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A Dance to Remember:
A autumn festival for the fae celebrating the hunt. The Erlking himself was rather pleased about the year’s hunt, and so he had subjected himself to a dance on his dearest brother’s request. Midir would do anything for his brother, and he had no complaints when he saw who his dancing partner was. It was Dianthe, who was affectionately called Dia, a old friend of his brother’s. She hadn’t been around in the courts for the tragedy that had befallen her.
Her family had arranged a marriage for her, believing it to be best for her to be with a man that was timid and mild. But Dia was like a proud mountain lion. Capable and a force to be reckon with. This meek man was also foolish and ended up squandering all of their money on this special type of “lamb” before divorcing Dia in shame. Dia was then homeless and had to sleep in the forest next to forest creatures. The forest accepted her because of her kind heart and Dia was happy.
But women need more than fresh water and cute animals to keep them company. She had gone to Asemir to rekindle their friendship and so he brought her to this autumn festival. He thought now would be a good time for her to leave her horrid past behind and to search for love again. And there was no one better than Midir, the Erlking, ruler of the autumn lands. He was handsome, devilishly so. Long, platinum blonde hair and stunning limpid blue eyes. His face was all angles and sharp edges that promised to cut whoever dared touch him. He was a man of power. And Dia knew this, yet she didn’t care.
“How are you enjoying your stay in my lands?” His eminence asked the lovely Dianthe as they swayed in the center of the room. They moved together as one, as if they were always meant to dance with one another.
“I’m enjoying it very much.” Dia said with a beautiful smile, looking up at Midir. He was struck then by how beautiful she really was. Her kindess and her looks were very much desirable to the hardened man. He couldn’t last remember a soft caress or holding someone that he didn’t want to break and kill. “It’s so different, being around others again. I was worried.”
“How could someone like you worry? You’re wonderful.”
“I was afraid you’d know the rumors of me.” She admitted, looking away, suddenly feeling quite shy. “You see, I was once married. But my husband, maybe you’ve heard of him, Gale Greensword, ruined my life. I was lost and alone for so long. But I learned many things about myself. What I wanted, who I really am. I am a strong, independent woman and I don’t need a man.” She said this with such conviction that Midir was besides himself. Where had she been hiding all this time?
“Dia,” Midir whispered, tears coming to his eyes and he held her close against his broad muscular chest. “I have never heard a more woeful tale of sorrow and loneliness. But I must confess, I too have had similar hardships. I was once in love but she chose another man over me. A stupid man.” He shook his head and Dia emphasized with that statement. Sometimes people were such idiots. “You and I are so alike.” He said and looked into Dia’s eyes and she looked back into his.
For that moment it felt like it was only them in the room.
“Tell me you’ll join my court.” Midir whispered, frantic, searching her eyes for the answer he so desperately wanted to hear.
“Depends.” Dia smirked, tilting her head to the side. “There’s someone I have my eye on. Can you promise him to me?” Midir’ s glacial gaze darkened into a fierce storm.
“Who? Who is it?” He growled, leaning down close to Dia so he could whisper in her ear. “If you think Asemir can make you happy, I’ll have you know Queen Mab says I am more impressive.” Dia laughed at his jealousy, causing Midir to give her a confused look.
“My dearest Midir, I only want you.” The moment those words left her lips she stood up on the very tips of her toes and kissed the erlking right on the mouth! Midir was overjoyed and hungrily kissed her back. Dia tasted of spring and sunshine and crystal clear streams and it was something he had missed so much, especially being in autumn court where leaves were constantly falling off of trees. She rejuvenated him like nothing else could.
Finally, the Erlking felt whole. He picked Dia up bridal style and began walking away to his room so they couldn’t be disturbed.
“Where are we going?” Dia asked innocently.
“To get you settled into Autumn Court. You’ll live with me now, forever and ever. Tomorrow we marry.” He answered the love of his life with a huge happy smile on his handsome face.
[HIII!! First story! I’m so nervous omg! Hope you all like it. I dreamed of a hot blonde hunk and a cute girl next door brunette and came up with this. This was so much fun to write!! I post every day instead of doing my chemistry homework. Follow for more!]