#what if you were kidnapped twice lost your faith having to fight for money and survival

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A LETTER FOUND IN THE POCKETS OF A DEAD THUG, THE PAGES ARE OUT OF ORDER AND STINK OF CHEAP WINE —

He is one of my best fighters, by Mystra’s tits, I want him back! And I don’t have to remind you that this is not the only reason why it is in our best interest to keep the lad away from civilization and well within our reach, where he can fatten our purses and keep the competition in check. Do not write back until you have news of him. I don’t care if you have to search the whole damn coast and turn every fucking stone you see on your path. Loudwater was a bust, but I know for a fact that snake hasn’t slithered back into the forest, too much of a scaredy-cat still. You saw what it took to beat all that dainty woodland shit out of him, he knows he can't go back to that life now. This is why he will be back with my chains around his pretty neck before long. Go west to Waterdeep and stay sharp, a storm is gathering on the horizon.

[wlwhc]

Oh Dear Kryptonian

Requested by anonymous: Being another survivor from Krypton that was held captive on Daxamite, but manages to survive and fly to earth, Clarke introduces you to Kara and she has a huge crush on you? Love your blog!

(A/N): This sucks, and I’m deeply sorry. I also kind of flew away with my imagination with this.

Warning: There’s probably afew grammar mistakes? I think

Words: 3483

Pairing: Kara x Neutral!Reader (I Hope I did it right)

Glossary: Thoni Tea: I’ve been investigating about Kryptonian Vegetation since I have another request that involves Krypton flowers, and they have a weird tea called Thoni Tea,  Thon is an area of Krypton, and tea was brewed from select plants on the hills on the Gorvan shore. I like to think that it relaxed the Kryptonians

Oregus Flowers: Are like giant Orchids, their juice can be used to cook, I think that it’s like an oil idk

Twellians: Is a fruit from Krypton, unlikely any other edible thing on earth, it was its own unique flavor, quite delicious.

The day you arrive at earth, body bloodied and beaten, ship crushed and little chance to survive in this unknown planet, you knew that it was finally your time to reunite with your loved ones in the arms of Rao, that was until  Kal-El found you, better known as Clark Kent on that planet or Superman. The fact that one Kryptonian had found a way to survive the destruction of his planet bring tears of joy, but knowing that he was probably the only one, made you curse in every single language you knew.

You still had faith that other people in Krypton had survived, anyone. You knew that your family was long dead, you didn't come from a famous house as Kal-El, you came from a poor house that barely manages to survive on their own planet. You were a farmer, and Kal-El family came from a long dynasty of science masters and a lot of their familiar were on the council, the boy was lucky and his family rich so it didn’t surprise you when he told you that he wasn't the only one of his family alive. Kara Zor-El his cousin and the one that was supposed to take care of him but got caught up in the Phantom Zone.

That was good, two Kryptonians was better than zero.

You told him how you survive the destruction of your planet and the planet that kidnap you, Daxamite. Your family needed the money, and farming wasn’t giving them enough to survive the summer, plus your siblings needed new clothes, you didn't think twice when a Daxamite arrive on Krypton, offering a job to whoever want it one. Your parent refuse but you didn’t listen to them, the desperation of helping them was bigger than the pain you were going to get through. You heard the stories about Daxamite, thugs with an exaggerated love for parties  and everything that was wrong, you heard about the slaves and the gladiators fight, you thought that you were going to be sold as a slave, but the Daxamite men actually offer you to fight for him, and in return he would send the money you win to your family, you agreed and went to Daxamite with him, but the money never came to your family’s hands, it would always end up on your captor’s belly as alcohol and harmful substances. Time went by and you grew tired of the fights, the blood and deaths, so you told him that you wanted to leave, that’s when from sleeping in a room change to sleeping on the floor of a cell. You still had to fight against whoever he wanted, luckily you were pretty good at fighting, not to mention fast and smarter than any drugged opponent.

