Hello! How is everyone? I am pleased to announce, that I have decided to start the sequel of Unexpected Love! It's funny because I was reading my other Romeo x Juliet story, and I re-watched the anime version and I think to myself: "This could've been a lot better". However, I don't plan on changing any of it unless it's for re-editing. So luckily, I can add some stuff to this sequel! I do hope you enjoy it!

Disclaimer: I do not own Romeo x Juliet. They belong to Shakespeare. ©I do own the plot of this story and the additional characters.

Warning: This is a yaoi, romantic story between Tybalt and Romeo, so if you do not like yaoi or romance between Tybalt and Romeo, please leave. I will throw flames in the fire, but I accept nice criticism on improvement. And the title is kind of lame, so if it changes, I'm sorry, I couldn't think of a really good one.

Warning Two: If you have not read Unexpected Love, PLEASE READ IT FIRST! Otherwise, this story is completely pointless. Well, not pointless, but it will make a lot more sense. Also, the rankings I did for everyone, like Juliet being Queen, is just picked out by me. I did do some research on the rankings, but for now, I'm going to just have everyone stick to their roles. So I'm sorry if it's a bit weird.

Summary: Sequel to Unexpected Love. Four years have passed since Romeo and Juliet defeated Lord Montague and they now rule over Neo-Verona. Everyone is at peace and it seems like the town may finally have the freedom they once lost. However, a new enemy is awakened from the shadows, and it looks like it's not only targeting Romeo, but Juliet and Tybalt as well! Now Romeo must face a powerful foe that is not of his world and question is: will he be able to vanquish it without destroying Neo-Verona in the process?

Beyond the Shattered Glass

Thoughts

Prologue:

Tybalt P.O.V.

"HAPPY BIRTHDAY ROMEO!"

"Guys, you really didn't have too! Honestly!"

"Romeo, you've helped me rule for four years now! You wouldn't let us celebrate your birthday for the past two but because you're twenty years old, we're going to make sure you're satisfied!" The queen of Neo-Verona announced happily.

"Oh, all right. As long as it makes you happy, Juliet." Romeo said kindly with a warm smile, making some of the other girls that were watching from afar squeal with delight.

"Of course it does! You're my best friend!" Juliet replied with a beautiful smile of her own; her hands behind her back.

Both Romeo and Juliet have grown up tremendously. They both have gotten a bit taller, but not taller than I. Romeo's short, blue hair had grown slightly, but it was neatly trimmed and left some bangs hanging around his face. He no longer looked like a child, but more of a mature young man than what he was four years ago. Even his teal eyes had become wiser and deeper, as they watched a dance play out in the large ball room.

Then there was Juliet, whom had become more beautiful than all the Irises in Neo-Verona. Her long, red hair had continued to grow, but was now braided neatly with Irises designing them; her braid was always draped over her right shoulder. Not only that, but the delicately handmade crown of flowers that were made of pure gold that rested on the queens head.

Juliet represented the life, hope, and innocence of what Neo-Verona once was when Lord Montague ruled, and now it will be recognized once more. I'd seen the look in her brown eyes; how mature, motherly, and kind they were, along with the fact the Juliet was now a beautiful young woman that every man talked about.

It's almost a shame that I stopped such a beautiful pair from becoming one but…I do not regret it, and they do not seem to deem it wrong.

I threw my black cloak over the balcony railing and I let out a relieved breath. My attire consisted of a white long sleeved shirt with some buttons left open and black pants along with royal silver boots. A breeze soared past as I closed my eyes and took a breath of the fresh air that surrounded me.

I don't have to hide in the shadows anymore. Even if being in the shadows consumed my whole life. But now, I found you Romeo…and I will be able to stand by your side until I am unable to wield a sword.

"Tybalt?"

