Okay, back from Florida. I went there for spring break, and so now I'm updating. YAY! Hehe. Nothing much to say, so I shall get on with the story. Had to up the rating, if you noticed.

Disclaimer (Won't post anymore from now on, okay?): Usual.


"Oh shit. Dom!" Kel called, opening the door her chambers. Lunch was finished, and Kel, Neal, and Dom had decided to retire to their rooms for the time being. Neal had found his chambers a bit earlier down the hall, and she and Dom had just parted.

"What?" He called back, opening his door and sticking his head out. "What's the matter, love?"

"We forgot to meet the king!" She replied. Dom raced out of his room, quickly shut the door, (not bothering to lock it) ,and took of down the hall at high speeds. Kel pocketed her keys, and followed Dom.

When they arrived at the meeting chambers, everyone was walking out of the door, talking excitedly. "Ah. You have decided to join us at last." The king spoke, a twinkle in his sapphire eyes. "Come on in." He ushered Kel and Dom into the room. Both of them were still panting, which is why Jon asked "Would you like some water?"

"No, thanks, we're fine," Dom replied.

Kel began to apologize. She knew she wouldn't get beheaded like in the Yamani Islands for missing a meeting, yet it was still a serious offense. "I'm so sorry we missed the meeting. We-" King Jonathan had put his hand up, so Kel broke off.

"Don't apologize. We all forget every once in a while." He explained. In a more serious tone, he continued. "On to business. You didn't miss much, only the men telling me whether or not they will go. Now, how about you two?"

Dom answered for both of them. "I'm sorry, your highness, but we shall not be going. You see, Nealan of Queenscove is engaged to be married in a month, and from experience these sort of things last longer than that. Kel is the maid of honor, and I am the best man, so we can't take any chances."

"I see." King Jonathan sighed. "Well, then," he continued, standing up. " I will see you two around." They knew they were dismissed, so they left.

"That wasn't as bad as I expected." Dom remarked as they went back to their chambers.

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After a long and relaxing nap for both Kel and Dom, the bell that served as a warning for dinner time rang. Kel woke up at the loud clanging sound, stumbled out of bed, and walked over to her closet. Opening it, she tried to decide what to wear to her dinner with Dom.

Breeches and a tunic? Too informal, she thought as looked at her choices. A ball gown? Too formal. A kimono? Doesn't seem right. This is pathetic! This is all I own? Who should I borrow from? Lalassa! Maybe she'll lend me some clothes for the night!

That thought made up her mind, and Kel set off, determined that this time she wouldn't get scared by the bustle of her old servant's shop.

When she arrived, it was as she expected. Hot, noisy, crowded, and busy. Pushing her way through the crowd, she ignored other ladies' protests at her cutting, or yelps from ladies who's toes were being stepped on. Finally seeing Lalassa, she rushed over.

"My lady" Lalassa exclaimed when she saw Kel, "What a delightful surprise! How may I help you?"

"I…uh…" Kel stammered.

"What?" Lalassa shouted. "I can't hear you! Come this way!" Dutifully following Lalassa, they made their way through a series of rooms filled with more women, cloth, string, and other supplies. Finally they reached what seemed to be an office. "Now, what can I do for you?"

"Well, you see, I'm going out to dinner in the city tonight, and I have nothing to wear!" complained Kel.

"Ah. I see. A special someone?"

"Uh…yes."

"Who's the lucky man?"

"Dom."

"Dark hair, blue eyes?" Lalassa questioned.

"Yes."

"Formal dress?"

"A little, I guess."

"I have just the thing." said Lalassa. She went over to a different room. Kel didn't bother to follow. When she came she brought out a dress that looked similar to what Kel had worn to dinner as a page. It was fawn brown, a color that looked nice on Kel.

"Is this what the ladies wear?" Kel wondered.

"Why, of course!" Lalassa exclaimed. "A few alterations might need to be made, but that's easily and quickly done." She went to work on those alterations right away, and Kel sat there, waiting.

I think I'll leave you there for now. I have a strong feeling that the next chapter might come out within the next week! (Can't promise you though. At most, next weekend.)