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Alexis_Wingstar Registered: Sep '06	Date Posted: 1/28/07 11:59am Subject: ~~Soul Shadows~~ [OC, drama, angst, a little romance] Author note 5/13 - Date Edited: 5/13 5:47pm (15 edits total) Edited By: Alexis_Wingstar
	Title: Soul Shadows Author: Alexis_Wingstar Setting: 500 years ABY Note: All the characters are OC's. Maci and Mel are OC's made up by friends of mine for a RP on another site. Warning: Very intense drama. Chapter 1: Revelations Alexis lie with her eyes closed upon the bed. Her eyes were not the only portals closed, for within her, she closed herself off to the force and to those who were worried about her: Bryont and Maci, her beloved parents; Seym Lumian, her dear friend and fellow padawan whom she loved like a brother; and Healer Hauzer, her master who mentored her even before he took over her training. She could hear them talking outside her room, but she paid them no attention. Instead, she tried to sink into sleep, yet it eluded her. It was not because of the conversation she heard from the next room she could not relax into a restful state. It was the battle within her. Just a couple days ago they had rescued her from Korriban. Darth An’Thrax lay dead on the hot sands of that vile planet’s desert. Though a part of her was relieved to be away from there and back with her friends and family on the way home, there was a big part of her that wished she had died as well. As a matter of fact, she felt a part of her had died. A part of her soul was ravaged along with her body in the months of… apprenticeship, Darth An’Thrax had called it. Shadows now dwelled within her. Shadows she wished to shrink away from and sink into at the same time. The warm love of her family and friends around her on the ship felt like a scorching fire. The time she spent immersed in the dark side on Korriban left her unable to stand the sudden brightness of the light side of the force. It was as though she had been imprisoned in a dark hole where no light had gotten in, and had suddenly been brought out into a bright Tatooine day with that world’s two suns shining down into her eyes. It was too much all at once. Alexis opened her eyes as she realized, “I can’t stay at the temple. I don’t belong there now.” Slowly, she rose from the bed and walked across the small room and paused at the door. She steeled herself before going back out into the light of her loved ones’ embrace. Her small hand shook as she lifted it to tap the button beside the door. Her hand paused for a brief moment before pressing that button, as she stared at her hand. It seems as though this hand belongs to someone else. It is a child's hand, but I feel so old and weary. Then she pressed the button and for the first time since she retired to her room on the ship two days ago, she emerged. Her four rescuers quickly stopped talking and turned their heads to look at her. “I’m sorry if we woke you, Allie.” Bryont said in a gentle tone. “I wasn’t sleeping.” Her voice was hoarse from not being used. She tried to smile slightly, but her lips were so chapped it hurt. Seym quickly went to get her a glass of water. “Here, this should help.” Alexis avoided looking into her friend’s eyes as she took the refreshing drink. “Thank you.” “Any time, Lexi.” Seym put a gentle hand on her shoulder. He frowned as she pulled away from his touch, but said nothing. Pretending to concentrate on drinking, Alexis walked away from Seym. She knew he still loved her, but did not wish to think about that. She looked up at the adults. “I… want to thank you for coming to rescue me… I’m sorry I was rather… taciturn the past few days.” Maci walked over to Alexis and gave her a hug. She slowly pulled away though when she felt her step daughter stiffen. “It’s alright. You’ve been through a lot.” The former jedi master was alarmed at how emaciated Alexis appeared. She had felt the girl’s ribs in the brief embrace. “Have you eaten any of the food we brought in to you?” “I couldn’t.” Alexis looked down at the floor as she whispered her reply. She had tried to eat, but the first bite made her wretch. She looked up over at her father, then over at Master Healer Hauzer. “Master, I need to speak with you in private…” she looked around at the others before continuing, “if that’s alright.” Bryont spoke for them, his voice full of understanding. “Of course it’s alright.” Alexis abruptly turned around and went back into her room, the healer following