Gabrielle's Diary 3
Entry One
Dear Diary
Ares struck again but Xena outsmarted him. It doesn't seem to take much since this isn't the first time and I doubt that it'll be the last. He just won't give up. That was brilliant how she convinced the Furies that Ares was her father and having me go into Bard mode.
I'm just glad that Xena's back to normal because lunacy doesn't become her especially with her fighting skills. It was a bit scary to see her like that but she was still able to figure a way out of a sticky situation. Poor Orestes was stuck in an asylum after that whole mess with his parents. It's like you're damned if you do and damned if you don't.
Entry Two
Dear Diary
According to Xena the day kept repeating itself over and over again but thanks to Xena it's a happy ending and we get to go on to another day. She stopped a feud and now the happy couple can get married and time will go on. Xena is so relieved I can tell. She must have been horrified until she saw that Joxer had turnips.
It would drive me nuts to live the same day over and over again and be the only one to remember it while my friends don't. It should make an interesting story so I've asked Xena to give me the details of each day. All of us including Argo died so I can't wait to tell this scroll.
Entry Three
Dear Diary
Well two out of four isn't too bad. Two now have a second chance to make a fresh start. I do wonder if people become who they are as a result of who they are around or if it's just a person becoming themselves regardless of who they are around.
I have learned so much from Xena so I won't bother trying to figure that one out.I guess you just discover who you are as you go through life. You make choices and walk down paths and at the end you'll know what kind of person you are. Boy am I babbling a bunch of stuff that probably doesn't make any sense.
Entry Four
Dear Diary
We are on our way to Britannia. Xena's going to help Bodicea against Caesar. He's the magic word because once Khrafstar said his name Xena got to fighting to free him. His escort didn't do such a good job.
Khrafstar's talk about one God is interesting. He won't really tell me much about it. It looks like he has the same reaction to being on a ship as I do so I'm going to show him that pressure point for seasickness. Maybe he'll tell me more about this one God.
Entry Five
Dear Diary
I can't believe it although I know it happened. I had a child and her name is Hope. A beautiful little girl that I had to put in the river. There was no other choice. Xena would have killed her and I just couldn't let that happen so I lied. There was nothing else I could do. She's my Hope, my light in the darkness that my life's become since killing Meridian.
I can't believe that I was so gullible. The fact that he wouldn't say the name of his God should have made me suspicious. How can I ever forgive myself for the taking of a life? I committed murder in cold blood. I wonder how Xena is able to handle it. I guess you have to deal with it since there isn't any choice in the matter. I've put off sleeping since I keep having nightmares. A part of me is afraid that they'll never end.
Entry Six
Dear Diary
I did something that I never thought I'd do. When Xena left to catch a boat to Chin and Ares showed up I asked him to take me there. So I got there before Xena and warned Ming Tien about the attempt on his life. Things didn't go as I planned. I nearly got Xena killed.
I thought I'd lose her forever but she forgave me and Xena was able to escape. She took Lao Ma's Book of Wisdom which we plan to take somewhere safe. She was a very wise and special woman to Xena. I guess I am a bit jealous of that. Well I guess I better start dinner.
Entry Seven
Dear Diary
Joxer has a twin brother named Jett and he's an assassin. Talk about day and night but it's obvious that Jett loves his brother very much. It's kind of funny that Joxer's the black sheep of the family.
It was so exciting to see Cleopatra and it was so sweet of Autolycus to back me up on my plan even though it didn't quite work out the way I thought it would. He did have a point because by following my plan the guy on the inside was revealed. It wasn't a Xena plan but a Gabrielle plan that worked out in the end.
Entry Eight
Dear Diary
What a couple of days this has been. There is another woman that looks like Xena and she's a Hestian Priestess. I've heard that everyone has a double but this is ridiculous. I came across Leah when she was about to be burnt at the stake. I thought Xena was testing me so I saved her.
I wonder if I have a lookalike out there somewhere. It would be kind of strange. They may look the same but they are so different. Leah at first had a bit of an attitude. She thought I'd make a great virgin. I don't think so because I need companionship. Besides I wouldn't want to be one among many in the same outfit.
