Prince Caspian (Edmund x OC)

Chapter 10 Single Combat

Alex stepped out into the open field amidst the Narnians' cheers. She walked up to stand beside Edmund, Peter sitting between them and Glenstorm. Peter glanced at them before returning his gaze to Miraz.

"Where's Caspian?" He asked, and Alex replied softly: "He's just taking care of some business."

Peter nodded. He stood and drew his sword, stepping forward. Miraz followed his lead, and they began to circle.

"There is still time to surrender." Miraz taunted and Peter retorted calmly: "Well, feel free."

They continued to take a few more steps in a circle before Miraz asked mockingly: "How many more must die for the throne?"

Peter answered seriously: "Just one."

And with that he struck out at Miraz, and the fight began. Alex watched anxiously. Peter seemed to have the upper hand for a moment when he cut Miraz's leg but then Miraz tripped him, stepping on his shield. Peter yelled out in pain and Alex clutched her hands so tightly her knuckles turned white and her hands hurt from her fingers digging into them. Edmund was also grasping his hands in tight fists as he watched his brother battle anxiously.

Just then, Alex heard the distinct sounds of horse hooves and she turned slightly to see Caspian riding up, Susan sitting behind him. Peter also noticed and Miraz asked, breathing heavily: "Does his highness need a respite?"

Peter glanced at him.

"Five minutes?" He asked a little breathlessly and Miraz replied scornfully: "Three."

The two kings limped back to their sides, and Alex quickly moved to examine Peter for any damages while Edmund removed his shield as he sat down rather heavily.

"Lucy..." Peter questioned, looking up at Susan.

"She got through," Susan assured him quietly, "with a little help."

She glanced at Caspian and Peter nodded.

"Thanks." He said quietly and Caspian shrugged.

"Well, you are busy." He pointed out and Alex murmured: "Watch out, I don't think Miraz is too happy with how things are going."

Peter nodded and said to Susan: "Better get up there, just in case. I also don't expect the Telmarines will keep their word."

Susan nodded, leaning in to hug her brother. Peter winced and she pulled back quickly.

"Sorry." She muttered.

"It's alright." Peter groaned and Susan took a step back.

"Take care." She said before turning on her heel and heading back to the How.

"Keep smiling." Edmund warned Peter, and they glanced back to see the Narnians watching anxiously. Peter raised his sword, forcing a smile onto his face and the Narnians cheered back in support of their king.

"You should also go with Susan." Caspian told his sister worriedly but she shook her head.

"I want to be here." She said firmly, with a glance at Edmund and Caspian nodded understandingly.

He reached out for her, and she allowed him to pull her under his arm as he murmured: "Just try and stay safe."

She nodded and the pair watched as Edmund stripped Peter's arm, examining it.

"I think it's dislocated." Peter groaned out as Edmund took it gently in his hands.

"...What do you think happens back home if you die here?" Peter asked suddenly and Alex blinked at the odd question. Edmund glanced at his brother's face before returning his attention to his arm.