All Because Of Five Children, The Lion, The Witch, And The Wardrobe Adaptation

Chapter 7: The Reunion

When Leah and Edmond reached the group, they were immediately surrounded by creatures that ushered them enthusiastically. They stretched out of their hand as Leah and Edmond joined them.

"Welcome your majesties!" A cheerful dwarf greeted them.

"Welcome king Edmond, welcome Queen Leah!" A centaur cried with joy. There were so much festivities that it took Leah and Edmond a minute to realize what was happening until they saw Peter and Susan being squished in the middle of the group.

"Peter! Susan!" Leah cried as she rushed to them with a hug.

"It's not like you haven't seen us for a long time!" Peter amused as he gently hugged Leah back. By now, he had developed a brotherly love for Leah.

"I'd not be so surprised if it were to be Lucy." Susan teased. But everyone quieted down as the name "Lucy"was mentioned. Soon a murmur broke out among the crowd.

"Now that queen Susan mentioned it, where is the fifth queen?" One dryad whispered to a nymph.

"Could it be that she's with the White Witch?" A centaur wondered aloud.

Suddenly, Peter stepped out.

"Dear citizens of Narnia," his voice boomed. "We know your care and concern for my youngest sister queen Lucy. However, we must regretfully inform you, she is indeed valiantly fighting against the White Witch. We shall do our best to bring her back to reunite with us."

To the other three children, Peter's voice and the way he stood reminded them that they're not looking at a mere 14 year old boy, but a magnificent king of Narnia.

The children looked at him with wonder. The Narnians cheered as one beast walked into the tent with magnificence even greater than Peter's.

"What is the uproar about?" He asked.

Suddenly all knees were bowed at the presence of Aslan. The children did the same.

"Arise." He commanded. "It seems to me that it is time to set out a rescue mission to save your sibling. Very well, I will organize a rescue team immediately so that you'll be able to see her again."

"Oh dear Aslan! Thank you!" Leah cried as she threw an arm around Aslan's soft mane. After realizing what she had done, she quickly pulled away from the great beast as she apologized.

"I'm terribly sorry for disrespecting you in your presence dear Aslan...... " Leah fiddled with her fingers as she looked away, looking nervous.

To her delight, Aslan not only were kind, he even let out a small chuckle.

"Do not be afraid, daughter of Eve. I won't harm you for an act of love."

Leah smiled again as she hugged Aslan once more. She hugged him a lot tighter this time. However, out of the corner of her eyes, she noticed a hint of sadness on Aslan's great and beautiful face. She let go and stood back where the others were.

Aslan commanded a few Narnians to set out and rescue Lucy as he dismissed the party. Then he walked out.

Leah quietly followed him from behind hoping he wouldn't mind. To her surprise, he had noticed her trespassing him.

"Daughter of Eve, don't be afraid. I know there's something that had been tugging at your heart." Aslan said without turning his head around.

Leah looked embarrassed. "W.... Well, Aslan......" She begin. "While we were in the tent, why did you look distruant?" She asked. "It's like..... You're almost regretful about something......"

"Ah so you noticed..... " Aslan begin. "The time isn't right to reveal to you what was about to happen. I know you're Queen Leah the Wise, but you'll know why when the time comes."

"But Aslan-" Leah was about to argue when she heard Edmond's voice calling for her.

"Leah, where are you? I have something to show you!"

"You should go, my daughter." He said to her gently. "Remember, it'll be revealed to you when the time is right."

Leah nodded to Aslan without anymore objection. Even though she didn't understand why, but she knew she can trust Aslan. She begin to run, but suddenly stopped and turned around.

"Aslan," she said. "Whatever happens, I trust in you. I just want let you know that."

Aslan gave her a smile as she waved. Then, she disappeared behind the tents.

"What is it Ed?" She asked, while looking for him.

"Boo!" He jumped out from behind her as she screamed.

"Edmond!" She called out to him in a very annoyed matter. Just then, they heard ruckus outside of the camp.

Curious, Leah and Edmond both went out of the tent to see what it was when they had a bewildered look on their faces.

A girl stood in the middle of the clearing had short, shoulder length brown hair. Her sapphire eyes widened with curiosity and wonder. Suddenly, Susan and Peter rushed out front the crowd and hugged the child.

"Lucy!" They cried.

Leah couldn't believe her eyes. The girl in front of her indeed was Lucy, but she looked like she had been starved for days. Leah could feel tears in her eyes. She wanted to hug her friend but she couldn't. She begin to walk away but a voice stopped her.

"Leah? Where are you going?"

Leah turned around and faced the owner of that voice. It was Lucy.

"Aren't you happy to see me?" Lucy asked her.

Afraid to look at her friend, Leah averted her gaze.

"It's my fault that you had fallen into the White Witch's hand...... I should've dragged you back so none of this would have happened...... " Leah said with tears in her eyes."I don't deserve to be called your friend......"

Lucy gasped. "No it's my fault. I should've listened to you! If I had listened, you wouldn't have to come a long way to save me!"

There was silence while the girls conversed. Suddenly, Lucy ran.

She wrapped Leah in a tight hug as both girls sobbed.

"I've missed you!" Lucy cried.

Leah tried hard to make her voice sound calm. But it came out in fragments. "I...... I've.... Missed...... You too......"

The two girls wailed as the two older siblings came over to them and put a hand of comfort on their arms. Edmond stood back watching their interaction. It took the girls a while to separate. When they did, a kind yet loud voice rang out from behind them.

"Welcome back, Queen Lucy the Valiant."