I like picking out my own clothes. No that life just isn't for me. Well someone's stomach is grumbling so I better go see what I can put together for dinner. I don't want anything cooked by Joxer since I'm in the mood for something edible. I don't think I'd like having to answer to those bells because it would drive me nuts.
Entry Nine
Dear Diary
Thank the Gods that enchanted scroll was filled up. I tried writing fiction but Aphrodite put the whammy on my scroll so everything written on it came true. It was cool to do a backflip and have abs like steel. I kicked those barbarians butts. Things got a bit out of control because my wording didn't come out quite right.
I do wonder why the scroll thought Joxer was a jerk. He's a total idiot but I do care about the guy although he can get on my nerves at the times. I don't want that to happen again. I may give that fiction thing another try since it was fun but without the stuff coming true of course.
It was strange though to be chatting with Ares in a friendly manner when he was mortal. So this is the second time he's tasted mortality. Actually he isn't a half bad guy when he's a mortal. Did I just say that about the God of War?
Xena could open a fish market with all those fish she caught when I sent her fishing. It's a good thing she enjoys fishing. Well I guess it's fish for dinner since there are still some left on the cart. Only Xena would use fish as weapons. I decided to gather all the fish up and clean it and give it to the villagers so it doesn't go to waste. So it's fish fest in the village tonight.
Entry Ten
Dear Diary
I'm in Tartarus. What started out good turned into a total nightmare. Callisto came back with the help of Hope. I can't believe my own child killed Solan. I did what I had to although it was the hardest thing to poison my own child. There was no other choice. I didn't want to believe that a child could be capable of such evil especially my own so now I know that Xena was right about her having killed within hours of her being born.
Although we weren't standing that far apart at the funeral I felt this distance. I decided to stay with Ephiny and go through the Purification Ritual. Xena doesn't want to see me and I think some time apart will do us good and anyway I'm not so sure I want to see her. Ephiny's coming so everything must be set up for me.
Entry Eleven
Dear Diary
That was a very intense experience. I really should ask Ephiny what's in that steam. I could have sworn I saw Callisto in there. So much for the Purification Ritual if it conjures her up of all people. It turns out that it was Solan who sent us to Illusia seeing as we wanted to kill each other. It allowed us to forgive and find our way back to each other.
One thing was strange although I could say that every part of that place was strange was that everyone was singing. It was odd that it didn't sound like it was me singing. Maybe all that steam got to me after all since everyone else was singing so of course I was too it's not like someone was singing for me and I was just moving move lips and faking it.
I'm certainly not going to ask because it's crazy. The important thing is that me and Xena are back together again as it should be. That was very smart of Solan. I guess he took after his mother. I'll always have guilt over his death but thanks to him I think I can start on the path of forgiving myself for my part.
It was a bit surprising not to mention scary to be so full of rage that I wanted to kill the one I love most in this world. It certainly isn't a good feeling and I hope to never feel that way again. I really should come up with a word to replace the word hope since it dredges up memories I'd rather leave in the past.
Entry Twelve
Dear Diary
All's well that ends well. That was a close call. I was so close to death but Xena saved me in the nick of time with the serum. Maybe we should have that on hand just in case not that I have any plans to get shot again. That was not my idea of fun. I was weak as a kitten and was barely able to tip over that boiling oil.
That was so impressive how she fought all those men off. But that's Xena the best fighter I've ever seen well I guess woman fighter since Hercules is not slouch although he has God's blood in his veins.
I got my boots and my ankle is feeling better. I guess I'll keep practicing with a staff and I need to remember to start off with my right foot. I was just a tiny bit cocky but I want to learn how to do flips too.
Entry Thirteen
Dear Diary
I must admit that I thought Xena was crazy for taking Tara under her wing but just maybe she changed that kid. I guess I was her inspiration and Tara reminded her of herself when she was younger. Hmm would I have liked Xena in the old days if she was as obnoxious as Tara.
