Hey guys sorry for leaving you in the last chapter. I suppose AlienHeart of darkness already explained you what's going on. If you ask me how he got here let me tell you I don't know, but something tells me I wouldn't be able to make him leave even if I wanted to. (Sigh) I guess we'll have to live with it, but don't worry I won't let him get out of control...I hope at least I can.

You do remember how dialogues work right? Meh just in case

-Normal speech-

"Thoughts"

(Speech in other language)

*Sounds*

ON WITH THE STORY!

Chapter twenty one: A disturbance in the air

Up in the skies in the bamboo forest, miles away from the mountain

The crane master was soaring through the night's sky once again on his way to the village, so he could ask for some guards that could pick up the rounded up bandits. He was making haste as to get there faster and allow his friends to return home sooner "But it's late, I think I'm gonna stop here" he thought while descending "Good thing Viper is not here to make me keep flying" he thought with a small chuckle as he landed neatly on the ground. He didn't know why, but the snake master had been getting a lot into his mind ever since he left the yaks's lair, thinking how quiet it was to fly without her, how he could go at his own speed, how he didn't have to put some extra effort carrying extra weight "It's been boring" the avian thought with a small sigh. Why had it been different to fly without the snake master? In all honesty he didn't know, but he was not going to dwell on it too much, it couldn't be really important right? The feathered master shrugged off the question and took off his hat before lifting one of his legs and getting his face under one of his wings to get ready and let sleep take him.

-Gotcha!- a female's voice shouted and Crane was brought to the ground by vicious tackle/hug from a young snow leopardess -HA! Finally found...you- the girl said, stopping short when she saw who she was hugging -Hey, you are not the dragon warrior- the girl said standing up frowning.

-Uh...no of course not, excuse me who are you?- Crane asked completely weirded out.

-It's none of your business- the feline said.

-MEI! Did you get him?!- another voice said. The snow leopardess face palmed when she heard her name being called and turned around to look at a group of three other snow leopardesses.

-No Ying, I think your nose failed you this time- Mei said walking over to the party.

-But that makes no sense, my nose never fails- Ying said very confused.

-And we caught the scent too- the other two felines stated feeling the same way.

-Does any of you see a cute panda around here? Because I don't, I only see a bird with scrawny legs - the young spotted feline said pointing at the crane master.

-Hey! What's with the name calling?- Crane said clearly offended. The females didn't make any sign of recognition towards the feathered warrior and continued talking amongst themselves, trying to figure out where had they gone wrong in their search for the warrior of black and white. The avian raised an eyebrow when the leopardess known as Ying pointed at him making the other three turn their eyes in his direction.

-You! Have you seen any pandas lately?- Ying asked beginning to walk over to the warrior, followed by the other three girls.

-Uhh...why do you want to know that kind of information?- Crane asked, a little nervous at being approached by the females.

-Just answer the question!- Mei spat looking him dead in the eye.

-Yeah, tell us if you have seen pandas! A cute, jade eyed one more specifically- one of the other felines said. Crane stared a the females with curious eyes. Why were this girls looking for Po?

"some escapees got out of camp after Po left, I don't think I have to tell you why they did"

The avian's eyes widened in small fear after Ming-Ling's words rang inside his mind. If this girls were some of the ladies of the shade that had "escaped" to go after the dragon warrior...that meant they were in heat. "Maybe I should go, who needs to sleep anyways" Crane thought while backing away -Um..look ladies I have no idea as to any panda's location, and I just remembered I have to go somewhere- Crane said putting on his hat to fly away. Before the feathered master could take off Ying rushed at him and tackled him to the ground again, pinning him down so he couldn't leave and took her nose close to the avian's neck and inhaled deeply.

-You smell like him- the feline stated catching the other three's attention.

-Seriously?- Mei asked pushing Ying off the avian to take her place, and sniffing him all over -Then you do know where he is- Mei said smiling.

-Care to tell us where we can find him?- one of the extra girls asked with a sweet tone.

-Girls I understand your hormones make you not think straight right now, but you should really take a moment to think- Crane said trying to calm them down...or at least confuse them so he could get the hell out of there. He knew one feline in heat was dangerous on it's own, but four? He assumed no one would be able to survive that.

-Think?- Mei said in confusion.

-Yeah you know...like thinking in what consequences could listening to your instincts bring- Crane said.