A few years later, on your 19 name day, the planet was dying which also mean Daxamite getting wipeout of the solar system. The idea of dying wasn’t scary of bad for you, but when your captor set you free to live your last day, you knew that it was your chance to get the hell out of that planet. You manage to steal one of the ships and fly to the nearest planet that may be safe for you, that’s how you got to Earth, and right now you’re in front of Kal-El.

“you’re hurt and bleeding, you should get some rest, seems like the sun hasn’t had its effect on you yet” The Kryptonian wearing a weird costume said.

“what do you mean? I know that this sun is different from our sun but..”

“it makes us stronger, faster and it can heal us” You immediately thought about the people that lived on this planet, what if they were dangerous, or like Daxamite?

“is this planet a safe place to be?” You shyly asked. You were currently waiting for Kal-El cousin, he had said something about helping you, thank god your wounds weren’t very bad.

“you’re going to be fine kid, I’ll make sure of that” He said smiling at you. You send a little smile, you can take care of yourself, but you appreciate the intention.

“you never told me your name” He said, sitting by your side.

“I don’t have one” You said remembering that you weren’t allowed to have one since you were just a slave.

“you don’t remember your name?”

“I wasn’t allowed to have one, I know my house, I will always remember them but it doesn't matter anymore does it? They’re all dead” Kal-El frowned at this, remembering that not long ago Kara was dating a Daxamite.

“Maybe they aren’t, I always have faith that-”

“I’m a farmer, well, I used to be, I know that my family wouldn't be able to get into a ship, they’re all dead, and if that didn’t kill them, then the lack of food would” You said, eyeing the view, your ship crashed in what Kal-El told you was a forest, the trees were green and harmless, very different from Krypton, but you still liked the different shades of color, it was a shame the lack of fruit but still beautiful.

“you’re from Al house, Kara told me about that house once, I’m sorry” He knew about the farmers on Krypton, thanks to Kara. Al house was a long dynasty of workers, but never sciences or militaries, just farmers and sometimes healers, they were good at that, but they were also not very respected or well paid.

“don’t be-”

“Kal-El , there you are! I saw a ship crashing and and and I got your message and and-” The blonde that was wearing a similar costume as Kal-El was rambling non-stop, but with a big smile on her face.

“Kara, this is (Y/N) from Krypton and Al house” Kal-El seems to stop her rambling and introduces you to her. Kara finally pays attention to her surroundings and realize that you were there the whole time, her cheeks change to a pink color. You waved at her not knowing what to say and then you realize what Kal-El said.

“(Y/N)?” You asked him, raising an eyebrow at him.

“New planet, new name, it suits you” He said, helping stand since your injuries were difficulting you the task.

Kara didn’t seem to function correctly since her eyes found your figure. Even though you were bloody and beaten, you still looked ravishing for her. Supergirl’s costume would always give some kind of boost on her confidence but once you looked your eyes with hers, she almost falls to her knees.

“Great kara, you just meet them and you already have a crush on them, just great!” She thought

“Just breath, be cool, be cool, like Alex, be like Alex” She thought, but once she tried to talk, her voice didn’t seem to come out and her tongue was tight in a knot

“o-oh h-hi I’m K-”

“Kara Zor-El, yeah, your cousin already told me about you” You said wincing when you tried to walk to her, she put her arm around your waist out of instinct, you looked at her and smile. Now she’s the one that needs help to not fall.

“Y-You're bleeding” She manages to say.

“Can you take them to the D.E.O, the sun hasn’t affected them yet, I’ll go later, I have a few things I need to take care of. Kal-El said, he knew that the D.E.O had the Solar Machines, and right now, you needed them to heal, he also had a few thief to stop.

“sure thing! let’s go (Y/N)!” Kara said floating a few feet over you.

“hmm I can’t-I can’t do that” You said and Kara goes down by your side. She frowns remembering that you still didn’t have your powers.