I guess having a piece of my ear bitten off didn't help make me feel all warm and fuzzy towards Tara. Hopefully she'll stop hanging out with those lowlifes. Tara did like the game I invented. I wonder what I should call it. I really need to take Xena to some plays so she can get some culture. I can't believe they couldn't figure out what I was acting out.
Entry Fourteen
Dear Diary
Thank the Gods that Joxer's going to be ok. It was so horrible to see him so badly beaten. I was afraid that he was going to die. When we started off I had him sing his silly song. Sure he can be a bit dumb but he's a great companion and friend. Yes he can drive me nuts but he's family.
That was so like Joxer to get conned and making sure that Rafe and Elden stayed friends. He needs to wise up so something like this or Gods forbid something worse happens. I've started my latest scroll and have come up with the name King Con.
Entry Fifteen
Dear Diary
I surprised myself today by being indirectly involved in the killing of a man. Actually I was more the judge, jury, and executioner even though it was done by someone else's hand. I promised to give him back his imperial ring but I just couldn't after Virkinix told me about Carassas.
I know that it was ultimately Caesar who had him killed but that doesn't really help with the guilt.I'm just going to see about working on a scroll. Maybe writing will help me forget at least for a brief moment. Thank the Gods that we'll soon be on dry land. Now where did I put my King Con scroll? Maybe Xena will know.
Entry Sixteen
Dear Diary
That was pretty clever of Xena to steer me towards the Temple of Mnensoyne. It really helped me deal with stuff and resolve things in my mind. Pain is a part of life and I have to take the bad with the good. So it's a good thing that I was talking in my sleep.
Even though it wasn't really Ares he did have a point when he said, "Pain is nature's way of telling you that you're alive." Well it was something along those lines. Good things happen and bad things happen and that's all a part of life. I couldn't let go of the memories of all those that I love even with the pain. They are too precious no matter the pain and it isn't always bad since it's mostly good.
Entry Seventeen
Dear Diary
So Aphrodite was up to no good. Spell or not we managed to get the Mystic Diamond back to where it belongs along with a fish. That was so strange to be totally obsessed with myself. I even came up with a song and sang it. Odd but this time it sounded like it was me singing it. At least I wasn't obsessed with fishing.
It's fitting that Xena was obsessed with fishing. She's certainly done a lot of it lately especially that time when I wrote her fishing. That was so gross seeing Joxer eating bugs but I don't suppose it'll kill him. I do regret the loss of my nightshirt though. He's back to his old self and as goofy as ever.
Entry Eighteen
Dear Diary
I'm glad that I left my scrolls with Joxer. We plan to meet him soon. We went on an unexpected boat trip. Autolycus was in a chain gang so I got on board and called for Xena. A tsunami came and flipped the boat over. Xena came up with a really great idea.
We filled up all of the wine skins with air so we could breathe from them on our way up. She even helped that nasty guy who fought with Xena after he dropped his wineskin. She gave me a fright while I was waiting for her to surface.
Entry Nineteen
Dear Diary
Once again we went on a ship but I'm sort of getting used to sailing. The ocean is beautiful and with the breeze blowing through my hair it should be enjoyable. That statue Pax was stolen so Autolycus wanted to steal it back. Xena went along with his crazy plan since he did save her life.
The man turned out to be the merchant that killed Autolycus's brother. I still don't know why he gave Xena that mole to stick on her face. A strange man but a good one. Well the statue is back in place and Autolycus didn't kill that man. Adar was thrilled and running around in his nightshirt which was quite a sight.
Entry Twenty
Dear Diary
What a mess this is. Seraphin who I've known since I was five is involved in a cult. At first we thought it was for Callisto but it's Hope. I so didn't expect that to happen. I guess it shouldn't surprise me since her father is a big old flame. I just can't let Xena kill her. Ares called in his debt and I just can't let her die which will happen if she kills Hope.
I have to think of something. I have to think of a way to save Xena and get rid of Hope. I just have to think. So in that cult I'm called the Betrayer. I just can't believe this is the same girl I knew. I need to talk to Ares. Maybe I can strike a bargain with him. I know Xena would gladly die but I just can't let her do it.
