Sofia the First: Big Brother

Chapter 12: Fight or Flight

Everyone's jaws dropped upon hearing Chernabog's origins, "So he was created by accident..." Ethan Said softly "That man only wanted a change of atmosphere in his life's work... and he ended up creating a living nightmare... we have to find him!", "Bad news i'm afraid" Cedric sadly Replied "Lord Walter passed away over 50 years ago...". "Lord?" Asked Roland "Was he... a Royal?", "Well, he was refered to as Lord Walter as he aged throughout time, finally passing away at the age of 65" Cedric Explained "However, after Chernabog's bannishment he was granted a gift, and that gift... was the power of Imortality, meaning the moment he passed away, he became a spirit and as of now he continues to watch over his creations and worlds to this very day". "So my only form of protection... is a bloody ghost!?" Bommed Ethan "Oh brilliant! send a letter to the funeral home, tell them to book a coffin for my welcome party!" and he stormed off. Everyone raced after him but he was far too quick "Not again!" Groaned the King, they burst through Sofia's bedroom door and saw Sofia's wardrobe door close, everybody gathered around and Sofia slowly opened it.

"Ethan?" She Asked, "Go away..." Groaned Ethan "Must... lock myself away from this world... so he will never find me", "Stop saying that!" Frowned Roland "I promise that you're safe here, this...Chernabog will NEVER put his hands on you or ANYONE for as long as i'm in power", "YOU ARE A MERE MORTAL!" Roared Ethan "HE WILL TEAR YOU APART! AND ONCE YOUR DEAD HE WILL RIP OUT YOUR SOULS, AND YOU WILL ALL JOIN THE ARMY OF DARKNESS IN VEIN!" and he began sobbing loudly. Everone else began to tear up "Ethan..." Sobbed Sofia, Ethan looked into her beautiful blue tear filled eyes "Sofia..." and they both embraced each other and began sobbing louder. Everyone else joined them in a massive group hug, "Don't leave us... big step-brother" Sobbed Amber and James, "I will do what i must... to ensure your safety" Replied Ethan "Even if that means... leaving you... as if i'd never come back" Everyone Gasped! "NO!" Cried Sofia and her mother, and they both cried out loud, "Don't leave us" Sobbed Miranda, "You said i'm defenseless against him..." Sobbed Sofia "I need my big brother to protect me from the monsters...". That was a line Ethan thought he would never hear come out of her mouth, with her being so brave and all. "Of course... my little sister" Replied Ethan "I'll find out just HOW to use that... stupid hunk of metal, and i'll slay that... Gargoyle and drive him back to the old drawing board!" Ethan immideatly felt strong and powerful, thus feeling love rush through his vains. He got up and slowly came out "It would seem that YOU are the one's that need protecting" Ethan Said in a serious tone "Don't worry, everything is going to be just fine... i just needed time to adjust to the situation" and he pulled everybody back in for another group hug. When they all pulled apart, Ethan looked down at his little sister "I understand you had to learn how to look after yourself since...  God knows when," he then neeled down to her level "But you don't have to be strong, brave and fearless anymore... not if you don't think you can, you are afraid on the inside i can tell... and you feel like protecting me aswell, and i thank you for that" He Smiled "But this time, something far worse has come back to do the same thing all over again... in other words, you're not strong enough to do a thing about it... no-one is". "We can only hope that Lord Walter saves you and the rest of us from... you know what" Added King Roland, "From the monsters?" Asked James drying his tears, "Never Mind" the King Frowned. "Well i say we lighten the mood by changing the subject" Said Miranda standing up, "Good idea honey" Smiled Roland "Let's go have dinner" and so the Royal Family left and walked to the dining room, trying to forget about what just happened