“oh shot! , I forgot you can’t fly, don’t worry, you will in no time and you’re going to love it! it’s amazing, the wind on your face and watching the city below you-Oh and touching the clouds is the best! they’re like fluffy huge pillows and also watching the sunset when you’re up there is terrific! and-” You couldn’t stop her, she was like a kid in a candy-store, it seems like she gets over-excited easily, that’s cute. Kal-El saw how Kara didn’t seem to stop talking, but he also saw how she looked at you, and how red her cheeks would turn when you smile at her or nod letting her know that you were listening to her. He smiles already knowing how screwed up her cousin was.

“Kara” He softly said

“yeah?” Kara looks at him smiling.

“she’s hurt and bleeding, she needs to go to the D.E.O-” Kal-El said, making Kara blush and you smiled at her cute behavior.

“oh! right, sorry it’s just-I’m so excited to meet another Kryptonian!” She said playing with her hands not daring to look at you.

“it’s good to know that not everyone is dead” You send her a small smile, which she returns with a grin

“yeah” She sighs deeply.

“it’s-it’s good”

After a few weeks, you find yourself getting very close to the Kryptonian, and Kara finds herself not being able to hide her feelings for you. She needed to hold you in her arms every time you had nightmares about Daxam, she needs to kiss your pink lips when you give her those small smiles, she just needed you so much all the time, she couldn’t take it anymore but...neither could you.

You didn't know when or how, but you fall for her, who wouldn’t right?.

No, literally, who wouldn’t? almost everyone in her circle of friends had felt for her, it was impossible not to, but if they got over her, then you could do it too. But it was a really hard thing to do when the Kryptonian was always near you.

When you got lost on the streets trying to be like a normal “human citizen” she holds your hand and since that day she always hold your hand when you’re confused about something. When she got back tired from a mission she would collapse by your side on the couch, and cuddle with you, she literally clings to you and Alex would always smirk and leave the house.

Maggie and Alex were always whispering things about you and Kara and they had asked you a thousand time what you think about Kara. Even her other friend was always trying to get you to confess something about Kara. Get over your feelings for her was hard And Kara was feeling the exact same.

Today was different though, Kara was overstressed with a new villain, something about not being able to defeat him and her thinking she’s a bad hero. You think otherwise, she’s Supergirl for Rao’s sake, she’s the best superhero.

“thank god here you are” Kara’s sister came rushing to you.

“what’s wrong Alex?” You asked seeing her having a little trouble breathing, probably for running all over the base.

“Kara needs you” She said, looking with pleading eyes.

“is she hurt?” You asked worriedly.

You decide to become the new doctor on the D.E.O since you knew a lot about special plants to heal almost all the aliens, yeah you were good at fighting but you wanted to leave behind your past on Daxam for good, and do more healing that harming. So with the help of J’onn and M’gann, you manage to fill the base with flowers and plants from different planets, each one for a specifical use. And also manage to get a lot of Krypton flowers in secret for Kara, it was a surprise for her birthday but maybe you will need to show her the place before that.

“no no she’s not hurt, well, sort of” She said rambling a little.

“Alex just tell me what happened” The older Danvers sighs fixing her hair.

“she’s stresses and sad and doesn’t want to get off her bed, I need your help”

“why would I be any help?” Alex rolled her eyes, not believing how oblivious you are. If you said “Kara I want the moon” she’s probably going to give it to you.

“you’re her friend! you’re like her special person-just go see her okay? you’re my last chance” She grabs your hands and almost kneels pleading you to go pay a visit to her sister.

“Okay, I’ll go, but first let me grab some things okay?” Alex jumps happily and hugs you

“yes! thank you thank you thank you”

You arrive at Kara’s apartment, with a bag filled with a few Kryptonians goodies. Most of the plant that you found were edible, you had Twellians, that was a fruit that had a very rare taste unlikely any other kind of state here on earth,  Oregus flowers, they were beautiful flowers, pretty similar to the Orchids here on earth, their juice can be used to cook. With those two you can be sure that Kara would be happy, but you also had Thoni Tea, it took you a while to make the plants grew, they weather here was really different from Krypton and you didn’t seem to found the right field to grow them, but with a help of the huge database of the D.E.O, you found out that their dessert was a perfect place to grow them.