her in. When the door closed behind him, he asked quietly. “What is it, Alexis. Do you feel ill?” The padawan gave a small laugh devoid of humor. “I’m fine. Well, not exactly, but nothing’s wrong physically that a bit of time won’t heal.” She kept her back turned to him. “Time can heal inner wounds, too, Alexis.” He came over to stand beside her, but was careful not to touch her. “Or the wounds could take root and grow like thorny weeds in a garden.” She lowered her head to stare at her feet. “Padawan…” Healer Hauzer swallowed. She had only been his padawan a few days before she sacrificed herself to free her father from the Sith, but in that short time he had formed a bond with her. It made him uneasy that he could not sense anything from her. What have they done to you? He thought, but said instead, “things will work out. You’re strong, and have been grounded well in the light side. You will heal, eventually.” “Perhaps, but until I heal, I can’t stay at the temple.” She turned her head to look away from her mentor as a tear escaped her eyes. “I can’t go on being your padawan.” The statement did not surprise the healer. He had seen it coming. “Of course, you need time. You can stay with your family. Their love for you can do more for you than anything I or the other healers can.” As he spoke, he took a chance of putting a comforting hand on her shoulder. As soon as the healer’s gentle fingers touched her, Alexis quickly swung around, her hand sweeping up to roughly bat his hand away. She looked at him, face contorted with anger, and eyes blazing with an inner fire. “You don’t get it, do you?” Her voice was a low, almost inaudible growl. “I’m not the sweet little girl you knew a couple months ago!” -----signature----- "Change. It can be good. It can be bad. It can be expected or come as a thief in the night. Invited or not, it always comes." ~Koria "Tender Shadows", co-written w/ The Musical Jedi Padawan to DarthIshtar Failed member of CA (Challengeholics Anonymous)
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VaderLVR64 Title: Fan Fic Manager Digging out from Fay Registered: Feb '04	Date Posted: 1/29/07 11:07am Subject: RE: ~~Soul Shadows~~ [OC]
	Oh, very interesting start! Please PM when you update this one. The warm love of her family and friends around her on the ship, felt like a scorching fire. The time she spent immersed in the dark side on Korriban left her unable to stand the sudden brightness of the light side of the force. It was as though she had been imprisoned in a dark hole where no light had gotten in, and had suddenly been brought out into a bright Tatooine day with that world’s two suns shining down into her eyes. It was too much all at once. WOnderful! And how very true this would be. -----signature----- If you have to choose between tears and laughter, remember that laughter burns more calories. They call me NANA Vader. At least she doesn't lack confidence...
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Alexis_Wingstar Registered: Sep '06	Date Posted: 1/29/07 3:10pm Subject: RE: ~~Soul Shadows~~ [OC]
	VaderLVR64 posted: Oh, very interesting start! Please PM when you update this one. The warm love of her family and friends around her on the ship, felt like a scorching fire. The time she spent immersed in the dark side on Korriban left her unable to stand the sudden brightness of the light side of the force. It was as though she had been imprisoned in a dark hole where no light had gotten in, and had suddenly been brought out into a bright Tatooine day with that world’s two suns shining down into her eyes. It was too much all at once. WOnderful! And how very true this would be. OK, i shall. It's funny, when I wrote that part, I kept thinking about that alien dude that's in love with Vicky on "Fairly Odd Parents". OMG, I watch way to much cartoons! Well, to my credit, I do have an eight-year-old son, and I have to monitor what he watches. -----signature----- "Change. It can be good. It can be bad. It can be expected or come as a thief in the night. Invited or not, it always comes." ~Koria "Tender Shadows", co-written w/ The Musical Jedi Padawan to DarthIshtar Failed member of CA (Challengeholics Anonymous)
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Alexis_Wingstar Registered: Sep '06	Date Posted: 1/29/07 3:30pm Subject: RE: ~~Soul Shadows~~ [OC]
