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“This feels good now, doesn't it?” The light brown skinned elf muttered as she ground herself on top the noble shemlen’s lap.

He groaned gently while he rested his hands on her waist as he muttered, “You have no idea knife ear. Here, let me make things a little more comfortable for the both of us.”

“As you wish,” the elf remarked playfully as she slowly opened her eyes, she studied him with her light purple eyes while he touched the bottom of her elven blouse. Her own motions slowed to a stop as she raised her arms up, the shemlen grinned while the elf quickly covered her breast and turned her head to the side.

Softly he reassured her, “Don’t get shy on me now, the fun is about to begin.”

“Who says I’m shy?” the elf asked as she slowly leaned forward. She made certain her bare breasts touched the noblemen shirt, causing him to groan again. Daere kissed his lip then nipped gently while her hand slowly trailed to the tops of her boots, the nobleman smiled while resting his hands on her back.

“I hope you are much better than the whores in the blooming rose,“ he muttered.

“Well my lord you will have to see now, won't you?“ Daere murmured as she nipped his lip playfully, carefully her hand rested on the handle of a small silver blade that was nestled close to her ankle. She teased the noble with her body while his hands rested on the seams of her pants, and as he started to pull down, she began to pulled the blade out. Slowly she pulled back causing him to question her motives.

”Something the matter knife ear?” He asked, baffled.

“No, I just don't want to make too much of a mess over myself,” Daere replied softly as she stared at his chest, the noble opened his mouth to question what she meant but paused as he noticed that her eyes had hardened.

The noble opened his mouth to scream, but Daere was quick, raising her hand with a sweeping motion the blade cut right across his throat. Slowly, Daere stood up as the blood started to spray from the noble’s neck, with a gentle tug she reclaimed her blouse then pause to a stop upon hearing the gurgling noise moving behind her. Daere turned her head and watched as the nobleman struggled to walk over to her. Stumbling, he fell while she started to put on her blouse, then shook her head and muttered, “Shame. The last one lasted longer, but I guess we all have to die sometime.”

She looked around for the payment he had owed her for a contract that had not fallen through and allowed herself a small smirk to play across lips as her eyes fall upon the small coin bag on the dead noble’s table. Slowly she glanced back at the noble, their eyes met as he stared at her blankly. As silently as an assassin might, she wiped the blade against her pant leg then bent over to place the blade back into its sheath as she listened to the people outside of Jader moving around. She stood unhurriedly and made her way over to the front door.

‘Last one before home,’ she thought. ‘I wonder if Trevor would allow me to stay for a few more days? hHe should no’t complain much this time now that I've have the money.‘

Gently she opened the door allowing the cool breeze to greet her as she stepped out into the early night air. Daere closed the door behind her as a horse-drawn carriage drove right past. Then she brought up her cloak's hood as she walked away from the crime scene before slipping her hand within the bag she had acquired, pulling out a couple of silver pieces from within. With ease, as she passed a poor family, Daere dropped the coins right at a skinny looking man's feet.

He looked down then shouted at her, ”Ma'am, you dropped something!”

All she did in response to the clearly confused family was wave her hand in the air good-naturedly as she carried on her way.

Daere continued to walk until the familiar tavern appeared within her sights. Without hesitation, Daere lowered her gaze to the ground as a couple of drunk shemlens left. With ease, she slipped past them as they started to kiss each other in the doorway. She made quick work pulling back her hood as she made her way to the very front of the tavern.

Daere grinned sheepishly as she flopped onto a bar stool causing Trevor to state sharply, “I am not giving you another night in a free room, Daere.”

“Ouch, that hurts and here I thought you loved me. It’s okay though. I got the money this time, plus interest if you want it,” Daere replied innocently as she reached over to her side and grabbed the small coin bag. With a small toss, the coins fell out and cluttered as they split onto the table.

Trevor stopped then looked at them while remarking, “By now I know better than to question why you have that much on you.”

“Well, you know how good the pay is if you don't have to work with any partners,” she purred deceptively. “Speaking of work, has Blair said anything on my next target or am I finally heading home?” Daere inquired not hiding her own curiosity as she finally pulled back her hood, her hands moved to the table as the door opened behind her.

Trevor paused as he looked past her towards the doorway. Daere winced, shutting her eyes as she heard a bellowed demand, “Everyone in this tavern will need to vacate the premises right now or there’ll be hell to pay!”

“This is a joke right?” a masculine voice questioned behind her, causing her to slowly turn her head to see what was going on. Daere could recognize the man that had spoken was a member of the Seekers by looking at his outfit, but that alone did not seem to faze the mage or his men. She looked on as the unmarked soldier nodded whilst he slowly turned his attention to his crew behind him. They watched as the swordsmen moved his hand to the hilt of his broadsword then unsheathed it, the Seeker had no time to react as the unmarked soldier ran him through.

Time felt as though it had stilled as the patrons watched in disbelief. The Seeker fell to his knees as the blood started to trickle from the corner of his mouth. Daere watched as the blood ran swiftly on the blade before the soldier roughly dislodged his blade, causing the room to fall silent. The audience watched in shock as the Seeker dropped onto his knees, falling lifelessly onto the tavern floor. Blood ran swiftly on the blade before the soldier kicked the Seeker’s dead body with distaste.

A delayed scream broke out as Daere turned back around in her seat to face the bar. She rolled her eyes as she muttered grumpily, “Of course it seems it won't be a quiet night, after all. Hey, do you think you can get me something to drink, Trevor?”

“Of course, Daere,” Trevor replied as he shook his head while he walked away to pour her a glass. It didn’t take long before one of the soldiers made their way over to them.The mage stopped right behind her then rested his hand on the table in front of her. Slowly he bent over and threatened close to her ear with a sickening hiss, “Did you not hear my kind officer? Get your lousy ass up, you filthy knife ear and disarm.”

“Kind sir, I have paid for my room already and I will not disarm because you had asked me in such a manner. If you want me to do so, so badly, you might as well disrobe me, which I don't see happening. So please get your filthy stench away from me, you stupid shemlen.” Daere replied coldly.

Trevor placed some ale in front of her while he looked nervously at the mage. She could hear the other patrons being moved outside as the mage turned his attention to the filled cup. Daere moved her hand towards it but stopped as the mage knocked over her drink. The mage threatened the scared tavern owner whipping his head towards him to glare at him with a snarl,“What about you? Do you have something to say too or are you going to move with the others?”

“Trevor, don’t do anything. The Templars should be here soon to see what’s going on here. Besides, with the way he’s dressed, I don't see him doing anything,” Daere replied as she looked at Trevor with her own coldness in her eyes. She turned her head to face the mage ready to snap at him.

The mage backed away from her as he started to laugh hysterically, he wasted no time opening his palm while he allowed a fireball to develop. Trevor's eyes went wide as he started to run but couldn’t get far enough as the mage threw the fireball at him. Daere stiffly watched as she stood there staring down at Trevor’s burnt body while the mage inquired hatefully, ”Still think I’m full of hot air, knife elf?”

Daere felt her anger rise while she looked at the mage, her eyes as sharp as daggers. With belying calm, she studied the mage’s movements with caution, unhilting her daggers from her side and placed them onto the table waiting for the mage to drop his guard. She nearly lost hope as his eyes followed her every movement, then just as she was about to reach for the small blade within her boot he turned his attention to the door while one of his men entered.

Daere fought the smile that pulled at her lips as the soldier reported, “The others are loaded up, we’re just waiting for you, sir. What’re we going to do with the knife ear?”

“What else you do with the…” the mage began as Daere pulled out the small blade. Without making a noise her eyes went wide in intent as she started to charge at him.

The soldier quickly cut the mage off as Daere got closer. “Sir!”

“No you don't you, sneaky fox!” the mage sneered as he moved to the side allowing his spell to vanish, Daere landed hard onto the table. He grabbed the back of her hair before she could recover from her mistake, then swiftly he slammed her head into the table, releasing her as she fall backward from the pain. The mage stared down at her, his voice sounded far away as he asked his men, “Do we have a spare empty cart or are all full?”

“We have a spare one, but you know we cannot use it...” The soldier's voice faded as Daere slowly closed her eyes, she could feel her body grow light as faint whispers surrounded her. The air changed swiftly as she opened her eyes, part of her already knew her lucidity was fading as she attempted to sit up. But she all she managed was a soft mutter under her breath, “Well shit.”

Once her surroundings had changed, she slowly got up while observing the glowing, green rocks that sat around the hillside. A thought crossed her mind that they seemed vaguely familiar to her as she moved down the small hill with a defeated sighed. Her father's words drifted into her thoughts almost like a haunting echo, ‘While in the fade da’len show no emotion, for if you show the slightest, demons will take your soul.’

“It is not like I would be missed if I did die out here,” Daere muttered more to herself as a black figure moved behind a hazy-looking tree, she paused then shook her head as she tried her best to keep her nerve. She took a breath as she ignored the creature that she knew was starting to follow her while she walked on. With a snicker Daere mused quietly, “I wonder if this is how Darcy feels when he sleeps? I wonder what type of spirits has he came across?”

‘Where are the spirits anyway?’ Daere wondered, her heart nearly froze as a deep growl drifted to her from behind. Gathering her wits, Daere threatened, “If demon or mage, ar tu na’lin emma mi. So you might as well show yourself and stop stalking me because I don't appreciate it.”

“Ma emma harel, da’len. Is this how the elves on the earth are now being raised? You lack respect,” a male voice scolded her with some annoyance as they spoke.

Daere clenched her fist together as she lowered her head. After a moment to collect herself further and with a sigh, she smirked as she slowly lifted her head up. Daere turned around to face her stalker then paused as she saw the black wolf helmet. The armor he wore did him no justice to the stories she had been told during her childhood and in terrified awe, Daere watched as the Evanuris walked closer to her. Her mind went into a panic as she thought ’Tonight just is not my night, is it? Alright, body, I think it is best I wake up now.’

“Well, are you not going to answer my question, da’len? Or are you too afraid?” The Evanuris inquired calmly, his voice sounded almost like honey when he spoke as he stopped in front of her.

Daere studied the black wolf helmet as her eyes hardened, her anger replaced her fear as she sneered at him, “Even if I should be, I am not Fen’Harel. Your presence alone is why I should have questioned the lack of spirits, but foolish me I didn't now, did I?”

“You are foolish in thinking you can get away with those words; such darkness clings to your very essence.” He remarked coolly as his eyes started to shine while he reached out towards her. Daere tried to step back as she felt the tingle against her skin then he stopped himself as blood started to appear on her forehead. She brought her fingertips to her face and pulled away as he uttered bemusedly, “I see now.”

“Does this mean you have lost your interest in killing me?” Daere softened her tone, but he shook his head before he explained, “I am not interested in killing you. My interest is in why you of all things are here and the others in the camp are not. As of yet, I see you are not completely conscious, nor are you aware of your surroundings. Maybe next time we can keep our conversation more civil?”

“I doubt that dread wolf,” Daere replied as she looked at him oddly, his image slowly started to vanish as the hillside disappeared around them. The sound of the soldiers soon filled her ears as she felt herself begin to awaken.

The Evanuris stood there and nodded approvingly as his image thinned, slowly growing more translucent as he was swallowed up by her growing consciousness. He grinned with amusement beneath his helmet, before leaving off with a soft murmur, “We will see.”

“I am telling you, sir, the elf is probably dead or close to it. Half the time you don't even know your own strength,” a woman’s voice broke through the haze as Daere began to groan in pain, finally managing to crack her eyes open.

The swordswoman stopped talking while Daere turned her head to face them. The swordswoman shook her head in detest as the mage raised his hand and ordered her, “Leave us. I want to speak to our prisoner alone.”

“Your funeral, sir,” the swordswoman remarked snidely as she walked away, the mage looked back at Daere then studied her before their eyes met. Softly he spoke, “I apologize for the rough treatment, but you did not make it easy for me to get you here. Now, do you know how much would an elf, like yourself, cost with your eyes alone?”

“Give me less than ten minutes -- maybe five tops -- and I will gladly show you how lively I am as well, shemlen,” Daere replied sweetly as she glared at the mage, she tried to move her arms only to find them tightly bound. The mage wasted no time explaining as he studied her again with his intrigued greenish-brown eyes.

”After what you did at that tavern, I am not taking that chance with you being untied, but you should know I did manage to get somewhat of a good lookover to see what would be reasonable pricing,” the mage replied. There was a pause before he added, “Then again, I have also considered the possibility of keeping you to myself.”

"What's holding you back? Afraid that I won't sell?” Daere sneered not hiding the snappiness to her tongue.

He looked to the others in the camp slowly he changed his gaze to her while he replied gently “I’ve got plenty of reasons. For instance, who made your blades? And I can tell by your hands you have done a lot of killing up until now, so I have to know, who do you work with? You obviously know the basics. Besides, if I do sell you, I don't want you hunting me down and stabbing me in my sleep. But in truth, something tells me there is more than meets the eye with you and my gut instinct is never wrong.”

“You come into a tavern and kill an innocent man, you kidnap these people who have a family... Must I add that you fucking slammed my head into a table when all I wanted was to relax before going home? Now you want to make small talk? Please, spare me the niceties,” Daere snapped, the mage smiled slightly as one of his soldiers walked over to him.

The soldiers stopped next to the cart, he looked at them as one asked with little concern, “Sir some of the prisoners seem ill. What should we do with them?”

“Kill them. We can’t afford any sickness spreading through the carts if we are going to make some profit before heading home,” the mage replied as Daere moved her hands to test the rope's strength, she stopped struggling as the soldiers walked away.

The mage looked back at her to continue the conversation, “If you were a good girl and listened in the first place, then maybe your friend would not have died in such a way or you would not have to worry about that scar you might be getting because you decided to play nasty? I need answers, if you please. And if you work with me, maybe I might even return your kindness and allow you to eat something before we hit the town tomorrow morning. Better yet, I could allow you to share a bedroll with me so you could stay warm for the night.”

“To the abyss with you, shemlen!” Daere snapped as she looked at him with rage, she lifted herself up slightly from the floor of the cart and spit in his direction.

The mage moved back as he glared at her. He turned away with spiteful bravado and sauntered away. Without looking back, he motioned one of his soldiers over to his side with a gritted out order, “I need you to get me a cloth ready so we can gag this one.”

“Yes, sir,” the soldier replied dutifully while he reached into his pocket, he pulled one out as they made their way to the front of the cart as Daere managed to sit up.

She pressed her back against the bars as she watched the two entered. The mage paused as he held out his hand stopping the soldier while he spoke to Daere, “Don't do what I think you are considering elf. Because next time, I promise it won't end with you being knocked out.”

Daere lowered her head slightly as she kept her gaze on the two. It did not take long before they moved forward as the soldier stretched out the ends of the cloth. Feeling the urge to fight rising up once more, she bit her tongue and resisted as best as she could as they moved closer. The mage proved he was not going to have it as they stopped in front of her. Roughly he grabbed the back of her hair then yanked. The intensity of the pain surged through her body and Daere gasped out while her eyes watered. She choked over her own scream as others stopped what they were doing to watch while the solder wrapped the gag in her mouth before tightening a knot at the back of her head. Daere reflexively kicked as she raised her leg up swiftly, catching the soldier in the groin.

The soldier cried out while as he fell to his knees. The mage lashed out at her by slamming Daere’s head back against the bars before turning to his soldier and shouting mercilessly, “Suck it up! You’re a soldier; now get up!”

Daere blinked several times to clear the black dots that had formed as she chewed on the gag. She watched the soldier get up then painfully limped out of the cart with the mage right behind him. Once they had exited the two made their way off the ramp before the mage turned to glare at Daere, then slammed the iron door causing the cart she was in to shake.

Her gaze followed the mage as he made his way over towards his men. One of the soldiers handed him a bowl before Daere shifted her attention to away as her mouth watered from the hearty smell of the stew.

She looked back out at the trees that had surrounded the small, makeshift camp and her eyes rested upon a blackbird sitting on a branch not too far from them. Daere tilted her ears up in confusion before she blinked, but in that short instance, as she opened her eyes surprise washed over her upon seeing the bird gone. It couldn’t have flown off that quickly, could it? The brief incident caused her to think with little care, ‘That was odd.’

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The voices of the busy city outside woke Daere as she tried to move her arms out to stretch, but her calm was cut short as she slowly opened her eyes and realized she was still bound and gagged. It took her a while to remember the events from the night before as she stared at the floor of the small cage.

She sat up softly with a groan of pain muffled through the gag then blinked while her gaze met up with an elf servant that was peering at her through the open bars with his icy blue eyes.

The servant glanced back at the mage while he continued to talk to a customer and deciding the coast was clear, he whispered to her, ”Honestly I don’t see how you’re any different than the other elves down in Thedas, but you might as well consider yourself lucky, da’len. My friend has plans for you.”

‘What are you talking about?’ Daere wondered as she glimpsed down at his side. She noticed the blade he carried was unlike any other she had ever seen.

The mage slowly turned his attention to the two as he finished talking to the other customer. He wasted no time before advising with false pleasantness, “Sir, that one is ill-tempered and not for sale at the moment. Can I perhaps interest you in someone else?”

“Are you certain? She looks like she would be perfect for my master. You see, our last worker had an unfortunate accident during a ritual. One of the other mages he was working with cut too deep and they couldn’t stop the bleeding in time. In fact, this one looks like she is a good bleeder herself. Maybe just a knick would do it? If anything, he would likely just keep her in his bedchambers since she looks like she has some flexibility,” the servant explained.

As the elf stood, she watched as the other elf covered his odd-looking blade while the mage approached them. He shook his head no as he stopped, but Daere ignored the silent reproach and kicked at the bars causing both the men to look at her as her short, brown hair fell over her face. She tried to curse up a storm only to be muffled by the gag, but her efforts came to a halt as she found herself breathing heavily. With a fierce glare at the men, she felt she made her thoughts fairly clear. ‘The hell I’m going with someone that follows another blood mage!’

“Trust me, when we got her in from the poorest structure of the alienage, we had plenty of problems with her. In fact, this knife ear killed off some of my profit before we even got here. That’s why the prices are usually high today. If I do sell her, I want to make certain she is properly trained so I won't be responsible for any unfortunate accidents.” The mage replied with practiced calm as though reciting a script or a well-thought response.

Daere noticed the strange expression on the other elf’s face as he raised a suspicious brow. Softly the servant asked, “What alienage, can I ask, did you find her in?”

‘You did not get me from a bloody alienage, you lying son of a bitch!’ Daere thought as her eyes narrowed viciously at the lie. Yet again, while glaring at the mage, she kicked the cage causing it to rattle loudly. The mage sent Daere a threatening look as the elf servant stated with sarcasm ”It is alright my master has his ways dealing with such behaviors, if you could see the amazing work he has done but since you insist I will have to go back empty-handed. I pray that my master will be understanding. If he is not, I fear you will have a visit with him soon. ”

“I could offer your master another servant if he wants an elf, just give me a bit of time to restock,” the mage tried to explain but the odd elven servant was not going to have it as he walked out of the building, he looked back at her while he threatened ”Do you not know how to control that temper of yours?”

‘What do you think, you leeching shem,” Daere tried to mutter through the gag.

He smirked while stating, ”Even if being bound and gagged is a good look for you, you are going to kill my business if you keep insisting with this attitude. “

“Lord Livius Erimond, if you're afraid she is going to cut your profit why don't you store her with that qunari that they brought in just before you arrived ?” One of the soldiers remarked from across the room, Lord Livius Erimond stood there as an odd look crossed his face slowly he turned to look at the swordsmen while sneered”You damn certain why I am not placing this knife ear with the qunari, but you are right if we are going to get anything she needs to be out of sight.”

“But sir you said yourself that knife ear looks like she has killed before, in fact, the small blade we found that she dropped while trying to attack you had some traces of blood.” the soldier replied as he hesitated while looking at her,Lord Livius Erimond sent a chilling glare at the soldier and threatened, ”So help me don't suggest to do something about the knife ear then turn around and do nothing, take her to the back. Do I need to babysit you while you walk down the alley? Nevermind I will do it myself you worthless scum but first I got a few more questions for her before we head.”

“Do you think that is wise?” The soldier asked as Lord Livius Erimond reached into his pocket, he pulled out a set of keys while asking Daere ”Certainly you won't be pulling the same shit you did last night now, knife ear.”

Daere sat there and watch as the Tevinter entered the small cage, he knelt down in front of her then stated, ”Isn't this much better knife ear, now I am going to remove the gag from your mouth and we are going to talk..you do know how to talk without being a savage now don't you? Or am I wasting my time.”

‘The one that is being a savage is you, asshole.’ Daere thought as she just stared back at him, the soldier kept his distance at the entrance of the gate. Slowly she lowered her eyes innocently as he reached towards the back of her head, roughly he untied the knot as he spoke, ”Much better I think we might have an understanding here.”

“You have no idea who you're messing with.”Daere replied calmly as she felt the gag leave her lips, she moved her jaw slightly then licked her lips as he remarked”No dear you are the one to be mistaken, now answer my question while there are no customers present. Who do you work for, we could use a good hand like yourself after all.”

“Who says I work for anyone?”Daere inquired as she tried her best to keep her tone light, she raised her gaze from the floor, there was an uncomfortable silence between the two before Lord Livius Erimond commented”Remarkable, your skin is nothing special but those eyes a true look of a killer..soulless and dead so how could you say you don’t work for anyone?”

“If you think I work for someone then why do you think I would trade my loyalty if I had any?”Daere snapped, she moved her leg barely an inch as Lord Livius Erimond moved his hand swiftly to her throat. Softly he threatened as he tightened his grip”I told you no funny business, is it the Antivan Crows ?”

“Your kidding right? Don't confuse my work with people who tend to lose more people faster than they could recruit.”Daere busted out laughing as she explained, she slowed to a stop while she added”Please...just allow myself go and I promise you this will be less painful for you then it needs to be, I give you my word I will just walk out that door without touching that nasty face of yours..well for now I won't ”

“You not answering my question, very well have it your way ”Lord Livius Erimond remarked, slowly he turned his head to the soldier as he ordered” make certain to move some together, I don't care if they are crowded. Just like the qunari I want this knife ear kept separated from the others, if I find she is not you will be use for the next ritual understand.”

“I understand sir” A soldier replied calmly, slowly Lord Livius Erimond looked back at her while he touched her arm and muttered” Go with him, maybe later I can get something out of you that is some use.”

“Does this mean you putting that nasty thing back in my mouth?”Daere inquired trying to hide her curiosity , he smirked then replied”I don’t see that you need it since I wont be present when you run that thing of a mouth of yours, so get up.”

“You are the worst slaver I have ever come across,” Daere blurted as she slowly got to her feet.

Lord Livius Erimond stood up while he inquired out of curiosity, “Why would you say that? Have you gotten out of being sold before?”

“Never had the need to, you just got me on a bad night now please this is your last warning, let me go,” Daere replied calmly, Lord Livius Erimond studied her as he rested his hand on her wrist. Roughly he pulled her arm as they started to head out of the small cage, the soldier look at Lord Livius Erimond while they walked past him as he stated”Change of plan I will see to it she get back there.”

“But sir what about the others that still need to be sold,” the soldier asked in shock.

Lord Livius Erimond replied as they got closer to the door.”You know had to run the shop, besides I already see the wheels turning in this knife ear head.”

“Normally it takes the stupid ones a little longer to think they figured me out,” Daere remarked sarcastically while she rolled her eyes, a few others looked up as they made their way across the room. He nearly paused in his tracks as the elf servant from before opened the front door, Lord Livius Erimond tightened his grip as he inquired”Did your master change his mind?”

“No they has requested I take any necessary measures I need to, let her go.”the elf servant replied as he withdrew his strange looking daggers,Lord Livius Erimond muttered under his breath”You would not be stupid enough to attack with a room full of people, how could I not have notice before when you came in.”

“Wait did Blair actually sent someone to help me out here?” Daere inquired, the other elf looked at her oddly as he asked, “I don't know who this ‘Blair’ you speak of, the request came from..”

“Craven, that is enough you really do take to long,” a woman's voice remarked, slowly as the soldiers unhilted their swords as an elven woman with raven black hair appeared from behind him.Without looking behind him Lord Livius Erimond ordered, “Keep them busy. I’m taking her through the back.”

“Yes sir.” another soldier replied as the elven woman withdrew her dain dao, Lord Livius Erimond muttered a few words as he pulled Daere’s arm roughly back. A fire wall rose from the ground as Craven shouted, “Taliesin!”

“I am doing the best I can”Taliesin replied as she ran her darn dao blade through the tevinter soldier, Daere tried to pull out of Lord Livius Erimond gasp as they made their way to the back door then fall roughly to the ground. He growled under his breath as he started to lean forward to grab her.”All you elves are the same you little..”

“You talk too much.”Daere snapped as she kicked him in the head, he stared blankly at her as he fall to the ground. Slowly she turned her gaze to the doorway as the sound of fighting the stopped in the other room, without wasting any more time Daere got up and ran towards the back door then stopped as she heard Craven replied, “Taliesin go see if that magister is dead. Hey you, by the door, come over here.”

“I don't know neck of the woods you came from but I am done taking orders,” Daere remarked as she turned her back against the door, her hands dance around the doorknob as Taliesin walked over to Lord Livius Erimond. With a quick thrust downward of her daon dao she embedded the blade into his back, blood slowly spread onto the floor from under the tevinter mage as Craven walked past them. Daere did not stop messing with the door as she glared at him, softly she threatening”I swear if you take one more step I can't guarantee that I will not take those daggers of yours and shoved them where the sun don't shine.”

“This would be interesting to see, really is daring of you to threaten one of us,” Taliesin replied as she smiled, her smile faded as she studied Daere’s features while muttering”I thought the two of you were joking about what you saw, if it was not for the eye coloring I would say Anthony had escaped and succeeded in raising the dead..”

“You two are odd, now would you excuse me but I prefer not to keep wasting my time here.”Daere replied cutting Taliesin off as the door opened behind her, Craven stopped in his tracks as Taliesin remarked “Manners I swear is another thing.”

“You coming back with us, our friend wants to… speak with you and to make some sense out of a few things” Craven explained calmly ,Daere backed out of the door as the roped that had bounded her loosened behind her back while she remarked” Somehow that won't happen but I do give you my thanks.”

“How far do you think you could get with your hands bound behind you?”Taliesin inquired out of curiosity, Daere smirked as she held out her hands in the air while the ropes fall to the ground cheekily she replied replying “Me bound you're kidding right? I was just going to wait until nightfall to make my escape, just never consider elves badly dress to come in...well it has been fun and I have to start looking for a ride back.”

“How did you..” Craven inquired but stopped himself as Daere turned around and started to walk away from them down the alley, she could hear Taliesin state sharply behind her. “Come on Craven, Fen'Harel will probably want to know how things tend out.”

“Are we not going to follow her, I mean if she is then maybe she would be better hiding with the others. “Craven could be heard asking, Daere turned her head and looked at them while Taliesin shook her head as she responded “No absolutely not, if she is do you know how much bad blood would be going between her and them because of the past? If she is they will stop at nothing to finish what they started and that is one thing I don't want to be a part of again, so if Fen'Harel asks you are going to lie, okay? “

“Daere what are you doing here. Azenor voice rang out, Daere turned her head as the two elves disappeared back into the building. Azenor walked briskly to Daere’s side while she press with annoyance “Hello are you not going to answer my question, I mean Blair just sent word that you were missing so we just figured that you had disappeared like the elves after you killed your contractor..while I am on that can I ask what was that about.“

“Azenor, that man had it coming he wanted me to kill a family that lived in an alienge just because his servant accidentally misplaced some silverware. You know I play karma if I see unfair injustice like that, besides I am doing more for my people then the legendary Mythal ever would. “Daere explained as they walked the busy roads, Azenor shook her head then remarked, “You know that does not explain why your clear over here in Lydes, besides if you keep this up Blair will stop giving you contracts to work with”

“I was at the tavern when some asshole decided to play rough hopefully that answers your question, now are you heading back to Amaranthine? If you give me a ride.” Daere demanded as an elven man bumped into her, he blinked a couple of times then quickly replied as she turned to face him “Ir abelas, I am such a klutz no harm I hope.”

“No…” Daere replied as she dusted her arm off, the two watched while he nodded then went on his way. Daere remarked sharply as he disappeared into the crowd “I bet you five copper that mage is up to no good. Seven if he is going to end up dead.”

“You’re horrible, Daere. What are you going to do ask your brother to summon those demons again just so we could get an answer on what happens?”Azenor replied.

Daere sneered slightly ”Hush unless you want the whole town to hear and call the Templars, besides they are not demons...well not all of them.”

“Still I am surprised that the chranty have not caught on about you two.” Azenor replied as they continued on their way, Daere smirked as she replied, ”Honestly I am certain he would appreciate if it stayed that way.”

“Why I mean him being a mage himself there is nothing to be ashamed of.”Azenor remarked softly as the stables drew closer, Daere replied ”I don’t know but one thing is clear we don’t talk much about, mostly because he still feels like I am the embarrassment of the family.”

“So shall we make like shadows and vanish as the sun sets?”Azenor inquired softly as the two stopped in front of a couple of ready horses, Daere muttered as she laughed”That us the most horrible thing you could say.”

“Trust me I got a whole new line of puns to say on our way home,” Azenor remarked as she climbed onto a Dalish bred.

Daere muttered as she climbed onto the Threed bred. “Please don't or I will list you as my next victim.”

“Oh come now! even I know you have a soft spot for a joke or two!” Azenor replied as she looked at Daere with a big grin. Daere groaned in disgusted, not noticing they were being watched as they rode out of Lydes.

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The full moon light guided them as the two women rode the lonely stretch of roads,Azenor let out a soft yawn from exhaustion.Daere kept her eyes forward, she noticed the lingering figures hovering next to the stable’s dim lights close to Amaranthine.Once they had rode closer, Daere stopped her mount and slide off with ease as the closest stable hand reached out to take the reins.She stood there in silence while her eyes drifted, they paused as they rested upon Azenor transgender sister Arranz.Briefly their eyes met with tension growing in the air as Azenor remark
”I guess i will tell Blair your back but try to stay a bit longer if you can manage it,, I heard from some soldiers that the guards of Jader found the of the noble that you were suppose to take a contract from ”

“I don’t have a choice since I lost my set daggers,but I don’t think I can stay low for long since I am the only one of us bring in anything to survive.I will check in tomorrow and see if I can’t do something within the town to earn back some of the money, I will see you two later have a good night” Daere replied as she started to make her way towards the surrounding woods, she followed the familiar path as the sun started to break through the sky above her. In a distance a figure stood with his palm exposed while a flame danced gently amongst the breeze, without stopping she remarked”Darcy, there is no need to wait for me I know how to find my way home without you.”

“Someone had to make certain you got home ok and by the looks of it the spirits were right you do need some healing, what did you get into that caused you to look like a mess?”Her brother asked sharply, she got closer then stopped in front of him allowing Darcy to studied her face through the dim light while he remarked”Alright go wash up, I will get the herbs ready but I cannot promise you that you won't have a scar on your forehead.Seriously Daere can you not do anything right, why did you not get aid sooner.”

“Please explain to me how I can get aide if you don't like the thought of me going to a healer within one of the towns I’m in? Besides I do have an excuse for this one before you snap at me about how ‘this is the first time I took your advice’ when you know that is not the case.” Daere remarked calmly as she started to walk past him, she could hear him sigh before he turned around to follow her back to their shared cabin. They parted ways as Darcy went inside, Daere past the side of the cabin and made her way towards the water pump in the back.Slowly the sun rose as her hand rested upon the pumps handle, she could hear the forest starting to come alive as the water rushed into the bucket. Carefully as the water stop flowing Daere took off her clothing she bent over and picked up a cloth, gently as she stood Daere cleaned off the dried dirt and blood off her body while she closed her eyes.Slowly she reopened them in time to see a spirit wolf standing near a tree as Darcy voice rang out from the front”Hurry up before you get sick because of the cold air, sis.”

“I am almost done.”Daere yelled back as she turned her head, she looked back in front of her to find the massive wolf was gone as she finished washing up her body.As the wind started to pick up Daere quickly got dressed then gently used her foot to tip over the bucket, then turned her attention to the bare spot next to the trees. Daere looked back to the cabin then made her way over to the spot underneath the tree, she looked at the ground searching for any prints only to find none present as her brother shouted at her again ”Sometime today please, I know you still need to rest.”

“Patience is good brother, you need to remember that”Daere muttered as she knelt onto the ground, she studied the blades of grass and noticed none were disturbed.A yawn escaped her lips as she thought ’Probably my own imagination, besides an Evanuris would not be this annoyance now would they?’

Slowly she got up then turned as she started to head back while the cool wind started to breeze over her damped hair,Darcy waited for her in the front doorway while he spoke”About time, what were you doing?”

“I thought I saw something and figure to check it out, you know the quickest way for idiots to die when they are lone.”Daere slightly joked as she walked past him inside, he shook his head as he followed her inside while she made her way to their small round table. She sat on the hard wooden chair as he stopped in front of her, gently she added” We might need to head over to the blacksmith to see if he can reconstruct the daggers father gave me, also I am going to see if I can get another contract because I lost everything..ir abelas brother.”

“I figured as much, while we wait for your daggers to be replaced I can figure something out for coin.”Darcy remarked as he pressed his hand under her chin and examined the cut on her forehead, he moved back as he reached inside the herb mixture. He dapped the cloth a couple of times while he added”I am not mad at you for this one but you know better then to be seeking traven rooms like that, why do you insist hanging around those filthy shemlens?”

“Darcy do we really need to get into this?”Daere snapped as he pressed the mixture on her forehead, his jaw slightly moved as he pressed harder causing her to yap” Hey easy, it is not like my brain matter is hanging out.”

“It might as well be, your luck though I don't see this being a noticeable scar but you will have a scar nonetheless.”Darcy remarked as he put down the cloth back in the bowl, his eyes shine softly as he rested his hand on her forehead while she spoke”How is having a scar a good thing, no these days people go by looks over anything.”

“Well consider yourself unlucky because you really dont have the looks or the personality to go with it.”Darcy remarked as he kept his focus, slowly the wound on her forehead healed over as Daere stated”ouch, so much love from my own flesh and blood.”

“It is the truth the only way you would even get lucky is if you break from our tradition and date a shemlen, I also hear Qunaris are not picky either.”Darcy replied, his eyes slowly returned to normal violet as she smacked his hand away while muttering”You know that really hurts, thanks for the healing.”

“Well the truth hurts.He replied as she got up, slowly she made her way up the steps while Darcy started to pick up the bowl.Daere walked the small pathway to her room as she heard a knock on the front door, Darcy voice drift as Daere stopped in her doorway.”Aneth ara, can I ask what is this visit?”

“You know why for this visit don't be play games.”A woman snapped, Daere turned her head while turning away slowly she closed the door behind her as Darcy stated”I told you to tell him to wait, I am not trying to back out of it just I cannot forgive myself if something happens to.”

“We got ways to deal with it and you know this or do you want him to tell the others that you two slipped through…”the woman snapped as she cut Darcy off ,the elven woman stopped as Daere demanded ”What is going on here brother?”

“Nothing you need to worry about..why dont you head on to the blacksmith and try not to pick up anymore missions please.”Darcy remarked sharply as Daere made her way back down the steps, she looked at him oddly then at the strangely armored elven woman as she crossed her arms. Daere slowly turned her head as she asked“Brother what have you been doing when I was gone?”

“Daere just go it is none of your business.”Darcy ordered softly,Daere sneered “I am sick of the whole it is not my ‘business’ shit brother, but fine if you need anything you know I am not hard to find.”

“Just go.”Darcy muttered,Daere shot him a glare as the elven woman moved to the side.Daere caught a glance of her blade as she made her way past causing her to think ’ another one, where are they popping up from?’

Without looking back Daere made her way through the woods, she brought her hand over her mouth and yawned as the sun started to beat against the top of her head. A twig snapping in front of her quickly drew her attention down to earth as she notice the shemlen approaching her, she tilted her ear up and smiled while remarking”Well nice to know I wont be going to far now wont I?Care to join me falon?”

“Honestly don't think you will be smiling after we get done talking, but for starters glad to see my elf did not vanish.Since that is out of the way care to explain to me after the talk we had before you left why did you kill the contractor? You do know if you keep this up we won't have a business. “

“Blair you really need to do some background check on the people you send me after, I nearly wiped out an innocent family because of him..and you should know I don't do dirty work like that.”Daere snapped at him while her smiled faded, he raised his hands in defense as he apologized”If I knew I would not have sent you over I swear.”

“Is there anymore work that I need to do? Or is that all you are here for is to give me a pointless lecture”Daere inquired as she tried to change the subject,there was a pause before he answered “Yes and no.”

“Blair that is not an answer...give me something before my own brother gets on my list.” Daere replied calmly, he explained “ we got a request to try to assassinate a Tevinter assassin..”

“Oh this sounds like it would be interesting and fun, how does this work exactly? An assassin target an assassin sounds like a fun game..who brought in the request if you don't mind me asking?”Daere inquired not even trying to hide her interested,Blair shook his head while he remarked”Daere you might think you are good but even the real professionals stopped trying on this one out of fear because of what has been going on”

“Of come on you know I need the field not the boring paperwork..”Daere tried to explain, Blair held up his hand then shook his head “absolutely not, take this time to breath abit i am certain the mission will still be there when your ready. Right now I have been trying to get information on what happened in Jader..Azenor told me you might be able to fill in that gap.”

“Before or after we get something to drink?”Daere inquired, Blair shook his head as he replied”Do I hear a date out of this, you know it is frowned upon to date someone you work with but..”

“Not to be mean but no one in the right mind would date you, more or less I am itching for a friendly face before heading back home.” Daere replied as the two made their way out of the forest, the streets of Amaranthine looked more busier then normal as they walked past the shops.Daere turned her head as she wondered ’Why are there more Templars out, certainly they are not doing something about my people missing are they?’

“Daere.”Blair asked as they continue their way past the shops, Daere blinked and muttered as they reached a table”Huh?”

“You did not hear a word I said now did you?”Blair inquired as he studied her face,Daere looked at him with soft smile as she gently asked while they stopped in front of an empty table ”Do I ever?Now what was it you were trying to tell me?”

“The usual chai tea in skim milk with two spoons of honey?”Blair inquired as they sat right across from each, she opened her mouth then paused as the strange elf from before plopped right next to them while he remarked”You do know how much of a taboo it is to date a shemlen don't you.”

“Excuse me?How..why are you here.”Daere snapped as Craven rested his chin on the headboard of the chair right across from them,Blair looked at Daere as he asked”You know this guy?”

“No..well sort of him and his partner caused a ruckus that gave me..can you just leave? Please like now?”Daere snapped as Craven grinned, she sighed as she remarked “Blair I think all of a sudden I lost interest of the drink..maybe some other time? As for Jader A mage came in with some soldiers demanding people to get into carts, when I refused I watched the mage kill Trevor...and seriously can you not get lost.”

“I told you my friend would like a word with you, even if Taliesin gave up I have not.” Craven remarked as he batted his eyelashes,slowly he sat up while he added as he picked up the cloth that laid on the ground beside him” we figure you might wanted these back as well...consider this an act of good faith.”

“look certain your friend can find something better..”Daere stopped mid sentence as a chill ran through her spine, her eyes rested on the sigil on top of the material as he placed it right in front of her on the table.Slowly she looked at him and glared while the smile faded from his lips as he replied”I am certain even you would understand..by the looks on your face you do.”

“Get away from me now or I will make you regret it.”Daere threatened calmly as she thought’ and here I was hoping that the wolves were just my imagination, i wonder if my brother knows a way to take care of this.’

“You heard her, she wants nothing you have to offer now leave us.”Blair snapped as he rested his hand on the hilt of his sword,Craven turned his head to look at the shemlen then back at Daere while he got up and muttered”Very well, I will be around if you need anything.”

“You know even with people disappearing around us that was the oddest thing to happen this week for me.”Daere remarked as the two watched Craven walk away, he did not look back as he disappeared into the growing crowd.Slowly she looked down at the cloth as she reached out to touch it, the silk felt odd under her fingertips as she unwrapped them like a gift. Daere shook her head as she saw her daggers causing her to mutter”I think Darcy is going to kill me for this one or force us to move again“Why?What so special about the cloth?” Blair inquired not hiding his curiosity, Daere replied softly as she stood up”While you shemlens have Andrasta some of my people follow what is considered the elven pantheon, to some they are gods but I think each and everyone is a joke and don't deserve any respect.Blair if it is ok with you I am going to head after this, i want to find this assassins location can you to me a favor and go back to my brother and tell him what is going on...leave out that guys visit please. “

“There is no way I can talk you out of this now is there? Alright your target.. her name is Lady Kira, take your time because what I have heard she is really tricky and has a small issue with elves.When you get back let us have a rain check on out drinks.”Blair replied, Daere remarked softly“Ma serannas falon, and I promise you I will pay for it next time. “

“Don't worry about it. “Blair remarked as he watched her tightened her belt, slowly he got up himself as she left him. Daere made her way over to the stables, she stopped as she notice some men having trouble putting a wheel on the side of their carriage. Against her best interest Daere made her way over to them, without a word she pressed her shoulder against the side and pushed with her weight as the older man turned to look at her in surprise. She grunted softly while he turned to the younger one and ordered “Go get it now.”

“Yes sir.”the younger one replied before he ran off to get the change of wheel, Daere stood in her spot as her shoulder began to ache while the older man turned to her.He wasted no time saying roughly” Warn me if you get to tired.”

“I will but don't worry about me.”Daere remarked with a slight strain as the younger man returned, he was quick to remove the broken axle then replaced it with the new one.The older man moved away as the other one started to tighten the bolt , Daere sat on the ground from exhaustion and watch the men as they continued to work.She did not notice the a blonde woman walking over to them until she heard her voice as the new arrival studied the elf with her light blueish green eyes”You locals are friendly, my name Lady Kira and assuming you do have some manners leaf ear so who might you be and why did you help my servants?”

“My name is Daere Lavellan, my apologies for the intrusion but in truth when i saw your men struggling I figured I could be some use and ask if you could give me a job.”Daere replied softly, slowly she got up from the ground while thinking as she bowed ’My luck just got better, this is the first time I came across my target this quickly.’

“Then you are in luck, it seems we might have and opening if you know how well to use those blades by your side.There is one thing I do need to ask of you, roll up your sleeves and pant legs.”Kira replied as she studied Daere, Daere looked at her oddly before she did as the shemlen requested.Kira approached her then circled her like a shark surrounding it’s prey, she stopped then demanded with a slight hesitation as Daere revealed a birthmark on her ankle.”What is that?”

“It is a birthmark, not to sound rude but you have heard of them haven't you?”Daere replied,Kira nodded her head while she demanded”Alright, pull them down and hand me your weapons so we can get going.”

“I won't let you regret this I promise.”Daere replied softly as she fixed her leg pants and sleeves, Daere unhilted her daggers then handed them to Kira without a fuss.Kira gently took them from her hands then handed them to one of the servants as they walked past her, softly she smiled as she asked”Do you have any belongings you wish to retrieve?”

“No ma’am”Daere acknowledged as she shook her head,Kira out stretched her hand as she started to guided her towards the carriage open door.She caught a glance of Blair as he stood in the shadows with arms crossed before she ducked her head inside the carriage,Daere took a sit on the soft cushion Kira smirked while she stated”Your going to love the others, I know they probably won't like the idea at first that I am bring a leaf ear but you seem like you will be useful to us.”

“What do you do if you don’t mind me ask?” Daere curiosity got the better of her as she looked out the window, Kira replied softly”I belong to an organization that has been trying to free your people, you don't have a problem with that do you?”

“Organization as in some type of disturb cult?”Daere inquired as she turned to look at her, Kira explained calmly”Of sorts if you want to see it that way, now relax and enjoy the ride you look like you need some rest.”

Daere rested her head as she leaned against the wooden walls, slowly she closed her eyes as she noticed Kira propping up her feet on the other side. The rocking motion of the carriage made it easy for Daere to drift as the vision of the fade welcomed her.

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Daere touched the familiar green glowing rocks with her fingertips as the fade danced lightly on her skin, she withdrew her hand away as she muttered to herself while a spirit floated past her, “This beats my normal dreams i guess.”

“I can show you more places like this if you like,” a male voice spoke gently behind her, she lowered her head and sighed. There was a slight pause as she listen to his movements while he walked around her, once he had stopped in front of her Daere looked up while inquiring, ”Are you so bored Fen’Harel that you have found a new person to torment? Or is this going to be punishment for my ‘evil’ ways?”

“I told you or have you forgotten I don't want to harm you, since you seem stubborn following my Sentinel we could try to talk here I suppose ”Solas replied,Daere raised her hand to her chin and muttered”So that is what a Sentinel looked like, that would explain why the blades look alot differently than any I have grown up around.”

“You know nothing about Sentinels do you?”Solas asked her as he studied Daere, she looked up at him and tried to study his reaction only to be welcomed by the wolf helmet .She did not hide her confusion as she shook her head no and spoke”No..well maybe a little only that we were to avoid them at all cost.”

“I see.”Solas replied as he kept his distance from her, she watched him with weary as he started to move then stopped as he held out one of his hand.Slowly he looked at her as he added ”You have no control over this place like i do so you might as well listen to me, not all of us are here to harm you so give me time and i can show you this.”

“Why are you willing to take the time and risk it?”Daere looked at him, there was silence between the two as she looked down at his hand.She almost whispered”How do I know I can trust you? You who walks between the wickedness and righteousness..Mythal trusted guard dog, the dread wolf also known as Fen’Harel.”

“You look like you are smart and don’t follow fairy tales like that, it is your choice wander on alone and risk the temptation from the demons while you travel or have nothing to fear and allow me to be your guide.”Solas remarked as he lowered his head slightly, Daere watched as he lowered his hand and listened while he spoke”What is it I can do to show you that there is nothing to be afraid with me?”

“Why is it so important I trust you?”Daere nearly snapped, she closed her eyes and bite her tongue while she felt the shimmer as the fade reacted to her sudden anger. Solas chuckled softly then stopped as he muttered ”true why should I care? Roam the fade on your own as you wish, but remember I had offered. Lastly before I leave you don't threaten me people again da’len. “

“Your people? how am I not surprised to hear that from someone that puts fear into people's heart to the point they are worship...you sound like you own them out of free will ”Daere replied calmly as she opened her eyes, Solas explained”You are a cocky one are you?”

“That depends.”Daere replied as she tilted her ear up while she closed her eyes and smiled, Solas muttered under his breath while he looked at the woman in front of him” That explains a lot..we can continue this later if you wish.”

“Excuse me?”Daere inquired as she opened her eyes, she watch as Solas walked away from her.His form faded from her sights as she felt someone shaking her as Kira voice rang out you her gently .”Daere it is time to get up.”

“Huh…?Daere murmured softly as she lifted herself from the carriage seat, she looked around then at the blonde shemlen as she inquired ”you seem to not have slept much before we met now have you leaf ear?”

“I apologize I didn't mean to oversleep Lady Kira.”Daere allowed the lie to roll off her tongue, she tried to sound fearful to hide her own annoyance but Kira pressed her fingers onto her lips. Daere stopped while she allowed Kira to speak “It is alright leaf ear, you don't have to worry I could tell how exhausted when we left Amaranthine a couple of days back”

“wait a couple days!?!”Daere nearly shouted as the sleep left her eyes,Kira nodded while Daere thought while they stood ’ Impossible, but then the Evanuris were known to have such power to trap their victims mind in the fade for days on end.’

“The others might be currently busy so we will be able to eat in peace .”Kira explained as the two climbed out of the carriage, Daere looked around the huge yard as one of the servants stopped them while asking”Should I inform them that you have finally arrived my lady?”

“Yes please.”Kira replied as calmly as she could ,the servant looked at Daere with weary while he inquired”What about the rabbit? Shall I show her where the serving quarters are?”

“That won't be necessary, she is our special guest if they like it or not.”Kira replied sharply, the servant bow while muttering”Forgive me, but I don't see your brother and the others willing to be so accepting any more.. Rabbits.”

“They will if we are going to finally get some work done, come on leaf ear.”Kira replied as she started walking towards the huge mansion, Daere noticed the hateful look coming from the servants gaze as she follow Kira inside. Once they had entered the grand foyer Daere spoke up”You did not give me details about what your organization does other then it is to ‘free’ my people.”

“I know being raised with ‘elven’ beliefs you have probably heard bad stories about the Tevinters, well they are wrong.Just like I am hoping that I am not wrong about you, you like eggs right?”Kira inquired,Daere looked at the blonde shemlen with her own caution as she thought ’ who in their right mind picks up strangers, offers them a job to kill the most powerful mages then talk about breakfast?’

“Eggs...are ok, but why would you be wrong about me.I thought I barely pass the test you put me through?”Daere inquired causing Kira laughed lightly as they entered the dining hall, some of the servants were still working on setting down the plates while they walked over to their spots. Kira sat down first at the table then looked at Daere while she demanded”Sit, eat before it gets cold.”

“I..I..I could not impose.”Daere replied,Kira smile softly then stated”You can drop the act, your not the first to think they can be helpful then attempt on my life. So please let us keep this civil shall we?”

“When he said you were good I did not expect you to be this good, very well since you asked nicely.”Daere replied as she pulled away the seat from the table, Kira stuck her fork into her eggs as Daere sat down.Without looking up Kira replied calmly ”In truth this is the furthest anyone has gotten , but you have been asleep all the way here so I still don't know if we should trust you.”

“What gave me away if you don't mind me asking?”Daere inquired as Kira took a bite, she chewed her food quickly then swallowed as she reached out for cup.She took a drink then looked at Daere as she spoke”Your to clean to be a homeless elf looking for work, your hands I noticed while you slept were a bit rough from using the daggers to much. Your eyes despite having such a unique color look really dead, like you kill to many people to the point it feels like it would be nothing if someone crossed you.In truth killing alone would not give a person such hardness, they would have to go through a rough life.Must I add one of my spies overheard you talking about a contract on my life before we left, the alone I should have slit your throat while you slept but what caught my interest was the fact how you treated a Sentinel when he gave you those blades.Can I ask what they did to wrong?”

“I have my reasons just leave it as that please. “Daere replied calmly so she stared down at the food in front of her, Kira spoke up softly ”The last reason that mark on your leg looks closely like those we have been working with.”

“I told you it is a birthmark nothing more.”Daere growled,Kira muttered as she cleared her throat and watch Daere with weary ”Clearly I am starting to hit some nerves with you, I will stop..can I ask how do you elves manage to ride hallas?”

“You asking the wrong elf with that.”Daere replied as she looked at Kira while she took another bite,Kira shook her head then remarked after she swallowed ”How is it you have never ridden a halla? I hear it is a crazy with you elves, I meant no disrespect.”

“i really don't see them as animals to be ridden on...hunted for food maybe but nothing else, besides i think the real mounts to consider is a dracolisks or a griffin.”Daere remarked as the door bust open,Kira fork paused in the air as a man rushed over to her.He yanked the fork right out of her hand as he demanded”How much did you eat?”

“Maybe a couple of bites, why?”Kira remarked, before he could answer she turned pale as foam started to appear in the corner of her mouth.Daere looked at her own plate then slowly pushed it away from hed as the man shouted at the servants.” Go get Calphalon, I told you to keep Kira away from the food when she got back.”

“Yes sir.”The servant in the doorway replied as he ran off,Daere shook her head while she muttered”By the time the person you have requesting for comes, Kira would be either beyond help or dead.”

“And how would you know knife ear?Are you with those who poisoned our food supplies?”the man snapped as he held onto Kira, Daere slowly reached to her boots pockets.Her fingers brushed past the tantō blade as she searched for the small herbal pouch, Daere smirk as she felt the draw string then pull the pouch from her boot while the man demanded sharply” What do you think you are doing?”

“Going to give Kira something to counter that poison she ingested..or buy her enough time for your mage to get here.”Daere replied as she held out her hand, carefully she dumped some of the herbs into the palm of her hand as Kira started to shake violently. Daere threw her head back while she popped the herbs into her mouth, she chew on the herb mixture as she slide off her seat.Carefully she ordered”Hold her still shemlen.”

“If she dies..”the man threatened as he held Kira close to him while she lean over Kira, Daere studied the small traces of blood in the foam causing her to pause.With a sigh Daere rested her hand on Kira mouth then parted her lips as she leaned further, her tongue played with the herbs before she used her tongue muscles to push the herb mixture into Kira mouth. Daere pulled back and wiped her mouth as footsteps approached from behind while she spoke”That should buy her some..”

Daere could not finish as one of the guards grabbed her by the hair, he yanked as Calphalon walked past them.She groan in annoyance as the guard placed the tip of his blade against her throat then snapped as the mage knelt by Kira body ”Is pulling my hair necessary, I have working arms or just ask for me to move!”

“Shut up knife ear.”A guard replied as he lowered his weapon more, Daere raised her hand up in the air while her back rested against the hard floor as Calphalon examined Kira.Softly Calphalon asked without looking back ”What did you just give her, elf?”

“A small herb mixture i tend to use so I don't poison myself accidentally when I use one of my own mixture to cover my lips ”Daere tried to explain, the guard nicked Daere’s throat as he accused ”She is one of them, you poisoned Lady Kira.”

“I don't believe that is the case.”Calphalon stated as she turned to look at them, Daere closed her eyes as Calphalon added”Now think why would she risk getting poisoned herself if those Sentinels been trying to savage everything we do?”

“She is an elf, they cannot be trusted.” the guard replied, Calphalon remark” Working with the veneration has proven not all of the elves agree with the Evanuris, be a gentleman and sheath your weapon”

“Do as she says.”the man ordered as he looked at Daere, she relaxed as she felt the blade leave her throat.Slowly Daere sat up as the man laid Kira completely on the ground, he got up and walked over to her as Daere slipped the pouch back into her boot pocket.He spoke softly as others entered the room “My apologies and thank you for the help”

“Why apologize? this is not the first time someone jumped because of my ears.”Daere explain as she got up to her feet, he looked back at Calphalon then to Daere while he replied “I am Chase, you must be our guest that Kira wanted us to met.”

“Daere..a blessing to most or just straight up pain in the ass, either way it works for me.”Daere replied as she took his hand, they shook as one of the others inquired” I warned you Dirtheman was a tricky one but did you listen?”

“Is that why you are not here?” Chase demanded, Daere looked to see who was talking then groaned as she noticed the kusarigama to the side of the oddly dress elf while she spoke” Who is going to help us with Fen’Harel now that your assassin is laying there?”

“Wait Fen'Harel is here?In the flesh and not hiding behind some fade rocks? “Daere inquired out of curiosity , the other elves looked at her as the elven woman ask “Chase why do you have one of your servant present? Tell her to.. “

“She came with Kira, she thinks this.. elf can help us. “Chase explained, Daere rested her hand on her face while the elven woman sneered “That thing doesn't look like she is able to crawl out of a wooden box let alone know how you piss in one. “

“She does look like Sarff.” Another remarked, Daere stiffened and looked at them while the elven woman snapped “You know we are not supposed to talk about her, not after what she did. Disgusting choosing them over us, what more did she expect when.. “

“Shut up.” Daere snapped through her clenched teeth, the elven woman stopped then looked at while she demanded out of hatred“who are you to tell me what to do? Your nothing, you look like nothing“

“Both of you just shut up, do you realize spells take a lot of contention? If you guys are going to bitch do it in other room,I swear can you elves not get alone?”Calphalon snapped as she looked at them, Daere replied “Ir abelas.”

“You need to mind your manners to Runa.”another veneration remarked as he sat down in a chair, Runa went pale as she stuttered”Anaris, when did you get here..I told you we had things under control.”

“I know what you told me but I want to see Fen’Harel bleed out, you.. last I saw you...you were riding out from Lydes.What is your business with the shemlen?”Anaris inquired, Daere looked at the new comer with weary as she thought ’This is getting bad to quickly who are these people, I can understand hating the Evanuris but something about them feels threatening.’

“You don't have to answer but I am curious about why I saw you leaving with a common shemlen.”Anaris stated, slowly he looked at Chase while he ordered” Dispose of those weapons she came with…”

“”Hold on before you start giving orders, who are you people..how big is this cult?”Daere nearly demanded,Calphalon shot Daere a glare while Anaris carefully explain “We are people like you that hate the false gods, please explain to me why you think you can help us”

“Even if I have been using the blade for other kills, I think I have what might be useful to cause them harm.Daere replied as Calphalon ordered quietly”We are going to have to move her to another room, the elf did help but Kira still needs rest.”

“Is that so?” Anaris inquired,Chase and Calphalon left the dining room as Daere nodded.Slowly she knelt down as the others watched her, carefully she pulled out the tantō.A smile crossed Anaris face while he muttered”I thought I would see the day that blade would surface again, did you steal it from Sarff prying hands?”

“It won't matter if that elf did, only her and that Sentinel knew how the blade work..”Runa remarked,Daere wasted no time explaining”my brother and myself understand how it works..i just kept it close just in case.”

“You know this bets sacrificing our people don’t you think Anaris?”Runa inquired,Anaris studied the blade in Daere’s hand while he muttered”We still need a way back into Arlathan, but taking care of that wolf should be enough for now to suffice. Alright you insist to tag along you must promise not to get in the way.”

“I live for the night so you don't have to worry about me getting into the way.”Daere replied as she tucked the tantō back inside her boot, Anaris just rested his elbow on the table while he studied her.

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Night had barely fallin over Val Foret as the small veneration group watched from behind the trees while some of the Val Foret alienage elves follow right behind Taliesin, a Sentinel greeted them as they stood at the entrance with his arms cross while they passed him. Daere could hear one muttered under their breath as they looked back at Runa ”Why am I not surprised he has asked for help from Mythal this time.”

“What are they doing with the other elves, are they responsible for my peoples disappears? ”Daere inquired as she turned to look back, she froze as Anaris answered ”Yes which makes it harder to gather the blood we need to open a way to Arlathan, hopefully we can stop this after we kill Fen’Harel ”

“Alright shemlen your coming with me to the back “Runa remarked as she started to walk away Daere bite her tongue as she started to follow, they walked in silence as they made their way to the side of Fen’Harel temple.Runa stopped and turned around to face her as she demanded”Hoist me up and I will try to pull you afterwards.”

“no.”Daere replied sharply,Runa blinked then stated”Excuse me? If for a second you think that I will put up with your bullshit because you have the same fucking pointed ears as myself you are wrong, if it was not for that stupid thing you have in your boot I would cut you up to tiny pieces and no one would be the wiser.So do as I ask or I will..”

“Or you will what?You really think I would back down because you feel the need to belittle me, boy are you wrong I doubt anything you say would be any worse then having to be used for my brothers spells then your wrong.”Daere sneered gently, Runa snapped back”Fine but you better find a way inside while the others cut a path for Anaris understand?”

“Finally someone with a really big ego is not that hard so please just give me a hook or something.”Daere stated,Runa looked at Daere oddly as she corrected her.”You mean a kaginawa?”

“A what? Look something that has a hook with rope, you play around here with the whatevers and i take care of that big bad wolf.”Daere replied,Runa closed her eyes as she restrained herself from punching Daere slowly she opened them back as she reached to her back pocket while she spoke”Do not mess this up if you do I will end you myself.”

“Can i ask why you did not just learnt me that earlier.” Daere inquired,Runa snapped as she swung the hook in the air”Because really I was hoping one of the Sentinels would end your miserable life shemlen.”

“Another thing stop calling me a ‘shemlen’, ass hat.” Daere remarked as she watched the hook connect to the wall, Runa tugged with both her hands then handed the rope to her while growling not seeing the Sentinel turning the corner”the name fits you well since you sleep with them, now go.”

”What do you think you are doing get down from there you veneration rat.”the Sentinel shouted as Daere started to climb the wall,Runa wasted no time swinging the blade of the kusarigama in the air as she shouted”Hey I am your opponent. “

“Runa do you think you got this?”Daere inquired as she stopped and looked down, the Sentinel steadied his qiang as Runa shouted”Move now and remember the plan we need to make this quick before we draw attention to the point Templars come.”

“It would take me two seconds but it is your funeral.”Daere muttered as she got to the the top of the roof, she knelt and ran as she heard Taliesin shout out orders” someone help me defeat the door, damnit where is Craven!”

‘Sucks to be you don't it .’Daere thought as she continued to run in the shadows, once she got closer to the door she pulled out one of her daggers then stopped.For a second she watched the venerations fight the Sentinels as the civilians coward in fear, she shook her head and muttered”This was a bad night to do this but when will I get this lucky to see what this blade can do, can they even contract the taint this way?”

‘Shit.’Daere thought as she moved back slightly while a Sentinel stepped out of the temple, she watched him as he rested the nock of the bow in the string.Daere waited until his fingers were resting on the flenching of the arrow. Without a word she jumped down on top of the Sentinel then slit his throat with grace, not giving him a chance to cry out.Quickly she ran in before anyone could spot her but stop as she heard more voices inside, Daere pressed her back against a pillar as Sentinels rush past her. She could hear the Sentinels muttered”Shit don't they ever give up?”

“Your kidding me, Fen’Harel is the one to rattle their cage.”another muttered as they made their way outside, Daere looked at the doorway then down the hall waiting for more to come. Once she had realized all of them were outside Daere made her way towards the back but stopped as she noticed one of the doors wide opened.There he was her prey just sitting there in his full gear with his eyes closed, she looked back to the door as she made her way towards the room.His staff rested at his feet, the moonstone glimmered in the dimly lit room.Softly she spoke knowing how unprofessional it was“by judging the way you are dressed i assuming you fen’harel.”

“And you are not the one I was waiting for.”Solas replied as he open his eyes with he lifted his head and looked at her, slowly he reached for his staff as she stopped in the middle of the room while stating“Sorry to disappoint.

“Your heart is not set for this i can tell by the way you are moving”Solas remarked calmly, Daere wiped the blood off her dagger while she answered“Does it matter, I am going to assume the dog is not going to just roll over and let me end its sorry exists will he?”

“Not really, so tell me why are you so hell bent on revenge?”Solas inquired,Daere studied him waiting for any threatening movements but none came as she replied “Would it satisfy you curiosity if I just lied?”

“I would prefer an honest answer,if you are not going to answer me then leave the way you came and go home.”Solas ordered gently,Daere shook her head as she replied“ Ir abelas, I cannot you see after I take care of you and the other eight I am going to finish my contract on Kira ..so you can say the enemy of my enemy is a friend”

“Nimue must be slacking on her job if Kira is still alive.”Craven voice appeared behind her as she heard the door close, the hair on her arms stood straight up as Solas replied calmly “Craven don't interfere .”

“You know me Fen’Harel I would not dream of harming such a lovely body, Taliesin on the other hand might be a different story with her mood today.”Craven remarked as Daere turned her head to him, she watched with weary as he leaned his back on the wall while she spoke softly “Huh..alright, for a Sentinel you are creepy on so many level it is not funny...but it must be expect with a name like ‘Craven’, anyways Fen’Harel shall we make this quick?”

“Tell you what I won't even use any spells, if you could get some hits in then congrats but there is nothing you have that would do really any damage.”Solas replied as Daere looked back at him,Craven remarked”Such a gentlemen Fen’Harel, can I ask when we practice why you don’t give me the same offer.”

“Your kidding, not one spell? “Daere looked at him in surprise as they brush him off, slowly Solas got up as he replied”Not one spell, i won't even lift a finger.Craven won't step in..the only rule is the staff stays, I am not going to make this to easy for you if you really want to play ‘assassin’ or whatever your suppose to be.”

“This is not what I expected from an Evanuris, and somehow this does not feel right after all the one thing a mage depends on is magick ”Daere explained, Craven remarked”So the fact I am armed with blades means nothing to you?”

“No one asked for your opinion creep ”Daere snapped as she turned to looked at Craven,Solas could not hold back a chuckle as she looked back at him.Daere tilted her ear up in confusion as she asked”what?”

“Nothing just you seem to got him pegged right, so are we just going to stand here while the two of you toss insults or do you want to see if you can take me down.”Solas inquired, Daere unhilted her other dagger as she replied”Since you are insisting your death I will be so kind to be quick.”

“Sure it will.”Solas muttered as she started to run at him with a smirk on her face, she barely dodged as he swung his staff at her.With ease she kept her balance as she sung her own blades at him, Craven watched them as Solas kept toying with her while dodging her attacks.He read her movements and was stunned how well she seem to counter Solas own staff attacks,after awhile Solas look to have trouble keeping up with the renegade rogue to the point he finally placed the staff between her legs. Daere fall hard on her back and blinked as she stared up at Solas, he pressed the staff stone to her throat gently as he softly muttered “Impressive, but not good enough just let me know when you are ready to give up.”

“You don't seem slow for someone that has been around for a long time.” Daere remarked as he pulled his staff away, he held out his hand while he replied “why thank you..i would say the same about you with your skills but you still seem rough.”

“Like you said ‘I don't seem to much into it’...why are my people here what are you doing?” Daere replied as she took his hand, Solas helped her to her feet just as the door opened.Anaris wasted no time demanding as he stood in the doorway “What are you doing screwing around, you are here to help us not frat with the enemy.”

“And the man of the hour comes, I think it is best you leave”Solas replied without looking at her, Daere shook her head as she looked at him.“I told you I am here for a job, Fen’Harel..you would probably be the first I would regret killing but it needs to be done.”

“So your mind is set and here I thought you two were starting to be friends.”Craven muttered under his breath,Solas shook his head as he state”I want to blame you for this Anaris, but in truth I know better.”

“why are you wasting time? Attack him with that bloody blade already, the longer we are here we are risking shemlens to come even worse more of them.”Anaris demanded as he outstretched his hand to her while a black mist started to dance on his fingertips, Daere growled as she watched him then snapped “Starters do not start ordering like a dog because I promise you I will turn against you in a heartbeat, Secondly you two know each other?When I offered to help I did not think I was going to step into a little cock war between two immortals,Anaris I know I said I was going to help but really I should have question more what this was about”

“ Anaris she is right the issue is better the two..”Solas replied,Anaris shook his head as he started to mutter a spell.Daere wasted no time threatening “you aim that at me I swear that will be the last thing you do mage.”

“Last I check rogues can’t do much,besides Sarff was always weaker then myself so you should not be a challenge ”Anaris remarked,Daere felt something snap in her as a lightning spell flew past her. Out of angry she threw down some dust then appeared right behind him, they backs touched as his eyes went wide.He dodged a on coming attack as she wildly swung her blade back, Craven straightened his stance as he rested his hands on his song dao.The two men watched the renewed energy elf as she started to leave gashes, Anaris muttered in shock as her dagger nicked his cheek while dodging another blow”Shit.”

“Fen’Harel.”Daere could hear Craven ask as she was forced to dodge an oncoming spell, Anaris withdraw his own song dao then charged at her while Solas replied ”Yes Craven?”

“ You know there was a point i thought Taliesin was bad when she was pissed, do you think we need to step in or let that elf finish?”Craven inquired as Daere and Anaris blades clashed, Solas outstretched his hand as his eyes started to shine.Softly he replied as his own spell started to take effect.Slowly he outstretched his own hand while he replied“Sadly we need him alive, Dirtheman requested for his trouble of using Nimue to poison their food supplies that we bring Anaris in...it is about time we get an insight on what is going on.”

“well if that is the case then do something before she kills him.”Craven remarked, Daere nearly paused then snapped”I have a name you two bastards, stop talking about me like I am a fucking thing or like I cannot hear you..”

“We did miss that greeting part didn't we?Well my sexy body is as you know Craven, but as many times as my friend has been calling to me you know that”Craven replied cheekily with a hint of being an ass, Daere feel a pull of the fade and jumped back, her feet skidded across the ground as Anaris was forced to the ground.She started to run forward to finish the veneration off but Craven yelled”Dont!”

“Why?He attack me so there should not be a reason he should be allowed to live, after all he did come here on full throttle willing to get those people involved in this mess..am i the only one here that is sane enough to know this piece of scumbag deserves every inch of what he has coming to him?”Daere snapped as she turned to look at him, Craven eyes went wide as she continue”People like him are a problem and that problem is not getting solved, not from you not from the dead wolf behind me not that stupid bitch Mythal.”

“Actually…”Craven stopped as Solas shook his head no, Daere completely turned around while snapping”Actually what ?Just what are you doing with my people, are you like them or are you leading them to slavery.”

“That is not what is going on I assure you, we are trying to help your….our people”Solas replied calmly as his eyes slowly returned to normal,Daere turned to look at him as she pointed one of her daggers at him.”Don't lie to me wolf, you are no better than the rest of them even if I want to believe you not.”

“Then why dont you?”Solas asked as Taliesin stormed into the room with her darn doa already drawned, it took Craven a minute to realize what she was doing as he shouted loudly “Taliesin don’t!”

“Taliesin what are you doing!”Solas demanded as Daere slowly looked down in shock, her blood dripped from the tip of Taliesin darn dao.Slowly she looked back at Taliesin then swung her dagger weakly, the handle flew out of her grasp as she fell to her knees.Taliesin look at Daere coldly with her green eyes as she yanked her darn dao back, blood developed at the corner of Daere mouth as Taliesin looked up at Solas while asking “I got here as quick as I could, damnit ask Craven why he was not helping me outside.”

“Taliesin he did not want to be out there with your mood swings and really I don't blame him.”Solas snapped walked quickly to them,Taliesin raised her darn dao to the base of Daere’s neck while Solas demand”Stop, she is not with them.”

“You kidding me right?One of the others told me one was crawling on the roof and was concern we would have been to late.”Taliesin snapped,slowly as Daere fought off her own shock she grabbed the tantō from her boot as Craven knelt beside her.She looked at him as he remarked”Don’t struggle or you will bleed out.”

“Why are you doing this?”Daere inquired not hiding her surprised,Craven smirk as Solas knelt in front of her.Not waiting for an answer Daere looked at Solas as Taliesin sneered”Fen’Harel you can not be serious about helping her.”

“You should listen to her Fen’Harel.”Daere muttered weakly as she swung the tantō blade to his throat, he moved back as he grabbed her wrist the tantō dropped from her hands.Craven remarked softly “No way, I thought you had them destroy that.”

“Fen’Harel!” Taliesin shouted as Daere fall to the ground, Solas looked down at Daere angrily while he started to demand as he allowed her wrist to drop “Where did you get this? Answer me now”

“Instead of asking her where she got the tantō maybe you should be the loving angel you tend to be and save her life. I am certain she would be so thankful enough that she will answer anything you ask her”Craven replied as Daere’s blood started to seep into the stone floor,she just laid there as she thought ‘ this was not how I ever imagined I would go, maybe Darcy was right but then again I got this and nearly took down a god.’

“if she came in with the others do you think she would be willing? Craven remember they are just as trained as us and really just like her I don't think we would get anything from Anaris so why bother wasting the magick?”Taliesin inquired sharply as Daere closed her eyes, she could hear Solas replied as she felt her body being rolled to her back “Taliesin as much as i hate to admit Craven is right, besides I did not waste my time trying to get her attention only for her to die here.”

“Please tell me you are not considering taking her back with us through the eluvian
.”Taliesin snapped, Daere felt the familiar stir of the fade as she heard Solas replied“ No but once I get done Craven will have to stay with her as we lead the others back.Craven a word in advance just don't.”

“What!?! “Craven inquired sharply,Solas replied calmly yet sharply “You know what, I don't need to come back with more complaints..Mythal is already sick of it and so am I “

“There should not be any complaints If she is out.. “Craven replied, Taliesin shrill voice snapped”Craven, certainly you are not that fuck up in the head! “

“I was joking.” Daere could hear the defense in Craven voice,Taliesin snapped as Daere felt herself slipping further into darkness“Poor taste in joke asshole. “

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Daere groan as she opened her eyes slowly only to find she was move from Fen’Harel temple,her daggers rested close by her as she noticed the dying fire close by. It did not take her long to realize she was alone in a cave with the fresh bandage wrapped over her stomach , with ease Daere sat up from the bedroll allowing the old blanket to fall as she grabbed her daggers while she thinking ’If I get my hands on that Sentinel she is going to pay, there is no honor stabbing someone in the back like that.’

“I was wondering if you were to wake up, if you were going to wake up at all” a simi familiar voice remark as the footsteps got closer,Daere covered her breasts with one of her arms as she asked”Who are you..how long was i out?”

“Just through the night, you might want to consider resting a little longer.”Solas replied not looking at her as he put the wood down next to the dying fire, Daere replied sharply as she stood”You dodged my first question..i guess no matter i need to go back .”

“your talking about the Tevinters aren't you? Some of them left before Dirtheman arrived” Solas remarked as he sat down on the ground,Daere studied him as she asked” How would you know?Do you know where they went?”

“No.”Solas replied sharply as he watched the dying flames,Daere looked back at the entrance then down at her feet as she step forward while her toes touched her outfit top of her rogue outfit. Quickly she slipped it on and in frustration as her fingers touched the hole in the front, softly he spoke as she sat down on the ground to put her boots back on.”You really should consider going home, those Tevinters are pretty much done for.Why were you with them anyways, it is not common for any Tevinter to work with elves let alone someone dressed like yourself ”

“I don't think I can go home until i get some pay out of this, in truth i am wondering if I should have let..ir abelas maybe a little too much intel..”Daere replied as Solas slowly looked at her as she stopped looking for the tantō once she realized it was gone, softly he ask “ do you know who gave you the contract and how much it is in it for you.”

“Would you believe me if I said I did not ask, in truth after seeing Fen’Harel sigil I just wanted to get out of town before anymore weirdness happened...clearly that was not the case and the weirdness followed”Daere remarked as she rubbed the back of her neck and smiled, the smile faded as she asked”Wait I did not say i was on a contract how did you..”

“It was a guess, like I said the way your dress is not common among the Tevinters or the others that have been seen with them.”Solas quickly lied, Daere nodded her head as she made her way towards the entrance.The rain poured heavy down as she sighed, slightly she turned her head while asking”You do know which way is Val Foret don't you?Or again another answer your not going to give me?”

“Yes but won't it be better just to sit and wait for the rain to stop?”Solas asked as he turned his head to look at her,Daere remark calmly”I am not spending my time with someone I don't know..even if they were kind enough to…”

“My name is Solas, if it helps you to reconsider going out there in this weather.”Solas sneered slightly, Daere stared at him at the sudden sharpness before replying” And people say I have problems with my manners, well ‘Solas’ just tell me which direction to go and I will gladly be out of you hair..wait I did not mean that I mean the fact that..you know what just I will figure it out.”

“You going to need company if you are going to consider heading out there,mainly because I did not have a chance to completely close that wound of yours. ”Solas explained as he looked at her,Daere replied”It is ok, beside if I do find them it would be bad enough I showed up with a strange mage by my side. ”

“Wait.”Solas ordered as she walked out, Daere brushed him off as she tried to put a good distance from the cave.Once she was certain she was not being followed Daere pressed roughly against her side, blood started to seep through the bandage as she slowed to a stop.Slowly she held out her palm and muttered a few words as the rain started to wash her blood from her hand, faintly a small mist develop on her palm as she thought ‘hopefully this can work ’

“So you know magick.”Solas inquired out of curiosity , Daere clenched her teeth together as her shoulders stiffened. He walked around as the mist started to dispel, she sighed knowing fully well she had needed more as she answered.”I just needed a guide nothing more, besides a family friend advised that I don’t even attempt it but my brother on the other hand would put the chantry mages to same and the Evanuris in their place if he actually tried...your not going to add more to my problems now are hedge mage?If so I cannot allow it..”

“You have nothing to worry about, unless you use it to harm others. So there is two of you,are you two twins or”Solas inquired as tried to fish out more information from her while he noticed the burn makes one her hands as the mist faded into nothing, Daere busted out laughing as she stated gently “Your kidding right? No he is a four years older than myself, honestly consider yourself lucky he did not hear you ask that question.My brother..my brother even if we share the same parents he would be embarrassed to even hear us having this conversation, look I am going to try again since I know you are not going to help me.”

“I did not say I was not going to help you,I just said I did not want to be out in this weather.”Solas remarked as he roughly grabbed her wrist, the blood had already washed away from her palm but the marks had stayed behind.He held his hand over hers while he muttered ” You would cause more harm to yourself if you tried to heal wouldn't you? Honestly didn't think a magick backlash would be possible. ”

“Should you not be concern you just saw someone use their own blood?True I cannot do much and I prefer my daggers over anything but…”Daere replied as she tried to yank her hand away, he tightened his grip as he healed her palm.Solas did not look up as he stated”Just hush please.”

“I did not ask for your help, the Tevinters might have been willing to help me out if I explain.”Daere nearly snapped as he tightened his grip more ,she sighed as she muttered”Look really I should be weary allowing you touching me for all i know your Fen’Harel Sentinel that came to finish the job.”

“If I was here to kill you dont you think I would have done so already?”Solas replied as he started to loosen his grip,Daere tilted her ear up as she stated”Good point..were you at his temple as well or passing through?”

“Of sorts.”Solas remarked, slowly he let go of her hand as he looked up at her while he added”If you do plan on using magick then you should learn how to cast properly so you don't hurt yourself again.”

“Did you just scold me?”Daere asked in shock as he started to walk the direction she was about to head, she balled her hand into a fist as she shouted”Dammit enough of this cold shoulder crap, for you have any idea who you are messing with?”

“Hurry up, don’t think I won't leave you here alone out in this weather.”She could hear him shout back at her, she growled before she ran the direction he had vanished. Daere slowed her pace as she caught up to his side, she studied his stone expression as she asked ”Did you see anyone else alive ?”

“No just dead bodies from both Sentinels and veneration.”Solas replied as he kept his eyes forward, she continued to ask ”How did you get past them?I mean there seem like alot there last night, certainly they would have had you killed to.Also do you practice necromancy...is that why I am still alive?”

“Dont give me that much credit da’len, beside the only one to even has that close enough power to bring back the dead after the body is cold is Falon’Din..please don't ask if I am really Falon’Din, I am certain he would feel insulted by that.”Solas replied as Daere opened her mouth, she thought about it then inquired”How would you know what Falon’Din would like?”

“You ask a lot of questions you know this correct?Also do you really don't know much about our pantheon do you?”Solas inquired as he tried to change the subject as he glanced at her with annoyance , Daere replied as she stepped over a branch while they walked”Talking about them were forbidden..no not really forbidden just never got much of an answer other then they needed to be avoided at all cost. So the only way I really learned was from the dalishes we came across from time and again or in secret from my family friend when he came to visit.”

“Your ‘family friend’ does he dress oddly?”Solas inquired,Daere looked at him as she replied sharply”No..why would you ask that? If you looking for something please stop, I would do the same if you want me to.”

“Ir abelas, just figure to have a light conversation .”Solas remarked, Daere sighed as they noticed the town getting closer.Softly she spoke”It is not your fault, I guess it is because I blew my chance and lost something that was entrusted to me since I am no good with magick.”

”Maybe it is better this way, after all don't you know messing with something you know nothing about is dangerous.” Solas remarked,Daere hardened her gaze as she growled”Hedge mage, you know nothing about my family so of course you would say something like that.

“You know just calling me Solas is fine.”Solas replied as he tried to control his own temper,Daere smirk then explained as her tone softened “Ir abelas I know this i going to sound rude of me but if I start calling you by your name it might make it harder to forget about you when we part ways.. I don't see you following me when I head back to the Ttevinters.”

“They could think your dead...”Solas replied then stopped himself as she giggled softly, slowly she opened her eyes and replied” If i didn't know better you sound like Cecil, he would have been against me working with them to.”

“Cecil?”Solas lightly asked, his thoughts drifted back to the day he had last seen the active veneration.He kept the guilt from crossing his face as Daere spoke.”Ir abelas he is another family friend, in fact it is kind of funny how annoyed Darcy would get when he brought these rolled caramel sweets with some coin to help us survive after our father left us. His words were he was trying to save the honey from disappearing to quickly ..then he just stopped coming around, probably around the time my brother started to be on edge about something...ir abelas I know you did not ask”

“You two must have been close.” Solas inquired,Daere replied as they entered Val Foret “We were kept away from the shems for obvious reason, it was not until Cecil stopped did I finally decide the isolation was just not enough..I am not saying it was a bad thing but we needed money to live.I been at this for ten years now..not the killing but the training..ir abelas I am doing it again.”

“I did ask.”Solas replied as a traven got closer, he opened the door for her as she turned to look at him.Daere wasted no time remarking”Just because you ask does not mean you need to know.”

“True.”Solas stated as she turned around,everyone in the traven looked at the two in silence.Slowly she made her way inside with Solas behind her as the other patrons watched the two with weary, as they got closer to the front some started to continue their conversation.Daere nearly stopped as she heard”What do you mean the grey wardens are gone?First the blasted elves start disappearing and now the wardens, the next thing you know the Templars will be next.”

“Hush don’t jinx it, I hear Seeker Cassandra and her apprentice are working on something with Commander Cullen.”someone muttered,Daere took her sit then rested her elbows onto the table, the tavern owner spoke as Solas sat next to her.”Get lost knife ear, I dont want any trouble.”

“Oh my sweet dear please don't ‘get lost knife ear’, you know who I am or are you afraid to speak my name shemlen.I want some information and when I get it I will leave” Daere replied coldly as she lowered her head, she wondered ‘am i really starting to lose the respect I had with these people?”

“I am not helping anyone that makes a mess, I am certain Blair will be pissed about the work you did with the Tevinters. ”The tavern owner muttered under his breath so the rest of the patrans did not hear,Daere opened her mouth to defend herself but a Arranz voice spoke up as she rest her hand on her shoulder “Oh lay off it, she might make mistakes but I don't believe what those guards said this morning.”

“ have you seen what was left of the mansion down the road?Witness have seen a elf there arrive with a blonde woman with your description, not only where some of them killed so were a few bystanders.”the tavern owner explained as Arranz sat down next to Daere,Solas closed his eyes while Arranz stated she shook her head as she stated”Kind sir you must be mistaking.. myself and my friend here have been busy in our bed last night.”

“I see.”the tavern owner looked at Daere then at Arranz as she rested her hand on Daere’s lap, the tavern nodded then added”Alright what is it you need to know, but if those guards come back you are on your own”

“That mansion you were speaking what happen? Where there any survivors?”Daere inquired, Solas looked at her as he rested his elbow onto the table, gently he placed his chin on his palm while he raised a brow as , the tavern owner replied” not that I know of but I do know they tend to met in Cumberland.”

‘Then Cumberland I must go.’Daere thought, she smiled gently as the three got up. Softly she spoke”Why thank you kind sir, please excuse us we need to be on our way.”

“Hey the information don't come cheap, certainly you can spare a few minutes before you leave”The tavern owner replied as he grabbed her wrist stopping her, Arranz opened her mouth to protest but Daere stopped her as she answer.”Of course,Arranz do you think you and the hedge mage could wait for me?It won't be long”

“Of course but please remember we are a tight schedule.”Arranz replied as she studied the bald mage, Solas opened his mouth then closed it as Daere allowed herself to be lead to a small empty room just under the stairway.With ease as they walk Daere used a couple of her fingers to open a poisoned lip balm,she placed some of the mixture on top of her fingers then brought it up to her lips as they reached the door.Solas studied her as she carefully applied then small coat to her lips and groan knewing it was going to end badly,the two watched as the tavern owner turn to kiss Daere on the lips while he rested his hands on her waist.Softly he muttered” you elves do know how to weaken a lonely man's knees.”

‘I promise you that is not what is happening.’Daere thought as he step away from her, they watched as he straggled backwards.His back hit the wall as patrons stop drinking, Daere looked around innocently as she begged.”Help the tavern owner...he..he fall please someone help him!”

“Dav...are you ok.”One quickly rushed over to the motionless body, sharply he turned back and shout”Someone get a healer I think Dav is suffering from a heart attack.”

“really..”Arranz replied as Daere made her way back to the other two,Daere smirked as she pulled out a small herbal pouch as more people walked over to help the tavern owner.Daere popped some of the herbs in her mouth and chewed as the three made their way outside.Arranz scolded her as they got out of earshot.”Did you really have to poison him?I mean really Daere you already know we are losing people”

“Not really poisoned..kind of a potion mixture that mimics death, does wonders when your trapped in a room surrounded by enemies.Now why are you here?”Daere remarked as she swallowed,Arranz replied”Blair wants to pull you out, he found out the real reason finally why others been refusing the contract.Also thought you would like to know your brother is missing by the looks of it there was a huge fight, so you might want to consider hiding until whatever the hell is going on blows over.”

“I am not hiding, beside this is probably a scary tactic to bring me home ”Daere replied,Arranz stated sharply ”I get it you want to finish your kills but these people are insane Daere, a cult really? You don't want to get mixed up in something like this.”

“You should listen to your friend.”Solas remarked dryly, the two paused and looked Solas as Arranz asked”Do you know this apostle if not then I can get him to leave.”

“Good luck trying the only thing I have not done yet was threaten him with a blade..speaking of blades it is more than just killing my target at the moment, in truth they are my only means to come across..forget it but I am not leaving and hopefully with added interest.” Daere replied, Arranz sighed as she asked”By interested i am assuming someone did some injustice to you that cause you to fail?”

“it is a long story.”Daere replied as they continued on their way to the stables,they stopped as Arranz asked”If I lent you my mount could you tell me sister to hurry her butt back here for me, I don't want to ride all the way to Cumberland if they are there.”

“Honestly i think you saved me from a long uncomfortable ride.”Daere remarked as she hugged Arranz,she quickly pushed the elf off her as she snapped”Don’t touch me rabbit, my sister might like you but i still see you as filth now get going before I change my mind.”

“Of course.”Daere replied as she got onto the old plow horse then looked at Solas while he got onto the dalish bred,Arranz shook her head in disgust as she headed out of the stables.Solas inquired softly”Shall we get going? Or do you feel the need to poison someone else in town?”

“Seriously don't judge me hedge mage, beside I did not ask you to stay.”Daere remarked as she slowly looked at him, Solas just dug his heels into the horses side as she glared at him.

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Funny enough you had not said a word to me since we left.”Solas repled, Daere looked at him then muttered”I just been thinking what Arranz said, I know Darcy can easily take care of himself just it never really never accorded to me what I was going to do with my life once he was gone...besides I figured you wanted the silence. ”

“We can head back to where you're from if you want.”Solas stated as he kept his gaze forward,Daere shook her head no as she muttered softly”It would be pointless and I really don't want to face him until I figure out what I am going to tell him how I lost that blade of mine.”

“Certainly he would understand..wait ”Solas remarked as they halted their horses, they watched in silence as some bandits fought against a small group right in the middle of the road . Daere tilted her ear up as she muttered”Interesting I do need to blow off some stress, I wondered if that Qqunari is friendly.”

“You are not considering getting involved in that aren't you?”Solas inquired dryly as she slide off her horse, she turned her head slightly as she spoke”What right do we have to just sit there and watch hedge mage.”

“Stop calling me that.”Solas demanded as she unhilted her daggers, Daere picked up her speed.As she got closer she slide right underneath the Qunari spread legs as he swung his giant greatsword down, the Qunari paused his blade inches from the top of her head as she crossed her arms then leaned forward.He blinked with his good eye while he stared at the elf that suddenly appeared underneath him, the Qunari watched as Daere’s blades embedded themselves into his opponent then slashed as she uncrossed her arms. Blood sprayed onto her face as she rolled to the side,then focused her energy on another target as the Qunari raised his great sword to his shoulder.

As soon as she turned her body Daere felt her wound open wider as her blade danced right across the bandits throat, she stopped there for a second then fall to her knees as the pain traveled through her body. The bandit fall to the ground as she followed, she laid on her side and groaned in pain as Solas slowly walked over to her while the Qunari order”Company stand down.”

“See what happens if you don’t listen to people who try to help you, how is it your even still alive.”Solas remarked as he stopped by her, Daere closed her eyes then raised her middle finger up as he used one of his foot to gently nudge her body close to her wound.Softly she growled”Just heal me hedge mage.”

“Not with those manners.”Solas stated as he stopped, he looked at the Qunari as he and his company watched them. Solas slowly looked up at them as he rested his foot on top of the bleeding elf while he looked over to them, softly he spoke”Ir abelas for her behavior, we don't want any trouble we just want to pass on through.”

“Hedge mage I swear if you do not move that foot of yours, I am breaking it.”Daere threatened, he looked down at her and remarked sharply as he nudged her body one more time with his foot”I would like to see you try.”

“Please stop, is that better?”Daere muttered roughly, Solas replied sarcastically ”Well that is a start,yet still not good enough...am I going to see those blades near my face after I heal you again?”

“Do you even think I am that stupid?”Daere nearly snapped then sigh as he finally knelt down beside her, the Qunari offered as Solas moved the bandage. “The two of you don't look like you could travel far on your own, how about joining us for a spell. “

“And here I thought you guys where ruthless brutes. “Daere remarked as she sat up on the ground, Solas wasted on time demanding “Sit still, I swear other people I have dealt with don't move as much as you.”

“No not ruthless brutes but you should be more careful when sliding underneath people like that, if I was not paying attention certainly you would have more to worry about instead of what that bandage he is dealing with. I’m The Iron bull and those are my chargers , mind I ask who you are?“ The Iron Bull inquired as Krem stopped by his side, she grinned as she answered “I'm Daere, the hedge mage is Solas. “

“Where are the two of you heading?I would like to know just in case we might be heading out of the way. “The Iron Bull inquired, Solas stood as he clenched his teeth together while walking back to their mounts. Daere watched Solas as he looked through a bag one the saddle as she answered “Cumberland, I am meeting a friend there hopefully afterwards back home to check on family. “

“That is not to far from where we are heading. “The Iron Bull stated as Solas seem to stiffen then slowly looked at Daere as she stood up,with ease she dusted herself off while asking “Where are you heading?”

“Wildervale.. I am surprised you are not heading over there, what I heard some high noble elf is visiting during that festival. “The Iron bull replied, Daere stopped then shook her head while replying “Sounds fun, my curiosity wants to know who but probably best not to ask to many questions. “

“We should get going or make camp soon. “Solas finally stated as he gave up searching for any traces of lyrium , The Iron Bull remarked. “There is a clear grounds not to far from here we can rest.. hopefully we don't have anymore company. “

“How would you know about the camping grounds? “Daere inquired as Solas grabbed both the horses reins, he lead the horses to her while The Iron Bull answered “This is not the first time we have been through here… just the first time an elf has been insane enough to slide between my legs just to kill my opponent. “

“There is much more than sliding between people's legs just to take care of a problem. “Daere jokes, there was a slight pause before she asked “Are you guys mercenaries or soldiers… by your dressed I'm assuming mercenaries. “

“Good observation, yes we do mercenary work.. how about yourself? You don't seem like a common rogue. “The Iron Bull remarked as Solas held out the reins to one of the horses. Daere shrugged her shoulders as she replied “I am nothing but a humble common rogue that is trying to get by in life.”

“Ma nuvenin masal din’an”Solas remarked sharply as he glare at Daere, she looked at him as she allowed her tongue to lash out “Hey I told you not to come with me did I not?So don’t ‘masal din’in’ mage.”

“If I did not come you would be dead.”Solas sneered,The Iron Bull cleared his throat then spoke up.”Hopefully the two of you are not planning to do this all the way over to the campgrounds, just let my men know if when you two need some privacy.”

“Please tell me your not implying what I think you are,I just met up with this guy.”Daere snapped as she looked at The Iron Bull,Solas wasted no time adding”I assure you we are not together like what you are thinking Qunari.”

“Really, then are you two related or something?I mean there has to be a reason the two of you are traveling together ”The Iron Bull inquired,both Daere and Solas snapped as they glared at him”No!”

“I am only with her because she seemed to be in need in assists and I just wanted to make certain she got to her destination safety.”Solas remarked as he soften his tone, Daere sighed as she added”Even though I have told him thousands of times not to, besides look at me?Do I look like a woman that just falls for any body?It is about the soul dear, anyone can have a nice body but it is how a person treats others that matter”

“So you’re picky?”The Iron Bull inquired as she took the reins from Solas,she helped herself up onto Arranz horse while she remarked”Yes, it applies to my company to and really..look are we going or not last I heard the grey wardens are missing and in truth I would rather keep going until we reached town.”

“First I heard about that, the only thing we have been hearing about is about what happened in Jader.”Krem finally replied as the others got onto their own mounts,Daere looked at him as she rode a little closer to them, softly she spoke”What have you heard on that, have they figured out who did it?”

“No but what is left of the Templar order has been call to investigate, they think since there was traces of magick that a mage tried to make it look like an assassin rogue did it.The last I heard they were going to question the servant and his family, but by the time they arrived half of that aliege was abandoned.They think the family is guilty and want information on their whereabouts, more or less if they are caught they face execution.”

‘I guess it is a good thing they left before the Templars came for them, last thing i need to add to my list is them suffering’ Daere thought, she nodded her slowly head then spoke.”It is true we just left Val Foret and I overheard some of the shems talking.”

“Val Foret?Do you know of the attacks that happened there?Normally don't like the idea of anyone starting a war within a town but I think the teventers deserved what they had coming, it is a shame those elves did not just did not finish them.”The Iron Bull replied as Solas rode up beside her,Daere tilted her ear up as she inquired”I get some of the Tevinters are bad, but has anyone not tried to find any goods ones?”

“From what I hear these people jumped off the looney bin and are trying to go after some elves in the sky, please explain to me how that does not sound insane?True we have seen some of the buildings but how could anyone live up there?”The Iron Bull asked her as he got onto his own mount,Daere replied with some mockery to her tone as they started to ride together”Your talking to an elf Bull,you know we ‘believe’ we have ‘gods and goddess’ who dont give a Mythal tits about us down below.”

“Can you please stop mocking her.”Solas remarked sharply, Daere looked at him as she asked”No, anything about them rubs my own feathers the wrong way. So I will not take back the ‘Mythal’s tits’ comment nor anything else about them, not until i see what good they can do that does not harm our people”

“Would you truly give one a chance to show you if one offered?” Solas inquired, Daere paused then sighed as she spoke”One tried but then his Sentinel stabbed me in the back, so i wont lie I am aiming to return that favor.”

“what are you two going on about?”The Iron Bull inquired, Daere replied softly”Ir abelas but just some things are true, I do believe they hide up there being selfish. In fact I kind of know about what you were speaking of because one of those supposive ‘god’ was taking some of my people with him..look just agree that some of it might be true.”

“Is that why your armor looks like rags?”The Iron bull asked as the clouds started to clear revealing the sun starting to set, Daere stated dryly as they continued to ride”Hey my armor is good, there is no ‘fashion statement’ when your trying to live, question have you not noticed how quickly those with the ‘shiniest’ outfits seen to die faster on the field?”

“Did you just say shiniest?”the dalish inquired as she looked at Daere oddly,Daere smiled as she remarked” Why yes yes i did, i am one who tries to find the small fun in this sadly forsaken world even if it annoys others life is to short”

“look boss an inn.”Krem butted in as they started to near Val Chevin,The Iron Bull looked forward then replied as the group slowed the horses to a stop.”Krem you and the others get the horse to the stables..”

“You guys are staying here?”Daere inquired cutting him off,her mind drift back to Jader as she shuddered while The Iron bull looked at her as he answered”Yes.”

“I..I..I can't, if you like we can meet somewhere tomorrow morning and continue our journey…”Daere replied with slight nervousness ,The iron Bull remarked “I thought you said it was probably a bad idea to sleep outside, my chargers are exhausted from out last mission and I don't think they would have much energy to keep watch from darkspawn.”

“Starters I was not planning for a pit stop, secondly I am kind of fresh out of coin that is why I was hoping to catch my friend.”Daere explained as she pointed her fingers together,Krem replied“Don't worry about it, with the bandits active on these roads we could not allow you to be on your own aint that right chief.”

“I can find a tree to sleep in if I must.”Daere raised her hand to protest as a patron walked past them as a couple Tevinter opened the door, Daere made eye contact with them as she looked past The Iron Bull.Solas looked at her while he inquired while some of the chargers took the mounts to the stable“So what your a bird now?”

“No..just with some rope I can easily support myself on a branch.” Daere tried to explain as she ignored the ass question, she watched the Tevinters talked among themselves then one walked away while The Iron Bull spoke “no i don't mind paying for you if you don't mind sleeping with dalish and skinner.”

“protesting is useless ain't it?”Daere replied as she gave in, deep down she knew that was not going to happen as she forced a gentle smile while The Iron Bull replied “Pretty much, beside maybe after you met up with your friend and take care of your family issue you could hang around us for abit.”

“ma serannas but one thing at a time please.”Daere replied, The Iron Bull nodded his head as Solas made his way inside. He wasted no time remarking”Well think about it, you seem like you would do well with contact work.”

“one thing at a time, but thank you for the offer.”Daere replied as he started to make his way back inside, the Tevinter that had stayed made his way over to her as he asked“Lavellen I am assuming?”

“Yes?”Daere inquired as she studied him, the Tevinter nodded as he spoke”Dumas be praised we can finally rejoin the others, Lady Kira has had us out nearly working day and night trying to wait for you. It seems she wants to repay you for saving her life back in Val Foret, I am just thankful you did not take long to catch up to us.”

“Alright but I need to do something before I go back with you.”Daere replied softly,the Tevinter nodded his head while he muttered “we will wait for you at the stables, please make whatever you are doing quick.”

“I will don't worry about it will be.”Daere replied as she made her way inside, slowly she scanned the busy inn her eyes paused as she notice Solas making his way up the steps.Carefully she made her way through the crowd as he reached the top of the steps, Daere ran up the stairs as she shout “mage.”

“for the last time please stop calling me mage,I don't even like it when you call me ‘hedge’ mage besides what do you need.””Solas snapped as she caught up to him, she stopped as they stared at each other. Finally she spoke as she changed her own tone“I have a feeling we might be parting ways sooner than Cumberland, so I wanted to thank you again..despite my own behavior. “

“why the sudden change in behavior?”Solas asked as he tried to hold back his own shock while he blinked, Daere walked closer to him as she replied“Just shut up and take my thanks, normal when people say thank you the normal response would be ‘your welcome’ or has manners slipped past you?”

“Your wel…”Solas tried to say but his words got lost as she leaned in and kiss him on the lips gently , quickly she pulled back and walked off as she remarked loud enough for him to hear her “Goodnight, Solas.”

“Goodnight?” Solas inquired as he touched his lips checking for any trace of poison, Daere paused and looked back at him as she replied with a soft smile of her own“Don't worry I did not poison you. “

“Then why..”Solas tried to ask as she made her way back down the steps, she made certain to lose him as she disappeared into the crowded inn below. Daere bumped into dalish as she open the door,Daere quickly lied”Tell your Qunari friend that I ran into someone I knew..if we meet again next time we have drinks it will be on me.”

“I will and safe travels friend.”The dalish replied as Daere started to run in the dark streets, she slowed to a stop as she noticed the Tevinters as they pulled out two black steeds.She could hear Solas shout angrily at her as she stopped in front of one of them”Hey!”

“Move along knife ear.”The Tevinter growled as Daere climb on the back of the horse,Solas stopped in his tracks as she looked back at him.Carefully one of the Tevinter climb on behind her, sharply he yanked the reins as Daere shifted her own gaze towards the long road ahead of them.

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The sun was slowly rising as Daere smiled weakly while Kira and Chase stepped out of the small mansion, the Tevinters that had guided her back walked on past as Kira smile brightly as she shouted”I told you she is a slick like myself and look she came back to us. “

“You live that is good. “Daere replied, Kira remarked as she hugged Daere while she stating “if it was not for you i would not still be kicking, you should really teach us how to make those herb mixture. Come you must be exhausted, we already have a room ready just in case you showed..do you need to bath? How badly were you injured from those bad Sentinels.. if you would like since Calphalon left i can see if one of the other mages would check you over if you like ? “

“Kira, enough look your already scaring her. “ Chase remarked as he touch his sisters arm, she stopped and looked at him then at Daere as she stated “I apologized just never thought someone out of my family would go so far to help me.. even a..”

“Daere why don't you get settled. “Chase remarked while they started to head inside, softly she asked“the mage i was traveling with did not do much of a job healing my wounds, I was wondering if you had any at hand willing to close my wound better. “

“That should not be a problem, to be honestly the mage you were with was trying to take a precaution by the sounds of it.”Chase explained as they passed the double doors, Daere looked around while asking”Where are the other elves?”

“They took a big blow after Anaris vanished, in truth they figured you were a lost cause after they saw the pool of blood in the stone after Fen’Harel left or so they told us. When we were about to help the veneration to gather their dead another one of them attacked soon after we left to head here, I think seeing you back means we have a chance. “

“I don't have the tantō if that is what you were hoping for..I think he took it from me after his Sentinel caught me off guard.”Daere explained,Chase remarked”If that is the case do you know how it was made?If you do we can craft another one before we force open the eluvian.”

“I am sorry I am lost but what is an eluvian?”Daere inquired as she looked at him oddly,Chase looked at her then asked”Your elven, how do you not know what an eluvians is?No matter maybe later I can show you one those veneration uses.”

“Just because I am ‘elven’ don't think I know everything, in fact I am trying to process the who Sentinel and veneration bit.”Daere nearly snapped, Chase replied as they stopped in the living room. She sat down on the couch as he remarked.”Funny you should say that, I don't know if Kira mentioned anything to you but that mark on your ankle looks like the very same one the venerations have and I have been wanting to ask who you serve.”

“I serve no one but myself.”Daere snapped,Chase crossed his arms as he explained“I hate to break it to you but whoever told you it was a birthmark lied, in the the beginning when I joined one of them explained to me they were forced to change their methods of marking because the dalish started to mimic both Sentinels and the veneration.”

“When has a Tevinter believed what a elf says?”Daere inquired as she tilted her ear up in confused,Chase laughed at her while he spoke.”this one I believe after all it is not like the group is new ..while the other might have vanished we still have Corypheus to guild us. Can't believe it has been twenty years since we have started working with them, who knows maybe you will be our game changer. “

“Again can I ask how do you even know these ‘verenation’ are not just stringing you for a ride?”Daere pressed while she asked, he answered as he started to walk away”I can see how someone like yourself would not understand,later let us talk and get to know each other better. We are working with each other after all and I am curious what are your plans after we succeed.”

“Honestly I want to ask what makes you think we would succeed after the defeat that just happened, but then i don't want any of you to have any doubt in myself..if you must know there is somethings back in my hometown I would not mind seeing again.”

“Oh can we help?” Chase inquired as he stopped in the doorway,Daere sighed as she replied”Since Kira figured me out and I wont be going back anytime soon...could you allow me to return, I think I have shown enough faith that I can be trusted don't you think?”

“Of course, but you would need some soldiers with you when you leave..you know as a safety precaution since Fen’Harel has seen your face more than one occasion.”Chase explained, Daere nodded her head in agreement as she thought ‘ probably why most have preferred to wear masks. ‘

“Chase, Nicneven is back and wants to know what you want to do with the two she brought back.”Cecil asked as he stopped in the doorway, he paused as he clenched his teeth together as their eyes met.Daere stated softly” Well all sorts of things have been happening now has it Cecil.”

“You should be back with Darcy, Daere.”Cecil growled Chases looked at him then at her as he remarked”So you two know each other, please explain to me again how you did not know about the venerations?”

“Chase don’t get mad at her, I will explain later if I need to but take care of your mage before she decides to embed this place with blood sheds”Cecil replied as he kept his icy blue eyes on Daere, Chase sighed before stating”Alright, Cecil since your here would you be willing to finish healing her wound so we can send her out tomorrow?”

“Certainly after all we do have some catching up to do now don't we?”Cecil replied calmly, he wasted until Chase had left before he snapped at her”You got three seconds to explain yourself.”

“Oh hush Cecil, really you have no right to ‘scold’ me, I am not a child anymore besides the one who needs to explain themselves is you not me.I am after all here for a job.”Daere snapped back as she looked at him, he closed his eyes while he muttered” Since your here you must already know about us, very well if you want the reason fine.It was not safe to come near you guys when I noticed June has been sending one of his Sentinels to talk to your brother, now explain yourself why are you here and why do you need healing...did you try to use magick again?I told you it was better if you…”

“No well not all of it.”Daere muttered as she completely took off the bandage, she held her rogue outfit up as she paused.Cecil sat next to her and held his palm out while she continued”I am certain you already heard about the attack in Jade..and Val Foret as well.”

“Yes but why would that be a connection?” Cecil inquired, as he watched the wound slowly closed completely there was silence before she blurted out ”I think I am in trouble, I know you told me there was nothing to be afraid if I kept my head down but since Jader I think Fen’Harel has been actively toying with me.”

“why do you think that falon?”Cecil asked while he lowered his hand to his side, she looked up at him with vulnerability in her eyes while she confessed, ”At first it was just a dream..well i don't know if it is a dream or not but I think he was just as shock to seems in the fade , after that when some elf..I don't know how followed me back home with my daggers wrapped in this cloth with his sigil pinned on top. I was going to try to end him… to get him to stop but his Sentinel is the reason I needed you to finish healing me… also I sort of lost the tantō blade.. “

“Damnit Daere.”Cecil muttered as his palm rested on his face, without looking he inquired sharply“Please explain further why you’re still alive, Sentinels aim to kill.”

“Honestly I wish I knew because when I woke up i noticed i had been moved to a cave by this Solas guy, he followed up until we reached Val Chevier.”Daere replied,Cecil slowly lowered his hand as he growled”Solas huh and he did not say anything else didn't he?”

“No but i still find it odd the way I woke up.”Daere replied, Cecil replied as he shook his head”You got lucky, but if you see this ‘Solas’ again head the opposite direction and try to get away.”

“Why?”Daere inquired out of curiosity,Cecil eyes harden as he explained”Because Solas is Fen’Harel, why he let you go is concerning to say the least.Look would you like me to get you some tea? Chia or lavender? ”

“Don't worry about it if i want some I can get some later, and also Cecil.”Daere replied softly,Cecil nodded his head as he ask”Yes Daere?”

“it is good to see you again, even if I feel like I am being stabbed more than usual this trip feels like it was worth it since I have finally got an answer where you have been. “Daere replied as she smile softly,Cecil nodded his head as he left her while muttering”to bad we could not have met up in better terms and not in this hell hole. “

“good your done,Cecil..she is still up now isn't she? “she could hear Chase inquired as she lowered her rogue outfit, there was a slight hesitation before Cecil replied”Yes, but don't you think it is to soon to send her out if she just arrived.”

“Who says we are sending her out now?No i just figure she would handle this matter herself.”Chase replied as she looked at the doorway, Daere quickly got a bad feeling in the pit of her gut as she slowly stood up.Cecil stood behind Chase as he replied with a big grin on his face”Daere since you have been kind enough to save Kira, we figured you are willing do something for us so we know we could trust you.”

“Right..so what is it I need to do other than volunteering on a suicide mission?”Daere inquired slowly as she studied Chases face, the smile faded as his eyes started to darken while he motion his hand and spoke ”Come on I will show you, we want you to take care of a rat problem so we can finally send a real message out to anyone daring to face us.”

“Can you guys not trust me without doing something to extreme?I mean I nearly did just get killed trying to take care of Fen’Harel for you.”Daere remarked as they walked out of the room Cecil stayed behind while the bad feeling grew, Chase stated slightly cold as the regret grew”true but that was only on your grounds not ours, the only way we can truly trust you if you kill the two Nicneven finally caught.”

“Wait this sounds like an execution and not an assassination.”Daere replied as they made their way outside to the backyard, her heart nearly stopped as she saw the two on their knees as he replied”That is correct, consider this a welcome to our family, Daere.”

‘Azenor..Blair..’she thought as she swallowed, slowly Daere looked at him as they walked closer to them.They stopped right in front of them as Chase remarked “I don't have to explain what you need to do, now do I?”

“No I understand.”Daere replied calmly as she looked at the two, without a word Daere yanked one of her blades from her hilt as she walked over to them.Azenor started to beg as Daere stopped in front of her ”Daere don't do this, we can figure a way out..you know Arranz is waiting for us..please..”

‘I am sorry.’Daere thought as she grabbed Azenor hair, she yanked up then placed the blade onto her throat.With a quick motion as she clenched her teeth together Daere pushed her dagger down, Blair eyes went wide then lowered as she finally let go of Azenor head as her body fall forward. Blair mutter softly as she moved over to him then stopped in front of him “Daere, I understand just know i don't hate you just wish we could had that drink together..you know?”

“What are you waiting for finish up knife ear I haven't eaten all day.” One of the Tevinters shouted as Daere froze, gently she touched the side of his face as she fought back her own pain. Blair closed his eyes as gripped she gripped his short hair, as quickly as she could Daere cut his throat open then stepped back while Chase remarked out loud“Look at that what did I tell you,fearless and willing to cut ties with her old life. ”

“Can we eat now, what the knife ear did was nothing new what some of us went through. “A red hair woman replied, Chase looked at her while stating “Nicneven, please refrain from calling our leaf ear knife ear. “

“Just because she was willing to kill some of her old comrades does not make her one of us no matter how you see it Chase.” Nicneven snapped as Daere looked down at her hands,Nicneven added “just look at her she is showing remorse, i say we kill her as well. “

“No!I will not allow it, the leaf ear saved my life. “Kira shouted as the ground started to move underneath her feet, Daere took a breath as Chase placed his hand on her shoulder while asking” Are you ok? “

“Yes i just need to get some rest.. “Daere replied as she looked at him, he nodded his head while he spoke “Go on your room is upstairs, if you can try to wake up later to eat something.Someone will check up on you later if you like. “

“It is alright.”Daere remarked weakly as she stared at the lifeless bodies on the ground, slowly she turned and headed inside.Somehow she was not shock to see Cecil had already disappeared as she made her way up the steps, she looked down the hall to see only one of the bedroom doors was open. Feeling sick Daere made her way over towards the bedroom, there was a bowl sitting on a table next to some elven clothes. She recognized the design quickly and wondered' Did Cecil leave those out for me? ‘

“I guess he did not want me running around in torn armor but still, why did he leave something those ‘veneration ‘ wear? “Daere muttered as she walked over to the bowl of water, she placed her hands into the water then started to scrub the blood off. Daere mind started to race as she thought while watching the water stain red with her friends blood’ this was not suppose to happen, i only came here to retrieve Azenor..why was he with her? Are these Tevinters really this bad? ‘

“I am telling you she does not look as ‘cold’ hearted as you think.. “Daere paused as she looked at the door, she knew Nicneven was right as she slowly looked back at her hands. With ease she shook her hands then looked at the outfit on the side, readily Daere took off her old gear then changed into the other as her mind drifted to Azenor pleading eyes. She stared down at the crumpled heap on the floor while she thought' could I have continue to wear that after what I just did? ‘

“No. “she muttered as she felt exhaustion kick in, slowly she walked over to the ready bed as the sunlight started to peak it's way into her window.Daere fall into the bed without a care, she stared at the wall as she heard the others talk down stairs.Slowly before she realized Daere felt her body slip into the fade, she looked at the green stone as she thought’ this is quicker then normal… what is going on? ‘

“And here I was about to give up,I trust heading back to them was well worth it.” Solas asked as he approached her from behind,Daere eyes went wide then lowered as she thought ‘If Cecil is right and he is Fen'Harel, then it would make sense that I got pulled here this quickly. ‘

“No, I am assuming you already knew this Solas or do you want me to continue to call you Fen’Harel? ”Daere replied as she bowed her head,Solas studied her as he spoke “I only allow those close to me call me Solas, but I guess I can allow you to be exception if you promise me you will leave them before you dig yourself into a deeper hole.”

“Why?You had more than one chance..your one of them, the unforgiving Evanuris a unforgiving god without mercy.”Daere muttered as she clenched her fist, he stopped right behind her as he softly state while he touched her arm gently “You still have to question why?honestly I think I should be asking you why you kissed me then walked off after you spent the trip calling me hedge mage.”

“I prefer not to answer just I did not expect the whole Fen’Harel out of the blue.”Daere replied as she finally turned to look at him, she tried to harden her own gaze as he remarked “Are you planning to leave, because I promise you next time there will not be a chance to reconsider.”

“Is there even a way out?”Daere inquired,Solas lowered his hand to his side as he stated“There is if you also promise not to attack Taliesin.”

“You would do this?”Daere inquired as she studied Solas, he nodded his head as he stepped forward.He stopped himself as he added”The way the lands are turning the one thing I can offer is to to pull you out and help you find your brother if he is still missing from his last known location.”

“Would you really waste your time for something like this?”Daere inquired not hiding her nervousness,Solas smirked softly as he remarked”You have nothing to be afraid of, now please explain to me what happen to the woman that gave me nothing but trouble since the beginning?What happened when you got over there?”

“Nothing that should concern you..look I know I should take up the offer but Cecil told me not to trust you and I want to know why you are so willing to do this.”Daere replied, Solas explained ”I don't want to make the same mistake twice, that is all you need to know.”

“Mistake?What mistake?”Daere inquired,Solas stepped forward with hesitation as he answered” Like i said you should not worry about it, what you should be concerned about is those Tevinters you are putting your faith in.”

“The way I see it neither you or them should be trusted.”Daere remarked sharply as he gently touched her wrist, before she could react Solas allowed his own lips to brush against her gently and kissed her.His tongue slipped past her own lips as she stood there stunned,slowly he pulled away from her and muttered” If your going to kiss someone that is how you do it, not that quick perk you did.”

“w..”Daere quickly lost her words as Solas smirk while he let go of her wrist,softly he remarked” you might want to consider waking up before the demons show, if you have anymore questions I will gladly answer them later.”

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oh look she is up shockingly and here i hoped you would not wake up since you did not move when we check on you ”Nicneven muttered as Daere grabbed an apple from the table as she walked past, the birds chipped outside as the sun shone brightly through the window.Nicneven quickly got up from her seat then grabbed Daere by the back of her shirt as she snapped”Look at me when I speak to you.”

“I did not realize you needed some acknowledgment shemlen, how is it I can assist?”Daere replied calmly as she looked at Nicneven coldly,Nicneven clenched her teeth to gather as she raised her hand up in the air while snapping”Filthy knife ear you will address me properly.”

“Nicneven i thought we talked about this.”Chase voice rang out from behind her as her hand paused inches from Daere face,slowly she looked back at him while remarking” how can you still trust these elves? they destroyed us and mock us..”

“we need her to get us inside tonight.”Chase explained,Daere inquired out of curiosity”What is it we are doing really?”

“We just need someone to go in and unlock the door so we can return the favor with their food supplies . Unfortunately the venerations are claiming that they would not be able to do it since they could be easily recognized by the Sentinels, you on the other hand only had one encounter so hopefully you don't have much problem.”

“I hope you are right .”Daere replied as her mind slightly drifted, she shook her head as she pushed her thoughts back causing Chase to asked her” You can do that for us can’t you, or have you lied to us about hating the Evanuris?”

“I did not lie, I can get you guys in after all I need to get my tantō back from Fen’Harel.”Daere replied as the apple rested on her lips,Nicneven let Daere as she remarked while Chase crossed his arm”I killed the people I knew without hesitation what more do you want from me to show that I am up for this.”

“true, but we will see how loyal you are to us once we get over there..they are from your people are they not?”Chase stated,Daere sighed before asking.”You are a lot harder than the others, what more do you need from me?”

“Weapons would make it obvious you're up to something…”Chase stating, Daere wasted no time cutting him off as she spoke sarcastically ”Well no shit, I figure to load myself up...you know with my own weapons and whatever sorry excuse you have here.”

“Chase do we really have to work with her?”Nicneven asked dryly, Chase replied sharply as he shifted his gaze to them both while Daere put the apple down onto the table ”Yes Nicneven, Daere you will be leaving with a small party shortly. ”

“We can leave now if you want.”Daere replied as she shruggled her shoulder,Nicneven added”Please just send her out I cannot stand having this elf in my home, I need to go burn the sheets.”

“Why don't you wait until I am dead to do that, so this way once I do come back you won't have to burn your filthy house down...but then again this place on fire would be an improvement since you have such a disgusting taste.”Daere replied innocently as she started to leave the dining room,Nicneven eyes went wide the narrowed as she grabbed Daere by the back of the shirt again.Daere turned as Nicneven raised her fist then swung as Chase watched, Daere dodged quickly.With ease she rose up as her palm hit the side of Nicneven chin before she had time to react,Nicneven let got of of Daere as she hit the table hard.With a growl Daere grabbed her hair and pulled back , roughly she slammed Nicneven head against the table as she threatened”Dont attack me shemlen or it will be your finally mistake.”

“Impressive even I did not see that coming, Daere th you made your point let her go.”Chase stated as Daere grabbed a butter knife from the table then held it to Nicneven throat, gently he touched her elbow as he added”Beside this will look bad if you kill your own teammate.”

“I have already killed two one more wont hurt now wont it.”Daere growl as she sent a chilling glare at Chase. He watched Daere actions with weary as she lifted the knife, quickly she brought the knife down embedding it into the table.Nicneven stared at the knife as Daere walked away, she wasted no time disappearing out the back door as Nicneven started to shout.Daere paused by the back door allowing her back to touch the mansions walls as she stared at the brinking woods, slowly she trailed her gaze up to the tree as she heard a bird caw. A chill ran through her stine as the black bird spread its wing and land on the ground, slightly it turned its head as it caw again.Softly Daere muttered as she reached out”Aren't you an odd bird.”

“ How leaf ear if you want to go now let us go, we might as well get out room rented out at the tavern.”Kira remarked as she got closer, Daere blinked a couple of times then looked at the doorway as Kira stepped out.She looked back to where the black bird was only to find it gone while Kira continued”Did you not hear me?”

“I heard you.”Daere replied as she looked at Kira, she shook her head as the two women made their way towards the front.Daere thought ‘just like that night that mage was killed, is something going to happen when we travel?’

“Leaf ear, dont like Nicneven get to you..she is like that with everyone.”Kira remarked breaking into Daere’s thought, she nodded before stating”Ir abelas I did not mean to go to far just I dont take to kindly people thinking they can handle me in such a manner.”

“No need to apologize in truth I am glad someone did something to her, if you didn't I would have done something your family after all.”Kira replied as the carriage came into view a Tevinter soldier held open the door for them,Kira stepped in first then Daere followed.Nicneven clenched her jaw as their gaze met softly Daere asked as she sat across from them” Why is the bloody mage with the stick up her ass riding with us? I thought she could not stand my presence let alone be caught dead on the same ride”

“We need a mage with us just in case one of us needs healing, even if you just humiliated her” Kira explained as the Tevinter soldier closed the door ,Nicneven grumbled hatefully as she glared at Daere ”No it was not, touch me again like that again and I will make certain you lose those fingers of yours.”

“Nicneven is that a promise?Either way your words don't scare me, please take note of that.”Daere remarked innocently as she glare at the mage, Nicneven met her gaze with a challenge causing them to fall silent as the mansion start to leave their view.Daere watched the passing forest trees while they traveled further on the dense road, for a moment she thought she saw movement.Slowly she opened her mouth to speak but paused as the carriage came to a halt, Nicneven wasted no time demanding”Come on why are we stopping?”

“I dont like this.”Kira stated not hiding her nervousness as they heard a struggle outside, Daere nearly jumped as the door swung open.In full gear their attacker stood and sharply demanded”Get out.”

“Oh piss.”Kira muttered as she rested her hand on the hilt of her daggers, the soldier turned his attention to her as he remarked”Don't bother unless you want me to kill you on the spot, preferably I don't want to do that...you over there gara quenthra?”

“If i give you answer I feel it would be worthless.”Daere replied as she realized those who had stopped them were elven soldiers they were stopped by elven soldiers, he studied her then turned his head as another walked over to his side while speaking “Sebastian, what are you waiting for?Lord Dirtheman wants us to cut them off route so the other don't have any problems tonight”

“They got one of our people, should we take her to see him?”Sebastian inquired as he turned his attention back to the women inside, the new arrival looked inside as she snapped”I don't think Lord Dirtheman would care nor Lord Elgar'nan in the matter. “

“your probably right ”Sebastian remarked as he pointed his nagasaki, Daere raised her hands in the air as she replied”Alright, there is no reason to start pointing long things in our faces even if we are women besides i did not realize a Sentinel would get this excited over a few of us...are they in short supply up there or…”

“shut up veneration.”the red hair elf snapped causing Daere blinked as she stopped at the tip of his blade, slowly she lowered one of her hands then used a couple of her fingers to move the blade away while she spoke”Now can we not put this thing away and see what the problem is?Certain if I can talk you can as well”

“yes let us talk certain we can avoid bloodshed today” Kira stated behind Daere as Sebastian and his companion looked at each other, the red head shook her head as she remarked”We have our orders.”

“To bad and here i was hoping not to get my hands dirty on such a beautiful day.”Daere remarked as she grabbed the railing of the carriage, she lifted herself up as she raised her legs up into the air and kicked him back as Nicneven threw a fireball at the other.The red head dodged quickly and snapped “Why did you hesitate Sebastian”

“I think this is the part we scatter into the woods don't you think, Kira?”Nicneven inquired as Daere landed over Sebastian with her legs spread, she looked at the red head as the Sentinel withdraw her song dao,Kira muttered “Daere, retreat to the forest and we will use the tree surrounding against them.”

“Do you even know how to do so!?!”Daere yelled as she watched the Tevinters disappear into the surrounding woods,she barely dodged the Sentinels attack as she moved backward.Just as she was starting to unhilt her own blades Daere felt her body freeze as the Sentinel rested her song dao against her throat, Daere swallowed as she watched the one called Sebastian get up from the ground as a new voice joined them“Nimue that is enough, go after the other two make certain they are well taken care of. “

“yes Lord Dirtheman. “Nimue muttered as she ran, Sebastian bowed as Daere felt her body forced to kneel to the ground. Slowly he straightened his stance up as Dirtheman finally came into view, his eyes could be seen shining as he kept one of his hands outstretched in her direction while he ordered ”Sebastian tie her up, Anaris is not giving me anything so we are taking her back with us .”

“But Lady Mythal is getting concern what you are doing, should we really be grabbing another one?” Sebastian inquired as he took out rope from his side,Dirtheman snapped at him as he kept his focus on Daere”Yes, do not question me again.”

“Of course sir.”Sebastian responded as Daere sighed, she glared at them as Sebastian made his way over to her.She studied the crows mask as Sebastian stood behind her then tied her wrist together, sharply she muttered”cowards.”

“What did you say. “Dirtheman demanded as he approached her,Sebastian grabbed her by the hair then yanked her head back as Dirtheman knelt in front of her.Daere wasted no time spitting on his helmet then sneered“To the abyss with you all coward.”

“Sebastian. “Dirtheman remarked calmly as he touched the side of his helmet, Sebastian softly inquired as he tightened his grip“Yes Lord Dirtheman.”

“Hold her still would you, clearly she does not understand who she is messing with. “Dirtheman ordered as he grabbed Daere by her jaw, he studied her face then turned his head as a massive black wolf came walking towards them.Slowly smoke surrounded the wolf's body as Dirtheman let her go and stood up,Solas appeared as the smoke clear while he spoke“ That won't be necessary Dirtheman let her go”

“Fen'Harel why am I not surprised, please explain why your stopping me this time. “Dirtheman remarked with annoyance as Sebastian forced Daere to her feet,Solas stopped as he looked at her then back Dirtheman as he proclaimed “Because I am taking her.”

“Can i ask why you are showing an interested to such a pathetic creature? “Dirtheman inquired as he finally took off his helmet, Daere studied Dirtheman black matted hair as Solas continued “Do you really want to listen to every little thing i say Dirtheman?”

“Your right i don't, but she spat on my helmet and really i am not going to allow that to fly.” Dirtheman remarked as he glared at Daere, Daere stuck out her tongue causing Solas to sigh as he replied “Certainly you can just this once. “

“what are you willing to offer if I let her go with you? “Dirtheman inquired as he slowly looked back,Solas replied softly “Some information out of prying ears.. i think you would personally like this.”

“stop talking like I am a bloody show horse. “Daere finally snapped,Sebastian hit her on the back of the head as he snapped”Show some respect to your gods da’len.”

“Hit me like that one more time and I will show you how ‘respectful’ i can get. ”Daere threatened as she turned her head, the Evanuris watched as Dirtheman spoke“Fen’Harel are you certain you want to take this one off my hands? “

“Yes.” Solas replied as he walked over to her,Daere bite her tongue as he gripped her arm gently while Dirtheman remarked sharply“Very well, when I head back after hunting the two that ran off i expect what you have for me.”

“Of course.”Solas replied as they start to walk away, she looked back as Dirtheman put his helmet back on.Slowly she looked forward as the walked the direction he had came,Daere wasted no time asking”Are you going to untie me? “

“Honestly i think it is safe that your hands cannot reach anything that would be lethal towards myself and the others.” Solas answered as they continued to walk, Daere asked with annoyance “Your not planning to keep me like this are you?”

“No before we pass through I will remove those weapons of yours and whatever else i think might harm any of the others.”Solas answered as they stopped, he looked around then nudged her gently as she replied“That is not fair. “

“I think it is. “Solas stated as they started to walk again, he sighed in relief as the active eluvian came into view then paused as Cecil stepped in between them and the mirror “I might not like fighting with the others but I won't back down when it comes to you, let her go Fen’Harel she has done nothing wrong. “

“Cecil it has been a while, still playing with your flute? “Solas inquired as he watched the black mist dance on top of Cecil's fingertips, he wasted no time snapping”Don't even try to small talk me Fen’Harel, let her go and move away.”

“No, she asked for my help and that is what i intend to do ” Solas replied calmly,Daere replied softly“Cecil it is alright, i did ask him just...not in this manner. “

“ have you completely lost your mind? Have you forgotten everything I told you falon? “Cecil snapped at her as he allowed the mist to vanish, Daere carefully worked her fingers as grabbed a small sharp rock from her sleeve. Slowly she cut the ropes as she replied “Come now what is there to be afraid, beside he has helped me before.“

“Hey!”Solas nearly shouted as the ropes fall to the ground, Daere rubbed her wrists as she walked over to Cecil. She hugged him asSolas sharply asked “how did you get untied!?! I know Sebastian would never keep the ropes loose.“

“What? oh the ropes, you know that is something that you guys need to check when you get prisoners of war.”Daere replied as she turned around to face him, slowly she turned her attention back to Cecil as she continued“Now Cecil do you happen to have the time to look for Darcy.”

“No but that does not mean you need to go with this traitor ”Cecil growled as he shot a glare at Solas, Solas sighed as he muttered “I made a mistake and second if you could get out of your ropes then why the hell did you ask me to untie you?”

“I don't know maybe to see what type of gentleman you are or manners maybe? You would not have something to eat on you?probably not, anyways.. ”Daere shifted her attention back to Cecil, Cecil complained“Did you not eat before leaving?”

“no their mage got a little sour...is it a mage thing to be a bitch?Anyways why are you here I thought you left?”Daere inquired as Solas walked over to them, Cecil replied”It did not sit right that they were sending you out this quickly, I get the idea of striking back but Dirtheman been getting aggressive with his attacks as of recently.”

“excuse me you two, but if I am going to get you through then we best leave now before Dirtheman finishes up.”Solas cut them off, Daere wasted no time stating “Dirtheman can go suck his brothers cock for all I care.”

“Daere what did I tell you not to do if you come across one of them.”Cecil stated as he crossed his arms, Daere blinked a couple of times while saying“Piss it all?You know I am right if they were responsible then why should I not give them problems?”

“Daere please no enough..for a grown woman you sure don't act it”Cecil groaned in annoyance as Solas rested one of his hands onto his eyelid while she continue“I can act my age...just dont feel up to it..plus it is kind of boring.”

“ Alright Daere..it is Daere correct?If so we need to go, Nimue is quick when it comes to cleaning up messes and I dont want to have to explain why there is a veneration present.”Solas muttered, Cecil turned to look at him and pressed“Fen’Harel i already said she is not going with you.”

“Cecil it is my decision.”Daere snapped, Cecil looked at her while he remarked“Not to be rude but all your decisions are bad, this one included.The last time you even made a ‘big’ decision I was afraid you were not going to recover.”

“Cecil if I allow you to come back up there with her would stop?”Solas inquired as he looked back the way they had came,both Daere and Cecil answered with a conflicted answer causing them both to look at each other while she snapped as he walked through“Dammit Cecil.”

“So are you going?”Solas inquire as he looked back at her, Daere felt her face grew warm as her thoughts drifted from the nightly kiss.She cleared her throat as she spoke”Of course if you keep your promise.”

“The Eluvian is simple just walk through, i will be close behind you.”Solas replied,Daere nodded her head as her hand touched the glass. Slowly she walked on through only to be greeted with Cecil with his hands up,Craven and Taliesin had their weapons drawn as Taliesin sneered”What do you think you are doing back here Cecil.”

“Relax, I want none of that Taliesin.”Solas grumbled as he joined them, he turned around and deactivated his eluvian.Slowly he looked at the two while he stated”You two are our guest but please respect the fact I want you to hand over your weapons.”

“Of course, it seems that rule has not changed.”Cecil remarked as he unhilted his blades, he rested them on the table as the other two watch. Solas looked at Daere as he asked ”Is there a problem?”

“No.”Daere replied as she rolled her eyes, slowly she unhilted her daggers, then rested them next to Cecils.They watched her as she placed three different herb bags on the table, she sighed as she bent over and rolled up her leg sleeve revealing the mark on her ankle as she pulled out a couple small poisonous needles.Craven remarked as she placed them onto the table”You know we are not this loaded, how are you able to move with those without harming yourself?”

“Easy when equipping make certain you don't mess up.”Daere replied as she stood up,slowly she looked back at Solas as she asked”Do you need me to strip to while I am at it, for all you know I got…”

“Daere don't finish please.”Cecil replied,Solas nodded his head as he closed his eyes.Slowly he reopened them as he spoke “Cecil you already know which rooms to stay out of..if anything since your friend has not eaten why don't you two get settled?I need to talk with them anyways”

“ Of course.”Cecil replied as Taliesin and Craven hilted their weapons,Daere slowly walked behind him as Taliesin glared at her then close the door behind her Daere nearly stopped as curiosity got the better of her,Cecil stated sharply ”Don’t even think about it, just come on.”

“Are you not curious what they talk about?”Daere inquired as they walked down the hall, he shook his head while he muttered”That curiosity of yours is going to get you killed one of these days I swear.”

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Why is no one telling me these things sooner?”Daere replied sharply as she stuck the spoon back in her mouth , the two could hear Solas order in the other room.”Go to Arlathan and see if Dirtheman found anything out, I want to talk to these two.”

“can you really trust them, it feels like it has been centuries since you seen Cecil and by the looks of things he is still bitter.”Taliesin remarked gently,Daere stuck the spoon back in the small jar of honey while Cecil stated”I wanted to stop what Darcy was doing but Junes Sentinels made it impossible, I should not given up like i did and reach out for you sooner that was my fault.Sarff trusted me to make certain of both your well being but it seems I am failing on that, that is why I really need you to try to stay out of sight. If those Tevinters find out what both your brother and yourself are capable of….”

“And what are the two capable of Cecil.”Solas inquired as he finally entered the room, Daere tried to scope up the last of the honey then scrunched her nose upon realizing she had finished the jar.He stopped at the doorway as Craven took a sit next to her causing Cecil to stiffen his back against his chair while he glanced at Solas and replied”It was not your concern then it is not now Fen’Harel. ”

“The apple definitely did not fall from the tree did it.”Craven remarked while cutting into the conversation he looked at the empty honey jar, Daere as she tilted her ear up in confusion as Solas replied”Cecil you obviously know something that is going on,does it have to do with Anaris?”

“It has to do why she can’t go back into the Tevinters hands neither of them, I know it is not talked much outside of your ‘circle’ but you won't be seeing those missing Sentinels alive.If you want in on a little secret Sebastian and his twin brother Bastion are not much different than Darcy and Daere”Cecil replied as Daere looked at him,Craven wasted no time asking”Wait so Sebastian and Bastion are siblings? they look nothing alike.”

“Most twins don't.”Solas replied there was a pause before he pressed not hiding his own interest”Answer my question please Cecil.”

“And here I thought you and Dirtheman were close.”Cecil remarked, Daere rested her elbow on the table as she inquired”What I would like to know is why we are here, not that i am not grateful for the food…”

“Eating a full jar of honey is not food.”Craven remarked cutting her off, slowly she looked at him and muttered ”Hush, nothing really in the cabinets looks appetizing besides you guys are really lacking on the tea facture here..now that i could have settled for.”

“like i said the apple really did not fall far from the tree, the only thing you lack is the manners.”Craven stated,Daere stuck out her tongue then continued”As i was saying once Darcy is found i won't stay in your hair..right the hair comment ir abelas but other then this stupid run in none of you will hear from us I swear.”

“Daere there is a big flaw with your plan i mean big, those Tevinters will be looking for you since they believe your all for killing everything within your sight the way you presented yourself.What was the final straw was what you did to those shemlen, there is no going back from that..you should have ran the opposite direction when you had a chance.”Cecil snapped at her, he softened his tone as he continued ”Why did you not run after seeing him, I know you are smarter than this”

“ am not a coward so why would i run, I saw a chance and well just did not expect certain things.” Daere voice trailed as the tips of her ears started to feel warm, she cleared her throat as she started to change the subject.”My real intentions was to find Azenor so I could go back to Val Foret.”

“Did you not think of any other option while you were traveling with them??”Cecil inquired, slowly Daere rested her hand over her face as she muttered”No, and I wish i had..would there have been away to save them if I had not came across those men?”

“I doubt it, Kira seemed to have been expecting some type of outcome if you had not arrive with them, chances are Nicneven would have done something.”Cecil explain, slowly she looked up as Craven inquired softly”Cecil since we met you never did seem to like being around the shems what changed.”

“Do i really need to answer that?Besides the day she showed up I was planning to leave, what Daemn’thal is planning is to for my blood. “Cecil remarked dryly, Daere looked down at the jar as she used the spoon to tap the bottom of the glass jar, Craven quickly grabbed it and moved it away from her as she shout “Hey!”

“It is empty, i don't understand how you could have finished the whole thing this quickly.” Craven muttered with annoyance, Daere remarked “Normally i don't but that tasted better then what we kept.”

“Daere that is because the pollen came from a rare flower in the fade, when i gave it to you i even did not expect you to eat all of it this quickly. “Cecil hissed at her, Daere slowly got up as she pressed her finger to her lips while she looked at Solas while Cecil added “Ir abelas Fen'Harel if anything I can try to replace it. “

“No need, now is it possibly June might know where Darcy is? That could narrow things down”Solas replied,Cecil acknowledged”I doubt it, before I came across you two I wanted to scout the area before she arrived.It did not take long to hear June blowing a fuse because Darcy fought back and he lost the thing he wanted the most, so I guess one thing i am grateful for that you had not stayed put.”

“It should not have been a big deal I left.”Daere remarked,Cecil stated”True Darcy is the only one between the two of you that is able to control their power, but both together is a threat, that is why Bastian and Sebastian are separated.”

“Then they should expect me not handing them over like that,but if that is the case you cannot stay.”Solas explained ,Cecil sneered”I am not leaving her alone with you, after what you did to Sarff, do you really think I am going to trust you with Daere life?”

“What choice do you have?If she leaves with you and Dirtheman says something how far do you think you will get?It is bad enough she got mixed with those Tevinters in the first place”Solas snapped back,Daere looked up from her hand as she spoke coldly”Do i not have a say what i do?Cecil, I promise you, me and Darcy will cover our tracks better..”

“Daere if that is what you want then I can’t argue with you, Fen’Harel i swear if something happens to her while she is here then I promise you all that work we did together will come undone.I might not have been able to save Sarff but I swear I will do anything to protect Daere.”Cecil threatened as he glared at him, Solas spoke softly”You have my word.”

“Let us see how good your word is now these days Fen’Harel, because if memories serve back then you ‘word’ was shit” Cecil growl as he slowly stood up, he turned to look at Daere as he softens his tone “I hope you know what you are doing.”

“Cecil if I did not do you really think I would still be alive.”Daere replied as she grinned, Solas lowered his head and sighed as Cecil opened his mouth to speak but stopped as she quickly stated “alright maybe there was a few times...and before you leave ma serannas for the gear, i dont think after having to...”

“It is alright I figured as much, Daere can I ask why you joined them you really did not give me an answer.”Cecil stated softly,Daere replied”I wish i knew..the shemlen..Blair was the one to tell me most of the others would not touch them, now i guess I need to figure out what I am telling Arranz…”

“Daere..”Cecil started then stopped to looked at her as the pain started to creep into her light purple eyes,Solas stopped himself from stepping forward as she spoke the pain etched slightly in her voice ”It's alright falon, I think by now the reality of things just starting to set in...but I will be fine.”

“I will keep my eye put for the two of you back in Thedas.”Cecil replied as Craven got up from his seat, softly he spoke as he followed Cecil”I will let him through Fen’Harel don't worry, just will give you time to ask her more questions if you need to.”

“Ma serannas Craven.”Solas responded as their eyes met, she took a deep breath before asking” Who is it you need me to kill? Certainly this is going to cost me, i mean i did just kind of finished your honey ”

“Wait no..no killing anyone please, you never really just sat back much now have you?”Solas looked at her in surprise as she studied him, slowly she answered “Each time I had i got into trouble, so I just learned to adjust..why?”

“You don't have to do that here.”Solas answered as he slowly shook his head,Daere eyes softened while she stated“You know this is very odd from our first encounter.”

“You were the one that seemed in a hurry, relax soon you will be back with Craven looking for your brother ”Solas replied,Daere watched him with weary as she replied “ right now i am trying to figure out your motivate fade boy. “

“There we go with dodging my name, really the one that should be weary is myself after what the spirits informed me now i have to be concerned what Cecil dodged.“Solas replied as he finally walked over to her, he stopped a few feet from her as she replied“I guess that puts us at a standstill. “

“We don't have to be. “Solas remarked carefully,Daere nodded her head as she replied calmly “Your right, now can i please have my blade back then I will be on my merry way out of this place now.”

“No. “He answered sharply but kept his cool as she narrowed her eyes at him,Daere inquired trying to hide her own annoyance but failed while he picked up the empty jar from the table “Why?It is rightfully mine hedge mage”

“You should already know why lethallan.” Solas answered calmly as he glared at her, Daere tilted her ear up while asking “Is an Evanuris allowed to call someone under them their kin?”

“Are you really going to keep seeing me like that?” Solas did not hide his own frustration, he sighed as she replied “It is kind of hard not to Fen’Harel, since you are after all above the ‘elven’ law how else am I to see you. “

“I wish Cecil had not said anything to you on who i was, I told you I am ok with Solas.” Solas slightly growled, Daere wasted no time asking softly “And make things more awkward then it is?“

“Why is this awkward? “he asked as he looked at her while he slowly sat the empty jar down back on the table,Daere hesitated before she answered “I don't know it just is.. just like.. well.. “

“Well what?” Solas noticed her body shifted nervously as she lowered her eyes to the ground,Daere spoke almost in a mutter while he started to walk back to her “That kiss from the other day was nothing right? “

“Is that what is on your mind? “Solas smirked as he replied,Daere shook her head in defence as she muttered “Honestly i should not brought it up, besides i don't need another reason for your Sentinel to stab me again. “

“Meaning? “Solas pressed as he wanted to hear her, Daere cleared her throat as she crossed her arms while muttering“Nothing, really it is nothing I should be on my way how long will it be?”

“One again you dodge.” Solas remarked as he stopped beside her, Daere looked at him slowly while he rested his hand on hers.With ease he lean a little closer as his other hand rested on the other side of her waist, Daere face felt warm as she softly asked “What are you doing..”

“I can move back if you like all you have to do is say something. “Solas muttered, he slowly moved closer to her as she cleared her throat.Softly she accused as his body pressed against her. “You’re toying with me.”