-We would spend a wonderful time with China's most powerful warrior- Ying purred with a stupid look on her face, remembering what she and her party saw back in the camp's medical tent.

-And you don't care how that 'wonderful time' could affect your future?- Crane asked in another attempt to make them snap into reality.

-Meh, who really thinks about their future- Mei said shrugging.

"Well I do, and my future right now is very unknown" the avian thought shivering in nervousness "I have one last shot" he thought before speaking again -And don't you care about your life? Because I'm well aware you know Song, your leader, is going after the same male you're looking for- the avian said hoping that would make them react. The four spotted felines suddenly tensed up after the statement, as if he had really reached them this time much to his relief. But his relief was short lived; for soon Ying got a sly grin on her face that didn't send any good message to the feathered master.

-That panda is absolutely worth it- the spotted feline stated snapping the others out of their trances -I mean, do you remember him? And with that I mean ALL of him- the leopardess purred, making the others fantasize a bit and put on a stupid expression. -Besides if Song hasn't taken him as hers that's her problem, he is an available male and anyone can have him- she stated with her smile getting wider -And between you and me I don't think Song really has what it takes to please that big boy, he's too good for her- Ying said snickering a bit, followed by the others.

-You really think so?- a new female voice growled from behind them.

-But of course Ming, she has al..ways...been weak- the spotted girl said, her eyes widening when she turned around along her comrades to find the tall, gray eyed (at first I didn't think of Ming-Ling as important enough to tell you her eye color and those details, but I decided she is and will be even more later on, so...yeah) snow leopardess, who was glaring at them with anger.

-Hmm, well then I will be happy to tell her once she comes back to camp- Ming-Ling seethed. Quick as lighting, the temporary leader brought forward her umbrella and shot the group of feverish snow leopardesses with her sleeping darts. All the dancers soon fell to the floor without consciousness and the avian master was able to rise to his feet.

-Thanks- Crane muttered while dusting himself off.

-Meh don't mention it, I'm glad I finally caught these four- Ming-Ling said while sheathing her umbrella in a special case she had designed to carry her weapon on her back, and walking over to the group of animals -They were the last ones of the escapees. You think you can help me tie them up?- she asked, producing some rope from who knows where and tossing it to Crane before he even answered. The avian caught the rope with his wing and thought on the feline's request -Just tie them up for crying out loud!- Ming-Ling snapped.

-Ok ok geez- Crane said getting to work. The unconscious females had been rounded up in a few minutes and the feline and bird sat down to rest their tired bodies for a bit -So why are you this far away from the camp? Or have I really flown that much?- Crane asked the spotted female.

-I don't wanna answer questions right now- Ming-Ling groaned -I'm so tired I'll fall asleep right here, ask me in the morning if you want- she added before laying down and curling up in a ball to sleep.

"Oh she was serious" Crane thought a little surprised "Although she isn't the only one, I'm beat" he concluded yawning and stood up, then got into his sleeping position and closed his eyes.

Back in the mountain

The ocelot's magenta eyes snapped open and she sat up straight at blinding speed, her breathing was labored and she was frantically darting her eyes in all directions with fear plastered on her face. After taking a minute to calm down Tlanextly realized everything had been a nightmare, the same nightmare she had been having every night since she was abducted and brought to this stupid mountain "But there is no reason to fear now, they can't harm you" she thought as if trying to convince herself everything was alright, but failing miserably. A shiver ran down her spine when a cold breeze of air entered the room and the feline brought her knees to her chest so she could hug herself and keep her body temperature up. (Stupid climate) she grumbled while rubbing her legs and wrapping her tail around her body shivering again. Cold WAS NOT her thing, but no one would be able to blame her, her home was warm almost all year long. The spotted feline laid back down on her bed still holding herself and shuddering, trying to push the cold aside and conceive sleep once again.

-ZZZ...uhh...dumplings..hehe...yum- Tlanextly's eyes drifted to the bed next to hers, where the dragon warrior's form was resting.

