I Will Always Find You
A Fiyeraba Fic
Chapter 1
Fiyero's POV
I had spotted her. She was concealed behind the leaves. Yet, I remained silent. Although my heart yearned for her, I resisted that desire. I relocated all of the Wizard's troops from that area, seeking to keep her safe.
I attempted to remember every mark or detail I noticed on our way back to the Emerald City. And as we eventually did, I dropped to my knees, feeling as though I were being smothered. How did I do this? How could I abandon her when all my hopes until now were centered on finding her?
The soldiers rushed to help me, ensuring that I was okay. What should I say to them? Was I about to deceive once more?
"It's the work of the Wicked Witch. She had enchanted him," one of the soldiers shouted, leaving all the others shocked by his statement.
I attempted to protest, but they wouldn’t allow me.
"Someone summon the Wizard immediately. Our leader is in danger."
Although I could hear my heart pounding in my ear, I rose to my feet, eager to put a stop to this entire absurd situation. If anyone was unaffected by Elphaba's magic, it was me.
Just as I was about to explain that Elphaba intended no harm toward me, much less anyone else, my eyes moved to the crowd assembled not far away.
Glinda was absorbed in delivering another pointless and uninspired address to the crowd. I viewed it as my opportunity. My last opportunity.
"I would like some time alone, please!"
I replied instead, continuing to look purposefully at the crowd. The soldiers glanced over and exchanged knowing smiles.
"We completely comprehend. Please let us share our heartfelt happiness regarding your engagement in this way, " one of them remarked to me.
"Truly, you are fortunate to have such a beautiful woman beside you , " another person commented while patting my shoulder.
I couldn't resist smiling at that. I honestly felt grateful to Glinda. Had she not spoken favorably on my behalf, the Wizard would never have permitted me to attain such a powerful role. In my opinion, I could never have discovered Elphaba without Glinda's influence.
However, I understand that I wasn't worthy of Glinda's love. She was looking for more than I could ever provide her.
I observed them taking their leave and began to devise a plan in my thoughts.
I returned to the stables once more ,and set off to find Elphaba. However, as the day drew to a close and the moon began to rise in the sky, I began to lose faith. I was on the verge of quitting and heading back when a thought struck me.
The woods... The location where everything started. I grinned to myself. I headed there, and a big smile spread across my face when I saw her. Words fail to capture the profound joy that unexpectedly filled my heart. I jumped off Feldspur and walked toward her gradually because I couldn't resist being near her any longer.
"I was sure I would find you here!"
I exclaimed, surprising her. She never anticipated that I would find her again. Neither in the past nor now. However, I did. I will always do.
"Fiyero?!"
She didn't appear very pleased to see me, and I was unaware of the reason. She appeared aloof and unapproachable.
"Elphaba, I—" She raised a hand to stop me.
"Please, stay away from me." She didn't seem like herself. She felt utterly bewildered, and it was impossible to fault her. She had experienced many challenges over the last few years. As I did.
"Elphaba, please, let me explain! Previously, I—"
"You don't have to explain anything. All is visible." Her furious tone caused me to hold back my next words. What pained me most was the sadness and uncertainty reflected in her gaze. As difficult as it was for me not to scream at her how much I loved her, I managed to hold myself back.
"You desire recognition and popularity, don't you?"
I was caught off guard by her question. What was she suggesting?
"I-I don't understand."
"You understand precisely what I'm saying."
Her laughter at the start of the sentence shattered my heart. She was in pain and didn't wish to be comforted. I was well aware of that.
"I am a runaway ; I am completely isolated. I possess no friends or allies. And you believe it's simple for you to catch me and become the hero of all of Oz, correct?"
I took another step closer to her without realizing it, however.
"No, you are not!" I responded immediately, puzzling her even more.
"Oh, please. Stop pretending. You didn't care about me at all. You could never feel anything for someone like me. I am simply the Wicked Witch , even for you."
"I truly apologize, Elphaba. I never intended to distress you, but I needed to behave like that earlier. I-"
"Please, don't do that!" She cautioned me and stepped backward. She looked back and noticed that she was positioned close to the edge and could see the waterfall below her.
I stepped back a little, providing her with some space.
"All good! I-uh-will simply remain here. Does that work for you?" I spoke to her gently, selecting my words with care before speaking to her. Elphaba didn't respond to me and stared at her feet.
"Why did you return? Why didn't you apprehend me earlier today? It would be less painful with all those soldiers..."
Tears began to well up in my eyes. What could lead her to believe such a thing about me when I was merely existing for her?
"I attempted to forget you . I worked to wipe from my heart and my mind all those beautiful times I shared with you, and I succeeded, in the end. Today, witnessing your betrayal."
I could barely catch my breath. She cannot genuinely mean all those things. No, this has to be a very cruel prank. She was merely attempting to harm me, wasn't she?
"You have taken my heart and shattered it. What else might you desire by causing me pain? Do you truly desire to see me dead?" She was weeping now and didn't even take the time to dry her tears.
"Do you truly think I find joy in witnessing your pain? Is this how you perceive me? A monster?"
I snapped back, unable to restrain myself. My dearest, the woman I cherished completely, was blaming me for ruining her, yet she was too blind to realize she was the only one poisoning our love.
Unbeknownst to her, she stepped back and lost her balance. I watched her plunge down the waterfall and felt my heart break into fragments.
I didn't hesitate for a moment and jumped into the frigid water before removing my jacket. Even with the ice cold water that had numbed me to the core, I dove deeper and deeper until I found Elphaba.
She struggled to stay at the surface, not due to her lack of swimming skills, but because of the water's temperature.
I moved toward her, embraced her, and then swam back to the top. I struggled to the bank, pulling her back to safety. I fell on her, struggling to catch my breath.
I felt drained and strained to steady myself on my arms while gazing down at her. She appeared so serene and naive compared to how she behaved while with me. I rested my hand on her chest.
"Elphaba, I implore you, awaken. Do not even think of abandoning me. Please!"
She awoke coughing and splashing water. I released her from my hold and observed her as she attempted to regain her breath.
"F-Fiyero?!"
Her chest was subtly rising and falling, and I had never experienced such gratitude in my entire life.
"Why did you do that? Why did you save me?"
I didn't reply. I pressed my lips against hers. She was extremely shocked; she didn't anticipate I would behave like that. She was convinced that I despised her. I stepped away, giving us both a chance to breathe.
"Why would you treat me this way? You might have perished today, Elphaba!"
I scolded her, then wrapped her in a desperate hug. Elphaba was already restless from the chill and wasn't prepared to address the situation. Her strength was fading, and before she knew it, she had lost consciousness in my arms.
