A/N: I know, a new chapter! How crazy! lol, I need to really finish this for you all though. I am currently buying a house and my prego sister's husband decided they should get a divorce because he isn't 'in love' anymore. So much to deal with! But I am almost complete with this story though. I do hope you all like this chapter, it's more of just a filler to get you where I need you to be though. Either way, love you all and please review!

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Throughout breakfast Jareth and the twins discussed battle plans, crystals floating through the window to his men, informing them to prepare for a possible war. At one point an older fae entered the room, bowing to Kaye as their eyes met.

"My lady." He said, his voice soft and deep, causing Jareth to look up.

"Oh good. You're here. Kaye, this is Sarketh, my adviser." He quickly explained. She smiled up at him with a slight wave. He had long salt and pepper hair pulled back into a ponytail, wrinkles adorned his face as his amber eyes took in everything around him.

"So you are leaving this evening?" The man asked, his eyes still moving quickly over maps and list.

"Yes. I will have you in charge here while we are gone. I already sent orders to the captains to begin preparations for battle. Be sure they do not slack on this. If any fae is going to be here tell them they are to prepare as well or leave. I do not need useless people here."

"Of course your Majesty."

"I also want you to help Kaye with defense magic for the rest of the day. Chase must stay here and you are the next strongest."

"Of course. My lady?"

Kaye blinked as he held his hand out to her.

"Um... thank you.." She said, her voice unsure as she let him help her up.

"I trust him with my life luv. Even more, with yours. You are safe." Jareth said with a slight smile before he went back to planning, his food long forgotten and untouched.

"This way my lady," Sarketh said as he indicated the way he wished to go.

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Kaye was currently leaning against the wall, her breath coming in quick gasps as sweat poured down her body.

"Come on. That can't be all you have." Sarketh said tauntingly, a smirk pulling at his lips as he slowly walked in front of her in the large room they occupied.

"Who said it ever was?" Kaye asked, pushing away from the wall. She quickly tied the back of her shirt into a knot to expose her stomach to try and cool down. He rose an eyebrow but said nothing as he held his hand out, a ball of light forming. Kaye envisioned a silver bubble surrounding her then the bubble turning into silver steel.

"Here we go."

Kaye nodded as she put all her mental and physical focus and energy into her bubble. Sarketh threw his globe at her. Kaye held her shield for a few moments, but soon she felt the hours of practice take its toll, her bubble bursting in a shower of silver rain, the glob slamming into her stomach and pushing her back into the wall.

"Hey!" A male voice called out, pulling their attention to the door. Jareth and the twins stood in the doorway. Jareths eyes were narrowed as the twins looked on in surprise.

"Hey, guys. Of course, you come in when I failed." Kaye said as she rubbed her stomach before getting back into the fighting stance.

"You did well. I made that one stronger than the others." Sarketh said.

"Shall we break for the day?"

"I think that's best," Jareth said, walking up to Kaye.

"Are you alright?"

Kaye smiled up at him before running her hand over her sweaty forehead.

"Yeah. It just tickles a bit. Hows the planning going?"

Jareth didn't answer as he looked down at her torso. A blush lit her face before she moved to pull her shirt back over to hiphuggers.

"You could teach my men a thing about torture luv." He said, voice deeper than normal as he looked up at her through his lashes.

"Perhaps my lady should freshen up a bit before you leave for the main kingdom, your Majesty? Sarketh interrupted them.

"Thank you," Chase said, rolling his eyes before walking away to wait at the gate, dragging his brother with him. Kaye laughed as Jareth took her hand and lead her to her room.

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"Now remember my lady. Protect only yourself and stay with the 'bubble', as you say. If someone attacks you they won't expect you to have magic. So block then run." Sarketh said, his tone leaving no room for argument.

"Keep this in your pocket. Put it on if you're in trouble only. It will strengthen your magics but it will also drain them instantly. It's a last resort."

"Thank you. When I get back maybe we can make a habit of this training." Kaye said with a grin, placing the ring he offered into her front pocket.

"I hope we can." He said, bowing to her, before turning to his king.

"I will alert you on any sign of trouble," Jareth said.

"And I you, your Majesty. Be sure to keep your temper."

Jareth grinned as he pulled Kaye to him.

"Come on, you know me better than that."

Kaye shivered at the malice in his voice.

"That's why I worry."

Jareth chuckled as he looked down at Kaye.

"I'm going to teleport us there. This might make you feel a bit sick."

She quickly put her arms around his waist, locking her hands behind his back, as she buried her face in his chest. She felt his laugh rumble through her body before it seemed all the air around them was removed. If it wasn't for Jareth holding her tight she would have felt as though she was lost. It was as though her body was thrown into the middle of a group of dogs. Her body being pulled from many directions as she spun out of control, a scream stuck in her throat. Just as quickly as the feelings started they stopped. Her stomach, not understanding the sudden change, felt as though it wanted to leave her body.

"Are you alright luv?" Jareth asked, trying to move back to look at her. Kaye's arms tightened, making him halt his movements, a soft whimper leaving her lips.

"Take your time."

"I thought you had a woman Jareth. Not a boy." A male voice rang out, his tone mocking and cruel. Kaye felt her anger rise at someone so insensitive. So what if she had been a boy? She quickly shot a glare to the offending speaker. The moment her eyes made contact with theirs she felt her stomach drop back to normal. Jareth has transported them to the throne room of the fae kingdom.