“Do you really think I would toy? “Solas inquired gently as he smile down at her, Daere nearly panicked as she searched his face desperately while asking “do you want the truth? “

“The truth is always good.” Solas muttered as he slowly leaned in, gently his warm lips pressed against hers as Daere surrounded to his touch. Without thinking she rested her hands on his chest as he press her body close to him.Solas pulled back, they looked each other in the eyes before he leaned in to kiss her again not hearing the footsteps coming towards their direction. Daere nearly jumped as Taliesin shouted “Fen’Harel, what are you doing! “

“Yes Taliesin. “Solas inquired as the guilt quickly rush acrossed Daeres face, she moved her hand away as he looked back. He let go of Daere’s waist as Taliesin started to rant “Must I remind you why you are even allowing her up here? “

“I.. I think i should go out of the room or something. “Daere shattered as she noticed the rage lurking in Taliesin green eyes ,her face grew redder as Solas looked at Daere while he spoke“You don't have to leave.”

“Taliesin chill just tell him what you found out”Craven remarked as he looked back at Daere, she avoided his gaze as Taliesin spoke“Right, their talking like you expect Dirtheman is pissed and is demanding that you return what he think is rightfully his because of Anthony.”

“Why?”Daere eyes quickly hardened as she snapped her gaze up to Taliesin , Solas growled as he looked at Taliesin while stating“ There has to be a way around that.”

“Fen'Harel you owe him enough favors just hand them both over to Dirtheman and let him fight it over with June. “Taliesin replied calmly as she studied Daere, Solas stated as he sent a glare at her“Taliesin we are not doing that.”

“Fen’Harel what are you going to do?You do owe him, what better way is to give him back what he wants. “Taliesin snapped, Solas sighed as he looked at Daere.Gently he spoke as he brought her hand to his lips “Ir abelas but you are ok with Craven going with you alone aren't you?”

“Could you not just send Felassan?Better yet just leave her there”Taliesin growled not hiding her own discomfort,Daere quickly yanked her hand from his grasp then turned her head as she spoke”That is fine.”

“Dareth shiral.”Solas muttered as he turned to leave her,Daere slowly looked up as he reached the door while he added”Taliesin you know as well as I do changes are happening, once she gets her brother they are to…”

“Save it Fen’Harel the only reason you want them is because of your guilt, we both know this.”Taliesin snapped as she glared at Daere, she shook her head in disgust as she left the kitchen Solas looked back at Daere then sighed as he followed his Sentinels lead.Craven breathed out before stating”Well that was fun, now were to?”

“Please explain to me how the abyss was fearing for my life just now fun?”Daere inquired sharply, Craven just laughed at her then remarked” if you stick around I think the two of you will grow on each other.”

“Sadly that won't be happening, I am not staying let me make that clear.”Daere remarked,Craven remarked”honestly it looked to us you and Fen’Harel were ready to drop the awkward stage alone with some clothing.”

“It is a mistake Craven can we please just go..tell me where we are and maybe I can pinpoint the best direction to head.”Daere replied,Craven shook his head then remarked.”Unless you got wings or know how to shapeshift into a dragon from this height then our best travel it through the eluvian.”

“We are up in the sky aren't we?”Daere inquired as they started to make their way down the empty halls,Craven replied as the stairway came into view.”Of course how else is Fen’Harel going to keep his privacy and peace,why don't you think about it and consider this place your permitted home.”

“No, the forest is my home Craven and in truth I would not give it up for anything..not even for a life like this.”Daere stated,Craven did not look at her as he spoke”da’len, I can tell you now those trees are starting to die.Since you have been busy we have been around Thedas and noticed a disease is spreading, you don't want to be down there when the corruption finally erupts.”

“I think I am willing to take that chance Craven.”Daere replied as they reached the top of the steps, they paused as she looked over at the study room open door, Craven muttered while he started to walk”Stubbornness I guess is a family trait.”

“Craven..we will be heading to Brecilian passage, you can leave me right after I don’t mind..mostly because if you think I have a temper Darcy can get bad.”Daere remarked,Craven stopped in his tracks slowly he looked at her while he inquired”You knew were he was this whole time didn't you?”

“Yes and no..just because we agreed on a met up point if things got bad does not mean one of us would every make it, we learned to be ready for the worst and to make no attachments,” Daere replied.

To that Craven muttered, “That really does explain a lot about your behavior, but I am going to make certain you don’t get jumped by bandits or anything I am certain Fen’Harel would appreciate you coming back. Now let us get moving and hope it is not nightfall in Brecilian forest, if so your going to have to wait until daylight.”

Daere blinked a couple of times as she watched as Craven started to make his way down past the empty rooms, he stopped again as he inquired”Are you coming or not?This is for you after all.”

“Right..”Daere replied slowly as she started to catch up, he waited for her until she was by his side before they walked together towards the open door.Her weapons rested where she had left them, as Craven walked over towards the eluvian Daere quickly hilted her weapons while she thought ’ how bad could the woods have gotten since we left them for even a Sentinel wanting to take caution to avoid them at night?’

Chapter Text

“You’re going to fast, slow the hell down why don't you.”Craven remarked as Daere moved quickly through the thick forest, a few birds chirped above them as she quickened her pace while the suns rays played on top of the trees. She turned her head and nearly snapped” your done, don't follow me any further”

“ what gentleman would i be if I left you alone.”Craven remark as he looked her in surprise with her changed behavior , Daere stopped in her tracks then snapped as she turned to face him. ”You a gentleman?I don't know if my ears deceive me but I am pretty certain I just heard you make a rape joke when I laid dying on the floor in Fen’Harel temple.”

“You heard that huh, i admit that was poor and out of taste but even you have to admit to try an lighting things abit when the room seems bleak.”Craven stated as he finally caught up to her,he looked at her as he added ” i did not mean anything of it I swear.”

“Look I don't have time for this..I don't want to be responsible if Darcy attacks first then ask questions later.”Daere explained as she softened her tone ,Craven asked out of curiosity ”Why would he have the reason to if I am trying to help the both of you?Clearly he would want to met the people who have helped you.”

“You were not raised with him Craven and your leaving me no choice, so I guess i am going to do this the hard way.”Daere explain as she studied him, Craven watched her with weary as he inquired“What are you thinking of doing? “

“Now Craven why would you think I am up to something? “Daere inquired as she started held her arms behind her while walking closer to to him, she worked her hands behind the belt of her outfit as she freed a small sharp rock.He shook his head no while Daere swung her arm at him as he aimed for his throat, Craven stopped her taking Daere by surprise as he flipped her body in the air.Her mouth dropped open as her breath escaped while she hit hard against the cold ground, Daere struggled to breath as Craven press a foot gently on her chest while he remarked ”That was really stupid of you, i hope you realize. I promised Fen'Harel I would make certain both of you come back alive, if you get injured by my hands that is up to you.True it will piss him off but he would understand why if I explain you did just try to attack me, so one I remove my foot can we please have no more of this?”

“How..”Daere inquired as Craven moved his foot away, he held out his hand slowly to help her while he explained “When the two of you were fooling around in his temple I noticed your movements, so it makes sense if Cecil was the one to train you to fight like a veneration..in truth you probably would have had me if you did not just announce your attack before attacking.”

“ How long has this war between you and the veneration, are they like some super villain to the Evanuris or something?” Daere inquired as she dusted herself off, Craven crossed his arms as he looked around while he answered her“I guess you can say that, they are an equivalent of a Sentinel but instead of serving the Evanuris they choose to turn away from them some even turn to worshipping the forbidden ones.”

“What about your family?”Daere asked as she looked at him, she quickly regretted her question as his blue eyes clouded over. She opened her mouth to apologize but he cut her off”I was a middle child myself, probably the only reason why I even agree to come with you. Two sisters and one brother..my brother was not lucky to survive an attack from Falon’Din, but from time to time i see my younger sister when a summit happens or Sylaise need an extra hand.”

“I know it is not my business but what happen to your other sister?I noticed you only mentioned one.”Daere inquired softly as she felt a chill run through her spine, he sighed as he replied
“I should have been there for her, but as a ‘slave’ or ‘servant’ in their eyes there was nothing I could do.When they had us kidnapped from our home, after we watched Falon’Din kill our brother we were separate...Rose was sweet she did not deserve ending up at the hands of Andruil..the day I found out what she had did to her..”

“Craven ir abelas you don't have to continue, I should not have asked.” Daere stated cutting him off, he smile as he replied”It is ok, in fact your boldness reminds me of her and makes me wonder if all women are that way.You got to understand yes some of the Evanuris do abuse their power but Fen’Harel is not like that,Sarff trusted him maybe you should as well”

“Yes and see how that turned out, pretty certain even if I willingly came with him don’t think I can trust him ”Daere replied slowly, Craven looked at her as his eyes softened while he asked“ You do know your contradiction yourself right? You don't trust him and yet moments earlier you two looked like you were ready to slip out of your clothes and fuck on the table.”

“That is not how it is!”Daere remarked as her face grew red from embarrassment,he ran his tongue on the back of his teeth then replied”There is nothing to be ashamed about, most people would have stripped and thrown themselves at his mercy..but not you. How come you resisting his advances when clearly both of you seem to have some attraction.”

“There is no attraction,besides i have standers if he wanted a elven slut that will throw themselves at his feet, I am not like that. There has to be some meaning not a one night stand“Daere growled softly as she started to walk away from him, he looked at her while stating causing her to pause”And you strip most of your targets before you kill them.”

“How would you know what I do when I fulfill some of my contracts?”Daere inquired threatening she slowly turned her head,Craven wasted no time answering”You really need to give us more credit, when Fen’Harel ran into you in the fade he did questioned the spirits about you before I was asked to free you.”

“Well that was a mistake on his part now was it.”Daere stated as a soft breeze brushed with her short hair gently,Craven remarked”The one who is making a mistake is you falon and before this week is end I think you might warm up to the idea that…”

“Shut up.”Daere growled through her clenched teeth,Craven quickly stopped as he noticed the faint blue mist developing on her fingertips while she glared at him.Quickly she turned her head as the mist faded, Daere softened her tone as she spoke”just enough, beside by the looks of things even if I consider anything Taliesin looks like she would kill me.”

“So you do have some feelings for Fen'Harel , if I told you Taliesin is not that big of a bitch would you consider opening some doors for him and…”Craven inquired as he watched the color drain from her face, Daere eyes went wide in horror as she snapped “Craven! not going to happen...is this even the place to talk about this!?!”

“Why is this an issue?”Craven inquired as he busted out laughing, Daere looked around the surrounding forest nervously as he added”Come on I am just saying, after all you two seem to have some slight attraction.”

“Do you realize not only would Darcy kill me but Cecil would as well then lecture of the ‘dangers’ of Evanuris relationships”Daere tried to explain, Craven replied“ Do you even do anything for yourself, not to be mean but you should like a servant yourself.”

“I do think for myself but when it comes to things like that…. why are we even having this conversation?”Daere snapped as she looked back at him.

He smiled gently as he remarked “just trying to help a friend and bored..mostly bored but this does beat what I am usually doing.” Craven replied as they started to walk together down the steep hill, it did not take long a burnt down cabin came into view.He stopped as he recognized the place, Craven noticed the grass had not grown back close to the cabin while they got closer. Softly he spoke as chills ran through his spine ”We probably should not be here.”

“You can leave, I am fine with it...you did your job now go.”Daere remarked as she turned to look at him as they stopped , he looked at her while replying slowly “I am not going to leave you behind mostly because your personal dont scream ‘I am major threat’ no you scream here let me screw up to the point i am bleeding on the ground while my legs twitch like a dying cricket”

“I do not! Now I am regretting allowing you to join me asshole.”Daere stated, Craven wasted no time remarking“Da’len you were in a cell bring ready to be sold or whatever that mage had planned when we came across you, the mouth of your seems like the only thing dangerous about you..even that is harmless.”

“The Sentinel has a point.” Darcy’s rough voice nearly made her jump as she turn to look behind her,they watched him limp up to them as she inquired softly “Brother, are you alright? You don't look so well”

“Yes, don't worry about me...so who are you?”Darcy asked as he shifted his gaze from Daere to Craven, tension quickly rose as Darcy jaw flexed a little while Craven answered “I am one of Fen’harel Sentinel.”

“So June sent Fen’Harel to collect, no matter you can tell him the deal is off since his Sentinel decided to attack.”Darcy replied calmly, Craven inquired sharply” how could you be so fucking low to offer yourself and your sister to one of them?Do you realize how stupid that is or what the others are capable of?”

“It is not your place to question now is it, besides i am certain you see why she can't keep running around doing her own thing.”Darcy stated, Daere snapped as she glared at him “So it is true, what about what we were taught?”

“Just shut up “Darcy stated without looking at her,Daere snapped back“is that really how your going to greet me?I was nearly worry sick and all you can say ‘shut up’?Not glad to see your ok as well?”

“Daere i figured you would pop up sooner or later.”Darcy remarked as he lowered his guard a little,Craven looked at Daere then Darcy before remarking “You two don’t get along very well do you.”

“We would if she was not so much of a fuck up, in truth after how many times i had to heal her i just wished she was never born.”Darcy replied calmly,Daere did not cover the pain that cross her face as she replied “That is hurtful you know”

“Good it should be, think on how much trouble you been getting yourself into at least I know this works to get your attention ”Darcy snapped as he glared hatefully at her,Daere clenched her teeth as she back up a little.Craven wasted no time snapping“Darcy correct?She is your family is she not?”

“Yes but someone like her deserves every bit of it, now are we expecting anything from June?” Darcy inquired, Craven stared at him hatefully as he responded “No Fen’Harel going to push to see if both of you can avoid getting into that mess.”

“No matter, Daere let us get a move on”Darcy muttered, Daere sighed as she walked over to him softly she spoke “Honestly Darcy sometimes i wonder what goes through you mind, what is the plan? “

“There is a dalish aravel close, we can stay with them until we find another town to lay low in “Darcy stated as he shifted his gaze to her, he studied her outfit and asked “What are you wearing? Wait don't tell me i am going to assume that is part of the reason why a Sentinel is present. “

“Blair and Azenor are dead.. they had me kill them.” Daere muttered painfully, Darcy remarked sharply as they started to walk“You knew the cost joining something like that, a shame though that shemlen was starting to grow on me.”

“Have the were wolves been that aggressive around these parts still? “Daere inquired, Craven cleared his throat causing the pair to look at him as he spoke “You two really might want to consider coming back with me, Fen'Harel like i said is willing to give you guys shelter even if you two are mark by them “

“Daere what did you tell them?”Darcy snapped causing Daere clenched her teeth, she turn to look at him to protest but stopped as Craven replied“She did not say anything just we saw it when she was disarming, are you marked as well?”

“No and if she has not said anything it is a bloody birthmark.”Darcy quickly went to the defense, Craven sneered “Don't give me that bullshit we already knew as soon as Fen’Harel cut Anthony loose weird shit has been happening everywhere your family went, it was not until we found the bodies did it stop.”

“You need to leave us.” Darcy growled as he held out his hand, light blue flames danced around his hand while Daere rested her hand on his arm. Softly she spoke “Darcy don't if it was not for him i probably would have not made it here. “

“You know i hate it when you give me that look. ”Darcy remarked while he looked at her
blue flames vanished, he spoke not hiding his irritation “Thank you for bring Daere back and i do appreciate this but if you know what it is, then you gotta understand why i made the deal in the first place.June promised not to separate us, if we were I know the others would have her killed no questions asked because of it. “

“June probably was not the best one to turn to if you were looking to serve someone, you should have talked to Mythal. “Craven remarked, Darcy nodded his head while he replied” I noticed, but still it was the only way to keep June from killing us ten years back. “

“What are you talking about?” Daere inquired trying to make sense , Darcy looked at her with hesitation as he paused then replied “Don't worry about it, the important matter is what is done is done.”

“I swear i am going to start stabbing people if you keep having these secrets, once we get settled your telling me .”Daere remarked as Darcy started to walk away, she picked up her pace as Craven shouted ”You are not going to follow your brother out there, are you?”

“Craven, like you said family needs to stay together.”Daere answered softly with a sad smile as she turned her head, he shook his head and muttered“both are you are insane i swear, alright looks like going back will have to wait”

“Your funeral Craven.”Daere muttered as Darcy sent a chilling glare at him, he opened his mouth to protest but stopped as they heard the shrill scream ahead of them.Daere held out her arm as Darcy pulled out a small blade,Craven quickly asked in alarm as he watched Darcy cut Daere arm open”What are you doing!?!”

“You said Fen'Harel knows what i am capable of then certain he should know what we are doing.”Daere explained calmly as Darcy muttered a spell, a couple of terror demons appear beside her as Darcy stated upon finishing”If it is the darkspawn make certain none of there blood mixes with yours.”

“I know.”Daere replied calmly as she tied a cloth over her open wound,Craven protested”If it is darkspawn could the blood magick not be used!?! Does your family live to have a death wish ,Darcy heal her and make her stay back if your concerned.”

“Shut up Sentinel, we did not ask you to come with us.If you are to stay with us then allow us to do things our way.”Daere could hear her brother snap as she started to run towards the fighting with the demons behind her, the smell of rotting flesh hit her nostrils hard as the stale aravel came into view.She unhilted her daggers as the terror demons opened a rift into the ground, they popped up from the ground as she took a swing at the closest darkspawn.Something in her froze as she stared at the sigil resting upon the blighted creatures armor, a thought crossed her mind as their blade clashed ’why are they wearing a grey warden armor, is this what happen to them?’

“watch what you are doing.”Craven voice brought he back, she turned her head slightly as she felt his back against hers.Quickly she muttered”Ir abelas but why do they have the grey wardens armor on them?”

“Because they are the missing grey wardens, something has increased all of their calling at once and the reason why our people are being pulled.”Craven explained as a huge shadow flew over them, he sliced opened the one in front of him before he looked up and muttered”well I will be damn Mythal is here.”

“I thought you said you were working only for Fen’Harel?””Daere snapped as she lunged forward, her dagger embedded itself into the darkspawn neck while the dragon landed not to far from them.Black smoke surrounded the dragon as some of the dalishes pointed at their new arrival, a woman with her hair crown by horns emerged as the darkspawn erupted into flames causing Daere to jumped back knocking Craven to his knees.Slowly he got up from the ground as she started to return to the shadows, Craven wasted no time asking as the dalishes started to gather around Mythal”Lady Mythal I thought you were busy with Lord Fen’Harel?”

“Listen to the men bicker started giving me a headache, what about you Craven I was told you were to be in Amaranthine helping that woman find her brother.” Mythal inquired, her golden eyes rested upon them, Daere thought’ thats Mythal?’

“Well…”He started as Darcy finally joined them from the woods as the demons vanished, Mythal looked in his direction while muttering”So it is truth, my how time flies it is good to see you have recovered.”

“Excuse me?”Daere inquired as she tilted her ear up,Darcy step up as he explained nervously ”She does not remember anything ir abelas Mythal..and i just thought it was best for her not to.”

“Mythal what are you talking about?”Craven asked not hiding his own curiosity, Mythal studied to two before looking at him she explained”While you three where doing a run for me, Anthony came for help after these two were kidnapped..there is a reason why children were never meant to have those marks place upon them at such a young age.”

"come on let us get going, we still got a ways before we reach Denerim.”Darcy growled as he disappeared back in the woods, Daere stuttered as she looked back” but...but I want to know what happened..brother...fine but your telling me later.”

“fat chance Daere.”Darcy muttered under his breath as they walked further away,Daere looked back to notice some of the dalishes kneeling in front of Mythal as another Sentinel appear.She shook her head while muttering while they continued on their way, “fools”

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You haven't slept how come?”Darcy inquired as he stopped beside Daere,the birds were silent as the clouds passed over the sun as she thought to herself while he sat down next to her.’Maybe we have been wrong about them all along.’

“Thedas to Daere.”Darcy remarked as he rested his palm on her cheek, Darcy studied Daere face while he added showing his concern”You don't seem to have a fever and I doubt you got any of the darkspawn blood in your system, if that was the case you would be showing signs through the night when we got here.”

“We have to go and find Mythal...maybe she is willing to give us shelter”Daere admitted as a slight dread started to fill her,Darcy inquired in frustration ”A little late to tell me this don’t you think?Why the change of mind?”

“Those creatures from last night, Craven made a comment how they where the grey wardens before we rushed off...could we survive down here if that was the case? Was that why you were so eager to give up our freedom?”Daere inquired as she slowly looked at him, Darcy rested his hand on top of her head.Roughly he ruffled her hair as he got up, Daere sat there watching while he walk away from her as he muttered”You worry to much, beside i admit it was a mistake to seek help from June.”

“Then why did you certain you must have felt we don't have a chance anymore on our own?Daere nearly shouted, he looked at her as a carveen walked past behind him. Darcy replied sharply as he glare at his sister” You never gave a fuck then so why should you now? Daere you are getting what you wanted, so don't complain to me now that you want to retreat to the safety of the false gods that would see you dead.”

“What if we can trust one though?Would it be that bad”Daere inquired softly,he narrowed his eyes at her.Darcy nearly sneered as Daere lowered her eyes to the ground”What has Fen’Harel been filling your head with?”

“Nothing, just forget I said anything.”Daere replied as she slowly got up from the porch, she grabbed a bow that was resting next to her.Darcy remarked sharply as she started to walk away.”remember we live and die on our own, it was foolish of me to use June with an empty promise don't make the same mistake i did, Daere.”

“I won't, ir abelas for asking. “ Daere murmured as she continued to make her way into the forest, the dread continued to eat inside while she walked further into the surrounding woods. Deep down she knew something bad was about to happen as she tried to find any creatures, Daere stopped and looked up in the branches hoping to find a single bird only to see the leaf’s dancing in the slight breeze.Slowly she looked down at her arms realizing the hairs standing straight up, Daere swallowed as a soft growl drifted beside her.She held out the bow while pulling out a arrow from it's quiver eyeing the wolves with weary as they started to appear around her. Solas soft voice behind her caused her to close her eyes. “Be at ease they wont hurt you. “

“Kind of hard to believe that when there is no other creature in sight. “Daere replied as she rested the flench on the string, she turned around while raising the bow higher keeping Solas within her line of sight. Softly she inquired as he stopped in his tracks. “Are you alone?”

“Yes, are you planning to shoot me with that thing?”Solas inquired gently as some of the wolves sat on their hunches while watching the two ,Daere kept her aim as she stated calmly “It is possible Solas, we are enemies are we not.”

“I was hoping we were not to be honest.”Solas remarked as she shifted her gaze slightly to one of the wolves that started to approach her from the side,softly she asked“Why?Your Sentinel should have told you i choose to stay”

“please lower your weapon, we can be civil about this”Solas replied as the wolf growled threatening,Daere felt the chill linger as he stepped closer to her.She replied trying to keep her own fear “Call off your wolves and maybe I will consider it Solas”

“Fair enough,but you must know the wolves were suppose to track something else that was concerning Mythal. I did not expect to see you this soon.. if ever the way Craven explain to me how things went.”Solas replied as his eyes started to glow,his hand touched the body of the bow while she kept her glance at the wolves as they headed back into the forest.Daere slowly looked back at him as his eyes started to return to normal, he forced her to lower the bows aim to the ground while he spoke with ease as she tightened her grip to the point there was small white spots on her knuckles ”much better.”

“what was it you were after?Why so many wolves? “Daere inquired as he let go, their gaze held as he answered“just a precaution, we have been wondering why so many of your grey wardens have vanished so i needed to see for myself after Mythal told me what happened here... where is Cecil he still owes me answers .”

“I don’t know, even if I did i would never turn my back on him.” Daere replied as she aimed the arrow back at his face, he seemed unmoved while he added calmly “that was not the only case...i had to see if you were ok. “

“thanks i guess,but as you can see i am fine. “Daere stated as she lowered the bow she studied the Evanuris in front of her, while she remarked”Why can’t I do this? Your standing right there, certainly even without the blade just one shot from an arrow should do.”

“Because you not as cold as you think you are, i had gave you more then once to try but you always seemed to hold yourself back.”Solas replied,Daere stated”So when those veneration raided your temple..”

“Like i said i knew i needed to reach out to you just that night took me by surprise.”Solas answered,he rested his hand on her cheek as Daere lowered her gaze.He slide his hand under her chin then lift gently while he inquired ”why do you keep lowering your gaze like that when I speak to you?”

“Because when I look into those eyes i feel like my heart skips a beat and it scares me ”Daere admitted, her eyes went wide in horror as the words slipped past.Her grip loosen from the flench, the arrow and bow fall to the ground as she back up slowly.Solas chuckled as he grabbed her while her cheeks grew red, gently he brought her close to him while he spoke.”That is one confession i was waiting to hear from you.”

“saying it is a mistake Solas..feeling it is a mistake as well, you should go back and act like nothing we did ever happened between us ”Daere explained as he tightened his grip, he brought himself close then pressed his nose against hers while he remarked”You don't believe this is a mistake do you?”

“Solas..”Daere muttered as his lips pressed gently onto hers, she could not stop herself from nipping his lips as he pulled back to reassure her“ Like i said your not a killer Daere,not as much as you were to believe.“

“How would you know the truth you look to spirits to be your guide while i allow my brother to use my blood to use demons sometimes.” Daere softly explained, she surpressured her own lustful desires as she tried to step back.Solas explained as he stopped her “Spirits and demon are no different from each other, same with us. “

“I know but you are one of them...your suppose to be my enemy..not someone i should sleeping with like a lover.”Daere whimpered,He smirked softly as his hands rested on her waist “What can i do to prove to you even if by title I am one of the Evanuris, i still love you. “

“Solas..” Daere muttered as her eyes went wide, she tried to step back only for him to tighten his grip more while he confessed”Don’t pull away from me, i meant what i said vhenan.At first i admit it was to bring you in with the others,but then I questioned the kiss you gave me before you left with the Tevinters.”

“How do you know it is love and not lust? ”Daere asked as he started to force her to move back towards the closest tree, she did not fight him as she felt the roughness of the tree back scrape against her back while he murmured ”I just know, if it was lust you know there has been more then once I could have taken what i wanted from you.I could have easily denied you any means to return here and locked you in one of the rooms to make certain, but that is to cruel of a fate for anyone and i want you to choose what you wanted”

“This is bad...really really bad..I can’t... can I?”Daere muttered,Solas remarked as he stopped”Only you can decided, but i want you to remember if i take you into my bed i want it to be because you wanted to be there not because you feel like it is to fulfill a duty to keep me happy .”

“You are a few in a million Solas.”Daere muttered as she gave in while leaned in and kissed him on the lips, he kept his hands on her waist as he pressed his body against hers.A soft grunt escaped while he trailed his kisses to her neck, Solas wasted no time murmuring ”Fenedhis lasa ma vhenan.”

“yes.”muttered Daere as her legs grew weak while Solas hands started to play with the front of her armor, he quickly force himself to stop as he pulled away slowly.A frustrating groan escaped his lips, his eyes stayed closed while he remarked ”Probably wise if we both slow our actions, try to met me back here as soon as night falls”

“Even though the forest is crawling with darkspawn during the night?”Daere inquired as he started to looked at her, he rested his hand on her cheek while he remarked”you have nothing to be afraid of when I am with you, just look for one of my summons before wandering far into the forest.”

“You know I can take care of myself.”Daere replied as he kissed her back on the lips,Solas replied then he kissed her again a little more forceful ”I know, but this way i can make certain nothing happens to you.”

“Do you really have to leave?”Daere inquired softly, he pulled away finally while he spoke”Yes..return with me put this place behind you.”

“Solas you know I can't do that.”Daere sneered gently while narrowing her eyes,Solas looked at her with confusion then nodded his head as he spoke”I understand, i don't want you to feel pressured it was wrong of me to say anything.”

“Dareth shiral emma lath “Daere muttered as he turned to leave her,he paused as he looked back at her then nodded while he walked away towards the direction the wolves had vanished.She stood there for a second as she rested her palm on her forehead,Daere groan as she thought‘ Have i truly lost my mind, isn't Fen'Harel suppose to be the worst of them?’

“run for your lives, the Templars are not here to help us !”Daere could hear a shout in a distance causing her look up, black smoke rose from the village of Denerim. She broke into a run as she thought ’Darcy is still over there I hope he is alright, but why are the Templars attacking?”

“Darcy!”Daere shouted as she smacked a low hanging branch away from her face, panic started to kick in as she stopped at the edge of the forest. She watched from the shadows as a woman fall to the the ground, the temple waste no time raising his sword then as Daere opened her mouth to crie out.Solas covered her mouth quickly while he whisper”Dont get their attention.”

“I thought you left?” Daere inquired as he removed his hand.

His gaze shifted to the scene in front of them while he answered ”When i heard the shout i just knew i could not leave you.”

“I have to..”Daere started but stopped, Solas muttered softly”I know, i don't expect you to do any less to be honest.”

“Ma serannas.”Daere replied as she looked back, the Templar that had slayed the woman looked directly at them and pointed at the two while shouting”Try and bring the elves alive we still need their blood.”

“Fuck not this shit again.”Daere replied as she reach for her daggers hilt,softly she growled once she realized her daggers were gone causing him to look at her.Solas remarked as more started to walk to them”This happens to you often doesn't? I can buy us some time and we can return..there is a safe place close to here if we cannot reach the eluvian.”

“i am not retreating.”Daere stated sharply as she looked at him, Solas studied her then replied” there is too much for just the two of us..”

“There won't be just the two of us, once we find Darcy we can save this place.”Daere replied as Solas raised his hand, she watched in silence as the sky started darken while clouds gathered above them. He spoke while the sky finally broke open “Vhenan you might want to move closer to me. “

“Why?” Daere inquire Solas did not answer while he grabbed her wrist, he brought her close right as the first boulder hit the ground where she once stood.Slowly Daere turned her head as he let go of his grip while he muttering a spell softly, a fade barrier rose around them while she watched the Templars try to retreat.Daere muttered.”Impressive power Solas.”

“This is nothing.”He replied while they watched the firestorm take out the remaining Templars, Solas let go of her as two figures seem to make their way towards them from a distance.Daeres eye light up while she dart from the safety of the fade barrier, dodging the boulders as best as she could while she ran over to the two while shouting “Darcy! Cecil!”

“Daere, good your alive...we can’t stay here as soon as you ran off those red Templars appeared.” Darcy stated as she stopped in front of the two,the firestorm died down slowly behind her as Darcy yanked Daere’s arm out as he pulled out a knife.He rested the blade to reopen the wound from the night before, sharply as he made his way over to Daere’s side Solas demanded“i would not recommend doing that.”

“And why not? Who are you anyways?” Darcy sneered, the blade edge rested on Daere’s arm while his violet eyes seemed to cloud over.

Cecil touched Darcy shoulder while he spoke “That is Fen’Harel Darcy, Fen’Harel should you not be with the others staying out of this?”

“Normally yes but under special circumstances we can interfere.”Solas answered as,Darcy started to press the blade down.Daere bite her tongue as the pain spread,Solas noticed her discomfort while he grabbed Darcy wrist.He wasted no time snapping”Stop this.”

“Fen’Harel, let them do what they need to do, I don't see them willing going back with you.”Cecil remarked,Solas glared at him while stating”You claim to want to protect her and yet you are allowing this?”

“What choice to we have Fen’Harel, we won't be welcome anywhere near the elven empire..let alone the other Evanuris know about us.I have a chance but Daere..she does not, i will not be responsible for what they do to her.”Darcy explained as he glared at Solas.

Cecil added”Daere is willing so there should not be a problem, we just need enough to by us sometime.”

“Vhenan you know the both of you would be safe if..”Solas looked at her while he spoke,Darcy eyes went wide then narrowed as he cut Solas off”Why did you call her vhenan?Fen’Harel is this some joke?”

“Fen’Harel just because we took in you hospitality does not mean you have any right calling her..”Cecil snapped, Daere growled”Dont be attacking Solas because I plan to going back with him.”

“Daere..”Cecil remarked, silence fall between then as Daere looked at Darcy while he stared at her.Slowly she opened her mouth only to find she could not speak as Dacry lunged at her, his hand rested on her throat while Solas and Cecil fought to restrain him.Darcy shouted in rage”How dare you!?!No one of my blood will ever be with one of them!”

“Darcy that is enough, let go of her!”Cecil shouted as Darcy tightened his grip,Daere gasped while she dug her nails within his arm trying to pull him away.She held her throat as Solas managed to step between the two. Darcy tried to lunge again while shouting”Let me go, this disease needs to be eliminated.”

“A little harsh wanting to go this far don’t you think Darcy?”Cecil inquired softly, there was a pause before he added while Darcy started to walk in the opposite direction.”As a family friend I agree how disgusting the thought is, but she has to choose her own mistakes. Fen’Harel you two go ahead..i know were the place is so hopefully Felassan wont give us problems when we head there. Daere you are a disgrace and I hope you wise up before you make more of a mistake.”

“Cecil must I remind you I got far with my life without you in it, so this should not be any different.”Daere remarked,Cecil studied her then sighed”Your right and i have to remember that.”

“We should retreat ourselves, the spell I used could attract more over here let alone night is about to fall.”Solas replied as she looked at him, he looked at the red mark developing on her neck while his jaw flexed.

Daere looked back as Cecil started to head down the same direction as Darcy, softly he added”I want to apologize for the fact you had spent this time looking for your brother that he won't be joining us, but the way he just…”

“Solas..I was half joking about my brother would kill me, I don't think that was him..but then I just don't know.Like you said we need to head back, I don't think i have it in me to fight more than I need to at the moment.” Daere explained as she slowly looked back at him, in a distance as the sun started to lower.

They could smell the familiar rotten corpse scent as he looked back into the forest, softly he spoke ”I hope your able to fight one or two of them on the way.”

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“Beautiful view from up here isn't it.”Solas asked as he stood in the doorway, night had shortly after they had arrived back.He had already had one of the many spare room ready for her before they had return, Daere did not look at him as she looked out the window.She gazed upon the lands below as Solas walked over to her as she spoke”I should be down there with them.”

“I figured you would still feel that way but there is not much you could do until your brother cools off, so tomorrow we can head to Alathen for a bit and while we wait I can show you around.” Solas remarked as he stopped behind her, gently he pressed his nose close to her neck then nipped playfully before backing away from her.

Daere eyes went wide as she turned her head while she inquired “is that all your going to do?”

“I refuse to take advantage vhenan, i hope you sleep well”Solas replied softly as he left her alone in the room, Daere stared at the doorway while she moved away from the windowsill. Quietly she walked over to the open door as his started to move further away, there was a pause before Taliesin sneered ”Fen’Harel is there no way we cannot just leave her down there?”

“No Taliesin, we are not having this talk again.”Solas explain calmly.

Taliesin stated sharply ”But what if she tries to kill you again?Remember what Anthony said that blade was created by their blood..what if her blood alone can do the same thing?”

“I am willing to to take that risk, besides Dirtheman apparently has someone that is like her and he is still alive.”Solas explain as Daere looked down at her hand, softly she thought in confusion ’My blood might be poisonous to him?’

“That is because he is not trying to fuck his sentinel Fen’Harel.”Taliesin snapped,Solas sighed then replied”I don't see that is the case, have you forgotten they used materials from the void as well.”

“Fen’Harel please dont make me beg again, I know there was a time i would have been glad to see her here..but she is dangerous just like Anthony.” Taliesin replied.

Solas nearly snapped”Taliesin i understand your concern but the spirits don't see her or derm her as a threat.”

“And what about the other one?You cannot keep seeking council with the spirits what if they are wrong? ”Taliesin inquired,Solas slowly replied”We will discuss about that when the time comes, just ease up on her.”

“I will try, but if she runs her mouth like Sarff then don't be surprised if she has a few more lethal holes on her”Taliesin replied,Solas chuckled while Daere poked her head through the creak door.She watched him as he remarked”You two have something in common just hope the temper is not the only thing.”

“Bullshit Fen’Harel you just want someone on the other side of that bed of yours, if she poison you don't come asking for my help falon. ” Taliesin grumbled as Daere moved from the doorway, she waited until she heard both doors closed before she headed back out. Daere paused in the hallway as she looked towards the open study room then back at Solas door, with nervousness weighing on her heart she made her way quietly to his door.Daere raised her hand in the air then pause while she muttered under her breath while she turned to head back to her room”what am I thinking?”

“and here i was about to scold you thinking it was Taliesin for sneaking around” Solas remarked behind her,Daere stopped in her tracks.She turned to looked at him as he stood in the doorway without his shirt on.Solas studied her face as he asked”something on your mind?”

“I want to explore a little if i am planning to stay here...you know be aware of my surrounds just in case i need to defend myself if something goes wrong.”Daere lied as she crossed her arms over her breasts,Solas studied her face while he replied”You don't have to be guarded, if you want a walk i could show you around if you like it is a nice night after all.”

“That won't be necessary Solas.”Daere replied keeping her head up while she started to walk past him towards the steps, Solas wasted no time grabbing her arms gently while he asked ”Vhenan what is really bothering you?”

“this is going against everything i have to endure in the past.”Daere stated as she gently tried to pull from him, he tightened his grip while he s spoke” then let it go, no good will come if you hold on to it...you were willing to do so when we met dont take that step back because your afraid.”

“ I am not afraid Fen’Harel.”Daere growled as he brought her close pressing her body close to his, their gaze held as he remarked”It seems we have been in this position before, shall we see if things go any further?”

“the last time i nearly stripped bare for anyone they ended up dead, i don't think your people would be very pleased.” Daere muttered as she felt her eyes soften,Solas smirked as he slowly leaned in to kiss her neck.A moan slip through her lips as the softness of his lips brush against her skin while he moved her body against the wall,slowly he pulled back and groaned “Let us take this into my room.”

“isn't the dread wolf afraid I will trap him at his own game,” Daere muttered as she kissed him on the lips.

Solas wasted no time muttering”i doubt you can do anything different i have dealt with over the years, but this wolf is willing to learn a few new tricks if you have any to show.”

“Take it out of the halls or I will be playing a game of my own that involves both of you in pain.”Taliesin shouted through her close door, Daere looked past him expecting Taliesin to burst out of her room but Solas quickly forced her gaze back to him as he replied”Come with me ma vhenan.”

“The dread wolf is so trusting.”Daere replied with a slight sarcasm tone as he lead her back into his room, Solas stood at his door waiting with hidden eagerness as she step into his room.The door closing shattered the silence while she turned to look at him, silence filled the room while their gaze held.Slowly he walked past her as she both feeling the hesitation while he sat on his bed, Solas remarked while she started to undo the front of her belt”I thought you did not bend to the will of an Evanuris.”

“One night should not hurt.” Daere replied as her pants slide to the ground, carefully she stepped out of the small hump in the ground as made her way over to him.With ease she lifted the veneration outfit over her head then threw it to the side as Solas rested his hands on her waist, Daere touched the side of his face gently while she muttered”Wicked dread wolf what am I to expect from you tonight?”

“Getting cocky before we get started, may not be the best plan of yours.”Solas remarked as he tightened his grip on her waist while he leaned forward , Daere caught her breath as his tongue gently parted her slit.Slowly he pulled back and looked up as he asked in curiosity ”Have you not had someone's tongue play with you?”

“I have just..not a guy.”Daere admitted as her face grew warm.

Solas smirked as he stated, ”That explains a lot about your behavior.”

“Hey just because I have a friend that I tend to go to help me with the sexual tension does not me I lack the experience Sol-” Daere words caught in her throat as he slipped a couple of his fingres past her slit ,he tilted his head while he remarked”I did not say that.”

“And here i was expecting some type of smart ass comment from you”Solas muttered as Daere closed her eyes, the room filled with her soft panting as he thrust his fingers gently caressed her clit .He studied her as she struggled to talk”Certainly if you were in my position you would hate to ruin it emma lath...in truth never in my wildest dreams would i allow myself to be touched like this by an Evanuris.”

“We can do more then just the foreplay vhenan.”Solas murmured as he felt her slit starting to tighten on his fingers, slowly he pulled his fingers out causing her to whimper.Daere opened her eyes and glare at him while she scolded him ”Your not going to work me up then stop when I am close.”

“From my understanding you have done it plenty of times.”Solas stated calmly while he leaned in and kissed her on the lips, gently he ordered her”Get on the bed, i want to see how much you are willing to listen.”

“Excuse me?”Daere inquired not hiding her shock, he smirk as he replied ”You heard me, unless you think you can take care of that unsatisfying tension that is building.I promise you if you do as I ask it will be well worth it, you might be willing to beg me for more.”

“Honestly i don't know if I want to turn tail or take that as a challenge Fen’Harel.”Daere replied as she pushed him back on the bed, their nose touched while he rested his hands on her arse.Her breasts touched against his bare chest while he groan loudly ,Daere closed her eyes as she turned her head to the side causing him to inquired ”Having second thoughts vhenan already? I am ok if you want to stop”

“Of sorts, I want this but..is this wrong?”Daere inquired as she slowly looked at him, his nipped her lip gently while he replied”I would be a bit disappointed if you turn and leave me in this position, but I don't want you to regret anything.”

“I think I would regret it more if I don't feel you inside me.”Daere replied softly as they kissed each other on the lips,Solas manage to muttered while he tightened his grip”Vhenan,let me say if you do decide to up and leave you don't seem to understand how frustrating it is to start something then not being able to finish.

“I would not dream of leaving you in a bad position.”Daere remarked while she pulled back,Solas tried to lean forward but Daere stop him while resting her hand on his bare chest.She sat on her knees while she started to mess with his belt buckle,Solas touched her arm while she freed his hard cock.Daere looked up at him while she inquired innocently ”besides did you not ask me to ‘fenedhis lasa’ before you pulled back away from me earlier today?”

“Hmm, true but right now instead of feeling your tongue on my cock how about you allow me to settle within your slit so i can show you how it is done.”Solas replied,Daere felt her face grow red in the dim light room.He smirked as he touched her cheek while he ordered” Lay on my bed, once i get done then you can decide if you want to continue our relationship any further”

“And i thought I had a way with words” Daere replied as Solas sat up, he kissed her on the lips then encouraged lightly, ”Come on vhenan, let me show you what years of experience can do just allow me a little bit of control.

“Somehow this is going to be an interesting experience to say the least Daere remarked as she laid her back on the bed,Solas allowed his pants to fall to the floor then wasted no time using one of his hands to pin Daeres wrist up. Daere watched with some coil as his other hand rested on the shaft of his cock, with a slight tense he rub his member along her entrance while he asked”Is this finally you surrounding yourself to me ma vhenan?”

“I suppose if I like your performance, Fen’Harel ”Daere remarked,Solas kissed her neck as he slowly thrust his body against her keeping his cock just outside of her waiting slit.Her juices started to coat his tip as Daere begged softly ” I want some release.”

“let me hear it and I will consider your little surrender to me”Solas muttered as he kissed underneath her chin,Daere swallowed her pride as she muttered”Fen’Harel take me, I surround myself to you just stop with the teasing.”

“Not what i wanted to hear but I will take it since you asked nicely.”Solas chuckled under his breath as he let go of her wrists, he sat on on his knees while he remarked”Get on top of me, allow me to get familiar with the sway of your body.”

“And here I thought you were taking control.”Daere inquired not hiding her confusion as she sat up while he sat on his knees, he remarked as he touched her waist while she postion her body on top of him.”Right now I want to make certain you are comfortable before I even consider taking control.”

“What a gentleman of you.”Daere muttered as she thrust her body, the wave of pleasure sent chills through her body while the lust deepen within her gaze.Softly he demanded while she closed her eyes”Vhenan if we are going to do this let us do this right, look up at me so I can see your beautiful eyes.”

“Solas…” she muttered as she looked back at him, for a split second Daere thought she saw a calm faint glow reflecting from his eyes as he increased her pace.Only to vanish as he blinked,Solas increased her pace as her breasts bounced with each thrust.It did not take long before the words slipped past her lips “I feel myself getting closer..”

“Hold onto that feel vhenan allow it to build, don't come until i say.”Solas ordered gently,Daere whimpered softly as she kept her pace.He groaned loudly as he thrusted his body up with determination while the bed shook roughly,Daere clenched her teeth together trying to keep her own climax under control causing Solas to ask her”This feels good doesn't it?”

“Solas please..”Daere begged softly as closed her eyes then threw back her head,he kissed her neck while he muttered”Not yet, consider this a small redemption on those you have sexually tormented in your past.”

“Solas..that is not fair.”Daere remarked as she looked down at him almost in shock, Solas grinned as he quickly shifted her body forcefully on to his bed. He groan louder as he replied “Curse my own drivin desire.”

“Vhenan..”Daere gasped out as he roughly thrusted into her while he took control, she moved her hand onto his back while he groan louder.Their moans bounce off the wall as she dug her nails into his skin, slightly she cried out”Yes!”

“You like this don’t you?When i say come I want you to keep looking at me.” He groan out his satisfaction as he continued to thrust into her, somehow she had managed to whisper as her climax lingered”Yes emma lath.”

“ come now ma vhenan.”Solas ordered with a grunt , Daere’s body obeyed his command as her body lifted inches from his bed while a loud cry escaped her lips.She could feel his hardened cock release his seed within her as he rested his hands on her back,Solas held her close while Daere body seemed to shudder on its own while she closed her eyes.Softly she panted while he started to kiss her neck gently, slowly he lowered her body back onto his bed while her hands moved to his arm.Daere did not move as his lips assaulted her body gently, he trailed her kisses to the top of her breast then paused for a split second. Carefully his lips found their way to her to her nipples, without hesitation Solas latched his mouth over then nipped gently.Daere breathed in sharply while he let go and inquired”Is this satisfying enough for you to stay with the dreaded wolf?”

“I will let you know when i think i can move my body.”Daere muttered with a small smile playing on her lips,Solas pulled his cock slowly out of her while he remarked”there is a lot more of this if you consider to stay.”

“Solas a relationship is more than this.” Daere muttered as she creaked open her eyes while he laid next to her.Gently he brought her close to him while muttering loverly ”True, it is built on trust..i hope i have from you.”

“If i did not trust you do you think I would be here laying in your bed emma lath?”Daere inquired while she kissed his chest,Solas replied as he sighed in relief”I don't know, but I hope you do vhenan.”

‘This could be a nice fresh start for me.’Daere thought as she closed her eyes, she listen to the studie rhythm of his heartbeat while Solas own breathing seem to settle.Her mind slowly drifted back forcing her to tense and she opened her eyes.’I need to go back to Thedas and try to get through to Darcy without Solas, but how understanding would he be without getting mad at me for leaving?’

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Hope you take care of yourself, Solas ”Daere muttered softly, she used one of her hands to brush back her hair as she kissed him on the forehead while he slept. Carefully she stood while the first rays from the sun started to crack through the window as she walked quietly out of his room, she could hear a male voice remark down the hall”I know your upset Taliesin but you were the one to break things off with him in the first place.”

“I know i was but how can we trust her? How could he lead her into his room like that?”Taliesin snapped,Daere paused as she looked towards the stairs expecting to see Taliesin and her companion to come up, but the voices did not sound like they were moving as the other elf stated”It sounds to me your jealous,Taliesin”

“That is the other thing why would I be jealous of someone that can’t tap into her abilities without causing some type of damage ”Taliesin sneered as Daere quickly made her way down the hall towards the studied room,she paused while watching Craven lean the chair back as he kept his eyes close.Softly she cleared her throat then asked”Craven..your name is Craven right..do you think you can help me out?”

“Yeah, what can I help you with?”Craven asked as he sat the chair legs onto the floor, Daere walked into the room as he studied her with a shocked expression while he added”i figured you would be still asleep.”

“What is that suppose to mean.”Daere inquired, she stopped and looked around the small room while he replied“The walls might be stone, but the two of you were not really trying to be quiet, so what made you change your mind?”

“you know women can get pent up tension to while traveling...look do you think you can open the eluvian for me, i need to grab a few things.”acted abit coil while she spoke, gently she chewed on her lip as he got up from his seat then walked over to the eluvian while asking“And your coming back?”

“Depends.”Daere replied innocently while she walked over to him, a faint purple mist danced on her fingertips as Craven asked with his back turned to her”Where to?”

“Amaranthine please”Daere answered,she stopped and looked back to see if the others were coming only to be greeted by the empty halls while he turned to look at her.She turned her head just as Craven opened his mouth to speak, Daere stopped him as she rested her hand onto his cheek.Gently she allowed her lips to touch him then muttered as a faint black vain spread on his face” thank you Craven...oh and one more thing.”

“Yes?”Craven inquired as his gaze seem lifeless,Daere studied his face as she stepped back the guilt ate at her while she demanded”You are going to hand me your weapons and once i walk through your going to deactivate the eluvian, if anyone asks about me..you never saw me in fact i never existed.”

“Yes dalen.”Craven voice stated in a mellow tone, he unhilted his song doa while she stepped back.Daere took the blades from him then hilt them to her sides while she walked towards the eluvian,the eluvian ripple as she step outside forcing her to shield her eyes as they suns rays blinded her.She looked back only to see her own reflection before making her way past some dying trees, something glowing cause her to stop and etch closer to the tree.Daere tilted her ear up as she thought ’what is lyrium doing growing on the base, why is it red?’

“well look what the darkspawn dragged in”Kira voice cause Daere to clench her teeth together in annoyance ,slowly she turned her head as Nicneven and Kira walk up to her.”while she “Daere, your alive i thought for certain you were dead.”

“No thanks to you.”Daere growled her response, Nicneven remarked as they stop “we did tell you to run did we not? No matter we have decided to go with our second plan and would appreciate if you came with us.”

“What are you planning?”Daere inquired, an uneasiness grew as the two Tevinter women looked at each other then back at her Kira spoke “come with us and find out.”

“Honestly i don't think I want to.”Daere stated.

Nicneven took a step forward as she inquired sharply “why the change knife ear?Don't you want to make a difference for your people or is there something your not telling us?”

“Are we really going to play this game? You fucking left me with not much of a warning.”Daere snapped slowly,Kira started to walked over to her while she replied “come back and I promise to make it up to you.”

“I got a better idea.”Daere remarked while she raised her hand, the women stopped in their tracks as purple flames surrounded them.Softly she threatened“you get past these flames unshaved maybe i will consider allowing you to live.”

“your a mage?”Kira inquired in shock,Daere shook her head as she answered while a small trace of blood started to develop at the edge of her nose“not a mage.. I don't have that much in me to really be considered a mage, are you going to take my challenge or not.”

“This is going to be to easy.”Nicneven muttered as she studied Daere, Kira looked at Nicneven then back at Daere as the blood started to trail down to her lip“Daere, I don’t understand why are you doing this?”

“because like i said in the beginning the knife ear cant be trust, Kira get her from the back I will distract her from the front”Nicneven sneered, as she outstretched her hand. Kira stared at Daere then nodded as she slipped into stealth. Daere relaxed her body as she rested her hands on the song doa while she waited,suddenly before Kira came out of stealth screamed out in pain ”Nicneven help me!”

“Kira!I don't understand my barrier...”Nicneven stared in horror at her friend, she tried desperately to dispel the flames with no prevail. Daere crossed her arms as she watched them struggle, Kira turned to her while she dug her nails into her skin”What did you do it me?”

“I forgot to mention the flames tend to eat at other mages magick.”Daere replied calmly, she could hear a flatter from a bird's wing behind her causing her to turn her gaze towards the tree.A black bird stared back at her as Kira shouted in panic“Why can't i put it out?Nicenevn help me!Please I beg of you!”

“I am trying..what spell is this knife ear!?!”Nicneven shouted angrily, Daere looked back at the two while w Nicneven continue to use dispel“Nicneven you might as well end Kira suffering your wasting your mana. But if you want me to explain what is happening to Kira, she experiencing her body burn literally from the inside out.True only the outside had touched the flames but from what i have been told no amount of physical energy could put it out, those flames will continue until the very essaint of her soul is consumed...it takes a while for that to happen so in your words what are you waiting for kill her.”

“unforgivable.”Nicneven whispered as she casted a powerful lightning spell at Kira, Kira raised her hand to her face and scream while Daere muttered“yes yes unforgivable, should have thought about that before you guys insisted i kill my friends.“

“You will pay for this i swear i will kill you for for what you have force me to do!” Nicneven shouted as Daere bent over, she reached into her boots as the purple flames started to die down. Nicneven readied herself to cast another spell as Daere pulled out a needle, in mid sentence she threw her weapon and watched as it embedded in Nicneven throat.Nicneven stood there in shock while her hands reach up, Daere stood up slowly as she asked with a mock i her tone”Oh lovely mage what are you going to do, are you going to pull it out and bleed or allow the poison to consume you.”

“what nothing can’t talk you overconfident bitch?” Daere asked angrily,blood developed at the corner of Nicneven mouth as her hand touches the end of the needle.She managed to whispered while she yanked the needle out ”Dumat will see my death will be avenged knife ear, you will soon follow to your own demise.”

“Do you have to be so dramatic when you die?”Daere inquired as Nicneven fall lifelessly to the ground, blood gushed from her open wound as Daere touched under her nose while she walked away .Slowly she pulled her hand back and looked at her fingertips to reveal the red blood, with a sigh she muttered”I need to be more careful.”

“We are wasting our time here, we already picked this place clean.”A male voice remarked, Daere looked up then pressed her back against a tree, several Tevinter came into view from what seemed out of nowhere.She held her breath as she listen to the sound of heavy armor walk past her, another spoke up as they made their way towards the direction she had came
”I know but Chase is being stubborn.”

‘Why are they here?’Daere wondering as she looked back at them, carefully she moved away from the tree then made her way down the familiar forest path.A familiar made her smile as the abandoned cabin came into view, softly she muttered to herself”Hopefully there are a few things still left from any bandits.”

The wood felt odd under her hand as she opened the door wider, to her surprise nothing seemed to be amiss as she made her way inside.The cabin was a mess, she noticed quickly the scorch marks along the walls before her eyes fall upon the body of a Tevinter soldier.Daere muttered while she stared in disbelief.”But they told me June was the one to attack, what is going on.”

“Get Chase there is a knife ear standing in the doorway.”a male voice shouted behind her, Daere turned her head just as an arrow flew past her head, she clenched her teeth together as a growl vibrated at the base of her throat.The red temple placed the flench of the arrow in its place as a couple more started to walk over to her, calmly one spoke”Come on knife ear there is no place for you to run, preferably we are going to take you back with us alive.Depending if you fight back will depend if you will be missing some limbs.”

“You won't be the first set of Templars I had to dealt with.”Daere replied as she unhilt the song doa, the Templare stopped then laughed at her as she readied her stance.He turned his head while he ordered”With my command aim for her legs if you need to but we are instructed to bring in all elves we come across back alive.”

“Yes sir.”The red Templar archer replied ashe brought the string back, without thinking with the Song dao at hand Daere closed the door just as the red Templar let go of the string.The arrow made a loud thump as it hit the door, she could hear the Templars shouting”Get inside and get her.”

“”Yes sir!” She could hear the red Templars respond as she blocked the front door with the table,Daere looked around nervously while she thought ’I need to get out of here..dammit why does this need to be more complex than it needs to be, if I can make it back to town maybe the guards will help me.’

“You really think your going to get away from us that easily, bitch!?! “She could here the commander red Templar shout as they started to kick the door,Daere back up slowly as the door started to give way. Suddenly it stopped, Daere stood there as the red Templar commander demanded”How did you get out.”

“It does not matter I am not allowing you to harm my sister.”she could hear the darkness in her brothers tone as he spoke,the red Templar commander waste not time ordering”Restain him, I will deal with the other elf myself.”

“No you won't, Daere if that is you in there as soon as I get a clearing you run this place is not safe for us”Darcy threatened, Daere shook her head and muttered”What am I doing I should be out there, not hiding.”

“We will have both your lives, the elder one demands we take it to force open the eluvian.”The red Templar commander remarked,Dacry snapped as one of the Templars screamed in pain”you will have to find some other way.”

“Don’t open the door.” a faint voice whispered,Daere looked behind her only to find an empty room as a knock on the front door echo.It was weak but Darcy spoke”Daere let me in I need to see if you are alright.”

“Darcy what is going on?Daere inquired as she pushed the table from her side, she nearly stopped as she felt eyes follow her every move.Darcy wasted no time opening the door only to collapse onto the ground, Daere knelt beside him as he laid on his back.Softly he remarked”You should not have came back if you were out of harm's way sister.”

“What are you talking about?What are those marks?”Daere inquired while she noticed the red veins on his neck, she reached out to touch to get a better look but his hand smark her away as he growled”Don’t touch me.”

“But you are hurt..give me a moment and I will see if you still have anything left.”Daere inquired as she looked back, Darcy remarked”There is nothing you can do to save me, you need to leave before the rest of the Tevinters come back.”

“I am not leaving you behind, I thought I could handle it back in Denerim but I can’t not now that I know what I left you to endure.”Daere replied as her eyes started to tear up,Darcy scuffed and muttered”Now you refuse to leave..how pathetic sister, were was all those other times when we needed to stay together?”

“It does not matter i am here now, I will fight to protect both of us if I have to.”Daere stated, Darcy inquired”And what makes you think you have it in you dear sister?What makes you think you are strong enough?”

“I stole Fen’Harel Sentinel weapons before i returned.”Daere replied,Darcy blinked in shock while he asked”What were you doing with Fen’Harel? You know he will come after you for what you just did.”

“Brother you know why..you got mad at me because I chose to leave with him.”Daere explained as confusion crossed her face, he studied her face while he replied”I was never with you in Denerim...why are you with Fen’Harel he is the reason…”

“Ain't this a sweet family reunion.”Chase remarked, Daere looked in the doorway to an unfriendly sight. Archers trained their bows at her as Chase moved closer to the two.He continued to talk while he stopped in the doorway”Who knew we had what we needed when you first arrived at our doorstep, Templars it is time to finish what we have started.The age of the elves is done.”

“I am not going to take us without a fight Chase.”Daere threatened,Chase stopped in his tracks with a smirk on his face.He spoke to her gently”I know, why do you think there is so many of these red Templars.Even if you manage to take me out and those just in the doorway, we have already taken the precaution so your not going to be getting out of here without us bring you back.”

“You talk too much.”Daere replied as she swung the song dao, the first arrow caught her off guard as it embedded into her stomach. Her eyes went wide as a gasp could be heard escaping from past her lips,Darcy sat up and raised his hand while the blue flames started to consume some of the Templars.Daere fought back the pain as another arrow embedded itself into her shoulder while she ran out, faintly a purple mist started to dance onto the song dao revealing elven writing upon the blade as she fought the red Templars.She could hear Chase order”Dont kill them, remember we need to bring the siblings back”

“Stop hurting her.”she could hear Darcy shout as she felt more pain in her back, blood sprayed past her lips suddenly.Daere turned her head slowly to see the red assassin as they pulled their blades back, softly she muttered while she watched the other red Templars grip her brother.”Darcy..”

“You should not have fought us, you are fighting against forces beyond your kin Daere.”Chase replied as he walked over to her,Daere growled as she tasted her own blood”I am not going to allow you to get out of here alive, even if I must die myself Chase.”

“And what will you do,From my understanding you cannot use even the simplest spells without hurting yourself.”Chase replied as he got closer,she looked past him as Darcy outstretched his hand.Daere nodded she knew what her brother was planning while she dropped Craven’s song dao, the blades made a soft thump while she outstretched her own.Softly she spoke”We are elven never again shall we summit.”

“Retreat!”Chase shouted to late,a bright flash consumed the area as trees knocking her to the ground.She coughed a couple of times then groaned in pain, slowly she looked up weakly as she spoke”Darcy..it worked...Darcy..”

The Templars laid dead on the ground while Chase struggled to move, Daere reached over and grabbed the closest blade to her before forcing herself to get up. She crawled over to him as he turned back to look at her, fear crossed his eyes while she got up to her feet.

“You got to understand we are after the same thing are we not?” Chase asked in panic,Daere growled as she walked over to his side.Her foot rested on his rib cage then pressed down,with hatred in her eyes she sneered”I did not want the end of the world asshole.”

“Stop it..”Chase begged as she pressed down only to be answered by a sickening crack, slowly she looked back to where her brother laid.Her heart froze as she watched as a armored Sentinel slit his throat, a crie bubble at the base of her throat while she tighten the grip of the handle.She screamed as the Sentinel looked at her ”No!”

“You should not worry your about to join him shortly.”Daere turned her head to see who was talking, her body shook as she stared past the owls helmet while his hand rested close to her heart.

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“I am not dying by your hands either.” Daere growled as she swung Craven song dao at the Evanuris’ hand, he stepped back after she had managed to cut into his palm of his hand giving her enough time to slip into stealth as arrows flew from the forest. Daere ran further away heading towards town as she thought ’Maybe today was not a good day to advance on my own.’

“Find her...kill her that hybrid must not to make it back alive”she could hear his voice order as he grew further away. Daere shortened her stealth use as she got closer to town while she muttered, ”There has to be a healer...I need to...”

Daere stopped as she looked in horror to what was left of Amaranthine, buildings were in ruins as red lyrium clung for their unnatural life.Slowly she walked into the town in disbelief as she thought ’what is happening..

“Dammit, I am losing too much blood,” She muttered as she felt a wave of dizziness start to take hold, she looked down at the arrows then back into the forest to see if they had followed.In a distance she could hear them fastly approaching while she looked forward and walked into the dead city, carefully Daere walked over the rotting corpses as she made her way to the healer hut.The open door greeted her as she made her way inside, more dead bodies laid almost undisturbed as she made her way over to the bandages.She grabbed what she needed then made her way to the door while the settled air started to stir, quietly Daere closed the door.She looked down while her free hand rested on the shaft of the arrow.The pain spread through her body while she yanked the first arrow out, Daere closed her eyes while she muttered ”Don’t think about the pain, just think about getting out of this alive and coming back for revenge.”

“Come on out it or do we need to burn this whole place down.”A male voice shouted,Daere yanked out another arrow from her side while biting her tongue. She thought to herself as she choked ’Darcy I will end him for this I promise.

“I told you not to open the door, you should have escaped up the stairs.”a voice replied softly, Daere turned her head and noticed the rugged blonde man.He walked over to her as he spoke”I can help with your pain, it will be quick.

“If you’re suggesting what i think you’re suggesting what I think you are, don't. I still got some fight in me. “Daere growled while raising the blade to her face, the blonde man stop in his tracks as he repeated “let me help you.”

“Why would you help me?” Daere asked as she eyed the man with weary, she could feel something off about his aura as she lowered the weapon while noticing he held some bandages in his hand.Without a word he started to wrap her arm, Daere stood there in confusion while he finished and muttered”It is not much but it should slow the bleeding, you should try to wrap your sides while you still can.”

“Thank you.”Daere remarked while she lifted her rogue top up while he walked away from as she tightened the bandage along her stomach, once she had the last knot tied the door shattered. Her eyes went wide in fear as the electricity filled the room, slowly her gaze shifted towards the door to see the Evanuris already having his hand outstretched in her direction while he threatened ”Don't think after all these years you have gotten away from us that I will allow you to continue.”

“Why are you so willing to kill me now, is it because what I did toSolas Sentinel?”Daere inquired as she stood, the blonde man moved beside her while unhilting his daggers as the Evanuris spoke, “Fen’Harel can take care of his own affairs, but if that is an open confession to attacking another of our people then you just added to your charges.

“What the fuck other charges do I have?”Daere snapped as she step forward and threw her hand back in angry,he growled at her as the lightning started to makes its presence known at the palm of his hand”Enough!stop stalling, I am trying to make it easier for you unless you want to bleed out.”

“Fuck you, who the hell do you think you are to judge my fate?I demand an answer!”Daere snapped as her blood boiled, she outstretch her hand and summoned the mist the best she could.Her head started to pound as it started to show at the tips of her fingertips, but the blonde man looked at her then slapped her hand down while he muttered” Don’t.. the darkness will spread if you keep using it, if it spreads you will hear the shattered song the same song the has consumed the others.”

“I will trust for now but how are we going to get out of here, he is blocking the door.”Daere inquired as the mist faded, the Evanuris remarked”Wise to listen to reason you stupid child, it is only fair to know who it is that will be leading you to final rest..there is two but as you see my brother is not present so I will introduce only myself. I am the shepherd of your lost damn souls, one of the two who can freely pass with the dead.I am your finally nightly savior that brings death Falon’Din.

“Your fucking with me.” Daere stated as she stared at him in disbelief with his introduction ,he lowered his hand as he spoke”why would I?I take to much blood loss that you are starting to go in shock?”

“No just wondering what the fuck is up with that introduction, what now are you waiting for an audience? A clap maybe?”Daere inquired sharply as the blonde man went into stealth,Falon’Din eyes narrowed through his helmet while he threw the lightning ball close to her head as he muttered”No you dont.”

“Holy..”Daere muttered as her eyes went wide, slowly she looked to the wall behind her and looked at the scorche marks a fire played on the floor as Falon’Din muttered”You rogues are a pain in the ass, i guess i will take care of you before i handle the other one.”

“Ran now.”the blonde man shouted as he stabbed into Falon’Din, a shocked expression crossed his face as he fall backwards giving Daere enough room to leave. She walked over to him and kicked his helmet hard then walked away as she growled ”Try to find me now through your own blood asshole.”

“Lord Falon’Din!” a woman shouted,Daere stopped in her tracks as the blonde man repeat”You cannot stay they want to harm you...run!”

“I don't want to run anymore, if you are afraid then you run.”Daere stated as she looked at him, she turned around as she heard Falon’Din snapped ”Get off of me.

“But sir you’re hurt.” the female Sentinel remarked as he got to his feet, Daere stood there as more Sentinels appear while surrounding the two with the weapons ready.She stared at him as he took off his helmet not surprised he looked just like Dirtheman,slowly he looked back at her while she continued to studied him as he remarked “you should have ran, but you are wise to make it easy.

“What would be the point to? Beside Solas would not allow this without something happening” Daere tried to keep her voice steady, but even she knew her own fear of him was showing while she thought ‘but i just left him, would he turn against his own because of my stupid choice?’

“we have ways to settle our differences, i am certain whatever you admitting on doing he would be grateful your gone.”Falon’Din explained, he handed his helmet to one of his Sentinels while she cried out“It cannot end like this, not after I survive those...those things.. I want to live dammit, can you not see that?

“You can beg all you want but i can see the way you move you don't have much time, I appreciate you taking care of the problem that has been an issue for a while now but your time is over.”Falon’Din remarked, Daere looked around then back at him as she demanded “I want a challenge...I demand a fair challenges, let me fight one of your Sentinels for my life...that should be good enough.”

“shut up all of you.”Falon’Din snapped as a few started to snicker, the one that took his helmet stated “But lord Falon’Din you cannot expect us to fight someone in her shape, look at her the bandages are barely holding on.

“I said shut up, if she wants to challenge then let her despite the injuries...she obviously want to keep some of her pride and dignity, so we will honor that and let her”Falon’Din replied,a male voice asked as another Sentinel stepped up“so you are going to allow it?”

“Of course. “Falon’Din stated, while the blonde man stepped between her and her opponent Daere rested her hand on his arm while she shook her head and muttered “Don't, this is my fight not yours.“

“But he wants to hurt you. “the blonde man muttered,Daere smiled softly as she spoke“It is alright,I usually find a way out of this… mostly because I don't want to drag anyone else into my battles.“

“please let me help you.”the blonde man begged, Daere narrowed her eyes then sighed as she answered“Normally i don't allow strangers to help me but...I think I can trust you.”

“Are you two done talking?”Falon’Din asked, the two looked at him as she stated “Pretty much, I am shocked you were polite enough to wait and here i thought you would brutal rape us with all you got.”

“Bastion is your opponent.” Falon’Din explain as a Sentinel made his way other to them, her eyes rested on his su yari. A light bluish mist dance while writing revealed itself on the blade, Daere looked up as she inquired “Just one?”

“Yes just one, unlike my brother I don't believe you need to be over killed besides judging by your poster your not going to last..not even with that spirits help.” Bastian snapped sharply, Daere turned to the blonde man and asked “Spirit?”

“Yes,” the spirit replied as Bastion started to charge at them, Daere inquired as she tilted her ear up out of confusion “If your a spirit how come you look human?How is that even possible..I know it is possibly just I never saw one before”

“dal’en you better watch your step.”Bastian sneered just as he swung, Daere moved back in a jump barely allowing the the blade to embed itself into the ground.She wasted no time snapping as he let go of the handle then flicked his wrist“could you not have waited until after i got an answer.”

“In a duel no, or have you skipped that lesson?”Bastian asked as the spirit vanished, he pointed the blade at her while she held out Craven song dao.Softly she spoke”No the only thing I was taught was the basics and was told if I ran into trouble was to use tricks to survive… so no I don't know the rules of a real challenge but it should not be any different then having to fight to survive.”

“Wait you don't know how to fight in a duel and you challenge one of us to one,how stupid are you?”Bastian asked, he looked at Falon’Din as he pressed his hand to his face while Daere snapped “Who’re you calling stupid, dipshit?I am not the one attacking blinding like a rabid dog!”

“Let us end this now, just so you know unlike Sebastian I don't care you are a woman.”Bastian remarked, Daere pressed her thumb to her lips as she muttered “So what Cecil said was true, you two don't seem anything alike..your more aggressive an a little quicker to your feet”
“You need to learn not to talk so much, now you will pay for it.”Bastion remarked as he held up his getting ready for another attack, Falon'Din quickly ordered sharply as he looked at Daere.“Bastion hold it.”

“But Lord Falon’Din, you want to end this correct? Then why don't you let me finish?”Bastion inquired as he lowered his weapon,Falon’Din slowly walked over to them quickly while he demanded “How do you know Cecil?”

“If you knew of my exists from June and Solas why does it matter?”Daere inquired as he stopped right in front of her, he wasted no time demanding again“Answer my question,or was I not clear how do you know Cecil?”

“He was a friend of the family that is why i know him, he told me about the twins you kept along with Dirtheman in order to have any upper hand from the others… what are you planning that the two of you want elves like myself and Bastion.” Daere explained she stepped back not wanting to give him any chances from grabbing her, Falon’Din moved a step forward as he ordered sharply, “Bastian step back, i think i need to finish what i started.”

“why after are you so threatened by me?If supposedly my blood is so valued by both of you, why are you so eager to kill me now? “Daere inquired angrily,Falon’Din quickly lunged out and grabbed her by the front of her armor as he growled “Starters your mark by one of the forgotten one, secondly that mouth of yours has not done yourself any favors.. do you even listen to yourself when you talk? “

“Sometimes but that is not answer, if Solas was so willing to hold back when we met what is your excuse. “demanded Daere while she looked him square in the eyes,he studied her face while he remarked“now your stalling”

“Why would I stale?You already took the means of help I had and as you can tell the bandages are not holding...the least you could do is tell me.”Daere remarked softly, part of her hoped to hear Solas voice but nothing came as Falon’Din explained“If you must know, we plan to use them against those that have been taking our servants...but we still need to find who is behind it all.”

“there are bigger problems here in Thedas and all you are worry about is that?” Daere growled not believing her ears,she listened as Falon’Din continued “Why do you think we have been working tirelessly trying to clean up the Tevinters mess, but as of recent Elgar’nan has been telling us to pull back.”

“Could that be enough to just let me go..chances are i will succumb to my wounds..”Daere muttered as she pulled back trying to get out of his grasp, she felt the first surge of electricity start to run though her body while his eyes started to shine.Falon’Din chuckled then replied “Not a chance da’len, even if you might not been corrupted like your brother. You still are just one loose end we cannot afford to allow to slip again.”

“Have it your way then.” Daere muttered as she ran Craven song dao through Falon’Din’s chest plate, he dropped her to the ground quickly while his eyes went wide as she got to her knees. Before she could move Falon’Din kicked her hard in the ribs knocking her back to the ground, black dots danced in front of her as she grasped. She muttered softly, ”You will pay Falon’Din, even if I die, you will pay.”

“Shut up.” Falon’Din growled as he stomped his foot on her stomach,Daere grabbed his leg desperately trying to to stop him while he growled”Die already, what part of your nothing but a piece of trash no one is going to miss.”

“i don't want to die..please stop”Daere begged, blood spilled out from her lips as she felt her own rig cage start to crack.Falon’Din pressed harder allowing the claws on his armor to tear her rogue outfit, softly he growled “na melana sahlin.”

“Falon’Din stop!”she could hear Dirtheman shout out as he stepped down harder, he stopped and looked up as he shouted with anger“What now brother can you not see I am busy taking care of the last of the filth!”

‘just once more while I have the strength in me.’Daere thought as she stared up at the clouded sky,Falon’Din moved his foot away.Her breath felt shortened as her hand rested upon the hard ground, she gripped a handful of rocks as Dirtheman remarked”She can still be of use to us, even if the other one is gone..we might someone to spy on the…”

“ Bitch!”Falon’Din snapped as she threw the rocks at his neck, they bounced off his armor as he outstretched his hand downward,pain shot through her body as lightning stroke her body.Daere’s eyes and mouth went wide while she faintly thought.‘Solas this is not what i wanted...I wish...I wish I stayed..but I just could not..it just did not feel right to leave Darcy behind...please..please don't be mad at me…thank you..even if it was short...thank you for everything .’

“Daere..”Daere could hear her brothers voice as the ground shifted,the red lyrium veins vanished as the grass returned.The burned buildings soon vanished only to be reclaimed by the wild forest, faintly she thought as her body numbed ‘Darcy..’

“Daere wake up we need to head back to the camp.”Darcy stated,Daere blinked a couple of times trying to register what had happened then looked at her brother as he held out his hand to her.Concern rested upon his face as he asked”Where you daydreaming again?Remember we cannot draw attention to ourselves.”

“Your alright.”Daere muttered as she hugged him, a soft smile rested on her face while he stated”Must I dare know what you were daydreaming about to make you so happy to see me, Daere?”

“Does it matter?”Daere inquired while she let him go,Darcy looked at her oddly then behind her.Softly he spoke”We need to go now or they will suspect something.”

“Why?”Daere inquired, slowly she got to her feet then followed his gaze, there stood a massive black wolf just at the edge of the forest clearing.

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“What are they doing here...I thought they wanted nothing to do with the dalish.”Daere inquired not hiding her concern while they watched Fen’Harel talked to the keeper, a Sentinel stood close by his side looking around then paused his gaze at them causing Darcy growled softly not hiding his uneasiness while they slowly made their way past them”I don't know but this can't be good if Mythal guard dog is here.”

“Should we abandon them and find another way through?”Daere inquired softly,Darcy muttered”No just keep your head down and keep walking.”

‘I hope you are right.’ Daere thought, the men stopped talking as they started to pass.The keeper smiled warmly as he remarked”aye here they are, Fen’Harel these were the two children we were waiting for.”

“Ir abelas for the wait keeper ..I did warn you my sister tends to wander off on her own, we are ready to leave when you are.”Darcy replied as the two stopped,Daere studied the Sentinels armor as she moved closer to her brother.Slowly she turned her head towards the camp to keep from making eye contact as she thought’ why is his eyes so cold?’

“Please do. The roads around here are not safe.“ The Sentinel remarked sharply causing her to look back at them, she swallowed once she notice Fen'Harel was looking at her while Darcy stated”Of course..can you please excuse us we do need to gather our things.”

“Hurry please the others are almost done.”The keeper replied,Darcy wasted no time walking away with Daere close behind him still feeling their eyes following them. A chill ran through her spine while she thought ’I wonder if that is what they mean by a piercing gaze he is famous for it right?I mean right before he..’

“Alright so talk.”Darcy stating breaking into her thoughts as they walked further away, Daere looked at him with confusion while she asked with uncertainty in her tone“What?”

“Normal you cringe when it involves touching anyone, what was the hug about?”Darcy asked with annoyance ,they past a few dalishes while they pack heading towards the edge of their camp.Daere softly explained as she kept her eyes to the ground “i felt something bad had happened… just glad to see i was wrong.“

“nothing going to happen to me i promise, then one should be worried is me after all things have not been the same for you since then. Have you been suffering for anymore nosebleeds?” Darcy inquired as he looked at her,Daere shook her head no as she replied ”No not since I stopped trying to use the magick, what are we going to do for money?I know Cecil was usually the one helping us but...is he still alive?”

“I don't know, but we will figure things out..I think i found someone who can help you with your blackout though, just i want us to go with them when we are both ready” Darcy explained,Daere stopped in her tracks as she asked ”You keep saying that but you never told me what you had planned.”

“It is better you don't know as of right now.”Darcy remarked, he looked at her as she snapped”Why wont you tell me?Is it the same reason why you wont allow me to practice with the dalish?”

“The only thing you need to know is what Cecil had taught you,you don't need to learn what they are being taught unless you are planning to get mixed in with the shemlens war.”Darcy replied, he tried to keep his cool while she remark”I am not...just it might save me in the long run, I cannot always depend going to you!”

“Shut up, do you really want to end up like our parents?They had the skills but where are they now huh!?!As long as we continue to stay low we can at least survive.”Darcy stated,Daere shook her head while she muttered”I am tired of being a disappointment.”

“Look I am sorry..none of this is your fault it is those damn people who brought this upon us, and even to this day i don't understand is why our father waited so long to rescue us.”He muttered as he walked over to her,Darcy rested his small hand under his sister’s chin and gently forced her to look at him while she inquired softly”Are you certain things will be alright?What if your wrong?”

“I am not, even if you have trouble I still got the power of the fade between my fingertips once we are settled in Amaranthine I will get fathers journals moved with the spirits help i know he has something to keep both the Templars from finding us and those false gods.If worst come to worse we still have that blade”Darcy tried to reassure her.

Daere admit ”I want to trust that everything is going to be alright but i feel we need to do more than just run brother..things won't be alright.”

“Excuse me you two.”a male voice slightly demanded, the pair stopped and looked at who spoke to find the Sentinel standing there close to one of the tents,Darcy slowly let go of Daere chin as the fear started to return.Her body shook slightly as Darcy asked coldly“Can we help you?”

“you need to come with me i promise this won't take long.”the Sentinel remarked ignoring Darcy coldness while Daere looked at Darcy, she could see him trying to act bold but his eyes told her a different story while he answered“of course.”

“ follow me please.”The Sentinel replied as he turned away, the two looked at each other before following him back into what was left camp.Some of the dalish watched out curiosity while they made their way to the keepers aravel, Darcy clenched teeth as one dalish child muttered” Momma why does Fen'Harel want to see them.”

“Hush it is not our business.”the mother could be heard scolding, Darcy murmured sharply “whatever you do let me do the talking.”

“but…”Daere tried to protest but Darcy muttered while giving her a threatening look“not to be mean but you make things worse so just don't say anything understand?The last thing he needs to know we is why we are running.”

“dont run off.”the Sentinel stated without looking back while he disappeared inside,the two waited just outside the tents flap as they listened to the men talk some more.Darcy turned to her while he stated”if things get bad get out of here.”

“Come on in you two.”they could hear the keeper say, the Sentinel held the tent flap open as Darcy lead the way inside.He stopped in the middle of the area as Daere bumped into him,sharply he turned to looked as her while she mouthed “ma serannas.”

“Fen'Harel wants to grate the both of you safe passage.”the keeper replied as Darcy turned to him, Darcy wasted no time stated”That is why we are with you is it not?”

“the keeper should have been more clearer on his words, there is a place away from the shemlens you to might be happier in.There are others like yourself and more, you wont have to worry about anyone harming you...”Fen'Harel explained as he started to walk over to him, Darcy no time snapping”No.”

“you two would be better off going with him then to travel alone like this.”the keeper stated, his eyes went wide to the sudden rudeness from Darcy,Fen'Harel stopped in his tracks just a few feet from them while he shifted his gaze to her.He asked softly as he outstretched his hand “What about you?”

“I…I.. I” Daere felt her heart pound in her ears as she backed up, the stories crept up in the back of her thoughts as she thoughts 'That helmet.. he is the one from my dreams.. is he going to harm me as well.’

“Fen’harel asked you a question.”the Sentinel replied calmly close behind her breaking into her thoughts,Daere turned sharply and fall back once she realized how close he was. Fen’Harel touched her shoulder gently causing Daere eyes to go wide, her heart froze as she thought ’Oh no…’

“Take it easy.”She could hear him say as she turned to look at him,Darcy growled then sneered while he grabbed his arm”Daere as soon as i free you head for the forest, we will regroup once we.. ”

“Get your hand off of Fen’harel.”the Sentinel snapped as he grabbed Darcy by the waist and pulled him back,Fen'Harel moved his hand and looked at the keeper with shock expression.He spoke gently while he took a couple of steps back“Felassan, it is alright..it was my mistake no harm needs to come to the boy.”

“get your filthy hands off me freak. “Darcy snapped as he yanked away from Felassan grasp, he walked over to Daere then stood between her and the three while he held up his palm. Blue flames danced while he growled”I told you once we get to Amaranthine or the town closest we will leave you and the other dalish alone we just want help through the pass.”

“Very well, but if you change your mind look for Mythal or my temple.”Fen'Harel remarked, no one noticed the shadowy hands rising from the ground behind Daere as the keeper remarked ”Please reconsider these actions.”

‘Why is things starting to fade..’Daere thought, she notice the others were starting to get disoriented as a small pain crept across her body.She looked at her arms while she felt something dragging her down,Daere’s eyes went wide as a painful reality set in while she thought ’No..no..no..don't..please let me say goodbye.. ’

“No..”Daere could hear her words mutter, she could a woman state”I think you almost got her completely out Falon’Din, even in the state your in.”

“We would not have to be doing this if he had just waited for me.”Dirtheman growled,Daere slowly opened her eyes and turned her head on the hard alter.She noticed the greenish blue flames flicker on the wick of the black candles as they started to die down,Dirtheman spoke gently as he shifted his weight in the doorway“here i was starting to wonder if it was to late or if we would end up with a demon”

“i am going to pay you back for this Falon'Din. “Daere threatened as she closed her eyes again while she rested the back of her head on the altar. She sensed someone healing her as Falon’Din snapped”“instead of threatening me you should be thanking me,I could have declined my brother on bring you back you should know.”

“Sylaise is there any other problems we need to be concerned about? ”Dirtheman asked as he finally walked over to them causing Daere to look around the room more,she noticed Falon’Din hand wrapped where she had cut him as Sylaise explained “Other then a few days rest and some bruising on her stomach i think she should be good.“

“Go ahead and stop then, i don't want her completely healed least she tries to attack Falon'Din again. “Dirtheman replied, Sylaise eyes slowly returned to normal as she got up from the chair while asking“Of course Dirtheman but don't you guys have enough of these people working underneath you?”

“There is still much i want to learn from them,and it is rare really to find one that can't seem to hold to their own abilities without harming themselves in the process.”Dirtheman explained,Daere softly muttered”bullshit.”

“I still think this is a waste of time,” Falon’Din growled as he glared at Daere,Daere growled back as she felt her fingers twitch“get a little closer and i will show you how much of a waste of time i can be you, fucking cunt”

“Do you need a reminder who you are dealing with?This time i wont bring your ass back from the dead.”Falon’Din snapped as his eyes started to shine.

Dirtheman groaned while he turned to Sylaise while requesting“Sylaise please get him out of the room.”

“I need to finish anyways, so Falon’Din come back to my place so you can get your wounded as well after i am done.” Sylaise stated as she walked out of the room,Falon’Din looked at Daere then left the two as Dirtheman watched. Slowly he looked back at her and made his way over to the empty sit and sat next to her while he spoke“You know how to mess things up big time don't you.”

“Why Dirthamen.”Daere inquired while she slowly sat up,a sudden wave of dizziness quickly took hold of her while he spoke“Because i think unlike Anthony, you and I can come to some understanding. Now here is how it is going to be, you have three choices.One you can go back to Fen’Harel but I will expect you to be back here…”

“Why would I come back here to you?”Daere inquired sharply as she looked at him, Dirtheman threatened “It is not polite to interrupt, if you do so again I will consider cutting out your tongue keep that in mind.To answer your question we both know your going to find your way back into some trouble but at least I can help you,the second opinion if you don't want to have to keep looking over your back I can offer you a room with the other female Sentinels here,your last option you have is taking shelter in the abandoned temples down in Thedas risking succumbing to starvation or illness...mostly you stupidity which won't take you long, now you can speak”

“You would let me go just like that?”Daere could not hide the shock in her tone,Dirtheman explained “Even if your life needless to say belongs to me,Fen’Harel seemed to have grown an attachment to you despite June trying to jump the gun and call claims to something he does not understand.”

”Why would you let me go if I know what you two are planning?”Daere inquired, Dirtheman moved forward and touched her cheek gently.Slowly he trailed his fingers back to touch the ends of her hair,an uneasy chill passed through her while his tone grown cold“Because i know since you attack Falon’Din no one would believe you, I have already knew who has been sneaking the slaves out this whole time just been trying to figure out getting the proof i needed to use them in a military fashion is a different story.”

“I really really don't want to hear anymore plots that will get me killed again...so tell you what, i go and play like i heard nothing while you guys leave me the fuck alone.”Daere remarked while her hand smacked his away, their eyes met as he started to smirked.Softly he replied as he moved back“It is not that simple.”

“Yes..yes it is very much that simple.” Daere stated as they stared at each other while tension grew,Nimue broke the silence while she announced“Fen’Harel is here as you predicted, he is downstairs.”

“Go ahead and bring them up here, I want to see if she can reverse what she did.”Dirtheman ordered,Daere started to breath easier before she answered, “I..I..I can’t...”

“Somehow I am not surprised, please explain to me why.”Dirtheman muttered, Daere answered as he looked back at her “Putting that curse on him was simple but reversing it would require...physical...i really really don't want to do that with him...”

“I see, alright just send them up here i will see what I can do.”Dirtheman ordered not hiding his annoyance ,Nimue bowed then left them as she spoke “Dirtheman…”

“yes.”Dirtheman asked sharply,her eyes hardened while she admitted“You do know if you teach me i will go after him.”

“It is to be expected, but right now we should not be worried about a petty feud.” Dirtheman explain, he slowly added ”You saw what is happening down there and i don't need to remind you that is the other reason why we have not acted on our ambition, you have spent time with the shenlem that is the reason i have been trying to convince Fen'Harel to hand you over to me. Once you are better suited for the task i have in mind you will be helping us whether you like it or not.”

“I don't have time to drag him here, I need to find her before something bad happens.”they could hear Solas protesting outside the door, Taliesin could be heard snapping“Fen’harel she clearly wants nothing to do with us if she is willing to go this drastic covering her tracks, but what we need to do is get Craven weapons back.”

“There has to be a reason.”Solas pressed, their voices was louder as Dirtheman got up from his sit.He made his way out of the room while Taliesin replied “what can i do to convince you just maybe this time your wrong.”

“afternoon.”Dirtheman remarked calmly,she could hear Solas ask once they stopped at the door“Glad we are able to find you, what happened to cause both Falon’Din and Sylaise to come pay a visit?

“Come see for yourself” Dirtheman replied as he stepped back,Daere lowered her gaze as they looked into the room.Craven wasted no time asking while the guilt returned “Who is she?Is she one of the others servants”

“I will leave you two to sort this out.”Dirtheman replied as he grabbed Craven by his arm,Craven protest while they walked down the hall “But i am fine..”

“Taliesin, go back. Someone needs to be near the eluvian anyways.” Solas replied,Taliesin let out a frustrating growl while she brushed back her long black hair as she let.

Daere looked up as Solas walked over to her, she crossed her arms over her chest as she stood up and spoke, “You’re clearly mad but you got to believe me when i say this was all in good intentions.”

“ not as mad as Taliesin is at the moment, i understand you needing to take care of things but cursing Craven?was that necessary?”Solas asked as he touched her arms, he looked around the room then back at her then added not hiding his concern”Things did not end well if your in here...in fact the candle wax is still wet.”

“I have nothing to go back to”Daere nearly choked on her words,Solas brought her close to him.She struggled to keep herself from crying while he inquired gently”Take it easy, tell me what happened.”

“The Tevinters fought us… after that Falon’Din decided he needed to finish the job himself, i know this is going to sound insane but i need to go back...there is something I want to find.”Daere answered, Solas muttered while he rested his head on top of her head“Alright but wait for me please you need me to be there with you when you return.”

“Why are you ok with this?”Daere inquired, she pulled him back and looked him in the eyes trying to find a hint of deception.Solas looked back at her while he answered “I have done worse, but this does not mean to keep this actions.. especially if it involves memory loss or any harm to my friends.”

“Friends? Why do you see your Sentinels as your friends?” remarked as Daere tried to under why an Evanuris saw his Sentinel more than a servant, he muttered as he let her go“You still have a lot to learn, Dirtheman is going to be awhile with Craven but that does not mean we are to stay here...just promise me you won't do this again.“

“I don't deserve this...how could you want me back there..I mean you Sentinel... ”Daere muttered as a wave of dizziness started to take hold of her once more,she closed her eyes as he tightened his grip while he murmured”Take it easy.”

“A little bit of elfroot with arbor blessing mixed should help.” Nimue soft voice spoke from the doorway, she walked over to them with a cup at hand.

Solas took it from her and replied”Thank you, Nimue.”

“Lord Dirtheman is consider her drinking it at least twice a day before he starts moving her to the stuff he has been giving the others.”Nimue continued as Solas handed the cup to Daere, Daere replied weakly”I did not agree with anything he said.”

“Then would you like me to tell Lord Dirtheman that you would allow what is running in your veins to continue to go uncheck, if that is the case then we might as well put you back down before you bring down the elven empire.” Nimue snapped,Solas cleared his throat then stated”Whatever help Dirtheman has to offer we will take it, there is no need for telling him that Nimue”

“Of course Lord Fen’Harel but you need to know how dire this has became.”Nimue explained, Daere thought as she took a sip ’It is only ‘dire’ because you guys are planning to lench the only people trying to help others that are suffering, i wonder if I can find them and warn them what is going on under their noses.’

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Do you even think you should be moving this much?”Daere could hear Taliesin voice down the hall as she cracked her eyes, the water rippled a little while she listened in while Craven spoke “does it matter we still got a job to do, where is Daere so i can talk to her about personal space.”

“bathing and have not heard a word from her since Fen'Harel left this morning, i don't think we have to worry about anything else after what Falon'Din did to her .”Taliesin explain, Craven asked not hiding his concern“What happened? “

“I overheard Fen'Harel talking to Dirtheman after he brought her back, apparently there was a small conflict between the two and Falon'Din lost his temper. Daere manage to get a couple of good slashes but it was not enough to do any real damage to him,if Dirtheman was not there chances are we would be looking for two bodies instead of one. “Taliesin explained, Daere could tell the voices were getting closer as Craven asked “What do you mean two bodies.. did she find him?”

“To late i am afraid, throat was slit ear to ear or so i heard from them… Falon’Din claimed the brother was to far gone and she was starting to show small signs, or that was his defense was,” Taliesin answered.

Daere sighed as she slowly stood in the water and made her way out of the stone tub.Water dripped from her body as she made her way towards her torn armor,it did not take long before she heard Craven remarked with disgust“sadly i don't believe that, Falon'Din has always been known to do things rash just so he could have another body to study.”

“Best Daere not hear you say that, ir abelas falon. Tell Felassan i will help him in about just want to drop these off. “Taliesin replied.

Daere paused as she thought, ‘Felassan? Why does that name sound familiar…?’

“Taliesin try to ease off for awhile on Daere, she did just lose everything she had down there at least we were lucky enough to have each other when we escape.” Craven remarked as his footsteps faded.

Daere bent over to pick up the towel close to her torn armor. Carefully she dried herself off while her mind drifted”Would any of them still be alive if I did not freak that day?Would he even had listen to me if I said yes back then?”

“Fen’Harel, you did not have to rush back.” Taliesin voice did not hide her shock, Solas spoke gently while Daere tied the towel around her sore body.”I know but both of you don't have a good track history.”

“We would have been fine it is not like i don't understand how painful it is to lose someone, or understand what type of shock she might be in for something she brought upon herself.Taliesin nearly snapped,Daere creaked the door as they reached the room. She lowered her eyes to the ground while she muttered”Give me a bit and I will be out.”

“Your not planning on putting that rugged thing back on are you?”Taliesin replied,Daere stepped away from the doorway allowing them to entered.She walked away from them while Solas inquired”Are you still in pain?”

“Having my ribs smashed in after having to fight against those things, I am just peachy.” Daere muttered as she stopped, slowly she turned to look at him while her tone changed as she stated, “You really did not have to rush back, I would have just stayed out of your Sentinels sight once I got down.”

“if your going to be here with us you cannot expect to stay here.”Taliesin growled as she stood by Solas side,Daere eyes fall on the clothes resting in her arms while Solas slightly ordered”I need to see how bad it is, I know Sylaise did some of the weak but i know there was some restraint.”

“You want me to strip right in front of your Sentinel or does she need to leave. “ Daere replied as she studied her.

Taliesin rolled her eyes and muttered “Please who do you think treated your wounds the first time, Fen’Harel could not get himself to touch you for fear you would have woken up and accused him of gropping.“

“I did not realize, I should have question more when he kept avoiding his gaze...thank you.” Daere replied.

Taliesin softened her gaze a little as she muttered, ”You’re welcome. Just don't get use to it.” Then to Fen’Harel she added, “Where would you like me to put these?”

“What is wrong with what I have?” Daere inquired as she let the towel to drop to the ground,Solas studied the bruises on her body while Taliesin remarked not hiding her shock”Your kidding right? Fen’Harel did you not tell her anything when you two got back last night?”

“I had not had time to,vhenan it is better for you to wear these clothes where we are going and not that armor you have been wearing since you first got here.”Solas explained as he walked over to her,his hand gently rested on her on her waist while his eyes shined lightly.Daere turned her head and thought as she felt the familiar warmth of the mages power.’I can’t keep depending on others power like this.’

“Your going to love being with the rest of our people, vhenan. Especially the city of Arlathan.” Solas could not hide his enthusiasmethosem as he spoke, it faded as he noticed the the solemn look hiding in her eyes. Quickly he stated, ”We don't have to go through if you are not feeling up to it.”

“No it sounds fine, just i wonder if things would have play out differently that day you came to help the dalish.”Daere slightly blurted,Solas stopped as the room grew slightly. Taliesin remarked”I think Dirtheman may have held her in a false memory.”

“No if she is talking about that day then I should have done something sooner to stop you, both of you left after the keeper told you to leave before they moved.”Solas explain calmly,Taliesin replied as she held out the clothes”if that is the case you know Mythal would have had an issue with her bring up here.”

“Doesn't she already?”Daere inquired, she looked at the clothes before taking them from her.The silk felt odd touching her bare arms causing her to scrunch her nose ,Taliesin saw her discomfort while she explain”Mythal is abit concern Fen’Harel has you here true, but there is a none spoken rule that anyone we…wait what is wrong with what I gave you”

“it is silk.”Daere replied dryly,Solas sighed as Taliesin snapped”Of course it is silk, what is it you think we wear down here?”

“Do all the elves wear this? “Daere inquired,Taliesin remarked”No just those with certain importance…”

“Solas please don't make me wear this, title or not the colors alone on this thing would draw attention to me.. “Daere replied sharply as she cut Taliesin off,Solas pressed his finger gently onto her lips stopping her.Softly he spoke”you will be fine, we don’t have what you are use to so please just for this evening”

“if it won't cause you any more trouble, then i guess i just need to comply.”Daere muttered as he stepped back, he turned to leave the two causing her to ask in shock”Where..where are you going now?”

“i will be back,Dirthamen did say you needed that mix so I can get it ready..Taliesin.”Solas stopped in his tracks as he looked at her,Taliesin quickly muttered”There is nothing you need to worry about falon, we will be in the kitchen as soon as she is dressed.”

“No not the kitchen go ahead and head to the studies, i want to leave as soon as she finishes.”Solas replied,Daere tilted her ear up as she asked”What is so important that you want me to go?”

“Here change now, my arms are getting tired from holding these.”Taliesin sneered as Solas left them,Daere looked at Taliesin while clenching her teeth together as she closed her eyes. Slowly she looked at her then asked “Are they always that aggressive like that...the twins i mean?”

“honestly i am trying to figure out if you got lucky to have one kill you will the other manages to trap you spirit in a memory or you royally pissed them off to have their attention now focused on you.I thought the only reason Dirtheman wanted you was because of Anthony, but Falon'Din going to this extent actually using that spell after it was made clear to them by Elgar’nan purge out all the tainted..what makes you so special for Dirtheman to take so much of an interest?” Taliesin inquired as her green eyes harden again, she sighed as she softened her tone”I bet you would not be able to answer, even so here is a lesson since you will be with us. Falon’Din, Andruil, and Elgar’nan are three you don't want to see you without Fen'Harel present...if they do then you're screwed .

Ghilan'nain and Sylaise the only thing you will have to worry about them doing is making fun of your fashion unless you manage to piss them off,June does not care much as long as he finds he ways to find his kicks.Mythal pretty much lives up to what people say about her and Fen’Harel ...there is just days even you will have to question if he is himself after spending time in the fade.” Taliesin explained.

Daere head poked through the shirt as she asked out of curiosity“What do you mean by that?”

“I have a feeling you will find out for yourself soon enough.”Taliesin remarked, there was a slight silence between the two before Daere asked“What about Dirtheman?”

A“He is still a mystery to me even after all these centuries ,Fen’Harel does not seem to have an issue with him but there is days I wonder if he should put so much trust in him with everything he is doing for Mythal. “Taliesin explain, Daere muttered “That is not much of an answer, but thank you for letting me know...and for these.”

“I want you to know i still don't trust you and wished Falon’Din did finish the job...but i would hate to see Fen'Harel in pain.”Taliesin stated,Daere nodded her head as she finished getting dressed. Without realizing it Daere asked softly ”You still have feelings for him, don’t you? I mean, that is the reason why you took pleasure stabbing me in his temple, is it not?”

“I didn’t say that.”Taliesin snapped,Daere looked her in her eyes as she replied”You don't need to, that is the only reason you would feel threatened by me despite i haven't done any harm to anyone.”

“You curse my friend, if that is not causing harm to people who are trying to help you or EVEN like you then please explain to me what is.”Taliesin growled,Daere started to walk then stopped as she muttered”I was wrong, part of me wanted to stay but i could not be comfortable here while not knowing what was going on.Now i got more questions, who was it that we ran into in Denerim.”

‘What is Cecil up to with the twins, how can i stop more bad things from happening to those i care about..’Daere thought as she left Taliesin standing there, she could hear the door lock behind her as she made her way down the hall.It did not take long as she reached the stairs did she hear Taliesin calling out”You were suppose to wait.”

‘I don't need an angry bitch to be my guide, even when I am not going anywhere.’ Daere thought while her bare feet touched the first flight of steps.She ran down the halls as Taliesin barely got to the top floor, Solas stepped out of the room to see what the commotion was causing Daere to run right into him.He nearly dropped the cup that lingered in his hands,She blinked of times while he stated”Taliesin, i thought i asked for no problems.”

“She did not do anything, just figure you were in a rush so i ran.”Daere remarked,Taliesin slowly closed her mouth as Solas spoke.”we are not in that much of a rush, but i do appreciate your coming in such a hurry.”

“I will be here in case Mythal needs anything.”Taliesin muttered, Daere took the cup from his hands and drank the mix.She tried her best not to gag by the faint new smell that started to rise from with in the liquid, her body felt like it could not as she retched.As he took the empty cup from her, Solas muttered”It will take some time to get adjust to it but Dirtheman thinks it would be better to slowly mix things in..you look lovely if i had seen you just on the crossroads i would not have had a second thought about you.”

‘Did he just insult me… why should it matter what i wear?’ Daere thought as he started to guide her towards the active eluvian,she turned to see if Taliesin was going to stop them only to watch her disappear into her room that was station across the hall from his.They stopped in front while she looked forward, the reflection was nothing she had ever seen.Daere begin to wonder ’why are there so many books?’

“Step through, you don't have to worry about something jumping out to attack you I promise.” Solas remarked,Daere looked at him as she replied” i don't see you so willing to throw me to the spiders this quickly after what Dirtheman did, but then I still don’t know much about you.”

“Hopefully we can change that, vhenan.” Solas muttered, he leaned in to kiss her.Daere allowed his lips to brush against hers as the slight desire to be touch started to stir, he pulled back slowly while they kept their eyes closed.He muttered as they slowly looked at each other”We should go or we won't be going at all.”

“not going sounds like the bes option but i know how much this means to you.”Daere murmured, she looked back at the eluvian with hesitate.She reached out and touched the smooth glass causing the images to ripple as she slowly walked forward,her eyes went wide in disbelief at the rows of books just in front of her. Solas walked up behind then planted a kiss on her neck while he muttered ”Welcome to the Vir Dirth…”

“Oh Lord Fen’Harel maybe you can help Lord June straighten this out.” a woman voice inquired, she cut off Solas while he stiffened his body.Carefully he inquired while he looked at the young servant.”Can this not wait,certainly Dirtheman or another is present.”

“Forgive me Lord Fen’Harel but Lord Dirtheman made it clear he does not want to be bothered by none sense and suggested you were more likely to be willing to help, since the attacks are becoming more frequent Lord June needs some suggestions for the temples walls.”

“i wont be long.”Solas remarked as he looked at Daere then followed the servant, she stood there with discomfort and looked around.The place was almost empty but for a few spirit that drifted past,Daere held onto her elbows while she started to walk down the rows of bookshelves.
With a sigh she stopped and started to look at the cover of the old books, some of the titles she was familiar with but it did not take long before there plenty she did not recognize.Daere moved her lips as her fingertips brush against the fading golden writing in front of her while she wondered’ why is there books in qunlat and Tevinter here?’

“ still have not learn from wandering off on your own now have you.”Dirtheman stated right behind her as he reach his hand past her own,Daere eyes went wide while she thought’ Why did i not hear him approach...it is just like when Falon'Din attack i did not see or feel their presence.’

“I am not a child so i don't need him watching over me or you in the matter.”Daere muttered, she tried to keep herself calm while his hand touched over the book leathering her own hand was once rested.Dirtheman muttered”that would be true if you were not so cocky.”

“What do you want?”Daere growled as she turned around sharply,Dirtheman grabbed a book quickly from beside her while he replied”You were just in my way da’len, make certain it does not happen again.”

“I can be where I feel i need to be Dirthamen.”Daere stated, he smirked then shook his head while he muttered”and that will be the reasoning why you will have problems up here, just for future reference you will address myself and the others with our respectable titles.”

‘I am really starting to hate this place and see why we avoided it as long as we have.’Daere thought as she watched him walk away, with a slight annoyance she grabbed a book without looking back then headed to the closet empty table.Quietly she sat down as two Sentinels came walking through,Daere opened the book expecting them to move on but froze while she heard one muttered”It seems one of the new ones is lost, shall we see if we can’t help her on her way back.”

‘Why could they not just keep walking.’Daere thought, she listen as the armor cluttering got closer.One rested his hand on her shoulder while his companion sat in the chair next to her, softly she spoke”Please refrain from touching me.”

“you should know the rules by now, tell us who you belong to and we will see to it you get there safely.” the one behind her replied, the other rested his hand on her leg as he stated”We should not be in that much of a rush to return her, besides I don't think June would care if we took some time…”

“what part of don’t touch me do you not understand you Sentinel shit.”Daere snapped as she put the book down and glared at him, he blinked then narrowed his gaze while he muttered”Sounds to me you need some manners beaten into you.”

“Gearoid don’t you remember what Lord June said,you cannot afford another warning.”the one behind her remarked with alarm.Gearoid sneered”Then go back to him if you want, no one ranked under me is going to talk to me in such a manner.”

“Fine but if you get into trouble don’t say i did not warn you,” his companion muttered,she could hear him walk away as Daere started to stand.Roughly without warning Gearoid grabbed her wrist, he demanded her as he tightened his grip”Where do you think your going,I don't care how new you are to this place but you will learn respect me.”

“You’re kidding me right.”Daere busted out laughing as she yanked her wrist free, his glared at her while she muttered as her eyes rested on a small blade to his side ”You know i might not do so we in a fair fight but I think i can handle just one cocky-ass, Sentinel bastard.”

“you must have been dropped on your head after you were born to think you can take me on, I am one of Lord June best fighters…”Gearoid started to rant as he stood,Daere took the opening while she reached for the handle.She freed the blade from his side then embedded right on his exposed hand,Geariod stopped talking instantly as he looked at the table.The blood creeped across slowly on the table as Daere picked up the book.Slowly she started to walk away as he shouted “You crazy bitch..you just fucking stabbed me.”

“I told you not to touch me, besides keep your voice down this is a library after all.”Daere remarked as she stopped to look at him, Gearoid work tirelessly to free his hand while Solas and a few others came within their sights.She innocently brought the book close to her while June stood by Solas side while inquiring”what is going on.”

”That bitch right there.”Gearoid growled as he pulled the knife out of the table,he held his hand as the blood dripped into the stone floor and growled as he marched over towards her, Solas sighed before he turned to June while he ordered”Gearoid if you were not so bent on provoking maybe you would not have someone give you that hole in your hand, go back hopefully Sylaise is already home.”

“But...but..what about her? All i did was offer to return her to her master”Gearoid protested as he stopped by Daere,Solas spoke up quickly”She does not belong to anyone so go, I will talk to her if June needs me to.”

“Don't think your getting away with this, so wipe that smirk off your face.”Gearoid threatened, June quickly snapped”That is enough out of you.”

“Ir abelas June, Daere is still trying to adjust.”Solas replied as they watched Gearoid leave,June turned to him and remarked”Why apologize it is about time someone did something to him, besides he will soon forget about her once i get done with him. ..you said her name was Daere? Nice to finally see the one that been causing so much problems in our meetings, but don't you think you could have picked someone better?Ii mean look at her skin her brother was a lighter color then her.”

“Ouch.”Daere muttered,June continue as he looked her over”in fact i got to know Fen’Harel are you trying to keep yourself reminded of the veneration you killed for us back then?If I had seen her while talking to June I would have just gave her up without a fuss, good thing by the looks of it i had to stop”

‘veneration...you...was that why I was so afraid when we saw you...’Daere thought as she looked at Solas,he clenched his teeth together while remarked sharply”June no need to bother her with that after all she did just lose her brother.”

“Your right, my apologizes now if you excuse me I have a Sentinel that needs some discipline.”June state with a nod,Daere stared at Solas as June left them.Their gaze met as she whispered slowly”Your were the one responsible?”

“I can explain..just please not here.”Solas remarked while he tried to reach out to her, Daere pulled back away from him a little. Her thoughts drifted back to the fragmented memory as she thought she thought.’Is this some sick joke for the ancient powers?Is my family line destined to die by them..’

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The air felt still as Daere looked at him, Solas made no moves toward her as he continued to confess”If i had known they were going to do that to her, i would not have sent her down there to begin with while we handled the forbidden ones.I regretted each day how i had handle things, even when she admitted she had a family of her own. Anthony had every right to be mad at me afterwards and it pained me to hear that he had turned to the tevintors for help, but what i did not know was the both of you ended up in the venerations soon after until she told us how she had to save a couple of children.After nothing more was mentioned, you guys just disappeared until we started to get repeat of blood magick being heavily used.June offered to take care of the problem because i just knew your father was involved somehow, his armor looked damaged when he returned and when Mythal asked about it he was the one to report to us that all of you were dead….i did not believe it at first so I sent Taliesin to check it out.There was nothing hardly left of the cabin and we assumed the bodies left there was everyone.”

“That is not what Darcy told me after my memory felt like it got worse, after awhile he just stopped talking about it.”Daere muttered while she slowly shook her head, she wondered’ There must have been a good reason why he stopped trusting Solas, but then there were those days both Cecil and Anthony forced us to leave the room.’

“I understand if you want to live with the rest of our people Mythal and myself have guard in a remote location, but you have to understand there was nothing i could have done to stop those red veins from spreading.” Solas explained, Daere spoke finally”I am not going to go anywhere...but i hate to admit i want to ask Dirtheman if he is willing to help me with something other than what he wanted...but can i ask you is that the only reason why you were desperately trying to reach out to me?”

“At first yes, my intention was to take you to met Flidais so she could get living arrangements done.. but then you kiss me and I wondered if we could work...I had hope.”Solas took a step forward then stopped in his tracks,Daere opened her mouth but nothing came out as Taliesin muttered while entering the room”I thought i heard someone, how did it go?”

“I had to tell her what had happened.”Solas explain,Daere slowly closed her mouth while Taliesin remarked in surprised”Fen’Harel is it not too soon to tell her this?After all she is still trying to recover.”

“It is ok..Solas thank you for telling me at least i know why things have been the way they are, in truth i think between you and Cecil you are being truthful now will you excuse me i think i am going to bed. “

”Daere remarked weakly, her head felt like it was spinning she uncrossed her arms.Slowly she made her way out of the study while Solas watched her with a stun look on his face,he inquired in surprise“That is just it?”

“Yes that is it, ever since that stupid contract after that cult it has been one thing after another.First someone i thought was dead comes crawling around, then this crazy broad cant control her little jealous issue and tries to kill me.”Daere remarked sharply as she looked at Taliesin then back at him, she paused then softened her tone“ Further apparently i am now sleeping with the man that killed my mother then there is the twin psychopaths that did kill me just beyond that mirror. Really I am afraid if I see anyone further i am going to find out more things I wish I did not...I dont think even i can handle anymore surprises.So I think the best call is to go to bed, but please if there is just anything more i need to know lay it out now so I can try to forget it before heading to Dirtheman tomorrow morning.”

“Why are you heading over to his place tomorrow if you think he is a psychopath?” Taliesin asked ,Daere looked at her not wasting no time answering “Because the one thing he is right about is i don't plan to stay up here, true it might be nice not having to completely watch my back...but somehow people are really starting to prove me wrong.

“Daere.”Solas asked.

Daere looked at him while she inquired“Yes?”

“Normally, when someone just openly admit they did something so horrible the other person acts...differently.”Solas pointed out, Daere blinked a couple of time then replied “Solas how is it you want me to act? It is common for people to do the things like that if it is necessary, you might not tell but i see it in your eyes how much it has haunted you. Unlike Falon’Din i know you would have tried if you could, eventually something happens beyond our control but that does not mean to hold onto it tightly for us to be destroyed from within.”

“Kind of odd hearing that from you since when we met you were bent on revenge based upon nothing.”He remarked, Daere nodded her head while she admitted “I cannot promise you that has changed seeing what i have, but it is still very much little. The next i fear i will hear from your mouth is that you have an orb of destruction ready to unleash some horrible power that brings the end of Thedas...assuming you don't own such a orb do you?”

“Yes how do you think we managed to lock the forbidden ones.”Solas answered, Daere stared at him while she asked sarcastically “Is it too late to just leave me bleeding dead on the floor.”
“That can be arranged”Taliesin replied as she rested her hand on the hilt of her naganto,Solas growled as he looked at her“Taliesin.”

“What?She did ask.”Taliesin stated as she slowly moved her hand,Daere muttered under her breath as she walked past the Sentinel “have you not heard of sarcasm?Why is it people think I am serious when I am not.”

“Fen’Harel, are you ok?”she could hear Taliesin ask,Daere stopped while she turned her head hearing the pain in his voice as he spoke”Yes, just wish I could read her, I can’t keep asking the spirits for reassurance if she keeps pulling away”

‘It is not your fault.’ Daere thought, she let out a soft sigh as she made her way down the dark hall.The room that was offered to her the first night she had stay laid open with an uneasy feel,Daere stopped and looked further towards his own room.Part of her wanted to forget their night together while she chewed on the bottom of her lip,softly she muttered”Why am i holding myself back like this?”

“How late are you planning to stay up?”Solas voice seem to trail from the opened study room door,Taliesin replied”I am going to go relieve Felassan, so he should be here.”

“I will wait until he is here before locking up for the night then, be careful down there falon there has been issues from my understanding rising.”

“The one that should be concern is myself and that..”Taliesin nearly snapped, Daere made her way over to Solas room as he remarked calmly”You two have to try and find some common ground, what are you going to do if the both of you are left alone?”

“She is not going to last long you know this, all of this was a mistake but you keep insisting keeping..”Daere quickly toned her out as she carefully closed Solas door and made her way over to his bed,she closed her eyes while she sat down on his soft bed.Time slowly passed as she waited,she closed her eyes while she wondered”Could things could have been different? Was he even mine to begin or am i just another fool to think anyone would want me like he claims.”

“Daere..”Solas voice broke the silence echoing within her thoughts, Daere looked at him.Her voice did not hide her nervousness as she spoke “i just thought..if you need me to leave and go back to that other…”

“Don't.”Solas stated as he gently closed the door behind him,Daere stood up while he made his way over to her.She crossed her arms over her breasts, an uneasy chill ran through her body as he stopped close in front of her.Softly she uttered ”Solas..”

“hmm?”he muttered, his hand touched her cheek gently and brushed her hair back as she asked“Do you see me for me or the fantasy you want me to be”

“How could you ask me this?”Solas inquired as he studied her face, Daere slightly turned her head and pressed the question as she rested her hand on top of his“please answer my question, what is it you see in me that you are trying to preserve..June was right...I cannot...I cannot be what you want from me ”

“Stop this..if you want to know I see a lost light, a diamond tripped in a rubbie that others look over.Once over those rough edges that you have I can see the real you, the person that helped spar that family and made certain they did not end in a gruesome fate… the method you useddid… maybe not so much. Your life has value..” Solas explained, slowly Daere looked at him as she cut him off“But what about Sarff...will I end up like her?Do you see me as her?”

“No, I promise you the Lavellan name will not die out ,not if you allow me to stay by your side and I would never think of you as another woman vhenan.”Solas remarked as he pressed his nose against hers,Daere lowered her eyes she muttered “your people keep saying I am just like her..how do I know that is an honest answer?”

“Look at me, you have to believe me when i say at first maybe i thought it was her in the beginning when Mythal introduced us but now i see that is not the case.I believe our fate was sealed the moment Sarff and mine path crossed, when Taliesin came back to me i didn't feel that attraction that i once felt before our enslavement.We got back together but things just fall apart after Sarff death but when your lips brushed against mine something in me felt alive.”Solas explained, Daere started to protest “this can’t..”

“hush.”Solas muttered,he pressed his body close to hers.She could feel his hard cock through her pants as she felt the tips of her ears warm,Daere turned her head slightly causing him to chuckled then muttered”It is slightly cute your still doing this despite you have already shared my bed.”

“Bite me, i am still trying to get use to the idea anyone in their right mind sees me more then a tool to be used.”Daere remarked, she slowly looked him as he pressed his nose back against hers.Softly he spoke as his hands started to mess with her belt”You don't have to worry about that anymore.”

“Creators Solas.”Daere muttered before she pressed her lips over his,Solas let out a lust filled groan as her tongue slipped past his mouth.He muttered softly between small gasps then pulled down her pants”How badly do you need it vhenan.”

“I want you to make me forget every that has happened...I am tired of the pain”Daere remarked, Solas slipped a finger between her legs and past her waiting slit.She caught her breath while he muttered”I think i can manage to help you with that.”

“I hope so”Daere muttered, she closed her eyes while resting her arms onto his shoulder.Her mind embraced the pleasure that consumed her body as he kept his fingers in a gently rhythm, soft panting escape her slightly parted lips while he started to kiss her exposed neck.He stopped then pulled his fingers away while he gently ordered ”I have other plans, you just need to bend over the edge of the bed.”

“Oh and what are you planning?”Daere inquired, she looked at him as he held his fingers up.Her juices glistened, bickening to her while he groaned.”You will see.”

“Very well.”Daere replied, she etched her face close to his finger and gently lick the juices off as they made eye contact.He watched her while her tongue caressed gently then smirked as she finally pulled away from him, with a tease Daere took her elven blouse off as she stepped out from her pants that laid nestled on the floor.Without a word she rested her palm of her hands onto the bedspread then looked back as she asked”Like this?Hopefully this is a pleasing sight for you”

“Of course, now face forward.”Solas slightly order,Daere muttered softly while she heard rustling behind her”why am i not surprised you like the control.”

“You don't seem to mind it much the way you are complying to what I am asking you to do.”he muttered as he shedded out of his clothes,Daere took a breath. She could hear him moving closer before feeling his soft lips pressed on her bareback, his hands gently gripped her waist then pulled her back slightly.Daere muttered as she turned her head to find him standing naked behind her.”If you need me to adjust i could have.”

“I know just as you might say having that sense of control.”Solas replied, one of his hand trailed gently on her spine as he studied her position.Daere remarked softly”Is there anything else you wish me to do so I know not to kill the mood.”

“Just one.”Solas replied as a soft smile crossed his face, she felt his hand move back to her waist then down back to her welcoming slit.Daere swallowed while she felt his fingers push back her folds,his thumb caressed her clit gently causing her to close her eyes.A moan happily slipped past her lips, her body slowly started to thrust against him while he asked “how does that feel.”

“This feels good. ”Daere whispered while he carefully slipped in a second finger, he pumped a little faster as he leaned over and muttered close to her ear“Hold onto that feeling vhenan, forget everything that once was”

“Solas..please..”Daere begged, he used his other hand to squeeze her breast gently then muttered with a groan “I can see your really enjoying this so i think i will prolong it a little more so i can bury my nice hard cock within you.”

“ well it did not take you two long to make up.”Taliesin voice broke Daeres concentracion causing her muscles to tense , her eyes snapped open as she thought ‘oh no Taliesin…was she planning on taking advantage of our little conflict’

“Dont tense up vhenan or you will lose it.”Solas demanded slightly, he straightened his stance while the two look in the doorway.Daere could feel her face go red despite Solas kept his rhythm, calmly he asked while Daere studied the helmet resting to Taliesin side “Taliesin got everything you need?”

“yes, whatever the issue is I will try to give you a report tomorrow...I will let Felassan know when he gets here to lock up seeing you have your hands busy.”Taliesin replied,Daere shifted her body underneath him.A chill shot through her as their eyes met, not hiding her sharpness Taliesin turned her head while she walked out of the room.Solas remarked while her hand rested on the doorknob “Be careful.”

“Of course..”Taliesin muttered under her breath as she closed the door behind her,Solas looked back at Daere seeing the discomfort in her eyes.He sighed softly while he pulled his fingers completely out then stated”I guess i should have locked the door, you got to understand she was getting ready to leave before we kind of jumped to this.Why don't you lay on your back and allow me to make it up to you?””

“You like dragging this don't you.”Daere accuse lightly as she crawled into bed, she turned around to find him resting one of his hands holding his cock.She nearly giggled while she muttered”you seem really eager to do this.”

“You have no idea, lay down and let me take you.”Solas groaned,Daere murmured”I would not have it any other way vhenan.”

“Glad to hear.”Solas muttered as she laid down, he rested his hands on the tops of her knees. With ease he spread her legs to each side while he lowered his face causing Daere asked”Solas...you don't..”

“Enjoy yourself unless you want your position on the edge of the bed back.”he muttered, gently he kissed close to her inner thigh.Solas grinned innocently while he etched his lips playfully towards her slit,Daere felt herself catch her breath as she felt his tongue caress her clit. Softly she muttered in a mixed inhuman growl“oh creators...i don't think I can hold back much longer...”

He pressed himself closer while his hand rest upon her breast,Daere tried to fight her climax as best she but felt her world crumble.Her the rushed surged through her with a force as her cries echoed along his walls,she gripped his bed sheet tightly while his tongue continue to play with her bud.Slowly he moved upward as he remarked gently”I thought i told you to hold it it?”

“In truth i dont think even my body wanted me to.”Daere murmured while she rested her arms on his shoulder, he leaned in and kissed her on the lips the muttered”In truth i did not expect you to..well yet anyways, you need more practice on self control”

“Oh you mean in bed or around other people?”Daere inquired, she nipped his lip gently as he pressed his hard member into her core.The lust returned into both their eyes while he started to thrusted his body forward, Solas wasted no time increasing his pace.Their moans soon filled the silent room, Daere did her best to keep his pace while his hand rest on her back.It did not take long for her to feel the sweet familiar sensation starting to take hold, Daere turned her head afraid to expose what she had consider a weakness for so long.Softly he encouraged.”Dont turn away from me now, let me see your beautiful face I have grown to love.”

“Yes emma lath.”Daere muttered, she looked back at him as her body started to trembled. Solas thrust a few more times as his seed filled her,Daere closed her eyes while he gently laid her back onto his bed.He brushed back her hair then kissed her on the forehead while he muttered”Nothing is going to happen to you as long as I am alive I promise.”

“Don’t say that to me.”Daere choked as she felt the tears starting to develop,Solas laid by her side.He murmured while he brought her close.”But it is true, you are wanted here nothing will take you away from me if I can help it.”

“Solas, please. Please don’t...” Daere stated as she buried her head into his chest, Solas tightened his grip on her bare back while her listen to his heartbeat. Softly she stated as she felt herself drift to sleep”Ir abelas for the pain I have caused….”

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You’re sneaking off again aren't you.”Solas muttered, Daere stopped in the doorway as she clenched her jaw together.Slowly she looked back to find Solas haven't even opened his eyes as she replied”I need something to do..beside I figured you were planning on leaving me by myself again.”

“It has to do with Dirtheman again doesn't it.”Solas pressed, he creak open one of his eyelids to look at her.She could see a faint shine linger even if she could tell he was trying to hide it,he closed his eyes as he spoke.”I was just wondering, you mentioned something last night.”

“It does not bother you that i am going to head over there does it?”Daere asked, he turned his back to her while he muttered weakly ”no just please don't cause him any grief, i don't want to find you back in that room again.”

‘Does his eyes normally glow like that?’Daere wondered as she left his room, the suns rays poured into the halls while she made her way to his studies Craven had his head down on the table as she entered. Daere stopped and cleared her throat while she rested her hands on her elbows, he looked up at her an muttered”Morning..could you please keep your distance while I ask why your standing there and does Fen’harel know what your up to.”

“Relax Craven, i overheard the two she is heading to Dirtheman.”a male voice stated close behind her,Daere moved to the side quickly as a elven mage approached the room, he stopped to look at her while he remarked gently”Sorry for your loss.”

“it was bound to happen sooner or later...just wish not like it had.”Daere whispered, the elven mage made his way further into the room as he remarked ”you will get use to how things run I promise, the pain of losing a loved one will fade but you will learn how adjust to life knowing there is only peace here under Fen’Harel watch”

“I..”Daere tried to utter but stop as he turned to Craven and snapped”This is why i have you taking care of the griffins, what do you think Fen’Harel would have done if he caught you sleeping on the job.”

“I understand the concern but Fen’Harel cannot expect us to keep pulling shift with the three of us, we need to consider having at least one more of us Felassan.” Craven grumbled as he stood, he walked over to the eluvian as Daere asked”Is there a way i can help?”

“No, beside did you not already made plans to meet up with Dirtheman?It is best not to keep him waiting if you have.”Felassan remarked as he turned back to Daere, there was a pause before he added.”Besides you seem like your not ready to encounter anymore of them, especially if their in a bad mood.”

“I have to agree on this falon or i would have jumped at the chance to go get some rest.” Craven replied as the image on the eluvian shimmered then change to Dirthemans hall, Daere asked out of curiosity.“If that is the case what make you think things would be better being left with Dirtheman, I mean certainly he gets visits from the others just like Solas does...but is he not more prone because he sees things hidden?”

“Dirtheman is a little more prepared for any trouble that might arise.”Felassan remarked as the men looked at each other,Daere noticed the uneasiness in their expression while he looked back at her.As he spoke he hide his discomfort quickly ”I will let Fen’Harel know you arrive were you needed to be don't worry.”

“Thank you i think?”Daere replied, she made her way past Craven towards the eluvian. Craven softly spoke”Would you like me to accompany you?After all this place is still unfamiliar to you.”
“It is ok but thank you..and Craven I..I am sorry I just..no there is no excuse for what I did, if you hate me for it I understand.”

“Apologize accepted, just please don't do that again unless your willing to stipe down yourself and..”Craven stated as Felassan walked up beside him, he hit Craven in the back of his head while he muttered”Your lucky Fen’Harel not hearing this even as a joke.”

“Craven i kind of agree that was horrible, but i know you don't mean any of it so no hard feelings.”Daere replied as her fingers touched the eluvian, she walked forward only to be greeted Nimue icy cold gaze.She bow while she muttered hatefully through her teeth”Lord Dirtheman is already waiting for you in the courtyard, he has requested you stay by his side while you are present so no one ends up with some type of injury after you misshapes in the library upon his leaving last night.”

“Does everyone here have so little faith and trust in me?” Daere asked dryly while Nimue straightened her stance, she wasted no time snapping as she started to walk away, ”We have our reason not to accept you here.”

“somehow today is going to just be adorably fun ”Daere muttered sarcastically, she followed Nimue through the halls.A couple of guards turned to watch them as they passed, one muttered while keeping his gaze down to the ground”i wonder how they found this one with all that mess down there.”

“doubt that is the case she looks like the one that left with Fen’Harel, i wonder why she is back here did he change his mind? ”another muttered, Daere stopped in her tracks then looked back at them as Nimue ordered”Keep following me and ignore them, or can you not follow a simple instruction?”

“How far are we going?”Daere inquired as she started to walk, Nimue did not answer just sent her a chilling glare.Daere sighed as she complied to Nimue demands, many of his servants moved out of their way while they headed to the big double doors. They stopped, Nimue ordered as she looked at Daere”Despite everything you are a guest here, do as your told and no one will get hurt.”

“I will follow your rules here, don't worry.”Daere remarked,Nimue studied her face then opened the door.Dirthamen stood there with his back turned towards them, they could hear the fighting further in the courtyard.Nimue stated”Lord Dirtheman, she is here like you have requested”

“Good I see i won't have to send someone to get you out of Fen’Harel bed, Nimue go finish up with Anaris.”Dirtheman ordered then he turned his head slightly, his blue eyes were cold as they rested on Daere.She felt a small shiver while she walked over to him while she wondered ‘He is going to make this as painful as possibly’

“ you have nothing to be afraid dal’en.” Dirtheman stated as he turned around, Daere stopped by his side.She looked at the soldiers practicing then back at Dirthamen, Daere asked”So who is it your pairing me with?”

“It is still too soon for you, so I need you to watch how they move carefully.”Dirthamen explained.

Daere nodded while she fall silent.She noticed there was less of them then she had assumed, Daere looked at him and asked”Are their more elsewhere.”

“No, to keep others from getting to suspicious i have made some charges over the years.Now tell me what you see, what are their flaws in their movements?”Dirtheman asked,Daere looked at him oddly then back to the soldiers as she replied”Some of them are being to sloppy with their swings, is the mist on their blades normal?”

“You kidding me.” Dirtheman nearly snapped as he looked at her,Daere tilted her ear up in confusion.He sighed then muttered”Of course not, you were trained to fight with the shemlens blades.”

“Why are the blades different then those down in thedas?”Daere inquired.

Dirthamen mutter, “Damnit Fen’Harel why did you not hand her over to me other then sleeping with this one, alright I see that you are going to be a lot of work.You did not pay attention down in Thedas while you were fighting those red Templars, you did the very same thing they are doing over there.Only thing different is they have control and know not to corrupt the lyrium stored within the handle blades, you on the other hand is down right out of control...but i cannot blame all it on you.”

“I see..”Daere replied, Dirtheman remarked sharply”You don’t really see don't you?”

“I actually kind of do, but the thing is I could not have done that..it would have taken a mass amount of strength and concentration to keep the power restricted just on the blades itself.”Daere explain.

he stared at her in disbelief. Finally he answered”You did that or so Falon’Din told me, he does not understand why you did not repeat the actions after you two used that spell to wipe out the red Templars.”

“I don't remember doing something like that.”Daere replied.

Dirtheman nodded as he studied her.Without warning he shouted”Sebastian you and Leif can stop, I need you to come over here please.”

“Lord Dirtheman do you need me to approach as well?”and elven strawberry blonde asked as both herself and Sebastian took off their helmets. Dirtheman replied sharply”might as well since it is senseless for you to stand there.”

“Yes sir.”Leif remarked,she followed Sebastian closely as she steath her nagamaki.They stopped in front of Dirtheman, he ordered”Sebastian hold out your naginata and allow your power to manifest.”

“yes lord Dirtheman.”Sebastian replied as he held the spear forward, it was faint at first but soon the mist developed on the blade itself.Writing appear on the metal itself as Daere squinted her eyes to read it, slowly she looked at Dirtheman then asked”Is that how you maintain it?with a spell.”

“Yes, the metal that is on the blades are collect from rocks from the fade.That is how both the Sentinels and your people can manifest the magick onto the blade, just like the veneration can do the same but they use pieces from the void.”Dirtheman explained,Daere asked”Isn't that dangerous?”

“Surprising no, I figured out what the problem was after Fen’Harel brought that tantô blade back to me...I cannot tell you anymore then that.”Dirtheman stated, he looked at the two then ordered”Sebastian that is enough, when i get back I want you and the others to go back inside.Your done for the day,take this time to get to know each other be because she is going to be spending a lot of time here.”

“Yes sir.”Leif muttered while she lowered her eyes, Dirtheman turned left them without much of a word as the air felt like it changed.She could the outright hatred from the other soldiers while Sebastian spoke”Thought he would never leave.”

“oh boy.”Daere muttered, Sebastian looked at her. He held out his hand as his tone softened”We really did not have a chance to properly greet each other, the first time i was under order to attack and second you were not moving.As you know i am Sebastian, the woman i was sparring with is Leif.Over time you will learn who we all are.”

“I did not expect to have such a..greeting from you, i mean since being up here it seems everyone i had spoken to has either tried to take some advances or tried to kill me.”Daere replied as she took his hand, they shook each others hand while Leif replied”The Sentinels are like that, they dont like the fact we were born between them and a verenation...even if their are elves as well.”

“how come?”Daere inquired, he left go of her hand as he explained”Because we can tap into both the void and the fade without hearing the crooked song.”

“Also we can travel to places they dream about when Dirtheman allows us to head to the deep roads.”Leif remarked,a blonde spoke up as she touched Daere arm gently”You're going to love being here, true he could be unfair sometimes but what place is not?”

“I am not staying here.”Daere state, the blonde asked as she looked at her oddly”That is why you are here isn't?I mean Falon’Din killed your brother so you two would not be deemed a threat did he not? ”

“what are you talking about, he died because there was something wrong with him.”Daere answered.

Sebastian explained quickly as he stepped in, ”Forgive her. Most of us came under different situation, normally to make certain we are not able to turn our powers against them. Falon’Din would kill the strongest right in front of the their sibling, but after a while the two realized their mistake.They stopped doing this when Cecil brought me and Bastion here, their alternative was to separate and risk having us alive.”

“Cecil would not do that, he is the one that has always told me to stay away from the Evanuris.”Daere replied,Sebastian scuffed as he asked”Neither of them can be trusted, he was right to tell you to stay away but he is the reason why we are here.There probably some reason he kept you away this long, but since things are bad in Thedas I have been hearing Dirtheman has no more uses for him.”

“Hopefully i can get to him before they do, I got questions of my own that need to be answered.”Daere replied,Sebastian muttered as the others started to leave”Good luck, if you do find him give him a nice knife in the back and ask him how it feels.Say it is from me because i still owe him a least a few good hits.”

“Where are you going?”Daere inquired, slowly she looked back to see Dirtheman standing in the doorway with Nimue by his side.They walked past him keeping their gaze to the ground as he started to make his way over to Daere while Nimue stayed behind.Daere stood there wondering ’If they dont dont like this then why don't they attack? They have the power to don't they?’

“Ir abelas for that dal’en.” Dirthamen remarked, he turned to the doorway as the last of them disappeared inside.Nimue nodded her head then vanished.Softly he added causing her to shudder at his change in demeanor ” We are going to head down to the armory so you can see the different weapons we use, I will allow you to pick a set but they won't leave this place with them after what happened in the library .”

“You’re going to entrust me with weapons, by yourself.” Daere repeat, she studied him as a smirk developed on his lips.He wasted not time answering”Yes, you need to be adjust by the weight.If you had notice our blades are a little lighter then the whatever the shemlens and dwarves use down in Thedas.”

“ Dirtheman I trust you don't mind cutting these lessons short. “Solas stated, the two looked in the doorway upon hearing his voice.Dirthamen eyes harden slightly while he spoke.”Of course not, but she will not learn anything if you keep pulling her like this.”

“I told she isn’t...” Solas started but stop as Dirtheman cut him off.”I am not allowing you to get off the hook this easily Fen’Harel, how many times have you pulled Anthony from his punishments then lied about what you were doing?I don't care if you get Mythal involved to try and save your skin, but my actions are justified doing this just be grateful i am even allowing the fact she is staying with you.”

“Could you stop talking to me like i am your property.”Daere snapped, she paused while the two men looked at her as she softened her tone.”I am fine with during this because i am sick of having others come to my side.When i work contracts i had no problem working alone, mostly because i manage to usually sweet talk my way from being arrest or if I had the chance kill them. Solas your not always going to be there, so please just let me go through with this. Dirtheman i swear if you keep treating me like a servant, i dont give a nugs ass if your the ‘god’ of secrets one way or another i will figure a way to take both you and your brother down mostly because you are a pompous ass.”

“Cute keep that attitude up and i might reconsider what i did to save your life.”Dirtheman replied dryly, he turned to look at Solas then added” Does this mean your not heading towards the meeting later?”

“What meeting?”Solas inquired,Dirtheman answered.”Andruil small party finally returned last night, it seems the Tevinters have been more busy than we thought. Both bodies from the veneration and our missing Sentinels were pile, all throats were slit.”

“Thats horrible.”Daere muttered,Dirtheman looked at her as he remarked”And here i thought you could care less about our soldiers.”

“Unlike you I dont see them as ‘tools’ or ‘soldiers’,they deserve better than what you piece of..”Daere sneered, Solas quickly covered her mouth then replied softly”Thank you for letting me know, I will try to be present..is she the one going to be addressing the matter?”

“No Elgar’nan is, best i suggest you ‘pet’ there stays home if you do show.”Dirtheman remark, Daere closed her eyes as she took a breath.Gently she touched Solas wrist then pulled his hand back as she spoke”I want to know what is going on, after all is that not why you told me was the real reason why i am going to be stuck here?”

“If you are there do you think you can keep your mouth shut while the adults speak?How about controlling that temper of yours and not grabbing other people's things, by now the others will know of how quick you are to get violent and Andruil nor Elgar’nan will stand for the matter.” Dirtheman explained, Daere jaw flexed while she remarked”I assure you nothing could go wrong with me present, maybe this would be proof enough to you guys there is no need to be such a tight ass.”

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“This place...where are we?I know the meeting is not until later tonight but I thought we were heading back.”Daere inquired she looked at Solas while he deactivated the mirror behind them, she could hear children playing further in the woods as she looked back.

Her body stiffened while her eyes fall upon a knight with a wolf by their side heading their direction.Solas noticed her uneasiness quickly, he reassured her as he walked over towards them”He is one of the emerald knights that guard this place, i promise you they are less hot headed then the Sentinels.”

“Fen’Harel we were about to request you to come down here.”the emerald knight shouted as he got closer,Daere groaned while she lowered her head.Solas spoke”What is the issue and can it not wait.”

“Taliesin took a scouting party out last night, she has not returned but we found some of the people she took with her..well what was left of them.”The emerald knight explained, he stopped then turned his gaze towards Daere then asked”Do you need me to take her to Flidais while you get into your gear?”

“Solas i swear if you are leaving me here…”Daere started, Solas cut her off gently”I know it would be impossible to tell you to stay even if I don't like the idea of you beyond the gates.Aiden do we have any spares?”

‘You would not have to ask for gear if you had just allowed me to wear what I came in with.’Daere thought as she took a breath, softly she remarked.”Ma serannas ma vhenan for not fighting me.”

“Forgive me for saying but since we know a bit from what Taliesin had told us..is she here to help fortify the wards?”The emerald knight inquired,Solas growled slightly”No in fact i am trying to break her from any of that.”

“Your still mad at me because I went to see Dirtheman.” Daere remarked,Solas took a breath before he started to walk away.The two watched him while Aiden spoke”I don't know what you are doing with Dirtheman, but a word of advice you might want to consider stopping while your ahead..nothing good will come out of it.”

“I will take your advice into consideration but right now...i don't think it is the best idea.”Daere replied,Aiden state as his wolf rubbed his head against his leg”What is so important to be around him, is he blackmailing you?”

‘honestly think the term is he is blackmailing you and the others here.’Daere thought, she started to walk towards the direction Solas had disappeared while she muttered”It is the least i can do after he spared my life.”

“You talking about after what Falon’Din did?I know you probably feel like you owe them but you don't. “Aiden started to walk beside her as he explained, Daere turned to look at the wolf then asked “how come he is by your side?”

“You know nothing about our ways do you ? “Aiden inquired, Daere shook her head no.He studied her then rolled his eyes while muttering “Of course that jackass would not say anything about us after all we been through.”

“Let me guess he did something to royally piss you off and your going to blame me for it.”Daere stated as she stopped in her tracks, she noticed Solas was already in his mage gear while Aiden remarked”No, unlike the others we dont believe passing judgement to next of kin...is your brother kicking it with Mythal?”

“If you talked so much with Taliesin then you would know he is dead.”Daere snapped, she felt her face sting over her face.The memory of watching the Sentinel slit her brothers throat crossed her thought, Aiden quickly replied apologetic ”Ir abelas...she did not go into details, just Dirtheman had to get involved.”

“Daere if your coming hurry and suite up, Aiden i need you to lead the first party towards the east, do not engage with the enemy unless necessary.”Solas ordered,Aiden remarked quickly”Yes Fen’Harel.”

“go over to the armor down the..”Solas started but Daere cut him off gently.”If you have people missing should we not leave now.”

“You have seen how things are out there, what is something happen?”Solas inquired, she could see his concern in his eyes.Daere touched his arm lovingly while she spoke”I will be fine, beside I do better moving around in light clothing and I doubt you have any that was meant for a rogue.I can tell looking around I will have trouble moving,my body is not use to heavy armor and that is a sure way to slow me down.”

“If you insist.”Solas slightly growled, he looked back at the remaining emerald knights while he ordered”Those of you who are coming with me need to listen to my command, so of you are not fully prepared for what lays beyond these walls.Thedas is not like it used to be, not only has the darkspawn returned but we also face a new threat with red lyrium covering over their.Be careful fighting them, Andruil and the a few others have lost brave men and women to them.Even if these new enemies have driven back the veneration for now I have a feeling they are particularly responsible for Thedas destruction.”

“If that is the case then why are you allowing her to go out there without anything to protect herself.”a emerald knight inquired,Solas closed his eyes while he answered”She has a point if we need to retreat, also you don't realize how stubborn ma vhenan is when her heart is set.”
“Besides if we come across any shemlens I have a feeling I would be more of use then any of you that are dressed up in those armor.”Daere stated, Solas looked at her then back at his emerald knights.Slowly he started to move towards the opened gates as they followed, she could hear one muttered softly”What is this..”

“I thought Aiden was joking when he told me the trees were dying, this is just horrible...how long do you think it will be before the wards fade and this reaches within the walls?”another remarked, Solas put on his wolf helmet while he reassured”Mythal and myself will make certain it won't happen.”

“I hope so this looks worse then when the blight spreaded.”A emerald knight stated as they started to walk, Solas looked at Daere while he muttered”Penshra,ghilas vellathani.”

“ma nuvenin, but you know if something ends up happening I am going to help So..Lord Fen’Harel.”Daere replied sweetly, she knew instinctively he was not happy with her choice choice.She thought’please get over this soon.’

“Dont call me that vhenan.” growled Solas through his clenched jaw, Daere kept her eyes forward while she muttered”If you like it or not these people see you as Fen’Harel..if I am going to be here even if we are lovers I am certain they want me to keep up with the title thing.”
“I guess you right.”Solas replied, Daere giggled softly then muttered”First time I think I heard you say I was right when we are about to face danger.”

“well there is a first time for everything, like that giggle of yours I have not heard since we first met.”Solas stated, she looked at him and smiled gently.Her eyes felt softer as she forgot the dangers around them, slowly her expression harden. She look forward while a emerald knight stated”Flidais should be ready for the wounded when we get back.”

