An Arabian Adventure for Two- Chp 6

**Kelly**

Kelly's heart pounded as she looked up the wall she was to climb. "What's wrong?" Aladdin stood directly in front of Kelly.

"I've been terrified of heights every since I broke my leg climbing a wall when i was 5. Since then, I've never climbed anything." Kelly looked down so she wouldn't see the disappointment in Aladdin's eyes.

"Don't worry, i will help you overcome your fear." Aladdin tilted Kelly's chin so she would look him in the eyes. Kelly never noticed how warm and nice they looked. Aladdin smiled then grabbed a nearby barrel and set it in front of the wall.

"Get on the barrel, then use the stones on the wall to climb up." Aladdin instructed. Kelly obediently got on the barrel but didn't put her hands on the wall. "What if i fall?" Kelly asked, shaking.

"Then I'll catch you." Aladdin stood behind Kelly with his arms outstretched. Kelly felt safer and a bit more confident with Aladdin standing behind her, ready to catch her. Kelly got a hold of two stones on the wall and placed her feet on the wall as well until she felt secure, then she started climbing. Kelly would pause every once in a while to make sure she had a good grip, but she was actually climbing!

Kelly looked up to see Abu dancing and cheering her on. Kelly smiled then felt the hold on her foot slipping. She barely had time to scream before she had fallen and was now held by Aladdin's tight grip, bridal style.

"I told you I'd catch you." Aladdin smiled. Kelly blushed, Aladdin's face was very close to hers. "You almost had it, just concentrate on where you put your hands and feet." Kelly nodded and Aladdin set her down.

Kelly climbed back on the barrel then started climbing again. This time she didn't look up or down, although she could hear both Aladdin and Abu cheering her on. She kept climbing until she realized she was on top of the building. She used her arms to pull herself up until she was standing. "YEAHH! I did it!" Kelly yelled enthusiastically. Abu was dancing about her feet and she could hear Aladdin laughing from below.

Kelly was hugging Abu when Aladdin suddenly appeared behind her. "How did you get up so fast?" Kelly asked with wide eyes. Aladdin chuckled. "When you've lived in the streets as long as I have. Climbing buildings come naturally to you."

Kelly couldn't wait to see where Aladdin lived now. "How much longer until we get to your place?" Aladdin pointed to the row of buildings behind her. "You can't see it from here but it's on the very top of that last one to the right." Kelly groaned, that meant more climbing!

**Rose**

Rose quickly undressed, in case Jafar or Iago decided to barge in unexpectedly. Rose put on the top first. It thankfully covered her cleavage well enough, though the straps were no help and slid off her shoulders.

Rose put on the pants next. They were very soft and billowy. Rose looked inside the chest for some kind of footwear and found red slippers similar to jasmine's. After she was fully dressed, Rose looked for a mirror and found one inside the chest. Rose was glad she was a dancer and had a fit body. Rose was surprised to find she actually looked pretty good in the outfit.

"Are you done?" Jafar asked through the wall.

Rose quickly picked up her old clothes and stuffed them in her messenger bag before replying. "Yes!"

The wall opened and Jafar glided in with Iago on his shoulder. When Jafar saw Rose his eyebrows lifted. And for once Iago was silent.

Rose was getting uncomfortable under their stares. Do they think i look ugly? maybe i should have insisted on a different outfit. "What's wrong?"

Iago replied, "Nothing at all! You look great kid. You're prettier then the princess!" Iago flew off Jafar's shoulder and circled Rose before landing on her shoulder. "Thanks Iago!" Rose was surprised at the last comment about the princess. did she really look that good?

Rose looked at Jafar's face to see what he thought,but he just continued to stare. "Red definitely suits you." he finally replied.

Rose didn't like all this attention. "What would you like me to do now?" When Jafar didn't reply, Rose added. "You said you had some tasks for me to do."

"Forget it. I'll have you do your tasks tomorrow. Iago, take Rose to her room. I'm sure she's very tired." Jafar stepped to the side so they could get through the wall.

"Come on kid, let's go." Iago flew off Rose's shoulder and went through the opening. Rose followed Iago, when she passed Jafar she quickly said. "Goodnight."

Jafar just nodded. Rose continued to exit, she could feel Jafar's eyes on her the whole time until the wall closed behind her with a thud.

Rose followed Iago down the stairs."I wasn't kidding when i said that you're prettier then the princess. Even Jafar couldn't stop staring at you." Iago led Rose to a door that opened to a long corridor. "Turn right."

Rose blushed at the thought of Jafar staring at her. I wonder what he was thinking. Rose shuddered, not wanting to get into details. "So where am I sleeping?"

"You'll be in a room close to Jasmine's. By the way, Jafar didn't mention this but he expects you to report to him when you wake up and before you go to sleep."

"Thanks for the Info" Rose replied. Suddenly a thought came to her head. "Iago, has Jafar ever been... Married?" Rose whispered the last part. Iago looked up as if he was thinking. "I can't say he's ever been married. Or in love for that matter. Be careful with Jafar kid. Jafar has a bad temper that can be inflamed at just one wrong move. I would hate to see you on Jafar's bad side kid."

Rose nodded, she would make sure to be careful and do exactly as Jafar asks of her. "Here we are." Iago pointed to a door.

Rose opened it and stepped inside. It was a nice big chamber with colorful rugs covering the floor. In one side of the room there was a couch-like bed. Beside it was a desk with two shelves. Across from the bed was a balcony. Rose stepped outside and leaned against the railing. "It's beautiful!"

Iago flew out a bit and pointed to the larger balcony a way to the right of Rose's. "That's where the princess's room is, just across the hall. Do you need anything else?"

Rose smiled. "No thanks Iago. Thanks for showing me to my room." Rose kissed Iago on the head. Iago turned redder in the face before flying out the door.

Rose watched the sun started to set. It's absolutely beautiful here. Maybe it wouldn't be that bad working for Jafar in the palace. Iago was kind to me. And i get to spend every day working for Jafar! Rose squealed with excitement and danced around a bit before collapsing on the bed. I hope Kelly is managing well with Aladdin.

**Jafar**

Jafar sat on his bed. what a fool i am, gaping at that servant girl. Where is that damn bird? Jafar stood up and picked up his snake staff, examining the ruby eyes with dull interest. Where could a creature like that have come from?

"Jafar! I brought the girl to her room. She's all settled down." Iago's loud voice rang through the wall. Jafar rolled his eyes with annoyance when he placed his hand on the wall and opened it up. Iago flew past and landed on Jafar's bed. "So what do you think of the new servant girl?"

"She'll do for the time being." Jafar crossed to the table and pretended to be busy with a potion. Iago flew to Jafar's shoulder and whispered in his ear. "Do you like her?"

Jafar swatted at Iago. "Oh come on Jafar, you had to admit she's a beautiful girl." Jafar smirked, suddenly getting a idea. "I noticed Iago. She'll work perfectly for our plan."