Last of the Ghost Ship
I had to repost the first two chapters, some how they switched around making it very confusing to those who just read it for the first time! Sorry about the mishap!! Happy Reading!!
This is written in script format, sorry if it is hard to read! please review! Voltron, I love them, but don't own them.
It was a warm sunny day on the planet Arus. Things had been peaceful on the planet for the last month. Zarkon hadn't sent any of his doom ships to attack, which left everyone wondering what he had up his sleeve. Since it had been quiet lately, everyone had decided it was a good day to take a break. Hunk, Pidge and Lance were playing a game of volleyball. The two teamed up against Hunk was an unfair match, but Keith didn't feel like playing. Instead he was lying down on the blanket next to the picnic basket. He was watching the clouds move and take on new shapes. He couldn't remember the last time that he felt this at peace. He leaned up and looked over at the guys playing. They had started arguing about Lance touching the net, and that it should have been Hunks ball.
A-What are you thinking?
She broke through his train of thoughts. He looked over to where she sat holding a book in her hand.
K-I was thinking that I need to get away from all this racket. I think I'm going to take Stallion for a ride.
A-That sounds nice, would you mind if I came along with you.
K-Of course you can come. I'll radio Coran and let him know what we are doing. I'll meet you at the stables in about ten minutes?
A-Alright.
She began to walk towards the stable. He still sat there on the blanket wondering what he had just gotten himself in to.
K-This is a bad idea Keith, he said to himself.
He radioed Coran and went to go meet Allura.
While waiting for Keith, she had packed her saddle with a blanket, a couple of Arusian apples and a water canteen. She was looking forward to their ride. It had been a long time since they had rode together. It had been a long time since they had done anything together. She knew that something was on his mind lately but she couldn't get him to open up. Whenever she would try to talk to him, he would always change the subject. It also seemed that he was trying to avoid her at all costs. She hoped that she was wrong with her assumption. A smile came to her face as she thought about her dashing Captain. She couldn't remember exactly when she started seeing Keith as something more that a friend. Perhaps she always did, but just figured it out. She had always hoped that he felt the same but knew that he didn't. Otherwise why would he try so hard to avoid her?
K-Are you ready?
She jumped and turned around not expecting to see him yet.
A-You frightened me.
K-I'm sorry, I thought you heard me come in.
A-It's all right. I should be used to you doing that by now.
He gave her one of his famous lopsided grins as he helped her on to the saddle. He knew that she was referring to the nights that she couldn't sleep. Countless times she would walk out to the balcony for fresh air, just to be greeted by him a few minutes later. It was almost as if he could sense that she couldn't sleep, because within moments he was there next to her. Half the time her thoughts kept her awake because she couldn't get him out of her head. They galloped side by side but neither said a word. Keith kept glancing at her from the corner of his eye. She was beautiful. An angel sent from the heavens above. He took a moment to study her soft features as the gentle breeze whipped through her golden tendrils. Her skin was a soft shade of ivory and her eyes as blue as the ocean. She had stolen his heart the second he laid eyes on her three years ago. He wished things could be different. How many nights had he gone to sleep with visions of her in his head? How many times had he wished that he were a prince just so he could have a chance with her? Even if she wasn't a princess, did she feel anything for him? He let out a deep sigh as he pulled on the reins to stop his horse.
K-I think this is a good place to stop.
A-It's beautiful. You've never brought me to this side of the forest.
He jumped off his horse and walked over to hers. He held up his arms to her to help her down from the horse. As she slowly slid in to his arms she felt him pull her tighter almost like an embrace. She couldn't look up in to his eyes, not with him this close to her. He slowly let her go and grabbed the blanket from her saddle. He laid the blanket down on the ground. They both sat down on it and looked around. Allura looked at the wildflowers that were to her left. She plucked one and brought it to the tip of her nose.
A-What a beautiful but odd-looking flower. I've never seen one like it before.
K-On Earth, we call those lilies.
A-Lily, what a pretty name.
K-The meaning of the word is beauty.
He took the flower from her and broke the stem a little shorter. Then he leaned over her towards her and stuck it in her hair above her ear. He tucked a golden lock behind her ear to hold it in place.
K-There, now it's beautiful.
She smiled weakly as she felt the color in her cheeks rise.
A-Thank you.
He looked away from her. What was he doing?
A-Penny for you thoughts?
K-What? Oh it's nothing really.
A-Keith why don't you talk to me anymore? I feel like I don't even know you.
K-Allura really, it's just something I have to deal with.
She leaned a little closer and took his hand in hers.
A-There has to be something I can do. Let me help you with your problem.
K-You can't help me with this problem.
A-Why not? You're not even giving me a chance-
K-Princess please, it's a very personal problem. One day perhaps, I'll talk about it, but now is not the time.
A- I'm sorry, I didn't mean to intrude.
K-Don't be. It's nice to know you care.
Allura was about to say something, but the crimson blush in her cheeks wouldn't allow her to. Keith noticed her embarrassed look, and turned the other way. He didn't want to embarrass her anymore. He was glad to know that he was off the hook. He knew he couldn't answer her question with out his true feelings showing through. As they talked and joked of old times, he glanced at the sky and saw bright shades of pink and orange.
K-Maybe we should head back, we've been gone for quite a while.
A-Your right. Besides, I owe Lance a game of strip poker.
K-What?
A-Lance is teaching me a new card game tonight.
K-He won't be teaching you that game any time soon.
A-Why not?
K-Let's just say it's Lance's idea of playing a joke on you.
A-Thanks for the warning. I'll get that little scoundrel for that.
Keith chuckled at the way her nose wrinkled when she made her frustrated face. He often forgot how innocent she was. It was also funny to know that she had never heard of strip poker before either. A couple of hours later, the whole gang was in the rec room. Pidge, Hunk and Lance were all playing cards, while Allura and Keith were sitting on the sofas reading books. Keith glanced over the top of his book to study the princess. She was beautiful. He swore that every time he looked at her, he fell more hopelessly in love with her. He wanted to take her in to his arms and never let her go. Allura looked up at him and their gaze held for a moment. Keith looked away first, and cleared his throat. Allura smiled knowing that she had caught him staring at her. She looked at the window and then left the room. She pulled on a cloak and walked out in to the garden. She sat on the grass next to the fountain. A moment later, she heard a sound behind her. She grabbed out her blaster and aimed it towards the bush in front of her.
A-Show yourself or I'll shoot.
Keith slowly walked from behind the bush, his hands in the air.
K-Don't shoot, I surrender.
She lowered her gun as she recognized him, the smirk wearing off his face.
A-Keith what are you doing here?
K-I just wanted to make sure you were ok.
A-Yes I'm fine.
K-Oh.
He didn't know what to say. He knew that he had been caught eavesdropping and figured it would be best not to lie to her.
A-Why are you really here?
He took a seat next to her on the grass. She was so close to him that he almost shivered.
K-I've noticed that you come out here, each night at about the same time.
A-Your saying that you follow me.
K-Well...I..uh...
A-It's all right Captain. I suppose I should feel a little safer knowing this.
She smiled at him trying to relieve his tension.
A-I come out here every day at the same time. This is my favorite time of the day.
K-Why?
A-When I was younger, my father and I would always come out here together around this time. He used to call it twilight. It's not exactly night time, but the day is clearly over. It's a crossover time, a time for a new beginning. We would just come out here and sit, until it was completely dark. He noticed the sad look on her face and wanted to wrap his arms around her.
A-I guess, this just makes me feel closer to my father. I've done this for years. I come out here to clear my mind of things that are bothering me.
K-What's bothering you now Princess?
A-Nothing.
He took her small hand in his own and brought it to his lips. His touch was electrifying, and the deep stare of his eyes bore a whole in her soul. He helped her up and caressed her cheek with his fingertips. Against his better judgment he felt her hands wrap around his waist as he pulled her closer. Just as she closed her eyes in anticipation of his kiss, his communicator beeped.
K-Keith here.
C-Keith, It's Coran. There might be trouble headed our way.
K- We're headed back right now!
The two of them ran towards castle. With in minutes they were running down the halls toward castle control.
K-Coran, what's wrong?
C-There is an unidentified ship preparing to enter Arusian atmosphere. I want all five of you to check it out.
K-Let's go team.
They all ran towards their portals to get to the lions. Within minutes they were in the air. Their radar locked on to the ship's coordinates. Keith opened a link to try to make contact with the ship.
K-This is Commander Keith Andrews of the Voltron Force. Please identify yourself or we will be forced to fire.
He pulled the controls of his cannons into his hands. He locked on the target while waiting for a response.
K-Again I repeat myself, identify yourself or I will fire.
The rest of the team waited in anticipation. Why were they not responding? Keith was getting angry. Keith fired a rocket across the hull of the other ship. He did not want to hit it, but he did want to convey a message.
