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Which Eternal Lie; Time travel fic
Topic Started: October 28, 2007, 4:54 pm (15,775 Views)
Verity
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Poor Mary with that protective laird. :( That's not fair. I agree with Kirk. That is fucked. I hope he can help her. He was sooooo sweet when he vowed to protect her, and not let her get married off.

Your description of Mary was beautiful, and very well done

You are very good at writing romances. :)

:heart: it!!!!
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Aha, Kirk the avenger :) It looks like Mary has found herself a good champion in him.... (and I think that Kirk is most certainly going to enjoy teaching her what she doesn't know yet!). The language that you use is so eloquent and well done. I'm really enjoying this piece :)
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Thanks, Verity. I thought that last part might be a bit sappy, but apparantly it fits the story :blush:

Chapter 20

"Morag, did ye and Cliff sleep together last night?", asked Jeanie.

Morag nodded, a flush creeping up her neck. "Aye, we did. It was lovely", she sighed.

Jeanie frowned. "Morag, what if he gets a babe in yer belly? Then what shall ye do? He doesna seem like the marrying type", she admonished.

Her eyes narrowed. "I want another bairn, after what happened with Daisy. I want a bairn of me own, and it shall not die either. I shall see to it", she said, a determined look on her face.

"Morag, I know ye want another child, but this is not the right way to do so. Ye need to get married first, and Cliff is an Outlander, and he isna the marrying type. If we want to marry Cliff, I shall not stand in yer way. But be careful", she warned.

"Jeanie, ye worry too much. If I get a bairn in me belly, it will not die like Daisy", she vowed, walking towards the graveyard.

Morag walked amongst the stones of the village courtyard. It was empty, the skies overhead gray and cloudy. It looks the way I am feeling, she mused, stopping in front of a small grave.

She bent down and carefully arranged the lillies sprouting from its surface. The marker was smaller than the others, the front plain. The marker was simple, with the following inscription:

Daisy McKenna
Born and died on February 1, 1741
May ye rest with the angels


Morag let a tear fall down her cheek, as she looked at her daughter's gravestone. Aye, my little one. Ye barely even got a chance to draw breath, when the angels took ye. I hope I can have another bairn soon, I shall not let them die, she vowed, sobbing against the headstone.


Cliff was taking a shortcut through the graveyard. The class had been dismissed early because Alisdair thought it would rain, and he decided to take a shortcut to the castle.

Just then, he heard someone crying. That's weird, I don't see any funeral, he thought, following the direction of the sobs.

Cliff was surprised to see Morag hunched over a grave. Choked sobs came from her throat, her shoulders heaving. He slowly walked towards her, not wanting to startle her.

Morag could feel someone walking towards her. She slowly turned around, surprised to see Cliff.

"Morag, you are all right?", he asked, concerned.

She shook her head, unable to speak. He looked closely at the grave, frowning. "Who's Daisy?", he asked.

"Daisy was my daughter. She died soon after birth. She is with the angels", she whispered.

Cliff held her as she sobbed against his shoulder. Daughter? She had a daughter?, he thought, puzzled.

"I had no husband. We met during Beltane, he said pretty words and lay with me. He ran off, leaving me with a babe in me belly. Daisy lived an hour, she was very weak. She is with the angels", she said, her voice trembling.

"Morag, I don't know what to say. That's terrible. Poor kid", he murmured. Poor Daisy, and poor Morag. Losing your kid is tough, and just after birth too, he thought, embracing her.

She lifted her head, an eerie look in her green eyes. "Cliff, I want ye to give me a bairn. I do not want my child to die. It shall live, I swear. And ye are under no obligation. Many men do not", she said, a hint of bitterness in her voice.

"Morag, don't say that. A man's gotta take responsibility for his kids. That bastard who got you pregnant, he can go fuck himself. I'd never do that. Listen, if you got pregnant, I'll be with you. I don't want my kid hating me when they grew up, thinking their dad abandoned them. James's dad left his family behind, and he hasn't gotten over it. That's why he drinks and chases girls, and writes angry music. Morag, I'll stay by you, no matter what", he vowed.

"Cliff, how beautiful. Ye are a good man. Ye promise, ye will not run off if there is a bairn?", she asked solemnly.'

"I promise", he said, taking off one of his skull rings and putting it on her finger.

"Will ye give me a bairn, Cliff?", she asked.

"Yes", he replied simply, kissing her lips.
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Poor Mary :( I'm happy that Kirk wants to take care of her. Same with Cliff and Morag. It's really sad what happened to her :( ... Cliff behaved very responsibly :D But if Morag gets pregnant, will Cliff return to 1985? :wacko:
Really great updates! :heart:
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That was a great update!!!
I have to ask the same question as Maggie though. What would happen if Cliff returns to 1985???

Eeek!!! A fabulous soap opera. :horns:
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OOOh a baby :)
Cliff is being very sweet and responsible, but I also wonder what will happen if they go back to 1985, it reminds me of a television series, but I can't remember it's name
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Chapter 21

"Mam, are ye all right? You look peaked", asked Jeanie.

