It had been a whole month since Kaldur left. That had been what Wally had been thinking as he laid in his bed, staring up at his ceiling. He knew he couldn't blame Kaldur. It wasn't his fault Aquaman had made that decision.
Wally rolled onto his side. Aquaman had an entire kingdom under his command so why did he need Kaldur. The King of Atlantis had informed the team that his new born son had been attacked by his old enemy Ocean Master.
Anyone could understand his fear for his son's life. The thing Wally couldn't understand was why the king decided to make Kaldur the kid's personal bodyguard until they captured the villain. He could have made any of his subjects the prince's personal babysitter.
The Team needed Kaldur, he needed him. Phones didn't exactly work underwater, especially at those pressures and Kaldur wasn't allowed to leave the baby's side not even for a quick visit. As a result, his best friend, Robin had been put in charge of the Team.
Robin was a decent leader, but Kaldur was better. It was so annoying not having Kaldur around. No, it hurt having his boyfriend basically gone. They had made up only to be pulled apart. Why did villains and adults always have to ruin everything?
-AL-
Kaldur stood in the royal nursery of the palace. He rested his hands behind his back as he watched the sleeping infant. It was a boring task even if he knew it was his duty. Day after day it was the same thing.
He knew it was a great honor to protect the heir to Atlantis. He was aware of the importance of keeping him safe even if it cost his life. It would be his honor to do so. But the fact that nothing happened for two months or that he never got to see any one of his friends from the surface world or Atlantis was simply driving him…
"Kaldur."
The black Atlantean spun around to see his queen swim toward him. She stood before him. Kaldur lifted his fist to his forehead. "Greetings, Queen Mera."
"At ease, Kaldur. How are you fairing?"
"Just fine, your highness." Kaldur rested his arm behind his back again.
Mera laid her hand on his shoulder. "I mean how are you feeling? You must be going mad having to watch Artur every moment of the day."
"No, I-" Kaldur cut himself off when he saw the stern look on Queen Mera's face. He shifted his gaze over to his right. "It is my duty. It is what the king asks of me."
"Do you miss the surface world, Kaldur? As I understand it you found yourself a mate up there."
"Yes."
"Please tell me about him."
Kaldur focused his eyes on his queen. "His name is Wally; he is also known as the superhero Kid Flash. He can be very energetic. He has a way of getting under people's skin yet he also finds a way to make everyone laugh. He is very good at science, kind, a bit overbearing, sensitive, but strong and is very handsome with those freckles on his cheeks."
"It seems you really care for this Wally?"
Kaldur lightly nodded. "Wally is special, I look forward to the day I can see him again."
-M-
"Arthur, how long do you plan to keep Kaldur'ahm down here?" Queen Mera removed her earrings and placed them down on her vanity. She looked back at her husband who was already in bed.
"What are you talking about?" King Orin questioned.
Queen Mera swam over to their bed. "It has been three months and he hasn't been able to leave our son's side once. You already captured Ocean Master so why are you still having Kaldur'ahm protect Artur?"
"It is because I caught Ocean Master that I need Kaldur'ahm to keep protecting our son," the king answered. The king rested his hand over his head in his despair. "To think my own brother would betray me in such a manner. Mera, I have no idea who I can trust. I need to ensure our son's protection."
Mera wrapped her arms around her husband. She pressed her cheek against his. "Arthur, I understand."
-KF-
Four months without a word from Kaldur. All of the Team had asked Aquaman about their friend, but all he would tell them was that Aqualad was busy protecting his son despite the fact that Ocean Master had been arrested months ago. The teens feared they would never see their friend again.
At last it had reached Wally's birthday. The speedster however had been in no mood to celebrate. Still his Aunt Iris whipped up a large birthday breakfast for him. She even wished him a happy birthday over the TV.
Wally went to the cave for a birthday party that his friends threw for him. He did his best to fix his mood, having fun with the rest of his team. He stuffed his mouth with cake. He opened his presents, played games and messed around with his teammates.
Unfortunately the party ended when the Team got an emergency call. Wally was needed to get a heart to a hospital for a transplant while the rest of the team had to fight against some villains that threatened the country. The mission easily became complicated when villains got involved in trying to stop him from saving the foreign princess.
Kid Flash managed to pull it off regardless and save the princess just in time. When Wally had made it back to the cave he discovered a letter and a present for him. He opened up the letter and began to read it.
Dear Wally,
I am truly sorry I was unable to arrive to your party before you were deployed. I had Garth, a dear friend of mine take over my babysitt guard duties for the day so I would be able to see you.
I believe now this may be a sign. I have no idea when I may be able to leave Atlantis again. I wish not to cause you any further grief therefore it may be best if we end our relationship. I am sure you will find someone who can be there for you as I could not. I must now return to Atlantis, please tell everyone I say hello.
The paper crumbled in Wally's hands. Tears fell on the letter that mixed with the ones that were already there. Kaldur was gone forever. He would never see him again. Why? There was no more threat to Atlantis. So why was Aquaman doing this to them?
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