Disclaimer- I don't own Treasure Planet but I do own Kat. She is my OC.

Chapter 2- Forgive And Forget

Amelia stared over her bedroom balcony at the flickering lights coming from the town. She tried to process what Kat just told her. Her mother, the only relative apart from Kat who kept contact with her, was gone. And she was never coming back. She felt numb. She didn't cry but she was pretty sure she was about to. She felt tears roll down her cheeks but hastily wiped them away. She didn't want to cry. She wasn't weak. She didn't cry. Well, apart from when Arrow died. And when she and Delbert had that huge argument a year ago, just after their fifth anniversary. Delbert. Amelia recalled the argument that had taken place the previous night.

Amelia arrived home after a long day. She was knackered and not in the best of moods. One reason being that Delbert seemed to spend all his time working, even when he specifically told her he wouldn't be receiving anymore projects from the University. Sighing, she hung her coat on the rack and poked her head round the living room door. Lying on the floor, huddled round a holo book, were her four children, Mia, Olivia, Holly and Sam. Her blonde daughter, Mia, turned the pages of the holo book. As usual, they were reading 'Treasure Planet'. Amelia shook her head. They were completely obsessed with that story.

"I guess no one's happy to see me…"

All four children turned their heads to see their mother leaning on the doorframe, smiling.

"Mummy!" They all rushed towards her.

Amelia smiled and knelt down, arms outstretched. Her brunette daughter, Holly, reached her first with her red-haired daughter Olivia close behind, followed by Mia and last but not least, Sam. She hugged each of them and listened as they recalled parts of their day.

"I got a sticker for writing the best poem in class!" Olivia announced proudly.

"I got to be the teacher's helper for answering the most questions correctly!" Exclaimed Holly.

"More like teacher's pet." Grumbled Mia, receiving a glare from her sister.

"Mia, don't say things like that, remember, tr-"

"Treat others like you want to be treated. I know Mum." Recited Mia.

Amelia gave a stern look before continuing. "Anyway, where's your Dad?"

"In the Study." Was the simultaneous response.

Amelia sighed inwardly. He practically lived up there nowadays. She stood back up and made her way up the stairs to the Study. As she neared the top, she saw the door was half open, a sliver of light shining through. Pushing the door open fully, she placed her hands on her hips and watched Delbert. He was gazing up at a stack of books, most likely trying to figure out which one he needed before making a disastrous attempt to reach it.

"You're still working?" She asked, glaring at his back.

Delbert turned and looked surprised to see her standing there. He let out a long sigh. "Im nearly done. Just a couple more pages about-"

Amelia cut him off, fed up of hearing his excuses. "That's all you seem to spend your time doing! Working on bloody projects for the University. I'm sick of it."

He rubbed the back of his neck before he answered. "It's the last one, I swear. Once I finish this, I won't be given any more until next year."

Amelia's eyes narrowed and she glared at him. "That's what you said last time, Doctor." She replied coldly.

She saw him gulp since she had called him 'Doctor'. A sure fire sign she was not happy.

Delbert wouldn't meet her gaze. "Yes, I know I said that, but-"

Amelia wasn't sure if she had heard him right. He knew? He'd lied to her?

"You knew?! You knew that you would be given another project but lied to me?" She stared at him incredulously. They hardly ever lied to the other, the truth coming out at some point.

Delbert stared at her for a moment, obviously not expecting that sort of reaction. "No! I mean yes….I mean… ugh, I don't know…." He managed to stutter before trailing off.

"Yes or no, Doctor?" She managed to keep her voice calm, which normally meant she was about to completely lose it.

"Look," Delbert started, "I know I said the last time that I wouldn't have any more projects but I wasn't 100% sure. I had a feeling I might be given another one but I hoped not. I didn't say anything because I knew you were getting annoyed with me working." He finished, but quickly added after the look she gave him, " And I use that term very loosely."

Amelia pinched the bridge of her nose with her thumb and forefinger. She couldn't be bothered to have a full-blown argument there and then. If he really wanted to spend his life working, then so be it. Sighing, she threw her hands up in utter frustration.