Dear Diary
Ares struck again but Xena outsmarted him. It doesn't seem to take much since this isn't the first time and I doubt that it'll be the last. He just won't give up. That was brilliant how she convinced the Furies that Ares was her father and having me go into Bard mode.
I'm just glad that Xena's back to normal because lunacy doesn't become her especially with her fighting skills. It was a bit scary to see her like that but she was still able to figure a way out of a sticky situation. Poor Orestes was stuck in an asylum after that whole mess with his parents. It's like you're damned if you do and damned if you don't.
Entry Two
Dear Diary
According to Xena the day kept repeating itself over and over again but thanks to Xena it's a happy ending and we get to go on to another day. She stopped a feud and now the happy couple can get married and time will go on. Xena is so relieved I can tell. She must have been horrified until she saw that Joxer had turnips.
It would drive me nuts to live the same day over and over again and be the only one to remember it while my friends don't. It should make an interesting story so I've asked Xena to give me the details of each day. All of us including Argo died so I can't wait to tell this scroll.
Entry Three
Dear Diary
Well two out of four isn't too bad. Two now have a second chance to make a fresh start. I do wonder if people become who they are as a result of who they are around or if it's just a person becoming themselves regardless of who they are around.
I have learned so much from Xena so I won't bother trying to figure that one out.I guess you just discover who you are as you go through life. You make choices and walk down paths and at the end you'll know what kind of person you are. Boy am I babbling a bunch of stuff that probably doesn't make any sense.
Entry Four
Dear Diary
We are on our way to Britannia. Xena's going to help Bodicea against Caesar. He's the magic word because once Khrafstar said his name Xena got to fighting to free him. His escort didn't do such a good job.
Khrafstar's talk about one God is interesting. He won't really tell me much about it. It looks like he has the same reaction to being on a ship as I do so I'm going to show him that pressure point for seasickness. Maybe he'll tell me more about this one God.
Entry Five
Dear Diary
I can't believe it although I know it happened. I had a child and her name is Hope. A beautiful little girl that I had to put in the river. There was no other choice. Xena would have killed her and I just couldn't let that happen so I lied. There was nothing else I could do. She's my Hope, my light in the darkness that my life's become since killing Meridian.
I can't believe that I was so gullible. The fact that he wouldn't say the name of his God should have made me suspicious. How can I ever forgive myself for the taking of a life? I committed murder in cold blood. I wonder how Xena is able to handle it. I guess you have to deal with it since there isn't any choice in the matter. I've put off sleeping since I keep having nightmares. A part of me is afraid that they'll never end.
Entry Six
Dear Diary
I did something that I never thought I'd do. When Xena left to catch a boat to Chin and Ares showed up I asked him to take me there. So I got there before Xena and warned Ming Tien about the attempt on his life. Things didn't go as I planned. I nearly got Xena killed.
I thought I'd lose her forever but she forgave me and Xena was able to escape. She took Lao Ma's Book of Wisdom which we plan to take somewhere safe. She was a very wise and special woman to Xena. I guess I am a bit jealous of that. Well I guess I better start dinner.
Entry Seven
Dear Diary
Joxer has a twin brother named Jett and he's an assassin. Talk about day and night but it's obvious that Jett loves his brother very much. It's kind of funny that Joxer's the black sheep of the family.
It was so exciting to see Cleopatra and it was so sweet of Autolycus to back me up on my plan even though it didn't quite work out the way I thought it would. He did have a point because by following my plan the guy on the inside was revealed. It wasn't a Xena plan but a Gabrielle plan that worked out in the end.
Entry Eight
Dear Diary
What a couple of days this has been. There is another woman that looks like Xena and she's a Hestian Priestess. I've heard that everyone has a double but this is ridiculous. I came across Leah when she was about to be burnt at the stake. I thought Xena was testing me so I saved her.
I wonder if I have a lookalike out there somewhere. It would be kind of strange. They may look the same but they are so different. Leah at first had a bit of an attitude. She thought I'd make a great virgin. I don't think so because I need companionship. Besides I wouldn't want to be one among many in the same outfit.
