This particular entry deals with rape and its aftermath. If you are uncomfortable with those topics you may want to skip this one…..
Part 9
Soul to Soul
Otis stayed close to the wall as he ventured further down the long corridor of the ship. Even though his small size kept him from being detected, he realized that the creatures on board this ship had an incredible sense of smell and he had narrowly missed being seen a couple times.
The tiny spec hoped that his exploration of the ship would give him the name of the ship commander. He knew he was pushing his luck…but he would do whatever was needed to keep Robin alive and safe.
Otis continued down the corridor, keeping his eyes and ears open. It didn't take him long to find out that he and Robin were being held captive on board the Togan. Straight ahead appeared to be a large control room. From his viewpoint he could see several members of the crew maintaining the ship. Now if he could just get a little closer…
"Sarah…you must try to communicate with Robin. We need all the information we can get before we jump into an attack that could be the death of so many."
"I will try Abigail…but my heart is so heavy. I am so focused on getting Robin back, I can hardly concentrate on anything else."
Abigail nodded her head in understanding. Most warriors required weeks of adjustment and training to harness their new abilities. Sarah was planning a rescue mission within hours of her transformation.
Before Abigail could comment, a soft knock on the door drew their attention.
"Who is it?"
"Sarah….it's me. Monroe."
A warm smile spread across the young blonde's face as she opened the door.
"Wow…I like the hair."
"Thanks."
Sarah motioned for Monroe to enter and she closed the door behind him.
"What brings you this way my friend?"
Monroe was smiling from ear to ear. And despite the dark mood Sarah had been falling into, she found a spark of hope in Monroe's smile.
"The priestess has exited the chamber. The chosen one has asked for you."
Both Sarah and Abigail stood frozen in place. Monroe continued.
"She says that it is urgent…you must come right away."
Sarah nodded "Of course."
Abigail remained behind and watched as Sarah turned and followed Monroe out the door. The tiny spec decided to work on targeting the exact location of the portal. That would be enough to keep her mind busy, while she sat patiently waiting to hear from Otis.
As Monroe and Sarah stepped to the door to the chamber Sarah reached out and placed her hand on Monroe's shoulder.
"Thank you….for everything. I haven't told you or Tom enough, but I appreciate all that you've done for me and Robin."
Monroe felt his eyes fill with tears at the sincerity in the young woman's voice.
"Believe me…it has been a mutual gift for us all Sarah. Tom and I are happier than we have ever been…and I know that once Robin is safely back in your arms…she may never break free from them again."
Sarah smiled at Monroe's attempt at humor.
"You are very right my friend."
Sarah took a deep breath and stepped up to the door. She took one last glance at Monroe who smiled and nodded his head in encouragement. Sarah turned and walked into the chamber. Her life about to change forever.
Warmth was the first thing Sarah felt as she walked through the door. She stepped further inside, allowing the door to close softly behind her. Her green eyes lingered on the candles that bounced golden light off the white walls of the chamber. The room was alive with flickering light. A cool breeze ruffled the short blonde strands of her hair. Slowly, a smile formed on Sarah's lips as she closed her eyes and got lost in the familiar scent that floated on the breeze.
"Robin…" she whispered.
"She is ready."
Green eyes instantly opened at the soft voice that interrupted her thoughts. Sarah stood facing the chosen one. Her heart swelled with pride, knowing that before her stood her daughter.
The two women stood silent for a moment. Both absorbed in feelings that words would never explain. Sarah accepting that her daughter would become the next Oracle. And the chosen one lingering on the woman who gave her life. Sarah finally broke the silence..
"You are talking about Robin?"
"Yes. She is ready to communicate with you. But you must do it quickly."
The chosen one motioned to a chair and Sarah wasted no time in taking a seat. The chair slowly reclined back and the soft flickering of the candlelight seem to mesmerize Sarah.
"That's it Sarah…relax."