You knocked the door, but no one seem to answer. Alex gave you the keys you didn’t want to get in Kara’s house without her permission.

“Kara? Are you there?” You also didn’t want to use your x-ray vision, so you keep your glasses on, her privacy was first. You knock once again and you heard Kara’s voice.

“come on in, I know Alex gave you her keys Y/N” You got inside her apartment, finding her on the couch eating something.

“Hey there” You called her leaving the bag on her kitchen.

“hey” She answers you, with a frown looking at her food.

“Alex told me you were stress and sad” You said, standing awkwardly in front of her.

“Yeah” She said looking sadly at the wall

“You want to talk about it?”

“No”

“Wanna cuddle?”

“Yeah”

“Are you going to say anything but yeah and no?” You said smiling at her, but she didn’t change her gaze

“No”

“Okay, but first let me show you something okay?” knowing that she wasn’t going to move, you went to the kitchen and started preparing the Thoni Tea. Kara smelled a weird but delicious smell, she kind of know what it was but she wasn't sure. You appear holding a cup of what it seems to be coffee or tea.

“What is that? it smells really good?”

“You never had Thoni tea before?” Kara gasp at this, remembering the times her mother and aunt had to prepare the tea for her when she was stress with school or having problems to sleep.

“My mom used to make it for me..h-how d-did you-” You gave her the cup of tea and she took a sip from it, smiling when the familiar flavor hit her taste buds.

“I’m good with plants, J’onn and M’gann helped me grow a few from Krypton, it was a surprise for your birthday but since you're so sad and miserable” You said, smiling at seeing her so happy for a simple tea.

“Y/N I don't know what to say” Kara was more than happy, you literally bring her a little piece of Krypton back to her life, an avalanche of memories of all the times she had problems sleeping and her mother would take her to bed and prepare her Thoni Tea. She couldn’t help but tear up a little bit.

“that’s not all” You said, going back to the kitchen

“this is not all?” She left the cup on the table and followed you to the kitchen. She gasps at seeing the Oregus plants in a pot.

“I also grew a few Oregus plants” You showed her the small plant and Kara squeal happily

“they are small but that’s just for now, they will grow a lot if you take care of them”

“they’re beautiful, my aunt loved this flowers” She said nostalgically, you didn’t want her to be sad, so you showered her the Kryptonians fruits

“I also grew a few Twellians, they’re not much but this season hasn’t been very good” You said taking the small fruits out of the bag.

“Oh my god! I love those! Y/N I haven’t found anything that tastes at least a little bit to this!” She said smiling at you, her eyes a little bit glassy.

“d-do you-do you feel better now?” You asked shyly. Kara rushed to you, wrapping you in a crushing bone hug.

“I’m going to take this as a yes” You said laughing until you felt your shoulder little wet, and her little sobs. You run your finger through her golden hair and kissed her head softly. Your heart was having trouble to keep up, seeing Kara likes this makes you feel sick, she deserves the world, all the world, the whole galaxy even! , but here she was, a sobbing mess, hidden in your arms like a scared child.

Kara needed this, beautiful memories from Krypton, but Kal-El was busy and the only thing that could remind her of her home was the hologram of her mother. But now she had you, she had you here at her apartment, she had your arms wrapped around her, she had your soft voice telling her sweet reassuring words, she had you here with her, alive. Maybe one day you will not be here for her, what if one day you decided to leave her side? what if one day a villain finds out about how much she cares about you and kills you?. Her brain was running with thousand of ideas, memories and worries.

“I thought this was going to make you happy not worst” You said sadly, making Kara giggle a little bit, her tears were of joy, She was happy knowing that She had you by her side, but there was also a little bit of sadness, knowing that she doesn't have you the way She wants it.

“Thank you” She said between tears

“I think I should apologize, I didn't want to make you cry-”

“I’m happy” She said smiling but the tears don't seem to stop.

“it doesn't seem like Kara” You said, wiping a few tears away.

“It’s just-” She sobs and sniff a little bit.