"He is lucky to have all that fur...all that warm, soft, fluffy fur" she thought while staring at the sleeping panda "I wonder if I could..." The feline thought with a sly grin beginning to appear on her features (Wait NO!) the girl shouted, but covered her mouth as soon as she realized what she had done. She held her breath as she saw how the warrior of black and white stirred and groaned a bit on his bed, thinking he was gonna wake up, but the male simply sighed, turned so his back was facing her, and resumed sleeping like a rock. Tlanextly let go of the air she was holding and chuckled quietly after hearing him mumble something else about dumplings "What can he be dreaming about?" She wondered amusedly until another breeze blew through her spotted fur (BRRR...Oh what's the worse that could happen) she concluded and then stood up from her bed and approached the one next to it. The ocelot looked down at the sleeping bear and saw the snake master sleeping soundly against his back, as if his earlier movement hadn't affected her one bit. Tlanextly shook her head at this and walked around the bed to get to the other side and face the panda's front, being able to see his peacefully smiling face "Aww he looks cute" she thought beginning to smile "Wait no, you can't think like that, why would you think something like that?" She scolded herself, but still looking down at the panda "I mean he IS cute, but you can't let your guard down. You've met lots of cute guys before...all jerks who wanted to have the beautiful princess as their new acquisition" she thought with a light growl "But up until now he hasn't acted like a jerk, he's been the complete opposite of that...could he be different than the rest?" The feline shook her head to get the thoughts out. She couldn't allow herself to think like that, she couldn't let some dude she just met to get into her head, she was smarter than that "Just do what you planned on doing" she thought, shivering in reaction to another breeze. Tlanextly sat down on the bed's edge as carefully as she could, then slowly inched closer to the bear's body, instantly feeling his warmth, and laid down next to him with her face looking in the opposite direction his was and leaving a little space between them "Ahh, that's better" she thought and closed her eyes.

-Uhh...Tig..rezzzz...- Po mumbled in his sleep while unconsciously reaching out and wrapping his arms around the ocelot's small frame. The princess's eyes snapped open for the second time that night as she planned on jumping out of the bed to claw Po's eyes out for daring to lay a paw on her, not caring he was sleeping; but the moment the panda pulled her closer to him and she felt how more of his warmth washed over her body when she was pressed against him the urge simply vanished.

"If I didn't need this, you would be so dead jade eyes" thought the feline, not noticing she was snuggling into his fur even more (You're lucky to be comfortable) she muttered and with that she decided to sleep.

Valley of peace, jade palace's student barracks

Tigress's amber eyes opened up and the bengal tiger sat up on her bed with a quiet groan. The feeling of uneasiness had just come back into her body, that little tingling sensation that made her feel something was wrong she had gotten the first night Po was out of the palace and forced her to sleep in the dragon warrior's room "But now I can't do that, the slut is in there" she thought with a growl coming out of her throat. She hated the fact Song was sleeping in Po's room since the very beginning; she had spent a whole hour restraining herself from barging into the room to rip the spotted feline apart before sleep overcame her, it hadn't been easy but she managed. "Luckily for me I am awake now and I can listen to Mrs. Spotted slut serenade again" Tigress thought in angry sarcasm as her ears caught the sound of purring across the hall. The tiger master swung her legs to the side of the bed rubbing her temples to calm down and try to make the annoying feeling go away, but it wouldn't recede -Perhaps some meditation is in order- Tigress muttered and stood up from the bed. The striped feline exited her room as quietly as her experience allowed her to do so and walked down the hall, not bothering to close her door, so she could go to the sacred peach tree of heavenly wisdom. It was her best option since it was the most peaceful place next to the pool of sacred tears.

*Crash!*

The female tiger gave a yelp of surprise when her leg went through the wooden floor after she planted her foot, but she quickly got out of the hole and waited for the others to come out of their rooms startled by the sudden noise. After waiting for a minute without somebody joining her the master of tiger style sighed in relief at not having awakened her comrades and the snow leopardess, although she also thought it was unacceptable Monkey and Mantis didn't wake up with that kind of noise, if it was an attack they would be screwed. She dismissed the idea and looked down at the hole on the floor with confusion plastered on her face, wondering how could this have happened "It can't be my weight. Sure as a tiger I'm not as light as Song or the others, but as a master I'm forced to be in shape...I'm not fattening am I?" She wondered almost worriedly. After the thought ended, the tiger master got to three conclusions.

1.- Fattening? That couldn't be possible with her training. Letting herself show a little more of her soft side hadn't stopped her hardcore routine; she still trained more and harder than the rest of the five and Po combined. Actually ever since she accepted her emotions she started training even earlier than before so she could allow herself a little free time to spend with the panda from time to time, obviously keeping it a secret so no one told her to stop.

