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Commander-DWH Title: Shiny Fan Fiction Manager Registered: Nov '03	Date Posted: 10/25/05 12:40am Subject: Voices in the Wind- pre-KOTOR, response to OC Halloween challenge - Date Edited: 10/25/05 9:28pm (1 edits total) Edited By: Commander-DWH
	Okay, I promised my OCs something good after they practically wrote my philosophy paper for me, so this is it. It's kind of a... strange narrative, and would actually look kind of cool on film (at least, it does in my head), so we'll see how it works as a written work. In any case this is a prequel/sequel to Mobius and a part of the Blue Side story arc. Title: Voices in the Wind Author: DWH Characters: Leiraya Moran, Kylan Sheffield Timeframe: Pre-KOTOR Genre: drama, sorta angsty-ish? Summary: Before leaving Corellia, two young Jedi ask some advice from their elders. Notes: For the OC Dueling Circle Challenge #10, best understood if you've read Mobius, or at least Chapter 6 of The Blue Side of the Force. She strode softly through the grass, one bare foot in front of the other. The ground was still covered in the morning dew, but the cold didn’t bother her. It woke her up, more than anything, even though she wasn’t sure that, in this odd dream-like state, that she wanted to be awake. The soles of his boots left imprints in the ground as he walked. It was late, almost too late to be making this excursion. But he knew he had to make this stop before leaving. It was unthinkable to do otherwise. Arriving at the gate, she gently opened it and tentatively made her way into the cemetery. She knew exactly where she was headed- the third stone in the second row. He stepped reverently into the graveyard, pausing for a moment of respect before walking over to the tombstone in the middle of the first row. Looking down, he smiled and said, “Hello, father.” “Gramps?” she smiled slightly, and tried to keep her eyes from misting over. “It’s me, Leiraya.” She looked around, and decided to sit. “I’m leaving the system for a while, can you believe it? Me, the one who was going to stay on Corellia forever and run the farm.” She shook her head ruefully. “Well, I’ll probably still run the farm after I come back, but I never thought I’d leave before I did it.” “I thought I’d come and say goodbye before I left. I’m leaving to fight the Mandalorians. The Jedi are stretched far too thin as it is, and I can’t stand the thought of the Mandalorians making it this far.” He ran his fingers through his hair, and exhaled heavily. “I know I’ve left the system before, but… it wasn’t like this. Not by a long shot. And I wish I could assure everyone that I will be coming back.” “He left, you know.” She drew her knees up tight. “Kylan, my friend you always teased me about. The one I always argued with. Left with a note, a holocube, and this ridiculous ring, as if it would make it all better. But I still wear the ring, don’t I?” she could only laugh self-deprecatingly. “I’m not sure what kind of a pathetic sap that makes me, but I miss him.” “I told everyone I could bear to- I’ve one person left to tell, but I… I can’t make myself do it. I don’t know why.” He paced restlessly before his father’s grave. “She deserves to know, and she deserves to hear it from me. So why can’t I tell her? Why can’t I just admit that I’m leaving tomorrow?” “You know, everyone seemed convinced the two of us would get married or something. Aside from the fact that we’d kill each other, I don’t know what I thought about that. I used to blow it off while he was still here, but then he left, and I felt like there was a void in my existence. Yeah, we disagreed about almost everything and made fun of each other mercilessly… but he was my best friend.” Kylan looked helplessly up at the sky. If he had fears, it would be best to have them out here, now. “Why am I so afraid of telling her?” Almost pleadingly, he gazed down at his father’s tomb. “You always gave such good advice in your life… can you spare one insight for me, even though you’re gone?” “I can’t believe I’m leaving. I can’t believe it’s because I’m searching for my best friend.” Shaking her head, she brushed stray hairs out of her eyes. “I remember the stories you told, Gramps. Of the time that your little brother went off to fight in the war against Exar Kun, and you searched the galaxy high and low for him. I want to find Kylan, but what if my story ends like yours… what if I never manage to find him?” He sat, and he listened. Nothing came. Squeezing his eyes