“Be prepared for the worse, it seems just like with the darkspawn these red Templar seem lethal.”Solas answered,the emerald knight inquired”How bad can it be.”

“Pretty bad if ingested.”Daere choked her words as she thought of Darcy,Solas looked at her while she continued”I am just assuming but I think the red Templar have been a long time coming..I think..sorry just.”

“Vhenan try not to focus on that or I will have you escorted back, it is bad enough your out here with what you are wearing.We don't need anything to cloud your judgment, take a breath and focus on the task at hand.”

“I know..Ir abelas..”Daere remarked, Solas sighed before stating”You should have dealt with your grievance instead of pushing yourself like this, once we get back please consider doing so the pain has to be eating at you by now.”

“Fen’Harel I think we have company.”a emerald knight replied, they stopped in their tracks the emerald knight was right.They could smell the smoke from a nearby campfire, voices filled the air nearby as Solas whispered his order”Everyone take you position, if they have our people we need to be ready.”

“Let me guess stay out of sight.”Daere inquired, Solas answered while the emerald knights started to spread out with their wolves close to their sides”Please, like I said you have no place being out here after what had happened.I agreed to allow you to come but I will not allow you to engage with the enemy.”

“Solas trust me if these are men that we are dealing with i can help without losing more people, being a distraction is my speciality next to poisoning.”Daere replied,Solas studied her face through his helmet then sighed realizing he was fighting a losing battle.He spoke softly if they are shemlen then I will hold off the order to attack, if something goes wrong try to get out of their range as fast as you can.”

“Thank you.”Daere replied, she leaned in and kiss the tip of his nose while he sighed in discomfort.Slowly she walked away from him, Daere headed towards the sound of the men while the smell of smoke started to tickle the inside of her nose.Discomfort started to crossed her body as they came into view,Taliesin had her head down.Her hands were bound behind her as she laid within a giant cart,Daere rested her hands on her elbow while she shouted”Gara quenathra?”

“What do we have here another one seem to have found its way here.”the Tevinter remarked as they stopped what they were doing,Taliesin opened her eyes and looked at Daere. She muttered in her gag fiercely as the Tevinter looked back at her, he kicked the cart while he growled” Shut up you filthy knife ear wrench, someone go to the other one and see if we can take her as well.”

“Avanna?Forgive me I had forgotten you Tevinters don't know our language...I was curious what business does such fine Tevinter guards have here, you must be a long way from home”Daere remarked,the Tevinters stared at her in disbelief.She tilted her ear up while inquiring”Have you not seen an elf before.”

“No we have not heard any elf speak so fluently our language, I am certain my comrades are wondering why your not attacking like this she elf.”the commanding Tevinter asked,Daere shrugged her shoulders then dropped her hands to her side”I don't believe there should be blood shed when it is not necessary, I hope you guys could be reason with and let my friend go..where are the rest?”

“Isn't she the one Chase was looking for before Corypheus started working with that Archient to wipe out the elves?”a Tevinter soldier inquired,Daere closed her eyes slowly while she groan”I assume you there is an absolutely misunderstanding…”

“Shut up demon.”someone muttered as an arrow flew past Daere cheek, she opened her eyes while she brought her fingers up to her face. A small amount of blood coated her hand while she pressed down,Daere swallowed her feet felt frozen.It did not take her much to realize her talking was not going to go anywhere while she threatened”Now that was a stupid move on your part, there is a reason people don't live long after pissing me off.”

“What are you going to do about it, from where I am standing you don't have any weapons on you knife ear.”The Tevinter commander stated,Daere growled while she muttered.”You really want to know what I will do about it you, you will find out.”

“I think the elf finally lost it.”another Tevinter busted out laughing,she held outstretched her hand but felt nothing come to her. Daere stared in disbelief while she wondered’ what...why isn't anything happening?’

“I think that is enough games.”the Tevinter commander replied, Daere clenched her teeth then growled.She started to charge at them while she muttered”No matter if I cannot use it, I am not going to let last time repeat...I refuse to be useless.”

“kill her on the spot I don't care.”The commander ordered,Daere smirked as she lunged forward and slide barely dodging the first swordsman.She looked to his belt belt and saw his hunting knife nestled to his side, quickly she grabbed the handle then thrust the blade into his back. Daere turned around while another started to charge at her from behind only to be stunned by a lightning attack,the commander went pale then recovered quickly once the emerald knights stepped from behind the trees with their wolves by their sides.He smiled as he shouted”Now is the time we have been preparing,one of a self proclaimed God has appeared in our mist.A false prophet our elder one wishes us to slay, he has betrothed upon us a gift that will destroy this demon...an abomination that deny us our lands”

‘Oh no...this was a trap for him.’Daere thought, she looked at Solas.He stood there proudly in front of some of the emerald knights, he demanded”How many times are you fools going to keep this up?”

“stop hiding and fight me, come met my blade with honor demon.”the Tevinter shouted, Daere looked back at Taliesin then at the commander.She could hear Solas remark”tell me where the rest of my people are.”

“by now on their way to be slaughter.”The Tevinter remarked, he withdrawn his broadsword as Solas stepped forward. She could hear him order the others”don't engage but keep them from leaving.”

“Don't do this, Fen’Harel the blade is made from the very stone from the void”Taliesin managed to shout causing Solas stopped in his tracks, the Tevinter stated sharply ”Someone shut that bitch up !”

“So you resort to tricks?”Solas inquired,silently Daere started to walk over to the Tevinter commander while he replied”It is no different than what you have done to us for so long, why are you hesitate now?Afraid this will be an end.”

“You not going to touch him as long as I am alive to prevent it.”Daere growled as she got closer,the Tevinter looked at her while she broke into a run towards him.He remarked softly upon remembering she was still there “I forgot about you, maybe i should take care of you first after all you are useless. “

‘Hopefully speed would be enough.’Daere thought, she swung the short blade close to his throat as he stepped back.The Tevinter commander muttered”you got to do better than that if your going to fight like a soldier.”

“Daere get away, let me handle this!”Solas shouted, the rest of the soldiers watched while she pressed forward.The Tevinter remarked while she kept up with her attacks” you should have listen to the demon, because you will pay the price.”

“I am tired of people I care about being taken away from me.”Daere cried out as she lunged for his throat, the Tevinter commander grabbed her wrist roughly causing her body to stiffen.He brought his face close to hers, his foul breath filled her nostrils while he spoke”Then he will just have to watch you be decapitated before I go after him.”

“Threatening an unarmed woman, how low can you get?”a woman voice rang out, Daere looked at Solas while he paused with his hand raised in the air.The Tevinter commander remarked”I am surprised you were able to get this far inquisitor.”

“This business is between us not the elves you were trying to send back.”the inquisitor growled,the Tevinter let go of Daere slowly he sheathed his broadsword.He spoke sharply as Daere rubbed her wrist gently .”And what do the elves mean to you inquisitor? These are the very things that oppressed us for so long, at least we are trying to bring in the rein for our people.”

“what you guys have set in motion is destroying our world, there is a way for us to live with the elves peacefully.Lay down your weapons and let us end this peacefully.”the inquisitor ordered, the Tevinter remarked”I got a better idea how about I just snap this elf neck.”

7“No!” Solas shout as the Tevinter hands rest on Daere’s neck,without thinking she embedded the blade into the Tevinters throat.He stared at her with lifeless eyes as his grip quickly loosened then fall while she let go of the handle, a sigh of relief passed through her lips as she looked back to the new arrivals.Softly she spoke”Andaran atish’an...seeing you are leading some of the people I hope you are friendly.”

“I think she is”Aiden replied, he took off his helmet as Solas marched over to Daere.The inquisitor replied”I wanted to make certain your people made it alright, we treated the wounds who would could save and wondering in return if you can allow us to rest for a couple of days before we head back to skyhold.”

“absolutely not.”Solas growled, he stopped then looked at Daere while he sneered”what in creators name where you thinking,where you trying to get yourself killed?”

“Solas..I could not bare seeing something happen to you, beside are you really going to deny these people shelter after rescuing the missing?”Daere inquired, Solas studied her face then looked at the inquisitor.He sighed then replied”Forgive me,if these people are generous to help us not only bring our people back and help spare your life then I see no harm...we will have a discussion later about this.”

“I don't expect anything else...what about the rest of the Tevinter.”Daere pointed out, the inquisitor replied as one of her companions load the remaining into the cart that had Taliesin in”We will take care of them.”

“Aiden go ahead and help them,Taliesin I am assuming you need to get some rest?”Solas inquired as she walked over to them, she nodded her head then looked at Daere while she remarked”Your an idiot.”

“Yes but I think we covered that I do have my moments from time to time.”Daere replied,Taliesin rolled her eyes while she muttered.”I have a feeling in one of those ‘moments’ you will be the end of our people.”

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“Can’t believe Fen’Harel allow them to stay.”Daere could hear someone mutter behind they backs as the party made their way inside, they ignored the gathering crowd as Solas stopped to talk to his emerald knights.A few headed further into the elven village as the inquisition stopped just outside the gated woodlands,Daere could not hide her smile as they started to take off their helmets she inquired softly “Bull is that you?”

“I see your still causing trouble, so what happened I take it you found your friends?” The Iron Bull inquired.

Daere replied”Probably best not to talk about it..I still owe you a drink don't I?If we come across a Tavern I see I will get you one..just don't ask for something fancy because I have been out of work for awhile.”

“Good luck finding one, the only Tavern we know still running is back in skyhold.”a mage remarked as he removed his helmet,Daere smiled faded while someone shouted in alarm”There is a Tevinter within the walls.”

“whoa whoa hold on before you start attacking he is friendly.”the inquisitor remarked as she raised up her hands in defense,Solas came rushing back while the emerald knights rested their hands on their weapons.He demanded”What is the meaning of this, is this a trick?”

“No I promise you it is not, I did not lie what I said so please let me explain the reason why we are here.”the inquisitor state,Daere looked at them then back at Solas while she remarked”I don't feel any harm from them, I know most of the Tevinters are bad I cannot deny that after what had happened in the past.But I strongly believe he is one of the good guys, so please.”

“You are to trusting aren't you, how stupid are you?”Taliesin snapped while she made her way by Solas side, he looked at Taliesin then back at Daere while she placed herself between the shemlen and the angry elves.Solas took a breath then pressed”Then explain yourself inquisitor, why do you have a Tevinter in your ranks?How come is it you happen to approach as the others?”

“In the beginning after one of our own was murdered in Jader, Seeker Cassandra and I talked about starting the inquisition.It was not until the Grey wardens vanished did we take action, Dorian was the one who warned us of a small Tevinter cult doing underground experiments working with these elven people that used blood magick.There we also found out what happened to them...the Grey wardens”

“They turned into darkspawn to help speed up the process.”Daere remarked, the inquisitor nodded her head while she continued ”Correction, but that was not enough so they turn on their elven partners using their blood along I am assuming your people to start farming red lyrium to consume..you .have to believe me Dorian is not one of them he would not harm any of you.”

“Emma lath you gave me more then one chance when you did not have to, in fact your Sentinel still does not trust me but you are still there for me.I believe the shemlen and I think they can help these people”Daere pleaded, Solas looked at her then at Aiden as he moved his hand away from the hilt of his daon doa.Softly Solas demanded”Aiden between you and Felassan you commanded these emerald knights, how was it did they approach you... were you treated fairly and just?”

“With respect sir, we arrived half way down the forest path when they came into view with the wounded from Taliesin party that were not counted for dead. If I had known he was a Tevinter I probably would not have given a second thought but he did not strike out. ”Aiden explained.

Solas nodded his head then spoke”I have no choice.”

“Solas..if you decide…”Daere started but stopped, he turned to Taliesin then he ordered”Take Daere back, I want to handle this while she is gone just try not to get carried away while i am gone Taliesin.”

“What are you going to do?”Daere demanded slightly,Taliesin walked over to her and touched her arm gently. She tugged while muttering”Come on.

“what is he going to do to them.”Daere inquired again, she looked back at them as her fear grew. It was not until they had reached the eluvian did Daere stopped as she yanked her hand away from Taliesin while she demanded”What is he going to do to them.”

“he is probably going to question them further, how can you not question the fact those Tevinter found this location then one happens to be within their group? “Taliesin inquired,she stopped and stared at Daere while adding”Why am I asking you anyways?”

“Because you are starting to see the importance of me being here.”Daere stated innocently with a grin,Taliesin scuffed in disgust. She touched the eluvian, the mirror shimmered in reaction to her fingertips revealing the empty studies. The two could see the room was dark as she looked at Daere, she muttered with a slight growl “Just go.”

“Ahh am I growing on you? ”Daere remarked,Taliesin snapped “Your worse than Craven, all you lack is the spying on the women now go before i come up with an excused. ”

“Don't need to get snappy.”Daere remarked, she walked past Taliesin and made her way though.It was quiet as the two entered the silent castle, Taliesin wasted no time deactivating the eluvian while Daere looked at her and ’I hope he is not long’

“How long will he be, he said it was ok for me to join him when he meets up with the other Evanuris.”Daere inquired, Taliesin looked at her with a stun expression on her face.She did not hide her shock while she answered”Starters should you not be concerned why you were not able to use your abilities?Secondly is it wise for you to be with the Evanuris when you tend to run your mouth.”

“I am not that bad.”Daere tried to imply,Taliesin walked over to her while she pointed out”You have not been here long and I already have a list of things you have done wrong, but my absolute favorite is the fact you cursed Craven then got yourself killed by one of our own people.”

“Your not going to let me live that down are you.”Daere inquired, Taliesin grabbed her gently by the cheek then pulled as she smirked” Now you are not as stupid as you seem you little dipshit, go make yourself useful and don't bother me.Those ropes kind of rubbed me in the wrong places and I need to go take the edge off, but then you could come with me and I can help you alittle”

“Mind i ask what is it you are going to teach me?”Daere inquired, Taliesin let Daere cheek go roughly.She walked over to the doorway then stopped, she turned her head slightly while she replied”Your not going to be able to really please Fen’Harel sexually the rate you are going, so i guess i am willing to give you pointers”

“Excuse me?”Daere nearly shouted,Taliesin remarked”You heard me, I don't mind helping you with that mostly because I don't want him to suffer from blue balls syndrome...it is bad enough Craven is having that problem.”

“I don't need to be taught how to have sex”Daere felt her face grow warm from embarrassment, Taliesin remarked calmly her green eyes studied Daere from the doorway ”Trust me I could tell you were having trouble when he was standing behind you.”

“why were you even watching!?!” Daere stated while her face grew redder,Taliesin did not hide the smirk that played on her lips as she spoke ”an unlocked door is just another invitation, besides i did need to let him know i was going and it would have been irritating to speak through a closed door while you were making so much noise.Are you coming or not because unlock him i am not patience.”

“I am going to regret this.”Daere muttered she walked over to Taliesin, Taliesin stood there then shook her head as Daere passed her.Neither of them spoke as they made their way towards Taliesin room, Daere stopped almost but Taliesin quickly grabbed her arm.She nearly dragged her into the bedroom while she muttered ”You might think you can pull that with Fen’Harel but you are going to learn quickly that won't work with me.”

“Honestly the way you act i am surprised you were not given the title of Evanuris.”Daere remark, Taliesin let her go.She turned around and quickly locked the door, without hiding her aggression Taliesin replied”If i was in charge chances are i would give you the harshest punishment imaginable.”

“Which would be what, tranquil...i don't think that would work since my ab..” Daere stopped, Taliesin glared at her with such hatred while she growled”I don't want to hear the word tranquil again understand?No i would mess with your mind first make you think your insides are on fire, if that does not satisfied after all the shit you have pulled then i would make certain if was physical.I am certain you have heard of a bloody eagle?”

“Yes..”Daere replied slowly, she swallowed while Taliesin made her way over to her.The look did not softened as she walked past her towards a desk, only her tone grew cold”I would have made dam certain no one came to your rescue while i outright preformed that on you.”

“You are sadist are you…”Daere inquired while she turned to look at Taliesin, she opened a drawer then muttered”As my duty as a Sentinel it is our job to know all types of torments just in case it is requested for us to carry out.”

“Has...has..has Solas asked you to?”Daere asked softly,Taliesin shook her head no then answered”I am grateful he has not, but Elgar’nan has. I remember back before we were freed there was a gentleman close to your age i had to, it was not pretty and the blood..I had nightmares after doing it.”

“How bad were things back then?”Daere inquired,Taliesin pulled out a small length rope while she answered”It was much more beautiful back then, it saddens me to see the lands being eaten by this curse… falon go ahead and get undress so we can begin.

“how is undressing going to help me?”Daere inquired,she did not hide her own shock as Taliesin stated” you want my help or not?”

“Yes...but..”Daere stuttered while Taliesin stretched out the rope,Daere cursed under her breath then muttered”This is for Solas right, if i knew he was into these things i would have taken my chances down there.

“Is there a problem?”Taliesin asked,Daere looked up to see she had a small wicked smile.She shook the rope slightly back and forth while she remarked”So are you just going to stand there or can we move on with the little lessen.”

“I hate you.”Daere blurted, her hands rested on the edge of the dirty elven blouse.Taliesin smiled faded while she remarked”Well it is not my fault you dont know how to please a man properly.”

“Who said I did not.”Daere nearly snapped,Taliesin made her way over to her as her pants fall to the floor.Daere stopped and looked at Taliesin, her hand rested just above her elbow while she spoke”You might not outright admit it but you do seem like a submissive.”

“”Submissive?What are you talking about”Daere inquired, Taliesin started to place the rope on Daere bare body while she explained”A submissive is a someone that does sexual favors after being ordered. “

“So basically a servant. “ Daere pointed out , Taliesin replied.” Of sorts yes, the only difference is servants it is usually forced upon. If you want something to stop the ‘master’ would do so without the submissive having to worry about being beaten. “

“Either way this does not sound like fun.”Daere muttered,Taliesin tightened the last knot then back to study her work.She rested her hand on Daere smooth stomach allowing her green eyes to drink in the naked light skinned elf before her, softly she spoke as her hand moved to Daere soft light brown nipples.”You must say your not enjoying this but those breast of yours says differently, I wonder if i stick my own fingers in between your legs would i feel the same desiring attention moistening my fingers.”

“Honestly you don't seem to know what to do with those fingers.”Daere replied,Taliesin rested her hand on her breast.Her thumb gently tugged while she threatened.”Falon, don't give me more of a reason drag you down the hall into the dark cells.”

“Wait there are cells here...like prison cells...” Daere remarked slowly,Taliesin did not look at her while her thumbs twist Daere’s nipple gently.Daere clenched her teeth together as a small pain shot through her her body,slowly Taliesin looked up at Daere. She smirk seeing Daere discomfort, softly she spoke”You will get used to this I promise, if you can being stabbed then being step on certainly this came be some burden to you.”

“Your enjoying this to much.”Daere stated, Taliesin slowly leaned in closer while she muttered”Oh yes, you took away the one thing that had help me years ago.So I don't see much harm really trying to understand why he has decided to be with you.”

“Won’t he get mad that we are doing this.”Daere muttered, Taliesin replied”What he does not know wont hurt him, besides there will be days he will be gone to help the others we will be left to deal with our own desires.”

Taliesin kissed Daere gently on the lips then pulled back as the two creaked their eyes, she muttered”Your lips are soft, how come you're not pulling away from me like you do with Fen’Harel?”

“I guess i am just more familiar with another woman's body.”Daere replied,Taliesin murmured” Then it should make things easier for us,but do you even want to be with him?”

“Of course...I love him..”Daere answered.

Taliesin pulled back slowly.Her green eyes studied Daere as she questioned”Do you even understand loving someone?”

“Yes, why do you ask me this?”Daere could feel a slight anger weighing heavily on her heart,Taliesin touched Daere cheek gently while she pressed”I meant no harm in asking, just your body language speaks differently then it does when Fen’Harel is around. Did something happen to you?”

“Can you please stop, i think we are done clearly there is nothing you want to teach me.” Daere slightly growled, she knew her eyes were starting to harden as Taliesin studied her face. A small sigh slipped through Taliesin lips before she remarked ”If something did happen you might want to talk about it so it does not interfere with your relationship, Fen’Harel might boost his ego claiming the ‘spirits’ told him everything but just like the other Evanuris he does not know everything. Now go kneel in front of the bed, you are right after all i did ask you to come in here so you can learn.”

“Can i ask why you would even consider something happen?”Daere inquired,Taliesin replied”Like i said i was a Sentinel to another, i know the signs when one of the servants were abused by one of them...in truth we were not excused from it either.The one thing anthony was right to teach you is yes you need to hate them for their brutally, but there is good in a few of them since they don't let their title change them.”

“How long are you going to keep me like this.”Daere inquired,Taliesin rested her hands on her shoulder.She pressed her nose against Daere’s then demanded ”Falon, we are killing the night go to the bed like i had asked.If you are a good girl I will make this quick for both of us, if you dont i will leave you outside so Craven can see.”

“That is a bad joke Taliesin.”Daere replied,Taliesin green eyes stared into hers while she remarked”I am not joking, you are due for something after all you had done against us so don't tempt me.”

“You think i am horrible.”Daere muttered,she did not have to walk far towards the beds edge.Carefully she got to her knees as she heard rustling behind her,out of curiosity Daere turned her head.She did not hide her shook while Taliesin made her way past her,then sat close beside.Daere stated trying to keep the surprise out of her voice”If this is to teach me to suck a guys cock i am afraid you are missing that.”

“Hush, i did it say speak falon.”Taliesin replied as she gently hit Daere on top of her head, with ease she moved her leg over Daere head while adding”Your going to do something for me before i help you out, I told you in the beginning those ropes rubbed me the wrong way and since Fen’Harel won't be doing the honors it looks like it is up to you.”

“ honestly this was not what i thought you meant.”Daere replied, she looked at Taliesin smooth skin between her legs.Taliesin cooed softly as she used her legs to bring Daere closer.”Come on if you do this it will bring you a small step closer to my good graces.”

“Taliesin i don't believe you have any good grace within you.”Daere muttered, she leaned forward then stopped as Taliesin grabbed a fist full of her hair.Taliesin growled gently”Must i remind you whose mercy you are under, unlike Craven i won't take your attitude.”

“Could you please let go of my hair.”Daere replied,Taliesin let go while she muttered.”Only because you asked nicely, you may processed and try not to screw up doing this.If you do I will purposely push you through that eluvian in a unknown location.”

‘Don't think Solas would be happy with you if you did.’Daere thought, she pressed her mouth over Taliesin slit.A small moan filled the air as Daere felt Taliesin hand on the back of her head, Daere tongue caressed Taliesin soft bud while she slowly thrust her body. Slowly through her pants did Taliesin muttered”Oh falon if your actions were this gentle people probably would not have the urge to kill you so often.”

Daere pressed her mouth closer, she sucked on Taliesin clit gently causing Taliesin to shudder with pleasure. She could her hear Taliesin whimper then murmured while she tightened her legs slightly as she came “Oh Solas.”

Daere ears felt like they perked at the sound of his name, slowly she pulled her mouth away with Taliesin juices still lingering on her tongue. Out of curiosity Daere asked “So you do still care for him, why did you not fight to keep him? “

“Falon, certainly he has explained somethings are what they are. “Taliesin replied, she gently touched Daere cheek. Her fingertips trailed back, a slightly sigh passed through her lips while she muttered “i might not see anything special about you but So.. Fen'Harel does. Just try not to do something to lose it ok, Falon? “

“You have nothing to worry about.. now about these ropes. “Daere remarked, Taliesin blinked then nodded. She replied quickly “that's right i was focused on myself that i forgot about you. “

“Ouch, so there was really no point in this. “Daere grumbled, Taliesin giggled s she pushed back a strand of Daere's hair then replied “Alright since you did somewhat a good job i will treat you, do you need help getting up? “

“I don't think so… wait what do you mean’ somewhat good job’, apparently i did a good enough job for you to call out my vhenan name. “Daere stated, she lifted herself up slowly. Taliesin remarked while her hand rested on Daere's body. “ if you can get me screaming your name then i would give you credit, besides at this rate i think you need a gag. “

“Hey, why do i need.. “ Daere allowed her words to trail , she felt Taliesin fingers slip between her slit while a soft moan got caught at the back of her throat. Taliesin grinned slightly, her hands gently thrust in a rhythm while she spoke “you talk to much that is why, now hush and enjoy yourself but don't come too quickly.”

“Yes Taliesin. “Daere murmured softly, she tilted her head to the side as a moan floated pasted her lips. She could feel Taliesin lips wrap themselves on her nipples as a slight shocking sensation developed gently on her clit. Daere inquired softly, the pleasure building within her body “Taliesin.. what… what are.. what are you doing.. “

“He might be a bit hesitate intruding you to a little rough play, but i promise you this will make him happy. “Taliesin muttered, she nipped Daere nipple gently then move to her other perked nipple. With the same soft tone she added” besides by the feel the way your body is quivering you are enjoying yourself are you not? "

“Yes but… creators.. oh..” Daere felt the familiar sensation building while Taliesin mouth pulled away, without warning Taliesin grabbed under Daere leg, she raised it onto the edge of the bed nearly causing Daere to fall. She steadily her body resting both her hands on Daere arse while she pressed her lips just at the entrance causing Daere to whimpered softly, she tried to move her arms to touch Taliesin only to have the ropes stop her. A curse spilled out of her lips while Taliesin played on her bud. “Creators Taliesin “Come on falon, don't tell me your have not once consider doing this. “Taliesin moan, she moves one of her hands to the back of Daere's leg. Carefully not waiting for Daere to answer she brought Daere knee closer to her own entrance, with shallow thrusts Taliesin continued her tongue assault. Daere could not fight the build up no more as she begged “Taliesin please let, it is driving me crazy. “

“Come then.” Taliesin pulled back to order, as Daere felt Taliesin tongue return the rush from ber climax took hold. Her cries bounced of the slightly room while Taliesin body shuddered in her own pleasure, Daere stood there trying to keep herself steady. Taliesin broke the silence as she pulled away. “I think lesson one was a success, don’t you? “

“I am thinking i am going to have a hard time explaining to him that i am taking bondage lessons from his ex girlfriend.”Daere remarked, Taliesin stood keeping her own body close to Daere’s.She replied while resting her hands on the knots behind Daere”I think he would be ok with it, beside would it not be better for you sleeping with another woman that is close to him or with a guy half the time he can't stand.

“Honestly i can see your point.” Daere stated, she leaned in to kiss Taliesin back on the lips tasting her own juices as Taliesin kissed her back.”

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“Please tell me you’re joking Solas would never do that. “Daere stated softly,the sun's rays filled the kitchen while she rested her hands on the side of her half drunken tea.Taliesin put her cup down as she replied trying not to laugh at the thought“He did actually, it was kind of funny even worse Craven got stuck in the bucket he was sitting on. It took us half an hour before we could free him then we ran out of there while her sentiniels chased us half a mile it seems“
“ tell me you did not tell her that story. “Craven groaned with annoyance, he walked into the kitchen still half asleep as Taliesin replied“Come on Craven you had to admit it was pretty clever for Fen’Harel did to Andruil temple back then. “

“i see you guys are up. “Solas remarked, he stopped in the doorway while the other two muttered“Morning Fen’Harel.”

“Morning emma lath. “Daere replied softly, she got up from her seat and made her way over to him as he gave her a soft smile.She stopped in front of him with her arms resting in front of her giving him a innocent look,Solas reached out to her while she leaned in to kiss him on the lips. He replied to her quietly“morning ma vhenan, ir abelas i did not mean for you to sleep alone but i had to make certain no one harmed the Tevinter or the others in fact.“

“Thank you for allowing them to stay, i should be the one to apologizing...i know it is not what you would have done but it was the right thing to do Daere explain,she lowered her gaze slightly as his lips brushed her forehead then stated” i was not planning to go back on my word, in this day and age we need to help one another and forget our past differences.“

“Wait a minture“Craven exclaimed, he paused then looked at them in shock.Finally he asked“Fen’Harel you allowed a Tevinter stay with the others.. in fact did i just walk in with Taliesin having an actual conversation with Daere?“

“Stop being an ass Craven.” Taliesin replied, she got while picking up the empty glasses as Solas looked at Craven.
With a slight order Solas replied, “Just go get your gear on Craven, you are going to make certain they make it safe back to tarasyl’an te’las.Not only you but some of the emerald knights are going to be under your command, you are to gather all the information you can on our enemy then return through the closest eluvian that has not been corrupted.”

“Now i know i am dreaming..you want me to be in command of a few knights? “inquired Craven, he looked at them with concern.Daere noticed the scar just above his lip while Solas spoke.”

“Craven, i really need you to not screw this up later i will be talking to Mythal about these people.Felassan is already out with a small scouting party checking to see if there is a way to modify the wards she we don't have any more surprises.”

“I won't let you down Fen’Harel .” Craven replied with a slight nod,he walked out of the room while Daere etched herself closer to Solas.The seem of pine filled her nostrils as she closed her eyes,Daere could not hide the soft smile as she thought’ Maybe we can go back and enjoy the forest floor this time.’

“Taliesin.”Solas asked Daere kissed the base of his neck catching him by surprise, he cleared his throat while he repeated strongly”Taliesin.”

“Yes Fen’Harel. “Taliesin inquired not looking up from what she was doing,he fought to keep his voice steady as he stated“It is not like i am not thankful but Craven has pointed something out that is making me concern about the two of you. “

“What can i say you told me to try to get along with her so that is what we did.”Taliesin answered,Daere’s body stiffen quickly.Solas noticed her and looked down, he saw the marks instantly on the base of her collar bone.With a sigh he growled”Taliesin, why is there rope burns on her?

“we just tried to find some common ground. “Taliesin answered, Daere looked up at him.His voice was sharper then before”When i said to find common group it did not mean have her tied up while you went to bed

“It is not as you think..” Daere tried to explain,the guilt riddled her face as Taliesin stated“I was trying to get her use to the bondage method you like so much,honestly i thought i was going to have more trouble but she seemed dripping wet by the time i got the last knot on her. “

“I think i am going to die.”Daere eyes went wide while she muttered, she could feel her face growing red. Solas jawbone flexed, he remarked sharply“Taliesin when i said the two of you to get along i did not mean that!”

“Dont be mad at her, it is not like she forced me to go..i just wanted to make certain you were satisfied.”Daere tried to keep her tone steady but she knew her voice had cracked, Daere took a breath then rested her hand on his cheek.He studied her face, softly he asked “are you comfortable with it? I mean when i sent them to free you, you did not look to happy being tied.“

“It is something new to me with some bad thoughts but if it is something your into i guess i can get myself into it. “Daere explained, in the back of her mind she wondered’ Could i get used to this?’

“Fen’Harel both of you have not had a successful outing,so take this time with each other. i can head to Dirtheman and talk to him about her if you like. “Taliesin offered,Solas opened his mouth to answer but Craven stunned voice stopped him“Fen’Harel why is it when i flirt with the women you get on my case, but Taliesin sleeps with you vhenan she does not get into trouble. “

“Craven did i not ask you to do something. “Solas nearly tripped on his words,slowly Solas looked in the doorway.Craven started to protest while Solas tried to get over his own shock“Yes but…”

“If you are not meeting up with Felassan in 10 seconds i promise you there is griffin duty in your future , it has been awhile since someone did a theral check there. “Solas threatened,Craven remarked quickly“Forget i asked. “

“Taliesin. “Solas start then stopped, she stopped in her tracks while she looked at the two an asked “Yes Fen’Harel? “

“ both of you... “Solas started again, Daere caught the slight hurt in his voice causing her to confess.“Solas i came here because i wanted to be with you, my last thought i had was that i was never going to see you again. I was afraid even if i was in peace dieing with my brother, it hurt me knowing i was leaving something good behind if that is what you are thinking, i love you and i wish there was more i could prove it...even if i still have my doubts about our relationship.”

“You don't have to do anything to prove, hearing them coming from you is enough.”Solas stated, Daere smile softly.Taliesin turned her head quickly, she walked out of the room without another word while he muttered”I missed being with you last night, a lot of thoughts crossed my mind that i had to stop myself from running backup here to check to see if everything was going ok”

“You can see we are alright..I was wrong to judge Taliesin as quickly as i have, i see she has been through enough and i have not been helping.”Daere replied,Solas stated”you dont know how happy it makes me to hear you say that.”

“That i was wrong?Clearly if that makes you happy i got a whole list i can happily admit i was wrong about, like this one time..”Daere started, he pressed his finger on her lips while he muttered“Don’t be a smartass and ruin the moment, i am happy to know the both of you can be trusted alone here and hope this continues..just be careful not to allow what you two are doing develop into something more serious.Now about what she taught you, how far did you two go?”

“Curious pup aren't you, Fen’Harel.”Daere murmured,he flinched at the name while he rested his hands on her waist.Softly he spoke to her as he nipped her ear“If it involves my future bride and one of my trusted Sentinel then yes i am curious.”

“Well it was not much of a lessen, she was more distracted with her own needs then really doing much ‘teaching’.”Daere confessed, Solas slowly guided her to the wall a soft groan escaped his lips as he kissed her.Slowly he pulled back, he muttered”I am not to surprised to hear that.”

“I am assuming you are having some thoughts of your own.”Daere replied,Solas let a devilish grin rest on his face while he replied”I was hoping before anything we could make up for our missing night, but i guess Taliesin beat me to it.”

“Solas, she might be good with her fingers i think i would prefer having your harden cock over that any day.”Daere replied with a slight coil,he pressed his body against hers then thrust once.She could feel his arousal through the thin layer of their clothes, softly she added”It does not take you much to turn you on does it?”

“I will admit it was a really long night trying to keep my thoughts in order, you don't realize how much wanting to hear your sound makes me want to..”Solas did not finish, his mouth quickly claimed hers.A soft moan muffled from her while she rested her arms on his shoulder,Daere broke the kiss quickly then muttered”We can't do this here..what if someone else walks in?”
“Everyone is busy, besides i don't plan to drag this to long we are going back.”Solas replied,his hands wondered to her belt then rested on the met buckling.He waited for her,Daere looked towards the doorway.She felt the need for him build between her legs,finally she looked back at him and stated”I am yours to take Fen’Harel.”

“there is other ways you can say just fuck me, vhenan.”Solas replied, his hands worked tirelessly as he undid her belt. A soft thumb filled the room while he leaned in to kiss her gently on the lips, slowly he pulled back Daere murmured”I dont know why but Fen’Harel has such a taste to it now.”

“You really do know how to make things awkward now dont you?”Solas remarked,Daere softly giggled then stated”I thought that was one of the reason why you have been so insisting i stay.”

“vhenan...”Solas muttered but stopped as she kissed him lustfully, a soft moan trapped in her throat while he tightened his grip.Solas moved his hand under her elven blouse he gently cupped his hands on her breast.Daere tugged at his belt, carefully she freed his member.Softly she inquired”my ancestors are probable rolling in their graves by now.”

“Or pride of you.”Solas replied,slowly he leaned in then nipped her lip while he moved his hand from under her shirt.Daere stated”No something tells me the are rolling in their graves wondering what possessed me to start doing this with you.”

“Sounds to me you are starting to regret it.”Solas remarked, she looked up.They gaze caught for a slight second while she replied”I dont regret the choice i made..just…”

“Stop that thought there.”Solas demanded,Daere nodded then smiled as she replied”I know..i have nothing to worry about.”

“Good.”Solas remarked, he leaned in and kissed her neck gently.His hand moved to her leg, slowly he lifted his shift pressed closer to core.Daere closed her eyes as she felt him enter her,with a soft grunt Solas thrust his body forward.She allowed her moans to fill the empty kitchen,he muttered softly close to her ear”I think this was well worth the wait.”

“Creators,Solas..”Daere nearly whimper but could not finish as he gripped the other side of her leg,Solas pushed her rough against the wall.He quickened his pace while he pressed his mouth over hers,Daere gripped his shoulder tightly for support.Slowly she buried her head into his chest, he gripped the walls behind while her body slightly shook through her climax.Daere could feel his seed release within her while he steadied his body over hers.Softly he muttered close to her ear.”when the time is right i want...i would like us to get bonded..we can talk to Mythal or Sylaise to see if they are willing.”

“Is that what you have been thinking about last?”inquired Daere while she looked up at him, she could not hide the shock on her face as he let go of one of her legs.

Solas remarked softly, ”Seeing the others with their loved ones I realized i want the same.”

“Do you realize what your asking from me?It you have not noticed i am not the best in the books, let alone i don't think we...”Daere nearly choked on her words, she stopped upon seeing the seriousness on his face.Gently he brush back a strand of her brown hair, he replied”Just think about it, i know it feels things are moving fast but it feels like it has been an eternity since i felt like this.I told you i would do anything necessary to keep you safe.”

“Solas..I can’t.”Daere answered, she could see the disappointment quickly cross his eyes.Slowly he leaned in and kiss her forehead while he muttered”i understand.”

“Your mad though...arent you?”Daere inquired, Solas adjusted his limp member as Taliesin cleared her throat.Softly she spoke”I know you to are having a ‘moment’, but Dirtheman seemed to busy to even bother with Daere. Also they’re having a bit of trouble leaving so you might want to hurry and check to see what is holding them, some of our people are starting to get more nervous with that Tevinter lingering.”

“We were about to head, and thank you Taliesin ir abelas if i am asking to much from you.”Solas stated, Daere bent over and fixed her pants before tightening the belt while he walked away from her.Taliesin followed him with her gaze, she waited until he was out of ear shot before she commented”Wow, not only do you have him head over heels you manage to hurt him with a simple answer.Can i ask do you take pleasure playing with people emotion that way?”

“It is not like that, Taliesin.” Daere nearly snapped,Taliesin looked at her.Daere clenched her teeth together recognizing the sharpness in her green eyes, coldly Taliesin inquired”Then what is it?”

“One it just does not feel right still the fact i know how you feel about him,you can deny it all you want but i know you would hate me more then you do now if I had said yes...also...I just don’t think i am right for him.If others hated me..what stops him from lying to me as well?”Daere replied,Taliesin softened her own gaze while she spoke.”How much did they put you through!?! It should not matter how i feel in fact i am happy if we have our little ‘side’ lessens and I am able to get some tension off but you..when we came across you… you were not this annoying, troublesome maybe but not this. If it is because your starting to unravel then find a way to balance it.I know the two of you are just going to be having around in revasan, take that chance to explain to him what is bothering you..if you want to go through with what he had asked tell him yes.Don’t think of me, i will be fine.”

W“it is not just that.”Daere softly added,Taliesin studied her as she continued ”it feels like it is a cycle and i am afraid, each time i have found some sense of peace something bad happens… someone dies...to the point i feel like i am nothing but a curse to others.I am trying to accept the fact maybe this time it is different… but deep down i just feel something wrong is stirring.”

“or you could be thinking to much, look when the two of you get back i better not see him in despair do you hear me?Or i will make damn certain next time he is gone that your stay here is unpleasant.”Taliesin sneered, Daere walked over to her as she muttered”I am certain what you are considering is not as unpleasant as what i had to go through.”

“And what does that mean?”Taliesin growled,Daere stopped in her tracks. Slowly looked at Taliesin as a small hatred flare flickered in her eyes, softly she spoke”It is best you or anyone don’t know.”

Taliesin straightened her posture, she swallowed as her eyes followed Daere while she walked up the steps.Daere closed her eyes and took a breath, she looked up the stairway then paused. Taliesin could be heard threatening behind her.”You better resolve this quickly, whatever it is you are allowing to burden yourself with.If you don’t you won't be just harming yourself but Fen’Harel as well will suffer,is that what you want?”

“He won't have to suffer.”Daere replied as she turned her head slightly,she could see Taliesin clinging to the stairway railings while she remarked”He better not, if he does there will not be any mercy from me.”

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“Solas..”Daere nearly whispered as they made their way further away from the eluvian, the sun lingered high in the sky while a small breeze brush back some strands of her hair.Even if he was holding onto her hand Daere felt the uneasiness that lingered between the two while the made their way towards the gathering carts close to the gates, without looking at her he muttered ”Something wrong?”

“Look it is not you it is just you cannot expect someone to say yes this quickly...” Daere started, Solas stop to look at her causing her to pause.Softly he spoke while he took her hand“I am not mad, it was my fault for asking the question to begin with. “

“But you need a reason do you not? “ Daere inquired, part of her was relieved not to see the disappointment that had lingered since they had arrived, but it pained her to see the sadness despite his charming forced smile.He spoke gently to her”It would be nice to have one but i want you to do so when your ready not when Taliesin decides she needs to get down your throat because you told me no.“

“You heard?” Daere inquired, Solas admitted while he nodded “You two were not trying to keep it quiet going down the halls, but it seems even if the two of you had a night things will take longer then expected for the both of you to get along.”

“Solas i don't think we will.”Daere blurted, he replied as the inquisitor noticed them.”I fear you may be right on that but she has always been with me since the beginning, I am not going to choice between you two.”

“I don't expect you to…” Daere started but stopped,the inquisitor walked over to them with one of the emerald knights by her side.Solas turned around to see why, he calmly asked “what seems to be the problem? “

“Fen'Harel, forgive me i know you wanted them gone but how can we trust them to not return?”a emerald knight inquired causing the inquisitor to sigh,Solas looked at the covered weapons that were freshly stocked he then looked back not hiding his frustration in his tone“That is why i am sending Craven with a few of you.”

“Are you certain that is wise Fen'Harel, we are running low on watchers ourselves because of those things out there. “another stated, Daere groaned as she wondered’ i really pray i don't end up in Solas position.’

“I gave you an order do not question it, beside we already work things out.Once you return to tarasyla’an te’las, we had discussed that you are to gather any information you can on the enemies weaknesses then find the closest eluvian to return here.”

“Tarasyla’an..excuse me” the inquisitor inquired.

Solas explain, ”forgive me tarasyla’an te’las is what we call Skyhold.”

“How would you know about Skyhold if you never been there?the inquisitor Inquired,Daere let go of Solas while he replied” That temple you shemlens have been using close to that castle used to be own by myself and Mythal, we abandoned after we saw no use for them.”

“You won't have to worry about a thing Fen’Harel, we would have left but they were giving me an earful about being in charge.”Craven replied as he rubbed the back of his neck nervously while he approached them,Solas nodded slightly while Craven turned his attention to Daere.He remarked”Try to stay out of trouble will you.”

“I promise your people will be treated with the same respect as my own. “The inquisitor tried to insure him.

Solas replied”the only thing I can do is hold you to your word.”

“how far is this..place Solas?”Daere inquired, they watched as Craven and the Inquisitor started to walk back to the carts.He answered while he turned to look at her”Maybe three or fours days if they don't run into any trouble,Craven knows how to fade walk so there should not be any problems to get any word from them if there is.Shall we proceed?”

‘now i am curious why you were insisting to return here,what thoughts do you have going through that head of yours Solas?’Daere wonder, he tugged on her hand gently as they made their way into further towards the enclosed forest.It did not take long before she heard him say with relief”Ma serranas vhenan.”

‘Did he just thank me.’thought Daere, she looked at him and asked”Why are you thanking me? I did not realized i did something to be thanked for.“

“I was worried you would have taken this chance to run off. “Solas admitted he squeezed her hand gently his thumb stroked slightly while she remarked”I did not think i was that predictable or problematic..alright maybe i am a bit naive and pulls some stupid stunts but i just...i don't think i would be ready to be out there facing the threats just yet.”

“I was hoping you would say you were not wanting to face the dangers period vhenan.”Solas remarked, he stop then pulled her close,Daere blinked a couple of times then smile softly as she spoke”i don't think i could ever get used to this, even if i know i should just all of this feels odd..am i really alive or was i never brought back from the dead?”

“Don't think about it, but if you want an answer yes this is real both the good that is here and the bad that's beyond these walls.”Solas remarked, he brought her close to her in a embrace as in the distance the sound of elven children playing could be heard close. They listened while he pressed his back against the tree,Solas tightened his grip then loosened while he spoke ”Try not to shy off, part of me is still hoping that mind set of yours changes once we arrive.”

“Fen'Harel i figure you must be resting, I did not think you were serious bring her back this quickly after last night.Do the two of you need help arranging the ceremony?” a elven woman voice caused Daere to look up at Solas, she pulled away from him as he stiffened his body.He did not hide his disappointment.”We are not Flidais, she turned it down.”

“I thought for certain..ir abelas i didn't mean..”Flidais face grew red from embarrassment, she cleared her throat then held out her hand firmly while stating”I am Flidais, and seeing that your with Fen'Harel i am assuming your Daere..unless he decided to pick up another elven woman on the way down.”

“Wait...how often does exchange bed with people.”Daere inquired, her eyes went wide then narrowed while she turned to look at Solas.He cleared his throat while he remarked in defense”It is not what you are thinking.”

“relax Fen’Harel is more trustworthy to be in bed with then the others.”Flidais remarked, she grabbed Daere arm.She quickly added as they made their way towards a clearing”even if you had turned him down we are still having the festivities.”

“Festivals?what are you celebrating?Daere inquired,Flidais paused then looked at Solas with questioning in her bright blue eyes.Softly she asked”Fen’Harel…”

“Don’t look at me falon, it seems Anthony has been skipping on a lot of our history and went straight to teaching them to hate us.”Solas stated,Flidais shook her head then explained”Today marks the century anniversary this place was built for us, those who oppose being captive to the others called upon Mythal. Fen’Harel lead us to these lands with the help of…”

“Why are you looking at me like that, if that is the case then why is Taliesin not down here?” Daere inquired.

the village came into view as Flidais explained” Because if it was not for the help of Sarff Fen’Harel may not have this place built before more of our people suffered, it is still sad Craven sister could not last one more day in Andruil's hands.Taliesin hates having to be reminded of all we have lost, she blames herself for those who died while they tried to make their escape with herself and Craven.”

“All of you are close, aren't you?”Daere inquired she stopped suddenly, her thoughts quickly drifted ’If that is the case i really don't belong here.’

“Vhenan,i know that looked.”Solas remarked,Daere looked at Solas. She replied as Solas wrapped his hand around her waist.”What look?I am not going to shy off or anything just…”

“Then stop thinking and relax there is nothing for you to worry about.”Solas softly scolded,Flidais remark”You two won't be able to enjoy yourself if your thinking about the things outside.”

“I know..just..forget.”Daere stated, she tried to relax as they entered the busy village.Homes nestled in the trees not disturbed by the slight wind, the bridges slightly danced while she muttered”How...this place...Solas..”

“I think she is speechless Fen'Harel.”Flidias remarked,Solas added playfully”Honestly this is more of a reaction i got from her since i brought her back, i guess i should not have to expect much realizing now the timing was bad.”

“The cities i have never seen then t this...lively..and the spirits how is it possible they sustain their forms being down here?”Daere inquired, she turned to look at Solas.A smile pressed on his lips, he looked past her to the village while he answered ”It was not easy in the beginning, but over the years we managed as the others feuding amongst themselves for power, welcome to Revas a place no slave nor servant has to worry about the Evanuris rule.

“Why didn't he tell me about this place?”Daere asked more to herself,the confusion crossed her face as children ran by them.One shouted out loud”Can’t catch me.”

“If your talking about Cecil i have mention we had our problems, but Anthony there was not much of an excuse we had offered for him to stay after she had died.”Solas explained, Flidais gasped softly then asked”Fen'Harel did you tell her what happened?”

”She needed to know sooner or later what had happen, in truth i am glad June made a comment because i don't think I could have held it back myself”Solas admitted, there was a pause before he continue as his eyes shifted slightly while he changed the subject” Flidais is there anything I can help you with to finish getting things ready.”

“Yes of course...just tell me what to do and I can help as well.”Daere stated, she turned to look at Flidais.She remarked while looking at Daere.

Carefully she replied”It won't be necessary for the two of you, but if you like I think there is a small issue with the wolves we found that survived the other night.”

“Very well”Solas remarked, Flidais wasted no time adding as the three started to walk.”There is one more thing, some of the emerald knights have been reporting of a strange creature roaming close to the forest pond.The spirits and animals don't seem bothered by it, but our people are concern that the creature is not friendly.”

“Solas if there is something these people are worried about should we not check it out?”Daere asked, he looked at her then sighed.Solas did not hide his annoyance in his tone while he muttered”You cannot rest can you.”

“Emma lath you should know that answer by now.”Daere remarked,Solas stated”Very well it will wait, the wolves won't though.”

“Ma serannas Solas, i know i should not tell you how to run things here”Daere start but stopped herself,Flidais started laughing at her.She wasted no time commenting “She really does have you on your toes doesn't she Fen'Harel, a lot more than Taliesin did”

“Ir abelas.”Daere muttered, her cheek grew warm slightly not even the cool fall breeze could ease her embarrassment.Solas noticed her discomfort then reassured her”Your ok, it just shows you can be a wise leader when you want to..we just need to get over whatever brought you down to begin with.”

“Nothing brought me down...i just..try to stay out of everyone's ways so not to do the wrong thing.”Daere remarked,Flidais looked at her.She muttered as few of their people watched them ”Taliesin was not kidding about you, even if you have her facial features you seem more beaten then Sarff was.”

“Isolation with a lot of discipline even if not noticeable can do alot of damage to anyones mental state.”Solas explained,Daere remarked” it was just a way to live...to not be afraid to lay down your life when the time came.”

“And Anthony taught you two this?Fen'Harel is this the very same Anthony that you snagged from Dirthamen?”Flidais inquired in surprise,Solas answered”Sadly yes, and that is not all he was teaching the two.”

“That is right where is…”Flidais started, Solas quickly replied sharply, but Daere knew the question before she could finish ”Don't ask that,Flidais ”

“If Taliesin told you who i was then you should already know he never made it here, for some strange reason Dirtheman threatened his brother to bring me back from the dead.”Daere felt her words quickly change to the lie as she spoke,Flidais replied grumbling the last part as they reached the kennels”I thought it was just rumor, i would be concern if Dirtheman is the one that wanted to spare you.Truth be told any of the others you should be concern, they hardly do anything out of the goodness of their heart..if they had one.”

“Fen'Harel, i was not certain you were going to be able to make it.” a emerald knight remark, he made his way to the three as they stopped. Daere looked at Solas as he replied” please explain to me why I would not check on everyone's well being.”

“Forgive me, you must want a report... some of the wolves that were brought back are not doing so good, i don't want to euthanize so many but we don't know what will happen to those that were infected since we already seen what happen to our own men.” the emerald knight explained, Daere walked on past him.Her gaze rested upon a massive black fur separated from the kennels, slowly she made her way once realizing it was one of the wolves. The massive beast laid there with his eyes closed, Daere noticed the chain rested around his neck as she got closer.Carefully she got to her knees, she observed the wolf breathing before reaching out to him.The emerald knight voice warned from his spot “I would not stand too close to him, the wolf is seperated for a reason.”

“Why, I thought all the wolves were the same….” Daere replied with her hand just inches to his nose, without warning the wolf snapped open his eyes then lunged at her.Daere fall back quickly, her heart pounding in her ears as the chain held the wolf jaws inches from her.She swallowed while her body slightly trembled, she could hear Solas demanded”move away before he hurts you.”

“It is ok..”Daere muttered more to herself then to the other, she checked her arm then looked back at the wolf.He lowered his head and growled deeply, baring his white fangs at her.She could hear the knight remark”This is probably the fifth one that has turn violent like this even if there is no noticeable wounds,I know you don't like the idea but we might have to put that one down with the rest.

“Is there no other way to help them?”Solas asked,he turned his attention back to his emerald knight as Daere took a deep breath.She kept her eyes on the animal as she slowly advanced to him, she softened her tone while resting her hand on his head“There…you can relax, there was nothing you could have done to save your company .I know it is hard but you need to gather that strength, there are people here that still need you to protect them.”

”How did she…”she could hear the emerald knight muttered but stopped as the wolf opened his mouth, without warning the wolf bite down on Daere shoulder.She flinched a little upon feeling the teeth scraping on her skin, their eyes met as he let out another growl. Solas ordered dryly as they watched the wolf bite harder“Daere please move away from the wolf”

“Solas it is ok...he is just depressed, i don't think he really want to do any harm”Daere replied softly, she ignored the pain in her shoulder as he finally released his grasp on her. The wolf whimpered softly while she got to her feet, he licked her hand and wagged his tail as she muttered”It is hard but you will get through this.”

“You’re insane.”the emerald knight muttered, she walked over to them then stopped.Solas reached out, his fingers touched the loose fragments then looked at her”You got lucky, the wolf didnt break the skin but that was incredibly foolish to do.One is because you expect me to let you fight with the others and two Taliesin is not going to be happy this is the third blouse you ruined.”

“Honestly would prefer torn clothes over a innocent life lost.”Daere stated,the emerald knight quickly suggested“Do you think you can do that with the others we have.”

“Absolutely not. “Solas growled, he glared at the knight for his question as Daere replied“No...if they are injured they will soon succumb to the disease...but this one here there is nothing physically wrong...could you please consider removing the chains off of him.”

“Fen'Harel..”the knight started, Solas quickly replied”We will come back for him, i don't mind taking him with us when we leave.This way i can watch how he recovers and so no one here has to get hurt.”

“Of course Fen'Harel.”The knight nodded, Flidais looked at Daere then shook her head.Slowly they started to make their way to the center of the village, the smell of roasted nug quickly filled the air as the sun set in front of them.The air quickly filled with elven chatter the closer they got, no one pay them much attention as the made their way to a secluded area close to the forest entrance. Flidais remarked as Daere took a sit on a rottened log.”I will be back.”

“Is this a common thing?”Daere inquired,Solas replied as a elven woman came by”Even if i had asked them not to they still do this each year, sometimes Mythal is present when she is not to busy.”

“here you go Fen'Harel.”The woman muttered,she handed Solas a couple of cups then looked at Daere as she spoke, ”Aneth ara falon.”

“Aneth…”Daere tried to say back but the elven woman walked off as Solas handed her the second cup, she blinked a couple of times at the odd behavior.Solas took a drink as she asked”Did i do something wrong?”

“No.”Solas remarked, he turned to look at her then asked ”Don't the shemlens do things like this, you seem nervous..I know the dalish tried to keep things close to tradition as much as they can.”

“Even if they did we avoided it after a small incident.”Daere admitted, there was a pause before she asked”I am assuming this is one of those ‘I was milking the truth and trying to make up for it’ sort of moment?”

“Yes,i see you remember more than what you are letting on...so it seems we are both guilty of something,what caused you guys to avoid it.” Solas remarked, Daere looked down at her cup.She softly admitted”It was my fault, we were with the dalish when things just happened. Anthony was talking to the keeper trying to seek out some help while Darcy and myself were playing with the others in the surrounding forest, it did not take long before the keeper apprentice got bored and started to show off his magick skills. Darcy just was not impressed by it so we just started to head back to where the others were, but...i guess i was just the closest person he could reach so he grabbed me by the arm…”Daere stopped herself, she shook her head then muttered as she shoved the memory back “After that things just is a blur..just i learned they were right it is better to be on my own”

“Vhenan, did he do something to harm you?”Solas asked,Daere slowly looked at him she knew her eyes were cold as she answered”Tried would probably be the key word you're looking for, he was the first person i had to kill..even if it was self defense when they found his body they knew i did it.We were forced to leave because they even thought I was a demon because of the abilities they could not begin to describe, a few days after that I overheard Cecil talking about taking Darcy and me off his hands…”

‘Cecil..how could have forgotten that? I wonder if there was anything…’Daere thought as she stopped again, she studied Solas face while she remarked”Solas i think we need to head to Amaranthine tomorrow...there is somethings I think you and the others would want back, hopefully they are still there”

“Alright, I did promise we would go back...do you remember what they were talking about?”Solas pressed, she could see something in his eyes dim as she lied”No, ir abelas after that it is a blank.”

“i should be the one to apologizing, in truth i brought you down here to enjoy yourself but so far you have been bitten by one of the wolves and made you remember something unpleasant.” Solas remarked.

Daere leaned in and kissed him on the lips as she muttered”Solas this is fine, besides even if that did not happen there is so much i can take being around people.Something about being in a crowd just does not feel right for me, even at times i know it can be fun.”

“Want to go explore a little more?”Solas inquired, their nose touched each other gently as she forced a soft smile.”I would like that but is it not rude to leave your own party Fen'Harel.”

“I should bite you for the Fen'Harel comment since i thought we were making progress, but seeing something already beat me to it i think other things are in order.”Solas muttered,Daere snickered as she sat the cup down.She stated playfully”Your horrible, I am starting to see why Craven is such a pervert.”

“there is a difference between what i do and what he does vhenan, lets go.”Solas remarked as he gently help her up to her feet, no one noticed while they vanished back into the woods.Daere kept her pace with him as best as she could while they ran further away, suddenly the ground gave way underneath them. She burst out laughing once she realized she was on her back, softly she asked, “Solas how much did you have to drink?”

“Not much, but it is good to hear you laughing and not having that scold.” Solas replied, he crawled on top of her then pinned her arms above her head. Slowly he leaned in to kiss her on the lips, Daere tasted the wine from earlier linger on his lips as he pulled back. They looked at each before he leaned in again,softly he muttered ”I want to see more of this from you, i wish you realize how much it makes this job more easier just by coming back to see your smiling face.”

“As long as i am with you..you will always see it.”Daere murmured resting her hands on his chest.

Solas whispered back as he started to kiss her neck”Good.”

Daere turned her head slightly to give him easy access then stiffened her body, her gaze fall upon a fox like creature staring at the both of them from a distance.Softly she remarked”Solas i think i see what the others are afraid of.”

“impossible, there should not be..”He muttered while he followed her gaze, the fox slowly turned away then vanished into the darkness as she sat up.They sat there for a few seconds before Daere commented”I guess we were not alone after all.”

“As much it is against my best interest, i would like to know what that was and how it got in.”Solas stated, he got off carefully then stood.The crickets chirped in a distance as Daere sat there, she remarked softly with a sigh ”I know dont move.”

“I will be back, if anything rejoin the others if you sense something wrong”Solas stated, he looked back at her then back to the direction the fox had vanished.Without another word he left her sitting in the grass to investigate ,Daere brought her hands to her arms and looked up at the stars that had appeared in the clear night sky .

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“Give me five more minutes.”Daere groaned, she covered her head with her pillow as she turned to her side.Solas touched her bare arm, his cold metal armor caused her to open her eyes while he replied“Vhenan i would but Dirtheman starting to grow impatience.”

“but i thought we were heading back?” Daere growled not hiding her irritation,she moved the pillow from her face and glared at him in the corner of her eyes.Solas remarked “We are, the only way i could figure to make up yesterday was agree to allow him to occupy us while we check out these books.”

“Don't i have a say in this...wait why Dirtheman i thought he was suppose to go anywhere Falon’Din went...please don't tell me Falon’Din is coming as well” Daere stated, tightly she held the bedcovers as she sat up in their shared bed. Solas stepped back while he explained, “Normally yes, but you don't have to worry. Falon’Din won't be with us what you need to worry about is wearing something that won't tear so easily.”

“I will...just tell me where you put the armor Cecil gave me.”Daere asked,she looked around his room then back at him. Solas fall silently as he lost color in his face causing Daere to quickly demanded, “Solas… Solas what did you do to it? Where is it?”

“ it was beyond repair so we disposed of it .”Solas replied ,Daere closed her eyes while she muttered”If i remember correctly a few arrows holes and being crash should not be a reason to dispose of someone armor isn't it.”

“Taliesin might have a hand of burning it in angry while we were gone.”Solas replied calmly.

Daere slowly looked up at him while expressing her concern ”Should i have to worry about her slipping something in my food while we are at if?Places i come from that is a sure sign someone has a murderous intent...ir abelas..just forgive i will get up but what are you suggesting i wear once we head back? ”

“Fen’Harel we have waited long enough,if she says is true we need to see if we are able to retrieve then if not she needs to come back with me so we can begin”Dirtheman sneered, he stopped in the doorway then crossed his arms as he leaned against the doorframe.Daere looked at him then snapped wishing she had one of her throwing knives to throw at him.”YOU CANNOT JUST WALK RIGHT IN HERE LIKE YOU OWN THE PLACE!”

“Dirtheman, I told you to wait with Taliesin.We will head once we figure out the armor problem.” Solas kept his cool, but they could feel the agitation in his tone. Dirtheman remarked sharply, ”That thing you have won't stop growling at me.”

‘Which one the wolf or Taliesin.’Daere thought then snickered, Solas looked at Daere as Dirtheman continued”I figured you were going to have a problem so Nimue should be here with a change for her.”

“I am going to say this as nicely as i can, get the fuck away from the door before i gore out your eyes throughs those little holes you call a nostril“Daere threatened,Dirtheman did not budge from his spot as he looked down the hall.She could tell she was getting on his nerves while he remarked”Da’len i would love to see you try, Nimue good you're finally here.”

Yes sir, i don't know if i grabbed the right size for her to wear. Taliesin made me leave the song dao in Lord Fen’Harel study, ir abelas “Nimue explained, she stopped in the doorway as he ordered“It is alright we should be passing through once she gets dressed, so just place it on Fen'Harel chair then you are dismissed “

“Yes Lord Dirtheman.”Nimue replied,Daere tightened her grip on the bedsheet as she watched Nimue make her way into the room, Daere turned her attention towards Solas. She noticed his own annoyance as his jaw clenched,Daere nearly jumped while Dirtheman barked his demand, “Hurry it up and get dressed, the sooner we see these ‘books’ you claim to have the sooner we don't risk whatever is down there.Fen’Harel you might as well join me so not to delay our departure. ”

‘Fuck you,’ Daere thought, she snapped her neck to him as she raised a middle finger in his direction,Dirtheman glared at her then left them as Solas leaned in.He kissed her on the forehead while he muttered “I know you don't like the idea with him being with us but things have gotten risky, when we are done we can head back to Revas for abit “

“Heading back there sounds nice, but if one more person walks through that door unannounced i am not responsible for what happens afterwards.” Daere half heartedly threatened, the bed creaked a little as she got out of bed.

Solas made his way towards the bedroom door while he remarked, “i prefer you did not kill anyone here please, just call out and i will take care of them i promise. “

‘i know by now it is not wise to be alone down there, but with Dirtheman here something just don't feel right.’ Daere thought, she made her way over to the chair then picked up the black leathery rogue outfit.Carefully her eyes scanned the design to find nothing admiss,as she started to dress she thought’ what is it you are playing Dirtheman?Things should not be this important for you wanting to go down there with us.’

“I guess we will find out if i am being overly cautious when we arrive.”Daere muttered,a crush down the hall made her to her head towards the doorway as Solas could be heard shouting”Taliesin that is enough!”

“Fen’Harel this behavior from your Sentinel is unexceptable, to think i helped you get her from Elgar’nan grasp “Dirtheman sneered angrily,Daere blinked a couple of times while she thought ’ at least it is not me they are mad at this time.’

“Tell yours to hold her tongue next time she is.. “Taliesin snapped, Daere shook her head as she walked across the bedroom. Slowly she opened the door to find the black wolf scratching at the closed study room door, his growls sent more shivers down her spine while Daere walked towards the agitated beast. A thought crossed her mind as she reached them ’This is not good if the morning is starting this bad”

“I am sorry pup but i dont think if your out here they want you in the room.”Daere remarked, the wolf looked at her.He backed away from the doorway while she open the door to find Nimue and Taliesin resting their blades on each others throats.Quietly with the black wolf by her side Daere watched as Solas pulled Taliesin back, Dirtheman voice nearly echoed in the small room “Nimue enough,I had ordered you to return back to the others. “

“forgive me Lord Dirtheman but i could not allow her to keep disgrace your name. “Nimue replied as she stealth her own song dao then made her way to the active eluvian,Taliesin gripped the handle of her dain dao tightly as she watched.With a frustrating growl Taliesin moved her hand,Solas gently scolded her “that was uncalled for, apologize Taliesin“

“Ir.. ir abelas Dirtheman, it won't happen again. “Taliesin growled through her teeth angrily,quickly she bow.Her long raven black hair fall over her shoulders as Dirtheman demanded ” it better not. “

“Let get going i want to see this collection Daere mentioned “Solas quickly changed the subject, Dirtheman nodded then touched the eluvian. Without uttering a word the mirrors image changed to the dead forest down below, he turned to look at them while he spoke“I can go first, Fen’Harel you don't mind going after her to deactivate the eluvian? “

“certainly“Solas replied, Dirtheman wasted no time walking through as the uneasiness grew. Daere shook her head then followed him, not long after she had arrived Dirtheman called out from the side”Come here.”

“For the last time you are not going to order me like a dog.”Daere growled, she made her way over to him while he stated”well you seem to be following orders well.”

“What is..”Daere tried to snap but stopped as he placed his hand on her cheek, her voice felt trapped within her throat while a electric surge ran through her body. Solas voice snapped her quickly back to reality as Dirtheman eyes returned to normal“Dirthamen what did you just to her.”

“To keep her from attack when she woke i block her connection to the void“Dirtheman explain, he lowered his hand then back up as she blinked a couple of times. Her body felt as alive once more with the feel of the veneration power starting to dance on her fingertips, she looked at her hand ready to threaten him but stopped as he held out a pair of song dao.Sharply he muttered “Here.”

“Your giving me weapons?”Daere looked at the song dao then back at him, Dirtheman replied“Yes i am giving you weapons, just remember if you decide to turn them against me it won't be just your access to the void i will be taking away.”

“Dirtheman you could have at least told me you disconnect her from her abilities like that.”Solas replied, Dirtheman remark sarcastically “why? it is not like you two were going to have any conflict before she finally admitted she was hiding something from us.”

“if you knew then why did you not come and get them yourself.”Daere snapped, Solas crossed his arms in front of his chest while he muttered”I agree, we would not have to be risking coming back down here.”

“It would have been to much work for Falon’Din and myself, besides the last thing i need is you blaming me for another.”Dirtheman remarked, he paused then added”Try and develop the mist on your blades like the other showed you.”

“Happy.”Daere growled, she held out the song dao.The blade pointed at Dirtheman as the mist faintly shown, he inquired”Yes, now tell me what is your trigger?”

“Vhenan, please dont make me have to remind you that you might want to consider watching your words while answering. Daere looked at Solas then back at Dirtheman while she muttered “assholes. “

“Vhenan..”Solas groaned,Daere remarked softly as the mist faded”I did not say all of it emma lath.”

“That is still not what i meant.” Solas explained, Daere turn to him. Her voice softened, ”I know...should we start moving. We did agree that it is better to get this done quickly as we can, did we not?”

“Interesting”Dirtheman muttered, Daere turned to him realizing he was observing the two.She opened her mouth to snap at him, but Solas bet her to the punch”your right, i want to get back just in case Craven sends word.”

“I guess it is settled, even if i knew about the books there is still the case of knowing which place the two of you hide them. “Dirtheman remarked, Daere tried to pick something up from but his helmet hide any sign of deception.Daere sighed, she turned her back to him while she muttered”Just follow me, hopefully the place is still standing.”

Even if the sun was shining, neither of them could feel the warmth as they walked past the dead trees.The air was strained from the smell of the darkspawn causing Daere to gag a few times, Solas looked at her but she waved him off trying her best to reassure him she was fine.

Finally it got to much as the cabin came within view,Daere covered her nose while she muttered”further down past the well there is a small shack, there is some wards to the side you might want to take care of before entering or your not going to be able to retrieve them.If you excuse me i think I’m going to throw up.”

“Fen’Harel “Dirtheman replied as he started to walk away,Solas looked at Daere while he inquired, ”Here, the smell won’t be able to reach your nose if you wear this.”

“Don’t Solas, i am certain you allowing me to wear that would piss off our guest.”Daere answered, his hands rested underneath the bottom of his helmet. She could hear him sigh then reply”Alright just try to stay out of the enemies sight.”

“I will, remember dodging the enemy is my specialty.”Daere remarked with a weak grin, she noticed his eyes narrow at her.She quickly replied”I know i know my track history has not been good but give me some slack.”

“Fen’Harel I need your help with this, they bloody have demons protecting the wards.”Dirtheman could be heard shouting from a distance,Solas muttered”Demons?”

“I forgot about that part, he must have summoned them the day I left to take care of Kira.”Daere explained, she quickly added sensing Solas frustration ”If i had known i would have said something.”

“This is going to take longer than we plan.”Solas muttered, he walked away heading towards the sounds of fighting.Daere stood there and thought ’i wonder if it is too late to tell him my answer..would he still want me to?But then Taliesin, if she is willing to go as far to burning the armor would she...’

“Careful with those carts.” a male voice broke into her thoughts,Daere turned her head towards the direction and muttered”I know we came across those inquisition soldiers but people this far are still alive?”

“It is kind of hard with the roads the way they are, tell me how long are we going to stay out here?There should not be anyone alive left should there” another voice inquired,Daere looked back to where the Evanuris disappear then towards where she heard the voices.She could hear the first one replied as she got closer to see the shemlens”No, the elder one does not believe we have them all.”

‘who are these people, they are not dressed like the Tevinters...bandits maybe?’Daere thought as she placed herself behind the tree, carefully she studied them as the worked on the carts wooden tire.Daere looked around and thought ‘where are the others?why are their only two of them and not a whole army this time? I should go back and let them know..but if it is just the two i think i can handle them myself.’

“You are twisting it the wrong way you idiot.”A brown hair man shoved his partner to the ground as Daere walked over to them, she relaxed her nerves while she spoke up.“Morning or is it afternoon?Ir abelas being in between here and the fade i tend to lose track of time, let alone what day it is.”

“Who the hell are you?” the leader demanded as the two men looked at her, Daere stopped in her tracks. She rested her hand on her elbow trying to look less threatening as the other pointed out.“Don't be a dipshit! look at her ears, she is one of those knife ears wrenches.”

“Oh…uh...forgive me for intruding but i was hoping we could be nice about this, maybe have a conversation over some tea.” Daere replied sweetly while she lowered her gaze to the ground, slowly they got to their feet as the first one muttered“Should we engage…?”

“She does not seem to be that motivated on attacking, maybe if we ask she would just get in the cart. “the other one remarked,Daere rubbed her hand on her arm then slowly looked up a bit coil.Her minded drifted ‘Honestly starting to regret telling them about those old books, hopefully things wont get to violent.”

“How stupid are you, of course the knife ear won't come with us quietly this has to be a trap .“the leader muttered, he paused then asked her“You are not willing to come with us to help our elder one will you?”

“Not really but i do have some questions since the both of you seem nice enough to talk, like who is this elder one i have been hearing so much about. “Daere inquired she knew her tone was changing as she started to lose her own patiences, the one she had been guessing was the leader of the two saw through her disguise and reached towards the side of his belt while he growled“Why don't you come with us to find out. “

“On second thought I think i made a mistake coming down here to investigate seeing how you are ready to let blood spill on the ground.”Daere admitted, she knew she had lost her charm on them.Slowly while watching their movements Daere reached to her sides, her fingers brushed against the familiar texture of the song dao handles. Softly she begged, ”Please don’t make me do this.”

“Does this mean you will come with us quietly?” the leader inquired, his hand still resting on his hilt as she answered, ”No, mostly because all you guys are doing is making matters worse like the cuntheards you are.”

‘Well that did not take long.’Daere thought as the words left her mouth, she rested her hand over her eyes while she muttered”I am losing my touch.”

“Did the elf just call us a ‘cunthead’? What is a cunthead anyways?”the second man finally spoke, the first growled as he finally pulled his sword from the hilt”It means we have every right to kill this knife ear for being disrespectful.”

“Alright, I admit what i said was out of line, but do we really have to go cutting heads off?”Daere stated, she moved her hands up in the air and looked at them,the first one remarked as he started to charge at her”You talk to much.”

“I have been told that.”Daere muttered, her hands moved back to the hilt of the song dao.With ease she pulled them out just as the first opponent reached her, their blades clashed as the second one stood and watched.Th leader muttered as he tried to put his weight down on his sword.”So you do know how to fight, well then i won't go easy on you.”

“This is the last time i am warning you shemlen, we don't have to do this.”Daere pleaded,the leaders eyes went wide while he growled as if he snapped”elven blood will run onto the grounds, either from our glorious elder one or by my hands.”

“You have picked your fate then.”Daere muttered, the mist slowly started to develop against her will on the blade.The man's eyes went wide in fear as he backed away from her, out of fear while she regained her control he asked”You’re… you’re… you’re a mage... no… a mage does have that coloration when it comes to spells, you’re a demon that is why you are so calm.”

“Sure i will go with that again, yes i am a demon here to suck your very lives and souls through your tiny bodies so fear me.”Daere replied dryly as she lowered her head, she could hear the second man shout”The creature has let its guard down, go cut off its head!”

‘This is really an unfair advantage, I am starting to see why the Evanuris and their Sentinels are rarely seen down here...another things I was wrong about.”Daere thought, she could hear both of them charging at her. Slowly she looked up and swung one of her arms to the side catching the first one by surprise, Daere looked over to him as blood developed on his lips.Softly she whispered as the second one froze in his tracks”You should have stopped and answered my questions.”

“Who...who are you.. “ the man stuttered while he struggled to speak,more blood poured from his mouth as she answered”You look like you worked from the undergrounds, since your dying i think you know who I am.”

“Impossible...we heard that after you killed Chase an Evanuris killed you...so you are a demon, please spare me, I knew our luck was bad.”The other man muttered watching his partner slide off of Daere’s song dao as she turned her attention to him, slowly she walked over then stopped while he begged”Have mercy, in truth i did not want to be out here.”

“Go, i am done fighting anyways just don't come back here with reinforcements because it will be useless to find me ”Daere muttered, she pulled out a cloth and wiped the blood off the song dao.He stayed on the ground watching her in fear speechless,suddenly a bolt of lightning struck the man stopping Daere in her tracks as her eyes went wide, she looked at the smoking corpse while Dirtheman spoke to her ”That was weak, but then I should have expect as much since you have been with Fen’Harel.With that said how does it feel to have your abilities back?I noticed you quickly restrained yourself.”

“He didn't have to die Dirtheman, you cannot play judge, jury and executioner.”Daere growled, she turned to look at him while he stopped right beside her, Dirtheman did not look at her as he replied”When you have the power of course it does, you cannot risk the enemy coming back for you or those that you lead.Now it is time for you to take care of your own affairs and tell Fen’Harel goodbye, that is an order.”

“Dirthamen stop treating me like one of your slaves that you own, I had only agreed to learn and to help with the shemlen… I did not agree to have you order me around.”Daere snapped, Dirtheman allowed his eyes to glow while he growled ”Have you forgotten what was at stake?I allowed you long enough to see those people, let Fen’Harel live out his ‘glory’ days thinking he is doing good but you just like the others were not meant for that life.If you keep denying me i will let Elgar’nan know and that place will not see another dawn.”

“Are you really that cold to your own?”Daere inquired quietly,she sheathed her song dao as his eyes slowly returned to normal while he asked”What is your choice?Risk those thousands of lives those two have collected or giving me a reason to keep another elven elven war from breaking out?”

“We will have to come back there was more in a hidden floorboard just underneath the table,vhenan why are you clear over here?”Solas inquired, Daere looked past Dirtheman at Solas as he lied, ”It seems she saved us from an ambushed.”

“Daere, you must be exhausted dealing with them. We can go back so you can bath and i will see if Taliesin is willing to help out.”Solas replied, he walked over to them then stopped. She couldn't tell if he felt something wrong while she replied”i am not going back with you, i think it is better i did stay with Dirtheman so it would make things easier...ma serannas for last night, it was..nice change of pace but i think you got me pegged wrong.”

“Fen’Harel, give me a moment to get her back with the others and i would happily help you with the rest.”Dirthamen stated,Daere stood there clenching her teeth together while she felt the protest that was stirring within Solas.Softly he spoke”No, I am certain Taliesin won't complain if we find any more of yours then I will let you know.”

“Very well but don't linger too long down here by yourself,” Dirtheman remarked, Daere closed her eyes while he turned to her. ”Shall we return? You do look like a mess after all and the others i am certain would be glad to see that you have came to your senses.”

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“you will be sharing a room.”Dirtheman explained as they stood in the doorway of the oversized room, Daere remarked sarcastically “What not the servant quarters?Shocking i must really hit the jackpot.”

“i could see if i can't find you one if you like but i promise you it will be unpleasant being there.” Dirtheman answered, Daere looked at him oddly as he started to walk away. Softly she inquired “Is it really worth it?”

“What?”Dirtheman stopped to look at her with his cool gaze, she moved her head slightly while asking” removing me like that? If you had known why not pressure me sooner and not let me see the place. “

“I needed you to open up enough so we could retrieve what was ours, you might see it cruel but it was necessary. “Dirtheman explain, Daere studied him while he continued“If you had stay all you would have done was allow that ability of yours go to waste, you would have said yes and lived that peaceful life that you desperately seeked.”

“If you knew this then why did you take it away from me? Why is it so important Dirtheman?” Daere nearly cried out, her eyes went wide then narrowed. She turned her face away from, he words chilled her to the bone as he spoke ”What fun would that be lethelin?”

“How is it supposed to be fun?”Daere inquired, Dirtheman studied her.He turned his back to her, roughly he ordered as his footsteps echoed down the hall.”enough talk let us rejoin the others, they need to know we have returned.”

“That is not answering my question.” Daere remarked, with a growl of frustration she followed him past the other servants as they worked.With persistence she press”Answer my question Dirtheman, you are well equipped there is no reason to have me here when you could easily crush him.Is it jealousy or…”

“ Or what?”Dirtheman growled, he turned to look at her his eyes slightly shining as she sense his annoyance grow.Daere quickly muttered as she finally reached his side”Nothing just forget i said anything.”

“I thought you said that.”Dirtheman remark as they reached the doors leading to the courtyard, he stopped suddenly then grabbed her arm roughly by the arm forcing her to look at him. Dirtheman tightened his grip while he growled.”as soon as we pass through these doors you will start addressing me and the others with the proper title, there is and will be anymore ‘free range’ crap you did in your past.Do i make myself clear?”

“I understand.”Daere replied, Dirtheman slammed her against the wall, the servants close by nervously looked at them as he barked sharply “What did i say.”

“I said i understand Dirtheman, i refuse to use title with you or the others.”Daere replied calmly, suddenly she felt herself gasping for air as he rested his hand on her throat.Dirtheman tightened his grip and threatened her”If you think the pain you endure through your training was bad, i will make damn certain to make you beg do you understand.”

“Get your filthy hands off me, you really think your the first to pull this shit on me.” Daere managed to growl, Dirthamen clenched his teeth.He brought his face closer to her with his eyes not hiding his angry while he spoke “You will do what? Don't think just because you were sleeping with Fen'Harel that i will ease up on you because here you are like the others that serve under me, remember i am the one that asked Falon’Din to bring you back don’t make me regret it.”

“Do you have to be so low and threaten me because i refuse to answer you by title, the next thing i know your going to request me to wipe your ass using a nugs hide.” Daere growled, she knew she was crossing the line as he pulled back.Quickly he moved his hand and slammed it against the wall close to her face, electricity could be felt stirring in the air. Daere flinched a little but kept her challenging gaze on him as he studied her reaction, Dirtheman smirked then back away from her while he muttered, ”You are going to be a problem, but i have not came across anyone i cant break.”

“Are you done trying to show the length of your cock Dirtheman.”Daere replied,Dirtheman stated”No, in fact i have not yet started but you need to be with the others and met up with the companion your pairing with.”

“Dirtheman, make it clear if by ‘pairing’ you talking about a partner.I don't do partners, in fact they just get in the way.”Daere remarked,Dirtheman looked at her while he pointed out”And you claim to not bed with an Evanuris...must i remind you what you have been doing these last week?”

“No but that is different, why did you have to bring that up?” Daere inquired, Dirtheman replied, ”Does it matter? Besides i should let you know,give up any hopes rekindling what you think you two had chances are Taliesin take this time to help Fen'Harel lick his wounds and forget about you.”

‘He wouldn't do that...would he?’Daere quickly filled with doubt, Dirtheman replied as he touched the door handle, ”I think i just found that nerve of yours to pick it, certainly the others told you a romance with one of us don't last long so don't feel bad.”

“He wouldn't…would he..i mean his words..he took me there...”Daere wondered more as the uneasiness set in, quietly she followed him outside.The others were gathered together talking at the far end of the courtyard,Dirtheman remarked”Before anything I am going to have the both of you spare a little to see if you two are compatible on the fields.”

“That won't be necessary, you seem to have everything figured out.”Daere muttered,Dirtheman replied”Even so, you might not like it but having a companion will keep you alive...that is what you want after all or are you having second thoughts because i told you chances are Fen'Harel will be going back Taliesin.”

“Even if that is the case i am not suicidal...if it makes him happy then why should i stand in his way?Besides we just got back and don't you think i need to rest or something?”Daere inquired as they approached closer to his team of trained hybrid elves, He muttered”You did not even lift one finger so i think you will be fine.”

“You owe me Sebastian,I told you he was going to bring her today no one stays out of his grasp for long.”Daere could hear one of them state as they moved into a lined formation, Sebastian remarked”Fine fine but we will have to wait until the next time we are allowed into Arlathan, i wonder how he did it.”

“does anyone have an idea where Keane is?”Dirtheman asked, a elven man with jet black hair and black eyes move forward while he called out”I am here Lord Dirtheman, and must i say you look radiate this afternoon sir.”

“Good, everyone else up against the wall, I want Keane to spar with Daere here.”Dirtheman ordered, Daere turned to look at him while she demanded”Your wanting me to spar with that cracker jake of a joke?”

“yes, he is mild temper, cocky and likes to play dirty so you might like the edge he has.” Dirtheman explained,Kaene bowed in his spot as the others moved.Softly he replied”you forgotten i am loyal to you my gracious Lord.”

‘I wonder how pissed Dirtheman would be if i manage to wipe that freaky smile off this clowns face.’Daere thought, Dirthamen turn and headed back towards the doorway.He wasted no time ordering.”Begin when you are ready, and Keane don't hold back i want her to really work for it if she is to stay alive down there.”

“Dirtheman!”Daere snapped, she turned her head back to Kaene as she felt the energy change around her.He spoke spoke to her coldly while he approached her”You focus is me not our Lord Dirtheman but I can forgive you, your a little smaller the the others but I think I can manage taking what i want from you at night… I wonder if you’re a moaner”

“Haha and your going to choke on your joystick of yours if you think your going to touch me like that “Daere threatened as Kaene pulled out his kusarigama, he loosened the chain and started to swing the blade over his head.Daere wasted no time remarking ”i am supposed to be afraid of a knife on a rope?”

“Fisty i like, maybe i should teach you some manners for Lord Dirtheman sake.Tell you want i don't mind disobeying Lord Dirtheman if you give me a nice cock rub down tonight like a good woman should.”Kaene replied with a groan,Daere tilted her ear up while she muttered”tell me why i would do that when there are better looking men out there over yourself.”

“Enough , get on with it or I will punish both of you ”Dirthamen demanded, she turned to see him standing against the wall with his arms in front.Daere opened her mouth to snap back but she felt something wrap against her leg, she looked down just in time as the ground came up to greet her.Daere rolled to her back as Keane quickly appeared on top of her with the blade bearing down,she looked at him in surprised then grabbed his wrist. The blade pointed close to her face as he struggled to bring it down, Daere clenched her teeth as she thought’shit he is quick.’

“not talking tough now aren't you?Creators you look stunning underneath me like this, where have you been all my life?”Keane groaned,Daere pushed back harder.She moved one of her hands away then balled it into a fist, with all her strength she swung at him while thinking
‘not a chance.’

“You got a kick to you i admit for someone born down there in Thedas, but that does not mean i will let you hit me again.”Keane growled as he got off of her, he check his nose then looked at Daere as she better her position.Softly she growled “You want me to be serious about this fight,Dirthamen?Because if so then i will make you regret it.”

“now we are getting somewhere, let that anger build I am kind of curious what Anthony blood can really do.”Keane stated,he flicked his wrist as black mist developed on the tips his blade.Daere watched with weary, she looked around her as more black mist surround the two.Keane asked”Why act surprise you have done this more than one occasion did you not? Certainly you have.”

“you right, i have but never against my own blood” Daere growled, without thinking she charged at him.As she got closer she pulled out the song dao, while Keane watched with his kusarigama in his hands.She held the blade forward then lunged, quickly he wrapped the chains around her wrists then pulled down while raising his knee against her stomach.Daere fall to her knees as he let go of one side of the chain, softly he mocked ”please tell me you can do better than that, if not just stay down.”

“No.” Daere manage to say ignoring the pain throbbing through her body, slowly she got up as he backed up a few paces.Keane looked at Dirtheman then shouted”Anthony can certain yank out the weaks ones from his small cock now can’t he?Then you might have the wrong one if her sibling died so quickly, not like I am questioning your judgement but I don't think she is one of us even if she is from him.”

‘Weak huh, I will show you who is weak.’Daere thought,she started to move slowly to Keane then broke into a run as he turned to look at her.He turned towards her as he opened his arms, mockingly he remarked, ”come on this attack again?why don't you do something different you stupid bitch.”

‘If i don't end this now certain he will end up killing me.’Daere thought as she slide, quickly she got to her feet then swung the song dao at him.Keane could not contain his shock seeing her sudden reaction,he dropped his kusarigama while reaching for her arm stopping her from stabbing him. Daere smirked then dropped both her song dao, using her other hand she swung her palm at his jaw.Without think Daere pushed up his head up then kicked him to the ground, slowly she looked down at him and shouted ”Dirtheman call this off you made your point, next move I make will be a death sentence of my own doing.”

“I am not done.” Keane growled losing his temper, he got up he got up and charged at right at her as she looked at him.Daere quickly grabbed him by the arm then twist until he was forced to kneel in front of her,she held back her hand as the light purple mist developed on her fingertips while she shouted again”last chance, i know the real reason you wanted him to attack me.It was to see me at my full potential, well there you see it now call this off”

“Very good, not only are you observant you seem to caught on my motives rather quickly.Release Keane or I will step in .”Dirthamen ordered,Daere let go of Kaene then looked towards the doorway as the surrounding black mist faded around them.Her eyes harden as Falon’Din walked up to his brother side, she could he him remark“I see you finally got the one you were after, how is Fen'Harel taking it? “

“I think he is still trying to wrap his head around what had just happened, half expect to see him walking over here and demanding an answer soon so I am going to need you to send a couple of them out and weakened Mythal’s temple walls to keep them busy.”Dirtheman replied,Keane got up and made his way over to his kusarigama.He picked it up as Falon’Din remarked”Of course, anything to keep him busy.”

“Your really going to do that?”Daere demanded, the two Evanuris looked at her.She growled sharply”It was bad enough when you were kidnapping people back then before Thedas went more into shit, and now your willing to cost more of our peoples lives.”

“Ignore her and take who you need just make certain they don't get caught, the others know it is impossible to mark them so they could be easily traced to me.”
“Of course.”Falon’Din muttered, he shouted”Sebastian you and the other two next to you are coming with me.”

“As for the rest of you go clean up.”Dirtheman barked,Daere balled her hand into a fist as Keane watched her.Her eyes went wide as she started to run at them, she could hear Falon’Din inquired as she opened her fist and held back one of her hands.”Shall i take care of this for you?”

“No.”Dirtheman muttered, he raised his hand slightly as Daere suddenly stopped in her tracks.Pain surged through her body as she fall to her knees as the inside of her head started screaming, Daere covered her ears trying to block the noise out to no avail. Slowly the pain subsided as the elves Falon’Din had called out left with him, Dirtheman wasted no time ordering. ”Keane since the two of you are to work together i want you to take her back to your shared room, have Nimue see if Sylaise can’t come over here.”

“With pleasure Lord Dirtheman.”Keane replied,he walked over to Daere as she laid there in a daze.Gently he helped her to her feet and started to walk back inside.Softly she manage to muttered, ”What did you do.”

“You should have stayed down when i told you to.” Kaene whispered,Daere muttered”Well unlike you i don't take order, besides something tells me you were hoping for this and you are not doing this out of the kindness from the heart.”

“What makes you think this lethallan. “Kaeren replied as they walked past Dirtheman, he paid them no attention while they walk further within the hall.Softly she remark upon noticing the servants were nowhere in sight sight ‘instrict.”

‘this is bad, we are not heading towards the room Dirtheman pointed out earlier.”Daere thought as he started to lead her to the closest empty room, he gently laid her back against the cold stone floor then got up and walked over to the open door.Keane looked around the empty halls, softly he muttered to himself as he closed the door behind him”I dont think think Lord Dirthamen would mind if i started getting myself familiar with you.”

“Keane, i swear i will kill you if you touch me.” Daere managed to threaten, he walked over to her slowly as he started to undo his belt.With a slight coldness he replied, ”I know what spell he used on you, he paralyzed your body so you won't be able to hurt anyone… i am certain he did the same thing before you were completely conscious when they first brought you, so just let me do the work and I promise you will be much better when I am done.”

‘Dammit! He’s right,’ Daere thought angrily, ‘my body isn’t responding to me anymore.’

Keane sat next to her while he looked her up and down with one of his hands resting on his exposure member. He muttered”The one that he must have paired with must have been something for him to be so willing to run off, so tell me you would not mind if I move you onto your stomach this way I can make certain you feel every thrust but then I want to see what that Evanuris saw when he plowed right into you. ”

“Get off of me. “Daere growled slowly as he started to mess with her belt, he tugged slightly exposing her core. Keane let out a smile as he replied”I think seeing the helplessness in your eyes will suffice after everything that has happened.”

“This is about revenge?”Daere snapped, she felt her fingers twitch a little as she tried to move.Keane looked at her while he admitted”I guess you can say that,Anthony killed my best friend while we were ordered to go after that veneration but could you believe my luck when Dirtheman told us you were to be my companion.”

“Your sick.”Daere sneered, he trailed his hands between her legs as he leaned in to kiss her neck.He paused as he muttered”We are all sick in the head in our own way, some of us just don't admit it.”

“Keane i am certain this is not want Lord Dirtheman wanted you to do.” Nimue could be heard in the doorway, he pause then looked up as the guilt crossed his face.Quickly he moved his hand and stuffed his member back in his pants, Nimue shouted at him angrily as Daere slowly lifted her hand up.”You know as much as i do what you were about to do was against his rules, get up we are..”

“You’re going to pay.” Daere growled as she grabbed him by the throat, she slammed him down hard against the cold floor.Nimue stood there speechless as Daere plunge her other hand to his face, she used her thumbs to press down on his eye sockets causing him to scream.Nimue snapped out of her trance and made her way over to them as his blood covered Daere’s hands, gently she rested a hand on Daere shoulder the muttered, ”Stop. Let Lord Dirtheman handle this, I assure you…”

“Save it.”Daere snapped, her eyes fall upon a small knife resting on her side.Not giving Nimue a chance to react Daere unhilted the blade then shoved right underneath Nimue jaw, she sat there looking at Daere in surprise blood twinkled from the side of her mouth as she tried to utter a word.Daere watched her as she fall to the floor motionless then grabbed the knife as Keane whimpered, ”Nimue...are you alright..I will go just tell me if your alright.”

“Your not going anywhere ‘lethallin’, not after this.”Daere growled, she stared at the blood covered blade.Slowly she looked at Kaene, his hands rested where his eyes used to be as he cried out”Help me,this bitch is trying to kill me”

“Shut up.”Daere growled as she embedded the knife in his eye socket,slowly she got up and buckleted her pants.In a distance she could hear footsteps coming her direction, Daere paused and looked at her blood covered hands then at the two bodies.She thought in fear as a couple of the Sentinels reached the doorway ’this is not going to end well.’

“Nimue are you alright?”one of them asked, they looked at the still bodies then at Daere as the other remarked”she is not moving, hurry go get Lord Dirtheman and i will hold her off as long as i can.”

“ri..ri..right.” the first one stuttered, he ran off from the doorway as the one that stayed behind lowered his nagasaki at her.Daere remarked, ”It’s not what you think...he attacked me first, you have to believe me.”

“why should i believe a word your saying?your one of them a tainted creature disguised as one of us.” he growled as he started to charge at her, Daere raised her hand up in front of her as the purple mist returned.She turned her head while she muttered, ”Ir abelas.”

“You will pay for this.” the Sentinel cried out as the mist ate at his soul, he dropped his nagasaki to the ground while she walked past him.Daere turned towards the room and closed the door behind him, she pressed her forehead against the hard surface of the wooden door.Softly she muttered “What have i gotten myself into? Certainly there is more to this life then to keep living and fighting in a corrupted world.”

‘There was but if i had refused to come Dirtheman would have carried his threat...would he not?’Daere thought as she pushed her way from the door, slowly she looked down the hall to see Dirtheman hatefully glaring at her. A few Sentinels stood right behind him as they withdrew their weapons, slightly he turned his head and asked one of them”Do we have any iron coffins that is hanging just outside the walls free?”

“I think so, Lord Dirtheman..one of the prisoners did die this morning from to much exposure from the elements ”one of them answered nervously, Dirtheman slowly looked back at the blood covered Daere. Lightening visibly showing on his fingertips as he raised his hand towards her, angrily he remarked.”Good, then i don’t have to untie someone and let them freefall all the way back to the ground of Thedas. Be ready to take her, i believe someone needs time to think about who they're dealing with through the night.”

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‘What’s going on?’ Daere wondered blearily, she could feel the metal ground shift sudden under her before she heard Falon’Din ordered, ”Careful pulling the coffin torture up and have your weapons ready.”

“thats right.” Daere groan, she slowly opened her light purple eyes as the coffin torture side hit the battlements stone floors with a loud clutter.The sun barely started to climb into the sky while she muttered“Did Dirtheman tell you to do his dirty work.”

“I don't need my brother to take care of those who over step.” Falon’Din sneered, Daere studied the other two that stood beside him as he worked on unlocking the metal gate.Her eyes shifted back to him while she stretched her arms up in the air, a yawn past through her lips while she thought ’ let me see how much trouble i can cause him before they realize their fucking with the wrong person.’

“For a moment i thought i was stuck with Dirtheman not someone that practices necromancy, tell me how many times a night do you pleasure yourself over a dead corpse.” Daere remarked, Falon’Din grabbed her but the collar then threw her to the ground sharply.He wasted no time kicking her in the stomach as he growled, ”You will show some respect, filth. Just as I suspected being locked up didn't do anything.”

“The avaar has more brutal punishment then this, you rotting cock-sucking nitwit!” Daere snapped as she looked up and glared at him, silence fall as he stared down at her. She knew his anger was stirring within him, slowly he held out his hand while she wondered ‘ Normal it takes more than that to piss someone off, is his ego really that big?’

“i wonder how much you can handle if that is the case, Dirtheman would have my head if you end up dead but then again it would be justified don't you think?”Falon’Din muttered, Daere snapped”You cannot be judge,jury, executioner when you don't know the whole story, beside it was not my fault the other two got in the way...what happen to having a trial?”

“Your not going to get one.”Falon’Din stated calmly,Daere watched as the lightning danced on his fingertips.Softly she spoke”If i could redo everything from that point i would but i was not going to just let him get away with what he was planning to do.”

“You would say anything to save yourself won't you, those three were good fighters they were needed more than ever with what we are facing and you took that away all because your squitish behavior.”Falon’Din growled,Daere whispered”It is the truth or are you that ignorant to really accept anything from someone that is below your..”

“Shut up.”Falon’Din growled as he kicked her in the jaw, slowly Daere tried to sit back on her knees only to feel his foot on her back.Roughly he stepped on her while he growled “you have been a pain in my side since day one, i don't care if you are one of them there is just something about you that screams out that you are a disease.”

“Falon’Din that is enough.”Dirtheman voice rang out, Falon’Din stopped stopped his assault he looked at his brother while snapping“if it was anyone else you would have taken them to the cells and had them bleed out, why are you being light on the punishment she deserves.She killed Nimue, or is that important to you?”

“It is but what your doing wont get us anywhere.”Dirthamen pointed out, she could hear him stop inches from her face as Falon’Din moved his foot away.Slowly she sat up and pressed her hand on her lip, she pulled her hand away ready to remark but stop while he asked “And why is that?Is that not why she is here, to be broken in then put with the rest?”

“I sent last night looking over those better and one thing caught my attention, at first i did not believe it but it seems our time was wasted getting her after all.”Dirtheman remarked, Daere felt the panic kick in as Falon’Din stated”If that is the case then it would not do any harm keeping her alive much longer and you had me waste my spell to bring her back.”

“It is not a complete waste, i think i can work around things by sending her out into the deep roads.”Dirtheman replied,she looked at him asking”What are planning to do with me now?I thought the who reason I was here was to spy on the shemlens, but so far it has not even been a day and i had to deal with you pitting me against one of my own, nearly got raped and now your necrophilic of a brother is beating the shit out of me again for no reason...so what is that you are fucking thinking?”

“I am assuming you slept well with that attitude.”Dirtheman growled, he glared at her then shift his gaze back to his brother while he added”Apparently there was a reason why Cecil spent most of his time training her and not Darcy, you might find this interesting and it does explain why the two were unbalanced and hardly worked together to create powerful spells without it backfiring.”

“The spill it.”Falon’Din snapped,Dirtheman nodded then looked back at Daere while he spoke”Normally markings would disrupt the flow of mana within the body which explains a lot why you cannot use highly powerful spells without it harming you, but the lack of memory has nothing to do with it.Anthony wanted to make certain you did not return to the veneration upon an agreement after Mythal took you from them...you are following me i hope.”

“Your saying you made me bring a fucking veneration back with us?”Falon’Din sneered,Daere blinked a couple of times. Her thoughts drifted as the shock set in ‘Th..th..that can’t be right..he would have said something..’

“Falon’Din don't even think about sending the lightning ball.”Dirtheman snapped breaking into her thoughts, she looked at Falon’Din to see his hateful expression as he sneered”Don’t defend the veneration, Dirtheman.They created the darkspawn or have you forgotten?”

“No i have not forgotten, but you have to remember she was not raised like them.” Dirtheman replied.

Daere looked at him speaking as softly as she could, “Is that the best story you can come up with?”

“I can go get Anthony journals that were mixed in with the books if you like, but i am wondering why you never questioned why they had always used your blood to summon up the demons and not Darcy.”Dirtheman snapped,Falon’Din started to walk away as he muttered”I cant believe this.”

“Where are you going?”Dirtheman inquire, he turned to look at his brother as Falon’Din snapped”If your not going to do anything about that thing on the ground then i am getting Elgar’nan involved.”

“Do you realize everything we had work on with the others will come crashing down?Not only will he demand the veneration head but he will kill the others.”Dirtheman remarked,Falon’Din shook his head. He stated sharply”Father wont dont that, but now your starting to sound like Fen’Harel..why would he take those actions when we just have one problem?”

“Because he is still pissed at me because my champion defeated his, if you say something it will give him an excuse to start destroying my things again.”Dirthamen explained,Daere stated”If there is a problem of me being here is that not more reasons to just let me go, your target is Solas so if I was with him and Falon’Din said something then you got your revenge.”

“How stupid do you think i am? “Dirtheman snapped, they could hear Falon’Din order his two Sentinels as they walked away ”Let’s hurry.”

“Honestly i don’t see the big issue, why does it matter who i come from? We both have pointed ears and we all have some type of magick use from the moment we were born.” Daere answered, painfully she got to her feet while he watched her with weary.

Sharply he demanded , ”If i see any movements from you i promise you this will not end well for you, if by chance you were born from a low ranking veneration then maybe i would have consider throwing you back where you belong just for that excuse that Fen’Harel was trying to create more hybrids but no you had have some relations to one of the forgotten ones.”

“I don't believe you.”Daere stated,Dirtheman replied”I don't expect you to, but i can give you his journal to read after i deal with Elgar’nan. Right now i need to get you secured with the other one, hopefully it is enough to keep him appease. ”

“If i am not from your Sentinel i want to know who”Daere demanded,Dirthamen turned his head towards the opened door as Sebastian headed their way.He remarked”Good i did not have to send for someone, i hope i can trust you to take her by yourself to the lower levels.Make certain she does not talk to Anaris, chances are he knew all alone about her.”

“Yes Lord Dirtheman.”Sebastian answered,Daere snapped ”Tell me who,clearly it is someone you seem to hate more then Fen’Harel.”

“Don’t flatter me with that, Fen’Harel is by far the worst the way he looks at Mythal after she had freed him, no i am going to prevent what they have planned.His name is Daethn’thal, if he is still active i think i have a hence who is free”Dirtheman stated,Sebastian stopped by Dirtheman side he spoke gently”You heard Lord Dirtheman request, we can do this peacefully or by force either way don't matter to me.”

‘i just want to wake up from this nightmare.’Daere thought, she started to walk forward while she muttered”It will be peacefully,Falon’Din i am assuming already gave me the morning beating you guys receive.”

“Before you go can i say something.”Dirthamen remarked,Daere stopped in her tracks.She stood there and stated”I didn't ask him to come,truth what you did taking away two of my commanders and one of the soldiers you deserved far worse. “

“Then why didn't you.”Daere asked, Dirthamen slightly smirked as he spoke “you have an interesting character, get moving before i escort you myself da'len and please don't kill anymore of my men. “

‘Something is going on..’ Daere thought while she looked around, few servants roamed the halls as they made their way towards the eluvian.Liefa quickly ran up the steps as they passed the stairway,she replied softly as she got to Sebastian side “those who agreed to join us left after Falon'Din stormed out. “

“What is going on? “Daere inquired not hiding her curiosity, they stopped in front of the eluvian to look at her as Leifa asked in a soft tone “Dirtheman didn't say much to her did he?“

“he keeps your types down in a undisclosed location in Thedas, no veneration has ever escaped from the place.”Sebastian explained, there was a pause before he continued”It is a shame i was looking forward to working with you after showing Kaene his place..if willing Dirtheman might allow it on future missions.”

“i doubt that will happen Sebastian.”Daere remarked, Leifa touched the eluvian smooth glass.She muttered under her breath as the image got darker until the prison bars emerged in the reflection,Sebastian stated”You go first, we will come after to lead you to your cell.Just so you know this might be the last time you will ever see the sun rise, i hope you got a good look at it.”

“Why do you say that?” Daere inquired.

Leifa turned to look at her as she explained, ”We have not seen one veneration leave, well alive at least.After awhile most tend to take their own life or Dirtheman releases one just for the excuse to give Andruil something to do.”

“That is comforting to know.”Daere grumbled,slowly she walked forward and stepped through.The strong smell of the still earth hit her nearly knocked her off,Daere turned quickly as they two made it through. Leifa deactivated the eluvian quickly,while Sebastian replied calmly”Hope you don't mind the dark.”

“Why is there not any light?”Daere demanded, without a word he started to walk down a steep path. Leifa replied softly”Come on, ir abelas we have to do this but orders are orders.”

“Then don't follow the orders, this is your chance to get your freedom back.”Daere remarked, the two looked at each other then at her. Sebastian replied”We tried once before, why do you think there is so few of us?”

“He won't spare our lives again.”Liefa stated,Daere stood there thinking ‘That is not an excuse, Darcy could have taken care of them if he was still alive...he would have..creators why did you have to leave me here…’

“Daere, please i want to make this quick Lord Dirtheman is expecting me to report in soon and i don't want to waste my time here.”Sebastian replied.

Anaris voice made the three jump as he started to walk towards them. ”Too bad, the only thing Dirtheman is getting is a mass grave for keeping me here.”

“How did you escape Anaris?”Liefa snapped, she backed slightly as another appear by his side.

He looked at Liefa, then at Daere and muttered ”I owe you for what you did da’len, how long has it been since you got me captured by Fen’Harel.”

“In truth you might want to step in line if your wanting any pay back.”Daere replied calmly, he shook his head then growled”This i think is a good time as any to get some payback before we leave.”

“Sebastian.”Liefa remarked,Sebastian looked at Daere then at Anaris as he spoke” If we move out of your way and you take her, do you think you can spare us?”

“an odd thing for you to say, I thought your loyalty rests in the hands of Dirthamen?”Anaris inquired, Liefa eyes went wide while she demanded, ”What are you doing? Lord Dirthamen would have us both killed for allowing either of them from leaving!”

“Liefa, if it means there is a balance to be restored then she needs to go back to them.”Sebastian explained,Liefa shouted not hiding her disgust”For all you know if what was written true it could make matters worse, further there is no way they will get the last object they need to even succeed.”

“I am willing to take that chance Liefa.” Sebastian stated,she narrowed her eyes at him. A growl rumbled in her throat as she demanded”You helped them, that is why you were so calm about leading her here in the first place… Lord Dirthamen will hear about how you turn against us Sebastian. “

“Liefa don't me have to kill you as well.”Sebastian stated, he looked at Anaris while adding”What do you say?You might not think she has any worth but i promise you if what we found out Daern’thal will reward you greatly.”

“Why do you say that he would reward me greatly for me bring the daughter of a traitor to our own?Let alone someone that is like yourself.”Anaris demanded,Sebastian stated as Liefa started to withdrew her katana. ”Take her because if i say anything you won't believe anything from me, if she is not of any importance then it is just another life lost to the endless fruitless war.”

“Tra..” Liefa could not finish as blood started to develop on her lips, Daere slowly back away from him upon seeing how quick he was.She watched Sebastian while he pulled his blood covered hand from Liefa gaping hole in her stomach, he turned to Daere while he threatened ” don't give him trouble or i might just do the same to you.”

“Your insane.”Daere muttered, Liefa lifeless body fall to the ground. Sebastian replied while Anaris and his companion made their way towards the eluvian behind.”Your in good companion then.Anaris once it is set you will have to go through, she is a fighter but i don't think you will have trouble keeping her in line.”

“Thank you, Sebastian.” Daere grumbled, Anaris touched the eluvian surface. Slowly a mist developed on the clear reflection, he remarked not looking back at them”I don't need your help any further, but thank you for the small information.You have done well with your service and I will make certain it will be quick before we leave.”

“Thank you Anaris, even if it was bitter short it was an honor to help one of the rebel leaders.”Sebastian replied, he bowed while Anaris turned to face him.He point at Daere then growled while he made his way over to him, ”Don't move.”

‘If i don't listen to Dirtheman what makes you think I will listen to you?’ Daere wondered,she made her way slowly to the eluvian.In the corner of her eye she watched as Anaris placed both his hands on Sebastian face.With a sharp motion Anaris twisted sharply, the snap of Sebastian neck caused her to stop in her tracks while he spoke”Shame he really was starting to become useful.”

“i want to ask if that was necessary if he was useful, but then you have your rules, i’m assuming.” Daere remarked,Anaris studied her while he remarked”You should know the answer to that,if he was allowed to live Dirtheman would have had him questioned and we would have been founded out soon.What about you, what is it he was hiding that i would not believe?Or do you not know yourself.”

“I don't, i was just minding my own business when Dirtheman started to threaten me.”Daere lied quickly, Anaris shook his head with disappointment as he made his way through his companion ordered sharply.”Move.”

“I am going, you don't need to say anything.”Daere replied, she followed close behind to be welcome by the sight of a full veneration army surrounding the eluvian with their weapons drawn. Daere lowered her head and groaned in disbelief ”Fuck me and here i thought i had a chance to make it to the closest town.”

“Daere, come here.” Anaris ordered, she looked over to him and snapped”Stop ordering, demanding or anything that involves you needing to feel superior.”

“Just over here so Daethn’thal can have a closer look at you.”Anaris growled,with a heavy sigh Daere cautiously made her way over to them. Daethn’thal eyes light up as he wasted no time embracing her,Anaris did not hide his own shock in his tone.”You know her?”

“Of course, have you forgotten the reason I had Cecil bring her to us so the formless one could place it mark on her?” Daethn’thal inquired, Daere eyes went wide in shock.Her mind started to panic while he pulled her away from him ‘He...he..he just hugged me… Anthony never really did that let alone wanted me around much...why is this man doing so?’

“I don't know what to say...but could you please let go of me.”Daere stated,Daethn’thal nodded then shouted”Not only are we to celebrate a successful mission of Anaris return, but for another that has been thought long dead.Sarff might have fail us but since my blood has return, it is a sure sign we will free Xebenkeck with the others so we could stop using the darkspawn and start working on our glorious defeat of the self proclaimed gods.”

‘Think i am starting to like the idea of staying in the cage torture for a few more night, just swinging there dangerously above thousands of feet above ground.’Daere thought, she closed her eyes while the veneration cheers filled the cavern.

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Your doing it all wrong here let me help you with that.”Daere watched in silence as the veneration helped his companion untie the knots to their mounts, she turned her head towards Daern’thal while he walked by as another with light brown hair kept pace with him.Quietly she got up from the hard ground then made her way further into the forest while the cool crisp night air hit her face, it did not take long before a faint footsteps rushed towards her direction.Daere stopped in her tracks as she softly stated “There is not a reason to come with me.”

“Here, you look like you have not eaten for awhile let alone you don't seem to be able to move as fast as you should.” he remarked,Daere turned to look at him as he held out his hand. A light breeze brushed his short black hair while he showed her the small loaf of bread.Her stomach growled at the sight, with hesitation Daere took it from him and muttered”Ma serannas, how are your supplies?”

“We have enough to last us on the way back to Tallos eye, why don't you sit down and allow me to see the damage.”he replied,Daere stopped herself from taking a bite slowly she held the bread back to him.Daere did not hide her uneasiness as she spoke”I should not be taking this from you and your men, as for the healing i am fine..it was a walk in a park compare to when i first met him.Truth be told if Dirtheman had not dropped the bombshell i would have taken care Falon’Din after what he did.”

“Good to see you can handle your own but if you have some internal injuries we need to take care of that as soon as..”he tried to explain, Daere quickly replied cutting him off”Ok here is how it is going to be and i am going to put this as kindly as i can, those hands of yours or anyone else in the matter will find possible missing fingers, thumbs or anything i find suiting if there is any body contact.”

“How do you expect us to help you if you are not going to allow any of us try to at least heal you?Forget it have it your way by the way my name is Geldauran, i along with a few others are to return back to the formless ones temple after we take care of the Architect since you are now with us.”

“What about Daern’thal and Anaris?”Daere inquired,Gelauran replied”Daern’thal is to go with a select few take care the mother Anaris is to proceed to do the same with Coryphaeus , so this way once we extinguish the darkspawn so the Evanuris will be focused on the Tevinters and their red Templars.This will make it easier to steal Fen’Harel orb so the others can finally roam Thedas once more.”

“I am not going to go along with this..you do understand right?”Daere replied,Geldauran stated”I don't know all you went through with them, but you have to trust me it is in our best interest to pick up were we where left off.”

‘Something tells me i was better off in Dirtheman hands.’Daere thought as she eyed Geldauran with weary,Cecil approached them while stating “So it is true you are back here, what did you do to convince Fen'Harel to hand you over to Dirtheman? “

“He did nothing of that sort but i have a bone to pick with you lethallin.” Daere growled, Cecil just stared at her blankly. He tone was slightly cold as he spoke to her. “Clearly something went wrong, did you say something that set him off or…”

“Cecil that is enough.”Geldauran growled,Daere narrowed her eyes as she snapped”I would agree, besides after all of what i have been hearing i should be the one angry at you not the other way around.”

“You slept with him and choose being with him over coming with me, that is more then to be angry at you Daere.”Cecil snapped,Geldauran asked softly”What did the Evanuris tell you anyways?”

“It was not them, but those hybrids both of you seem to be concern about..did you know he was sending them to Dirtheman?”Daere inquired, Geldauran narrowed his eyes then glanced at Cecil while he growled”Is this true?”

“Yes, only because they have no business existing.”Cecil stated, Daere angrily grabbed him roughly by the front of his armor as she snapped.”You have no right to do such a thing, the Cecil i know…”

“Was a lie to keep your sorry ass out of trouble, you really think i really cared for you or your family?I swear the one thing the both of you had in common other than your freakish taste for honey is the fact you both seem to want to be around Fen’Harel, but you...you took it a step further how could you even think about sleeping with him when you are to be with Geldauran? Honestly i should not have stopped the envy demon from killing you back in Denerim, but the last thing i wanted was drawing more attention from those red Templars.”Cecil snapped as he pushed her back,Daere stood there in a daze her tone softened while she spoke”what are you talking about?”

“you truly don’t remember anything from that day do you?Ir abelas i know this is going to make things more uncomfortable for you.”Geldauran replied, he reached into his pocket and slowly he pulled his hand out as she turned to him.The malachite stone glistened slightly as he held it up,softly he stated”I kept this with me just in case, hoping one day you would come back to us i knew it would be the right time”

‘This is too much for one day ’Daere thought she let go of Cecil, Geldauran undid the clasp to the pendant.He stated as he placed the pendent around her neck ”Daere this is what is good for our people, i can forgive you for sleeping with Fen’Harel just accepted this is our way of life keeping a pure blood line”

“you want to know why i don't envy those that live the royal life?This is one of the reasons why, i didn't agree to this.”Daere remarked, Geldauran muttered as he looked down at the stone”You might not have agreed but Daern’thal wanted either myself or Anaris to be a suiter.”

“Anaris didn't know i even existed..”Daere pointed out,his hand touched her cheek gently as he remarked “I didn't know either until the day Fen’Harel brought Taliesin and Craven with him to talk about finally ending the war.”

‘this is…’Daere thought as she shook off her shock,Cecil remarked sharply”Geldauran must i remind you anyone that sides with them should be question to the full extent and be treated as a spy.”

“Yes Cecil there is still the matter what you were doing helping Dirtheman?”Geldauran inquired sharply,Daere hand touched the pendent while he turned to look at him.She looked down and stared at it as Cecil admitted”he had me back up in the corner that day you had me in Dragon's Peak ,if it is any consolation i did give him information about that place Fen’Harel was hiding those servants.”

“That was you too.”Daere looked up and snapped, she lunged her hand at him but Geldauran stopped her inches from Cecil his face.He calmly snapped as he glared at her.”Nothing like kicking a good puppy while their down,since i am already on a roll with the welcoming wagon there is something else i am going to let you know. Fen’Harel wasted his time slitting Sarff throat, all she had to do was undo the seals and i would have removed the curse from her. Darcy boy you should have seen his face when i first lead the red Templars to your home after you left, his blood to bring down the elven empire aload of bullshit just like your whole family.And then there is you..you could be so much more if you just shut up...”

“Cecil, that is enough.”Geldauran snapped,Cecil threw his head back and laughed as Daere just stared at him.Slowly he started to walk away while he remarked”Gladly, the look on her face is well worth getting that off my chest after all these years.”

“Are you ok?He didn't.. it has been a rough travel and long planning since we arrived here”Geldauran tried to explain,Daere looked at him and remarked”I believe he meant every word he said.”

“Don't take it to heart, i promise he will have to treat you better once we are bonded.”Geldauran replied,Daere asked”Is what he told me true... i mean about her?Could she have lived if she had went back?”

“It was an unfortunate miscalculation, we didn't expect Fen’Harel to find her nor did we think she would ask him to do it. You have nothing to worry about just do as the formless one asks, he will make certain that you are well watched over.”Geldauran explained as he walked away, Daere looked back at the pendant. She could feel a slight sadness raise while she wondered ’But there has to be more than this..I mean those people don't they miss me? Or did i just sacrifice myself for nothing?Want about Solas..had he not question once why i left?’

“He misses you, wanting waiting why did she leave?”Cole voice came from above,Daere looked up in the tree line and smiled.Softly she spoke”I remember you..what happened? You just disappeared.”

“He sent me back to the dark place and I tried to get back but I saw them carrying you...you weren't moving but somehow you were trapped..how is that?”Cole asked as he jumped down from the branch he was sitting on,he made no sound as he landed on the ground while she replied”Dirtheman used a spell to make certain my soul didn't drift to the afterlife, why are you here?”

“I’m helping.”Cole replied, Daere looked at him oddly then turned her head back to camp as she heard Craven voice”Next arrow won't be a miss, surround Geldauran i really don't want anymore of our blood spilled.”

“Polite as always Craven, can i ask where is Fen’Harel.”Geldauran inquired calmly, Daere looked at Cole then the two headed back to the veneration camp.They could hear Craven answered”He is with the inquisitor or have you forgotten that they were down east from here Geldauran”

“We just need them out of the way long enough to take care of a few things.”Geldauran explained as Daere and Cole came within sight, he crossed his arms as Craven inquired”Taking care of what, if it is stirring up more darkspawn from their nest i swear i will end things here without his permission.”

“Craven, i hate to admit it is good to see you.”Daere admitted before Geldauran could speak, Craven looked at her slowly then turned to Geldauran while he ordered”by order from both Fen’Harel and the inquisition you are to be lead into their camp for questioning on kidnapping , if you refuse i promise you Fen’Harel will make his way here and make certain you don't see the light of day.”

“No need for the hostility Craven, in truth i am grateful to finally have a word with the bastard that turned his back against us.”Geldauran replied,Craven turned to the soldiers behind him then ordered ”Inquisition soldiers as soon as Fen’Harel men has them restrained move in and take them back.”

“What about that one?”one of the soldiers asked as he pointed at Daere ,Craven replied”Can you not see she is not armed?Must i add I am certain Fen’Harel give me an ear full if she was tied.”

“You lead them here didn't you, Cole? “Daere inquired,Cole remark softly as he walked over to the inquisition soldiers”Yes.”

“i think i am starting to have more respect on what you do Craven.”Daere stated as he walked over to her,Craven took off his helmet then stopped in front of her while he remarked with a smirked ”Well as soon as the both of you talk maybe we can carry on like nothing has happened. “

“I wish that was the case but Dirthamen…”Daere start but Craven quickly cut her off ”Wants nothing to do with you, in fact when he sent Fen’Harel your weapons with Anthony’s journals he made it clear that you are worst then the darkspawn plague.Never in his time of ruling had he dealt with so much loss to his men when he brought in a new one to break in, he mentioned if you set foot on his grounds he would turn you around and send you back from the depths of the abyss where you crawled out of and let them deal with you.”

“I was only there for a day, certainly he could not be giving up that quickly.”Daere replied with relief,Craven explained as the two started to follow the soldiers and the prisoners”A day up there is a week for those down here, losing Nimue really did hurt him plus the added bonus on his discovery about you.He lost his ownership to the hybrids, but thanks to Mythal they did not lose their lives. Fen’Harel has them helping him with the issues they have been having with the wards.”

“So you guys do know about it.”Daere muttered,Craven added”Taliesin didn't seem at all surprised when we found out, so i asked her while we were setting up camp why.She told me she already knew, that Sarff had already expressed her fears but didn't go much into detail after that.”

“Craven..thank you, right now i am starting to question who i can trust.”Daere admitted,Craven looked at her not hiding his concern.He stopped her quickly just outside the gathering camp, Craven remarked as he saw the pendent around her neck”We might want to consider hiding that, Fen’Harel even if he did not say anything was a bit upset you had left.The last thing he needs to see is you coming back with that around your neck.”

“So you know what it is?”Daere inquired, happily without hesitation she undid the clasp and handed to Craven.He replied as he quickly shoved it in a small pouch on his side”Even if she does not wear it often i have seen a brothel necklace like this with Mythal..can i ask who it was?”

“Geldauran...he just gave it to me not to long ago,Craven what have you gotten me into?I admit Falon’Din and Dirtheman was my stupid own doing...but this...I don't know if i can take another surprise.”Daere explained,she wondered. ‘It should not get worse then this can it?’

“You don't have to worry about anything, in fact tomorrow I can offer to take you back.We still need someone to try and catch that thing in Revas and i figured you might have a better catch since we are focused out here.Craven explained, Daere tilted her ear up slightly.She inquired softly, ”You’re still after that?Why do you think i can do it?”

“One of the knights told me how you were stupid enough to let a depressed wolf bite you, so maybe a spirit should not be any different.I doubt you would have to worry about any torn cloths complaints from Taliesin….what's wrong?”

“That is another thing, i know i should ask how the wolf is doing but i am concern Taliesin will pop out of nowhere...she is not here is she?”Daere inquired,Craven remarked.”She is but less angry with you...I do have to apologize in advance though.Taliesin in her small rage burnt most of your things after Solas brought them back, he managed to stop her before she got ahold of the jewelry that was Sarff.”

“Wait..i thought you guys were interested only in the books?”Daere asked, she stared at him with confusion.He laughed at her as they started to head further into camp, he stated lightly, ”After all this time you still think we are interested in the books?True it will help us but you need to forget about living in your past falon, remember family is not about blood but who is there for you.”

“But what about the engagement? I mean Geldauran said...”Daere started, but Craven snapped slightly”There you go again, do you ever think for yourself?I mean have you not noticed why you have been ending up in so much trouble, maybe you could not have avoided Dirtheman threats to begin but if you were not so bent to please everyone you would not have ended up close to death.”

“Craven, if i remember correctly, that is how i even learned Dirtheman knew what Solas was doing, would you have been able to find out before he got what he needed?”Daere inquired while they stopped in front of one of the tents, he opened it without looking inside as he explain”True and it might have been to late if you had not came across it but you need to stop before you do get yourself killed..again.”

“Craven i swear this better be important.”Taliesin voice floated from inside,Daere looked inside to see Taliesin long black hair resting on Solas bare chest.Daere swallowed while Taliesin got off of him, her mouth went dry as she muttered”I…”

“I guess the spirit was right.”Taliesin remarked, she made her way over to the two as Daere stated”If..if you two are back together...I should just...i should just go back.”

“We are not.”Taliesin remarked, she stopped by them then turned to Daere as she added”Go, but don't think I am letting you off the hook that easily even if you willingly went with Dirtheman. When we get back i think a little fun is in order until I am satisfied that you won't be going anywhere.

“Taliesin.”Solas growled,Taliesin laughed nervously as she looked back at him.She quickly added”Or Fen’Harel says something...what?”

“Nothing.”He replied, slowly he got off the bedroll and made his way over to them as craven remarked”We should probably check to see how the veneration are being dealt with, i did just kind of left the inquisition soldiers on their own.”

“Idiot, they don't know what they who they are messing with Craven.”Taliesin sneered,Craven left Daere side slowly as solas approached her.She crossed her arms in front of her while she lowered her gaze to the ground, Solas rested his hand on her arm and remarked”I cannot express how i feel.”

“But you are still concern about those people now that you know aren't you?”Daere asked,Solas slowly brought her close to him.He replied in a soft tone”Of course, they trust Mythal and myself to protect.Never could i imagine you would go as far to endure going to them just to do the same,you didn't have to..you could have told me.”

“You had enough to worry about, plus i didn't know what he would have done if i said anything or if you would have believed me.”Daere replied, she smiled gently as she looked at him while she spoke”Does it matter now?Craven told me you have them.”

“Does not stop him from telling the others, but you are right we need to take the victories while we can.”Solas replied, slowly he leaned in and gently pressed his lips against hers.Softly she spoke while he pulled away.”It is the formless one you are after, emma lath.”

“Excuse me?”Solas inquired as he looked at her, Daere repeat”“when i met Daern’thal, i caught the name...it is the formless one.I didn't see him but the others are going to it’s temple clear in the Anderfels...i figured you wanted to know which of the Forbidden One was loose.”

“I did...but right now I kind of got something else in mind,the question is are you up for it ma vhenan?”Solas muttered allowing his groan to slip past his lips, Daere softened her eyes and cooed”I think i can work things around after Falon’Din heavy foot massage this morning...not reckoned i need another one”

“i will be gentle then, once we get back maybe Mythal will be willing to handle how Falon’Din treats others…”Solas murmured, he gripped her by the buttocks then lifted her off the ground as she pressed her lips against his.Daere broke the kiss while she whispered”Don’t emma lath, next time he considers it I have a surprise of my own.”

“It is better if you let me handle things with the other Evanuris from now on vhenan.”Solas groan while he carried her inside, the tent flat fall with a rustle as Daere giggled softly.Softly she muttered”Never thought my wolf would be so protective.”

“Of course, i have aimed to take you since i had caught your scent. “Solas replied jokingly, gently he laid her down on the bedroll and wasted no time removing the remaining pieces of his clothing.Daere didn't hesitate pulling the rogue outfit over her head then threw it to the side as she leaned in to kiss him roughly on his lips, through sharp breath the two undid the last of her belt buckle while she muttered” i did not think i would be able to feel your warm body against mine after i left.”

“I guess i should be thankful you know how to make a mess of things.”Solas remark,Daere rested her hand on his as she looked at him.She spoke gently”I didn't mean to do what i did but Kaena..he did try and i was afraid Dirtheman would not listen to my pleads.”

“I know, you would not have done it otherwise.”Solas muttered while he pressed his forehead against hers,softly he added”I want you to go back, I can tell you are starting to get to your breaking point.”

“I can handle myself Solas, just please the only thing I need is you emma lath.”Daere whispered,he leaned in and kissed her on the lips gently.His bared chest pressed on her breasts as he shifted his weight until she was resting on top of him,Daere touched his cock then lifted herself slightly only to guide him inside her.She closed her eyes, a soft moan slipped past her lips as he leaned in and kissed her bare neck.Solas muttered with a satisfying groan”You have been waiting for me haven't you.”

”Yes.” Daere whispered, without warning Solas rested his hands back on her mound then thrust her forward. Slowly Daere bared her head into his chest only to muffle her moans as soldiers walked past his tent.

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“That feels good.”Daere muttered softly, Solas continued to caress her cheek with the palm of his hands as he replied”It is good to start seeing this side of you, even after what you had to endure.”

“I made a mistake that made me realize it would have been foolish to do it twice...just tell me you meant what you said.”Daere stated, slowly she opened her eyes and looked at him.Solas leaned over and kissed her forehead gently then inquired”And what is that ma vhenan?”

“do you really love me?”Daere whispered, Solas looked at her with concern as he inquired”Of course, i was ready to head over Dirtheman to try to convince you to come back when Mythal informed me what had happened while bring those people.If i didn't want you with me i would have just gotten the rest of the books, Taliesin seemed eager to help me even after i asked her to stay with Felassan.”

“If she was so eager then why did Craven tell me she was burning some of my things?”Daere inquire softly, her hands rested on his bare shoulders as he started to kiss her gently on the lips.She nipped lightly while he wrapped his hand around her while he answered” Trust me they were not a lost, in fact some of the pages are missing because of what i read on the things his did to you after Sarff death...can we please stop talking about this”

“Solas was what you found that bad?” Daere inquired while she forced him to look at her, she could tell he was slightly as he muttered” Trust me i would not lie to you, it is better that is was forgotten.”

“You know sooner or later I will have to face whatever your not telling me.”Daere remarked, Solas stated as he lowered his head to her neck, ”Then let it be later, right now i want to take advantage of the time we have before we join the inquisitor.”

“I like what you are considering.”Daere whispered, his teeth gently scraped against her neck causing a small chill to run down her spine.Solas muttered, ”I didn't realize it was this easy to give you goosebumps, even your nipples seem ready for a small tease”

“i am ready for anything emma lath.” Daere remarked softly, she held back her head as a moan escape.Slowly Solas trailed his kisses down to her collarbone, his fingertips barely touched the top of her leg.Daere whimpered slightly then muttered”this is different than what you have normally done.”

“Want me to rush in?”Solas inquired slightly ,Daere shook her head no then murmured”No..i like this,it has abit of a suspense.”

“As you wish.”Solas remarked gently while he trailed his fingers between her legs,Daere caught her breath suddenly as she felt his fingers brush against her clit.She opened her eyes just as he leaned in and kissed her on the lips,Daere replied softly”Emma lath.”

“Yes ma vhenan.”Solas murmured as he pressed down against her body,Daere opened her mouth and stopped herself as Craven words passed through her thoughts.She smiled weakly while she remarked”It is nothing.”

“Are you certain?You know you can talk to me about anything that is one your mind.”Solas replied, he did not hide his concern as she leaned in and kiss him.Daere remarked sweetly”There is nothing, i guess i am more concerned to know if we had enough time before the demands of your duty starts.”

“That sounds to me like I don't have to worry about trying to insist you stay put while I have Geldauran show us were the opening is.”Solas replied,Daere tried to lighten her mood as she push her thoughts back while she spoke”Craven did suggest something..i am still allowed over there am i not?”

“What did he suggest?”Solas inquired, Daere giggled softly then muttered”He suggest i go back until things are settled, not to relax but i would like to see if they are not under Dirtheman influence anymore.”

“That is actually a good idea, hopefully it is enough to keep you from stirring up trouble” Solas stated,Daere cooed softly “now about what you were planning to do with me or has the dread wolf forgotten”

“Oh i have not forgotten.”Solas remarked, slowly he dragged his fingers away then pressed them over her lips. Daere opened her mouth and allowed her mouth to gently cover his fingers, her tongue massaged his skin as he watched her with interested. Softly he admitted while he pulled his fingers out” I am now wondering what else you can do with that tongue.”

“I could show you.” Daere murmured,Solas remarked not hiding his hesitation ”i would like that but we are limited on our time before they get impatient, lay on your stomach vhenan.”

“How can I refuse?”Daere inquired softly, she nipped his lip then shifted her weight carefully on the bedroll. Daere laid her hands underneath, slowly she rest her head on her hands as she felt Solas place his own on her back.He rubbed gently while his palm started to feel cool while he remarked”Ir abelas i should have done this last night but just seeing you back I just wanted to make certain you were real.”

“You know there was other was to make certain i was real, but i am not complaining.” Daere remarked, she could hear him grunt softly as he fought his his urges. Daere inquired softly, ”Having a problem?”

“Never.” Solas replied as he moved one of his hands to her side, she could feel his other hand spread the cheeks of her buttacks. Daere raised her body slightly as she felt him fill her, he looked up at her while he thrusted his body with a groan.Quickly Daere bite her lip as a moan got trapped in her throat, carefully Solas placed his other hand on the other side while he increased his pace.Daere closed her eyes while he lean forward and kissed the back of her shoulder,she turned her head to bite down on her own arm. Solas muttered” i am starting to wonder if this was a big mistake.”

“why?”Daere manage to inquired softly, Solas continued to thrust into her as he groan his answer” Because i am starting to reconsider leaving this tent.”

“Solas it was bad enough for Taliesin and Dirtheman walking in on us, i will not promise you the safety of this camp if that flap opens and everyone gets a full view.” Daere weakly threaten, she could feel the pleasuring sensation build as he chuckled softly. He nipped her neck and groaned his replied, ”You’re too soft for that.”

“Solas…”Daere muttered weakly, she bite down on her arm sudden as her climax shattered through her body.Solas clenched his hands onto the ground as he paused, gently he leaned in and kissed her shoulder then remarked”Next time i hope we are in a place where you don't have to cover your mouth.”

“I would much appreciate it.”Daere replied as he sat back, she could hear him sigh softly then stated”i better hurry, take the time you need to get dress and do whatever it was Craven told you.I would prefer you to be well away from this place if things go wrong….”

“That is not going to happen i want to help you see this through despite what I said earlier.”Daere said as she sat up,slowly she looked at him while she stated, ”I didn't forgive myself then and I know i wont forgive myself now..I haven't shown you what i could do mostly because I didn't trust you enough, but Dirtheman did do one thing right.”

“Vhenan how is locking you over your death helped you? One chain breaking and we would have been storing though what was left before the animals down here eat the remains.”Solas explained, Daere remarked”Not that, besides i did get a good view what it is like look down at Thedas before falling asleep.No before that I need to stop expecting things going back to the way they were, I had it easy but you guys..has it always been like this for you?”

“We have are moments of peace and Ghilan'nain would throw her parties, but this is different we can walked down here without being on edge.I hate to admit this is the first time since the Forbidden Ones were locked have we not been fighting amongst ourselves.” Solas explained, she watched him get up from the ground. They could hear some of the soldiers talking close by as he started to get dressed into his armor, he leaned over to pick up his wolf helmet and sigh.Softly he stated”You know i really don't like you doing this, you even admitted to me you wanted to stop but here you are so now i want to ask you why?”

“Back then i had no reason to live, true i had a few friends but i thought my purpose in life was to continue just being here not truly existing to others.I admit i am still hesitate about you and it seems daily this world is trying to throw everything in my path to make me feel like shit, but when I am with you or hear your voice something within me just wants to continue and keep fighting.I want to protect that as long as I can.”Daere admitted.

Solas snickered as he remarked”Even if I am still one of them?”

“We all have our flaws.”Daere replied as she busted out laughing, he shook his head while he walked over to the flap of the tent.

Softly he spoke as he hand rested on the edge”Before i tell Craven to have his griffin ready for flight to get those powders of yours.”

“Solas..ma serranas.”Daere muttered softly, she watched him leave then heard him ask”How long were you there?”

“Not long, Geldauran seems too eager to talk in fact he has a proportion to make with the two of you.” Taliesin replied as Daere finally grabbed her rogue outfit quickly, there was an uncomfortable pause then finally he spoke.”Taliesin i am assuming he is already talking with the lady inquisitor, if that is the case do you mind getting her stuff?”

“Alright taken care of last night...just not all those weapons she had armed herself with, mostly the basic ”Taliesin stated,Daere slipped into her own armor just as she opened the flap.Solas nodded then left them as Taliesin remarked”You know how to be quick when you want to.”

“I can be...what do i owe you being here..”Daere inquired not hiding her uneasiness, the two women look at each other while Taliesin replied”You can relax, i am not mad i just want to explain what we were doing before you arrived.I am certain Craven told you they have been hassassing these shemlen, well i was just helping him with his injuries”

“You know it never did cross my mind once what you were doing, so could you please clarify what you are doing here or are you guilty that we walked in on you while you were trying to take him back?I am not mad and I would understand after all look at you long black hair, green eyes that seem like they would piece the soul if they could.Your gorgeous compared to myself, i mean the only thing about me that stands out is the odd color of my eyes.Then there is the fact must i remind you the both of you have had a history, it would hurt but it happens like you said.” Daere admitted.

Taliesin walked over to her then touched her wrist. Softly she spoke”You really don't think too highly of yourself.”

“Coming from someone that does not keep burning other people's things yes, no i don't think highly of myself mostly because that is a way for people to become prideful little shits that treat others like dirt...probably why i practice that thing may have forgotten call humility.”Daere replied dryly,Taliesin remarked softly, ”And now you’re being a bit of an ass, those clothes i burnt where not you. I was not doing it to be childish or petty revenge i did it because you deserve something better.”

“Honestly if i had known one little bondage session with you would get you to act like this, i think i would have done it night one.”Daere stated, Taliesin let her go while she remarked”I promise you if you had done so I would have trouble explaining why i had a dead body in my room.”

“That’s my line.”Daere replied not hiding her annoyance,Taliesin started to walk as Daere followed ”I have been saying that for years, so really i don't think anything you say would be anything new that they have not heard from me.”

“Bite me.” Daere muttered,Taliesin started to laugh at her then remarked”I would but that would require people questioning your relationship with Fen’Harel, that is the last thing we both want but it would make an interesting story.I can see it now underneath the dreadwolf nose an blossoming romance between to his vhenan and ex arises, somehow that story would end with him sitting alone with his sad hand gripping his penis because he lost to another woman that he use to date.”

“yeah..”Daere forced a laugh her body shifted slightly to the thought from the night before, Taliesin looked at her then stated”I know the joke was bad but it was bad enough i overheard one of them talking about Fen’Harel having a high sex drive after i was heading back to the eluvian, we need to keep the rumors from spreading Fen’Harel is having orgies in the camp if we can.”

“Oh I don't know, I think Solas might like the thought of being able to take in two.”Daere tried to joke,Taliesin implied”He can't seem to keep one incontrol, but then I was wondering if we could talk him into sharing the bed with the both of us...that is if you are ok with it as well with me with the two of you.”

“Taliesin?”Daere didn't hide her shock in her tone, she looked at Taliesin to find the serious expression stayed on her face.Taliesin stated”I am fine if you don't like the idea, just with Craven having his boyfriend I have been feeling a bit left out.”

“Wait… Craven has someone?”Daere inquired,Taliesin replied as they approached the supplies”I know he does not act it but he has been meeting up with one of Sylaises Sentinels in secret with his sister help.”

“Wow,i never even thought the way he acted...does Solas knows?”Daere inquired,Taliesin dug around then pulled out Daere small pouch while she explained”Yes, but after Anthony went berserk Solas felt it was better for no more secret meetings to happen under his roof.He felt it was the best way so the Evanuris didn't find Revas, guess he was wrong.”

“They were safe,Cecil admitted that he told Dirtheman so he could live.”Daere remarked as she took her pouch and her song dao from Taliesin, she nodded then stated”I knew there was something wrong with him but I kept my mouth shut upon seeing how much they had trusted him.”

“also..if you see Solas tell him he really had nothing to be guilty about,Cecil was the one responsible only because they just wanted her to undo what you guys had asked.”Daere admitted,Taliesin paused and studied Daeres face.Softly she asked”What are you planning on doing?”

“I am going to make things interesting for them so if Geldauran is considering to lead any of you into an ambush I would have already taken care of it.”Daere explained, Taliesin remarked, ”You? You don't have a good track history of coming out unscathed...I have mentioned this haven't I?”

“I was not completely grounded but I promise you this will work.” Daere stated, trying to sound reassuring, Taliesin nodded her head slowly then shout”Fen’Harel!”

“No, he cannot know. If you tell him i know, he will stop me before i am able to steal one of the mounts.” Daere hissed as she covered Taliesin mouth,Taliesin grabbed her wrist then growled”For good reasons, you cannot expect to go there alone then manage to survive..you just got back falon.”

“She won't be alone.”a female voice replied, the two looked at their new arrival.Daere asked calmly, ”You’re with them?”

“I don't like Geldauran idea so I would gladly go with his fiancée to make certain she comes back.”the veneration remarked,Taliesin eyes went wide then narrowed as she whispered in a high pitch”Fiancée ? Daere what is going on?”

“I just found that out last night when we stopped for a break,if i had known something i would have said is sooner.”Daere admitted,Taliesin sighed then remarked”I knew it was a bad idea to keep chasing after you but does Craven listen, no of course he can't...you got before they start marching before i even breathe a word about what you are planning.”

“What about the other thing?”Daere inquired,Taliesin grumbled”I don't know, truth be told i should let him know but then i don't think it would stop him from finding a way around this engagement.It was painful enough to watch him while we work, I would hate to see him once he knows about this.”

“Ma serannas Taliesin, if anything I will break it to him afterwards.” Daere replied,Taliesin pointed out”Just because i wont say anything does not mean Geldauran won't, you are after all breaking the rules still by sleeping with Fen’Harel.”

“Taliesin, if i didn't care about rules back then why should i start now?”Daere replied as she followed the other veneration out, they made their way to the stationed mounts.Softly the veneration remarked, ”You are truly one of us if you are willing to disobey a Sentinel, but she is right you should stop what you are doing with him.”

“instead of scolding me like everyone seems to enjoy, tell me do you know where we are going?”Daere inquired,the veneration nodded as she reached her mount. She hardedn her voice a little while she spoke”Of course, the town of Vol Dorma had been abandoned because it is close to the grey wardens main hideout in Weisshaupt.Chances are the darkspawn since they are alert of the inquisition presence they will have a few there, if it was just us they would not have been so defensive but since we had asked them things might have been proven a little more difficult.By now i would reckon they already know of Geldauran capture.”

“well hopefully that is not the case.”Daere replied as she hoisted herself up onto the closest dalish bred.

One of the inquisition soldiers shouted in alarm, ”Hey! What do you think you’re doing?”

“Time to go.”the veneration muttered as she digged her heels, Daere kicked her feet roughly into the horses side.The two rode off nearly knocking the inquisition soldier off his feet,Daere looked back in time as Taliesin came walking calmly over to him.Just as he opened his mouth to yell out for help Daere watched as Taliesin used the hilt of her daon dao and hit him in the stomach, slowly Daere looked forward then loosened the reins to allow her stolen horse to pick up his speed.The veneration shouted”You see those buildings over there,were are close.”

“I thought you said you were only working with the darkspawn since the Tevinters betrayed you?”Daere shouted back, she could see something red pulled back from one of the rooftops. The veneration inquired, ”Yes why?”

“I don't know if it is just my eyes playing with me but I think I just saw a red…” Daere could not finish as a huge shadow covered the sun above her,the two looked up to see the rotted dragon while it opened her mouth. She could hear the veneration shout, ”Shit, what is Corypheus dragon doing here.”

