The Robin Appreciation Society

Title: Master of Locksley
Author: jagnikjen
Word Count: 478
Rating: G
Characters/Pairings: Robin
Spoilers/Warnings: Bad Blood
Summary: Robin comes to terms with being the master of Locksley.
Disclaimer: I do not own anyone you recognize.

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Master of Locksley


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Title: A Mother's Love - Robin
Author: jagnikjen
Word Count: 100
Rating: G
Characters/Pairings: Robin
Spoilers/Warnings: none
Summary: A moment in time.
Disclaimer: I don't anyone you recognize.

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A Mother's Love - Robin

Robert of Locksley, future earl of Huntingdon. My firstborn. My Robin.

Fate has decreed he be my only child as well. I have traded my life for his. Not by choice, and not without regret.

Downy brown hair, solemn blue eyes. As if he already senses his pending loss. A more beautiful child I have never seen. Of course, I'm his mother and bound to think so.

I can no longer fight the darkness. I kiss my baby and release him to his father. I close my eyes, a tear and my breath slipping from me at the same time.

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Title: Daybreak
Author: JAGNikJen
Words: 136
Rating: G
Summary: Marian contemplates the daybreak.

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Daybreak

The day dawns and, miraculously, you are still here with me. Sleep keeps claim on you for the moment, your breathing deep and even. Restful sleep is a rarity for you, I imagine. Your face peaceful and relaxed, carefree even.

I watch the rise and fall of your chest, and enjoy the feeling of having you near, if only for a little while longer, and even if you sleep through it. Our time together is rare and usually short.

A moment later, your eyes open and you still as you assess your circumstance. Breathing resumes as you realize you are safe. A smile breaks across your face as you remember what we did here.

You look at me and your eyes are the color of a sun-dappled meadow in spring and I catch my breath.

Title: Everything is a Choice
Author: JAGNikJen
Words: 100
Rating: G
Characters/Pairings: Robin
Disclaimer: I do not own Robin Hood or Robin, Marian, et al. I have earned nothing from this endeavor except the joy that comes from the writing and the possibility of a nice comment or two.

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Everything is a Choice


Young love, happy laughter, carefree days.

Clasped hands, frantic kisses, heated embraces.

Plans for the future.

A call. The heed.

Love versus loyalty.

Honor and glory versus love and marriage.

Angry eyes, hurt eyes, tear-filled eyes.

One last kiss. One last hug. One last word.

Goodbye.

The long voyage.

Scorching days, freezing nights.

Thirst, hunger, exhaustion.

Honor but no glory.

Wound, pain, blood, fever, dreams.

Home!

England. Locksley. Marian.

The return.

Terror. Injustice. Corruption.

Taxes. Starvation. Despair.

Fool. Sacrifice. Honorable.

Outlawed.

Rob from the rich, give to the poor.

Different directions.

A choice.

No choice.

Everything is a choice.

Title: He Does
Author: JAGNikJen
Word Count: 100
Rating: G
Characters/Pairings: Much, Robin
Genre: Friendship, Drabble
Spoilers: None
Warnings: None
Disclaimer: I do not own Robin Hood, Much, or Robin. I have earned nothing from this endeavor but the pleasure that comes from the writing and the possibility of a nice comment or two.
Summary:  Much reflects on his relationship with Robin.


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He Does


They don’t think he deserves my loyalty.

But he does.

They don’t think he deserves my friendship, either.

But he does.

They don’t understand my true complaint about being hungry or tired or hot.

But he does.

They don’t truly understand when I cry for seemingly no reason or startle awake, my heart pounding and body trembling, and unable to close my eyes again.

But he does.

They don’t understand the bond between master and servant, brothers in arms, friends, brothers.

They don’t know that I’ve done my share of lashing out and being hateful and hurtful.

But he does.

