This story picks up after the Lion and Vehicle Voltron defeated Doom forces. Returning home to Arus Keith and Allura are determined to begin their romance. But will Keith's new revealed dangerous past and Lotor's obsession with Allura prove to end their romance before it begins.

Chapter One

The Castle of Lions slowly descended back to its spot on the Arus and almost immediately the five lions shot out of their compartments on the battle castle to the cheers of the Arusians. After a brief air show the Voltron force put the lions back in their dens and the pilots soon returned to the castle thought the massive deep underground portals.

"Well it's great to be home," Lance said stretching his arms and leaning back against one of the control center's walls.

"Yep," Hunk agreed. "And best of all there's supposed to be a big celebration in our honor later this week.

"Oooh a party," Pidge chimed in excitedly.

"That means women, women, and more women," Lance said rubbing his hands together excitedly. "Keith, Princess, you two sure are quiet over there. Aren't you excited about the celebration?"

"Lance, I'm sorry to disappoint you and the rest of the team, but you guys will have to wait for about two weeks because Allura and I will finally be getting some much needed one on one time, "Keith said wrapping his arms around Allura's waist and pulling her in close to him. Allura, smiling at his touch, instantly leaned her head onto his shoulder as if it was the only puzzle piece that could fit.

"Well, it's about time you worked some kinks," Lance said as he walked over and slapped Keith on the back and winked as he leaned over and whispered to Allura, "And you too Princess,"

"Whhaat!" Coran said in disbelief, "Princess, Keith you can't be serious. The two of you alone!! That's unheard of. If you want to court Allura, fine, then do it the proper way. I'll draft the official announcement after I find an Aruisan law to support this relationship since Keith is not of royal decent. But it will take time in the meantime there you two will have to take extra precautions against anyone picking up on your feelings especially when the royal leaders from planets all over the galaxy are here. Keith, I don't have to remind you that this is imperative during the strategy session with the Admiral from Galaxy Garrison, as I wouldn't want your assignment and rank to be jeopardized."

Allura looked Coran in his eyes but never took herself away from Keith's embrace, "Coran, I have put my life on hold, time and time again. Finally we have a moment of peace and while planet Doom is regrouping it's the perfect time for Keith and I to explore our feelings and date like normal couples do. I want you to understand that there is no law on Arus or Military rule from Earth that will keep us apart."

"Well said Queen Allura," Hunk said bowing in her direction.

"Allura please, I understand young love, but you have a responsibility to the people," Coran said sitting down in the control chair shaking his head out of frustration. "Why, can't you get it through your head that you will never be able to conduct yourself like a normal person?"

"Coran, "Allura said walking over to him and kneeling down in front of his chair and placing her hands on top of the man who was a second father to her," You know I would give my life for Arus, but I need, no we need this. There's so much I don't know about Keith and vice versa, if we don't start putting "us" first then we may never get another chance."

Keith winced inward at when he heard Allura's words about not knowing much about each other. "Do I tell her about the time in my life that when I was so lost that I did unspeakable things and risk losing her forever?" He thought as the battle between Coran and Allura continued. One thing was certain, if he and Allura would have any chance of making their relationship work, he had to take control of the legendary struggles between Coran, Nanny, and Allura. It was long overdue to establish boundaries as far as Allura is concerned. So Keith stepped forward and gently pulled Allura back up to her feet, "Coran I want you to know that I respect Allura and her role has Princess of this planet, but almost losing her forever changed a lot of things. We have earned this time and really would like to have your support."

"It's not about just celebrating, if the two of you are going to make it you must learn that Arus, it's laws and state of affairs take precedent, even above the love that you two share.", He said looking at both of them.

"Coran our loyalty to Arus and the galaxy was proven each and every time we laid our lives on the lines to protect the people of this planet and countless others. Allura and I are going to the Sea of Amority, and will stay at the Royal Beach House. You can find precedent within the Arusian laws over the next two weeks because when we return, there will be an official announce regarding our courtship. I'll speak with my Uncle Victor on the Explorer regarding our relationship and request that he finds the same precedent for the military. So please inform all of the dignitaries that the meetings and celebrations will happen in two weeks," Keith said firmly, leaving no room for argument. "We'll take Blue lion with us since it can travel undetected underwater from here and we can enter the house via the portal built King Alfor years ago. This way we can come back in an instant if we are needed. Coran, please explain to Nanny that there will be no interruptions unless it's an emergency. Lance, Pidge, and Hunk, are more than capable of taking over the daily patrols and training the royal guards. I'll maintain updates with you and Lance three times a day using a secure network. "

Allura proudly watched as Keith handled himself with the dignity and authority of a leader. She could feel goose bumps on her arms and a slow burn creeping up her neck when Keith announced where they would be staying and for two weeks. Her mind quickly began to fill with wonderful thoughts of the two of them alone all day and night for two weeks. What would he expected of her? She was still a virgin and had always vowed that she would remain that way until the night of her marriage, but as she settled her head on Keith's shoulder again, she quickly thought to herself, "That's one vow that I might not be able to keep."

"Keith," she said sweetly, "I'm going to pack. What time do you want to leave?"

"In about an hour Allura," Keith said excitedly," Hunk, Lance, and Pidge can you guys load enough food for us on the lion? I would ask the staff, but I don't want anyone aware of our absence and start putting two and two together. Our trip will be over before it gets started."

"No problem chief," Hunk said," Come on little buddy, Lance let's get started."

"Come on Allura, I'll walk you to your room, " Keith said taking her by the hand and leading her towards the living quarters.