shut, he whispered, “Why did you have to leave me like this?” The wind responded, whispering gently in his ear. It is because you must learn to live your life for yourself, not for what others want you to be. He blinked, wondering if he had heard correctly. Her question hung in the air for several moments. She wasn’t sure if she actually expected to hear anything back. “You never were the talkative one, after all.” The leaves rustled in the wind, and she could almost hear his bell-like laughter on the breeze. If you do not find him, child, you will still live, love, and be quite happy. She tried to smile, but she wasn’t convinced. “Easy for you to say. You’re dead and beyond caring.” “Did you ever have this much trouble telling someone anything? I’ve talked about everything I can think of with that girl, including a few subjects that are so unlikely that I never imagined I’d talk with anyone about them. And now I can’t even give her a simple ‘I’m leaving’ message. Why?” The voice in the wind answered him once more: You fear her rejection. Leiraya sat for a long time before her grandfather’s grave, thinking about everything from the prospect of leaving at all to the possibility of losing her best friend. “He’s a shoikler, you know that?” Pause. “I wish I could just leave it at that.” The instant he heard the voice, he knew it was right. The last thing he wanted was for her to think badly of him, especially since there was a strong possibility they’d never meet again. He could deal with her being upset if he were still in the area to make things right… but he feared she would never forgive him for this, and that thought was more than unpleasant. “I wish it could have been different.” “I wish I could tell her.” “If only he’d told me before he left…” “She’d never forgive me.” “How did things turn out this badly?” “If only there were another way, I would take it.” “I couldn’t approve of the war.” “I can’t let all those people die.” “But now he’s gone.” “So I’ll never see her again.” “And I’m going to find him.” Her jaw clenched, and she looked more determined than she had in perhaps her entire life. “And when I find him, I’m going to give him the biggest lecture he’s had in a long time, and I’m going to enjoy every minute of it.” She closed her eyes briefly, smiled, then stood. “Wish me luck, Gramps. I’m going to need it where I’m going.” “I’ll leave her a message, at least.” He shook his head disgustedly. It wasn’t nearly enough, but it was all he could manage in his present state of mind. “So I’d best get working on that- I’ve said my goodbyes to everyone else, so I’ll have to drop it off at the waterfront before she arrives in the morning.” He straightened and tried to look dignified. “I’ll make you proud, father. I’ll make a difference. And if I don’t survive, well… I hope to be buried here, with the family. Goodbye, father.” She walked away along the very same path that Kylan had taken from his father’s grave three years before. She wasn’t sure if she felt better or worse for the visit, but she was glad she had come. May the Force be with me… I’m going to need it. [minor edit: adjusting how long it actually was between departures according to my own little timeline] -----signature----- Complements (KOTOR)- http://boards.theforce.net/before_the_saga/b10475/21177927/ Luminosity- http://boards.theforce.net/before_the_saga/b10475/27900517/ Barefoot hippie in the OC revolution Master of the lovely and talented SoA
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Rogue_Pilot_2347 Registered: May '05	Date Posted: 10/25/05 4:04am Subject: RE: Voices in the Wind- pre-KOTOR, response to OC Halloween challenge
	I love this story, Commander. The way you switched back and forth from viewpoint was awesome. It's really cool that both Kylan and Leiraya (Spelling?) did just about the same thing before they left. __________ “I wish it could have been different.” “I wish I could tell her.” “If only he’d told me before he left…” “She’d never forgive me.” “How did things turn out this badly?” “If only there were another way, I would take it.” “I couldn’t approve of the war.” “I can’t let all those people die.” “But now he’s gone.” “So I’ll never see her again.” __________________ that's my favorite part. -----signature----- The Ultimate poetry Challenge: http://boards.theforce.net/Message.aspx?topic=26190468&brd=10304&replies=6 Two Halves of the Same Whole: http://boards.theforce.net/Message.aspx?topic=27517831&brd=10476&replies=0 *For the 2nd drabble challenge
