Across the Universe
Part 18
[All standard disclaimers apply.]
"I hope you weren't too hard on Hunk," Allura said as she and Shiro ran a diagnostic scan on the castle.
"Actually I gave him two sleeping pills and sent him to his room."
"You're letting him sleep?"
"Surprised?"
She shook her head as she smiled. "Not really. It's just the kind of thing you would do."
"I'm not a saint, Allura," he grumbled as his ears turned red.
"What's a saint?"
He ran a hand over his face. "Never mind."
"Why are you talking about saints?" Lance asked as he entered the room. "I didn't think you were a religious guy, Shiro."
"I'm not," Shiro said. "How's your lion?"
"Red's in good shape. Should be ready to go when Keith and the Blades find Pidge." Lance glanced around the bridge. "Where's Hunk?"
"In his room," Shiro replied.
"Shiro's making him get some rest," Allura added.
Lance looked puzzled for a moment before he grinned. "So, if I punch Keith in the face, do I get a nap, too?"
"Lance!" Allura admonished.
"I don't think you want to try a stunt like that," Shiro warned.
Lance shrugged. "Could be worth it."
"Do be serious," Allura asked. The console beeped, signaling that the scan was done. "Looks like the castle is in good condition."
Shiro scrolled through the data, nodding. "It's good to see that the shield is stronger."
"Coran's happy, too," Allura said.
"So now we're just waiting on Keith?" Lance said. Allura and Shiro nodded. "Hope he doesn't take too long."