Aurelia: The Fanatical Story of A Girl

Chapter 43

Alanah's POV

The sun was waning, casting a gentle orange glow over the bustling camp as I, Alanah, envoy of the Giants, found a moment's respite from the day's negotiations. The talks had been fruitful, the seeds of unity sown with care, but it was the presence of Eilonwy, the Tri-Queendom's firstborn, that now preoccupied my thoughts. Her voice had rung clear and true in the council, a melody of wisdom that belied her youth. Each word she spoke seemed to resonate within me, an unexpected harmony that threaded through the very fabric of my being.

In the days since our alliance began, I had watched Eilonwy move with grace and confidence, her contributions reflecting a maturity that commanded respect. Her ideals, her vision for the future—it all sparked something within me that I had not anticipated. It was more than admiration; it was as if I had discovered a kindred spirit in the most unexpected of places.

As the evening approached, I saw her again, her silhouette framed by the dying light. She approached me with a smile that seemed to chase away the shadows of the encroaching night. "Alanah," she greeted me, her eyes holding a warmth that seemed to stir the air between us. "I've been looking for you. I wished to discuss further the educational exchanges we proposed."

I nodded, my heart beating a rhythm akin to the ancient drums of my people. "I believe it to be an important cornerstone of our alliance," I replied, my voice steady despite the turmoil inside. "To share knowledge is to build trust, and from trust, grows strength."

We walked together along the perimeter of the camp, our steps in sync as we talked of the future. The possibilities of what we could achieve together seemed limitless, and with each step, I felt the gap between our worlds narrow. As the sky darkened and the stars began to emerge, Eilonwy's hand brushed against mine, an electric connection that sent a jolt through me.

"I admire your vision, Alanah," she said softly, her gaze not wavering from mine. "You see the world not as it is, but as it could be. It's... inspiring."

Her words were a balm to the solitude that had so often been my companion. "And you, Eilonwy, possess a clarity of purpose that draws others to you," I found myself saying, the truth of my words ringing in the cool night air.

We stopped, the campfires casting dancing lights upon her face, painting her in hues of gold and amber. In that moment, under the watchful eyes of the constellations of both our peoples, I saw not just a princess or a potential ally, but a woman whose spirit seemed to call to my own. It was a dangerous thing, this budding connection, for the lines between duty and desire were not easily navigated.

"Eilonwy," I began, my voice a whisper among the whispers of the forest, "there is much at stake. Our peoples, our futures..." I trailed off, unsure of how to voice the burgeoning emotion that threatened to overflow.

She reached out, her hand finding mine, her touch steady and sure. "I know," she said, her voice laced with a courage that seemed to bolster my own. "But perhaps, in forging a new path for our realms, we might also discover new paths for ourselves." Her eyes, alight with the reflection of the stars and the campfires, held mine with an intensity that made the world around us fall away.

The air seemed to grow still, charged with the energy of her words, and I knew then that the connection I felt was shared. It was a precipice upon which we both now stood, the potential for more than just an alliance between our peoples, but something deeply personal blossoming between us.

"We must tread carefully," I cautioned, my voice a hushed echo of the resolve I was struggling to maintain. "The balance of our new world is delicate."

Eilonwy nodded, her hand still in mine, a silent pact that acknowledged the complexities of our positions. "With care, Alanah. We shall proceed with care," she assured me, and the smile she offered was one of shared secrets and unspoken promises.

"We should return to the others," I suggested after a moment that stretched between heartbeats, reluctant to break the connection but conscious of our duties. As we walked back towards the heart of the camp, our hands reluctantly parted, yet the lingering touch seemed to continue speaking in silent whispers of possibility.

The night drew us back into its fold, back to the reality of our mission and the roles we were destined to play. Yet, as I lay in my tent later, the image of Eilonwy's face illuminated by firelight, her hand in mine, filled my thoughts. A sense of hope, like the first light of dawn, crept into my heart—a hope for peace between our peoples, and perhaps, in time, for something just as profound between us.

The day closed with myself, and Alanah, envoy of the Giants, grappling with the duality of my role and the unexpected yearning for a connection that transcended duty. The path ahead may be fraught with challenges, but for the first time, I felt the stirrings of a journey that was personal, a journey that could change everything. And I knew that something was blooming between Eilonwy and I, but whether it would engulf us or die out over time, I was unsure of.

But what I was sure of, was the fact that Alanah, myself, Eolande, Aurelia, Olaf, Thorin, Nerissa and Ruby were all allies, and we were looking to the future for a brighter and better world and I knew that there would eventually be more visionaries, who will see the same thing that we see; a world where all beings regardless of their race and species will live together in peace and harmony, happiness and love, and that they will never again have to suffer the consequences of the wars, conflicts and evil that was brought upon the world by all of those who came before us.

I saw firsthand what those people wrought on this world, and upon all of the lands and their inhabitants, now we are all working together towards a better life and a brighter future for all! I took Eilonwy's hand in mine, looked her in the eyes, smiled and said; "Here's to a better and brighter future for all of us, for every being, every land, every realm, and for the whole world." Eilonwy smiled and then laid her head on my shoulder and then she whispered; "And here's to us, may our relationship bloom and grow into a bond of love that transcends all companionship and friendship, and may our unrequited love for each other transcend all time, space and eternity."

Eilonwy thought I didn't hear what she said, but I looked over at her and agreed with her words. Then under the moonlit and starry sky; Eilonwy and I had our first kiss. It was nothing like what I had experienced with anyone else before, sparks flew between us like the fireworks that the Tri-Queendom set off to commemorate our unity and the hopes of a future that was filled with love, peace, unity, happiness and harmony for all realms, lands, and beings across the world, these sparks meant that I, Alanah had at long last found what I had long believed and hoped for; the True Love that many others believe only resides in fairytales, and I had finally found it in the warm embrace of Queen Eilonwy.

I knew that I had found true love, and I yearned for the day when Eilonwy and I would be together forever! And as I looked into her eyes; I saw that she too yearned for that moment as well. The kiss lingered on my lips in a tingling sensation that lasted throughout the night. It wouldn't be long before myself and Queen Eilonwy were saying; "I do", and we both knew it, we laid there under the night sky, laughing, smiling, talking, and being happy together, it seemed like this very romantic night would last forever, and in the beauty of the firework lit night sky; Eilonwy and I both fell asleep in each other's warm embrace.