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Chapter Thirteen

Arrival

ORB Forrest

Kira and Lacus entered the forest that was a shorter route to Josh-a. There was little danger at this time, but Mu was still uneasy about the feeling he was getting. Mu was glad that Kira was happy, but he feared that his senses about the surroundings were being dulled. He was worried that if there was ever an attack Kira would be easy prey for an assassin. Mu knew he had to be on extra alert until they exited the forest, which was where two units in the Blitz squad were waiting. Mu took a quick glance at his guards, which he was pleased they were doing there job well. Mu then glanced back to his King and Kira seemed like he was in a different place. Mu decided to test if Kira still had good enough senses in case there was an attack. Mu trained Kira so he hoped that he would pass his test. The forest was a very dangerous place to travel if there was an assassin, so Mu reached to his side, and pulled out one of his daggers. Mu wrapped it in a thick cloth so the blade would not do any damage if it connected. Just to be safe Mu flipped the dagger around so the blade would not hit him if it connected. Mu glanced back to Kira who was talking to Lacus, Mu than very swiftly aimed for his arm and threw it straight at him.

Kira and Lacus were talking like they were in there own world. Kira was laughing when he felt like something was approaching him. Kira stopped laughing, and quickly unsheathed his sword. Lacus instantly saw what happened and was a little worried. As the dagger was fast approaching him, Kira instantly turned to his side and swiped the object that was fast approaching him. Kira's sword connected with the dagger and it fell to the ground. The royal guard instantly went on alert. Lacus was frightened, and almost in tears, she thought that attack was real. The guard and Lacus eased up when they heard Kira chuckle.

"Kira," Lacus said in a worried voice.

Kira turned around to see Lacus with a very worried face.

Kira smiled, "Don't worry Lacus, this sometimes happens."

Lacus looked confused.

"Your Majesty, please get down," Some of his guard told him.

Kira smiled again, some of these guard members were fairly new so they would be unaware of Mu's actions. Kira was pleased that they were doing there jobs well.

"You will have to be faster than that though Mu," Kira told him.

All turned to see Mu, who was very pleased that Kira passed his test.

Mu laughed and rode up to Kira, "Sorry Sire, but I just wanted to make sure you weren't getting dull."

Kira looked at him, "I after all had one of the greatest teachers there were."

Mu smiled and got off his horse and picked up his dagger. Lacus and the guard saw it was wrapped in thick cloth so it would not have made a stab. That however didn't seem to make Lacus feel any better. She was extremely upset about that. The guard members were very impressed with there King's skill.

Mu got back on his horse and noticed that Lacus was giving him a very angry look. Mu was a little glad, it meant she cared about Kira, but he also had a feeling he would be better facing an entire army by himself than having to face her. Mu instantly got back to his position.

Kira noticed Lacus's stare and smiled.

"There is no need to worry about that Lacus; he did it for my own good." Kira told her.

Lacus softened her look, "But what if you had gotten hurt."

Kira smiled, "That will not happen I told you that I would always be with you."

Lacus blushed and smiled at him.

Kira gave the signal to continue and they continued through the forest. It took a few hours but they were finally at the exit. Lacus heard that the famous Blitz squad was going to help with the escort, but she noticed there was no one there.

"Kira is there anything wrong?" Lacus asked.

Kira knew what she was talking about, but decided to hear her out.

"What do you mean Lacus?" Kira asked.

"I thought we were getting an escort by the squad," Lacus told him worried.

Kira smiled, "Lacus they are already here."

Lacus looked confused, "Kira."

"This is the Blitz's squad's specialty," Kira told her.

They stopped there horses and Kira yelled out.

"I appreciate your escort," Kira shouted out.

Lacus still looked confused, until knights were showing up out of everywhere. They were able to disguise themselves well. They came from trees and bushes. Lacus never felt so amazed that they were able to do that especially with heavy armor.

"You look surprised Lacus," Kira told her.

Lacus looked at him, "Is this the Blitz squad?"

Kira smiled, "Yes, as you can see they are experts in stealth, which makes them very convenient for this sort of thing."

All the knights appeared, they immediately knelt to the ground when they saw there King. Kira got off his horse and greeted them. All were pleased to see there King again. Kira continued to greet them until he saw an older Knight approaching, which he knew, was the Commander of this detachment. Mu noticed him and got down as well.

The older knight went in front of Kira and knelt.

"Your Majesty we are all honored to see you again," The man told him.

