Across the Universe
Part 21
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Keith frowned as he read the intel report.
"Your friends are not going to like this," Kolivan said as Keith finished reading.
"No, they're not," he agreed.
"Will the big one hit you again?"
Keith smiled despite his sore jaw. "That was a one time thing."
"I do not understand the bonding rituals of humans."
Keith turned his attention back to the report. "We're going to need a good plan to get her out. Hagar will pose more of a threat than Mowkar or Sendak."
Keith looked up when Kolivan remained silent. "We are going after the Green Paladin, right?"
"Yes," Kolivan said finally. "The Green Paladin is too important an asset to leave in Hagar's control. Her rescue will be worth the risk."
"Good." Keith turned to leave. "I'll inform the Castle of Lions."
Kolivan grabbed Keith's arm, preventing him from leaving. "And who will be going on this mission? Keith the Blade? Or Keith the Paladin of Voltron?"
Keith gave Kolivan a flat look. "Surely you know the answer to that by now."
Kolivan released his arm. Keith left the room without a look back. Kolivan waited for the doors to close before he sat down.
"I thought I did," he told the empty room.