Sequel to "Red hope"about Aya accommodating to her new life with Razer, the marriage of our favorite couples from GLTAS as well some surprises from myself. I have a writer-block at "GL:TAS CONTINUE" and I will focus on something else until I had more ideas. Enjoy it.

I own nothing cuz if I did, we would have seen many Razaya kisses.

Razer and Aya headed to their new home hand in hand. Actually, it was Razer's old house, it wasn't destroyed unless you count a part of the outer wall. However, they could live in there and Razer planed on remedying the wall in a few days.

They entered the house, he leading the way.

"You should eat something, Aya."

"I am not hungry."

"But ..."

"Not right now, anyway. I will eat later."

"Do you promise?"

"I promise , my love."

Razer kissed her forehead and added

"I guess I need to show you the city. Would you like to see it?"

"Of course."

He took her hand and showed her the city . It took almost all day , and Aya enjoyed every moment spent with Razer. But, even she was aware of the looks her boyfriend was receiving from the unmarried girls. On his planet, the married girls have their head covered while the unmarried or engaged ones had it uncovered. Aya was, to her surprise, a bit jealous even though she knew that Razer does not care about other girls and that he gave them no attention. She will experience this all her life, whether she likes it or not. But she did not like it. At all.

She also, isn't the only one jealous. Some of the men were staring intensely at her and seemed interested in her. And she knew that Razer wasn't happy with that. She was very aware of the hateful look that Razer throw them. But she was happy too. He's cute when he's nervous, Aya observed. Thanks to the looks she received, Razer finished the walk in such a hurry that one could think that he persuaded someone instead of walking.

Before they went to their house, they bought some food. Then, Razer prepared something and Aya ate a bit. She did not want to have too much to digest overnight, especially when she had to get used to her new body functions.

After dinner they went into their new bedroom which actually was Razer and Ilana's old bedroom. Aya has powered off her ring, remaining in her old clothes. She climbed into bed and she hugged her knees, waiting for Razer to prepare for the night. He has powered off his ring, remaining in his original outfit. He changed into something comfortable for the night, being a pair of pants, while Aya tried not to look at him which she failed. But her eyes put themselves on him. However, if he observed, he wouldn't let her know even with the red in his cheeks, which she found cute. Aya was also blushing, her cheeks having a dark shade of green.

After he finished, he climbed into the bed, kissed her cheek and said

"Good night, my love!"

Aya smiled and responded 'good night' and then added

"I don't know how ..."

"'You don't know how?'"

"To sleep."

"It is not hard. You need to relax, let your mind drift and your body will follow."

"Let my mind drift?" she repeated.

"Yeah, it's like when your mind ... shut itself down."

"Like I was when Drusa controlled me?"

"Well, yeah, I guess it's something like this, but you will don't do anything."

"I think I understand. Thank you, Razer!"

"You're welcomed. Sleep well, my love."

"Good night, Razer."

(Almost two hours later)

Aya was getting frustrated. She was turning in the sheets while Razer was asleep near her. She didn't want to wake him up so she was silent. It seemed the sleep was far from her and she didn't like it. Even she was tired she couldn't sleep. She remembered how on so many nights in the Interceptor her sensors picked up Razer's vitals when he couldn't sleep. Actually, he slept little because of the nightmares. Aya sighed and got up, once again hugging her knees. Razer sensed her movement and woke up. He also got up, hugging her. She look at him and smiled. Like always, he was there for her.

"Is something wrong, Aya?"

"No. No, I just ... it's ... um ... you made it seem so easily. Sleeping, I mean."

Razer chuckled and responded

"It is simple. Sometimes it is hard to find."

They were lying on the bed, Razer caressing her arm, Aya having her head on his warm chest. After a few minutes she spoke, her voice being sleepy

"Have you ever been unable to find rest?"

He thought about her question a couple of seconds before seeing that she is already asleep. Again, he chuckled kissing her forehead and adding

"Not anymore."

(The next day, before sunrise)

Razer awoke hearing a scream on bed next to him. He looked to see that Aya had her eyes closed and screaming. Then, she move her head back and fort on the pillow, tears in her eyes and saying over and over again: 'Razer, no, no...please no'.

Razer grabbed her by the shoulders and shook her. She stopped crying and woke up, worry and fear on her face. When she saw Razer, she hugged him like he was going ti disappear in every moment. He let her do it and when she was more relaxed he asked

"Aya, what happened? Are you okay?"

"I don't know." With her face on his chest she added

"I was so scared. I thought I've lost you."

"Why? Aya, were ... were you dreaming?"

"I ... I don't know."

"Tell me what happened."

"I was chased by the Manhunters...then I was the Aya-monitor again and Hal and Killowog were bleeding and then you tried to talk to me but I...I shot you and ... and you died. You ... you have ceased to live, Razer."

Razer looked into her beautiful blue eyes and said

"It was just a dream. You have nothing to worry about."

"But I was the Aya-monitor..."

"No, it was just a nightmare. That never happened. Trust me! You would never hurt me."

"I ... I guess you are right. But I don't like to dream. I don't have control over what's happening."

"Yeah, the dreams can be like this."

"What do you dream about?"

Razer kissed her forehead again and answered

"You."

"Really?"