K-That was a warning shot. I will not miss if I have to fire again. Identify yourself at once!
L-Keith they're not responding!
P-What do they want?
Keith waited a minute longer and then fired a direct hit at the ship. Everyone watched as the rocket dove and hit the ship. As the smoke cleared, they were all shocked to see that it didn't even scratch the ship.
H-What the hell is going on?
L-Did you see that? It didn't even hurt it.
Keith fired out two more shots. Again they did not respond, and his rockets did nothing to damage the ship.
A-Keith, what should we do?
The minute she spoke, a red beam of light shot from the ship and engulfed the blue lion. Her lion was frozen. No matter what she did, it wouldn't respond. It was on lockdown and malfunction lights were blinking all around her. Then an electrifying bolt was shot at her ship. She screamed aloud as fire coursed through her veins.
K-Allura, pull up!
She continued to scream out in pain. Keith didn't know what to do. He couldn't risk getting his lion caught in the crossfire of the red beam being fired at the Princess. He fired more rockets at the ship. The rest of the team started to fire as well. Their shots did nothing to help Allura.
K-Princess, Can you hear me?
He brought her lion up on his monitor. He could see her screaming and holding her head in her hands. He had never heard such a bone-chilling scream before. Finally the red beam that surrounded Allura's lion disappeared. Her Lion started to freefall towards the ground.
K-Allura! No!
She was falling to fast; she would never be able to regain control before she hit the ground. He dove towards her. Her lion plunged in to the lake just outside the castle. He only had seconds at the most to save her. He dove in to the lake and swam down to the lake floor. He found her and used the mouth of his lion to grab her lion's leg. He had to get her out of there. He knew from the blast that she received, it would take in water. He landed setting the rear of her lion on the ground. He opened the hatch and jumped out of his lion. He looked up at the sky. The ship had disappeared and the rest of the team was landing, coming to help him. Keith ran towards her lion praying that she was alive.
K-Allura, answer me damn it!
He said as he tried to use his communicator to get through to her. He climbed the lion towards the hatch. He ripped the hatch open and looked inside. The computers were showering with sparks and shorts. He looked down at Allura and saw that she was still buckled in her seat, submerged in water that it had taken in from the fall.
K-No!
He dived in and tried to get her face above water but couldn't. He reached for her seatbelt. It was jammed. He heard the other guys come running up on to her lion.
L-Keith how is she?
K-I need a knife! Now! She's drowning!
Hunk tossed his pocketknife down to him. He slashed at the belt and lifted her lifeless form in his arms. He carried her out the chute and laid her on the ground.
K-Get Coran and the med team now! She's got water in her lungs.
The others went running towards the castle. Keith started pumping on her chest with his fists. He pinched her nose and brought his lips down to hers. He gave a deep breath than continued pumping and breathing.
K-Damn it Princess breathe.breathe. come on, I need you to fight!
He repeated his movements and still nothing. He was not going to give up on her. He couldn't loose her. He loved her too much.
K-Allura, please, I can't loose you. I won't let you die!
Keith heard the others running up behind him. He pinched her nose and breathed into her mouth again. As he pulled his lips away from hers, he heard a gurgle in her throat. He leaned her on her side as water gushed from her mouth. Keith sighed in relief as he put his head to her chest and heard a faint heart beat and felt a very weak breath on his cheek.
D-Keith, I can handle it from here.
The medical team lifted her up on the stretcher and took her to the med wing. Coran turned to look at Keith, who was still on his knees. He had his head in his hands and was obviously shaken. Coran put a hand on his shoulder. Keith looked up at him, tears in his eyes.
C-Keith, you did all you could. Because of your quick intuition, you probably just saved her life.
He nodded his head.
C-Are you alright?
K-I'm fine. More shaken than anything. Her seat belt was jammed. I couldn't get her out. I didn't have a knife.
L-Good job Captain.
K-I didn't do anything. If it wasn't for Hunk, She would have died.
L-Hunk, only gave you a knife, you breathed life back in to her body. Come on, let's get to the med wing.
He helped Keith up. Coran was a few steps in front of them.
L-We're gonna have to call you magic lips!
For three years, Lance knew that Keith was in love with Allura. He didn't know why he always teased him about it. Maybe he was hoping to get the two of them together. He knew Allura felt the same way. It was obvious though that Keith didn't like the comment because he tossed Lance's arm off his shoulder and caught up with Coran. As they all sat in the med lobby waiting for news on Allura, Keith paced around the room. What could be taking so long? Coran noticed how upset Keith was. He knew that Keith felt responsible for her, but it was more than that. He had known for quite some time that Keith had strong feelings for Allura. He also knew that Keith would never admit that he was in love with her. He also knew that his little Princess felt the same about him. As he watched Keith, it became quite clear that he would do anything for her. He was loyal, protective, he loved Arus, and loved Allura. You couldn't find a better match. He would talk to King Alfor when he had time. It seemed that he had found the person to take his place as far as she was concerned. He hoped the King would give his blessing for them to be together and didn't believe that it would cause any problems. He was broke from his thoughts as Dr. Gorma walked into the room.
K-How is she?
Dr.-She is stable. She's got some bruises and scratches from the fall. She does have a concussion. She is breathing on her own. She is doing very well, all things considered.
K-Thank you.
C-Is there any special treatment that she will need right now?
Dr- No, we have pain medication for her, but that's about it really. She does need to be under constant supervision for the next day or so. Concussions can cause swelling of the brain and that does need to be monitored.
K-I'll stay up with her. Can we see her now?
D-Of course. Keith you may go first.
He nodded and walked towards the med hall.
D-Keith.
He turned around and looked at the Dr.
K-Yes?
D-I just wanted to say that you're a hero. The only reason she is alive, is because you saved her.
K-I wouldn't call myself a hero. Just doing my job. Her safety is my job.
Coran smiled at him and nodded for him to go see her. Keith stopped in her doorway and looked at her still form lying in the bed. He walked over to her and pulled a chair up to the side of her bed. He sat down and looked at her. She had a bandage on her forehead, from where she hit her head. Like the doctor said, she had a few small scrapes and bruises, but she still looked beautiful. He took her small hand within his own. She looked really peaceful. He tucked a loose tendril of hair behind her ear. He couldn't believe that he almost lost her today. He couldn't imagine his life without her in it. He loved her so much. He would do anything to ensure her safety, even if it meant his own life. He brought her hand up to his lips and gently kissed it.
K-Hey Princess, it's me. I just wanted you to know that you're going to be fine. The doc said you'll probably be up and about tomorrow.
He gently caressed her cheek with his thumb.
K-I thought I lost you today. I never want to have that feeling again.
He traced the bruise that was on her jaw and smiled at her.
K-Did you know that even when you're every shade of purple and black, you're still the most beautiful woman I've ever seen? I've got to go, the others want to see you too, but I'll be back shortly.
He leaned down and placed a gentle lingering kiss on her forehead. He backed up and turned to leave. He was shocked to see that Lance, Nanny, and Coran were all standing there. He didn't know what to say. They all had warm faces, even Nanny, realized how good he was for her.
K-Hey, I was just coming to let you guys know you could see her.
C-Keith, we need to speak with you in the hall.
K-Alright.
He wasn't in the mood to be reprimanded for his closeness with the princess..
K-Is there something wrong?
C-No, I just wanted you to know that we came from King Alfor's tomb just now. He thanks you for saving Allura's life. He also wants you to know that he gives his blessing for a relationship between the two of you.
K-There's nothing between the Princess and I. We're friends.
L-I suppose that's why you just kissed her.
K-Listen, no matter what I feel for Allura, she doesn't feel the same way. Even if she did, she deserves better than me.
C-Keith, they don't come any better than you. Trust your heart and everything will be fine in the end.
The next morning Allura still hadn't woken up since the incident. Keith walked in the room. He sat up with her almost the whole night, hoping that she would awake. He sat in the chair next to her bed. He took her small hand in to his and gently caressed it with his thumb. He took a close look at the bump on her head. It had gone down quite a bit. He leaned over and kissed it.
K-The swelling is going down. That's good.
He gently caressed her cheek.
K-I wish you would wake up. I just wish you would just open your beautiful blue eyes for me. He sat there in silence for a minute.
K-Princess, I promise you, that you will never have to go through anything like this again. I promise that I will protect you, no matter what happens. I just wish that I knew why that ship attacked you yesterday.
He glanced down at his watch.
K-I have some work to do, so I'll check in on you in a while. I'll send Lance to keep you company.
He paged Lance who showed up about three minutes later.
L-Hey Keith, how is she?
K-She hasn't woken up yet. The hit she took to her head has gone down quite a bit. I have to go to castle control to talk to Coran about that ship.