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obi_webb Registered: Aug '05	Date Posted: 10/25/05 5:17am Subject: RE: Voices in the Wind- pre-KOTOR, response to OC Halloween challenge
	you always manage to impress me commander dwh! it seems every time i read something new from you you show me a different side of your writing talent. i like in your other work how you mix humor with drama. you are great with snappy banter between characters and you have a wonderful, different kind of humor in your work that makes it distinctly your own. if you asked me before i read this, i think i would say that your humor was my favorite part of your writing. but this little piece has nothing close to humor in it and i think this is my favorite thing i have seen you write. (and that is saying a lot as i am a big fan of everything i have read from you) i'm not sure what else to say but GREAT JOB!!! -----signature----- Jedi Consular- Acolytes of Revan A Jedi's Sacrifice- my kotor fic http://boards.theforce.net/before_the_saga/b10475/22040803/p1/ LOAD THE SPACESHIP WITH THE ROCKET FUEL.. LOAD IT WITH THE WARRIORS!-- Ultimate Warrior
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Lola64 Registered: Mar '05	Date Posted: 10/25/05 7:15am Subject: RE: Voices in the Wind- pre-KOTOR, response to OC Halloween challenge
	Amazing as always DHW. She walked away along the very same path that Kylan had taken from his father’s grave a year before. Would have never thought that. It was surprising, and I love being surprised. This was unique and wonderfully written. Fantastic job. -----signature----- Kyp/Nurse Lola: the new ship I stalk people. It's a Lola thing. Been gone and is now back. Did you miss me?
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JadeSolo Title: Manager Emeritus Registered: Sep '02	Date Posted: 10/25/05 8:52am Subject: RE: Voices in the Wind- pre-KOTOR, response to OC Halloween challenge
	Ohhh, I love how it went back and forth between past and present. Great way to set up the vig! And of course, good background info for Blue Side. -----signature----- "If you expect a kick in the balls and you get a slap in the face, it's a victory." "May God bless you and keep you always...I mean that in a civic deist way." -Prof. Siegel "No guaranteed money, but all guaranteed fun!"
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VaderLVR64 Title: Manager Emeritus Registered: Feb '04	Date Posted: 10/25/05 10:45am Subject: RE: Voices in the Wind- pre-KOTOR, response to OC Halloween challenge
	Beautifully done! You're fast becoming one of my favorite writers! -----signature----- R.I.P John, Alex, Jason, and Christian Never forgotten Soldiers' Angels http://soldiersangels.org/ 2114 soldiers waiting for someone to care
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Commander-DWH Title: Shiny Fan Fiction Manager Registered: Nov '03	Date Posted: 10/25/05 12:19pm Subject: RE: Voices in the Wind- pre-KOTOR, response to OC Halloween challenge
	Rogue_Pilot: thanks! I wasn't sure how the narrative would come off, so whew! obi_webb: Well, it's good to know the different style worked. I'm so bad at leaving humour out of things. Thanks for reading. Lola64: You'll find I'm full of surprises. Glad you enjoyed it. JadeSolo: Hey, I'm always about backstory. I have a ridculous amount of backstory notes on my hard drive. Someday, you may even see most of them. VaderLVR64: Wow. That's pretty awesome... you're going to make my ego inflate to unbearable proportions, but thank you. wanders off, muttering dangit, now I'm going to have to keep writing good stuff... -----signature----- Complements (KOTOR)- http://boards.theforce.net/before_the_saga/b10475/21177927/ Luminosity- http://boards.theforce.net/before_the_saga/b10475/27900517/ Barefoot hippie in the OC revolution Master of the lovely and talented SoA
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the_wandering_shadow Registered: May '05	Date Posted: 10/27/05 4:55am Subject: RE: Voices in the Wind- pre-KOTOR, response to OC Halloween challenge
	Didn't get around to this yesterday.I guess I lied. Anyway, good fic as usual. The more I read these characters the more I grow to love them. -----signature----- Daniel Paul Harms (1958-2007) Seph Danthar's diary @ http://boards.theforce.net/the_saga/b10476/29688948/p1/ lordmaul13's partner in crime
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kotorchick Registered: Aug '05	Date Posted: 10/27/05 9:47pm Subject: RE: Voices in the Wind- pre-KOTOR, response to OC Halloween challenge