"Fine. Fine. Go ahead and just…work. I don't care anymore"

She'd then stormed out the room and made a point of slamming the door shut behind her. After she had reached the bottom of the stairs, she instantly regretted what she said, but she wasn't ready for this argument to be over.

Amelia squeezed her eyes shut, willing the tears not to fall. Despite her efforts, the tears flowed unbidden down her face. Giving up, she let herself fall prey to her emotions and sobbed uncontrollably, with no one to comfort her.

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Delbert looked over in Kat's direction, staring at her uncertainly.

"…Poor Amelia…"

Kat nodded sadly before giving him a pointed glare.

"What?..."

Kat raised an eyebrow at him- a gesture that reminded him immensely of Amelia.

"Why aren't you going to see Amelia?.."

"I..well…she…" Delbert couldn't really think of a suitable answer to Kat's direct question.

Kat sighed and rested her chin in the palm of her hand. "I know you two had a disagreement about something but she needs comforting. And you're the only one who can do it."

"I don't know…she's still angry at me and despite the situation, she'll push me away." Delbert sighed, "I know she will."

Kat studied him closely. "You know, when we were younger and I saw Amelia, all I had to do was keep persisting and she'd finally let me in. Try it. You could also try making up with her? After what's happened, you guys in an argument doesn't help the situation whatsoever."

Delbert mulled this over for a moment. Finally making up his mind, he pushed his chair back from the table and made his was to the bedroom.

Kat watched him leave with a small smile on her face. No matter what happened, those two would always pull through together. They would never leave the other. Anyone could see that. They were perfect for each other. They'd proved that much. And Amelia had someone who would care for her eternally. Something that no one had thought would ever happen when she was younger. Obviously, miracles do happen.

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Delbert made his way cautiously up the stairs. Even after what Kat had said, he still had a feeling he was walking to his death. Gingerly pushing open the door that led to their bedroom, he saw that the balcony doors were open and could hear quiet sobs. Hearing these, his heart broke in two. He couldn't bear to see her like this. Quietly walking through his bedroom and slipping through the balcony doors, he made his way over to Amelia. She'd obviously heard him coming so she'd wiped the tears away and was trying hard to not start sobbing again.

"Amelia..-"

Amelia put a hand up to silence him. She didn't want any sympathy.

"Please Doctor, just…" She swallowed to prevent her voice wavering albeit unsuccessfully. "..Just leave me be."

Normally, Delbert would've complied with her request and left her to herself, but right now she needed him.

"No, Amelia, I'm sorry." He stopped Amelia from protesting, " I'm sorry for last night. You're right, I was working too much. More than the cause needed."

Amelia took a deep breath. She hated apologizing but would whenever she needed too. "No, I'm sorry. You were just doing you're job. I didn't have to snap like that. Im also really sorry for saying I didn't care. I don't know why I even thought of saying that. Of course I care, I love you. So much" She finished by looking up at him and managing a weak smile through her tears. Delbert gave her a lopsided grin, which even after six years of marriage, still managed to make her knees go weak and her heart start doing flips. He walked over to her and embraced her tightly. Amelia wrapped her arms around his middle and buried her face in his chest.

"I love you too. More than you'll ever know. I'm also really, really sorry about you're mother." He murmured into her hair. Amelia gave a slight nod before she gave in to the tears. This time though, she had Delbert to comfort her.

De Next Morning….

Amelia awoke feeling slightly groggy. She heard the faint sound of rain pelting the roof above. The weather matched her mood perfectly. She sat up, and realized that she was in bed. Still fully clothed of course, but someone had put her in bed. She certainly didn't go herself. A slight smile tugged at the corners of her mouth. She knew who was responsible for her care. Quickly stripping out of her clothing, she pulled on a fresh pair of jeans and a white tank top, finishing with a black cardigan. She didn't really pay much attention to what she threw on. Running a brush through her auburn locks, she sighed heavily and gazed out of the balcony window. There were deep puddles littering the ground and the sky was a smoky colour. Everything glistened with rain. As Amelia neared the bottom of the stairs she could hear faint chatter coming from the kitchen. Still intent on seeking out her carer, she made her way to the kitchen. Seated round the table were Kat, Delbert, Sarah and Jim. As she entered the room, Sarah got up and enveloped her in a firm hug.

