DCH 69
Defenders Chronicles: Highlander
By AmandaDoE
Chapter Sixty-Nine: Loose Ends Tied
Tori looked on as Methos led her and the others into the room where Richie was being held. The group looked on to see Duncan laying dead, impaled on a shard of debris.
"Oh, Duncan," Amanda shook her head before she removed the shard from his back, "There we go."
Tori walked over to Richie, who was sleeping peacefully, "He really is under a spell."
She held his hand, "Richie? Hold on. I have defeated Zorelda. I'm about to wake you up."
Then she leaned towards him, "This is like a fairy tale, except it's the maiden who wakes up her prince."
Tori kissed Richie. Moments later, Richie started stirring and he slowly woke up. He looked over at his fiance, "Tori?"
"Yes," Tori smiled at him, "Yes, it me, Richie. I won. You are free now."
"Tori," Richie smiled before he hugged her, "Oh, thank God."
"Welcome back," April told him.
Richie stretched, "Thanks. Where's Mac?"
Duncan gasped, reviving from his death. He looked around the room before asking, "Tori won?"
"Tori won," Amanda answered.
"And Mongo is safe once again," Katarina declared once again.
"And I didn't have to do much," Flash crossed his arms and rolled his eyes.
"I'm glad that worked out," Aura replied.
Richie looked at Methos, "It's good that you're back in one piece, Methos."
"Thank you," Methos replied, "and I am glad you are back and awake."
Richie chuckled, "Thanks. Man, I'm never going to live this down."
"What do you mean?" Jedda asked.
"My beautiful fiance had to kiss me to wake me up," Richie answered, "and it was like a fairy tale. Except…..instead of the prince waking up the maiden, it's the princess or…..maiden that wakes up her prince."
Everyone in the room shared a chuckle in response.
Duncan nodded at Richie with a small smile. Richie nodded at his teacher with a small smile. Tori could tell they were trying their best to make amends, but they still had a little bit before the bridges could fully be mended between student and teacher.
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Duncan looked on as the heroes were all grouped outside the castle.
"Are you sure you are wanting to head back home?" Castra asked.
"Yeah," Duncan nodded, "We need to get back to our business back on Earth."
"What is going to happen with you guys now?" Methos asked.
"I will be back in charge of the castle," Krotan answered, "and I will be letting my mother and Katarina to reside in the castle with me."
Katarina and Zyna looked on in awe.
"It was my idea," Castra spoke up, "I thought it would be a great idea for Krotan to bond with his mother and sister, and Katarina should have the right to know about her family, even if she's not next in line to rule Mongo."
Zyna smiled, "I think that is thoughtful of you."
Earth — Paris
The Defenders were gathered with Richie, Tori, Amanda, Duncan and Methos at Maurice's restaurant.
"It is good to see you guys again," Maurice told his friends.
"Good to see you again too, Maurice," Duncan replied before he proceeded to introduce Maurice Lalonde to the Defenders of the Earth.
"Nice to meet you, Maurice," Flash shook his hand.
"Any friend of MacLeod's is a friend of mine," Maurice replied, "Let me guess: an engagement party?"
"Exactly," Flash answered, "Not only is it the engagement party for Richie and my niece Tori, but it's also a homecoming dinner for my daughter April."
"Wonderful," Maurice replied, "Let me know if you need anything."
He left the heroes to their celebration.
"Here's to the happily engaged couple!" Amanda made a toast to Richie and Tori.
"To Richie and Tori!" the other heroes, and even Maurice added in.
"Thanks," Richie and Tori replied in unison.
"And here's to my daughter for graduating the space academy," Flash made a toast to April.
"To April!" Maurice and the heroes added in.
"Thank you," April replied happily, "Man, I'm so glad that Richie and Tori made it back here with their heads intact."
"Isn't that the truth?" Richie grinned.
"So, when will you making wedding preparations?" Amanda asked.
"We'll get back to you on that," Tori answered.
"Definitely," Kshin suggested, "We could ask Joe for the music, and stuff."
