WoW!!! 45 beautiful reviews!!! THANK YOU EVERYONE!! I know, I know, the whole slang thing is a biggie, but I never notice it when I use it....sorry!! Also, I never really liked Yuki because she took Neal away and I was madly in love with him (Dom's been growing on me more though lately...), but I kinda do now. Anyway, back to my point, I purposely had her be more Tortallan-like because she's been living there for a while, she's marrying one, and she hangs out with them!! So why shouldn't she be a little more Tortallanish?? And whoever said this was rushed....um, apparently not rushed enough to everyone else - 7 chapters later they finally admitted their love. Ok, so maybe they admitted it awful fast when it came to that part, but it would have been horrific if I dragged that scene out....
Sorry for the longer wait than usual - school happens. (hahaha), but tonight I had not as much homework, and maybe another update this weekend, but don't count on it.
ENJOY Chapter 8 and review!!

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Neal, Merric and Yuki were still in the mess hall joking around when Dom and Kel walked in holding hands. No one noticed them until Dom tapped Neal's shoulder.

Oh, hello, we were just talking about... he did a double take. Were they holding hands? He pointed at their hands, his mouth opened wide unable to form words.

Yuki's face brightened. She clapped her hands and hugged the two.

When's the wedding? Merric joked. He too was slightly shocked, but still delighted.

Neal's eyes bulged. Where? What? When? Wh-who? Hippo. He shook his head. Hippo? (A/N: Sorry, that's my favorite line from my favorite show Coupling (the original o'course, and I had to put it in...)

Yuki sighed. He'll be able to talk normally in a few minutes, probably.

Dom sighed dramatically. Ah, well I kind of liked Meathead in this particular state...

Everyone but Neal laughed; he was still in too much shock and disbelief to string any words together. Dom and Kel sat down and started chatting with their sane friends.

Five minutes later, Neal finally spoke (well, more like shouted), My two best friends?!?!

Everyone was taken aback. His face became distorted: no emotions could be deciphered. Was he angry? happy? He stood up and ran out.

Kel's shoulders drooped. He hates us.

Yuki sighed. No, he's just confused - even though he'll never admit it.

Dom stood up. I should go talk to him. Yuki nodded. He squeezed Kel's hand and left to find Neal.

It took a lot of coaxing, but Kel was finally semi-assured that Neal didn't hate them and that everything would work out all right. Yuki asked, So? What happened?

Kel laughed. We both just finally admitted how we felt, and turns out we felt the same way.

I knew something was going to happen between you two! Yuki exclaimed. When's the wedding?

Kel hesitantly laughed.

The Yamani raised her eyebrows.

Kel's mouth opened and closed. She looked towards Merric for support, but he looked just as serious as Yuki. I don't know! she exclaimed in complete disbelief. We just admitted our feelings for each other for the first time, and you guys are thinking about marriage? She stopped. Besides, I don't want to settle down any time soon, he can't get married while in the King's Own, and we'd have no place to live!

Yuki whispered to Merric, I give them a few months before they start talking about it and making plans.

Kel scowled.

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Dom pounded on his cousin's door. Neal, can we talk?

Neal opened the door and without a word, let him inside.

Neal, what's the matter with you? I though you'd be happy for us! Dom sighed as he plopped onto an armchair.

Neal shook his head. He answered gravely, Are you sure this is what you want?

Dom looked confused. Why -

Dom, Kel's not some court lady. You can't just play with her heart and then just leave her. She's a knight. And if you hurt her in any way...

he stared at him straight in the eye, I know. But that doesn't matter. I love her, Neal. I lover her. I haven't courted anyone in years because I think deep down I knew Kel was the one I wanted.

Neal nodded, convinced by the sincerity in both his cousin's voice and eyes. I'm sorry, I don't know why I got so upset over it.

It's alright, Meathead. You were just protecting her. I understand.

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It was getting late and Neal and Dom hadn't returned yet, so Kel bid Merric and Yuki goodnight and started to walk back to her room.

Lady Knight, where are you off to? Dom called as he emerged from Neal's room. She turned and caught his lips briefly before Neal coughed. Oh yes, Neal has something to say.

He shuffled his feet. Sorry I got so upset. I just didn't want to see you get hurt.

Kel smiled. she whispered as she gave her best friend a hug. See - he can care! She joked.

He scowled, said goodnight, and went to get Yuki.

Dom offered Kel his arm and the two walked to their rooms.

Goodnight my Lady Knight. He kissed her lightly.

She laughed between kisses.

He cocked an eyebrow. I don't plan on sharing you. She was started to hear the seriousness in his voice. He lowered his hands from her arms and slid them to her hips, bringing them closer together. He traced the outline of her lips with his finger, causing her to shiver slightly. He was also very aware of every place their bodies touched; he could feel the heat radiating. Was this really happening? I love you, Kel, and I'd never leave or hurt you.

I know, she whispered back. She slid her own hand behind his neck, feeling him shiver at her touch. I love you too. She kissed him back, but as she was pulling away, he deepened the kiss. Her stomach did flip-flops again, as his heart almost burst in his chest. They pulled away and she walked to her door. The door clicked softly and they both collapsed on their respective beds.

They both slept very well...dreaming about each other.

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I hope that wasn't too confusing, and I hope you all enjoyed it!! I need feedback!! What would you like more of? (Besides fluff...I know most of you want that!) I can't promise anything, since it is my story, but I can try!!
REVIEW!!!!

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(AH! I want to marry Dom!!)

Next chapter: perhaps the wedding, or the trip there, or a brief summary before they leave, and then straight to the wedding, I don't know yet!!