"Oh Amelia, I'm so sorry!" Sarah exclaimed.

Amelia pulled herself out of the death-grip hug and offered a weak smile and shrugged. "I'm fine, really."

Much to her surprise, Jim also got up and gave her a quick hug.

"Sorry Captain, it must be hard."

Again, Amelia shrugged. "It's not easy, but I'll be fine."

Jim feigned shock, "The great Captain Amelia is finding something hard? My God, what's happening?" He received a well-deserved slap from Amelia and a cold glare from his mother.

"You know James, the Legacy hasn't received a thorough cleaning in quite a while…" She trailed off thoughtfully.

Jim's eyes widened. He remembered the last time he had mocked Amelia. He learnt the hard way that she always kept her word to her threats.

"Umm..I mean..you'll be fine C-Captain!" He gulped and quickly sat down at the table before he said something he would truly regret. Amelia took pity and decided to have mercy on him. Delbert handed his wife a steaming mug of tea and offered her a sad smile.

"All right?"

Amelia gave a weak nod. She followed him over to the table and sat on the chair next to him. The only person she seemed to be able to be comforted by was Delbert. As she glanced at each person seated round the table, she noticed that uneasy glances kept being exchanged. After about three minutes of glances and silence, Amelia placed her mug on the table and fixed them all with a glare.

"Can someone please tell me what is going on? Do you honestly think I'm stupid enough not to notice?"

Sighing, Kat glanced at Delbert before turning to her. "Um, me and Delbert need to talk to you 'bout something."

Amelia raised a questioning eyebrow at her husband, only to find that he was avoiding looking at her.

Sarah gave a small cough. "Well, I think it's best time me and Jim headed back to the Inn. I know Lillian and Max are good waiters but I honestly don't think that they can run the Inn by themselves for much longer."

"Got that right." Jim snorted. After passing an irritated look at her son, Sarah stood up. "We can let ourselves out." She gave a small smile in Amelia's direction before leaving the room, with Jim following suit.

After she heard the soft click of the front door closing, Amelia turned to her husband. "Care to tell me what that was all about." She asked in a steely tone, her emerald green eyes narrowing in suspicion.

"I think I'll leave you two for the moment." Kat said, excusing herself from the table and shutting the kitchen door behind her. Amelia raised a questioning eyebrow at Delbert, waiting for a response. Instead, he handed her an envelope. Staring at the cream coloured envelope, she took it without a word. On the front it bore the blue and gold crest of the Royal Navy. The envelope was addressed to Delbert. Slowly pulling the letter out, she unfolded it and began to read:

Doctor D. Doppler,

Due to you're rather successful attempts at being the astronomer on several occasions, you have been selected as Head Astronomer for the up coming voyage. Briefings will be taking place exactly a week from this Friday. Please report to the Royal Navy meeting room at 7:00 am sharp.

Sincerely,

Ad. Lincon

Admiral Lincon

Amelia stared at the letter and re-read it several times. Of course Delbert had been on voyages before but she had always been the Captain. Never had he gone on one whilst she stayed behind. Slipping the letter neatly back inside the envelope, she looked up at him.

"When did you receive this?"

"Two days ago. I had been planning on telling you but of course, certain..ahh..issues got in the way."

Amelia nodded. "Do you have any idea what the voyage is for?"

"Umm..yes. I do." He said, feeling rather uncomfortable. Amelia was not going to like the answer.

"Well…?" She prompted impatiently

"They want me to accompany a fleet that are heading down to the Taurus Nebula to check on some reported pirate activity."

Amelia stared. "They're sending you down to look for pirates?"

"…Yes…"

A/N- Hey, hey, hey, I realize I haven't updated for a while but I have been soooo busy with school. They drown us with homework. Well, enough with feeling sorry for myself but here's chappie two. I know this story is a bit fast paced, what with Amelia's mother passing away and then Delbert being sent on a voyage the next day but I think im going to change the story. Each chapter is going to be a one shot that is semi- related to the last chappie but takes place afterwards. Well, please review, reviews make me know that people enjoy the story and want me to carry on! No reviews= no more chapters. So Review! Ta for now ;)