“you didn't know about the dragon?”Daere snapped as they rode harder into Vol Dorma, the dragon breathed out a line of red lyrium just as they had past the first rows of buildings.Barely did the two elven women managed to stir their horses into cover as the dragon started to take flight into the air, Daere growled between her clenched teeth as she watched the veneration slide of her her thoroughbred”What else are we to expect?Why isn't the dragon attacking us again?”

“You think i plan this, we came here to see if there was an ambush set for those people.Now that we have let us take care it and quickly, stop asking questions before you get us killed”The veneration snapped,Daere blinked a couple of time while she thought”What is it i just step into, normally when i do something like this..she right we are here the sooner we thin out the enemy the sooner we can get back.’

“how are we going to do this, we have no idea how many of them are here.”Daere inquired, she looked up to try and find the dragon as the veneration explained”You do know how to summon demons i hope, nothing big just a few that could help draw anything out.”

“i was not allowed to summon because it required a lot on pulling from wherever you guys get your abilities from, not because i wanted to but for some reason i had always had drawbacks so i just stuck with the simple things.”Daere explained, the veneration blinked a couple of times then muttered”we are fucked.”

“Not as much as you think we are, do as you were planning and i can try from there i can follow your lead.”Daere explained, the veneration replied”Alright, but if we die i would like to give you my name so you know who would making your life a living hell in the afterlife.It is Jinx, Sarff was a friend of mine before she fall in love with that Sentinel.In truth i was happy when i found out she was working with Fen’Harel since i was afraid once he had left us for Mythal he had turned his back on our beliefs, Cecil on the other hand i would suggest you avoid at all cost if you!value you life”

“I would have liked that warning a little sooner than this...wait are you implying Solas is one of…”Daere could not finish her sentence as a few shards of red lyrium embedded themselves into the building behind her,Jinx cut into the palm of her hand while she stated”I figured you would have understand why Geldauran is abit not happy with him to begin with, I don't mind telling you everything before we head back but right now we need to survive this.”

“Right..”Daere remarked as she drew out a small blade,Jink allowed her blood to linger in the air in front of her while more red Templars started to appear on the rooftop above them.Suddenly the blood fall onto the ground causing the spots to darkened, it didn’t take long before demonic hands sprouted from the area as Daere cut opened her wrist.She push back the pain while squeezing her forearm, Daere allowed her blood to drip on the the ground as a few terror demon emerged. Jinx wasted no time pointing at their enemies while she ordered”Attack them, I order you!”

With a shrill high pitched shriek, they leant forward then disappear onto the ground only to pop up on the rooftops.Daere knelt on the ground and muttered a spell she remembered, Jinx looked at her with a questionable look as she slowly stood up.The earth bubbled then suddenly a huge hand rose gasping at the ground, a pride demon emerged while blood started to trickle down her nose.The demon looked at her then raised it’s hand at her, softly Daere spoke”I know, i don't have any right to summon you but Darcy is gone and I need your help.If we survive this you can shoot all the lightning balls to whatever heart content you might have at me.”

As if understanding her words the pride demon looked at her then towards the rooftops, slowly the pride demon walk towards the conflicting battle.Jinx remarked while she unhilted her tachi ”show off.”

“You said we needed some demonic help.”Daere remarked, her head started to hurt as she pinched her nose trying to stop the flow of the blood.Jinx studied her then asked”Do you even think you could fight like this?”

“We are here, I already summoned that blasted thing just give me a few to stop both the bleeding then i will join in on the fight.”Daere replied calmly,Jinx stated while she ran off.”Watch yourself then and hurry, i don't think I can take them out on my own.”

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“You should really consider closing that.”Jinx stated as she turned to look at Daere, she looked down at the blood soaked makeshift bandage then shrugged her should. Slowly she looked up while they continued walking with her pride demon in the middle of the two elven women. Carefully she worded, ”I will have someone do it later, do you think we got all of them?”

“Truth be told no, we still need to find that dragon before we regroup with the others.Geldauran needs to know about this before he gets blamed for this as well, if we take care of it then maybe there is no need to do so. ”Jinx explained,Daere looked at her then inquired”Why?”

“Why what? oh you must be asking why we allowed the Architect to speed up the calling in the grey wardens, the Evanuris left us not choice we needed a way to fight them and decided to take this risk.”Jinx explained, Daere shook her head then stated, ”This is just wrong, those men and women didn't deserve to be turned into those creatures. How could you even think about doing it?

“Neither did us, we didn't deserve to lose our freedom.What else were we supposed to do?I can understand why you see this being wrong but you have not have to endure what we had, we were losing this war even if we tried to keep it hidden from the people of Thedas.The tide really changed for us after Fen’Harel turned his back against us before he came up with the plan to lock up the forbidden ones, we knew everyone was tired of the cycle but we didn't think he was serious about this.”

“You keep talking like he is one of you,how come?”Daere inquired,Jinx looked at her then sighed as she explained“before he was caught by Andruil, Fen’Harel did in fact work with the other three even if he had refused to summon demons.”

“Wait..i thought he was old friends with Taliesin and Craven?”Daere inquired, she stopped to look at Jinx, she stopped then nodded while stating”He is, just because he has friends does not mean he didn't have a history.I remembered the day he came into the temple with Daeth’nal after the other two were caught by Elgar’nan, he was a mess.”

“How could you remember such a thing?I mean that has to be ages..centuries at the most.”Daere remarked,Jinx sneered”Do you want me to talk or are you going to interrupt each time?But to corrected you it has been centuries when the titans were not afraid to roam the earth, i wonder will they return once we clean up this mess.”

“And people say i get side tracked a lot.”Daere sneered,the pride demon finally stopped and looked at the two while Jinx continued” as i was saying ‘hush’, now where was i..agh yes we were talking about Fen’Harel weren't we and why we know him.Back then he had such lavish locks and such a charmer to..not that baldness you see now, Fen’Harel as he was needed help freeing the two...are you listening to a word i am saying?”

“Ir abelas...lashish locks?The charmer part i admit he has but i cannot imagine the first one.”Daere replied as she covered her mouth and giggled,Jinx sneered dryly”Yes the fact that the two of you were pretty busy last night says other wise, I swear what would Sarff think of you if she found her own blood was sleeping with the very one that she was forced to leave her family for because they wanted to replace him.”

“Ir abelas i swear not to interrupt again.”Daere muttered as she cleared her throat,Jinx studied her then stated”let us look for the dragon i am certain we wasted enough but if you really want to know he did help us before Anduril pend him to a tree, thankfully Mythal stepped in but since i guess he felt he owed her his life to her.”

“I see, but it still does not excuse all of this,darkspawn and the red Templars...your going to end this world this way.”Daere muttered as they started to walk, Jinx stated sharply causing Daere to feel a slight chill run through her spine”Starters we have nothing to do with those red Templar, in fact we believe Corypheus acted on his own accord which is another reason why we want to help put an end to the darkspawn.”

“Jinx, i know i am asking a lot of questions but why did you guys kidnap Sarff to begin with? “Daere inquired, Jinx studied Daere then remarked” you know absolutely nothing don't you? The reason why they had was because the fact once Fen’Harel left us there was not another one of us here in Felerdan that could control a spirit animal, Daeth’nal got a wind of a rumor of someone that controlled a kumiho.So he lead myself and a few others to the islands and found her with her family, once we arrived Daeth’nal give them an offer they could not refuse even if Sarff did protest.”

“So refusing would be out of the question.”Daere remarked, she looked around and noticed red lyrium clinging to the side of the building.A low growl above them caused the two elven women to stop in their tracks, slowly they looked as the dragon opened her mouth causing Daere uttered loudly, ”Fuck.”

The two elven women dodged behind the closest building as the dragon vaporizer the pride demon, Daere rested the back of her head against the walls.She wondered while she closed her eyes and groaned ‘What bad thing have i done to deserve this..wait now i remember it was wanting to scout ahead.’

“We need to attack her as soon as she lands.”Jinx sounded over the roaring of the lyruim flames,Daere stated sarcastically”You think? I just figure we might want to stand here playing hide and go seek so the others can fight her.”

“Do you think you can summon another pride demon?”Jinx inquired, Daere shook her head no then shouted back”I should have mentioned there was something with my spell casting…”

“That is something you could have told me after we took care of those things don't you think?”Jinx shouted back as she stared at Daere with disbelief,Daere unhilted her song dao as the lyrium seemed to thinned.She shouted as the dragon landed a few feet from them”we don't need spells for this oversized lizard.”

Daere ran up to the rotting high dragon as she swiped at her,with ease as Jinx came out from behind the building Daere slide while bending her body back. The scales nearly touched her face while she straightened her stance. Without hesitation Daere ran forward then jumped up with her song dao extended, with a frustrated growl she slammed the blades into the dragon's side.The rottened dragon roar out in pain, sharply she turn her head towards Daere as Jinx ran forward towards the front of the dragon.The dragon lunged her head towards Daere sudden with her mouth wide open,Daere tried to yanked her song dao back only to find them stuck.Jinx yelled out as she thrusted her tachi”Get out from there!”

“Watch out.”Daere cried out, Jinx quickly jumped back as the rotted dragon turned her attention to her. The demon snapped her mighty jaws inches from Jinx while she started to distance herself from the dragon,Daere quickly gripped the handles then hasted her foot up as she climb on.Jinx shouted out in alarm”What are you planning to do?”

“We need to end this, go back and tell the others what we are facing.I will keep this thing busy as long as i can.”Daere stated while she settled on the dragons back, she turned her head back towards Daere and extended her wings.Daere smirked then growled”Give me your best shot you ugly son of a bitch.”

“Have you completely lost it?”Jinx shouted as the wind started picked up,Daere grabbed onto the dragon's bony spine as she started to lift from the ground.Quickly pressed her body against the scaled beast then looked to find Jinx standing there staring at her,Daere shouted”What are you waiting for they need to know, we need some type of aerial attack or all of this will fail on the battlefield.”

“I hope you know what your doing.”she could hear Jinx muttered as the two went higher into the air,the dragon seemed to ignore Daere’s presences as she started to rise higher into the sky. Daere knew better as she looked at the distance, she could see the army marching closer to Weishaupt.A sudden joint from the dragon caused her to look forward, she could see the emptiness in the dragon's eyes as they looked back at her.Softly she muttered as she started to feel pity for the the rotting beast“Your not even a dragon anymore now are you?”

‘Those eyes..i want to say they are like the archdemon but this is different, this poor creature must be a prisoner or something close to it.’Daere wondered, by then the building had faded from her view.Daere looked around briefly and caught a glance of one of the elven floating cities, she wondered ‘It would be funny to catch the expression from them if i had somehow managed to control this beast and flew it over there.’

“this has to go with one of my not so brilliant ideas.”Daere muttered, she could hear a faint flap of wings gaining close by.

Cravens muffled voice could be heard”Can’t i leave you alone for one second without you aiming for pending death, dammit Daere.”

‘Craven...but how is he…’Daere wondered, she turned her head to see a griffin fastly approaching.She raised herself up then shouted “Craven this thing breaths out red lyrium be careful.”

“Daere for fuck sake, try to grab my hand and i will try to safely get you on.Taliesin can handle the dragon once they know you are out of the way”Craven demanded, he flew closer as she replied“No chances are the dragon would suddenly move and i don't plan to plunge to my death, i can figure something out just give me a few...“

"Enough of this, there is nothing you can do unless you know how to shapeshift and i am assuming you don't know how to do that.”Craven snapped, Daere opened her mouth to protest but lost her voice as the dragon suddenly took a nosedive.Daere lost her hold on the rotted dragon, her eyes went wide as she realized she was free falling towards the ground below.She watched as the dragon turned around with her massive jaws opened,Daere clenched her teeth together then outstretched her hand as she noticed the dragon getting ready to attack.Craven urged the griffin downward, she could see the griffin fold its wings while she shouted”Don’t i have an idea, just get out of the way i don't want you in the line of fire.”

“I can reach you before you hit the ground.”Craven shouted,Daere shook her head and smiled softly.She could hear the faint whispers in the back of her skull as the mist developed at the tips of her hand.Daere stated”It is ok let me do this… trust me falon...i don't want anything to happen to you as well.”

‘I will get out of this…i always do...just maybe not in one piece, but i will get out of this.’Daere thought hopefully as she watched Craven yanked on the griffin reins, they hovered over the two while the dragon finally let out her attack. Daere felt her strength give in as the same amount of power released from her body, slowly she felt her fingers crawl up and watched as both their spells canceled themselves out.Daere exhaled while she thought”Damnit...don't let him see me like this”

“Look up there.”Daere could hear one of the soldiers from the ground shout from below her while another dragon appeared within her sights, Craven urged the griffin downward but she knew it was too late. Daere thought to herself as she closed her eyes bracing for the impending impact ‘At least i did what i could, isn't that enough? i mean the trickster knows he was not to be blamed for any of it and everything about my life was a lie...but still’

“Certainly your not giving up this easily.”She could hear Dirtheman say, slowly she opened her eyes and turned her head towards the end of the battlefield.There he stood alone with his hand outstretched towards her, faintly she could see a slight glow through the eye socket as he muttered “scatter.”

‘scatter?’ she thought then blinked a couple of times, she looked around to find herself sitting on the ground right in front of Dirthamen.He lowered his hand then rubbed his fingers together, softly he muttered”I guess i am starting to get rusty, but then i don't normally use that spell on others.”

“What just happened?”Daere inquired, Dirtheman looked at her as Craven flew the griffin their direction.He wasted no time explaining”I just saved your life again, you should be more grateful.Truth be told you should be kissing my feet by now but i know that is not going to happen now will it”

“I didn't ask you for your help...why?Craven told me you wanted nothing to do with me so why are you still trying to keep me alive this was your chance to be rid of me for good.”Daere inquired sharply as she stood up, softly he spoke”True i don't want you anywhere near my place again, well not until i know you won't be a plague to my soldiers so maybe i am trying to figure that out myself”

“Should it matter?”Daere inquired, Dirtheman studied Daere while he replied”I am certain Fen’Harel has witness your death defining fall and should be looking for you shortly.”

“Dirtheman...i appreciate this..ma serranas just don't get cozy with me doing this.”Daere remarked as she slightly bow,Dirtheman stated”Well i guess you can keep proving me wrong, dont worry da’len i won't, but you should stop before the others see you.”

“When have you care what others saw of me?”Daere inquired, she straightened while he replied”I don't, tell me so far as i can see Fen’Harel has done nothing much for you..why are you so insisting to return?It seems to me the affection is one sided.”

“He kept his promise but i admit i have not helped.”Daere admitted,Dirtheman offended softly”But don't you feel second rate, after all you are aware Mythal has him wrapped around her finger.You have the chance to try and pick up where you left off with your life,I could have someone cut your hair and allow you in an undisclosed location.There are plenty of amulets that could be given to you so you could not be bothered further, that would include away from the other venerations as well.”

“Why the sudden change of heart?”Daere asked, she did not hide her confusion as they heard the sound of the griffin landing close by. Dirtheman remarked”Fen’Harel is not the only one to have a soft spot.”

“It has to do with his journals again I am assuming.”Daere stated,Dirtheman didn't answer her question as Craven growled through his teeth.”I swear i think Taliesin has the right idea keeping you tied.”

“i heard that.”Daere grumbled,Craven remarked sharply “Well good, because after that little stunt I am tempted to drag you by the ear if i need to.I don't see Fen’Harel disagreeing with me when he arrives, where in creators mind did you think that plan was ever going to work?”

“You can't say you were that worried about me.”Daere replied while she smirk, slowly the smirk faded as she noticed the worry in his eyes.Softly she spoke”You were really worried about me weren't you...this is not an act?”

“No, why would you ask me if it is an act?You had friends before us so why are you now surprised?”Craven inquired his tone softened,Daere explained”I guess i am starting to question who to trust after all these years. “

“We should regroup with the rest of the army, i am pretty certain some of the soldiers died of a heart attack just watching her fall from the skies like that.”Dirtheman stated.

Daere replied ”Honestly i did not think Jinx would get help that quickly.”

“Not the case, one of the soldiers saw you riding off and Taliesin hitting another Fen’Harel had asked me to do a fly over ahead of schedule.”Craven explained,Daere turned to look at Dirtheman as she asked”What is your excuse?”

“I had to see how this played out with Fen’Harel working with the venerations, the others are trying to see if they could work peacefully getting rid of the other two.”Dirthamen explain,Daere wasted no time accusing”bullshit, one of them just happened to go on a genocide in dungeon..or whatever you self proclaimed demi gods call it just to see how things play out here.”

“Do we really need to start this mortal or do i need to force your shape again only to return you back to normal so that dragon can finish what she had started, it is god not demigod and it is true.The servants know what they are doing so they don't need me watching over them while they cleaned, besides if i had not came when i did..well that i don't need to explain.Dirtheman stated,Daere studied the Crow’s helmet as she wondered ’I wish he didn't have that on.’

“Craven i think it is best you take Nectan back into the air, this way you can alert the others if there is anymore surprises before they attack that old grey warden fort.”Dirtheman ordered, Craven looked at Dirtheman then at Daere.As if he sensed the distrust Dirtheman added”I will make certain she rejoins them, i meant what i said she won't be imprisoned by my hand since she is to much trouble.”

“Very well...chances are i need to see if i can't find out where they dragon vanished off to so we can finish her.”Craven replied as he slightly bowed, he turn quickly and walked over towards the griffin.Dirtheman picked up his staff from the ground then replied”Your leading the way if you plan to stick,mostly because i don't trust you to walk behind me so start moving.”

“Are you afraid i will stab you in the back?”Daere inquired, Dirtheman stared at her while he replied”Do you really want me to answer that question after all you have done, personally unlike Falon’Din i would make it quick and merciful but then what fun would that be?”

“Taliesin was right you are a hard person to read.”Daere muttered, she started to walk as Dirtheman stayed close behind her, he kept a slight distance away as the massive stunned army grew within their sights.

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What are you waiting for?”Dirtheman asked as he jabbed her back gently with his staff, Daere studied the army then turned back to look at him as he sat behind her.Softly she muttered“I can't go down there..i mean yes i happened to rush into an ambush...but this..this is different”

“You are not changing you mind now are you?”Dirtheman inquired,Daere sharply turned around as she stated“Dirthamen things are a little more complex than you might have thought.”

“Try me.”Dirtheman slightly challenged her, he took off his crows helmet then placed on the ground as she inquired “You really want me to tell you, wont it be a bother if i suddenly told you why i am hesitating to rejoin them.”

“It would help you to stop dragging your feet so we can get this over with then yes.”Dirtheman remarked, Daere studied him then sighed while she inquired“Where should i start?”

“The beginning would help.”Dirtheman replied,Daere pressed her hands together while she replied”Starters can i say i absolutely hate how the eluvian works and how confusing it is not knowing what day or week it is because of the sudden change of everything, i mean how do…”

“Quit dodging”Dirtheman sneered a little.

Daere took a breath then started “If i go down there i am going to have to face the reality that i need to tell Solas the truth about somethings and i am just barely trying to get a gasp on.”

“the engagement.”Dirtheman added,Daere looked at him with surprise as she stuttered “Right...wait how did you..”

“Please continue.”Dirtheman stated as a smirk crossed his face,Daere sighted with annoyance then muttered“Is there a way you could help me with that?”

“Are my ears playing tricks the disrespectful runt is asking me for help,tell me what are you willing to exchange if i do help you?”Dirtheman stated sharply.

Daere eyes went wide then narrowed as she snapped“You know what i just realized why i don't ask a greedy bastard like you after what you put me through.”

“Correction that was my brothers doing, besides you were not doing any favors killing three of my own.”Dirtheman growled.

Daere felt herself snap as she stated“It was self defense, or would you even know anything about it?”

“bullshit dalen, Keane maybe but not my Nimue.If you had allowed her to handle things maybe you would have gotten off with good behavior ”Dirtheman sneered sharply as he got to his feet , before she had time to process his movements Dirtheman grabbed her roughly by the front of her rogue outfit just as Solas remarked dryly “It is good to see the two of you getting along so well,Dirtheman i thought i asked for Mythal to be here.”

“ She thought it was better i come since i can give you guys more of an advantage with my summons.”Dirtheman explained, slowly he let go of Daere while she looked at him with slight shock.She placed her hand over her throat and gently, the feel of his grip lingered as Solas stopped next to her.Daere sighed softly while Solas remark”Thank you for helping Daere at least,but that does not mean to try and kill her.”

“Well tell her she should not act like so much like a brat and be grateful I even bothered.”Dirthamen growled,Daere sighed then muttered”I did thank you what more do you want me to say?In fact if I do recall i did oh so graciously bowed and showed you some respect not my fault you cannot keep your filthy hands to yourself”

“That is enough vhenan.”Solas remarked, Daere stated”Your right, it was uncalled for..Dirtheman ma serranas again..it was not right of me to set you off like that.So could you find it somewhere in your icy cold heart to forgive me?”

“Of course, it is not everyday i get to scare the shemlen as they watch someone fall from thousands of feet in the air then turn into a flock of black birds. Tell me Fen’Harel, how many of the died from the shock before the battle, because you can’t seem to keep this wench on a leash.” Dirtheman inquired mockingly ,he glared at Daere while she slightly sneered at him.

Solas replied slightly sharp”Surprisingly none, but Daere you are officially done.I thought this time for certain i was going to lose you,hand Dirtheman back the weapons the we will look for Craven and Nectan.He will flew you back towards the rooster and from there you will head back through the eluvian.”

“I am not going back , you need me here.”Daere nearly growled,Solas closed his eyes then turned his head.She could sense his angry while he spoke”Is there not a way i can convince you to just stop.”

“We could always ask what Geldauran what he thinks.”Dirtheman remarked,Daere felt the threatening of his tone.She stiffened her body as she looked back at him,Solas looked at Dirtheman while he inquired”Why would i turn to him?”

“maybe he has something useful that could benefit all of us.”Dirtheman stated,she could feel the color leave her face as he stared at her.Daere could hear her heart pounding as Solas pressed”Stop dancing Dirthamen can you not see I am not in the mood.”

“Solas..if I leave i told you i would never forgive myself if something happen to you, if there are those red Templars here then that means the Architect…”Daere tried to explain but stopped as the ground shook slightly underneath her,Geldauran ran his fingers through his hair while he stated”has officially bet us to the punch and betrayed us, sorry Fen’Harel.”

“What in fucks name is that thing.”Daere inquired as she stared at the massive three headed dog that followed close behind, Geldauran looked at her them smiled as he rubbed his hair and laughed” who cerberus? He is my summon of course i know the Evanuris are known for theirs, speaking of which i want to thank you Dirtheman, I had always thought you hated us veneration maybe i pegged your wrong.”

“I didn't do it for any of you Geldauran, just if she is going to pay for killing a few of my people i need her alive to do so.”Dirtheman growled, there was a pause before he added”Speaking of paying where is Anaris,certainly you guys are not this stupid splitting up.”

“He is not here, we figured if this inquisition was willing to listen the others didn't see the point to linger.Should you not be happy for once we are helping the shemlen and not using them as a sacrifice?” Geldauran explain, Daere looked at Dirtheman and wondered ’Even he has to sense something is amiss if he knows about us.”

“I don't believe you, i already know the darkspawn was your doing to begin with and part of me thinks there is a connection between them and those red Templars.”Dirtheman explained.

Geldauran stated as one of cerbes head pressed against his back and rubbed ”You’re right, Daeth’nal might not admit his shortcomings but they are connected. But i want to make it clear we are not responsible for that connection, I am certain you have heard of Corypheus?Well i will openly admit while we were doing our own little experiments creating those weapons i am certain you are familiar with, he was doing his own with your Sentinels.Well it started off with your Sentinels then they moved on to those hybrids i hear Cecil has been giving you. Not only have they created several boardswords to end your existence but ours as well, and why we are absolutely grateful we have gotten your attention.”

“If you wanted my attention there are other ways to get it.”Dirtheman growled,Geldauran stated”True but Anaris would have taken it out on some of our own and as you can see we don't have the numbers for him to do so.”

“I see.”Dirtheman replied calmly,he outstretched his hand without looking at Daere then flicked his wrist sharply. Pain shot through her body as she fall quickly to her knees clenching her teeth together, Geldauran shouted in alarm while lowered to his own knees.”You should not be allowed to do that to one of us.”

“I overridden the formless one mark when i had her brought back, it is the only way i could ensure i had control if she decided to turn against me but that was before i learned my mistake. You guys would not have allowed one of them within you ranks because of that very reason of their blood am i right?” Dirtheman inquired sharply as he increased his spell,Daere could feel her body start to go numb while Solas held her close to him. Quickly he shouted at Dirtheman ”This is enough, Dirtheman stop this.”

“Very well but really i think death would have been merciful.”Dirtheman stated, he lowered his hand slowly to his side.Daere inquired”You could have done this to me this whole time?”

“Consider yourself lucky, honestly i am getting absolutely sick of repeating myself saying that to you.”

“Your going to remove it, you had no right to over the demons work.”Geldauran stated.

Solas replied sharply as Daere rested her head against his chest.”I agree Dirtheman just because you have see an opportunity does not mean that you need to take it, it is bad enough you were holding a place she barely was aware about over her head.”

“You still got that thing going after all these years?I figured by now after what Cecil admitted it would have been burned to the ground”Geldauran remarked as he looked at the two, he seemed unfazed while Daere gaze met his. Fear kicked swiftly kicked in causing her mouth to go dry.

Solas stated ”You guys did a good job help sealing the place but we have came across another issue.”

“I would help if I could but you did turn around and backstab us.”Geldauran stated.

the two looked at Dirtheman as he remarked ”Fen’Harel i know why you want her to stay put but even i am starting to realize bad things happen if people stay around her to long, for all you know she will burn Revas to the ground or get someone else killed.I say let her stay put her with her people and when we are done if anyone is a live go collect.”

“Why do you guys have so much little faith in me?”Daere nearly snapped as she glared at him angrily.

Dirtheman remarked dryly”Look at you arm you still have not taken care of that, and i bet you still have not taken the time to eat.Really if suddenly you suddenly collapsed or snap i prefer to have the ticking time bomb in someone else’s hands.”

“Thank your absolute support Dirtheman, I am certain i think i know who i am going after in the mist of the chaos.”Daere replied dryly,she pulled herself from Solas embrace then lifted herself up.Dirtheman stated”I am going to take that as another one of your childish tantrum and say you can try but it will not end well for you.”

“vhenan please dont we have enough to worry about already then you picking a fight with him.”Solas groan,she looked back at him to find his hand resting over his face as she nearly snapped”Solas, you cannot honestly take Dirtheman side..not after finding out he is threatening those people.”

“And yet it still stands, you got to understand we have somewhat of a healthy rivalry going on.”Solas admitted,he lowered his hand and looked at her while Dirtheman stated”Is that what you call it now?I never even consider you much of a rival more the Elgar’nan, your more of a nuisance I should say...but you have given me some peaceful nights when someone went missing.”

“Glad you could benefit.”Solas remarked, Daere tilted her ear up in confusion as she looked back at the two.She wondered ‘Why is he being this way?Dirtheman has the means to having him killed and they are acting like none of that matters.’

“Fen’Harel if you dont mind the others are already in position, i can give her something while we are on our way.It might not be much she can't keep fighting on an empty stomach like this.” Geldauran remarked.

Solas inquired sharply”Why would i allow her to be riding with you when i need to make certain she gets back safely. Craven is expecting…”

“Fen’Harel i might not have been around to see what she can do but i already feel this is going to end badly for him.”Geldauran cut him off, Daere closed her eyes and muttered”You people have such little faith in me.”

“For good reasons,i'm pretty even if we had asked you to just sit there with you hands on your lap you would find some way to hurt someone by doing absolutely nothing.” Dirtheman remarked.

Daere growled”Dirtheman why the sudden mood change.”

“Geldauran do i need to say anything?”Solas inquired,Geldauran raised his hands in defense quickly.He wasted no time remarking”All i am saying is you can trust her with us, there was a time you would have allowed it.”

“ None of this should be a debate, holy mother mythal’s tits i can't believe i am surrounded by guys that think they have the right to control my actions. Solas, i am not going back no matter how much you and Craven keep insisting, Dirtheman you can just go fuck yourself because you know yeah you suck. Geldauran fuck your rules i refuse to even be a part of what your planning… in fact fuck all of you, after this i officially am going to wash my hands from everything. I have not had one moment's peace since i met any of you,it is always one thing or another and you know what my life was not this dramatic.” Daere snapped, she shook her head and muttered while she returned back into the woods”fucking people trying to kill each other over stupid shit ,fucking arranged marriages, then bloody three headed dogs what the fuck is wrong with them.”

“You cannot just walk off like that.”Dirtheman shouted at her,without hesitation she gave him the middle finger salute then shouted back as she continued to walk”Watch me.”

‘Geldauran said we were close to..damnit how could i forget.’Daere thought, she stopped in her tracks.Slowly she looked up at the treeline as footsteps caught up to her,she could hear Solas call out to her while she turned around and faced him.Daere raised her hand and stated”I know what i said but this..this is getting to much for me to handle..”

“why do you think i have been pressuring you to go back?Think where can you go that is safe down here.”Solas inquired,Daere explained”i want to see if i can't find that woman that invited me to begin with into her guild, i want things to be simple again because your way of life is to complex for me.So yes i will back down if i can help it...but i...i can't, it has nothing to do with any of you just i need time to process what is going on.”

“Very well.”Solas remarked, she caught the slight creak in his voice while he stood there looking back at her.There was a pause before he continued”You could stay with the inquisition so when you have fully come to terms…”

“No, it would be to tempting seeing how the both of you are working together. Dirthamen did offer wto have someone cut me hair, but to be honest if he was willing to override a demons work then i don't think i can trust him to be nice about me walking freely again. No… hopefully Thedas will slowly start working its way back to normal once you and the others take care of the threats here, I know there will still be a threat but this way I just hope maybe things will get easier.I didn't do this to lead you, but honestly i don't know for certain if i truly ever did want you or if it is the fact i honestly don't want to be alone. ” Daere explained, she paused then confessed ”Also apparently this would be good for you as well...i don't want you to have anything else bad said against you but those veneration are expecting me to marry one of their own.I can't do that...I know it is a custom to you but it is not mine.Craven told me to keep it quiet and i know eventually Taliesin will say something or Dirtheman might..I just could not do it to you, nor do i want to.”

‘I wish i knew what he was thinking.’ Daere wondered, they looked at each other as Geldauran called out”Fen’Harel the shemlen hurry up, it will soon be evening and i want to get the others in position before those shemlen make their first move.”

“Dareth shiral, i hope you find what you are seeking.”Solas replied,Daere swallowed slightly while her eyes started to water.She felt a tear run down her cheek as she whispered”I hope so as well, do me a favor and tell Craven he needs to put a sock in it or i will do so next time i see him.”

“An odd way to say goodbye to someone, but i will tell him.”Solas remarked,Daere wiped her own cheek then nodded.Softly she muttered”i should start moving before i get into some crosshairs, don't worry i will stay clear of anything that involves Tevinters, raging Evanuris bent on using me for blackmail...maybe might include being forced to use magick in a way that draws to much attention.”

“Please do,” Solas murmured,Daere turned her back to him and forced herself to start walking,she could feel his gaze follower her until she had gotten further away. Suddenly she stopped then look to find herself alone,Daere rested her hands on her elbow as she thought ’maybe i should go back? No...not after that little show, besides there is a whole part of Thedas i want to explore.”

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‘Why am i in so much pain?’ Daere wondered, she looked down at her side as the air started to get chiller around her. Carefully she rested her hand to her side then lifted the rogue outfit, the resting just above her bruised skin layed a familiar marking. Daere tilted her head slightly as a groan escaped her lips. ”oh no, should i even bother looking for the tunnels if this thing could spread?”

‘should i have stay?Probably not after seeing this on Darcy do i really want the others to watch what happens...but then i did over hear them talking about one of them trying to find a way to reverse it.’Daere thought as she looked around, she shook her head from side to side as she muttered”I can't...it is not right to keep relying on others like this..some might mean well but still, if i have to keep listening to anymore of this...then there is the issue with Geldauran..”

“Are they not the reason why we are in this mess to begin with?”Daere could hear someone snap, quickly she moved to the closest tree then pressed her back against the rough bark as two set of footsteps moved closer. She waited in silence as the female companion remarked”if the others are to come down here freely and help the veneration with both the brood mother and that Tevinter then we need to talk to that guild to make certain there is no interference from them.”

“Hold that thought Eva,i think we have some company near those trees.”Daere could hear the male companion stated,Daere closed her eyes as she thought ‘piss why all of a sudden i am attracting the super elves all of a sudden?why could they not be a group of shemlens or dwarves..everyone loves the dwarves.’

“Come on out we don't want any trouble.”Eva shouted,Daere slowly moved and looked at the two.She watched the blue flames dance upon both their weapons as she shouted back”If that is the case then why do you have your weapons already armed, i say as soon as i move from my spot you friend next to you will take the first chance he gets if you don't.”

“Fáelin i thought all the veneration from the battlefield were supposed to be with Geldauran and Fen’Harel?”Eva inquired.

Fáelin answered “they are unless he decided to go back on his word and sent someone to stop us.”

“Wait no no, i am going to tell you the same thing i told Solas i want nothing to do with any of this.So if you have some type of deal dont quickly assume that i am part of any of it, because really i just want my life back not knowing what the hell you guys are doing. ”Daere stated as she raised her hands up in the air, Eva blinked then busted out laughing while the flame on her naginata dispelled.She brought the tip to the air then dug the hilt into the ground while she remarked, ”Creators Craven was right you're an odd one.”

“Eva you know you are not suppose to lower your guard around the enemy.”Fáelin demanded, Eva turned to look at him then explained, ”Dont you remember what my brother said about her? She would be a better fighter if she didn't run her mouth so much, why don't you stick with us Fen’Harel and my brother must be worried that..”

“Solas knows why i am here, the both of you should forget you even saw me anyways.”Daere replied,with weary she watch Fáelin as he hilted nagamaki slowly she looked back at Eva as she inquired”Oh and can i ask why we should do that?”

“Starters i am not going back there to be Dirtheman bitch,secondly this thing i have on my side.”Daere explained, slowly she lifted the side of her rogue outfit to expose the spreading veins.Eva eyes went wide as she muttered”Fáelin..it is like the others, but why is it spreading a lot more quickly?”

“I don't know, tell me how did you get that?”Fáelin inquired while he shifted his gaze.

Daere lowered the cloth and shrugged her shoulders while she admitted ”Does it matter?When my brother had it Falon’Din and Dirtheman claimed he was too far gone to be saved, but if you must know it happened yesterday morning when i went to check to see if there was an abush.I have running since really, i have not been able to stop long so haven't rested nor eaten much since i left.. it was not until now that i noticed it.”

“We should take her back, i mean we have figured out how to slow it but maybe..”Eva started, Fáelin nearly snapped”They would see it would be to late, you saw how far those lines where Eva, it is a matter of time really before she starts talking about a warped song.”

“That does not mean we can't try, who knows maybe we can figure out how to remove it completely.”Eva stated,Daere rolled her eyes while she started to walk away she could hear Fáelin remark”I know you want to do this but what will Lady Sylaise think?If there is a possibility that we solved it Lady Sylaise will turn her over to Lord Elgar’nan after all she has done to cause disorderly between those two.”

‘How could i not feel this pain sooner?How did i even get it?’Daere wondered as she walked further away from the two Sentinels, she didn't stop while Eva cried out”Hey wait a minute, where do you think you are going?”

“If not one of you don't know how to reverse the spread then i might as well throw out my plans looking for a few people and make myself useful.”Daere stated,Eva ran then stopped in front of Daere. She lowered her naginata blade to Daere’s throat, softly she threatened “Your coming back with us either way.”

“Did you not just hear your friend?There is no point taking me back so i could face worse, so do me a favor and move.”Daere slightly growled,Fáelin remarked be“I would not do that if i were you, if something happens to her i don't care who you are i doubt Craven would forgive you for hurting her.”

“i pretty much gave them a reason to not want me back there.”Daere growled,Eva muttered as she moved the moved the shift of her naginata to Daere’s leg”we will see about that.”

“this is not good.”Fáelin muttered,Eva stopped her attack as both women turned to look in the direction Fáelin was looking at,darkspawn appear from the direction Daere had came.She muttered under her breath ” Dammit i thought i lost them.”

“You could have told us you were being followed.”Fáelin growled, he turned to look at Daere while she remarked”Then go finish what you two are here for, i can handle them myself let alone buy you sometime before that thing spreads further.”

“Fáelin, thoughts”Eva inquired ,Fáelin remarked “that would explain why it is spreading so fast if you have been fighting this whole time, Eva we will retreat and double back to Lady Sylaise.You flat ear keep up with us or don't i really could care less either way.”

“Well go if your going, i think i have done enough running away.”Daere replied as she pulled out a small knife,Eva blinked then demanded “Your joking right, you're planning to fight with that small thing?”

“it has got me this far.”Daere answered, she could see the two look at each other as Fáelin stated”Then fighting it is,Eva be ready ”

‘what are you two up to?’ Daere wondered, she watched nervously as Fáelin outstretched his hand. Blue flames appeared on the trees close to the dark spawns moved closer, Eva shifted her stance while she raised her naginata. With a swift motion she swung the hilt at Daere. She dodged then placed the small blade against Eva throat, softly she growled “do you really think i am that naive?”

“Drop it and just make this easier then this, those flames are not going to hold them back for long.”Fáelin growled while moved behind Daere and placed his own small blade against her throat,she swallowed slightly as Eva moved back.He softened his tone as he asked.”Eva this is a huge risk we are taking, are you certain we should continue this?”

“I believe the outcome should be different.” Eva stated, slowly she rubbed her throat as Daere inquired “But you just said…”

“I know what i said, but i also know Craven would sneak off from the camp and look for you and i personally don't want him in infested areas alone.”Fáelin explain, he paused then added”This will be much easier if you work with us and not against.”

“I don't think i could lead you guys back to the eluvian you came from but one of the Antivan Crows hideout is close, if we head there could you please just leave me alone from here on out?”Daere inquired sharply, she placed the small blade to her side as Eva stated.”Why are you fighting so hard coming back?”

“Because i am tired of people lying to me that is why,once i get settled i am hoping i won't hear anymore of veneration or i dont belong with someone or any of that.”Daere remarked, she looked back at the blue flames separating them from the darkspawn then at the two Sentinels. Softly she remarked ”besides how else am i to act being put in the middle of a creator's forsaken ancient war that plagues these lands.”

“it could be worse.”Fáelin replied,Daere shook her head as she snapped”I don't want to hear how this could be worse, for all i know being engaged is the absolute worse while having to worry about stepping on the Evanuris eggshell of a temper.I have not even met the other half of them and i am already so fed up with what is going on it is not even funny.”

“Ma serranas.”Eva replied, Daere looked at her while she muttered”Don't thank me yet we still have to worry about getting there, even so i might not even be welcomed but that does not mean they will turn you down.True they are assassin but even they know when it is time to call a trace..even if they stole from you.”

“How do you know they stole from us?”Eva inquired, Daere closed her eyes as she started to walk.The two elven Sentinels looked at each other before Fáelin pressed while they caught up to her.”I am a bit curious as well, i don't think we even mentioned it while you were hiding.”

“That one i admit was partly my fault, about a year back i helped one of them raid one of the Evanuris mansion while she held her party.”Daere admitted, slowly she open her eyes then added”It was over some stupid glowing rock..I think Zevran called it a keystone, that is all i know about it.”

“it was foolish to have taken it.”Fáelin growled,Daere looked at him as she admitted”I would agree with you yes but since it was not my contract and there was good pay for it i didn't ask much questions.”

“can i ask how many of you were there that night.”Eva asked.

Fáelin remarked sharply, ”Eva, what are you fishing at?”

“I am just curious and going on a hunch.”Eva stated,Daere felt the tips of her ears go slightly warm from embarrassment as she cleared her throat.Softly she stated”I am assuming you know that answer since gossip is a common thing.”

“If it makes you feel any better you are not the first to unknowingly flash their tits to them unexpectedly.”Eva replied,Fáelin stated”Well we now understand the real reason why Lord Dirtheman has been picking small verbal fights with Fen’Harel, but you should consider yourself lucky both of you lived.”

“I would ask what they could possible do that i have not experienced but that would just be testing my bad luck.”Daere admitted,looked at Daere while she asked”Do you see meeting Fen’Harel part of that?”

“Part of what?”Daere asked, Eva pressed “Part of the bad luck? I know the two of you really have not been able to have much time to be together which is why i am not understanding why you left.If you have stayed there might have been a chance the red lyrium could have been removed through blood magick, but now..”

“wait are you say blood magick could have removed this anytime?”Daere snapped slight as she stopped in her tracks, Eva and Fáelin looked at her while Eva remarked”Yes, but yours looks to advanced for any of them would risk it.”

“And what about the veneration?”Daere demanded,Eva replied”They might be able to but the Evanuris refuse to talk to them to see if they can so,Fen’Harel on the other hand i have seen him do so a couple of times after Sarff died.”

“So your telling me my chances of survive rest with the guy i just dump or the guy i am forced to be with?”Daere inquired as she stared at Eva,she shrugged her shoulders and stated”Yes but like you said why should it matter, you choose your fate.”

“So i did.”Daere muttered, she sighed slightly then added”We should not be far, if anything we might have a greeting party soon if there is anyone left.”

“Such a grim greeting my friend, do you have such little faith in our abilities to survive.” Ze
Zevran voice could be heard from in the treelinging, Daere looked up to see the familiar blonde hair wave in the breeze as he jumped from his branch. He landed close to them as she stated, ”Well i did have to help save some of your asses.”

“These are friendly folks yes?”Zevran inquired with an accent,Daere nodded her head then asked”So how much of the conversation did you hear?”

“Enough to question what you got yourself into this time.”Zevran replied,Daere looked at him then at the two Sentinels.She replied”This is Zevran but i doubt you want to stay back and chat with this sex crazed fiend.Might want to watch yourself he would have you stripped bare yelling out to the ‘maker’ before you know it.”

“You really dont look so well.”Zevran pointed out as he studied her,Daere smiled weakly while she admitted”Truth be told i am not,after i got back i seem to step into one shit pile after another.”

“We should get moving, by now my spell would have worn off and those darkspawn should be free to roam the forest floors looking for us.”Fáelin admitted,Daere remarked softly “I got you guys this far and it won't be right if the darkspawn found the survivors...it was actually enjoyable to talk to the both of you.Zevran mind your manners please.”

“Wait we are almost there and you want to go back.”Eva stated,Daere remarked softly”like i said i was the one to bring them here, it won't be right if i just hide.”

“Oh Daere always trying to sound tougher than you are,come on maybe once you rest up you can help us clean this one to.”Zevran replied,Daere crossed her arms over her breasts while she remarked”one hit with an arrow and your usually on the ground begging for your life, don't get me started on your lockpicking skills.”

“Such a cruel, cruel mistress.”Zevran stated, the smell hit them suddenly as the four looked back.They could already hear the darkspawn getting closer while Fáelin demanded”We don't have time for this, either lead the way or move.”

“Daere you came this far with us, why stop this now?”Eva inquired,Daere allowed her hands fall to her side and answered”I guess i feel guilty for letting Darcy die the way he did..I don't want to go back feeling like a coward.Truth be told not all of it was because of what was going on, but the matter of fact i just need to redeem myself for everything i have done even if some of those people are not alive anymore.”

“I get that but this is not how you do it trust me.”Eva slightly begged,Fáelin asked softly”Do you really want to put the others through this?”

“I don't know what is going on but this is probably the stupidest stunt i even seen you do.”Zevran remarked, Daere replied softly.”Yes well a lot has happened since we last seen each other so if you excuse me, i am going to play deco.”

“Eva.”Fáelin muttered,Eva moved the hilt of her naginata in front of Daere while she took a step forward.She fall to the ground then rolled to her back as Eva placed the blade back to her throat. Blue flames developed quickly on the blade, Daere stared angrily at the Sentinel as they glared at each other. Zevran with drew his twin daggers while he stated”So they are not friendlies.”

“They are just stubborn.”Daere muttered roughly, slightly she threatened”Lower that thing of yours and i won't resort to kicking your calves in.”

“Women.” she could hear Fáelin muttered in annoyance.

Zevran stated not hiding his interested ”I know right? Hey when we get back would you like a private massage.”

“I would but not by you flat ear.”Fáelin stated, slowly he turned his attention back to Eva as he ordered”Come on falon, either knock her out or grab her by the back of that outfit but we need to wrap this up.”

“What is it going to be?”Eva inquired angrily,Daere smirked as she answered sarcastically”You look absolutely gorgeous when your angry, those eyes almost look like a despair demon after taking a hard shit.”

“Bitch.”Eva snapped as she swung the naginata around hitting Daere in the head with the hilt,Daere groaned in pain while she muttered”So worth it.”

“Just leave her i dont care anymore.”Eva grumbled,Daere slowly sat up from the cool ground and watched the three starting to walk away.She looked back as the smell started to get stronger, quickly she got to her feet and thought’ i didn't get this far to give up just yet, but still.’

“Zevran hold the trap door.”Daere yelled out while picking up her pace picked up, he looked up at her then muttered as Fáelin head disappeared from her sight.”Hurry up, you might have a death wish but i don't.”

Who said i had a death wish?I said i wanted to make things right not be torn apart by those things.”Daere stated, she slow to a walk then looked down.Eva snapped”You could fool us how you kept insisting on fighting.”

“Just hush from here on out you guys will have to follow our rules and let me do the talking.”Daere remarked, carefully she made her way down the ladder as Zevran started to climb close above.She could hear Fáelin state softly”I am starting to wonder if this would have been the best time to disobey Lady Sylaise’s orders.”

“Yes yes i am such a horrible person just let it all out, well having to deal with most of the shit from the Sentinels was not any better since i was up there.”Daere muttered under her breath, she jumped down then lead the way.Suddenly she stopped and snapped slightly”Are you going to stand there or not?The sooner we get there the sooner I can figure things out.”

“Is it too late to live you outside?”Eva inquired hatefully,Daere remarked sharply”You insisted that i came did you not?So don't complain that we are your guides down here.”

“Fáelin don't, as much as i am itching to take care of her myself at this point I rather not until she gives me a real reason” Eva stated sharply as he rested his hand on the hilt of his nagamaki, Zevran snickered slightly while he walked past they two. They could hear the darkspawn running above them as the Sentinels finally started to follow, not far within the dim light tunnels Zevran muttered under his breath as a wooden door could be seen ”Still taking on more than you can handle i see.”

“You know me, life to short without some type of challenge.”Daere remarked, they could hear faint voices as they stopped in front of the door.Her hand touched the knob while she turned to look at them, slightly she softened her tone as she spoke”You two might get your way being high and mighty up in the clouds, but a word of advice that shit wont flew here not unless the two of you want to start a fight.True you might have the upperhand because the both of you are advanced in your spells, but so help me if i hear something going on i promise you Sylaise won't have to worry about the two of you returning so mind your manners because these are my people.”

"So you do care for me."Zevran commented sarcastically,Daere remarked softly and brushed his comment off" I will be hanging around out here you just make certain they take care what they are here for."

"Of course but it won't hurt to come in for a bit."Zevran stated, Daere opened the door then stepped aside.She shook her head no as she lied"Right now i plan to hang around here for abit, you know to make certain we don't have any darkspawn that can actually think and figure out where the trapdoor is."

"Don't be long."Zevran stated, the two Sentinels barely even glanced at Daere as they walked past her.She stood there staring at the door then pulled out the small blade as it closed behind them, slowly she rested her back against the patch of dirt then slide down slowly until she sat on the cool ground.

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‘Why am i in so much pain?’ Daere wondered, she looked down at her side as the air started to get chiller around her.Carefully she rested her hand to her side then lifted the rogue outfit, the resting just above her bruised skin layed a familiar marking.Daere tilted her head slightly as a groan escaped her lips.”oh no, should i even bother looking for the tunnels if this thing could spread?”

‘should i have stay? Probably not after seeing this on Darcy do i really want the others to watch what happens...but then i did over hear them talking about one of them trying to find a way to reverse it.’Daere thought as she looked around, she shook her head from side to side as she muttered”I can't...it is not right to keep relying on others like this..some might mean well but still, if i have to keep listening to anymore of this...then there is the issue with Geldauran..”

“Are they not the reason why we are in this mess to begin with?”Daere could hear someone snap, quickly she moved to the closest tree then pressed her back against the rough bark as two set of footsteps moved closer. She waited in silence as the female companion remarked”if the others are to come down here freely and help the veneration with both the brood mother and that Tevinter then we need to talk to that guild to make certain there is no interference from them.”

“Hold that thought Eva,i think we have some company near those trees.”Daere could hear the male companion stated,Daere closed her eyes as she thought ‘piss why all of a sudden i am attracting the super elves all of a sudden?why could they not be a group of shemlens or dwarves..everyone loves the dwarves.’

“Come on out we don't want any trouble.”Eva shouted,Daere slowly moved and looked at the two.She watched the blue flames dance upon both their weapons as she shouted back”If that is the case then why do you have your weapons already armed, i say as soon as i move from my spot you friend next to you will take the first chance he gets if you don't.”

“Fáelin i thought all the veneration from the battlefield were supposed to be with Geldauran and Fen’Harel?”Eva inquired,Fáelin answered “they are unless he decided to go back on his word and sent someone to stop us.”

“Wait no no, i am going to tell you the same thing i told Solas i want nothing to do with any of this.So if you have some type of deal dont quickly assume that i am part of any of it, because really i just want my life back not knowing what the hell you guys are doing. ”Daere stated as she raised her hands up in the air,Eva blinked then busted out laughing while the flame on her naginata dispelled.She brought the tip to the air then dug the hilt into the ground while she remarked”Creators Craven was right you're an odd one.”

“Eva you know you are not suppose to lower your guard around the enemy.”Fáelin demanded,Eva turned to look at him then explained”Dont you remember what my brother said about her?She would be a better fighter if she didn't run her mouth so much, why don't you stick with us Fen’Harel and my brother must be worried that..”

“Solas knows why i am here, the both of you should forget you even saw me anyways.”Daere replied,with weary she watch Fáelin as he hilted nagamaki slowly she looked back at Eva as she inquired”Oh and can i ask why we should do that?”

“Starters i am not going back there to be Dirtheman bitch,secondly this thing i have on my side.”Daere explained, slowly she lifted the side of her rogue outfit to expose the spreading veins.Eva eyes went wide as she muttered”Fáelin..it is like the others, but why is it spreading a lot more quickly?”

“I don't know, tell me how did you get that?”Fáelin inquired while he shifted his gaze,Daere lowered the cloth and shrugged her shoulders while she admitted”Does it matter?When my brother had it Falon’Din and Dirtheman claimed he was too far gone to be saved, but if you must know it happened yesterday morning when i went to check to see if there was an abush.I have running since really, i have not been able to stop long so haven't rested nor eaten much since i left.. it was not until now that i noticed it.”

“We should take her back, i mean we have figured out how to slow it but maybe..”Eva started, Fáelin nearly snapped”They would see it would be to late, you saw how far those lines where Eva, it is a matter of time really before she starts talking about a warped song.”

“That does not mean we can't try, who knows maybe we can figure out how to remove it completely.”Eva stated,Daere rolled her eyes while she started to walk away she could hear Fáelin remark”I know you want to do this but what will Lady Sylaise think?If there is a possibility that we solved it Lady Sylaise will turn her over to Lord Elgar’nan after all she has done to cause disorderly between those two.”

‘How could i not feel this pain sooner?How did i even get it?’Daere wondered as she walked further away from the two Sentinels, she didn't stop while Eva cried out”Hey wait a minute, where do you think you are going?”

“If not one of you don't know how to reverse the spread then i might as well throw out my plans looking for a few people and make myself useful.”Daere stated,Eva ran then stopped in front of Daere. She lowered her naginata blade to Daere’s throat, softly she threatened “Your coming back with us either way.”

“Did you not just hear your friend?There is no point taking me back so i could face worse, so do me a favor and move.”Daere slightly growled,Fáelin remarked be“I would not do that if i were you, if something happens to her i don't care who you are i doubt Craven would forgive you for hurting her.”

“i pretty much gave them a reason to not want me back there.”Daere growled,Eva muttered as she moved the moved the shift of her naginata to Daere’s leg”we will see about that.”

“this is not good.”Fáelin muttered,Eva stopped her attack as both women turned to look in the direction Fáelin was looking at,darkspawn appear from the direction Daere had came.She muttered under her breath ” Dammit i thought i lost them.”

“You could have told us you were being followed.”Fáelin growled, he turned to look at Daere while she remarked”Then go finish what you two are here for, i can handle them myself let alone buy you sometime before that thing spreads further.”

“Fáelin, thoughts”Eva inquired ,Fáelin remarked “that would explain why it is spreading so fast if you have been fighting this whole time, Eva we will retreat and double back to Lady Sylaise.You flat ear keep up with us or don't i really could care less either way.”

“Well go if your going, i think i have done enough running away.”Daere replied as she pulled out a small knife,Eva blinked then demanded “Your joking right, you're planning to fight with that small thing?”

“it has got me this far.”Daere answered, she could see the two look at each other as Fáelin stated”Then fighting it is,Eva be ready ”

‘what are you two up to?’Daere wondered, she watched nervously as Fáelin outstretched his hand.Blue flames appeared on the trees close to the dark spawns moved closer,Eva shifted her stance while she raised her naginata.With a swift motion she swung the hilt at Daere. She dodged then placed the small blade against Eva throat, softly she growled “do you really think i am that naive?”

“Drop it and just make this easier then this, those flames are not going to hold them back for long.”Fáelin growled while moved behind Daere and placed his own small blade against her throat,she swallowed slightly as Eva moved back.He softened his tone as he asked.”Eva this is a huge risk we are taking, are you certain we should continue this?”

“I believe the outcome should be different.”Eva stated, slowly she rubbed her throat as Daere inquired“But you just said…”

“I know what i said, but i also know Craven would sneak off from the camp and look for you and i personally don't want him in infested areas alone.”Fáelin explain, he paused then added”This will be much easier if you work with us and not against.”

“I don't think i could lead you guys back to the eluvian you came from but one of the Antivan Crows hideout is close, if we head there could you please just leave me alone from here on out?”Daere inquired sharply, she placed the small blade to her side as Eva stated.”Why are you fighting so hard coming back?”

“Because i am tired of people lying to me that is why,once i get settled i am hoping i won't hear anymore of veneration or i dont belong with someone or any of that.”Daere remarked, she looked back at the blue flames separating them from the darkspawn then at the two Sentinels. Softly she remarked”besides how else am i to act being put in the middle of a creator's forsaken ancient war that plagues these lands.”

“it could be worse.”Fáelin replied,Daere shook her head as she snapped”I don't want to hear how this could be worse, for all i know being engaged is the absolute worse while having to worry about stepping on the Evanuris eggshell of a temper. I have not even met the other half of them and i am already so fed up with what is going on it is not even funny.”

“Ma serranas.”Eva replied, Daere looked at her while she muttered”Don't thank me yet we still have to worry about getting there, even so i might not even be welcomed but that does not mean they will turn you down.True they are assassin but even they know when it is time to call a trace..even if they stole from you.”

“How do you know they stole from us?”Eva inquired, Daere closed her eyes as she started to walk.The two elven Sentinels looked at each other before Fáelin pressed while they caught up to her.”I am a bit curious as well, i don't think we even mentioned it while you were hiding.”

“That one i admit was partly my fault, about a year back i helped one of them raid one of the Evanuris mansion while she held her party.”Daere admitted, slowly she open her eyes then added”It was over some stupid glowing rock..I think Zevran called it a keystone, that is all i know about it.”

“it was foolish to have taken it.”Fáelin growled,Daere looked at him as she admitted”I would agree with you yes but since it was not my contract and there was good pay for it i didn't ask much questions.”

“can i ask how many of you were there that night.”Eva asked,Fáelin remarked sharply”Eva, what are you fishing at?”

“I am just curious and going on a hunch.”Eva stated,Daere felt the tips of her ears go slightly warm from embarrassment as she cleared her throat.Softly she stated”I am assuming you know that answer since gossip is a common thing.”

“If it makes you feel any better you are not the first to unknowingly flash their tits to them unexpectedly.”Eva replied,Fáelin stated”Well we now understand the real reason why Lord Dirtheman has been picking small verbal fights with Fen’Harel, but you should consider yourself lucky both of you lived.”

“I would ask what they could possible do that i have not experienced but that would just be testing my bad luck.”Daere admitted,looked at Daere while she asked”Do you see meeting Fen’Harel part of that?”

“Part of what?”Daere asked, Eva pressed “Part of the bad luck? I know the two of you really have not been able to have much time to be together which is why i am not understanding why you left.If you have stayed there might have been a chance the red lyrium could have been removed through blood magick, but now..”

“wait are you say blood magick could have removed this anytime?”Daere snapped slight as she stopped in her tracks, Eva and Fáelin looked at her while Eva remarked”Yes, but yours looks to advanced for any of them would risk it.”

“And what about the veneration?”Daere demanded,Eva replied”They might be able to but the Evanuris refuse to talk to them to see if they can so,Fen’Harel on the other hand i have seen him do so a couple of times after Sarff died.”

“So your telling me my chances of survive rest with the guy i just dump or the guy i am forced to be with?”Daere inquired as she stared at Eva,she shrugged her shoulders and stated”Yes but like you said why should it matter, you choose your fate.”

“So i did.”Daere muttered, she sighed slightly then added”We should not be far, if anything we might have a greeting party soon if there is anyone left.”

“Such a grim greeting my friend, do you have such little faith in our abilities to survive.” Ze
Zevran voice could be heard from in the treelinging, Daere looked up to see the familiar blonde hair wave in the breeze as he jumped from his branch.He landed close to them as she stated ”Well i did have to help save some of your asses.”

“These are friendly folks yes?”Zevran inquired with an accent,Daere nodded her head then asked”So how much of the conversation did you hear?”

“Enough to question what you got yourself into this time.”Zevran replied,Daere looked at him then at the two Sentinels.She replied”This is Zevran but i doubt you want to stay back and chat with this sex crazed fiend.Might want to watch yourself he would have you stripped bare yelling out to the ‘maker’ before you know it.”

“You really dont look so well.”Zevran pointed out as he studied her,Daere smiled weakly while she admitted”Truth be told i am not,after i got back i seem to step into one shit pile after another.”

“We should get moving, by now my spell would have worn off and those darkspawn should be free to roam the forest floors looking for us.”Fáelin admitted,Daere remarked softly “I got you guys this far and it won't be right if the darkspawn found the survivors...it was actually enjoyable to talk to the both of you.Zevran mind your manners please.”

“Wait we are almost there and you want to go back.”Eva stated,Daere remarked softly”like i said i was the one to bring them here, it won't be right if i just hide.”

“Oh Daere always trying to sound tougher than you are,come on maybe once you rest up you can help us clean this one to.”Zevran replied,Daere crossed her arms over her breasts while she remarked”one hit with an arrow and your usually on the ground begging for your life, don't get me started on your lockpicking skills.”

“Such a cruel cruel mistress.”Zevran stated, the smell hit them suddenly as the four looked back. They could already hear the darkspawn getting closer while Fáelin demanded ”We don't have time for this, either lead the way or move.”

“Daere you came this far with us, why stop this now?”Eva inquired,Daere allowed her hands fall to her side and answered”I guess i feel guilty for letting Darcy die the way he did..I don't want to go back feeling like a coward.Truth be told not all of it was because of what was going on, but the matter of fact i just need to redeem myself for everything i have done even if some of those people are not alive anymore.”

“I get that but this is not how you do it trust me.”Eva slightly begged,Fáelin asked softly”Do you really want to put the others through this?”

“I don't know what is going on but this is probably the stupidest stunt i even seen you do.”Zevran remarked, Daere replied softly.”Yes well a lot has happened since we last seen each other so if you excuse me, i am going to play deco.”

“Eva.”Fáelin muttered,Eva moved the hilt of her naginata in front of Daere while she took a step forward.She fall to the ground then rolled to her back as Eva placed the blade back to her throat.Blue flames developed quickly on the blade, Daere stared angrily at the Sentinel as they glared at each other. Zevran with drew his twin daggers while he stated”So they are not friendlies.”

“They are just stubborn.”Daere muttered roughly, slightly she threatened”Lower that thing of yours and i won't resort to kicking your calves in.”

“Women.” she could hear Fáelin muttered in annoyance.

Zevran stated not hiding his interested ”I know right?Hey when we get back would you like a private massage.”

“I would but not by you flat ear.”Fáelin stated, slowly he turned his attention back to Eva as he ordered”Come on falon, either knock her out or grab her by the back of that outfit but we need to wrap this up.”

“What is it going to be?”Eva inquired angrily,Daere smirked as she answered sarcastically”You look absolutely gorgeous when your angry, those eyes almost look like a despair demon after taking a hard shit.”

“Bitch.”Eva snapped as she swung the naginata around hitting Daere in the head with the hilt,Daere groaned in pain while she muttered”So worth it.”

“Just leave her i dont care anymore.”Eva grumbled,Daere slowly sat up from the cool ground and watched the three starting to walk away. She looked back as the smell started to get stronger, quickly she got to her feet and thought’ i didn't get this far to give up just yet, but still.’
“Zevran hold the trap door.”Daere yelled out while picking up her pace picked up, he looked up at her then muttered as Fáelin head disappeared from her sight.”Hurry up, you might have a death wish but i don't.”

Who said i had a death wish?I said i wanted to make things right not be torn apart by those things.”Daere stated, she slow to a walk then looked down.Eva snapped”You could fool us how you kept insisting on fighting.”

“Just hush from here on out you guys will have to follow our rules and let me do the talking.”Daere remarked, carefully she made her way down the ladder as Zevran started to climb close above.She could hear Fáelin state softly”I am starting to wonder if this would have been the best time to disobey Lady Sylaise’s orders.”

“Yes yes i am such a horrible person just let it all out, well having to deal with most of the shit from the Sentinels was not any better since i was up there.”Daere muttered under her breath, she jumped down then lead the way.Suddenly she stopped and snapped slightly”Are you going to stand there or not?The sooner we get there the sooner I can figure things out.”

“Is it too late to live you outside?”Eva inquired hatefully,Daere remarked sharply”You insisted that i came did you not?So don't complain that we are your guides down here.”

“Fáelin don't, as much as i am itching to take care of her myself at this point I rather not until she gives me a real reason,” Eva stated sharply as he rested his hand on the hilt of his nagamaki, Zevran snickered slightly while he walked past they two.They could hear the darkspawn running above them as the Sentinels finally started to follow, not far within the dim light tunnels Zevran muttered under his breath as a wooden door could be seen ”Still taking on more than you can handle i see.”

“You know me, life to short without some type of challenge.” Daere remarked, they could hear faint voices as they stopped in front of the door.Her hand touched the knob while she turned to look at them, slightly she softened her tone as she spoke”You two might get your way being high and mighty up in the clouds, but a word of advice that shit wont flew here not unless the two of you want to start a fight.True you might have the upperhand because the both of you are advanced in your spells, but so help me if i hear something going on i promise you Sylaise won't have to worry about the two of you returning so mind your manners because these are my people.”

"So you do care for me."Zevran commented sarcastically,Daere remarked softly and brushed his comment off" I will be hanging around out here you just make certain they take care what they are here for."

"Of course but it won't hurt to come in for a bit." Zevran stated.

Daere opened the door then stepped aside.She shook her head no as she lied "Right now i plan to hang around here for abit, you know to make certain we don't have any darkspawn that can actually think and figure out where the trapdoor is."

"Don't be long."Zevran stated, the two Sentinels barely even glanced at Daere as they walked past her.She stood there staring at the door then pulled out the small blade as it closed behind them, slowly she rested her back against the patch of dirt then slide down slowly until she sat on the cool ground.

Chapter 35

She could feel the fade energy dance on her skin, Daere sat there watching while an image unfolded in front of her.A vision of elven man stood there talking to a little boy no older than ten,softly she muttered.” What is this..wait…

“Papa papa come see what i can finally do..”Daere could hear her younger self shout in excitement as she ran over to her brother and father, Daere clenched her fist together while a growl developed in her throat.She muttered hatefully”I remember...he tried to..no he did..”

“Stupid child, don't you know not to interrupt us?”she heard her father muttered, the younger elf slowed to a stop as she looked back at her own father with confusion.Slowly she held up her cupped hands to show him the purple mist dancing on her palm, Anthony deepened in anger as Darcy inquired”Father what is that?”

“the demons magick, you have been around Cecil again haven't you stupid girl.”Anthony snapped,she hear the elven girl remark softly”He says your wrong, why am I not to practice and Darcy is..it's it's not fair.”

“Cecil is not the one to raise you ungrateful brat.”Anthony growl, without hesitation he brought down his hand.The shire sharpness echo as the young elf fall to the ground,Daere clenched her fist together while she continued to watch.Slowly the young elven girl looked up and growled as the blood glistened at the corner of her mouth”I hate you..your not even my father.”

“You want to be treated like one of them then I will treat you as such.”Anthony snapped, the young elven girl yapped in pain while he grabbed her by the hair.Roughly he pulled her to her feet as the image faded,Daere closed her eyes then muttered”How could i have forgotten about that.”

“So you manage to break from snare, no matter i will just start all over.”a raspy voice muttered, Daere glance behind her to find a nightmare demon making his way over to her. With a sight she muttered” I can't even rest my body without something trying to kill me.”

“get away from her before i have Fen’Harel pay you a visit demon.”Taliesin voice snapped close by, the nightmare demon hissed then growled”He has no control over my demain elf, how dare you interrupt me”

“You want to test that theory out demon?Because i am certain if Fen’Harel appears there will be a price to pay”Taliesin remarked, the demon hissed and vanished as Taliesin stopped beside Daere.She looked at her form while she wondered”Is this another trick?”

“Did you know we were here this whole time?”Daere inquired out of curiosity,Taliesin replied softly “No, but i am finally glad one of us was able to reach you after these past three days.You were followed by some darkspawn so i hope you have found a way to take care of them of set up some good traps before falling asleep.”

“You didn't have to warn me.”Daere stated,Taliesin remarked.”I know but it just would not have been right not warning you, have you gotten somewhere safe without any problems ?”

“For now, how is the battle going?”Daere inquired,Taliesin hesitated before answering”We won but the dragon has gotten away, Geldauran is help us...Daere you should not have ran off like that.What if something happened, do you even understand how upset Fen’Harel is?Do you even care?”

“I dont know.”Daere muttered while shaking her head slowly, Taliesin glared at her then suddenly she snapped causing the fades air to shimmer“What do you mean you don't know?Of course you should know after all it was you that left us.”

“Taliesin just leave it alone, the way i see it me being here is just better for the both of us.”Daere remarked, she could faint hands touching her body as Taliesin reached out to grab her.Before she could entice her fingers around Daere’s arm, her formed vanished from in front of her.Faintly she could hear taliesin snap“Damnit don’t you dare!”

“Should you not be with your friend.”Daere grumbled,she could hear the Sentinel step back suddenly as she the weight of the blood loss hit her.Slowly she opened her eyes to see Eva with her naginata at hand looking down at her,Daere closed her eyes as Eva spoke “he can handle things on his own, i thought maybe you would like to come in and rest.”

“Stop lying to me.”Daere snapped, slowly she reopened her eyes and looked at Eva while she admitted“Some of the bandits came in saying you were unresponsive and wondered why there was so much blood around you, I thought it was better i check to see for myself to see if you had either finally gone mad because of the redrum or expired.. it is clear to me now that you have been trying to remove it haven't you?”

“Wouldn't you.”Daere muttered while she shifted her body slowly,her hand felt cold and sticky as she looked at her bloodied side.Eva replied slightly sharp while she looked down at her“not like this first you have to understand the bases of how the organism works, but instead you decided to open the wound up more then it is needed.”

“And you understand how this works?”Daere inquired weakly,Eva replied“After the first time Corypheus was free all of us under Lady Sylaises care had to learn, but still we lost many during that war before a few managed to lock him up.They died in the process but it was a sacrifice that needed to be made so they could focus on the forbidden ones.”

“and yet all these year you don't know how to remove it? I know what you told me but for fuck sake it is back and all you guys do is slow it down.”Daere snapped,Eva remarked “Because it is against the rules to use blood magick.”

“Then please explain to me why the hell out of all of the Evanuris Solas is the only one willing enough to use it?”Daere inquired sharply, she glared at Eva while she explained“He is more intune with the spirits then the others are so he knows how to work around it so not to use blood magick, when the red Templars use this method the lyrium crystals clings to the inner organs and bones of the victim like a parasite. If a veneration did this your blood would be black like the darkspawn, blood would have already started to pour out from the eyes mouth and the ears because the inner organs would have been liquefied.”

“why could you guys just not stick with stabbing people in wars instead of all of this, i am assuming you fade people are no better...no what i don't want to know, just go i got this” Daere muttered, she pressed the small blade into her opened wound and felt the tip touch the crystalized red lyrium. Pain shot through her body as Eva watched her, in she pressed down on the painas Eva watched her, in shocked she replied“your going to keep doing this?At this rate you are going to die from blood loss.”

“you people keep call me a veneration so wouldn't a ‘veneration’ try to figure to help themselves, i think after listening to you i know how you can help me..”Daere explained,Eva remarked“Please tell me you are not that serious.”

“Look at me does it look like i am joking?i let one of your ‘master’ beat the living shit of me, besides this pain is nothing new.”Daere snapped as she glared at Eva,Softly she stated as Daere removed her small blade from her side “your not going to remove it”

“get that fucking spear thingy and shut up, if your so fucking concern about my well being then stop standing there.”Daere snapped,

Eva inquired“you want me to end your pain?”

“No! But i think i have an idea how to remove this.”Daere replied,her tone softened as Eva inquired“What do you have in mind?”

“If there is chances of it spreading by touch I am thinking you might need to use that spell of yours on the blade and stab me...just don't get carried away i do want to walk away from this.”Daere explained,Eva nearly shouted while she inquired“did you not hear what i said?And what if i mess the creak?”

“Look i see this as a controlled opposite effect, you are serving under the Evanuris that eases pain correct?”Daere inquired,Eva answered “Yes.”

“then you should know without looking where the tip of the blade needs to go, used that knowledge then maybe we can help each other out. i can walk out of here with some blood loss and you can go back to tell Sylaise that you have managed to find a cure for ‘your’ people.”

Daere explained,Sarff remarked“so you think that it is possible that i could loosen the lyrium clinging to your spin?That does not mean it will go away once i remove my nagamaki.the thing would leach back on.”

“Not if i pull it out”Daere stated,Eva repeated“Our own people are not this stupid, have you not consider the possibility or an infection or the fact if we pull this off how some of the shard might linger in your bloodstream”

“Have we not established how serious I about this.”Daere snapped, Eva held out her nagamaki as Daere stated”now on the count of three as much as i hate to repeat you are going to stab me.One two..for fuck sake i didn't say three.”

“You where taking to long counting, besides you did ask for my help”Eva remarked with a smirk,Daere growled through her pain“You did that on purpose, alright try and do a low spell to power up the blade once i am certain i feel it loosen i will try not to hit you with it.”

“very well but i doubt this will work.”Eva replied, Daere felt the cold blade tip slowly warmed up inside her.She could feel the harden crystal loosen its grip as she raised her hand up, with a swift motion Daere threw her hand back.Slowly as the two elven women watch the red lyrium made its way out of her body,Eva kept the blade in place until Daere was certain she had gotten all of it out.As blood started to run heavyEva pulled her nagamaki slowly away while Daere pinched her side close.Eva muttered in disbelief “we did it..i can't believe it..i know it is not how the others would have done it but..i got to tell Lady Sylaise about this.”

“You have fun with that but from my understanding both the Evanuris and forgotten ones are not on good terms if you are looking they are willing to make amends.”Daere muttered weakly,she closed her eyes as the blood continue to seep through her fingers.She could hear Eva mutter”Then just maybe the hybrids could help.”

“Eva what is taking you so long.”They could hear Fáelin demanded as he made his way over to them,Eva looked at him while Daere stated“It is alright we just found an answer to your problem, if you two don't mind i didn't try to remove it just to die from blood loss ”

“Right..do you guys have bandages or regular lyrium so i can help stop the bleeding?”Eva quickly asked while looking around, a mage stepped up then knelt next to Daere as he replied “I can take care of this”

“Eva we should be going.”Fáelin demanded, he glared at Daere then back at Eva as she used a cloth to wipe off the blood.Daere studied the human mage then looked up at elf he was standing with while Eva asked“What did they say?”

“They will not interfere but i doubt the Evanuris will believe such an answer since they are responsible for one of two destroying Thedas, chances are Lord Dirtheman will have someone here monitoring once we give Lady Sylaise the answer.”Fáelin remarked ,Daere nearly snapped as she looked at him“do you really have to get Dirtheman involved?”

“We are just following protocols. “Fáelin remarked,Daere glared at him while she snapped“ then don't, if you know who i am then you have to understand why i cannot have them here.I am not going back.”

“You are near death's door so my advice is go rest and if Lord Dirtheman personally decides to come to collect what is his, for everyone here don't make it worse.”Fáelin stated sharply, he looked down at her while she remarked“You're asking me to be like one of you...if what you are saying is true you know i don't stand a chance”

“Well you should have thought about that before killing his captain, i admit right now he is still in his own grief but once that blows over and thinking clearly i am certain he would want his retribution. Whether or not you will be presented in front of the rest for judgemental will be up to him, unless you think you could talk yourself out of this.”Fáelin remarked,Eva stated“And what about Fen’Harel i doubt he would stand for this? ”

‘or would he?With the others turning their backs against me how do i know he won't do the same?’Daere thought as panic set in, Fáelin replied“Chances are he won't be allowed to attend since the two of you are close.”

“Mythal might be willing to show some leniency though.”Eva tried to reassure,Fáelin pointed out “Yes but remember Lord Falon’Din still blames her for their lost of army, then there is the fact she just admitted her hand with the keystone.”

“It was not my contract, how am i to be responsible for that when…”Daere started,Fáelin snapped“To them it does not matter they will only focus on the fact that you played a hand in it,to them it will be odd that you resurfaced just as the grey wardens were forced into their calling. Lord Falon’Din was right Lord Dirtheman should have done more then lock you over Thedas, he should have given you a much harsher punishment than you would have not have to ask Eva to use her magick to help you.”

“Fáelin.”Eva could not hide her shock as she remarked, Fáelin snapped while looking at her”Eva you know i am right, i am sick of Craven having to come down here looking for a veneration wrench.”

“He has a good sense into others and you know this.”Eva replied,Daere slowly got up and muttered“Eva just shut up.. you guys have your rules after all, Fáelin if that is all you can dish out all i can say you got to do much better.”

“ wait i am not done”Daere could hear the mage shout, she didn't stop once she reached the ladder.Her hand paused on the wooden step while Zevran inquired” The amount of blood you left behind, i assume you are truly not ready to be out there on your own am i not right?”

“Zevran, you know i would not seek one of these hideout unless i am in serious trouble.”Daere stated,Zevran remarked softly while glancing back at the two Sentinels ”True but you won't last long out there on your own, allow myself to come with you. I know Perendale is close by if you don't mind Templars...normal Templars I can stay with you, if you don't mind my company much longer.”

“That should be ok.”Daere replied,slowly she made her way up the ladder then push the trapdoor aside.She didn't wait she him as Fáelin voice floated through”Don’t even think about going after her Eva,it is bad enough you even helped her after all she has done.”

“Fáelin what would Craven think of you behavior if he saw you like this.”Eva voice rang out as Zervan followed behind Daere, he turned to move the trapdoor in place then stopped as the mage and his elven companion climb up after them.With hesitation Daere watched them, the mage slowly advance to her while he spoke”If you are in some type of trouble allow us to come with you, we are meeting up with a friend in Perendale and i have a feeling we can benefit from each other.”

“One movement i will cut off your twin set understand?”Daere inquired sharply,Zevran pressed slightly”Trust me i have seen her take on bigger guys then the two of you.”

“There is no need to worry, i am Anders by the way and my companion right beside me is Fenris.”Anders introduce,Zevran remark, we normally don't go by our names unless we plan to kill them but i’m Zevran and she is...”

“The only thing you need to know about me is I am the purple eyed demon.”she snapped.

Anders nodded then stated, ”I would have prefer Daere better, but i see you have trust issues.”

“If you knew my name then why ask?”Daere inquired sharply.

Anders remarked, ”Maybe have a proper introductions, I am not mad but it will make our travels easier if you were outright honest.”

“We should move, if you don't want those elves to find out where your heading then let us make haste.”Fenris remarked,Anders stated”He is right we don't want them to check up to us if we plan to make a disappearance, we also need to consider how many darkspawn we will be facing on the way.”

“I don't think the darkspawn will be much of a problem, maybe the few that broke off to chase me but not more after that.”Daere stated, weakly she started to walk away from them as the men looked at each other.Finally they started to follow as Anders asked”So are the stories true?”

“That depends what you have heard.”Daere answered not looking back,he pressed slightly”That you were responsible for the nobleman's death close to Jader?Some thought it was the red Jennys doing but when i asked a member they admit it was not their style.”

“Yes and if you ask if i regret doing so the answer is no, anyone that feels they need to harm a poor person let alone a family dont deserve the air they breathe.”Daere replied, Anders asked softly”What if they were related?”

“The death would have been to quick, what do you disagree with my method if so then you can turn back.”Daere threatened,Anders replied”No not at all in fact i think it is one thing we have in common, a few years back i got tired of how my fellow mages were being treated so i asked for some help from a spirit.”

“Your that Anders?”Daere inquired in surprise, he nodded his head while he admitted”It was not the best plan but i could not see any other way to reason with those people, i regret and wish i took more inconsideration how i was going to do things but i felt there was to much of a short time.”

“Anders is that really something you need to tell our guest when we are trying to stay low key ourselves?”Fenris inquired,Ander’s replied”I don't see someone that is wanted by both the Templars and her own people should not know.”

“You missed a group, the Tevinters.”Daere added,Andered looked at her in surprise and repeated”Tevinters, why the Tevinters?”

“Long story short the last contract i even work down here got me into a whole lot of a mess than i expected..and the reason why those Sentinels were so hateful,worst part is i haven't been able to sit down for a nice cup of chai tea with honey.Daere replied, she felt her mouth water at the thought of the sweet honey lingering on her tongue. Zevran remarked sharply”You have people wanting to possibly execute you and all you want to do is sit down and drink chai tea with honey, what is wrong with you?”

“You know i asked myself daily once then i just figure i am probably just a lunatic if the moment calls for it, so really i don't know personally the way i see it after being stuck with an Evanuris i am probably the only thing borderline sanity..maybe i think..what was the question again?”Daere inquired, she turned to look at him and grinned.Softly she could hear Fenris reply”Anders i really don't think we would be safe at night with the crazy broad.”

“Or what your afraid i will do to you guys what i have done countless others?I don't like going after the innocent, to this day i even regret having to slit two of my companions throats…”Daere replied as she stopped in her tracks,she shook her head while she thought ‘Not now..just maybe hopefully i can find a place to be alone.’

“It hurts to lose someone but we still got a ways before we are there.”Anders remarked,Daere stated”I know..I just been forcing myself to keep moving to the point i thought i was doing right but all i ever have been doing was making a fool out of myself,their death was not my fault even if i feel it is..how far is this place?”

“We should be there by evening if you do not stop again.”Fenris explained, Daere nodded in agreement as the four heard a wagon.They looked to the roads and saw a small Tevinter army,Anders muttered “Are they the Tevinters that are after you? “

“I dont think so, their armor was different, i can ask them if you like. “Daere stated,Zevran inquired sharply “if Tevinters are after you why are you going to approach them? “

“Because i have met one who seemed to be on the same side as us, we wont know if they are the enemy unless someone talks to them. “Daere explained, she held her side then fall to her knees as soon as she had reach the clearing. They stopped and looked at her while she softly inquired “Avaana...can any of you br of an assistants? ”

“That depends, how is it an elf knows our language? “One of the Tevinter soldiers inquired, he looked at the soldiers behind him and ordered” Stand down but be ready if those red bastards show.”

“Ma serannas.” Daere muttered weakly,the Tevinter soldier looked at her with concern.He inquired sharply”Now answer my questions, how do you know our language and why are you alone?”

“What makes you think i am alone?To answer your first i do know how to read, i am gratefully so far you have not alright attacked me.”Daere admitted,softly he asked as he studied her “Are you a somniari or a soporati?”

“I consider myself a soporati, why do you ask?”Daere answered,the soldier remarked as he walked over to her“it is bold of you to walk out here among strangers and start talking unless you got people behind you.”

“Bold or stupid.”someone muttered roughly, the Tevinter captain stopped in front of her. Daere watched his movements with weary as she asked“What do you think?”

“Looking at your face i can judge you been through enough that you know how to kill with careful calculation when need to, we don't want any trouble a friend of ours that had joined the inquisition has requested our aid.”the Tevinter replied, he held out his hand while she asked in surprise “Dorian?”

“Yes...are you with them?”the Tevinter inquired,Daere took his hand and answered“No but do give them my regards once you see them..is it possible to give us a lift?I know it is asking much from a stranger but as you can see i am injured.”

“How many are there” he asked, Daere looked back then at the captain while she answered“Three others...a mage, a broadsword user and a much more dirty elf.”

“Call them out.”the Tevinter captain stated lightly ,Daere nodded as she allowed her guard dropped.Slowly she turned her head and shouted“Guys i don't think these Tevinters are going to harm us.”

Slowly they watched as the others emerged from their hiding, the Tevinter studied them then walked back to his crew. Zervan muttered as he reach over to her “dirty elf, could you not have said something different.”

“But Zevran you are dirty just like myself, our minds are one of a kind.”Daere stated sarcastically,as they approach the small band Zervan asked“So if that is the case do you think maybe tonight we might...”

“Zevran my rule still stands if you have a cock and no nice breast then it is a no.”Daere snapped while cutting him off, she made her way towards the closet empty supply cart then climb in.Anders climb in after her as he remarked”I will try to see if i can't finish what i started but you will still need somethings to cover your side.”

Daere just nodded her head then closed her eyes as she felt the familiar sound of the fade start to bicken her, faintly she thought ‘I think for once i dont have to worry about being underneath others thumb anymore.’

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“That should hold.”Anders muttered, Daere looked at him and smile softly while she remarked with a hint of flirtatiousness “for a human mage you are good with your hands, makes me wonder what else you are good at.”

“well…”Anders started to mutter, slowly he step back as he rested his hand behind his neck.Daere looked up at him innocently, her head tilted up slightly while she pressed seductively”Well are you going to answer my question mage?Or the reason you are holding back is because your hiding your true intention.”

“Anders thank the maker you made it back safely, i see you brought a few guest along with the inquisition allies.” as a studded black hair man approached them,Anders stopped rubbing while he turned to look to their new company .Daere hardened her gaze as she watched him stop close to her side and studied his armor move closer, he smiled at her warmly while he spoke”I welcome you, to be honest it is rare to see any elves now these days since a lot of them vanished before the darkspawn rose from the ground .”
“That is because they were moved by,some cowards shemlen, those who moved my people don't care much for others but themselves.”Daere stated,slowly she trailed her gaze up then paused while he outstretched his hand.With a sweet tone he introduced”My name is Hawk..i was told by some of the men that they knew who you were and it was better to just throw you back out there.”

“Fair enough most of them are probably still mad i left their bare asses tied to a tree somewhere.”Daere admitted, she paused then added “they should be grateful i even let them live if that is the case.”

“I would appreciate if you don't start any trouble here, a lot of these people have lost something of value.”Hawk stated, Daere slightly snapped”So have i, as long as your people know how to act properly then there won't be any problems from me do you understand?For i have seen how wicked a man's heart is and to hell will i just sit back and watch while they conture on with their wicked ways.”

“And i thought Seeker Cassandra was bad..you dont look like someone from the chantry so why the ruffled feathers?”A new voice spoke out, slowly a ginger haired dwarf made his way over to them as she stated”Just someone that has been through enough, you know Lady Cassandra?”

“I met her a couple of times when she tried to get Hawk here to lead the inquisition,nasty temper she has i wonder at times if even the bears run as soon as her feet touches the ground.My name is Varric by the way, i didn't mean to intrude but when i heard Anders brought in a couple of elves i figured to see what the whole hubby was about.” Varric remarked as he introduced,Daere nodded then turned to look at Hawk.Softly she inquired”Your the Varric that wrote swords and shield?”

“So your a fan of my works I assume?Well if you are looking for an autograph then that might have to wait until i know we are going to get out of this alive.”Varric remarked,Daere shrugged her shoulders as she stated”to be honest i could care less about the ‘famous’, mostly because a lot of them are stuck up snobs. i haven't met one that dont deserve a nice knife embedded in their back the way they treat people...beside to be honest could not get past the first page of it and dont understand how it could sale”

“it is literature ”Varric remarked, Daere sneered slightly” Smutty literature and not really educational,if you would like me to give you a few in depth pointers how things work i would happily to obliged

“Charming a critic where i dont need one”Varric muttered , Hawk rested his hand on her back then gently lead her to her feet.With a hint of annoyance he asked ”Can i speak for you a moment?”

“Certainly.”Daere replied, slowly they made their way from the two as he spoke”Look i do not know where you have been hiding but you cannot expect to stay if you keep this up, Varric is a close friend of mine and i would appreciate if you stop.”

“Your right, i should not have taken my angry out on him.”Daere admitted, Hawk studied her with concern. Softly he spoke”you are welcome to stay as long as you don't keep provoking these people i will not tell you this again.”

“I will mind myself dont worry.”Daere stated softly, Hawk shook his head then muttered”Sure you will, alright go ahead and look around if you wish maybe later we can discuss where you will be once you seem more settled.”

“Thank you.”Daere muttered while he left her, she stopped and looked at the refugees that gathered in the streets.Softly she wondered as she studied the rags ’ how many of these people lost their homes because of this?suffered while i have been with them?Did my own selfishness over something so stupid was the result...how could have been so blind on what was going on?’

“It does not matter i am here now, but where can i start?”Daere inquired softly,she turned her head slightly as two templars started to walk past her.She listened as one inquired”Should we tell Hawk there were more strange flames on the darkspawn corpse?”

“shit..maybe it is not them.”Daere muttered, slowly she followed the two as his companion replied not hiding his concern”We are going to have to if it is a new type of enemy we need to be ready.”

“Ir abelas but how far where these flames.”Daere inquired softly causing the two templars turn to look at her, the first narrowed his eyes through his helmet as his hand rested on the hilt of his sword.Roughly he snapped”You again i thought for certain you would have died with the rest of your guild.”

“My you people do have good memories, but what i hear some of them are still alive...now about these flames what color were they and did you see what caused them?”Daere inquired,the second templar shook his head then stated”No we didn't see who or what but so far they seem to be focused on the darkspawn.”

“Not much of an answer but thank you.”Daere remarked dryly, slowly she started to walk away only to stop suddenly as the first templar unhilted his weapon.He pressed the tip of the blade onto the freshly wrapped bandage then growled while he started to slowly dig into the slightly open wound”Where do you think your going knife off.”

“I was going to do you two a favor and check things out, so please stop before you reopen my injuries.”Daere stated, she suppressed the growing pain as he pressed the blade further into her soft tissue.He stopped and growled”You not even an elf if your not screaming out.”

“there is no point screaming out..is that what you want from me you sorry sack of shit.”Daere kept her voice steady as she replied,hatefully he sneered” I knew there was something wrong with you, your a…”

“Ryan, what are you doing.”Hawks voice rang out, the templar stopped he looked at Hawk as both him and Anders approached them.Softly Ryan stuttered as he companion pulled the blade back“She is a demon look at her not even a flinch, either that she is possessed.”

“Just like you asshat i learn to suppress the pain you stupid ass cunt.”Daere sneered, she quickly pressed her hand to her side and groaned slightly as the stickiness of the blood started to seep through .Anders sighed slightly while he remarked“Let me…”

“No it is alright you have already done enough mage, besides he did not stab me that deep...do you have an outpost or something?It might be better if i stay away from this place but i want to be able to help out keeping watch or something.”Daere explain,Ander rested one of his hand over her own causing her to look at him.She felt the embarrassing stain her cheeks as Hawk explained” It would not be to send someone in your condition out but maybe we can talk about this later.”

“Why not now?it is just a scratch nothing more, if i can still walk then there is no excuse i cannot be out there.”Daere demanded,Hawk stated”If this is nothing but a scratch then i am the king of Ferelden, we have some soldiers who should be here soon sent by the inquisitior to help with most of the refugees.”

“Elven?”Daere inquired dryly,Hawk looked at her then remarked”Yes elven, i guess to say i should not have been too surprised that you emerged as well.Do you have an idea who she might be sending”

“Well you templars were talking about ‘blue’ flames on the corpse of darkspawn so i think I have an inkling and i must request a mount to leave so i can find shelter elsewhere.”Daere replied with annoyance,Anders pulled his hand back as he stated”Assuming those are the elves you were speaking of, so how badly have you rattled your peoples cage?”

“I would not say i did much..but there is just sometimes even my tongue gets the better of me.”Daere admitted,the two men looked at each other then towards a scout as he shouted “Hawk i see the elven flag being flown heading this way.”

“Anders what do you think we should do?”Hawk inquired,Anders stated”We will just see how this plays out, i don't like the idea just turning her over but we don't know what is going on that would cause her to start running.”

“Starters if you two are going to start talking about my fate i should tell you my side, if you believe me or not is up to you.”Daere remarked then paused, slowly she finished”True i have no right to ask for any type of sanctuary mostly because it is obvious some of the men are still holding a grudge but if you don't i can tell you everything you need to know about those tevinter bunch, how those ‘evanuris’ think and how to get rid of them if they become problematic and let us not forget i do have more connect then Zevran does.”

“You play dirty don't you?”Hawk inquired, he studied Daere with weary as she answered”We have to make a living somehow, i don't do this out of pity revenge i must tell you...just like any of you that is just a way that i personal need to survive.”

“if i accept what would you do?Should we be concern that you will turn on us?”Hawk slightly demanded,Daere replied”I know everything i said sounds like i am a traitor and i am all up for turning against others but that is not the case, i take purposely put myself into position so i am able to study on on the behavior of my target...it is part of the process to see if they deserve death.”

“They should be at the gates, your coming with us to greet our guests and we will see what happens from there.”Hawk stated,Daere blinked a couple of time then replied sharply”And what is it you are going to accomplish with this?”

“Anyone that has been helping our allies should not be questioned on…”Hawk started,Daere quickly snapped”Listen to me there is more then having to ‘steal’ some jewels why i departed..in fact if i even meant anything what i had learned you would look at me like i am a nut job, there is more going on than what you people in Thedas are seeing.Even i would not have believe have the shit i witness if it was not for the fact that..forget it.”

“Hawk why don't i just take her to one of the empty huts, she has lost masses amount of blood before we even left.”Anders explain,Hawk stated slightly “Alright but i will talk to them and see what i can get from them about her.”

“Come on.”Anders insisted,Daere stood there and watch as Hawk followed the scout.She clenched her teeth together as her anxiety started to creep in, slowly she started to walk behind Anders.Softly she stated”I know there is little to put any faith in me but if i go back i will be facing something worse then becoming a tranquil.”

“I am not saying you are in the wrong but my friend has a point, i don't see anyone truly bad if they are trying to help bring things back to normal.”Anders explained,Daere sneered slightly”Have you heard the term just because they help does not mean they are in it to help others but are after their own ambition?Your a mage someone that usual spends their lives reading books and following their intuition..even if some of you are rash.”

“ Your right but we need both sides not the small bits you told me,just relax they will have to follow the same regulations we expect from you.”Anders replied, they stopped in front of the empty hut as she asked”Should you not be using these for the people scattering the streets here?”

“Normally yes but we figure to use most of them as places for people like yourself to recover.”Anders explained, Daere opened her mouth to protest.A sigh passed her lips then she muttered softly” it has been a while since i had a chance to so thank you shemlen.”

“You have nothing to worry about.”Anders tried to reassure, Daere shook her head while she made her way inside.Slowly she looked back towards the door as it closed behind her, softly Daere muttered” he is right chances are i am already out for the worst with them and Solas so far is the only one putting any effect…”

‘What if it is him, i can't face him now?’Daere thought, her heart nearly stopped as she heard taliesin voice snap.”I don't care what you say Fen’Harel neither do i give a fuck what state she is in, we went through all this trouble and for what.”

“Great, hell has no fury like a overly tempered dread wolf fan girl.”Daere groan, she looked around trying to find anything she could use.Solas remarked”Taliesin calm down…”

“dont you tell me to calm down, even i would have gotten the hint by now how dangerous things are.She needs to be with our not playing whose hole is it anyways while risking…”Taliesin snapped,Daere slowly creaked the door upon hearing Ander remarked”so the elf that journeyed with us is someone you know?Before i step aside can i ask what she did wrong to hunt her down and cause the injuries?”

“They had nothing to do with the injuries..i never said they were the cause..really was hoping i would be able to cross the seas before the two of you caught up.”Daere muttered as she opened the door, she poked her head out and locked her eyes with Solas while her voice strengthen”Andaran atish’an what is the dread wolf planning to do since he once again found me in a less likely place.”

“Don't you be so innocent and start with ‘Andaran atish’an you have a lot of explaining to do.”Taliesin snapped,Solas remarked calmly” Aneth ara..garas quenathra?What injuries are they speaking of, was it the darkspawn that i had Taliesin warn you about.”

“No now excuse me i think it is time you two go do what you are here for.”Daere remarked slightly cold, slowly Solas made his way to the front pouch.Anders held out his hand and stopped him within his tracks, slightly he warned “Anything happens in there just know your help will be voided.”

“I am not with those who wish her harm”Solas stated, slowly Daere back away from the door.She watched as he turned his head and ordered” Taliesin stay out here until you calm down, I don't want you to repeat last time when i tried to talk to her”

“your right maybe if i aimed a little higher you would not be doing this.”Taliesin snapped,Daere flinched slightly at her tone while Solas stared at her.With a sigh he made his way inside, Daere rested a hand on one of her wrist then twisted slightly as he closed the door behind him.He stood there in silence, their gaze kept as Daere kept her distance from him.She could hear her heart race slightly as the room shift in uncomfortability, finally he shook his head as he walked over to the closet chair.Softly he spoke”you don't need to tell me what is going on but i would like to see what Eva was talking about.”

“Eva?That is right with those elvuain you guys can fast travel basically anywhere in a blink of an eye almost...but i didn't think they would say anything to you about it.”Daere admitted,Solas replied” she didn't tell me anything until i heard your name mentioned to Dirtheman.”

“So what is going to happen are you going to take me back to him?”Daere inquired,Solas slightly snapped” why would you suggest i would do something like that?I am trying to process how the hell you manage to cause so much trouble in such short time with them.”

“Chaos follows me wherever i go i guess..I do plan to make things right and face whatever he might have in store.I just need to figure out how i am going to balance dealing with the veneration as well when the time comes...”Daere admitted,Solas replied softly then stopped”Daere…”

“Solas it is ok, it seems those near deaths have been good for me...i just now really need to figure out how to work over things...just like i need to start trying to open up to people a little better, even if it is painful.”Daere stated softly, she lowered her gaze as she contured”I understand why you didn't want to talk about it and i wonder how much i had lost if he had succeed, i wonder would even that alone would have sealed my fate..but in a way i am thankful since i don't hear much of the void like the other veneration might.”

“true it is harder for one the forbidden ones to take control of your thoughts but still it should not have happened, if i had a lighter touch talking to them then maybe..”Solas started,Daere tightened her grip on her wrist as she snapped”It would not have matter either way, that stupid old bitch would have dropped me off like i was some unwelcome sack of shit.They wouldn't have care about me so you shouldn't either,chances are you wouldn't be sitting here talking to me but treating me like you would any other veneration.”

“No i wouldn't, you need to stop thinking everyone is out to get you when some of us are trying to show you”Solas slightly snapped, he studied her in the dim room while Daere remarked softly ”How do i even know what you are saying is true?I had always believe Cecil...but he..but he what is wrong with me..why does everyone hate me so much?I try.. i really do but everything..I am so tired of the lies.”

“what they did to you was wrong dont forget that, no one hates you until you decide to start acting out like you have been.”Solas replied, slowly he stood up and made his way over to her.Without warning he brought her close to him, Daere didn't resist as she buried her face into his chest allowing the familiar pine aroma to fill her nostrils .She could feel his chin rest on her head while she softly muttered”How am i to change when i don't understand how to be like everyone else?”

“Don't be like everyone else, you were doing just fine just being yourself...just try to tame down that wildness you seem to have and try to make up your mind once in awhile” Solas muttered,Daere cracked her eyes slightly as she spoke” Solas just because i am allow you to touch me like this don't think we are together again.”

“Of course.”Solas remarked with a slight chuckle, slowly she pulled her head away and looked up at him.Daere scuffed slightly as he raised his hand to her cheek, softly he added”It still wont change the fact that i won't wait for you, now about that side of yours.”

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“that should be the last of it. “Solas remarked softly,Daere could feel from within her as l the last of the fragment being pulled from her side. Taliesin stood there silently with a small bowl pressed against her skin as Daere slightly turned her head, she watched while the red lyrium fall and nestled with the few new ones that had started to cling to each other.Slowly Taliesin walked away from them towards a desk on the far end of the wall, Solas gently pressed his hand on her side and muttered” if this is how you try survive on your own i hate to see when you don't bother.”

“Solas i assure you if it was just people then i would not have this much problems on my own..but i do appreciate your help..both of you.”Daere stated,Solas shimmered slightly as they returned to normal.He closed his eyes and moved his hand away from her bare skin, she watched while he sat back in his seat his hands slightly shook as he rested them his lap.Not hiding her concern she asked”“Are you ok?”

“Yes, you have to understand how much using that much power takes a lot out of us.Even if others see us as gods because of this power we do have our limitations.“Solas explained, quickly he added as a smile rested on his lips”You don't have to worry or feel bad because i don't have any regrets helping even if we aren't..”

‘it does make things a little awkward though.’Daere thought, slowly she cover her breasts as she stated trying to harden her tone“Then you should go back to the inquisition or back go look for Anaris, this really should be the last time you should have bothered to seek for me.”

“Your wrong, if what Eva said was true chances are Amon will be picking up the trail since Dirtheman is still indecisive about you...I am certain you have already heard that you manage to have Elgar’nan in arms”Solas stated,Daere remarked as she rubbed her bare arms“their making to much a big deal out of this, i haven't done any real damage to have the whole elven empire in such a uproar..all i did was follow you.”

“That usually is a good reason to piss them off but no, i admit there was a small issue but since they found out the truth their shocked to even allow a veneration up there plus what you told Eva..that pretty much sealed you fate and another reason why i am glad i found you in the fade.”Taliesin explained,Solas got up from his spot and made his way over to a bowl that had clean water.He dipped his hands down as Daere pointed out “Certainly there is someone out there that has more of an interesting history then me.”

“I doubt it, in truth i am baffled that you have gotten this far without noticed.They should have caught you that night you stole from them, but then that would explain why June was acting odd.I would assume that was around the time Darcy was trying to offer both of you to his service.” Taliesin explained,”Daere let out a sigh then muttered“honestly is it to much to ask to have a quiet life, i haven't been able to sit down and drink some bloody tea for fuck sake.”

“Do you have any idea how bad tea is?No when we get back i will give you something better than tea in fact we can't really let you roaming around here wearing this, they will be looking for someone that is wearing his armor let alone your making yourself a target for anyone with this big ass hole.”Taliesin stated sharply, she lifted up Daere torn armor as she look at her.Daere struggled her shoulder while she replied“Egh nothing new it just means i need to be more careful, and what is wrong with tea?”

“What is wrong with it?Even Fen’Harel agrees that it is nasty, how can you stand drinking water with hardly any favor?You cannot get drunk with that stuff.”Taliesin snapped,Solas stopped and looked back as Daere snapped back”For your information i would rather not get drunk, drinking tea helps enlighten the mind if you know which tea leaves to use.Also most the tea i drink has skin milk thank you, and would i kill for some honey...wait what are you doing?”

“What does it look like i am doing?”Taliesin sneered,Daere bolted off the bed as smoke thickened around the cloth.She snapped as she yanked armor from Taliesin grasp “That does not mean to start burning it!How else am i to get around here!?!”

“And why should i not burn it?Do you really want to keep running around wearing this when both the veneration and now the others are looking for you?Do you even realize how much trouble you caused?Or care?Hand it back or i will burn it with you in it”Taliesin snapped back,Daere growled as Taliesin yanked the outfit from her grasp.Without warning Taliesin other shot up and grapped Daere by one of her breast, gently she fondled while she added”Besides i think Dirtheman got the breast size wrong when he sent Nimue out to get this for you.”

“Taliesin did you have to grab my breasts like that!”Daere cried out suddenly as she quickly slapped Taliesin hand away,quickly she recrossed her arms while narrowing her eyes.Taliesin slightly snapped as she shifted her weight“What now you are having an issue?Where was that issue when you followed me into my room you little..”

“Of course i have an issue i am trying to break from the two of you, what gives you the fucking right mind to..”Daere sneered then stopped as the two elven women looked at Solas while his laughter filled the room, slightly she demanded as her face grew red“What is so funny?”

“You two, it is ashame you guys could not get along sooner.”Solas remarked,he died his hands while Daere muttered“Yes it must be amusing to see us like this, don't get use to it so..forgive me Fen’Harel correct?”

“What did i tell you about calling me that.”Solas slightly growled as his eyes hardened, he picked up the bowl with the red lyrium without a word he left the room.She softened her tone as she asked “Where are you going…”

“You have to give him some time...he was really hoping maybe the next time you would have..stayed, we all kind of did that is why we pitched in with the spare room.”Taliesin explained, the two heard the door slightly slam in the next room as Daere slowly looked back at her “I am sorry to disappoint but i feel my judgement was clouded when he approached me...did i really hurt him this much?”

“Do you really want me to answer this?Daere he had his heart set even if i didn't like the idea after you kissed him, to be honest while i was moving those elves while he healed you it was Craven that encouraged Fen’Harel to try...even if you were raised mostly in a shemlens world, besides it is not just that i am certain he felt he had found someone special that the others could never take away from from him.”Taliesin explained,Daere slightly muttered“Then there was the engagement arrangement.”

“He could care less about that, see the beauty thing is Geldauran wants no part of what the others wants so you breaking it off like that was just..wrong.If you had stay you would have found about this, what i am talking about is Dirtheman.True i dont think he is really interested but even i am starting to question what links he would go to hurt Fen’Harel if he finally decides to presume you.”Taliesin stated,Daere tilted her ear up as she asked“Do even you believe a lot of what he is doing is for show?”

“I wish..Daere let me explain something to you Nimue kept Dirthamen busy,i mean she was the main reason why he was not so on edge because she kept his sex drive under control even if they kept it quiet most of us knew.It was not just him but occasionally he did share her with Falon’Din.From my understanding she was six months pregnant with his child and i don't even know if he knew about it.”Taliesin explained,Daere eyes went wide while her body trembled.Slowly she looked down at her hands and stuttered “I..Taliesin..are you certain? Oh creaters what have is done...i even if i had known i wouldn’t have...”

“Daere look at me you didn't know hardly any of us did, she didn't want to tell him for fear of him not using her for missions.”Taliesin admitted,Daere shook her head as she stated “It still doesn't matter not only did i take one life i took another one that didn't have a chance to experience it.”

“Chances are something would have happened to her if the other evanuris found out, to be honest there is an unspoken rule about evanuris interbreeding with the sentinels that would cost them their lives if the evanuris produced an heir below the noble line”Taliesin explained,Daere looked at her and snapped“It still does not change the fact what i did was wrong, if that is the case then maybe..”

“Stop it.”Taliesin demanded,slowly she leaned in and kiss Daere on the lips.Gently the tips of her teeth clasped on the tip as she pulled back,Daere looked at her with slight surprise while she wondered ‘I...I..I still don't understand why would any go this for..after how i acted how could she..how could they?

”Why don't you completely undress.”Taliesin remark gently, she rested her hand on Daere cheek while they gaze latched.Daere stared back with uncertainty, she could feel the gentle touch from Taliesin fingertips as she brushed back the loose strands of her hair.With a slight choked she whispered“Taliesin…”

“It is ok falon, to be honest i should scold you but i think you have gone through enough these past few days that i think we all need something relaxing.”Taliesin muttered,Daere could feel Taliesin hand press slightly on the seams of her pants.Slowly Daere shook her head while she muttered”How can i..i mean after what you told me?She was pregnant..Taliesin only a monster would consider having sex after finding out what they did?”

“Daere normally i would agree with you but you cannot beat yourself up for something you had no knowledge of..please..”Taliesin begged softly, she pressed her nose against Daere’s.

“But what about…”Daere slightly moaned as Taliesin rubbed her fingers over the seams, Taliesin slightly demanded”Stop it Daere at this rate your worse then Fen’Harel when i go begging him for sex.”

“Honestly i should cut out your tongue for comparing me with him.”Daere slightly threatened ,Taliesin giggled softly as her fingers unlooped Daere’s belt”Cute the pup still barks despite everything.”

“Taliesin what are you doing.”Solas voice broke through from the doorway,the two looked at him as the guilt crossed Daere face quickly, she cleared her throat.Her hands rested on Taliesin while she remarked ”Don't Taliesin... Fen’Harel, you refused to share the tent after she left.”

“That didn't mean ..”He tried to protest then stopped himself realizing the angry lingering in his own voice,Daere could see the slight pain shimmering in his eyes as Taliesin playfully snapped “ Oh Fen’Harel...you cannot deny that you daydream about this,two girls one bed.You might as well take advantage while we are here.”

“Taliesin that is enough.”Solas demanded,without her own self control Daere blurted slightly“Taliesin i guess you were not kidding how tensed up he is, it is a shame though because i thought he wanted to do two.”

“Well Fen’Harel what do you say?One night please?You had us working so hard even you have to admit we can have some fun ”Taliesin cooed,he scolded softly”Taliesin people are dying outside these walls and she needs to recover…”

“Save it Taliesin Solas would rather lecture us over easing up.”Daere slightly provoked,Solas looked at her then shifted his gaze away from her will he muttered”Taliesin you need to head over to our soldiers to let them know…”

“Taliesin are you really going to let a man tell you what to do?”Daere slightly asked mockingly,Taliesin rested her hand on her lips and muttered”Huh, i don't know we have known each other since before the evanuris.”

“You two this is not funny,Daere please get dress before..”Solas demanded as she stepped out of her fallen clothes,Daere rested her hands on the edge of Taliesin satin shirt then pulled up as Solas watched.Taliesin remarked”Thank you Daere, do you have any idea how much it feels good to be out of that heavy army? Even if i have this underneath it is still a pain in the ass.”

“We should not be doing this.”Solas muttered,Taliesin replied softly”And yet here we are question is are you going to be a stick in the mud like you tend to wolf.”

“I don't know Taliesin i think you did a better job then he did.”Daere stated playfully,Solas replied”Both of you it is not going to happen, if anything i can just wait outside until i am certain you both settled down.”

“such a gentleman Fen’Harel but you do know i will walk right out there just to drag you back in, when was the last time we have really really explored?Have you not wondered what it was like to engage with more than one partner like the others?”Taliesin cooed, slowly she made her way over to Solas.A soft moan slipped through her lips as Daere watched, quickly she covered her mouth her face face grew red while Taliesin turned to look at her.With a smirk she stated”See even she has the idea so what do you say, one night emma falon?”

“Are you ok with this?”Solas asked softly,Daere shrugged her shoulders.She stated softly as her hands rested on her elbows”I am already undressed..i guess i don't see the harm in it but after tonight..i don't think we should press further..”

“Thank you Fen’Harel.”Taliesin cooed as he rested his hand on her bare back, Daere quickly turned her head.She closed her eyes while Taliesin pressed her lips against Solas, a pain shot through her body as she thought’ Why do i feel this?I know they told me they don't have a connection..but seeing her..’

“Fen’Harel it is a shame i couldn't have the ropes on me.”Taliesin muttered,slowly Daere looked back at then as Taliesin helped Solas take off his shirt.She made her way barefooted back to the bed while he remarked”The way you do it it is not going to happen again.”

“So what i accidentally got your nutsack caught in a small snare once and you ban the bondage.”Taliesin replied, Daere stopped in her tracks and slowly looked back at the while he stated”Taliesin that was not once and you tend to get carried away with the wax, do you realize how sensitive that area is?”

“You still have you ball sack, beside Daere didn't complain”Taliesin replied,Solas snapped gently”Because i am certain you didn't try to stick something up her ass the first night, if you did i am certain you did go for the big one.”

“Excuse me, but now i think i am starting to have second thoughts about this.”Daere replied,Taliesin and Solas walked over to her as she remarked”You have nothing to worry about i left the toys at home, apparently it is frown upon to bring things like that onto the battlefield.”

“There has to be a story about this.”Daere stated out of curiosity,Taliesin crawled onto the bed then turned to face them.She spread her legs open and rest her hand upon her slightly parted lips, slowly her fingers caressed her clit while she muttered”That can be saved for another time but right now..Daere right now i want you to use your tongue for something more useful unless Fen’Harel wants to do the honors.”

“Since i am not much a fan to sucking on cock i think i can manage.”Daere admitted ,slowly she got onto her knees as Solas rested his hand on her bare back. He entrangled his fingers slightly in Daere’s hair while she moved her body forward, a soft groan could be heard as Taliesin rested her hand on Daere’s ear.Softly she muttered”Now isn't this easier then all those problems you have been causing?”

“Taliesin i don't know if you know it but it will hurt like hell if i bite your clit.”Daere growled slightly, she could feel Solas hand move as he started to walk right behind.Carefully he raised her buttocks in the air and placed his harden cock just at her entrance , Solas slightly thrust his body behind Daere keeping his member just on her clit as Taliesin remarked softly”Oh come falon, you know it is true.”

A soft moan slide through Daere lips as her face started to feel flush, she could feel her juices starting to coat his ready cock while she buried her face to taste Taliesin sweetness.With a slight moan Taliesin gently pressed Daere head further down as Solas completely buried his member within her, he gripped the side of her waist while Taliesin gripped onto the back of Daere’s hair gently.

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Solas...”Daere grumbled, the bed cumbled underneath her hand as she slowly lifted herself.Gently she rubbed away the crasp from her eyes then looked at Taliesin while she stirred, with a groan Daere muttered”I need to figure out how i am going to put more of a distance with the both of you if that is how your going to play it.”

“I will let her know, i doubt she wants to cause you people any further trouble.”Daere froze slight upon hearing Solas voice, she closed her eyes then opened them slowly as she made her way out of the bed.Daere made her way toward the dresser and slipped into the rugged outfit, softly she muttered “i wonder how far is the next living town anyways… hopefully no one recognize me there. “

“Leaving already?” Solas asked quietly, she stopped to look at him while she answered “I need to.. it is the right thing to do isn't it? I mean on top of a few angry soldiers and well.. if i leave the other evanirus would force to stop won't they?I still plan to help but how can i in a jail cell or died in this matter? “

“And what about the veneration? “Solas inquired while he made his way over to her,he stopped in front of Daere then reached out to touch her.She stood there waiting, his hand rested upon her cheek gently as she closed her eyes to his soft touch. Subconsciously she rubbed her cheek against his palm then placed her own hand on his arm, with a slight tug she pulled his hand away while she muttered with regret “please don't it would just make things more harder than it needs to be...if anything i will got back to them if I can't find a place to settle with the rest of the shemlens “

“Your right, i shouldn’t have step over the line.. but do you really want to go back to them? I mean Daere there was a reason they went through this just so you could… “Solas started, Daere slightly snapped then softened her tone .” I know that.. just..they are my blood..if i go back with you who knows what would have happened even if a small amount of it was my own doing. “

“I say bullshit to that small part.”Taliesin grumbled half asleep, slowly she sat up upon the bed her long black hair quickly covered her bared body as Daere remarked softy “ir abelas i should have taken this outside of the room so not to disturb you “

“It is alright one amazing thing about the fade is you can feel the slightest ripping of others auras.. you know yours is the lightest purple i have ever seen? I know the others are darker but yours doesn't compare to the others...i wonder if Sarff knew this was going to happened if you were raised on the surface. “Taliesin admitted,slowly she crawled out of the bed while Solas stated “Taliesin we should have Craven meeting up with the rest of our people, i am going to let them know she is going to be joining us until..if she decides to stay with the next town since it seems the shemlen army feels uneasy having her here.”

”So i was right, no matter it was to be expect i mean even if i did give them what they deserved i never foresaw something like this happening.”Daere admitted,Taliesin stared at Daere in somewhat shock before she demanded “what exactly did you do? i mean Fen’Harel i admit did things to piss off people but Daere this is almost a whole city?”

“I will leave you two alone, Taliesin you two need to focus getting ready to leave understand?We don't have time for games”Solas stated slightly sharp, he looked at Daere then shifted his gaze as he left the two alone.Slowly she crawled out of bed then pressed once more”Daere answer my question, certainly one person could not have possibly turned a whole city against them..not counting Fen’Harel.”

”Some of the soldiers here ..it was before the whole incident with the keystone but they..”Daere started then stopped,Taliesin studied her.She remarked suddenly seeing the discomfort cross her face. “Daere if it is bad you don't have to say anything just i figured it would help you talk about it, maybe at least give me an understanding.”

“It wasn't me that suffered..to be honest i think i would have been better if it was me, but . I was getting ready to head back to Amaranthine when i saw them in the ally way.The mother was already dead when i got close..the soldier the one that decided that wanted to reopen my wound last night he and his buddy were tearing at the kids clothes...I couldn't just stand there and do nothing.. it wasn't right...”Daere replied, her eyes started to gloss over as she spoke.Taliesin softy pressed “So what happened, what did you do?”

“I did what any sane person would do.”Daere slightly whispered angrily,a slight mist developed slowly on her fingertips.Her mind quickly envisioned the torn clothes off the little boy, she swallowed while her thoughts started to scream.Suddenly Taliesin voice floated sharply though as she felt a hand touched her wrist”Daere...we don't need to talk about this it is clear this is upsetting you.”

”it is alright..you did ask..ir abelas just naturally i offered myself to them and lead them away towards the outskirts of town.Once i was certain no one could hear us i tied the first soldier up then killed his partner..i don't know why i didn't just kill them both but i guess i wanted to give him a chance to change.I guess i was wrong to do so..i mean that is what a sane person would do right?”Daere explained,Taliesin remarked”no the sane person would have taken them both out, what kind of assassin are you anyways?”

“i guess i am not much one if i am leaving such a mess..Taliesin you got to understand each time someone kills another living being a part of them dies as well.. and i just don't want to turn into someone that enjoy it that is why i give others a chance to stop.”Daere replied,Taliesin stated softly”Fen’Harel was right..you wouldn't last long in this world without some help.”

I got this far without any of you...i mean there is still people out there willing to listen to reason aren't there?”Daere inquired,Taliesin slightly snapped”Daere remember that list i mentioned when we first met?Well you just seem to add it daily to the point you would be safer with the others, there is no sense using your words no matter how much you think you can talk your way out.That is not going to happen anymore since people are noticing your existence, i am certain Dirtheman even told you this. ”

“It cannot be all blood and war..”Daere remarked softly,Taliesin stated”And please tell me when it hasn't been?Even when i use to live down here when the world was young there was still something,if it was not the fear of the evanirus it was the veneration cult or the shemlens.Daere there has always been war because that is what men want.”

“Is that what Solas wants?”Daere inquired,Taliesin stared at her and remarked”I really hope that was not a serious question, of course that is not what he want..why do you think why Mythal and himself have been working tirelessly keeping those people hidden?Even if Dirtheman knowing poses a threat that does not mean Fen’Harel or Mythal would not die to protect those who want both freedom and peace...have you eaten?”

“ Your not changing the subject that quickly.”Daere muttered,Taliesin remarked”It is an earnest question, you were completely out afterwards so we couldn't offer you anything last night..we do have plenty to share really since we can easily pop over to the elvuain.”

“Does that not defeat the point of being prepared on the battlefield?”Daere inquired softly,Taliesin shrugged her shoulders and stated while she dressed”What is the point of having those elvuains if we can't use them.”

“That should be consider absolutely being lazy Taliesin..but if you give me a moment i can see if the shemlen has something other then nug stew..maybe rabbit i kinda miss the taste of halla meat, when it is cook just right the meat actually seems to melt on the tongue like butter.”Daere admitted,Taliesin paused and stared at Daere.Sharply she remarked”You better pray Ghilan'nain dont hear this, i am certain she could care less about the rabbit but if she finds out you have been eating hallas…”

“What it is not like it is cannibalism, those are just stories right?I mean i have seen wolves eat them all the time so there should not be a problem we do so as well”Daere inquired, slowly she pressed her hand over her eyes and groaned.Taliesin inquired softly”What now?”

“I just got a rotting imagine of Solas eating out Ghilan'nain…”Daere admitted,Taliesin chuckled softly as she made her way out of the room.Softly she could be heard stating”While that would not be a surprise, who knows where his tongue has been.”
“Taliesin that is actually a disturbing thought.”Daere stated, slowly she followed Taliesin into the next room as she remarked”Well when your a guy like him what do you expect?Did you forget if we were ordered to do something we were expected to do it?”

“No just it is starting to get a little unsettling thinking about how many people he has been with before i came along.”Daere stated as she watched Taliesin bent over a rugged backpack, Daere studied her while she wondered ’Solas you could have something with her..but why?What caused the two of you to drift?’

“Here eat up if your riding out with us i don't want the elk to smell halla on your breath, the last thing i want to do is to explain to Fen’Harel why the elk threw you off.”Taliesin teased,Daere scoffed as she took the dried salted fish from her.Softly she mocked”For your information you little cunt i had found a perfectly good berry bush to munch on while being chased by those things.”

“That is worse how do you know it was not poisonous?” Taliesin remarked,Daere slightly snapped”I do know what a poisonous bush looks like, in fact your bush almost looks like it needs to be…”

“You finish that sentence i will make certain it will be more than that fish you will be eating and i will leave the patching up to Fen’Harel.”Taliesin snapped as her hand covered Daere’s mouth, slowly she removed her hand while Daere remarked”Oh come on you know i am right, the least you could have done was tirm there before stepping into that thing of yours.”

“You know i think if you had allowed Fen’Harel to eat me i am certain you would not have a reason to complain.”Taliesin shot back,Daere stated”So you're going to start attacking me because i made a comment?Besides as much as i like feeling his hard cock inside me does not mean you would catch it in my…”

“Have you really actually sucked on a guys dick without ending up trying to kill them?” Taliesin quickly asked,Daere paused then muttered”I don't think so but it does take the fun out of the surprise from the happy ending.”

“That could be something you could do for him.”Taliesin hinted, Daere eyes went wide then slightly narrowed while she snapped”Taliesin if you want him to have his dick sucked then you do it.”

“Idiot.”Taliesin muttered while she walked back into the bedroom,Daere looked down at the dried fish and studied the meat.Slowly she brought it up to her mouth then scrunched her nose as the salt overpowered her taste buds, she thought as she chewed ’well this is better then running off on an empty stomach.’

“Can i ask what you are planning to do once we reach Montfort?Taliesin shouted slightly,Daere swallowed then answered”Is that place even inhabited?Or is this a hit and miss mission on the effect to kill off the stragglers you come across?”

“Did you forget Craven has been flying with Nectan?”Taliesin inquired, slowly she emerged nearly completely dressed into her armor.Slightly Daere asked”Is it really comfortable having those clothes underneath?”

“Stop trying to change the subject.”Taliesin slightly snapped, Daere sighed while she answered”No i haven't forgotten...it depends, i mean i can leave now if that is the case just give me some supplies to run on and weapons.”

“You know that is not going to happen falon.”Taliesin stated,Daere opened her mouth to protest as they door behind her swung open.Craven wasted no time shutting it then turned to them while he stated in slight alarm “Good i caught you, here hurry up and change before they make their way back.I don't think Fen’Harel can stall her too long with the others.”

“Who?”Daere inquired as she stood there dumbfounded,Craven walked over to her as he answered ”Anduril, if she is down here they mean business...i know you were expecting another of our people but Falon’Din made it clear this was no joking matter to send any sentinels after you after what had happened.”

“And what the hell do you suggest i do? If she is here don't you think she would be angry that i ran from this room?Take me to her”Daere quickly demanded,Taliesin walked by her side as she brushed her long hair back.Quickly she demanded”If you didn't survive an encounter with Falon’Din what makes you think Anduril will be any better?”

“Because the two of you are going to earn some brownie points by handing me over to her.”Daere remarked,Craven looked at her while Taliesin asked”We are going to do what now?Daere this is Anduril..have you not heard of her?If you plan to escape within her sight...she will ”

“We can't do that.”Craven finished Taliesin sentence,Daere stated slightly”It is better then putting these people into danger because of another unstable mage, besides i can use the cover of the…”

“Stop i already know were this is going Daere,Taliesin what opinions do we have so we can respect her wishes to stay with these people.”Craven inquired,Taliesin replied”She isn't...she isn't staying with these people if things turn out like they have here.”

“What are you talking about Taliesin.”Craven demanded,Daere lowered her gaze as she admitted”I want to be with the other venerations..if i can not make a life back with these people i plan to go back and maybe..”

“Are you just full of bad ideas?”Craven snapped,slowly she looked at him while she remarked”I dont see what the issue is, why do you guys hate each other so much when they tried to fight for elven freedom as well? "

“Taliesin i know what Fen’Harel has told us but we have to say something, this is not what Sarff wanted and you know this.”Craven replied as he looked at her, Taliesin stated slightly”Craven we have interfered enough..Daere you do understand what would happen if you go back to them don't you?”

“Jinx explained to me what would happen..along with the possible chance that the next time i really see any of you is when the rest of the forbidden ones are free.Daere blurted out,Taliesin blinked a couple of times while she demanded”What are you talking about?”

“I thought i mention everything that they told me…”Daere slowly stated, there was a slight pause before Craven rested his hand over his eyes and groaned.Softly he muttered”No you didn't say anything like that to us.”

“Probably a good thing, if killing the twins shared toy would set Falon’Din off like this and the keystone causing an issue i can only imagine what this information could result to.”Taliesin remarked,she sighed then muttered”Alright we will bring you forth to her but just try not to get yourself killed when trying to pull whatever you have plan off.”
“Just make certain the ropes are loose enough so I can get out of them.”Daere instructed,Taliesin sighed as Craven crossed his arms in front of his chest.He remarked sharply”This isn't going to work you know, even if the rope are loose she will..”

“Craven i understand you concern but this is me you're talking about, have some faith.”Daere replied, Taliesin scoffed while she made her way back to the rugged pack.Softly she muttered yes the last time i trust you with anything you ended up thousand of feet in the air on top of a fucking dragon but don't mind me when i say your ideas are shitty ideas..no wonder we found you locked up.”

“should you not be thanking me for getting the dragon out of hiding?”Daere stated,Taliesin sneered slightly”No to be honest i am starting to wonder if any ideas you come up with you need to start disregarding.”

“Agreed.”Craven muttered,Daere nearly snapped as Taliesin pulled out some rope”Hey you were not complaining when you started to stick your nose in my business back in Jader.”

“That was because i didn't how much of of a problem you were.”Craven remarked sharply,Daere clenched her teeth together then growled”Like i said i never asked for your help, if i am such a problem then shut the fuck up and let me do this.”

“That is not what i meant..Daere you have to realize this plan of yours is suicide, Anduril her moods are unpredictable ever since she was crazy enough to try and wear red lyrium armor...it didn't help that Sarff did stab her.”Craven tried to explain while Taliesin moved behind her,Daere held her arms back and felt the ropes tightened over her arms as Taliesin remarked”There should be enough room for you to slip your hands like you have requested..but this time neither of us will be allowed to step in if you fail are you certain you just dont want to find an ally to hide in until she is gone?”

“Taliesin, my attacks are sudden and quick...nothing meant for war so i should be fine.”Daere explained,Craven shook his head and muttered”I am telling you this is not going to work no matter how good you think you are, she is not consider the evanuris of the hunt for nothing i wish you realize this.”

“I appreciate your concern but think about it..it is better to take this outside of this village walls then to allow these people to suffer more than they need to?”Daere inquired,Craven snapped desperately ”This is going to end badly, how can you not see this?”

“Craven if you feel strongly against this then just stay here.”Daere sneered slightly,he turned his head as the two made their way out.Few of the townspeople of Perendale watched them while Taliesin muttered” if you think you can cut through the small wooded area towards Churneau by nightfall, there is a chance that you can blend in with the emerald knights that are here to journey to Montfort.Once there we can send word to Geldauran if you truly have your heart set for them..but i am telling you it won't be easy, there will be creatures down there that haven't seen the surface light.”

“Well look here.”A red hair elven remarked sharply as they got closer, more people came and stood there as Solas quickly hide his discomfort in his voice while remarked“Taliesin…”

“I brought her like you asked Craven, Fen’Harel.”Taliesin quickly lied,Solas cleared his throat then muttered“Of course, thank you.”

“where is the other one?”Anduril demanded,Taliesin wasted not time stated calmly as two of Anduril sentinels gripped each side of Daere’s arm“he figure it was better if i brought her out alone.”

“what is going on i thought you were here to help her?”Anders snapped as he pushed himself through the crowd, Daere looked upon the waiting townspeople and smirked at Zevran while he shook his head slowly.Anduril snapped slightly as the sentinels started to lead Daere away “Well seeing i don't need to burn this place down to find one roach i guess we will take our leave,Fen’Harel try not to make a mess of things.”

“Of course Anduril.”Solas replied dryly, his eyes play at the back of her head while they walked.She could hear him turn his attention to Anders as he tried to soothe the angry mage,their voice quickly fall silent while Daere lowered her gaze innocently as Anduril remarked“You dont look like much.”

“ I guess you can say that.”Daere replied calmly,Anduril looked at her then stated“I was expecting more of a mouth from you but you seem to know when you are defeated, i guess i should be grateful about that i suppose.”

“So how far is the elvuain?”Daere inquired softly,Anduril answered quickly“Who says i was taking you to an elvuain?No i think i will take care of this swiftly before you have a sudden change of heart and kill anymore of our servants.”

‘There is no need to prolong this..if i am going to act it has to be now.’ Daere thought as she stopped in her tracks, Anduril turned to see what was the matter while she demand realizing something was wrong“What do you think you are doing.”

“What do you think?”Daere growled, the ropes that were poorly tied to her arms fall to the ground as the sentinels watched in slight shock.Before they could react Daere grabbed the rope from their feet and wrapped it around the closet sentinels neck while she sneered “Are you really willing to allow one of you sentinels to die this way?Go home and forget i was here”

“It does not matter to me.”Anduril admitted while she watched,Daere looked at her oddly then snapped”Do you even care for you own people?Or for those that fight for your name?Dirtheman shows at least some mercy...how can you not?”

“Dirtheman is weak, now are you going to kill him or do i need to just to get to you?”Anduril demanded,Daere tilted her ear up then raise the rope tighter around the sentinels neck while she remarked“You are cold...i am sorry i have to do this.”

“Aren't you afraid?”Anduril inquired as her second sentinel placed themselves by Anduril side,Daere shook her head no while she loosened the ropes from the first sentinels neck.He fall to the ground unmoved, Daere kept her eyes on Anduril as she bent down and touched his neck, she slightly smiled as she felt a pulse then answered as she rose “Only the weak are afraid to die...even if it means to die alone, i was a coward once but if this is my destiny i will honor it with pride ”

“I see now why Dirtheman wants you alive, but you are a threat to my people.”Anduril admitted, she placed the tip of her bow staff onto the ground as Daere took out the only weapon she had on her.A small knife hunting knife glistened in the sun as she placed the blade against her light brown skin,slowly she cut herself to allow the blood to appeared on the surface.With a slight uneasiness she thought ‘ I dont think i can spare much this time but hopefully it will be enough to fend off against these two, i really wish I had those daggers Dirtheman gave me’

“My training is perfect, there is no way i'll lose to another one of you again.”Daere stated trying to hide her own uncertainty, she raised her hand up and move it to the side while her blood spread in front of her in droplets.Daere willed the blood to harden into small shards as Anduril ordered“Craven good help me restrain that filth over there apparently that bitch of Fen’Harel can't tie a knot.”

‘Craven why has he come..’ Daere thought, slowly she turned her head to face him as he moved closer from behind, softly he growled while he withdrew his song dao“I am not here to help you Anduril,Daere as soon as there is an opening take it”

“Craven go back..i fight alone remember?”Daere snapped nearly losing her concentration,blue flames danced on the blades while Craven remarked “I can't allow you to do this alone, just say thank you and shut up”

“Craven..” Daere muttered softly,Anduril stated with disgusted “sickening, fine Craven i was getting tired of seeing your face anyways just hope Fen’Harel is ready to lose one of his without a fuse.”

“With both of us we wont allow you to win Anduril.”Daere snapped as she flung her arm forward,the small blood shards flew straight at Anduril as her staff started to glow.She smiled then stated while the area got brighter”This is over for the both of you veneration, there is a reason i never lose on a hunt.”

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‘why can't i hit her blind spot.’Daere wondered as she turned to look at Craven, he tightened his hands on the hilt of his song dao while he contured to breath heavily. His blood trailed down his forehead, falling to the ground as Anduril snapped viscously.”Is this the best the both of you can do?Not even a scratch and we manage to get more hits, Craven what a disgrace as a sentinel not only are you defending a roach from Thedas but i thought Fen’Harel had kept you busy.But all i see is a sentinel not worth keeping alive if he cannot follow direction or let alone fight properly.”

“you don't realize how long i waited to have this chance to get revenge after what you did to her Anduril, she didn't deserve to die...not like that.”Craven slightly choke on his words,Daere swallowed slightly as she thought ‘that is right, he mentioned that she did something to one of his siblings when we first met...but why is he doing something about it now?”

“You should pay attention.”Daere heard a male voice growl right behind her, she jump to the side as he thrusted his nagamaki.Without a word she thought while she started to dodge his swings ‘i can't afford to make the same mistake twice...damnit why could they not fight like normal nobles and soldiers.”

“That is enough out of you!”Anduril let out a shrill scream,Daere slightly paused in her tracks as she sat on her knees.She waited until the conscious sentinel stopped in front of her, patiently she waited until he rose the nagamaki over his head,Daere eyes rested upon the blue flames dancing on the fade stone metal upon his blade as he started to swing down.Quickly she put her body weight into her her knees and lifted with her palm aimed up,barely did she flinch as her palm connect with his chin.Not even a second he stood while she turn her attention to Craven and Anduril, quickly she reached into her pocket her fingers touched the small bags if powered.As she pulled on of the bags out she thought ’I should have thanked Taliesin for returning these to me, i just wish she had returned the small weapons as well.’

“Got any last words?”Anduril growled,Craven jawline moved as Daere threw the small contain.She snapped suddenly”Anduril your forgetting something.”

“I will deal with you when..”Anduril snapped back then stopped as the pouch hit the tree close to her, a small smoke screen covered the area while Daere made her way to Craven, quietly she remarked as he coughed”Come on, you should have stayed back i could have handled this on my own.”

“I don't believe you could not after everything we have witness with you.”Craven admitted as they started to run from the area, they could hear Anduril howl out from behind”Stop them, don't let them get away from this area.”

“How many more are there” Daere slightly demand, he didn't answer as they ran further away.It didn't take long before they hear elven shouting to the side.Craven muttered”Great so she did bring them.”

“Who?”Daere inquired, the two slowed to a stop suddenly as she pressed”Craven who?Are you talking about this Amon guy you are concern about?

“If he was here chances are we would not be standing, you do know Anduril is a hunter and what do hunters have?”Craven inquired, he scanned the area around them while they could hear faint rustled around them.Daere felt her hairs starting to raise on her arms as she answered”Hunters have whatever they need depending their prey, Craven it cannot be that bad there were only those two that came with her it is not like she had more set here just in case something went wrong.”

“What makes you think she wouldn't, they don't think like the shemlens Daere in truth your survival rate would have been better if you had stuck to pissing off the shemlens.”Craven snapped, Daere slightly growled”I never asked you to follow, this is the second time i have said this.”

“Daere it was between letting Anduril going through with her plans or ..”Craven started, he stiffened his stance a little as he looked behind her.Daere looked at him oddly then inquired”Or what?”

“Craven i knew you had problems but this is a new low for you.”a woman’s remarked calmly behind Daere, slowly she closed her eyes and muttered”Shit don't you guys ever give up?I mean for fuck sake the orlaisin guards don't keep up like this, really tell Anduril to go fuck herself maybe she would be better off and less of a bitch.”

“watch your mouth when you speak about your goddess.”the elven woman growled, archers trained their arrows at them as Daere snapped “Anduril is no more a goddess then i am Andrasta herself, i demand you lower your weapons or i swear i will summon something so horrible you won't live to see nightfall.”

“You can't can you?”they could hear Anduril voice, she approached them from the direction they had came with more of her sentinels close behind.Daere opened her mouth to snap, but Anduril remarked coldly”If you were going to summon up some demons you would have by now, we all know about your experience with the red lyrium so it is only natural that you wouldn't have that much blood running through your veins without risking on turning into an abomination yourself...am i correct?”

“Do you really want to test that theory Anduril?”Daere inquired sharply, slightly in the corner of her eye she watched as Craven looked down at his weapons then tossed them on the ground while he muttered”I yield.”

“What do you think you are doing.”Daere turned her head and snapped, Craven slowly fall to his knees.Slowly he reached out to touch her wrist while he stated”Daere there is no way we can fight this many of our people, i had forgotten how limited you were.”

“We can still fight Craven, i was taught never to give in to their demands…”Daere started to sneer,Craven snapped”And look where it has gotten you, look around you even someone that was born in the deep roads could see this is a lost cause.I would have fought by your side if it was just her to the bitter end, but we could be dead before reaching her..we might have had a chance if we didn't turn our back and ran.”

“I choose to retreat only because i could see you were not faring well Craven, i wanted us to get a better positioning before we had to strike again.”Daere explained, she paused and wondered as she looked around them. ‘There is a chance i can make it past these archers, but can I really leave Craven to what might lay ahead him?’

“Well?”Anduril sharply demanded,Daere quickly shot back with sharpness”I am thinking just give me a moment to even consider if being underneath any of your gasp is worth it.”

“Did you not hear me the first time you not going back, you kind is nothing more than a disgrace.”Anduril growled,Daere slowly looked down.Her eyes studied the handles of Craven song dao while they rested on the ground, she looked at Craven then slowly kneeled while muttered”I yield as well.”

“Claire make certain they are restrained,Craven will be heading back i want to hear from Fen’Harel what he has to say about his behavior.”Anduril ordered,Claire wasted no time snapping”You heard our Lady Anduril restain them, be careful of the veneration remember she has killed our people before.”

“You guys are really making to much of a big deal about this.”Daere remarked calmly, she stood sat still while four of Anduril sentinels approached them.Anduril stated”Why is it you think we are making a big deal?What do the Feraldian’s do if a murderer was caught, don't they hang them by the neck?”

“Normally yes they do but with what Taliesin explain to me you guys are more brutal.”Daere stated,Anduril walked over to her only to stop right in front of one of Craven song dao.She bent over and picked one of the double blades from the ground, carefully she ran one of her fingers on the tip as she asked”And what did that little whore tell you?”

“Taliesin isn't a whore and i would appreciate if you stop calling her that.”Craven snapped ,Anduril looked at with a slight growl”Hush or i will slowly cut out your tongue..thinking about it Fen’Harel might appreciate i did.”

“Or his manhood i know Lady Sylaise would be happy for that one.”Claire stated as she tightened the ropes on Craven’s body ,slowly Anduril turned her attention back to Daere and pointed the tip of the blade towards one of her eyes . Softly she asked”tell me what has she told you?”

“You guys are brutal she didn't go into description what any of you did but i could tell just by the way she acted it was inhumane.”Daere replied trying to keep her cool,Anduril quickly grabbed a fist full of her hair then yanked her head back as she pressed the blade into Daere skin.she turned her head slightly and muttered” You know i hate your eyes if they were any lighter without any color i would have also through she would have came back from the dead, but we all know no one can come back from having that taint being spread through their bodies.”

“I have been getting that alot lately and personally wish it would stop, I am not her in fact i never knew her Anduril...I cannot live up to be someone that i am not, so if your going to stab me get it over with.”Daere growled,Anduril trailed the song dao blade on Daere’s cheek while she remarked”Dirtheman did mention something like this would not bother you but what if i turned around and start working on Craven?He does know what the punishment is if he turned against one of us but then i would be risking some reaction from you wont i?”

“Do it and you will find out how quickly things will change.”Daere threaten, Anduril studied her then ordered”Claire come here, hold her head steady while i cut out those eyes afterwards we can take care of Craven.If Fen’Harel has an issue he should have kept his sentinel undercontrol it has been centuries since Mythal even allowed him to keep them.”

“You can let him go, you know this Anduril.”Daere stated,Claire placed herself behind Daere and rested her hand underneath her jaw tightening her grip.Anduril replied as she moved the song dao back to underneath one of Daere’s eye, softly she remarked while a small smile developed on her lips”I know and i have before, he is just one of those too stupid to learn just like you.If you are lucky you won't live long enough when i get to him to hear him suffer.”

Stop talking Anduril no one like listening to you. “Daere stated, slowly Anduril pressed the tip of the blade closer. She twisted slightly as she started to cut into her lower eyelid, pain shot through her body while tears started to develop from the corner of her plica semilunaris. Daere could feel a droplet starting to trail towards the song dao tip, mixing in with her own blood as Anduril started to dig deeper. A sudden demand from a short distance made Anduril pause. “I would appreciate if you would not do that to my property Anduril. “

“Elgar'nan said i can do whatever i want if i found her. “Anduril snapped, she turned her head as Daere sigh out in a brief relief. Softly she thought’ As many times he has saved my skin maybe things won't be bad taking shelter with Dirtheman until i am certain i can handle things on my own down here. ‘

“Elgar'nan needs to stay out of my business.”Dirthamen growled,Daere blinked a couple of times as her vision started to blur a little.She could feel the anger radaring from Anduril as she snapped” How is this just your business? Wasn't our brother affected by this as well because the both of you lost that army you promised to find the traitor that has been stealing our servants.”

‘Wait has he not said anything to them?’Daere wondered,her vision slowly cleared as he stopped close to them.Softly he spoke”I am still working on a plan but right now we need to worry about what those veneration are up to now before something else raises with what is left of that tevinter magister army.”

“Then let me finish what i had started, consider it poetic justice for what she has done.”Anduril pressed,Dirtheman stated”Anduril even i can see this is not ‘poetic’ justice you should be ashamed of yourself but after all these years i know you don't even know the meaning, now i would appreciate if you release the veneration into my care and we will be on our way”

“Your playing with fire Dirtheman i hope you understand this,what about Craven do you want me to ‘release’ him into your care?”Anduril snapped,Dirtheman replied quickly”What about him?He served his purpose.”

‘wait..what does he mean by he served his purpose..don't tell me.’Daere thought, slowly she turned her head to him as he shifted his gaze away from her.Softly she accused”You were in on this...but Solas trusted you..”

“Fen’Harel was in on it as well we finally met on a common ground agreeing it would be better if we kept you away from them until we got a better understanding of their plans ”Dirtheman confessed,Daere dropped her head and muttered ”I should have known he wasn't any different...why am i not surprised…”

“Daere it wasn't like that, Fen’Harel…”Craven started to stated, one of the other sentinels quickly punched him in the stomach while he growled”Shut up.”

“What should i do about Craven then? i cannot allow him to walk after he assaulted myself.”Anduril inquired,Dirtheman stated”Do what you want,Craven was only instructed to pull her away not once did we ordered him to attack.”