	VaderLVR64 posted: Oh, very interesting start! Please PM when you update this one. The warm love of her family and friends around her on the ship, felt like a scorching fire. The time she spent immersed in the dark side on Korriban left her unable to stand the sudden brightness of the light side of the force. It was as though she had been imprisoned in a dark hole where no light had gotten in, and had suddenly been brought out into a bright Tatooine day with that world’s two suns shining down into her eyes. It was too much all at once. WOnderful! And how very true this would be. OK, i shall. It's funny, when I wrote that part, I kept thinking about that alien dude that's in love with Vicky on "Fairly Odd Parents". OMG, I watch way to much cartoons! Well, to my credit, I do have an eight-year-old son, and I have to monitor what he watches. -----signature----- "Change. It can be good. It can be bad. It can be expected or come as a thief in the night. Invited or not, it always comes." ~Koria "Tender Shadows", co-written w/ The Musical Jedi Padawan to DarthIshtar Failed member of CA (Challengeholics Anonymous)
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Alexis_Wingstar Registered: Sep '06	Date Posted: 1/30/07 5:53pm Subject: RE: ~~Soul Shadows~~ [OC] - Date Edited: 2/5/07 3:48pm (1 edits total) Edited By: Alexis_Wingstar
	Healer Hauser backed away from her; not out of fear, but, the strong emotions coming from Alexis surpised him. For the first time since the rescue, he could sense Alexis. As she had said, he did not sense the loving, gentle soul he had bonded with a few short months ago. Anger, hatred, sorrow and fear came at him in a violent rush. He looked at the girl standing there who was now a stranger. Then he saw the deep sorrow and regret in her eyes. Not a complete stranger, I can sense the good in you still... and something else, though I cannot place what it is... “Padawan…” “No! Don’t call me that!” It was her turn to back away from the master healer who reached out to her once more. She backed up into the bed, and sat down hard. “Can’t you see I’ve turned? The dark side has swallowed me. I can’t be a jedi now. I can’t go home. I might hurt the babies. I’d rather die.” He could tell that Alexis was fighting back tears. His heart went out to her as he spoke quietly. “Where will you go then, if not to the temple or to your family’s home?” “I don’t know.” Alexis’ voice sounded small and lost. “All I know is I can’t go home.” She bit her bottom lip as it started to tremble. Healer Hauser quickly went over to sit next to her and put an arm around her shoulders and drew her to him. This time, she did not pull away. Her shoulders heaved as she sobbed and buried her head in his chest. He held her tight as she cried. He said nothing, but gently sent to her a sense of assurance while he stroked her hair. That is when he realized what the something else he sensed was. His brow furrowed slightly, but he said nothing. He just held Alexis and did his best to comfort her. After several minutes, Alexis’ sobbing slowly ebbed and finally ceased. She pulled away with a small sniffle. “I’m sorry,” she said as she reached for the bed covering and began rubbing the front of the healer’s robe, sopping up the moisture from her tears. She looked briefly in his eyes and blushed, embarrassed by her weeping display. “No need for apologies.” He smiled gently as he caught her hands in his. “Alexis, I understand your reasoning for not going home, but don’t turn your back on the order and everyone who loves you. We can help you through this. The darkness hasn’t swallowed you whole. There is still so much good in you.” Again, Alexis turned away as a feeling of deep shame came to the fore. She drew her hands out of his gentle grip. Subconsciously, she placed a hand on her stomach. Swallowing, the healer asked delicately. “Is Darth An’Thrax the father?” -----signature----- "Change. It can be good. It can be bad. It can be expected or come as a thief in the night. Invited or not, it always comes." ~Koria "Tender Shadows", co-written w/ The Musical Jedi Padawan to DarthIshtar Failed member of CA (Challengeholics Anonymous)
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VaderLVR64 Title: Fan Fic Manager Digging out from Fay Registered: Feb '04	Date Posted: 2/1/07 5:27am Subject: RE: ~~Soul Shadows~~ [OC]
	Oh, the plot thickens! I can't wait to see what happens next! -----signature----- If you have to choose between tears and laughter, remember that laughter burns more calories. They call me NANA Vader. At least she doesn't lack confidence...
