To Save The Prince
Co-authored by: Phoenix710&Merigirl
Summary: In this chapter, Blitz makes his apologies to Hunter and Colleen for all the times he treated Hunter so badly, and all the unwanted advances on Colleen. As a token of his sincerity, he brings a special guest, Hunter's mother, Starlight, who has been fully Transdogmafied for this special occasion. She and Hunter then have a nice, happy reunion, and then Starlight meets Colleen, and the two hit it off famously. Hunter and Colleen forgive Blitz, and then they go and make their final preparations for the ceremony.
Disclaimer: Neither Merigirl nor myself claim any rights at all to the characters or locations associated with either Road Rovers, or Samurai Pizza Cats. Road Rovers is TM of Warner Bros., and Samurai Pizza Cats are TM of Saban. All original characters are products of the imagination of Merigirl.
Chapter Ten: Making Amends
Blitz faced Hunter and Colleen, mentally going over the speech he had thought up, so that he could let them both know how much he regretted all the wrongs he had done towards them. He looked at Hunter first, and said, "Hunter, I want you to know that, in spite of all the names I called you, all the times I insulted you, and all the times I challenged your leadership, and fought with you over Colleen's affections, I didn't do it because I hated you, I did it because I was unsure of my place in the world, and thus, couldn't get over the fact that Colleen had chosen you over me. I've realized now that I was wrong, and I want to tell both of you that I'm sorry, and that I'd like nothing more than to make amends. Will you please accept my apology?" Hunter said, "Blitz, that was very mature of you, and I could tell that it was from the heart. You're forgiven." Blitz shook Hunter's hand, and then Colleen said, "Blitz, I'm willing to accept too. It took a lot of guts, and a kind heart, to say what you just did. I'm sorry for teasing you all that time, and for hitting you so many times." Blitz said, "Ja, but I deserved it. I promise…I'll try and find the right girl for myself. You two have my blessings." Colleen hugged Blitz, and then Blitz said, "Hunter, I need to go do something. I'll be back soon." Blitz headed out to the hallway, and said, to a pair of figures waiting in one of the guestrooms, "Alright, they're ready." The door to Hunter and Colleen's room opened, and in walked The Master. Hunter and Colleen's eyes widened, and Colleen said, "Master! What are you doing here?" He smiled, and said, "When Blitz and Exile told me about what happened, I couldn't help but fly out here. After all, I wouldn't miss your special day for anything. You've truly made me proud, and I give you both my blessings. Hunter, Colleen, congratulations. Now, I think someone else wants to see you. Blitz, let her in." The door slid open again, and a lovely young female Golden Retriever walked in, wearing a light blue and silver dress. She was the same height as Colleen, and, even though she'd been Transdogmafied, Hunter recognized her immediately. He said, "Oh…my…MOM!!!" Starlight embraced her son, and looked him over. She said, "Hunter, you look so handsome…I can't believe that my beloved son is getting married! Speaking of which, where is the lucky lady I'll soon be calling my daughter?" Hunter smiled, and said, "Mom, I'd like to introduce you to my fiancée, Colleen. Colleen, this is my mom, Starlight." Colleen walked forward, and pulled Starlight into a hug. When they pulled apart, Starlight said, "My…you're every bit as beautiful as my son told me you were, when we last met. He's such a lucky boy, and I just know you'll be perfect together." Colleen gasped, then said, "Starlight, thank you so much. I can see where Huntie gets his charm…your son's been so wonderful to me, and I couldn't ask for anyone better to be my fiancé. Huntie's sweet, honest, brave, kind, and he treats me as an equal, even though I'm a girl. He's the most incredible dog I've ever met, and he makes me feel like nothing can go wrong if we're together." Starlight smiled, then said, "How long have you known you've loved my son, Colleen?" Colleen blushed, then replied, "Since the first day we met. He's saved my life, and so many others, more times than I can count. He's a great planner, a great leader, and, most of all, a great friend." Colleen talked with Starlight about their adventures, and she gasped at some of the things her son had done. "You mean…my son has been responsible