“What?” You grabbed her face in your hands, you weren’t realizing the proximity and the situation you were in, her face so close to yours, her pink lips so close to yours.

Kara didn’t even think a second, she was too overwhelmed to even think properly and the proximity of your lips to her was also making her feel a little bit dizzy

“I like you” She said closing her eyes, ready to hear your rejection, but instead, she felt your soft lips against hers, it took her a few seconds but she kissed you back, her trembling hands resting on your waist.

“I like you too” You said, the two of you were blushing like crazy. Kara giggled at your words not believing that this was happening.

“Are you happy now?-”

“Yeah” She said smiling at you, with a lovesick gaze

“Do you want to cuddle?” You asked her, the blonde keeps smiling like an idiot.

“Yeah”

“Are you still only going to say yeah or no?” You asked, which she giggles and wraps her arms around your neck.

“Kiss me” She whispers, her lips brushing with yours

“...yeah” She giggles and kisses you, forgetting about whatever was bothering her, her stress and mostly everything. She was focused on you, and your soft lips.

such a shitty end , I’m sorry

[my-abibliophobia]

Fav quotes from Tamora Pierce books

Numair was both scattered and brilliant. He would begin a lesson on illusion runes only to be sidetracked by the habits of basilisks or the nature of tides in the air.

"You don't respect me," Kel told Neal with her sourest glare. "I respect you heaps, lady knight. I'd've thrown myself off a bridge, getting this assignment. You, you're there with lists and plans. You listen to every flap-mouthed bumpkin who thinks he can do your task better, and you answer him with a smile and thanks. Why, you've inspired me to be a blessing to my fellow bumpkin, just like you."   "I can turn him into something, if you like," Numair murmured "He was actually complimenting me," she told the mage. "It happens so rarely, I'd hate to see him turned into anything for it."

"I love you, if you get yourself killed, I will never forgive you," said Numair to Daine.       

"There are plenty of fish in the sea besides Prince Jonathan, and this particular fish loves you with all his crooked heart." - George to Alanna  "Don't die on me. It's only a little shoulder wound. Goddess, George- don't die on me." "I didn't know you cared", he whispered. "And why insult me? I won't die for a wee nick like this; I've had worse in my day." "Of course I care, you unprincipled pickpocket!" Alanna whispered. "Of course I care."

Ah. 'Free time.' I've heard about that. Don't fool yourself, Fire-Top. What with the extra hours of lessons for punishments, and the work you get everyday, free time is an illusion. It's what you get when you die and the gods reward you for a life working from dawn until midnight. We all face up to it sooner or later." -Gareth of Naxen

"Hello," [Myles] greeted her cheerfully. "You must be Alan of Trebond. You're very hardy to have made it this far the first day. Has anyone said what we try to learn in here?" Alanna said the first thing that came to her lips. "The only thing I know is that I jump when I'm told to and I have no free time."

Gary: "I like you- for all you're a thief." George: "And I like you, Gary- for all you're a noble."

"Girl, boy or dancing bear, you're the finest page - the finest squire-to-be - at court." ~Jonathan to Alanna

Ralon looked at the others. "They won't step in, no matter what?" he asked slyly. "They won't. I swear on my honor as a gentleman. You'd better swear by something else, though. You don't have any honor." Alanna slapped him with all her strength and ducked.

Myles: “You didn't kill him. He would have killed you, but you didn't kill him.”     Alanna: “So? He was stupid. If I killed everyone who was stupid I wouldn't have time to sleep.

“You are brave kicking a chained prisoner. They must sing heroic ballads about you on winter nights!” “Jem is is very rash," Hilam told Alanna. "I'm not. It's going to take far more than these little barbs to pierce my armor-" "Perhaps my sword will pierce it, then?" Jonathon asked coolly from the doorway.

And the cat! If Faithful was an ordinary cat, Roger would swallow his wizards rod whole.

“If I'd known I'd be traveling with a legend, I would of thought twice about comin' along.” Coram Smythesson

"I think as a human being... Men don't think any differently from women- they just make more noise about being able to."