Snapping out of my thoughts, I looked over to see Romeo walking towards me with a small smile. He dressed nicely as usual. It consisted of a short-sleeved, royal blue tunic and black pants along with a flowing white cape behind trailing behind him. His sword was strapped to his slim waist along with a red and gold band that was strapped around his head; symbolizing his loyalty to the Capulet's.

Romeo decided to become my apprentice as a knight. He did not want to become such a huge burden for Juliet, but wanted to still serve. So Juliet decided to have me become her royal knight and Romeo is my apprentice. From then on Romeo seemed happy about that. Though Romeo is now considered a knight by law, he is still known as a king to everyone's eyes of Neo-Verona; even I.

"Is something troubling you?" I ask even though I had a feeling there was not.

Romeo smiled nervously, scratching the back of his grown blue hair as he walked closer towards me; leaning against the rail of the balcony. You could see everyone inside from the balcony. The bright, luscious lights didn't compare to the gorgeous stars illuminating the night sky above the castle.

"No…It's just that, ever since the party has started, you've rarely talked to me."

"I'm not ignoring you if that's what you're worried about."

"Yes…and no." He replied softly before moving closer to me until our arms touched.

I looked down at my young lover as he rested his head on my shoulder; watching the guests and our friends dance and chat in the ballroom. Romeo's eyes watched with such calm and happiness that I couldn't help but let out a small smile myself. He linked his fingers with mine before tilting his head up to look me in the eye.

"You're smiling," Romeo commented as he showed me a smile of his own, "Why is that?"

"I can see such calmness in your eyes now. Back when we were near war with him, you were sometimes lost, confused, or even troubled. However, now all I see is peace and stillness." I reply as my smile leaves my face and I move so I'm standing in front of Romeo; blocking anyone's view of him with my back.

"Is that so?" He asks with an even brighter smile and brings his hands up to cup my face. "Well, is it weird that I feel the same way? That I am glad that everything is what is should have been and now will be. I love knowing that I'm yours and you are mine, and that I can announce to the whole world without question or remorse."

"It is not weird Romeo. I am you're knight after all."

My heart almost leaped out of my chest when I saw Romeo grin at me before leaning up to brush his lips against my own; our breaths mingling.

"You're not just a knight Tybalt. You are my most loyal friend, and my most amazing lover. I wouldn't trade you for the anything." He whispers against my lips as his eyes flickered from my eyes to my lips.

Licking my lips unconsciously, I smirked at my lover before giving him a quick Eskimo kiss.

"I would hope not. After all, the only one who is allowed to see you bare is me." I whisper back teasingly while running both my hands down his back slowly and I could feel the shivers Romeo gave.

"Only you, Tybalt. I am yours to do as you wish, you know that." Romeo says huskily and grabs my shoulders; tightly squeezing them and pulling me closer towards him.

As tempting as it would be to snatch him up, take him to our chambers, and claim him tenderly, I have to do my end of the bargain. Taking a deep breath, I forcefully but regretfully, grab hold of Romeo's hands and pull them away from me. I gained a hurt but confused look from Romeo, but I reassured him with a kiss on the temple; erasing any doubt from his mind.

"As true as your words may be, it is still your birthday. So it is only honorable of me to give you my gift as well." I say to my lover with a small smile; bring his hands to my lips so I kissed his knuckles tenderly and making him blush light red.

Romeo pulled his hands from my own shyly before he turned to look out into the city of Neo-Verona. His eyes glanced at me for a moment before looking away in almost embarrassment; his blush still on his cheeks.

"What is that you wanted to give me?" Romeo asked shyly before finally turning to meet my gaze; his left hand holding the balcony rail.

Just as I was about to get out my gift, two pairs of footsteps rushed onto the balcony; almost startling Romeo. I looked over to see it was Antonio and Cordelia with big smiles on their faces.

"Romeo! Come quickly! Francisco wants to give you our gift!" Antonio tells the young knight, who blinks in surprise and gives a nervous smile.

"I don't know if receiving another gift from Francisco is such a good idea Antonio."