“Well what did you expect me to do sending me out to lead Daere away while Anduril was hot on her trail.”Craven growled,Dirtheman snapped”You were to lead her towards one of my men not let her walk off.”

“So tell me how does it feel knowing the dread wolf didn't want you.”Claire remarked sharply,angry tears started to roll down her cheeks while Daere whispered slightly as she clenched her teeth together”Just shut up.”

“That is enough i don't need someone provoking her.”Dirtheman demanded,Claire slightly stated”I am just telling her the reality of things, everyone knows he is like that there is no exceptions.”

“Daere i know what i did was wrong but don't listen to her he still..”Craven tried to explain,Daere turned to him and snapped”Don’t talk to me, if i wasn't so concern of you getting out of this as well i would have escaped.”

“it is time for us to go,Claire you can let Daere go.”Dirtheman remarked calmly,he outstretched his hand as Claire loosened her grip.Anduril quickly turned her attention back to Craven while she ordered”Lay him down on the ground i want to see how much holes he can have before he starts screaming like a little bitch.”

‘I am alone..everything...everyone was just acting that i mattered...but i don't... ’Daere thought while a couple of Anduril sentinels started to lead her away, she turned her head in time to witness as Claire unhilted her nodachi.With a slight grunt she brought the blade down swiftly into Craven arm then drew back to repeat the process, softly Dirtheman inquired as she turned her attention forward”Are you not going to beg for me to spare him?”

“Why?From how i was raised anyone who is so readily to turn against another like this don't deserve to have mercy called out for them...besides i already know i have no right to ask for anyone's repel.”Daere stated,Dirthamen looked at her while replying ”You wouldn't know unless you tried. “

“No...i don't see a reason i should anymore Dirthamen just dish out your worst then leave me alone.”Daere remarked,he stated softly slightly a growl”I plan to after you even consider abandoning your post during a war, but i assure you i won't be leaving you alone to sulk.I plan to rebuild the mess that you are to prove a point.”

“And what point is that?”Daere snapped,Dirtheman ignored her growing hastily while he explained”Even if you were not born in exile with the others you still have that strong bloodline that Daerth’nal has, my other plans might have failed because of you but that doesn't mean we cannot use you for other means.You will be a living proof we can control a summoner despite your connections are slightly broken still.”

“Your funny Dirtheman.”Daere replied,Dirtheman inquired”And why would you assume i am joking?You have already proven you can muster up the strength to master demons through blood magick, have you ever wondered what more you can do?”

“what makes you think they would allow someone that ‘plays’ with demons rarely.”Daere remarked sharply as a crumbling building started to come within view,Dirtheman replied while they walked past heavy stones i wasn't talking about that demons i was talking about that creature you allowed to wipe out that whole dalish clan after Anthony refused to interfere with the keepers son raping you.”

“I didn't tell Solas the truth about that.”Daere growled as she stopped,Dirthamen implied while he turned to face her.”Of course you didn't, why would you?I don't blame you really wanting to keep that as a secret, but the one thing Anthony should have known it was pointless to degrade someone like that out of spite for the other party..shall we get going?By now Fen’Harel should be back tracking this direction after clearing out your mess, unless you do want Fen’Harel to lose two sentinels in one day?”

“Why should it matter for all i know you recruited her too.”Daere admitted,Dirtheman studied her then growled”Just get moving if your lucky we can get this done and over with before Anduril starts blowing her storm in Mythal’s courtroom.”

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Their footsteps echo as they traveled the narrowed dark halls, Daere wrinkled her nose as they stale earth hit propping her to demand”I am assuming we are presently not back in the skies with the air so stale.”

“Shut up veneration if you not going to address our god with proper respect.”one Andurils stated softly, he gripped her arm tightly as she snapped”i still can't believe that you guys choose to follow these ‘false gods’ at least your Anthony had some common sense, what i think you guys are the ones needing the re-education.Stay in thedas for a week and i promise you i know a guy that can teach you a thing or too how,we are to be treat, if he is still alive.”

“I think this one is a lost cause Lord Dirtheman, she is too corrupted even in Anthony care.”the other sentinel muttered, the air shifted suddenly as Dirtheman stopped in front of them.Slowly he turned to look at the three, the air shifted into darkness as his eyes shined through the holes of the helmet.Daere felt the hair on her arms stand straight up while the sentinel back up in his tracks and muttered nervously ”But i am certain you will not have any issues getting her to understand her place and undo what both Lord Fen’Harel and Anthony may have taught her.”

‘Something is wrong, his mood seems much more different..this is the same feeling I had before Falon’Din...i still have much more i need to do...’Daere pondered in fear, they watched as Dirtheman rested his hands to the side of his helmet. He took it off as his eyes slowly returned to normal, slightly he sneered while he held it out ”Go take this back and let Scathach and Mochain know that i need their help .”

‘i might need to watch what i say, maybe i can get out of whatever he has in mind with just a warning.’Daere thought, she eyed Dirtheman as he started to lead the way further.She didn't fight as the remaining sentinel lead her, with a hint of of caution she tried to joke ”Hey Dirtheman i think your servants are slacking on their job this place looks like it needs a makeover.”

“Shut up, don't think you can talk your way out of this ”the sentinels snapped while he tightened his grip,Daere clenched her teeth together as she stopped in her tracks.Quickly she pressed her back against his rough armor then snapped as her eyes hardened”if you don't lay the fuck off i swear you will end up like the others.”

‘Shit that was the wrong thing to do..’Daere realized as Dirtheman quickly turned and gripped by her throat, he slammed her hard against the stone walls and growled”You are not going to do such a thing, do you understand?I will break you and not that half ass work Anthony did, i mean completely.”

“If you hadn't done anything to me back then what make me believe you will do so now?”Daere sneered back,Dirtheman studied her as he stated”you have heard of calculating ever aspect before acting, but then that is something you have lacked now hasn't it? Then you question the hole you dig yourself in,but i thought things through of what i am going to do with you.You will not be smiling unless i give you permission, you won't even take a shit without my permission do you understand?”

“I am certain whatever you have planned out is nothing others tried.”Daere slightly challenged ,Dirtheman glared at her as he pulled back the angry radiation from his body as his hands balled into a fist.Before she could react he sent his fist flewing to her stomach as he softly growled roughly”After today i feel you will regret those words ‘lethallin’, you will beg but your pleads will fall onto deaf ears for i am the one that beholds all secrets.”

‘He hit me...i knew he would sooner or later but..’Daere stood there with her eyes wide in disbelief as she gasped, fear slowly creeped in while she turned to watch him walk away. He stopped iron door and opened it, quickly he ordered”Go restrain her, i will be back, if she fights you use lethal force.”

“yes Lord Dirtheman.”the sentinel replied calmly as he yanked Daere forward, she slightly glanced up at Dirtheman while they walked past him.Slowly she looked into the room and saw it filled with cages hanging above the walls,quickly she turned and yapped”You cannot be serious..this place even King Alistair and Queen Anura is not this loaded..”

“I am going to assuming by that comment you have visited the shemlens cells.”Dirtheman stated calmly, Daere stated quietly.”Dammit Dirthamen don't you think this is to much?I admit i did some wrong but not to be stuck in something that looks like the piys of the void”

“Stop resisting your heard his orders”The sentinel growled as she started to struggle, he pushed her further into the room while Dirthamen left.Daere clenched her teeth together and stopped, she allowed herself to be lead passing a dead elven body still rest on a rack with their arms and legs torn.She thought to herself “ i think this was a mistake...a big mistake all of this...why didn't i just kill him but no i fucking sleep with him instead and made a big fool of myself.No..i shouldn't blame him should i?I mean he has done more than most..Craven did try to say something...dammit i am so confused... ”

“I knew you were stupid but not this stupid,so why are you here and not with the shemlen”Cecil inquired roughly, Daere slowly looked to the side and notice him standing behind the cell bars as the sentinel worked on restraining her wrist to the pole.Her angry grew as she snapped“Shut up Cecil looks to me your in the same position, so tell me cock sucker why are you here and not with the others?You do know all of this is your fault. ”

“Why are you blaming me, i told you to stay away from Fen’Harel didn't I?If you had just listen and came with me after you failed to assassinate him the others would not have been looking for you”Cecil snapped back, the sentinel quietly left them as Daere growled and yanked on the restrains”Bullshit it is your fault all of this, even if...damnit Cecil is there anything you told me true?why?”

“Just following orders, you should be thanking me for allowing you and your brother to survive this long despite his threats.”Cecil admitted, slowly he reached up and pulled back the collar that laid loosely around him.Softly he spoke as he revealed a faint black spider veins spreading on his neck”But this time i cannot fail, i need to make certain that you get back to the temple safely.”

“Funny i was actually thinking of going back but then i just saw your face.”Daere slightly sneered, she tested the restrains as she wondered ’These aren't ropes but pure metal, these guys don't play around do they?’

“It is pointless Daere you should have stayed out of sight like we told you..maybe it was the only thing Anthony and myself could have ever agreed upon.”Cecil stated, slowly he moved away from the cell bars and muttered”Hopefully we can get out of here together so Daerth’nal can see i haven't betrayed our people, but you on the other hand have a lot to answer for.”

“i do plan to go back to see if that life is worth the risk but not with you, to be honest what Daerth’nal has done to you is merciful to what i am going to do to you once i get out .”Daere threatened as she pulled harder, she stopped then fall to her knees as she thought ’This is useless dammit what the fuck is Dirtheman thinking?’

“your still holding a grudge over those shemlens?”Cecil inquired,Daere quickly snapped”After you left they became my family, you know something i had thought you were but then...why.. she trusted you..i trusted you but to learn you did this?Having Solas feel guilty for a death he was not responsible for?Did i really not matter to you!?!”
“once”Cecil remarked,Daere felt herself fly into a rage as she snapped”Once!?!only fucking once, my mother trusted you..i trusted you and you have to reply just once?but no for some bright idea you fucking decide enough was enough and killed off my whole fucking family...were you planning to kill me as well?Are you going to once or if we escape?”

“Starters not everyone is dead you still got your father and your uncles,secondly if Daerth’nal feels that you don't fulfill what you were bred for then yes i would gladly do the same thing i did to her but this time i want to watch.”Cecil admitted,Daere felt the sickness develop in the pit of her stomach as she whispered dreading the answering”And who are they?Are they from the clan you knapped my mother from.”

“you really dont listen do you? Geldauran and Anaris are Daerth’nal brothers, like i said they want to keep the line pure so really Sarff would have died anyways after you were born since she had no real connect to any of them, you want to know something it was absolutely the most satisfying thing about it to see the expression on Fen’Harel face as he held onto her even if it was quick.But you i will make certain it won't happen like that if Daerth’nal feels you lost your uses after you allowed your body to be defiled by that traitor , you will feel ever burn much worse then the red lyrium...”Cecil sneers were cut short as Dirtheman walked in and snapped”That is enough out of you or i will put you back on the strappado.”

“Why Dirtheman i figured i would help you with your job by just…”Cecil started sarcastically as he turned to face them ,Dirtheman snapped again while he ordered”one of you deal with him before i shut him up for good.”

“Yes Lord Dirtheman.”Anduril sentinel softly remarked, Daere watched silently while he made his way to the cell gates.She felt something cold touch her back then turned her head slightly as the fabric tore.Daere clenched her teeth together upon feeling Dirtheman hand resting on her exposed back, he trailed his hand down and muttered”I see even if he had healed you there are still traces barely seen, no matter.”

“ stop touching her, you have no right when she belongs with the others.”Cecil snapped, something could be heard hitting the ground as Anduril’s sentinel growled”did you not hear Lord Dirtheman?”

“Scathach had it to me.”Dirtheman remarked calmly,Daere braced herself while she felt the strands of leather touched her skin.Lightly he trailed it down her spine as he muttered”You are well to familiar with this aren't you?Scathach go ahead and put the gag in her mouth, i don't need her biting her tongue.”

“Yes Lord Dirtheman.”Daere could hear a woman reply,with a elven woman hand reach around her face and placed a leathery cloth against her lips.With a slight demand Scathach stated”Open or i will force you mouth open.”

“Normal i would allow someone to buy me a drink first before i even consider this.”Daere replied sarcastically,Scathach glared at Daere as she sighed.Slowly she open her mouth and allowed the leather to be placed then looked forward and closed her eyes,she thought as he contured to brush the nine tips over her body.”this could be worse, but what can i think about?Where is a...why is he sticking that there?”

“Lord Dirtheman would you like me to take over.”Scathach inquired,Daere opened her eyes and turned her gaze catching a glance of him tilting his head slightly while he contured to use the handle of the nine tail whip to pull her pants down.Dirtheman slowly lifted his gaze back to Daere, he cleared his throat then handed the nine tail whip to Scathach while he remarked”Here you know what to do, i am going to see if I can get Sylaise to come down here.”

“Do you still wish to use the salt water on her when i am done?”Scathach asked,Dirtheman stated softly”Yes, cause as much pain as you can towards her.I don't want her to think she is getting off the hook lightly. Mochain i am certain Anduril is wondering what is taking you, you are dismissed.”

“Yes but Lord Dirtheman what about Cecil?”Mochain inquired,Dirtheman stated as he walked towards the doorway.”you have him hanging there am i correct?If the ropes are as they should be there is nothing to worry about.”

“Yes Lord Dirtheman, forgive me but the last time you had more than one veneration down here you lost some of our people.”Mochain stated,Daere nearly flinched as she felt the sudden sting spread through her body.Dirtheman replied while he watched as his sentinel readied herself for another assault”I have weeded out all who would defy me go or i will punish you as well for not following orders.”

“Lord Dirtheman forgive me for saying this but i think you need to take care of something before contacting Lady Sylaise.”Daere could hear Mochain muttered underneath the crackle of the nine tail whip, she turned her head and saw the slight bulge casting a slight shadow as Dirtheman growled” Get out and do as i say before Anduril throws you in the pit, i will take care of it before i summon Sylaise here.”

‘I think i can take advantage of this.’Daere thought as she snickered through the leather,Scathach sneered as she brought the nine tail whip harder.”You think this is funny?How dare you conture to mock us you stupid bitch.”

‘rather be a bitch then a zombie fide fucking cunt.’Daere thought, Dirtheman looked at her then shook his head as he left them.Scathach stopped her attacks then moved away from behind Daere,with ease she breathed out a slight relief and thought ‘that wasn't bad despite the broken skin, by now that sentinel is probably going to get a cell ready then leave us alone for the night.’

“I hope you like ice water,if you don't to bad.”Scathach growled as she made her way back,Daere wondered as the sentinel raised a bucket over her head ’Why does she need to have the bucket over my head, she could just place it on the floor then clean off the blood off my back.’

“Fucking ass whore.” Daere tried to yelled out but was muffled, the salted icy water burned bother her eyes and her newly raw skin as Scathach dumped the contains over her body. She yank in voluntarily allowing the metal to cut deeply into her wrists,softly Scathach stated while Daere fall to her knees”Not so high an mighty now are you?I wonder if i could not get a sound from you with the whip how much you can resist if i used my electric spells.”

‘piss off’ Daere thought and glared her, she studied Scathach jet black hair as she raised her hand up.She outstretched her hands towards Daere as lightning started to dance on her fingertips,Daere tried to move her body away with no avail as Scathach touched her wet pant leg.Her body stiffened sudden then started to converus against the cold floor as her heart felt it was about to stop,slowly Scathach let her go then stopped up while muttering”I need to watch how much i put into that spell, the last this i need is to get into trouble...even if you do deserve to die after what you did to our commander.”

“Your probably right.”Daere tried to muttered weakly,Scathach narrowed her icy blue eyes at Daere as she snapped”Are you still asking for more trouble, if i had it my way i would have you tied to four different horses.i would watch as they pull in four different directions listening to you scream and beg..what you did to my friend was unforgivable.”

‘I know..’ Daere lowered her eyes in sympathy,Scathach raised her hand then struck Daere across the face before yanking the gag from her mouth.Sharply she demanded”Tell me why you did it, i want to know why you took her from us.”

“If i said anything you would not believe a word i said...no amount of apology would bring her back, but what i don't understand why Falon’Din didn't bring her back like he did me..”Daere whimpered slightly,Scathach growled”Because by the time any of them could do anything her spirit was already gone, i doubt they would have been to help her with their energy depleted because of the events unfolding here.”

“Here..wait you mean down in Thedas..right?”Daere inquired,Scathach replied slightly softing her tone”No we are in Thedas, he doesn't want you up there still so he is planning to keep you here in the Vimmark mountains for safekeeping until more arrangement could be made for your safety and the others.”

‘Wait if we are in the Vimmark Mountains..’Daere stopped her thoughts, softly she asked”Is it wise to keep myself here?Let alone with Cecil present...what if things do turn south?”

“He already has a collar ready to be placed on you since he feels the sigil that is resting above your ankle is wearing off.”Scathach replied,Daere felt one of her ear twitched in annoyance.Softly she inquired”Excuse me?What collar?I never saw one collar on any of you people when i was with you guys”

“Consider it an honor because the last few times i have seen him resort to that length to protect himself was when Fen’Harel brought Anaris back with him.” Scathach admitted,Daere stared at her with confusion as she wondered”If Dirtheman knows i can't do much with my own spells why would he go to such length?If anything i should be afraid of them when they lose their own temper.’

“ Scathach, lord Dirtheman has informed me to tell you once you get done here your going to have to take her upstairs.Lady Sylaise is waiting to examine both the veneration eye and side to determine if she could start working for Lord Dirtheman.”A male voice stated from the doorway, the two looked at him.Without hesitation she replied”Give me a few and we will be there upon his request.”

“Don’t take too long he looks irritable.” the male sentinel stated,slowly Scathach looked down at Daere.She inquired sharply”If i let you off is it possible for you to show your respects to our god and goddess.”

‘Hahaha..no.’Daere thought, she swallowed slightly and replied innocently as she fought a giggle that threatened to develop” if you are willing to show me this much mercy, how can i not refuse?”

“I am not taking that chance,Amatheon go get me something to cover her with.The least we can do is make certain she is somewhat decent when she walks the halls.”Scathach remarked, quickly she shoved the leather back in Daere’s mouth as Amatheon walked off.Daere lowered her head and sighed while thinking sarcastically ’Welcome to a world were the captives don't give a fuck if their prisoners are parading bare breasts down the halls in front of badly dressed guards, nothing ever goes wrong there.

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“Are you certain she got infected by red lyrium?” Daere could hear Sylaise inquire softly from beyond the door,shivered uncontrollably as she stood there slightly bare against the stonewall.Daere turned her gaze towards Scathach and glared at her as she though ‘This is outright inhumane, how long does he expect me to be like this.’

“Yes Lady Sylaise but i know we were not able to get it all.”Eva replied nervously,there was a slight pause before Dirtheman stated“Fen'Harel might have had a hand in it, if you had not notice he has been doing alot of questionable things lately “
“True, do you think you can remove that gag from her mouth so i can hear what she has to say.”Sylaise inquired, Dirtheman replied calmly”Do you really want me to remove the gag from her mouth?”

“it is the only way we will now for certain, if Fen'Harel is starting to use blood magick as well then he needs to be reported.”Sylaise explain,Dirtheman replied softly as they made their way back into the room.Daere let out a sigh and wondered’ what have i volunteered myself into any ways?Try even i admit things never worked out not planned but there hasn't been a reason to..I mean the shire chaos of it all was suppose to be worth it right?’

“if i remove this, are you going to mind yourself.”Dirtheman inquired roughly, his hands rested on each side of the leathery cloth as she lowered her gaze to his feet.She could hear Sylaise state”As much as i don't approve of both you and Anduril methods of things it seems you might have her under controlled.”

“Don't be fooled.”Dirtheman growled, he took of the gag then lifted Daere head up as she started to shiver again.Calmly she stated”No i am not going to give you ammunition against him if that is what you are looking for.”

“We just want the truth did he or didn't he use blood magick to help you?”Sylaise asked, Daere harden her gaze as she remarked”Ask Dirtheman, he has his ‘methods’ of knowing everyone's secrets.”

“Keep this up there will be more than yourself you will be worried about.” Dirtheman threatened calmly, Daere studied his face while she thought’ he kept be using that to blackmail me still is he?I mean he was there when i broke it off with Solas, what more does he want?Does this have to do with back then?’

“Ir abelas Lord Dirtheman but no he didn't use blood magick..what he did felt..it felt stranger then what i had used on me, like i can't explain.”Daere admitted, she felt the bitterness leave her lips s he turned to Sylaise.Dirthamen asked calmly”What about the damages to her eye? How soon do you think it would be until i can show the others the benefits of controlling a veneration?”

“Dirtheman whatever plan you have this time i suggest you wait on it, do you realize what you stunt has caused?Fen'Harel is pissed that his sentinel is now going to be on trail because you didn't tell Anduril what was going on.”Sylaise slightly snapped at him,Daere shivered then sneezed while her eyes contured to burn.They looked at her as she added” Dirtheman if you plan to use her for anything i suggest you get her clothed and be more concerned of her getting sick, i don't think with someone born on Thedas she has the same immunity as we do.If you want my opinion have her under guard until she has some of her strength back”

“Forgive me for interrupting Lord Dirtheman...Lady Sylaise but if you wish to speak to Cecil about his..transgression don't you think he has been placed on the strappado for a little to long, i mean he has been up there since noon and it is almost nightfall.” Amatheon stated,Dirtheman turned to look at him then stated”Go on, if he is still breathin inform him i got more plan for him sonit is better…”

“I don't think you will have a chance to do anymore to him.”Daere replied calmly, slowly he turned to look at her an ask”And how would you know if i would have a chance or not to finish what i started?”

“You didn't hear a word he said?The mark looks pretty nasty and if what Eva explain to me was true how the veneration and the red lyrium ‘curses’ are different, your going to be cleaning up liquefied blood soon...if you don't have to already.”Daere tried to keep her own temper flaring up, she bowed her head slightly as she shivered again,Dirtheman quickly ordered”Hurry now, come back to me if what she says is true.”

“Yes Lord Dirtheman.”Amatheon nodded, slightly Dirtheman inquired”I would be wrong to assume you might know how to remove it if i need it gone.”

“Dirtheman i only know what your sentinel taught my brother, even then i don't think i can pull that as well as what you are expecting from me.”Daere growled,Sylaise inquired quickly”What is she talking about?”

“Something i forgot to inform the others about from his journals is the veneration is confirmed to be the one that attacked Anduril with her own summon animal.”Dirtheman admitted,Sylaise gasped then stated”Then that means Fen'Harel did lie to us..what are you going to do if Anduril finds out that the twin sister was a lie?”

“She isn't going to find out, not until i can prove it by getting her to summon the very same creature for our uses.”Dirtheman explained,Daere muttered”I swear i have no idea where to begin to try and do something like that, if you need a pride demon find but how the fuck and i to get something like what you wanted?”

“Simple i have already figured it out but it requires that i enhance your abilities with my own as a jump-start.”Dirtheman replied,Daere tilted her ear up in confusion as she thought ’And how the fuck are you going to do that.’

“you seem confused so i will explain the key thing i need from you.”Dirthamen stated,Daere inquired slightly then snapped”And what is this ‘key thing’ you need from me?Somehow i already don't like it.”

“Do i need to remind you of your place again.”Dirthamen growled,Daere clenched her teeth together as Sylaise replied”Dirtheman that is enough, i cannot keep healing her because you lost your temper.I am starting to side with Fen'Harel and say if she wants to go let her go we have other important matters to deal with and this is getting old.”

“Scathach is there any clean empty rooms down here or are all taken?”Dirtheman inquired, he kept his gaze on Daere as she shivered again,softly Scathach replied”There are a couple..but dont you want her up there so you can keep a better eye on her?”

“If i was going to have her up there would i have asked about a room under your watch?”Dirtheman snapped, slowly he slightly glazed at his sentinel as she turned her gaze and muttered”Forgive me sir just after what happen last time i didn't think you were serious of having her close to the ground…”

“Scathach if such a failure happens again i promise you i will strape you to the rack and allow the rats to eat your insides.”Dirthamen threatened,Daere closed her eyes and thought ‘How can they put up with this?”

“Right Lord Dirtheman there is one facing towards that village.”Scathach admitted in fear,Dirtheman demanded”Make certain there is absolutely no way for her to escape the room before she is sent there, understand?”

“Yes Lord Dirtheman.”Scathach replied nervously, she quickly left them as Dirthethman gaze followed then shifted while Sylaise asked calmly ”Is there anything else you need of me before i check on Anduril’s other handy work?”

“Is he still alive?”Daere slightly asked quietly then lowered her eyes, softly she wondered ’Why should i care if Craven is alive, just like Cecil and everyone else they didn't really care...or did they?”

“Barely but i think it would cause an issue with my sentinels if i allowed you to see him.”Sylaise replied,Daere lowered her head as she felt tears develop.She clenched her teeth together as she thought ‘Of course it will...it always does because i just can't do anything right..’

“It is alright why should i be bothered being concerned with that asshole.”Daere growled, she managed to hardened her gaze as she lifted her head.Daere could see the uneasiness in Eva eyes as she let out a silent sigh,Sylaise stated”Very well, Dirtheman tell me if there is any chances.”

“I will.”Dirtheman replied calmly,he rested his hand under her chin and studied her bare neck as Eva suggested softly”Forgive me Lady Sylaise but i know you are busy and i would like to offer my services here so you are not interrupted.”

“That is kind of you Eva but what business would you want with the veneration that nearly got your older brother killed.”Sylaise inquired sharply,Eva carefully stated”I know you are busy tending to the injured,so if something does happen i will already be here to help Lord Dirtheman if any others might need.”

“Dirtheman?”Sylaise inquired,Dirtheman stopped his hand just close to Daere ear as he replied”It is not my call Sylaise, if she wants to stay that is your decision.”

“I know it is i just dont want to find out that you decided to punish her for dropping a spoon like the last one i had to heal.”Sylaise growled through clenched teeth,Dirtheman stated while his thumb touched Daere lips”I told you already he wasn't minding his manners and i took care of it like it needed to be done.”

‘Please stop touching me like this.’Daere thought, she clenched her teeth together as she resisted the urge to lunge at him.Dirtheman pressed his thumb gently down then pulled his hand away as Scathach made her way back.She bowed and muttered softly”I check the room over twice, there is no possible way for her to leave without the others spotting her..you are going to put that collar on her before you leave..right?”

“Yes.”Dirtheman replied, carefully he placed the leathery gag over her mouth.Daere lightly bit down tasting the roughness of the raw hide,Sylaise remarked”Very well i will send her back down here with a few supplies.”

“i don't need to say anything to you do i?”Dirtheman growled,Daere didn't met his gaze as he started to walk her up the stairs.She could feel the nervousness fill the air while they headed down the hall,Daere could hear one of the sentinels muttered”Do you think we will fair better then the last ones she killed”

“Lord Dirtheman said it should be fine if we don't go near her room.”Another one stated softly, the first one remarked quietly as they turned the corner”I hate to admit this but i think i would want to put up with Anthony over this bitch that his lover spud out.”
“Don't listen to them.”Dirtheman remarked, she looked up at him oddly as Scathach stopped behind them.They could hear her state snapping ’What are you two doing…”

“Scathach will have them back in shape, if you are to fall into place with the others you are not to mind what they say or do.”Dirthamen stated causing Daere to narrowed her eyes at him, she wondered ‘why would it matter to him?He made it clear that i was going to be nothing more than a tool.’

“Fen'Harel was right about one thing even if i want to see something more useful.”Dirthamen stated,Daere thought ‘it almost sounds like he has a heart and reconsidering this.’

“I am willing to make a deal with you.”Dirtheman stated calmly, slowly they came to a stop as she looked at him with confusion.Softly he admitted “if you keep this up, i will give you this place to run.”

‘Excuse me?’Daere eyes widen in confusion, gently he removed the gag while he stated”You hear me, despite my lashing out i think this would be a fitting punishment for someone that hates following instructions.This way as i re-educate you from everything you have learned from your life, it would lessen Scathach duties as well.She will be sent back with me once i know you wont need a babysitter to watch you.”

“Now just wait a minute, what makes you think i will be ok with this?”Daere snapped,Dirtheman threatened slightly”If you know what is good for you then you will be thankful i am considering to allow this, i could allow you to suffer like your ‘family friend’ but i see it will bring nothing for either of us.”

“Don’t compare me with him in you don't want your nut sack roasted under the yule fire.”Daere threatened softly,Dirthamen replied softly”I am going to let that slide mostly because i got to know, haven't you consider what it is like to have people force to respect you?”

“Does it matter?Wait no...i..i don't think so…”Daere remarked softly,Dirtheman stated as he moved forward”You have never once wonder how it felt having others forced into your own will?Certainly you should be tired of being everyone's doormat.”

“Dirtheman wouldn't that include you as well.”Daere remarked suddenly causing Dirtheman to stopped in his tracks, he smirked then stated”there is no way to get away from answering to me but i can make life a little more comfortable if you just stop resisting.Think about it a castle with some of my best elven sentinels under your command, there will be a few servants to help keep the weapons sharp and the food supplies fresh but all you have to do is be a good veneration and stop being disrespectful.”

“Do you think that is wise offering someone you consider a threat this much power?”Daere inquired sharply,Dirtheman stated calmly”We both know it won't end well if you try to take my sentinels from under my control, the choice as always has been yours.”

‘How is any of this really freedom? One thing is clear i can't be out there but still.. ’Daere wondered, softly she stated”Since we are talking and not biting at each others head, or in your case blackmailing me like you did can i ask does this include any nightly surprises or can i sleep with ease?”

“chances are with ease unless duty calls.”Dirtheman replied,Daere inquired softly as she lowered her head”What about the cells...if i am going to keep things in order here, am i supposed to be responsible for those who are brought here?”

“if your talking about over seeing what goes down there only if i have Scathach assigned somewhere else, besides don't you want to get revenge on Cecil?”Dirtheman inquired, he rested his hand under her chin forcing her to look at him.Daere replied softly” He deserves it but i dont think i can…”

“Think about it there is no rush since your not going anywhere anytime soon, but don't take too long if he is in a bad shape as you claim”Dirtheman stated calmly, his hand stroked under her chin gently causing a unnatural shiver to travel down her spine.Daere swallowed nervously as Scathach rejoined them, softly she remarked ’Ir abelas Lord Dirtheman.”

“do you not check the well of your prisoners?”Daere inquired quietly,Dirtheman stated while he pulled a small knife from his side. Scathach watched in alarm, slightly she uttered out her concern”Lord Dirtheman is this even wise?I mean the last time…”

“Scathach you two didn't do as i ask the least that needs to be done is to allow her to have some decency the rest of the way there, you should be gracious i am not having you and Amatheon out for public humiliation.”Dirtheman growled, he paused then added as she felt the rope loosen and fall from her side”Look at how exhausted she is?Do you honestly think after these past few weeks she would be stupid enough to try anything?”

“Do you really want an answer to that Lord Dirtheman.”Scathach replied dryly, she studied Daere as she covered her upper body and shivered again.Dirtheman glared at Scathach, he let another growl while he stated”Scathach if she accepts what is offered your place will be back with myself where is is needed, you wont have to deal with the local shemlens much longer or do you wish to conture your post here?”

“No sir i would not but i would not lend something like this to someone who can't survive a day because her..”Scathach growled,Daere lowered her head and sighed as he snapped”That is why you are to show her how things are run.”

“Can we please move before you have another problem on you hands.”Daere muttered through her teeth, she didn't hide her angry at them while they looked at her.Dirtheman stated”Of course, after Scathach leads you to the spare room she will make certain you get something warm to wear and to eat.”

“yes lord Dirtheman...you are still going to put that thing around her neck must i remind you?”Scathach growled through her teeth, Dirtheman replied”your right Scathach i cannot ignore that.”

“Could we please reconsider this collar idea?”Daere groan through her chattering teeth,Dirtheman replied as he hilted the small blade”No after everything you have done to my place i should have considered it sooner but then Fen'Harel would have questioned why i needed to begin with.”

“But you didn't even know anything about me expect i might have flash you my breasts back then!”Daere snapped,Dirtheman remarked” it doesn't have to take for a woman of the same species of our people to flash me their body for me to see something i want, you just happen to make it easier despite pissing me off with the stunt you and that flat ear pulled.”

“His name is Zevran and he is not a flat ear you ugly son of a…”Daere sneered but could not finish,Scathach roughly placed the gag back in place then turned her head to look at Dirtheman as she pressed”Lord Dirtheman please if you are going to put it on now is the best time, i don't think she is as ‘exhausted’ as you presented. In fact i think she is starting to get warmed up and you might have to as Falon’Din to arrange another funeral service.”

“What!?!”Daere muffled screamed, she tried to move forward with no avail as Scathach quickly pressed her sore back against the cold stone walls.Without a word while she better covered her body with the torn outfit, Daere watched in silence as he pulled out a runic etched leather collar.With a sigh she thought ‘ does this guy breath nothing but leather?’

“lift your chin up and make this easy on us.”Dirtheman ordered,Daere rolled her eyes then lift her chin up.It didn't take long until after he tighten the clasp did she start to hear a slight buzz ringing inside her head, lightly he explained”You can still use your abilities but only with my command, i have already enhanced it enough so no one else but myself can release you.If you disobey expect the pain to be ten times worse then what i have done just using the sigil, i assume you have questions how it works.”

‘Is it possible i can't just shove this up your ass where it belongs?’Daere wondered, she glared at then as Scathach slightly lifted the gag enough for her to speak.Softly Daere responded”No i don't have any questions i just want to rest.”

“very well,Scathach i will check on this place later i need to see how the others are holding.”Dirtheman remarked, the gag was place back without Daere throwing much a fuss. Scathach replied calmly while she started to lead Daere down the hall as the days last rays started to sink from the skies”Don’t rush or hesitant to pull me from this place if Lord Elgar'nan's needs me to assist with the raid”

Chapter Text

‘I guess i am back to this… just watching the world pass me by. ‘Daere thought sadly,the loose elven shirt clung to her body as she looked over the passing hills at the city of Wycome. The streetlamps danced dimly as she could hear Scathach sneer in the hall “Eva if there is nothing wrong with her why are you here this late? “

“Lady Sylaise had allow me to stay or have you forgotten? “Eva snapped back while she unlocked the door, Scathach muttered under her breath“No sadly i haven't forgotten but i wish Lord Dirtheman would allow me to dispose of the thing he brought. “

“If he is the one to refuse to let her out of his grasp,Lord Dirtheman apparently sees her as one of us.The sooner you accept it the better you will feel trust me.”Eva stated as she made her way inside,Daere didn't hide her annoyance while an unsettled growl escaped her lips “What do you want. “

“I figured you might needed something to relax for the night.”Eva remarked softly, she turned her head to the small table then asked in curiosity “why haven't you touched anything that they gave you? Certainly you must be starving.“

“I wasn't hungry.”Daere admitted, with weary she watched Eva carry a small silver tray over to the small table.She placed it down and set out one of the cups then reached out to pick up the kettle, carefully she poured the hot tea into the tea cup.The aroma quickly filled the air as the smell of lavender filled Daere’s nostrils, her mouth watered slightly while she asked softly”How bad is it?”

“The food? It isn't bad..”Eva stated, she paused then looked up at Daere.Carefully she placed the kettled back onto the tray then picked up the tea cup as she made her way over to Daere, Eva looked at Daere and asked” you were not talking about the food where you? “

“No.. but i bet it is better then what Taliesin last gave me. “Daere admitted,Eva held out the tea cup and replied “If it brings you any comfort when they brought in my brother,Fen'Harel had a red mark on his face.”

“I thought sentinels were not supposed to attack their respective..but then i thought he was against slavery. “Daere remarked softly,Eva replied as she held the tea cup out “That depends, but the one thing the two agreed upon was you are a danger if left unchecked.Since Dirtheman already in properly put a sigil on you,Fen'Harel thought this would be better since you drop him on the battlefield.”

“isn't it childish for him to do that?What threat am i?I mean people keep saying i bark more than i should..even you admitted this “Daere replied,Eva sigh softly while Daere took the fragile cup.She looked down at it then brought it up to her nose,Eva replied”it is safe to drink you know but to answer your question you have to remember they do have the power to do whatever they want even if you might see it is ‘childish’...even when you don't help push their hand”

“At least when i got in trouble they just left me tied outside after a beating.”Daere admitted, slowly she bought the tea up to her lips and greedily drank as Eva stated”You consider our goddess and gods cruel but see nothing no trouble being tied to a tree like a rabi beast?Really explain this?”

“There was once i did threaten to call upon them but that resulted a much harsher punishment that i thought i was going to die from.”Daere admitted, the warm liquid passed down her throat while she lowered her cup.Eva just stare in disbelief how calm and collected she came off while she repeat”Please explain to me how our gods and goddess are cruel if you were beaten to death almost by one of our own?why didn't you conture we would had taken care of…”

“Dirtheman already admitted he was planning to kill them so what difference does it make?Besides Cecil had shown me we had the right to hide from them.”Daere admitted,Eva shifted her weight.Softly she asked”what did you see exactly?”

“i don't know who or if he was one of them but i remember the gentleman had a his hair in a bun inside a crown burning a small group of the people as the fled.”Daere admitted,Dirtheman voice filled the air causing the two women to look in the doorway”Sounds like you had already met father, tell me when was this?”

“Lord Dirtheman.”Eva remarked calmly, slowly she stepped then bowed as he stopped.Daere opened her mouth then slowly closed it upon seeing the familiar coldness. Carefully she placed the half drunken tea on the windowsill, with ease she looked at him while he demanded”Well are you forgetting something?”

‘If i keep this up there won't be an end.’Daere thought as she kept her stance,Dirtheman studied her face.Without looking away he ordered”Eva i think it is better you step out, maybe see how Cecil is doing since you staying here.”

“Of course Lord Dirtheman.”Eva replied slightly, she gave Daere a worried look before walking out of the room.She flinched as his hand soft up and touched a strand of her dark brown hair, softly he spoke”I see you manage to get the salt and grim out of you hair, now what was this you were asking about with Eva?”

“If you know then why ask?”Daere inquired sharply causing Dirtheman to gripped her hair tightly, softly he growled as he pulled her head to the side”What did i tell you about manners, or do we need a trip back downstairs.”

“Dirtheman we both know that wont be happening.”Daere stated trying to keep her nerve,Dirtheman lowered his voice “ oh and what makes you think that?i could pull you by the hair…”

“You wouldn't be able to get past the hall before you ‘manhood’ decides to make an appearance.”Daere replied, Dirtheman studied her face then muttered”So you did noticed i see, but it doesn't matter you need to be taught your place something Fen'Harel seem to have forgotten about.”

“It doesn't matter?Come Dirtheman clearly it does matter even i can see you can't bare somethings.”Daere stated, Dirtheman studied her face then demanded as he uncomfortably changed the subject.”Why are you not eating what I ordered them to bring you?”

“It is a little too rich for my taste and i really didn't want to be accused of stealing from someone that calls himself a god, beside even Fen’Harel didn't go this far to try to impress me.” Daere replied allowing the words to slip out,Dirtheman remarked”Because as the wild child among us he doesn't know the proper way to court a young woman, he thinks if he shows you a few tricks you will be wooed under his feet like the other servants that bare their breasts to him.”

“And your saying your any different?You had me whipped by your sentinel that wants me dead, then you keep placing your hand over my throat.”Daere growled,Dirtheman trailed his hand towards her cheek.Softly he muttered”For me to sleep with you is a sin yet a darker one while you lay wasting in the wolf's shadow, he will never change but what i have offered the others will be force to see there is an end.”

“Dirtheman..”Daere remarked softly,his hands trailed back to her lips causing her to feel the same uneasiness from before.Her eyes darted to his side looking for the handle blade from his small dagger, he left out a groan and stated”Tell me why is it you end up with him to begin with?what is it you elven women see?”

“If you want my honest question i don't know, i thought he was a gently kind soul but the more i sit back i realized what a fool i am.His company is ok but i don't like the idea sharing him...that is just not how true love works.”Daere remarked, she wondered while he stepped forward’ if i can reach his blade i can give him a matching scar i gave his brother.’

“I know what you are thinking of doing and i had it removed before coming down here.”Dirtheman admitted, Daere felt the windows bars press on her sore back.She could feel the change of his aura as he grabbed one of her hands, his teeth bite down gently while he used the tip of his tongue to lick her.Without thinking she blurted”You like things rough don't you?”

“Love making isn't done right if you're still able to cause a domino effect.”Dirtheman admitted,Daere pulled her hand away then quickly snapped”Now just wait this fucking minture, what makes you think i would sleep with you?”

“well seeing it annoys the veneration down in my cells i think that is once plus, besides i don't think you will be having anytime with Fen'Harel to take care of your needs.”Dirtheman replied,Daere stated”Why would you say that?We are not together anymore.”

“Then it should not be a problem to start getting your body use to my touches.”Dirtheman replied,Daere threatened quickly”those words you just used i promise will be the last thing you say.”

“That is right that, because of your ptsd i need to approach this a little more lightly.”Dirtheman remarked,Daere mocked softly”What would you know about ptsd syndrome?Your self proclaimed ‘god’ who shouldn't have to suffer from it.”

“We both know you're not a fool, but all of us even if a few won't admit suffer from some type of form.”Dirtheman admitted, he walked away from her and made his way over towards the bed. .Daere watched while he sat down, the covers crumbled as he rested his hands over his face.She narrowed her eyes in suspension at him while she started to wonder ‘What game is he playing?’

“you can let your guard down, true i will punish you if it is needed but i am no fool.”Dirtheman remarked,Daere tilted her ear in curiosity.Slowly she walked over to him as she asked” you have the proof you need why haven't you exposed what Mythal and Fen'Harel are up to?Why did you allow him that army of those hybrids?”

“I might hate Fen'Harel but i would do anything to protect my mother Mythal, i know she wouldn't allow Fen'Harel to fall so to help strengthen her protection for those people and to save the lives of many what choice would i have?The deal was the lives of many for one simple lost veneration,Fen'Harel as i explained didn't understand he was just going to let those abilities of yours go to waste.”Dirthamen admitted,Daere thought to herself ‘careful he could be playing coil.’

“So it was preplanned, this wasn't a last minute choice while Anduril readied herself for a hunt?”Daere inquired,Dirtheman replied”I told him if you were to run once more and to be left uncheck i would be stepping in.”

“Because you knew.”Daere replied softly while she stopped in front of him,Dirtheman wasted no time resting his hands on her waist and brought her close to him.They eyes locked as he remarked”I promise i won't make the same moves Fen'Harel did when he brought you into our world, things like what he wanted takes time.”

“Why are you telling me this?”Daere slightly whispered,Dirtheman didn't answer as he allowed a small smirk to play upon his lips.He leaned forward then placed his mouth on the edge of the front of her pants, with a slight tug he used his teeth at the seams as Daere eyes went wide then narrowed.She raised her hand then swung down only for him to grab her wrist, softly he growled while he brought her roughly onto the bed”You shouldn't have done that.”

“Your the one using their teeth to try and undress me, what happened to ‘it takes time’ bullshit?”Daere snapped slightly,Dirtheman placed himself behind her then started to slowly grind his growing bulge against Daere covered mounds as his chest rested on her sore back.He pinned her wrist onto the bed then muttered”I do plan to take my time but that doesn't mean we cant explore our chances.”

“And what is it do you have in mind for exploring?”Daere inquired feeling her own annoyance grow,Dirtheman replied”Seeing how my brother is currently busy i wouldn't mind testing to see how much pressure you can take.”

“How much pressure i can take?”Daere repeat, she quickly regretted her words as his finger pressed between her buttocks. A soft growl escaped her lips”Why?Of all the places you can grab at you start messing with my asshole.”

“It is one place that Fen'Harel has not stuck his cock in yet, of course normally i would lubricant my fingers with your nectar before doing this.”Dirtheman slightly groan, he paused slightly then stated”But then i don't see myself stopping with my fingers.”

‘“Dirtheman get off.”Daere growled, she could feel her angry stir as he looked up towards her hands, softly he replied while letting her go” the last thing i need is for you to destroy this bed trying to attack me.”

“You think i will fail?”Daere inquired sharply, Dirtheman sat back keeping his body close behind her.She turned to face to him with her palm extended ready to strike him at a given second while he answered”You haven't succeeded taking any one of us down so i am aware this won't end in your favor.”

“There is always the first time.”Daere replied calmly, she felt a tingle from where the collar rested upon her neck.The mist she had managed to control on the bedspread slowly vanished from her finger, she looked down baffled by the sudden shift in her own abilities as he stated “Good to know it still works.”

“You did that to test your collar out?”Daere inquired angrily, he replied “Yes i was afraid since your mother is of unknown origins i had to make certain i was able to control you without using up any of my spells. “

‘He really is taking extra measures this time, which means i need to figure out a different method to work around this.’ Daere thought,she took a breath as Dirtheman inquired “What no threats this time da'len? I have expect some retaliation from you. “

“Dirtheman my body tends to respond differently depending my mood and situation. “Daere admitted, Dirtheman replied calmly while he studied the elven woman in front of him“i wondered if i was going to see this side of you. “

“I am assuming you wish that i take care of your problem.”Daere remarked as she looked down back to Dirtheman bulge,her eyes drifted back to his face while he stated”It would be much appreciated.”

“Seeing you wont leave me alone i guess i might as well help you.”Daere replied,she allowed one of her hands to touch the front of his pants while he started to let out a pleasuring groan. Daere tilted her ear up with amusement as she watched him, softly he remarked” why do you seem so shocked?”

“I am not this just proves i am right how you are mortal just like myself.”Daere admitted,Dirtheman replied as he moved her hand within his pants.”This proves nothing to your theory, even as an immortal we do have our needs but i am wondering how open you will be with me or i am going to wait much longer than Fen’Harel.”

“is it wrong of me to admit you are going to have to earn your place in my book if you want me to stripe down for you after you had me beaten by your sentinel .”Daere replied calmly without blinking, Dirtheman chuckled slightly as he leaned in over her.Softly he replied”It was just a love tap compared to how i have them treat the others, i think you owe me after everything i have done for you to have at least one night to show you who is a better lover.”

“i thought flashing tits didn't play in my favor.”Daere remarked with a slight innocence,Dirtheman muttered while he pinned her back on the bed.”it doesn't, sex between us don't mean anything for either of us just a way for myself and you to enjoy some of the simple pleasure since that is what we live for.”

“What makes you think i want that?”Daere weakened her tone, Dirtheman leaned in and kissed her neck as he whispered”Because if you didn't you would have already taken the offer Fen'Harel gave you and settled down with your life despite everything I had said.”

‘Is he right?’Daere wondered, she could feel his lips brush against her skin.Softly she remarked”The last time i did this to anyone…”

“You don't have to worry my pet like i said your body is my tool to use like it has always been, Fen'Harel just got in the way.”Dirthamen implied,Daere felt a whisper echo in mind as she felt a strange vibration serge through her body.She could feel her own arousal starting to perk, quickly she turned her head and swallowed, softly Dirtheman asked “What is the matter?”

“Nothing.”Daere remarked weakly, Dirtheman pressed his body against hers allowing his bulge to caress the seams of her pants.Softly he remarked”I can feel the heat radiating off your body, are you certain you don’t want me to take care of that?”

“I don't want your cock touching any part of my body.”Daere growled as she fought the urge to spit in his face,softly Dirtheman replied while he let her arms go”You will in time, and when you do I will be ready.”

“Got fuck yourself.”Daere snapped, Dirtheman crawled off the edge of her bed then made his way his way out.She hugged herself tightly as a shuddered ran through her body, it didn't take long after he locked the door upon his departure Dirtheman order”Scathach come with me please.”

“but the veneration…”Scathach started to plea, Dirtheman snapped”She will be fine for a few minutes of your time,we won't be far if she does decide to try something and leave.”

‘Creators i hate him.’Daere thought while she grabbed a pillow, she threw it across the room as the two footsteps left the front of her door.

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‘If they do nightly watch like this how did the veneration penetrate this castle in the first place?’Daere wondered while observing the sentinels walking their ground, she held her breath as a couple made their way towards her.Pressing her back against the cold stone walls she could her one of them state softly”what do you think about what Dirtheman is doing while the others are planning to assault Mythal's temple?”

“Does it matter?There was a reason that clan was wipe out to begin with, i don't think what he is planning would improve anything but the she had manage to take out a few of our own ”the other muttered,Daere swallowed then held her breath as the first contured”it should, if he is right that means there has to be more that the venerations haven't discovered.And what if they do?From what i heard there is a connection between Sarffs clan and Fen’Harel orb he carries, if that is the case then shouldn't we kill her before she escapes again and heads back to help them?You know that will just bring back those demons like Daeth’nal wanted.”

“Dirtheman believes we can end this and bring them to heel or are you starting to doubt our god?”the second growled, Daere thought as she felt herself not able to hold her breath much longer ’At this rate i might as well set this whole place on fire, hurry and move dammit.’

“No i don't doubt him but alot of his actions are getting some of us concerned, especially when it comes to Fen’Harel.They have been plotting a lot recently, and it bothers me he is encouraging us to lie to the other divines.”the first replied, the second started to move away and remarked “Don't think about any of it, unless you want to disappear like the others.”

‘not really bright for sentinels when the could have just turned around, but even if most are active this seems to easy.”Daere wondered, she narrowed her gaze while watching them head up the steps. Slowly she turn the direction they had left and muttered “If what they are saying is true then i might have to speak with him after all since he knows more than i do about my family, i wish that wasn't the case though.”

‘What did they mean by there was more things in common?And what is so important about Solas orb,i know what was mentioned how she helped locked the demons away but should it matter who touches it?’Daere wondered, she walked down the dim light hall as the collar caused her more discomfort.With ease she rested her hand on the base, she groan while tilting her head slightly while muttering”I think before any questions and body dismemberment i'm going to put this thing on him and see how he likes it.”

“Brother how long has it been since we have been able to have time for ourselves.”Falon’Din voice remarked caused her to pause in her tracks,Daere looked to the side and realize one of the doors were opened.She wondered ‘If he didn't said anything i wouldn't have noticed the door, how often does Falon’Din come here anyways?’

“You might as well make it easy and come in. “Dirtheman voice spoke up from behind the door,Daere swallowed roughly then started to walk back.He growled not moving from the room”i was command you if i must, stop stalling. ”

“Good morning Dirtheman, and i see Falon’Din has came to pay a visit how lovely.”Daere chirped while making her way inside,Falon’Din crossed his arms in front of his chest while Dirtheman remarked”What have i told you about how you are to address us?”

“would you like my honest opinion?”Daere inquired, she studied the two evanuris as he replied”Knowing you if i answer yes we will be back to square one with your injuries, i have wasn't enough time so i'm willing to let it slide for now.”

“You really shouldn't, give me a few minutes with her and i will have her begging for mercy like last time.”Falon’Din growled,Daere shifted her attention to him sharply.She snapped as Dirtheman made his way too her.”Yes about that i still owe you a death sentence after what you did with my brother you good for nothing..”

“That is enough out of you.”Dirtheman ordered, he rested his hand on her cheek, his thumb gently caressed small strains of her hair as she slowly looked at him.Daere felt a slight tingling sensation and demanded”What are you doing?”

“im returning what was lost to you, you are useless the way you are now.”Dirtheman calmly explained, Daere nearly snapped while trying to walk back”That isn't possible, even if he wasn't successful making me a tranquil there is absolutely no way..”

“It is my spell he stole among a few other things, I know what i am doing and if you doubt me have you forgotten how i manage to turn off your gifts temporally?” Dirtheman growled, he wrapped his arm around her waist as Falon’Din stated” Dirtheman i trust you know what you are doing, because it seems to me your having trouble.”

“Falon’Din shut up, you had seen why she is needed for our use, killing her isn't an opinion.”Dirtheman remarked sharply, Daere struggled slow to a stopped, Dirtheman eyes started to shine while he muttered”Fen’Harel might have been afraid to keep you under control while you were within his grasp, but i will do what is necessary now stop resisting.”

“I am just saying a few broken bones can solve your problem.”Falon’Din remarked coldly,Dirtheman growled a he placed his hand back on her cheek”Falon’Din the only thing i want you to do is witness what i am doing then inform Elgar’nan, i know you still have not forgiving her from stabbing you but that again was your stupid fault for not waiting.”

”Dirtheman, i know what my purpose is being here but there is no possible way what Anthony did could be undone.Even if you had manage what makes you think i can control some creature i barely even know about,dæmons hardly listen to me.”Daere heard her own voice slur, her mind set started to shift through a fog as she wondered ‘ is this what they meant?’

“You have nothing to fear.”Dirtheman reassured, the ground felt like it was moving under her feet.Barely she could hear him added ”Try not to lose consciousness, the last thing i need is you getting injured again because we needed to defend ourselves”

“don't to this..”Daere voice fall flat as the familiar buzzing consumed her body, she kept her gaze upon his eyes and watch as the faint glow vanish from his pupils. Falon’Din voice could barely be heard ”These marks, you were right Dirtheman i am sorry i did doubt you. Who knew after all these centuries they would reappear, which makes me wonder oif the veneration will go out of their way to replace her.”

“I don't see that is the case since Sarff clan did work with the dwarves Fen’Harel took the heart from,go ahead and let Elgar’nan know what you have witness, soon he will have further results.”Daere could barely hear Dirtheman say,she blinked slowly and wondered weakly ‘this can't be possible...this has to backfire on him, shouldn't it? I mean the damage should not have permit.’

“Nothing is beyond my repair with my power.”Dirtheman voice seemed to have drifted into her thoughts, the room started to darkened around as around her“Open your eyes, look at me and tell me how does it feel being whole again,”
“Dirtheman i won't warn you again the next time you lay your hands on me or even consider attempting i will kill you.”Daere heard herself threatened weakly upon feeling herself gain control of her own body,Dirtheman inquired sharply“You really think you can substantial this power without me, you really think i don't know what made that clan to fall? You have so much questions within that very head of your and i am the only one that can answer, so instead of being a bitch you should thank me.”

“Your right but you make it so hard to even consider asking because of your actions, if you know so much then tell me or at least tell me where you keep the records.”Daere stated,Dirtheman replied not losing his grip”You are not going to find any records, in fact when we thought we wiped the last of Sarff people from the face of the earth we had everyone forget about them just like we had tried with the venerations.You at least reminded me how much of a pai in the ass they were but at least you had not discovered how to shatter the eluvian with a touch.”

“Somehow shattering mirrors while all of you are in the heavens don't sound like a bad thing.”Daere stated feeling something hard on her back,Dirtheman replied quickly”That wouldn't stop us from coming down here but it is a way to piss us off having to waste the mana, don't get any ideas or the next beating you receive won't be so light.”

“You called what your sentinel did was light?Pouring ice salt water on fresh cuts…”Daere nearly snapped, Dirtheman pressed his thumb on her lips then muttered” I could have ordered her to seat you in a chair while rats tear into your flesh trying to escape the heat of her fire spell or would you have preferred i strap you in a boat forcing you to indulge yourself with honey and milk only to have your flesh eaten away by maggots after you shit yourself. ”

“I have heard of fuck up ways to torment a prisoner but that is disgusting Dirtheman.”Daere replied as she stared at him in disbelief causing Dirtheman smile softly. He replied softly”I do my job well when it is needed, if you wish to know why then i can tell you. Elgar’nan is the one to order the execution when we began to raise to power, so you are not wrong we are not truly gods but we do have our methods to stay alive. Seeing how Anthony went to this extent to hide this it does raise the question if there are more, but then i am not too worried.”

“You just admitted i was right...why?”Daere demanded, Dirtheman pressed his body closer to hers.He lowered his head to her neck while he muttered”It is simple, even if it is a weakness to your people it can also be the source of your strengths. The one thing i doubt anyone of you realize just like lyrium can be a drug to the shemlen templars , that sweet after taste you leave could be compared to that.”

“does it have to do with your own suffering?”Daere asked feeling a slight dread filling her senses ,he muttered“You don't realize what you do to a mage when you take traces of there mana just so you can cast certain spells, i have slept with women just for the only sake to try and forget the taste but still it is there...always.”

“Dirtheman..please step away from me, I'm not a replacement to whatever you lost.”Daere growled, he gently scraped the base of her neck then pause as he admitted “I don't expect you to be, but it does sickens me thinking Fen’Harel stumbled on you first after i had tasted what you could offer.The veneration might see you as our end and their Eva to a new beginning of a dark era, but i see it as a way to unite the divided ancient elves after we have been warring for so long.”
“Does it really affect you mages that badly?”Daere muttered, she could feel her heartbeat racing as his lips teased her neck once more , slowly he pulled back too reply “yes, more than you could imagine and i wish i had the both of you within my possession.”

“If Falon’Din didn't…”Daere’s words fall short upon closing her eyes,Dirtheman let out a slight frustrated growl “That is not what i meant, true Anthony spawn out a powerful mage with her but Darcy still would have been weaker than the both of you.”

“Dirtheman, what are you talking about?” Daere murmured feeling herself starting to lose her sense, he pressed on of his hands under her blouse. Slowly he pulled his face back to look at her as he muttered “i can't blame Anthony for you not knowing this, it is the reason why Cecil must have kept his mouth for so long despite he did turned against Sarff.”

‘Has he lost it too?’ Daere wondered feeling his hand gripping gently on one of her breast, she bite her tongue then grabbed his arm.Trying her best to igt te urges that grew she glared at him, before she could utter a threat Scathach voice filled the room “you assist seems to be needed Lord Dirtheman, shall i take her to her room? “

“no this will give him the chance to see for himself, what is the real reason you choos to interrupt me Scathach ”Dirtheman demanded with a hint of annoyance,Scathath finally snapped as she withdrawn her ninjatō “Lord Dirtheman i have never refused anything, even under Nimue command but she...you can't, how can you choose someone that murdered one of our own?Especially since Nimue was...”

“Scathach, what is it you think you are doing?”Dirtheman growled, he turned his head to look at her,Daere could feel the rage building as Scathach paused and growled “Lord Dirtheman if you sleep with her…I will take actions of my own.”
“Scathach, i don't plan to share my bed with him.”Daere managed to remark, slowly her sense returned as his spell started to fade ,Scathach ignored her and threatened “ Lord Dirtheman if you even think i would let these people be ruled under her i will..”

“Lock Scathach in the dungeon i will deal with her when i know she is calm down”Dirtheman ordered,two sentinels nervously looked within the room from the open door. Slowly they crept in
and lead her out as she shouted“You will regret this, do you hear me i would rather see her dead them bow to her”

“Now where was i?”Dirtheman inquired, he looked back at Daere. Angrily she stated”You were going to say you were done and let me go, preferably allowing me to get my bearings around this place.”

“Nice try but no.” Dirtheman replied, he squeezed her breast once roughly causing Daere to flinch.He remarked softly noticing the discomfort “i thought as much time you were with Taliesin you might have grown some pain tolerance, no matter i hear after a while those were against it soon enjoy it. “

“Are all of you a sadist?” Daere inquired in slight fear, Dirtheman smirked slightly. He pressed himself harder against her body letting out a slight satisfaction groan.Daere struggled to push him away only to realized feeling his member harden between her womanhood, panic quickly set in as she thought 'not this… not again.. i..’

“Tell me why are you resisting me when you open up too him “Dirtheman growled in frustration, slowly he pulled away from her. He pinned her arms roughly against the wall as he muttered “i won't… but they will expect something from you soon.”
“Dirtheman?”Daere inquired softly noticing the guilt crossing his eyes, carefully he let go of her.The two could hear the sound of armor approaching down the halls while he remarked”Watch what you say around my father, i am certain even you have heard the stories of his wrath.”

“Your speaking of Elgar’nan?”Daere inquired, a chill ran through her spine as he answered”Yes, just look down if you need too. The last thing i need is another war with him again when it is bad enough he has already done so with Mythal over those people.”

“Dirtheman tell me why Scathach didn't greet us?”A rough voice inquired,Daere closed her eyes upon his presence.She could hear Dirtheman reply as she cover her arms over her body from the dark aura that started to spread through the small room.”She disobey an order and threatened Daere while i tried to convince her what is too happen.”

“ very well let me see the progress of what she can do.”Elgar’nan demanded,Daere slowly opened her eyes and look at him. She studied his silver shoulder length hair then shift her attention to the male sentinel by his side, a bear helmet covered his hair but in her mind something told her ‘He must be Amon...his aura is no different then Elgar’nan.’

“Vhenan if they want proof then i can do what it is necessary so you don't look like a fool.”Daere replied calmly, she touched his arm gently causing him to look at her in shock.Slightly he nodded and spoke “It is still early to tell if there is any changes, why don't you go to mingle with the others in Wycome while we talk.”

“you are going to allow her to leave after everything she has done?”Elgar’nan demanded,softly his sentinel spoke”Lord Elgar’nan, i can see the concern and why i would like to offer my service and watch her.If she does anything wrong i am certain Lord Dirtheman wouldn't mind her missing her legs or an arm if she did try anything.”

“What do you say Elgar’nan?She hasn't had a moments peace and i figure this would encourage her." Dirtheman slightly pressed,Elgar’nan glared at his eldest son then looked at Daere.With a slight threat he order”Very well, we have much to discuss without her interference anyways.”

“It has to do with Fen’Harel?”Dirtheman inquired,Elgar’nan nodded his head while keeping his glances towards Daere.Dirtheman turned to her, he kissed her on the cheek.With a slight murmur Dirtheman stated”Mind your actions and we will discuss things further later.”

“I will.”Daere replied softly, slowly she made her way past Elgar’nan.She could feel his cold icy gaze follow them until they had reached the bottom of the steps.The sun's light started to shine from above them but no warm covered her body as she replayed the events that had conspired, without warning Amon remarked”i think it would be a wonderful gift from the two of you to hand over Fen’Harel bloodied head on a plate to Lord Elgar’nan don't you think?I mean after all Taliesin head looks like it is starting to get lonely.”

‘ Taliesin?She can't be..I just saw her not to long ago,is he trying to provoke me?’Daere wondered, slowly she looked at him and noticed the coldness in his eyes.Calmly she lied “Why are you telling me this, they mean nothing to me.”

“I thought you would like to know of her fate, after all you did sleep with her did you not?”He pressed, Daere shrugged her shoulders with a slight mutter”Why should it bother me, people die after all.”
“Cold, i see why Dirtheman seems to have been drawn to you.”Amon remarked with a hint of interest ,she brushed him off as the two fall silent heading up the steps.Her mind drifted thinking about Taliesin, slightly she wondered in a panic ’She can't be dead...if she is, how will Solas going to handle this?Is this my fault as well?’

“Are you just going to stand there or have you decided your better off within these walls?”Amon demanded, Daere looked at him oddly then at the sentinels by the open gate.She blinked before speaking”No i wish to go.”

‘This might be the last time i even see the others anyways so i might as well take advantage of this opportunity, this will also give me a chance to see how far the blight had spread before they had stopped that blighted creature ’Daere thought with slight sadness,Amon nodded his head then throw a cloak at her. He replied calmly “Put this on, you don't want anyone questioning those marks do you?”

“I guess you're right, how long before they fade away?”Daere inquired,she slipped into the warm close as he answered”Don't know this is the first time we even seem them this dark, maybe the reaction is because of the fact that you have the poison of the void running lose through your veins.”

‘Not that shit again, why should it matter where i withdraw my magick from.’Daere thought bitterly to herself, she fixed the sleeves then looked at him.Trying to keep her tongue under control she replied”I’m ready when you are.”

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‘We should be there by now shouldn't we?’ Daere wondered, she looked around the thick forest as the sun rise higher into the sky.Most of the sickened trees layed scattered on the ground burnt from what she had assumed from Dirtheman own cleaning party, softly she spoke“Amon.”

“if you need to take a piss just hold it, if your tired suck it up I’m not stopping.”Amon growled, slightly she pressed as she contured to follow close by “Not that, i was wondering if you could maybe remove this thing around my neck.”

“Give me one sane reason why i should even consider that request.”Amon sneered, he stopped then slowly turned his gaze towards her with coldness in his eyes, Daere took a breath trying to ignore the hateful stare radiating from the opening of his helmet.She replied“Well seeing that my future is looking bleak and i will be stick with Dirthamen much longer than i intend to, should that be a good enough reason not to draw attention from the outside world?”

“That isn't a sane enough reason, for all i know you are setting me up so close that mouth of yours before i cut out your tongue just to make it easier for him not to listen to you complain .”Amon threatened,Daere tilted her ear up slightly trying to understand the justification.Softly she asked “Do you really think he would appreciate you doing so?The threats alone i am certain would get you into trouble”

“If i am ordered otherwise i suggest you shut the fuck up, or so help me i will then we will see if he approves do you understand?”Amon threatened, he unhilted his katana quickly, he pressed the tip of the blade close under her chin.Daere nervously stated”I wasn't trying to set you off Amon, you can put the blade away. Can't you just give me a simple answer without getting aggressive?”

“No so don't ask me again about removing what Dirtheman placed on you, do you understand?”Amon sneered,Daere nodded as he studied her while she back up.Daere stood there and watch him started to walk, slightly she wondered”I'm starting to see why the others are afraid of him, but then they have been showing a lot of aggression towards me since the beginning ’

“you won't hear anything else i swear, i just thought if something happened maybe it would be easier to help you. How am i too defend myself if no one is willing to give me a weapon? ”Daere slightly demanded trying to ease the tension, Amon replied coldly“You did get some weapons or have you forgotten that stupid move with the dragon .”

“come on you seriously are not suggesting that I'm fucked until i come across that dragon again... are you?”Daere groaned,Amon stated not looking at her“Your stupidity, if you can't take care of what is supplied to you in the first place then maybe you should stay in that room.”

“Is that really how your going to treat someone that will be above you, Amon?”Daere finally demanded,Amon wasted no time growling his response ”you are not fit to be by any of their sides, so tell me what trick did you play?”

“I didn't play any tricks, hell i’m out right getting confused what is going on. Can anyone just be straight forward or just tell me when they figure completely the shit out?”Daere slightly snapped, she closed her eyes then sighed.Slowly she looked at him as she added ”I could have dealt with being a ‘simple mage’ that played with sharp objects but no this is just a whole new level of confusion for me.Why couldn't it be what i was raised to believe, one of them..one of the elves born among the shemlen..why is it my fault because the asshole kept his mouth shut, the other asshole wants to destroy the world and now this shit with the evanuris.Have i not been through enough?”

“ you have rather contured living a lie than to know?”Amon inquired softening his tone,Daere brought her hands up clawed up.She bent over and slightly whine”Yes, for fuck sake even if i was living with a dick Darcy, life wasn't that bad.I was on the top of my game before having to see those two, for fucking sake if i one more thing popping up i am blowing up Thedas myself.”

“That would be interesting thing to see you try,i can imagine the others would quickly put an end to that.”Amon replied trying to hide a smile,he paused then added”I don't blame you for even considering it, I am surprised though you hadn't done so when you had the chance while living with him.I wonder how Fen'Harel would have to explain to Lord Elgar'nan how a nobody got their hands on something that dangerous”

“Why do you guys own something if it would be a threat? Isn't that concerning at all? "Daere inquired,he studied her then finally took off his helmet.His pale skin reflected from the sunlight while he admitted”that is why we are out here, i was ordered to observe you behavior before we had arrived.If you were to run then i was to kill you despite what Dirtheman wants and Lord Elgar’nan was to deal with the aftermath if it happened.”

“Why am i not surprised, it seems everyone wants me dead now a days.So why aren't you running your blade in my stomach?”Daere asked calmly, he smirked as he spoke.”For someone raised with the shemlens i admit you seem interesting, plus i do have some honor but i bet you were told otherwise. ”

“All i heard was you were some badass that i needed to avoid, but you don't seem..odd and not like that at all " Daere admitted,Amon stated quickly.”I would say the same about you but i had just gotten done leading against Mythal's temple, maybe next time i can see what Dirtheman is enthusiastic about.It seems he is the only one that gets too overly excited with the new toys he finds, while Falon’Din seems interested taking them apart.”

“That sounds like i need to be concern.”Daere replied dryly,Amon replied” if things are well between now and the first day of summer you might want to consider to keep your head down, Falon’Din hasn't forgotten what you did to him.

“And people say i’m bad, i want to ask what is coming for the summer but i am afraid of what the answer would.”Daere replied,Amon looked around as she thought’ this is more then when I found out about Geldauran.’

“Daere, honey do you need help getting away from the bad sentinel?”Jinx voice caused her to stiffen,slowly Daere looked to the trees.Amon growled “I knew this was a bad idea, Lord Dirtheman should have had you moved to a different location.”

“you guys are just as bad as their ‘hunting parties’, aren't you?What happened to helping the inquisitor with your darkspawn mess?”Daere inquired,Jinx studied them from her branch.Softly she spoke”Everything was fine until Geldauran refused to go after you once you left, what is more annoying is he wants to marry some elven woman he has been sneaking off to see.Anaris tried to talk to him , but even Geldauran admitted he had enough and half of our people left with him.You on the other hand understand what's at stake.”

“If i didn't see how much Cecil had change since i had seen him i might have agreed to follow your people's wishes, but really incest?I would add age to the matter, but i can't say much since well you know.”Daere replied,Jinx remarked”Do you have any idea what they did to our people before those veneration offered us freedom.”

“I was told their were wiped out because they refused or are you now changing your story.”Daere demanded sharply,Jinx clenched her teeth together realizing her mistake.Daere took the chance to add”I am assuming more of those people are lock up somewhere enduring some horrible torment.”

“She was suppose to be the one after the others failed, there was no one else to turn with such a short notice.Don't make me hurt you.”Jinx slightly threatened, slowly scaled creatures started to creep from behind the trees surrounding them.Amon looked around, he asked calmly”If i release you can i trust you to not try anything.”

“Amon, right now the enemy of my enemy is a friend.I have no interest as of right now to fight against the evanuris, not until i know i wouldn’t end up dead again.Who knows maybe i will end up as brainless as you are and enjoy being a bit of a dipshit.”Daere replied,Amon put on his helmet. He quickly placed his hand on the clasp of the collar with uncertain, she could feel his hands tense before the collar finally loosened.Slowly he pulled it from her neck,Jinx stated sharply ”That won't save you, not after all these years Daere.I had witness how pathetic you fight or have you forgotten.”

“I only allow people see what they want until they really fucking piss me off, and even if you hadn't done anything personally just listening to you talk annoys the living daylights out of me. Amon cut me so i can even the field by using the demons ”Daere replied trying to keep her cool, she held out her arm waiting to feel the cool blade against her skin.As Jinx unhilted her tachi,Amon stated, placing a vail in her hand”If you need to use magick i would advise drinking this instead of doing blood magick.”

“Are you fucking kidding me!?! I'm not drinking this, i should ask where the hell you pulled this out from.”Daere snapped, she handed the vail back to him nearly creaking it against his golden armor.Amon snapped”Watch it, one of the thing you will learn is that you cannot use blood magick.”

“Are you two done?” Jinx inquired sharply, Daere rolled her eyes and she muttered “is it too much to ask for a break, what happened to being able to walk in the forest without someone shitting it up.Or in Amon case taking me to the back like a rabid dog.”

“You got the rabid part right,who is going to make the first move?You are trespassing on Lord Dirtheman lands so i think i will ”Amon stated calmly, in the corner of her eye Daere could see him take a step forward.With ease she shifted her foot, a light purple mist rose separating them from the others.Softly she spoke”Amon as much as i know your going to tell me this is a stupid move, but even i can see this won't end well for either of us.Let us just head back against my best interest and let them know what is going on out here.”

“You running away?How can you go back to the very one’s…”Jinx snapped,Daere replied softly”Things change, maybe they did do the things your accusing but at least i am trying to give some small benefit of a doubt not all of them are fucking cunts.Besides what honor is there attack us when there is only two and you have what, five or six?None, so take your sorry ass back to the shemlen inquisition and help them clean up the fuckin mess your fucking people made.”

“Worthless, both of you ever since we saw Fen’Harel…”Jinx started, Daere remarked sharply”Then maybe Fen’Harel was right even if it cost a clan their own freedom because of your selfish leader, i don't know the truth on what happened back then but right now enough should be enough.For fuck sake there are still dark spawn running loose being control by something you created, what makes it worse is while your bitching about them we still got a mad man running around with a corrupted dragon.It is out right sad that i am not as old as you to know what needs to be done.”

‘I want to say the same about what is going on with the evanuris but do I dare?’Daere wondered, she in the corner of her eye she could see Amon slowly stepping away from her .She softened her tone and asked while turning to look at him ”What do you say? I am aware you just took that off but i can at least give us some time to get away?”

“I would agree with you if we had time to retreat.”Amon stated, blue flames stated to danced on his katana causing her to turn her attention back to their opponents .She watched in disbelief as the mist started to die down, Jinx threatened softly, a couple of the scale ones advanced towards them ”Such a bad bad da’len you are, when family and duty calls your are to come without question.”

“That isn't possible when i did that to the others they died, which means you have the same traits as me.”Daere quickly assumed, Amon wasted no time stating sharply ”Daere you really need to get over the fact you are not fighting your ‘normal’ stander people, i hate to say this but you really need to accept you are now in our world.There is no going back to yours,so forget everything about your old life.”

“I hate to ask this mostly because i want to stop running, but is there an eluvian close by?”Daere inquired, she allowed the light purple mist to develop in her palm.Softly he answered “Yes but the veneration have taken it over and i don't think Lord Dirtheman has had the time to reclaim them, i don't think you want to go to where it leads.”

“Worth a shot? Or do are you ready to explain to Dirtheman why i am not with you if the do send a search party?”Daere inquired, Amon quickly replied ” We will try to make it to the eluvian,because i refuse to lose my reputation.”

“I am certain you can give me a good word so i won't have to wear that humiliation.”Daere muttered shifting her foot into the ground again,a mist wall raise from the ground just inches from Jinx. A few that had got caught within the mist path started to fall to the ground, harden scales slowly melt exposing elven flesh. Daere tilted her ear slightly and thought ‘Well this is new, it is kind of like the masma the void might sprawl out.’

“You see why we can't allow you to be running freely with the others“Amon remarked, slowly they started to back up.Amon keeping his kanata in front of him.Jinx roared out in laugher, wildly she shouted “i am going to tell Daerth’nal to thank the evanuris for once, we were worried she was going to be weaker than Torin..”

“i swear if you start throwing more random names at me i will...”Daere growled, she stopped upon witnessing Jinx dispelling the mist once more.Amon stated” we have to fight, she is not giving us a chance to really react.”

“Somehow i wasn't surprised to hear you say that, you got Jinx and i have try to keep those ugly things off you?”Daere inquired,Amon said nothing as he started to run towards Jinx.Their weapons clashed, sparks flew faintly in different directions as blades met each other.A figure moved in the corner of Daere’s eye, slightly she shifted her gaze from them just in time to watch the scaled beast jump onto Amon.Daere balled her hand into a fist and charged at them.Barely reaching Jinx as she raised her tenchi, Daere growl upon throwing her fist”That is enough.”

“You would rather defend them?”Jinx voice rang out looking at her in shock, Daere blinked a couple of times as blood started to pour from her nose.Carefully she stated” There is a time for everything and this is not it, so yes i would rather stand up for one of their sentinels then any of you. Stop acting like any of you gave a rats ass what had happen to me growing up, did you even bother looking?Stop wasting my time and leave”

“Jinx..we can't afford to lose any more of our people trying to convince her.”A male voice remarked, slowly the two women looked over.The remaining scaled ones formed slowly returned to normal elven bodies, Daere replied softly”Go bury your dead and tell ‘father’ dearest if he truly cared or if anyone actually ever did then to back the fuck off, this behavior isn't how you show how you ‘love’ someone.”

“Or we can start looking again and start over.”Jinx murmured, she reached to her side and grabbed a small blade.Daere hand shot up and stopped her ,she turned the exposed blade backwards then shoved it just underneath Jinx’s breasts.Gazing into her eyes, Daere tilted her head slowly to the side watching the blood developed on Jinx’s lips, coldly she muttered”You should have just took my offer and left.”

“They will come for you, you cannot hide within those walls forever.”Jinx murmured, Daere challenged” tell them the same very fate rests like the dead nobles, let them come and they will met their end .”

“Did she just..”one started to whisper,Daere turned her attention to them.A threatening growl escaped her throat while she spoke”If there isn't any more of you that have the actual balls to fight with some decency, i will demand this again take your dead and do something more useful with your life instead of pissing on Dirtheman lands.”

“Yes ma’am…” she could hear one nearly whimper, Daere pushed the blade further into Jinx then allowed her body to fall onto the ground.The remaining venerations kept their eyes on her with concern,Daere stood there waiting, she watched as they finally started to move bodies.Amon sat up, Daere listen to him move around behind her as he muttered” that was bold, aren't you going with them?”

“Why?Wouldn't it cause your people more grief if I followed?”Daere inquired, she looked back at him noticing the blood starting to seep through.With a sigh Daere took off the cloak, she used the small blade to tear it into ribbons.Carefully she sat next to him and looked around his armor trying to find a latch, while he spoke.”Your wasting your time, all i needed was the health potion that's in the hilt.”

“Very well just tell me how i can get to it.”Daere remarked, he inquired calmly”I can get it, chances are you will fuck that up too,did she not tell you guys to leave?”

“Daerth’nal told us not to bother coming back if any of us ended dead, the way he sees it even if there is a few of us we all are..”the elven woman replied nervously,Daere remarked ”You can't come back with us, but there are other places i am certain.”

“Where are we too go?” the elven woman slightly pleaded,Daere looked at Amon.She stated coldly watching him mess with the tip of the hilt”You should have thought about that before coming here.”

“but…”The elven woman started,Daere turned and sent a chilling glare at them.Her companion gripped her arm, he stated”It is best we don't press with her, apparently she has picked her side.”

“your right.”the elven woman muttered, they turned and left them alone.Amon waited until he was certain the surviving venerations were gone before he placed the vail to his lips, Daere sat there and waited until he had finished.He used the back of his hand to wipe the lingering liquid off his mouth, with a slight gunt “Alright drop the blade, just because you did your small part doesnt mean im taking any more risk.”

“Here, if it is the only means for you to trust me i won't fight your decision.”Daere replied, she placed the small bloody blade into the dirt. With ease she spread out her arms and placed her palms onto the ground, as he started to rest the collar onto her neck Daere wondered staring at the dirt ’certainly Dirthamen wasn't serious keeping this on for more than a couple of days, was he?What can i do to get them to lower their guard?’

“Get up, we shouldn't be far if you are serious on returning.”Amon stated,Daere slowly sat on her knees.She raised her head up and closed her eyes as a cool breeze brushed her skin,she could hear him stop not far from her.Daere muttered”You don't need to say anything.”

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“what do you think Vivian?”a blonde skinned elven woman whispered to her companion,Daere check her back to the others as she cleaned off the dried blood.Eva sat next to her, the two listened to Vivian replied while Eva took the cloth from Daere. ”Someone that has this much problem should be tossed aside quickly.”

“Don't worry about it Eva but thank you.”Daere replied calmly ignoring the other two , slightly she swatted Eva’s hand away knocking the bloodied cloth from her hand.Eva looked up and watched as the two started to leave, she remarked “do you need anything else before i go?”

“No, could you please refine from doing that next time?I can clean myself off.” Daere remarked, she picked up the towel that laid beside her.Eva stood up and offered her hand,Daere looked up at her, she muttered”Eva, certainly there are other things you would rather be doing then to be here.”

“Your right there are other things, but since i know you wont be making it back to them i might as well be the friend that puts up with your bullshit.”Eva replied,Daere stated”You might regret it after awhile. “

“Daere i kind of regretted it when you made that comment, are you planning to get up or are you going to stare at your reflection?Eva replied,Daere shook her head. She grabbed Eva hand and pulled herself up, softly she added “that wasn't a simple bloody nose Daere even i could see why Amon informed Lord Dirtheman for me to come check on you.”

“Well there is always a price for certain use of magick is there not?”Daere inquired tried to control the tone of her voice,Eva replied“it is not suppose to be like that but i am not going to argue with you, by now someone should be on their way to drop off a fresh pair of clothes. I know you were probably looking forwarding making back but we don't belong with the shemlens.It was kind of cruel for Amon to suggest otherwise, but the upside Lord Dirtheman knows there are some strugglers hanging around.”

“I'm not mad, part of me knew as soon as i saw those two things were about to change.I didn't..i couldn't imagine it would be this drastically.”Daere admitted, she forced a smile and looked around.The setting sunlight poured into the room as Daere looked back at Eva, not hiding the concern Eva remarked”You don't seem ok.”

“i am trying to accept this, i really am...but what how am i to react if all of this was just some crazy dream?Darcy would just scold me over weird dreams”Daere replied,Eva studied her.She stated ” you haven't gotten over his death have you? Daere this is real, Darcy is dead. All those things that have happened has, i wish there was a way to prove it too you.”

“Chances are I’m dead and in some weird limbo.”Daere dried herself while muttering,Eva sigh then stated “Do you realize how many people you would piss off if all of this was a dream or your playing the limbo card?Your not dreaming, how often do you bleed in your dreams, or feel any pain.Don't you remember while in the fade you can't have any emotions, so tell me what are you feeling right now? ”

“Does it matter what i am feeling? ”Daere replied,Eva stated quickly ” Daere before you go ranting, yes it does just try not to let it eat at you ok? We all have lost someone, i am certain my brother has tried to explain to you, but that doesn't mean you need to give up on others.”

“Can i ask you something, does Dirtheman or any of the others help those who are not here?”Daere inquired,Eva replied “Hardly but that doesn't mean you should give up on them. Fen'Harel as much as he is an odd ball, i would have to admit i'm surprised to see working with shemlen if that is what you are talking about. "

"Why though, what is going on is clearly affecting the others, yet they are setting their sights on Mythal." Daere stated, Eva replied. "You will get use to it, if things get to bad they will turn their attention back but not before they send a clear message to Lady Mythal.Forgive me but i wasnt suppose to be here long, i was just to check on you before heading back. Lord Elgar'nan has taken Amon back with him, it seems the shemlen has sent some reinforcements of their own despite having to deal with their own battle "

"I should be out there, some of those humans have been more family then my own kin." Daere muttered, Eva looked at her oddly. Softly she stated "you really care about them don't you?"

"I know it is how someone wants to betray themselves that should count, but it really seems even if they people out there that could be just as bad. I had found a few i liked.. i regret how i treated them just as much as i regretted how things ended." Daere admitted, she wrapped the towl around her bare skin. Eva blurted " then don't make the same mistake twice, i know you're trying to act tough but when you get the chance and if Lord Dirtheman allows it tell them how you feel. Afterwards don't be such a cunt."

"But it is so much fun pissing some people off." Daere mockingly replied, Eva shook her head and muttered "I'm not even going to touch the subject, Daere.Please try and behave, dont get yourself killed. "

"Well.." Daere started, a loud cry in the hallway caused her to pause “Lord Falon’Din please, let me finish my work so i can go home. ”

"Daere.." Eva started glancing at her, Daere stated "I'm not going to stand here, you shouldn't either."

"Daere this isn't our place." Eva remarked, Daere quickly made her way towards the doorway. She nearly snapped "this os one of the problems i have with' your' people."

"Daere, wait i get it. You don't like it when others have to suffer, but i really don't see you being excused like Fen'Harel if you step in.”Eva replied while she grabbed onto Daere wrist, Daere turned sharply and remarked”Eva let go or so help me.”

“I said take it off”they could hear Falon'Din demanded,Eva let Daere go, slowly she turned her attention towards the halls as the sound of fabric ripping started to fill the air.Daere snapped“that is enough, do you have any respect for anyone other than yourself you ugly son of a bitch. ”

“Well i nearly forgotten about you, but i thought you would be locked in your quarters by now.”Falon’Din growled, he turned to look at Daere.She made her way out into the halls and started to walk over to them keeping one of her hands over the top of her towel, the elven woman brush back her dark brown hair revealing some of the scratches he had placed upon her. Slowly Eva came out from the doorway, she paused as Falon’Din snapped”Why is she out here?”

“Amon did tell you guys she was going to be bathing after what happen, but you must not have heard.”Eva explained,Daere slightly turned her head, she could hear the error hiding in the sentinels voice. Falon’Din demanded”The make certain she goes back then go on with your duties.”

“you are still coming to take care of the dead aren't you?”Eva inquired.Falon’Din stared at her, slowly he straightened up his stance and remarked roughly”Of course i should be able to, i am assuming i need to take care of it now?”

“Lady Sylaise would appreciate it, there is no rush just the sooner it is done the less likely the red lyrium would spread.Still is confused how someone not from our time can avoid it, let alone she is slightly wishing Lord Elgar’nan could have waited on his purge until she had spoken with Fen'Harel.”Eva replied,Falon’Din glanced at Daere. He shifted his eyes to Eva while he replied coldly “Very well.”

“have a good evening, Daere.”Eva muttered, she walked on past her as Falon’Din glared at Daere. Daere watched while the two walked away, she looked back at the elven servant as she gathered a hump of clothes from the stone floor.Gently she asked "Are you ok?"

"I am alright, i am sorry i am late Lord Dirtheman had me cleaning a few of the other rooms" The elven woman started,Daere started to snap but softened her tone"Nothing he was about to do to you was ok or ‘alright’,if anything once i get dressed i don't mind staying with you to make certain it doesn't happen again.”

“This was the last thing needed to be done before i was sent home.”the elven servant replied, she stopped in front of Daere.Quickly she held the clothes out in front of Daere as she bow her head, a hint of uneasiness filled her voice while she spoke.”Here please accept these, Lord Dirtheman would be mad if you didn't.”

‘Of course he would be.’ Daere thought,she took a deep breath and took the clothes from her.They could hear Falon’Din growl”I will try to be back later, it seems more have succumbed.A word of advice control Fen'Harel stray bitch or i will handle her next time.”

“Is Falon’Din always in a fowl mood?”Daere inquired feeling the familiar silk against her bare arms,the servant replied”Only to those who he feels did him wrong, we all know the story between they two of you which is why i am not too surprise to see you.”

“thank you for bring me these, i will try to get used to things around here so you and the others wont have to do this.”Daere replied,the servant looked at her oddly .She laughed lightly, cheerfully she replied “No worries that is why most of us are here, we work for him and if we do a good enough job he gives us extra supplies we might need to survive living with the shemlens.”

“your living with the shemlens?”Daere inquired with surprise, the servant open her mouth but stopped herself as Dirtheman scolded ”That is enough Galera, Mical is waiting for you with what i had promise.”

“Thank you Lord Dirtheman.”Galera remarked, she bowed then looked at Daere.With a smile she added “It is nice to meet you.”

‘Odd, why would Dirtheman allow servants to come and go like this?’Daere wondered, Dirtheman muttered under his breath “Do you like her?”

“She seems ok, a little too cheerful to be working for you but ok nonetheless”Daere answered,she looked at him expecting the same coldness but saw something she never expected.The softness vanished slightly as he stated “I could give her too you if you wish, this way you won't have to be concerned about my brother”

“Wait no, Dirthamen why would you even consider doing that to another person?”Daere eyes went wide then narrowed,he kept his expression unmoved while he remarked“consider her a warm gift from myself.”

“She has a life on the outside, i am not going to take that away from her just like you had done with me.”Daere slightly snapped, Dirtheman rested his hand on her cheek.He stated “it won't change anything but her duties here,it will also keep you from harassing my sentinels while i am busy with the others."

“I couldn't do that and if this is your way of trying to impress me then think again Dirthamen. ”Daere stated, a slight smile developed in the corner of his mouth. Dirtheman stated “i am trying to make this as easily as i can for you.”

“If you know i am not ok with this then why did you set things in motion? Does So..does he know about this?”Daere inquired,Dirtheman replied calmly” it is the only alternative i could think of to keep you alive and away from the treatment of the others, he doesn't know all he knows is i was to undo my sentinels work and make certain you don't cause anymore chaos.”

“why doesn't he know?”Daere inquired softly,Dirtheman stated” if Fen'Harel knew what i had planned to keep you protected, he would have lost it. Don't you agree that Thedas is already suffering enough?”

“He will find about this, no one seems to keep their mouth shut about anything now these days.”Daere replied, Dirthamen leaned in and muttered “He is a grown man, he should be used to not having things his way. I have already told you more then once things wouldn't have pan out well for either of you.”

‘This is wrong.’ Daere thought, she felt the eeriness of his presence radiant close to her skin.with ease he spoke to her.” so what are we to do?Your body is slightly exposed to me and i have yet to have my fun since you been here.”

“And comments like that makes me want to hurt you, Dirthamen if you can do three things to impress me then maybe i will consider it ”Daere stated, Dirtheman stared at her in disbelief.He didn't hide his aggression towards her as he asked “Isn't keeping the place Fen'Harel is hiding enough?”

“That is Fen'Harel business, you cannot expect that to be a blackmail for me anymore but if it is a issue then i will consider it” Daere answered, Dirtheman’s eyes started to harden.He quickly asked” What more to you want from me?”

“you know alot about everyone, you could figure it out.”Daere replied calmly, she could feel his body move closer.The two tried to stare each other down as he slightly mock her “For someone that can’t make up their mind you seem to be doing fine making me painfully wait, you know i can easily take what i want from you but i don't want to deal with the aftermath.

“i guess i have learned something about you, but it is too soon to tell ”Daere muttered, his hand grabbed the front of the towel. Keeping her in place Dirtheman demanded “ you did well calling me your lover once they had arrived, but you need to make things more convincing because like you said the sentinels gossip.”

“Oh? Do you guys have to make things complex.”Daere inquired,a soft sigh escaped her lips.She rested her arms on Dirtheman shoulders allowing him to place his hands on her waist, with a mocking tone “Would this be enough to satisfy you, Dirtheman?”

“It is a start”He replied inching his face close to hers, softly he added “How long do you think a creature that thrives on sex for power can hold out on someone like me?”

“You can be surprised Dirthamen what i can do.”Daere whispered softly,Dirthamen moved both of his hands to the smalls of her bare back. He muttered as their lips barely touching.”Show me, allow me to touch your very thoughts.Certainly you must need some mana by now”

'He is right about one thing, my encounter with Anduril didnt end to well even if i did withstrain myself and the power surge has not help either.' Daere thought,out of curiosity she whispered "what is it you have planned that i need mana for, Dirtheman?"

"You have a promise to keep for myself and those people, it will be a while before we have this chance again and knowing Elgar'nan he is getting restless. But i guess as long as myself and Fen’Harel are present things should be under control, just let me hear those two words" Dirtheman murmured, he moved his face slightly up towards her forehead. Daere felt the simple words flow from her lips“then let me go, emma lath.”

“Don't take too long i am certain all that exhaustion will be catching up with you soon.” Dirtheman replied softly, Daere stood there feeling him placing his lips on her forehead.She stared at his dark shaded clothes as the uneasiness started to fade, slowly closing her eyes thinking ‘this aura feels much more different then Solas, like i could just vanish into the darkness.’

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“What are we doing out here, the last i check the spirit fox was in Revas?”Daere inquired, she looked around the dark damp forest noticing the lingering red lyrium glimmering faintly. The smell of rain contured to fill her nostrils as they walked, without looking back at her Dirtheman explained “i was informed we are to met here since you are in no position to defend me if one of them attacks.”

“Well with all that power why would you need me to defend you?You really need to stop looking at me like i will bend over like one of the sentinels Dirtheman, also if you seem to made up your mind about us then why should i defend you?”Daere inquired slightly sharp, he stopped.Sharply he turned looking at her with angry.”If i told you why knowing you would try to exploit it, i cannot risk it until i know that i have your complete obedience.”

‘i swear he is more off balance emotionally then myself.’Daere thought, she stood there keeping her distance from him.Softly she spoke as she mockingly bowed”Forgive oh get god of secrets but i am trying to learn the ways of a ‘filthy’ slave.”

“You start acting like Craven and i promise you will get the same treatment he had while serving under my brother.”Dirtheman growled,Daere thought keeping her eyes to the ground. ‘ well Craven did have his moments.’

“I am glad to see you have manage to arrive.”Felassan remarked, slowly he arrived with Taliesin and a emerald knight following close behind.Dirtheman wasted no time inquiring ”This is an odd place to met, where is Fen'Harel?”

“ the others have been keeping him busy trying to balance between the inquisition and what has unfolded with Mythal, but i am certain you knew about this Dirtheman.”Felassan remarked calmly,Daere felt the uneasiness as she heard a growl. She looked at Taliesin side and notice the wolf,Dirtheman kept his cool as he stated“Felassan. "

"Yes Dirtheman?" Felassan calmly inquired,Dithemen slightly ordered"Seeing Fen'Harel isn't here your going to help me find it, Taliesin you will lock that thing with the other fleabags and keep Daere behind the walls until we have things under control, understand? If she goes missing then not one of you will have to worry about Elgar'nan finding this place because i will burn it to the ground myself."

"We didn't expect anything less." Felassan replied calmly but his eyes shifted nervously towards Daere,the tension grew.She finally snapped "What, then why am i here if you could have taken care of this yourself?"

"It is the only way i would be allowed on these grounds, I don't expect the kumiho to react to you quickly since your connect was broken for so long.Chances are it would try to attack you and i don't need that, stay out of trouble, don't eat anything that is given to you and be ready for when i get back.”Dirtheman calmly demanded, Daere forcefully control her tone as a slight mock passed through her lips"So much faith i sense in the group,do i need to ask permission to get on all fours and take a piss? "

"Daere honey, let them do what they need to do. The last thing you should consider r8ght now is sticking a pole in the hornets nest. " Taliesin reply nervously,she walked briskly over to Daere. Gently Taliesin rested her hand over hers, the two elven women turned to watch as the three disappeared into the forest.Softly Daere asked causing Taliesin to turn and looked at her "How is it that you're alive?"

"What do you mean?" Taliesin inquired looking at her oddly,Daere answered feeling Taliesin thumb caress her skin"Amon didn't really beat around the bush confessing you were dead, he stated Solas was next."

"So you met him? Amon probably told you that because he was still sore i wiped most of his army before he had the chance to call a retreat." Taliesin answered,Daere nodded. She leaned in and kissed Taliesin on the lips.Slightly she muttered"You don't know how happy i am to see he was wrong."

"Has Dirtheman been treating you ok?I figured you would have bolted by now even if this time it was Fen’Harel doing”Taliesin asked not hiding her concern, Daere answered thinking about the past few nights.” i couldn't really complain, it is a place to stay but he has had his slide backs.”

“Daere, if i need to have Mythal talk to him since Fen’Harel isn't budging…” Taliesin stated not hiding her concern,Daere shook her head as she confessed “No, i don't want Mythal’s help falon.But i do want to hear from someone why he finally agreed with...him after everything.”

“As much as i hated what i heard but he wanted to do everything in his power to keep allowing you from making mistakes.Taliesin replied, she sighed then remarked”Dirtheman thinks even if we manage to kill the broodmother, there will still be a conflict between our people and the veneration.They both believe since you haven't made it easy that it was better you were placed in a better position so not even the others could touch you.”

‘should i even bother telling her that she is slightly wrong? Even if i told her, Dirthamen might be right Solas wouldn't accept me sleeping with another..or would he ’Daere wondered, Taliesin squeezed Daere hand gently. Softly she asked”Daere what is on your mind? Did you do something?”

“Nothing, Taliesin why would you ask if i did something?”Daere replied pushing the thoughts back,Taliesin sighed and muttered“The list falon the list, so far you don't have a good track history like i have mentioned before.By now i think i have a better read on your expressions, your not as good as you think.”

“Has Craven recovered, or did they catch him?”Daere inquired trying to change the subject, Taliesin didn't hid her frustion.She let her hand drop from Daere’s wrist, softly she replied as she started to walk with her wolf companion by her side. “Sylaise and June has so far wanted any part what is going on thankfully, so as of right now the conflict is with Anduril and Elgar’nan.Craven is up in Fen’Harel’s castle resting since the damages were bad, if i had known this was going to happen i would have stopped you from leaving myself.”

“I didn't mean for him to get hurt like that.”Daere felt her voice broke, she quickly brought her hand to her face and wiped a stray tear from her cheek.Taliesin slightly gaze at her, she shook her head slightly as Daere finally met her gaze.Taliesin remarked “You are something, there is something i want to ask you..well Fen’Harel did but because he has been busy i offered to do it for him.”

“What is it?”Daere asked, she started to pick up her pace.Taliesin inquired” how did you manage to melt the red lyrium that was pulled from your body?”

“i told you what me and Eva did, so really all that was needed was both magick from the void and the fade.”Daere explained,Taliesin stated”No, that doesn't explain the blackened lyrium remains we found in the hideout.You must have done something more, once Sylaise realizes this i have a feeling she is going to have Dirtheman send you there as desperate as she is getting to save the other sentinels.”

“Taliesin i already told you the only thing i know how to do that doesn't require much is cursing, i don't know if you haven't noticed i’m really useless without a dagger.”Daere tried to stress out,Taliesin muttered “So it seems.”

“We could go find some place quiet if you don't want to be cooped up while we wait for them.”Taliesin suggested,Daere blinked a couple of time.She looked at Taliesin with slight curiosity, she asked”Are you suggesting what i think your suggesting?”

“Why are you surprised? Unless your hiding something.”Taliesin teased,Daere smiled.She lied ”No just didn't think you would want to risk it since…”

‘What would i be considered if i can't say anything, a prisoner?’Daere wondered, Taliesin snapped slightly”Daere there you go being hesitate again, we don't have too i just figure to offer a way to ease your mind.”

“Taliesin, the way it sounds your getting ready to stab me in the back as well.”Daere joked, it was faint but the walls of Revas darkened stones came into view.Over their heads they could hear the thunder rumble as a couple of the emerald knights started to open the gates.They could hear a woman voice shouting”Taliesin we are having problems in the griffin coop.”

“Ir abelas falon, maybe we will have some time later.”Taliesin remarked, she leaned in and pressed her lips over Daere.Not hiding her own moans Daere slipped her tongue into Taliesin mouth, she could feel Taliesin hand touch her cheek gently as she pulled away.Softly Taliesin stated”Behave please, we would hate to attend your funeral because you decided to mouth off at the wrong moment.”

“You have nothing to worry about falon, i will see if i can't get some free time for good behavior.”Daere answered,she stood there dumbfounded. Taliesin hand slide as she moved away, softly she spoke to her wolf companion “Let us see what the issue is this time shall we?”

“You are a curious one aren't you?”a male voice inquired, Daere turned to face the elven man as he made his way over to her.She studied his darkened skin, seeing the caution in his movements.Daere demanded “And who might you be?”

“It doesn't matter who i am, well yet anyways.How is it the person that killed our leader manage to escape but turns around to be ok with being another one of their bedmates?”the elven man inquired he kept his distance from her as he started to circle around.Daere took a breath and watch him nervously, she thought ‘Should i expect something from him?’

“Are you going to answer my question?”The elven man pressed, Daere answered sharply “I am not Dirtheman bedmate, but i know what you are implying.What choice do i have but to stay?”

“True, they would take any measures but i can tell you a way to end at least one of them since you are close.”The elven man replied, Daere narrowed her eyes at him waiting for him to answer.He smiled at her while he added “Fen'Harel might have given Dirtheman the tantô blade, but he still has it hidden in his bedchambers.”

“How would you know this?”Daere demanded,the elven man remarked”When we were still living up there he had asked me to place it in the top drawer, i would assume he would expect me to say something to you and see what choices you would make.”

“Why are you telling me this?”Daere inquired,the elven man stopped in his tracks.His green eyes bore into hers as he admitted”Because i am curious what actions you will take, we all are.”

‘An odd answer, what does he mean by we?’Daere wondered, she opened her mouth to question him further. His stated quickly “Either way if you decide to follow the same path Kaene took or you make your own, our weapons will fight alongside you."

"Wait, no what about Fen'Harel…isn't that why your here?" Daere inquired, the elven man explained "partly, but we can't trust either side seeing how they are handling things with our homes. Most of us would rather have someone that can see things clearly then they do, part of me wonder if Dirtheman knows this."

'I wonder if this is the part i need to start screaming bloody murder or figure a way into another universe .'Daere wondered, she stared at the elven man in disbelief. She hissed slightly"Wouldn't you prefer the veneration, i mean you really need someone with experience if your planning to run a secret group under the evanuris..i mean Fen'Harel is a good example who you would need.”

“Don't make me repeat myself, besides i have heard stories about your mother and if you are anything like her then we want you.I would gladly take the position but the problem lies we need a summoner.”The elven man pressed, Daere shook her head.She quickly stated “I am not someone you're looking for then, i’m sorry but i can't…”

“Think about it.”The elven man replied, Daere’s mind drifted with self doubt ‘the only thing i had ever done to help anyone was to murder others in their sleep, but what he is asking is too much for me to handle..isn't it? ‘

“I'm starting to think what you have on your hands isn't a spirit creature but a demon.”they could hear Dirtheman growl coming closer ,Felassan could be heard shooting back as they came into view“Or it is smart enough to flee because what you are doing is wrong.”

“No one asked you Felassan. “Dirtheman sneered causing the elven man to shift nervously in his spot, Daere asked innocently “troubles Lord Dirtheman?this would be simple for someone that controls a flock of black birds”

“Good idea Daere, i think a tracking spell would be of use.”Dirthamen stated without looking at her,Felassan nearly snapped “Dirtheman you have no right using such a spell here, if you do then you will uncover this place location.”

“So whatever it takes to bring out that creature out, you guys have wasted twenty five years chasing after it when i can easily locate then capture it in less then a hour”Dirtheman growled, a rusty close by caused Daere to shift her attention.She looked at a small bush noticing the leaves shaking. A small nose poked its head out,slowly a white fox with twin tails emerged.Daere studied the creature, she asked as the fox sat on its haunches “When do fennec foxes have two tails?Also when are they white, i thought they were light brown?”

“Fennec fox?”Dirtheman repeat slowly, they turned to follow her gaze.Without think Daere made her way over to it. Fellassan wasted no time warning “That isn't a fennec fox Daere, don't touch it until we know what it is.For all we know that thing is a mutated fox that is recovering from the blight and I don't want to explain to Fen'Harel why you got bite by that too”

“Well Taliesin got a free familiar after i got bite by that wolf of hers or correction a ‘companion’ out of it.Neither of us has shown any sign we...well i don't know if Taliesin has been showing any symptoms of wanting to howl during the full moon like the werewolves, but i have been fine
”Daere dryly joke ,Dirthamen stated with slight disgust “With all jokes aside i think i understand why we have been having so much trouble.”

“why is it so small if that is what we have been hunting down?”Felassan asked, Daere paused in front of the odd fox.She held out her hand inches from its face, just as Dirtheman explained “I don't know, i would have to assume it has to do with her and her abilities.”

“Shocking does my ears deceive me, something Dirthemn does not know yet .”Daere remarked sharply,she kept her eyes on the fox.Felassan asked brushing her rudeness a side“What do you mean?”

“Felassan since you are concerned about this place being revealed why don't you attack Daere, we will see if the creature reacts to her in pain.”Dirtheman ordered,Felassen couldn't contain his shock in his voice “Dirtheman, i couldn't.If your suggesting what i think you are i don't want the thing to think i am the enemy.”

“Fine, then I will do it, Daere stand up and turn around.I rather not attack while your back is too me.”Dirtheman demanded,Daere slowly turned her head to look at him.She could see the electricity dancing on his fingertips.The elven man that had spoken to her moments before quickly placed himself between her and Dirtheman, he offered“Wait, i will do it.”

‘Did Dirtheman just..somehow this isn't surprising ’Daere stared at them,Dirtheman smirk, he opened his mouth only to pause as a sharp woman's voice snapped a few feet from them.“What in the abyss name do you think you are doing.”

“Mythal it is so nice to see you walking around, we were just seeing if that thing over there was the kumiho”Dirtheman replied calmly,Daere could sense the tension grow. Slowly she picked the two tailed fox by the nip of the neck, she brought it close to her face and she muttered "your supposed to be vicious, vengeful spirit. I have seen creatures that would make a grown man scream in terror, you not one of them."

"Don't let size fool you." Solas stated,they stopped in they tracks as Dirtheman inquired not hiding his own curiosity "so you you knew about the fox changing its size?"

"I had a theory but had not had the time to confirm." Solas explained, he added”Each time i had gotten close it had ran forcing myself to shapeshift to keep up with it’s pace, it wasn't until i brought Daere that i finally witness how it escaped.It had changed its size then hide in a hollow tree beyond my reach, i hadn't told the others because it has done me a favor and kept the children from exploring.”

“but now that it is gone we do need to consider what will happen, the fox has been helping the emerald knights keep the threats away even with the new wards.”Mythal explain, Daere looked at the two tailed fox then at Dirtheman. He quickly growled “Absolutely not Daere, i had wasted enough of my time.”

“But Dirthamen..”Daere started, he quickly snapped “If Fen'Harel had figured this out it won't be long before they do, i refuse to stick my neck any further because you are too soft.”

“Dirtheman i know i ask alot, in fact i know i owe my life to you but..”Daere tried to plead, he glared at her angrily.Keeping his tone Dirtheman conture to snapped at her ”Nothing you could say will change my mind, especially that.”

“It is alright we have managed to survive this long, but it was nice to see the kumiho after all these centuries.”Mythal remark, Daere wondered ‘She would know a lot them both wouldn't she?’

“Can i ask how you knew her?”Daere inquired softly, she felt as a child standing there among them.Mythal replied”Yes, but this isn't the time to talk about it, Dirtheman we need to discuss about what is going to happen tomorrow.”

“Of course mother, if it has to do with them they will be watching but i doubt they would advance.It is better to not be present even if some of your troops will be on the front lines.”Dirtheman replied,Solas stated “I plan to have Taliesin there since Craven still not able to move, are you sending any?”

“A few from the side, Daere still needs to redeem herself from running the last time.” Dirtheman
answered,Daere slowly looked at him.She snapped”Now wait a minute, your sending me out there with no weapons again?”
“Of course not, while you were sneaking around my home i had already received something suited for you.”Dirtheman replied coldly, Daere stared at him and thought ’Oh no, if he gets his kicks with me wearing this ridiculous collar i hate to see what he has for me.’

“Still not a thank you?Really i didn't think you would take as long as you did to arrive ”Dirtheman’s sneered,Daere snapped”What you knew i was out, is that why your sentinels made it slightly easy?I could have left you know. “

“But you didn't, just like you had a chance this afternoon.”Dirtheman stated softening his tone, to her surprise he added”Since it will take a while to see if the reconnect had work leave the fox behind,I don't have a place to keep it from pissing all over everything. ”

“Dirtheman?”Daere inquired, she looked at him in shock.Slightly he growled “That was an order, unless you want me to put that thing in a small cage.Certainly that is something you don't wish to see.”

“No...thank you Dirtheman, i think i am starting to see what Galera does ”Daere replied softly, Solas made his way over to her.He outstretched his hand to her as she turned to look at him, without a word Daere handed the two tailed fox over. Dirtheman stated while walking away ” we will return after the battle so don't get attached to it.”

“You don't have to worry about a thing Dirthamen.”Solas replied, his hand touched Daere’s by accident.She looked at him then turned her face away before he could see the guilt in her eyes, softly she remarked “Dirtheman if i am to be with them, then i need my rest.”

“Mical will have them in position after the inquisitor sends out her charge, it was good seeing you again Mythal but as my subordinate pointed out we must leave.”Dirtheman stated, Daere quietly walked away not wanting to hear any more as droplets started to fall from the sky.She wasn't surprise hearing Dirtheman comment close behind her”I need to figure out what i am going to do with your feeling for them.”

“Dirtheman, i don't think you could ever take something like that away, ”Daere replied calmly, faintly she thought she heard him muttered threatening as thunder rumble above them”we will see about that."

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“why isn't Dirtheman here if this is so important? What leader leaves his men on the fields with no real guidance?”Daere slightly growled, she could feel Viven tightening the belt around her waist with angry.Finally Viven snapped“Why can't you just lay off of him? It is hard enough with the others breathing down his neck he doesn't need you acting like this.”

“Viven i am pretty certain any sane person wouldn't just stand there while he keeps threatening and ordering someone around if they want some type of corruption.If he would learn to stop then maybe i would be more appreciate he even gave me this chance to live this long, so let that sink in.” Daere nearly snapped, she took a deep breath then exhaled sharply. Viven slowly made her way in front of her, she placed her hands on the sides of Daere’s rogues armor, adjusting the breasts slightly. Mical walked over to the elven women, he calmly inquired stopping next to Viven side ”We need to move before the fog is lifted, is she ready, Viven?”

“Almost, she just needs a pair of weapons, I take the reason you are asking is because Taliesin has already taken flight?”Viven inquired, she turned to look at him. Mical replied ” Yes, from my understand she had done so thirty minutes ago and already cleared them a path. Geldauran is willing to get her there on his summon, while we are to met at the entrance of the caven.”

“Do you really trust a veneration to take me to the destination and not just run off?”Daere inquired slightly sharp,Mical studied her.He spoke as he started to walk over to a nearby tree “Just like Fen’Harel, Geldauran knows the terms.Unlike Fen’Harel if Geldauran breaks those terms he knows he don't have many followers after breaking from his brothers.”

“Mical, why did you just say ‘we were heading to the cavern’ entrance? I thought the point of me being here was because i ran from the last fight?”Daere inquired upon realizing,Viven explained “Lord Dirtheman mentioned you wouldn't be able to handle yourself with the others, so you have to come with us as we collect something for him while their fighting.”

‘I hate it when people do this.’Daere thought with annoyance, she closed her eyes and wondered’ I bet he is trying to keep whatever he is after from everyone else, but why?What does he have to gain with anymore items when he supposedly has what i have to offer?’

“he thinks since your people were tied to helping the the sha-brate that there is a chance the item might work with you.”Mical explain, Daere stared at him. Slight she snapped “The what? Know what never mind i have a feeling Dirtheman as much as he likes talking HE can explain that t to me later, but you cannot really be serious not fighting the darkspawn off? What does he plan to do once they find the guy with that corpse dragon?Certainly they will be considering leaving Mythal alone with everything going on here?”

“Well you should have thought about that before you stole from us to begin with.”Viven remarked,Daere slowly turned to look at her and snapped “For the last time that was not my assignment it was Zevran, i only helped because i knew the layout and if he had done it alone one of them would have certain killed him.”

“Either way what has happen is long past, Daere even if you were not involved with Corpheus release as much trouble you cause Dirtheman would have still been sent to investigate.”Mical explained,without looking up he uncovered a small chest .Daere watched in curiosity as he opened it, softly he spoke” after everything is handled i expect you to return the song doa and any pouches, the armor you are wearing you can keep until we are told otherwise do you understand?”

‘He shoulds like i even have a choice.’Daere thought bitterly, carefully she replied”Yes i understand.”

“wonderful are you guys done trying act as the ‘good’ guys.”Geldauran demand,Mical picked the song dao up from the chest.Something dangled from his wrist as he moved too her, slightly he snapped” Geldauran we didn't release this hell on our lands, so don't lecture us for faking being the good guys.”

“True, but you know how this started, if your false gods had left the demons free the formless one probably wouldn't have demanded such actions.”Geldauran growled, Daere snapped “Alright both of you, i think enough bitching and moaning has happened. So could we please get this over so i can bitch at Dirtheman for twisting his words yet again, for fuck sake why can't any of you just give a simple answer”

“She is right, we can point fingers at each other later but the more time we spend here the sooner they would defeat the ugly brod.If the area she had made a nest collapsed than Dirtheman would have to just give up or at least locate another artifact from them. ” Geldauran admitted,Daere lowered her head and groaned. He handed her the sheath, she tightened the loop around her waist.Slightly she wondered ‘I wonder if i pinch myself hard enough i would wake up in a inn because this really isn't what i expected uthenera, i blame those two.’

“Did you even hear a word i said?”Mical snapped, Daere tilted her ear up in the air.Slightly she inquired”I'm sorry i didn't catch that, when people start talking about pointless things i tend to zone out.”

“Viven already left, don't stray from Geldauran.”Mical demanded, Daere nodded her head.she remarked with a slight moan “Of course my oh so trusting guard.”
“Come on Daere before he decides to stab you as well and blames it on the darkspawn, even if you need to stop pissing people off.”Geldauran stated grabbing her arm, they stood there and watched as black feathers started to form on Mical’s arms.Daere watched in confusion,softly she muttered jokingly”I thought the strangest thing i would have seen was our people looking like snake people.”

“Not the time Daere.”Geldauran replied, it didn't take long before Mical shape shifting had completed. Daere watched as the black bird opened it's small wings, she wondered while he took flight ‘ i wonder if shapeshifting is another thing i can do with some practice, but then itf it was i don't think Dirtheman would have allowed me to stay on the grounds like he has been.’

“let us not give them another reason, shall we?”Geldauran inquired, Daere turned to look at him to see the huge three headed dog.Slowly she made her way over to them, Geldauran held out his hand holding onto a mask.Daere stopped in her tracks with a groan, slightly she complained”Not you too, for fuck sake Dirtheman has this thing on my neck and you want to muzzle me?”

“It isn't a muzzle and i am starting to see why they would consider it.”Geldauran remarked, he slowly added “ there is toxic gas down there, some of the inquisition has fallen victim to it. Most of the fighters down there are either those who chose to follow me or Mythal's sentinel Fen'Harel has a few of the emerald knights on the edge defending those that have already been collected,surprising enough despite the small war outbreak amongst them Sylaise is down here as well tending to the injured ”

“that is probably the weirdest thing i heard, but i will ask again the muzzle why?”Daere demanded,Geldauran looked at her with irrational.Slightly he demanded”Daere i get it you don't trust me or them but for fuck sake enough is enough, accept the help that is offered to you and stop acting like a fucking child.If Cecil was still a live i sure as hell would assume he would have said the same them.”

“Cecil is still alive, Dirtheman had him locked up.” Daere shot back, slowly she made her over to him and took the half mask from him.Geldauran explained “No he isn't, when we to speak with Dirtheman last night we found out about his passing from Mical.”
‘Why didn't he tell me Cecil had succumbed?’ Daere wondered, she brought the half mask slightly up to her face then paused.With a sigh Daere placed the mask over her mouth and nose, Geldauran reached around her head. He tied a knot,carefully avoiding her shoulder length dark brown hair.Softly he remarked”you will thank me for this in the long run.”

“You know that is the very thing people have told me over the years and i learn to outright hate them because they think it is cute to make me the butt of their jokes.”Daere growled,Geldauran replied “I am sorry you had to go through so much but i swear just like Fen'Harel i am here to help you.”

“Funny you say that now.”Daere muttered, she made her way over to the three headed dogs side. Geldauran rested his hands on her waist, he held her up slightly as she lifted herself onto cerberus back. Geldauran remarked “ I know what you are thinking but back then things were different, now i see why he left i just wish i had sooner.”

“Don't you think it is too late to be empathic?”Daere inquired, she gripped onto the soft fur. Geldauran answered”No, even if i had joined Fen'Harel sooner they would have still gone through with their plans.”

‘He is right, someone that is so dead set on something wouldn't just stop because someone didn't want to play ball.’Daere realized, she could feel Geldauran rest his body against hers.Slowly she turned to look at him with a glare upon his hand resting on her waist, softly she threatened” as much as i know why you need to be this close, if i feel anything from the back or your hand wandering where it doesn't belong. I don't guarantee some of those missing body parts will be coming from the enemy.”

“you have nothing to worry about.”Geldauran replied, she could see the nervousness creep in his eyes.Daere tilted her head slightly and closed her eyes, she smiled innocently under the half mask as she muttered “Good now how do you get this three head animal too move?”

“Cerberus.”Geldauran stated,Daere tightened her grip as the beast jolted forward.They could hear the sounds of swords clashing despite the fog seem to have thickened, blue flames could be seen covering weapons.Daere could faintly see the shape of the fighters as they rode past, suddenly without warning the two found themselves slightly in mid air. Daere rolled on the ground trying to register what had happened, she stared up in the air then moved to the side as a spar head appear.Quickly she got to her feet, she unhilted the song dao, raising one of the blades to her face.

Daere turned her head slightly hearing footsteps running her direction, she swagged her body to the side as the darkspawn in front thrust the spear forward, a painful scream informed her the attacker was yet another darkspawn.Keeping to the defensive, Daere dodged another attempt. She wondered not noticing a huge form hovering above her ‘I can barely see, do i really want to risk taking this off?’

“Fuck me.”Daere muttered realizing she was surrounded upon the fog clearing, she felt a heavy wind barreled down over her.Slowly she looked up as whitish blue flames started to pour from above.A nervous laugh erupted from her throat, Daere backed up slowly as the dragon landed in front of her.Slightly shaking her head Daere twirled one of the song dao, she muttered ”I guess i am in for around two with this creature.”

“Daere don't do it,Taliesin do you think you can clear us a path?”Geldauran inquired,he stopped by Daere’s side.A smile smirk passed onto her lips, slightly she thought ‘This is too easy, i can't pass this up.’

“Taliesin, is that really you?Certainly can't be since no one can gain so much weight in such a short time. “Daere remarked,the dragon stared at her.Slowly she lifted her hind leg and tail, Geldauran growled”Do you ever give it a rest.”

“What could i say, i saw an opportunity and i took it.”Daere replied, Taliesin sent her tail forward.The two ducked quickly avioding her tail as the air rushed passed them over them, they watched while her tail hit a few darkspawn that started to charge at them. Geldauran and Daere slowly stood, softly he asked “You knew they were there didn't you?”

“No, but there is usually a method to my madness, now Taliesin please falon i just want to go back to sleep if Dirtheman allows it.”Daere replied, slowly she shifted her gaze from Geldauran to the dragon. Geldauran muttered “You are outright hopeless.”

“As hopeless as i am i just save us wasting our energy fighting, where is the three headed mutt?”Daere inquired, Taliesin opened her wings and started to fly up into the air. The fog danced around them as she took flight, Geldauran explained with his tenchi withdrawn.She studied the black mist dancing on the blade, slowly she looked down at her song dao and groaned.Slightly she complained “This is really fucked up, how does Dirtheman expect me to survive?”

“Consider it a lesson on not depending so much on our abilities, i can understand the blood magick use being restrained because what he had put on you.But have either Fen’Harel or Dirtheman …”Geldauran started, Daere quickly snapped “This isn't the time getting into my sex life, besides wouldn't you be horrified if i did consider sleeping with Dirtheman?”

“Naturally but what really matters is who you want to be with, now like you pointed out this isn't the place and it won't take long before more find us here.Cerebus is holding the darkspawn off behind us and i don't think Taliesin as enough magick to sustain that form for long without it causing some strain on her body.”

‘Honestly i never could imagine her this powerful, but then by the looks of it Mythal did teach her.’Daere looked up at the light blue dragon, Geldauran walked past her. Another darkspawn emerged from the fog, Daere slowly made her way behind him as blue flames started to consume it.She kept her eyes forward,they followed close behind.

They could sense the darkspawn starting to thin from the battle field, the fog started to thin around the battle.Turn her head to the side, darkspawns started to act sluggish. Geldauran remarked “they must have wounded the broad mother greatly, but it still won't be enough.”

“Because they are not grey wardens i assume.”Daere stated, she sheathed her song dao. Geldauran explain while Taliesin landed in front of them.” if it was left to the grey wardens two lives would have been lost, we still have to figure a plan for the tevinter magister but at least he just lost another ally and the people will be able to have time to start recovering. "

"I have to get back."Taliesin remarked, Daere looked at her elven friend and nodded.Softly she stated "thank you, sorry we were late joining in.Also i didn't mean to get carried away, it is not everyday you learn someone you know can turn into a dragon."

"Tell Fen'Harel i will see him in abit."Geldauran remarked, he thrust his tenchi into the closet darkspawn as it stumbled towards them, the black mist quickly engulfed it as Daere looked up towards the entrance.She walked past Taliesin while she unhilted her dadao,whitish blue flames develop swiftly onto the blades while she started to walk further,Geldauran remarked “This is as far as i go as well to met up with the inquisition and destroy what we had created if you come across any darkspawn they should be weak enough for even you to handle.”

“Bite me, it ain't my fault i wasn't able to stretch my muscles before being sent here.”Daere grumbled, she headed into the mouth of the caven then stopped. Daere looked back at them, a dread started to eat at her while watching the two.A thought crossed her mind ‘Something bad is about to happen isn't it?’

“Stop standing there, with the broodmother close to death this place won't hold much longer.”Viven slightly snapped, Daere clenched her teeth together.Slowly she turned her head while removing the half mask.The rotting smell hit her nostrils causing Daere to gag, with ease she slide the half mask over her nose causing Viven giggled at Daere discomfort,she turned around to head back inside. Muttering as she disappearing into the darkness” Even so i think if it comes to it we can use the pendent to unlock the eluvian, it would save us a trip from talking to Fen'Harel ourselves.”

‘please let my gut feeling be wrong.’ Daere thought, slowly she followed the dread spreading down her spine.Without a word they traveled down the twisted dark tunnels, finally she couldn't take it anymore as the ground started to tumble”Viven we need to leave, whatever he had asked you guys to get isn't worth our lives”

“If you had been here sooner instead of screwing around, we could have been in and out while they were still fighting.”Viven remarked,the room widened as Daere thought hatefully ‘Your really going to blame me for being late?’
“Viven we have a problem.”Mical remarked,Viven inquired sharply”Well solve it, i want to get out of these as soon as possible.”

“You know what would happen if we used the wrong one.”Mical stated, Daere stopped, she stood in the entrance and watched as Vive walk briskly towards him.He held out a pendant and a bracelet towards her, she look at each then grabbed the pendant from him.Stating sharply, walking over to the eluvian.”I am certain this is the one.”

‘ The air..it is lacking something...oh no.’Daere realized dirt started to fill the room, she outstretched her hand, shouting “Wait don't do that..”

“do you ever shut up?”Viven snapped holding the pendant towards the mirror, Mical lost color in his face as the smooth surface started to crack. Instinctively Daere knew they were trapped, a white light started to pour through the cracks of the mirror. The room filled with blinding light causing Daere to bring her arms up over her face, a familiar male voice angrly echo within the room. “Curse them, curse them all.They will pay for what they did to her, we will have our revenge i swear it Mythal.”

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“we couldn't find a trace of them after we got done with the broodmother, but i have already sent word to Leliana to have the scouts search.”Daere could hear the inquistior explain, slowly she walked down the hall until the air shifted.She could the four standing in a circle, soldiers were moving past them.Daere looked around, she thought wondered ‘What is going on?Where is Mical and Viven?’’

“I told you this was a bad idea and yet you insisted, how could you Dirthamen.”Solas sneer, he balled his hand into a fist and took a step forward.Not fazed by his actions Dirtheman calmly explained“Fen'Harel there is a time and place for everything, this might be a good thing”

“A good thing? How is sending your people into there and not be concerned if they are injured or worse?”Solas snapped,Mythal stopped him in his tracks.Dirtheman replied calmly”Daere has proven time and again she doesn't die so easily like our sentinels, so why should i have been concern?”

“ Fen'Harel no bodies so far have been found, there might be a chance they were misguided somewhere in Thedas, Dirthamen why don't the both of you for once in your bloody life work together to try and resolve this instead of pretending to be cold about their disappearance.” Mythal demanded, Dirtheman turned to her . He stated sharply“There is an issue with that Mythal,Elgar'nan still has his suspensions on my actions. I shouldn't even be here, but something interfered with my black mirror pond.I should ask Falon’Din,if by chance they did die then there won't be an issue finding out the answer having him summoning their departed spirits instead of wasting our time like this.”

“What makes you think Falon’Din would even agree too this?”Solas demanded,Dirtheman turned to walk away.He ignore Solas,promptly the inquisitor stated ”If it wasn't for Daere we wouldn't have had shelter that night, we would probably be stuck fighting you and your people because of a misunderstanding. I will see if Morrigan can't keep an eye out to help lessen your guys burden, if she is dead it would be a shame to lose someone like her so soon.”

"I'm right here, I'm not dead... Daere implied softly, she reached out to touch his arm only to grab nothing but air.The vision shifted only to expose a dark damp room, pain shot there her body. She could feel a burning sensation as she slowly sat up. Glancing at the ground Daere could see a dark small puddle, gently she touched the cool ground.Daere pressed her fingers in the puddle then lifted it up to her face, softly she muttered” what happened?why is it so dark?Is this my blood?

“Lovely even in death i can seem to get rid of you.”Mical voice groaned clearly in pain,Daere looked at him then at Viven. Weakly she inquired waiting to see any movement from her “Why are you laying there, haven't you healed yourself since it seems you have been up?”

“the blast must have temporally made me not able tap into the fade.”Mical explained, he paused then added” you seem like you gotten off lucky,when i awoke i had check both you and Viven.The collar you were so desperate on removing seemed to have saved you from being decapitated, you really should be thanking him once we return.”

“What do you mean?”Daere asked softly, her fingertips touched the slightly shredded leather.She harden her voice “What about Viven?”

“You don't want to see, the eluvian made her face unrecognizable.Her breast plates seemed to have encaved into her body, but if you don't believe me then be my guest and look.”Mical implied,Daere felt a wave a sickness developed.Painfully she rested her hand upon the rough surface,Daere clenched her teeth together as she got to her feet.Daere looked at him, slightly she demanded”Are you getting up as well.”

“unlike you i did put some effect fighting.”Mical shot at her, Daere calmly stated”You are the one that told me to don't fight or to get involved so really i just barely lifted a finger and as you put it let everyone else do the work.”

“do me a favor and make yourself useful, gather some wood or something the air is unnaturally freezing.” Mical ordered, Daere blinked a couple of times.Slightly she wondered”And who do you think you are talking to with that tone.’

‘Of course, while i am at it would you like me to get you some warm booties?Maybe rubbing you testicles then ripping them off before force feeding you them ’Daere wondered calmly, they glared at each in silence.Finally Daere tilted her head to the side and smiled, warmly she stated”Of course it would give me the wonderful chance to see where we are.”

“Don't be long .”Mical growled, she started to walk past him. For a brief moment Daere paused, slightly she stated”I wouldn't dream of it, so have some faith.”

“You haven't done anything for me to have some faith da’len.”Mical muttered,Daere ignore him as she walked out.She was quick to cover her eyes as the setting sun’s ray hit her face,slowly she lowered her hand and stood there.Daere muttered”I know where we are, i wonder if the Avvar have moved on from here?”

‘But something is different, why does the fade feel faint against my skin?’Daere wondered, slowly she walked down the beaten path.Her mind drifted ‘That voice when the eluvian shattered..that was no doubt was Solas, did Elgar’nan succeed? But what was it i just saw just now?’

“It doesn't matter does it?” Daere stated out loud, she limped down a steep hill as a cold breeze suddenly picked up.Daere stopped, she wondered ’a little too soon for winter unless we manage to miss a few months, if we had that should buy me some time to find out if that guy was right about the tantô blade still existing.”

“you heard the inquisition will be paying a visit here.”a male voice remarked,Daere quickly took cover behind the closest tree.She shifted her gaze to the side while they walked past, Daere narrowed her eyes and listened “Boss wants to kill them so he has already sent a team to spill their blood on that haunted island.”

‘The avvar leader i know never would allowed this, what is Sun Bear thinking?’ Daere wondered,a wave of dizziness caused her closed her eyes. Softly she groan “Maybe i haven't gotten out with a few cuts.”

“Did you hear that?”Daere could hear their leader inquired, she sat there unmoving praying they would just think of her nothing more of a corpse.With no luck they made their way back, the leader stated “Was this dalish here when we first walked by?”

“Not, isn't the markings on her forehead seem..different?”a woman inquired, Daere slowly opened her eyes.The leader grunted “So you are alive, i say it won't be much longer but until then let us make you useful.”

‘Of course i end up with these type of humans.’Daere thought bitterly, she watched as he turn to his companions.Roughly he order.”Hold my weapons, she isn't too dead enough to take advantage of .”

“can i have a turn afterwards?”a young swordsman inquired,the leader eyed Daere. He started to undo the front of his belt, Daere rested her hand at the top of the hilt of the song dao.The leader chuckled softly”Go ahead and try it knife ear, but certainly you are not stupid.”

‘And clearly you have no idea who the fucking hell you are messing with.’Daere thought hatefully,the avvar leader grabbed the top of her hair. He yanked her head while exposing his manhood.Daere clenched her teeth together as he pulled harder, with a rough growl he demanded”Now open your mouth.”
“You want a blowjob?”Daere replied calmly, her angry thundered inside her as she fought her own rage.The avvar leader sneer”I am getting it if you work with me or not, now hold still.”

“As you wish.”Daere giggled softly, she felt a part of her snap.Before anyone could react, Daere unhilted her song dao completely.Swiftly she embedded the blade right into his a waiting cock, Daere shifted the weight of her body.Her feet connected to the ground as she pulled the blade upward, slicing him nearly in two, Daere yanked the blade back than pointed them both towards the ground.

The avvar leader stood there, his intestines slowly fall to the ground with a soft pump as he looked down.Slowly Daere turned to face the others, she could hear his body fall behind her as the copper smell filled her nostrils.Softly she demanded ”Now i am only going to ask this once since my shitty day just got shittier, your shit is mine, leave it where you are standing and i promise you no one else has to die.”

“ she...she...you killed our captain, unforgivable kill the knife ear!”The young avvar swordsman shouted,Daere outstretched her hand.She clenched her teeth harder realizing her mistake, slightly she moved to the side as he swung his sword down.She hatefully thought ’That is right as long as i have this on i can't use the only ability i have without having to go through that mess.’

“Hold still.”the avvar swordsman growled,Daere dodged another swing.The avvar archer loaded their bow as their mage started to chant, Daere lifted one of the song dao to block the avvar swordsman blade.She quickly swung the second song dao, sliding the sharp edges against his throat.

Blood sprayed out from the open gap as Daere started to turn her attention towards the surviving two, the avvar archer drew back the string.The avvar mage casted an ice spell as the archer let go of the finch, Daere kept her pace.She moved away from the arrows path only to have the avvars mage ice shard gazed the side of her shoulder, without flinching Daere picked up her pace.Purposely she targeted the avvar mage, her blades ready to taste more of the blood as she swung at him.Keeping her rage under control Daere managed to keep him on the defense, the avvar archer loaded her bow again.

Not wanting to get the archer a clean shot, Daere moved behind the avvar mage.She held him in place as the avvar archer let go of the string, Daere held him watching while the arrow pierced his heart. Realizing her comrades had fallen, the avvar archer back up and loaded another.Daere stopped in her tracks, she demanded”Enough, your brothers in arms are dead. I am willing to spare your life, but you are the only one that has to consider if it is worth to continue fighting?”

“your a dalish that is with the inquisition are you not?”the avvar archer inquired, she kept the arrow aimed at Daere. Daere shook her head no, softly she answered”I just wasted your peoples blood because you assumed i was with them? I work for no one but myself, i have answered your question what are you going to do? “

“i will be back,but the next time don't think you will see our god raise from the tombs.”the avvar archer threaten, she placed the arrow back into the bag.Daere watched with weary as the long archer walked away, slowly she looked around her. A soft weak smile passed her lips as she made her way to the small stream, Slowly she fall to her knees, cupping her hands into the cool icy water.Daere cleaned off the blood from her face, the words ran rapide through her thoughts ’ i work with no one, then what i’m i doing? I got into a war i barely understand, i am allowing myself to play the captive to one of them...am i truly this lost?’

“impressive and here i thought you might need some help, can i ask who you are”a male voice inquired close by, Daere closed her eyes.A soft groan escaped her lips upon noticing the new arrivals,softly she stated “i don't want anymore trouble so please leave me alone so i can take these things to my friend.”

“Certainly, what is a dalish doing this far? I take there is a alravel close by?”the human male inquired,Daere studied the brunette .Here eyes shifted to his elven companion as two more joined his side,Her eyes rested on the dark skinned mage. Daere thought while she got to her feet “ never thought i would see another mag with horns, i wondered if she has the grace like Mythal or a viper that hides.’

“Well?”the new intruder started to demand, Daere pulled out a cloth from her side.She looked down at the song dao and started to clean off the blood from the blades, softly she spoke”Don't make the same mistake as the others and stop confusing me with the dalish, they are not my people.”

“Sounds like someone learn something from Solas.”The man with the black hair stated,Daere paused. She took a breath, slightly she wondered ‘Is Solas here?But how is that possible?If he is then…’

“Is the inquisitor here?If she is can i speak to her?”Daere asked,she hilt her song dao then looked at them.She could hear the confusion in his tone”She? Someone must have misinformed you but i am the inquisitor, if you need proof i can show you the mark and what it does.

“Mark?”Daere repeated slowly,she looked at him then at his companions.She shifted her attention back to the brunette then let out a soft sigh, without pressing Daere started to pick up the avvar supplies. Not wanting to hear more Daere replied” I don't want to know, in fact i wish you well on whatever you are planning to do just please don't get me or my own companion involved.”

“we could use you.”the inquisitor stated, Daere turned around sharply.She snapped”No, enough i am tired of people like you thinking they have ever right to use me. I am not a discarded tool like any of you think i am.”

“Take it easy, i would assume judging by the collar your a runaway slave.”he stated, Daere growl turning her back towards him.” even if i told you, chances are you wouldnt believe a word i said.”

“Try me, i bet it is nothing compared to the things i have seen since after haven blew up.”the inquisitor remarked, Daere could feel her body starting to overheat again.She wondered ‘did i swallow some of the darkspawn blood by accident?’

“I don't trust you.”Daere stated making her way back, she could hear the human mage remark”Let the elven woman go,we need to hurry if we are to stop the hakkonites from freeing their god.”

‘another god that is nothing more than a spirit..but why doe he need to be freed?What is this place?’Daere wondered, she shivered.Softly she muttered “Im going to have a hell of a time gathering firewood.”

“It is a good thing i went ahead and did so.”Mical remarked, Daere looked at him.She nodded her head then made her way inside, carefully she lowered the bags onto the ground.He asked”what happened you were suppose to gather supplies and get back here.”

“I ran into some trouble but i manage to handle it, Mical i think we need to find Solas.”Daere replied, Mical remarked”No, Lord Dirtheman had strict orders that…”

“Just like Mythal, Fen'Harel helps protects Revas if we talk to him we can go back and explain why we are late.”Daere explained,Mical growled “After we rest a bit we are too look for Sylaises earthly home.”

“Do you really think we will even find Sylaise?”Daere inquired staring into the flames,Mical demanded”Of course, this terrain is perfect for her to gather herbs.Once we get back i am certain Lord Dirtheman would want to do something with that fever you are developing, you didn't think i had noticed?”

“I didn't think you would even care.”Daere admitted,he remarked “The dead don't feel as hot as you did earlier, as far to my knowledge you are in no danger from the blight but i wouldn't know that for certain.”

“hey knife ear, you should have just killed me when you had the chance.”A familiar woman voice echoed from the entrance,Mical stated”You didn't watch your surroundings or kill everyone like your suppose to did you,Daere?”

“I figured letting avvar acher watch me gut her captain would have been enough to discouraged any further actions, besides i did get the supplies like you asked ”Daere innocently explained,Mical growl as he glared at her”If you plan on attacking someone you need to finish the job asshole, because this is what happens”

“Alright alright since i happen to bring this, i will fix it.”Daere muttered, slowly stood up.Mical made his way over to the cavern entrance, he paused at the mouth.With disbelief, without looking back Mical growled”Dammit Daere could you not do anything right?”

“What there was only four of them, there is no possible way she could have...okay so maybe i should have finished the job.”Daere stated, her gaze fall upon the avvar archers companions causing her to realized ‘Something bad must be happening if she managed to gather the others this quickly.’

“Alright which one of you fuckers want to die first?”Daere threatened, she unhilt her song dao ignoring her pain.She could feel Mical grip the back of her collar, he muttered giving her a slight tag.”I think it is better we have to leave the things you pick from their dead and retreat.”
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And how do you suggest we do this?”Daere inquired sharply, the two stood there as six avvar soldiers started to charge at them.The avvar mages and archer readied themselves, not far from where they stood they could hear the avvar woman shout”Too bad we won't let you two live long enough to regret the day you came across us.”

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What the hell are the two of you? "The avvar archer woman muttered, blood trailed from her mouth as the sun started to set in the distance.Daere knelt down, she wiped the blood off as best as she could. Shaking her head slightly, Daere spoke "You should have just left like i told you and not have came back , all of this was unnecessary I'm sorry.”

“you need to stop showing them compassion, they got what they deserved.Honestly why did you think talking to them would change anything after you seem to have let her escape to begin with.” Mical growled, he made his way over to them.Without hesitation he raised his tenchi over the avvar archers head, Daere turned her head away sharply feeling the slight breeze the blade as he thrust downward Softly she remarked “Even if they refused to listen to reason, they do deserve to be treated as a living being.”

“Tell me what do you plan to do when we get back?You cannot keep playing the defense, Lord Dirtheman will expect you to do more.”Mical stated,Daere slowly got to her feet.She watched him clean off the blade of the tenchi.Just as he started to hilt the tenchi,Daere quickly rested her song dao at his throat.Calmly she explained ”Dirtheman isn't stupid making any moves, even you know that. He has the option to impress me but so far his threats..especially last night, he will have to make it up.I do have my morals and he is still considered a threat to me, despite everything he has done.”

“I see that loud mouth was an act.”Mical remarked,Daere slightly smiled.Slowly she stated nicking his neck with the tip of her song dao”You have no idea,do you really think i was too full of myself when i allowed survivors to spread the rumor about a ‘purple eye demon’?No, just like the false gods i needed the reputation.People respond more out of fear for someone then by respect, asshole like you learn to leave me alone and if they don't that is when ‘accidents’ happen.”

“So what are you going to do? If we are beyond our time do you plan to kill me as well?You might think you can run and hide here but Lord Dirtheman will figure it out.”Mical remarked calmly, Daere lowered the song dao to her side. She muttered”As much as that sounds like a good idea i know you're right, the man is desperate since all he can summon are black birds.He saw an opportunity and really if i was in his position, half drugged with whatever my people were i might have done the same thing.”

“Daere.”Mical calmly stated, she looked at him.Without warning his fist hit her on the cheek ,Daere fall to the ground roughly.More pain shot through her body as Mical rested the edge of his tenchi close under her throat, calmly he threatened”Our orders were not to kill you, but i can't guarantee if you threaten me again with any type of weapon.”

“The way your etching that blade of yours it seems you have already decided the even Dirtheman threats are not enough to keep you from doing what you want.”Daere replied, she closed her eyes and moved her head to the side allowing the blade to touch her skin between the collar.”Mical moved his tenchi away, slightly he growled”I know what you are doing, i am not going to give in to my own satisfaction.”

“ step away from her and no one has to get hurt.”Daere smiled hearing the inquisitor voice close by,Mical looked up, he hardened his expression as he replied calml6“This isn't what you think, i was told to keep her in order”
“Help me...I tried to bring back supplies and this...”Daere softly whimpered, Mical growl looking down at her.”Dammit Daere are you trying to get me killed, tell them the truth or so help me i will…”

“You will what?Drop your weapon and step back”the inquisitor voice grew louder,Daere lowered her head and sighed.Softly she muttered”Ir abelas for the trouble inquisitor but he is my companion i mentioned.Why are you here?”

“We didn't think you would have got much from those scouts, why is one of Mythal’s sentinel threatening you?”the inquisitor asked, Mical tightened his grip on the hilt of the tenchi.He angrily shouted”Don't get me mixed up with that bitches weaklings.”

‘So i was wrong, but what is going on?’ Daere wondered, she dusted herself off.Softly she asked as Mial sheathed his tenchi “Mythal is still here?What about the others?”

“No just a few ancient elves, are you speaking about the elven gods that were locked away by Fen’Harel?”the inquisitor explained, he slowly added “you two are not from here, it would be better if you come back with us. You won't find what you are looking for.