Kira smiled, "Please all of you rise, and it is my honor to be escorted by you."

All rose and smiled at there King. Lacus was happy that Kira was loved by all his knights, she liked the fact how he always treated them.

The older knight addressed Mu, "Sir La Flaga, everyone appreciates your presence as well, we are honored to have a legend with us."

"I am just doing my job, which I have to admit can become troubling," Mu joked.

Kira heard that remark, "Mu I hope you are not comparing me to my sister."

Mu thought for a second, "I suppose you are right."

All laughed at this comment. Kira didn't want to leave Lacus alone anymore so he decided to return to her side.

"Well shall we be off Commander," Kira told him as he walked back to his horse, patting a few Knights on there armor as he was returning to his horse.

The commander was a little puzzled why he was in a rush; usually he would want to take his time in arriving.

"Our King seems different Sir La Flaga, but it seems in a good way," The man told him.

Mu smiled he knew the man must not have seen Lacus yet. "Yes you could say that commander."

The man looked at Mu, "We have been hearing rumors about him in Josh-a lately."

Mu sighed, "It seems this news is all over the kingdom now," Mu told himself.

The older knight saw Mu thinking and was about to address it when he heard a few of his knights whispering about something. He saw the direction they were staring and looked over to find The King and someone else. What was more shocking was she was dressed like she was a queen.

Mu noticed his look, "Well as you can see the rumors are true."

"So she is the one he chose, he seemed to pick well," the man said.

"Actually commander he didn't choose, they both chose each other, and I believe that she will be the one." Mu told him.

The man smiled, "Well than I think Lord Nicol will have a celebration for this."

Mu smiled, "Alright that means booze, lets be on our way.

The man laughed and took one last glance at Kira and Lacus, and he decided that Mu was right they did look great together. All the knights were as astonished as well; they really didn't know how to address her if they had to. Everyone got back on there horses and Kira gave the signal to continue.

"We are almost there Lacus," Kira told her.

Lacus smiled, "I look forward to it Kira."

Kira smiled and he again reached his hand out to her, which she gladly accepted. They now started down the road, and were really close to Josh-a.

Onogoro Allster Estate

George was in his study with Flay waiting for Jibril to arrive. George was getting very anxious he wanted Lacus out of the picture fast so he could have what he wanted. George knew his plan was not going very well so he needed an idea that would put him back in the King's good graces.

"Daddy what is taking so long," Flay whined.

George sighed, "Be patient, but I have to admit he is taking longer than usual."

They didn't have to wait any longer when a servant entered to room.

"Sir Lord Jibril has arrived," The servant told him.

George didn't even pay attention to the servant. He just waited for Jibril to walk in. Almost as if on cue Jibril walked in. George got up to greet him.

"I am glad you made it my friend," George told him as he reached out his hand.

Lord Jibril really couldn't stand George, but he greeted him nonetheless.

"How could I refuse to help you," Jibril told him.

George laughed, "Let me introduce you to our future Queen, my daughter Flay."

Flay walked over to greet him, "It is a pleasure to meet you Sir," Flay said trying to sound noble.

Jibril knew it was an act. "So Allster this is who you want as the Queen."

"That is right, it is about time my bloodline mixes with royal blood." George replied.

"I have to say she doesn't seem like the right person for the title Queen, but none of that matters to me." Jibril told them.

Flay started pouting when she heard that, but a glance by her father made her stay silent.

George and Jibril went over to his table and sat down.

"Well Allster, I saw your problem so what do you want done?" Jibril asked.

George smiled, "Well that is simple, and I want her gone."

Flay interrupted, "Just kill her."

Both George and Jibril looked at her.

"Flay we can't kill her, that would cause the King to lead a major investigation which we would not be able to hide." George told her.

"Besides the King is quite fond of her, and the people seem to be fond of her." Jibril added.

Flay frowned, "I know that everyone was treating her like a Queen, that stupid slave girl does not deserve what is mine."

"If she were to die than it could cause him manic depression which would make him useless, we are still on the brink of war and he is needed to lead." George added.

Jibril was tired of playing dumb, he knew exactly what he was going to do, and all he needed was to get George to agree, and make it seem like he came up with the plan.

"Well Allster I have an idea that should work," Jibril added.

Both George and Flay looked at him.

"Go on," George added.

"What Lady Flay said spiked an interest when she called that girl a slave," Jibril said.

"That is because that is what she should be," Flay said.

