Chapter 9

They returned to the forest in the park. They were relieved to be back and happy that Rachel had finally woke up that morning [ although she was still very sick and hurt]. They looked around and their relief and happiness vanished. The cottage had been burnt down. They walked out of the forest with their trainers behind them.

As they did they saw three leaves that were blown into the air by wind didn't move but stayed suspended mid-air. There were people on the walking trail stuck and not moving. It looked like they were jogging.

They reached the play ground and kids were frozen on the slide and the swings.

Time didn't unfreeze. Said Patron. What's going on? Guylest distracted me. Said Rosen. When we were rescuing Rachel and I let down my guard and he was able to destroy everything. She was right. Once they had gotten to their neighborhood, all the houses had something missing. For some their roves were missing and some windows and doors. But no one was hurt or killed. I am sorry. Said Rosen. I never meant for this to happen. It's not your fault Replied Jayson. It was Guylest and his army. Let's just get into a house. Said Rachel. She was still weak and needed help walking. Patron supported her. We can use my house. They walked to Rachel's house. It still had a roof but the windows and doors were missing.

There's plenty of food in the fridge and we have a fire place in case it get's cold.

Patron then helped on the couch and moved it to the window so she could see what was going on as the rest of them looked around for anyone who might not have remained frozen. Rachel looked at the drive-way and saw her parent’s cars with them in them.

She let out a small sigh and wished things were still normal. The others then returned with the news that they were the only ones not frozen in time and that they had no idea how to fix it. The sky was stuck in a beautiful sunset and they were the only ones who could admire it's beauty.

Jayson sat down next to Rachel. His hands rubbing his head. What's wrong? Asked Rachel. I just have a head ache. He answered. Nothing to be worried about. So how are you feeling?

Like I’ve just been shot in the stomach. She replied. But I’ll get over it.

So what happened after you had been kidnapped? He asked Nothing much. She said. I was just placed into a dungeon, barely aware of what was happening.

Oh. Said Jayson. They then just sat in silence, looking out the window. Rosen then prepared lunch and Jayson helped Rachel to the dinning room.

They ate their sandwiches and then discussed what they were going to do.

We could go back to Tanlon. Suggested Patron. Maybe there we could figure something out.

We can't. Said Rocktin. I tried to see earlier but Guylest has stopped all transportation here. We're stuck. Jayson then let out a small moan and held his head. Are you okay? Asked Thomas. You look sick. I'm fine. He replied. I just have a head ache. Do you want me to see if I help? Asked Patron. No. He answered. It'll pass soon. Well we're going out later for building supplies to fix the door and the windows. Said Rosen. Would you like to stay here with Rachel? Jayson nodded. Alright then. Said Rosen. We should go now. At they got up to leave. Rachel and Jayson stayed at the table and then helped each other back to the couch which was still by the window. Jayson's head ache didn't go away but got worse. Are you going to be okay? Asked Rachel. Maybe you should let Thomas or Patron help.

No. He replied. I don't want to get them even more worried then they already are.

He looked up at his friend and her eyes were wide. Her mouth slightly open.

What is it? He asked. You are levitating the table. She answered. He turned around and the table was indeed in the air.

Are you sure it's me and not you. He asked. You could be enchanting it.

I already searched for were it was coming from and a strong magic is rating from you to the table. Same type of magic. She answered. Two questions. Said Jayson. One how do you know how to do that and two what does this mean?

One Rosen taught me, it's a skill only an enchantress has and two this means you have telekinetic powers. She said this still staring at the table. We have to tell the others when they come home. But for now just try to relax and put the table down. It took him twenty minuets to set it down. Good. Said Rachel. I think I might know why you're having head aches now.

Yeah it's kind of clear now. Replied Jayson. After another ten minuets the others returned with lumber, tools, glass panes, paint, paint brushes, a new door, hinges, and a sack of nails and screws. I have a problem. Said Jayson as they walked in. I can move things with my mind. He almost blurted this out. What??? Asked all of the people who went to the store.

Jayson explained what happened while they were gone. That would explain the head aches. Said Patron. But you shouldn't have this ability yet.

What do you mean yet? Asked Rachel. He shouldn't have this power until he's an adult. Answered Rosen. That's when Tukon got his.

I don't understand. I know how to fix everything. Said Rocktin. When I tested to see if we could telaport I discovered a force field spell. This spell can contain magic so we can't do anything that let us leave the force field. But were it contains our magic it also is the source of the spell he's got on everyone and everything.

I don't understand. Said Jayson. You can break it. He answered. You can put enough force on it. But we can't use magic to get out. Said Jayson. This magic is a different kind of magic. Answered Rosen. Normal magic comes from the heart and the mind. This magic only comes from the mind. But he doesn't know how to control it. Said Rachel. He didn't mean to do it last time.

That's why I’m here. Said Rocktin. I know how to help him. Tukon told me how he did it.

At this him and Jayson walked out side to practice. Just picture what you're trying to move or break. Instructed Rocktin. The force field is clear and is occasionally clear with a purple stripe. Now close your eyes and imagine what I just told you exploding. Jayson tried and tried and tried but had no luck. By the time he told Rocktin to go inside his head ache felt like a mallet had hit his head and was continuing to do so. It had been hours since he was inside.

They had fixed Rachel's house and planned on fixing the others the next day.

Rachel came outside with Jayson. She now had a smooth piece of left over wood to help support her.

Around her shoulders was a blanket and in her left arm was one for Jayson.

You've been out here for eight hours now. She said as she placed the blanket around Jayson's shoulders. You should come in and sleep. You can try again in the morning. He wanted to argue but he was to tired. So he followed her back into the house.

He laid down on the floor and fell asleep. He woke up early that morning, before anyone else. His mind was now clear and went to try again.

He just stood there for awhile trying. He tried for twenty-eight minuets and then he created a small hole in the force field that held them captive. Within the hour that small hole had almost eaten up the rest of the prison.

I did it! He shouted at the top of his lungs, awakening everyone. Everyone came to see. But they rushed inside quickly because the time and the people began to unfreeze. Rosen froze them again and then she rebuilt the house were the broken and fallen parts lied and got more supplies [which they left money for] and they all rebuilt the rest of the homes. They spent one more night there. In the morning they went to the park, rebuilt the cottage, but they decided not to unfreeze time just yet. Now we just have to beat Guylest and his army of darklings. Said Thomas. Are we ready to go?

I am. Said Rachel. She was better now and no longer required help standing or walking. The only pain left was a couple pulled bones. They then huddled into a circle and left for Tanlon.                          To be continued....