L-What about it?
K-Last night it occurred to me that the ship purposely attacked Allura.
L-Why do you say that?
K-It's just a funny feeling. The whole time that I fired shots at it, it never attempted to fire at me. The minute Allura turned her communicator on, it fired at her. She never fired a shot at it. It was waiting to get a lock on her. The ship just didn't know which lion she was in.
L-Why would they want to kill her?
K-Well, there could be many reasons for trying to kill the leader of a planet. That's why I want to talk to Coran about this.
L-Alright let me know if you find out anything.
Keith nodded and walked towards the exit.
L-Keith.
K-Yeah,
L-Get some rest, you like shit.
Keith smirked at him. Lance knew that Keith probably sat up with the princess the whole night. Keith left the room to go find Coran. Lance chuckled to himself. He knew Keith all too well. He sat down in the chair next to the princess. The princess started to stir around a bit.
L-Looks, like someone is starting to wake up.
A-Keith, where's Keith?
L-He just left princess.
She tried to lean up but grabbed her head in pain.
A-Uh, my head is killing me. I feel as if I hit a brick wall.
L-Close, you fell in the lake. Maybe I should call in the doc.
She nodded her head. The doctor and Coran came to greet the princess. He gave her some pain medication.
C-Princess, it's good to see you awake again.
A-Thank you Coran. Where's Keith?
C-I forced him to get some rest. He was up the whole night watching over you. He hadn't slept in 36 hours. If you want I can wake him, I'm sure he'll be happy-
A-No! No let the poor man get some rest.
Coran nodded his head.
C-I'll get nanny, to make you some supper.
A-That would be nice, I am quite hungry.
He and the doctor left, leaving Allura and Lance alone.
A-What happened up there? All I remember was Keith firing at the ship. Then it fired on me. I lost control. I don't remember anything else.
L-Your lion took on quite a bit of damage. Pidge and Hunk are repairing it as we speak. You lost control and blacked out. Your lion nose-dived in to the lake. Keith dove in after you and pulled your lion out with his. When he pulled the hatch back, it was completely filled with water. Your seat belt was jammed. He couldn't get you out. You were drowning. Hunk threw down his knife and Keith cut you free.
A-Oh my god, what happened then?
L-You had water in your lungs. You had stopped breathing. Keith did CPR on you and saved your life.
She was in shock. She couldn't believe all what had happened. Keith had saved her. Again.
A-I owe Keith my life. I wish he were here so I could thank him.
L-He'll be here Princess. He just needs to rest. He's worn out, he doesn't look good.
A-How is he?
L-He's worried about you. You know he would do what ever it takes to keep you safe. He cares very deeply for you.
A-Lance, what are you saying?
L-That's not for me to say princess, but for you to find out.
He smiled at her puzzled face. Nanny came with dinner for her, she was so happy that the princess was up and feeling better. The day went by slowly for her though. As she counted by the hours, she wondered if Keith were still sleeping. She slowly leaned up in the bed. She put her feet down on the floor and stood. Her legs felt wobbly and she thought they were going to give out on her. She had to see him. She couldn't wait any longer. She gripped the chair next to her bed to gain strength. She opened the door and peered down the hall. There were no guards around. Keith's room was only at the other end of the hall. She clung to the wall walking slowly, praying she had the strength to make her journey. What was she going to say when she saw him? A couple of minutes later she was standing in front of his door. She punched in the code and the door opened. She grabbed a hold of the doorway. She took a deep breath and took a step inside. The room was dimly lit. She was exhausted; she needed to get to a chair. She knew that she couldn't stand much longer. The pounding in her head was getting stronger. So this is why the doctor wanted her to have two more days of bed rest. She looked around the room and didn't see Keith. Her eyes filled with tears. She wanted to see him so bad. Now she didn't have the strength to get back to her room, and she didn't have her communicator on her. If only she could make it to the chair. It was only about five steps away. She tried to take another step, and her legs gave out. Just as she started to fall, she felt a strong pair of arms circle her waist and pull her close. She looked up to see Keith looking intently at her.
K-Princess, what are you doing here? You can't be walking around like this.
She broke in to a quiet sobbing. She couldn't speak to him. She felt like her tongue was tied up in knots. She just wanted to stay in his arms and never let go. He gently lifted her in his arms and carried her to the bed. He sat down, sitting her next to him. She clung her arms around his neck, and he pulled her closer to him. He rested his chin on her forehead, content to be this close to her. She pulled away enough to look at him. His gaze was filled with concern and worry. He wiped a tear on her cheek with his thumb and wondered what she was thinking.
K-Why did you come here?
A-I had to see you.
K-You know that I would have came to you. I'll always come to you.
A-I owe you my life.
K-Nonsense. I was just doing my job.
A-Your job isn't to breathe life back into a dead body.
K-Ally you of all people should know that I don't give up that easy.
He rested his palm on her cheek. She moved her face with his palm, a smile of contentment on her lips.
A-Thank you, you risked your own life, to save me. I just needed to see that you were all right.
K-I should be asking you that.
A-I'm much better now.
She glanced up in his dark brown eyes, hoping to see that he was feeling exactly how she was. As usual she couldn't tell what he was feeling.
K-Come on, I should get you back to your room.
A-No, please not yet.
K-I don't think it's a good idea to stay here. Coran and the others might think something.
She was hurt. Again he made it clear that he only thought of her as a friend. She jumped up from the bed. She forgot that her legs weren't at full strength and she swayed and his arms came up around her to steady her.
K-What's wrong? Why are you mad at me?
A-Let go of me! I'm not mad at you and I'm not an ingrate. I don't need you to carry me back to my room. You're relieved of your duties.
She looked the other way unable to face him. She didn't even understand why she snapped at him so badly. He grabbed her by the arm and spun her around to look at him.
K-Princess, I don't know what I did wrong, but don't ever think that you are just some job, or burden to me.
A-What am I to you then?
He pulled her close to him and buried his face in her hair. She clung to him and placed her hands on his chest.
K-Words can't describe what I feel for you Allura. My first and last thought everyday is you.
He kissed her soft and gentle. The feather like touch of his lips sent a bolt of heat straight through the core of her body. Wave after wave of sensation filled his mind as the sweet scent of vanilla intoxicated his senses. Never had he known that a simple kiss could be so powerful. For years he had obsessed over the fantasy, but the reality was much sweeter. Her swollen lips parted allowing him to deepen the kiss eliciting a soft moan from her. Her knees felt like jelly. He must have felt her give because he buried his face in her neck, holding her to him with an iron like grip. It seemed right to be together like this, no pretenses, no stations, just two people in love. He knew that his only mission in life was to serve her and make her as happy as possible. She pulled his head down to hers again kissing him, and letting him know that she was more than happy to stay this way a while longer. Her blue eyes twinkled with desire and he felt the heat within her. He brought his lips to hers again, this time with more passion. As her lips parted under his, he slid his tongue in her mouth, reveling in her sweet taste. A shiver ran down her spine, as she felt flushed. She thought she was going to melt in his arms. She moaned in pleasure as her tongue danced with his. His tongue tasted every curve in her mouth as his hands traced a small pathway up and down the small of her back. She pressed her body close to his setting him on fire. Strong hands grasped at her waist, pulling her closer, as he deepened the kiss. He didn't want to stop, but knew that he had to. Why couldn't he let her go yet? She backed him up towards the bed and he felt the mattress nudge his leg. Allura was pushing him to far. He was only a man. All he wanted was to sweep her in his arms and make love to her. He ripped her arms off of his neck but still held her close to his form.. Holding each other close they fought to catch their breath, bodies aching, lips burning.
K-We can't do this.
A-Keith, what's wrong.
K-This, everything. I won't mock my feelings for you.
A-What are you talking about?
K-Allura, The only thing I want to do right now is throw you on that bed, and have my way with you. I won't do that to you. You mean too much to me.
A-I'm sorry. This is my fault.
K-No, don't you see-
She turned to leave, slightly embarrassed by what he said.
K-Princess wait,
Just as he went to stop her, his communicator beeped. He sighed a deep breath.
K-Keith here.
C-Keith, come to castle control, it seems that our friendly ship has returned.
K-I'll be right there.
K-Stay here.
A-I will not, I need to know what is going on. This is my kingdom.
K-Fine, come on.
They walked quickly to the control room with the help of Keith supporting her weight. There was so much that Keith had to say to her, but now was not the time to do it. They walked in the room, the rest of the team already waiting.
C-Princess, what are you doing out of bed? You should be resting.
A-Coran, please, I'm fine, just a bit of a headache. Where is this ship?
Keith brought it up on the view screen. It was starting to enter Arusian atmosphere again. Keith had a bad feeling about this.
K-Come on team, let's find out what the hell they want.
The team started towards the chutes, including Allura. Keith saw her following them.
