20 Questions for the Goblin King: 7

*Written in collaboration with Pirate-Yashimaru. Please see A/N.*


She stands as well, her actions a response to his, an echo at full volume. No half-hearted mimicry, this! Her approach to the mirror takes slightly longer, as her steps slow despite her intention of movement. Whatever it is that binds Sarah away from herself, away from Jareth, is no match for this determination.

His internal smirk as he hears his Lady think Do not defy me! to that which still attempts to contain her provides enough encouragement and strength that Sarah reaches out and touches the glass. Jareth can feel that touch on his own cheek, and knows that their triumph is at hand.

Interviewer – Yes.

Such a simple word, heard and spoken thousands of times every day with so little meaning behind it. Three simple letters, one tiny word, and yet on this day, in this moment, there could be no word more powerful. No sooner does her hand touch the glass then it begins to glow slightly. As she speaks that simple word it bursts into a blaze of golden light, causing her to draw back her hand to shield her eyes. She watches the glowing glass through her fingers for a moment before lowering her hand. The glass seems to pulse with ripples like those left in a pond after a pebble is dropped. The light, once blinding, now feels warm and calming. It feels like home.

As she stands in the warmth of the golden light feeling safe and content, she can't help but wrap her arms up around her chest, letting her hands come to rest on what should have been her shoulders. Instead, her hands feel the soft leather of two gloved hands resting there. Hardly able to believe the events taking place she turns her attention back to the mirror where now she can see him, standing behind her with a welcoming smile.

GK – I promise that I will always be here beside you, for as long as it takes and even long after. You will never be alone. I swear I will help you find what you seek but know this...