I like picking out my own clothes. No that life just isn't for me. Well someone's stomach is grumbling so I better go see what I can put together for dinner. I don't want anything cooked by Joxer since I'm in the mood for something edible. I don't think I'd like having to answer to those bells because it would drive me nuts.
Entry Nine
Dear Diary
Thank the Gods that enchanted scroll was filled up. I tried writing fiction but Aphrodite put the whammy on my scroll so everything written on it came true. It was cool to do a backflip and have abs like steel. I kicked those barbarians butts. Things got a bit out of control because my wording didn't come out quite right.
I do wonder why the scroll thought Joxer was a jerk. He's a total idiot but I do care about the guy although he can get on my nerves at the times. I don't want that to happen again. I may give that fiction thing another try since it was fun but without the stuff coming true of course.
It was strange though to be chatting with Ares in a friendly manner when he was mortal. So this is the second time he's tasted mortality. Actually he isn't a half bad guy when he's a mortal. Did I just say that about the God of War?
Xena could open a fish market with all those fish she caught when I sent her fishing. It's a good thing she enjoys fishing. Well I guess it's fish for dinner since there are still some left on the cart. Only Xena would use fish as weapons. I decided to gather all the fish up and clean it and give it to the villagers so it doesn't go to waste. So it's fish fest in the village tonight.
Entry Ten
Dear Diary
I'm in Tartarus. What started out good turned into a total nightmare. Callisto came back with the help of Hope. I can't believe my own child killed Solan. I did what I had to although it was the hardest thing to poison my own child. There was no other choice. I didn't want to believe that a child could be capable of such evil especially my own so now I know that Xena was right about her having killed within hours of her being born.
Although we weren't standing that far apart at the funeral I felt this distance. I decided to stay with Ephiny and go through the Purification Ritual. Xena doesn't want to see me and I think some time apart will do us good and anyway I'm not so sure I want to see her. Ephiny's coming so everything must be set up for me.
Entry Eleven
Dear Diary
That was a very intense experience. I really should ask Ephiny what's in that steam. I could have sworn I saw Callisto in there. So much for the Purification Ritual if it conjures her up of all people. It turns out that it was Solan who sent us to Illusia seeing as we wanted to kill each other. It allowed us to forgive and find our way back to each other.
One thing was strange although I could say that every part of that place was strange was that everyone was singing. It was odd that it didn't sound like it was me singing. Maybe all that steam got to me after all since everyone else was singing so of course I was too it's not like someone was singing for me and I was just moving move lips and faking it.
I'm certainly not going to ask because it's crazy. The important thing is that me and Xena are back together again as it should be. That was very smart of Solan. I guess he took after his mother. I'll always have guilt over his death but thanks to him I think I can start on the path of forgiving myself for my part.
It was a bit surprising not to mention scary to be so full of rage that I wanted to kill the one I love most in this world. It certainly isn't a good feeling and I hope to never feel that way again. I really should come up with a word to replace the word hope since it dredges up memories I'd rather leave in the past.
Entry Twelve
Dear Diary
All's well that ends well. That was a close call. I was so close to death but Xena saved me in the nick of time with the serum. Maybe we should have that on hand just in case not that I have any plans to get shot again. That was not my idea of fun. I was weak as a kitten and was barely able to tip over that boiling oil.
That was so impressive how she fought all those men off. But that's Xena the best fighter I've ever seen well I guess woman fighter since Hercules is not slouch although he has God's blood in his veins.
I got my boots and my ankle is feeling better. I guess I'll keep practicing with a staff and I need to remember to start off with my right foot. I was just a tiny bit cocky but I want to learn how to do flips too.
Entry Thirteen
Dear Diary
I must admit that I thought Xena was crazy for taking Tara under her wing but just maybe she changed that kid. I guess I was her inspiration and Tara reminded her of herself when she was younger. Hmm would I have liked Xena in the old days if she was as obnoxious as Tara.