K-What do you think your doing?
A-I'm coming with you.
K-Like hell you are.
A-I beg your pardon!
C-Princess, Keith is right.
A-I will not sit around and let the two of you tell me what to do. I outrank both of you.
K-Not when you're in the lions. You might be my employer, but when we are in the air, I'm your commander.
A-Don't you dare speak to me like that!
She spun around him and walked towards her chute. He ran up beside her and grabbed her arm.
K-Allura, please, don't go up there. I'm begging you. We have no idea what we are up against. All I know is that last time, they singled you out and you almost died. Your hurt, I can't protect you. You saw, my weapons didn't even scratch that ship. Please, don't make me worry about you again. Stay here and watch over the castle.
She looked up in his eyes and saw that they were pleading with her to stay. She didn't want to be the reason for distracting him.
A-I'll stay.
K-Thank you.
A-Be careful.
He smiled at her. She was worried about him now.
K-Aren't I always.
A-I'm serious, come back to me alive and well.
He took her small hand in his and kissed it.
K-I promise.
With that he ran to his chute and geared up with the rest of the team. Within minutes the four lions were searching for the other ship. They came up to it and pulled out their cannons. They all fired at it, again nothing doing any damage.
L-I don't get it, they must have some kind of power shield.
The ship sat there for a minute as if studying them. In a flash it disappeared.
P-Did you see that?
H-It's gone!
K-It left because the Princess isn't with us. It's after her. Come on, let's head back. I have a bad feeling.
They headed back towards the castle and went to the control room. Coran and Allura were there waiting their return.
A-What happened? We saw it just disappear.
K-The ship didn't attack. I think it left because you weren't with us.
A- What do they want with me?
K-I don't know. You're a very powerful person Allura. You're the sole ruler of planet Arus. Arus is a member of the Galaxy Alliance. Plus, you hold the key to Voltron.
C-Keith is right, there could be any number of reasons for their attack on you.
A-God, I've been beaten up before, kidnapped, forced to marry Lotor, drowned, now there are people who wish to assassinate me.
She chuckled at her comment and noticed that Keith wasn't laughing.
A-Lighten up Keith, it was only a joke.
K-Sorry princess, I don't see anything funny about that. Look, before you scream at me, know that I'm only doing this for your best interest. I'm suspending you from the team for at least a month.
A-What? How could you?
K-I want Sven to come here and pilot blue. I don't want you risking yourself right now.
A-I won't let you do this to me.
L-Princess calm down.
A-I will not calm down. I don't know why, but our Commander thinks he can just tell me what to do.
She turned to face him, daggers in her eyes.
A-I will not yield on this decision. If you don't like it, you can go to hell!
K-If that is what you want, fine go ahead. I won't stop you. Don't you realize that those people want you dead! I don't know how to stop them! At least not yet. Zarkon can be behind this. Are you willing to take that chance?
Allura was shaken by Keith's voice. He was screaming at her. They had had many fights in the past, but she had never seen him completely loose it before. He slammed his fists down on the table. He had to calm down. He stormed out of the room leaving her in shock. She looked at the rest of the team. They were staring at the empty doorway as well.
A-You all understand don't you?
L-Princess, Keith is right. These people are trying to kill you. Why are you trying to give them any easy target?
A-I have an obligation to defend my kingdom.
L-Which you did it from the castle, until Sven got hurt.
P-They're right Princess. You can't go up in the air right now. Besides blue won't be ready for about two weeks. It took a lot of damage from your fall.
A-I can't believe I spoke to him like that. I don't know what's come over me. He hates me right now.
L-Keith could never hate you. He's just upset. He's worried about your safety.
A-I should go talk to him.
Lance grabbed her arm.
L-Just let him be for a while. He needs to cool off.
She knew he was right and nodded her head.
A-Alright, I think I'll just go get some air.
She headed towards the garden. Today had to be the worst day of her life. Just two hours ago, she was in Keith's arms, and he was kissing her. Now he was hiding from her, fuming mad. She had tears rolling down her cheeks and didn't know what to do or how to apologize. She had even swore at him. She leaned up against the fountain and sat on the grass and cried.
About fifteen minutes later, Keith knocked on Lance's door.
L-What's up?
K-Have you seen Allura? She's not in her room or in the rec hall.
L-I don't know. She did say something about getting some air. Mean anything to you?
K-Damn it. Yeah, I know where she is.
L-What's wrong?
K-I just yelled at her about her safety, now she takes off to go to the garden. She acting like this is a big joke.
L-Keith take it easy on her. She's just stubborn. Like someone else I know.
Keith smirked at him. He knew Lance was right. He needed to repair the damage that had been done with the Princess. The image of her in his arms popped in to his head again and made a smile appear on his lips. He couldn't stay mad at her long. He made his way to the garden carrying two blankets. A few minutes later, he peered around a bush and saw her sitting on the grass crying. He was upset because, he knew that she was crying over what he said to her. He slowly walked over towards her. She heard him walk up behind her, but couldn't bare to look him in the eyes. She knew that she looked a mess and didn't want to deal with him right now.
A-Keith, please go away.
K-I can't.
A-Why not?
He laid out the one blanket to sit on, and placed the other around her shoulders. He plopped down a couple of feet from her and patted the empty spot next to him. She slid over to him. His arm brushed up against hers and sent chills down her spine. He pulled a lily out from behind his back.
K-Because I've come to make peace.
She took the lily and smelled it's beautiful scent. She remembered their talk in the woods yesterday about the flower and smiled.
A-Thank you.
K-Ally, I'm sorry for-
A-No let me say my piece first please.
K-Go ahead.
A-I'm sorry for everything I said. I don't know why I snapped at you the way I did. I'm not used to having people tell me what to do in front of others. I was wrong to say what I did, and I do understand your reason for suspending me.
K-I don't want anything else to happen to you.
A-If you would have asked me earlier, I would have said yes.
He put his arm around her and pulled her close to him. He rubbed her back in a soothing way and kissed her forehead.
K-Then you won't fly for a while?
A-No, I promise.
K-Thank you.
She nodded her head and rested it on his chest. They sat like that for a while, neither of them saying a word. He finally tilted her chin up to meet his dark eyes. His eyes were twinkling in the moonlight, and he leaned close to her and placed a gentle kiss on her lips.
K-Yesterday was the scariest day of my life. I thought that I had lost you. I never want to come that close to losing you again.
A-Lance told me that you gave me CPR. You saved my life.
She traced his lips with her fingertip. He planted a soft kiss on her finger.
A-Magic lips.
Keith chuckled remembering that Lance had said the same thing.
K-I don't know if I would say that.
A-I would, because I feel as if I'm under a spell whenever they touch me.
She caressed his cheek with her palm. He kissed her palm and looked into her ocean blue eyes.
K-I love you.
Her eyes opened wide in shock.
K-You're a princess, I'm a pilot. I know that this is wrong.but in my heart it feels perfect. I can't stop thinking about you.
A-Me neither.
She had tears of happiness rolling down her cheeks.
A-I love you too.
He gently wiped one of the tears that had rolled down her cheek. She looked up at him, her eyes glistening with desire. He touched his forehead to hers and sighed a deep breath. He was aware that her lips were just an inch from his. He pulled back slightly and dropped his gaze to her full, soft lips. They leaned towards each other as his lips gently brushed against hers. She pulled back slightly. The electricity between them was unbearable. His touch ignited the flame within her, leaving her begging for more. How could one man have this kind of effect on someone? She looked into his dark brown eyes, which looked upon her with a lazy gaze. He cupped her chin and ran his fingers through her hair.
K-So beautiful...
She smiled and wrapped her arms around his neck. The blanket that was on her shoulders fell to the ground as she pulled him closer. He felt her lips parting under his as he sat her in his lap. She moaned out in pleasure as his tongue caressed hers. She angled her head trying to deepen the kiss. Time seemed to stand still. All they were aware of was each other. Never again would she deny her feelings for him. They broke apart a moment later, both gasping for air.
A-What are you doing to me?
K-Hopefully, the same thing you are doing to me.
A-Keith, I want you so bad.
K-We shouldn't do-
She put a finger to his lips.
A-Don't. please don't deny me your love.I need to feel you. I need you. Please...
It was the last please that did it for him. How could he deny her? For three years he had fantasized over this moment. He knew there was no turning back as he felt her soft plaint hands skim the surface of his strong muscular chest. Needing to touch her, his fingers combed through her hair and pulled her lips to his. She wrapped her arms tighter around his neck needing to feel his body touching hers. He kissed her cheek, jaw and neck with butterfly kisses. He thought he was going to burst with desire. As she unzipped his flight suit, he unclasped the buttons on her dress. The pink satin fell off her shoulders to the ground as he gently laid her back on the blanket.