“Why should we believe a shemlens organization?”Mical demanded,Daere slowly got up.She turn to face Mical, softly she spoke”As much as you hate them we really don't have a choice, this the best way for us to get answers Mical.”

“You try anything else or if this is any more of your tricks”Mical stated, he pointed his finger up to her face.Daere muttered”Mical save it, i don't want to camp out there if we don't know what is out here.”

“At least we can agree on something, take this it will help.”Mical remarked, he pulled out a small ward herbs from his pouch.Roughly Mical forced open her hand then shoved them into her palm, Daere looked down, she looked back at him realizing what it was as he started to walk back into the cavern.Slightly she demanded ”Why didn't give me this sooner, this could have saved me from a lot of pain.”

“Because i wanted to make it easy on myself getting your ass back, the only reason why i even decided to do so now is because i am not carrying your shit and Viven body.” Mical shot back, he disappeared from her sight.The inquisitor stopped a few paces from her, gently spoke “We could just start walking, he doesn't have to come with us.”

“No, but i am surprise you would suggest a thing...but then your judgment is probably nothing like the inquisitor back in our era.Why are you not surprised to see us?”Daere inquired, she turned to look at him.The inquisitor explained”I would have been but the voices from the well of sorrow told me to keep trying, that you needed to get back.Plus i have had some experience with time travel just never had to live a life from an alternate timeline.”

“Well of sorrows?and please don't get into stories on time travel i already have a headache from that is going on back home.”Daere muttered, she throw her head back and popped the herbs into her mouth. She chewed tasting the bitter earth that still clung to the slightly dried leaves, the inquisitor stated “I can imagine,Daere right?That is an odd elven name but then i can understand just by the colouration of your eyes, i never thought it was possible for the iris could have two colors so light.If you didnt talk or if i didn't listen to the well i could have sworn you were nothing but a walking corpse well preserved”
“What are you talking about? My eyes are light purple..”Daere explained,Mical voice stated”There not, not after what Dirtheman did.Take your half mask and let us get going, I am certain they have more important matters to attend to.”

“He is right, we were following a trail when i stumbled on you.The avvar is trying to release a spirit that is trapped within a dragon, they were going to use their rival clan animal as a sacrifice but we managed to stop that.”The inquisitor explained,Mical did the best to hand over her half mask.He stated”Daere don't drag us into anymore. “

“Don't worry i have no intention to.”Daere calmly explained,she took the half mask from him and stare down at the front studying the design.Her thoughts drifted ‘Dirtheman you have one interesting yet annoying mind thinking it was cute having this look like a dogs nostril.’

“I can help you with that.”The inquisitor offered, Mical looked at him hatefully .Sharply he sneered while side glancing at Daere”You are not putting your filthy hands on Viven, we are not like that thing.”

“While you are with us, i don't want to see you harming her.She is your companion and should be treated with respect, do i make myself clear?”The inquisitor stated coldly,Mical looked at him then at Daere.Softly he stated “You have no idea what she is capable of or how many of our people died because of her, i would say you would regret standing up to her but then even if her family had moved they always seem to stay with the shemlens like you.”

“Daere.”The inquisitor calmly stated eyeing Mical with weary,she replied”No he knows more and might be able to help get us back, besides by now i am use to the insults that comes from anyone.”

“That doesn't mean you need to take it.”The inquisitor remarked,Daere looked up at him.She smiled softly, Daere replied”Even if i don't have to take it, there is just some battles not worth fighting.What they say, how they act, how they want to treat other is a reflection how horrible of a person they are.I am not saying i am innocent of any wrongdoing but that just proves i am just as human as they are.”

“You are a piece of work, inquisitor camp where is it.”Mical demanded,the inquisitor nodded.He replied”Follow us.”

“Us?”Daere inquired, she looked at him oddly.The inquisitor pointed in the direction he had arrived, softly he explained”I told my traveling companions to wait for me close by, i didn't want you guys to be alarmed.You nearly got shot by my own archer if you hadn't listen to my orders, Mical.”

“I don't see how that is even possible there is no one close by but yourself.”Mical sneered,the inquisitor shook his head.They started to step over dead avvar bodies, he explained”Sera despite being a bit loose in the head is a good shot, if she had missed chances are Rainier would be charging in while Vivienne casted an ice wall to keep you from escaping.”
“You said Rainier?Thomas Rainier?”Daere inquired,the inquisitor inquired” you sound like you know him, is there someone by that name back where you are from?”

“Yes...well there was, himself and his men were causing trouble so i was assigned to kill him.It wasn't pretty, part of me wanted to wait and observe his behavior.But it came to it i wasn't able too the first night i had joined them, Rainier had ordered his men to wipe out a whole family.They had succeed right before my very eyes, i couldn't let it stand so that night i put some herbs in their stew to paralyze them.One by one they just laid there and watched as they comrades had their throat slit until i had finally came to him, i sat down on his stomach trying to find that reason he would change.But found nothing, i made certain his death was as painful as it possible could get. It did take much to cut open his stomach and place his internal organs right beside him, to be honest i am surprised he stay alive long enough for me to cut out his heart. "

"Daere did you really have to get into detail." Mical stated in disgust, Daere looked at him.The inquisitor stated with hesitation "you don't have to worry about our Rainier doing that, also could you please refine from doing that to anyone while the both of you are here. I don't need murders or assassination happening under my hold while we are trying to fight a blight corrupted mad man."

"Corypheus?"Mical inquired, the inquisitor looked at him oddly.He answered "yes, i assuming he has been causing problems with the grey wardens with your people as well or do you have any?"

"We use to, but all of them succumbed to their calling causing an a deadly outbreak. The inquisitor back in our era just killed the broodmother when we arrived to gather something for Dirtheman." Daere explained, she paused in her tracks as they reached the others.The inquisitor introduced, stopping a few feet from the others "The elven woman, is Sera a word of advice try to avoid talking about anything about elven history. The mage is Enchantress Vivvane, and the soldier dressed in the grey wardens outfit is.."

"Rainier, i never would have recognized you with that beard." Daere remarked calmly, she bite her tongue as a threat got caught in her throat.The Rainier inquired in confusion "have we met?Because i am certain would have remember someone of your nature"

“It is long story.”Daere stated, the inquisitor remarked”I will explain later when we return, but right now hey have agreed to head to camp.Once we discover the fate of the first inquisitor and settle a score, they will be a guest at Skyhold.Hopefully either Dorian or Solas could help make sense to why they are here, maybe it would give us some leads to defeat Corypheus.”

“If that is true then maybe there is something Lord Dirthamen or the others have might have not thought of to finally finish him before we execute the rest of the veneration roaches.”Mical replied, the inquisitor stated”that is an odd name to call the tevinters, here we just call the cult vents for soft.”

“Mical, i would assume none of the forgotten ones are here...it seems we have more o explain then i realized.”Daere pointed out,Mical remarked”This is why i try to make certain when using any keys on those blasted eluvians to make certain here the right one.”

“Speaking of that when are you guys going to allow me access? If something happens wouldn't it be fair to, i don't know let me in on how to travel?”Daere remarked sharply,Mical stared at her blankly.He relied coldly”You just tried to kill me and your asking about the eluvian, Daere do you even understand why Lord Dirtheman is keeping you under such strict supervisor?”

“Dirtheman isn't that one of the elven gods?Please don't tell me we have two more efly nutters on our hands, putting up with baldy is more than enough then i can handle.”Sera groaned, the inquisitor remarked”then maybe you might want to avoid the war room for awhile, i am quite interested to hear what more they have to say.”

“Shocking a shemlen that even cares for what we ‘knife ears’ have to say.” Mical muttered, Daere snapped”And you guys get one my case for being an ass, there are more out there but you decided to cluster yourselves away from them.Even if i have issues with my own people there are those from both the dalish and the alienage have learned to live in some harmony together, so in your words knock the fuck off.”

“Something tells me this is going to be a long trip back to Skyhold.”She could hear Rainier remark, Vivienne wasted no time stating “Well let us hope that is not the case deary, now should we move along? I fear they might have started without us and the last thing we need is someone else wanting to go on a rampage.”

“True.”The inquisitor remarked, he turned to both Mical and Daere then added” the roads ahead should be clear but try to hurry i even don't know when they start spreading out. You guys are welcome to whatever we have, just if your not feeling to adventurous dont eat what the friendly avvar have already given my troops some of them have already fallen ill. And Mical talk to someone about the body if you are serious about bring her with us, you can trust us.”

“Any preparation she will need to travel i can handle by myself.”Mical growled,the inquisitor nodded. Daere replied softly “Thank you again, you don't know how much we appreciate this inquisitor.”

“you might appreciate it but i still say we are better off without them.”Mical explained as they stood there, Daere replied”Mical you said yourself you couldn't cast a spell, now i don't know about you i am starting to get curious the reason why.Am i the only one wanting to see how different this place is with the evanuris hurting people? How do they live here?”

“Well this curiosity of yours will get you killed if your not careful,now my arms are really getting tired could we hurry?”Mical inquired, he turned and started to head the direction the inquisitor had told them.Daere followed close behind, part of her knew the answer as she thought ‘I bet it had something to do with what i heard..i just know it, i hope the Solas here would share what had happen before we leave...if we leave.I mean why would he not?The Solas back there seemed to want to share with me, so how much different could th8s Solas be?’

“pick up your pace, i think i see torches close by.”Mical remarked breaking into her thoughts ,Daere mouth started to as the smell of food started to fill the air.With a slight squeak she replied” I wondered if they have some honey, oh..would i kill for something sweet.”

“Well you wouldn't be starving if you touched what Lord Dirtheman tried to fed you.”Mical groan in both pain and annoyance ,Daere ignore him.She picked up her pace as the inquisition soldiers started to notice their presence.

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“I honestly don't know how you guys could have gotten this low on supplies before getting back, i thought i had sent more than enough”the antivan woman remarked, the inquisition soldiers moved past them leading the horses to the stables.Mical rested his hand over his face as the inquisitor groaned slightly, glancing at Daere “We had some help sadly , after we defeated the ice dragon they told us she was down to her fifth bowl.Some of the soldiers got sick just watching her eat the pickled fish that were given to us when we first arrived.”

“Sorry about that, i will keep her better under control while we are here.Are you certain the shemlens here know how to keep our companion from decomposing to badly?”Mical asked, slowly he moved his hands a way.Daere kept her eyes closed, keeping her distance behind them.She could hear the inquisitor state calmly.”You have nothing to worry about, they have tended to plenty since Haven was destroyed.”

“Haven?”Daere inquired softly, she opened opened her eyes.The antiva woman quickly took notice of her, out of curiosity she asked”Inquisitor where did you find this dalish?I don't think i have seen any with those markings.”

“Well this one is going to be a fun one to explain, shall i say something or are you already tired of hearing my voice.”Daere replied calmly looking at Mical, quickly the inquisitor stated” that is why they came back with us, it seems time magick isn't just stopping and sending people to the future.Where is Alexus, i want to know if he had any more pupils out there we didn't know about.”

“Isn't that something you need to ask Dorian about?”The antivan woman asked, Daere barely contain her excitement.She inquired “Is the Iron Bull here too?”

“How many of my people by name do you happen to know from your life?”The inquisitor demanded,Daere looked at Mical, he stated”Don't look at me you're the one that has a thing for these people.”

“I am seeing if i have permission to say anything.”Daere replied calmly, she paused then growled slightly “Like you stated moments before, we can't do anything to alter anything from this timeline.”

“Do you just ask to be punched in the face? Because until the two of you go through the handfasting i am certain Lord Dirtheman would not mind teaching you a lesson or two ”Mical threatened sharply,Daere could hear the inquisitor sigh.Softly he remarked” I don't think i can stand back any longer,Josephine could you see if we have at least two rooms so we don't have anyone scrubbing off blood from the floors.”

“She is too stay…”Mical started to growl, the inquisitor nearly snapped”I swear the two of you are worst then the nobles and the chantry put together, with you constantly threatening and bickering all the way here i am surprised she hasn't turned against you.”
“Was the trip truly that bad herald?”Josephine couldn't contain her shock,he turned to look at her.Not hiding his annoyance”You have no idea, i thought things got bad when Solas and Vivienne got into it.”

“Just let me do my job and i won't lecture you on how you run things, shemlen ”Mical demanded,slowly the inquisitor looked at him.Daere looked up just as a door closed by the bridge, she could hear the inquisitor warned ” Your companion might not seem to care how you treat her, but if either myself or anyone catches you raising your hand at her again i will have you thrown in the dungeon.”

“Even if she has admitted trying to use you to kill me back there, you still defend this wrenched elf?”Mical growled, Daere lowered her head.She step between the two men, softly she spoke.”I appreciate what you are doing, but he isn't all at fault.I wasn't raised like he was, if you want to know the short version i was just thrown into the mess.I shouldn't have jump the job that i had received so please lighten up.We will follow whatever rules you have here as long as you keep your promise to help us, if we are lucky our people are trying to find a way and we will be gone before you know it.”

“Two rooms or one, Herald?”Josephine inquired,Daere answered calmly, slightly taking a bow”One is ok, we came here together there is no point to separate us now.But i shouldn't speak out of place, if he feels differently then you should listen to him.”

“i will see what is available, with the war almost over more people have decided to join in your absence.”Josephine explained,Daere sighed softly. She quickly asked ” is it possible i look around here?”

“That should be fine, just leave your weapons with the rest of ours.”the inquisitor stated,Daere slowly looked at Mical.She could see the discomfort in his eyes, trying to reassure him Daere replied”If i wander off, whatever wrath your waiting to unleash on me can be ten times fold and i won't say anything.”

“The wandering part i am not concerned about and you know this.”Mical muttered,slowly she started to walk away from them.Daere past a couple of the merchants and made her way towards the stables, she covered her mouth as a yawn passed her lips.Slightly she wondered ‘I could do without the use of magick, but still this place feels so heavy.Like it is dying despite the people here are doing what they can to survive, and why were the avvar so aggressive?’

“i half expected the inquisitor making his rounds here.”Rainier’s voice remarked softly,Daere stopped at the doorway.Her eyes rested upon the wooden griffin rocker, softly she asked”Does the inquisitor have griffins? “

“They have been extinct for centuries now.”He replied calmly, slowly he looked back at her and asked”Do they exists where your from?”
“Yes, but never rode on one our elven nobles had mostly used them to scout...or i would assume.Your probably thinking the way we talked that i am someone of high importance that might have some loose screws, but that isn't the case.”Daere slightly explained, she shifted her gaze to the elk, muttering”I bet i won't find hallas with wings on them either here, how did this happen?”

“ what do you mean?”Rainier inquired, Daere replied”Ir abelas, i am probably expecting too much.I guess i am still trying to get over the fact that even if this place looks like it does back home, it isn't.”

“Well we do still have some hallas, as much as the inquisitor has been spending on mounts i think if you were to ride out with us he can get you settled.”Rainer explain,Daere shook her no, she slightly threatened ”I will tell you the same thing i told people back home, you even consider sitting me on one of those things i will make you last few days on earth a living hell.”

“I am pretty much done here, do you want to come with me to the traven?”Rainier inquired while leaning forward grabbing a ragged cloth, he picked it up and wiped his hands.Daere studied him, she wondered ‘Was i too quick to judge his counterpart?This guy isn’t...no even if this person in front of me seems more gentle there was nothing there when i had arrived.’

“I don't do alcoholic drinks, i know most do it to forget about their problems but i have seen even drinking does more harm than good but thank you for the offer.”Daere explain,Rainier walked up to her.He remarked”You don't have to go there to drink, but it might make things less tensed if you interact with the soldiers here even if the both of you are leaving.”

‘He is right, i need to take advantage of this since i wasn't able to make it to Wycome.’Daere thought, Rainier started to walk past her.She replied”It would be odd doing this but i don't know when will be the next time i will be able to enjoy being with your kind.”

“I am certain by now the way your friend is demanding things, the inquisitor has summoned the mages into the war room since magick has been involved.”Rainier explained, he paused, she could notice the tension grow as she turned to see what was wrong.Mical stormed his way over to them. He growled “The fucking bastard won't do it, so it is up to the tevinter and the witch.”

“That doesn't sound right...Solas he...he has to.”Daere remarked trying to keep her calm, a shred of panic lingered.He stopped a few feet from them, without hesitation Mical growled “He wouldn't say why but the Solas here is trying to convince our host to throw us out.”

“Do you know why?”Daere slightly demanded,Mical answered”I wish i knew, he was already there waiting for the inquisitor.If i heard him correctly Solas demanded that the inquisitor throw out that despair abomination before it turns on against these soldiers,Daere how the fucking hell do you manage to be hated even here?”

“How can i be hated when i haven't even been here before?You think i could magically piss him off then come back?”Daere struggled with her voice, her body shook slightly with anger. Mical studied her, quickly he stated”No but i find it odd that he seemed to have needed to contain himself before when even had a chance to say anything.”

‘What are we going to do, I was starting to be prepared with the crap back home..but this?The longer we are here who knows what we are messing up with history just by being here.’Daere thought, she placed her hand on her forehead.With ease she ran her hand back letting out a sigh, Mical remarked”I'm just as annoyed by this as well.”

“would the inquisitor have an issue if i took a walk or take one of the mounts for a bit?”Daere inquired,Mical threatened ”Daere, i swear if you make anymore problems, if you even think just because we are here that you can run away i won't let that happen.”

“Mical do you ever get tired being an ass?How stupid do i look to you? ”Daere snapped angrily,watching Mical open his mouth to replied Daere muttered “Don't answer that, i know my actions before haven't done me any justice but you and the others have not given me a reason why i shouldn't tell you to just piss off.Where is he, maybe i can talk some sense into him.”

“Good luck on that, he has been keeping himself distant from everyone after the inquisitor made Cole more human.”Rainier explained,Daere slowly turn her head to look at him. She demanded”How is it possible to turn a spirit into a human?What in creators name were any of you thinking turning a spirit into a human, that is against the laws of nature changing someone or something from what they were meant to be.How dare you commit such a sin?”

“Daere i assume you know someone named Cole?”Mical inquired, she looked at him while explaining The day Falon’Din killed my half brother Cole approached me, he suggested i ran but i got arrogant.”

“what about Andrasta?”Rainier asked, Daere looked at him.Softly she replied “I haven't met her but she is alive.From what i have heard she is one of the few noble humans that still interact with the dalishes and alienage elves.”

“Personally i wish they would stop, the get enough from our gods and goddess i think they are starting to get greedy.”Mical muttered,Daere closed her eyes.She felt the flash of rage returning as she clenched her fist together, slowly she muttered”Mical nothing i could say will get you to stop”

“we have our reasons why we don't degrade ourselves like you do.”Mical sneered,Daere lifted her hand up to his face.She glared at him as four of her fingers curled, slightly she glanced at Rainier.Softly Daere asked”here is his room?”

“Not to far from here, he doesn't really move away from the lower parts of the library and spends most his time staring at the wall.Rainier explained, Mical grabbed her finger.He pulled it back sharply causing her to yap in sudden pain, with a growl.”Daere i swear i will break this off the next time you think it would be ‘cute’ flipping me off, also don't waste your breath each time you open that mouth of yours people die or get pissed off.Take my word for it your hopes of him helping us was misplaced.The only thing he has and ever care for is himself.”

“i know what she has said but i wouldn't be any better if i contured to watch this. "Rainier stated, he rested his hand on Mical arm. Mical sent a chilling glare at him, slightly he growled“If you knew her behavior then you would see why i have been ordered to keep her in check, what the inquisitor must have seen when she wasn't by my side is proof enough it is outright necessary to do whatever all means to make her see her errors, so get you filthy hands off me."

“Mical mind you, or would you prefer the dungeons for the remainder of the day.This time i won't be all sweet about it and will eat the delicious food in right in front of you while you eat whatever they give their prisoners.”Daere slightly sung,Mical shifted his glance at her, with a grunt he muttered”I absolutely hate you, why the hell couldn't Lord Dirtheman find some other bitch to set his eyes on?”

“Ma serranas Mical, now Rainier could you show me were he is?”Daere inquired softly, he studied her.Gently he replied”There is to ways to get into skyhold, one is through the kitchen and the other is through the front door. When he has set his sight on someone we have notice,Solas is hard to talk to.”

“I have my ways getting someone to speak.”Daere explained,Rainier shook his head.He remarked”so does Lady Leliana but there are things even he manages to twist.”

“He isn't known to be the dreadwolf for nothing.”Mical muttered under his breath,Rainier looked at him in confusion.Daere quickly tugged at Rainier’s arm, she realized’ not once had they called him Fen’Harel do they not know who he is? What are you think Mical, i might have messed up back with the avvar but this is completely different.’

“Daere i hope you know what you are doing, there is still a chance and i don't want you being the reason we lost it.”Mical growled behind them, Daere stated calmly as the three left the stables "Relax i can't possibly make this worse than they really are."

"Daere just saying that guarantees things will get bad, haven't you learned the laws of your own actions?" Mical stated, Daere turned to look at him. Calmly she stated "eat me."

"I should question anyone's sanity that would consider it." Mical remarked, Daere replied calmly "well then you should really question Lord Dirtheman choices in women because he seem to have gone batshit way before i arrived."

'This place is smaller than the one they had me hold up in, why is that even possible?' Daere wondered, she nearly had to take turn her head as they past Varric looking over some papers.The door hung slightly a jarred, they could hear the inquisitor demanded as she opened it wider ”you telling us to trust your judgment but we need more than what you have given us, so i am asking you again why do you refuse with this?”

“the only thing that matters is getting the orb from Corypheus grasp, i won't be responsible with what dark magick that brought them here.”Solas snapped, the inquisitor rested his hand over his eyes.He breathed in, Daere could feel the eyes from above looking down as she brought her hands in front of her.Slowly she emerged from the doorway, and spoke”Solas if you could just give us a reason then i would accept talking to the tevinter myself, even the inquisitor seems to understand how important it is we are to return.”

“You shouldn't even be here.”Solas growled, hatred filled his eyes.Daere paused, hardening her own voice she demanded”These people welcomed us, they seem more willing to fix this except you. I want to know why.”

“Because you were among those that betrayed Mythal, it would be a mockery to me if i even consider helping a murderer.”Solas growled,Daere eyes went wide.His words echo in her thought as the inquisitor snapped”That is not even possible, unless the ancient elves looked like that i don't buy this ”

“I didn't…”Daere whispered,her eyes started to burn as Solas continued to glare at her. He growled” Heed my warning well inquisitor get rid of them both, I will not tell you this again.”

“i bet it is the fade excuse again.”Dorian replied from above,Daere just stared at Solas.She could feel Mical grab her arm, to her surprise Mical had softened his tone”We should look for the ambassador about those rooms.”

“But i didn't.”Daere slowly repeated, her heart sank realizing Solas had meant his words.She allowed Mical to pull her out of the room, her eyes water as the pain started to grow unbearable.Daere shook her head, wondering ’i know there were close but i would never do anything to take that from him...that is what made him happy.’

“I was just going to look for the both of you, i am afraid there was only one room.”Josephine remarked,Daere mind race rapidly while Mical slightly demanded”Could you show us?You can see she isn't doing so well can't you?”

“Right this way.” Josephine answered, she turned and started to walk away.Softly Daere muttered to herself, still unable to believe his words “ It was my fault she is dead?But i couldn't..i know i would have but does this mean…”

“Don't think about it too much.”Mical replied keeping his own voice low, Daere looked at him and thought wanting to snap back ’How can no one think about this?How am i to go back and be alright if i am the one responsible for the mess here too?’

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'How long was i out?'Daere wondered, she sat up on the bed and blinked a couple of times.It took her a few seconds to realize as she stood 'That's right, I must have dozed off after Mical got me something to drink.'

“I still don't by that elf is not a dalish.”Daere could hear one of the noble remark close to her door, clenching her teeth together Daere contured to listen in as another stated as she opened the door “did you notice the skin color, if elves were not nasty before she just proved me wrong. Never once did i think one of their kind could be so dirty.I doubt even if she did come across the maker he couldn't even wash that thing clean.”

“You shouldn't be too surprised about the inquisitor choice in company.”The first muttered, Daere let out a frustrating sigh.She walked out of the guest room and started to make her way way towards the library, as the second one muttered“At least we know where the others have been, why did the inquisitor allow those two to come here is beyond me."

‘Ouch, why don't you guys add insult to injury fucking pricks.’ Daere thought slightly hurt, the first noble woman cleared her throat.Daere stopped in her tracks, she turned around to find the noble's acting like nothing had been said. Holding out her glass, the noble woman demanded “hey you why don't you come make yourself useful and go get me some more wine?”

'I think it is better i leave before my tongue gets the better of me.’Daere thought realizing her angry starting to take hold, slowly she started to face forward but stop. The second noble snapped “Are you deaf?Or stupid, knife ear.”

“Do you really trust someone that knows several different methods to kill a person and knows how make it look like an accident to handle what you want? ” Daere calmly threatened as she slowly turned her head, the first noble started to rant. "Such manners you have, really i will report this to the herald of andraste and we will see to it such behavior…”

“yeah yeah, could you please say something new.”Daere groaned rolling her eyes toning them out, she made her way towards the doorway. Reaching out Daere could hear Varric mutter not looking up from the papers in front of him “Your just encouraging them.”

“People like them don't need much to be ‘encouraged’ to be arrogant assholes, Varric.”Daere replied, slowly she looked down at him. He didn't bother glancing up, slightly he inquired "i would ask how you even know my name but the inquisitor had already explained to us while you were resting, i thought you couldn't move far without the jackass hanging around?"

"I wanted to see if i could try a different approach talking to Solas while Mical was busy.”Daere explained,Varric calmly replied“you just missed him, he left soon after your companion started to head back to the war room.”

“Excuse me?”Daere inquired not believing her look, Varric looked up at her. Noticing Daere's stunned expression, he explained

“since that spirit friend of his died at the beginning of this year he seemed a bit unhinged, i think what made his behavior worse was after we had help Cole. It wouldn't be wise to provoke him further about the matter without the inquisitor present, or at least seeker Cassandra."

"Come on, you can't honestly believe he would attack me for mistaken identity?" Daere inquired slightly sarcastically, the dwarf looked at her with concerned. He turned his attention back to the paperwork in front of him, Daere pressed"The Solas i knew wouldn't be so rash in his decision, but maybe i am just grasping for straws and still hoping that is the case."

"You might regret those words, but you seem the type who won't listen to what others say at any given time. Have you ever had a mage use their spells against you?"Varric inquired out of curiosity, Daere answered"to be honest i lost count after a while when a mage needed some blood or wanted to test out a few spell,really the painful ones where when the ritual itself was to much for the mage to handle.Those times i wonder if i had lost a part of my own soul because i was the one to fight off from turning into a abomination, sometimes i question if i had even succeeded."

"Sounds like you had it rough like a few i know"Varric muttered,Daere remarked" i try not to think about it,could you please tell me how far are these ruins?"

"I still would advise waiting and not try a second attempt, especially not alone.I am not saying he would pose a threat to you, but this is a new area for you unless you have ventured this far.

"Varric replied, calmly Daere pressed "I admit i haven't been this far but i think i can find my way around, beside if you were in my shoes wouldn't you want to figure out what you did wrong to make certain you don't make the same mistakes?"

"Just listening to you talk about it makes me want to ask if you have been spreading to much time in the fade yourself, but to answer your question no i wouldn't.Time travel is a headache, you two just made it worse. If you are serious it isn't too far from here,just walk past the tent city below the steps and stay on the path that was made. "Varric explained,
Daere nodded than made her way out.She noticed the sun started to set in a distance, the air to go colder as she walked down the steps.For a moment Daere paused, a faint smile developed on her lips.She watched as an elven scout helped one of the human templars carrying a crate, with sadness she wondered 'why is it with desperation we are so willing to help another?I could never understand this with other people. '

"I better leave before Mical figures out i'm mobile."Daere muttered to herself snapping herself back to reality, she started to pick up her pace heading into the armory allowing her smile to fade.None of the soldiers stopped her as she made herself at home and went inside, quickly as she could Daere grabbed the hilts of her song dao and tied the knots onto her belt.Poking her head out of the doorway, Daere saw Mical talking to one of the soldiers. She clenched her teeth together thinking 'Well shit, this is starting to be a real pain in my ass.'

"I am sorry i can't help you."she could hear the soldier replied,Mical could be heard growling in frustration.He turned and walked back in,Daere took that chance and darted through the door than out the gates, praying silently' creators don't step outside.'
Keeping in the shadow Daere managed to slip past the inquisition guardsmen, she made her way down the bridge.Just as she reached the end Daere ducked, glancing slightly expecting to see Mical storming towards her only to find a couple of the inquisition soldiers looking at her oddly.Slowly Daere stood, she dusted off the powered snow from the front of her legs then started to walk towards the tent city. Many of the soldiers sat with their hands over by the open flames, most she could tell were to young to even be there.Just as Daere was starting to reach the end, she paused while someone remarked " i wonder how much the elven people have lost since after seeing the state of Mythal’s temple."

"Why should it matter? It shows how weak their elven gods were to our maker, they deserved what was coming that is what i think "A deeper voice remarked,Daere knew she shouldn't get involved but her tongue itched as she spoke" you don't realize how wrong you are, what right do you have to hate someone based on their race let alone their religion? I say none, we all bleed red blood when we are stabbed do we not? What matters is how we preceded in this life and the next, if you believe so strongly with your 'maker' how do you think he would judge you when you met him?How heavy and dark is the sins that lay on your soul would be shown right in front of you?"

"It won't matter, my sins are forgiven each time i kill someone that doesn't follow the chranty." The soldier answered,Daere replied "You don't realize how wrong you are, sins cannot be be expunged by conturing to kill someone else because they are different. Religion, race or based on skin shouldn't matter, what matters is how much your insights and were your heart is placed.If you want to do right by the 'maker' then do it, but don't make it like you're looking for praise like a spoiled brat. And if your maker is real then that should be enough not asking for the blood of others, especially if they don't have the same insight as yourself."

"Then tell me what is a reason to have a justify killing?"the soldier inquired roughly, Daere stared at him. Daere answered keeping her eyes locked with his "There truly isn't, hunters kill the game for its meat.At times upon doing so they leave the innocent to young in the dark, but even so that is bad comparison we waste our intelligence seeking revenge...in other words hatred begets more hatred.At some point it needs to end."

'And i am back to being a hypocrite, lovely' Daere thought as she looked away, she started to make her way through the camp.Her mind drifted 'Would it truly make me a hypocrite even if i admit i am no better then them? What am i going to do when we get back anyways, i can't just live up to what i just told them...can i?'

“You should be an outright idiot if you think you can attack me.”Daere snapped stopping upon feeling a presence close behind,she turned her head and realized how far she had gotten. Mical kept his pace while approaching hee, he calmly stated “That tevinter and that witch have agree as long as there is no more interference, but i have a feeling they won't be enough to even get to the crossroads let alone i doubt they would know any spells to activate anymore eluvians."

"I guess it wouldn't be too much to ask if you couldn't just go back and leave me alone?"Daere inquired,Mical raised an eyebrow.He stated" Daere since things are the way they are i will let you in on a little secret, between the both of us i have a little more experience with these things happening.I am surprised this even happened with you around, if Lord Dirtheman meant for us to travel here i am certain he would have you a little more prepared."

"So you done this type of thing before?I didn't think you guys even went this far"Daere inquired causing Mical to smirked, he started to walk a head of her prompting Daere to ask"Where are you going?I thought you were out here to send me back?"

"Even if i grab you by the ear, it is too much trouble having to explain to them when all you have to do is twist my words.So let us go harass the dread wolf until either he give in or fry us, preferably the first opinion happens"Mical replied,Daere picked up her pace. A smile smirk threatened o her own lips.Softly she asked "So how often does Dirtheman send you any of you out to different eras?Why does he need to do it?"

"If he can't find answers in our world or wanting to replace those who have died he seeks them out in others worlds, sometimes some of the places he sends us out to end up being to dangerous." Mical explained, Daere stopped suddenly.She slightly snapped"That is horrible,why take them from elsewhere? "

"Daere you might see it horrible but it is a balance, those in the alienage or roam the forest floors conture to live out their lives.To them we are the divine creatures because we have stopped aging,but back then when the forbidden ones were freed it wasn't so rare.Some of us are starting to wonder if the veneration is onto something by releasing them, but no one dares to talk about it."Mical admitted,Daere remarked slowly"Because you are afraid of what he would do, either way it is disgusting having to force someone..."

"Before you finish that, Lord Dirtheman has tried to keep up with the way of old.Alot of those that he has came willingly.He did have his moments with Cecil, but he was trying to conture to preserve their lives the way Mythal had taught both him and his brother."Mical explain, Solas growled" That is a load of halla shit."

"And what would you know about them?"Mical growled,the two looked at Solas.He held his staff aimed at Daere, roughly he answered"I know enough,just listening to you poison her mind with such lies.No matter were the two of you are from they never change."

"If he is the one lying why the fuck are you aiming the staff at me?"Daere snapped,Solas just looked at her as the tip started to glow.Mical rested his hand on the hilt of his tenchi, he positioned himself between Solas and Daere.To her surprise Mical spoke out" Fen’Harel or would you prefer to be called Solas?"

"Conture to call me Solas."Solas demanded, the tension grew as Mical stated"Solas, i get it she is annoying but it is nothing that would cause a death sentence this quickly.To be honest i think i would prefer her talking then to be silent."

"I see that as bullshit Mical seeing you have been threatening to cut out my tongue, or was that Amon."Daere remarked, she pressed a finger to her lips gentle. Mical quickly hissed at her

"Pretty certain anyone that listens to your stories would threaten to cut out your tongue because how gruesome you tend to get."

"Five shots."Solas calmly stated, he lowered the but of his staff into the ground.They looked at him oddly, softly Daere asked "five shots, what about five shots?"
"I could have used five different spells and the two of you wouldn't be the wiser, or be able to react to counter "Solas explained, he leaned forward as Mical replied"He is right, so why didn't you do so?"

"I have other things to be concerned about, the witch of the wilds and that tevinter won't be able to help you." Solas replied calmly, he paused, softly he added " i would be a fool if i allowed the two of you to share the fate of the others.

"So is that a yes?"Daere pressed,Solas looked at her and nodded while he replied "It is, if the two of you are speaking the truth then it wouldn't make sense that your fate is tied with these people."

"Can i ask, that woman you confused me with...did she really help kill Mythal?"Daere inquired, Solas replied"To be honest i don't know if it was part of her plan, but it was it was clear it didn't turn in her favor."

"What are you waiting for, let us get back so i can retrieve.."Mical started,Solas replied cutting him off"I agree i would but i can't at the moment, there is a problem i assume you are aware of.One the two of you do notice this world lacks some of the basic elements from the fade that would strengthen any spell the is relevant to time travel,the second if i left now i could miss the very moment to retrieve what i had lost.Time travel is tricky, what you are asking of my is to cut through not just fabric but a different plain of existence.That takes the type of power i dont have at the moment."

"I assume youre talking about the conversation from when we arrived?"Mical replied,Solas nodded his head.Daere asked"I might not know much about the orb or whatever but can i ask why you allowed someone else to have it?"

"He was nothing more than a pawn to bring back what was lost to the elves here"Solas explained, Daere inquired softly."I still don't understand how a small ball could cause the veil so much problems, but then…."

"Daere no"Mical groaned,she looked at him oddly and asked"What?I was going to ask if he couldn't just create another from a titan, there are titans still in existence here aren't there?"

"Just one, but it has proven to much for just myself."Solas answered, Daere couldn't believe what he was saying.Mical demanded"What happened to cause…"

'What was that.' Daere wondered feeling a sudden shift in the air,Mical stopped in mid sentence.They two stared at the sky with disbelief ,Solas turned his attention behind him.He muttered"So he decided hiding won't do him any good, now it is all or nothing.You two should head back and wait for this to be over, i gather the inquisitor should be making his way here to finish what was started."

"We should consider heading back to wait, this way we can at least return in one piece ourselves "Mical stated as Solas started to vanish from their view, Daere remarked while she started to follow his trail"No, we will help them Mical.Dirtheman might have you and the others hold back when it comes to others affairs but if you are with me we will fight and make certain everyone makes it to their loved ones."

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"It has been nearly a year since the war between mages and templars has started, many good men, women, children had fallen victim because we had allowed a tevinter mad man from the past to take advantage of the chaos we bestowed.Our divine pay the alterment price because of our selfishness,but we had manage to look past our differences even if it was by force, we have manage to do the alter good.If Justina was still alive i know she would be proud to see how united we have become over one common enemy, with this said let us celebrate back at Skyhold knowing our common enemy is dead." The inquisitor shouted from where he stood, slowly both Mical and Daere made their way over to him. He turned in their direction and motion them closer."I cant thank you enough for helping the troops against the demons."

"It was the least we could have done since you allow us to travel with you, is Solas still alive.. i don't see him with the rest of you party." Daere inquired, Mical stated "He is probably back waiting for us."

"I hope so, i wanted to ask him more about that orb." The inquisitor remarked showing them the shattered piece,Daere and Mical looked at each other.She knew what he was thinking, softly she stated"Mical it can't be that bad, i mean…"

"Daere you have no idea how important that thing is."Mical growled,the inquisitor inquired"You wouldn't happen to know much about this artifact?"

"That depends how much he has already told you, could you excuse us?"Mical could see him struggling to keep his calm,the inquisitor nodded.He made his way towards his army as Mical snapped"I should not have listen to you, we should have gone off and tried to find another eluvian."

"And what would you have done, i can't do jack shit and it is clear you cant even tap into the fade.You even admitted Solas was our best chance."Daere calmly replied, Mical sneered"And look he left, how do you expect us to survive.I don't want to be stuck here do you understand?If we are so help me."

"So much for thinking we were getting along for once."Daere muttered,a soft voice caused the two to look to the side."Excuse me Solas is wanting to know if the two of you are ready, he wants to hurry so he could start working on his plans."

"Plans?Wait don't we at least have a chance to tell these people good-bye or something?" Daere inquired softly,Mical remarked"We still need to gather Viven body, and why the fuck do you want to say goodbye to them?"

"Be nice don't you think, instead i don't know giving them the middle finger and leaving them.Some people see that as an unforgivable asshole move."Daere replied calmly,Mical muttered"We don't plan to see these people again, there is no point on saying anything do you understand?"

"Fine, but you could tell the human what that orb is."Daere stated,Mical sneered"That would be interfering with a timeline we don't belong,who knows how much damage we have done just by killing those avvar.Let along how much you have already exposed."

"I didn't expose much...i think, no not much."Daere replied uncertain, she rested her thumb under her chin.They started to follow the skish elf as the inquisition soldiers started to head back, slowly she lowered her hand to her side.Mical asked "How far are we going, i need to inform him that there is still a body that will return with us."

"Not far if you concerned if i am leading the two of you into a trap."the skish elf replied keeping her eyes forward, a chilly breeze suddenly picked up kicking up the snow.Daere covered her breasts and shivered,Mical looked at her, he muttered"We need to hurry if the cold air is bothering you."

"What does that suppose to mean?"Daere nearly snapped,he shifted his gaze forward.They turned a corner to find Solas standing by an active eluvian,the light blue light reflected onto the snow.The skish elf stated as she stop in front of him"I have brought them like you have asked Master Solas."

"Master?"Daere repeat slowly,Solas shot her a glare.He slightly growled"Go, i will call onto you when i am ready."

"Well i guess even here an evanuris is just as demanding."Daere remarked dryly watching the skish elf bow in front of him,he waited until the elven woman left them did he state"It isn't like that, all i told them was i plan to bring the age of the elves back."

"I see, so that would explain one mad man got his hands on your orb and why this place is a living hell.You do know as soon as you decide to correct this mistake, millions of the living creatures here will die."Mical remarked,Daere looked at him oddly.softly she spoke"Solas wouldn't do that, i mean…"

"Don't be so naíve, that is how deeply in love he is with her.The moment Mythal must have perished, Solas here threw a temptamrum.Or have you forgotten what our Solas did for you?"Mical stated without looking at her,Daere lowered her eyes to the ground.Softly she spoke"No i haven't forgotten, but he was thinking of those people."

"Go Daere, we have wasted enough time.I dont have anymore of those herbs to curb that fever of yours."Mical ordered,Solas implied"You didn't tell me your companion was not well, does the 'herald' know?"

"It is nothing more than a delayed reaction and none of your business, Fen’Harel."Mical explain, he added"Oh and we still need to go back for the other one, you know no traces to be found?'

"That has already been handled."Solas explained,Mical asked "That quickly, how could your have done it with everyone here?"

"Elves are still being used as servants and spies here, why do you seem so surprised?"Solas inquired sharply,Mical clenched his teeth slightly.He softened his tone" I'm not, Daere why don't you go first.If he is trying to lore into the pits of the abyss, then i would know."

"Wait, why do i have to go?"Daere inquired sharply, she dug her heels into the snow as he rested his hands on her back.Mical started to push while Solas watched with slight amusement, he rested his hand over his eyes as Daere stated"Wait come one, what will you tell Dirtheman if this is a trap?"

"Could you please stop fooling around, i doubt he would stupid enough to do so." Mical groaned, Daere sighed.She started to move towards the eluvian, softly she pointed out"He did just threaten to kill us or have you forgotten?"

"Go." Mical lightly ordered,Daere paused.She studied the reflection and noticed the crossroads where empty.Softly she asked"Mical was wrong, you are not really considering to kill these people are you?"

"Wouldn't you do anything to correct a mistake that costed the elven people their immortality?" Solas inquired,Daere opened her mouth but Mical snapped"That is enough Daere, that is his business."

"No, no i wouldn't. Try anyone can be an outright cunt, we haven't truly seen how things are out here but we can survive without relying on magick."Daere replied,Mical muttered"Coming from the woman that tends to turn her spells without a second thought to survive."

"I admit there have been once in awhile i do turn to use those spells, so don't you dare think you can turn my words against me."Daere sneered, she shook her head and muttered 'How much more of this treatment am i going to take?"

"What was that?"Mical growled, Daere rested her hand on the smooth surface she paused as she felt a hum run through her body.Mical asked"Why did you stop?"

"This is the first time i even felt this through the eluvian, it is hard to explain,Solas replied calmly"It is possibly because how weak the fade is compared to your world, I would assume.Once we walk the crossroads i will lead the two of you towards one of the areas where i have sensed it strongest, then i shall leave you."

"How noble of you."Mical grumbled,slowly Daere stepped forward.She stopped in her tracks, traces of the fade danced on her light brown skin as Mical and Solas finally joined her.Solas softly spoke"You can feel the difference, can you?"

"It is still weak but this feels so much better than when we arrived.Daere admitted, she could feel the joy rush through her.Solas stated slightly rough"Then you could imagine how the others would feel after being completely whole,Mical is it possible i can see what you used to get here?"

" Of course, here ."Mical simple stated pulling out the two items from his pouch, Solas took them from him.He exam them, slowly he handed them back and explained "If you had used both, i doubt neither of you would have returned period."

"Why do you say this?"Mical demanded,Solas answered calmly" both of them are cursed, someone must have known you were after them and hexed them moments before your arrival. The question you should be asking now s who was the target and why."

"I think i know, but i wonder without Lord Dirtheman who sent us here?"Mical inquired looking at Daere, she quickly stated"I had no hand cursing that Mical so don't even think i was the one responsible."

"I don't blame you, it is Scathath.I was wondering why she was acting oddly when were burying that chest the night before, if she is willing to go this far we need to hurry and inform Lord Dirtheman she might be another's spy."Mical explain,Daere looked at him oddly.She stated"You cannot accuse someone without proof or some kind of hard evidence."

"Daere, even you have learned intuition is usually the key and my gut is telling me she did this."Mical explain,Daere rolled her eyes listening to his accusations.Solas cleared his throat, he softly stated"I didn't mean for the both of you to start fighting,Mical do you need help with her?"

"No, her body is a little stiff from rigor mortis, the mountain cold air hasn't help either."Mical explained, Solas nodded his head. He started to walk along the winding roads, Daere stood there. Mical grunted slightly as he lifted the heavy body, he made his way past her. Slowly Mical stopped in his tracks, he turned his head and asked"Daere, what are you waiting for?Get a move on. "

"I know but I just feel there is so much we could do here, maybe talk this Solas from committing mass genocide."Daere replied, she started to walk up to him.Mical replied as she started to pass him" there is just something you cannot change even if the paths have been cross, but maybe there is something you were meant to learn from it. "

"really like what?"Daere inquired, Micah looked forward watching as more of the hidden path appeared in front of Solas. Softly he added"You tell me, I am not the one that can't seem to make up my mind were I want to be. "

"And what is that supposed to mean? If you are referring to the veneration, I wasn't the one to confess that they might be right releasing powerful demons"Daere demanded,Solas implied"if they are trap in your world it would be a mistake to free them da'len."

"no one asked you Fen'Harel." Micah remarked, Solas inquired not hiding his curiosity "How is it the others are free and the demons are trapped?"

"They worked together with the help from someone that was thought to be a veneration, but it seems that as well failed."Mical explained,Daere groaned as she stretched her arms in the air"I think the first thing I want to do is soak, do you think Dirtheman would allow it before he puts me through hell? "

"Daere I think after this Lord Dirtheman might have plans of his own keeping in his sights and off the field until he knows your ready. "Mical replied,Daere remarked with a yawn"Hope so, I don't know when was the last time I worked like this without some decent pay. "

"Daere we don't even get paid, the only ones that do are the servants that are allowed to go home to their respective cities. "Mical pointed out, Daere inquired"About that, why? Also is Dirtheman the only one that does this.. not counting Mythal and Solas of course.Wait you mentioned that he has been using a time traveling spell to get others, how often does he do this? "

"So full of questions, hopefully he doesn't mind you doing the same thing about the other things."Mical replied, Daere tilted her ear up in confusion.Softly she asked"Why would he be bothered the fact I am trying to learn from you guys. "

"Honestly I am relieved to hear you want to learn over wanting to slit his throat in his bed. "Mical replied, Daere thought to herself "Who said I wasn't going to slit his throat once his uses to me was done?Or would there be a way I can reason with him.'

"To answer your question not often, mostly he has been doing so for the others.. mainly Anduril.He is Mythal's son after all, Daere I know I can swad you mind and your probably thinking about how to get away with murdering him. But Lord Dirtheman is trying, could you at least stop comparing him to Fen'Harel."

"Mical I promise you if I said what was on my mind about those two chances are you will kill me, but make it clear neither of them has my interest since they keep showing the behavior of wanting to 'mark their territory'."

"Right, and I guess dragging up you and Fen'Harel actions as just a fluke?"Mical inquired,Daere shrugged her shoulders. She stated"what can I say I used to be desperate, but having Dirtheman isolate me...guess I just realized how stupid I was and made me realize what I want. It was wrong to sleep with a guy I barely even knew and I refuse to have my body exploited, so if Dirtheman really wants that summon he will have to work for it. "

"Daere that plan will backfire, I don't know how many times someone has to tell you this"Mical replied, they could hear Solas sigh. He pressed his hand on the eluvian in front of him, Solas moved to the side and looked at them. Calmly to offered "I could go through first if you are wary of my actions."

"No if this is the right era I would hate for two of you existing when one of you is already a pain in the ass. "Mical admitted, Solas stated"I understand, but if she isn't well then you should walk through first. "

"I hate to say this but thank you."Mical remarked, Daere stood there and watched as he walked through.She waited until the mirrors surface had settled, trying to ignore his presence Daere touched the eluvian surface .Solas grabbed her wrist, softly he spoke "Daere."

"Yes Solas?"Daere inquired not hiding her shock,calmly he warned her"Don't make the same mistake twice, learn from where she failed before our peoples voice of reason dies."

"I promise to whatever i can..but how can i keep it from happening if i have no knowledge of how it happened ?"Daere inquired,Solas let her go. He stated"Just make certain Mythal doesn't die or your world will be missing more than just the forbidden ones."

"Solas, do you think you can reconsider your plans? "Daere inquired, Solas shook his head no. He explained "Even if the other ideas were worse, I can never imagine things getting this bad for the people . "

"Solas, I don't agree with what you plan to do but I do hope you find peace in the end. "Daere replied,slowly she walked walked on through with ease. Mical looked at her, not giving her a chance to talk as the eluvian light started to fade.He stated"We need to hurry, something isn't right. "

"Let me guess we ended up in another alternative universe and if that is the case, that would suck ass. "Daere replied, Mical shifted Viven lifeless body and held up his palm allowing light blue flames to dance on his fingertips, slowly he brought his hand into a fist causing the flames to vanish as a cracking sound filled the air behind them.They two look back, they watched a thin line spread on the mirrors surface. Quickly Daere moved behind the closest tree, Mical muttered turning his head to her

"Relax I don't think we will get a repeat from our adventure,besides if the eluvian did shatter that tree wouldn't be able to withstand the blast this close.No, smell the air i can recognize the layout but there is nothing but death here.”

'He is right.'Daere thought,she look around noticing some of the trees were blackened not from the cloud covering the moon. She raised her nose up and sniffed, burned fur lingered spreading dread through her body. Daere realized while she muttered"Oh no.. we made it.. did they find this place? "

"Don't run off. "Mical hissed, not listening Daere bolted, she ran heading towards the walls. Jumping over humps laying on the ground.Her fear grew as she tripped, Daere looked over to wondering 'What is this? '

"No.. "Daere felt the words trap within her throats realizing it was a wolf carcass, not too far from were they laid a headless emerald knight. Daere quickly got to her feet, she could hear Mical calling out "Daere we don't know who is out here. "

'I have to find them.. I have to see if their still alive.. "Daere thought as she passed what was left of the remaining wall, slowing to a stop Daere stared in horror at the bodies in a pile freshly burning. Her hand started to twitch uncontrollably nearing the hilt of her song doa, there in the middle of the massacre Daere's eyes rested upon the trees.One word escaped Daere's lips as she walked closer "Taliesin.."

'No...no..Taliesin...you were suppose to be...he needed you…'she thought walking over to her limp form, Taliesin stood there, her arms tied behind her as blood flowed freely from her open wounds.Daere choked, slowly she reach out and touched Taliesin cheek expecting to find it cold.To her surprise Taliesin lifted her head up, weakly she whispered"We thought you for dead, how is it possible your alive..Daere you have to get out of here or…”

"We will get you out of here i swear, falon."Daere replied, she looked at the knots upon hearing footsteps approaching from behind. Mical voice sneered quietly as he approached them"your going to put Lord Dirtheman at risk if you take her with us."

"Mical i didn't ask you to leave your friend back there, don't expect me to do the same for her."Daere sneered slightly turning to face him, Taliesin replied weakly"He is right just leave me here,there isn't much you can do falon”

"Taliesin don't ask me to leave you to die, Mical should be able to heal you."Daere replied trying to keep her voice study, her eyes fall onto a small blade to his side.She yanked it from his hilt and turned her attention to the rope,Mical hissed at Daere as she worked releasing Taliesin from her bonds"Are you insane?what makes you think i would help her , she is Fen’Harel bi.."

"Mical I swear please do this, if not for me think how much good you will be doing for the ‘elven’ people.."Daere found herself pleading, the rope fall to the ground as Taliesin started to lean forward.Quickly Daere caught her nearly crushed by her weight, gently she laid her on the ground and sat Taliesin head on her lap.Mical stood there looking at the two,Daere open her mouth to plead but Taliesin rest her hand on Daere's cheek.She forced Daere to look at her, with a weak smile Taliesin muttered”I am glad we were able to spend some time together, and i see now Fen’Harel is in good hands so please take good care of him.His heart is fragile even if he doesn't act it, promise me Daere.”

"Taliesin.."Daere choked resting her hand over hers, she watched helplessly as Taliesin eyes started to gaze over.Suddenly Daere closed her eyes,clustering Taliesin hand close Daere rub her cheek against her still palm.Fighting her emotions desperately, Daere whimpered“Don’t..don't do this...i can't...we can't..Solas must be looking for you..Taliesin..please you can fight this…”

“Lord Dirtheman, we were about to head back. "Daere barely could hear Mical state, slowly she opened her eyes.Daere turned her head in time to witness Dirtheman handing Solas destroyed wolf helmet, barely through her shock she could hear him order"Take these back for me please, Mical where is Viven?”

“Deceased, i placed her body close to the eluvian before chasing Daere here.”Mical explained,Daere sat there tighten her grip slightly.Dirtheman drifted his attention to her as he ordered”Go take care of it.”

‘You did this.”Daere quietly accused, he made his way over to them.Mical bowed slightly, he muttered while walking away”Of course Lord Dirtheman.”
‘i have to… is this what the other Solas meant?’Daere wondered,she let go of Taliesin hand and she rested it on the ground. Trying desperately to keep her cool Daere stood up to face them, resting her hands on the hilts of her song dao.Dirtheman shown no concern as he spoke, reaching out to her "ir abelas ma vhenan. "

‘I might pay for it but i have to don't i?But it won't solve anything..Taliesin would still be dead...Solas he would still be gone to…’Daere thought, she lowered her head as her eyes went wide.Dirtheman stopped in front of her, she didn't move as she felt his hands embrace her.Daere couldn't stop her body from shaking as he brought her close, she buried her head into his chest and muttered in defeat”I can't...please just get me out of here…”

"It is alright, there is no need to explain yourself." Dirtheman.murmured, he rested his head on top of her head, she could feel him starting to brush her hair.Softly he reassured her "everything will be just fine from now on."

Chapter Text

"Funny how once you do something with the rats nest you have been carrying around, people can see those highlights." Galera stated finishing braiding Daere's hair back ,she tightened the knot then clapped her hand together. Softly Galera remark" I will let the others know your ready."

' that wasn't his...it was to dark last night to be certain...for creators sake he had Geldauran help and Mythal's ' Daere thought trying to fight through the growing uneasiness, she could hear Galera leave the room her footsteps barely touching the floor.Daere turned her glance, she waited until Galera couldn't be heard.With ease Daere lifted the soft silk dress, she made her way towards the doorway.Without looking Daere darted down the hall, she wondered 'where would the keep something like that?'

"Where do you think you are going?"Daere hear Mical voice, she could feel his hand wrap around her wrist, stopping her in her tracks.Daere felt her voice betray her as she spoke"I wasn't leaving, i just need to confirm what i saw."

"And what if it wasn't, would it matter?"Mical pressed, he looked past her as more footsteps approach.Daere pressed her back against the stone walls turning her attention to the arriving sentinels,a woman voice slightly growled through her helmet"I knew we should have someone watching her door."

"It is alright Pandora, she was just looking for Fen’Harel helmet to put her mind at ease."Mical explained,Daere wondered 'these people hated them, should i believe their claims?'
"You know better Mical, Lady Lavellan you shouldn't be thinking about if Fen’Harel is alive.That is treason against our people, don't make me report you because you are thinking of a traitor that is long gone."snapped Pandora, her blue eyes glanced at Daere. She held out a vail, and growl"Drink this."

"I'm not thirsty."Daere quietly replied,Pandora stepped forward. She growled"Drink it or i will have someone force your mouth open while i pour it into your mouth"
"Pandora why don't you head back to your post, i can take things from here."Mical remarked, he took the vail from her.Softly he stated" why don't you just head back to your post? I think we can manage without the attitude "

"Just make certain she is out there when she is supposed to be, it was bad enough he refuses to postpone this wedding."Pandora remarked, she shoved the vial against Mical then walked out with the small group of sentinels following close behind. Mical slowly looked at her, he held it out as he muttered"Here."

"You could have saved her."Daere replied softly feeling her own angry raise, Mical remarked calmly"Daere when made it back we were already too late, you be happy Taliesin didn't die alone. You at least managed to be with her when she passed and i bet Fen’Harel was waiting for her to be by his side."

"Your probably right, but Dirtheman didn't have to kill them they were not even a threat."Daere muttered staring at the vail in his hand, Mical held it up to her.Daere looked up at him as she took it from him, she took it and pressed the smooth fragile glass to her lips as he remarked "He only did what he thought was best for the people ."

'How could anyone think about weddings after what happened last night?'Daere wondered, she tilted her head back allowing the bitter liquid rushed to the back of her throat.Mical explained"The plan was to wait until the summer solstice, when the veil was stronger to connect both your bond through the gates from the day of the feast and the day of the dead.But fearing there was going to be more getting between you two, he had contacted Lady Sylaise while you slept to do this now."

"Mical can i ask what would be your opinion if you were in this position?"Daere inquired slightly quiet, Mical muttered "If you're looking for advice, im probably the worst person to ask but if i had to answer.i would try to overlook what had happened, see everything has happened the way it should be. Anthony instead of hiding and putting you through hell should have came forward, Lord Dirtheman if he knew would have been more lenient on his punishment"

"Is that what i am just here for people?Just others entertainment for their amusement?"Daere remarked out loud,Mical took the empty vail from her hand.He placed his fingers under her chin, softly Mical explain lifting her face"Most of us know better then to find ways to fight them, we know that is just a way for us to get killed just be thankful he is taking this effect despite many of us will never forgive you.Prove your worth and that might change,because i want to have reason to believe in Lord Dirtheman decisions."

"Despite what you just told me back at the crossroads."Daere nearly snapped, Mical nervously stated"Forget what i told you, i might have said something against him but i would rather live among our people with lack of magick then having to deal with those demons."
"Mical, forgive me for saying but would not having the demons locked up just means more red lyrium being brought up to the surface even after they manage to find a way to defeat Corypheus?It sounds to me the problem didn't arises until after they were locked up for in the abyss. "Daere explained, the two started to make they way outside. Mical inquired"Why would you suggest this?"

"I don't know it just makes sense to me that if dark magick is contained, what do you think would happen to the titans once they get near something with that much poison running in their veins ? "Daere pressed, she added"to me it sounds they look for living organism to survive, when they find one the bacteria corrupts or morph it into something new..hence the darkspawn or any other creature unfortunate to catch it some bring though even if rare cases learned to adapted."

"Sounds to me you know your odds and end about the blight, but we shouldn't be talking about this at the moment."Mical slightly scolded,they could see Dirtheman talking to Pandora.he wore a golden vest over his white shirt,they could hear him order "Pandora if there is any issues take care of it immediately"

"Of course Lord Dirtheman."Pandora could be heard, she rested her hand over her breast plate then ordered"your heard him let us keep the unwanted guest from ruining today, if anyone fails this i will have your heads."

"you look lovely. "Dirtheman replied studied Daere,he rested his hand on her cheek.Daere hardened her gaze as a small smile pressed his lips.Gently she brushed his hand off, softly Daere stated"Let us just get this over with before I find the closest cliff lag to jump over, better yet one of the ledges "

"Have it your way, just think i will allow you to screw this up."Dirtheman explained removing his hand,Daere took a deep breath.She could feel him resting his hand on her waist,slowly they made they way out.The elven sentinels present before her raised their tenchi blades into the air,Daere mouth went dry noticing Sylaise standing at the very end with her face hiding behind a golden hare mask as Dirtheman forced her forward.The sun shone down at them, they walked down the path as she could hear the tenchi being lowered from behind.The closer they had gotten Daere started to drag her feet until finally they had stopped in front of Sylaise,her green robe slightly moved as she started to speak "Dirtheman and Daere have chosen a traditional handfasting ceremony to symbolize their entering into the bonds of marriage. In the history of our peoples ancient traditions, weddings were celebrated by a simple ceremony in which two partners would join hands and their wrists would be tied with a cord, symbolizing the binding together of their individual lives. It is from this practice that we get the expression 'tying the knot'. Dirtheman and Daere, i bid you look into each others eyes."

'This would be a good time for some freak accident to happen.' Daere thought, she turned to look at him.His gaze seemed to have softened as he started to use his thumb to caress her arm. Sylaise spoke"Will you honor and respect one another, seek to never break that honor?"

"We will" Daere felt her words were weakened as the two spoke, Sylaise continued as she drapped the first ribbon over them"And so the the first binding is made."
'Is anyone going to step in, how can they be this blind not to see i don't want this? 'Daere wondered, she listened in as Sylaise spoke"Will you share each other's pain and seek to ease it?"

"We will." Daere forced herself say along with Dirtheman,Sylaise draped the next end over their wrists as she spoke"And so the bonding is made."

"You can't be here." They could hear Pandora shout somewhere, Daere turned her head noticing a couple of the sentinels standing at the far wall looking at each other.She watched as they started to head towards the commotion,Dirtheman calmly impled "Sylaise please conture, the sentinels can handle it."

"Will you share the burdens of each other so that your spirits may grow in this union? "Sylaise spoke, Dirtheman gently squeezed Daere hand. She looked back at him as they spoke "We will."

"And so the binding is made." Sylaise stated as she wrapped the third ribbon,a crash soon followed from inside. Daere wondered 'What is going on?'

"Will you share each other's laughter, and look for the brightness in life. Bring about positive in each other." Sylaise continue,Dirtheman calmly pressed "Vhenan."

'What would he do if i defy him here?' wondered as Daere stared at him, she swallowed and spoke his voice joining hers"We will."

"And so the binding is made so mote it be." Sylaise remarked, Mical and Eva walked over to them. They stopped right by them and tied the ribbons loosely, Eva made her way over towards Dirtheman as Mical had moved beside Daere. Sylaise remarked "These are the hands that will love you, to comfort you through the years.They will be the ones to encourage and support you,to create and build a life together.

These are the hands that will hold and comfort you through the years.The knots of this binding are not formed by these cords but instead by your vows, the promises you make in your hearts and uphold each day through your actions.Remember, you hold in your own hands the making of this union. "

'But this isn't a real union, i don't even want this.'Daere wanted to shout in anger, she open her mouth ready to speak out but Dirtheman dig his nail under her wrist.Pain shot through her arm.A warning gaze crossed his eyes causing her to reconsider her own action.Sylaise picked up a small branch, she lifted it to the sky while speaking "This branch that I hold is a symbol of air, know and remember that this is the element of life, of intelligence, and of inspiration which moves us onward. May this symbol of air bring to your union the power of mind."

"Bless it be."Dirtheman muttered,Daere felt her skin start to crawl watching Sylaise lay down branch.Soon she pick up a sword and spoke "This sword that I hold is a symbol of fire, know and remember that this is the element of light, of energy, and of the vigour which runs through our veins. May this sword of fire bring to your union the power of will."

'And by accident you shall let that sword drop and in the process cutting off both our arm.'Daere thought, Sylaise carefully laid the sword back, she picked up a chalice.She spoke"This chalice that I hold is a symbol of water, know and remember that this is the element of love, of growth, and of the fruitfulness of the Earth. May this chalice of water bring to your union the power of desire."

'Of everything that has happened why isn't this wedding being stopped by something?'Daere wondered watching Sylaise putting down the chalice, her heart stopped upon seeing the next item.The bracelet they had retrieved, Sylaise picked up and stated "The bracelet that I hold is a symbol of earth, know and remember that this is the element of law, of endurance, of the understanding which cannot be shaken. May this pentacle of earth bring to your handfasting the power of the steadfast."

'That was why it was so important…'Daere realized watching as Sylaise, she felt herself starting to zone out while she picked up a large oval moonstone. Conturing she added "This moonstone I hold is a symbol of the spirit, know and remember that this is the element of magic and of the sacred weave that binds the people to this existence. May this moonstone of spirit bind you both in love and unity."

'How much more is there to this?'Daere wondered watching Sylaise held the moon stone above their heads, Eva and Mical held out their palms revealing the elven matching rings.Sylaise spoke "Life is a never-ending circle. Is it not fitting that a circle shall serve as a symbol of a life lived in never-ending love.As you place this ring upon the finger of your chosen love speak the words that shall bind you to each other mind, body, and soul in the unity of the life bond."

"By root and seed, by bud and stem. By leaf and flower and fruit, by life and love, I, Dirtheman , take thee, Daere, to my hand, heart, and my spirit, at the raising of the sun, and the falling of the stars. Nor shall death part us, for in the fullness of time, we shall be born again, at the same time, and in the same place as each other, and we shall meet and know and remember and love again."

"Now it is the brides turn."Sylaise calmly stated,Daere tried to harden her voice asher body started to tremble "By root and seed, by bud and stem. By leaf and flower and fruit, by life and love, I Daere, take thee, Dirtheman , to my hand, heart, and my spirit, at the raising of the sun, and the falling of the stars. Nor shall death part us, for in the fullness of time, we shall be born again, at the same time, and in the same place as each other, and we shall meet and know and remember and love again."

"As the grass of the fields and the trees of the woods bend together under the pressures of the storm, so too must you both bend when the wind blows strong. But know that as quickly as the storm comes, so equally quickly may it leave. Yet as you both stand strong in each other's strength, so shall you receive strength. Together you are one; apart you are nothing. Know that no two people can be exactly alike. No more can any two people fit together, perfect in every way. There will be times when it will be hard to give and to love, but then see your reflection as in a woodland pool, when the image you see looks sad and angered, then it is time for you to smile and to love, for it is not fire that puts out fire. In return will the image in the pool smile and love. So change your anger for love, and tears for joy, it is no weakness to admit a wrong; more it is a strength and a sight for learning. Let the sun, and the moon, and the stars, and these our brothers and sisters bear witness that Dirtheman and Daere, have been joined together . And may they bless them, as we do ourselves, and so shall the two be conjoined as one mind, one heart, and one soul together in peace and love through the union of life bond now and forever.

"Sylaise replied,Mical handed Daere the ring as Dirtheman took the ring from Eva.Slightly she stared at Mical feeling the ring placed upon her finger, slowly she looked at Dirtheman.Trying to keep herself steady Daere place the ring on his finger.Mical and Eva soon wrapped their hands on the cord, careful not to undo the knot they removed it from Dirtheman and Daeres wrist.He turned to face the elven crowd, than spoke "people as of today we celebrate our first steps to a better future, eat enjoy the festivities."

"is it possible I skip out of this and rest? "Daere muttered under her breath,Dirthrman watched as their guest started to head to the back.He replied"maybe later I will allow it but for right now you will need to be here, I have to say I am really proud of you for not making to much of a scene."

'it is odd to hear one of the say this, even if this is for your show.'Daere thought, Sylaise approached them from behind.Softly she stated"I hope you are right about this Dirtheman, do you wish me to give you one of my sentinels or wait?"

"Wanting should be fine, i don't want to be responsible for Falon'Din taking some inappropriate actions against any of yours."Dirtheman explained, Daere watched as Pandora came outside.A few of the sentinels were close behind as they made their way towards them.The guest slightly stopped what they were doing, watching as Pandora threw an elven woman in front of them.Daere quickly recognized her from when Amon and her were walking towards Wycome, Pandora growled "i was ask you this again what business do you have here? "

"I told you I was just helping them prepare the food. "the elven woman pleaded,one of the sentinels walked over to Dirthamen revealing a brass bottle in his hands.Dirtheman recognized the container and ordered "Sylaise have your sentinels to get an antidote delivered here, it seems the veneration don't care who they target. "

"what should we do with her? "Pandora inquired, her hand resting on the hilt of her wakizashi Dirtheman turned to look at Daere, he stated"Daere this wasn't just an attempted for myself, I hope you understand . You had allowed this woman to leave unscathed before when you were out from these walls, do you really want to make the same mistake twice?"

"I can't decided this...not now" Daere admitted, she could hear Dirtheman order"Lock her for now until ma vhenan can find something fitting for this woman crimes,Pandora please make certain Daere makes it back safely we don't know if there is others close by"
"Yes lord Dirtheman."Pandora nodded, Dirtheman turned to Daere. He brushed her hair back and stated"I will see you once I am certain our people are taken care of now go get that rest you desire."

"we shouldn't waste anymore time. "Pandora replied,without a word Daere started to follow.She turned her head, watching as they took the veneration in the opposite direction.Sylaise has already started to bark out orders while a few of the elven people started to show signs of ingesting the poison.

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"Welcome home, there is no need for you to be on your guard for this place is secured close to the Boeric Ocean.There is only one way in and one way out, that would be by passing through the eluvian.The number of sentinels you will be seeing present are at least ten, mostly some will be monitoring the scrying pond as we rotate our shifts between his lands.Do you have any questions?"Pandora inquired sharply, she turned to face Daere. Shifting her weight slightly in her elven dressed stared at the armored sentinel, slowly she asked"I thought I was supposed to stay back in Wycome?"

"Lord Dirtheman kept to the old ways and felt it was important the two of you were separated, so if a child happened to be conceived it wouldn't have been out of wedlock like a common stray bitch."Pandora explained,Daere stated"your going to purposely try to work under my skin, aren't you?"

"Well Scathath was right you don't belong with us, but laws are laws it isn't like any of us were 'bred' by royalty' even if you were created by the void."Pandora replied calmly, she quickly stated "Right this way i will show you to the room you will be sharing with Lord Dirtheman until he gets bored with you."

"Pandora, I thought Lord Dirtheman would be here..is that her?"A female voice inquired, Pandora turned her head as the brunette walked over there. She quickly latched onto her hands around Daere's arm.Softly she spoke"So your the one, a lot more gorgeous than what they have described you.Come i can take over if you don't mind."

"Hazel, be careful from my understanding the collars enchantment has slightly worn."Pandora explained,Hazel turned her head.She remarked, her voice almost like honey"We will be fine, just go."

"You don't have to act nice."Daere replied calmly, her suspension rose.She allowed Hazel to lead her down the halls, sweetly she replied"I am not acting, unlike the elder sentinels some of us are glad to see a fresh face in the crowd.Besides i will be your sentinel when you are able to freely leave."

"Do you even like the idea?"Daere inquired, she looked at Hazel oddly.Her golden eyes met Daere gaze as she replied"Like it, i love the idea really.It has been centuries since i had been anywhere near those with the same gifts as myself."

"Wait if you're implying what i think you are, why didn't he just marry you if that is the case?"Daere couldn't hide her shock, Hazel replied "I never really question it, maybe it has to do with the veneration?"

"Maybe."Daere muttered, they stopped in front of a heavy looking door.She studied the knotted designs.Hazel rested her hand on the dark wood muttering a spell under her breath, a blue circle with Dirtheman sigill appeared faintly then vanished quickly.Hazel turned to Daere, she uttered" Shall we?"

'The fact the room is this secured, this must be it.'Daere realized, she walked past Hazel.Stopping in the middle of the room, Daere looked around a bit taken back at the mable that covered the floors.Gold tensile weave perfectly with the red carpet, slowly her eyes trailed to his bed.Daere thought 'Compared to Solas...this place is overly riched, I shouldn't be too surprised to see this but still'

"What do you think you are doing."Daere snapped feeling a tug at the front of her dress,she grabbed Hazel's hand.Keeping her cool, Hazel explained"Your afraid or still in pain i understand, but once the two of you…"

"No...i can't…"Daere quickly cut her off, she tightened her grip as her own discomfort grew.Hazel closed her eyes, she pulled her hand back. Softly she remarked walking away from her "I understand,Lord Dirtheman won't be pleased though if you insist to make him wait longer. But I promise you the sooner you allow him to bed with you, your mind will be at peace,more peace then you could have ever achieved with Fen'Harel."

"You don't know that...he promised there was a chance I could stop.."Daere replied, her voice broke at the mere mention of Solas.Hazel headed towards a dark chest, she opened the drawer.A familiar handle caught Daere's attention as Hazel turned to look at her, softly she spoke" but you didn't stay because you knew, your body knew there wasn't a chance.When Mical had returned to us, he mentioned how you didn't hesitate to fight in his name and that pleased Lord Dirtheman greatly."

"That isn't what happened, i fought because I didn't want to die.They had a choice to live…"Daere replied sharply, Hazel turned her attention back towards the open drawer.She grabbed the ends of the rope and placed it down, softly she pressed"You could have ran, you had a chance to attack him after seeing what he was holding so tell me why did you resist?I can tell you why, you wanted to come back now you just need to set aside your fears and let his body joins yours."

'It is a weak attempt but I know you're trying to do mind games.'Daere thought bitterly, she watched Hazel with weary wondering 'He already has a sigil resting on my anke and this stupid thing on my neck, what more does he need to fucking do?'

"That ability of yours would stay but he knows how to remove those marks so you can move freely without being called 'dalish', I am certain that is one this you desire."Hazel remarked, Daere stood there in silence.She watched as Hazel used her magick to light a candle in front of her,Daere inquired"Certainly the elves here know better not to get confused like they did."

"Daere to them we don't exist, we are nothing but a myth, even more so then the veneration.But unlike them we had kept to the shadows guarding the titans on the surface, what you think would happen if one of the tevinters find out?I don't see them welcoming you with open arms finding out you are alive, no Corypheus would have you killed for undoing his work spreading the disease."Hazel explain, she watched the light purple flames dance on the tip of the candle.With ease Hazel held a stick over the open flames as the candles in the room came to life,Daere looked around the room clenching her teeth together upon smelling hibiscus flower mixed with mint filling the air, calmly Hazel inquired " could you please allow him, it is the least you should do."

"I don't have a choice, do i?" Daere inquired, Hazel replied placing the incense onto the stand."We all have a choice, Daere. What matters is making the right one,I know what you are thinking.If i keep resisting what would he do?To answer your question chances are you wont leave be able to leave this place ever again, more people will die out there because you were not there to help them."

"You cannot use what happens to them against me."Daere felt her voice break, she swallowed the guilt thinking of Revas destruction.Hazel replied walking over to her"I don't have to, must I remind you it is clear your in pain. More things will happen and you will keep blaming yourself over and over again to the point you might as well throw yourself off the railing."

'Could i even consider sucide an opinion? After everything I had fought through?'Daere wondered,Hazel paused in front of Daere. She inched her face close to hers, softly she pressed"Well? I would hate to see another one of our own lost to their despair, give me a straight answer and i will leave if you want me to."

"I can't..i have gotten this far even with the help from the others, ut this is a betrayal."Daere whispered,Hazel muttered pressing her nose against Daere's"To who? You haven't truly betrayed Lord Dirtheman, if your talking about Fen'Harel he misguided you, I don't know how many times you have to be reminded of this.Their death was meant to happen, you have been spared from that fate yet again."

'As much as i have even said this why am i not convinced?How do I not know he had not manage to survive somehow?'Daere wondered, barely did she feel a tug on the front of her elven dress.Without resisting Hazel undid the clasp that held it together, Daere stood there, she could feel the soft fabric fall from her body.Slowly she trailed her hand from Daere's bare shoulder blades, her golden eyes drifted to her neck as she coaxed" Lord Dirtheman will be pleased by this,he is after all your lover so don't be ashamed."

'He is...isn't he?'Daere thought moving her hand onto Hazel cheek, she leaned in and allowed her lips brush against hers catching the sentinel off guard.Daere senses started to shatter, she felt Hazel's hand trail down her bare stomach.Thinking to herself ' I need this...fighting with daggers alone takes too long..'

"I think she is ready for you, now ."Hazel murmured pulling away from Daere,slowly she turned her head slightly as Dirtheman walked by them.He made his way over to the queen sized bed.He muttered "I doubt that, but there is only one way to test to see."

"Show him you will do anything to make him happy."Hazel remarked gently touching Daere arm, slowly Daere stepped over the crippled wedding dress.Nervously she walked over to him, her eyes quickly locked onto his.Dirtheman let out a groan"My does this bring back memories, I am glad to have a full view over the weak show you gave me last time."

"You know the best things are hard to reach."Daere calmly remarked,resting his palm on her waist Dirtheman brought her close.Weary lingered in his eyes as he brought his face close to her belly button , pausing inches from her womanhood. Dirtheman eye slightly glew, Daere without realize started to back up not realizing Hazel had stayed close until she whispered "Don't."

"It is alright, i already knew she was going to be frightened."Dirtheman explain, angry quickly rushed through her body. She growled"I am not frightened, Dirtheman…"

"Then came here and sit on my lap."Dirtheman calmly ordered freeing his hard cock from his breeches,Daere sigh falling to her knees.Softly she stated "How about i just treat you instead, to make up for that night?"

"It is start."Dirtheman groan,feeling his eyes on the top of her head Daere could feel Hazel hand on top of her head.She hesitate, her lips pressed against his flabby skin.Daere wondered 'am I really going to do this?'
"Interesting, from what I had learned about you is you detest such actions." Dirtheman remarked, Daere closed her eyes. She muttered "Dirtheman, doing this is actually hard on me could you please just accept it."

"Of course, but if you really want this to mean something to me i want you to play with yourself until you don't think you have anymore self control." Dirtheman ordered, Hazel inquired quietly "Can i?"

"Can you want Hazel?" Dirtheman demanded,Daere opened her mouth. She allowed her salva to run down her tongue as she leaned forward.Hazel spoke up a little louder while Dirtheman shuddered slightly. "I know you wouldn't have allowed it between Nimue and myself, but if you allowed me.. you won't have to worry about her targeting the sentinels if she gets.. frisky and your away."

"That doesn't explain why i should allow you to play with her now." Dirtheman didn't hold back a threatening growl, Daere rested her hands on his lap, she raised herself slightly and placed his cock completely in her waiting mouth. Tightening his grip on top of her head,Dirtheman groan"why are you not playing with yourself?"

"Dirtheman chances are if i manage to pleasure myself before i get you to cum, you would have me hanging over Thedas again."Daere grumbled,roughly he yanked her head back forcing her to look at him.Sharply Dirtheman ordered "Hazel since you insist to stay i trust the rope is ready?"

"Yes..yes Lord Dirtheman, give me a moment."Hazel remarked nervously, Drtheman glared at Daere. Roughly he implied" I was going to wait, but I think this would be the best time to see how much you can take."

"It amazes me how quickly your mood has changed."Daere calmly replied,Dirtheman studied her.Not softening his tone he demanded "get back to sucking my cock and no more word out of you."

'Shouldn't he be focusing on who crashed the wedding?'Daere wondered feeling Dirtheman grip loosen,carefully she relatched her lips over his hardened manhood.Bobbing her head , Daere could her Hazel soft footsteps making their way back. Daere kept her pace, she could feel the rope being tied around her neck. Daere started to pull up, tasting the precum starting to coat the tip. Forcefully he held her head down, growling in a slight mock as his seed filled the inside of her mouth "you will finish what you started vhenan."

"Lord Dirtheman, her hands as well?" Hazel inquired, Daere pulled her head back finally freed from Dirtheman grasp. She leaned over to the side of the bed, Dirtheman threaten grabbing her by a strand of the rope. Ordering "Hazel yes, her hands as well. Now Daere what do you think you are doing? I said finish what you started."

"I don't think she understands Lord Dirthamen.. may I?" Hazel asked, Daere could feel Dirtheman semen starting to coat her tongue. Wondering' Why won't he just let me spit it out? Even his cum is just as nasty as the other guys. '

"Very well, show her what she needs to do." Dirtheman finally stated, Hazel pulled the makeshift rope encouraging Daere to get on her feet.Roughly Hazel pressed her lips over Daere, her tongue shot into her mouth as Dirtheman rested his hands on both of their buttocks.He muttered watching the two played with his semen with their tongue, Hazel rested her hand on Daere's breast while she finally pulled back.Hazel swallowed her share, Daere stare at her still tasting his cum in his mouth while Hazel stated"You need to swallow it, i thought you knew?"

"Hazel, I think she knows what to do with a man's cum. It is trying to get her to do it is the issue that needs to be fixed."Dirtheman calmly explained, Daere gagged feeling the stickiness slide down her throat.She muttered"Disgusting, what is with the rope?I had finished you off shouldn't that be enough?."

"You really think a simple blowjob would lessen my desire?Daere the rope is to make certain you don't cause me any damage, now bend over.You will be punished for being defiant and not finishing when i had asked."Dirtheman growled lightly,Daere replied placing her hands behind her back "Very well i will comply and humor you."

"Trying to act cute won't get you out of this."Dirtheman muttered,Hazel wrapped the rope against Daere wrist as Dirtheman pressed his lips onto her outer thighs. Softing his tone Dirtheman asked "With your permission or not I will stake my rightful claim, the question is would you like me to taste your sweet nectar before I do?"

"If you plan to lay claim, then why are you asking such a stupid question?"Daere inquired looking down at him, gently Dirtheman placed one of her legs onto his shoulder.Muttering"You right why should I ask when I can already feel your heat radiating, calling me to take this abandoned treasure."

"Dirtheman.."Daere felt her voice trapping in her throat feeling his teeth graze against her clit sending chills through her spine,Hazel pressed her body from behind.She muttered still holding the ends of the ropes as she gripped Daere breasts roughly "ma serranas m'lady."

"Don't..don't...don't call me.." Daere wanted to protest only to have her voice to fall short, she could feel his tongue enter her causing her to close her eyes. Daere cracked them open and looked down not able to stop the moans escaping through her lips,Hazel murmured passing the rope to Dirtheman "I do look forward to getting to know you a little better, but I think Lord Dirtheman would appreciate if i leave."

"Now i think you are ready, sit."Dirtheman softly spoke pulling his face back, both barely heard the door close behind her as he started to gently force her down onto his lap.Daere felt her face grow warm feeling his cock sliding past her folds, she started to turn her face away from him.Gently Dirtheman brought his hand onto her cheek, he turned her to face him.Speaking gently"You are not doing this, I can feel your body begging."

"This still isn't right."Daere softly blurted,Dirtheman scuffed"and why isn't this right?I had waited until after did I not?If your still thinking there was even the slightest chance he was coming back, he's not. Accept the fact you survived, yet again because of me."

'I still have my doubts he is dead...but i wasn't there to know for certain' Daere thought watching him place the end of the rope onto the bed, with ease he placed both his hands on her waist. Dirtheman eyes started to shine as a faintly run through her body, softly he muttered "That's my good girl,just remember don't cum until i say "

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'He shouldn't be up this quickly.'Daere thought to herself upon hearing a faint noise coming from the other room, the rough damp cloth paused inches from her bare arms as water dripped from her wet hair.The crescent moon gave little light into the small bathhouse allow, slowly she got up off the stone floor, the water rippled as her legs left itself surface.Grabbing a towel that had laid beside her, Daere wrapped herself tightly.Thinking to herself with annoyance 'it seems no matter how much I scrub, I can still feel the filth all over my body.'

"Hazel please tell me you were not here all night."Mical softly scolded could be the door, Daere poked her head into the room.Dirthamen laid there, his bare chest rising and falling with rhyme.Hazel snapped quietly"there is nothing wrong if i was listening in on them, I can only imagine how…"

"That is enough Hazel, we have work to do so come on." Mical sneered, Daere listened as they moved away from the door, she exhaled her gaze started to drift back to the dresser. She wondered ' that elven guy mentioned it was here, but is this true?'

"I won't know unless i find out."Daere muttered to herself, footsteps barely made a sound as she walked across the room.Approaching the desk, Daere extended her hand reaching for the dresser handle.Pausing in her tracks, Daere quietly opened the drawer, she smirked seeing the familiar black blade.Slowly the smile fade, she turned to look at the sleeping evanuris.Thinking to herself 'this is easy, but if he has fallen into a deep sleep i need to take advantage..'

"No not yet, there is still a chance despite Dirtheman welcoming me here that he would stop me before I could end him."Daere muttered to herself,she put the tanto back, her ears felt to sharpen upon hearing Dirtheman stirred in the bed. Closing her eyes Daere thought 'i guess get this over with, it is bad enough he is going to be questioning how I manage to get out of the rope harness.'

"Your not as stupid as you look." Dirtheman stated, Daere swallowed slightly, opening her eyes she noticed the familiar faint glow starting to fade from his eyes. Forcing a smile Daere crept over to her side of the bed, Dirtheman growled watching her "don't act innocent, if you plan to do that i prefer to be awake and you staring at me. Only a coward would consider such actions against the significant other while their resting, you have gotten to soft."

"Oh you almost sound like you hate the competition Dirtheman." Daere mocked slightly stopping at side, he reached out and wrapped his hand around her wrist. Roughly he tightened his grip, demanding "lay back down, I didn't give you permission to bath now did i?"

"We won't be playing this game Dirtheman, i am not someone to piss off."Daere growled causing a smirk passed his lips, Dirtheman loosened his hold.Keeping his hand on her wrist Dirtheman replied"No you are not, consider it having that false hope i could get more in the morning.You seemed to enjoy it for the most part or it could have been have starving you body was for some type of affection."

"I assume there is some clothes for me?If you had planned that I would…"Daere felt herself snap,Dirtheman cut her off quickly"There already has been arrangements, the little you must have had been taken with Fen'Harel."

'That was right...they had expected me to head back didn't they?'Daere wondered closing her eyes, she shook her head fighting the pit in her stomach.She could hear Dirtheman moved closer on the bed, to her surprise Daere felt him bring her close to his bare chest.Opening her eyes wide Dirtheman hand rested over her ears, gently he rested his chin on top of her head while muttering"All that matters is you survived so i can end this madness that drives my people.Be happy no one would dare to treat you with anymore disrespect , as long as you agreed to my terms that is. "

"Dirtheman do you realize how disgusting of a person you sound like?" Daere calmly stated, her fingers twitched resting at her side. She rested them on his chest, pushing herself away Daere fall backwards onto the hard stone floors.Closing her legs Daere rested a hand on the top of her towel, nearly snapping she replied "I would rather have people like or hate me for being honest then having to come to you with tail between my legs."

"Cute." Dirtheman grunted, carefully he climbed out of the bed.Daere sat there on the floor as he made his way past her, she listen to him mess around the top of the dresser. Emotionless he demanded "if you haven't gotten far with your life on your own as it is, what makes you think you can without one of us allowing you within our rank?Do we really need this discussion?"
"No, but even if I kept messing my life..forget it.."Daere remarked softly staring at the ground, a faint sound of liquid being poured into a goblet filled the silence.She didn't bother turning her head as Dirtheman made his way over to her, he stopped behind her.Ordering sharply"I want you to drink this."

"Why?"Daere slightly demanded turning her head to face him, inches from her face he held the goblet.Coldly he repeated"Drink it, this will help you."

"Thank you."Daere could taste the bitterness in her words, she took the goblet from his hand as Hazel made her way inside.Daere noticed her armor nestled close to the bosom of Hazel's breast plate,softly she spoke" the others are getting ready."

"Good."Dirtheman calmly remarked keeping his glances at Daere, adding" i know it might be a bit soon and i still need to fix that collar of yours, but i am sending you out to do an errand for me.I am sending Galera to alittle secure location, she has done her job well being my servant but my brother i am certain you are aware of his lack of control."

"Ok but why are you sending me out, isn't that why you have your sentinels?"Daere inquired bring the goblet to her lips, keeping her eyes toward him.She allowed the liquid to pass her lips, softly she thought tasting something familiar.' What is this he has been given me? Didn't he give this to me that day Solas found out i had left him?'

"That is a good sign, I must thank you for not throwing such a fuss this time now get up and get dressed."Dirtheman slightly demanded,Daere stared at him.Taking a breath,she placed the goblet down on the cool ground.Carefully she stood, Daere made her way over to Hazel as she held the top of her rogue outfit.Feeling Dirtheman eyes on her back, Daere allowed the towel to fall to the ground.Trying to get over her own discomfort she slip the top on over her bare breasts,Daere adjusted the top as Hazel held picked her pants making a slide comment"It is good to know you lack any undergarments, it would have made things much more difficult on the battlefield."

"Do we really need to start the morning conversation like this?Honestly, at least so far i have noticed you have been waiting to burn my things."Daere remarked,Taliesin face fashed.Clenching her teeth together, she thought 'just move on, they were nothing but like the others...just another stepping stone..'

"That must have struck a nerve, it will get easier over time"Hazel encouraged,Daere took the rest of her clothes. Keeping her mouth shut Daere slipped into her pants, the sun's rays started to crack into the room behind her.Dirtheman started to make his way into the other room as Daere tightened her belt,softly Hazel stated "Soon you will have to realize and accept the servants to help you but right now so he doesn't have to listen to you complain, he is allowing this."

"I don't need him 'to allow me' to do anything, if he wants me to comply better than he needs knock this shit off before accidents happen again."Daere growled,Hazel rested her hand on Daere shoulder.She turned her head slightly, stating "We are heading, Lord Dirtheman."
Not waiting for him to response Daere made her way out through the open door, she paused glancing towards the eluvian. There Mical stood, his helmet resting in between his arms as he glanced back at her. Hazel remarked "the others tend to get impatient."

"How many groups does Dirtheman have?" Daere demanded, Mical explained calmly "you will meet the last of them, he has us that protect his lands and the servants. The hybrids to cause confusion when it is necessary or the effect on their war with the veneration is lacking…"

"Then us, the last remaining ones that have been keeping the red lyrium at bay." Hazel answered cutting Mical off, softly she added "we shouldn't keep talking about this, so let us hurry before Lord Falon'Din gets wind of what is going on."

"But why are we doing this? Doesn't she mean nothing to him?" Daere demanded, Hazel ignored her. She made her way past, Mical stepping through the eluvian. Not waiting for him to get on her case, Daere followed close behind. They had arrived into a small dim light cavern, Hazel had already made her way down the path before them. Mical appear behind Daere, she turned and asked "would you at least answer please, why are we really here."

"It is what Lord Dirtheman has told you, Nimue would have been moved as well if you hadn't have killed her. If the child Galera has any trace of magick he or she would have either been handed to the chantry or trained depending how skilled they were."

' did I just hear him right? The way Dirtheman is running things with them is no better than that cattle 'Daere thought, turning to follow him down the short path. They could hear Hazel talking
".. just remember, she isn't used to our ways."

"If Lord Dirtheman expects us to work with someone who doesn't know how to survive out there, what is the point bring her with us."a male voice was quick to demand, before they could reach them.Pandora snapped as a loud thump followed"shut up you idiot, have you not paid attention to what we have told you?"

'These people.' Daere realized stopping at the opening, she looked around the room noticing how few their numbers were.All of them held the same brand of collar around their necks made with different material,Mical handed her the half mask.He quietly stated"just don't say a word and everything will be ok."

"About time you have arrived."Pandora calmly remark pressing her foot down over the mans throat,Daere sneered"Let him go.."

"Or you will what?"Pandora challenged,Mical sigh, softly he stated"Pandora please don't provoke her, I have witnessed her fight and it is not a pretty sight.I don't want her turning her blades against any of us."

"Only because you have asked, Commander."Pandora stated, she stepped back.Turning to the other sentinels she ordered"we move after they had cleared a path for us, remember we still are losing our people to the red lyrium so stay on your guard."

"Don't even think of running, once all the red templars are gone I want you to head back here if you are able."Mical ordered, unlatching her collar Daere felt the familiar surge. Looking down at her fingertips a faint purple mist developed, nervously Mical ordered"as much as you might be happy to be able to use that ability again, i suggest you don't waste it until we met up with the enemy."

"You have nothing to fear Mical."Daere replied allowing the mist to dispel making her way towards the outside passing the others while they got their weapons from the sentinels , sunlight nearly blinded her as the cold air hit her damp skin.She blinked a couple of times, enough for her eyes to adjust to the fighting before her .A side of skyhold bellowed with smoke from the side,Daere wondered as a couple of griffins circled the chaos unfolding before her.'who?Was i right had some of them survived?Maybe if i manage to get away for a few seconds I can get some answers.'

"What are you waiting for?"the elven man inquired, Daere looked at them with confusion, she turned her attention towards the sentinels as they stood watching.Gathering her voice Daere ordered"what are you doing go out there and do your fucking job."

"Not quite what they were looking for, but I guess it will have to do"Hazel replied through her own half mask, she started to charge.Mical shook his head stopping by her side,he remarked while Daere watched as the others fought. "If Lord Dirtheman allows it I want you to come with me on my rounds, I will help you learn how to take command in places like this."

"I would appreciate the help, Mical, and thank you...i know it doesn't mean much but Dirtheman might have been onto something."Daere admitted putting on her half mask not looking at him,softly he replied"it means more than you know m'lady,here."

' I won't let any of you guys down at least.'Daere thought, she looked to her side recognizing her song dao quickly.Grabbing the hilts Daere stared at the blades, wondering feeling slightly dazed' what type of stone was crafted from anyways? It is nothing like the sentinels or veneration, I guess if it is important I could ask him about it."

"I guess we need to thank Dirtheman when we get the time."a familiar voice broke through Daere thoughts, her eyes went wide.Mical remarked "if we plan to do this, of course Lord Dirtheman would help.Why don't you tell that shemlen it won't be long before we manage to take her guest there, I trust she has a place in mind for Galera to live out the rest of her miserable days until we are able to determine what happens to that child of hers."

'Craven..'Daere thought, slowly she looked up in the air at the griffin rider,Craven snapped pulling on the reins"You know what Mical, i actually thought i was starting to like you but then you make comments like that and have others do you dirty work."

"At least we are still alive, tell me how many did you guys lose?"Mical remarked calmly,Craven growled yanking the reins"Fuck you Mical, just fuck you. "

"Daere."Mical stated, Daere nodded her head. Outstretching her arms, she allowed the mist to dance on the blades of her song doa as she walked towards the red templar horde.Faintly Daere wondered in confusion . 'I am nothing more than this...am i? With Craven alive...i could be something more can i?'

"Watch out."Craven seemed to have called out above her,Daere looked up at him then turned her head to find a behemoth fastly lowering his harden arm.With a swift motion Daere swung, some of the mist casted off her song doa, turning her back to the behemoth.Not waiting to see if her spell had hit her target, Daere started to walk away.Seeing the griffins shadow hover over her as she fought,Daere wondered blocking a red templars sword with her song doa.' Why wont he just fly over, Mical had given him an order.'

"Cant believe Dirtheman sent out someone so weak here."She could hear Craven muttered above her, feeling the sting as he finally flew off. Daere thrust the song doa into the creatures chest, her vision started to blur as tears threatened to spill over .Softly Daere muttered, bracing for the next attack "I am sorry you see me that way, but I am trying."

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The clashing nearly deafen her ears, as the fighting contured around her. In the corner of Daere eyes, she could see Craven and the other few griffin riders doing the best casting a few bolts of fire down. She wondered ' are they trying to achieve what the darkspawn could not?'

"Their starting to retreat, we cannot allow them to escape."Daere could hear Hazel shouted close by, turning her head slightly in time to witness several running down.Making her choice, Daere started to give chase after the large group.Few paid her any heed, making their way towards the stone walls.Craven voice snapped at her from above "Just fall back, the last thing I want to hear is Dirtheman bitching at us because his new dog died on her first day."

"Shut the fuck up Craven, least she is doing more then you are.If you have such an issue then why dont you get off that fucking thing and come help us "Hazel snapped walking toward Daere side as she stopped then turned to look at him noticing the tireness in his eye, wondering 'he hasnt slept much has he?How many of them are here anyways?more importantly is he.."

"With that sorry of an excuse i might as well"Craven sneered, they stood there watching as he loosen the reins.Slowly Daere etched closer looking at the birdlike creature as it landed,Craven slide off, he held onto the reins turning his back to them.Gently rubbing her thumbs on the side of her finger,wondering 'would he let me touch it..'

"Move any closer and I will see it being hostile."Craven growled sending a chilling glare, Daere stopped in her tracks as Hazel replied"I swear, have you even consider she wasn't planning to attack?After everything Lord Dirtheman has kindly.."

"Dirtheman didn't do jack shit to help us, we still lost the place because he was to busy dancing around looking for her body when we could have searched."Craven snapped, Daere looked at the griffin.She listen to him add,Daere reached out to touch Nectan beak"She didn't deserve to have the eluvian tear her to pieces that way, but you guys don't seem to care.The only thing that would have had Dirthrman do this was the fact that Fen'Harel had her and that was wrong, so I am here to make certain the two of you actual live despite how much those who follow the evanuris deserve their end."

"What are you doing?"Hazel inquired sharply,Daere slowly turned her head and looked at them.Nectan nuzzled her shoulder, slowly Daere stepped back and rested her hands in front of her covering her wedding band.Craven grabbed her by the front of her elven rogue outfit, he threatened"If you done something to him i will kill you myself."

"Lighten up Craven, I don't think she has even been around a griffin before."Hazel replied,he turned to look at her then back at Daere. Softing his tone, he asked"why are you speaking for her anyways?This woman can talk can't she?"

"No, i can explain while we find out where the red templars have gone."Hazel replied, he nodded, studying the design of Daere half mask.Craven ordered slightly "Nectan, stay close but don't let them see you."

"Yes, the last thing we need is to cause an extinction."Hazel muttered, Nectan spread out his brown wings, his feathers slightly danced as a breeze pick up.Watching the griffin take flight Daere brushed a strand of her hair back, she wondered ' i never imagine how soft they were,would riding one have the same rushing feel as falling from a dragon?'

"Now explain about her, tell me why she seems familiar."Craven demanded,uneasiness crossed Hazels eyes.Taking a breath she started to walk following the path the red templars had vanished,Daere quickly went took off her wedding band.Keeping her head down, Daere started to follow.Softly Hazel spoke"despite her lack of speech if you did not pay attention, this woman has cleared off most of the red templars on her own."

"Quit dancing, what did Dirtheman do to get this one?"Craven demanded, Hazel slightly looked at Daere. She explained,"Believe it or not but Lord Dirtheman found her, she was a prisoner for the qun.By the time we had a chance to get her, they had cut out her tongue.Sewing her mouth shut, you should have seen she was nothing but skin and bone."

'Bullshit.'Daere thought closing her eyes,Craven asked ``I guess that would explain about not mentioning her name, but why hasn't he done more?"

"Well you have had us helping you retrieve bodies."Hazel muttered,Craven turned his attention to Daere, softly he impaled "even if you can't speak I am certain you know how to listen, the inquisitor has a spirit that calls himself Cole. I can talk to.."

"That won't be necessary, Craven."Hazel snapped angrily ,Craven looked at her.Slowly he nodded his head, muttering under his breath" i swear i am starting to wonder what you are hiding, but i won't press."

"What was that?"Hazel growled,Craven spoke a little louder stopping in his tracks"You heard me,we appreciate everything Dirtheman has done to help keep that place quiet.But there is a few things that doesn't make a lack of sense, chances are I am overthinking all of this.We haven't had a decent rest since...since you guys did confirm Daere demise.

'My demise...does he not realize i am standing right here? I can understand when we ended up in that alternate realm..but i am fucking right here 'Daere looked at him oddly,Hazel remarked calmly "it must be rough losing them both, but you can't blame her or any of us in the matter.Lord Dirtheman is still willing to work with you and them, if your willing to do some odds and ends for him."

"Normally I would have something to say against it but seeing the woman, alright Hazel I will drop it."Craven replied studying Daere again, he extended his hand out as she stared at him blankly. Daere brushed him off, faintly wondering "what is wrong with me? Earlier...i was upset..but now...now i just want to kill him for stopping us.'

"I guess I deserved that."Craven muttered,Hazel snapped slightly"of course you deserve it, if you had stayed with."

"What was that.' Daere wondered toning them out, Hazel stopped in mid sentence as blood developed to her side.Craven growled drawing her attention, watching a shade appear"I should have stayed in the air to give you two better cover."

"Too late to complain, we took this risk just by coming out here."Hazel admitted, pulling her kusarigama from her side. Pandora voice could be heard stating" idiot, that was the wrong one."

"Pandora, why aren't you with the others? I thought the reason why you sentinels were here was to use the chaos as cover?"Hazel inquired sharply,Pandora stepped out with her sai. She replied " I was, but then i realized.This would be the perfect opportunity for an accident to happen, i figured this she would actually do something right with her pathetic life."

"Hazel, this is one of the reasons why i had left aren't you tired of having to fight against your own comrade at arms?"Craven inquired,Hazel replied softly" alot of us are, but the change will be coming.Your people that have passed hadn't died in vain, Lord Dirtheman will make certain of it."

"And how is he supposed to accomplish on his own?You know if he had helped them none of this would have happened"Craven demanded,Daere felt the seams of her side pausing upon feeling a small blade. She pulled it listen to Pandora state"It doesn't matter how much power the two of you think you have against these creatures, i will put a stop to both of you with my own hands.Craven the coral has nothing to do with you and the survivors, just turn around."

"If I did and you do happen to succeed, chances are it won't be long before they are attacked by them.My answer is no Pandora, I might not have been able to be there for both Daere and Taliesin but i can't just let them suffer when they are the ones to help us push this back."

'Craven…just like then he didn't back down...he could have just left me to face Anduril alone
'Daere realized,shaking her head she pressed her emotions. Using the small blade Daere cut through the fabric, the cold blade touch her skin.Feeling the dampness from her own blood Daere knelt to the ground, Pandora remarked walking away as more started to appear"you must have already reached your limit or Dirtheman was wise enough to not lend you that much mana.Either way you lose, don't forget to bring back her head."

"Padora Lord Dirtheman will hunt you down for this."Hazel snapped, Daere looked down at the snow, her blood dripped from her self inflicted injuries onto the pure white snow.The snow redden, turning slightly black as a mist started curl,demonic hands started to sprout from the ground while she looked back at her.Without a word Daere through her hand forward in a command, terror demons started to rush not giving the three a second glance.She could hear Craven mutter"when did you people know how to do blood magick?"

"Don't think about it just fight or we all are screwed."Hazel ordered throwing the weight at the end of her chain in the air, rotating above her head a light blue mist developed on the blade.Daere stared at it with curiosity, wondering 'why is her mist color different then mine? How is it even possible?'

"When we survive this you are going to answer my question."Craven demanded holding his song dao out in front of him allowing the blue flames to licked the air, her light purple mist weakly developed as she thought.' This seems a little more organized then having to be thrown into battle.'

"Be ready there are a few behind."Hazel admitted realizing the shade had slipped back in the shadows, shifting her feet slightly Daere allowed the mist to vanish from her song dao.Stepping forward, Daere allow her spell to encase the two, trapping them within the weak circle.Craven cried out in alarm"what the hell do you think you are doing, i had not came out here just for any thing to happen."

"I understand you want to prove a point but it is better you allow me to assist."Hazel remarked desperately,Daere just stared at them blankly, turning her head her reflexes kicked in raising blade up.The shade had reappear clashing his arm downward, swiftly moving back Daere lunged forward swinging at the oncoming red templar soldiers. Blood started to blind her line of vision as more started to appear, feeling exhaustion starting to kick in Daere quickly switched to the defensive.Thinking upon seeing more movement ' we should have let them go or waited because i don't think i can conture at this pace.'

"Keep the wolves back and don't let them touch you." Felassan ordered,Daere couldn't hold back a grin underneath her half mask.She pushed the red templar soldier back, with ease she embed her song dao into the weakness of its armor.Turning to look across at the others, Daere witness them fighting off a few of the horrors.Realizing quickly 'that wasn't enough, how long was my spell down?'

"Turn around."Hazel shouted at her, Daere looked forward in time to see branches engulfing another red templar.Felassan remarked"that is enough of that, is that all of them?"

"We think so, but i doubt judging by the cart trails we did" A male voice stated coming into the clearing, more appeared with blood covering their armor.Two held onto Pandora as she struggled within their grasp, looking past them Daere notice another.It took her a moment to realize who it was, Hazel muttered aloud "Scathath, what have they done to you?"

"She is alright for the most part, where is Dirtheman we figured he would be here to take care of this?" Felassan asked, Craven stated sharply "you know he wouldn't, all he ever has done is allow others to do his work.How did you know we were here anyways?"

"We saw Nectan over the trees lines without you, so we thought it was better to check it out. Craven you know you shouldn't be so careless, i don't think.." Felassan stopped, Craven explained " Dirtheman dropped a new one on us, i thought you would appreciate if someone stepped in.Bonus she apparently cannot speak do to the qun, which we should have someone talk to him to release her from this."

"Craven you know as well as I do that will not happen, the deal was in exchange for his help we don't take any of his."Felassan hissed at him,Hazel clipped her kusarigama, making her way over to Scathath side.She knelt beside her,Daere kept her gaze at Felassan listening to Craven" how can you stand up for him after what he did?I don't blame him for what happened to Taliesin, maybe i would if i wasn't there but Daere..she didn't.We should have left things alone maybe dropped her off somewhere instead of helping her look for her half brother, or tried to explain to Fen'Harel that plan of his wasn't going to work"

"Craven head back and get you injuries looked at, I understand the disappointment but there isn't anything we can do now."Felassan explained,Daere stared at them, part of her wanted to speak up.She started to reach for the clasp on the back of her half mask but stopped as Mical appeared, he made his way over to the emerald knights restraining Pandora. Growling "Tampering with the mirror wasn't enough, was it but you didn't have to get those people involved."

"Anything is necessary during the time of war, or have you forgotten.Mical allow me to go, once I have corrected this we can go back to a time it was just us fighting against the veneration.No more half breeds, no more of those freaks, just us like it should be."Pandora pleaded looking up at him,Mical ignored her, he asked " What am I going to do with you?If you have a good reason and care to explain to everyone why you have been working against our people."

"What I did was no different than what that bitch over there has been doing against us for years , you know just as much as the rest of us she deserve death not a place by Lord Dirtheman side."Pandora replied glaring at Daere,Mical nodded his head.Without looking back he commanded"For an unjustifiable cause you have sealed your own fate, you will be taken in front of Lord Elgar'nan for pending execution, enduring the blood eagle.Once the sentence is carried out you will be sent to Lord Falon'Din, he will decide if you spirit will be able to move to the next life.

"Mical..please something other than that..how could you even consider having the same punishment as those who defy them?"Pandora begged weakly, Mical turned to look at Daere.Calmly he replied to Pandora" your going to be an example."

'He was threatening me...wasn't he?How bad is this blood eagle anyways?'Daere wondered unmoved, Felassan stated"you do have things taken care of, you know we cant take her there for her sentencing."

"I know, do you think you can watch Scathath until someone comes back?"Mical inquired softly,Felassan answered "it shouldn't be a problem, I will let the inquisitor know to keep the storage room unlocked."

"You two are to come back with me, the rest are already working on those infected."Mical growled grabbing Pandora arm,Hazel nodded.Daere hilted her song dao , she watched Craven kneeling down next Scathath than turn to follow.As she got closer Daere could hear Mical inquire "Was there any trouble?"

"Not from her, but I suggest you keep an eye on Craven. He was asking a lot of questions."Hazel replied,Pandora sneered"it won't matter what you intend to do, they will find out and when they do you will regret it when the retaliate."

"Pandora shut up, i hope you feel every bit of pain when you do face you sentence."Hazel muttered. She looked back at Daere, asking "Are you ok, you know after this whole time you had a chance to go with them."

"It wouldn't matter if i had if they think I am dead."Daere admitted taking off her half mask,Hazel remarked"we need to tell Lord Dirtheman you still cant summon the kumiho."

"Isnt that a good thing?Not to be mean but i really dont want to be out here fighting, after awhile the blood just gets too much."Daere stated,Hazel groaned, softly she replied "I guess we cant go talk to Lord Dirtheman about this, but if he does refuse try not to put up much of a fuss."

'It shouldnt be much of an issue if he wants to keep me alive.'Daere thought, the path in front of them started to clear into the opening.Dirtheman stood there at the mouth of the cavern with his arms crossed over his own breastplate, Pandora whispered shaking her head"Ir abelas Lord Dirtheman but it needed to be done, i beg of you have mercy."

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"I should be in momently." Dirtheman stated standing in the doorway,Daere paused her hands held onto the roughness of her armor.She realized 'unlike the guards in Thedas, Dirtheman isn't taking any chances. What else am I supposed to do to get him to lower his guard?'

"Take your time."Daere calmly replied setting the rogues top onto the desk,hearing the door close. Daere worked quickly getting out of her rogue bottoms, she could hear Dirtheman ordering close to the door " i need you to get this fixed for me, but before you do get the spare and bring it here."

"You didn't answer me about Craven."Hazel slightly pressed, Daere quietly opened the desks door.She could hear Dirtheman replied"I don't see a reason to send someone after him if she didn't say a word, if he persists though then i shall."

'Shit.'Daere thought with a slight sigh, she stared at the bottom of the wood not surprised. Dirtheman voice rang out from behind her "Looking for something?"

"Were is it?"Daere demanded turning to face him,keeping her nerve Daere stood there watching him walk closer.Dirtheman stopped, he reached out his hand.Daere flinched slightly feeling his cool palm on her warm cheek.Studing her face, Dirtheman admitted, stucking his thumb back "It was removed, i hadnt counted on you resisting my control this long.Later tonight Hazel will set out cloths for you that were brought in by some of Ghilian'nian servants."

"Like i had told Solas, I was ok with what i own."Daere remarked,Dirtheman shifted slightly.Controlling his angry, Dirtheman answered ``I don't want to hear you say Fen'Harel name again do you understand? If you expect others to treat you better, you will treat him like we do nothing more but a parasite."

"Is he...is he still alive?"Daere inquired,Dirtheman started to use the tips of his, entangling the strands of her hair gently.Struggling to keep his calm,Dirtheman answered"it shouldn't matter if he is alive or dead, what you should be thinking about is how you plan to make up for everything you have done."

"It is a simple yes or no answer." Daere felt her temper threatening to flare,realizing her mistake Daere tried to step back. Dirtheman started to harden his gaze, he tightened his grip on her hair.Demanding "Tell me what you plan to do if you have accomplished your goal?Clearly you seem to have been lacking falling through with your kills still."

'Talking about them still must make him uneasy, but still i would rather hear it from him then to jump to conclusions.'Daere thought,Dirtheman loosened his grip,he started to make his way towards their bed.Softly he asked, turning to face her"well?"

"If i had lived, I would have to figure out how to get back at the others.That is if i had it in me to conture this."Daere admitted,Dirtheman started to raise his satin shirt over head.Daere turned her head to the side, clenching her teeth together listening to him reply "Dont be like that, we have already seen each other during our first night.Would you believe me if i told i want him dead as well"

"Why would you want any of them gone?" Daere tilted her ear slightly up,calmly Dirtheman explained"For years i have watched many great talents vanish because of Elgar'nan ignorance, so i had takn the time to learn abou the tanto that you had carried I had learned some interesting things."

"I see, do i even want to know of this new development?"Daere inquired, resting her arm over her stomache.Daere thought to herself 'me being here just for the humans just didnt sit right, but Dirtheman wanting to go after his own father that's just suicide.'

"Tell me your thoughts."Dirthrman remarked, the bed crumbled under his weight as he sat down.Daere studied his bare chest, slowly she made her way over to him.Thinking 'either way chances are he is trying to find an excuse to cause me harm, so I might need to be careful

"I had a hunch, but the plan of using me like that is flawed.There is still the matter we still dont know if i can bond with that creature,secondly Elgar'nan would turn me to ash if his sentiniels havent done anything." Daere replied,stopping in front of him Dirtheman wasted no time resting his hands on her waist.Dirtheman replied"Leave him to me when the time comes, so as of right now you know what you need to do.Focus on fighting against those creatures, we need to bring our world back to what it once was before i can consider making my move.But it is never too soon to study abit of the layout of his walls, you can do that without raising suspension cant you?

"In other words if i fail your just going to pretend it was my own doing." Daere inquired ,Dirtheman admitted"I have much more to lose then you do, so i cannot play a hand in your actions"

I see." Daere replied calmly ,Dirtheman stroked her skin with his thumb.Explaining "You have nothing to be afraid of."

"Either from my own step father hands or from my guild, I have already accepted not to be afraid of what will happen if i fail.Even if i had shown weakness when I had faced your brother, it won't happen again ."Daere remarked, Dirtheman allowed a gently grin to press his lips, stating"That is much more like it and here i was starting to be afraid Fen'harel had completely broken that wall of yours."

"Can i go clean off?The last thing you would want is to accidently contract some of the red lyruim that might have clung to my body again."Daere inquired. Dirtheman tightened his grip, his nails started to dig into her skin .He groaned "there is nothing to worry about, unlike Anduril when she was stupid enough to use the red lyruim herself.I have taken the time to observe how your people were able to counter it.In fact i had found a way to withstand small dosage, that is why you had even saw Falon'din back then."

"If you know how to then why kept that from the others? That isn't really playing fair."Daere remarked sharply,Dirtheman brushed her outburst a side.He pulled her gently onto the bed, muttering "that is enough talk but if you must know neither is Elgar'nan fucking around with Ghilian'nan for centuries fair for Mythal, it is part of the game just my hand has more then what has been played. Let us focus on your own punishment for your own tressgression against me."

"My transgression?if i remember correctly i busted my ass while you were over here doing who knows what?" Daere demanded feeling the familiar soft bedding underneath her,Dirtheman looked down at her.Forcing his hands above her head, Dirtheman growled using his knees to part her legs"You will do as I say, how many times do I have to remind you of this?"

"Ir abelas, dear husband."Daere muttered moving her knee to his stomach, not giving her a chance Dirtheman rested his free hand on her stomach.Daere could feel electricity conduct through her body, growling Dirtheman threaten "you should have known better to even think you would get away with assaulting me."

'I cant breath.' Daere realized gasping for air, she could feel her body stiffen as another surge running through her body.She struggled weakly underneath him, barely hearing the door open.Daere stopped moving, she could feel him lift his hand.Upon wondering allowing her body to go limp 'he claims to need me but what would he do if he accidentally goes to far?'

"Well you start behaving?"Dirtheman demanded, their eyes locked onto each other looking ,hearing the footsteps Dirtheman turned his head. Hazel stopped, she handed Dirtheman a metal collar.Without questioning Hazel stated"here you go Lord Dirtheman."

"Go tend to your duties"Dirtheman ordered,listening to Hazel leave Daere muttered " one of these days you will go to far."

"Wont be the first time, now hold still so i can get this on you."Dirtheman answered, turning to look at her.Daere stared back at him slightly debating in her mind 'should i spit in his face?no chances are he would do it again.'

"do you want me to do it again?I will not stop until your heart does."Dirtheman threatened,Daere let out a sigh, softly she pressed "I really don't see Falon'din helping you again, have you ever considered asking nicely?"

"Give me a reason why i should ask you nicely after you just tried to cause me harm?"Dirtheman demanded,Daere remarked" fair enough, is it possible you can answer one thing for me.Why did Craven say i was dead?"

"You remember Mical did bring back Viven body? I had one of Falon'din sentinels do me a favor casting an identity spell over her while you were in your own grief, it didn't take much really all i needed was something small that had some of your dna to make the spell to work."Dirtheman explained, he leaned forward placing the cold metal around her neck.Daere stated"I never gave you anything."

"You gave me plenty, when we drink traces of salive is lift behind.When you laid in the bed if you realize it or not small pieces of you hair would stay.But since i needed something more effective i had used abit of your blood i had gathered just in case my brother wasnt able to bring you back from the land of the decease."

"That is actually really disputing to know, but i can see why it was done to begin with even if the motive is slightly flawed in itself.You were risking alot sending me down there you know, if they were not caught up in like he was i doubt i would have came back"Daere admitted feeling him loosen his grip from her wrist.Undoing his belt, Dirtheman inquired"now that you know are you planning to go back?"

"No, even if Solas was alive or not..i can't wash my hands clean from this."Daere admitted softly, Dirtheman muttered undoing his belt"no one hands are clean,now are you going to drop the sarcasm attitude."

"Your not expecting me to put that thing back in my mouth are you?"Daere inquired dryly, Dirtheman looped the collar with his belt demanding"what do you think? Besides it wouldnt kill you to mastibate while you did suck my cock."

'My ancestors are probably rolling in their graves at this point.'Daere thought closing her eyes with a groan, she could feel a sharp tug in front of her causing her look. Keeping his manhood inches from her face,Dirtheman demanded" I am waiting, or would you like me to request Hazel to get the cat tail whip again."

"Please don't."Daere muttered, Dirtheman demanded"then hop to it, if you do i better job then last night he i might consider treating you."

'I swear if you keep this up, i will treat you with large sharp shards up your ass.'Daere thought slightly spiteful, feeling Dirtheman releasing his gasp Daere sat up, resting her palms on the wrinkled blanket.She moved on of her hands between her thighs, slowly she leaned in forward.At first Daere hesitate seeing the precum had develope, not wanting to endure anymore of his wrath Daere parted the lips to her womanhood with her fingers.Her lips touched Dirtheman foreskin,carefully she used her teeth to nip looking up at him.Playing with her own clit,Daere wrapped her mouth over his harden member. She could hear him let out a satisfying groan, thrusting his body sightly.He muttered."your going to do this right aren't you, fuck yes you are my little bitch."

'Could we please not do this?'Daere thought feeling her own juices starting to coat her fingers, now able to control her muffled moan.Feeling herself starting to raise to her peak, Dirtheman yanked back his belt causing Daere to lightly choke feeling his semen starting to feel her mouth. Threatening her"Don't think i am allowing you off the hook that easily, now you know what needs to be done."

'How much trouble would I be if I forced myself to throw up in his face.'Daere wondered glancing up at him,feeling the stickiness slipping out from the corner of her mouth. Daere pulled away from his limp cock, realizing quickly ' best not.'
"Smart girl, i think you have finally learned your first lesson."Dirtheman calmly stating, resisting the urge to throw up Daere had trouble swallowing.Dirtheman sat back, gripping both sides of her face.He pressed his mouth over hers forcing his tongue into Daere's,she wondered trying to use to the roughness of his touch'Doesnt he care that there might be traces left?'

"Soon i do hope to see that i wont have to order you like this."Dirtheman groan pulling a few inches from her,he moving one of his hands.Dirtheman gripped one of her breast roughly, slowly he trailed his hand down seeing their way between her legs.Daere kept her breathing steady feeling his fingers touching her lips. Dirtheman muttered "you were getting to close, but i appreciate you holding it.Either way I am going to ask you to get into a better position for me, dont make me request twice or things will get worse"

"Dirtheman i wouldn't dream of it."Daere replied,moving his hand away Daere flipped over, exposing her buttocks into the air.Uneasiness spread through the base of her spine as she started to feel him rest his hands on her backside,with the roughness of the belt Dirtheman gently parted her cheeks.Daere could hear him mutter to himself"It shouldn't be to soon to break into her this way."

"Dirtheman, normal if someone talks to themselves about breaking into another.That individual might feel like they need to be concerned."Daere remarked sharply turnig her head,Dirtheman ordered"I didnt give you premission to speak out your concern, now face forward."

"Very well, just if you had gotten tired of me then at least let me see that it is coming."Daere slighty gumbled, Dirtheman moved back, she could feel the tug of the belt as he started to reach under the bed.Staring at the headboard,Daere started to get irritated by her own frustration.Without warning something cold slipped between her thighs,Dirtheman wrapped one of his arms around her waist as he demanded"you are to keep that control."

"Dirtheman i reqlly hope what you just placed in my cunt is clean."Daere muttered feeling her face grow warm,Dirtheman muttered moving the object into a slowly rhythm, covering it with her nectar "for now it is."

'This is better then nothing.'Daere thought slightly thrusting her body, lowering her head she cold feel her hair fall over her face. To her surprise, Dirtheman lean over, he kiss her bare back rdering softly"take it slow if i am to enter you."

"Then what are you waitig for."Daere whispered, Dirtheman contured to kiss her back.She could feel her juices trailing onto her inner thighs as she fought to hold back, faintly the two cold hear Mical snap "That is twice i have to get on your case, what do you think Lord Dirtheman would do if you keep this up."

"Honestly i dont think he would mind it so much."Hazel quickly went into the defensive,Mical sneered"Just shut up and put your belt back on before the others notice, havent you hear of having some self control?"

"Self control is no fun, Mical.Besides i need to let Lord Dirtheman know..."Hazel could be heard slightly protest,Mical snapped cutting her off "It can wait until later,i am certain they want their privacy without you pleasuring yourself by the doorway."

"Sounds like you have trouble out there."Daere weakly muttered, moving her head to the side, Dirtheman brushed her hair.Nipping her ear, he muttered "They can handle it, right now i want to deal with what is in front of me."

"How much longer are you going to have me resist?"Daere whimpered,slowly she could the hardness being pulled from between her legs.Dirtheman muttered moving the object up."not much longer, dont tense up."

"Why would i tense…"Daere stopped, she felt a shiver run through her spine as he pressed the object up her rear.Dirtheman tightened his grip around her waist, keeping her from turning to face him.Softly he stated"take it easy, you need to adjust.Be glad i am not doing this the same way i had done with Nimue."

"That isnt a place things go"Daere growled, Dirtheman rubbed his manhood against her wet exposed lips.With a groan he replied" If it has a hole it can be used for any use."

"There is absolutely no logic to that."Daere moan softly, resting her head on their bed Dirtheman parted her womanhood with a single thrust forward.Forgetting her uncomfortable,Daere gripped onto the bed sheets loosing herself as Dirtheman roughly picked up the pace.She buried her face into the soft satin trying to hide her moans,Dirtheman yank back, he growled"if your enjoying this i want to hear, so stop this behavior."

"Yes Dirtheman."Daere heard herself whimper in pleasure,thinking to herself, she realized' he wouldn't let me live this down if i admitted what he was doing feels good.'

"Do you wish to finally be released."Dirtheman groan,Daere replied softly feeling him hardening within her getting ready to burst."Dirtheman..please.."

"Then beg for it."He growled thrusting faster, moving one of his hands back to her breast.Dirtheman twisted Daere's harden nipple, she yapped slightly by the sudden jolt of pain.Tighting his grasp Dirtheman pressed "well i dont here you."

"Dirtheman..please..it is driving me insane..just allow me this sweet release.."Daere heard herself crie out ,Dirtheman demanding with a grunt "then you have my premission to release as i fill your body"

Daere closed her eyes tightly, her climax rushed through her body as Dirtheman contured at his own pace.Feeling shaken Daere could feel their mixed juices trail down her inner leg, Dirtheman loosened his grip.Pulling his manhood out of her, Daere could barely hear Dirtheman stating"Certainly this has to feel much better then what he has done for you."

"Does it matter?"Daere barely muttered feeling her legs give way from underneath,Dirtheman sneered"it does if you dont want to pull a all nighter again while i try to get you to forget Fen'Harel ."

"Dirtheman, you shouldn't feel threaten by him if i am right in front of you."Daere replied,creaking her eyes she could feel Dirtheman placing her arms behind her back.He tied the belt around her wrist tightly, muttering"It doesnt matter if your infront of me, remember if you do decide to start sleeping around i will kill them right before your eyes.i refuse to have a half wit like yourself cheat me out of a power that belongs to me."

'Why would he care?Dont the nobles do that all the time?'Daere wondered feeling Dirtheman forcing her to lay in the bed,he turned her to face him.Gently he brushed back Daere's hair out of her face, she noticed the coldness in his eyes while he muttered"there wont be a issue, now wont there?"

"No."Daere murmured with uneasiness,Dirtheman leaned in, he kissed her forehead.Remarking softly Dirtheman moved away from her."Good, now if you tear up my belt like you did my rope i will have you chained to the bed. "

"Your leaving me like this?"Daere slightly demanded, she watched him starting to get dressed.Without looking at her Dirtheman stated as Hazel walked back into the room carrying a tray."I wasnt going to allow you to get off the hook for destroying the bedpost or the rope."

"For fuck sake."Daere groaned laying back, her body throbbed slightly, she could hear Hazel place the tray down.Dirtheman made himself comfortable sitting himself down, lightly he ordered"that is enough, go ahead and check on the others that stayed back."

"Yes lord Dirtheman."Hazel replied, Daere slightly strained her neck listening to her leave. Catching Dirtheman gaze, Daere watched him as he brought the chalice up to his lips.Feeling her mouth abit dry, Daere thought watching him place it on the table 'so this is how he plays it, ass.'

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"Oh dear, this won't do, this won't do at all"Daere could hear Hazel mutter from the other room, fixing the bottom of the silk elven blouse Daere stepped out.Hazel turn and gaze at her holding onto Dirtheman shredded belt, sighing Hazel remarked placing it onto the pieces of wood "well at least you are dressed, why don't you come closer so i can make certain you didn't put that on wrong."

"I know how to dress myself, where is Dirtheman i think we need to be talking about..terms."
Demanded Daere, she could feel her face flush watching Hazel making her way over.Stopping inches from Daere,Hazel reached out, her palm gently touched Daere by the arm.Realizing Daere wondered 'why I had I not notice this before when I had arrived?They feel the same way as Azenor sibling, is it possible Hazel is…'

"He will be here shortly, what you should be worried about is having to explain the mess you made.Did he not tell you that you were not to remove the plug or to get out of your restraints?" Hazel demanded,Daere slightly snapped,"I am going to stop you there, what he did was..humiliating."

"But you enjoy it didn't you? Having that exciting feeling while filled by something other than a demanding cock, being dominant, the shire pleasure of wondering when he would allow such freedom with every thrust."Hazel inquired enthusiastically , Daere brushed Hazel hand off her. Muttering walking away from her "Something like that..it shouldn't have happened, it felt.."

'I couldn't have enjoyed that...could i?'Daere realized stopping in her tracks,quickly she placed her hands over her ears.Closing her eyes, Daere could feel the panic starting to rise within her.Thinking 'Dammit nothing about this was right, was it? There should be anything pleasurable what he was doing.'

"I know that look all too well, how can anyone possibly enjoy having..." Hazel voice suddenly appear behind Daere,feeling her hands trailing themselves towards the slight opening of the front of her pants .Daere snapped suddenly grabbed her wrist."I would think twice before advancing further Hazel, if you like being controlled by him then why had you not said something soon?You would have been bedding him every night if you had wished it,or was Nimue that much a problem."

"Nimue was never a problem, in fact from what I heard she was to be escorted off Lord Dirtheman lands that day you killed her.Speaking of which you might want to consider staying out of Lord Falon'Din sight for a while, I heard even if things are official Lord Falon'Din apparently was planning to break their own rules and raise the child you took away from him."

"Wait i thought Nimue was carrying Dirtheman child?"Daere inquired slightly in shock,she thought 'either way, having to get their blood on my hands wasn't acceptable.'

"I assume that is what they told you?It would have been true if Lord Falon'Din didn't have a nasty habit of sleeping with lord Dirtheman property."Hazel explained,glaring Daere stated slowly yet coldly"People's lives are not to be considered property, i swear even if it kills me i will change this train of thought with him."

"Good luck on that, the only thing Lord Dirtheman cares about is getting even with Lord Elgar'nan, he doesn't care about anything else."Hazel replied, nipping Daere gently by the ear. Daere cleared her throat,she tightened her grip and pulled forcefully, removing Hazels hand from her body.With a groan Hazel murmured, trying to press her body against Daere back. "Come on, i can tell you are starting to accept him, why wont you have a chance to join in?I know he wouldn't mind us, if fact he encourages us to develop some relationship so we can work better out there"

"Starters i don't think he would be happy to see anyone near me after the aggression yerestorday "Daere muttered glancing at the doorway,Hazel explain nuzzling the back of her ear

"he only does it so to try and keep things under control, for example if Mical and Eva happen to have a child and they grew up.There would be a conflict between Lord June and Lord Dirtheman because of the parents, neither like the idea of giving someone up so to make it simple they have tried to keep relationships within their holds."

'If that is the case, I would hate to see what would happen if war broke out between them.'Daere thought, she loosened her grip, allowing Hazel to by pass her defenses.Feeling Hazel's breasts pressing against her back, Daere exposed her neck, feeling Hazel's fingers gently parting her tender lips.The back of her mind slightly nudged 'there is no doubt about it, her hands are slightly larger than mine.But would she be offended?'

"Can I ask you something?"Daere muttered weakly ,Hazel murmured "You can ask me anything you want."

"If your so into him, why does he need me here?Why aren't you collared?" Daere tried to be careful with her words,Hazel stopped.A scuffed passed her lips, answering"would you look at me differently if you knew the truth."

"I would prefer the truth over a lie, just as much as how well you treat others."Daere stated,feeling her body stiffened.Hazel pulled away from her, Daere turned to find her jaw flexing.Not looking up, Hazel admitted " so what gave it away?It took Lord Dirtheman months when he had those collars made before he even realized anything different, the reason why i am not being restrained like you is the fact those collars cut off our uses as you know.Maybe if i was born like you are...maybe Lord Dirtheman wouldn't have any need for you, if things were to go wrong and the last dench effect to inhabit a body had failed.Having someone that could reproduce would help him stay alive, even if his body was deceased that traces of mana that lingers can be enough. "

'For fuck sake, didnt i just leave something even relevant to that!?! 'Daere thought in alarm staring at Hazel, opening her mouth Daere stopped. Dirthamen stale voice filled the room "Are the two of you ready?"

"What is going on?"Daere demanded looking at the doorway, Dirtheman studied the damages,slowly he angrily looked at Daere not noticing Hazel moving over to him.Her voice barely cutting the air "We are heading back to what is lft of Revas for abit."

"Shouldn't I need armor for this?"Daere inquired,Dirtheman explained trying to keep his temper under control making his way to her."The place is secured for now, if anything goes wrong the sentinels know what to do."

"And what about you?"Daere inquired eyeing him with suspension, he stopped in front of her.Hazel watched from the doorway as his hand rested above Daere collar, bracing herself for the coming pain Dirtheman stated"I have things to take care with Falon'Din, since the two of you have made it clear neither can be in the same room with each other.This is forcing me to figure out how to work around certain matters

'Here it comes.'Daere thought, to her surprise she heard the soft click.The collar barely cling to Daere neck, Dirtheman leaned in.Gently his lips rested upon hers,pressing his nose against hers he mutters "We will settle matters later."

"Could we not?"Daere sightly growled, realizing her mistake Dirtheman eyes slightly shone through the cracks of his eyelids. Daere thought'Shit.'

"Go."Dirtheman muttered, kissing her gently he nudged Daere towards the door.Looking back oddly at him, Daere wondered watching him turn his back to them 'What in abyss name was that.'

"Daere, before we lose anymore daylight."Hazel remarked,Daere looked at her.Without stopping Hazel wasted no time muttering"Huh, I expected something more harshly than that when he saw your mess."

"Let us make this quick please."Mical groan watching them approach,Hazel remarked, " well you and the others can take the day off, things will be ok with just the two of us once she has a handle on her summon again"

"You know i cannot allow you that Hazel, for all I know your going to be plotting again to ruin Lord Dirtheman name again."Mical growled,Daere wondered stopping in front of the active eluvian 'again?'

"It has been nearly twenty nine years, when will you let up."Hazel complained,Daere inquired turning towards them" i know chances are this is none of my business, but what did she do to cause you problems?"

"It is nothing, Lady Lavellan now please head so Lord Falon'Din wont have to wait."Hazel calmly answered, Daere caught the uneasiness in her tone.Nodding Daere turned her attention towards the shimmering reflection, breathing slowly she pressed her hand on the cool glass.Thinking as she stepped forward 'this is really getting old, what happen to using the damn door just to step outside?'

"Are you certain she can handle bring here?"Mical inquired behind her,Daere stood there, she studied the fresh mounds that cover the ground.Fighting back her tears, she made her way towards them.Hazel replied"Yes, after all this will give her some closure."

"Or destroy us all."Mical snapped,Daere made her way forward, passing rows of dented armors.Guilt took hold of her heart with each weapon that had been placed as markers to those who had fallen. She suddenly stopped, one seemed to beckon her attention, it didn't take Daere long to realize she was staring at Taliesin grave. 'I should be ashamed of myself, your lying here and here i am...what is wrong with me.'

"You really miss being around them don't you?"Hazel inquired stopping by Daere side, lowering her head. Daere admitted "I never gave them a chance they had deserved, so is it wrong of me to wonder if I had stayed would my fate had repeated the cycle having to listen to the villagers talk behind my back?Or could have things truly been different?"

"Can I ask, if Lord Dirtheman does allow you to come here more often would you return?"Hazel inquired, slightly Daere turned her head to face her.A gentle breeze brush strands of her hair into her face as she answered "Where else would i go? If he is telling me the truth about taking Elgar'nan and not yanking my chain like he has then i want this to end."

"He wasn't yanking your chain, well not completely it wasn't a lie since you were able to blend in with the humans that you were supposed to spy on them because there wasn't a place for a veneration in his ranks.Would you find the comfortability knowing this? Or could you be happy knowing others will have to take your lead?"

"Shut up, for all you know i am not that person you hoped for."Daere growled shifted her attention back to Taliesin grave, Hazel wrapped her hands around Daere's arm.Softly she coaxed"your married to Lord Dirtheman so it is time to let them go, if this hurts you so much then why bother holding on?it isn't like they meant anything to you, after all she did tey to kill you while Fen'Harel distracted you. "

"It wasn't like that...wasn't it?"Daere inquired, her mind drifted.Hazel stated"Of course it was, to them you were in the way when Fen'Harel was trying to bring in Anaris."

"Then why did he spare me?"Daere inquired,she thought 'why does it not feel right what she is telling me, Solas could have left me there to die after what i had done..he did stay with me until I had rejoined the tevinters…'

"Fen'Harel is known to exploit people, you were just being used I don't know how many times any of us have to tell you this."Hazel explained calmly,Daere looked at her.Slowly she repeat to herself "exploit?"

"Ever action he has done was to corrupt your soul, but you are stronger than that aren't you?" Hazel remarked, Daere rested her palm against her head, thinking to herself 'if this is true how could i have allowed it?'

"If that is true, then it isn't any different on what Dirtheman is doing."Daere explain closing her eyes, thinking to herself 'why is it starting to get difficult to think, we aren't even near those incense.Certainly they can't be this powerful to manipulate someone's mind like this, even so i have to keep fighting.'

"Are you ok?"Hazel inquired,Daere slowly opened her eyes, she could see the concern lingering on Hazel face. Lowering her hand Daere remarked "I am fine, what was the real reason we were here?"

"To track down the kumiho again, we hope those who did survive didn't take it with them.But since the others haven't seen anything back at skyhold, there is a chance it is still here."Mical explained,Daere studied him.Her temper started to flare, shaking her head Daere moved away from Hazel.Muttering "then let us get this over with before i decide you are not worth returning alive after what you did."

"Still holding a grudge i see?Well get over it, in the long run you will thank me."Mical stated calmly, Daere stopped in her tracks, she snapped "how the hell am i going to thank you when you could have helped her."

"Unlike you I cannot reverse those type of curses, so the only one here to be blamed is you."Mical sneered,Daere stared at him.Asking softly"what do you mean? I could have..i can't heal why won't you understand this?"

"No but you could have used a spell to melt the poison within her body, but even then as untrained as you are with that ability of yours all you would have done was to speed up the process.Even if you had figured it out without one of their help, i still refuse to have closed up her wounds."Mical explained,Daere stood there wondering 'he has to be lying, i could have given her a chance...does this mean i could have spared Dracy as well?'

"There isn't a point holding onto who is at fault, the veneration have been doing roundly checks here so we need to hurry."Hazel stated,Daere nodded.Softly she spoke glancing at her"Your right,just tell me how i need to do this."

"Well since we don't think after all these years you would be able to handle it without Lord Dirtheman assistance, but since your refusing to allow him to take control of your body i am to help you."Hazel explained,Daere remarked dryly,"Let me guess you want to take control of my body too."

"If I could I would think of a more pleasurable ways to satisfy us both." Hazel replied,Daere blinked at her response.Dryly she stated"I think I might have to watch out for you."

"Do you remember where you first located it or where you and Lord dirtheman had found it?"Mical inquired,Daere replied"no, the first time I saw it Solas told me to stay put which I did."

"Shocking."Mical muttered,Hazel shot him a dirty look as Daere contured ignoring him"when Dirtheman was here with me, it had approached us."

"Alright, lucky enough I had already sent out some of the sentinels while you were sleeping.Once someone reports in it is best both of you make this quick, understand?"Mical sharply stated,Daere nodded her head in agreement.Hazel looked up towards the sky noticing a black bird approaching.Softly she remarked, "well it didn't seem to have taken them that long, shall we see who has returned with good news?"

"Something tells me it isn't good news we will be hearing."Mical muttered, they stood there watching as the black bird started to fall from the sky.Her instincts kicked in, Daere broke into a run trying to keep the shapeshifter in her view. Not long had they moved, the birds form started to change in mid air. Daere thought to herself 'no…no..no..change back into a bird, at this distance they won't make it.'

"Mical we need to hurry."Hazel shouted upon noticing the body picking up speed,Daere stopped.She stared in disbelief listening to the snap of the tree branch, wondering' are we too late?'

"What are you waiting for? We need to see if they are alright."Hazel turned to snap at Daere, nodding in agreement Daere started to walk far behind them.Mical had already arrived, they could hear a new voice demanding "What in abyss name are you guys doing here?I thought we gave you guys enough to throw Lord Elgar'nan off of Lady Mythal"

"There is something else we need, Abelas. I am guessing one of the venerations attacked him?"Mical inquired,upon approaching Daere stopped by the tree lining.She looked down at the unconscious sentinel laying by the new arrival, he shook his head then looked at her while stating"the veneration i know we can handle, it is the elven mage that is controlling what appears to be a black fox that is starting to become a problem."

"Well you can tell your people we have the answer, but it will have to wait until the threat is cleared."Mical explained,Abelas stated"we appreciate what Lord Dirtheman has been doing, to be honest i think Lady Mythal was worried for a time."

'He has no idea about what Lord Dirtheman is really doing, does he?"Daere wondered watching in silence,in the corner of her eyes she watched Hazel make her way over towards the still body.She stopped and kneeled right beside him, gently Hazel pulled back the armor exposing several dark veins.Slowly she turned to look at Mical, confirming. "this mark is made by one of our own, I am certain."

"This might be Lord Dirtheman lucky day indeed."Mical muttered,Abelas inquired"Whatever you are planning you might want to bring reinforcements, even Taliesin didn't stand a chance fighting against him with Anaris by his side."

"Thank you for the information, Abelas."Mical remarked,Abelas shifted his golden eyes towards Daere.Stepping back she lowered her eyes, listening to Mical add" that will be all, you should probably head back to see if Lady Mythal has recovered enough for Lord Dirtheman to visit.I am certain they have much to discuss."

"Probably so."Abelas stated not hiding his own suspension, she kept her gaze down, listening as Abelas footsteps started to walk away. Mical demanded"Daere look up and pay attention, there will be a time we will need you to do the same."

"I am having some trouble, whoever he is, i can tell is strong "Hazel confessed, Daere looked up.Walking past Mical, Daere made her way by Hazel side and knelt down.The lines lingered resisting the blue mist, placing her hand over Hazel they watched as the darkened line started to recede from the sentinels neck.

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"I can't believe we have to wait for him to get back." Daere groaned,pressing her head back against the rough tree bark, she closed her eyes.Hazel stated softly next to her.Well you know it was between locking you in that room again or letting you enjoy such a lovely day."

"Hazel."Daere subconsciously muttered, barely moving Hazel softly inquired"Hm?"

'Maybe it is best i dont press, she already seemed uncomfortable that I had noticed.' Daere wondered, slowly cracking her eyes. She stared up at the clear sky, muttering "Nevermind."

"I take you had more questions?" Hazel calmly inquired,Daere could feel her face grow red from embarrassment.Clearing her throat, Daere admitted"Well yes and no, you didn't seem to like the idea i.. well look just dont worry about it."

"I was taken a bit back, it took Lord Dirtheman a while to realize that I wasn't fully there.What tipped you off?"Haze inquired,Daere sharply exhaled, turning her head Daere looked at Hazel.Part of her expected to see angry, to her surprised curiosity laid within Hazel golden eyes.Carefully Daere explained " I knew someone that was..is"

'Would she even be alive after everything?' Daere wondered,turning her face away Daere sat up.To her surprise Hazel rested her hand upon Daere's lap, gently she pressed"Go on, where you guys close?"

"No, i hardly even bothered making time trying to make friends when we had arrived in Amaranthine.But just like her sister they were wonderful people, i don't know if she is even alive to tell her what I had done or if she would forgive me."Daere confessed, she paused struggling to find the right words.Hazel remarked"that doesn't answer my question, but if this person was as good as you pointed out she would at least have understand you meant no ill well.That is the thing about the path you had chosen, sooner or later those that you hold dear will die either by your hands or others."

"How are you able to hide it so well?" Daere choked on her words feeling the need to push back her past,Hazel narrowed her eyes.Slightly growling she muttered"You figured out I am not like you and yet you still had not put that together,as long as i don't disobey Lord Dirtheman, I am allowed to do whatever I want and not have to worry about wearing those collars."