I guess having a piece of my ear bitten off didn't help make me feel all warm and fuzzy towards Tara. Hopefully she'll stop hanging out with those lowlifes. Tara did like the game I invented. I wonder what I should call it. I really need to take Xena to some plays so she can get some culture. I can't believe they couldn't figure out what I was acting out.
Entry Fourteen
Dear Diary
Thank the Gods that Joxer's going to be ok. It was so horrible to see him so badly beaten. I was afraid that he was going to die. When we started off I had him sing his silly song. Sure he can be a bit dumb but he's a great companion and friend. Yes he can drive me nuts but he's family.
That was so like Joxer to get conned and making sure that Rafe and Elden stayed friends. He needs to wise up so something like this or Gods forbid something worse happens. I've started my latest scroll and have come up with the name King Con.
Entry Fifteen
Dear Diary
I surprised myself today by being indirectly involved in the killing of a man. Actually I was more the judge, jury, and executioner even though it was done by someone else's hand. I promised to give him back his imperial ring but I just couldn't after Virkinix told me about Carassas.
I know that it was ultimately Caesar who had him killed but that doesn't really help with the guilt.I'm just going to see about working on a scroll. Maybe writing will help me forget at least for a brief moment. Thank the Gods that we'll soon be on dry land. Now where did I put my King Con scroll? Maybe Xena will know.
Entry Sixteen
Dear Diary
That was pretty clever of Xena to steer me towards the Temple of Mnensoyne. It really helped me deal with stuff and resolve things in my mind. Pain is a part of life and I have to take the bad with the good. So it's a good thing that I was talking in my sleep.
Even though it wasn't really Ares he did have a point when he said, "Pain is nature's way of telling you that you're alive." Well it was something along those lines. Good things happen and bad things happen and that's all a part of life. I couldn't let go of the memories of all those that I love even with the pain. They are too precious no matter the pain and it isn't always bad since it's mostly good.
Entry Seventeen
Dear Diary
So Aphrodite was up to no good. Spell or not we managed to get the Mystic Diamond back to where it belongs along with a fish. That was so strange to be totally obsessed with myself. I even came up with a song and sang it. Odd but this time it sounded like it was me singing it. At least I wasn't obsessed with fishing.
It's fitting that Xena was obsessed with fishing. She's certainly done a lot of it lately especially that time when I wrote her fishing. That was so gross seeing Joxer eating bugs but I don't suppose it'll kill him. I do regret the loss of my nightshirt though. He's back to his old self and as goofy as ever.
Entry Eighteen
Dear Diary
I'm glad that I left my scrolls with Joxer. We plan to meet him soon. We went on an unexpected boat trip. Autolycus was in a chain gang so I got on board and called for Xena. A tsunami came and flipped the boat over. Xena came up with a really great idea.
We filled up all of the wine skins with air so we could breathe from them on our way up. She even helped that nasty guy who fought with Xena after he dropped his wineskin. She gave me a fright while I was waiting for her to surface.
Entry Nineteen
Dear Diary
Once again we went on a ship but I'm sort of getting used to sailing. The ocean is beautiful and with the breeze blowing through my hair it should be enjoyable. That statue Pax was stolen so Autolycus wanted to steal it back. Xena went along with his crazy plan since he did save her life.
The man turned out to be the merchant that killed Autolycus's brother. I still don't know why he gave Xena that mole to stick on her face. A strange man but a good one. Well the statue is back in place and Autolycus didn't kill that man. Adar was thrilled and running around in his nightshirt which was quite a sight.
Entry Twenty
Dear Diary
What a mess this is. Seraphin who I've known since I was five is involved in a cult. At first we thought it was for Callisto but it's Hope. I so didn't expect that to happen. I guess it shouldn't surprise me since her father is a big old flame. I just can't let Xena kill her. Ares called in his debt and I just can't let her die which will happen if she kills Hope.
I have to think of something. I have to think of a way to save Xena and get rid of Hope. I just have to think. So in that cult I'm called the Betrayer. I just can't believe this is the same girl I knew. I need to talk to Ares. Maybe I can strike a bargain with him. I know Xena would gladly die but I just can't let her do it.