I had to repost the first two chapters, some how they switched around making it very confusing to those who just read it for the first time! Sorry about the mishap!! Happy Reading!!
This is written in script format, sorry if it is hard to read! please review! Voltron, I love them, but don't own them.
It was a warm sunny day on the planet Arus. Things had been peaceful on the planet for the last month. Zarkon hadn't sent any of his doom ships to attack, which left everyone wondering what he had up his sleeve. Since it had been quiet lately, everyone had decided it was a good day to take a break. Hunk, Pidge and Lance were playing a game of volleyball. The two teamed up against Hunk was an unfair match, but Keith didn't feel like playing. Instead he was lying down on the blanket next to the picnic basket. He was watching the clouds move and take on new shapes. He couldn't remember the last time that he felt this at peace. He leaned up and looked over at the guys playing. They had started arguing about Lance touching the net, and that it should have been Hunks ball.
A-What are you thinking?
She broke through his train of thoughts. He looked over to where she sat holding a book in her hand.
K-I was thinking that I need to get away from all this racket. I think I'm going to take Stallion for a ride.
A-That sounds nice, would you mind if I came along with you.
K-Of course you can come. I'll radio Coran and let him know what we are doing. I'll meet you at the stables in about ten minutes?
A-Alright.
She began to walk towards the stable. He still sat there on the blanket wondering what he had just gotten himself in to.
K-This is a bad idea Keith, he said to himself.
He radioed Coran and went to go meet Allura.
While waiting for Keith, she had packed her saddle with a blanket, a couple of Arusian apples and a water canteen. She was looking forward to their ride. It had been a long time since they had rode together. It had been a long time since they had done anything together. She knew that something was on his mind lately but she couldn't get him to open up. Whenever she would try to talk to him, he would always change the subject. It also seemed that he was trying to avoid her at all costs. She hoped that she was wrong with her assumption. A smile came to her face as she thought about her dashing Captain. She couldn't remember exactly when she started seeing Keith as something more that a friend. Perhaps she always did, but just figured it out. She had always hoped that he felt the same but knew that he didn't. Otherwise why would he try so hard to avoid her?
K-Are you ready?
She jumped and turned around not expecting to see him yet.
A-You frightened me.
K-I'm sorry, I thought you heard me come in.
A-It's all right. I should be used to you doing that by now.
He gave her one of his famous lopsided grins as he helped her on to the saddle. He knew that she was referring to the nights that she couldn't sleep. Countless times she would walk out to the balcony for fresh air, just to be greeted by him a few minutes later. It was almost as if he could sense that she couldn't sleep, because within moments he was there next to her. Half the time her thoughts kept her awake because she couldn't get him out of her head. They galloped side by side but neither said a word. Keith kept glancing at her from the corner of his eye. She was beautiful. An angel sent from the heavens above. He took a moment to study her soft features as the gentle breeze whipped through her golden tendrils. Her skin was a soft shade of ivory and her eyes as blue as the ocean. She had stolen his heart the second he laid eyes on her three years ago. He wished things could be different. How many nights had he gone to sleep with visions of her in his head? How many times had he wished that he were a prince just so he could have a chance with her? Even if she wasn't a princess, did she feel anything for him? He let out a deep sigh as he pulled on the reins to stop his horse.
K-I think this is a good place to stop.
A-It's beautiful. You've never brought me to this side of the forest.
He jumped off his horse and walked over to hers. He held up his arms to her to help her down from the horse. As she slowly slid in to his arms she felt him pull her tighter almost like an embrace. She couldn't look up in to his eyes, not with him this close to her. He slowly let her go and grabbed the blanket from her saddle. He laid the blanket down on the ground. They both sat down on it and looked around. Allura looked at the wildflowers that were to her left. She plucked one and brought it to the tip of her nose.
A-What a beautiful but odd-looking flower. I've never seen one like it before.
K-On Earth, we call those lilies.
A-Lily, what a pretty name.
K-The meaning of the word is beauty.
He took the flower from her and broke the stem a little shorter. Then he leaned over her towards her and stuck it in her hair above her ear. He tucked a golden lock behind her ear to hold it in place.
K-There, now it's beautiful.
She smiled weakly as she felt the color in her cheeks rise.
A-Thank you.
He looked away from her. What was he doing?
A-Penny for you thoughts?
K-What? Oh it's nothing really.
A-Keith why don't you talk to me anymore? I feel like I don't even know you.
K-Allura really, it's just something I have to deal with.
She leaned a little closer and took his hand in hers.
A-There has to be something I can do. Let me help you with your problem.
K-You can't help me with this problem.
A-Why not? You're not even giving me a chance-
K-Princess please, it's a very personal problem. One day perhaps, I'll talk about it, but now is not the time.
A- I'm sorry, I didn't mean to intrude.
K-Don't be. It's nice to know you care.
Allura was about to say something, but the crimson blush in her cheeks wouldn't allow her to. Keith noticed her embarrassed look, and turned the other way. He didn't want to embarrass her anymore. He was glad to know that he was off the hook. He knew he couldn't answer her question with out his true feelings showing through. As they talked and joked of old times, he glanced at the sky and saw bright shades of pink and orange.
K-Maybe we should head back, we've been gone for quite a while.
A-Your right. Besides, I owe Lance a game of strip poker.
K-What?
A-Lance is teaching me a new card game tonight.
K-He won't be teaching you that game any time soon.
A-Why not?
K-Let's just say it's Lance's idea of playing a joke on you.
A-Thanks for the warning. I'll get that little scoundrel for that.
Keith chuckled at the way her nose wrinkled when she made her frustrated face. He often forgot how innocent she was. It was also funny to know that she had never heard of strip poker before either. A couple of hours later, the whole gang was in the rec room. Pidge, Hunk and Lance were all playing cards, while Allura and Keith were sitting on the sofas reading books. Keith glanced over the top of his book to study the princess. She was beautiful. He swore that every time he looked at her, he fell more hopelessly in love with her. He wanted to take her in to his arms and never let her go. Allura looked up at him and their gaze held for a moment. Keith looked away first, and cleared his throat. Allura smiled knowing that she had caught him staring at her. She looked at the window and then left the room. She pulled on a cloak and walked out in to the garden. She sat on the grass next to the fountain. A moment later, she heard a sound behind her. She grabbed out her blaster and aimed it towards the bush in front of her.
A-Show yourself or I'll shoot.
Keith slowly walked from behind the bush, his hands in the air.
K-Don't shoot, I surrender.
She lowered her gun as she recognized him, the smirk wearing off his face.
A-Keith what are you doing here?
K-I just wanted to make sure you were ok.
A-Yes I'm fine.
K-Oh.
He didn't know what to say. He knew that he had been caught eavesdropping and figured it would be best not to lie to her.
A-Why are you really here?
He took a seat next to her on the grass. She was so close to him that he almost shivered.
K-I've noticed that you come out here, each night at about the same time.
A-Your saying that you follow me.
K-Well...I..uh...
A-It's all right Captain. I suppose I should feel a little safer knowing this.
She smiled at him trying to relieve his tension.
A-I come out here every day at the same time. This is my favorite time of the day.
K-Why?
A-When I was younger, my father and I would always come out here together around this time. He used to call it twilight. It's not exactly night time, but the day is clearly over. It's a crossover time, a time for a new beginning. We would just come out here and sit, until it was completely dark. He noticed the sad look on her face and wanted to wrap his arms around her.
A-I guess, this just makes me feel closer to my father. I've done this for years. I come out here to clear my mind of things that are bothering me.
K-What's bothering you now Princess?
A-Nothing.
He took her small hand in his own and brought it to his lips. His touch was electrifying, and the deep stare of his eyes bore a whole in her soul. He helped her up and caressed her cheek with his fingertips. Against his better judgment he felt her hands wrap around his waist as he pulled her closer. Just as she closed her eyes in anticipation of his kiss, his communicator beeped.
K-Keith here.
C-Keith, It's Coran. There might be trouble headed our way.
K- We're headed back right now!
The two of them ran towards castle. With in minutes they were running down the halls toward castle control.
K-Coran, what's wrong?
C-There is an unidentified ship preparing to enter Arusian atmosphere. I want all five of you to check it out.
K-Let's go team.
They all ran towards their portals to get to the lions. Within minutes they were in the air. Their radar locked on to the ship's coordinates. Keith opened a link to try to make contact with the ship.
K-This is Commander Keith Andrews of the Voltron Force. Please identify yourself or we will be forced to fire.
He pulled the controls of his cannons into his hands. He locked on the target while waiting for a response.
K-Again I repeat myself, identify yourself or I will fire.
The rest of the team waited in anticipation. Why were they not responding? Keith was getting angry. Keith fired a rocket across the hull of the other ship. He did not want to hit it, but he did want to convey a message.