2.- Maybe she had let too much softness get into her head lately. Since when did she worry about her weight like that? She had to be careful before she turned into a second Viper...nah that would never happen, the day that happened she would ask Song to teach her how to dance.

3.- Although the floor HAD ceded to her weight, it hadn't been her fault because now she realized the hole was in the exact same place where Po had gone through the floor in his first night at the palace three years ago.

"I have to tell Shifu to do something with whoever rebuilds the palace when it gets damaged or we'll end up living in a death trap" Tigress thought frustratedly. A sigh of resignation left her maw as she continued walking down the hall, not noticing a pair of violet irises watching her make her exit. When the tiger master was gone Song emerged from the shadows with an angry snarl on her face.

"Give them time my ass" Song thought, getting down on all fours and going after the striped feline quickly but stealthily. "Ugh! I can't believe I allowed myself to trust her! Of course she would go after Po! Well she is not leaving without me!" Song thought while running. The snow leopardess stopped for just a second when they got outside so she could scan the surroundings and spot her rival, which didn't take that long since Tigress wasn't running, just walking calmly with her gaze looking up at the stars in deep thought. Song raised an eyebrow at this in big confusion. If the master of tiger style was escaping to go after her beloved Po then why wasn't she hurrying up? Was she so confident in her escape plan that she even wanted to take her time? "No, with all that noise she caused in the dormitories she should be running like a bat out of hell. I don't think she would risk it even knowing Monkey and Mantis sleep like rocks, and I seriously doubt she forgot I was sleeping in Po's room, she is too smart for that" Song thought, feeling a little sick at admitting that about the striped feline. She continued following Tigress all the way to the peach tree and got on top of a branch above the other feline to keep an eye on her. Five minutes passed by in which Song stayed there watching the other feline sitting in the lotus position meditating "It seems she isn't going anywhere, perhaps I could go back sleeping" she thought, but shook the idea quick enough; maybe that's what the striped witch wanted her to do, to think she wasn't up to anything and go after Po when she left, Tigress probably already knew she was spying her...

-I'm not going anywhere spots, go back into the barracks before I personally kick you over there- growled the tiger master, not opening her eyes. The snow leopardess huffed in annoyance at the fact she had indeed been discovered and jumped down the tree, seeing there was no point in hiding now, and landed next to the striped feline with her natural cat grace.

-So you can run off to get with Po as soon as I'm gone? Not a chance stripes- Song said crossing her arms and rolling her eyes.

-Since you seem to be deaf or stupid I'll say it again, slower this time so you understand. I'm. Not. Going. Anywhere, so be a good spotted slut and let me have my meditation in peace; your scent is contaminating my breathing air- Tigress stated really pissed off.

-Yeah like I'm going to trust you or take your orders- Song muttered. Tigress had to suck in the urge of lunging at the snow leopardess after she heard her rejecting her command, even more so when Song decided to take a seat beside her.

-What do you think you're doing?- Tigress asked in annoyance.

-I'm not going back inside until you do, I better get comfortable- Song replied laying down with her arms behind her head. Tigress took a deep breath to try and calm herself down and focused on clearing her mind. Having Song's presence combined with the disturbing uneasiness she felt...a lot of meditation was needed now more than ever. When the tiger master didn't reply Song assumed she had won the small argument and gazed up at the starry night, a big satisfied grin plastered on her face as she stared at the different celestial constellations. "They are beautiful, they sparkle just like Po's eyes" Song thought with a sad smile. She missed having Po with her, to get to see his smile in the mornings, his gentle jade eyes looking at her, to hear his voice and smell his fresh scent "I don't know what I'll do first when he gets back, punch him for leaving without telling me and putting me through all this worry or throw myself at him and hug him as tightly as I can" She thought, sighing quite sadly.

-If you are gonna worry about my panda spots then do it in silence- Tigress said tiredly. The snow leopardess was taken aback when she heard the tiger master say that, and couldn't help but ask...

-How did you know I was thinking about him?-

-That's all you're able to think about- Tigress answered.

-Well I love him and I want him back with me!- Song snapped, making Tigress sigh in resignation and open her eyes at knowing that meditating would probably be impossible if Song was there. -It kills me to think he may be in trouble and I'm forced to stay here- she muttered tiredly.