Her mother smiled wanly at her, her blue eyes drooping. "Aye Jeanie, I am getting old. I am no spring chicken, ye ken. Dinna worry, it is the hay sickness. I shall be fine in a wee bit. Why not concentrate on yer young man?", she admonished gently.

Jeanie blushed. "James is Liam's teacher, that is all. I mean, he is quite fit, but all the other lasses think so too. Besides, I have things to do, I am busy", she replied.

Her mother frowned. She'd seen how her daughter looked at James. It was clear that she fancied him, that she secretly wanted him. Jeanie, always the responsible, sensible, practical daughter. I want my daughter to find a husband soon. I want someone to take care of her and Liam, she thought.

Just then, Liam and James arrived at the house. "Be quiet, me Mam is not feeling so well", she whispered.

"All right, Jeanie", whispered Liam.

"Sorry about your Mom. I hope she feels better", said James. He looked at Jeanie, noticing the tired look on her face, her shoulders sagging with exhaustion. She and Morag must do all the work around here. I hope her Mom's not really that sick, he thought, frowning.

"Jeanie, sit down. You look like you need a break", he said, pulling out a chair.

She sank gratefully onto the chair, sighing in relief. "Thank ye, James", she said, a small smile on her lips.

James felt his heart skip a beat. She's beautiful when she smiles, he thought. Stop that, Hetfield. Her Mom's sick, and you got a dirty mind, he reminded himself.

They could hear loud coughing coming from the room, and then spitting. Her Mom must be really sick, that sounds like one helluva cold, he thought.

"James, ye are welcome to stay for supper. 'Tis not much, but I dinna have the time to cook a big supper", she said, blushing.

He smiled reassuringly at her. "That's all right, darlin'", he said, blue eyes merry.

Liam raised an eyebrow. Is James sweet on my sister?, he thought. Oddly enough, the idea didn't upset him. In fact, it souded good. He liked James, who didn't treat him like a child, and was quick to praise his skills and correct his faults. He's almost like a father, even though he is not much older than me. I want him to court Jeanie, then he can be my father, he thought.

He got up from his chair and went to his mother's room. "Mam, ye look terrible", he said.

"I know, Liam. I dinna feel good, but it shall pass", she said, as she coughed again.

"Mam, ye need to see the healer. Ye have been sick for over a month", he said, concerned.

"I canna. There is the weaving, and the cooking, and the gardening. I am busy", she whispered.

"Mam, ye need to see the healer", he repeated.

"Maybe, Liam", she mumbled, closing her eyes.

Tomorrow, I shall get the healer, I want Mam to get better, he vowed, a solitary tear falling down his cheek.
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uuuh, I hope Jeanie's Mum will get better :( James was great in this :blush: i like the fact he understands the fact she's tired and he's so caring :)
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I wonder if James will bring Jeanie and her mom into modern times so that her mom can have modern medicine.

This story keeps getting better and better. :dance There are so many different directions, twists and turns that you could take this, and I can't wait to find out what's going to happen.
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So so many twists and turns coming in cropping up. Those four are getting so involved in the lives of others, it's going to be interesting to see what happens if and when they decide to return to 1985. Although in theory, they could live out lives with their respective other halves in this time, then return to 85 and nothing would have changed? Maybe I'm over thinking this! Question is - what if they die or what not - what then?!

This story is excellent and I'm really, really looking forward to seeing what's coming next!
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Chapter 22

Liam had trouble concentrating the next day. He was deep in thought, his mind troubled.

"Liam, what is the matter with ye, laddie? Ye keep missin' yer mark", said Alasdair.

"I am sorry, Alasdair. I will try harder", he mumbled, blushing.

James observed the boy, frowning. He's worried about his Mom. she really looked like crap, and she kept coughing. I don't think that's a cold, he mused.

"Liam, come with me. I think we need to talk, if you don't mind, Alasdair", said James.

"No, I dinna mind. Liam, be mindful of what Master Hetfield says, and be a good laddie", said Alasdair sternly.

James and Liam walked away from the group silently. "Liam, is this about your Mom?", he asked gently.

Liam turned to face him, blue eyes shining with tears. "James, me Mam is sick. I dinna ken what is wrong with her, she coughs and coughs. Last night, she spit up blood. Is she going to die?", he asked fearfully.

James felt a chill go down his spine. Damn, that's what happened with Mom. He closed his eyes and remembered how it had been with his mother, when she had cancer. I think is Mom is dying, he thought sadly.

"Liam, my mother was sick for a long time before she died. Because of our religion, she didn't go to doctors, and she died sooner than if she had received treatment. Your Mom has to see a doctor", he said.

"Mam does not want to see the healer. She says she is merely tired, it shall pass. What do I do?", he asked, trying not to cry.

"We gotta talk to this healer guy and see if he can do anything", said James. Yeah right, I doubt he can do anything, he thought, not wanting to scare him.

"I canna believe this, I am blubbering like a bairn, when I should be strong, I am supposed to be a man. I hope nobody saw us", said Liam, his face flushed and tears forming in his eyes.