K-That was a warning shot. I will not miss if I have to fire again. Identify yourself at once!
L-Keith they're not responding!
P-What do they want?
Keith waited a minute longer and then fired a direct hit at the ship. Everyone watched as the rocket dove and hit the ship. As the smoke cleared, they were all shocked to see that it didn't even scratch the ship.
H-What the hell is going on?
L-Did you see that? It didn't even hurt it.
Keith fired out two more shots. Again they did not respond, and his rockets did nothing to damage the ship.
A-Keith, what should we do?
The minute she spoke, a red beam of light shot from the ship and engulfed the blue lion. Her lion was frozen. No matter what she did, it wouldn't respond. It was on lockdown and malfunction lights were blinking all around her. Then an electrifying bolt was shot at her ship. She screamed aloud as fire coursed through her veins.
K-Allura, pull up!
She continued to scream out in pain. Keith didn't know what to do. He couldn't risk getting his lion caught in the crossfire of the red beam being fired at the Princess. He fired more rockets at the ship. The rest of the team started to fire as well. Their shots did nothing to help Allura.
K-Princess, Can you hear me?
He brought her lion up on his monitor. He could see her screaming and holding her head in her hands. He had never heard such a bone-chilling scream before. Finally the red beam that surrounded Allura's lion disappeared. Her Lion started to freefall towards the ground.
K-Allura! No!
She was falling to fast; she would never be able to regain control before she hit the ground. He dove towards her. Her lion plunged in to the lake just outside the castle. He only had seconds at the most to save her. He dove in to the lake and swam down to the lake floor. He found her and used the mouth of his lion to grab her lion's leg. He had to get her out of there. He knew from the blast that she received, it would take in water. He landed setting the rear of her lion on the ground. He opened the hatch and jumped out of his lion. He looked up at the sky. The ship had disappeared and the rest of the team was landing, coming to help him. Keith ran towards her lion praying that she was alive.
K-Allura, answer me damn it!
He said as he tried to use his communicator to get through to her. He climbed the lion towards the hatch. He ripped the hatch open and looked inside. The computers were showering with sparks and shorts. He looked down at Allura and saw that she was still buckled in her seat, submerged in water that it had taken in from the fall.
K-No!
He dived in and tried to get her face above water but couldn't. He reached for her seatbelt. It was jammed. He heard the other guys come running up on to her lion.
L-Keith how is she?
K-I need a knife! Now! She's drowning!
Hunk tossed his pocketknife down to him. He slashed at the belt and lifted her lifeless form in his arms. He carried her out the chute and laid her on the ground.
K-Get Coran and the med team now! She's got water in her lungs.
The others went running towards the castle. Keith started pumping on her chest with his fists. He pinched her nose and brought his lips down to hers. He gave a deep breath than continued pumping and breathing.
K-Damn it Princess breathe.breathe. come on, I need you to fight!
He repeated his movements and still nothing. He was not going to give up on her. He couldn't loose her. He loved her too much.
K-Allura, please, I can't loose you. I won't let you die!
Keith heard the others running up behind him. He pinched her nose and breathed into her mouth again. As he pulled his lips away from hers, he heard a gurgle in her throat. He leaned her on her side as water gushed from her mouth. Keith sighed in relief as he put his head to her chest and heard a faint heart beat and felt a very weak breath on his cheek.
D-Keith, I can handle it from here.
The medical team lifted her up on the stretcher and took her to the med wing. Coran turned to look at Keith, who was still on his knees. He had his head in his hands and was obviously shaken. Coran put a hand on his shoulder. Keith looked up at him, tears in his eyes.
C-Keith, you did all you could. Because of your quick intuition, you probably just saved her life.
He nodded his head.
C-Are you alright?
K-I'm fine. More shaken than anything. Her seat belt was jammed. I couldn't get her out. I didn't have a knife.
L-Good job Captain.
K-I didn't do anything. If it wasn't for Hunk, She would have died.
L-Hunk, only gave you a knife, you breathed life back in to her body. Come on, let's get to the med wing.
He helped Keith up. Coran was a few steps in front of them.
L-We're gonna have to call you magic lips!
For three years, Lance knew that Keith was in love with Allura. He didn't know why he always teased him about it. Maybe he was hoping to get the two of them together. He knew Allura felt the same way. It was obvious though that Keith didn't like the comment because he tossed Lance's arm off his shoulder and caught up with Coran. As they all sat in the med lobby waiting for news on Allura, Keith paced around the room. What could be taking so long? Coran noticed how upset Keith was. He knew that Keith felt responsible for her, but it was more than that. He had known for quite some time that Keith had strong feelings for Allura. He also knew that Keith would never admit that he was in love with her. He also knew that his little Princess felt the same about him. As he watched Keith, it became quite clear that he would do anything for her. He was loyal, protective, he loved Arus, and loved Allura. You couldn't find a better match. He would talk to King Alfor when he had time. It seemed that he had found the person to take his place as far as she was concerned. He hoped the King would give his blessing for them to be together and didn't believe that it would cause any problems. He was broke from his thoughts as Dr. Gorma walked into the room.
K-How is she?
Dr.-She is stable. She's got some bruises and scratches from the fall. She does have a concussion. She is breathing on her own. She is doing very well, all things considered.
K-Thank you.
C-Is there any special treatment that she will need right now?
Dr- No, we have pain medication for her, but that's about it really. She does need to be under constant supervision for the next day or so. Concussions can cause swelling of the brain and that does need to be monitored.
K-I'll stay up with her. Can we see her now?
D-Of course. Keith you may go first.
He nodded and walked towards the med hall.
D-Keith.
He turned around and looked at the Dr.
K-Yes?
D-I just wanted to say that you're a hero. The only reason she is alive, is because you saved her.
K-I wouldn't call myself a hero. Just doing my job. Her safety is my job.
Coran smiled at him and nodded for him to go see her. Keith stopped in her doorway and looked at her still form lying in the bed. He walked over to her and pulled a chair up to the side of her bed. He sat down and looked at her. She had a bandage on her forehead, from where she hit her head. Like the doctor said, she had a few small scrapes and bruises, but she still looked beautiful. He took her small hand within his own. She looked really peaceful. He tucked a loose tendril of hair behind her ear. He couldn't believe that he almost lost her today. He couldn't imagine his life without her in it. He loved her so much. He would do anything to ensure her safety, even if it meant his own life. He brought her hand up to his lips and gently kissed it.
K-Hey Princess, it's me. I just wanted you to know that you're going to be fine. The doc said you'll probably be up and about tomorrow.
He gently caressed her cheek with his thumb.
K-I thought I lost you today. I never want to have that feeling again.
He traced the bruise that was on her jaw and smiled at her.
K-Did you know that even when you're every shade of purple and black, you're still the most beautiful woman I've ever seen? I've got to go, the others want to see you too, but I'll be back shortly.
He leaned down and placed a gentle lingering kiss on her forehead. He backed up and turned to leave. He was shocked to see that Lance, Nanny, and Coran were all standing there. He didn't know what to say. They all had warm faces, even Nanny, realized how good he was for her.
K-Hey, I was just coming to let you guys know you could see her.
C-Keith, we need to speak with you in the hall.
K-Alright.
He wasn't in the mood to be reprimanded for his closeness with the princess..
K-Is there something wrong?
C-No, I just wanted you to know that we came from King Alfor's tomb just now. He thanks you for saving Allura's life. He also wants you to know that he gives his blessing for a relationship between the two of you.
K-There's nothing between the Princess and I. We're friends.
L-I suppose that's why you just kissed her.
K-Listen, no matter what I feel for Allura, she doesn't feel the same way. Even if she did, she deserves better than me.
C-Keith, they don't come any better than you. Trust your heart and everything will be fine in the end.
The next morning Allura still hadn't woken up since the incident. Keith walked in the room. He sat up with her almost the whole night, hoping that she would awake. He sat in the chair next to her bed. He took her small hand in to his and gently caressed it with his thumb. He took a close look at the bump on her head. It had gone down quite a bit. He leaned over and kissed it.
K-The swelling is going down. That's good.
He gently caressed her cheek.
K-I wish you would wake up. I just wish you would just open your beautiful blue eyes for me. He sat there in silence for a minute.
K-Princess, I promise you, that you will never have to go through anything like this again. I promise that I will protect you, no matter what happens. I just wish that I knew why that ship attacked you yesterday.
He glanced down at his watch.
K-I have some work to do, so I'll check in on you in a while. I'll send Lance to keep you company.
He paged Lance who showed up about three minutes later.
L-Hey Keith, how is she?
K-She hasn't woken up yet. The hit she took to her head has gone down quite a bit. I have to go to castle control to talk to Coran about that ship.
L-What about it?