Alanna: “At least I never thought I could take on an entire army by myself!” Faithful: “You still do.”

“You know something? There are sandstorms that stop man and horse and bury them, I've seen them. I saw bones piled higher than my head for the folly of a bad king and those who wanted his throne. I lived through a blizzard that froze every other creature solid. Against those things, you're just a man. I can deal with you.” -Alanna 

Roger: “You're cocky, aren't you? Killed anyone recently?”                                     Alanna: “No. It's so depressing to come back and find one's work reversed.”

Daine: “Does your ma know you're this silly?” Numair: “The few grey hairs she has on her head are my doing. But, I send her plenty of money, so she can have them dyed!” Onua: “I hope she beat you as a child.”

"All you mages are Players at heart. I swear. Can't do the magic unless you have all kinds of robes and props and a big audience to cheer you." -Onua

Sarge: "Something the matter, my lamb?" Daine: "No, sir. I just never met nobody like you." Buri: "And if you're lucky, you won't again."

“Don't call me 'gentleman'. I work for a livin'.” -George

Jon: "I'd best go then. I have to dance with the Carthaki ambassador's wife." Numair: "Wear iron shoes, Your Majesty."

"Cats aren't special advisers. They advise us all the time, whether we want them to or no." -Daine

Numair (on turning Tristan Staghorn into a tree): “What kind is he, can you tell?” Daine: “I think it's fair rude to make him a tree and not know what kind he is.”

“I would apologize for my rudeness, if I had manners. Happily, I don’t.” -Rikash

Kaddar: "We assumed those tales of women fighting among the Riders were only tales. No woman has ever asked to join our armies." Daine: "With you so open and welcoming to the idea, I'm not surprised."

Kaddar: "Women aren't up to the discipline of military life." Daine: "You must tell Lady Alanna that sometime. I'd do it from a distance."

Diana looked at her feet. "I thought they'd killed you. I lost my temper." Numair's eyes danced. "Magelet, that is the greatest understatement I've ever heard in my life."

Daine: “It's a very great honor meeting you.’ Queen claw (Goddess of Cats) : “Of course it is.”

“I hope you will think of a smart way to fight them. If you don't, I will find a stupid way.” -Daine (to Numair)

Salma: "What do they think their mothers do, when the lords are at war and a raiding party strikes?" Kel: "My aunt lit barrels of lard and had them catapulted onto Scanran ships this summer." Salma: "As would any delicately reared noblewoman.”

"Where's the sunny smile? The 'Hello, Neal, isn't it a wonderful day to be alive in the royal palace?' pain-in-the-bum greeting I usually get?" -Nealan of Queenscove

Lord Wyldon: "You have been told to mind you manners, Page Nealan. I will have an apology for your insolence." Neal: "An apology for general insolence, your lordship, or some particular offense?" Lord Wyldon: "One week scrubbing pots. Be silent." Neal: "How can I be silent and yet apologize?"

Neal: "What possessed you? Why in the name of all the gods in all the Eastern and Southern Lands would you start a fight with them?" Kel: "I didn’t like the shape of Joren’s nose."

“That's Lalasa, Kel's maid. She sews and knows all sorts of ways to hurt you.” -Owen of Jesslaw

"You mean there has to be a reason for the masters to give us hard work? I thought that was their idea of fun." -Kel

Kel: "I'll tell you what the Yamanis told me. Fear is a good thing. It means you're paying attention." Lalasa: "They sound like wonderful people, I'm sure."

Owen sighed “You guys get to do all the jolly things.” Neal glared at the chubby second-year with all the royal disdain of a vexed lion. He was limping from a staff blow to the knee. "You are a bloody-minded savage," he informed Owen sternly. "I hope you are kidnapped by centaurs."

“When people say a knight's job is all glory, I laugh, and laugh, and laugh” Often I can stop laughing before they edge away and talk about soothing drinks." -Raoul of Goldenlake and Malorieâs Peak

“You're alive. Most people who go five rounds with my lord can only babble about funeral plans.” -Domitan of Masbolle

“I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, my lord. You are a bad man.” -Kel

Sergeant Osbern: “Let's have an inspection. Mithros witness, if I find one strap undone, heads will roll. Giles of Veldine: But, Sergeant Osbern, sir, I like my head.”