Sarah closed her eyes as the faint scent of her lover tickled her nose once more. The chosen one stepped away from the chair and began meditating. Her meditation would bridge the gap between Sarah and Robin more quickly.
"Sarah?"
The young blonde felt her heart leap in her chest at the sound of Robin's voice.
"Sarah…open your eyes."
The young blonde did as she was told. There before her, with outstretched arms stood the love of her life.
"Robin" she barely choked out as she sprang from the chair and ran into the arms of her soulmate.
"You know being soulmates really has its perks."
Sarah smiled against her lover's chest as the deep tone of Robin's voice washed over her. She felt afraid to let go and afraid not to. Her dilemma was settled when she felt long arms gently pull her in tighter.
"I'm so worried for you…are you okay?"
Robin took a step back and looked at Sarah. This was not the innocent looking girl she had left behind. Robin felt her breath catch and for a moment there was no danger, no worry, no fear. Just Sarah and this moment.
"You're beautiful."
Sarah blushed as Robin's long fingers gently glided through her now short blonde hair. She was worried Robin would not like it and felt compelled to explain why she had cut it.
"It was getting in my way…I just had to…"
"It looks great love."
Sarah's words died in her throat as she watched Robin lean down. Warm lips pressed against hers and she savored the softness that was her lover. When they pulled apart the warning voice of the chosen one echoed in their world.
"You must hurry."
The reality of the situation hit Robin and Sarah hard. They were in a special place that only soulmates could tread. Both women longed to be face to face in the flesh with each other.
"Sarah the ship we are on is the Togan. I fear that Magna is the leader."
"Magna?"
Sarah couldn't believe what she was hearing.
"I thought she was dead."
"So did I." Robin ran her fingers once again through the short blonde strands of Sarah's hair. Her fingers playing idly with a soft earlobe. "I'm afraid that her soul escaped her body before she was destroyed. If that is the case she will come looking for the chosen one. She wants the power of the Blade of Spearos."
"That has to be it" Sarah exclaimed.
"When we return to Thrace and the chosen one takes her place as Oracle…the portal to Orion will open. She must plan on attacking at that moment."
Sarah felt the blood drain from her face. "If she gets inside the portal…"
"She won't" the chosen one interrupted. "But we must act quickly. Robin are you still encircled in the star dust?"
"Yes."
"Good. Do you remember the metal object that Trinity gave to you? Do you still have it?"
Robin reached down to her boot and retrieved the metal object. "Yeah…I got it."
"Good. Now open it."
Robin studied the object in her hand. Carefully she squeezed her fingers around the metal object and the middle of it snapped open.
"Keep it with you Robin."
Robin couldn't respond as her eyes witnessed the soft warm glow coming from inside the metal object. Slowly, all of the star dust that surrounded her disappeared into the small object. Robin opened her eyes and found herself lying on the cold floor of her holding cell, her hand clutching the small metal object.
"Sarah…Sarah?" There was no answer.
Sarah turned toward the chosen one. "What happened? Where did she go?"
"Calm down Sarah. Robin will be fine. She is not the one who is in danger at this moment."
"What do you mean?"
Otis couldn't help but grin at his good fortune. He had found the commanders room and knew that she planned on stopping the chosen one from entering the portal. He watched as the dark headed commander motioned for her guards to leave. He was about to make a quick retreat when the large glass doors to the commander's room slid shut.
"Did you really think…that just because you're so tiny I wouldn't notice you?"
Otis didn't move. He couldn't figure out how she had detected him.
"Oh don't worry how I figured you out little one. You should worry more about living."
Before the small spec could react, a large container trapped him against the wall. There was no chance at escape and Otis decided to save his strength and his air.
"Such a brave little creature. Maybe I should keep you hmmmm?"
Otis cringed as the lifeless eyes of the commander bore into him. There was no way he could escape the glass container and he knew his air would run out before long. He had to contact Abigail…if it was the last thing he did.
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