-I'm worried too, but I don't go bug people with it- the tiger master muttered to herself.

-What if he never comes back? What if Viper and Crane didn't reach him in time or they weren't of much help and the bandits...- Song stopped her statement being afraid to even say it.

-Don't you think you are being paranoid spots?- Tigress asked, not really caring, but thinking that maybe if she got her to calm down she would be able to meditate and then go back to bed. -Po is the dragon warrior and Viper and Crane two members of the furious five, some extra furred bulls shouldn't be a problem- Tigress said, trying to give Song some confidence.

-I don't care who or what they are! They're not invincible! You said it yourself, yaks are not animals to mess around with- Song said almost sounding desperate, beginning to lose her head.

-Spots- Tigress called out while pinching the bridge of her nose, very annoyed at hearing the snow leopardess freak out -Spots!- she tried again with a sterner voice, but the spotted feline still didn't listen to her and kept rambling -SONG! Pull yourself together and shut up!- Tigress yelled and slapped the other feline across the face without even looking at her -Look I'm worried too alright, that's the only reason I was trying to meditate in the first place, so I don't need you to tell me all your worries too!- Tigress finally snapped. After taking a few seconds to breathe and calm down, the striped feline felt a little better at having let some frustration out in her outburst. "I could almost thank spots, although she was the one who didn't let me meditate...why hasn't she snapped back?" Tigress wondered and looked to her side, where she found an unconscious leopardess laying on the floor. The master of tiger style couldn't help but grin and snicker just a little at the sight, NOW she really was much more relaxed "And now I can take her to her own room and sleep in Po's" she thought happily, her grin getting slyer. The tiger master picked the spotted feline's body off the floor and slung it over her shoulder not so gently, causing a groan from the other female, and calmly walked down the peach tree hill. After getting into the barracks and leaving Song in her assigned room, Tigress made her way over to the students's dormitories and entered the dragon warrior's room, taking his covers from her own room first, and laid down on the wide bed with a sigh of content as she inhaled the panda's scent from the covers and the room's atmosphere. True, there was some of Song's scent in there too, but it was easily overpowered by the warrior of black and white's "And now I don't have to worry for that stupid and annoying feeling" Tigress thought while slowly being taken to dreamland "Although I do wonder why did it come back all of the sudden...I hope it's just paranoia" she concluded, not wanting to think about it any more, at the same time her eyelids closed.

Bamboo forest, next morning

Crane's eyes opened up and a big yawn came out of his beak as he got out of his sleeping position and stretched. -Good you're awake, now you can help me move them- he heard a voice close to him. The avian turned his head towards the voice and found Ming-Ling standing next to the pile of unconscious snow leopardesses with her arms crossed and tapping her foot repeatedly.

-Uh...good morning?- Crane said unsurely, placing his straw hat back on his head. The spotted feline gave a small nod to acknowledge his greeting.

-Well chop chop, we don't have all day and the camp is not exactly close- she said while picking up Mei's body with a little grunt -Hurry up and pick up the others, they're not as light as one would think- she added. Crane watched as the female slowly walked away into the forest with her young comrade over her shoulders and looked over to the other three bodies.

"I have to get those guards for Po and Viper fast" Crane thought, pondering on what to do "Oh but she helped me last night, it's the least I can do"

-Master Crane could you please pick up the pace...or flight?...Agh! Whatever it is, but bring those three over here!- Ming-Ling yelled from the forest making the avian sigh before approaching the unconscious feline group. He took a hold of the two unnamed leopardesses, one with each talon, and took flight to follow Ming-Ling to...wherever she was going.

"I wonder what does she plan to do with the fourth one, she didn't expect me to carry all three of them right?" Crane thought chuckling.

-Down here!- Ming-Ling called out and the feathered master looked at the ground where he saw the snow leopardess waving at him next to a cart where Mei's body was resting. The master landed and the temporary leader told him to leave the two females on the cart -I'll go pick up Ying, you may leave if you want- the feline said as she walked away into the forest. Crane watched her leave, simply standing there for a moment contemplating if he should leave her alone to carry the other four felines or be a gentleman/kind warrior and help her with the task.