“Tilt with Lord Raoul? Why don't I just lie down in front of an elephant and let him step on me? I bet it feels the same.” -Neal

The Chamber of the Ordeal: “You again.” Kel: “Yes, of course, it’s me. I’m proving to myself that I’m not afraid of you.” The Chamber of the Ordeal: “But you are.” Kel: “I like lying to myself. It’s fun.”

Kel: “He’s a fine judge of folk, Peachblossom. Except Neal. He’s prejudiced against Neal.” Tobe: “He just likes the way Neal squeaks when he’s bit.”

Kel waited for them to quiet once again before she said ruefully, “I’m not sure that being known for gutting a man is exactly a recommendation for a commander.” ”It is in the north!” cried someone.

"If he's like this now, how will he stay calm when his daughter tries for her knighthood?" -Irnai the Seer (about Neal)

"Mistresses, have you ever noticed that when we disagree with a male- I hesitate to say 'man'- or find ourselves in a position over males, the first comment they make is always about our reputations or our monthlies?" -Kel

"It appalls me to say this, but for the first time I find myself in agreement with Sir Nealan." - Lord Wyldon of Cavall

Owen looked up at her with suspicion. “Are you goin’ act like a girl now?” he demanded. ”No,” Kel said, stifling a giggle- something that really would frighten him. “It won’t happen again.”

“I want a scar to impress the girls,” Owen informed Neal, “They like a man who looks dangerous, and my face needs all the help I can get.” ”At least let me clean it,” Neal growled. “Unless you think you’ll look really dangerous with your face rotting off.”

Slave Woman: "So were you always mad, or did it come on you when you was took?" Aly: "I'm told it runs in the family."

"It's as sophisticated as a blueberry." - Alanna (on seeing Aly's blue hair)

"I don’t trust anyone who feels you should like them because they love themselves so much." - Dove

"Such fatherly wrath. I would be terrified, except, well, I'm not." - Kyprioth

"Why, I'm just as true and honest as dirt. And I'm even more charming than dirt." - Aly

"Merchants," Ulasim remarked drily, referring to her false background again. "Yes, of course I believe you. I must, mustn't I? You are Kyprioth's chosen, so the truth drips from your tongue like honey from the comb."

"The lower city is mine, it's people are mine. If I find them that's doing all this kidnapping and murdering, they'd best pray for mercy, Because once I get my teeth in 'em, I will NEVER let them go." -Beka Cooper

"Shut your gob...You tell me nothin' in my kennel. Here, I am Queen Bitch, and you will muzzle yourself." -Kebibi Ahuda

"If he were any stiffer, I'd paint a design on him, and use him for a sheild." ~Alanna about Lord Wyldon.

"But that's my good side. You really should tell her some of my faults. Then again - please don't. I forgot you actualy know my faults." ~Numair

"Some people think they're pretty observant since they became heroes of the war," ~Alanna

" I suppose he could have changed," Neal said dryly. "I myself have noticed my growing resemblence to a daffodil." The other pages snorted.  Kel eyed her friend. "You do look yellow around the edges," she told him, her face quite serious. "I hadn't wanted to bring it up."

"Kel grinned, but said "You know, orgres only sound stupid. Most are pretty smart." "And it's a shallow person who judges anyone by the way they sound," he admitted cheerfuly. "I'm so shallow I'm suprised I don't reflect myself."

"And if wishes were pies, I`d weigh more than I do". Sir Myles of Barony Olau  

"Thus went my first Court Day. I think i'm going to puke." - Rebecca Cooper

"You haven't been bit till a dragon does it." - Diane  

"I'm about to commence four years of obeying the cause of a bruiser on a horse. I refuse to put down what might be the last book I see for months." - Neal

"Lord Raoul asked me to tell you that if you get yourself killed, he will never speak to you again." To Kel.