"No," Duncan shook his head, "I wouldn't count on it."
"Oh yeah," Kshin replied, "You guys had the falling out."
"Oh, I have something for you," Amanda said before she cleared her throat. Duncan then handed Richie his new sword.
"This is your new sword," Duncan told his student, "Amanda went through the trouble to get it for you."
Richie took his new sword, "Wow. Thanks."
"It reminds me of the sword Graham Ashe used to wield," Duncan stated.
Tori and Richie shared a kiss.
"I think we should get some sleep so we can get ready to go home tomorrow," April suggested.
"What home?" Rick replied, "Zorelda destroyed it, remember?"
"Oh yeah," April shook her head.
"We're not completely homeless," Mandrake spoke up, "I have two locations we can use for Monitor. I have a place here in Paris in case MacLeod needs our help."
"Thanks," Duncan nodded, "I will make note of that."
"And I also have a place in New York we can also use for a new base as well," Mandrake added.
"New York?" Duncan shot up, "That's where Connor lives."
"Connor?" April glanced at the Highlander.
"Connor MacLeod," Duncan answered, "my cousin, fellow clansmen."
"Sir Lancelot," Richie couldn't help but to blurt out.
"Oh. Is he immortal too?" April asked.
"Yeah," Duncan nodded.
"We'll say hi to him for you if we ever come across him," Lothar replied.
Duncan nodded, "Good luck with that."
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Author's Note:
Season 4 is officially wrapped up! If you want to see the Season 5 episode "The End of Innocence" covered, I recommend reading the fanfiction The Magic Within, which also covers the Justice League Dark movie. Season 5 will be coming soon, and it will be the final arc of this story.
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Chapters
Tori Gordon, a teenage operative for the Intergalactic Union Agency, transfers to a branch in Washington State, where she becomes involved in a battle between supernatural forces.
While reflecting on personal matters, Tori witnesses a stunning occurrence.
Richie introduces Tori to his friends, Duncan and Tessa, who detail the secret affairs of immortals.
As Tori begins learning more about her true nature, a teacher offers assistance.
Tori informs the Defenders that she plans to help Duncan and his companions.
Tori and Richie continue bonding as the IUA works with Duncan.
Tori is given a new task by her mother Janet.
Duncan and the group encounter Tori's teacher, Amanda. Tori learns that Duncan and Amanda have history.
9: Two Families, One Adventure
The Defenders arrive in Paris, where they unite with Tori's team.
Tori tends to an ailing Richie.
The group gains allies while investigating a new matter.
The search for Horton begins.
An old friend of Tori's reveals a darker side. Janet becomes involved in the current operation.
Duncan is told to be wary of a dark prophesy.
The team is menaced by Annie Devlin, an old associate of Duncan's.
Duncan begins refining Tori's skills.
Richie and Tori continue bonding.
A new woman comes into Richie's life.
Janet takes steps to make Richie an IUA operative.
Tori and her allies confront a number of enemies in the city.
The teams head out for a day of fun.
Rick's capture leads to a compromising situation as LJ and the others attempt a rescue.
Lucy, a dangerous immortal, targets Richie. Tori intervenes.
The IUA investigates when one of the Phantom's acquaintances is victimized by an immortal.
Richie and Tori return to Paris to assist with the mission, which is complicated by police involvement.
Duncan meets a woman who bears a strong resemblance to Tessa.
27: Can't Help Falling In Love
Kern, a vindictive old associate, returns to challenge Duncan.
Duncan attempts to work with the unstable David Keogh.
Charlie prepares to depart.
The group meet a girl named Michelle, who has just discovered her immortal nature.
Tori and Richie attempt to care for a younger boy named Kenny.
Everyone prepares for a holiday.
A mysterious statue creates chaos.
Joe and the team find others in need of their help.
Jedda and Tori have an intimate conversation.
Kalas haunts Richie and the others.
Duncan prepares for battle with Kalas and finds a surprise.
Kalas searches for Methos.
Tori worries as Richie begins taking chances.
Anne arrives.