"You have to go get the guards" Crane thought shaking his head, extending his wings to take flight "Hmm...the ladies of the shade's camp is not too far from the village" he thought while looking in the direction the feline had gone off -Guess helping can't hurt- Crane muttered, sighing and folding his wings back, and then followed the path Ming-Ling had taken.

The yaks's lair

Viper's mind came out of dreamland slowly but surely and her eyes opened up lazily as a yawn came out of her mouth. She turned her gaze to the bed next to her and found it empty "Hmm Tlanextly is gone" Viper thought, closing her eyes to sleep another five minutes. Though they snapped wide open a second later and she sprung out of bed fully awake. The snake master looked in all directions with a slight sense of panic, trying to locate the exotic feline. "I guess she really wanted to get started with her new life" Viper thought and sighed worriedly. She had actually believed Tlanextly had changed her mind about them and she would allow Po and her to help, at least let them accompany her to the nearest village. -Oh well- she muttered wishing the feline good luck. The snake slithered over to Po's bed, a few more sleep time wouldn't hurt and they were stuck in this cave until the guards got there. After getting on the bed Viper leaned against the dragon warrior's back again and pressed her body against his fur to get warm "I must say I'm a little jealous of Tigress, if she wins this thing she will get one heck of a pillow" Viper thought with a chuckle at imagining how her sister would most probably purr quite loudly if Po and her ever got the chance to sleep together.

*purr*

"Nah it would be louder than that" Viper thought while hearing the soft purrs nearby -Wait a second- she muttered focusing on her hearing.

*purrrr*

Viper's eyes went wide as saucers when she realized the purring was not coming from her imagination and she quickly got out of the bed's comfort for a second time to find the source of the sound, which didn't take her too long, but it surprised her to no end. The snake master couldn't do more than stare in shock at the sight of her panda brother holding the exotic female against his body in a protective embrace, which she seemed to be enjoying according to the light purrs coming out of her and the small smile going across her face as she rested her head on the panda's chest. After getting out of her trance the snake master thought she should separate them or even better wake the panda up and get some answers about the situation; she felt a little mad at Po but she knew there had to be a reasonable explanation for this, so she kept her cool as much as she could -Po wake up now- Viper lightly hissed as she poked the panda's arm.

-Nnghh...five more minutes- Po said in his sleep.

-No Po, you have to wake up now!- the snake ordered.

(I don't care what my father said, I'm not going to the stupid ball game) Tlanextly muttered turning around and hiding her face in Po's chest's black snake huffed because of this and thought in some other way to wake them, or at least him, up. She tried talking them out of sleep for a few more minutes, but it didn't work. Then she removed Po's grip on the ocelot and tried to make him fall out of bed, but that didn't work because as soon as she began to separate him the feline hugged his arm, pulled herself against him and snuggled into his fur once again.

"He would have crushed me if I pulled him out of bed anyways" Viper thought shaking her head. She thought on pouring the bowl of water she had brought yesterday on them, but she didn't want to wake up the feline so abruptly -Where is a bowl of dumplings when you need it- Viper said under her breath. The statement produced an idea in the reptile's head and a sly grin crept across her face. She climbed onto the bed and got as close as she could to the dragon warrior's ear to whisper -Hey Po you want some dumplings?-

-Dum..plings- the panda said with a small smile forming on his lips. The snake master smiled too when she saw he got his attention and finished her wake up call.

-Well too bad 'cause Mantis ate them all and all there is left for you is tofu- The panda immediately woke up and by the look on his face Viper knew he was going to shout something and jump out of bed, so she wrapped part of her upper body around his maw to keep him quiet and part of her lower body around the bed to hold him still for a moment. -Po calm down, calm down- she whispered into his ear. Po tried to say something, but couldn't. The reptile unwrapped her body from the bed and made a shushing gesture with her tail, making Po raise an eyebrow in confusion, and then pointed at the sleeping princess. The panda looked to where she was pointing at and knew his eyes must have grown to the size of dinner plates as his face burned furiously at the sight of the feline hugging his arm.

-What's going on?- Po asked quietly as soon as Viper let go of his maw.

-I was about to ask you the same question, why were you two cuddling? I told you to let yourself go, but I didn't mean to do something like this!- Viper snapped lightly.

-I didn't! Why would I try a stunt like this?! Even if I wanted to try it I would stop myself because she would probably claw my eyes out- Po said, trying to free his arm as carefully as he could.

