A Burnett Anniversary

Disclaimer: Disney's not mine. The song 'That Old Black Magic' doesn't belong to me either. Kristi, Teles, The Silver Lining and the story are mine, however.

A/N: Thanks to all my readers who follow this story. We're almost at the end! I'm probably only going to do one more chapter after this. It depends on how things go.

Summary: What is Puck doing?

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As the Siren handed him a second microphone, Puck tried to squelch an annoying twinge of stage fright.

This is ridiculous. There's a reason you haven't done this in over 2000 years. What are you thinking? Suppose you forget?

Seriously hoping that none of his internal panic was showing on his face, he turned to signal the band.

As the first notes came from the piano, his breathing steadied, and his trademark smirk slowly slipped back into place.

He scanned the crowd until he caught sight of Kristi, emerald eyes shimmering in the dimness, and he felt his heart flutter in his chest.

"This one's for you, babe. You've got me all wrapped up in your love."

Kristi was blushing, he could tell by the way she averted her eyes and a little smile tugged at the corner of her lips.

Turning to Teles, he nodded.

The raven haired Siren smiled and started the song, a low, haunting voice that made something inside him ache.

That old black magic's got me in its spell,
That old black magic that you weave so well

Those icy fingers up and down my spine

The same old witchcraft when your eyes meet mine,

Swaying his fingers in time to the slow beat, Puck never broke eye contact with Kristi. Not only because she was extremely tempting leaning forward like that, but because he had to remain focused.

Standing next to a singing Siren was generally not a comfortable experience. The last time he'd done it, he'd barely managed to get away before he became a sobbing mess.

Mortals thought they had it rough, but the Children themselves were not totally immune. Fortunately, Teles was mostly supressing her abilities. All he had to do was focus on the woman he loved, and he would be just fine.

In his peripheral vision, he saw Owen lean in closer to Kristi, tracing lazy circles up and down her arm. Eyes locked on to Kristi, he couldn't miss the way her pupils were dilating.

Puck's smirk grew.

Owen, you sneaky bastard. Just couldn't wait to get your hands on her, could you?

He didn't have to be looking directly at the majordomo to tell that he was indulging in a sly smirk of his own.

Fortunately, his internal musings didn't prevent him from knowing exactly when it was his time to chime in.

Showtime.

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Kristi hadn't known what to expect when Owen and Puck had led her down here.

She'd been blown away when she'd learned of the surprise.

Then when Puck had gotten up and joined Teles on the stage, she'd been intrigued. A little worried, but still intrigued.

She'd blushed when he'd said his short piece, and had been entranced with the way he was holding her gaze when Teles started singing.

She'd just begun to relax and enjoy the haunting, lilting voice of the raven haired beauty when Puck had once again taken her completely by surprise.

I should stay away but what can I do
I hear your name, and I'm aflame

Aflame with such a burning desire

That only your kiss can put out the fire,

Puck's voice… she could hear the need in his voice, the love… and Oberon's sake, did he have to caress the microphone like that while still looking into her eyes?

Whereas Teles's voice was hauntingly calm and beautiful, Puck's voice did something unexpected to her. The words caressed her, and filled her with warmth.

She had to work just to keep her breathing steady.

There was just so much… desire… in his voice. It electrified her.

Owen's whisper at her ear made her jump a little.

"Just relax, honey… we'll take care of you."

"I know," she whispered back, leaning into him contentedly, willing him not to stop tracing those delicious circles that were making her shiver.

Kristi could feel herself start to get a bit light headed and she could tell that her eyes were starting to glow.

She didn't care. She hadn't felt this relaxed in months.

When Owen started to softly kiss her neck at the same time Teles and Puck started harmonising, she couldn't help the slight moan that escaped her lips.

Everyone else seemed to disappear and it was just her, her boys, and the music.

Nothing else mattered.

Got me spinning and spinning
And spinning around like an elevator's going down

In this magic

Black magic called love

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Owen was happy. He'd felt the tension drain from Kristi's body during the song.