41: The Exorcism of Richie Ryan
Richie requires assistance in getting back to normal.
The Defenders step in to assist with Kalas, and to help prevent the truth about Duncan's kind from leaking.
Duncan prepares to confront Kalas.
Duncan embarks on a private journey to Scotland. Jedda and Tori spar before an audience.
45: Walking On Shattered Glass
Duncan tries to intervene as Charlie clashes with Cord.
The current situation reminds Tori of a well-known scenario.
Amanda and Richie follow Duncan on a journey in secret, and end up defending themselves from a horde of ice robots.
The friends see Kenny again. Duncan suspects that a certain immortal is pursuing the child.
Seacouver is targeted by an ambitious supernatural woman named Sierra.
Duncan, Tori, and Richie investigate a matter from Duncan's past alongside the police.
The group is challenged by a charismatic new antagonist, Kamir.
The spellcaster Kristin Gilles arrives and pursues Richie. Mandrake offers assistance in thwarting her.
Duncan and his friends attempt to aid a pianist.
Anne and Jack participate in the latest endeavor.
Duncan falls under a dark influence temporarily.
Methos and the others reflect.
The exploits of Flash and his famed allies from Mongo are chronicled. Meanwhile, Zorelda reemerges.
The team members engage in sparring and storytelling during downtime.
The groups attempt to rescue Joe, who has been lured into a trap.
As tensions rise and truths are revealed, the team bands together in their effort to help Joe.
Richie makes a monumental decision.
As Tori and Richie prepare for the big day, opposing forces on Mongo makes plans of their own.
Katarina and Castra attempt to unite with the Defenders before Zorelda makes her move.
Zorelda arrives on Earth.
65: Setting Up The Rescue Mission
The groups outline their rescue effort.
Zorelda begins enacting her plan for Richie.
67: Mongo Showdown — Part One
Methos and Duncan engage in action on Mongo.
68: Mongo Showdown — Part Two
As the battle continues, Tori confronts Zorelda.
The group deals with the repercussions of their adventure and return to Earth.
Duncan's ally, Cassandra, relays a vision.
Tori and Richie encounter a cult. Duncan pursues Clay.
The Ryans foster a mysterious child who bears a resemblance to Tori.
Amanda and Maurice return as a new enigma arises.
Amanda engages in more questionable activity.
The group tries helping a woman who might be stalked by an old acquaintance of Duncan's.
76: All That Glitters Is Not Golden
Richie seeks to assist a childhood friend who's dealing with legal issues.
The Ryans encounter an apparent impostor, who also approaches Hadea.
An adversary known as Kronos targets Tori, seeking to exploit her intellect.
Richie and Duncan move to counter Kronos.
80: The Ransom of Richard Redstone
The Ryans depart for an undercover mission overseas.
The group make new acquaintances while pursuing a lead tied to a mysterious dancing event.
The enigmatic Keane arrives, wreaking havoc on several people's lives.
Duncan deals with a mischievous adversary named Byron. Jedda and Rick prepare for parenthood. Both Katarina and Jedda sense danger ahead.
Ming and Octon turn to a new ally.
Duncan is haunted.
The shape-shifter initiates a confrontation.
Ming shifts his focus to an isolated girl.
The Defenders unite with Tori's friends in an effort to stop Ahriman.
A climactic battle occurs as the Defenders clash with Ming, while Tori and Richie attempt to aid their friends.
90: Aftermath: The World Changes Forever
Everyone is affected by the recent events, which will have lasting repercussions.
Richie copes. Duncan travels overseas.
Joe, Amanda, and Duncan continue to hunt the enemy.
April locates Richie and provides an update on the current situation.
Richie is confronted by the opponent again.
Joe leads the investigation as everyone bands together.
The final clash begins.
Duncan makes a crucial discovery.
The key element to the plan is obtained.
The team proceeds with their endeavor.
100: The Last Stand — Part One
The group discovers that only one person can assist Duncan.
101: The Last Stand — Part Two
The battle reaches a conclusion.
Series finale.
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