-Well you seemed very comfortable when you were hugging her, and she doesn't seem to have any intention of attacking- Viper said while seeing the spotted feline groan at Po's movement and cling to his arm more tightly.

-Hugging her? What are you talking about?- Po asked confusedly, but soon something in his head clicked -Oh man...I was probably dreaming when I did that- Po groaned out.

-Dreaming?- Viper repeated in confusion.

-Yeah, I dreamt Ti...-

(Would you both shut up, I'm trying to sleep here) Tlanextly said not fully awake and not opening her eyes. Neither of the masters knew what the hell had she said because she said it in a language that was foreign to them, but Viper could only think that since the feline was already half awake it wouldn't hurt to bring her out of dreamland.

-What are you doing?!- Po asked in panic as the snake master placer her tail on the feline's shoulder, fearing Tlanextly's reaction to the position they were in. The snake master sensed Po's fear and chuckled a bit before gently shaking the ocelot.

-Hey Tlanextly, wake up it's already morning- she said while shaking her.

(Leave me alone Viper) the princess groaned tiredly and snuggled Po's arm without opening her eyes "Wait...what am I snuggling?" The spotted feline thought and opened one of her eyes slightly to take a peek at her surroundings. The moment she saw what she was doing, the female let go of the panda's arm and quickly stood up from the bed with crimson colored cheeks (Uh..uhh...good..good morning) she said waving at them awkwardly with a shy smile on her features.

-What?- Po asked quite confused since he hadn't understood her, he believed it was a greeting because of the waving, but he couldn't be sure. Tlanextly was just as confused as he was, why hadn't she understood him?

"It worked fine last night" she thought while scratching her head. When she did this though, she realized what the problem was and face palmed at her lack of attention. The ocelot raised her finger as a signal for the masters to not speak, which confused both of them, and then walked over to the bed next to the dragon warrior's, more specifically the objects laying on the floor next to it. She put on her crown and necklace, and then turned around to face the masters -Do you understand now?- she asked unsurely.

-Um...yeah- Po answered, confused as to why did she ask that.

-Oh...good- Tlanextly replied awkwardly, still quite embarrassed for earlier events -So...listen, I'm sorry if I made you uncomfortable with my...actions I just...well I had a nightmare and it was so freaking cold, I couldn't go back to sleep, and Viper told me she used you to remain warm, s..so I gave it a try and I guess you are quite...comfortable...and...and...- She explained nervously, blushing even more with each word she spoke.

-Look, it's ok you don't have to apologize- Po said cutting her off with a nervous chuckle -I admit it was surprising...ok completely shocking to wake up like that, but it's no problem really, you don't have to make a big deal out of it- he continued while rubbing the back of his neck. The spotted feline stared at him very surprised for the quality of what she supposed was an act because even if she accepted that he probably wouldn't harm her she couldn't help but feel wary around him in case he got any ideas with her...and she honestly couldn't believe he was so...embarrassed...of the situation; any male would be delighted to have a female in his bed, especially one such as her -Okay, I'll go look for some food so we can have breakfast- Po said and walked out of the room at a quick pace to get away from the awkwardness. Both females stayed in silence for a moment, neither of them having something to say...that is until Viper cleared her throat.

-So you had a rough night?- she said trying to start a conversation with the feline, but she only received a small nod -Want to talk about it?- Viper tried again with a caring smile.

-No thanks, I don't talk about stuff like that with people I just met- said the ocelot.

-You don't like trusting people do you?- the snake asked in a disappointed tone.

-Trust is something that must be earned and my instinct tells me to be wary around people in a new place- Tlanextly explained making the snake frown a bit -But don't worry that much, you saved me from this brutes, that gives you a very good start- she added smirking. The snake master's expression lightened up after that statement, but it didn't last long because Tlanextly then said -Do tell Jade eyes to cut the act though, no way I'm going to fall for it-

-What do you mean?- Viper asked very confused.

-Oh don't act like you don't know what I'm talking about- Tlanextly said slightly angered -Tell him to stop acting as if he's innocent, I mean how stupid does he think I am?- she growled out, confusing the snake even more.

-I don't think I'm following- said the confused reptile.

-How many mates does he have anyways? I could detect more than four different scents on his fur and most of them were recent- the ocelot explained. The snake master's eyes went wide with surprise and disbelief at what the female said about Po, she was basically saying her panda brother was some sort perverted jerk or something like that.