"Liam, you are not weak for crying. You're still a kid, and your Mom is really sick. And you got two women to take care of. You gotta be strong, but you've got a right to cry. I know, I've been there. Now let's find the healer", said James.


"Now Meg, be still while I apply this ointment. It shall sting a wee bit, then ye'll feel better", said Violet.

The little girl smiled bravely, as Violet applied the ointment to the cut on her arm. She closed her eyes, wincing at the stinging sensation.

Lars observed the scene, a small smile on his lips. She's really good with kids, she'll make a great Mom,, he mused, surprised at the direction of his thoughts.

"Thank you, Miss Violet", said Meg, kissing her cheek.

"Now be careful, Meg", she admonished.

"You handled that really well, Violet. I would've gotten pissed at a kid screaming like that", said Lars, smiling at her.

"You have got to learn patience, Lars. It is not the child's fault. Yelling only makes it worse", she chided.

Just then, the door burst open and James and Liam stepped in. "Me Mam is really sick", said Liam, his eyes red from crying.

"Well, Father is busy right now, but I can take a look", she replied.

"Violet, are you sure? Wht if it's contagious?", asked Lars, concerned.

She raised an eyebrow. "Lars, it is my duty to help anyone in need. I have not gotten sick from a patient, and I doubt I ever will. I may need your help", she said, as they followed James and Liam.
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That was a powerful chapter. The way that you paralleled Liam and his mother with James's real life story was brilliant, and really added a lot to his character. It's funny how 2 different people from 2 totally different time periods can still have some of the same fears and problems. That was beautifully done, and James was so sweet. :heart:
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Wow, that was really wonderful for James to talk this sincerely to Liam and to want to help his mother. I wonder if healer and Violet will be able to help her...
And I liked Lars being concerned about Violet :D
Great! :heart:
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Chapter 23

They arrived at the McKenna's house several minutes later. Jeanie was there, her hands nervously clutching her apron. James smiled reassuringly at her, before facing Violet and Lars.

"Jeanie, Liam, James, wait there while we examine the patient", she said, as her and Lars entered the room.

The room was very dark, oppresively so. The drapes completely covered the windows, plunging the room into almost total darkness. They could barely make out the prone figure of the woman on the bed, her graying blond hair the only color in the room.

Lars felt a tingling sensation in the back of his neck. Why is this room so dark? And why are the windows shut? A person could get sick just being in here, he shuddered.

"Mistress McKenna, it is me, Violet, the healer's daughter. I need to see you", she whispered.

She slowly opened her eyes, the pale blue orbs glittering brilliantly in the dark room. "I am fine. Liam is just worried, that is all", she croaked.

I don't like the look of her. This is not a cold, this may be a lot worse, he frowned.

"Mistress McKenna, Liam tells me ye have been coughing plenty, and even spitting up blood. That and yer weakness and pallor means ye have the consumption", said Violet gently.

"No, no, it cannot be. What about Jeanie and Morag and Liam? Who shall take care of them? And where shall they live? I cannot die", she wailed, starting to sob.

Lars watched the scene unfold. Damn, we gotta do something. Who's gonna watch the kids?, he wondered. Suddenly, he felt guilty for all the times he'd spoken back to his parents, for every time he complained about touring or yelled at his bandmates.

"Mistress McKenna, we shall come up with something. Rest now, and I shall make you a honeysuckle tea", whispered Violet. She nodded weakly, her eyelids drooping closed.

"What happened with Mam?", asked Liam, hope in his voice.

Violet sighed. "Everyone, sit down. Liam, Jeanie, your Mam has the consumption. I am afraid she will not live long, I am very sorry", she murmurred.

Liam's eyes filled with tears, while Jeanie looked on numbly. It cannot be. Two months ago, she was fine, and now she is dying. Where do we go? Liam is not old enough to be the man of the house, she thought.

James observed them, a bland look on his face. However, he could feel their pain, he'd been there before. Damn, that's terrible. And we can't do anything about it, he thought, a solitary tear falling down his cheek.

The sound of coughing prompted Violet to check on her again. Mrs. McKenna was awake, an odd look in her eyes.

"Mistress McKenna, ye should be resting", she chided gently.

"Bring Master Hetfield and Jeanie into the room", she croaked. Violet looked puzzled, but left the room.

James and Jeanie entered the room. He felt a shiver go down his spine, the room reminded him of his mother's room. What does she want? he wondered, gripping Jeanie's hand.

"Jeanie, Master Hetfield. I have one wish before I go. Jeanie, I want to see ye and Liam and Morag safe. Master Hetfield, I want ye to wed Jeanie, so her and Liam and Morag will be protected. Ye are a good man, and will be able to provide for them. But do not wait too long, I do not have much time", she whispered.
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Holy shit this getting good! Tons of suspense! :dance

What's a man to do? The girl's dying mom is pleading him to wed. Wow. I wonder how they will ever go back to 1985.
And poor Lars, feeling bad for all the times that he talked back to his parnets and bandmates.
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