Author's Note: All characters participating in sexual activities are over the age of 18.
I want to thank everyone that has liked and commented on the story, publicly and privately. Writing this makes me feel like I have found my calling, it's all thanks to you!
This chapter marks the end of the first half of Tiafell's story. Comments and feedback are welcome, enjoy!
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Chapter 24: Endings, Beginnings, and Everything Between
Twenty six years ago, Samora and Erafell were fully nude and in the throes of passion under the dogwood tree near Marlon's tower, their legs interlocked as they ground their drenched vaginas together. Erafell laid on her back and rubbed her small breasts, thumbing her nipples. Samora's huge breasts swayed with every motion. Their breathing was hard and frenzied, the climax was fast approaching.
They sat up, wanting to hold each other when their orgasms hit. Screaming, their pussies released the pressure that was building up inside them, their lips and thighs. Panting heavily, the elf collapsed onto Samora, who gently laid down with her. The two women's hands roamed the other's body as they cooled down.
"So, you're really leaving? You can't stay here with me and learn more of Father's magic?" Samora asked.
Erafell shook her head. "I'm afraid not. I feel something out there is calling me, though I cannot say what it is."
"I really wish you would stay; I love you."
"I love you too, Mora."
"No, you don't understand." Samora looked into her eyes. "I LOVE you! Not merely as a friend. I want us to be lovers, and one day marry!"
"Oh Mora, I would be happy to have you as a wife. But I can't, it doesn't feel right. I will always be your dearest friend, but you and I are meant to be with other people. It feels like fate somehow."
"I don't care what fate says!!" Samora was becoming angry. "I want you! Don't you feel the same way about ME??"
Erafell sat up. "Mora, please! The last thing I want to do is break your heart! If I didn't feel this strongly about my decision, I would happily marry you right now! I swear it!"
"Tch..." Samora grabbed her clothes. "Do whatever you want, I don't care." She rushed to dress herself and stormed off.
"Mora! Mora!! Please, come back!!!" Erafell's pleas were ignored.
"My own memories for a change." Samora commented, dreaming again. "I was so angry with you at the time, I refused to see you off when you left the tower, Father said it broke your heart. At the time, it felt like I was getting back at you. I deeply regret that, if only I had known our next meeting would be our last."
Years later, Samora was holding a fatally injured Erafell in the Town Square of Elfandall. But this time, she was witnessing the events through her father's eyes. They had been trying to convince the Elders to keep the baby Tiafell to no avail.
"Father's memories?" The witch was perplexed.
"For the last time, take this cursed woman and her demon child out of our village! Do not make us repeat ourselves!!" The Elven Chief demanded. Past Samora gently laid Erafell down to argue with him and the other Elders. Erafell called Marlon to her side, he was holding the baby Tiafell in his arms.
"Marlon? I need you to do something for me." She asked weakly. "Find my husband Cardexx, he has our daughter, Trista. I need you to bring her here as well. I cannot bear the thought of Dred getting either of my children..."
"I promise, my dear." Marlon squeezed her hand.
"Thank you." Erafell rubbed her newborn's tiny head. "Tiafell, I'm so sorry Mommy and Daddy cannot be with you. But you'll have Trista with you soon. Have the best life you can, I love you with all my heart, my dear baby boy..."
"Trista never made it to Elfandall, and Tiafell was forced to grow up without a loving family, it still makes me sick to the day." Samora lamented. "I was so busy arguing with the Elven Elders that I did not hear her request. Because of that, I didn't know Trista existed at the time. I understand why Father kept things from me. The longevity spell not only halted my aging, but my emotional maturity. I was in my late seventies at the time and still acted like a child. That cursed magic truly does more harm than good."
Erafell asked for Samora to return to her side.
"I'm here!" The past witch tearfully answered, holding her again. Marlon went to speak to the elders. The dream shifted to the Past Samora's point of view.
"I'm sorry I broke your heart, Mora, I cannot possibly make it up to you. Please, promise me that you will find someone else, don't spend the rest of your life mourning for me."
"I promise." Past Samora replied.
"I only said that to appease you, I mourned you until well after my own children were born." The Present-Day Samora admitted.
"Thank you. I want... to be buried under that dogwood tree near the tower. It's my favorite spot, so peaceful and quiet." Erafell coughed up blood.
"Erafell????"
"Goodbye, Mora... I love you... be... happy..."
Erafell's body went limp in Samora's arms. Her head tilted to the side, looking at nothing. She shook her deceased friend to no avail, then loudly wept.
"This was as painful as losing Father was." Samora recollected. "But you were right. If you and I had married, our children would never have been born, and the world would have been robbed of its only chance to be rid of Dred. Thank you for following your heart, you made the right decision. I could not be prouder to have been your friend and to have fallen in love with you. However, it's time for me to let you go and fulfill my promise to you and Father to be happy. Before that, Dred must be stopped. He took the two of you away from me, he also took you away from Trista, Tiafell, and Cardexx. He must be stopped before he takes anyone else, and I will do whatever I must to ensure your son sends that bastard into the void of nonexistence!!"
Samora opened her eyes, then rose and stretched. Nude, she stood and donned a lacey black dress, finishing her morning grooming ritual by combing her long blonde hair. After visiting the graves and making breakfast, she paid a visit to Trista's room. The female elf hybrid was still asleep when she entered but roused at the sound of the opening door.
"Samora?" Trista groggily rubbed her eyes, turning to face her visitor. "You're earlier than usual." A strap of her gown had fallen off her shoulder, and her black hair was a mess. She rose and stretched, yawning.
"My apologies, sleepyhead. I thought you may want to enjoy breakfast with me in the dining room this morning. Because..." Samora placed her hands on Trista's shoulders. "... not a trace of Dred's essence remains in your body! You are now free to leave this room and go wherever you want! Congratulations!!!" She excitedly declared. The weight of those words took a moment to sink in. The elf was hit by a flood of emotions, throwing herself into Samora's arms and crying loudly. The witch held her tenderly, letting her cry while stroking her hair. Once she was finished, Trista pulled away.
"Before we get to that, I have something to give you! Come with me!" Samora led Trista to her bedroom. There was a green sleeveless dress hanging on the wall. "I made outfits for everyone before they left and made one for you as well. Put it on and then join me downstairs." She left to give her some privacy. Trista strolled around the room, taking in Samora's scent. She stopped at the dress, feeling the fabric.
"The dress is gorgeous, and it feels wonderful. But I was hoping the 'surprise' would be something more physical."
Having put on her new outfit, Trista made her way downstairs, taking her time and enjoying her new freedom and surroundings. Though unaware of where the dining room was, it was easy to find by following Samora's presence. Inside, the witch was sitting at the head of the table with a plate, glass, and silverware. A second meal was prepared next to her.
"Ah! You look stunning in that dress! Elves are often associated with the color green, so I made something to highlight those features on you!"
The elf pulled the chair back and joined her. "Thank you. I do look good in it, and the fabric feels great against my skin."
"Comfort is the main thing, not that style isn't important. We have to look as good as we feel, right?" The women shared a laugh, then enjoyed their meal together while chatting about clothes and fashion.
"I want to show you something." Trista said after finishing. She held her palm out and began an incantation.