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Alexis_Wingstar Registered: Sep '06	Date Posted: 2/1/07 8:53pm Subject: RE: ~~Soul Shadows~~ [OC] - Date Edited: 2/3/07 8:16am (2 edits total) Edited By: Alexis_Wingstar
	Alexis’ eyes were round with a combination of surprise and fear as she looked around sharply at her master. She took in a deep breath, trying not to start crying again. She opened her mouth to speak, but all that would come out was a squeak, and the tears began to flow once more. She nodded as she drew up her knees and buried her face in her hands. “H-h-he forced me…” her despondent voice was muffled by her hands. “It hurt so bad I wanted to die!” Awkwardly, he put a hand on her back as a comforting gesture. “Alexis, I’m…” She quickly jumped off the bed and backed away from him. “Please, just,” she paused a moment, taking a few deep breaths to calm herself. “Just don’t tell my parents yet!” She paced back and forth. “I can’t deal with them knowing right now.” “Alexis, they can help you.” She raised her voice, “Please!” She quickly looked at the door and lowered her voice barely above a whisper. “They’re worried enough about me, and I can’t stand to see how my father will take this. Please, I’ll tell them, but, not yet… I’m not ready!” She suddenly felt very tired. Sensing her weariness, the healer rose from the bed. “Ok. Go to sleep now. We’ll be back on Corruscant in a few hours. I suggest stay at the temple for a week or so until you heal. Then you can decide what to do from there.” He spoke soothingly. Alexis nodded and crawled into bed. “I’m not sure if I can sleep though. Images I prefer not to see come when I lower my guard.” Healer Hauzer placed a hand on her temple, and let the force flow through his fingers as he whispered. “Sleep.” The girl was asleep instantly. The healer sighed wearily and steeled himself before going out to face Bryont and Maci. He did not want to lie to them, yet he respected his padawan’s wishes not to tell her parents. She’s just eleven-years-old! He thought. She only had her first period this year. His hand tightened into a fist. Stang, if An’Thrax weren’t already dead… just think how Bryont will take it when he hears. I don't blame her for waiting to tell him! He took a deep breath to calm himself then opened the door. -----signature----- "Change. It can be good. It can be bad. It can be expected or come as a thief in the night. Invited or not, it always comes." ~Koria "Tender Shadows", co-written w/ The Musical Jedi Padawan to DarthIshtar Failed member of CA (Challengeholics Anonymous)
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Healer_Leona Registered: Jul '00	Date Posted: 2/2/07 5:23am Subject: RE: ~~Soul Shadows~~ [OC]
	Whoa!! That poor girl, so much to have had to endure. I'd love to get PM updates for this story. -----signature----- I want to swim away but don't know how Sometimes it feels just like I'm falling in the ocean
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Alexis_Wingstar Registered: Sep '06	Date Posted: 2/2/07 5:33am Subject: RE: ~~Soul Shadows~~ [OC]
	Healer_Leona posted: Whoa!! That poor girl, so much to have had to endure. I'd love to get PM updates for this story. Your wish is my command. -----signature----- "Change. It can be good. It can be bad. It can be expected or come as a thief in the night. Invited or not, it always comes." ~Koria "Tender Shadows", co-written w/ The Musical Jedi Padawan to DarthIshtar Failed member of CA (Challengeholics Anonymous)
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Alexis_Wingstar Registered: Sep '06	Date Posted: 2/4/07 8:55pm Subject: RE: ~~Soul Shadows~~ [OC] - Date Edited: 3/8/07 8:19am (2 edits total) Edited By: Alexis_Wingstar
	I'm sorry about the other night everyone, I wish there was a way we can delete an accidental post! Well, w/o further ado, the end of chapter one... About a week later, Alexis sat in her private chamber at the temple, playing her flute. At first, she played it haltingly, not sure of what she was going to play, but soon she closed her eyes and just let go. Soon, like it had happened so often in the past, beautiful music flowed from the girl and the instrument as they became one. The melody held a melancholy air that mirrored the gloom from within. A light rapping came from the door. Alexis finished playing and lowered the flute from her lips. “Come in, father.” Bryont slowly opened the door and peeked in with an uneasy smile. “I have someone here I’d like you to meet. Are you up for company?” The girl rolled her eyes as she stood. “I’m not a frail sickling, dad, you don’t have to treat me with kid gloves.” Ever since he found out she had been raped and was pregnant, her father had been going out of his way to make sure she was alright and almost tiptoeing