Title: “He Spoke Your Name...”
Author: JAGNikJen
Word Count: 100
Rating: G
Characters: Robin, Marian
Genre: Friendship, Romance
Spoilers: None
Warnings: None
Disclaimer: I do not own Robin Hood, Robin, Much, et al. I have earned nothing but the pleasure that comes from the writing and the possibility of a nice comment or two.
Notes: None

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“He Spoke Your Name...”


Tossing and turning, shivering, sweating, dreaming...

A young girl with sparkling blue eyes, glossy brown curls, creamy skin.

A maiden with shining eyes, shy smiles, and dimples.

Endless summer afternoons, cool fall days, warm winter evenings.

Walking, riding, laughing.

Flowers, ribbons.

Arms, lips, curves. Embraces, kisses, realizations.

No longer a girl, but a woman.

Want. Desire. Lust. Love.

A question. An answer. A promise.

A king. A quest. A journey.

Honor. Glory.

A plea. Promises broken.

Anger, sadness, sharp words, tears.

Regrets. Hurt. Good bye.

Hunger. Thirst. Heat. Cold.

Pain. Wound. Longing. Home. Ache. Alone.

A whisper. “Marian...”

Title: The Best Day
Author: JAGNikJen
Word Count: 500
Rating: G
Characters/Pairings: Robin/Marian
Genre: Flash Fic
Spoilers: None
Warnings: None
Disclaimer: I do not own Robin Hood, Robin, Marian, et al. I have earned nothing from this endeavor except the joy that comes from the writing and the possibility of a nice comment or two.

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The Best Day

 

The rays of the late afternoon sun slanted across the commons of Locksley Village.

Much, Will, John, and Allan had just been pardoned for their so-called crimes against the king and finally stood tall and proud as redeemed men. Robin was glad that his faithful friends had been restored. And now, it was his turn...

Robin knelt, his head bowed.

King Richard touched each of Robin's shoulders with the flat side of his sword. “I hereby reinstate you as the Earl of Huntingdon and Lord of Locksley and confer upon you all rights and responsibilities therewith.”

The gang, along with the Locksley villagers, clapped and cheered as Robin rose.

“Thank you, Sire,” he said, his voice rough with relief and happiness. He'd been waiting for this day for years. He had his lands back, and now he could serve his people properly once more. But more importantly...“Sire, if I could be so bold...?”

“Your boldness saved my life on several occasions, Robin. What else can I do for you?” asked the king with a benevolent chuckle.

Robin turned to Marian. She was so beautiful with her dark hair and creamy skin. He held out a hand to her. “Will you marry us, Sire?”

Marian stepped forward and clasped Robin's hand, curtseying to the king. “Sire.”

King Richard smiled widely. “I'd be honored.”

Robin nodded. If he'd been anxiously awaiting the day he got his lands back, this was really the moment he'd been dreaming of for seven long years. A moment he sometimes doubted would ever come. But here it was and all the more special for the hurdles in getting here.

The gang gathered round, forming a circle around Robin, Marian, and the king.

Robin looked at each of his friends in turn. Much nodded, although Robin couldn't decipher the look on his face. Will and Djaq held hands, grinning. John stood tall and silent, Robin could swear he wore a smile underneath all that facial hair, but it was difficult to tell. Allan stood watching solemnly, although he smiled when he met Robin's gaze.

At last, Robin turned back to Marian. She smiled brightly at him, and the love shining in her deep blue eyes stole his breath. His own heart swelled and he could hardly wait to make her his. He never imagined that he could be so happy and content. All he wanted now—

“Ahem...Robin shall we...?”prompted the king.

Robin blinked and nodded, focusing on his bride-to-be once more.

The guests chuckled and tittered, but Robin refused to be embarrassed by his enchantment with Marian.

“Robin, will you have this woman to be thy wedded wife, to live together after God's ordinance in the holy estate of matrimony?”

“I will.”

“Marian, will you have this man to be thy wedded husband, to live together after God's ordinance in the holy estate of matrimony?”

“I will.”

“You may kiss the bride.”

And Robin did.