Hi everyone, sorry for the wait! A lot happened these past few weeks... Couldn't use any Internet at all... Also, I would like to thank Cookie M 2012. He/she helped me with this chapter. Go check out the stories on their profile! And without further ado, here is the next chapter.

1 month ago

Ever since the events of Gongmen City, Po and Tigress had been growing closer every day. About 4 months prior to this day, Po and Tigress had started dating. Tigress had pushed past her fear of emotionally attaching herself to someone, and it brought her the greatest joy in her life. They were practically together 24/7. They did everything together, from eating to sparring to going on missions. Most nights Tigress had even slept in Po's bed. In fact, Tigress had been getting morning sickness for the past few days. (Gee, wonder what that could be? (: ) However, there was one small problem. Since they lived with the other members of the Jade Palace, they often had to sneak around. They were afraid of all of the jokes that would be cracked at their expense. More importantly, they were afraid of what would happen if Master Shifu discovered their secret. Due to these factors, their time together often got interrupted by the oblivious members of the Jade Palace. That was the reason why they weren't fighting against the shocking announcement that Master Shifu was making.

"Students, I know it has been a long time since you have even had a day off, so I'm giving you a special treat. I have given you three months off to go visit your families. This does include travel time. Despite this, I do expect you to complete your basic training. In addition, I will be visiting someone as well. We will be heading out later today. Now listen up, Po and Tigress. Since your family is in the Valley of Peace, you will be expected to take care of the Jade Palace in our absence. Do you think you can handle that responsibility?"

"Yes we can, Master Shifu," the couple chorused.

Shifu raised an eyebrow over the fact that Po did not protest, but nonetheless was grateful. "Very well, then. Students, you may go pack for your travels. We will meet back in this courtyard at a quarter till noon." With this, everyone except for Po and Tigress rushed off to their rooms, ready for a nice, long break.

In courtyard at noon

"All right student, you will be departing in few minutes. Do not worry; I have arranged travel provisions for all of you. You two," he continued as he looked at Po and Tigress, "have a great responsibility. I am very proud of you both." With this, he stopped to smile at the pair. He then quickly resumed his talk. "All right students, we shall be leaving. Let us go now." And with that, the masters walked out of the Jade Palace for the last time for three months.

I have also decided not to make this chapter the last. I will keep you posted on that as I go along. Thank you for reading, and remember...

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