around her. It rather irritated her. Bryont chuckled as he entered, and a woman with long red hair followed him in. “Allie, I’d like you to meet my cousin, Colleen. Colleen, Allie.” “Hi, Allie.” Colleen smiled as she reached to shake her hand. “Alexis. Only dad is allowed to call me Allie.” “Oh, I’m sorry. Alexis,” the woman’s eyes rested briefly on the instrument in Alexis’ hand. “I heard you playing. It was beautiful, but I couldn’t quite place the tune though…” “Oh, it wasn’t any tune in particular. I was just… playing what I felt.” Alexis shrugged. Colleen tilted her head in curiosity. “Can you play a tune for me?” Knitting her brows together in puzzlement, Alexis shrugged once more. “Sure. What do you wish to hear?” Bryont’s cousin paused as she thought about it. “I’ll sing a song, and you can jump in to accompany me, if that’s alright.” “Go ahead.” Alexis said as she brought the flute up to her lips to get ready. She listened as Colleen began to sing, and soon she began to play, harmonizing with the woman in perfect synch. When the song was over, Colleen smiled brightly. “You are quite talented.” “Thank you. You are, too.” Alexis looked at her father. “What’s this about?” Bryont’s laugh sounded nervous. “You still like to come right to the point. Well, you told us you didn’t feel comfortable staying here or at home. Colleen is a professional singer. In fact, she’s on tour right now. I don’t want you going out on your own. I thought perhaps you could travel with her.” Alexis looked back and forth at her father and Colleen. Unexpected feelings warred inside her. Part of her felt betrayed, that her father was just using the excuse that she felt uncomfortable to get rid of her because he felt awkward around her. Part of her knew that was not the case, that her father loved her and was doing his best to do what was right for her. She shrugged. “Ok. When do we leave?” “Well, I have two more performances here on Corruscant, and then I go on to Corellia and other planets.” Alexis nods. “Good. I’ll be ready.” A couple days later, Bryont and Maci carry the triplets as they see Alexis off at the spaceport. Seym was there, too, but he stood back quietly. Alexis looked up at her parents and hugged them. “Don’t worry about me, alright? I’m going to be fine.” Bryont, who was still holding Keegan in one arm, lifted her up in his other arm to hug her tight. “I know you will. But I’ll still miss you.” He closed his eyes to keep the tears that threatened to come at bay. “Dad,” Alexis rasped. “You have to let go, I can’t breathe!” “Oh, sorry!” Bryont gasped as he quickly but gently settled her back to the floor. “I didn’t hurt…” He looked at Alexis’ belly and swallowed even though there were no outward signs yet that she was pregnant. Alexis gave a small smile and sighed. “No harm done. I’ll miss you, too.” She looked around as she started to back away. “Well, I’d better board before they decide to leave without me.” “Aleshi!” Keegan cried out as he held out his little arms to her. “Awe, Keeg!” Alexis came and hugged her little brother then the other two babies as well. A couple tears made their way down her cheek. This goodbye was more difficult than she thought it would be. “I’ll miss you, too. But don’t worry, I’ll be back. I promise I won’t be gone forever.” She then let go and went aboard the transport. Just before she went through the door though, she looked back and saw Seym. <<I already miss you.>> She sent to him through the force, then turned and was gone. -----signature----- "Change. It can be good. It can be bad. It can be expected or come as a thief in the night. Invited or not, it always comes." ~Koria "Tender Shadows", co-written w/ The Musical Jedi Padawan to DarthIshtar Failed member of CA (Challengeholics Anonymous)
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Healer_Leona Registered: Jul '00	Date Posted: 2/5/07 5:10am Subject: RE: ~~Soul Shadows~~ [OC]
	I wish there was a way we can delete an accidental post! Your wish is my command. Aww, Alexis should be glad she has her dad there to support her through this rough time. Hmm, interesting turn of events. So, she'll travel with Colleen? I only worry who she might see out while traveling. -----signature----- I want to swim away but don't know how Sometimes it feels just like I'm falling in the ocean
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VaderLVR64 Title: Fan Fic Manager Digging out from Fay Registered: Feb '04	Date Posted: 2/5/07 6:03am Subject: RE: ~~Soul Shadows~~ [OC]
	AACK! I got behind! But that meant I had TWO wonderful posts to read at once. Loving this story! -----signature----- If you have to choose between tears and laughter, remember that laughter burns more calories. They call me NANA Vader. At least she doesn't lack confidence...
