Silivio staggered a little as he stood, "regardless of your putrid excuses, Molly. You killed my only family." He took his knife and clutched it in his bloody fist.
"I know." She looked him in the eyes. They were filled with rage, a savage al it's animalistic anger fumed them. The man she once loved was now looking at her with pure hatred.
She closed her eyes, waiting for the final blow that would send her spirits to the heavens. Silvio raised his knife and let out a loud battle cry and hurled it towards her chest. It happened so fast, his back met with the hard ground below him. He opened his eyes to see Robbie, staring down at him with terrified eyes and his hand on the knife that was meant for Molly, burrowed in his stomach.
Silvio's eyes slowly went dull and lifeless, altogether going limp. Robbie scrambled up to his feet and looked at what he had done. He looked at Molly who looked just as surprised as he was.
"I-I..." He panted in fear.
"Robbie, it's okay. It's my fault. All of this is." She approached him.
"He, he was going to kill you..." Robbie couldn't tear his eyes away from the horrible deed he had done. Molly cupped his face and looked at him, "look at me, I killed him okay. No one is going to know, you hear me? I killed him."
Molly knew he couldn't handle the burden, it was written in his face. She was used to having the world on her shoulders, she was willing to take the guilt from him.
"You're in shock, let's get you back to the palace, quickly." She took his hand and they ran through the battlefield, back to the barricades and into the safety of the stone walls.
"Take him to the infirmary now." She ordered. "I'll come back as soon as possible."
She ran back into the battlefield, noticing the hunters had retreated. Their numbers were dropping and couldn't afford any more deaths. The war was won. The firing stopped and the army of sirens slowly descended from the skies like angels from heaven. Everyone returned to their homes and besides the battlefield, everything looked peaceful. Molly opened the door to the infirmary where Robbie and Ora sat next to each other.
"Ora, dear. May I?" Molly motioned to Robbie. Her sister nodded and left them.
"How are you doing?"
"How am I doing? I killed someone out there."
"I've killed thousands." Molly confessed. "I'm not proud of it but everything I do on the battleground is in self defense."
"...I know. I just saw you two, he was trying to kill you and you didn't do a thing."
"Remember that human that I told you that was killed that started all of this?"
"Yeah." He looked up at her. She looked him in the eyes and took a deep breath.
"Silvio's father was that human...I was the killer." Robbie looked down at the stone floor, not wanting to look at her. "His father couldn't let go of his prejudice and he came to the palace to kill me for choosing his son as my mate. What you saw was me trying to Atone for my decisions because they dragged the kingdom into it."
Robbie didn't say anything. He let her finish, "I wish I had your life, Robbie. To live in a place that values life and security above all else. Where kindness is part of your DNA. But I was born kicking and screaming all my life, trying to make sense out of my own chaos."
"Why are you telling me all of this, Molly?"
"Because I know that you didn't mean to kill him. And I like you."
Robbie looked up at her in surprise and disbelief.
"I owe you an explanation to my insanity..." She went to leave, halfway opening the door.
"Molly." He spoke up. She turned around to face him. "Do me a favor won't you?"
"Yes, anything."
"Take some time to forgive yourself." He stood from his cot and took her hand. "And you're not insane."
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The next morning Jewel awoke ancient joined the rest of her family for breakfast.
"Good morning, dear." Her mother welcomed her into the room. She sat with everyone and looked at each of their tired stricken faces, "Thank you for yesterday. You all fought bravely."
"That's what family does." Molly spoke up.
Stephanie gasped after having an idea enter her clever brain.
"What is it, Steph?" Jewel asked.
"I just had a brilliant wedding idea." She said.
"Oh, not now dear. It's too early."
"No, no. This is a good one. We can have the wedding here!"
Jewel and Sportacus looked at eachother, "it's not a bad idea. It's going to save us a lot of money." Spo stated, agreeing with Stephanie.
"What about the guests in LazyTown? They can't exactly fly and the terrain will ruin their formal clothing."
"We could have the wedding here and then have one at the greenhouse like you wanted for everyone else. No one will ever know."
Jewel thought a moment, "it does sound lovely. All I'd have to do is pay for the dresses and suits-"
"Oh, no you don't." Martha interrupted. "All these years unable to take care of you and you want to spend money on a dress. No. This one is mine, you're not spending a penny."
Martha took her daughters hand, "Thanks mom."
"It's nothing. I promise."
"Okay, let's do it." Jewel said looking at the table of lovable friends.
"Now?" Soraya asked.
"Yes, little sister now. How perfect would it be to do it when everyone you love is around you?"
"Okay, you heard her. Spread the word, the princess is getting married today!" Molly stood to alert the palace, "Oh, and I better be your bridesmaid." She giggled.
"As long as mom marries us." Jewel replied.
"It would be my pleasure."
"Uhm, hello? Remember me? Maid of honor?" Stephanie piped up.
"Okay, okay. Ladies, report to my chambers to get your positions." Jewel laughed out. All of the women left and disappeared down the hallway. Spo and Robbie were left at the table alone, "Do you want to be my best man?"
"Me? Why me?"
"Because you are my friend."
"I am?" He asked pretty surprised at his reply. "I terrorized you back home."
"True but I know you aren't as bad as you think you are."
"Thanks, Spo."
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