K-Last night it occurred to me that the ship purposely attacked Allura.
L-Why do you say that?
K-It's just a funny feeling. The whole time that I fired shots at it, it never attempted to fire at me. The minute Allura turned her communicator on, it fired at her. She never fired a shot at it. It was waiting to get a lock on her. The ship just didn't know which lion she was in.
L-Why would they want to kill her?
K-Well, there could be many reasons for trying to kill the leader of a planet. That's why I want to talk to Coran about this.
L-Alright let me know if you find out anything.
Keith nodded and walked towards the exit.
L-Keith.
K-Yeah,
L-Get some rest, you like shit.
Keith smirked at him. Lance knew that Keith probably sat up with the princess the whole night. Keith left the room to go find Coran. Lance chuckled to himself. He knew Keith all too well. He sat down in the chair next to the princess. The princess started to stir around a bit.
L-Looks, like someone is starting to wake up.
A-Keith, where's Keith?
L-He just left princess.
She tried to lean up but grabbed her head in pain.
A-Uh, my head is killing me. I feel as if I hit a brick wall.
L-Close, you fell in the lake. Maybe I should call in the doc.
She nodded her head. The doctor and Coran came to greet the princess. He gave her some pain medication.
C-Princess, it's good to see you awake again.
A-Thank you Coran. Where's Keith?
C-I forced him to get some rest. He was up the whole night watching over you. He hadn't slept in 36 hours. If you want I can wake him, I'm sure he'll be happy-
A-No! No let the poor man get some rest.
Coran nodded his head.
C-I'll get nanny, to make you some supper.
A-That would be nice, I am quite hungry.
He and the doctor left, leaving Allura and Lance alone.
A-What happened up there? All I remember was Keith firing at the ship. Then it fired on me. I lost control. I don't remember anything else.
L-Your lion took on quite a bit of damage. Pidge and Hunk are repairing it as we speak. You lost control and blacked out. Your lion nose-dived in to the lake. Keith dove in after you and pulled your lion out with his. When he pulled the hatch back, it was completely filled with water. Your seat belt was jammed. He couldn't get you out. You were drowning. Hunk threw down his knife and Keith cut you free.
A-Oh my god, what happened then?
L-You had water in your lungs. You had stopped breathing. Keith did CPR on you and saved your life.
She was in shock. She couldn't believe all what had happened. Keith had saved her. Again.
A-I owe Keith my life. I wish he were here so I could thank him.
L-He'll be here Princess. He just needs to rest. He's worn out, he doesn't look good.
A-How is he?
L-He's worried about you. You know he would do what ever it takes to keep you safe. He cares very deeply for you.
A-Lance, what are you saying?
L-That's not for me to say princess, but for you to find out.
He smiled at her puzzled face. Nanny came with dinner for her, she was so happy that the princess was up and feeling better. The day went by slowly for her though. As she counted by the hours, she wondered if Keith were still sleeping. She slowly leaned up in the bed. She put her feet down on the floor and stood. Her legs felt wobbly and she thought they were going to give out on her. She had to see him. She couldn't wait any longer. She gripped the chair next to her bed to gain strength. She opened the door and peered down the hall. There were no guards around. Keith's room was only at the other end of the hall. She clung to the wall walking slowly, praying she had the strength to make her journey. What was she going to say when she saw him? A couple of minutes later she was standing in front of his door. She punched in the code and the door opened. She grabbed a hold of the doorway. She took a deep breath and took a step inside. The room was dimly lit. She was exhausted; she needed to get to a chair. She knew that she couldn't stand much longer. The pounding in her head was getting stronger. So this is why the doctor wanted her to have two more days of bed rest. She looked around the room and didn't see Keith. Her eyes filled with tears. She wanted to see him so bad. Now she didn't have the strength to get back to her room, and she didn't have her communicator on her. If only she could make it to the chair. It was only about five steps away. She tried to take another step, and her legs gave out. Just as she started to fall, she felt a strong pair of arms circle her waist and pull her close. She looked up to see Keith looking intently at her.
K-Princess, what are you doing here? You can't be walking around like this.
She broke in to a quiet sobbing. She couldn't speak to him. She felt like her tongue was tied up in knots. She just wanted to stay in his arms and never let go. He gently lifted her in his arms and carried her to the bed. He sat down, sitting her next to him. She clung her arms around his neck, and he pulled her closer to him. He rested his chin on her forehead, content to be this close to her. She pulled away enough to look at him. His gaze was filled with concern and worry. He wiped a tear on her cheek with his thumb and wondered what she was thinking.
K-Why did you come here?
A-I had to see you.
K-You know that I would have came to you. I'll always come to you.
A-I owe you my life.
K-Nonsense. I was just doing my job.
A-Your job isn't to breathe life back into a dead body.
K-Ally you of all people should know that I don't give up that easy.
He rested his palm on her cheek. She moved her face with his palm, a smile of contentment on her lips.
A-Thank you, you risked your own life, to save me. I just needed to see that you were all right.
K-I should be asking you that.
A-I'm much better now.
She glanced up in his dark brown eyes, hoping to see that he was feeling exactly how she was. As usual she couldn't tell what he was feeling.
K-Come on, I should get you back to your room.
A-No, please not yet.
K-I don't think it's a good idea to stay here. Coran and the others might think something.
She was hurt. Again he made it clear that he only thought of her as a friend. She jumped up from the bed. She forgot that her legs weren't at full strength and she swayed and his arms came up around her to steady her.
K-What's wrong? Why are you mad at me?
A-Let go of me! I'm not mad at you and I'm not an ingrate. I don't need you to carry me back to my room. You're relieved of your duties.
She looked the other way unable to face him. She didn't even understand why she snapped at him so badly. He grabbed her by the arm and spun her around to look at him.
K-Princess, I don't know what I did wrong, but don't ever think that you are just some job, or burden to me.
A-What am I to you then?
He pulled her close to him and buried his face in her hair. She clung to him and placed her hands on his chest.
K-Words can't describe what I feel for you Allura. My first and last thought everyday is you.
He kissed her soft and gentle. The feather like touch of his lips sent a bolt of heat straight through the core of her body. Wave after wave of sensation filled his mind as the sweet scent of vanilla intoxicated his senses. Never had he known that a simple kiss could be so powerful. For years he had obsessed over the fantasy, but the reality was much sweeter. Her swollen lips parted allowing him to deepen the kiss eliciting a soft moan from her. Her knees felt like jelly. He must have felt her give because he buried his face in her neck, holding her to him with an iron like grip. It seemed right to be together like this, no pretenses, no stations, just two people in love. He knew that his only mission in life was to serve her and make her as happy as possible. She pulled his head down to hers again kissing him, and letting him know that she was more than happy to stay this way a while longer. Her blue eyes twinkled with desire and he felt the heat within her. He brought his lips to hers again, this time with more passion. As her lips parted under his, he slid his tongue in her mouth, reveling in her sweet taste. A shiver ran down her spine, as she felt flushed. She thought she was going to melt in his arms. She moaned in pleasure as her tongue danced with his. His tongue tasted every curve in her mouth as his hands traced a small pathway up and down the small of her back. She pressed her body close to his setting him on fire. Strong hands grasped at her waist, pulling her closer, as he deepened the kiss. He didn't want to stop, but knew that he had to. Why couldn't he let her go yet? She backed him up towards the bed and he felt the mattress nudge his leg. Allura was pushing him to far. He was only a man. All he wanted was to sweep her in his arms and make love to her. He ripped her arms off of his neck but still held her close to his form.. Holding each other close they fought to catch their breath, bodies aching, lips burning.
K-We can't do this.
A-Keith, what's wrong.
K-This, everything. I won't mock my feelings for you.
A-What are you talking about?
K-Allura, The only thing I want to do right now is throw you on that bed, and have my way with you. I won't do that to you. You mean too much to me.
A-I'm sorry. This is my fault.
K-No, don't you see-
She turned to leave, slightly embarrassed by what he said.
K-Princess wait,
Just as he went to stop her, his communicator beeped. He sighed a deep breath.
K-Keith here.
C-Keith, come to castle control, it seems that our friendly ship has returned.
K-I'll be right there.
K-Stay here.
A-I will not, I need to know what is going on. This is my kingdom.
K-Fine, come on.
They walked quickly to the control room with the help of Keith supporting her weight. There was so much that Keith had to say to her, but now was not the time to do it. They walked in the room, the rest of the team already waiting.
C-Princess, what are you doing out of bed? You should be resting.
A-Coran, please, I'm fine, just a bit of a headache. Where is this ship?
Keith brought it up on the view screen. It was starting to enter Arusian atmosphere again. Keith had a bad feeling about this.
K-Come on team, let's find out what the hell they want.
The team started towards the chutes, including Allura. Keith saw her following them.
