It was a beautiful day. On days like this, Marth liked to appreciate the beauty of his homeland by staring out from his balcony. It also served as a reminder of just what he was working for. Though, that may have not been entirely fair anymore as it was more than just his homeland he was responsible for now. Still, he had vowed to do his best for all the lands entrusted to him.

However, his attention was soon grabbed by the distant sound of wings. Large wings. Marth smiled as he saw a pegasus approach his balcony, but it was not the pegasus he was happy to see.

"Lost in thought again?" His wife and queen, Caeda, jabbed with a grin as she leapt onto the balcony and sent the pegasus on its way.

"You could have used the door you know," Despite his words, he loved her little antics which just served to make him adore her all the more.

"Yeah, but where's the fun in that?" She grinned, "And you didn't answer my question."

"I was just thinking about the beauty of the land."

"That is so like you," She stood next to him and leaned her head against his arm enjoying the sunset with him, "You're sweet, you know that?"

"Heh," Marth chuckled, "So you keep telling me. Though no one could compare to you."

"Mmm, do you ever just wonder at what lies in store for us? Our life together? A family perhaps?"

"Are you trying to tell me something?" Marth raised his brow at his wife only to have her laugh in return.

"Not this time, I'm afraid, but I do like to imagine. What will our children be like?"

"I hope they're half as kind as you," He whispered into her hair.

"Or half as brave as you," Caeda responded in kind.

After that, they simply stood enjoying each other's company as much as the sunset for several minutes with them both losing track of time. Marth particularly loved these moments. He had known about his feelings for Caeda for quite some time, but there had been some doubt as to whether they would actually be allowed to be together. Fortunately, those thoughts and worries were now a thing of the past.

*Beep* *Beep* *Beep*

Marth and Caeda broke apart and exchanged a knowing and slightly troubled glance. Marth moved first and entered the royal chambers and made his way to the ornate mantle. He carefully unscrewed the circular center piece and pulled out a beeping and flashing device. Opening it, his face went pale at what he saw.

"What?" Caeda asked in concern.

"I'm afraid I have to go," He kissed Caeda before heading to the closet where he kept his battle garb.

"What's going on?" Caeda demanded as he grabbed Falchion. That device had never scared him like this.

Marth somberly turned to face his wife, "A code black."


Roy dropped his quill on the desk and rubbed the bridge of his nose. He was not a fan of all the paperwork that came with running a nation, but it was part of the job. Especially so as he was now the leader of Lycia as a whole. A burden he took very seriously, but that did not mean he did not find it tiring at times.

Fortunately, he had help.

"The Sacaen delegation is going to be a little late," Lilina read off as she went through the mail.

"Odd, they're usually some of the most punctual," Roy noted with one eye open looking at his wife. Typically, their sense of honor made sure they kept their word. Usually. There were always bad eggs and unforeseen circumstances, but on the whole, they tried.

"Apparently, there was some pretty nasty storms recently."

"Do they need any help?" He asked knowing full and well that they would not take it if offered. They were a proud people too, but he still felt the need to ask for his late mother's sake if nothing else. His lineage had been a factor that helped improve their relations.

"Their message says they'll be fine, but they need to attend to matters at home first," Lilina sat the stack of letters down, "You look stressed."

"It's all this legislation. How did we end up with so much at once?"

"That's just the way it works sometimes," She shrugged.

"Well, at least I have you to help me through it," Roy grinned boyishly at her.

"Heh, that's sweet of you to say, but once this is over, perhaps you should consider a break?"

"Sounds nice," Roy leaned back in his chair, "Have anywhere in mind?"

*Beep* *Beep* *Beep*

Roy immediately sat up and stared at the painting of his parents and then back to Lilina. Digging in one of his drawers, he picked up a key. Standing up, he removed the picture and opened the secret compartment behind it. Pulling out the sole object inside, he opened it to read the message.

"Roy?"

He looked up, "I'm going to be away for a while."

"Why?"

"Code black."

A/N: 34 days.

General rule in my headcanon here is spouses are allowed to know which is why both Caeda and Lilina knew about the communicators.

So, guess I'm doing this. Any preferences for the next series?