"But why?why even have them like this?Is this not fair for the others?"Daere felt her voice get stronger,Hazel turn her gaze from Daere.Softly she admitted"You can blame me for that, when Anthony left i had tried to have the others rebel against Lord Dirtheman figuring we had a chance. Unfortunately I was wrong, even if he had given us refugee from the evanuris.Lord Dirtheman did not spare us from the abuse that followed, some did manage to end their lives because of it. That day when they went out to lock up the forbidden ones, Mical seemed to have already been prepared. Luckily a handful had managed to escape thankfully, but those who were not able want through more than you could even imagine.I thought i was going to die, so I told him there was a way for us to be cut from our abilities without being made a tranquil.The method could have been used against anyone that had magickal talent, even the veneration depending on the material and that was when he found out i wasn't..."

"I understand, can I ask do you still feel that way?"Daere inquired studying her.Hazel answered"Who doesn't?but just like his sentinels we learned the pain isn't worth it, suffering in silence is much better then have more added. Daere what I have been doing is to keep you from experiencing what we had to go through, i cant promise after the mess you made that you won't soon be experiencing more than what he has done.There is so much of my own magick i can use against you, before your body starts getting adjusted like it has against the red lyrium "

"What do you mean?"Daere inquired, tilting her head up in confusion,Hazel inquired,"Do you remember that day you had Craven forget about you?That little mess i had to fix?Our body's can adjust to just about anything after awhile, when we use our abilities like you have it is a drug to the mages we effect.I won't lie by the looks of it Lord Dirtheman has been suffering for a while now, yet i hate to see how Fen'Harel and Craven have been handling it"

"Wait what i have been feeling, that wasn't the incense?"Daere slightly demanded, blinking a couple of times, her mind drifted as her guilt worsened.Hazel explained"No,even if others still questioned it, after Sarff was taken away from him.Along with his grief our abilities was the reason he had gone insane, there is a reason why the red lyrium side effects could harm us.I admit i am sorry for those horrible words, but i don't know what more could be done to keep Lord Dirtheman happy"

"Hazel."Daere slightly growled,Hazel turned to look back at her, asking "Yes?"

"I appreciate you saying something instead of letting me wonder if I was losing my mind, but if you do that again…"Daere stopped, she wondered 'Could I even hurt someone in the same boat as me?Probable not, that isn't who I am.'

"Just don't conture using it against me, if Dirtheman expects me to stay together mentally...i need to be able to think clearly."Daere replied calmly, slowly she stood up and looked down out Hazel.Reaching out her hand towards her, Hazel stated "Understandable but if Lord Dirtheman needs.."

"Has to understand this as well,I will admit I am not mentally stable as it is but it is common sense if someone keeps picking at a problem there will be more problems in the long run.Take my hand so we can start looking, having him decide it was time to start sticking something up my ass really makes me not want to stay sitting down"

"Daere remarked , Hazel gave her a soft smile.Taking Daere hand she lifted herself up, warned"well you might want to get over that, it is when he starts thinking about allowing Lord Falon'Din do join in you might want to run."

"He wouldn't."Daere remarked dryly,Hazel replied"I did explain about Nimue, but since lord Falon'Din seems to not have had a taste I don't see Lord dirtheman willing to fold to his demands any time soon.You do understand we need to stay here until mical gets back, right?"

"Well Hazel like you had pointed out, I am the boss and i say we can look for that kumiho without the men because really men are really starting to suck ass. If you do as i say i will make it worth your while."Daere replied closing her eyes, a soft smile to press her lips.She could feel Hazel staring at her, softly stating "As much as I like how you think, we should make certain Lord Dirtheman doesn't have other ideas."

"What is lord Dirtheman up to anyways?"Abelas voice inquired sharply behind Daere, slowly she opened her eyes. Her smile faded, listening to Hazel inquiring"Abelas we thought you had already gone back to Lady Mythal?"

"I had but something struck me odd about your companion,from the looks of things you fit the description Craven mention, what is more odd is he informed us you couldn't speak.Tell us what is going on or we will take you both in."Abelas threatened, snapping Daere turned around to fact him."I have nothing to say to you, Abelas."

"Wrong answer, Abelas how many of our people do we know looks like her?"Craven voice growled behind her,Daere eyes went wide in surprise, feeling his song doa biting into her throat.She carefully swallowed, shifting her gaze to Hazel.Upon noticing the elven woman could not move, they listen Craven sneer bitterly

"There was only Sarff and Daere, i would be surprised to learn if there was a third but i feel Falon'Din might have in a hand of you not being able to move on from this life. Tell me why did they do this to you, is it to mess with Fen'Harel head?"

"Well you are wrong."Hazel grumbled bitterly, calmly Daere tried to explain,"Like she said, now I demand to know why all this?"

"So we did hear something, why do you look like her answer me or are you a demon?"Craven demanded, Daere noted the sadness in his voice.The cold metal blade pressed harder against her skin, slowly he started to cut into her neck. Pain shot through her body, blood start to seep down her down her neck.Hazel threatened in alarm"That is enough, Lord Dirtheman will have your head if…"

"Hazel it is ok, how long did you guys think this plan was going to work when i already stick out like a sore thumb?Look we are just here to get something that was misplaced, once we find it no one will have to see me again."Daere calmly answered, she could feel Craven shake behind her.Clenching his teeth he muttered"Is that what you really want?"

"If it keeps people alive then yes, that is what I want."Daere replied softly,the sentinel behind Hazel inquired"Lady Mythal already suspects Lord Dirtheman is trying to accomplish where he failed centuries ago, do we really want to allow them to leave?"

"What choice do we have?if they don't return or they turn up dead. Mical already knows I am here."Abelas answered,Daere could feel the uncertainty as Craven started to cut deeper"But Abelas."

"Craven since you seem to be ready to act, i need you to retrieve the bag.All we can do is allow Lord Dirtheman to conture his operation, if Lady Mythal sees otherwise we will step in."Abelas
explained,for a moment Craven hesitant, muttering incoherently "why couldn't they just allow you to rest in peace, it was bad enough he allowed you die back there..dammit let me free you from his grasp.."

"Craven, i told you to do something or was it a mistake to allow you to come here?."Abelas demanded, upon being freed from her captive, Hazel snapped"Abelas can you not see Craven lost his mind?This is what we were trying to prevent from happening, look at her she is bleeding."

"That is enough, are you even aware of what you are doing?"Abelas demanded, making his way over, grabbed at Craven song dao. Yanking his hand away,Craven snapped"This isn't ok, how can you see that it is?Their both dead and we are to hand over that fox so he can conture like nothing happened?Even if she wasn't my blood, Daere deserved so much better than this, how can you expect me to accept any of this?"

"Think of Eva, how do you think she would be if something happened to you?"Abelas snapped back, Daere pressed her hand against her wound, pressing gently she pleaded" i know what they did wasn't right, but i can understand after we return from that realm why it needed to be done.Craven good things are about to happen i assure you, what they did to Taliesin they will pay with their own blood even if it will not bring her back.I just need that fox back, please trust Dirtheman."

"You might have her face and her voice, but Daere would never agree to help Dirtheman,even if Fen'Harel thought you would be safer there hiding in his walls i should have done more to stop it.But instead i agreed, they have already taken more than they should have but i beg you do not do this."Craven pleaded,lowering his hands, he hilt his song doa.Quickly grabbing her Craven brought her into an embrace,Daere stared past him feeling the familiar pain.Thinking to herself, Daere pushed him away'

'You are too good to me, but what do i have to say to make you realize i accept whatever fate that was handed to me? You have, no you are more to a brother to me then my own blood was and I want to thank you if i could.'

"That is enough, just do as you are told so we can return."Daere forced herself to keep her voice steady, Abelas stated "Craven seemed to have taken too long and Seth went to go get it, but still we need to think of the others."

"Ma serannas, Abelas." Daere replied, keeping her eyes at Craven.They could hear Mical complaining hatefully"Cant believe mythat bad luck, how the hell does he expect us to bring the other one in if i am stuck with a stupid half wit bitch that doesnt understand what she is capable of."

"Mical watch your tongue or I will cut it."Daere threatened, tilting her head back keeping her hand on her neck,Mical shot back"Lady Lavellan i swear i think i have every right to call you a dipshit because..Abelas, why are you still here?"

"Lady Lavellan?Since when did you take up a title" Craven demanded in shock,Daere slowly looked at him.Softly she explained unmoved"I didn't ask them to and I wish it would stop because I absolutely hate the shit the nobles have to go through ."

"So your not dead and you have title, is there anything else that we need to pass on?"Craven snapped slightly ignoring her discomfort,Mical threatened, resting his hand upon his tenchi"I prefer you didn't breathe a word to either of them."

" Mical, you know as well as myself this battle will play in our favor so move your hand away."Abelas threatened,tension started to grow between them.Mical explained"All I need is enough time for the others to arrive to back me up and realize there is danger."

"Mical, Hazel that is enough.Abelas you of all people should understand the peace between Dirtheman and Mythal needs to be kept, I give you my word nothing is going on. All we are doing is trying to figure out the best way to approach the red templars and if by chance find another location so Mythal can conture her operation .If what you are speaking about is true about another black beast roaming around, then chances are Elgar'nan will focus his attention on that."Daere lied quickly stepped between them ,Abelas eyedher with weary, stating calmly"As much as I would want to believe you,Lord Fen'Harel had already warned us about your little habits.But you are right about one thing, the question is should we tell him you are indeed alive ?"

"It would be better if you didn't, more grief will come if he learns i am well "Daere admitted,

Craven shook his head in disgust.Glaring at her, he stated "Then I pray our paths don't cross if war breaks between them,if it does i will make certain he doesn't watch me take you down with Dirtheman"

'Mical, i hope this was proof enough to show i won't be going anywhere.'Daere thought,she noticed as Craven contured to stare at her. Mical walked over to her, placing his hand over the wound, he ordered "Hazel, take Daere back to eluvian I plan to wait for the others to return clearly we were misinformation about this area."

"What do you think you are doing,i thought we were here so I could see if I could control the kumiho."Daere demanded,Mical snapped"starters with that gash on your neck i cannot risk you turning into an abomination by accident, secondly why could you not wait until I had arrived before opening your mouth."

"If I had waited then there would have been bloodshed, but i can see it wouldn't matter because you still won't listen to my own commands."Daere shot back,Mical growled"I thought I had explained this to you, once Lord Dirtheman lifted your own restrictions only then would you have any right to give us any commands.But all you have been doing since I have been with you, is show how much of a brat you are."

"Yep you are definitely her."Craven muttered dryly, she could see his palm resting on his face as Abelas inquired"since the tension is thinning, could you enlighten us a little more if you don't agree with her words, Mical?"

"No, in fact after we get back i have a feeling Lord Dirtheman will see to it anyone here is dealt with to keep you quiet."Mical growled,Seth approached them keeping the leathery bag at arms length. Daere reached out to take it, but Mical stopped and yanked it from her grasp.Muttering "Do you really think Lord Dirtheman was going to trust you to keep this close?"

"Mical, seriously enough i haven't left. No one has died the least you can do is allow me to keep that kumiho close."Daere stated glaring at him,Abelas snapped "The way the two of you are at it neither of you should have it, maybe I should take this personally to Lord Dirtheman myself."

"Abelas this doesn't concern you, I can handle it" Mical replied with aggression,Abelas explained"It does actually, if it was just one of his people but you need to know the reason i came back was the one you took wasn't the only one attack.So you wont be getting those allies you were hoping for, I am surprised you were so willing to leave these two when you know damn well the veneration haven't given up on their plans.They had accomplish taking Lord Fen'Harel orb that night, i am certain lord Dirtheman knows this."

"Why am I not surprised you guys would rather fight amongst yourself then to pay attention to those who are around you "A male voice stated smoothly close by, the seven noticed the shadowy fox walking slowly to them.The grass died underneath the creatures feet, sharply Mical ordered "Hazel."

"There is no way in the abyss I am fighting that." Hazel remarked stepping back,Abelas stated"this isn't good, if you are here then Anaris must be close."

" I don't want to even hear his name,not after he had me do to this place. Yako now "The male voice growled close by, the black fox opened its mouth allowing a black substance to pour out. Abelas ordered"Dont inhale the smoke, it is toxin."

"Who the hell are you?"Craven shouted in alarm,Daere turned to face him.Watching him fall to the ground, the figure charged right at Daere.Mical swung his tenchi, missing inches from the intruders side.Daere wondered 'Is it too much to ask for something to run smoothly?just once would be fine?'

"Why aren't you retreating?"Mical shouted as he started to cough, the figure stopped inches from and stared at her.With the fog thickening around them, Daere muttered "why should i be afraid and retreat?I know who they are."

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Aren't you going to beg for your life?" The elven man growled through his half mask, resting one of his hooked swords towards her.The blackened mist swirled around them,in the corner of her eyes Daere could see Seth gently slapping the side of Craven cheek, Abelas held his strength as the fade barrier repelled against the enemies magick.Shifting her gaze back to him , Daere spoked "Why? Do you really want to be this way,Torin?Even if we were separated i feel.."

"That is enough out of you, where is my friend? Or do I need to kill the others and take you with me as a hostage, but then I don't see him caring enough to get you."

" Torin remarked, Daere wondered 'His friends? He must meant that woman that poisoned the guests..'

"Where is she?"Torin snapped pressing his blade against her throat,Daere admitted "I don't know, but if you come back with us I am certain she will be returned safely."

"I see they brainwashed you into believing this, pitiful. You sentinel i want that pack you have and release Zenko, if you do as I ask i might just let you live."Torin demanded, a sudden breeze suddenly rushes past, Abelas calmly answered"That won't be happening, even if I hate the idea but it does belong to her."

"It seems you have started to get some common sense, Abelas."Mical remarked, Torin lowered his eyes.Daere felt the change in his aura watching his grip loosen from the hilt,shifting her weight faintly Daere heard Torin muttered"Seems i have no choice, you guys are in my way."

"It doesn't have to be this way, aren't you tired of more pointless death."Daere barely heard her own words, a lump developed in her throat as she tried to swallow.His eyes were empty looking up at her,Torin turned his head suddenly he vanished.Mical tenchi flew inches from Daere's face, with a growl "if we can't do this peacefully then i suggest i cut off some limbs."

"You can try but all you are going to do is aggravate Yako."Torin shouted from above, Daere looked around the treetop upon hearing Craven groan from a distance.Abelas approached the two passing Hazel making her way to Seth, keeping his calm Abelas pressed"Mical it is obvious this guy is too much to handle."

"Then leave, it is clear Craven can function properly anymore."Mical stated, glancing back Daere followed his gaze.She noticed Craven holding his forehead, muttering "what just happened just now."

"He used a spell against you that is what happens, go back to the shemlen."Hazel calmly explained standing over him with her back towards the backpack,faintly Craven could be heard stating " I left her once in Dirtheman hands, I refuse to make the same mistake twice

"Then parish where you sit."Hazel whispered,Daere swiftly ordered"Hazel, no i know what Dirtheman wants but we have other matters to handle"

"I hate to say this but you should listen to her."Abelas stated,softly Mical inquired"how much do you know about his attacks?"

"Unfortunately we only were told who was seen attacking, someone had reported a figure was moving away from one of the wards causing Lord Fen'Harel to leave and investigate." Abelas explained looking nervously around, the area grew deadly silent.Even the crickets seemed to have moved away from the lingering threat,suddenly Craven shouted in alarm"the hell, grab that thing before it gets away.""what are you going on about now you."Hazel snapped, she turned to look back as they others turned their attention to him.Seth lunged forward grunting,reaching out to the black six tails fox holding the small white four tailed fox by the nip of the neck "no you don't ."

"Don't touch him."Torin appear swinging his hooked sword down at Seth, ice covered his body as he moved back.Resting his arms in front of him,Seth glared at Torin, Mical snapped"What are you doing dont all9w him to get away with the kumiho."

"Mical, i don't think that the two of them have a common kumiho."Hazel calmly admitted,Mical demanded watching the black six tailed fox pause in his tracks"what are you talking about?"

"I am interested in hearing this as well."Torin muttered, eyeing Hazel with caution.She spoke"It was a myth among our people i don't think even the evanuris even knew, even though I had doubts it was true.But it was said that the two of the same blood were just mire pets too the one call Inari , a shapeshifter that is neither male nor female.The black yako was considered a bad omen, as the white had brought fortune. Bring those two together and taking Inari place, by being able to control them both would grate the user anything they would have desired..or so I have heard."

"What are you talking about?You cannot be saying that is the real reason Dirtheman has been so willing to take her from us"Craven demanded,Abelas snapped"Craven whatever is going on it is best we stay out of it."

"Oh come on it's not like you really need him back do you?In fact it seems you are starting to piece together more you are letting on, Abelas."Mical threatened softly, Abelas stated"since it seems you have already made up your mind, can I ask something to Hazel."

"What do you need to know Abelas?"Hazel inquired softly,Abelas asked"That woman never died, did she?You are her, you are Inari.Dirtheman lied to the others so you could gather your strength, that is the real reason Daeth'nal knew about what your people could do.I assumed in the process of him helping you Lord Dirtheman found out and had you relocated, putting the others into the venerations hands i would assume."

"You are pretty smart for a sentinel, but that is a wild tell you are spinning."Hazel calmly explained, eyeing Abelas with wary, Torin remarked "Daeth'nal mentioned that name several times, he told us how you were held against your will for all these years.He stated that was why the forbidden ones needed to be brought back, all of them not just the formless one that grows weaker by each passing year."

'This is not not what i had signed up for, how the fucking hell did killing a tevinter assassin turn into this shit hole.'Daere wondered staring at them, closing her eyes she thought cracking her light purple eyes 'well i guess this is more entertaining then having to piss off the drunks in travens.'

"How did the formless one get out, we were told all of them were locked up when she emerged ." Mical demanded,Torin looked at him.Straightening his stance,He answered" I overheard a few of them talking after seeing what they had done to this place,they wondered who was going to end Daere or was he going to be bold enough to do it himself after they had convinced her to unlock the prisons."

"And you wanted to go back to them?"Craven grumbled stopping next to Daere side, she looked at him.Turning her attention back to Torin, Daere stated"Cecil was the one that admitted to killing her."

"which raises the question what we should do with you. "Anaris inquired sharply, Torin snapped"I told you not to have followed I could have handled them myself."

"you were taking to long, Abelas where is Fen'Harel.It is time we settle this once and for all."Anaris demanded, the earth shook behind him.From the shadows emerged a beast with a head of a lion, it's swung wildly back and forth with a hiss. The creature stopped behind Anaris, the tail curved over it's head as the six tailed fox say on his hunches. Daere blunted"is that a snake? What in abyss name did you do to that lion? "

"it is a chimera, it might not look like much but the creatures speed is amazing. "Seth explained approaching behind her, Daere turned to look at him. Inquiring "how many of these creatures exist that these people in Thedas don't know about? "

"why do you think we keep this conflict away from the mortals eyes? "Abelas inquired not looking at her, Craven remarked"I hope you can see why we don't interfere with both the dalish and the alienage as often as we should, Daere i wish I knew what was going on but you need to consider going some place and hide. This isn't a game, you have only experience part of what they are capable of. I don't want to see anything happen to you. "

"I hate to say this but Craven,go with her Hazel will take care of anyone that decides to show up. "Mical ordered, Craven replied shifting his attention back to Torin. Sitting he replied"I know Lady Mythal needs to stay in hiding until she is back at full strength, but do I need to ask for her to come here? "

"no, if you need to return to that ruined down castle you allowed the shelves to take over, if she gets bored send her out to pick off any red lyrium.Close that wound you caused before doing so, we are still trying to keep their immunity to ourselves."

"I understand, come on… "Craven replied, Daere held out her hand. The light purple most faintly developed over her arm, thinking to herself 'what they did was unforgiving, I can end this now with what mana I have left. '

"what do you think you are doing."Mical snapped, slapping her arm down he pulled back suddenly wrenching in pain. The mist danced on the brace of his armor, watching it slowly fade Daere snapped"i could have done this. "

"no you can't, your methods suck face it."Mical admitted dryly,Daere turned to Craven. Asking"my method don't really suck, do they? "

"uh.. You might need to work on a few things even if you know how to fight like them. "Craven admitted,he rubbed hand behind the back of his neck nervously.Mical added" like not get to relax after killing someone,then talk about it like you were OK with your actions even if it was deserved."

"are you guys done? I want to make this quick before the evanuris appear. "Anaris admitted, Torin inquired"why are you even giving this chance, you came here for my sister then go ahead and kill them. I just want what is rightfully mine. "

"we still need her alive sadly."Anaris grumbled,Craven whispered leaning close to her ear."aim for the tree branch above him, that should be enough of a distraction for us to retreat into a better position to fight them off. I might not like the idea but there is plenty of abandoned building close by,it should keep them from coming from the side. "

"I won't give you that chance. "Torin growled, they turned to witness him charging at them. Craven postponed himself, his song doa ready, waiting.Daere felt her mind started to race, placing her hands over her ears 'i can't...no more.. please no more...why does things have to be this way. '

"the hell. "Anaris shouted in alarm, slowly Daere looked up upon hearing Mical snapped"Daere what do you think you are doing? "

'what is he going on about? 'Daere wondered, slowly she looked up. The four tailed appeared slightly larger, it lunged again at Anaris. His chimera snake tail darted to the zenko,Daere turned her head to the side hearing blades clashing.Feeling a hand touching her, Hazel whispered" we shouldn't be here much longer, this is the sentinels job not ours. "

"Go and find somewhere..."Mical started to demand, Daere snapped "just give me a fucking weapon, Mical."

"this isn't the time for the two of you to be fighting. "Abelas scolded raising his palm up,Anaris jumped back as ice leaped up into the air inches from his feet.Anarsi growled"is that is the best you can do after all these years? No wonder you guys had always allowed the evanuris to step in when we appear. "

"I might not be one of those false gods, but I won't let you to get away with what you did.
"Daere snapped, toss in her head aside she ordered"Kill him, kill him for everything that he has done.I don't see Dirtheman disagreeing with me on this. "

"you don't have to tell me twice. "Seth growled charging at him, Daere could see Abelas looking at her barely seeing the concern in his eyes.Tossing his hand shapely to the side, ice started to walk over between the two groups. Seth slowed to a stop, he demanded turning to Abelas"why are you stopping me? "

"head on approach will get you killed or have you forgotten already how they overtook the others?We might have the numbers but that summon of his.."Abelas tried to explain, allowing his words to trail off watching a black mass fairly approaching. Torin shouted"good boy yako, take them out."

' I can't..,Daere thought stepping in between, she felt the pain shooting through her body before Daere realized.The yako growled looking up at her, digging his teeth deeper in her arm. violationetly he shook his head, keeping his grip as Daere started felt his hot breath. Her blood started to drop onto the top of her foot,biting her tongue Daere ball her hand into a fist. Thinking to herself 'I am sorry for this but I need you to let go.'

"Daere. "Hazel shouted in alarm, Daere brought her fist down punching the yako on the nose. Barely she caught a glimpse of a chain wrapped around its neck, She could the six tailed fox loosen his jaw. Pulling away, he turned his attention to Hazel with a snare, a creaking noise soon surrounded them.She felt something sharp hit her back, slowly she turned her head listen to Anaris shout"you really think a simple ice wall was going to stop me? "

"this is your fault"Mical snapped,Daere reached behind her back looking down at few of the shards sticking out from her stomach.Thinking to herself feeling her strength wavering.' I should have declined that contract.. so far nothing good has happened since that ducking tevinter, I wonder what would have happened if I had run away back then… '

"Daere. "she could faintly hear Craven, she heard Torin snapped" where do you think you are going, release Yako."

"I am ok . "Daere replied, staring at the ground.She watch Craven shadow get closer, he knelt right by her scolding "your not ok, Mical try and find us when you guys get things under control."

"This wouldn't have happened if she just listened to me. "Mical snapped, Hazel shot back this wouldn't have happened if you fuckers were not so strict and allowed her to have her gear, asshole."

"let me fight them, they have to pay for what they did.. "Daere murmured, her eyes felt heavy.Barely she could feel being lifted up, Craven trying to reassure her"They will, Lady Mythal will make certain justice is done but I have to get you away from here. "

'she won't do anything.'Daere thought to herself, feeling the coolness of Craven armor she could hear him remark" you have survived this far, I know you can fight this Daere.Dont decided that it is time to take something precious to me, not after we had thought we had lost you both. "

"you think i am precious?"Daere muttered weakly, feeling the wetness started to develop on her lips. The battle started to fade the further he had briskly walked back to the village in ruins, without looking at her. Craven answered "Your an idiot, but you are my idiot.It did kill me when I found out why Fen'Harel was so willing to let Dirtheman take you. But he did it for your protection, it was the only way to ensure the others wouldn't try to harm you while you were to return back here. I see now that was a mistake too,if you stay awake long enough please tell me what has been going on. "

'I wish I could but the pain is just too much. 'Daere thought allowing her eyes to close, she could feel him starting to tense. He weakly growled"Daere, please we are almost there i know where Flidais stored most of herbs..don't make me beg."

"that is as far as you go. "Torin sneered, feeling Craven slow to a stop Daere weakly opened her eyes.Each breath felt heavier than the last, she turned to see Torin standing in the middle of the path his hooked swords dripping with fresh blood.Stepping forward slowly a shadow started to form behind him, Craven stated"if you were trying to avoid the evanuris, then I say you just ran out of luck. "

"this won't take much taking care of the two of you. "Torin growled charging at them,Daere buried her head into Craven cool breast plate.Wondering mockingly 'What would you do now that your second prize is out for blood, after all you don't have your hooks into him like you do me Dirtheman.'

"I am still here brother, I won't go anywhere."Daere struggled to say weakly,thinking to herself bitterly. 'after all knowing Dirtheman he would use Falon'Din again if he even has a chance to succeed in his plans bring that bastard down.'

'but what if he doesn't? 'Daere could barely hear Taliesin voice inquire, Daere opened her eyes sharply.Taliesin stood there glancing at Daere demanding her question"how could you be so willing to do this to them? To us? "

"how is it.. "Daere muttered, sharply looking around her gaze suddenly looked down. She noticed Craven placing her body on the ground, gently Daere watched him starting to shake.Her mouth opened and move, silence only lingered.Slowly looking up Daere watched Taliesin make her way over to her, remarking"there is nothing to be afraid, falon."

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"Daere nothing good will come from what you are doing, even if you think your plan is solid, there is more to your people he has been hiding and do you really want to go through with this?" Taliesin voice seemed to linger, Daere stare out at the waters below, the waves crashed against the rocks.Hearing her own tone snap barely"And what would you know, coming from someone that shown little trust in anyone? I will take my chances."

"You have to believe me this is going to end badly."Taliesin voice faded,Daere shifted her weight, the throbbing in her arm started to get too much forcing her to move away from the balcony,not turning her head Daere listen as the door open behind her, a male voice filled the air, nervously." it is good to see your awake, would you like me to catch you up too speed what is going on?"

"It would be nice."Daere almost muttered keeping her gaze outside, the sound of a tray could be heard being placed on the desk.She could sense the fear in his voice "Lord Dirtheman is down in Wycome taking care the matter of those three,he should be back shortly and expects you to be ready to go back down there with him.Anaris will be on trail for what he has done against those refugees after Pandora execution, after which because of what had unfolded Lord Dirtheman has decided you are not fit to be out there alone unless accompanied by him to assume your safety since Mical and Hazel broke protocol..."

"Where is Hazel, I want to speak with her."Daere found herself growling cutting him off, slowly she turned to look at him , she studied how loosely his clothing hung over his body.Losing her temper Daere realizing 'he isnt dressed like the sentinels, which means he must be one of the servants.'

"Well?"Daere softened her tone,nervously he stepped back, answering"The two are being punished after what had happened, lord Falon'Din made it clear he wasn't helping you anymore because you know how to be careful.Lord Dirtheman had been up all night making certain you didn't filter, but left this morning giving us instructions what we were to do. "

"That wasn't their fault, no one saw that Anaris attack would cause a backlash with Abelas spell."Daere stated shaking her head,rashly thinking' I should have paid more attention, but i have never seen how they fought to see how their power level was.It is still no excuse for this carelessness, how could i have gotten so caught up in the whirlwind? What is wrong with me?I need to speak with him before their heads end up on the chopping block as well.'

"Mical knew it wasn't safe for you to be out there unarmed, even if we didn't see any threat in the scrying pond the moment you guys noticed danger he knew you would should have been back here."the man explained breaking into her thoughts ,Daere repeat slowly lifting her gaze at him"It wasn't his fault it was mine.My mistake shouldn't not cost other people their lives."

"You don't seem to understand your position."the servant pressed stepping backwards,Daere rested her hand over her eyes.Trying to control her tone "What part am I not understanding?I am the one that made the mistake i should be the one dealing with whatever punishment that has been laid out, not them"

"Just strain yourself, there might be a few damages Lord Dirtheman might need to take care of before the both of you head back."the man servant stated, he bowed quickly.Moving swiftly out of the room, he glanced at her once as one of the sentinels closed the door behind him.Daere muttered "when are they going to ease up?"

"Don't be too hard on yourself, they still don't know what to make of you"Cole voice seem to have floated out from nowhere,Daere turned towards the desk.Trying to hide her own surprise, she inquired, watching pick something from the tray "Cole how is it possible you even here?I haven't seen you since everything it feels."

"Craven asked me to help."Cole calmly replied, he placed it down while looking up at her. Daere made her way over to him, stating"I hate to admit but I think you would have been safer with them and not here."

"That man, he is conflicted a battle constantly stirring.That wolf why should he have kept something like this?So much struggle so much pain they need to go, so much lost such fools."Cole responded, looking up. Daere realized Cole had tap into Dirtheman thoughts, scolding him lightly"I don't think Dirtheman would appreciate you reading into him like that, i don't want you getting into trouble too"

"No I don't appreciate it, spirit how did you get past my wards?"Dirtheman demanded dryly standing next to the open door, Daere realize seeing the angry in his eyes.'He didn't waste no time making it back, this can't end well'

"Dirtheman.."Daere warned softly, watching him stride forward,he ordered glaring at her
"I wouldn't strain yourself if i were you, now sit down and keep your mouth shut."

"It wasn't hard, no one noticed me."Cole calmly replied,Dirtheman raised his hand.Flicking his wrist slightly Cole vanished from the room, muttering"Well if that is the case i will have to strengthen the wards, off with you."

"Dirtheman."Daere nearly shouted, he turned to look at her.Softening his tone,Dirtheman stated "I will not allow any interference from anyone, that includes that spirit that looks like one of them."

"You cannot be serious being threatened by something that was constructed by the fade."Daere demanded glaring at him, Dirtheman stated "Spirits and those demons you summon are dangerous, they cannot be your friend, they are not allies, they are threats nothing more."

"Dirtheman how much longer do you think you can get away with treating me like this?"Daere demanded,he reached out and touched her cheek.Studying her face,Dirtheman used his thumb to brush against her slightly rough chapped lips.Speaking gently "You haven't lashed out at me yet, in fact you seem to have been more complainant then i have expected."

"Keep this up and i swear it will be a different story."Daere growled,Dirtheman scuff, allowing a smile to press his lips"We both know your bark is more devastating than that bite of yours, and I intend to keep that way unless I am aiming it at the enemy.Until then I am certain you have already heard the news of what i will be doing."

"I am not going to stay by your side, i need my freedom as well."Daere calmly remarked,Dirtheman replied"From what Abelas has told me you are a hairline from snapping, so I don't believe you need anymore freedom then I had allowed.I will see if Zeke can pick up the slick, it has been a while since I had used that little guild of yours."

"Why would they have to do with anything?"Daere narrowed her eyes, looking at Dirtheman with confusion she wondered' what connect does he have, did someone I used to know been working alongside the head assassin?'

"You never have taken the time wondering why I haven't tracked you down after that night have you?Or why some of those missions you received from unknown personal? I will gladly tell you why,but you need to accept what I am about to tell you."

"Now I am questioning if you are planning to give me another bullshit story."Daere dryly remarked,Dirtheman let her go ignoring her comment.He stated"That guild of yours is run by one of my own sentinels, he was only to run it to track Anthony but seeing how useful they were even after his death i allowed him to keep it.Certainly you can put two and two together and realized why I hadn't killed you the day after you stole from us."

"Why would you want something like that?if that was the case why did you allow Cecil to pass on the request targeting the tevinters?"Daere inquired staring at the marble floor,Dirtheman explained"I figured it was to spite me after i found out he had ordered the shard to be stolen, even if he had done all he could to keep you away from them it was time for you to return.But by the sounds of it he was just as shocked to learn you would take on the mission.You just happen to be at the wrong place at the wrong time, if you had declined I still would have found out about you but whoever would have taken you place would have died. Fen'Harel would have never seen you and both of you wouldn't have been involved, he would have found out too late you were related to Sarff."

"I don't believe you, there is no way you would be this honest"Daere replied, Dirtheman moved forward.She could feel a slight chill in his voice, causing her hair on her arms to stand straight."But it's true, what happened could have been much worse then how it turned out. Craven wouldn't bother trying to bring you to those ruins giving me enough time to get there, you of all people know there are alternative timelines so doubt me.Now i think we have killed enough time, your going to talk to Craven and tell him he needs to stop i will not tolerate this anymore.The next time I see him, I will have him executed "

"Why are you so bothered by the fact he is determined to see me?"Daere inquired,Dirtheman paused.He closed his eyes pressing his forehead against hers.Muttering "I don't trust anyone near you, if you had planned for so long wouldn't you do everything within your power to make certain everything goes smoothly?"

"As selfish as this might sound, but I would. The thing is, they gave me a better taste of a life I had dreamed of."Daere admitted,Dirtheman whispered"I can give you that and so much more, all you have to do is help me."

"Then could you release those three and forget about all this"Daere calmly pressed,slowly he opened his eyes, answering"I will release the two, but that woman needs to pay for what she did during our wedding.I plan to use her as bait to get your brother, then we can start preparing."

"Dirtheman i don't disagree with your plan but are you willing to stop after he is gone?"Daere inquired, she could feel his hand slipping under her elven blouse resting upon her waist.He leaned in, covering her mouth with his. A soft yap muffled in her throat , feeling him tightening his grip.Pulling back he answered"Once you get a taste of it, do you really want to stop with just him?Don't you think you have held yourself back too long?"

"That isn't the answer I was looking for."Daere admitted, his eyes seemed distant staying back at her.Daere realized with fear creeping in 'this is..he wont stop,Taliesin spirit was right..is this what Hazel meant when she stated we cause an imbalance to those we interact with?'

"Why are you reverting back?Are you thinking of leaving me to find him?"Dirtheman accused, Daere remarked quickly "i am not, forget I said anything."

"Don't lie to me."Dirtheman growled tightening his grip, she could feel the familiar electrical current stirring at his fingertips.Threatening"Dirtheman i swear if the only answer you are able to give me is causing pain, one of these days i promise you it will be the last thing to do.I dont need no fucking knife to push my thumbs into your eye sockets."

"I would love to see you try, I still need to figure out a way I can handle you without you destroying our room again ."Dirtheman groan, moving his head towards her neck, he paused to mutter." I will try harder, i know the more i press like this the more you will pull further away."

"Why should it matter if i pull away?"Daere inquired trying to keep up with his sudden change in attitude, nuzzling under her chin, Dirtheman confessed quietly " i am nothing like Elgar'nan."

"Dirtheman, i never said you were."Daere replied softly, feeling his lips brush against her neck Dirtheman rubbed his bulge against her.Without warning he stated"I will allow it, but you will need to keep being faithful to me, only then Craven can keep his contact with you."

"Thank you."Daere muttered feeling a slight relief wash over her, Dirtheman pressed"but you cannot bring anyone here."

"I understand."Daere replied feeling her face starting to flush, Daere closed her eyes taking a breath, thinking to herself"this isn't the time on considering this behavior.'

"I have been around long enough to recognize that expression."Dirtheman stated, she growled cracking her eyes in annoyance,"the only reason I even feel this way is you keep going for low blows, i thought you had things to take care of?"

"We can spare a few minutes, we are just another couple thankful the other survive."Dirtheman pressed, he quickly added looking over her hair "I will see if Ghilan'nain would be willing to send a servant down to Wycome so we can have someone make you a bit more presentable when the time comes."

"You have such a way with words, emma lath."Daere felt the mock run off her tongue,Dirtheman muttered not hiding his intentions."My words are not as shrouded like someone in the room that drips like poison from a blade.Let me tame that wrenched mind of yours, so we can both be on the same page."

"Dirtheman as many pick up lines i have heard staying in taverns, that is by far the worst no wonder you have been able to truly pick up women without your status."Daere remarked feeling a soft giggle threatening to erupt, she started to harden her features realizing her guard was loosening. Dirtheman pressed"Come on now, Fen'Harel i know didn't have to try hard to please you."

"You don't like it when i mention his name and yet you managed to say it more than that, why?"
Daere slightly demanded,Dirtheman froze allowing the silence to filled the room. Daere felt the urge to press but stop, realizing 'if this is what my destiny is supposed to be, should I stop?'

"I am sorry, that was out of my place."Daere admitted, Dirtheman nodded, with a soft tone he stated"we can forgo the trip back, we need this time to settle do we not?"

"What do you suggest?"Daere inquired, Dirtheman replied"There are rooms here you will need to get familiar with since it is now your duty to help me keep things running, one of them will help you get a better understanding how I keep track of everything without being present.But first you do understand it needs to be put back on."

"Could we not."Daere groaned clenching her teeth together, he pulled out the leather collar from his pocket.Softly he stated "they still believe you will kill them, even if I have faith you have learned your lesson slightly.Besides it is fitting for you to wear this don't you agree?"

"You have bad taste, Dirtheman."Daere remarked standing still, she felt the smooth leather rest against her skin.For a moment and uncertain vibrated off his fingertips as he struggled with the latch, kissing her on the forehead he muttered"then that much say alot about you,ma vhenan."

"Ouch, it is just the thing for you guys to add insult to injury?"Daere nearly snapped,Dirtheman just smiled at her turning his back.Walking away he stated "let us not be long, I am certain you would agree we should try to make some of our days peaceful."

'Did he just smile an actual smile? The evanuris are heartless beings, but then Solas..'Daere wondered starting to leave the room with weary,realizing he was staring at her, Daere cleared her thoughts and forced a weak smile.Dirtheman grunted"much better, i knew once i had you you would improve but we still need to figure out how to keep you mouth under control while out on the field."

"Dirtheman, what about my summon?Did he take it with him"Daere inquired,Dirtheman sighed " we manage to keep the kumiho, barely."

"That isn't what they called it, Dirtheman you don't have to hide the truth from me, if it helps your cause then I want to learn everything you know." Daere pressed, Dirtheman inquired touching her wrist gently. "it is good to see that i do have your full attention, so where shall I begin?"

'I know what i heard, but what is his side?' Daere wondered, softly she inquired "maybe from the beginning? An this time the whole truth, no more whiting out anymore of the details like you have been, I have gotten this far i might as well dig in further. "

"Very well." Dirtheman murmured slowly he leaned in, kissing her gently on the lips.The tenderness took Daere by surprise, not wanting to disappoint him further she started to feel herself return his new found affection.Feeling herself slipping into the false security, Daere thought feeling herself falling apart.' Even if you might be loosening up, i can never forgive either of you..if you had known all this time what was going to happen why didn't you stop them instead of allowing me to suffer like that'

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"This is incredible, and you are able to see everything that goes on?" Daere asked, the amazement stirred within her body seeing the huge room. Sentinel priest's sat in a pair in front of their own pond,watching images play out in the reflection. Looking towards the far corner, Daere caught a glance of one of the sentinel guards eyeing her, she knew what he was thinking.Breaking into her thoughts, Dirtheman spoke while they walked "Yes, but there are methods to bypass even my sight as you must know.Your people seem to have knowledge of this which makes my job harder to do"

'Is that remorse i am hearing?' Daere wondered looking to him, she could see a slight falter in the corner of his eyes.Softly he confess, stopping in his tracks. "I know what you are probably thinking,you have no right to hold it against me.I did try to keep him under control and if i knew what Sarff was i could have counter the effect."

"In other words I should stop while I have the chance to.'Daere admitted,he nodded starting to scold her. "I have been around even before you were born, it is the same story same dance.Something happens beyond our control we get blamed or hunted, a lot of them don't get the chances that I have presented in front of you.That is why i pressure it harder then Fen'Harel, he wasn't born to this i was, he thinks if you had run around and make mistakes while he stepped back, you will learn but that is not the case.Like a stupid hound you keep repeating over and over, yet many times you have fallen you still insist to make the same mistakes."

"Somewhere along the lines I smell some bullshit, i can understand why you didn't bother with me before after that event.But to those people you are a god, shouldn't it not be so hard to have found him sooner?What about Mythal?"Daere demanded, feeling her angry rise.

Dirtheman explained"I figure removing those blockages would cause some issues sooner or later. Mythal will tell you the same thing i am, so please keep that unstable rage of yours pointed at the real enemy.By the time we noticed anything odd and she had sent Fen'Harel but the damages were already done, so for the last time let that go before you do anything unnecessary."

"Speaking of Solas.."Daere started to ask, Dirtheman aura shifted quickly.The sentinels looked at them as he fiercely snapped"Before you ask,I will not waste my time looking for that bastard.For fuck sake do i need to lock you up in that room until you forget about him?"

"To be fair i want to make certain he is ok, you did just hand them over a dead body. Must i remind you as well you lied."Daere shot back dryly,softening his gaze Dirtheman replied calmly, "Fair enough, but his whereabouts is none of your business."

"Could you tell me how many people are here?"Daere inquired realizing it was pointless to press,sharply he answered turning his head"No. "

"Can you tell me anything that is worthwhile?"Daere inquired, her annoyance building.One of the sentinel priest started to stand, she made her way over to them speaking softly"It seems Craven is giving the others problems, what do you need us to do?"

"Let me talk to him, that is all he wants."Daere quickly stated, Dirtheman shifted his attention to her, sending a chilling glare.He growling "If I let you down there your going to let that woman free."

"So what if i do?She is a living being and shouldnt be used like you intend to,Torin will see her free and chances are he will come when he is ready with questions."Daere stated fighting to keep her tone under control, Dirtheman demanded"And what if he doesn't, what if they try again but targets one of the others?"

"It was my idea so allow me to take the blame if it comes to that."Daere remarked,he sighed softly.Further down the room, they could hear someone state"Lord Dirtheman, Pandora has been talking and it has gotten the attention of Amon.Should i handle it?"

"No, if she suddenly expires it will highten Elgar'nan suspicion.We just need to be ready when he does decided to start having his people investigate the castle,when he sees nothing is amiss then we should be able to move forward.In fact there is a perfect opportunity quickly approaching, i just need you to behave "Dirtheman explained,Daere blinked a couple of time.Uttering"Oh, and what is it this time?"

"How many times do I have to remind you to watch you attitude with me?You won't be fighting or at least i hope it won't lead to a fight, but as soon as we get ahold of another we will be.No you will be in charge of handling some arrangements, if things go smoothly I might consider having one of two sentinels at your disposal.If something does happen i might consider just putting you in a pit with the red templars so Elgar'nan could get a good hard look at the way your abilities can hold them off"

"So if i am not fighting you are suggesting to throw me in a pit full of those things, what am I supposed to do?"Daere inquired dryly, Dirtheman slightly snapped"Do you have to be a smartass?"

"Do you really want me to answer that question, you pompous dick " shot back Daere, she felt the color leave her face as his jaw flexed.He closed his eyes, inhaling sharply.Slowly Dirtheman cracked his, she could faintly see a slight glimmer upon wondering 'And we are back to this, aren't we?'

"I thought we were making progress, but i guess i was wrong.Shall we move on and not disturb the priests?"Dirtheman exhaled ,Daere muttered fully aware others where watching "We were until you decided to be a complete ass again. "

"Not one of you should be turning your attention away from your tasks."Dirtheman sneered looking away from her, clenching her fist together Daere barely heard"I figured you would be hiding in that other place, Lord Dirtheman."

"Zeke we were about to come down and visit."Dirtheman calmly stated, Daere turned her head. Taken aback by the elven man's appearance, she studied the dalish outfit he wore.Bushing back some of his curls Zeke stopped a few feet from them, remarking "Explains the sudden itch in my nose, don't tell me one of the younger bloods got into Ghilan'nain panty drawers again and we are doing her people's work."

"Your Zeke? how come I never saw you before?"Daere inquired, feeling her head slightly tilt,Zeke looked at her, shifting his attention back to Dirtheman slowly he stated"So you do still live and breath Daere,Lord Dirtheman has she been with you this whole time?If so when will she be able to come back, with lacking half the members i do very much need every hand I can get if you expect better results."

"More or less she has, Daere will be helping with this one but the rest is up to you and the others do not disappoint me."Dirtheman growled,Zeke replied"I would never fail you Lord Dirtheman, just tell me how is it we can assist?And what Daere did this time that got her in trouble with you, again. "

"Believe it or not i am innocent this time, Dirtheman is the one with the loose screws."Daere blurted,Dirtheman flinched.He stated "Ma vhenan isn't in trouble but the least you could start doing is better background checks on your employees, instead having me waste my time following other leads"

"Oh.. I see now, this is a bit of a surprise indeed, isn't she a little..young for you?When you mentioned that Hazel had a way for you to settle thing i had always imagine them being a bit older, and well mannered.Lastly are you certain this isn't because Fen'Harel has been pulling this shit under…"Zeke commented, she watched him struggle as Dirtheman snapped"Zeke, I swear there is plenty of room down there if you conture talking like this."

"Of course, that was a bit out of line for me and I wouldn't want to do anything further to cross you."Zeke remarked, he bowed slightly.Dirthamen stated looking at Daere "You can learn a lot from this."

"Bite me."Daere replied staring at him,ignoring her Dirtheman remarked"Zeke i know i have you guys checking out the shemlens and gathering what you can about the location of Corypheus, but i need you to arrange a meeting with the antivan crows leader for her."

"Does this have to do with Lady Ghilan'nain masquerade that is coming up?"Zeke inquired,Dirthemans answered"Of sorts, i want to attempt to get them under my control as well before i have you eliminate them."

"Just because their is another spy network, you want to 'eliminate' them?They are not much of a compaction, let alone i don't see how they could fit into your plan. "Daere growled, Dirtheman sneered"you see why Elgar'nan needs to go, I agree this would put more power under my belt but if you manage to grow up, they will have to respond to you. "

"Where would you like them to meet?"Zeke inquired,Dirtheman ordered as they started to walk out of the room "Wycome is fine, i made a deal with Daere if she had done as I asked that place would be hers to control to an extent."

"Do you even realize how allowing someone with no experience to handle something delicate like this?"Daere demanded,Dirtheman replied"Then you better learn quickly, because if Elgar'nan doesn't see that it is done right, he will take action himself and I am certain you don't want to be responsible for more of your comrades to die."

"Lord Dirtheman, i know this isn't my place but this is too much for her i understand your trying to teach her a lesson but weighing this so heavily?I don't even think she has even recovered completely after what she was forced to do to those other two"

"You know?"Daere stopped in her tracks, staring at them the guilt flooded her senses.Zeke stated"Yes, Zevran told me what had happened when I asked where you were he assumed dead after going with Lady Anduril.We can talk about this later but right now i should see to it that the request goes through, the both of you should rest assured it will get done"

"Be certain it gets done, we need to do damage control before anything else happens."Dirtheman dryly stated,Zeke inquired 'the two of you really haven't had much time?"

"With Pandora disrupting the eluvian while they where to be brought back and setting Scathach to take the blame, no." Dirtheman replied,Zeke looked at Daere.Softly he stated"If you allow it, i can handle things for a couple of days so the two of you can at least have a moment's rest."

"I will keep that in mind, but it won't be necessary "Dirtheman replied starting to head up the steps,the clouds started to cover the midday sun as it fought to cast shadows from the pillars .Slightly glancing outwards, watching the waves crash harder onto the rocks,Zeke commented"it seems a storm is about to hit."

"Sooner than you think, I need to figure out the best way to gather the second one without anyone else getting killed."Dirtheman remarked,listening to them talk Daere kept her pace behind them.Zeke stated"Forgive me I did have my doubts about those your kept out of the others sights, but it just seems surreal that there are abilities out there that differ from our own and the veneration.If i had known she was, you would have had her turned over sooner, is Darcy the other?I know he had shown traits of those half breeds."

"He is no longer among the living, Zeke.He hasn't been since the beginning"Daere replied keeping her eyes towards the ground,Zeke quietly stated"I knew just watching the both of you guys that there where issues, but whatever i am certain he didn't deserve it."

"Cecil had a hand trying to make more red lyrium but Falon'Din was the one to have his throat slit, Daere was close to joining if i had not stepped in."Dirtheman explained calmly,Daere fall silently, feeling Zeke glancing at her.Faintly could hear Zeke whispered"Lord Dirtheman, then maybe.."

"I will be fine, but thank you for the concern."Daere replied sharply feeling uneasy, she felt her gaze harden as the eluvian appeared across the hall,Dirtheman ordered slightly"let us leave first, we need to get settled over in Wycome."

"Of course."Zeke muttered, turning to face her he asked"Out of curiosity, what are you planning to say to them?"

"The truth, Zevran put me in a shit hole of a contract because they dont seem to care who they work for.And if they dont do as i say i will expose their fucking shit hole of a guild to the very center of thedas and explain to those shitty guards that the antivan crows are the fucking reason why there are so many slave traders before Elgar'nan does his thing."Daere answered stopping in her tracks,Zeke stare at her, stating" that is not what we had taught you about negotiations, if you do that then yes people will get killed."

"Fuck you methods."Daere replied,Zeke remarked jokingly as Dirtheman touched the eluvian"Well seeing you are not hiding your gifts, you could just lock them in one room and burn the place down.Just dont forget to throw your head back and laugh hysterically, that would probably cause Elgar'nan to think twice about messing with you."

"Don't encourage that behavior or give her those ideas,Zeke."Dirtheman threatened, the two looked at him, the images reflect exposing Craven with his back towards them.Blue flames danced at the palm of his hands, faintly he could be heard threatening."You will tell me where they are now or you guys will have more than Elgar'nan to deal with."

"Daere."Dirtheman stated staring at the image,muttering she made her way forward"I know i know defuse before someone dies."

"Zeke.."Dirtheman started, his voice cut off as she walked through stopping right behind Craven. Softly she spoke"You can put that away, falon.I know what had happen caused a scare, but he made certain I was alright."

"Daere,your coming back with me, Mythal can straighten this out."Craven explained calmly, the blue flames vanished. Daere shook her head making her way over to him, Daere reached her hand out gently resting it on his cheek.Softly she stated "Everything has and will be alright, you need to go back and help Mythal look for Fen'Harel if you need to.If you stay you will expose Dirtheman, not only will he go back to hunting her down before she is able to gather her strength but that 'deal' that was made will be broken.I believe Elgar'nan will do what he can to get back at Dirtheman when we need to find that tevinter magister."

"You should listen to her, Craven."Dirtheman threaten voice shattered the peaceful air,slowly Daere removed her hand.Speaking softly curling her hand into a gentle fist" it isn't safe for you to send that spirit either, I know you were worried and this time i admit i was to be blamed but Craven things changed."

"I figure things have after Abelas started to ask questions, Daere this isn't your fault this is Dirtheman taking advantage of a situation when a friend was in need."Craven snapped glaring at Dirtheman,Dirtheman growled "which your tone, I am only allowing you to go back because of the fact that I don't need her going on a rampage. Fen'Harel told me to do whatever it takes to keep her out of the others reach, which I have done."

"I am certain he didn't mean something like this Dirtheman, once we find him no matter what i will tell him everything."Craven threatened,Dirtheman growled"then you should have just kept your mouth shut and done so, either way you will be making a grave mistake."

"Touch him and the next time this thing is off I will kill you."Daere threatened turning her head slightly, Dirtheman muttered"i see so your loyalty is still with them, it wont keep them safe for long."

"Is that a threat i hear?Just because I couldn't do anything back then, doesn't mean I won't do so now."Daere sneered, turning to face him,Dirtheman nodded eyeing her,ordering"move, i will not be allowing him to use the eluvians here, Craven by all means tell him what you have heard, but remember we are still at war don't make it worse."

'Is he really letting Craven go?'Daere wondered, she waited her hear someone withdrawing their weapon.Turning to look back Craven nodded, half bowing he turned and walked out of the room.Feeling a hard yank from the collar, Dirtheman demanded"get back to your duties, I expect we might have company soon."

"Dirtheman i know your angry, or you saw i stepped out of place.."Daere started feeling the nervousness spread, he leaned in to kiss her roughly.Pulling back he muttered" that was much better, but you should consider your words carefully and who you direct it to."

"Dirtheman i am not joking, anything happens be prepared for your own accident."Daere tried to threatened in her own confusion ,Dirtheman pressed his forehead against hers, groaning with satisfaction"let me see more of this from you."

"Dirtheman?"Daere uttered lost in the sudden change, thinking to herself'he is just doing this for show, nothing more..but for who? Craven should be making his way out and it seems the others understand what is going on.'

"What do you say?"Dirtheman begged slightly,Daere remarked, "I think you might need to lay off the wine for awhile, or take a break from me so you can start thinking clearly again."

"But I am,and I know your body has been responding to me warmly since we started."He muttered,Daere tried to pull herself back only to feel his hand resting on her back.Realizing 'he is right about that,if his touches didn't feel like they leave a trail of black slime, i probably would enjoy this more.'

"Not here, you wouldn't want someone needing to use the eluvian seeing us do you?"Daere inquired, trying to shake the feeling.Turning her towards the doorway Dirthamen gently lead her out of the room, passing one of the sentinels Daere faintly hear them exhale in relief.

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"You know this could have been worse. Daere stated hoping to kill the silence, she could feel the familiar knotting from his magick on her back. It faded slowly, Dirtheman grumbled "It still isn't an excuse, a few more inches and I would have been forced to wait longer."

'Of course, that is the only thing he cares about why am I expecting anything less?'Daere thought, exhaling softly she felt his rough hands wrap themselves around her.Daere tried not to cringe feeling Dirtheman cupped gently, his thumbs caressed her nubs.Resting his chin on her back, she could faintly hear Dirtheman mutter"Seeing i couldn't do worse than what he has accomplished, I won't be causing you much more pain.Don't think in this case I will accept less from others if you do conture to step out of line."

'Well if you fuckers didn't give me a reason to step out of line i wouldn't.'Daere thought, Dirtheman lips pressed against her bare back.To her surprise he started to get up,Looking back at him oddly Daere muttered "Thank you, I don't understand why you let me suffer when Anduril tried to cut out my eye but now your... "

"Don't think nothing of it, I should have been aware it was so easy to just send you out but at least you have done something others have failed.I got a good look at him and his summon, the both of you are not balance which means I need to figure a way to strengthen your connection."Dirtheman admitted brushing her off, he walked over to the doorway.Narrowing her eyes, Daere demanded realizing he was leaving"That is it?I mean since i have been up you have been making advances.I assumed that you were...i don't know..pull the same crap you have been?"

"Someone will be here first thing in the morning to wake you, I expect you to be dressed when I arrive and I will go over what you will be saying ."Dirtheman remarked ignoring her,touching the doorknob Daere replied"it is not like I am not grateful, but why?

"Unlike you I find the air here disgusting, the fade is weak on top of that I need to find a place to put that thing so you don't go around destroying my things again.

"Dirtheman growled, he turned to glare at her.Softly Daere replied"It is understandable coming from someone who lived their lives away from the rest of the people to not see any beauty some of the places have to offer ,even I admit in my own travels there hasn't been much to look at but there are some of those places that can take your breath away with just a simple glance."

"Your talking about the frostback i would assume, that place has charged so much over the centuries it barely held on to its terrain."Dirtheman complained, Daere stared at his sudden rudeness.They could hear footsteps approaching from outside the halls.He quickly left her, staring at the doorway.A male voice wasted no time reporting"there have been sightings of activity, are you certain you want her to be here?"

"Who?"she could hear Dirtheman demanded, slowly she crept out of the bed.Making her way closer he could hear another reply"we don't know if it is the veneration, the red templars or a third party.All we know is there have been people lurking close by we haven't been able to identify."

"Chances are those intruders might be villagers trying to configure out what is going on since the darkspawn is gone."Daere replied softly, pressing her back against the cool wall Dirtheman growled through the door"this isn't your business."

"Dirtheman i refuse to sit still if they are indid helpless villagers being slaughtered by mistake."Daere growled, slightly sneering"Besides is it not your job to make certain people's lives are saved, then this should be more of a reason for you to stay here and do things right for once in you life towards your subjects."

"You dare to speak like that to me."Dirthrman demanded,creaking the door she caught a glance of him glaring angrily at her.Keeping her own nerve, Daere challenge weakly "Yes, I haven't forgotten why I am here but the least you could do is learn to humor me.Unless you absolutely adore the idea of making more enemies than friends."

"For your information, I have done well without having you step in."growled Dirtheman clenching his teeth,Daere rolled her eyes turning her back to him,closing the door while muttering"yes you have been doing such a good job on that, forgive me I was just doing what I am here for but i guess you don't need my judgment and would rather keep having wondering will be the next time i try to see what type of insides you have."

"Lord Dirtheman?"she could hear the nervousness in the sentinels voice, an unnerving silence filled the air as she started to walk away.Barely she could hear him growl"don't engaged until you know for certain their motive."

'Probably not the smartest idea but hopefully i can see how much i can try to stir him into my favor.'Daere thought to herself, she paused next to the table.Looking around at her familiar prison, she could hear a couple voices muttering in dry harmony "yes lord Dirtheman."

"Happy."Dirtheman sneered entering the room, closing the door behind him Daere turned to face him.Expecting the worst to happen, she shrugged her shoulders briefly.Softly speaking
this is why those people look to you, i have heard enough from that woman you had us escort and the others.But you still give me doubts because of the threats you keep piling on me, or have you forgotten?"

"Your being a bitch, that is what you are being.I should have asked them to bring in some wine, and not the crap those sorry excuse the flat ears have been leaving as offering"Dirtheman grumbled running his hand through his hair, he walked past her.Daere crossed her arms over her breast, sitting half heartedly on the table. Daere followed him with her gaze, stating "this is completely not what I expected from you."

"And what did you expect?"Dirtheman demanded turning to glance at her,Daere replied calmly, "To be honest I don't know, i just thought the way you were acting we were going to be..well not l this."

"Would it kill you to say what it is?Sex, interment, us fucking just for the shire pleasure of it?"Dirtheman remarked sharply studying her, their eyes locking causing her to turn her head away sharply.He admitted"you don't seem much into at the moment so there is no point for me to force the matter."

"Shocking, another thing I didn't expect to hear am i 'allowed' to dress or do you have something to say about it?"Daere weakly growled,etching close Dirtheman outreached his arms, resting them on her waist he pressed his forehead against hers. Muttering"but then you wouldn't have brought it up if you were not thinking it yourself."

"Go suck you brother's cock."Daere softly hissed, ignoring her hostility Dirtheman ran his hands over her side. Daere swallowed feeling her body starting to quiver in response as he turned to look at her, allowing a smirk to develop he inquired"now what is this?If i start touching you, I wonder what I would feel."

"Just don't make this any more awkward then this is."Daere muttered hardening her gaze, Dirtheman scuffed shaking his head.Sitting down in front of her, Dirtheman tightened his grip holding her in place.Stating"the sooner you stop playing around and realize i am the best thing you will ever have the better the both of us will be, I don't know all the lies he has been telling you but i am the only one that can give you real freedom."

"Dirtheman what you are doing isn't freedom, when will you get this?Even if my life was living in the shadows, I got to see more than those that do follow the crowd, most of those nobles are ot happy and now i still see your life is nothing more but a circus."Daere tried to explain then stopped upon realizing' i am not going to get anywhere with him, am I?'

"They can't touch you as long as they believe that I care for you, that is something more that couldn't be done if you had stayed with Fen'Harel.If things play in my favor after you talk to those crows, then I might consider cutting you some more slack but you will still have the normal restriction of your ability use."

"What do you have in mind?"Daere inquire, feeling his fingers resting over her core.Ordering with a groan, Dirtheman started to part her nether lips" you will find out, i don't want to falsely give you hope, you sit back on the table for me so i can get a better view?"

"Your such a pig,Dirtheman."Daere muttered complying with his demands, she sat on the hard surface of the table.Resting her palms on the flat surface Daere leaned back, her face started to grow warm as Dirtheman gently parted her legs.Muttering under his breath"it wouldn't kill you to just get over this."

"Dirtheman you try having to deal with other people shit then having to deal with more shit from someone that has bad mood swings."Daere grumbled, he glanced up slipping one of his fingers between her folds.Without blinking an eye, Dirtheman stated"your the one to talk, since day one you have been raising hell."

"For good reasons."Daere quickly went into the defensive, thrusting another finger she barely covered her moan.Softly threatening Dirtheman rested his other hand over her breast"maybe i should bend you over my lap?"

"Could we please just get this over with?"Daere muttered, allowing his thumbs to caress her knot of pleasure he leaned forward brushing his lips on her shoulder blade.Groaning he murmured" you take away the enjoyment of this if you keep holding back, when will i have you coming to me with out having to instigate this?"

"You know the answer." Daere muttered, she lifted her chin up.Clenching her jaw together, Daere tightened her grip on the wooden tables edge.Faintly she could hear Dirtheman mutter"It is amazing how much you keep denying me, your body seem to have already made its mind, wouldn't you agree?"

"Yes."Daere whimpered through her teeth, feeling the warmth of his mouth wrapping themselves around her bud.She breathed in sharply, feeling the sudden pain shoot through her body as he twisted with the other.Thrusting her body slowly on his fingers, Daere couldn't fight back the burning desire.Dirtheman moved back but Daere leaned forward faintly tasting a mix of lyrium, realizing ‘he must have drank some while i had my back turn, i thought even as a powerful mage he was beyond the use.’

"It is about time start showing me what you have been hiding" Dirtheman pulled and murmured roughly,Daere stare at him. She noticed the faint glow in his eyes, causing her to wonder i think i am starting to understand what Hazel meant, but this feeling are we affected as well or far worse than the mages?’

“I need…”Daere could hear herself barely murmured trying to drag him closer, a sudden tightness developed on her neck.Staring at him in a daze, Daere realized his hand rested on her throat.Demanding angrily"What do you think you are doing?"

'What did I do?'Daere through, Dirtheman released his hold Daere felt her body tremble.Feeling the tightness lingering, she rested her hand on her neck, starting to whimper "I…"

"You aren't aware of what you are doing are you?" Dirtheman growled studying her, Daere shook her head. Replying softly, Daere answered"No.."

"Not surprising, I don't think I have anything here to restrain you."Dirtheman replied sitting back staring at her,Daere tried to coax feeling the filth starting to developing on her skin "If i promise to behave could we forgo the restrains?"

"with no knives in sight I think we can see how your behavior is, if you show some promise i might consider allowing more privileges.”Dirtheman groaned,Daere watched as Dirtheman started to pull out his hard cock.He made himself comfortable in his chair, thinking to herself ‘shut up, your making me want to gag already and not the good kind.’

“what are you waiting for?”Dirtheman demanded, controlling her temper Daere cupped her breasts.Sliding her hand down her smooth stomach, Dirtheman growled rubbing his hand over his shaft.”much better, it is good to see we are making progress in the right direction.”

“ how much do you like this?”Daere coaxed tilting her head to the side, her hand paused just over her dripping lips.Starting to pull back, her mind starting to panic ‘I can’t do this, this feeling is wrong..his body against mine...there is something…’

“what is the matter, why have you stopped?”Dirtheman sneer slightly,Daere calmly stated”It is nothing, just a bit of a bore for me to pleasure myself don't you think?”

“I knew this was too good to be true so stop wasting my time and bend over, you are supposed to be satisfying my needs not thinking how you feel.”Dirtheman remarked, Daere muttered turning around.”of course, how else am I to see things?”

“stop thinking about it that way, have you forgotten the others would have seen it as such an honor having your position?”Dirtheman groaned,Daere leaned over the table placing her arms on the surface she buried her head feeling his hands starting to run up and down the side of her legs only to pause.Barely hearing him from behind” besides are you forgetting you would be dead if it wasn't for me”

‘no one in their right mind would go this far because you kept them alive, but who is these days in a shitty world?’Daere thought, feeling his tongue run up between her butt cheeks.She closed her eyes, threatening slightly as the tip start to penetrate her”Dirtheman, either your manhood or tongue i will break both and shove down your throat.”

“ I would be more than happy to take that risk, but I don't want to explain the bruises on either of us to our guests.”Dirtheman muttered pulling himself up behind her, rubbing his exposed manhood close to her slit Dirtheman hands tightened around her waist, muttered roughly"I don't think you should keep hiding your face from me when we do this, turn around and face me."

"Dirtheman this is fine."Daere protested, turning her glance back Dirtheman gazed over.Demanding"If you wont allow me to fuck you were i want to, the least you can do is turn over."

"Why the sudden interested what position I am in?"Daere demanded,without warning a pain shot through her head.Pain shot through her body as she gaze up at the ceiling, something wet tingled the top of her forehead.Dirtheman stared down at her, running his fingers through his hair he muttered."no one denies me. "

"Dirtheman i am not trying to deny you anything, but if you need me to work with you...."Daere remarked nervously, roughly he growled grabbing a fist full of her hair."shut up, you are my wife and need to do as you are told."

"What would Mythal think if she saw you acting like this?"Daere blurted weakly, his body stiffened losing his grip Dirtheman accused"And what do you care what Mythal would think?How dare you even consider bringing her into this?Or are you hoping she would step in this time?"

"I don't want to be honest I don't expect anyone helping me, not anymore true she might have came rushing to help Anthony and Darcy but whenever I needed it..no one…"Daere replied feeling her body starting to shake,sensing the change in the air Dirtheman let her. Daere felt her eyes starting to harden, her fury started to creep within her chest she closed her eyes bring her knees up to her bare breast.Listening to him move away, Dirtheman remarked " get some sleep, the last thing I need is you having black rings under your eyes"

"What are you planning to do?"Daere managed to calmly ask, slowly she open her eyes finding Dirthamen touching the doorknob.He growled glancing back at her"You need to mind your own business, if I catch that spirit again i will do more than just force it out."

'Is using him to get rid of Elgar'nan worth all this? Probably not but still i know i can't act on my own until their numbers are thinner, even if they have their family matter.How does one kill two elven mages that carry the gift of foresight?'Daere wondered, feeling a wet spot moving she rested her fingers over her brow.Pulling her hand away, she saw the dark red liquid, realizing 'he must have hit my head on the tablet, typical move.It further proves my point all of them need to go...but Solas..'

"He would hate me, would he give me a chance to explain why I had lost my faith believe Mythal was a protector for the people? I knew things would never work between us."she admitted softly, slowly she stood, her eyes fall upon her crumpled clothes on the floor resting at the foot of the bed.Daere muttered under her breath, making her way towards them."Craven wouldnt understand either, no one will...why would they?"

'If you tried to be more open to then, like you were me they would.'she could hear Taliesin remark, stopping in her tracks.Daere rested her hand over her eyes,muttering to herself"I must be truly losing it if i am hearing her voice like this.Even if i wasnt in this position, my heart has been set to this.. it will be quick for her or so i hope.I know he wont be happy, but he is in the end one of them."

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'He most have decided to head back after all, either way, why does it seem late in the day?'Daere wondered, her eyes darted around the empty room from where she had fallen asleep the night before.The bedsheets still crumbled on top of the bed, her clothes feeling grimy against her skin.Lowering her foot to the cold stone floor,Dirtheman voice filled the room as the door swung open. "Good this will make things more simple, come on."

"Don't you need me to change?"Daere inquired trying to process what was going on, she walked over to him slowly.Her head still throbbing from the night before, Dirtheman stood there.He growled "There is no time, they have already arrived."

"Arrived?that was quick i thought it would have taken them longer to get hers, but then they must have already been dispatched on another mission' Daere realized half asleep.Dirtheman stayed close behind, neither spoke about the events from the night before.Finally he broke the silence, making their way down the steps"If anything goes wrong i will be close by."

"You have nothing to worry about, I will be in the room if things get out of hand." Zeke remarked coming into view,Daere muttered stopping by his side" I can handle them just fine."

"You say that but I damn well don't need you screwing things up for me like you had."Dirtheman growled,Daere stared at him, thinking to herself' I am certainly going to have fun gutting you like a pig once your uses are done."

"We shouldn't keep them waiting, are you certain you don't want to join in?"Zeke asked,Dirtheman answered calmly."there is something that needs to be taken care of since Pandora has been running her mouth."

"Very well, this way Daere please remember to mind that tongue of yours.But of course knowing you anything i say you won't listen, so try not to cover the walls to much with they blood if you can help it."Zeke impled, Daere stated"I can't promise anything after the treatment I had received last night, seriously how are any of you able to tolerate such behavior from that bastard."

"It is simple just give him what he wants, just be thankful your in a position the others cannot lay a hand on you unless there was something going on between him and the others." Zeke replied,Daere let out a heavy sigh.A large room started to unfold in front of them, two men stood there.A familiar face caused her heart to sink, stabling her emotions Daere walked with ease into the courtroom.

"Where is this Dirtheman? You told me we were to meet him."The man demanded,Daere calmly stated walking over towards them. "He is busy, so i will have to do."

"We were told you were taken by one of them, then executed."The man shifted his gaze to Zevran,Daere knew what he was thinking, keeping her pace she shrugged her shoulders, remarking as she stopped "Well my name does mean fiend, what would Thedas be without me?Pretty much nothing how the nobles allow the lands to be run down to the ground, so alas my seems my luck does pecide me can we now discuss business gentlemen?"

"Your kidding right? You way of discussing is poisoning our drinks." The man growled,Zevran replied"Like it or not she had helped us more than once, it wouldn't hurt to hear what she has to say we owe her this."

"Helpful as always Zevran."Daere replied tilting her head slightly in a bow, turning suddening to the swordsman she could hear him mutter "Very well, i want to see what he is demanding this time."

"What are they wanting,Daere?"Zevran inquired,Daere stopped.Placing her hands behind her back, she calmly explained "I am not going to sugar coat things, you have a choice to disband or join Dirtheman, if you refuse to do either then we will be forced to act and arrest all of you. Now they might not be familiar with the hideouts but i am and so is Zeke."

"Daere, what has gotten into you?I thought you hated them?" Zevran demanded not hiding the shock in his voice,the man growled, "What is the meaning of this?Isn't it enough that we are working with those damn knife ears."

"Watch your tongue in Dirtheman court shemlen."Zeke growled,Daere cleared her throat.Clapping her hands together,Daere remarked"Gentlemen please refrain from any name calling, we are facing a great common enemy so let us focus on that."

"Then talk fast before we take my leave."he growled,Daere nodded.She preceded, making her way over "I personally understand, you have rules, regulations that must be followed and so does he.What you guys have done was a crime that got me personally involved into a lot of heavy shit,overlooking my own matters of involvement he had allowed you this much but now Elgar'nan is speaking up leaving Dirtheman no choice but to act this rash"

"Zevran, i think we have wasted enough time here."the antivan crow growled, looking at her he then replied" you must be aware that it will take some time to hunt us all down, enough so that we have the inquisition helping us."

"As we are holding this meeting i had already dispatched my own assassins with some of Lord Dirtheman sentinel swordsmen within each location, do you really want to take that risk? We know you have been working with the inquisition and all you will be doing is putting their lives at risk as well when we are trying to fight against the tevinters together. " Zeke stated, keeping his distance from her.Daere stared unmoved into the man's eyes, his expression suddenly changed as she reached over.Feeling the smoothness of the small blades handle, Daere calmly inquired,'' What is your answer?"

"It seems you have decided my fate."He replied,Zevran started to move forward but paused in his tracks looking towards the doorway.Pressing the tip of the blade against his neck, her eyes drifted watching as small red mark developed on his pale skin while she glided gently.Tilting her head slightly, Daere threaten softly "if you already know, does the others need to follow?You are not the first, but I do hope you will be the last which I doubt since i know there will always be some type of resistants ."

"We will accept your offer, there is no need to do this Daere"Zevran shouted in alarm, Daere muttered"this has to be done falon, it is a step towards peace with everyone.Kill those who resist and spare those who follow."

"Do you plan to do the same with me?"Zevran growled,wasting no time Daere quickly slashed open the antivan crows neck.Blood squirted from the open wound covering her face, rusty copper filled her nostrils upon feeling the cool air hitting her bloodstained face. Daere turned to look at him, lowering the small blade she walked over to him, watching him swallow nervously.Stopping in front of him, Daere placed her hand on his cheek.Replying"No, you will go back and tell others what you have witnessed today.This is a warning to not cross any of us, if such behavior contures i will personally deal with the matter myself i need too."

"I will." Zevran replied, trying to keep his voice steady. Daere slightly ordered"Zeke, make certain he does."

"Not what I was expecting to walk into, but it is good to see it is being dealt with properly." Elgar'nan voice filled the air,tilting her head up Daere turned to face them.Softly she spoke"Do you have anything you with to add, Elgar'nan?"

"No" He remarked eyeing her,licking the blood spatter from her lips, Daere could taste the bitterness of the after taste.Stating innocently"I assume this is what you were coming here for?I know it might not be from a 'real' battle but he was an enemy."

"At least you manage to come up with a body, I am still waiting for the other two." Elgar'nan growl, Dirtheman replied dryly"There wasn't much to come back with, even i have seen the remains of that place."

"You might want to follow me out before you get caught in this."Zeke replied,watching them leave Elgar'nan turned to face Dirtheman, demanding"What joke is this Dirtheman."

"I would like to know the same thing."Dirtheman replied dryly glaring at Daere, releasing the hilt of the blade she made her way over to them.Asking slightly threatening"This isn't to your pleasing, I thought you would like…"

"That is enough out of you."Dirtheman snapped,Daere closed her mouth, shifting her attention towards behind him.Amon hands rested on his katana ,stopping inches from them Daere bow.Moving her hand towards her neck she pushed back her hair, exposing her bare skin.She listened as footsteps approached her, speaking softly"Forgive my behavior, i just thought since you had already lack trust in me i would do something that would please you.I didn't mean for it to come off as a threat."

"All is forgiven, who knows, maybe someday you can take Dirtheman job."Elgar'nan remarked, watching the shadow of his hand raise, Daere kept her gaze steady feeling her body stiffen hearing Amon heavy footsteps. Dirtheman sneered at Elgar'nan"Please tell me that is just a horrible joke."

"You haven't been giving much as of recently, Dirtheman."Elgar'nan growled,Daere calmly asked "Mind i ask why you are present in this rotting place?"

"We heard they were on the move and i wanted to bare witness what was going on."Elgar'nan stated resting his hand on top of her head,Dirtheman replied "Elgar'nan you know everything I have done is for our people."

"So while holding a vital information you have been gathering those things to use against me is for our people, i knew the very moment you even brought suggested this marriage something was wrong.Even if i gave you my blessing, that still doesn't stop my doubts Elgar'nan snapped turning to face him,feeling his hand move away, she resisted flinching as he touch under her chin.Dirtheman demanded"Are you really going to believe someone that has been working with Corypheus?"

"I have my reasons to suspect you of treason,Dirtheman just as I suspect she is the tool you plan to use."Elgar'nan growled,softly Daere spoke allowing the bitterness to pass"I don't know what either of you have been through but he has made me realize the mistake I have made, I am forever in your debts if you allow all father."

"Lord Elgar'nan if it wasn't for her help I wouldn't be here, i do understand the reasons why this woman should not be trust but she did have a chance to try to turn her abilities against me and i do believe she can be useful even with both Mythal and Fen'Harel gone.We still have no other way to fight against the red lyrium that is spreading, something about her gifts seems familiar, if we press forward now not only would we succumb to the disease but we will never know why."Amon replied,breathing a silent relief Daere listen to Elgar'nan demand"Is that how you strongly feel?"

"Yes Lord Elgar'nan, even if what Pandora has informed us seem alarm Daere has saved us from dealing with these people Lady Ghilan'nain had been worried about." Amon answered,Elgar'nan remarked sharply "I will be stationary some of my people within you hold, i hope there isn't any issue.Lastly i want to see if you finally caught her summon"

"Not an issue, for her summon, it seems there was more damage to her connection then i had expected."Dirtheman explained,feeling Elgar'nan hand being moved.Demanding"if you have it go get it, but she stays."

"I won't be long."Dirtheman stated, listening to him leave Elgar'nan growled walking towards Dirtheman throne"You can stand up and look at me you stupid wrench."

'Bad bad Elgar'nan, i thought you were above the name calling.' Daere thought, lifting her gaze slowly.Their eyes locked realizing Amon had left them, softly she spoke""Forgive me for not being ethoastic but it seems the past few days I have had people shoved one blade after another at me."

"You haven't given us a reason, I am certain others have told you the same thing. Now before I have someone called in here to yank your head up, do so, it is disrespectful to keep glancing at my feet "Elgar'nan growled,Daere wondered 'would it either please or piss Dirtheman off if i just ripe out this guys vocal cords then strangle him with those thick nerves right now.'

"Your right."Daere muttered, slowly she straightened her stance,Elgar'nan demanded" tell me what made you change your mind?From my understanding what Dirtheman told me he had paid Fen'Harel a good price after he found out."

'He didn't pay..calm down..'Daere nerves shot, calmly she replied"I wasn't going anywhere with my life, Dirtheman was right i needed a purpose and he showed me you guys could give me a much better reasons to live.Fen’harel is weak and a sorry excuse of a man if he couldn't protect some of his own, a coward to say the least"

"Yes we can, you don't know how much it pleases me to hear a wrench like yourself finally realize your wrong doing."Elgar'nan growled,Amon inquired roughly "Lord Elgar'nan would you want to question this one as well?"

"Where did you find her?" Elgar'nan demanded as Amon brought the elven woman in, her shackles cluttered against the ground. Amon answered"Down in the dungeon."

'Shit.' Daere thought trying to contain her groan, restraining herself, she stood there listening to Elgar'nan demand "You wouldn't know anything that is going on here?"

"What do you mean?"the elven woman asked bitterly,Amon explained "We have heard that Dirtheman has been working with some of your people."

"How fucked up are you, we would never work with any of you unlike that traitor." The woman snapped glaring at Daere,Amon admitted"It appears she knows nothing Lord Elgar'nan."

"So it seems i guess take her back with us and we will dispose of her." Elgar'nan remarked ,Daere quickly replied stepping forward"Ma vhenan made it clear her life was in my hands after those who had attended our special day got sick."

"Did he now, and what do you suggest after he show you demonstrated?"Elgar'nan demanded, Daere replied "This war between the both of you have gone on wag too long, let her receive a lash for each person that had suffered with the nine tail whip.If this behavior repeats then by all means I will allow you to execute her...if you permit this of course Elgar'nan."

"I will allow, but if you start 'spiriting away' any of our servants consider your fate much worse then Mythals.I will personally make certain you are dead, Amon go ahead and see to it the captive gets her sentence handled by one of the others" Elgar'nan demanded,Amon muttered"Yes Lord Elgar'nan"

"Come forth, I am certain you would like to be seated once the wine arrives."Elgar'nan remarked,Daere started to protest"I don't drink…"

"What person does not indulge themselves into the finer things?"Elgar'nan inquired roughly, glaring at her,Dirtheman replied, a servant followed behind holding onto a small four tailed white fox"Sadly she still has a lot to learn."

"What is that thing?"Elgar'nan demanded staring at it,Dirtheman explained"Like I stated there is still some issues, even if she has managed to tap into the void like the veneration. Anthony certain had found a way to make it a pain in the ass when it her abilities, I still hadn't had the time to discuss some things with Sylaise about her overall health.

"My goal was to use the beast against them, but seeing the veneration has taken care of those two I don't see a reason to keep hold of that.”Elgar’nan remarked,Dirtheman explained”you don't want to dismiss the idea of using this creature still, I had learned from some of the captive they are the key to battle against Corypheus or are you going to dismiss that report from Amon too?"

“how her spell melted the red lyrium near them?I still don't believe such a tale unless i see it for myself ”Elgar’nan scuffed,Dirtheman shoved the yako back at the servant.The small fox yapping upon impact,Daere grinded her teeth watching as the yako snapping in the air trying to free itself from their grasp.Dirtheman stated"Maybe I should have kept the muzzle on it."

"You muzzled?"Daere nearly snapped,Dirtheman calmly explained"The muzzle would be abit step forward then the cage.I refuse to allow any mutt run freely with such a bad temper."

'Oh yes when i get to you, this will be painful.'Daere thought glaring at him,Elgar'nan shifted in his seat, inquiring"I suppose I will be able to see how she does controlling it i presume?"

"Of course."Dirtheman answered,Elgar'nan clasp his hands together, stating"Good because i have a hell lot of those red bastards banging on my gates and I need them gone now."

"Wait now?"Daere felt a panic set in, thinking to herself `` I don't think I have completely recovered from the last people who just tried to kill me.'

"Yes, I want to see for myself what your capable of before i lay this matter to rest."Elgar'nan replied, Daere noticed a small smile developed on his lips as Dirtheman started to protest"Could this not wait?"

"Vhenan, if his place is being over runned, we need to settle the matter."Daere replied,thinking to herself ' never a dull moment, either way this is a step in the right direction.'

"Very well, Elgar'nan since we are going on your grounds i will ask something of you."Dirtheman remarked,Elgar'nan turned his attention back to him, inquiring"And what is it?"

"Can we push forward with Pandora's execution?"Dirtheman inquired,Elgar'nan replied" Seeing she has been organizing with a few other i see no problem, but I am not removing those I will be placing here."

"I wouldn't ask you too."Dirtheman remarked, he turned to look at Daere. "Not giving him a chance to ask she nodded and replied "I am ready whenever the two of you are."

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"I am starting to see a lacking of this army you were speaking of."Dirtheman growled, walked close behind the two.A soldier could be heard barking orders from behind them,Elgar'nan remarked "So I lied, but I do want those damn rocks removed from my territory ."

"Here this should help ease the pain." Someone offered close by, Daere turned to see what was going on.She nearly bumped into Dirtheman as he stopped in front of her close to the metal gates,Looking in front of her, she notice an elven woman starting to make her way towards them with a sentinel close behind.Realizing 'she must be Ghilan'nain, it is odd not seeing a mask covering her face. '

"Please tell me those awful people have been handled."Ghilan'nain slightly whined,Elgar'nan held out his arm encouraging Daere to step forward, stating"it had in fact, she saw to it they understood we were not playing around."

"Is that the woman? Why is there blood covering her?"Ghilan'nain inquired studying her face, Daere replied without blinking, her face grew stone cold"Because I am that 'savage' the weak pussy ass minded coward about at night."

"Do not speak."Dirtheman hissed sharply turning to look at Daere, she shifted her gaze, muttering under her breath"Dragon tits"

"I mean it."Dirtheman growled, turning to face Ghilan'nain,Anduril strode towards them complaining "Dreadful, no wonder I smelt something bad do you think it was alright to bring that dead thing here?"

" we have been busy, if i had known we were going to see either of you I would have had her bath."Dirtheman admitted,Daere slightly glared at him from the corner of her eyes, thinking 'Huh for someone with the gift of foresight he didn't see this coming? what trouble predicament, no wonder Elgar'nan wanted him replaced but i guess it comes with age. '

"Certainly she should get cleaned off."Ghilan'nain pressed, she reached out touching Daere hair, the nats slightly tangled themselves on her fingertips.Dirtheman remarked, "We wouldn't want to trouble you, besides we don't plan to stay long."

'I don't know if i should appreciate getting help from her, but anything would be good now. 'Daere thought,Ghilan'nain stated moving her hand away"Elgar'nan wouldn't mind neither would I,besides keep treating her like one of the commoners would look bad on us."

"It would be tasteless for her to attend anything for that matter looking like that."Anduril remarked,Daere muttered"it is alright, if i need to i can just hide in the shadows or something to make certain none of you look bad."

"I don't want her walking my grounds scaring the others." Elgar'nan slightly demanded,Ghilan'nain turned to look at Anduril, inquiring softly "I thought you said she runs her mouth."

"Did you not just hear her earlier?That alone she should have been smacked for it." Anduril growled,Ghilan'nain inquired turning to look at Elgar'nan "What about gear?You are not really considering sending her out with that on are you?"

"I think between the three of us she should be well covered." Dirtheman explained,Anduril growled, "You mean the two of you, i refuse to help keep watch over that ill mannered thing."

"Anduril certainly she isn't that bad, I mean compared to Fen'Harel she seem sweet."Ghilan'nain stated,Anduril grumbled"You wouldn't be saying that if you were with me when i had tracked her down"

"Certainly it could not that bad."Ghilan'nain remarked,Anduril shook her head ,Daere remarked,"Could we please just take care of business, I can already tell the blood is starting to cook on my face."

"Yuck."Ghilan'nain muttered,Anduril replied "Well abit of a blood mask doesn't hurt anyone, I hear it is good for the skin and besides it looks to me this is an improvement to your ugly face "
'If that is true then maybe I should slit open your throat and bath you in a tub full of your own.'Daere thought, calmly she inquired "oh lovely Anduril, is it possible you could give some beauty tips?"

"Why you can say something smart, i guess you do have some brain cells."Andruil replied, she brushed her long blonde hair back,Elgar'nan growled"That is enough, Anduril.If you are not going to help us at least get the prisoners ready and alert the others."

“Elgar’nan, are we doing all of them or just her?” Andruil inquired, her eyes harden as she gazed at him.Elgar’nan replied” I am in the mood to clear out the area, so have them all presented we do need to make this memorable for...Daere’s first time witnessing justice being done.”

“Elgar’nan I am certain she has seen plenty after dealing with the shemlens.”Anduril remarked,Daere stated” So you know I have seen plenty, mostly staying in the shadows to avoid getting caught thank you.”

“Really, because something tells me your not as good as others keep panning you.”Anduril growled, Daere shrugged her shoulders, admitting” So I have had my fair share of making mistakes, but you cannot say that you haven't made any mistakes.”

“No, just like your sense of style i do things perfectly” Anduril dryly answered, Dirtheman replied”Anduril i would appreciate you didn't provoke her.”

"It is ok, after all I do lack the intelligence to comprehend even the most complex manner the way she thinks.Like the heir for example, how am I to understand someone with such power dresses up like she is prey?"Daere replied innocently watching Ghilan'nain walked away,Anduril calmly shot back back"Is that the best you can do, no wonder that bastard wised up and got raid of you stupid used up bitch."

"I have been called worse."Daere replied, feeling the words sting.Elgar’nan stated"We are not going to get anything done if the two of you keep this up."

'Why the hell am I brought into this when she is clearly trying to pick a fight?'Daere wondered,Anduril turned to look at Dirtheman.Remarking” let me know if there is something
Elgar’nan ‘nan worthwhile, like when you finally come to your senses and you need help staging an accident.”

“Instead of being bitter try to warm up to the idea?”Dirtheman calmly replied, Anduril threw her head back and laugh.Shaking her head she muttering” And you called meq insane one for wanting to find a way down the deep roads, too funny.”

“Shall we?’Elgar’nan inquired sharply,Dirtheman grumbled” please before she comes back.”

"Open the gates, we are heading out."Elgar’nan ordered,she looked up upon hearing a light woman voice inquiring from above"Shouldn’t we have gotten the mounts ready?"

“ No I don't see us doing much work if we have other things planned for the evening” Elgar’nan growled, softly Daere inquired”Aren't you afraid you will come across an ambush?"

"There isn't anything out there that could take us down, besides I don't think they have figured out just yet what is going on."Dirtheman reassured,Elgar’nan snapped” if you don't open these blasted gates just know there is still room next to the others.”

“You heard Lord Elgar’nan open the gate and let the out.”the sentinel demanded, they stood there watching the iron bars slowly raise. Daere realized looking at the tall overgrown trees.’we must be close to the arbor wilds.’

“Come on, we don’t have much time to waste.You can trust her to be back here as soon as the sun hits those treelines?”Elgar’nan inquired,Dirtheman replied”if she is on her own chances are you will have more than a few red glowing rocks bothering your people but she can make quick work of things if nothing was holding her back.”

‘Thank you for finally realizing.’Daere thought, she stood there feeling his hands mess with the crasp of the collar, upon it loosing from her neck. Elgar’nan inquired"Your still using that thing?"

"It has proven to be useful on Anaris."Dirtheman explained,Elgar’nan remarked”true but I cannot help but notice the inscriptions seem different than his."

“Would you like me to go ahead and make certain the path is clear for the two of you, the last time things were sad to be in the clear I nearly died because of a misuse of an ice spell.”Daere tried to keep her voice steady, Dirtheman replied” go then, but don't be summoning any of those demons do you hear?”

“Woof”Daere mocked slightly walking past, realizing ‘Elgar’nan really doesn’t have any interested taking care of any threats, so chances are he is taking this time to observe my skills. I might consider not showing him to much will figuring out if there are any weak spots here.’

“Daere, don’t your behavior from before if there is any trouble don't engage.”Dirtheman ordered, Daere waved her hand in the air, wondering’ this must be what rock bottom looks like, is there even a way to redeem myself after?Probably not unless I allow each innocent lives a chance to cut open my skull.’

“Hello what is this?” Daere muttered, her eyes resting on a fresh set of wolf print.Looking back she noticed the two lost in their conversation, not wanting to disturb them Daere used her bare feet to scrape up the dirt covering the trail.Thinking ‘I know my history of following random tracks have been against my odds, but if it is one of them and they are hurt I should do something.’

“ Dirtheman has hand a hand helping them often, is that why he had allowed me some freedom?”Daere muttered, carefully stepped over a low hanging branch.Feeling the doubt creeping within her heart, she wondered ‘ or maybe he has gotten fed up and wanted me to lead them only to proclaim his own innocent?’

“ I can’t keep moving forward if that is what he is expecting, that has to be the plan.”Daere muttered, stopping in her tracks she stared at the ground.Resting her hand on her forehead, Daere murmured” I need to...I have to, even if it is against what Dirtheman had told me.The wisp would find out, but what if they catch me?”

“You really do not pay attention to your surroundings, do you?”Solas voice inquired behind her, Daere turned around.Softly she asked”Where have you been, the others have been looking for you.”

“You must have me confused for the Fen’Harel from this world.”he replied, Daere remarked,”If you are not him, why are you here?I thought you were to busy planning to bring your own universe to an end.”

“I had to see for myself of this place you spoke of, upon seeing them alive made me remember why my world needed to be cleansed.Why have you allowed your service to them after I told you to end him?”Solas demanded,Daere replied” I plan to in my own time, but we need his help getting rid of the others.”

“Dirtheman would never turn his back against them.”Solas growled, Daere replied”Maybe not in your world but this one, I believe he is set to end Elgar’nan.It would take a lot of work to convince him to focus on the others.But I don't know once the time comes how I would be able to get rid of him, Taliesin believes my plan will fail but I don't know what else to do.”

“Mythal is alive isn't she?”Solas inquired, Daere answered”from what I heard yes, but Dirtheman, he isn't giving me much time to even send a message to them.”

“You will have your chance, Daere correct?”Solas inquired,Daere replied”My name hasn't changed since the last time we saw each other.”

“ You should really consider changing it if you do decided to run.”Solas stated, Daere tilted her head slightly, inquiring”Why would I run?”

“Because from what I have seen with each passing universes, that name brings nothing more but a curse.The Daere I knew before I brought up the fade, she was an abomination. A despair demon had bonded with her, even if she could summon up ice weapons to cover her tracks sometimes I wonder if it was part of her own downfall.”Solas told her, Daere picked up her pace, bit by bit small traces of red lyrium started to appear. Inquiring”certainly she wasn’t that bad.”

“When we met, she seemed to naive for her own good. And when I had talked to her, she seemed just as lost as I had once been.My biggest regret was how I treated her when she did her best fighting against them”He admitted, Daere looked at him, softly she asked”how?”

“My concern was to find Mythal after seeing what they had done, sometimes I wonder if I tried we could have gotten our revenge if I took that few moments to help her.A few years before I had woken up, I had made another mistake against a dear friend because he had failed to give me the key to the eluvian.”Solas admitted,Daere muttered”just listening to you I don’t think my own actions would be an improvement, but would I be considered a hypocrite?”

“What do you mean?”he asked, Daere replied” I feel so conflicted, I want all of this to end but to do that people will have to die. I feel I am so lost if I do by miracle pull through would the others hate me for it?My mind is feeling like it is at war with itself, and I just don't know what to do.”

“Do what you know needs to be done for you and the others, even if they get angry if they are truly there for you they would understand.”Solas replied,Daere wondered ’somehow getting that type of advice from someone ready to tear the world apart is bad, but then after these past few nights who wouldn't."

“We should be parting ways.”Solas voice broke through, Daere nodded.Standing there watching him disappearing into the forest, she rests her hands on her elbows. A bird cried out in a distance as she looked around, wondering ’His plan might not be the best one but it did work for a time or had it?’

“Where the fucking hell are those damn rocks?”Daere growled looking around trying to focus on the task at hand, slowly she realized ‘ so far to my knowledge they havent even bothered looking for me, this could be a chance to seek out one of the out post but wouldnt Dirtheman expect that from me?’

“If he does do i really want to risk the others?” Daere inquired to herself, a faint glow shimmered further down the path.Looking around for any signs of life, she stated making her way to the red lyrium vein “only time will tell if Taliesin was right or I should take his example.”

“Good job finding the main vein, now get to work.”Elgar’nan growled,Daere looked up above her to find the two standing over a rock formation/Wondering ‘ how long they have been around, the important question did they see him?”

“ Of course.” Daere replied, she turned her attention back to the red lyrium vein, outstretching her hand the light purple mist danced upon her fingertips.Thinking’ as much destruction I have done, it is good to see there is some good coming out of this.’

“Dirtheman you wouldn’t know anything about a black dog, would you?”Daere could hear Elgar’nan inquire, Dirtheman answered” but what means what type of black dog?You know fully well both Fen’Harel and Daerth’nal had black mutt summons.”

“Yes, there has been reports of one hitting caravans close to Wycome. I need a report of what is happening.”Elgar’nan stated, Dirtheman remarked, “ I think we can manage, I understand that was the real reason you have left your people there.”

“I adore the way she handle things, but I have already pointed out my concerns.”Elgar’nan remarked, Daere contured to watch the mist licking at the stones form, slowly pieces started to melt of the body.She lowered her hand, closing her eyes thinking ‘it take much to turn towards them, it will take them some time but Dirtheman wouldn’t be happy.I know from what Anthony had told me, once Dirtheman is able to find another body he will let out his own rage.”

“What is the matter?”Dirtheman growled, Daere turn to face them, admitting “ I don't know if this is enough, when I had used my abilities for my own gain it was to make certain the living subject spirit energy was eaten inside out and among other things.”

“ I am certain you have done well.” Dirtheman stated, Daere nodded thinking ‘even if he is a bitter man, it is nice hearing some words of encouragement.’

“ Do you think you can find the next one?”Elgar’nan Inquired, replying softly Daere answered”it shouldn’t be an issue, but it will take me longer if I am not allowed to use my methods.I know how important it is that we return soon”

“Do what you need to.”Elgar’nan replied, holding her palm out,she asked” do either of you have a blade I can use, if you don't trust me I can use either of your blood but then it would be harder to connect with whatever may appear.”

“No tricks.”Dirtheman growled, reaching to the side.Carefully he walked down the sloped path pulling a small blade from his pocket, patiently Daere waited with her wrists exposed.He reached out and yanked her hand further.Resting the tip on her skin, Dirtheman paused glancing slightly up at her, to her surprise he pulled the blade back,stating softly “ we have plenty of time without having you to resort to such measures."

"It would have been interesting seeing how a veneration summoned the awful creatures, could we use it to our advantage if she is having trouble with her summon?"Elgar’nan inquired,Dirtheman tightened his grip.Turning to face Elgar’nan, he replied"you know as well as I do nothing good comes from getting help from those demons."

"True, but I do look forward to seeing the look on their faces when they realize we are using one of their own."Elgar’nan stated,Dirtheman remarked yanking her hand sharply to the side."they already know or have you forgotten that woman already?"

"No,but after witnessing you allowing her to weigh in on a prisoner, I was a bit curious how much control you have allowed your lath."Elgar’nan stated, Dirtheman growled "enough to keep her quiet and happy."

'Honestly I don't believe you even comprehend how to make anyone happy.'Daere clenched her teeth together,breathing out slowly she spoke softly"forgive me but i believe we are killing daylight, is there more or are we heading back?"

"It wouldn't hurt to check."Elgar’nan remarked,she felt a tingle brush against her skin watching Elgar’nan turn his back.Growling Dirtheman threaten"Don't even or all will be lost."

"Bite me."Daere grumbled, slightly storming past him she could feel his gaze drilling at the back of her head.

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Hold still”Ghilan'nain growled, she rolled her eyes as Daere shifted her body, feeling the cool silk touching her damp skin.The servant contured to fiddle with the belt, Anduril busted out laughing, remarking “This is too funny.”

“Do I really need to wear this?”Daere inquired feeling uneasy, Ghilan'nain remarked walking towards them, she placed her hand under her chin, remarking“You wouldn't want to stick out in front of the others do you?”

“ I guess not, but this is a little much for me ”Daere replied,moving her head from Ghilan'nain grasp.Not holding back her annoyance, Ghilian growled “Then stand still."

"I am telling you no matter what you put her in, she will still stand out."Anduril remark not hiding her joy, Sylaise growled walking in."Lay off Anduril."

"How can i?You can't seriously be ok with her making her way as one of us after everything she has done."Anduril demanded,Daere wondered staring at the floor ’She is right, but I never held a knife to Dirtheman throat asking for this. I just need to stay focus and hope for the best, hopefully he doesn’t suspect anything '

"Don't listen to her, she is just mad you took her place. Alright let us see, i don't think we can do much to cover most of these scars, Sylaise what do you think?.Don’t tell me these are self inflicted." Ghilan'nain remarked, Sylaise stopped by, softly Daere admitted"Most of them are, others are from not being able to find any healers in time after a conflict."

"Seems i need to give Dirtheman an earful later." Syliase muttered brushing back a strand of Daeres damp hair that had nestled against her neck, she paused, slowly admitting "I already warned him the price he would be paying if he wants to keep her."

"Your the one to encourage this wreck?" Anduril demanded, Daere could feel the air suddenly change, she looked towards the direction to find Andruil gripping her seat tightly.Sylaise turned around calmly explaining "It has been what feels like ages since i got to perform any weddings since you are aware those left in the alienage are forbidden to call upon us, besides myself and Dirtheman believe if one of us had married one of them we could finally bring this silly feud to rest. It had to be her, hopefully one day you would realize I am right."

"Was there not something similar happen to Mythal?" Ghilan'nain inquired,Syliase explained"Close, but the two never went past then friends, even if Fen’Harel had feelings for her Elgar'nan made his move.I was surprised when he came to myself and June, asking to perform their bonding"

“I say seeing how that ended you should you should have declined.” Andirul remark,the tension in the room eased as she started to sit back.Sylaise explained turning to face Daere, tugging gently on the bottom of her blouse.”Just because they failed that doesn’t mean Dirtheman will have that repeat, have some faith.”

“Stop being lazy and get that.”Anduril sharp voice filled the room, Daere listened to the soft footsteps as the servant made their way towards the door, it didn't take long for Dirteman remarked“ you ladies have been taking long as usual, so I thought I would make certain she hadn't tried anything.”

“She hasn’t spoken much other then complain about the outfit.”Ghilan'nain admitted,Anduril inquired getting up“Sylaise are you planning to watch?”

“Why would I want to watch you cut open someone back just to spread out their lungs?Really you should leave Daere here with us, the way you guys dragged her in I think she had her fill of violence for the day.”Sylaise nearly growled,Daere replied dryly,“It would be much appreciated, if I don’t watch”

“Give me a moment alone with her.”Dirtheman growled glaring at her, Daere slowly made her way towards him, feeling her eyes starting to harden.Before Sylaise could open her mouth as Daere reached the doorway, Dirtheman yanked her out of the room by the arm, swiftly closing the door behind her.Threatening he muttered turning his attention to her “What game are you planning now.”

“You need me to investigate Elgar’nan layout, so don't you think I should stay behind?.”Daere inquiring calmly, brushing her off Dirtheman quietly demanded “What did happen when you walked away from us?”

“If you want my honesty I had came across the Fen’Harel doppelganger, he has been hanging around this place for a while now it seems.”Daere admitted,Dirtheman pressed“Interesting, did he say what he wanted”
“He didn't believe me when I told him the fade was still connected to our world.”Daere replied, feeling Dirtheman loosening his grip, he muttering“I will have someone change the key to that eluvian once I get the chance.”

“ but why?He left as far to my knowledge”Daere stated,Dirthamen demanded“Can you imagine if anymore brings start popping here without my control, i didnt get rid of one Fen’Harel just so another one can come take his place."

"Dirtheman, what did you do."Daere quietly hissed, Dirtheman stared back at her with emptiness in his eyes.Answering as if into the void"What i had to, he found out that day they attack and I wasn't going to lose to him.As long as he is gone Mythal will not act against me, now enough talk before someone overhears us."

"Dirtheman how mad are you? The survivors need him, isn't it enough I am still here?"Daere found herself demanding,Dirtheman hissed"I got a glance what this doppelganger has done, if I have allowed him to roam what chances are there ours wouldn’t do the same?"

"He won't the Fen’Harel here doesn’t seem like the type who would, in his world I am dead and treating him like this would increase the chances of ours to act so rash.”Daere whispered, Dirtheman explained unmoved"Your aware if he slips up we both will fall with them, I stand with my decision.”

"Dirtheman this is your last warning."Daere sneered, her voice starting to rise.Without looking they could hear footsteps approaching, without turning his head Dirtheman demanded "You there come here."

"Yes Lord Dirtheman?"Faelin voice spoke up with weary,Dirtheman ordered"She is exhausted from being out there, could you escort her back and let Amon know to leave her in her room?"

"Of course."Faelin remarked softly,Syliase opened the door and poked her head out.Stating sharply"Dirtheman i had offered her to stay, you cannot keep isolating her and expecting her behavior to change."

"Very well, just send someone if she starts getting out of hand."Dirtheman muttered bitterly,Daere quickly strode over to Sylaise, hearing his footsteps walk away.Sylaise remarked"Don't mind him, I bet he is taking it hard losing Mythal."

'Pretty certain readers would agree with me for once, when i say he isn't shedding a tear for Mythal condition.'Daere thought indifferently, shifting her attention towards the table, she watched as one of Ghilan'nain servants pour from a silver pitcher,softly she replied trying to protest "I don’t…”

“You must have worked hard the past few days, relax.”Sylaise remarked walking back in the room, Daere stood there, realizing. ‘It would pointless to say anything.’

“Sylaise should we be concerned she might be infected, she was after all out there touching that dreadful red lyrium .What would happen if she goes ballistic like Andruil did?"Ghilan'nain asked, Sylaise admitted turning to face Daere“I don't see why she should be, when I check her after Eva reported in.There was barely a sign she even had contracted it.”

‘Can this get even more annoying?’ Daere wondered,Ghilan'nain snapped“Why don’t you straighten up?If you plan to even be around us start acting like it.”

“Sorry, I won't lie it will take me awhile to get used to this.”Daere murmured keeping her gaze down,Ghilan'nain snapped“I don't see the big issue, when Anduril recognize my talent she had no choice but to pre claim me as one of them.”

“ I have heard the stories, but I could never live up to any of you.”Daere stated, slowly she lifted her gaze as Sylaise commented“Maybe there was a time you would have been able to, it must have been horrible having to be held down by Mythal’s followers like that.”

"Even worse any father would suggest it.”Ghilan'nain sneered slight taking a sip, Daere growled“Could we please change the subject.”

“Of course, it was inconsiderate that I had brought it up.Can I ask what you used to do for fun?Certainly you have done something other then traveling.”Sylaise inquired,Daere stared at her not certain she heard the question right.Thinking'fun? Have I done more than just watched others?’

“There has to be something”Ghilan'nain pressed the question shifting in her spot,Daere admitted“Even when I started taking up assignments, it was better not to get involved with others. But those days before Darcy died,we snuck in just so he could met up with someone. I can’t help but enjoy putting on the masks, attending your parties were fun. It gave me a chance to see the real faces that people hide.”

“You sound like you are going to be fun company.”Ghilan'nain grumbled,Sylaise answered clasping her hands together"You don't have to be on edge, oh dear look at you putting wrinkles in your blouse.I might have you come with me in fact,if your not going to touch anything why don't we head back?"

"Sylaise probably not the best idea since Dirtheman seems like he already almost lost it in the halls."Ghilan'nain admitted,Sylaise remarked,"He is going to have to learn how he needs to be treating women if he doesn't expect his place burning to the ground again."

"Again?"Daere inquired in shock,Syliase explained"There might have been some issues between him and Anduril over some territory matters."

"Why would there be any issues? I mean I thought him and Elgar’nan where the only ones having any conflict?"Daere asked,Sylaise started to walk past her, explaining"It is normal for friends to fight each other, but not like this.Recently it seems even the smallest matter would set them off, or put them on the edge"

"What about you?"Daere asked, keeping close behind her, Sylaise stated"Personally i try to avoid it, my people are stuck healing the others just so they could pick up arms again."'What is she playing at?’Daere wondered studying Sylaise from behind,Sylaise remark as if reading her mind"I don't know what that man has been filling your head with, but rest assured i hate it but i do try to make the best of it. "

"Forgive me."Daere blurted quietly,Sylaise conture her lecture"I cannot begin to imagine the pain and suffering you had to endure, but if it does bring you any comfort Dirtheman is trying to fix what his unstable sentinel had done."

'Sadly if only that was true.'Daere thought noticing they had approached one of the eluvain's,a sentinel with an image of a bear resting upon the first of his breastplate stepped over to them.Demanding slightly ``I know I shouldn't ask, but where are you taking her?"

"I am taking her back with me."Sylaise calmly explained,the sentinel calmly stated"Lady Sylaise, it is advised you reconsider this and allow me to take her back to Lord Dirtheman if you insist on leaving."

"Relax, I got to talking to Dirtheman and he reassured me she is harmless.Any demons that might happen to pop up will be taken care of, and by judging looking at the black rings around her eyes i don't see i would have any trouble."Sylaise stated out of frustration,The sentinel started to protest "But Lord Dirtheman…"

"Well understand."Sylaise growled,Daere inquired "Are you not afraid of what i would do?"

"You might be able to rattle the others,but I know a thing or two.Beside i do want to conceal some of those scars if possible."Sylaise explained, Daere nodded her head, walking past.The surface of the mirror felt cool against her skin as she walked through.The suns rays quickly blinded hitting her eyes, raising her arm it took Daere a moment to see elven people working in a field.The smell of the mixed herbs filled her nostrils, causing her to wonder ‘What is this place?Are we on the ground, judging by the feel of the air’s pressure no.’

“Oh no, you cannot be here.”Eva panicked voice rang out,Sylaise calmly stated behind Daere.‘Relax Eva, just go get the cream mixture please.”

“Yes Lady Sylaise.”Eva replied weakly, feeling a gently touch.Daere turned to face Sylaise.Looking down at her arm, she watched the painted mark starting to fade.Before she could even ask, Sylaise explained “I worked with Dirtheman and Myhal when we came across your people, so it isn't surprised i have picked up a thing or two but a word of advice try and stay away from the others while they are using their full power or they will find out.”

“So that is another thing you know?”Daere asked dryly,she wondered’ i thought the ‘god of secrets’ knows how to keep his mouth shut.’

“I stood by Mythal and Dirtheman with the decision trying to understand your peoples gifts,June was as well until someone kept breaking the eluvians, that was when he sided with the others.”Syliase explained,turning her attention past Daere, Eva remarked,”Because how many we have been receiving, this is all that is left. I already told them to make some more so you wouldn’t have to Lady Sylaise.”

“Very good Eva.” Sylaise replied, taking the small jar from her, she turns to Daere remarking gently”This is going to sting a bit but it should help hopefully for some of those scars of yours, when you do return try to be l.Even if I grow my own herbs, it does take a few weeks before I am able to get around making more.”

“I understand.”Daere replied,Sylaise nodded, muttering as she dipped her fingers into the jar”Good to know you won't be giving me any grief with you stay here.”

“ I am assuming there is a reason you wont allow me to do this myself?”Daere inquired, standing there she looked past Sylaise as developed under her eye.Carefully she asked” did you agree Mythal deserve what happened?”

“Yes and no, da’len.I had respected what she had done to curb the abuse but after awhile even I had to admit it was getting out of hand.Before our servants had started to vanish, she would hold a trial even if the others didn't follow through on their end.Then it was the secret meeting she had Fen’harel to hold with the veneration, certain you have heard others talk about it?”

“It has been a while since I even heard anyone talk about his relationship with them.”Daere admitted, Syliase moved her hand away, asking "how have you been feeling lately? Do i need to send someone back with you?"

"What do you mean?" Daere inquired, watching as Sylaise hand the jar back to Eva, she explained "usually by now the bride sometimes start having some type of sign she is expecting."

"Expecting?" Daere repeated slowly, realizing ' she must be talking about kids, dammit what is with these people? I guess I need to let the cat out of the bag.'

"I am talking about have you been experiencing any morning sickness, nit being able to control you magick that well." Sylaise replied, Eva remarked "lady Sylaise she never had that much control when Fen'Harel found her. Speaking of which, shouldn't Lord Dirtheman be concerned that she might be carrying.."

"I can't have kids, so could you both please drop the idea and getting your hopes up." Daere blurted, Eva and Sylaise slowly turned to look at Daere. Choking on her words, she explained "I know both of you think I am making this up, but it is partly why I fight recklessly because I know even if I did want any it won't happen."

"Oh dear." Sylaise muttered, Daere breathed fiercely through her nostrils feeling her face grew red from embarrassment mixed with shame, Eva uttered "Lady Sylaise, what do you plan to do? You can't consider telling Lord Dirtheman this."

"It will be alright." Sylaise replied, lowering her eyes Daere listened to Sylaise order "Go get Lord Dirtheman and let him know this is important,he will have to pass overseeing the prisoners execution this time."

"Yes lady Sylaise." Eva calmly replied, closing her eyes, Daere thought' this isn't going to end too well, not after knowing what he is expected of me. '

"We will work through this."Sylaise reassured, Daere glanced up, thinking to herself angrily ' honestly i think i prefer you don't, if i wanted it done i would have found someone else and not for these reasons. '

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'Even if it is the villages lights, being up here is breath taking.Could this be the reason they kept themselves away from the other?Can't be all true with as many enemies they have gathered down there, and Solas…'Daere mind froze as pain shot through her body, turning her head sharply to the side, she muttered " this was never about Solas, he was another mistake.."

``I could say the same about Craven.'Daere wondered,slowly lifting her head up.She stared at the endless stars barely feeling the cold air against her cheeks, wondering 'it shouldn't take this long to decide if i stay or not, what is taking Dirtheman?'

"You should know better how dangerous it would be out on the edge like that." Gaeroid familiar voice stated close beside her, Daere closed her eyes slowly.Breathing in slowly she lowered her head, feel uneasy listening to him approach.Opening her eyes Daere could see the steam of her breath release into the cold night, turning her head. She faced him, thinking bitterly' has this clown not learn his lesson the last time he fucked with me?'

"What do you want?" Daere demanded turning to face him, she tilted her ear to the side allowing strands of her hair danced in the slow breeze.Her heart nearly stopped seeing three sentinels that followed.Watching him pause a few feet from her, Daere wondered 'with two of them here, do I dare defend myself?No, if I plan to succeed then I need to conture to do whatever i can to survive.'

"Gaeroid, what are you doing, you know what will happen if we are involved or have you forgotten what happen to the others?a woman's voice remarked under her helmet,Gaeroid smirked, without looking back at his companions he answered"Me?I am not going to do anything, but the veneration here is going to have an accident."

'Veneration?That is right because Hazel people are considered dead, they only see me as Daenth'nal 'uncleansed' daughter. 'Daere realized, turning completely to face him.She listened to him conture."we are going to tell them that she was in so much grief over Fen'Harel death, that we witnessed her leap forward tragically before i tried to stop her."

"You know Dirtheman won't buy that bullshit, right?"Daere answered calmly, softly she added"I thought by now after running you in with your own blade you would wise up and leave me alone, but it seems I must use drastic measures. "

"You won't be doing much of anything,Pandora might not have got into to much detail before Mical had her isolated but i know you abilities have their limitations unlike us."Gaeroid growled,Daere stared at him, wondering feeling panic kick in 'if he knows, how many of the others know as well?No matter,i just need to buy some time.'

"So?Even if I have a bit of trouble with spells that does not mean I can't summon some demons here to fight for me."Daere remarked, thinking 'As far as I am from the void's connection from here, should i be able too?'

"Do it then."Gaeroid demanded, Daere studied him, her eyes drifted to the others realizing. 'he knows something I don't, the only reason they're calm about this is there is a chance someone might have tried and failed.'

"Well?"Gaeroid pressed, Daere opened her mouth only to close it.Muttering bitterly Gaeroid stepped forward"just as I thought, your not as tough as you thought."

“What seems to be the issue here?”Faelin voice rang out close by, the sentinels turned their heads.They quickly moved out of his way as Gaeroid stopped, keeping his eyes on her, he inquired calmly “Faelin you wouldn’t mind turning your back to this?”

'Where are they?'Daere wondered, her eyes shifted towards the other end of the towers. Sentinels from the far end stopped from their duties, they watched from a distance as Faelin came within the clearing.Crossing his arms over the front of his breastplate,Faelin inquired “That depends, what are you planning to do?”

‘Lovely, I know Gearoid has a reason but Faelin too?’Daere wondered keeping her ground,listening to Gaeroid snapped “What does it look like I am going to do?She is the reason why I can barely use my hand, or have you forgotten about the hole she left?”

“I haven’t forgotten, but attacking her would be the same as attack Lord Dirtheman or any of the others. I don't think Lady Sylaise or Lord June would disagree if I do step in, consider your next course of actions wisely.”Faelin remarked,Gearod imploded“You can help me, I know you have an issue with her as well.”

“Be as it may, we do have our laws, if you insist to pursue this then you will force my hand.”Faelin threatened,Gearoid blurted hateful causing Daere raises a brow“ Faelin I have wasted enough time and silver helping Pandora get those mercenary group to stop that ceremony."

“Faelin have Gearoid brought down to the dungeon until we are able to figure out what to do with him, I think there has been enough bloodshed for one day."Sylaise groaned in disgust, those that had followed Gearoid quickly placed their fist over their breastplate as Dirtheman and Sylaise walked past.Geariod face hardened, listening to Dirtheman state"I knew we missed one of the traitors, are you certain you don't want me to take him off your hands?"

"It is alright Dirtheman, besides i know June would rather have him re educated."Sylaise replied waving her hand slightly in the air,Faelin nodded his head.Turning his attention back to Gearoid, he inquired"You know each way this will end."

'Did he just use me as bait?'Daere wondered,Gearoid threatened “Lady Sylaise, I will not apologize for trying to get rid of her but Lord June had trusted me for my judgement.There isn't something right with this elven woman…"

"That is enough, I will not hear anymore coming from you it will take time but this war between our people will end without those demons ever seeing the light of day ever again.But you should think how your going to make up for this discretion."Sylaise growled,Gaeroid muttered being lead away"your going to regret keeping her alive, once a veneration always a veneration."

"Am I allowed to know what you have decided?"Daere inquired softly,Sylaise growled "Dirtheman, I really want you to think about what we talked about."

"I have, I still stand by my decision.Who knows how many more we had missed? And with the eluvians starting to get unstable i don't need her vanishing off into another alter reality again just being in your care"Dirtheman replied,Sylaise turned her attention towards the sentinels, snapping"you have work to do now do it."

"Yes lady Sylaise."a female voice muttered nervously,softly Daere remarked choking on her words, watching them scrabble"having you guys step in, i guess isn't bad."

"I am going to assume that is your way of saying thank you."Sylaise replied,Dirtheman stated wrapping his hand on Daere arm tightly" I know you mean well Sylaise, but I fear if Amon doesn't report she has returned to me.Elgar'nan will suspect you as well."

"If i convince Elgar'nan to give it a rest, could you consider it?"Sylaise inquired,slightly the pressure from his grip lightened, seemingly agreeing " i think about."

"Somehow asking me what i want is out of the question?"Daere inquired dryly, slowly Dirtheman turned to face her.Answering roughly"we both know how you answer."

"You two must be tired,Dirtheman your room is ready she can head onto the bed if you wish to head back."Sylaise offered,quickly she added" Now I know what might be crossing your mind but my sentinels are trained to handle anything she might decide to do."

"I had thought so too until she had murdered Nimue," Dirtheman calmly stated, Daere snapped, yanking her arm away from him. "That has been months, and your still holding that against me? You couldn't honestly believe i was going to just lay there while you tool your sweet ass time."

"If you had not demonstrated the way you had, you wouldn't have so many issues." Dirtheman growled, quietly the two could hear Sylaise order "Eva, could you please take Daere to their room. And tell Elgar'nan i would like an audience with him would you."

"That isn't you call." Dirtheman growled,Sylaise quickly threatened "either she stays until we figure out how the both of you don't decide to slit each other's throat, or so help me i will cut off you herb supply, forcing you to try and find what you need in the sorry state thedas is in."

"If she stays, you will need this." Dirtheman relented bitterly, he slid his hand down to his side, pausing as Sylaise touched him. Shaking her head, she remarked, "I am not taking Mythal place, but how do you expect things to change if you keep doing this?"

"She has to earn it, even if you know this." Dirtheman replied, shaking his arm he completely pulled, the dark leathered collar from his pocket. Muttering under her breath, Daere could hear Sylaise state "i really wish you wouldn't be so comfortable humiliating her like this."

"If there are anymore, you will thank me in the long run." Dirtheman stated, Daere tilted her head slightly, feeling the familiar roughness against her skin.Freeing her hair from underneath the collar,Dirtheman grumbled"I better not hear you have been stirring up problems when I get back."

"You know you don't have to lecture me like a child."Daere shot back, watching Dirtheman eyes harden she could feel a gentle hand pulling her away from between the two.Barely as she followed Eva,Dirtheman sneered"I really hope you know what you are doing."

"If I had helped Ghilan'nain break from her nasty habit after Anduril declared her one of us, it shouldn't be that difficult teaching one of them how your to act like us since she wasn't raised in those dreadful mines."Sylaise explained, Eva quickly let go of Daere, complaining softly"i swear the others were never this bad, but you.What the fucking hell does Craven see?"

"I have been questioning that since day one."Daere replied,Eva turned to glanced at her, responding softly"you need to start having more self control if you don't want to end up like the others.It wouldn't surprise me if Lord Dirtheman gets tired of you and arranges and accident soon after everything falls into place."

"This won't 'fall into place like you're hoping, Eva."Daere reply, lowering her head Eva sighed.Admitting softly"Your probably right, but that doesn't stop any of us from hoping just maybe for once we will get a break.Dirtheman seemed too calm when Sylaise told him what you confessed to us."

"Wait what did you say?"Daere stopped in her tracks,staring at her Eva turned to face her.Inquiring"Certainly your ears are not dumb down too, or are they?"

"You didn't address those two like you normally did, why?"Daere demanded,Eva blinked.With a sigh she replied"Would it matter?Some of us just let it go once we are out of their earshot,besides do you really don't use your brain of yours and question if my brother serves under Fen'Harel how else are they able to get half of those supplies they needed?"

"Did you just confess that your working for him?"Daere inquired, staring at her in disbelief,Eva replied glancing around"it really isn't something to be talking about out in the open, but if you need a straight answer yes. Unfortunately we haven't been able to do much since his disappearance, there have been sightings but no one has been able to get close."

"That is because that isn't him, well it is just not the one that belongs here...do you know what i am saying?"Daere explained,Eva remarked softly"Oddly enough i do, Dirtheman has been messing with time travel spells to much it wouldn't surprise me the effects are starting to take its toll."

"Can I ask, what would happen if our worlds do collide?"Daere inquired,Eva closes her eyes, shaking her head she answered"pray that day never comes, if it does this world will be thrown into chaos."

"And you don't think it already is?"Daere demanded,Eva looked at her.A chill ran through Daere spine as she listened to Eva explain coldly"Even you are not this stupid and not know what will happen, millions of people will die.Those are suppose to be alive cannot live if the alter selves exists on the same plane, people who have had families or loved ones lost over the ages suddenly appear will cause disorientation to those who don't understand what is going on."

"I know what you mean, when we had accidently arrived in a parallel world the Solas there seemed a bit upset.I would hate to see that in a massive scale."Daere admitted,Eva nodded her head, remarking in agreement"Indeed, truth be told I fear Dirtheman may use that method to alter your timeline a little soon if things don't go his way.Who knows how much that would tear at the fabric of our reality, or whose minds it might tear apart. "

"What makes you think this?"Daere inquired, sparking her curiosity.Eva shook her head, muttering"it is nothing you need to worry about I am certain this is nothing more than false fears, besides we should keep moving before they spot us still out here."

'How would he be able to change my past?'Daere wondered staring at the backside of Eva blonde hair as she started to walk towards the great hall,without seeing if she was following Eva shouted"I meant it, or do you need me to start calling you' Lady'..."

"Don't you dare start up with that trash." Daere snapped picking up her pace,once she had reached the entrance an overwhelming smell took hold.There was no denying, under the dry fragment of sandalwood death lingered.Faintly she could hear coughing behind one of the closed doors, softly she could hear a male voice state"We are going to have to let Lady Sylaise know, Lord Falon'Din will need to gather the dead."

"I did the best I could, but there are too many of you suffering."a young voice could be heard whimpering,increasing her pace Daere made her way past Eva.Stopping in front of the door, Eva warned"you don't want to see what is going on in there."

"Try me."Daere growled turning the knob, throwing the door open.Her eyes went wide seeing the bloodstain sheets covering the floor.A sentinel moved slowly towards, speaking softly"this room isn't safe, if you looking for lady Sylaise…"

"It is alright she is one of them, in fact Daere is the late bloomer i told you about."Eva explained, the elven woman paused.Swiftly she pressed her fist lightly on her breastplate, marveling"I am the second in command of Lady Sylaise army, Delilah ."

"Such a cheerful tone for someone standing in a room filled with people dieing."Daere remarked, eyeing Delilah with concern .She turned to Eva, inquiring"Why is she here anyways?"

"It seems she needs more then Lord Dirtheman help."Eva remarked,Daere slowly walked past her.She could see the familiar faint mist hovering over the infected, passing another as they covered a body, shaking their heads. Daere eyes passover the elven woman she assumed had cried out, her hands over her face.A faint sobbing could be heard while she muttered "I tried...why can't i save them?"

"You can save them all."Daere acknowledged standing by her side,she knelt down and rested her hand over the dead elven man eyelids.Gently used the tips of her fingers, Daere close his eyes, listening to the young elven woman beside her muttered"but this is my fault, if i had done what he had ordered.This man would still be alive."

" This isn't your fault, whoever developed this curse to begin with is the one to be blamed."Daere growled softly, staring at the angry glowing red veins. Eva voice ring out "Daere, i didn't bring you in so you could interfere in here."

"Do you think it is wise to call her by the name they gave her down there?"Delilah inquired out of curiosity, Eva explained weakly"If I call her by other means, she will chew me out."

"Oh dear."Delilah could be heard remarking,feeling numb Daere wondered 'how much information is Dirtheman truly holding back from the others? One would figured as old as this disease is and how much he knows about these people, Dirtheman should have had already found a way to stop this before it had spread.'

"Get back in here."a rough male voice demanded,Daere turned towards the commotion in time to witness the elven woman fall to the floor.Sobbing uncontrollably she began to scream."I can't take this, let me go."

"Enough."Daere felt the words slip past, she glared at the sentinel gripping the elven woman by the arm.Wasting no time she demanded"How dare you treat her like this, can't you see she is at her breaking point?If she wants to leave then let her, but give her time to pull herself together before she has to come back here."

"Who the hell do you think you are?"the sentinel demanded, feeling the collar starting to burn against her neck.Daere widen her eyes, challenging him"i really hope that was a joke. "

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"I thought for certain he was going to lose his cool last night up there." Quietly Daere could hear a woman whisper close by, she contured to tighten the billet strap to her saddle, listening to another mutter"Lady Sylaise did warn us about her, the thing i don't understand how can someone so violate act like they give a damn?'"

"Sickening i say." The first remarked sharply as they walked by,Daere could feel the warm nearing afternoon sun beating against her shoulders.Running her palm against the seat jockey, Eva voice stated behind her"You really dont do yourself any favors."

"And you think i should care? I have tried to be on their level, but living like that feels like a false reality. The hated the harbor towards each other, is nauseating to say the least." Daere replied, slowly she turned to face her, her gaze fall upon a small hare.Realizing her mistake, Daere thought' shows how much I know about their sigils.'

"And how you act is any better?" Eva slightly snapped,Daere remarked sharply, stepping towards her "I never said I was perfect but at least I am honest, why are you even talking to me anyways?"

"We need your help."Eva hesitatingly asked, watching her shift her attention, Daere remarked " No you don't, what possible thing do you need my help with if you think i am such a problem?Or was that a lie?"

"Felassan had lead a small group of the inquisitor's soldiers and they have figured out the location Fen'Harel might be trapped,there was no one guarding the eluvian but the thing is Dirtheman has it well warded." Eva explained, Daere stared at her coldly.Feeling the numbness surrounding her body, she answered "No."

"No? Daere he is there because of you, don't you want to do something about it?"Eva demanded,watching as Dirtheman stopped at the gates.Daere kept her voice leveled " Fen'Harel isn't my problem, he never was. If he just stayed out of the way this wouldn't have happened to begin with.I can't help you, don't ask me this again or I will let Dirtheman know what you have been up too if he doesn't already know already.Besides i thought you would be happy i am trying to 'play my part', now excuse me "

"You can't leave him down there."Eva muttered starting to ball her hands into a first, keeping her gaze forward.Daere walked past, making her way over to him. Dirtheman wasted no time stating"I see you haven't repeated anything, yet"

"I figured you would have returned by now, after all you do have a place of your own to run" Daere replied, stopping inches from his grasp.Stepping from the shadows, he raised his arm, resting his palm against her cheek. Using his thumb, Dirtheman stroke gently as he replied"You know why i am here."

'What does he want this time?' Daere wonder,feeling his hand move away.Dirtheman remarked "I have something for you."

"Forgive me for not being thrilled." Daere remarked dryly, watching him pull a brass bracelet,she studied the birdlike design.Something glistening caught her attention, the stones in the eyes didn't seem normal.It took her a moment to realize 'that is not any crystal from the earth, but the fade stone...why would he?'

"Since Sylaise is allowing you time with those filthy shemlens, i had asked Falon'Din to create this.If something were to happen or you need to find your way back, just find any working mirror." Dirtheman explained,Daere looked up at him and stared, thinking 'Shocking he went to these lengths, just another leash i would guess.'

"Thank you but there is no need for any gifts seeing that it does make you uncomfortable." Daere stated, resting her hand over his she bent his fingers over it.Dirtheman growled "What makes me uncomfortable is knowing fully well how reckless you are, your abilities clearly won't grow if i keep you within my sight."

"I see, very well i will keep this tucked with my belongings.." Daere felt her tone starting to mock , only to have him scold"No, you will keep it close. Hazel will be giving either myself or one of my people reports on your progress, I am letting you know this so you don't get any ideas while being with that mercenary group.If by chance that isn't enough, I can't promise you what will happen to that little guild you wasted your time with."

"Dirtheman, do we really need to keep playing nasty like this?Of course I know their lives are in my hands, but we both know if the same 'unforeseen' death rate happens to them like those other people.Your words are meaningless unless you do something positive that would motivate me to try and be on that oh so best behavior your dying for."Daere replied with a slight groan,hatred quickly flashed through his eyes as he threatened "maybe i should take care of them now and prop their heads on display right in front of our bedroom window."

"Dirtheman, you gave me you word you were not going to be harassing her before they left."Sylaise growled,Daere could sense Dirtheman faintly shudder.Out of curiosity, she slightly tilt her head to the side, wondering 'well this is interesting to see to say the least.'

"Can't I see ma vhenan off?"Dirtheman grumbled,Sylaise replied stopping."Make it quick, the last thing I want is you pissing her off then wondering why there was an accident."

'I think I am starting to like you, Sylaise.'Daere thought with amusement,Dirtheman protested"Is there any way i can get you to rethink this?"

"She has to start somewhere,Eva will step in if she gets carried away giving orders."Sylaise explained,Daere repeated choking on the words"Orders?"

"I forgot to mention you will be on your own."Sylaise remarked turning her head to face Daere, she started to stutter nervously "No...no no, i can't.."

"You will, i need to be here to straighten up the issue from last night."Sylaise replied,Eva soft voice stated behind Daere "We are ready to leave, just waiting for.. her."

"If you come back with me I promise you I will make you regret it"Dirtheman softly threatened,Sylaise snapped"Dirtheman, I swear this is why Ghilan'nain turned you down years ago."

'Turned down?Wait was there a thing between those two?How many bloody cross hairs am i going to get involved with?'Daere wondered staring at the two,snapping out of her thoughts, she replied"Sylaise, he didn't threatening me with anything but shouldn't someone with more experience be giving orders?"

"That is why Eva will be present, she will fill you in on what they are doing once your group arrives, now go. The Hunterhorn mountains can get as dangerous as the Brecilian forest."

'Is that where we are?I don't think i had to travel this far into the Anderfels.'Daere realized, carefully she replied "Why in creators name… yes ma'am, you have nothing to worry about, I will do my best."

"See?All this fuss you where giving me was for nothing."Sylaise responded, Dirtheman growled" Must I remind you Daere was trained to do whatever she thinks it is necessary to survive, i wouldn't put it past her to come back later and ransack this place."Dirtheman remarked, Sylaise sighed.She muttered" let us just see how this plays out, some of your prediction has been off recently and I know you would like to know what will be done with June's sentinel."

"I will be near when I can."Dirtheman stated glancing at Daere,Sylaise cursed under her breath"for fuck sake, give it a rest why don't you."

'Hopefully not, i am starting to enjoy not having you around.'Daere thought turning her attention back to the small party,a few kept their gaze towards her as Eva spoke

"I am aware that most of you have your reason not to trust her, but our gods and goddess has spoken. She is our bridge and as such we need to show her the same respect as we do any of them, any who don't will have to face the same fate as the traitors"

'No matter how many times I told them that I never really wanted him to be my bond, they wouldn't listen. 'Daere rolled her eyes, she made her way towards the dalish breed finding one of them holding the reins out towards her.Daere jaw flexed, narrowing her eyes at him. Daere felt an uneasiness stir while thinking'i turn my back for a second and someone else appears, what did he do?'

"You shouldn't look so depressed in front of these people." Craven voice seemed to come out of nowhere, whispering "What are you doing here?"

"It isn't really that hard changing into a different suite of armor,are you planning to take this my arm is getting tired." Craven explained holding the reins further,turning her head back, she stated "No but if Dirtheman finds out you're here.."

"Relax, i know it pisses him off, but he knows I tend to watch over Eva when she makes these runs.This will hopefully give us time to talk, without Elgar'nan people listening in on our conversation."Craven explained, Daere shook her head, growling"if this has to do with what your sister brought up, I refuse."

"Even you know it isn't wise to bring that subject up when these people believe he is dead."Craven hissed,Daere nodded, taking the reins from him she muttered"Your right."

"Sylaise has been using those of us she thinks had survived because we were at the 'right' place when the place fall, mostly to scout using the wolves.Since she knows you won't be ready by the time Ghilan'nain has her annual winter ball, Sylaise figure it would be better if you were out here helping with the search and retrieval."

"What are we retrieving?" Daere inquired,Craven looked past her upon hearing a woman shrilly demanded"How dare you speak when Eva is addressing everyone."

"Don't be mad at him, he was filling me in what was going on." Daere stated tilting her head to the side,softing her tone the woman remarked,"I mean no disrespect but this emerald knight, no not even a knight.This disgrace of a traitor should know his place, like him and the others they shouldn't be within our ranks let alone wearing her sigil."

"Neither should i be nor wearing Dirtheman's, but we deal with it.I will not stand quietly as you drag him through the mud,Craven has been a little more family then my own ever since we met. If there is an issue which i don't see there is, I will handle it.All you have to do is worry about your own, or have you forgotten it?"Daere snapped, lightly brushing her off.Sylaise's knight in question turned to Craven, demanding"Get back in front of the line with the others "

"Actual i want him to stand by my side." Daere remarked,a cross look developed under her helmet.Demanding "Why would you want a known traitor by your side?He fought by the dread wolf side, for fuck sake."

"So I had slept in the dread wolf's bed on more than one occasion and even if that wasn't the case i bet there would have been an issue with someone else about anything, like my background seem to not have stopped most of you from being complete cunts.I sure would love to hear how perfected you are, but seeing that Dirtheman has overlooked that fact. I am the by his side,so I suggest you to walk back over to your position. Shut the fuck up you stupid ass bitch before i make an acception and do it for you with your own little knife."

"Dammit Daere."Craven muttered,the woman growled"you cannot talk to me like this."

"I think i just did, seeing you still conture to question hand over the hunter knife you have tied to your side."Daere ordered, clenching her teeth together.Feeling a hand gently resting on,Craven remarked"you don't need to do this."

"What is the hold up back there?"Eva inquired,Craven explained"it is nothing you need to be concerned about, Eva."

"Do what you want i don't care."Sylaise had muttered,Craven remarked pressing his fingers to his lips"If i am staying with you, i do need to call on an old friend."

" you mean the griffin?"Daere inquired, a shrill while filled the air.She looked up at the sky expecting to see a winged beast hovering over them, feeling a gently tug.Daere nearly demanded looking at Craven, stopping herself as teeth gently scraped her wrist.Gazing down, Daere knelt to her knees and rested her hand over the wolf's head.She stroked the soft fur, listening to Craven comment" After you seem to snap him out of his depression, Taliesin had tried to work with him.It seem no matter how much he tried, i don't think he had forgotten about you."

"I wouldn't be able to bring him with me, even if I wanted."Daere admitted gazing into the woof golden eyes,Hazel replied" I was going to say, you know Lord Dirtheman would flip if he saw that breast running around."

"Hazel, took you long enough."Daere stood,Hazel replied"I know your happy for this little reunion, but we are waiting for the two of you."

"Ir abelas."Daere muttered resting her hands onto the horn of the saddle, nearly losing her balance pushing her weight forward.Craven rested his hand on her back, shifting her weight he asked"do you think you got it?"

"It feels like it has been so long since I have ridden saddleback, but i think i got it."Daere tried to reassure, he nodded then turned to the ferelden horse.Daere watched as they started to move in front of them, asking"Has the paths still been dangerous?"

"Hardly, even if the inquisitor had taken care of the arch dragon, the darkspawn seem to still be restless. We are hoping once Corpyhues is found and contained, we can slowly bring back Thedas to how it once was before your time."Craven reported allowing his horse to walk,Hazel moved her horse by Daere's. Without missing a beat, Daere contured asking "Does that include bringing back the forbidden ones?"

"No."Craven answered, starting to feel the heaviness of the silence.Daere turned to look at Hazel, she noticed the black rings under her eyes.Wondering"what did he do to you after that day?'

"Daere we don't want to repeat what happened the last time you were here."Hazel calmly remarked, not holding back she asked"What did he do to you?"

"Daere, the less you know what happens to us the better off you will be."Hazel replied,Craven remarked"the fact you wont say anything he might have trapped your mind in a nightmare."

"And what would you know?"Hazel demanded,Craven replied"Before Fen'Harel i did work under Falon'Din or have you forgotten?"

"That doesn't mean anything, but yes because i had failed to protect her Dirtheman did have us isolated.I am surprised he even allowed me out for this."Hazel admitted,Daere studied her.Thinking 'i need to ask him.'

"Craven, there is something I want to do but i need you to promise me something."Daere implied softly,Hazel muttered"This sounds like it would be interesting, or do you want me to cover my ears?"

"I don't care either way, but I am hoping you of all people can see things my way."Daere remarked,Craven inquired"what could you possibly want that could make you seem this serious?"

"Did you meant what you said back then?"Daere inquired turning to look back at him,Craven hand tightened onto his reins, responding"I really don't like the feel of where this conversation is going. "

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"have you completely lost your mind?"Craven hissed angrily watching soldiers walk further below them, the sunlight rays contured to casted shadows from above as he rested his hands over his eyes.Watching him rub gently Daere inquired "Craven, i thought you of all people would agree with me."

"What happened?"Eva inquired, looking towards her, Craven made his way past Daere. through clenched teeth 'It isn't anything you need to worry about, do you know where the Inqusitor's commander is?"

"Of course but i thought you wanted to talk to Daere before Hazel starts shooing you again."Eva remarked,Craven turned his attention back to Daere, giving her a cold glance he remarked" you right."

''Why didn't he just agree?'Daere wondered slightly bitter, watching them leave she rested her hands over her elbows.Muttering "how could it be hard to agree to this?No matter, i knew eventually he was going to turn his back against me. "

"You have some nerve showing up here, how dare"Arranz shrill voice filled the air, Craven and Eva paused in their tracks.Turning to see the commotion, Daere clenched her teeth together while turning her head.Nervously she stuttered "You alive...well i know you would like to know what happen to Azenor…"

"I know what you did, we all do.How could you?Azenor and Blair trusted you, and how did you repay their trust!?!"Arranz growled resting her hand on the hilt of her broadsword,Daere eyed her with weary, carefully she spoke feeling the words choking in her throat"would you believe me if i told you the truth what happened that day?Would you even care to know that the guy that set the mission up to begin with tried to stop this from getting to where we are now?"

"I dont believe you, ever since you and your brother showed up in Amarathine weird shit keeps happening.Withdrawal your weapon, you could at least die with honor"Arranz demanded, a few seconds past, slowly Daere lowered her eyes.Replying "I couldn't, if you think killing me would solve your problem so be it but you guys..you don't know how much ihad regret it.I had told myself it was part of the job, but i was wrong."

"Don't you think it is a little too late to say your sorry?" Arranz demanded, Daere watched her shadow move.Listening to the board sword rustle against the sheath then paused,she could hear Arranz surprise in her voice"Commander."

"I was just about to look for you Commander Cullen."Craven remarked,Daere glanced at them, listening to Arranz snared"She took away Azenor and her partner, I demanded something be done.Besides you heard what Zevran told us after he returned from visiting that Dirtheman character."

"You were there?"Daere inquired softly,pondering 'this isn't good if they already know what has happened, aconfict will certainly rise soon.'

"I will not ask this again, where i this Lord Dirtheman so we can settle this."Commander Cullen demanded,Daere opened her mouth feeling a gently wrap around her own.Hazel replied tugging at her"Lord Dirtheman is busy and would gladly explain why the crows had to be reined in under his banner, but for now could you excuse the young lady."

"Hazel whatever you are plotting can wait, i would like to know what is going on for Dirtheman to even think he has any right to over step his rule."Commander Cullen growled,Daere cleared her throat. Strengthen her voice, she replied"I assure you with him taking the lead of that rogue group, it was for the best now excuse."

"For the best?Murdering your comrades now allow some self proclaimed god be for the best?"Arranz snapped,Daere turned her back to them.She started to follow Hazel, muttering "that was a close one."

"I told you it was better not to conturing talking about that nonsense lallin." Hazel scolded gently, feeling the stares from her back starting to vanish. Daere felt a wave of relief pass wash through her body, remarking calmly "Thank you for not using that noble crap."
"Well i wasn't in the mood to hear you bicker over that again, you do see why Dirtheman was concerned allowing you to come here i hope."Hazel slightly stated, Daere turned to look at her. Not hiding her own disgust, she replied "Dirtheman doesn't care for anyone but himself, do you plan to tell him what i told Craven?"

