground in fear
"Whoa, look over there!" Liam pointed
He pointed to a huge group of people walking over to this light. They were all talking amongst themselves saying things like: "Is this the end!?". We were all surprised that other people were able to see it. Usually the incidents were isolated, but it doesnt seem to be anymore.
"Look, its channel 10 news!" Galvin shouted as he saw the van pull up
There were hundreds of people around the area looking upon the light as if it was a fireworks show. Some people were even pulling out beach towels and picnic blankets to enjoy the show. They are ignorant of their impending doom, this is not a good thing they can see this.
"These people have to get out of here!" I yelled
"What did you say Aiden!?" Liam yelled back "I cant hear you too well because its too noisy,"
"These people are in danger!" I continued yelling at the people around me "You have to leave, its not a good thing you are around here!" But no one would listen.
"Aaw, shit, look Aiden!" Galvin yelled pointing at the dome
The light from the dome was getting brighter and a lot bigger. The dome of trees morphed into what looked like a castle. But not just any old castle, the one from my story...the Lament. It couldnt be, he can make even buildings come out of my stories!? I had anticipation to go inside. I was definitely worried, but at the same time its not everyday that a person can explore what he wrote about. The violet colored light that formed the majestic yet eerie looking castle formed what looked like a barrier.
The castle has a very intricate design. It had beautiful purple gems on it. Statues of gargoyles and demons of every size all over it. It almost seemed as if it was living, because certain parts of it moved as if it was breathing. Even the statues looked as if they were breathing. A ton of people were actually trying to get in. But the violet light that looked as if a transparent ribbon was wrapped around the castle prevented entry. The castle is huge, many times bigger than the dome of trees. If there wasnt so much space in this area it would for sure destroyed many homes.
I decided i wanted to go closer and examine it. I wanted to touch the creation from my own mind. As i touched it my fingers started going through the violet barrier. I was amazed, why couldnt anyone else get in and it seems i can?
"Aiden, you thinking what im thinking?" Liam asked with a smirk
"What are you guys thinking?" Galvin asked
"You know Liam, i think i do" I continue as i look up at the giant structure that seemed to reach up to the moon "Come on guys, were going to save Carlow, and Liam's brother. Were also going to put a stop to Sylph for good!"
Chapter 13: The Lament
As we started to walk through the barrier i heard my mom calling out to me. "Aiden, Aiden, get back here, dont go near that thing!!" she said frantically while her and my dad ran towards me. It was too late, we already made up our minds, besides who knows what could happen if we dont go in. Not even my parents could stop me now.
"Come on guys, lets go" i said as we walked through
We looked back through the purple barrier and could see my mom and dad hitting it to try to force their way in to get me. I tried to get their attention to see if they could see me and tell them im fine, but it seems they couldn't see anything past it. We all looked forward toward the castle. The Lament looked awesome and breath taking. It was all purple with a spiral of black going all the way up to the top. The gargoyles were made of opal, the demons were made of sapphire. They were definitely breathing.
As we started to walk inside of the castle the statues turned their heads and roared in unison.
"Shit, are you sure we should be doing this Aiden!?" Galvin said cowering in fear
"Yes, we have to..." I responded
"Sylph has been expecting you,"
We looked up and one of the gargoyles was talking to us
"You can talk...Is that why we could walk through the shield around this place?" I asked
"Yes, no one else can come in because they were not expected." the gargoyle replied
"Why is it that everyone can see this place?" I continue "Everything else we have experienced no one else saw."
"The very person who unleashed Sylph is in this place, Sylph needed the person who freed him in order to manifest in the physical realm." He continued to talk in a raspy, growling voice "Before he was like a ghost, couldnt be seen, nor heard, unless he wanted to be."
"Thats stupid, why would he want to be physical!?" I yelled while Galvin and Liam were looking on
"So that he can torment and kill any he wants!" He laughed
"Why is he expecting us? He knows were just going to put an end to this!" After i asked the question i peered over to Liam and Galvin. Liam never looked more brave, he was intent on getting inside and saving his brother. Galvin looked extremely scared, i think it was the gargoyle, he did have a terrifying voice.
"He is expecting you so that he can be done with you," He continued while getting louder "You are the only one who can stop him, anyone who was present the time he was freed. That is why he killed that woman and your friend, and why the rest of you will die!" He started laughing in an evil way
As he was laughing i thought it all made sense now. We freed Sylph, he disguised himself as a kid to get to know us a little, the people who set him free. He killed Brogan, he killed that woman who was spying. Thats why the attacks recently were all isolated, he wanted to out us without doing it himself. It all made perfect sense.
"Come on guys!" I yelled as we started to run in
"Have a nice trip!" the gargoyle said sarcastically
As we got in the castle a huge door shut us in
"Noo, how are we going to get out!?" Galvin shouted while trying to open the door with no avail
"Dont worry about it now Galvin, we have to get Carlow and Brendan!" Liam demanded
We looked around and noticed there were three hallways to go through, obviously splitting up is a bad idea. The interior of the place looked almost identical to the exterior, minus the statues. Throughout each hallway were several lit torches mounted on the walls. Inside would be pretty dark if it wasnt for the torches.
"Which way should we go?" Galvin asked as he was looking down each one
"Hmm, how about to the left?" Liam suggested while pointing
"Lets just go straight, well check the other ones later." I said while starting to walk through the path ahead.
As we started walking through the hallway i looked up towards the ceiling and could see several murals of what looked like people fighting off some type of creature, it looked like they were loosing though. Pictures of what looked like armor clad warriors sticking spears through the chest of large beasts, while the beast they were stabbing ripped their limbs off with their bare hands.
"Hey, look what i brought!" Liam said while holding a rusted knife, he continued "Its made of iron, i found it in my dads drawer." He said with a grin
"Thats cool, i would have brought something, but this happened so suddenly i couldnt go back to get anything." I replied
"You have your coin though right?" Galvin asked
"Oh, well yeah, but i kind of dont want to use it." I said while holding it
"Shh, do you hear that!?" Liam whispered
"Hear what?" I asked whispering back
"Shh, hide!" he commanded while pulling us toward the wall
We looked on down the hallway and saw something about four feet in length walking across. "It's a changeling," I whispered as we got lower. This changeling was a bit different though, it didnt look entirely like a child. It looked more demonic, with red eyes, what looked like teeth sticking out of his lips, and his face looked a bit morphed. After he walked by we started to get back up, we were scared to death.
"Damn, im really not too crazy about seeing another changeling." Liam said as he was still looking in the direction it walked in
"You said it, last time we killed one it was a fluke, who knows if something like that will happen again." I responded
We continued to walk down the hall until we came to an opening. It was a big room, it was the size of a basket ball court. It had what looked like gates suspended on the walls. We saw a door on the other side and started walking towards it.
"I dont like this room!" Galvin stated
"I dont think any of us like any rooms of this place," Liam responded
The gates started opening, one of us must have stepped on a button. What came out of it were flying creatures. Thankfully it wasnt a fire phly, they looked like faeries.
"Thank you, you freed us!" A faery said
They all started surrounding us. They didnt look bad, they actually looked pleasing to the eyes. They had an orange aura around them, and they had a serene tone of voice. They were about two feet in length, but were flying at above eye level.
"Yeah, and because you freed us, you get one wish!" Another faery said
"Oh really!?" Galvin asked with a twinkle in his eye, i could tell he
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There are none
Doesnt make sense, and cannot be taken seriously.
The first sentence started an avalance of cliche and melodrama.
This will be a comment on a pattern im begginning to recognise, not on your particular story. Im sorry.
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