"You'll be fine. Juliet made sure it wasn't anything too messy." Cordelia assured Romeo with a smile until Antonio grabbed Romeo's arm and started dragging him.

"Let's go!"

"Okay! Okay! No need to drag me!" Romeo convinced the young brunet to let go of his arm and let him take the lead.

Before disappearing from our view, Romeo gave me an apologetic and loving smile, which I simply smiled back to and nodded; assuring him that it was all right. Once he and Antonio left our sights, Cordelia let out a sad sigh and turned to face me.

"Why haven't you asked him yet?"

I pondered on the question as I grabbed my cloak and put it on. "What do you mean?"

Cordelia frowned at me before punching me in the arm playfully. "Don't play dumb with me Tybalt! Even Conrad knows what you want to do and that's saying something."

I see he's still up to his tricks. "I need the right moment."

"What better moment than tonight on his birthday?"

"He's not ready. It's only been four years since we reclaimed Neo-Verna from Lord Montague. The last thing Romeo needs is something else piling on his plate." I simply say, and thankfully, Cordelia said nothing in return.

The blond-haired woman followed close behind me as we walked back into the ballroom and chatter filled the once stilled silence. Smells of food, wine, punch, and different colognes and perfumes conquered my senses. I looked over at the large table that Romeo sat upon as a large present was placed in front of him from Hermione and Juliet.

Romeo blushed in embarrassment at both attentions until Juliet and Hermione kissed Romeo on the cheek; giggling afterwards when Romeo started blushing beet red and everyone started laughing heartedly.

Juliet watched Romeo warmly as she brushed invisible dirt from her long, white and red gown that was long sleeved. Hermione wore a sleeveless gown that was a bright yellow and wore a golden, flower necklace around her slim neck. Her blond hair was curled up nicely as it fell over her shoulders.

For some reason, I frowned at the sight. It wasn't the fact that what they did was wrong, but maybe…maybe it was because…

Is it because I want to claim Romeo as something much more than a lover?

"I can see it in your eyes. You're thinking about it." Cordelia spoke while watching the same scene I was before pulling her gold color shawl around her shoulders; it somehow matched her light purple dress and her dark blond hair was out.

"You, Cordelia, must be hallucinating." I say back without looking at her and I watched Romeo unravel the present and pull out a two new shirts: one colored red and the other a dark green.

"I am not and you know it. One of these days, you'll have to tell him."

"Is that a warning?"

"Mm, I guess you could call it that. I would threaten you, but no one takes it personally." Cordelia comments with a smile and I couldn't help but snort in amusement which made her turn and point at my face. "See what I mean! Even you agree with me!"

"That is beside the point."

"Even so, this place is still Neo-Verona." She adds to the mix and that makes me look at her curiously.

"Meaning what?" I ask calmly as I watched Cordelia take a deep breath before looking up at me.

"Meaning that there are other kingdoms beyond ours. Since Romeo and Juliet cannot wed, then they will have to be wedded by someone else." Cordelia explains to me slowly.

I chuckled darkly at this, "Juliet may be able, but Romeo cannot. He is no longer a prince nor is he a king."

Cordelia smiled sadly at me, "Though that may be, you still need an heir. Both Romeo and Juliet are of noble blood. Therefore, one of them will either have to give birth to one, or marry someone to get child-"

"It will not happen." I cut her off and gave her one last look before I turned to walk away.

"But how do you know for sure?" I heard Cordelia whisper to me before looking back to watching Romeo and the others gather and chat amongst themselves.

My hands curled into tight fists as Cordelia's words started to work its way into my mind like a curse.

Question is, will I be able to hold on to Romeo if that time were to come?

TBC

Not my best introduction of a sequel, but it will have to do. There will be some good loving goodness in the next chapter, so review if you like! I know there's not a lot in this chapter, but it was mainly a recap and where everyone's at now. Tell me what you think so far!