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Alexis_Wingstar Registered: Sep '06	Date Posted: 2/5/07 3:14pm Subject: RE: ~~Soul Shadows~~ [OC] - Date Edited: 2/5/07 3:46pm (1 edits total) Edited By: Alexis_Wingstar
	Healer_Leona posted: I wish there was a way we can delete an accidental post! Your wish is my command. Aww, Alexis should be glad she has her dad there to support her through this rough time. Hmm, interesting turn of events. So, she'll travel with Colleen? I only worry who she might see out while traveling. It isn't so much his support, it's his uneasiness that irritates her. I guess I may have not worded it correctly. Colleen has a good group of roadies and a bodyguard to keep Alexis out of trouble... from without, anyway, hehe. Oh, and thanks for deleting those accidental posts! I felt like such an idiot! -----signature----- "Change. It can be good. It can be bad. It can be expected or come as a thief in the night. Invited or not, it always comes." ~Koria "Tender Shadows", co-written w/ The Musical Jedi Padawan to DarthIshtar Failed member of CA (Challengeholics Anonymous)
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Alexis_Wingstar Registered: Sep '06	Date Posted: 2/5/07 3:16pm Subject: RE: ~~Soul Shadows~~ [OC]
	VaderLVR64 posted: AACK! I got behind! But that meant I had TWO wonderful posts to read at once. Loving this story! Thank you, VaderLVR, your praise means a lot to me, since I enjoy your stories so much! -----signature----- "Change. It can be good. It can be bad. It can be expected or come as a thief in the night. Invited or not, it always comes." ~Koria "Tender Shadows", co-written w/ The Musical Jedi Padawan to DarthIshtar Failed member of CA (Challengeholics Anonymous)
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Alexis_Wingstar Registered: Sep '06	Date Posted: 2/7/07 1:40pm Subject: RE: ~~Soul Shadows~~ [OC]
	Chapter 2: Precipice “You are mine forever now, Apprentice.” The gravelly voice rasped in her ear. Her master’s hot breath on her cheek made her shudder. His weight upon her pressed her against the cold stone, and she could not move. “No!” Her shrill cry seemed to go on forever, and then she was sitting up in bed, drenched in sweat. Alexis looked around frantically, her breath coming in ragged sobs. “A dream! It was just another dream,” she whispered to herself. “He’s dead. He can’t hurt you any more.” “You think so, Apprentice?” Alexis’ eyes went wide as suddenly all the light disappeared from the room, and she turned apprehensively toward the voice. She felt as though she were floating in mid-air. He was there before her. Her heart pounded in her chest as she reached for her lightsaber. “No.” She moaned as she realized she no longer had it. She had given it up to the council. Even though she was still in the order, she had given up her lightsaber to them for safe keeping. Low laughter that sounded like the grinding roar of an earthquake filled her with cold fear. “Do you think it’s that easy to get rid of me?” More laughter. “Even if I were dead, I will still be with you.” He reached out his massive hand and touched her stomach meaningfully. “Don’t touch me!” She yelled as hot anger filled her. Her hair whipped wildly around even though there was no wind. He smiled at her. It was not a nice smile. “You’re so beautiful when you are angry, my love.” “I hate you!” Her voice cracked as she screamed. “Get out of my head!” “Alexis?” She looked around and saw she was standing on the bed in the hotel room. Seeing Colleen just inside the door, she took a deep, steadying breath before she spoke shakily, “Oh, hi.” “Are you alright?” Colleen’s face as well as voice held concern for her young companion. A faint echo of his laughter mocked Alexis, and she heard him