-Po isn't that kind of male!- Viper snapped with narrowed eyes.

-As I don't have a gold crown resting on my head- countered Tlanextly getting a little aggressive -Come on Viper, you can't possibly expect me to believe he is being genuine, I know how the males of his type are-

-Males of his type? Would you be kind enough to stop speaking whatever language you speak and talk to me in Chinese I can't understand you!- the snake hissed out.

-Strong, cute, powerful and for how he speaks of his dragon warrior rank, good social position- she answered crossing her arms and growling.

-Well maybe males back in your home where apparently everyone is a savage are like that, but here in China if a male acts that way you know what they are? Jerks and/or perverts! And my brother is neither of them!- Viper said in outrage.

-Oh so you two have a brother/sister relationship? That's why you help him pick up girls?- Tlanextly said.

-I don't help ANYONE pick up girls, do I look like a wingsnake to you?- the snake hissed.

-OK let's say I decide to believe you. You are saying that if I go up to him right now and act interested he will reject me?- Tlanextly stated kinda challengingly.

-Most probably- Viper replied confidently. None of them said a thing after the snake last spoke, but they kept glaring at each other for a couple of minutes, and it would have been longer if a certain panda didn't enter the room.

-Hey guys!..err..girls, I found some bean buns, a few dumplings, and some tea bags. The only problem is that I couldn't find a kettle, but I think there should be one around here- Po said walking in cheerily with all the items in his arms. The snake master felt a little relieved he had come back to relief the tension. Although her relief was short lived for it vanished when she saw the exotic feline flash a mischievous grin in her direction, then turn around and walk towards the panda with a rhythmic swaying of hips and calm tail swishing. The dragon warrior noticed the princess was approaching him and focused his gaze on her although feeling a little confused at the way she was walking.

-So good you're back Po, I was beginning to think on eating Viper- she said with a short cute giggle.

-Well then it's good I came back- Po replied chuckling amusedly -Wait, you are joking right? You don't eat..other animals back home- he added a little scared as he stared at the sensually approaching feline.

-Only when it's completely necessary...or when I see something really worth eating...right now for example- the feline said purring and smiling seductively. Po sent the female a curious look, not getting her suggestiveness, but feeling he had seen that type of smile somewhere already. The snake master's eyes where so big for the princess's attitude that it seemed they were gonna pop out of her face; she didn't expect her to really act on her acting interested idea.

"I should have kept my mouth shut, why can't I ever keep my mouth shut!" Viper thought kicking herself as she continued staring "A better question would be why am I standing here like an idiot?! I must end this madness!" Viper thought while shaking her head to snap out of it and stop the ocelot, but by the time she did Tlanextly had already reached the dragon warrior and she had to see how the spotted feline grabbed his face delicately, pulled him down to whisper something into his ear, then looked him straight into the eyes, and kissed him on the lips...

...and the warrior of black and white wasn't pulling away.

The jade palace

Everyone was in the training hall working out as they did everyday, except for Song who had awakened with a horrible headache. All the males where keeping their distance from the master of tiger style since she had woken up in a mood they hadn't seen ever since Po had been chosen to be the dragon warrior. Tigress at the moment was destroying the wooden dummies as if they were a Song army.

-Man what's her deal?- Mantis said, dodging a wooden head.

-I don't know, it's like she saw Po kissing a girl- Monkey replied hanging head down from one of the talon rings.

-Don't say stuff like that Monkey, I'll have nightmares- Mantis said shivering.

AlienHeart of darkness: MWAHAHAHA! Control me?! You want to control me 1915?! News flash dude, YOU CAN'T!

AlienHeart1915: I can and I will Dark, you're only a part of me and decide if I let you out.

AlienHeart of darkness: Well then why did you let me make Tlanextly kiss Po, hmm?

AlienHeart1915: You know I always have a plan and an explanation for everything that happens in my stories.

AlienHeart of darkness: And since I'm you, I already know them and also produce some plans of myself which as much as you don't like it you know they will work for the best...after a while.

AlienHeart1915: (sigh) Well people, you may say whatever is going throAliugh your head right now in the reviews.

AlienHeart of darkness: We'll see each other again later.

AlienHeart1915: And by the way HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

AlienHeart1915/of darkness OUT!...for now.