Chapter Two
The sun poured in threw the kitchen window, as I stood at the sink washing berries for mother. I stared longingly at the fresh, green grass, I wanted to be out there, running free. I hated being stuck inside, "Where is Artemis running off too? He can’t be done with all his chores all ready."
"I don’t know, darling, but I’m sure Arbellason had a good reason to give him the afternoon off. Now you need to get back to work preparing those berries, I don’t want to be in this kitchen all day."
"It’s not fair," I whined, "I want to be outside, exploring like Artemis, I hate being the youngest."
"Goodness gracious child, stop that pouting. I need your help with these pies," Cuiledhwen said grabbing more flour, "besides, we’ll have our own adventure when we deliver the goodies to Faye."
"Your taking my only daughter to that human’s house," my father said slamming threw the front door. "I don’t think she should be exposed to his kind, not now, not ever."
Mother sighed loudly, "stop saying such things, your scaring the poor girl."
"She should be scared, he is the enemy and she needs to prepare herself."
"Prepare herself for what," Cuiledwhen snapped, "you want our daughter to be ready to fight in another war. You want her on the front lines, the first to die in battle, is that what you want?"
"Mama, please," I said exasperated. I hated seeing my parents argue and it was worse when they were arguing over me, "Father isn’t serious…"
"Of course I’m not serious," Arbellason said scowling, "and your mother knows that. Cuiledwhen, I didn’t come in here for another fight, I just wanted to tell you Artemis went on an outing with Vanya. He probably won’t be back till late."
My ears perked and I quickly forgot about the previous harsh words between my parents, "He got to go on an outing, with the princess, what about his chores?"
"I will finish his chores, not that it’s any of your concern, little one. You will receive the same courtesies when it comes time for you to court a spouse. Now if you ladies will excuse me, I have to get back to work," Arbellason said, heading to the door. "I want both of you to be careful when you deliver those pies and Cuiledwhen, don’t let Tira out of your sight."
Oooh! Baby on the way… and not just any baby, a human/elf baby. This ought to be interesting! Faye is so cute; she’s got one of my favorite of Enayla’s skins.
Tira is pretty wise for such a young kid. But I guess the circumstances surrounding her childhood and whatnot would cause some quick growing up on her part.
Comment by Mao — November 16, 2006 @ 10:52 pm
ooooh a baby! How exciting! And for a “Phantom” he doesn’t seem too dark and mysterious. No wonder Faye fell for him–he’s quite good-looking!
haha
I wonder if Arbellason will actually come and help the birthing–that should be interesting.
Comment by guRl — November 17, 2006 @ 1:15 pm
That’s going to be one interesting baby! Can’t wait to see what it loos like. Especially with those skins. I heart the Phantom. What a hottie!
Comment by O. Amy — November 17, 2006 @ 2:07 pm
OOOh I can’t wait to see the baby!!! Thanks for the update I was looking forward to this and I am looking forward to the next!!!
Comment by Jenni — November 17, 2006 @ 4:40 pm
Your sims are very beautiful, Carrie. I really enjoy your stories.
Comment by Lisa — November 17, 2006 @ 7:54 pm
Tira’s such a sweety, and wise beyond her years too. I hope Arbellason hustles over there & gets past his bigotry! Yes, we do like Phantom!
Comment by suzie sim — November 17, 2006 @ 11:07 pm
Wow Carrie! This was a great update! i’m ready for the next chapter
Comment by Apache — November 19, 2006 @ 2:32 pm
Wow! Interesting baby! Phantom is gorgeous!
Comment by Jacuzzi — November 20, 2006 @ 2:35 pm
Great story! I’m also in the process of writing my own elvish story. I’ve just read all the chapters of yours and I’m hooked. I’ll be checking back often for the next chapter.
And I cant wait to see the baby!
Comment by Naomi — November 23, 2006 @ 5:40 am
I hope that Tira is able to overcome the prejudice of her family and can see others for who they are inside and not just what they are. Phantom seems like a good place to start. I can’t wait to see the baby.
Comment by Heather/Simaholic — November 28, 2006 @ 12:43 am
More please! I’m so glad that Tira isn’t as judgmental as the adults in her life.
Comment by Chaynne — December 16, 2006 @ 5:43 am
Whew, dad sure doesn’t like humans at all! (Not that I can blame him, but he should adjust to changing times.) Good for Cuiledwhen, teaching her daughter not to judge people by their race, but to get to know them as individuals first. Faye is a very pretty elf! And I love her gown!! Wow, Faye get up a lot to be with Phantom. I hope he does make her happy, no matter how rude their neighbors are when the come to visit. Hmm, I agree with Tira. I hope it wasn’t fear her mom was showing, because then she’s not listening to what she told her daughter, to judge people as individuals. Ooo, the first halfbreed baby is about to be born! *cheers*
Comment by Aeronwy — December 26, 2006 @ 1:08 pm