whisper. “Come back to me, my lover.” “He’s alive.” She stood there on the bed, shaking with cold and dread. Her sweat-drenched black hair and pink lacy nightgown were plastered against her skin. “Come down from there.” Colleen spoke softly as she came over and took Alexis’ hand. “Who’s alive, honey?” Alexis hopped off the bed as she responded. “He is. Darth An’Thrax.” Her shivering became more pronounced. “Honey, you’re freezing!” The older woman exclaimed as she reached for the girl’s robe and put it around her. “I thought you and Bry killed him.” “So did we.” Alexis told Colleen about how she saw the sith lord after awakening, and what he had said. “Are you sure you weren’t still dreaming? Sometimes when you wake up from a nightmare, it can stay with you for awhile.” Alexis shook her head with grim certainty. “It was no dream.” Her dark, doe-like eyes projected her misery and horror. She put a hand on her stomach. “He’s calling to me, Colleen; he wants me to come back to him.” The trepidation in the girl’s voice touched Colleen’s heart. “Honey, he can’t make you go to him.” Alexis looked up at Colleen. “But he can come after me. And he won’t care who he hurts to get at me.” Her voice rose in pitch. “If innocents die because I’m too afraid to go face him…” “Alexis, listen to me!” Colleen spoke urgently as she grabbed the girl’s shoulders. “You’ll be playing right into his hands if you go.” Tears welled up in Alexis’ eyes, and Colleen embraced her. “Oh, sweetie, it’s going to be alright. You’ll see. He’s just playing mind games with you. Don’t let that evil gundark get to you!” Alexis pulled away as she wiped a tear that had fallen. “I’d better go take a shower. I feel all yucky.” “OK,” the older woman nodded. “I’ll just go get ready for the concert tonight. Remember, this one starts at seven.” With that, she left the room, and Alexis ran into the refresher, slamming the door behind her. She barely made it to the commode when she started retching violently. By the time she was finished, she was on her knees and felt so weak, she could barely get up. She staggered into the shower and ran the water as hot as she could stand it. Steam filled the room within seconds. “Alexis.” His voice came to her again as she lathered the soap generously upon her body. This time though, he did not appear to her. She closed her eyes. “Alexis, I need you!” “Get out of my head!” She cried out. “Love me, Alexis, like I love you.” She fell to her knees as she let out a wordless scream and wept, the hot water running over her and merging with her tears and washing the soap away. Leave me alone! She mouthed the words, though no sound came. “Come to me, Alexis. I need you.” “Alexis?” Another voice came from the other side of the door accompanied by loud knocking. She bolted upright, startled. His voice faded away on one last sentence. “I’ll be waiting for you, my love.” “Alexis, are you alright?” Master Healer Hauzer’s voice came from behind the door. “Colleen told me what happened.” -----signature----- "Change. It can be good. It can be bad. It can be expected or come as a thief in the night. Invited or not, it always comes." ~Koria "Tender Shadows", co-written w/ The Musical Jedi Padawan to DarthIshtar Failed member of CA (Challengeholics Anonymous)
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Mira_Jade Registered: Jun '04	Date Posted: 2/7/07 2:20pm Subject: RE: ~~Soul Shadows~~ [OC]
	Wow. That was intense, I feel so bad for Alexis. I can't wait to see where this is going. PM me when you update please? ~MJ -----signature----- I couldn't . . . I shouldn't . . . but I will! "The Drabble Drop" http://boards.theforce.net/Message.aspx?topic=29101933&brd=10477 Force help us all.
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