If nothing else, he and Puck had wanted this evening to be a relaxing one for her. Apparently, it had worked.

"Kristi," he murmured in her ear.

"Hmm?"

"You okay?"

He felt her move in his arms, turning to look up at him with a smile.

"I am now."

Dimly, he was aware of the applause all around them, but it was only when he heard Puck approaching that he tore his gaze away from hers.

Reaching straight for the Smirnoff, the elf in disguise downed half the bottle.

"Well, that was fun."

Kristi smiled at him warmly.

"Holding out on us, trickster?"

Puck snorted.

"Hardly. Oberon's court has far better singers. I was glad when they decided to replace me with someone else."

In the background, they could hear Teles starting another song.

"So, how about that dance you promised me?"

Kristi's sweet, genuine voice made both of them smile.

"No problem, babe." The seeming teenager held out his hand, and Kristi turned and gave Owen a peck on the cheek.

"Be right back, trickster."

Owen nodded and watched as Puck pulled a laughing Kristi to the dance floor.

Some would say he had no feeling, but… as he watched his creator and his wife dance to the slow melody of Moonlight Becomes You, he most definitely felt deep things for these two important people in his life.

He would die for them.

They'd been through so, so much this past year alone, that they learned to love more, and be grateful for more. They'd grown together as family.

A small smile played about Owen's lips.

They were meant to be together.

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As she sang, Teles kept an eye on the Leader and her companions.

She knew that Kristi had enjoyed herself, and even though she felt a sense of relief, she still was a bit tense.

Her last set was coming to an end, and she could see that the Leader was waiting for her.

Think positive.

She was still not used to serving a Leader whose eyes looked at her with such kindness.

As she finished the song and made her way off the stage, she really felt like stopping by the bar for some water, but she didn't wish to be disrespectful.

Kristi may not have been as demanding as Lady Milena, but diminutive woman was still the Leader of the remaining Unseelie Court.

Walking over to their table, she gave a curtsey.

"Milady, milords. I hope you found this evening's entertainment pleasing."

"Of course we did, Teles. I love your music. I had no idea that they'd gone to all this trouble just so you could sing for me. Thank you."

The genuine gratitude in the woman's voice was enough to surprise the Siren into raising her eyes.

"I… I'm glad you liked it, my Lady." She murmered shyly.

Daring a glance at Puck, she added "And I had no idea that you could sing so well, milord."

Clearly, he must have gotten that from his mother's side of the family. Loki was practically tone deaf.

Shrugging away the thoughts, she caught Puck's usual smirk.

"I'm full of surprises."

Kristi rolled her eyes, but soon smiled at Teles again. "I hope to hear from you again soon, Teles. Come visit us from time to time. I know you're not a member of the Honour Guard, but…feel free to visit."

Unexpectedly, tears sprang to the raven haired woman's eyes.

"Thank you, My Lady."

Kristi's smile was warm and she felt immediately better. Maybe she would take her Leader up on that offer some day.

"Kristi," Owen's soft voice interrupted. "It is getting late."

"Aww, come on dad… it's barely past midnight." Puck drawled, earning him a giggle from Kristi and a glare from Owen.

"He's right, trickster. You two go ahead, I'l be right behind you."

When the two of them had retreated a safe distance away Kristi sighed, and Teles immediately felt her stomach knot back up.

"Look, I know that you and Milena didn't exactly get along, but… I'm not her. You don't have to be so afraid of me."

Teles swallowed, and lowered her sea green eyes.

"I'm not, it's just… new."

Nodding, Kristi gave a small smile.

"I understand, but… you're still welcome."

Watching the Leader leave, Teles smiled. She wasn't comfortable yet, but, given time, she just might be.

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Okay, here we are… almost at the end of our little adventure. There's just one last chapter to go… I'm kind of sad, this was one of my favourite stories to write.

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