K-What do you think your doing?
A-I'm coming with you.
K-Like hell you are.
A-I beg your pardon!
C-Princess, Keith is right.
A-I will not sit around and let the two of you tell me what to do. I outrank both of you.
K-Not when you're in the lions. You might be my employer, but when we are in the air, I'm your commander.
A-Don't you dare speak to me like that!
She spun around him and walked towards her chute. He ran up beside her and grabbed her arm.
K-Allura, please, don't go up there. I'm begging you. We have no idea what we are up against. All I know is that last time, they singled you out and you almost died. Your hurt, I can't protect you. You saw, my weapons didn't even scratch that ship. Please, don't make me worry about you again. Stay here and watch over the castle.
She looked up in his eyes and saw that they were pleading with her to stay. She didn't want to be the reason for distracting him.
A-I'll stay.
K-Thank you.
A-Be careful.
He smiled at her. She was worried about him now.
K-Aren't I always.
A-I'm serious, come back to me alive and well.
He took her small hand in his and kissed it.
K-I promise.
With that he ran to his chute and geared up with the rest of the team. Within minutes the four lions were searching for the other ship. They came up to it and pulled out their cannons. They all fired at it, again nothing doing any damage.
L-I don't get it, they must have some kind of power shield.
The ship sat there for a minute as if studying them. In a flash it disappeared.
P-Did you see that?
H-It's gone!
K-It left because the Princess isn't with us. It's after her. Come on, let's head back. I have a bad feeling.
They headed back towards the castle and went to the control room. Coran and Allura were there waiting their return.
A-What happened? We saw it just disappear.
K-The ship didn't attack. I think it left because you weren't with us.
A- What do they want with me?
K-I don't know. You're a very powerful person Allura. You're the sole ruler of planet Arus. Arus is a member of the Galaxy Alliance. Plus, you hold the key to Voltron.
C-Keith is right, there could be any number of reasons for their attack on you.
A-God, I've been beaten up before, kidnapped, forced to marry Lotor, drowned, now there are people who wish to assassinate me.
She chuckled at her comment and noticed that Keith wasn't laughing.
A-Lighten up Keith, it was only a joke.
K-Sorry princess, I don't see anything funny about that. Look, before you scream at me, know that I'm only doing this for your best interest. I'm suspending you from the team for at least a month.
A-What? How could you?
K-I want Sven to come here and pilot blue. I don't want you risking yourself right now.
A-I won't let you do this to me.
L-Princess calm down.
A-I will not calm down. I don't know why, but our Commander thinks he can just tell me what to do.
She turned to face him, daggers in her eyes.
A-I will not yield on this decision. If you don't like it, you can go to hell!
K-If that is what you want, fine go ahead. I won't stop you. Don't you realize that those people want you dead! I don't know how to stop them! At least not yet. Zarkon can be behind this. Are you willing to take that chance?
Allura was shaken by Keith's voice. He was screaming at her. They had had many fights in the past, but she had never seen him completely loose it before. He slammed his fists down on the table. He had to calm down. He stormed out of the room leaving her in shock. She looked at the rest of the team. They were staring at the empty doorway as well.
A-You all understand don't you?
L-Princess, Keith is right. These people are trying to kill you. Why are you trying to give them any easy target?
A-I have an obligation to defend my kingdom.
L-Which you did it from the castle, until Sven got hurt.
P-They're right Princess. You can't go up in the air right now. Besides blue won't be ready for about two weeks. It took a lot of damage from your fall.
A-I can't believe I spoke to him like that. I don't know what's come over me. He hates me right now.
L-Keith could never hate you. He's just upset. He's worried about your safety.
A-I should go talk to him.
Lance grabbed her arm.
L-Just let him be for a while. He needs to cool off.
She knew he was right and nodded her head.
A-Alright, I think I'll just go get some air.
She headed towards the garden. Today had to be the worst day of her life. Just two hours ago, she was in Keith's arms, and he was kissing her. Now he was hiding from her, fuming mad. She had tears rolling down her cheeks and didn't know what to do or how to apologize. She had even swore at him. She leaned up against the fountain and sat on the grass and cried.
About fifteen minutes later, Keith knocked on Lance's door.
L-What's up?
K-Have you seen Allura? She's not in her room or in the rec hall.
L-I don't know. She did say something about getting some air. Mean anything to you?
K-Damn it. Yeah, I know where she is.
L-What's wrong?
K-I just yelled at her about her safety, now she takes off to go to the garden. She acting like this is a big joke.
L-Keith take it easy on her. She's just stubborn. Like someone else I know.
Keith smirked at him. He knew Lance was right. He needed to repair the damage that had been done with the Princess. The image of her in his arms popped in to his head again and made a smile appear on his lips. He couldn't stay mad at her long. He made his way to the garden carrying two blankets. A few minutes later, he peered around a bush and saw her sitting on the grass crying. He was upset because, he knew that she was crying over what he said to her. He slowly walked over towards her. She heard him walk up behind her, but couldn't bare to look him in the eyes. She knew that she looked a mess and didn't want to deal with him right now.
A-Keith, please go away.
K-I can't.
A-Why not?
He laid out the one blanket to sit on, and placed the other around her shoulders. He plopped down a couple of feet from her and patted the empty spot next to him. She slid over to him. His arm brushed up against hers and sent chills down her spine. He pulled a lily out from behind his back.
K-Because I've come to make peace.
She took the lily and smelled it's beautiful scent. She remembered their talk in the woods yesterday about the flower and smiled.
A-Thank you.
K-Ally, I'm sorry for-
A-No let me say my piece first please.
K-Go ahead.
A-I'm sorry for everything I said. I don't know why I snapped at you the way I did. I'm not used to having people tell me what to do in front of others. I was wrong to say what I did, and I do understand your reason for suspending me.
K-I don't want anything else to happen to you.
A-If you would have asked me earlier, I would have said yes.
He put his arm around her and pulled her close to him. He rubbed her back in a soothing way and kissed her forehead.
K-Then you won't fly for a while?
A-No, I promise.
K-Thank you.
She nodded her head and rested it on his chest. They sat like that for a while, neither of them saying a word. He finally tilted her chin up to meet his dark eyes. His eyes were twinkling in the moonlight, and he leaned close to her and placed a gentle kiss on her lips.
K-Yesterday was the scariest day of my life. I thought that I had lost you. I never want to come that close to losing you again.
A-Lance told me that you gave me CPR. You saved my life.
She traced his lips with her fingertip. He planted a soft kiss on her finger.
A-Magic lips.
Keith chuckled remembering that Lance had said the same thing.
K-I don't know if I would say that.
A-I would, because I feel as if I'm under a spell whenever they touch me.
She caressed his cheek with her palm. He kissed her palm and looked into her ocean blue eyes.
K-I love you.
Her eyes opened wide in shock.
K-You're a princess, I'm a pilot. I know that this is wrong.but in my heart it feels perfect. I can't stop thinking about you.
A-Me neither.
She had tears of happiness rolling down her cheeks.
A-I love you too.
He gently wiped one of the tears that had rolled down her cheek. She looked up at him, her eyes glistening with desire. He touched his forehead to hers and sighed a deep breath. He was aware that her lips were just an inch from his. He pulled back slightly and dropped his gaze to her full, soft lips. They leaned towards each other as his lips gently brushed against hers. She pulled back slightly. The electricity between them was unbearable. His touch ignited the flame within her, leaving her begging for more. How could one man have this kind of effect on someone? She looked into his dark brown eyes, which looked upon her with a lazy gaze. He cupped her chin and ran his fingers through her hair.
K-So beautiful...
She smiled and wrapped her arms around his neck. The blanket that was on her shoulders fell to the ground as she pulled him closer. He felt her lips parting under his as he sat her in his lap. She moaned out in pleasure as his tongue caressed hers. She angled her head trying to deepen the kiss. Time seemed to stand still. All they were aware of was each other. Never again would she deny her feelings for him. They broke apart a moment later, both gasping for air.
A-What are you doing to me?
K-Hopefully, the same thing you are doing to me.
A-Keith, I want you so bad.
K-We shouldn't do-
She put a finger to his lips.
A-Don't. please don't deny me your love.I need to feel you. I need you. Please...
It was the last please that did it for him. How could he deny her? For three years he had fantasized over this moment. He knew there was no turning back as he felt her soft plaint hands skim the surface of his strong muscular chest. Needing to touch her, his fingers combed through her hair and pulled her lips to his. She wrapped her arms tighter around his neck needing to feel his body touching hers. He kissed her cheek, jaw and neck with butterfly kisses. He thought he was going to burst with desire. As she unzipped his flight suit, he unclasped the buttons on her dress. The pink satin fell off her shoulders to the ground as he gently laid her back on the blanket.