for all that? Preventing two countries from going to war over an ancient scepter, stopping a nuclear war, and even saving you, along with a bunch of others, from being werewolves…you've certainly had some interesting adventures, especially this latest one. I understand it was my boy who came up with the plan to get the Prince of this country out of this…Parvo's…clutches, and return him home?" Colleen said, "Yes, he sure has. I don't know what we'd do without Huntie. You've got a wonderful son, Starlight, and I'm glad to have finally met you." Starlight pulled her close again, and said, "Colleen, from now on, I want you to know that you're part of the family. I'll always think of you as my daughter now. Take care of my son, and congratulations." Hunter and Colleen both hugged Starlight, and then a servant came in. He said, "Sir Hunter, Lady Colleen…it's getting late, and you do have a wedding tomorrow. The Sultan has prepared rooms for all of your friends, and I'm sure you'll find everything to be more than satisfactory. Again, thank you for all you've done for us." Hunter smiled, and said, "Thank you. Goodnight, mom, Master, and everyone else. I'll see you all tomorrow." Hunter and Colleen's big day was tomorrow, and they wouldn't miss it for the word. Hunter was absolutely overjoyed: Tomorrow, he and Colleen would finally be together, and nothing would ever break them apart. Not yet ready to go to sleep, Hunter and Colleen decided to go for a quick walk before going to bed. As they left their room, their stomachs growled, so they headed down to the kitchen for a quick snack. They found some pizza in the refridgerator, so they decided to have some of it. Hunter pushed the 'call' button he'd been given, which was a small red button on a keychain-sized buzzer. Promptly, one of the Sultan's kitchen staff was on hand. He said, "Yes, Sir Hunter, and Lady Colleen, what can I do for you?" Hunter said, "I'd like a couple slices of pepperoni pizza, if there's any in there, and I think Colleen would like some too." She said, "Yeah, I'll have two slices of plain cheese, and could you also get me a glass of ice water?" Hunter said, "Make that two, please." Within minutes, the young man said, "Enjoy your snacks, and if there's anything else, please let me know." As they ate, Hunter said, "Colleen, I swear...I love you more than words can describe. You're such a lovely angel, and I don't know what I'd do if I lost you." Colleen snuggled close to him, and said, "Huntie-Wuntie...I love you so..." They finished their snacks, and were on their way back to their room, when they met three cats. Hunter said, "Whoa...I don't think we've met, who are you?" Speedy replied, "The name's Speedy Cerviche. The one in blue is Guido Anchovy, and the lovely girl in red is my wife, Polly Esther Cerviche. We're the Samurai Pizza Cats." Hunter shook hands with each of the Pizza Cats, as did Colleen. Speedy said, "Who might you be?" Hunter smiled, then said, "I'm Hunter, leader of the Road Rovers, and this is my second-in-command, and soon to be wife, Colleen." The other Rovers came out, wondering what was going on. Hunter introduced each of them to the Pizza Cats, then everyone headed back to bed. When they got into their room, Hunter and Colleen went into the bathroom seperately, showered, brushed their teeth, then put on their pajamas. Once they'd finished freshening up, they pulled one another close, and Hunter said, "Colleen, since we're not married yet, I'll sleep on the sofa, and you can take the bed. Sound good?" Colleen smiled, and said, "Huntie...that's another reason I love you so much...you're the most honorable dog I've ever met." Hunter and Colleen then kissed once more, and Hunter said, "Goodnight, my angel." Colleen smiled, and replied, "Sweet dreams, Huntie." Colleen then pulled back the covers on the bed, and curled up. Hunter grabbed a blanket from the closet, then stretched out on the plush sofa. Within moments, the two were fast asleep, knowing that this would be the last time they would have to sleep without holding one another close. Tomorrow was going to be a VERY busy day in Srenraw. As Hunter slept, all his thoughts were on what would happen tomorrow: He would finally be married to Colleen, the most beautiful dog on earth, and it made him feel warm all over. Colleen, of course, felt the exact same way about Hunter. She had always wanted to share her life with him, and tomorrow, she would finally have her wish.