"Well then you should contact one of ZAFT's slave traders," Jibril added.

George smiled, "That is perfect we will have her kidnapped and sold back into slavery in ZAFT, which would make sure the King never sees her again."

Flay was really happy now, "That is perfect we will make that slave girl a slave again, I'm glad you came up with that daddy."

Jibril smiled he knew they would take credit for this which made his plans all that much easier.

"There is still the problem of the King searching for her," George added.

Jibril smiled, "Well then we will just have to make it look like she wanted to disappear, we will make it look like she left because she couldn't handle royal life."

George laughed, "I knew I was right in contacting you."

Jibril glanced at Flay, "Then when the King is depressed your daughter will comfort him, and that should lead her into becoming queen."

Flay was really happy know. "I just know I will be Queen very soon," Flay started jumping up and down.

"The only problem is how will we contact this slave trader?" George asked.

Jibril smiled, "I have always kept some tabs around ZAFT, all you need to do is send a messenger to this man," Jibril said as he handed George a piece of paper.

George looked at the paper and smiled, "I will set up the arrangements, this will be expensive to bring someone here to snatch her, but it will all be worth it in the end."

Jibril chuckled, "Well make sure you do this after they are back, I will handle the letter to the King stating her reasons for leaving him."

George laughed, "Alright my friend let us see this done."

Jibril smiled, "What a fool you are Allster, but things couldn't be going better for me." Jibril told himself as he left the mansion.

Messiah Outside Castle

Shiho Stellar Meryin and Luna were surprised that this man approached them. They were a little worried that they were discovered. Much too there surprise this man was not trying to detain them in any way.

"Who are you?" Luna asked.

The man smiled, "A friend."

"What do you mean a friend?" Meryin asked.

This man thought for a minute then decided that he could trust these slaves. He bent down and whispered to them.

"I am an agent for the ORB kingdom," The man said.

All four were shocked.

"How do we know you are telling us the truth?" Shiho asked.

The man smiled, "I guess you will have to trust me."

Stellar frowned, "You say that, but you are just going to turn us over aren't you."

The man looked confused, "Actually Miss my life is on the line as well here."

All four thought about that and realized he was right.

"So you will help us?" Meryin asked.

The man smiled, "Yes from what I heard you all serve some of the most powerful nobles there are in ZAFT so you would get a lot more information."

All four were happy that they now had a way that could lead to there freedom.

"So is it true there are no slaves in ORB?" Stellar asked.

The man smiled again, "Yes that is right, our King would never allow it."

Stellar smiled.

"Would we be able to go to ORB?" Shiho asked.

"Yes I would take you now, but I would like to ask for your help with getting information," The man said.

All looked shocked; they never expected to be treated like people.

All four then agreed to help him.

The man smiled, "Well I will contact you in a few days, please don't take any unnecessary risks."

They agreed and the man started walking away.

"Wait could you tell us your name?" Luna asked.

The man turned around, "The name is Andrew Waltfeld, I am listed as a colonel in The ZAFT army, but I am a commander and council member in ORB."

All watched him leave and for the first time felt noting but happiness.

ORB road near Josh-a

Kira and Lacus and the rest of the knights were nearing very close to Josh-a. Kira was explaining everything to Lacus, who in turn loved listening to him. All members of the Blitz squad were astonished that the King had someone by his side. They were finishing crossing a hill and Kira stopped.

"Why have we stopped Kira?" Lacus asked.

Kira smiled, "We are here."

Lacus looked where Kira was staring; she was surprised at what she saw. There was a lot of farm land; Lacus saw a huge estate and a few buildings around the main one. It was big, but nothing compared to Onogoro. The rest of Josh-a was farm land with houses spread across the land which she knew had to be farmers.

Kira saw her amazement.

"As you can see Lacus, this is one of the most important parts of ORB." Kira told her.

Lacus turned to face him. "It is beautiful."

Kira smiled, "Well we don't want to keep him waiting."

Lacus smiled and agreed with him.

They started riding again, they were now in front of the Main gate to the town in Josh-a. Kira saw Nicol waiting by the gate with a few Knights. Kira looked back over to Lacus and noticed she was having a good time which made him very happy.

To be continued…

(AN): I hope you enjoyed this chapter. I used the last two chapters to explain what ZAFT has planning, and what George's scheme is. The next chapter will be longer and will contain mostly Kira and Lacus. I hope to have it up by Wednesday. Bye for now.