"Yes. I always dream about you."

Aya smiled, yeah, she was really happy. Until sunrise, they stayed hugged and talked about them, about their future together and about their dreams.

(In the morning)

Razer entered the bathroom for a quick shower while Aya stayed in their bed thinking about ... everything that happened in the past few days : from her apparent death, to her resurrection, to when Razer found her there to her new received ring. She looked at it. It was resting on her middle finger of her right hand. Aya sighed. For her, everything was so new. She could feel, taste, smell, breath and she found it difficult because she didn't need to do all of that before. But Razer was there for her to protect and teach her. And she was grateful for that. Aya smiled, yes her live was perfect.

After a couple of minutes, Razer got out from bathroom and powered up his ring, his Blue Lantern uniform materializing. Aya got up from bed and went towards the bathroom but when she was near Razer, he put his hands on her shoulders and kissed her softly. After they pulled apart Aya continued her way until the bathroom for a long and hot shower.

(Three months later)

She learned fast. Very fast. Now, she was capable of cooking herself almost everything almost without help, excepting some advice. She learned everything about her body, her needs and wants.

Aya got out from their house and went to the little garden they had. She sighed and picked up one of the Hope Flowers they planted. She loved that roses because, in a way, thanks to them, she and Razer had their relationship.

Over the past few months, Aya had accommodated pretty well. Even at first, some of the inhabitants were scared about the green lady, soon, all of them started to like her, especially the children. They gravitated around her every time they could. Thanks to her mind, she helped a lot for the reconstruction of the town. She and Razer were called to help with almost everything, but they didn't mind. After all, they came there for that.

They had some get-together time with their friends on Odym, but that was only for 1 or 2 days at 2 weeks. Carol also came and the girls got along pretty well, Razer being happy that Aya can talk with somebody. Of course they had a lot of friends on Volkreg and that was a good reason to not stay very long on Odym. Even so, some engaged girls from Volkreg weren't very happy that Aya live with Razer while they are not married. Aya knew all of that but she loved him and he loved her so what was the point in living in separate? Plus, she wasn't a Volkregian so she shouldn't respect all the customs, should she? Razer told her to not worry about that. And she trusted him.

Their relationship came to apogee after the first month when she decided they waited long enough and she was ready.

She smiled thinking about her life until then, without noticing the person who was behind her.

Aya was caught off guard when Razer came from behind her and hugged her. She had a look of surprise on her face before relaxing and telling him

"You know, if you don't want to be hurt, stop doing that."

Razer smiled while kissing her affectionate on her neck and then answered

"It is more fun when you don't know I'm behind you and plan on doing that. Plus, as I already said, you would never hurt me."

"Mmmm, you never know."

"I love you, Aya!"

"I love you too!"

He let her turn around and then hugged her tightly. Aya returned the hug happy. They stayed like that a while, breathing in unison. When they parted, Razer said

"Come, my love. We have much to do today."

And he was right. It was approaching the Firewind festival and they were helping with the arrangement. Aya was allowed to come due to Razer and of course after the festival, she was going to receive her clan tattoos. The festival will be in one week and there were still many things to do.

Aya went to help with the quick calculation while Razer observed everything from above them, giving advice.

(Two days later)

Aya was playing with a few kids when a Volkregian came at her.

"Hello, Aya."

Aya looked to see one of her best friends

"Hello, Tessa. How are you today?"

"I am well. I want to give you something."

"What?"

"You will see. Follow me."

Tessa was a seamstress. She was the one who gave Aya all her clothes. Because Aya was not a Volkregian, Tessa made for her something comfortable and decent enough : a couple of dressed, pants, blouses, T-shirts and skirts, all of them being white with green and blue. But this time she had for her something special for the festival.

So, Tessa went with Aya to the tailor.

"What are we doing here?"

"I have something I believe you will like."

Tessa placed a box and from it, she removed a beautiful, long dress. It was blue with white collar and some dark green contours flowers on it.

"This is for you."

"What is the purpose of you giving it to me?"

"You need something traditional for the Firewind festival even if you are not a Volkregian."

"But ..."

"Uh-uh, no 'but'. I'm sure that Razer would like to see you in this dress."

At that, Aya blushed sightly. Tessa was only 4 years older than Razer, being 23 years old. She was married and had a son, Mannu, of 5 years. Even so, she liked teasing everyone, the only exception being the Elders.

Aya entered a litlle room to chang in the dress and when she came out, Tessa couldn't help but smile in approval.

"You look good, Aya. I can't wait to see you wearing it at the festival."

"Thank you, Tessa. You are very kind."

"I know, my dear. But, please, don't wear it till the festival. It will be a pleasant surprise for your lover."

Again, Aya's face was greener than usual.

"Oh, stop blushing, you know I'm just teasing you."

Aya thanked her again and got back home, hiding the dress from Razer.

(Five days later)

It was the day. The Firewind festival came again.

Razer was outside the house, waiting patiently for Aya to get ready. He was with his back at the door so he couldn't see her. That was good, she thought. Aya cleared her throat, making her presence known. Razer turned around and when he saw her, his eyes grew wide and his mouth was open, trying to speak, but to no avail.

This took me one week to write. I hope you like it. So, what do you think? Read and review please.