"There won't be no need for you to be rash and act out your plan." Hazel replied, Daere looked at her in confusion, opening her mouth slightly. A soft familiar voice caused her to look in front. "I was starting to wonder if you were going to bring her with you Inari."

"You guys wouldn't leave me alone if i hadn't." Hazel groaned, Daere inquired softly "Inari? So Abelas was right your name isn't Hazel is it?"

"Part of my deal with him while we struggle between the attacks with the evanuris and the venerations, I had to give up who i was so Elgar'nan wouldn't suspect anything." Hazel explained, the elven man muttered "we lost a lot of people too, including both of them. I am surprised that Fen'Harel fellow could not tell the difference between us and these people."

"That is because there isn't much different from them and us, those who started to breed in with those two made certain." A woman hissed, she turned to look at Daere. Softly speaking "forgive my rudeness, but i am certain you can relate to some of our bitterness."

"I thought you guys died when Revas fall?" Daere inquired, shaking his head, he answered "No, the moment Fen'Harel threatened Dirtheman some of us were ordered to restrain him. A few undid the wards that kept those people safe underneath the watchful eyes of Dirtheman's shapeshifters, anyone that came were quickly disposed of."

"I knew he couldn't be trusted, but this?How could he do something like this?"Daere demanded,Hazel calmly replied "you have to question why?"

"No, but hearing the length he decided to go...those people who wanted nothing more than freedom..those children.."Daere felt her gaze harden over, the elven man stated "Didn't suffer when the veneration broke through the walls, after Pandora had returned Dirtheman gave her the order too.."

"Don't add more fuel to the fire."Hazel warned,speaking up he demanded"And why should i not?You left us to nothing, if she does decide to raise up and fight, Daere needs to know everything that he has been trying to hide."

"That is not why we are here."Hazel repeated threatening,he stopped, nodding his head the elven woman that stood by him remark" Well it is always nice for a decent night to be ruined by god awful memories, so your the yako host. Did either of them tell you what will happen if either you or your twin dies?"

"Wait."Daere remarked,Hazel hissed"Enough Runa, that won't happen."

"What is going to happen?"Daere demanded, Hazel started to walk past the two, muttering "Don't concern yourself."

"Right, well at least we have time to introduce ourselves.I'm Runa, the guy over there that kept avoiding his name is Cecil."Runa started,Cecil snapped "well if you ask me i had a very good reason to avoid telling Daere my name, seeing her mentor was up to know good."

"Just because you have the bastards name, doesn't mean your anything like him."Daere remarked walking towards him, she looked past him and noticed the small gathering.Some still had collars glistening from the setting sun's rays resting against their necks, wolves walked among their companions as a few handed drinks to others.Cecil stated"Despite the surviving emerald knights knowing what Dirtheman had us do, they still have been kind to us."

"Do you trust their motives?"Daere inquired, Cecil replied"you seemed ok with their leader, well enough from what i have jumped into bed.."

"I am stopping you there, back then when he came to me i was confused. "Daere bluntly stated,Cecil glanced at her, dryly stating"Right, the first time i can understand but what about the second and third time?"

"Your forgetting the causal talk they had before running into Anduril"Craven added,Daere hissed"shut up, you weren't even there."

"So something did happen, and here i thought the whole getting involved in a three way was Taliesin yanking my chain."Craven stated,Daere glared at him, her eyes softened upon realizing 'she isn't coming back.'

"I guess her death has hit you hard, which is weird."Craven replied,Daere shook her head slowly, admitting "i don't understand why her death is any different than the others i had known longer."

"Sounds like survivors guilt."Cecil implied,Daere looked at him oddly,asking " survivor's guilt?"

"Survivor guilt is feeling guilty she is dead and your not, maybe the reason you are suffering from it was the fact that on how many times you have been beaten you should have been the one not here."Craven explained,Cecil added" or finding out to late you could have stop the spread, even if you did the damages would have been beyond repaired, have you ever experienced survivors guilt?"

"No Anthony and Cecil had taught us it was wrong to feel for others, doing so was a sign of weakness."Daere replied, she paused then groaned"is there another name you don't mind me calling you, it is already a pain in the ass when i am talking about Solas and his doppelganger."

"Doppelganger?Is there another one here?Daere why didn't you say something, do you realize how much having someone here from another reality will cause a rip in the timeline?"Craven demanded,Daere replied"Eva already explain and as far as i had noticed that Fen'Harel is more interested in his own world to be playing around in ours, besides Dirthemanis already messing with the eluvain's just to bring people here."

"We know he is, but that doesn't make it right "Craven growled,Cecil nervously laughed, stating" you know i didnt forsee so much tension to rise, i dont know about you two but if this is my last night i would want to enjoy it with some merriment."

"Merriment, we are facing the unknown and your concern is to drink?"Daere inquired,Craven answered"It isn't that unknown, I know Fen'Harel tried to show you there was more but he must not have realized time was going to be short.Since he isn't here can i ask you join in?Maybe realize your bitterness is misguided."

"Craven i might be bitter, but I am not misguided.. back then i was just doing it because they told me how evil they are.Now i have first hand to go by, why won't you help me?"Daere pleaded,Craven muttered" I can understand some of them, but Mythal?You know if Fen'Harel was here…"

"Craven.. it is best not.." Daere muttered feeling her own rage starting to stir,Cecil shouted towards them"are the two of you coming?"

"Look let us not be on bad terms, but i would like to know why all of this."Craven remarked, Daere looked at him,shaking her head as she walked away.Passing Runa talking to Hazel, she could hear her whispering "why wont you just accept they want to help us?"

"You know as well as i do, if they help us he will wipe out the remaining survivors.Dirtheman has taken in to much, i don't see him letting us go without a blood bath."

"What is going on?"Daere paused in her tracks,Hazel stated"Go i doubt you will be able to have this much freedom once we are done."

"Hazel this seems a little much for a search and rescue."Daere implied,the two women looked at each other.Softly Runa asked"There is a nest close by, the rest of the shemlens troops should be here tomorrow.Their spymaster thinks we might have found where the tevinter is, didn't anyone tell you this?"

"No, but if they have i wasn't paying attention...if we are going into a full on siege, why am i not equipped again?Is he trying to get me killed."Daere inquired sharply,Hazel replied calmly" he didn't want any casualties if you tried to run before he arrived with Elgar'nan."

"Elgar'nan is going to be here?Wouldn't he question why there are still emerald knights?"Daere inquired slightly glancing at Craven, Hazel slightly scolded " Go."

"But am i not suppose to know what is going on?"Daere demanded, she felt something rough being shoved onto her stomach ache. Looking down, Daere notice the cup then looked up to see Flidias. Daere muttered"Your here too?"

"You look like you have been through hell." Flidias remarked,Daere turned to Hazel then back to Flidias. Wondering with suspectulation 'Did Craven tell her to approach me?
"Daere?"Flidias pressed,slowly she replied "yes, that...your right it would be good to see how the others are."

"Let's take this elsewhere."Runa stated,Hazel growled "the answer is still no."
"You seem to find yourself in odd places don't you?"Flidias inquired,Daere replied"you know this isn't the best idea."

"Nonsense da'len, you shouldn't feel you need to run and hide behind every tree when you haven't done anything wrong."Flidias remarked, Daere stared at the group, few even looked up giving her a warm smile.Softly she muttered"but i have."

"It isn't the end of the world and you know this, so put on a smile."Flidias replied as the two stopped, Daere inquired "but why?"

"So far the actions we have witness where the false gods,but i cant say much for what we heard."Flidias stated, slowly turned to her, replying "Elgar'nan was going to have them killed if Dirtheman didn't do anything, i did what i had to kill one for the few."

"This might make you feel better unless you were expecting something with a bit of a kick."Flidias replied holding out the wooden cup, Daere carefully took it from her.The aroma of cinnamon soon filled her nostrils,slowly bring it to her lips.She remarked "Despite i thought it was a waste,Craven had insisted you would probably want honey added.I did draw the line when he nearly dumped the whole jar in."

"You really shouldn't have, i would have been fine with the way it was."Daere replied gigging softly,Flidias replied starting to walk away " just try, we are good people."

'Craven suggested this?But why?'Daere wondered lowering her gaze to the streaming cup, Taliesin voice scolded softly 'After everything he has done you still have doubt?'

'Shut up.' Daere thought angrily, sighing softly she looked around the ragged camp, muttering"I had gave him the benefit of a doubt before, where is he anyways?"

"Craven is a little more busy than he was when you were with Fen'Harel."a woman stated, Daere turned to face her.Asking"What do you mean?"

"Since Taliesin passing, Craven has became our Commander."her complain explain raising his cup, Daere realized' if he is, he must also answer to Mythal in Fen'Harel absence no wonder he was quick to the defensive.I better go apologize for trying to bring him into my matter'

"No you don't."The emerald knight jumped up to his feet quickly, Daere demanded weakly"i need to go."

"Whatever it is shouldn't be that important, now sit before i force you to."the emerald knight implied jokingly,Daere looked at him in confusion, demanding lightly "by being with Dirtheman doesn't that mean outrank all of you?"

"Not tonight you don't."the elven woman stated with a grin as she leaned over, turning around she shouted raising her cup."I need more over here, who has the brew!?!"

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'And you wonder why i don't touch that stuff.'Daere thought tilting her head to the side, she stood over the drunk emerald knight,pressing her foot gently against elven woman's face . Listening to the soft groan, Daere nudged her head slightly, slowly she looked around the settled camp.Most had already headed back towards the main tents,Daere moved her foot away, listening to the crickets chirp in the distance.Keeping at a quiet pace, Daere moved swiftly towards the edge, pausing as Hazel stepped out from behind one of the tents.Muttering "You are a determined one aren't you? Where do you think you are going,any ways."

"Do you even have an idea how wrong it feels acting like everything is ok when it isn't?" Daere calmly explained, slightly turning her head.Hazel inquired"Why can't you let things go?"

"And be like you?"Daere shot sharply,.Hazel lowered her head, softly admitting "I had my reasons even if they don't understand."

"Right." Daere growled,Hazel demanded slowly looking up at her"What gives someone that is bent on self destruction have to lecture about my decisions? No one ever said the leaders choice was ever made easy."

"I never said it was, but putting your people in this position?"Daere inquired sharply,Hazel placed her hand on Daere shoulder.Softing her tone,Hazel explained"If there is ever a day that you lead, either these people or Lord Dirtheman's. You will understand you will have to make choices that are unpleasant, i wasn't going to allow my people to just die out."

"Not like this, i have asked you time and time again, why ?"Daere inquired,Hazel explained"it was so much better than what fate laid with the venerations."

"Honestly i dont know if either would have been better than the other?"Daere muttered,Hazel shook her head turn head and glancing up at the trees.Slowly turning to face Daere, Hazel remarked"be patient before you act on your own

"I don't understand, you seem ok working for Dirtheman."Daere stated,Hazel confessed " please sex with him once in a while was good but i have to draw the line when Falon'din gets involved ,if it was just me i could never find either of you.Which raises questions of my own."

"Which is?"Daere slightly pressed,Hazel moved her hand placing the palm against Daere's cheek, allowing her thumb to rested gently on her lips,Hazel muttering"If this Sarff was still alive, you wouldn't be in this position nor your brother.Something must have happen to her sibling to cause Torin to get his, i wonder if the veneration had a hand in that as well."

"What are you implying?Daere inquired in confusion,feeling Hazel hand moved away.They could hear Craven hostile voice approaching"I told you for the last time, neither of you have nothing to be afraid of.Why aren't you with Elgar'nan side anyways?"

"Something happened, and it was Lord Dirtheman that had requested she be removed for the moment."Amon angrly answered,he wasted no time shouting loudly"As i thought you sorry excuse are sleeping on the job, where is she."

"This isn't good"Daere muttered,turning her head towards the commotion.They watched Amon kick a plate out of a soldiers lap,Craven grabbed him by the arm, he roughly turned Amon around as Hazel muttered"you don't want to upset him any further, we should have time later to better plan"

"Right."Daere agreed, making her way towards them. Amon draw his fist back, his fingers curled up against the palm of his hand in a threatening manner.Raising her voice, Daere ordered " that is enough,Amon."

"Forgive me, but Lord Dirtheman wants to see you."Amon demanded while lowering his arm to his side,Daere rolled her eyes, growling under her breath"He saw us off this morning, that should have been enough of him 'seeing' me until this is over with."

"No one expected things to turn bad, this isn't a search and rescue anymore, not after what has unfolded back at Lady Ghillan'nan ."Amon growled,Hazel inquired"What happened?"

"It seems the veneration got bold and somehow managed to find a way to slip through,Lady Sylaise is working to save Lady Ghillan'nan but Lord Elgar'nan…"Amon paused,Craven glanced at Daere, listening to someone mutter close by "Not like he will be gone for long."

"You can't blame me for whatever happen to them."Daere snapped,Amon replied"I never said you were responsible, but for your safety you will come back with me."

'I didn't get sores on my ass riding here just to go back.'Daere thought bitterly, breathing in deeply she could hear Amon conture."that isn't the only reason why Lord Dirtheman wants you to return for the night."

"We are more than enough to handle anything that comes."Craven stated,Amon remarked sharply"without Mythal or Fen'Harel alive, i doubt your soldiers could keep her from the common cold.Do i need to bring you by force or are you going to return on your own?"

"Amon, if it is so important for Dirtheman to see Daere, he can come down himself."Craven growled, Daere shook her head, thinking 'if i don't leave these two will certainly be at it, the last thing anyone needs is these two trying to kill each other."'

"Craven you should know better than to question someone that has more experience." Daere sneered, he looked at her in surprised by her sudden rudeness. Flexing his jaw, Craven replied

"i am just watching out for your well being, like i always had Daere.For all you know just like some of these people, here he is trying to hurt you."

"You should listen to her, but then you were never where the type that could. It raises the question what fool made you commander, was it because these people followed a rabid dog?" Amon inquired hatefully, Daere demanded watching the rage flash across Craven eyes. "That is enough, these people have suffered and so have your men if what you are saying is true."

"You have no reason to doubt me, i have served Lord Elgar'nan a lot longer then this fool standing beside me did for Lord Falon'Din. Even still this traitor couldn't keep either Mythal or Fen'Harel alive." Amon explained roughly, Craven muttered "And yet here you just stated Lord Elgar'nan is died."

"Hush up before you join that torturous whore, at least this one has more sense to come when she is called" Amon growled, Craven sneered, reaching for his song dao "Dont you dare speak about Taliesin that way."

"Not worth it, just let them go you know they will be dealt with soon."another muttered close by,looking at Hazel, Daere could hear Amon remark "Of course it will be dealt with, such empty threats.If you guys were wise, you would beg for mercy at least someone might have more use for you"

"I will not repeat myself how they will be treated , Amon." Daere carefully demanded, Amon replied "i had my say,shall we take our leave?

"You don't have to go with him."Craven replied,walking past him Daere remarked"Tend to you soldiers commander, Amon hasn't given me a reason to doubt him."

"Amon has done nothing that i have."Craven muttered, brushing his words off Daere followed close heading towards the inquisition main camp.A glimmering in the dark caught her sight, thinking nothing more but the stars she listened as Amon inquired " i hope you have a good reason for staying down here with those people and not with the inquisition soldiers."

"Either way i didn't want to hear Dirtheman bitch about something, i just figure him seeing me with other elves would get him to stop."Daere calmly explained,catching a glance of a shadow within the trees.There sat an archer, their arrows tips covered by small blue flames.She wondered 'Dirtheman doing i assumed, but why the force?'

"Amon, they are not the enemy. "Daere calmly remarked,without looking back Amon answered

"Anyone that once served the late Mythal and Fen'Harel, cannot be trusted.These shemlen who had worked with them cannot be trusted, if the tevinter is here Lord Dirtheman has rest assured the inquisition will be dealt afterwards to make certain they don't get any ideas"

"Are you even listening to yourself?"Daere nearly shrieked, Amon looked at her growling"Like it or not but these shemlen don't belong on our lands."

'Maybe i should have stayed behind."Daere felt a surge of panic wash over her upon realizing they had left the safety of the encampment, sensing her panic Amon muttered turning to face her "if you like i can head back while you conture the rest of the way on your own."

"Those sentinels where not just place in the trees just to watch what they where doing, where there?"Daere inquired, Amon calmly replied "either way if i had taken you the rest of the way or you left on your own, they will stop you if they feel you are about to betray Lord Dirtheman."

"what are you planning to do?"Daere inquired,Amon answered starting to walk past her"It isn't your business, but if you wish to know Lord Dirtheman has asked me to gather strategy plans from the shemlens commander since you decided to slack on your jujob."

"I…"Daere felt her voice fall flat,thinking to herself 'i was too focused trying to convince Craven that i didn't bother with anything else.'

"Don't be too hard on yourself, you were not raised the way they were and why Lord Dirtheman has requested i took over your position, now go he isn't far."Amon explained,Daere stood there staring at the back of his head as he headed back.Thinking to herself ' i could, i really could just take another path but where can i go now? Dirtheman would have Zeke check the guilds.'

"I dont know how many are out there, so better not risk it"Daere muttered snapping her attention back, closing her eyes she pondered 'but i really don't want to go back to him.'

"You do know how to take your sweet ass time don't you?"Dirtheman inquired sharply,Daere looked behind her.Barely she could make out his form in the dim moonlight, replying "I am here, shouldn't that matter?"

"You know better then to speak to me like that."Dirtheman growled striding towards her, muttering"But i know that wildness in you will never change, i do wish though you would save that type of behavior fucking me over running that mouth."

"I could say the same about you allowing your sentinels to treat the others like their threats."Daere shot back,grabbing her wrist Dirtheman answered"But they are, even you refuse to sway them.Instead you have encouraged them to fan that little annoying fire.It won't take much to give my people the orders, those soldiers will be dead before anyone realizes what has happened. "

"I dont believe Elgar'nan is gone,i know there is a reason why people keep saying your immortal. "Daere remarked,Dirtheman leaned forward, his warm breath radiated against her neck while he spoke "If my theory is right, he won't be coming back as long as you don't fail me tomorrow.All i did was place some of the knife shavings in his drink, just enough for him to have the same effect of being wounded by the venerations.You on the other hand will make certain his vessel is killed."

"Vessel?" Daere murmured catching her breath slightly,feeling his hand resting on her back .Pressing himself closer, he nipping at her earlobe and muttered"I see there is another thing Anthony failed to teach you, but are you not more interested in something else?"

"Call them off."Daere choked on her words, Dirtheman stiffen.He pulled back slightly growling "You joking, you know I need to keep order."

"This isn't keeping order, this is being a tyrant.You do realize once you attack, you will be public enemy number one once the tevinter is dealt with." Daere calmly stated,tugging her breeches roughly Dirtheman reply"We will see if their lives are worth it."

"Dirtheman stop."Daere demanded, resting her hand over his.Dirtheman eyes started to harden over,growling "you cannot expect to use blood magick out there, if they see you they will take you away is that what you want?"

"Maybe."Daere replied, Dirtheman warned"have you forgotten my sentinels?i can arrange everything so you can have plenty of blood to work with."

"Your a horrible person."Daere replied staring at him in disbelief,kissing her forehead Dirtheman demanded"Your choice, the forest floor might not be comfortable but you will obey me."

"Doesn't sound much of a choice."Daere remarked, turning her head to the side Daere rested her thumbs on the inside, thinking as she tugged 'he does have a point, there is too many templars present i dont need to add to my problems with them.Let alone i dont know if there is any side effects after this blasted thing is removed.'
"Look at me and stop acting like this is the end of the world."Dirtheman demanded,Daere tilted her head.Softly she remarked"I am not going to dignify that with an answer."

"Then your learning."Dirtheman replied,his hands rested on her bare waist.Tightening his grip, Dirtheman muttered"when we get back, i do plan to take my time with you"

"What is stopping you now?"Daere playfully challenged,He groaned softly, tighting his grip Dirtheman inquired"you must be really enjoying yourself if you feel the need to ask that in such a manner."

"Why do you seem surprised?"Daere inquired,muttering Dirtheman slide his hands towards the back of her molds"I'm not,but tomorrow will be busy and we both need to stay alert."
'Why does it feel like I'm drowning?'Daere wondered, feeling his lips pressed against hers.Dirtheman muttered "maybe too late to use you against Elgar'nan but i have a feeling a great tide is just over the horizon,do you still have that bitterness against Mythal?"

"Yes."Daere softly confessed keeping her eyes closed, Dirtheman uttered"of course you do, she wont sit idlely by much longer my pet. "

"Pet?"Daere repeated,wasting no time, Dirtheman pressed"Of course, that is all you are. I told you there will never be anything between us but that doesn't mean i am not merciful."

'This isn't merciful.' Daere thought weakly, a light tug caused her to look up at him. Almost demanding, Dirtheman hands paused"What now."

"Nothing, but you know once Ghillan'nan gets better she will rip you a new one for tearing the blouse."Daere remarked causing Dirtheman to smile,pressing his nose against against hers.He muttered "i believe there will be plenty of surprises tonight."

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"I should be done there fighting." Daere muttered, watching the soldiers struggle in the muddied ground against the undead horde.Thundered rolled above them as the rain began to poured down,she could hear Dirtheman footsteps starting to walk away, remarking under his breath "If i allowed you down there, chances of you being overwhelmed by the enemy along with them is high."

"Do you still have such little faith in me?" Daere snapped turning her head,he stopped, looking at her with emptiness, answering coldly"of course i have no faith in you, if those where shemlen soldiers down there, chances are you would let them live to fight another day.Now stop wasting time, we need to go back before that excuse of a line breaks."

'Their not my problem…'Daere thought turning her back feeling some truths to his words, she stopped for a moment feeling the guilt stir.Resting her hand over her eyes,Daere muttered "I can't just leave them."

"Hmm, it seems i need more work with you."Dirtheman remarked, slowing his pace.Daere shook her head. Lowering her hand she growled"if your not going to help them, then i will. They deserve to live even if they don't worship you."

"You go down there things wont be pleasant once this is over."Dirtheman warned,
studying his face Daere demanded"I am willing to take that chance, but isn't this why Sylaise suggested I am to prove to them my place is with you and the others? I won't be getting anywhere if you keep dragging me like a beaten dog on a tight leash, if the reason you are doing is because you're afraid i will leave?Then save it, i know what is at risk if i do..that isn't something i could ever live with."

"Like a stupid child you will never learn, fine here."Dirtheman remarked bitterly, walking back to her. His hand slide to his side, slowly pulled out the tanto.Holding the hilt towards her,Daere wondered.'I can easily run the end of the blade through his heart, but does he suspect it?'
"Why are you handing this to me?"Daere demanded,calmly he answered"You will see, nowm take it."

'This might have to do with the vessel, very well i just have to make certain that it is taken care of before i end this marriage from hell.'Daere thought, the palm of her hand touched the cool smooth surface of the sheath.Pulling away, she could feel the tightness around her neck starting to loosen as he unlatched the clasps. Without a word Daere stood there barely feeling the raindrops started to fall as she watch smoke started to surround Dirtheman, she looked down at the small blade than turned her attention back towards the battlefield.Tying the strands around her belt, she muttered" I can do this."

'All of this is a mess, what do they plan to do once the tevinter is gone?'Daere wondered raising her half mask to her face, tying the string behind her head Daere carefully avoided strands of her hair.Breathing out sharply, she forced her legs to move down the steep hill. Unhilting her song dao, Daere started to charge at the behemoth.Turning sharply, she embedded her blade into it's stomach.Yanking her hand forward it took her a second to realized as she grasped nothing but air.'shit.'

"Felassan we need you to cast it now!"Daere could hear someone shout,staring at the song dao watching the behemoth raise it rock solid arm.Jumping back, Daere crouched, resting her song song dao close to her face.Hearing a death rattle behind her, Daere turned her gaze back, watching as the darkspawn fastly brought down its blade.Clenching her teeth together,Daere swung, blocking the swords impact. Thinking 'where did this one come from, dammit'

"We got someone over here, hold off."a woman voice shouted from above, another voice growled as the two gryphon came into view" who the fucking hell didnt listen to the shemlens this time, dammit you know when those two start casting there is no holding off."

"Hurry and get the darkspawn off them."the woman ordered,Daere thought bitterly watching the gryphon expanding its talons' cant i just for once come in without people thinking i need their help?'

" try and get on."the elven woman shouted, Daere stared at her as her companion's gryphon lifted the darkspawn into the air.Turning her head she thought ' the behemoth…'

"Ice?"Daere muttered staring at the frozen red lyruim giant, wrapping her hand over the hilt Daere yanked her song dao out.Listening to the emerald knight inquire as she casted another spell."what are you doing out here?The other mages are ready to clear a path."

"I wasn't here for the briefing."Daere admitted seeing a hurlock starting to rush over to her, raising the song dao in defense the creature suddenly fall to the ground, blue flames quickly consumed it.Turning her head back, Daere snapped "I can fight my own battles."

"Forgive me, but orders are orders now please hop on so we can go."the emerald knight pressed, slowly making her way towards the two.Hilting her song dao,Daere wondered while resting her foot onto the gryphon saddle stirrups ' where are the sentinels Dirtheman had near the camps last night?'

"Try not to look down."She could hear the elven woman remark, feeling the emerald knights gauntlets touching her side. Daere inquired as the winged beast started to spread it's massive wings."What about Dirtheman's people?"
"After what they did last night, Mythal plans to step in."The woman explained,looking at her in shock,Daere asked"what did they do?"

"I thought you knew? Oh dear, this isn't good. People have assumed Dirtheman was finally making his move after you left."the woman explained,Daere turned her attention forward.Looking down at the mass of black bodies marching towards the troops below, the air suddenly changed. Feeling the emerald knight tighten the reins, she growled"dammit, alright hold on tight.I will take you to where Mythal and the inquisitor is fighting, maybe you are able to straighten this out."

'Mythal?I see Dirtheman you screwed up and expect me to handle it.'Daere thought she watched as fiery boulders fall from the sky, with ease the emerald knight guilded the gryphon farther away from the barricades.Hearing the roar above her head, Daere thought' that wasn't the thunder.'

"Can you get me close enough to them?"Daere inquired looking up into the clouds, a flash of lightning revealed two dragons battling from behind the clouds.The elven woman answered"I can try, what are you planning?"

"Giving Mythal the opening she needs."Daere admitted, watching the two dragons clash.Thinking to herself' this is probably the most insane idea i had, but those two are well evenly matched.'

"How do you plan to this?"the emerald knight asked, without hesitation Daere answered"you will see."

"You are not planning to jump onto that thing are you?You wont make it, I promise you this.Just sit tight,"she demanded,Daere inquired slightly turning her head"and what if i was?"

" Craven did warn us you had abit of a wild streak, but even if i allowed it i doubt you will make it."the emerald knight remarked, Daere watched as the dragons finally came into view, dodging meteors while they conture to tear at each other.Finally Daere demanded"I didnt come back just to run away again, let me down."

"I can't, Hazel used up all she had undoing the wards."The emerald knight explained,Daere clenched her teeth together.Feeling the uneasiness starting to stir, she wondered 'why did they have to get him?He would have been safer locked up.'

"This is going to end badly."Daere whispered, watching the trees starting to get close.The elven woman explained."I would have brought one of the others, but you seemed like the best choice."

"Well i think you are wrong."Daere replied, tightening the reins, the emerald knight remarked"Honestly i think this is a sign of what we needed at a time like this."

"Hope we are not too late."Daere looked to the side realizing her companion had arrived, sliding off the side Daere stepped back, resting her hand on the belt loop a hand quickly stopped her as the second emerald knight demanded"woo..hey now what are you doing?We still got a ways before we rejoin the others."

" But you need me to take this don't you?"Daere inquired, tilting her head to the side she looked at the woman in front.Gently she explained" you dont get it do you?Because Dirtheman actions last night, once things were under control Mythal was going to demanded for your release."

"Why?"Daere inquired, feeling her soft palm siding from hers,the emerald knight companion remarked" Mythal believes Dirtheman actions will bring about the end of our world because of his greed"

'Mythal had all this time to handle his actions, and now she wants to step in." Daere thought rolling her eyes. Adjusting her tone, she asked watching the massive beasts spread their wings"what about the gryphons?"

"Dirtheman sentinels will be looking for them, they know we have you and not to happy about it."he answered, Daere turned and started walking away from them she could hear the emerald knight call out"your going the wrong way."

"I dont care, i dont want anything more to do with your or him for that matter.I just want to get back before anyone else gets hurt over something stupid."Daere shouted moving a branch with the back of her hand,she could hear him muttering "for fuck sake."

"Look you two go find someone else because i am done, i dont want anymore on my plate."Daere snapped, speaking softly the elven woman remarked"Daere, it must be frustrating being thrown into a whole world Anthony kept from you.I can't promise things will get easier, but if you help us with this you wont have to worry about the evanirus anymore."

"Empty promise i assure you."Daere replied dryly, her companion stated"it isnt an empty promise, just help us and you will see what we mean.Mythal will see too it that Dirtheman pays for everything he has put you and your people through."

'Should i trust them?'Daere wondered, letting out a short sigh, she muttered"you guys better not be yanking my chain."

"Of course we wouldn't, it is not like i would get back at you for stepping on my face last night."she slightly growled,Daere paused in her track sensing the sudden mood change, wondering' my chances are probably better trying to find my way back.'

" Saoirse, we talked about this."he raised his hands up,Saoirse snapped "pretty certain if Daere was stepping on your face, you would make an issues out of it as well.Gael"

"Well it is good to finally get some names from the both of you, but seeing her sudden mood swing i think i am going to take my chances with the red templars."Daere replied dryly,Saoirse threatened"look you are already here, the cave we have Fen'Harel resting isn't that far so could you please move before i decide to pay you back?"

"I am not doing it for either of you or him, just let me make that clear."Daere remarked, slowly she started to follow as they started to walk away.Clearing her throat, Daere inquired"So Saoirse…"

"Save it, I am already at my limit with you."Saoirse muttered glaring at her,Daere remarked"in my defense you were drinking on the job."

"Let's not get started you two,Daere since Hazel refuses to explain why she can't use her abilities maybe you can shade some light."Gael inquired,Daere sighed, softly she admitted"I dont know too, but unlike her because i could tap into the void.Even still to cause any real damage i need to borrow other mages mana, it isnt any different than what you guys do by drinking titans blood to replenish."

"So what you perform some blood ritual. "Saoirse inquired,Daere shook her head.Softly she answered"no, there are other means."

"Care to explain?"Saoirse pressed,Daere remarked"There is something about sexual energy that brings up a mages mana to the point we are able to steal it, Dirtheman i think must have figured this out before i even got here."

"You had sex with him?"Saoirse slightly demanded in disgust,Daere growled" you act like he was my first choice."
"Both of you, this isnt the time or the place.My next question, what is it you need to remove the curse off of him."Gael inquired,Daere replied"it depends, i have always thought…"

"Thought what?Stop stalling."Saoirse demanded,Daere slowly admitted"There was a reason why i didn't't reverse what i did to Craven when we first met, and this would probably have Dirtheman want to kill Fen'Harel more let alone be awkward between us."

"What is she doing here?"Craven demanded, causing them to stopped in their tracks.Daere noticed Hazel leaning her back against the mouth of the cave, with her hand resting over her stomach.Gael answered" you did ask to bring someone."

"Anyone but her, what are you doing out here Daere i thought you retreated after Dirtheman had his people attack us in camp."Craven demanded,Daere shook her head.Slowly she admitted"I didn't have a choice, i thought if i refused they were going to send the assault."

"I dont know if i should believe you."Craven growled,she unsteathed her song dao and handed them out towards him."here, your friends seem presisting."

"Go but i better not find a dead body back there."Craven muttered as she handed him her weapons, touching the cold stones.Daere felt the tanto small hilt pressing against her side, it didn't take long as Solas still form could be seenmaking her way closer she wondered' You seem so peaceful, it must be nice not having to worry about anything.'

"There are no attachments, just predator and prey. "Daere muttered, unsheathing the tanto, making her way with caution.Exhaling slowly Daere knelt beside him, hearing Taliesin plead 'You don't have to do this.'

'I know, but i just can't have him in my way.'Daere thought, closing her eyes she could feel her body starting to tremble as she fought back her emotions , Daere shook her head, muttering "if none of them existed, so many people could have been spared.No one would have to endure any of this"

"You don't know that for certain. "Solas faintly murmured,feeling his hand resting over hers.Daere opened her eyes, as he continued weakly"I knew you would return, ir abelas i wasn't there for you."

'Close your eyes..'Daere thought staring at him in shock, turning her head sharply she muttered"I should be the one apologizing "

"I know you will make the right decision."Solas stated letting her go,raising the tanto blade.Daere slowly looked back at him.Allowing a faint mist to develop on the blade, she muttered"I will try to make this quick."

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'How can he trust me with his life?'Daere wondered, tilting her head slightly she rested the tanto inches from Solas exposed neck.Sighing softly, she buried the blade close to his head. Daere rested her hands on Solas cheek forcing his mouth to open, muttering to herself "this might not be that much effective, but it should give you some time to find someone else willing."

"How naive did you think we were."Daere could Mical growl from outside,turning her head towards the cave entrance she saw a figure cloak in a black rogue outside making their way towards them.Stopping by her feet, Zeke voice remarked"your job is to kill anyone that would get in Lord Dirtheman way, hurry up and finish Fen'Harel so you can take care of Elgar'nan vessel."

"A war for these people is raging, and your concerned about some vessel being alive?What happened?When i first found myself into your guild, you made it clear we where to do everything to protect innocent lives."Daere growled,Zeke stared down at her and demanded"I will not tell you again, wipe out the threat so we came move forward bring the lands back to the elves."

"What if i refuse."Daere quietly challenged, resting her hand on the hilt Zeke calmly remarked"you wont have a choice."

"There is always a choice."Daere muttered, feeling the cool steel against her skin.She pressed down and slit opened her wrist,allowing the blood to fall.Daere growled through her clenched teeth" i might dispise them, but what Dirtheman is doing needs to end."

"Dirtheman did warn us."Zeke muttered, he stepped back a few paces as green thin arms reached out from the ground.Turning her head back to Solas, Daere thought ' just long enough to…'

"You really think a demon would help either of you."Zeke demanded as the shiek filled the air, looking back Daere felt a sudden sharp pain on top of her head.Calmly Zeke remarked"I think it is time for you to return, you look weary."

'I have fought and survived much worse.' Daere thought angrily,caressing the handle of the tanto she lunged forward knocking him off his feet.Raising the blade over her head, Daere eyes went wide as she felt the rage build. Quickly he grabbed her wrists, digging his thumb into her opened wound.Demanding"Do you really want to share the same fate as Inari?If you kill Fen'Harel now i wont say a work to Dirtheman about this behavior,da'len."

"Your right so stop resisting and die already."Daere sneered, ignoring the pain she bared her weight down, watching as the tip of the tanto lowered towards Zeke eye.Thinking 'this is for the best.'

"Stop acting like this ."Zeke growled,feeling a pain in her side Daere moved off of him.Touching her stomach, watching her own blood dripping from his hunters knife.Daere realized ' How could i got so careless with such an amateur move? I can try to summon up another demon, but he would dispell it.'

"Hand me the blade."Zeke demanded, he outstretched his hand as she tasted the bitterness of blood in the back of her throat.Shaking her head no,Daere slowly got to her feet. Muttering"if you want this damn thing, then your going to have to get it from my cold lifeless hands prick."

"You wont be lifeless, but i will finish what was started."Zeke answered,stepping forward Daere vision started to shift.Falling to her kneels, she could hear him remark "why do you insist wasting our time."

"I cant in good concussion keep this up." Daere replied glaring at him, with caution he sat in front of her, taking the tanto from her hand. Zeke remarked "you where one of my best, what happen? Did sleeping with Fen'Harel change what you know needed to be done?"

"Let me guess this is the part your going to stab me with my own blade?" Daere inquired, Zeke shook his head, turning to look at Solas, Zeke remarked "Dirtheman would have me executed if i did consider, no you have to much value alive."

"Seeing you here explains why Dirtheman wasn't so concerned." Daere replied, Zeke answered turning to look at her. "Dirtheman knew you would easily lead us to Hazel, but having Fen'harel here as well...can you imagine the praise you will receive taking down the dreaded wolf and showing the others his head?"

"Wouldn't he use the same method as the others?"Daere inquired,Zeke replied removing the bottom of his half mask."Fen'Harel had always been against using others to sustain his existence."

"Leave me to my work, i wont be long."Daere replied,Zeke studied her face, calmly he stated"i don't plan to go anywhere, how do i know your not lying?"

"You have proven you got me backed into a corner."Daere calmly replied,slowly standing he started to walk away.She could hear him reply"this is your chance to prove to the others what i have known, da'len."

"Either way i still lose."Daere muttered, pain shot through her body as she got up.Glancing towards the entrance, Daere noticed Zeke watching her from the corner of his eye.Raising her hand, a light purple mist separated the two, turning in alarm Zeke barked"your making a mistake, if you help them they seek to execute you."

"So what?Somehow being executed by them sounds more pleasant then having to be controlled by one of them. "Daere growled,turning her attention back to Solas.She thought' you gave me a chance to get away but i refused it, Dirtheman handed me much more with a price that is overwhelming.'

"I can't assassinate someone who has done nothing wrong."She admitted sitting back next to him, placing her bloody hands over the sides of his cheeks. Daere thought 'i might not understand much about the abilities Inari people possess, but i hope this is enough.'

"Stop her."Zeke ordered, feeling the energy slip past her lips the faint song of the void scratched at the back of Daere head.The marking Sylaise had kindly hid started to reveal themselves while she pulled back away from him, turning to look at Zeke, demanding"I will go back to face whatever Dirtheman has in store, but you and the others will leave these people alone to fight off these creatures.Do i make myself clear."

"The way you look like, you wouldn't get far on your own anyways."Zeke growled, turning his head he ordered."You heard her leave them alone, Hazel on the other hand you're coming with us."

"No Zeke, she stays."Daere demanded jumping to her feet, her world started to spin causing her to close her eyes.Barely she could hear Hazel voice."It is alright, i want to make certain he treats you will."

"Daere has nothing to fear, it is you on the other hand that should be concerned.You have aided releasing a criminal,therefore you will be sentence is death.If Daere thinks you should stay here, I have no problem carrying it out now."

'Wait no. 'Daere thought stepping forward, her body feeling heavy from exhaustion.Looking up Daere notice the mist barrier started too shimmer down, clenching the hard ground beneath her. Daere forced herself up, muttering as she closed her eyes."no more."

"Sit back down before you bleed out."Zeke demanded, Daere opened her eyes as Mical snapped"that beast bite me."

"Will maybe you shouldn't be so eager walking into the enemies camp."Torin stated, Geldauran voice could be heard close, inquiring"Torin, you can handle them?"

"You have the other, i see."Mical inquired, watching as Geldauran pause at the cave entrance.Daere clenched her teeth together, resting the tanto's hilt about her breast, neither blinking an eye Geldauran remarked"It is over, so dont be so hasty."

"Why should i believe you?"Daere demanded,Geldauran answered"you dont have a reason after finding out the things you have, but i give you my word i am trying to help them.Why do you think i was there the day you vanished?"

Dont make me summon the yako."Torin demanded,slowly Geldauran made his way past Daere. She lean her back against the hard wall, muttering"Geldauran."

"Hmm."Geldauran murmured pausing in his tracks, she held out the tanto, stating"if you are truly here to help them, destroy this and any others that might exist."

"I am not taking that from you, but i do plan to destroy any we find.Does this mean what i think it does?"Geldauran inquired, Daere answered" it does,if i stay here Dirtheman will just go back to hunting me down but if i go back i will just hurt those who care about me more."

"You do understand your people will not be allowed to return to Thedas."Geldauran remarked, feeling her eyes starting to water,Daere lowered her head.Softly she replied

"i figured that would be the case, how did they know that was me?"

"I didn't, like i said we needed someone here. After Fen'Harel had fully recovered there isnt a shadow of a doubt he would have found a way to retrieve you."Saoirse replied,Craven replied" I don't think there are anymore, but you should hurry."

"I need someone to heal her."Hazel demanded pressing her hand over Daere side,Daere shook her head, stating"it is fine, i am certain Zeke could have done worse just give me a health potion and i will be fine. "

"But you will scar."Hazel protested, forcing a smile Daere replied"My body is covered with scars, this wont be anything new."

"No."Hazel remarked shaking her head,Zeke shouted"Dirtheman will handle it if she returns."
"Shut up, you have alot to answer for with Mythal."Craven sneered, turning to face them.He stated "We need to save our energy protecting this place until Fen'Harel regains consciousness."

"Can you do me a favor?"Daere inquired,Craven nodded."Sure."

"When you do face Dirtheman be certain to shove this down the throat, i want him shitting out small gold pieces."Daere growled twisting the elven ring off her finger, trying to hide a smirk.Craven strided over to them, replying"I can't promise any of us will be able to do that, but i will give him a message he will never forget."

"Be careful."Daere reply holding her handover his, she let the light weight ring fall from her own grasp right into his open palm.After placing the ring in a pouch,Craven held out a small flask, the red liquid splashed within.She took it without a word and twisted the lid, throwing her head back Mical could be heard shouting "Inari dont think you won."

"Craven said shut up."Saoirse growled,feeling a gently tug on her pant leg.Daere looked down,inquiring at the oversized wolf"Where do you think your going?"

"He is yours."Craven stated, snapping her attention back Daere asked"What are you talking about. "

"Even if Taliesin tried to make him her companion, we have had trouble keeping the wolf away from the rubble where you vanished."Craven explained, nodding her head Daere replied"I will treat him well, I promise."

"Don't forget us."Craven remarked,throwing her arms around his shoulder Daere rested her chin on his shoulder. Muttering "I cant thank you enough."

"You can by staying out of trouble." Craven replied, slowly stepping back Daere turned to Hazel, remarking softly "i am ready."

" then let us be on our way, Craven you will keep your word?" Hazel inquired, Craven nodded his head, answering "yes, once we have defeated the tevinter magister. The rest will find thwir way back with no interference."

"I will hold Mythal to this, if she does break her word.." Hazel slightly threatened, Craven quickly imply "Mythal isn't like the others, she will keep her word."

"I hope so." Hazel stated coldly,as the four started to head back into the forest. Daere could hear Saoirse muttered "i still think allowing that murder go free is a bad idea."

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What is taking him so long, did he decided to bring the venerations here?" Daere muttered glancing behind her, she a light pressure against her cheek, Hazel forced Daere to face her.Calmly she remarked"Daere, once Torin returns the both of you need to head to Kirkwalls docks."

"You're not suggesting i leave you here." Daere replied shaking her head, Hazel forced her head to stop, replying "You have too."

'If i hadn't helped him.. 'Daere wondered clenching her teeth together,moving her hand away Hazel stated"Don't regret what you did back there for them, it was the only way our people will be able to live in peace."

"But these people….your people need you." Daere replied,Hazel remarked forcing a weak smile."i think they will be fine."

'We shouldn't have left.'Daere thought weakly creaking her eyes open, lifting herself from the hard wooden floorboard she could hear faint footsteps pacing back and forth outside the run down cabin.Faintly hearing Torin muttered "Dammit, what did i get myself into?"

"No luck?"Daere inquired, stopping at the entrance.Tilting his head slightly,Torin answered"no."

"What about the deeproads path?"Daere inquired,Torin turned to look at her, replying"something tells me,Darth'nal has figured things out and will be waiting.Beside you dont look like your in any shape to fight."

"A few cuts and bruises haven't stopped anyone." Daere remarked half cheeky, Torin hand rest over his eyelids. Muttering "how the hell are we related?"

"You either live with the dry humor or want to murder me in my sleep."Daere replied dryly, sighing softly, she inquired "what do you suggest we do?"

"So far the avvar seem not interested in our presents, we could move on but neither of us have any idea who we need to speak to, do you still have any of your old contacts?" Torin inquired, shaking her head, Daere admitted "No, i haven't since getting mixed up in this mess. It had not helped Dirtheman made damn certain i was on a short leash."

"We could try to reason with that group." Torin suggested, Daere remarked "it would be hopeless."

"And why is that?" She could hear the annoyance in his tone, looking at him, Daere replied "Dirtheman pretty much controls all the spy network here,I admit it is my fault he does."

"If your serious about this, then we should head back. Torin stated, looking at him with confusion Daere inquired" why should it matter? "

"If they are your friends, dont you think they have the right to know?" Torin demanded, Daere opened her mouth to protest she closed her mouth.Resting her hands over her elbows, Daere turned her head away causing Torin pressed "well?"

"It is best you return to them then, if i go there is no telling what will happen."Daere admitted, pausing for a moment in his track,Torin inquired"Can i really trust you out here?"

"I know how to stay out of sight, besides i got him with me."Daere replied glancing at the wolf, resting his hands on the hook swords.Torin remarked"you going to need these."

"No, no more.I cant deal with this.Your the one heading back into a war zone, it wouldn't make any sense i take those from you."Daere replied shaking her head,Torin muttered"Alright, do you have a plan if one of them spots you?"

"Yes, now go."Daere pressed, staring at her for a second she could see the doubt crossing his eyes.Roughly she growled"your worried about them being compromised, standing here doubting me won't help."

"You're right, i won't be long"Torin replied turning his back to her, exhaling sharply she watched him disappear into the surrounding forest.Listening to the birds chirp from a distance,Daere felt the air suddenly change.Looking up at the branches, she watched a black bird starting to take flight.A sudden chill ran down her spine, causing her to wonder 'dont tell me that was him'

"It is just my mind playing tricks, why would he leave us alone for a week then appear?"Daere muttered, staring at the empty branch her mind drifted.'was it enough?could Hazel been wrong and they both…'

"I didnt expect to see you."a woman voice remarked,Daere turned her head.Covered in fur the avvar slowly made her way closer, Daere turned her back towards them.Growling "if your looking for Torin,you missed him."

" why did he leave you behind?"she inquired, stopping in her tracks Daere replied ",he is doing something I couldn't."

"It is dangerous out here during the night alone, I am certain our cheiftan will allow you to join us until your companion returns. "The avvar remarked, staring at the ground Daere thought'if that was one of Dirtheman's,should I risk it?"

"I will go if you allow the wolf to stay with me."Daere replied, slightly glancing back.A moment of silence passed before the avvar answered."of course, the wolf will be treated like our guest."

"Ma serranas."Daere replied, turning her attention towards the doorway.She watched as the wolf ear flickered, lightly Daere stated"Come on boy, it seems we are on the move again."

"I have heard of a group of your people that fight along side with these wolves, are you what they called.."the avvar inquired, watching the wolf stretch his legs.Daere slightly snapped"No, the only reason I have him.Is because there was an issue."
"What is his name?"the avvar inquired, turning to face her, Daere repeated slowly"Name?"

"He has to have a name, all animal companions should."the avvar paused, looking at Daere she pressed"why was he given to you if the two of you where not raised together?"

"By the time I had arrived, he already lost his companion.I know what they would have done if I allowed him to take out his aggression."Daere admitted,seeing the confusion.She explained"He bite my shoulder."

"And you allowed it, but why"the woman asked, slightly lower her gaze.Daere admitted" I thought I knew back then, but now I am not certain."

"Maybe there is a reason why the lady of the sky lead you here, who knows once the lesson is learned you will return to where you came from."she replied, slowly Daere wondered 'where I come from?'

"There is to many places I had been even before…"Daere stopped, she inhaling before answering"nothing about the way I lived was pleasant."

"Just because it never was, doesn't mean you can't change it now."the avvar explained,turning her head Daere wondered' funny how those words are starting to haunt me."

"I told you not to bother those elves."a growl came before them, looking up Daere saw no angry as the avvar woman stated".This woman doesn't seem like the others that have been attacking the travelers."

"You have been having trouble?"Daere inquired, thinking' They wouldn't be this low attacking, would they?'

"Not us but we have notice they have been targeting certain cavans."the woman explained, without hesitation the chietan added"it isn't through the fault of their own, time and again some of our scouts have witness some type of scrimmish happen."

"Why haven't any of you approached them?"Daere inquired, the avvar woman explained"we have tried, but your the first who even seemed to care what too listen."

"If I talk to them, would you be willing to allow them into your camp?"Daere inquired,she watched the two look at each other.Calmly he inquired"isn't it against your law to be living with our people?"

"I might not look like it but there was a time not too long ago I lived perfectly fine with the townfolk."Daere pressed, she could hear the confusion in the avvar voice "never once have I heard an elf say 'townfolk', when referring to the villager's."

"If they are any trouble, I am willing to pay the price."Daere sightly bragged,glancing down at the wolf.He finally stated"I will only allow it if you listen to your companion judgement.*

"You won't regret this."Daere replied as she bow, staring at the ground Daere felt the heavy bitterness linger on her tongue.Forcing her to wonder' I know nothing how this is trained, could I make certain none of them destroys these people as well?'

" While you guys are gone, I will let the hunters aware we will have guests."the chiefen remarked,Daere started to protest."I couldn't, if something goes wrong I don't want anyone from your tribe to get involved."

"We will be fine."the avvar woman stated,shaking her head Daere pressed"no...you don't understand…"

"What did happen to you?"the avvar inquired, staring at her blankly, Daere wondered 'should I head back? I know it has been a while, but he wouldn't just give up like this.'

"I can't."Daere muttered,resting her hand over her head.She stated at the ground,thinking 'i need to keep this together, what would they think if I just flipped?'

"There isn't any rush going down there."Daere could hear her say,inhaling sharply.Daere replied"it is best I don't talk about it, the sooner I find out who these people are the better."

"I think it would make this easier if we exchange names,I am Clever Moon." The avvar woman replied, holding out her hand Daere stared back .thinking'Please tell me the name 'Clever Moon is a joke.'

"How on earth did you get the name Clever Moon?"Daere calmly inquired, Clever Moon smiled." I lead the scouts here, after observing you and your male companion I thought it was best to approach.If it wasn't for the fact your hair is longer, it would have been Abit difficult telling the difference between the two of you."

"It is Daere."Daere replied slowly, watching the color leave Clever Moon face.Daere rested her hand over her arm,not wasting any time Clever Moon stated"you might consider not repeating that name to anyone, even we hear what they say about you.Once we get bac I can help you out before we eat."

"If you know about me, then why help?"Daere inquired,Clever Moon replied" If you have told me your name without that having that wolf standing by your side, I would have slit opened your throat.But the animal doesn't seem to bothered by your presence, how did it come to this?"

"First the matter at hand then I will explain."Daere remarked,Clever Moon inquired"you promise?"

"you my word."Daere remarked, studying her face Clever Moon replied"I am just going to have to trust you then, do you have anything on you if we come across any trouble?"

"No...wait hold on."Daere replied, pulling the tanto from her waist.Daere held out to Clever Moon, the avvar woman rested her hand over the hilt.Shaking her head, she remarked"keep it, even if I want to hear your side of the story, we don't need the others asking why I am bring you in as a hostage if you are already in trouble."

' wouldn't that be the best thing too do?'Daere wondered staring at the hilt,tying the loop back.Daere stayed behind Clever Moon, keeping her gaze down Daere's wondered ' do I have it in me to face him if it comes to it?Falon'din encounter proved surprise attacks don't work,and fighting Anduril had shown how exhausting it would be.The only way I could even get close is if he was suffering like Fen'Harel…'

"Did I do enough? "Daere muttered,stopping in her tracks Clever Moon inquired"are you certain you are for this?I mean I do appreciate if you are able to help us, but I cannot have you stopping like this."

"Ir abelas, I won't keep you."Daere muttered, bowing her head she could feel her nadded strands of her hair hit the side of her face.Glancing up, she thought ' I can do this, just because there are more of those people here that doesn't mean they are involved.But I did think they where involved when I first join them.'

"Stop it."Daere whispered picking up her pace, softly she stated" things are normally this...off, you are right shouldn't be thinking about anything other what we are doing."

"Are you certain your that mad elf that has the Templars tight asses in a bunch?"Clever Moon inquired, shaking her head Daere admitted"honestly I don't think I know who I am anymore, maybe there once was something to fear about me...but now...but now I don't know.I am just so tired."

"I understand, you must have been through a lot of your starting to get at your breaking point"Clever Moon replied, Daere remarked"Dealing with the assholes in the sky was part of my problem, at least with Darcy I had freedom."

"Is that what the man name is?"Clever Moon inquired, shaking her head Daere admitted"Torin, no I barely even met him and he is already making my life a living hell.Darcy had a power that could have rivaled the evanuris, it is odd how something like red lyruim weakened his state."

"Is that why he isn't here?"Clever Moon inquired,softly Daere responded"No, it so happened Falon'din and Dirtheman where in the area.We were not close, but Darcy wasn't all that bad he did what he could so we wouldn't get caught."

"What about the rest of your family?"Clever Moon inquired, feeling her eyes starting to harden.Daere felt a deep growl within her throat as she spoke" I don't know much about my mother, but the guy that was supposed to raise us didn't deserve anything less than what he got."

"I didn't mean to upset you, we are almost there…"Clever Moon remarked, clenching her fist, Daere thought 'Dammit Dirtheman why couldn't you have left that memory alone?'

"People are approaching, get into position."a woman voice could be heard shouting from a distance,they pause in their tracks.Clever Moon inquired"do you think we can limit their chances of attacking our blind spots?"

"Way ahead of you."Daere whispered, feeling Clever Moon back against her's,she held the black blade out.To her surprised, in the corner of her eyes Daere could see the wolf wag his tail slowly.Leaping slightly, he rested his chin onto the ground.A males voice could be heard inquiring"what in creators name is one the emerald knights doing way out here."

"No way, are those marks real?" The woman from before inquired meeting from behind the trees,walking, touching Daere arm, she studied the design.Asking while looking up at her"So it is true,Dirtheman finally found one after all these years.Where is Inari?"

"Dirtheman has her, but as soon as my brother returns we plan to leave Thedas behind."Daere answered, her male companion stated"No good, we have been working on removing our people from the veneration but lately they have been blocking our routes.Your saying there is two of you?"

"Yes,if you promise not to cause trouble and give me a moment I can tell you where he went."Daere replied, watching with weary as four others appeared.The make elven companion stated turning to look at the arrivals"We stayed away from their tribe for a reason, but we are starting to run low on supplies."

"If you are willing to exchange help we can consider what is given to you and your people if you choose to leave."Clever Moon stated,nodding he replied"Maybe for the night, or until her brother returns."

'so far this is going ok..but even f this is going smoothly, something has too happen right?'Daere wondered, turning towards his clan.The elven man ordered"make it look like we were never here, the last thing we need is Anduril picking up our trail."

"Anduril?Are your fucking kidding me that is who you have been hitting."Daere nearly shrieked, turning to look at her, he replied "just followers, but sooner or later we are aware she will be coming down here."

'i think I am starting to understand that feeling Craven gets being around me."Daere thought staring back at him, with a smirk he remarked"you have nothing to worry about, we have made certain she doesn't know it was us."

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"I wonder how long we can stay here."Daere muttered, turning her attention back to her wolf companion.She watched as he knawed on a bone,his tag slowly wagged as a branch snapped close by.Closing her eyes,Daere could hear Clever Moon inquired"you can join us, I already cleared your people with the others."

"I know."Daere remarked, pausing next to her, she could hear Clever Moon pressed"The why do I sense there is a but?"

"Bad things just happened to people who are around me to long, I admit most of it was my doing."Daere paused, letting out a sigh she contured" I don't know all what you heard, but things where not this bad.After Darcy and myself started to live on our own, we have tried to live in a small alienage.It kept us from being found out by the evanuris, but still the templars made him nervous.We saw what they did to some of the mages if they didn't comply, it was horrible but still we needed to survive."

"Is that when you pick up being an assassin?"Clever Moon inquired, shaking her head,Daere felt a small smile develop on her lips.Reply" believe it or not no, we both decided we would draw less attention if we worked for the inn.I didn't like it too much when some of the trucks got a little fresh, but Darcy had always managed to stir their attention.Then one night everything just seem to change,elven soldiers came.It shouldn't have been any thing new,but the aura around them felt wrong.He had advised me to leave,but I was curious because of the sigil encrested on the breast of their armor."

"What happened?"Clever Moon inquired,lowering her head Daere replied" they accused my brother for being our dead father, I couldn't let them take him back to the evanuris because of misidentification.Before I realized it the soldier closer to me was laying on the floor bleeding, not realizing the room was being watched until the next morning.Darcy was already gone when they arrived, I thought I did something but turns out they where impressed how I handled things."

"No one just have the skill to fight against some soldier."Clever Moon remarked,looking towards her Daere admitted"Your right, a family friend had trained me, it made my step father mad but even he knew I needed to defend myself."

"I still can't imagine seeing you working at a inn, I mean those stories?"Clever Moon inquired,Daere replied"Some of are true, it doesn't stop people for making up their own.I don't like killing,that is why I always wait to see if it is just along of the time it isn't.Just some half cock ass pissed because someone was too poor to completely pay off their debt."

"So something happened, I don't see that being a reason for you to call yourself bad luck"Clever Moon remarked,turning to face her.Daere replied"not long had I started working for that guild, there was one freak accident after another before I decided enough was enough. Certainly you are not here to listen about more of my past."

"Well if you don't wish me keeping on you every five minutes to make certain you had not poison the food, this does help."Clever Moon stated,watching a couple of the avvar hunters past by.Daere inquired"could you do something for me?"

"That depends."Clever Moon,turning her gaze back towards the wolf.Daere noticed him staring back at her, the bone laying motionless between his front paws.Wondering 'Why did he stop?He doesn't know what I am about to ask is he?"

"Isleen, what is on your mind?"Clever Moon inquired, turning to face her, Daere inquired 'If something happens that requires me to leave, can you take care of him?"

"Your not honestly going back to that?"The two could hear a male voice demanded,Clever Moon growled"do you not have enough manners not to butt in."

"Forgive me, but listening in on your conversation wasn't why I am here.Could you give me a moment to speak to her?" The elven man inquired,Clever Moon slightly demanded"give me names and I don't mind leaving the both of you for the moment."

" I am Alder, the others that left to aid Torin are Seona,Bram and Devon.The woman I know your people are getting weary of staking around, her name is Tara."Alder explained,Daere thought'and you couldn't have done this sooner?"

"Isleen, we will talk about it later.Have you thought about a name for your companion?"Clever Moon asked,softly Daere replied"I think I have,he was the only one that fought to survive after his first companion died.Even still his heart seems strong.So what better name to give him then Connell?"

" if the wolf is as strong as you pin him to be then I guess I shouldn't judge,you two try not to be long."Clever Moon remarked,turning her attention towards Alder.She could hear him scold"how insane are you going back when you made it this long."
"It is a procaution, something I don't think you understand."

"The way I see it is your afraid."Alder growled,feeling her eyes harden Daere snapped"That isn't true, I am just tired of innocent people getting hurt because of me."

"Wake up, they have been pulling this shit years before you were born."Alder snapped,a woman soft voice could be heard stating"You should not be so hard on her at least she has more of a reason then we did, besides have you not really question why Anduril people have been so active lately."

"If that is the case we should be questioning you,Tara"Alder growled turning towards her, studying her dark brown hair.Tara answered"I haven't told them anything."

"You work for Dirtheman."Daere blurted,without looking at her, Tara admitted"Only when I hear his call, this one he has been silent. It would be useless to kill me, I am more use to you alive then dead.Really if someone did come, it was because he tracked you here."

"I can't believe what I am hearing, we are not handing her over."Alder with a grown,Tara suggested"If we knew someone to remove his sigil from her, she could easily pass off as one of those dalish and she should be able to use her ability as she pleases."

"Have the two of you went through with the ceremony?"Alder inquired,shaking her head slowly Daere replied"I don't think I know what ceremony your speaking of, unless it has to do with the handfasting."

"I don't think even if we remove his sigil we can get her away from him."Tara admitted.Reaching towards his back,Alder muttered"I was afraid you where going to say that."

"Alder don't, if she is here it must mean he still does not have complete control."Tara remarked grabbing for his arm,faintly they could hear the wolf growl deeply.Glancing at the wolf,Alder slowly pulled out Daere's tanto.Causing her to demanded"you are not really considering stabbing me with that,are you."

"It seem odd you where here alone,but I wanted to hear you out before making my own decision.Tara you can do the rest by taking her body back once her spirit is gone, then you find out what has happened to Inari."Alder replied,Tara threatened"That is enough, or so help me the dread wolf will not be the one you will be fearing tonight."

"Are the two of you friends with him?"Daere inquired staring at them in discomfort, Alder turned to look at her.Replying"He helped us escape, in return we have been doing what we can to piss off Anduril soldiers."

"But she admitted to working with them."Daere remarked, pointing at Tara.She walked over to Daere,Tara clasped her hands over Daere's, explaining "for now I am free to do whatever I wish."

"No see if your working for Dirtheman, then clearly you are misguiding these poor son's of bitches."Daere pointed out yanking her hand away,she growled turning her back to them"just stay the fuck away from me,both of you.I am done,I want nothing to do with anyone that works for any of them."

"That shemlen didn't tell you did she?"Alder inquired, stopping in her tracks she slowly turned her head back, demanding"if she needs to tell me something, I rather hear it from fucking her.I don't do that he said she said shit.Too many lies and misinformation can be passed that way now piss off."

"I told you not to be going through her belongings."Tara whispered,Daere could hear Alder snapped"the summoner has already been defected by those idiots, we don't know if she could even do her job properly."

"Another thing dipshit, I would really like it if you guys stop seeing me as some 'tool'.I do have a name assholes."Daere sneered snapping her head back sharply,seeing the stun on Tara face she quickly recovered.Replying"Of course, m'lady…."

"Address me like that again I will use a small bone toothpick to gore out both your eyes before cutting out your tongue and shoving whatever is possibly down your throat."Daere threatened,Adler whispered"Are you certain we should not just…"

"No,now hand me that thing before we both get into trouble."Tara muttered,rolling her eyes Daere picked up her pace, thinking'I should have known even here I get get my distance, why did I even offer to speak with them.'

"Just you?"Clever Moon voice broke into her thoughts,blinking a couple of times Daere noticed the fur covered hut.Softly she asked"they seem preoccupied at the moment, where do you need me?"

"The hunters should be almost done."Clever Moon answered.Lowing her tone, Daere inquired"You wouldn't happen to have rice here, or something sweet like honey?Maybe some tea?"

"No sorry, we have but we do have plenty of fish."Clever Moon replied, Daere thought' why did I think the avvar here were any different from the parallel world I ended up in?'

"Will this be a problem?"Clever Moon inquired,shaking her head.Daere remarked"no forgive me for asking, all of this will take some time to get use too , I guess i just have to accept I can't have those things anymore."

"We might try to avoid the villages, but you could ask one of your people to make the trip there."Clever Moon suggested, with a sigh Daere admitted"I can't risk them being exposed if they have already been harassing some of the sentinels."

"About that, there is something you must know."Clever Moon remarked, slowly glancing at her. Daere replied"I assume this has to do with what they have been doing?"

"Yes, if your gods turn their attention towards us...I am certain you understand why they need to find places outside our village."Clever Moon explained,nodding Daere inquired "I understand,how long do we have?"

"You can stay here but once your brother returns it is best if the both of you to consider a new location."Clever Moon added,Daere stared at the avvar people and thought 'I shouldn't be too surprised for this outcome.'

"I appreciate your people giving us this time to gather what we need."Daere finally said, turning to look at her. Daere forced a friendly smile trying to reassure her,Clever Moon inquired"Are you ok with this?"

"We will be fine, I fear if the evanuris don't cause problems the venerations will."Daere admitted, quickly Clever Moon added"You know, you guys don't have to keep sleeping in caves or rotting cabins.There are some tree house scattered along the forest, I can show you real quick if you like."

"Wouldn't the question why we are late?"Daere inquired, tilting her head slightly she watched the avvar woman starting to walk away.She shouted"I swear the both of you can stop spying on us."

"You have to understand our own caution."Alder replied, Daere stared at them, wondering to herself 'this is the second time I didn't sense them..have I really lost my touch?"

"Isleen."Tara slightly mocked,Daere nodded her head as she stepped forward.Thinking' there will be plenty of time to figure that out, but right now this is more important right?'

"Clever Moon, let me make this clear,'Isleen' might not seem like she is all here but if either Tara or myself feel there is a motive…"Alder started to threatened,Daere looked at him with confusion.Wondering 'why is he threatening her when he was so willing to use my own blade against me?'

"If I was going to do you harm I am certain that wolf of hers is well trained to sense the danger, so you can relax.I have helped you so far, why would I betray any of you now?"Daere could faintly hear Clever Moon inquire, feeling dazed she could barely feel the grass under her feet.Faintly she could hear Tara state"I don't think Isleen, I mean Daere would be able to make it back."

"I strongly advise you not to use that name."Clever Moon pressed,Alder snapped"what is the big deal,Daere means more than fiend."

"Even if that may be true, the damages have been done.I don't know much about the trouble she is having with your gods, but my people will only see a lost dalish."Clever Moon explained,Alder muttered "who in their right mind came up with this?"

"I did, honestly when I was in that parallel world they thought I was from some dalish clan.No one hardly believed me when I explained to them the evanuris still exists in mine."Daere softly explained,Alder remarked"Clearly where you ended up must have been in a world full of dipshits."

"Enough,now Dae.. Islee, do you think you can tell me more about this place?I know Dirtheman has certain tactics, but being in a different world that is similar to ours sounds exciting."Tara replied,looking at her.Daere admitted"We didn't stay for long to notice much was different, but I will answer any questions as best I can.Why are we stopping?"

"Look up."Clever Moon answered,slowly as the sunset began to hit the trees the three gaze upon the trees platform.Daere whispered"Incredible, how do we get up there?"

"That plateform over there."Clever Moon pointed out,Daere slowly made her way towards the rotting wood.She could hear Tara remark"Almost reminds me of home, but instead of worrying about pebbles falling on us from rock ledges we will be waking up to bird shit. "

"I don't know, maybe bird shit will be a good look for you Tara."Alder remarked,resting her hand on the level.Daere pulled it up forcefully, feeling the sudden jerk underneath her feet.She calmly replied"Seeing the two of you are starting to give me a headache, I think I will take this time to look around.Clever Moon, if we don't make it back by the time the sun completely sets.Dont take it personal."

"If your not back, someone will be here with the spare food just not the rice and sweets you were wanting."Clever Moon replied,shaking her head she left them as Alder shouted"how the hell do you expect us to get up there?"

"I don't know things where peaceful without some bastard threatening me with my own blade."Daere shot back giving him the two finger salute,she could hear Tara groaned"Great I wonder how long this is going to last with two stubborn fools."

"Don't mix me up with that disrespectful brat that left us down here, Tara."Alder shouted angrily, watching from the tree tops Daere wondered.'Maybe I might be misjudging them too soon, but Tara.. what should I do with her? '

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'what is going on?'Daere wondered, feeling the cool stone floor underneath her bare feet.She made her way towards an open doorway, heading towards the light Daere could hear Mical voice"All of you presented before me have been accused of treason, admit your faults and tell us where that man you where with is."

"You have to stop this before it is too late."Hazel voice rang out, feeling her heart skipping a beat,as she reach the clearing Daere noticed the three instant pay.Mical confirmed to pace in front of them,Dirtheman held Hazel by the arm, digging a small blade close to her throat.He threatened "don't think you are out of the woods yet, no shut up before you join them"

"Hazel…"Daere whispered,pausing in her place she bite her tongue .Dirtheman turned to face her, then shifted his attention back.One of the three elven men growled"You really think we would tell you anything?"

"M'lord, it is clear the refuse to give you Torin where abouts."Mical remarked,Dirtheman muttered bitterly"Preceed, I have no time for this with that bitch loose. "

"It seems you have lost favor with your God "Mical replied,one throw back his head and spat at Mical feet.Grabbing a fist full of his hair,Mical yanked the elven man's head forward.Without another word he raised his katana and swung with such force, feeling abit nauseous Daere stood there watching the blood squirt from the exposed neck.Letting the headless body drop Mical slowly made his way to the next elven prisoner, Daere whispered "Don't.."

"Any last words?"Mical inquired, glaring up him the elven man muttered "at least we died free, unlike you traitor"

'this has to stop.'Daere thought clenching her fist, she contured to watch Mical swing wildly killing the other two quickly . Pulling a cloth from his pocket,Mical asked"Shall I start executing Craven and his team once they arrive?"

'Craven?That should not be possible, the last time I saw him they should have started regaining control over the situation.'Daere thought, Taliesin voice remarked"it is a lot worse then you think, falon."

"No, they know if we have them our chances of Fen'Harel not laying siege is high.Besides, I think Craven has found his uses after all being bait."Dirtheman answered, growling behind her Falon'Din walked past while complaining"You have too much faith in him doing this, I told you it was better for both of them to be dead so this could work."

"Falon'din you may not have witness the power she had dimistrated against Mythal followers but I assure you it is the last thing we need."Dirtheman explained, noticing him losing his patience.Falon'din sneered "And see where it got both of us, your little whore has vanished and I don't have what you promised."

" I was misinformed about them."Dirtheman muttered looking at Hazel, she calmly shot back.

"I told you it was rare for the summoners to be both women."

"I wonder what else you have been hiding from me, Inari."Dirtheman growled, he tightened his grip on her. Falon'din started to walk towards Daere,holding her breath she stood still as he remarked"I will take care of gathering Torin,just send word when you have that wrench back we have lost enough time and who knows when Elgar'nan soul finds another way back ."

"You brought me here to see this."Daere whispered, turning to look back.Watching Falon'din vanish, Taliesin admitted"Yes but you need to wake up before he senses your presence."

"Torin has been sighted close to the Inquisition camps."Mical admitted, Daere slowly looking back at them. Listening to Dirtheman ordered"Have someone greet him. make certain he doesn't get any further."

"Bring him back alive?"Mical inquired,eyeing the doorway, Dirtheman admitted"No there has been a change of plans, isn't that right Hazel"

"So you're going to betray Falon'din!?!"Hazel inquired in shock,feeling a shift against her skin Daere turned her head and listened to Dirtheman order"Cut out her tongue then lock her far from the others,Daere has to use her ability at some point."

'this is bad…'Daere thought opening her eyes, staring at the straw roofing above her, she could hear Alder snap"Fucking all night, how dare she keeps us down there an just falls asleep?"

"If someone you barely knew went through your things then completely goes off their wagon what the hell would you do?"Tara demanded,lifting herself from the hard bedding Daere made her way towards the doorway.Looking down the small stairs, she weakly demanded"How did you the two get up here?"

",Alder just keep your mouth shut, please."Tara demanded pointing a finger at him, crossing his arms over his chest.He muttered glaring at Daere"I have been giving you guys orders since day one and you dare to tell me to shut up?"

"You do recall me telling you we are friends with Fen'Harel,I hope."Tara stated,staring at them blankly Daere muttered"How can I forget?"

"That wolf, his companion was one of our people.Not everyone wanted to try and live either the dalish or the alienage elves,we knew they would always be watching.It really did help the other emerald knights when it came to curbing the spread of the veneration curses.I say after giving this place a look around while you were out, this place must have been an out post at sometime."

"I will try to be back before nightfall,if she is as bad as they have been saying just be careful."Alder finally growled, making is way towards the platform. Daere inquired"Where are you going?"

"We didn't get those supplies the avvar promised, I might as well see what we need to do."Alder started,Tara snapped"Out right murdering her because she was thrown into this is not the logical answer, I swear since Dirtheman you have been abit."

"We don't know what he is holding back,but both of you in my opinion are nothing more but ticking time bombs."Alder growled,Tara calmly explained"Look at her, if she was a threat don't you think he would have better taken care of her. Dont you think she would have been better armed instead of holding onto a blade with the very type of metal that can weaken them."

"As much as I appreciate you trying to defend me, I don't believe either of you.To many people have proven I am nothing to them in the end."Daere replied dryly glaring at the two, shifting her attention back to Daere,Tara remarked"I don't think you completely accept that if you lead that avvar woman to us."

"No I don't, but if you want me to be honest when I made the offer I didn't think I would end up with more ancient elves."Daere replied dryly, in a distance they could hear the platform being lowered.Softly she added "I am not saying I am any better then they were, but the last few people I thought I could trust turned out to be a complete jackass."

"Fen'Harel may have had his moments but he did have his reasons.."Tara started, shaking her Daere admitted"Not him, I understand why he did it and really before this shit storm happened it was partly why I return to Darcy.I have tried being what they called 'normal', but the more I forced myself, the more I felt alone because it just didn't feel right wearing a mask.At some point things did get to overwhelming,that I just wanted things to end..ir abelas I know you didn't ask."

"You must have been holding onto a lot."Tara replied, studying her face Daere admitted"I just learned to suppressing the pain as best I could, but still the pain won't go away."

"Instead of suppressing,why don't you figure out what it is trying to teach you?."Tara inquired,Daere inquired"and what would that be?"
"It is something that you should figure out,da'len.Have you tried meditation?"Tara explained, softly she added"certainly that is something they taught you."

"That bastard considered my abilities 'unpure' and discouraged me from using it."Daere felt a growl threaten, Tara sighed.Softly she stated"Days before Anthony met up with Sarff, he was more leveled headed then the others…"
"I already know hat happens and all it does is support the reasons why I shouldn't try anymore."Daere muttered, softly she added"I already feel bad that we have managed to escape for the time being, but the others that haven't been targeted by Dirtheman wrath…"

"They will be free don't worry but right now worry about building your strength, you will need it before the end"Tara replied, turning her back to Daere she made her way towards the rugged leveler.Watching her pull the wood pole down, Daere asked" what more can I do?"

"Use the knowledge that you have,da'len."Tara replied,Daere groan"could you please don't call me 'da'len'?"

"It is either da'len or lady lavellan."Tara pressed with a slight smirk,Daere quickly threatened "neither or i set this place on fire with you in it, I should do that anyways.No one can work for Fen'Harel and claim not to be free from Dirtheman control."

"In the beginning I admit it was hard, but after awhile a lot of us realized we were disposable. Dirtheman didn't give a damn if we died as long as his own ass was covered, he never paid heed what we did.If you need a reason to trust me then here."Tara stated moving her hands towards the bottom of her blouse, she started to lift up. Realizing what was going on,Daere darted towards her.Nearly tripping she tripped her hands over Tara,clearing her throat Daere demanded "What the hell do you think you are doing?You really think I am going to allow you to outright…"

"Calm down,and let me do this.Even if they did have an agreement that sigils should be within sight,Dirtheman did have us mark differently.Once we died as a result of a mission, they simple vanished so he wasn't to be blamed."Tara calmly explained, studied her face. Daere wondered 'should I allow her?How many people have I came across just lied?'

"Don't worry about it."Daere muttered, turning her back to Tara.She could hear Tara remark "wow, they really did break you.And I don't mean by the method Dirtheman had us endure, did you really think I was going to pull out a small blade?"

"Dirtheman did nothing but fuel my hatred for them."Daere snapped jerking her head back,glaring at her Tara remarked"I bet being with him didn't help, but no.I see why Fen'Harel had hide your things the night you first arrived."

"How would you know?"Daere growled,softing her tone Tara explained."Some of those rooms were not empty that night.We really didn't stick around to question who was in his room this time."

"This time?Let me guess these evanuris have some hidden scoreboard going."Daere demanded, feeling her angry rise she clenched her fist.

Tara raised her hands up in defense explained"I never said that, just a bit surprised he picked someone from here."

"Could we please just stop talking about this, I already want to jump into the next scalding water to get the filth off."Daere grumbled shaking her head, lowering her gaze towards the floor board.She could hear Tara starting to move, feeling her hand resting on her arm Tara remarked"I didn't mean to bring up old memories."

"It has been nothing but old memories and nightmares since we have been able to rest, if fact I think I just witness your friends being executed"Daere admitted,Tara tightened her grip, demanding"What are you talking about."

"The only times I was able to truly slip into the fade was in dire situation, they were looking for Torin location to have him assassinated.The other three didn't give them what he wanted, s they where executed..ir abelas."Daere replied, closing her eyes she could hear Tara remark"It isn't your fault,so don't blame yourself."

"I could have said something."Daere pressed,Tara place her finger under her chin.Lifting her gaze,Tara remarked"even if you where there, chances are you wouldn't be yourself. Knowing Dirtheman he has been trying to drug you or a least have sort of control, the fact you are here men's your will is a lot more stronger then he had expected."

"I wish I could believe you, it took me a while before I had accepted Craven cared about my well being even still I feel I cannot trust him."Daere admitted,smacking her hand away she made her way towards the railing.Leaning forward,she could hear Tara inquired" Can I tell you something?"

"Even if I say no your going to tell me."Daere muttered, turning her head she noticed the massive wolf sleeping close to the entrance with his tail covering his nose.Slowly approaching her,Tara explained"what you went through was bad, there is no excuse to put any child through that trauma but it could be so much worse.I cannot tell you how many people i had witnessed murdered by Dirtheman hands, just because they were not perfect in his eyes. "

"Why would you say this?"Tara inquired, without looking at her Daere admitted"This wasn't the first time that bastard acted on a half ass plan, at least with the venerations the only reminder I had was the mark they made me believe was a birthmark.If it wasn't for Dirtheman who knows what else I would have lied to myself about."

"I see,I wish I knew what to tell you."Tara remarked,looking at her Daere inquired" I know Craven story,but what about you?"

"In your state i am afraid if i say much, you would head down there without much of a plan, but i assure you both of us are the same." Tara carefully explained, Daere thought 'how could we even be the same? Does this still have to do with his hidden army? "

"Then why are we not considering to take that army away from him? "Daere inquired ,Tara rested her thumb underneath her chin,replying "that would piss him off,and it is risky.I can open the eluvian we used but if there is a war stirring among them that place will be heavily guarded.I need to talk to someone before we proceed. "

"Your ok with this?I mean leaving me alone"Daere inquired as Tara climbing onto the wooden railing,without looking at her Tara answered"you wanted freedom, besides your right I don't think something like this can wait.

'I doubt it would be enough for them to forget everything I have done.'Daere realized, she watched as Tara leaped down.A black cloud quickly covered her body, within the darkness a raven dart right into the sky. Daere thought 'It must be nice being able to shapeshift like that, I can only imagine how it would have made my old job easier getting into locked house.'

"Let me guess, you have to run off too?"Daere inquired sharply, she turned her head and watched while his ears twitched towards the sound of her voice.Groaning she thought 'I really need to learn how to make better friend.'

Listening towards the birds in a distance,Daere turned her gaze back towards the forest below, muttering. "I should be down there getting familiar with this place, but looking at the vegetation something tells me I would get lost way to easily."

' ontop could i handle what may be down there? Should I worry sending Tara out like that back fire?What if she is heading to tell Dirtheman where I am located?What would he do..."Daere wondered feeling the panic creeping in, a tug on her leg brought her back. She looked down to see the wolf glancing up at her with his golden eyes, sighing softly Daere knelt in front of him. Resting her hand ontop of his head, Daere replied"If you trust her then I shouldn't doubt that she is going to speak with the people you came from."

"I knew that woman was nothing but trouble the moment her partners starting dieing ."an angry male voice growled below her, Daere shifted her glance over the edge. She could see two men in rogue outfits started to emerge. They stopped suddenly below her, the second stated"Do we really have to listen to that Dirtheman fellow? Honestly what she did to Azenor and Blair was unforgivable, I don't think we should just hand her back over to them Daere needs to be punished for murdering not only them but the others as well."

"I agree but having those knife ears hanging around our hideout, I don't think we will be able to make that dumb bitch an example."the first remarked,without hesitation his companion replied"Then we do it here, I overheard two of them talking about some sensing bullshit from the fade."

"I don't know, it sounds like he has been hitting the elf root pretty hard lately."the first remarked, watching the second shake his head.He inquired"I wouldn't doubt those mages, remember how when the Templars used to have their order hunt them down?"

"Do you think that is what they meant?"she could hear, closing her eyes Daere listen"I don't know but the one thing I'm certain , we have to get our hands on that bitch first."

'I knew this was going to happen, but did it have to get this bad? 'Daere wondered bitterly, opening her eyes she looked back down. She watched as Clever Moon approached them with a couple of avvar hunters standing on each side. Clever Moon demanded "i hope you have a good reason for trespassing

"We don't want any trouble, we are looking for an elven woman.Dark brown hair, light brown skin?She is not hard to miss because of her odd colored eyes."the first man explained,Clever Moon replied bluntly"No."

"If you see her, preceded with caution, in fact just attack, don't give her a chance to react that woman is dangerous."his companion threatened , slowly they walked further into the forest.Clever Moon crossed her arms over her breasts then glanced up at the tree linings, Daere thought as they eyes met ' this isnt good if she is here.'

"Isleen, we need to talk."Clever Moon finally said,with a sigh Daere slowly lifted herself to her feet, muttering while she made her way towards the leveler" i hope that guy didn't mess up our arrangement this quickly."

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You don't have to do this,bring a dalish armor would have been enough. "Daere remarked, staring at the ground she could feel clumps of hair falling onto her shoulder.Clever Moon brushed the strand a side, stepping back she replied" they are looking for an elven woman with shoulder length hair, based what you told me no one from your old guild knows about these marks."

"The way they were talking, even if they had the wrong person those men would have killed me out of frustration.Not everyone there cares who they harm, but I am not saying they are the only ones that has a few bad apples."Daere admitted, slowly standing from the tree stump.She looked back at the lowered platform, Connell sniffed around the base of the tree.He stopped and started to lift his leg, Turning to face Clever Moon,she inquired"where did you get this any ways, I didn't think you guys even got close to the dalish."

"About a month ago, some of the hunters were patrolling the border and a light caught their attention.Thinking it may have been a wasp that got lost, they came across this mirror with a wolf on each side."

'that might support Tara theory, how much land does this guy control's?'Daere thought, she inquired "your hunters just brought this back and didn't question any of it? Don't you find it odd?"

"We didn't see a reason, it isn't the first time we came across something that belonged to your people."Clever Moon explained,Daere almost demanded"Do you work with them?"

"We don't get involved, I thought I mentioned this before? From time to time we would see someone with a wolf like that by their sides, but we had been advised if we step in another human, elven war will break out."

"What do you mean?"Daere asked,softy Clever Moon answered"before I was born most of there was a problem of children from my clan vanishing.It wasn't until the hunters found out about a group of your people sacrificing them to demons."

"Those bastards."Daere muttered,Clever Moon inquired"who are they?"

"I don't know much about them, the only thing I know is they saw my own people as an opportunity to fight against the evanuris.What does that have to do with a war?"Daere pressed,Clever Moon answered"I wasn't there, but what I was told growing up. My people fought along side with an elven mage that controlled a giant wolf and another who used the black birds in the sky."

'Lovely, and here I am breaking up this friendship.'Daere thought,letting out a heavy sigh she wondered' how much more do I need to screw up these people lives?'

"Stop it, just stop it."Daere whispered,she could hear Clever Moon inquired."Did I do something wrong?"

"No, ir abelas...did Alder make it there without any trouble?"Daere inquired, seeing the color leave Clever Moon face. Daere pressed"they caught up with him, didn't they?"

"That is mostly why I am here, the hunters raised the alarm when they returned to our camp. It seems those soldiers are starting to comb this area, i didn't expect to come across those men." "Clever Moon explained, staring at her in disbelief.Daere thought ' this bad, we shouldn't have stayed as long here. '

"You can head back up once i am done, but what the hunters informed me. They overheard the elves talking about burning down these trees, I don't know if this has to do with the mess you're in but you might need to re-strategize."

'I should warn Tara, but i don't know if she is to blame for this. What am I supposed to do? If i go back up there chances are i will burn to death.' Daere wondered looking back at the tree, closing her eyes she turned her attention back. Daere stated "i will face her head on if I need too."

"Your kidding not to be rude, Isleen but you still look like you're going to drop dead any second. I bet you still haven't eaten." Clever Moon remarked, shaking her head weakly Daere admitted "We were taught to endure anything this isn't the first time, besides I hate to see this place burn to the ground."

"I think this is a bad idea, but i am certain the others would appreciate you doing this for them." Clever Moon remarked, looking toward Connel. Daere ordered "i don't know if you can understand me but you need to stay with Clever Moon people until i am done."

'If the stories of those two are true, I cannot risk anything.' Daere thought, Clever Moon asked "do you think that is wise?"

"Even if i wasn't raised like the others, Anthony did share stories as warnings. One of them involved the dread wolf and Andruil, even if they might have been stories i had fought against her personally. She is ruthless like the others, and if you were there you would understand why some consider them immortal beings." Daere explained, Clever Moon asked "if she is that bad, what do you plan to do?"

"I will figure something out." Daere remarked, thinking 'this shouldn't be any different than freeing innocent people from the templars cages. Besides how can I sleep knowing they will share the same fate as Taliesin, this will be the last time I stick my neck out for them."

"The scouts have reported there is some carts sitting not to far from here, I don't know what you will expect there."Clever Moon stated Daere inquired"and what do you plan to do?"

"Those people give me a bad feeling, I hope you don't have any objections?"Clever Moon asked,Daere shook her head and answered"no the way I see it you're doing everyone a favor."

"Be careful."she could hear Clever Moon muttered, feeling the roughness of the ground underneath her bare feet.Daere wondered'why am I helping a guy that just tried to murder me? Seriously I should just turn around..'

"You're not really a bright one."a male voice demanded, stopping in her tracks. Daere lowered her head, thinking bitterly"Shit, just what i need. Here i was hoping to move things along quickly.'

"Turn around slowly."he ordered,tilting her head to the side Daere inquired innocently"I don't know what you mean?"

"What is a dalish doing here,without any weapons none the less?"the sentinel demanded,keeping her cool.Daere replied"I heard Lady Anduril was in the area and wanted to seek out some guidance."

"Sounds fair enough but you are going the wrong direction,there is nothing ahead of us.Tell me who's markings do you bare on your face,it is no where near any of the gods."he growled,without hesitation Daere blurted"I know it is new but we have heard Dirtheman has picked a mortal like myself,what way to show some support then create a design."

'this isn't going to work.'Daere realized watching him harden his glare, roughly he stated"You are here for the prisoners and mock the dalish. "

"Prisoners?I have no idea what you are talking about."Daere pressed,hearing a sigh.The sentinel muttered looking past her"Drop the act,Dirtheman hadn't forced those shemlens to occupy Anduril for no reason."

"Just like a good little soldier you plan to turn me in, I assume."Daere remarked dryly,unhooking the keys from his side.The sentinel replied"no, the last thing I want is you putting me in a choke hold again."

"Again?"Daere inquired with confusion,watching him toss the keys towards her feet.Eyeing him with weary, Daere listen to him admit"even if Anduril punishment was unbearable,I could never stop asking myself why you spare me."

"You did nothing wrong that deserved death, I knew you were just following orders but it still didn't feel right strangling the life out of you."Daere replied, realising 'he is the one I used the binds against that day, isn't he?'

"You are more merciful than these gods,I am starting to see why Fen'Harel has been doing so much to protect you."the sentinel remarked,Daere shook her head and grumbled"Half the shit I have been through was because of him."

'you can't completely blame him.'she could faintly hear Talesin stated,thinking bitterly Daere thought ' haven't you done enough?Your dead for fuck sake.'

"Why don't you help me?If what you are saying is true, I can't do this alone."Daere replied,she could see the hesitation cross his eyes as the sunlight started to cast shadows in front of her.Nodding he remark"I will assist you,just remember to act fast."

'to late too consider going back now.'Daere realized, lowering her gaze she kept a distance from him.Closing her eyes, she groan feeling discomfort in the pit of her stomach.Not looking back he scolded"you should not have bothered coming if you are going to drag your feet."

"I am not doing this for myself."Daere muttered,glancing up.She caught the concern in his tone"Then why are you here?Why sacrifice your own well being, steal one of the mounts and run."

"No even if I choose to, they will continue to hunt us down like animals I refuse to give them the satisfaction."Daere growled,pointing away he remarked"we should split here, da'len. Once I start talking with the other's make quick work freeing your friends."

"You're coming back with us,right?"Daere inquired,looking at her oddly the sentinel inquired"why would you be concerned?"

"They will never forgive you for this."Daere pointed out, walking away he muttered"just hurry."

'why do I offer him to come with us, more importantly how many are here anyways?'Daere wondered, staring into the dark forest she slowly made her way off the path.Her mouth started to water as the smell smell of cooking rabbit soon drifted into her nostrils, cursing silently"why didn't I eat instead of arguing with those two."

"You where taking along time taking a piss, we were wondering if there were more."she could hear a woman voice remark,keeping behind the trees Daere soon spotted the cart.Listening closely for footsteps,she picked up her pace.Upon reaching the iron doors,Alder looked up and hissed"What are you doing here?"

"What does it look like, you know I could just leave your ass here."Daere growled between clenched teeth,wrapping her hand around the smooth padlock, Daere place the key into the small hole.Turning the key she heard a small click,unhooking the padlock she tossed it towards the ground as a familiar voice uttered"Daere?"

"You can say for once I am not the one in trouble."Daere replied, feeling the wood beneath her feet.She looked over the others, silently she counted'one... two...three...four... shouldn't there be more here?'

"I don't understand, why are the other carts empty?"Daere inquired, a male voice answered"none of us know what has happened to the others, the one thing we know this is an ambush and you just walked right into it."

"How did you get past Anduril sentinels?"Craven demanded, kneeling down she sorted through the keys, testing them against their chains.As a key slide perfectly, Daere twisted with little effect, not looking up Daere answered "one of them."

'this...isn't key right, why is the metal more silver than iron?’Daere wondered, placing the key down.She brought the chain closer to her face.Tilting her ear up slightly, Daere muttered”why do the need ,silver?The only creatures they would need this for is the werewolves, but they should have been clear off the face of th map...shouldn't they?”

“Just because you don’t see them doesn’t mean they were killed off.”Alder grumbled,Craven growled”Don’t tell her that.”

“Craven do you happen to know how too shapeshift?”Daere inquired, turning her head towards them.Uneasiness wash down her spine, watching the others rub their wrists.Craven held out his hand, remarking”Daere.”

“Answer my question.”Daere demanded,Craven admitted”Yes, Taliesin learned from Mythal after we escaped.Because of our different levels in magick, I choose this.”

“explains a lot.”Daere muttered,placing the cuffs back on the ground.Craven inquired”You're taking this way to well, when we first met.The first mentioned of us would have made you would have more of reaction, why?”

“I don't know.”Daere admitted, lifting herself up.Alder groan”it seems our tims up.”

“what do we have her?When does Fen’harel start using the dalish?”the woman demanded, pausing for a moment.She remarked"that isn't a dalish, Lord Dirtheman was right that abomination…"

"Could you guys just for once question what is going on instead of placing blame on Fen'Harel"Daere snapped,Alder sneered"Hush up."

"No no let her speak, I actually want to hear this one."Craven muttered,the elven woman explained"We heard from Slyaise sentinels when they returned the shemlens ordered your execution after some issues, Dirtheman was the one to inform us Fen'Harel somehow survived and is keeping you against your will."

'what in the name of halla shit...fucking hell Dirtheman does he not understand this is going to bite him in the ass once everyone wises up?' Daere wondered, before she could answer. The elven woman ordered "Hurry, tell them it is worse then what we imagine."

"Hold on, let us not make this a bigger deal the it is.." Daere tried to explained, just as her sentence finished a huge blur ran past her. She stood there , watching while the werewolf raised its massive paws. Feeling a hand on her shoulder Daere turned to see Craven looking on ward as he muttered "you don't want to watch this, falon."

'How many times does this cycle need to continue?' Daere wondered, turning her head back. She raised her hand up into the air, feeling a weak electrical surge Daere watched as a bolt of lightening struck the ground.Slowly the werewolf turned his gaze towards the,blood dripping from his massive jaws as another of Anduril sentinel emerged with his tabar at hand. She could hear Craven demand"Daere, what was that?"

"I guess we are all full of surprises,now leave the rest alone"Daere calmly remarked, lowering her hand she walked past the werewolf standing over the dead sentinel.Calmly he uttered"Twice now you spared me."

"Idiot." Alder growled, feeling a rough grasp Daere spun around sharply.Feeling a sting across her cheek, she stared at the surrounding trees. Craven voice rang out"Alder that was uncalled for."

"Craven it is ok." Daere muttered, touching her lip.Looking at him, Craven sneered"No this isn't acceptable, Alder when we get back i want you restrained."

"Don't you get it? If you think it was bad Dirtheman playing guessing games placing those shemlen in different locations with Fen'Harel captives, she just lit the beacon. It will not take long for this place to be swarming, even worse you have to think how he will handle the avvar here."

"He is right you know." Anduril sentinel admitted,Craven remarked"I am aware."

"What are we going to do?" She could hear someone ask,feeling Alder loosen his grip, he pressed angrily"There is only one thing you can do."

"Sarff may have pissed you off when she was alive,but Daere is still your blood."Craven growled, walking in a daze Daere muttered"It is ok, I am certain your soldiers don't need me to be even more of a burden."

"This has nothing to do with.." Alder voice trailed off as she walked further away, from a distance she could hear the crickets starting to chirp. Keeping her pace.Anduril sentinel inquired "your really not with them?"

"No, there will be too much conflict if i had protested their decision. This way is better, until i am able to leave with the rest of the others I just want to enjoy what time i have left." Daere stated, stopping in her tracks she turned sharply. Demanding "if you do plan to stay with me, there is one more thing i would like your help with."

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How long do you plan to stay out here?"she could hear the elven man asked,feeling the rough tree against her cheek Daere watched more of Anduril's sentinels disappeared behind the gate of the wooden fortress.Feeling the ground moving, she closed her eyes, forcing herself to steady herself, muttering"As long as i need too. "

"Even with the creatures here,there have been sightings of veneration close,how do you plan to handle them?"he inquired, tilting her head slightly.She listened to him approach closer.Turning to face Anduril sentinel, she noticed the darken vial nested within his steel mitten gaunlet. Daere looked up, asking"What is this?"

"It isn't much, but this will help.There have been times the enemy got their hands on Dirtheman customize poisons, and where used against us.It isn't lethal if the victim is given this to counter the effects before their heart stops because of lack of oxygen from the slow blood flow." He explained, without a word she snatched it from his grasp.Placing the vial on her lips, she drank the bitter liquid.Thinking 'Dammit Zeke you really have been holding out on us with the better poisons. '

"I figured you would be more cautious than this."he inquired, Daere slowly lowered the vial realizing 'he is right, but right now i cant doubt him if he got me this far.'

"If you were aware your time could be over, would there be any second thoughts if someone has a solution?"Daere muttered, dropping the glass, she used the back of her hand to wipe away the lingering droplets.Heading towards the small fire, Daere bent to pick up a burning stick.Listening to him "No but… what are you doing?"

"Simple solving the problem, I am going to set that place on fire from the outside.It would take too long going to each room trying to find that mirror and smashing it to bits buying Fen'Harel troops any time if they proceed their focus here. "Daere calmly explained, watching the flames dance.She wondered 'maybe I could do something right with my life, if the emerald knights do get their attention it maybe enough to go back without any trouble and leaving.'

"But would this be considered running away?"Daere muttered,slightly demanding she could hear the elven man inquired "Then why don't you just conjure up the lightening again."

"Between you and me I was trying to save the last of the mana that was left."Daere admitted,he demanded in confusion" what do you mean by last of the mana? "

'Dirtheman still must not have told them everything, why would he?'Daere thought, slowly turning to face him.She explained"I don't think I can tell you anything, but I know something is very wrong with my magick...there wasn't supposed to be lightening when I casted"

"Good we manage to catch the both of you."Craven voice rang out, turning to face him Daere growled"shouldn't you be with your pack."

"Don't start being that way Daere, what is the plan?"Craven growled stopping in his tracks, Daere nearly demanded"Planned?I am doing this alone, I can't risk…"

"Shut up, if you insist to keep digging your grave I might as well knock your ass out myself."Craven threatened, Alder mocked from close by"Odd hearing you threatening someone that could have you executed just by sneezing the wrong direction."

"Outrank or not,I rather risk it then her conturing to make stupid choices."Craven
grumbled,softening her tone Daere admitted"the veneration have caused the avvar enough grief and they don't need to worry about Anduril or Dirtheman for that matter coming here anymore.So I am going to head in there and smash the eluvian"

"You really dont seem to understand they dont need the eluvians to appear when they please, tell me why haven't you explain to her just how powerful the evanuris are?" Adler growled, in the faint light Daere noticed a small developing bruise.She inquired mockingly" I don't think I saw those injuries when we left?What happened?"

"You should put out the fire and retreat for the night."Craven ordered,turning to face him.Daere held the flaming branch outward, replying "I know all too well what will happen if actions are not taken now,go back I am buying you and your people time in return we will move swiftly."

"What needs to be done for you to understand we are not you common soldier, how many times do they need to bring you to the brink of death before you understand I am trying to help you." Craven remarked,Alder stated"Craven, you know it is getting to much work cleaning up her mess. Either do it my way or knock her out already."

"I don't need you to clean my mess."Daere sneered,Alder shot back"no niece of mine is going to keep making a fool of herself just because she is still pissed at what hand she was dealt with."

"Niece?You kidding right?I mean that isn't even possible since…"Daere stopped herself, she stared at him, thinking 'i just found out my own twin was with the venateran and I don't know much from my own family, so how could this be any different?"
"Are you coming?"Anduril sentinel inquired breaking into her thoughts ,shaking her head,Daere muttered"yeah, the sooner the better."

"Lerthan."Craven growled,Lerthan nodded.Softly he remarked"i have no intention handing her over, but the only way we will know if this works she needs to try.I can't imagine either Mythal or Fen'Harel holding back after what Anduril had us do."

"Before the two of you head down there to get yourselves killed, I want you to answer a question for me."Alder pressed slightly, turning to face Daere,he asked"where is Tara?She was supposed to make certain you were not doing shit like this."

"I don't know, after you left I told her a bit about my dream then we got to talking about the others still in Dirtheman grasp."Daere answered, shaking his head Alder admitted"then she is wasting her time."

"Once his numbers are thinned.. "Daere started, she paused noticing the shift in Craven mood.Softly he explained"we think the only reason Dirtheman had allowed you down here wasn't just because of Sylaise request, but to purge those he considered where no more of use.Hazel had warned me, but i didn't believe her until they struck the camp before the battle with the tevinter magister."

"If they are his source why would he murder them?" Daere demanded, Alder snapped "From what i am hearing Dirtheman hasnt been treating our people much better than Anaris and his brothers, I have witnessed those who have refused be given to the darkspawn.There is no doubt in my mind Dirtheman would murder those who use still refuse to bind to his will once he has what he wanted."

"But what if the darkspawn return" Daere inquired, Craven admitted "I think he has that planned out, but there is more.Those people Mythal believes that were brainwashed by Dirtheman will be forced to fight against the scaled beasts because of your abilities that are immune to the corruption."

"We are wasting time or have you changed your mind?"Lerthan growled,Daere looked at him.She remarked"i haven't, hopefully there will be some there willing to help us take over without any more bloodshed."

"Craven you are not going to stand here while they head in there?"Alder inquired sharply,heading down the steephill Daere could hear Craven replied"the one thing i agree with Fen'Harel is she must find her own path, that doesn't mean we cant step in if things get worse.Besides I don't sense any of their presence, it doesn't make me less concerned for their progress."

"You didn't know most of the emerald knights had lycanthropy, did you?" Lerthan inquired, Daere answered "If I had known the day Taliesin and Craven helped me out this was going to be my life from then on, I would have ran the opposite direction and gone back to working in a tavern close to the ocean shores. Darcy may have thrown a fuss, but at least it was some honest money and less blood."

"From what I have been hearing the deal between June and Darcy would have been sealed if he hadn't disappeared the day before you were to return." Lerthan muttered, watching the fort grow closer Daere could hear someone shout from above"Lerthan, is that you? Where are the others?"

"They were ambushed by the creatures that live here, but i convinced the avvar to get involved for his sake. Ir abelas we didn't arrive sooner." Daere shouted, pausing in their tracks she could hear someone mutter"what is Lerthan doing with a woman this late,check to see if the bastard is drunk."
"Open the gate." They heard a shout from above,listen to the groan of the heavy door Letharn muttered"I hope you know what your doing."

'I hope so too.'Daere thought as her vision started to blur,taking a deep breath she forced her body to steady Daere stepped forward.Thinking 'this might not have been one of my best ideas, but it is too late to turn around.'

"What in abyss name, how did you manage to find her?" One of the elven soldiers inquired,she could hear a woman muttered"screw how did Lerthan find her, shouldn't we worry if she had done something to him?"

"Does it look like I am any condition to retaliation?Just allow me to rest in peace, lethlan"Daere remarked weakly,glancing towards the side,she gasp upon seeing a rope muzzle wrapped tightly over Connel mouth.Feeling her own throat tightened,Daere turned to face the soldiers who started to gather.Catching a quick glance of Clever Moon, Daere demanded"why is she here?"

"It seems these attacks where well planned, we have just received a message informationing us the outpost with the other captives have been targeted by those shemlen outlaws.The way this woman with the wolf was stalking the men Dirtheman had left us,we figured she is one of his agents."

"I know I haven't done anything to gain anyone's trust, but you have to believe me the avvar don't work for them.In truth they want to be left alone, and who can blame them?"Daere replied,Lerthan touched her arm gently, nervously bye remarked"forgive her, just let the avvar and her pet go while I take…"

"Don't bother alerting the evanuris, she has to stay here until things settle."she could hear someone replied above her, Lerthan turned to look and inquired"what are you talking about,why would it be an issue?"

"The attacks seemed to be well planned, Fen'Harel had poisoned the minds of that group.."the first stated, clenching her fists.Daere snapped"that isn't true, I may not know what is happening but they see what is going on.Dirtheman is lying to all of you, truth be told if he is willing to order both Falon'din and Elgar'nan execution there is no doubt in my mind he will turn against the others."

"Lord Dirtheman may have had issues with Lord Elgar'nan,but he wild never send out such an order."Anduril soldier growled, Daere could feel the uneasiness grow as more started to gather.Daere growled"it is true, why do you think he had so much interest with Inari and her people?"

"Inari has been dead for centuries,Lerthan make certain she doesn't leave…"the elven soldier started to order,Daere snapped"how stupid are you?Hazel is Inari, the last I saw of her she was alive.Further didn't Dirtheman tell all of you Fen'Harel was dead?"

"I thought it was kind of odd how he has resurfaced after he showed the others his creaked helmet."a voice remarked,Daere pressed"then let them go, I would never ask this if it I believe they where a threat."

"I understand you may mean well, but we will have to see what Anduril needs to say.Lerthan take her back, I am certain there is no good reason why she needs to stay."the first elven solder growled, opening her mouth. Daere felt a faint breeze rush past her, watching in shock as an arrow buried itself in his armor.The elven soldier struggled, blood started to develop at the corner of his mouth.Listening to the other scrabbled towards his aid, Daere turned her head back towards the gate witnessing as more arrows started to rain down.Feeling a tug on her arm Lerthan growled between his teeth"if your going to do it, now is our chance."

"They need to be free or they will die."Daere whispered,looking her dead in the eyes Lerthan growled"You will get us both killed, let me free them.Head to eluvian and shatter the glass like you planned, there is one in Anduril quarters."
"Where?"Daere demanded,Lerthan sneered pointing towards one of the buildings"in there go."

'who is attacking this place?"Daere wondered, hearing the arrows land behind her.Anduril elven soldiers rushed past.As she reached out and touched the round knob, a defending sound echoed from behind.A male voice could be heard ordering"push them back."

"Why does shit have to blow up when trying to one simple thing?"Daere sneered silently, opening the door.Her eyes settled on the elven woman sitting between herself and the eluvian,thinking 'did Lerthan lead me into a trap?No he seem honest when he mentioned he was done.'

"A dalish leading an attack, no I doubt either Mythal or Fen'Harel would allow someone so weak to intervene and those marks..it has been a while but you must come with me.I assume you know how dangerous it is turning back."Scathath remarked calmly, closing the door slowly behind her.Daere replied"I see your doing better, Scathath."

"It was a painful process but Lady Sylaise managed to make it bearable,how do we need to do this?As you can see with the enemy upon us it isn't safe for you to be here much longer."Scathath stated, slowly standing up Daere remarked"their not here for me, Dirtheman provoked them."

"Only to put Fen'Harel back in his place and to find you,he really has been worried."Scathath pressed, staring at her Daere could hear Taliesin whisper"It is what Inari had told you, it is the side effect that drove Anthony to madness."

"If you really care to what happens to these people, come back with me I am certain a trace can be made."Scathath stated, stepping forward Daere growled"Don't come any closer, do you know what he is doing?I never had an issue taking them out one by one, but what he wants…"

"Is good for everyone,think about it once Daeth'nal and the other two are dead we will finally have no conflict.Torin could never understand and Falon'din would have this world filled with the walking dead, but Dirtheman believes in his vision.How can we question it?"Scathath inquired with a faint smile playing on her lips, Daere whispered"what he saw was false, I believe what the others say.This place will burn to the ground if he succeeds, besides there is a flaw. He is looking for an heir of his own but I.."

"We know, that conversation wasn't held back after you rode off with Lady Sylaise soldiers.She may have found a way, as we speak others who have suffered from the red lyruim taint are starting to recover."Scathath explained,Daere inquired"how is that even possible?"

"Come with me and you will see."Scathath pressed, outstretch into her hand they could hear the door rattled.Hearing a faint whimper from Connel,Daere turned her head.She watched as his canine teeth chewing on the bottom of the doorway.Lowering her head Daere turned to face Scathath, inquiring"what will happen to those here?"

"There is nothing either of us can do, with things in motion we have to let the fight play out.Only afterwards once the dust settles can anything be done."Scathath explained, exhaling slowly Daere turned to face her.Clenching her fist, Daere swung at her.Feeling the pain shoot up her arm,Daere growled rubbing her knuckles "Fuck, I knew you guys where hard headed but isn't this much?"

"I thought we could do this civil like you keep going on about,but it seems force is nessarcy."Scathath muttered, grabbing Daere by the wrist she twisted then tossed her into the hard wooden floor. Lifting her face up from the hard wooden floor,Daere could feel her head throbbed with pain.Daere looked up seeing the handle, reaching up Daere thought 'almost...I just need to…'

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"I swear your head seems more in the cloud then those castles."Darcy grumbled, keeping her head up Daere felt a cool breeze brush past her warm skin.Staring at the faint image of the stone walls,she inquired "Do you wonder how it is possible they manage to keep the castles from crashing into the villages down here?"

"I am surprised you are showing any interest in their affairs"Darcy remarked,turning to face him Daere inquired"it isn't that I want their lifestyle,I just want to be able to settle down. Aren't you tired of having to check the wards when we find a place?I know we had a chance to travel with that group of dalish through the pass, but with those two agents of Fen'Harel..."

"If you doubting my judgement departmenting when we did, don't. If we had stay, after what you did to Mythal's worshippers I don't see her being forgiving."Darcy warned,lowering her eyes, Daere placed her palms over her elbow, whispering "you know I didn't have control back then, but that wasn't my fault. What i can never forget is why their vallsin was blood red..."

"Blood red? Daere why didn't you say something sooner?"Darcy demanded,Daere whispered"I didn't think it mattered. "

"Our father's blood is on my hands because you failed to mention this." Darcy snared, Daere snapped "Yours not mine, I cant explain it…I just feel that man has nothing to do with me."
"Your just being an idiot." Darcy growled, turning his back towards her, Daere blurted "I am not stupid, I bet your not even aware of those soldiers with June's crest tracking us again."

"And how would you know this?"Darcy demanded, listening to his footsteps ,Daere turned around quickly,raising her hands up in defense.Her body tensed up as he yanked her wrist forward, he continued to press" how do you know this?Don't Tell me you have messing with those damn demons again."

"I just wanted to know who was following us."Daere voice betrayed her with a quiver,watching the cold expression vanish from his eye,Darcy muttered"Then maybe it is time to finish what he had started,it may take a while but I will see if some arrangement can be made for the both of us once we arrive at Amaranthine."

" Darcy, I don't want to end up working for them.Cecil has told me.." Daere remarked,letting go of his grip, he growled"You know better then to talk to him,Daere.Tell you what, once we arrive I will give you a week to find a way for us to survive.Serving drinks will be out of the question since I won't be around but this will give you a chance to see if you are fit to live among the shemlens without me."

"Without you?Do you plan to be a servant?Have you forgotten how they were treated them during Ghilian'nan stupid celebration."Daere slightly sneered, noticing a faint dark vein starting to crawl up his neck, she wondered 'what is that."

"Even if we are not born with the same influence as most, it is rare we can coexist being here.Once the order figures out we are not like their prisoner elven mages in their circle, who knows what they will do?"Darcy explained as the smell of cinnamon drifted into her nostrils.Feeling dazed, she watched the veins darkened.Inquiring softly"I don't understand, when we bleed isn't it red?"

'were is that smell coming from?what is wrong with his neck?'Daere mind started to race,Darcy shook his head,stating calmly"it doesn't matter, people always fear things they never understand."

"You need to wake up before he finds you."a familiar voice ordered, turning her head.Daere stared at the elven woman in confusion,muttering"Who?"

"Daere, we should get moving I want to make it before nightfall."Darcy remarked, watching him walk towards their stolen horses.Daere wondered 'this can't be right, can it?We moved to avoid the evanuris, but what if I remember wrong?'

"Taliesin, do you…"Daere inquired, she stopped upon seeing nothing but darkness starting to surround her.Lowering her head Daere let out a sigh, muttering"I am left more questions then answers."

" and your calling me irresponsible?You saw her condition to begin with yet allowed her to walked past those gates."Tara voice could be heard shouting,creaking her eyes,Daere groaned in discomfort.She heard Felidas remark softly"Take it easy."

"you have not been around Daere long enough to realize trying to restrain her isn't the best ideal, besides how was I supposed to know you were bring back an army?"Craven shot back,sitting up Daere looked at Felidas in a daze.Resting her hand over her forehead,Daere grumbled"I am starting to think my losing streak isn't over."

"Who did this to you?"Felidas inquired,glancing up Daere noticed the steam coming from the wooden cup.Softly she answered"Does it matter?"

"It does actually, if this was actions from one of our own it needs to be dealt with."Felidas remarked, turning her head away Daere noticed the rows of beds spread out.Feeling the panic starting to emerge,she place her foot onto the ground, muttering"I can't be here, if he is looking for me you guys…"

"Relax, da'len so far we have reports Dirtheman is busy fixing his own mess from the battlefield."Felidas explained,tilting her ear slightly,Daere inquired"what do you mean?"

"Some of Sylaise that was mixed in the crossfire gave reports about Mythal putting an end to the corrupted dragon giving the Inquisitor a chance to finish Corpheus.You must realize seeing those that are supposed to be dead well alive would cause the other to question further Dirtheman recent activities."She could hear Felassan voice explain close, exhaling sharply Daere turned her head towards the doorway.A couple of sentinels stopped in their tracks, barely could she make out a dragon sigil resting on their breastplate.Closing her eyes,Daere thought 'well shit, i should have expected this day to come'

"I dont see your friends are here for good tidings." Daere remarked looking back at them, Felassan replied with annoyance "after what Craven reported then refusing to give your location, Abelas felt it was necessary just in case."

"As you can see I am no threat Craven still managed to keep hold of my weapons and I absolutely know this would end in another shot show if I tried, but either way even I dont blame you for not trusting me."Daere stated, Felidas remarked "Felassan, she needs to stay here. Whatever is in her system may yet still be there."

"Larthen gave me something to counter whatever the hell Dirtheman came up with." Daere confessed, slowly Felidas turned her head, demanding "You willingly took something from them without knowing what it was?"

"For the past few weeks I have been vomiting what feels like my guts and couldn't keep my eyelids open long enough to move, why don't you think we haven't gotten that far?" Daere answered calmly, softly Felassan ordered "you two stay here."

"You might as well sit back down." Felidas remarked, nodding her head she muttered"Right."
Why did Craven lie? 'Daere wondered, keeping the cup steady she lowered herself back onto the bed and stared at the brown liquid. Felassan asked "what was Dirtheman going to accomplish attacking the inquisition while they were dealing with the remaining red templars?"
"I dont know anything about that,yes it looks bad I disappear the night before.. but if I had known dont you think i would have said something?" Daere replied, eyeing her with suspicion Felassan stated "You have to understand my doubts."

"I do, honestly I dont think there is anything that could be done to make up for any of it." Daere admitted, keeping his tone steady Felassan asked "where you aware that Dirtheman may have place spies within our ranks?"

"You dont really believe she would have known this and not say anything?" Felidas inquired, slowly looking up Daere answered "I knew."

"Why didn't you say anything instead of making threats?" Felidas scolded, softly Daere replied
"At the time it didn't seem that important,after what i witnessed in the alterverse I only figured so much that happened there maybe avoided here.When i had decided it was best to say something, I just knew the moment we doubled back… I...I dont think i would have made it to someone who would want to listen. "

"Felassan." Felidas started, she stopped when he asked "What did you witness?"

"Even if it was such a short period, I didn't need to see much to know our world was heading down that path.There was barely any magick left. They still at least had the grey wardens, but that too was fading. Mythal from what their Fen'Harel had told me, was dead and he was on his way to get revenge for what they did.He suggested if Mythal was still alive here, to stop them."

"If this other Fen'Harel told you to stop Dirtheman, why Mythal?Why our Fen'Harel? Felidas inquired, Daere replied "what else? Even before getting involved with Dirtheman, i could see the circle these evanuris had created needs to be broken before anyone is going to get peace."

"As noble that may sound, there will always be someone that will rise above others.That is why Mythal has done her best to keep the balance, Felidas I need to speak with you. " Felassan explained,without word the two walked away.Placing the cup onto the floor,Daere made her way past the rows of the wounded,wondering 'how much more of this do I need to see?I didn't say my plan was perfect but at least people wouldn't be dying by the dozens over something so stupid.'

"Figured you would have dragged this out." Torin groaned, pausing in her tracks Daere looked at him. Bandages covered half his face, blood could be seen soaking the cloth.Softly she replied"Didn't feel this was a time for games, how far did you get before Dirtheman henchmen arrived?"

"Barely made it to the first place we made camp before they ambushed me,I would have appreciated if you had told me they were going to be a problem." Torin grumbled, studying his wounds, Daere asked"I wasn't aware he was changing his plans like this,how long do you have to keep that covered?"

"The woman that was speaking to you told me if I didn't want to scare anyone away, it is best I keep it covered from now on."Torin explained,Daere muttered"it can't be that bad, I mean if you fought against us.."

"I wasn't expecting an ambushed, the only thing that made this encounter much more different then is they know how to keep quiet."Torin growled,Daere lowered her head, muttering"seriously I am not that bad."

"Can we help you?"Torin growled,turning her head slightly she barely noticed they had company.With fair skin the elven woman approached, carrying the wooden cup Daere had place moments before.Softly she spoke"Craven did go through the pain convencing them to allow you to have this."

"You didn't have to bring this to me."Daere replied, feeling uneasiness started to grow,the elven woman slightly pressed."I know but I didn't think you wanted this cold."
'this woman doesn't seem like she goes on the field often, but why does she make me feel uncomfortable?'Daere wondered,taking the wooden cup from her.Daere replied"Thank you."

"What is up with you and that guy?"Torin demanded, turning her attention back Daere inquired
"Why does it bother you?"

"Those people are supposed to hunt us down, thats what is bother me."Torin stated,staring at him.Daere realized 'it seems we don't think so differently, but still.'

"Craven...Felassen...I don't fully believe these people are like the others,can I ask you something?"Daere inquired slowly,Torin grumbled"even if I say no, your still going to ask."
"Did you know anything what has been going on?This maybe a long short but the only other person I could have asked was Darcy, but he is gone.I want to know if there was another side I maybe missing, like by chance what I may have thought to remember is different then what was going on."Daere slightly pressed,softly Torin answered"your better off just asking one of them,but I can tell you what I know."

"Was there ever any conversation about what Anthony was trying to achieve?"Daere asked,for a moment he paused.Softly he admitted"it may have been rumored Anthony was just another agent for Dirtheman,I don't know the details just it was mentioned a couple of times.We were marked the same night Mythal interfered,but after that Cecil had trouble tracking his locations.The moment we are told Fen'Harel was holding you hostage,I just knew there wasn't anything more to do but to cleanse the area."

"I was never a hostage to him."Daere remarked,slightly he demanded"then why were you with Dirtheman, Fen'Harel did hand you over to him didn't he?"
"It wasn't like that, Dirtheman was supposed to help me understand more about my abilities.He didn't know all this was going to happen, neither of us did."

"As much as those two have been seen together, I don't believe that bastard wasn't aware what was going on." Torin grumbled, softening his tone he added "As for Darcy, I am sorry our father made him suffer."

"Cecil is the one that did it." Daere implied, shaking his head slightly, Torin admitted "no, believe it or not I think he knew were you where at the time but Alder had made him promise not to say anything. Once Daeth'nal found out, he let out his wrath against him also."

'That would explain the curse marks on him..' Daere realize as an imagine of Cecil re-amerged, listening to his breathing starting to get heavy she looked back at the doorway. Her eyes rested on a hooded figure just sitting on the ground, causing her to mutter "how long have they been there? Should i request Felidas to give them the spare bed?"

"Are you ok with this? We do not know how long it will be before Mythal decides what is to happen towards them." She could hear Felassan remark, Craven demanded "she shouldn't be put through this, this isn't her fault. If Fen'Harel had listened closely to Mythal warning and gave her the time she needed, none of this would have happened."

"You are enough trouble allowing them to leave." A male voice growled, Craven replied "Abelas you know i am right with my actions, if they have stayed within our sights they wouldn't be here."

"Sadly he has a point, until we figure out who is a spy and who isn't we need to rethink this. For now they should be safe, but for how long I dont know." Felidas admitted, bring the wooden cup to her lips, she could smell the faint scent of cinnamon. Creaking her eyes, Daere took a sip, she allowed the smooth warm liquid slither onto her tongue. Such a familiar blissful taste of the smooth skim milk mixed with the rich sweetness of honey tangled within the herbal chia. Sudden her mood changed upon tasting a familiar bitterness, Daere open her eyes and expected to see the elven woman watching for her reaction only to find she had vanished. Placing the cup back on the ground, Daere muttered "why wont they just leave me alone."

"What are you doing way over there?" Felidas inquired, looking at her with a blink expression, Daere inquired "is it possible I can see the avvar clan, before we are taken back?"

"It isnt my call, but from my understanding if the heed Abelas warning they will be leaving this area before Anduril turns her focus back here." Felidas admitted,pausing for a moment she inquired "why?"

"They know only parts of the truth and I want them to know who I am." Daere remarked, shaking her head Felidas muttered "all you will do is stir up trouble, but I will ask Felassan if it is wise for you to do this."

'It isnt like i can make things any worse.' Daere throught, turning her attention back towards Torin. She watched his chest raise then fall, wondering to herself'he may have confessed but how can i believe him? Further why did Dirtheman change his mind so suddenly, did it have to do with what this man tried to accomplish back then?'

"Dont stress yourself too much da'len, no one is perfect.If you think your able i do need a hand here" Felidas stated calmly, looking at her oddly Daere slowly stood, muttering quickly"yes ma'am."

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It is kind of hard doing my job with you tensing up."Myra growled keeping her hands over the wounded elven soldier shoulder,watching the light blue flames vanish from a distance Daere accused"Why did you put the lyrium in my tea?Do you realize how much that ruins the favor?"

"I don't know what you're talking about,I saw that you left it and thought I would be nice and give it to you before it got cold."Myra snared shooting Daere a sharp look,exhaling sharply she turned her head and watched Flidias help the hooded figure to their feet.Thinking bitterly 'liar, how stupid do these people think I am? Honestly I maybe abit naive but lyrium doesn't just pour itself into drinks, she has to be one of that bastards pests.'

"Daere could you get me some more royal elfroot, there should be some stored in the barrels out back."Flidias slightly ordered, she could hear someone muttered"Are you certain this is ok?I mean she could finish what Dirtheman tried to do."

"I don't see a problem."Flidias remarked,nodding her head slowly Daere felt the small rough peddies under her feet as she stepped outside.Looking around she realized' they took over this place?but why wouldn't it be better just to burn it?'

"Well I guess it is a good thing, hopefully I can pick up the trail we left coming here."Daere muttered, for a second her vision started to blur.Closing her eyes Daere swallowed, bracing her hand against the side of the wooden hut she opened them slowly, making her way towards the side.Not far she could hear a male voice inquire."Tell me again why Craven isn't doing this?I mean he has experience being around that woman."

"The same reason Fen'Harel shouldn't be here, they are too involved with Daere. It is his fault they were not secured earlier during the battle" Saoirse grumbled,keeping her head down Daere darted towards the back upon hearing another inquire"make you wonder what will happen to that wolf."

"Hold that thought,I just saw something disappear back there."Saoise demanded, feeling the lumps from the woven twigs Daere lifted the straw crafted lid.Glancing down she noticed the bareness bottom,Before she could place it back down the bandana around her neck tightened, turning sharply Daere came face to face with a small gathering of helmed emerald knights.Clenching her teeth together, she listened to one demand"you will answer the seneschal"

"Se-ne-schal?"Daere repeated slowly,with confusion, tilting her ear slightly up she looked at Saoirse while she demanded"yes Seneschal which means I outrank Craven,now what are you doing back here?."

"I asked her to get some more royal elfroot."Flidias growled, Saoirse stated"you should have sent Myra to come get it,I understand you may see that this woman may need some space but must I remind you we don't know how much influence Dirtheman has over her."
"I don't believe we have anything to worry about, while she was unconscious I wanted to see if there were any other injuries I notice despite the sigil still present, the lines are broken."Flidias replied,Saoirse demanded"we still cannot take that chance, just like the other captives we need to not give her any opportunities."

"Trial or not something would have done this place would have been swarming with them."Flidias explained,glancing at Myra with weary,Daere thought'i wouldn't put it past him for sending one, Dirtheman might be a little unhinged but even he knows somethings can be kept in plain sight.'

"Stop glaring at me."Myra mouthed silently,slowly an emerald knight walked past Daere and looked inside the barrel.He remarked"It is empty."

"You kidding."Soairse growled, glancing at Daere then grumbled"I will send some of you out with Myra,if Flidias wants...Daere out there I guess it should be fine."

"Good then let me speak with the avvar or head back to see if they left me any supplies."Daere offered, Soaise hissed"it won't be necessary,we don't need the shemlen to take care of our own, beside it will be asking too much."

"They may help, they did offer…"Daere started to protest, Soairse snapped"I said it won't be necessary,Abelas is already with them trying to get them to relocate before Anduril uses last night as an excuse to use them as target practice."

'she blames me..why isn't this new?'Daere thought bitterly,chewing the bottom of her lip she listen to Soairse bark"She comes back, when Torin regains conciouse long enough to walk, we need to consider getting them back to the Arbor wilds."

"I understand, do we have any weapons to spare for her?"the emerald knight asked,feeling her anxiousness kick in Daere muttered"no."

"If you're heading out there,you need to pull your own weight."he barked,Flidias replied,resting her hand on Daere's arm"Daere no one is forcing you to go,besides this may not be such a bad idea resting."

"It was never like me to stay idol, besides the last time I did it costed my half brother's life."Daere replied slightly turning her head,inhaling sharply she thought'why is this bothering so much? It shouldn't be normal to be bored by his death, what we were taught..'

"Are you certain you're ok?"Flidias inquired,Daere nodded. Soairse remarked"then don't do anything I wouldn't for your sake understand,listen to my knights they know what their doing."

"Yes miss.."Daere stated calmly, Flidias warned"Daere please don't start."

"I am going to ignore that, Felassen I am certain will be waiting to monitor the situation himself while I stay here."Soaise stated, watching her turn around she could hear Myra add"if she passes out again I will be there."

"I think I would take my chances with Larnthal offered thank you."Daere calmly answered, Flidias replied glancing at Daere"it isn't to late and reconsider."

"Flidias I appreciate your acting like your concerned for my sake, but the one thing we were taught is if I can't take a few punches then there is no reason I should be alive.You need herbs,right?Well the least I can do is make myself useful and I don't think I can here feeling like people are glaring at me."Daere calmly explained, Flidias gaze slowly shifted towards Soairse as she paused in her tracks.Myra quickly remarked"we will wait for the others by the gates."

"We won't be long."he replied, wrapping her hand around Daere's arm Myra remarked"don't worry about a thing."

"I knew Anthony lost his mind but this?Brainwashing his kids after Sarff passing is a little much."Soarise stated sharply, Flidias lowered her voice"that isn't all what Fen'Harel had found out, he has been using the same herbs that were given to keep the new ones sedated on her."

"Drugged?But there isn't any herbs as far to my knowledge that could…"Daere started to protest, tightening her grip Myra stated"Come on,isnt polite listening to them talk."

"But there is no logic to this?There is ways to poison, stun and heal, if I knew there was a potion to zombify a person emotions why wasn't I taught this?"Daere demanded,loosing her grip Myra explained"coming from someone that would stripe down to her bare breasts just to murder people, I don't blame him not teaching you.Besides didnt you do more damage without knowing how to drug people, or did you forget what you did to Craven?"

"I didn't mean any harm."Daere muttered,keeping their pace Myra sighed.Making their way past an emerald knight placing a wet stone onto his blade, she caught a glance of his companion lowering it's head between it's paws.Myra stated"that maybe true but you need to realize the side effects your abilities have on both the caster and their victim."

"How come some of the soldiers don't have wolves?"Daere inquired looking around,Myra explained"there is so many reason, either they are killed I battled and the knight refuses to replace them or in your people case despite not being able to shape shift they are not comfortable. Normally the wolves pick their twin souls once they learn to walk, from then the soldiers treated the animals as an extension of themselves."

"I guess that makes sense, I figured it was because of the lycanthropy curse."Daere replied,Myra stated"it isn't a curse but a gift like any other shapeshifting ability."

"Since your people are able to shapeshift does that count as commiting beastiality?"Daere inquired,stopping in her tracks Myra stated at Daere in disbelief"what?why would you even ask me this?"

"Well the fact werewolves have fur they are considered to be animals don't they?Wait did I just commit beastiality being with both Fen'Harel and Dirtheman?Isn't that worse then the incest?"Daere inquired, resting her finger under her chin, she muttered"I haven't committed incest but still I may need to really scrub myself off when I get the chance."

"No creators no, it isn't beastiality I don't think...why are we even having this conversation?"Myra demanded in horror, muttering"why do you have to twist an innocent gift into something just so wrong."

"Well I didn't go into details in fact if it is considered beastiality I know of a few brothal's that may pay high price for those wanting to live on the wild side.Daere muttered, not hiding her disgust,Myra growled"just stop, personally I don't see one of our own degrading themselves just to please the shemlen like you.

" Daere what are you doing now?"Tara demanded, turning to face her,Myra nearly fumed"is she always this way?"

"The depends, what is going on?"Tara inquired,cocking her head slightly, Daere acknowledge"I was just asking if it was considered beastiality to fuck someone that is able to shapeshift."

"You really don't have better time on your hands but to make people uncomfortable I assume."Tara stated calmly, Daere shrugged her shoulder replying"it was a honest curious question."

"No something tells me your trying to provoke, stop it."Tara scolded,letting out a heavy sigh Daere turned to face Myra,grinding her teeth slightly she muttered"Ir abelas, it was wrong to even think some of the emerald knights might consider…

"Daere, I know being here maybe difficult but please try to restrain yourself from such behavior."Tara warned,glaring at her, Daere thought 'are they really going to man handle me?Guess the situation could be worse.'

"Your right."Daere muttered,rolling her eyes Tara grumbled" seriously I figured you would show some gradituted."

"Could you ask Myra why she ruined my tea with lyruim?I know Dirtheman had been pulling that shit, but at least he was smart enough to make certain there wasn't more then a couple droplets the"Daere demanded,Myra shouted"for fuck sake, I didn't put shit in your drink."
"Daere it is ok to let your guard down,if someone had it may have been an accident."Tara explained, clenching her teeth together Daere thought' it has to be her, she was the only one near it.Would they even believe me if I don't believe this was an accident?'

"Where are the two of you going anyways?"Tara inquired,Myra answered"we are going to see if there isn't anything growing out there,but at this rate we may lose more before an answer is given too Mythal."

"Hopefully it isn't just the two of you."Tara remarked, shaking her head Myra replied"no a few other will be with us, to be honest I think we should take Daere idea and speak with the avvar.Abelas may give us an earful, but you trust them right?"

"From a distance they seemed ok,but after what happened I fear Abelas may need 'Isleen' there to smooth things over."Tara explained not hiding her concern, Myra demanded "Isleen? Dont tell me your encouraging that."

"If they knew she is Daere we don't know how bad things can get, Myra" Tara stated, Daere slightly nodded her head. Answering softly "I understand what is at stake, but if things are bad I cant promise the outcome."

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There is enough room if we need to bring back anymore wounded." Myra remarked hitting the side of the wagon,feeling the rough gravel under her feet Daere made her way to Felassen, listening to him muttered"I want to say be back before nightfall, but I am aware that won't be the case."

"Why is it so bad being out there after dark? The darkspawn I am certain you guys have pretty much taken care of, right?" Daere inquired, turning to face her, Felassen remarked"Abit of an understatement."

"Abit of an understatement?That should be a yes or no answer" Daere replied,she slightly tilted her head towards the side,watching him turn his attention back to the uncovered wagon.Calmly he answered "Da'len do you know how those creatures are created?Even if these people have killed billions until those who are responsible there will always be more."

"Do know the evanuris are the ones responsible for creating the venerations and for those people enduring this torture."Daere answered, calmly he warned "unless you know something we don't or the real reason behind their own madness, I suggest you keep your comments to yourself before false information starts spreading and cause more trouble."

"Me?no I guess it hasn't gotten old how wild this story has gotten,how is it none fueling kingdoms manage to hold it long enough just to hide the conflict here?" Daere inquired, dropping his hand down in annoyance,he turned to look back at her. Replying"what mind I ask are you after?For someone that kept complaining about living their live with the humans your sure poking alot."

"If you want me to be honest, I don't see myself going back unless there is a law stating Dirtheman's cememony was null and void."Daere pointed,narrowing his eye Felassen demanded"that shouldn't be right."

"I thought you guys knew?"Daere inquired,she could hear Myra growl"shit are you kidding me?Not only are we risking it with holding Andurils people, but…"

"Calm down, Myra,this may have been what Craven was trying to explain.Either way,Mythal may have an idea how to handle this."Felassen remarked,Daere replied quickly"Even if the bastard went against my deceased mother's wishes, dead or alive Daerth'nal will be waiting so really I don't have any options.Don't sentinels have rules against arranging under age marriages?Wait, don't answer that Sylaise did mention how she saw this maintaining peace but what I don't understand why they didn't do this before discovering Inari people."

"Tell me where do you stand with all this?"Felassen inquired,lowering her eyes Daere answered"I honestly don't know, before even meeting Craven I just took the days by stride. Dirtheman should have been an easy kill but now I am starting to question everything, if Anthony truly was trying to arrange things with Dirtheman then who told me they were the enemy?"

"You see why some of these spells and potions are forbidden, chances the day you wandered off and ended up with the formless one sigil.Anthony may have considered keeping his word." Felassan remarked, glancing at him, Daere inquired "how much do you know about what happened?"

"You still don't remember?To be honest not much, there were scorch marks covering Mythal's armor. She seemed quite pissed about something, really once Abelas is back he would be the best person to ask. Just avoid your usual threats." Felassan remarked,Daere muttered"I think I was pass."

"Is that all?"Felassen slightly demanded,staring at him blankly, Daere thought' the battlefield should have been the best time to escape, but I am starting to see it is impossible.'

"Why did Soairse call herself a seneschal?"Daere inquired,seeing the confusion cross Felassen face.She quickly remarked"I know it is weird hearing me ask this."

"Indeed it is, if you are aware of the chranty's ranking then you would understand about the branches. The seneschal is rank fouth within the officers group, they are above the knights and their ranking system. Then you have the soldiers with their ranks, as for the sentinels they are guards meant to be in places considered sacred like temples."He explained, staring at him blankly, Daere wondered 'Holy shit,how am i expected to keep up with this? '

"While Anthony was trying to prepare you, I assume you skip out in your lessons?" Myra remarked, glancing at her Daere muttered "I kind of brushed it off , what Cecil had to teach me seemed more interesting."

"So sacrificing innocent people seems more interesting then?" Myra demanded, shaking her head Daere uttered "no, not like that he…"

"Myra are the jars secured?" Felassan demanded, nodding her head she replied "yes, but you shouldn't excuse her confession."

"Myra what Cecil taught her had nothing to do with what me and my brothers have been doing." Geldauran. Growled,she hissed"I don't care if Fen'Harel is ok with it, you should not be here."

"Then by all means tell me how your people plan to get through this fog without my help?You know Daerth'nal is waiting out there"he sneered, Felassen remarked"we don't need any of you agrueing."

"Well If your coming then I guess…"Daere started, turning to face her, Geldauran uttered"whoa, where do you think your going?"

"She wants to go out and help gather what we can while we search for the other."Myra remarked,shaking his head, g. ordered"no, that isn't going to happen, Felassen are thought you were smarter than this?"

"I didn't agree, Flidias seemed hesitant but figured allowing her something to do would keep Daere out of trouble."Felassen explained,staring at him in disbelief.G. growled "let me get this straight, aware of being poisoned and suffering a head injury let a lone not know what those two have been through.On top of that we are facing my brother and the alliance he sent here plus whatever nature has in store."

"Felassan if I stay here it won't be for long." Daere warned, Myra sighed, she muttered "I already agreed to try and keep her in line, besides I am curious about this lightening Craven was babbling about."

"Lightening? Those type of spells shouldn't be possible." G remarked, softening her tone. Daere admitted "it is, it isn't permanent, look it is a drawback from taking in certain mages mana.. ok?"

"Explains why the others started to pick up our abilities rather quickly." Geldauran replied, Alder growled close by "don't get her wrong we still do have out limitations, that is where we failed because of the lack of willing mages. Your people made that well known, but even i can see Dirtheman did something just looking at those markings."

And what do you think? "Felassen inquired,Alder stopped and studied Daere. He replied''Just a guess,he may have infused some of his power with the marking,and why we need to take action before anything happens to Inari."

"Tara mentioned she was dead.." Daere muttered, Felassan remarked"I think she may have been a bit misinformed with what we were told, but they had mentioned the other evanuris have came to a decision."

"What is going to happen to her if i stay here much longer." Daere inquired, her voice starting to sharpen. Myra warned "Felassan think about this carefully, Fen'Harel isn't in the best position if she decides to lose control and Abelas isn't here to assist. "

"Daere has the right to know, but you are right this discussion can wait" Felassan replied glancing at Myra. Daere quietly threatened "I promise you all abyss will let loose if you don't answer now."

"Last report we got before Elgar'nan had ordered Dirtheman place be turned upside down, he demanded for your location. It isnt clear if Dirtheman is playing dumb, but even if the attack down here did suggested some of his people helping the venetorians to cause choas Elgar'nan wants payment for his attempted murder."Felassan explained, Myra quickly cut him off "Felassan, please I really think this is something that can wait until there is enough people here to restrain her if she decides to snap."

"Myra, i can handle anything he has to say thank you." Daere growled through her clenched teeth

"For fuck sake, Dirtheman threw Inari under the wagon and now Elgar'nan wants to over see his execution. Something i am assuming Dirtheman knew would happened after you left"Alder added, Daere turned to look at him, correcting"Her, if she is your leader shouldn't you be showing her some respect?"

"Excuse me?What right do you have of correcting me? Even if Inari was allowed to use his abilities and use the form of a woman there,you shouldn't care what i say about showing respect after the shit you have been pulling." Alder sneered, tightening her fist Daere could hear the faint scratching from the abyss. Felassan quickly stepped between them, ordering "both of you, enough."

"Your right, there is not point arguing with someone that barely understands the concept of the magick system." Alder growled glaring at Daere, trying to keep her voice steady. She demanded "can we just leave?"

"We? You really think your well enough? Head back seriously, with the fog thickening out there I am certain no one wants to stop if you decide to drop again." Alder growled, turning to Felassan with pleading eyes. Her heart sink when he sighed, remarking "I know you mean well but there is alot at risk."

'There is no way to convince them…' Daere realized, shaking her head she walked past the open gates. Barely hearing Felassan order "make certain she doesn't go anywhere."

'What am I supposed to do?' Daere wondered, running into something soft, she fall backwards onto the ground. Glancing up her gaze locked with the emerald knight as he demanded "Hey watch it."

"Hold on I thought you were with Felassan?" A woman's voice inquired while stepping within sight. Daere muttered, lifting herself up. "They were concerned of the threat out there and figured I wasn't needed."

"Wise choice, honestly I don't know any sane soldier wanting to be out there right now. " He remarked, dusting herself off. Daere inquired "why should it be a problem, from what i saw before using the war ro run. You guys were handling the problem just fine."

"Problem wasn't there, we would have left this place if Anduril's people had not captured the scouts. How did you manage to get this far anyways and avoided any of us catching your scent these past few? He inquired, looking up Daere answered '' I am a bit fuzzy on the detail, I remember not long after leaving Fen'Harel to his fate we came across trouble. Torin must have used a ward to keep us hidden. "

'And i thought blacking out from getting drunk was bad, did the poison on Zeke blade have something to do with this also?' Daere wondered,looking down at Colleen she muttered without realizing "I guess your happy to be back with your brothers and sisters?"

"Don't assume all the wolves are from the same pack here, dalen." She could hear a male voice state, looking back at them, Daere inquired "Isn't that usually the case?"

"No, if you met us when we started to see your people with the venerations it may have been a different story."

"You two don't really don't look that old… and that was a stupid comment.What caused you guys to look.. different? I had always wondered this." She asked slightly tilting her ear up, the woman next to him busted out laughing, remarking "Ir abelas, i never seen anyone do that when they talk. But to answer your question it is a trait we are born with, usually its stronger for those of us either born up in the fade or close to the abyss. It us rare though those down here are blessed with it." "Your full of curiosity, aren't you?Or are you trying to gather some intelligence that could be used against us? "he asked studying her, calmly Daere replie "suspicious I don't blame you, but at the moment I honestly have no interest in what your thinking.Only a fool could not see how badly the odds are against them. "

"You still see yourself as a prisoner, despite us being the good guys." The elven woman inquired,Daere replied "Just like you guys are trying to weigh in on me, after everything it is difficult to know who are truly friends or should be considered enemies."

"Understandable, we are still trying to figure out who leak our locations." The elven woman replied, adding quickly "there isnt anything to worry about, Fen'Harel has a plan."

"Somehow that doesn't sound comforting." Daere grumbled, remarking softly, the elven woman nodded slightly "your mad at him, Daere you have to understand it was your idea to get caught by Anduril. Fen'Harel was thinking since Dirtheman seemed to know more about your abilities, things were not going to end this way."

"On top of that Anduril and Fen'Harel don't have a great history, if he had requested for your release chances are she would have executed you on the spot before Dirtheman even arrived. " The male emerald knight added quickly,sighing softly Daere admitted "I don't blame him and wish people would stop assuming I did, if I was in his position, lover or not as bratty as I get. Chances I would have kicked my own ass off the nearest highest peak."

"Wait if you know you're causing people problems, why do you do it?" The elcen woman inquired in shocked, shrugging her shoulders Daere answered"I guess to test people and see their worth, I don't like being around fakes. It is best to know now then to end up in a tight spot and find out who they truly are."

'I really wish Cecil was easy to read before he had passed.' Daere pondered, her eyes starting to narrow, the woman remarked "I guess that is a way to handle things, but I do have a question. When is it you decide someone is worth your trust? How many people have you pushed away just because you felt they still needed to be tested?"

"After what happened to Cecil, I don't know." Daere whispered, staring at the ground she listened to the two walking off. Hearing the male companion state gently "You need to figure it out before you find yourself alone."