	Wonderful. I really am beginning to like Leiaraya, and kylan, despite how off-putting his arrogance can be, seems like a sweet guy. I like him. You've got a great sytylistic thing here, and this is the reason I follow your fics so mercilessly. I love your sytle, and it kind of reminds me of mine. Great job, as usual. P.S- I did mention Leiraya is becoming a favorite OC, if not the best? -----signature----- "I may be small, but I have giant plans, to shine as brightly as the sun!" Jo March- Little Women the Musical "Every single time I look at your icon, it looks to me like the blaster is an Ewok holding a shield in front of Leia's giant face."- DarthIshtar
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LissaJade Registered: Sep '05	Date Posted: 10/27/05 10:27pm Subject: RE: Voices in the Wind- pre-KOTOR, response to OC Halloween challenge
	How did I manage to miss this? Wonderful piece of backstory, master. -----signature----- I am the sock of padawanlissa Noghri appreciator
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Meredith_Kenobi Registered: Jul '05	Date Posted: 10/29/05 7:13pm Subject: RE: Voices in the Wind- pre-KOTOR, response to OC Halloween challenge
	Wow. I'm sorry, that's all I can say, I'm speechless. That was so...WOW! -----signature----- Proud to be ZaraValinor's Padawan Delighted to be brodiew's Master
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oqidaun Title: Manager Emeritus Registered: Jul '05	Date Posted: 11/1/05 10:26pm Subject: RE: Voices in the Wind- pre-KOTOR, response to OC Halloween challenge
	BRAVO! The juxaposition between the two voices is absolutely beautiful. All I can say is wow. You've brought these two characters to life. -----signature----- . . . . I'm so bad, I banned myself.
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Commander-DWH Title: Shiny Fan Fiction Manager Registered: Nov '03	Date Posted: 11/2/05 8:37am Subject: RE: Voices in the Wind- pre-KOTOR, response to OC Halloween challenge - Date Edited: 11/2/05 8:37am (1 edits total) Edited By: Commander-DWH
	the_wandering_shadow: I think I might find it in my heart to forgive you. Thanks for reading. kotorchick: Yeah, I made Kylan out to be a real jerkface by introducing him with one of his worse moments, but he really is a good guy. I mean, he's Leiraya's best friend, after all. Glad you enjoyed. padawan mine: Thanks! And how's that little exercize of yours coming, anyway? Meredith_Kenobi: Thank you! oqidaun: You should hear it with the soundtrack I have running in my head. I'm glad you liked it. And now I must go and read everyone else's. Perhaps after my big block of classes today. -----signature----- Complements (KOTOR)- http://boards.theforce.net/before_the_saga/b10475/21177927/ Luminosity- http://boards.theforce.net/before_the_saga/b10475/27900517/ Barefoot hippie in the OC revolution Master of the lovely and talented SoA
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Lovely-in-Orange Registered: Apr '05	Date Posted: 11/3/05 10:05pm Subject: RE: Voices in the Wind- pre-KOTOR, response to OC Halloween challenge
	I loved the back and forth present and past style you used. And how you make the switch to short lines of dialogue and then back again to longer exchanges. Great job! -----signature----- Ms. Star Wars 2009 Ties of Loyalty: http://boards.theforce.net/the_saga/b10476/23926858/ - Imperials/OCs/Quinlan/Khaleen A Boy and His Droids: http://boards.theforce.net/message.asp?topic=20555406
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Healer_Leona Title: Manager Emeritus Registered: Jul '00	Date Posted: 11/4/05 4:32am Subject: RE: Voices in the Wind- pre-KOTOR, response to OC Halloween challenge
	Oh wow. The switching of farwell exchanges complemented each other so well. -----signature----- Feel so good, but I'm old 2000 years of chasing's taking it's toll
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ceridwen1977 Registered: Jan '05	Date Posted: 11/4/05 9:08am Subject: RE: Voices in the Wind- pre-KOTOR, response to OC Halloween challenge
	I loved reading that, it drew me in wanting to find out how their lives were intertwined... And I love the changing between perspectives the different approaches to the same activity -----signature----- All things are subject to interpretation; whichever interpretation prevails at a given time is a function of power and not truth - Nietzsche For truth is always strange; stranger than fiction - Lord Byron
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