Sorry for the lack of updates. I got the internet taken away two weeks ago, and I had to sneak on the last two updates (or maybe one, I don't remember...), and school has been, well school. Not much to say about that. And I kinda have writer's block, but just a little, so bear with me people! And no, unfortunately I have not read Trickster's Queen yet. I can't buy it until it comes out in paperback since my entire Tortall collection is paperback...so I must borrow it from Azeemah or Aditi (nudge, nudge, wink wink). hehe. So, um, yeah. That's all I think. I haven't really gotten any reviews that have pleaded me to update...so, I'm assuming you're all not in suspense. And with the whole bedroll thing, I used that as an inside joke. They clearly did it on Dom's bed....but ahh, yeah. So, anyway.

ENJOY!!!

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Dom slowly opened his eyes to the noise of water splashing. He turned on to his side, and saw that Kel was gone; she was bathing - in his tub! He rubbed his temples and laughed. He sat up and put on a loincloth and slowly walked over to the door where he could hear faint singing. He leaned against the door so he could hear what the Lady Knight was humming about.

Be still my heart, lately its mind is on its own, It would go far, and wide, just to be near you. Even the stars, shine a bit bright I've noticed, when you're close to me. Anyone who sees us, knows what's going on between us, it doesn't take a genius, to read between the line, and it's not just wishful thinking, or only me who's dreaming, I know what these are symptoms of, We could be in love.

Dom smiled and slowly opened the door. Good morning, Lady Knight. He couldn't help but notice how she blushed and sunk deeper into the basin so the soap hide her body.

she whispered fiercely. He smiled, knowing how embarrassed she was, although he wasn't sure why. he laughed, just hurry up. I need to bathe too, and we need to go to that luncheon feast sooner or later...

Kel tried to swat at him, but he was too far from the basin. Yes, Sergeant, of course.

He walked back to the door. Where did you hear that song?

She looked bewildered. You heard me? He grinned. Well, I dunno, I think I've heard the court ladies sing it... He nodded and went back to his room. ...When they've finally found someone they spend their entire life with...'

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Kel and Dom made their way down to a smaller banquet hall where most of their friends were already chatting away merrily. Kel sat down next to Neal, and Dom next to her. She looked around the large table, and saw Owen and Mel quietly flirting.

I see everything worked alright with your sister and Owen then, hm?

Neal huffed. Yeah, I guess so. But I deserve it, I did set them up... Kel looked confused.

Yuki leaned over and said, We heard from an anonymous source that Owen was seen leaving her rooms early this morning...

Kel laughed and lightly punched Neal's arm. Serves you right, Mr. Matchmaker!

The two couples chatted with Neal and Yuki for a while before the new couple had to converse with their other friends. Kel started talking to Roald and Shinko when Merric and Lady Cessa walked over.

Did you hear?

Hear what?

About Cleon? At the sound of Cleon's name, Dom's head turned towards Merric.

What about Cleon? he asked dryly.

Neal had to have him kicked out last night?

Why? What happened?

He drank too much wine and was hitting on married women.

Kel covered her mouth in shock. Oh Gods...

It gets worse. Merric leaned in, his voice lower. He was hitting on both the Princess and The Lioness herself.

Kel winced. Oh Gods - what did she do?

She punched him in the nose, and Neal sent two Royal Guards over to escort him out. He tried to come back in though, and Their Majesties had him sent back to Kennan in a carriage.

Dom sat back in his chair. Serves him right. Trying to hit on all these women who clearly do not want him near them... Kel reached out and touched his arm.

He shook his head, and continued his conversation with Raoul. Merric gave Kel a confused look, but she shook her head and he made no other mention of it.

When Kel noticed that Owen was sitting by himself, she found her chance to go over and talk to him. Well, hello.

Hi Kel! He was beaming.

Aren't you a bit more cheery this morning than normal?

Well, in case you didn't know, I found someone new!

Oh, really? She asked in mock surprise that Owen obviously didn't notice.

Yeah, Lady Melanie, Neal's younger sister.

Kel smiled. I've heard. And I also heard that you were leaving her rooms early this morning... She laughed as his face turned red.

he struggled to find the right words. Well I saw you and Dom leave the ball pretty early... It was his turn to laugh at her expression.

If you make no mention of it to anyone, I won't tease you or tell anyone else.



Kel made her way back to her seat in time for the main course to be served. The table toasted the newlyweds, and they began their feasts, everyone feeling merry and happy. (Especially Dom, since he knew Cleon would leave Kel alone forever...)

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This was uber short, I know, and I apologize, but better short than none!! The song is called We Could Be In Love by Brad Kane and Lea Salonga. It's supposed to be a duet, but I changed it for obvious reasons. (They are the original singing voices of Aladdin and Jasmine and sing the BEST version of A Whole New World - which can be seen on the NEW ALADDIN PLATINUM DVD!! BUY IT NOW, I say!! NOW!!

anyway, until next chappie!