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14. Practice Makes Perfect.

"Come on Phoebe, try harder."

Cole was standing behind his girlfriend in the basement, where they had set up a training area for her, a few days ago, once they had all received their powers. The area had a range of disposable targets scattered around it, at different heights and distances.

Although the basement was not Phoebe's first choice, she did agree it was the better and safer option for them.

"I'm trying Cole, but it's not as easy as it might seem, okay. Especially as for the past three years now, all I've had to do is be there and kick demons…..Throwing things. Completely different."

With her final words, she threw out her arm, frustrated at his criticism. However, at the same moment an electrical bolt flew from her extended hand, colliding with an old but still useable pillow that had been hung from the ceiling. It exploded on contact, sending feathers into the air.

"You control it better when your mad." the demon summarised for her, looking rather proud at the discover, while blowing away the falling feathers.

Phoebe also waved her arms, clearing the air around her. Although she seemed less impressed by his conclusion.

"Great…..and I thought Prue had anger issues."

Suddenly she stumbled forward, as somebody had jumped on her back. She shifted the weight, flipping it to the ground, where a groan was heard.

Prue materialized on the floor, rubbing the back of her head. "Oww, that's going to hurt in the morning."

"Oh, Prue." Phoebe worried, running to help her sister. She offered her hand, pulling Prue to her feet.

"I think I'm getting used to this whole invisible thing." the oldest stated, dusting off her clothing.

"Yeah, great, but don't jump me. I might have fried you." Phoebe warned, waving her hand to emphasise her point.

In response Prue folded her arms, taking her usual stance. "Wouldn't have been the first time….and anyway I was just coming to say hi, but then I heard your comment so decided to get my own back."

"By jumping on mine……Well a heads up would have been nice. You wouldn't have ended up on the floor."

"True." she replied nodding her head as she gazed round the room. "What's with the feathers?"

"Phoebe hit a target." Cole grinned, entering the conversation.

"Oh. What was it, a chicken?"

"No, a pillow." the youngest sister answered with a smile.

Cole walked over, wrapping his arms around her waist. "But she can only do it when she's mad."

"It's not fun, is it?" Prue asked with a knowing smile.

"No. how'd you do it?"

"I have issues." Prue answered, with a small smile. Phoebe also smiled at the comment. It was obvious but her sister never liked to mention it. "What are yours?" the oldest continued.

"What do you mean?"

"Well, what's triggered your power so far?"

"Um, first Paige insulted Cole..." she smiled up at him and he kissed her on the cheek, knowing what she meant. "…and Cole here, was telling me to try harder."

Phoebe turned to her sister and watched as she seemed to think it through.

"Okay, what about when you almost hit me?"

"I think that was just excitement." Phoebe replied sheepishly. Again she observed as Prue thought it through.

"I would say yours are; people's lack of trust in Cole or Cole controlling his demon half…I don't think I helped with that one." she smiled slightly.

Cole and Phoebe both offered small smiles at the comment.

"And another.." she continued. "..people's lack of support and believe in you….I didn't really help with that one either."

Phoebe was taken back by Prue's words. "What are you talking about? You've always had faith in me." She never had a brilliant relationship with Prue, but she always knew her sister would have been there for her.

"Yeah but before the whole witchy thing, I wasn't exactly the nicest of people to you." Prue replied a little ashamed.

"Well, I wasn't exactly the easiest of people to have faith in back then, plus I knew you'd be there." Phoebe responded, giving her oldest sister a hug. "You always are." she whispered.

Prue smiled, "Always will be." she whispered back.

Cole watched in wonder. Their relationship was like an elastic band, to him. At times it was stretched so far that you would think it would snap. Although it never did. Eventually it would ping back, smacking them both full force. A reminder of what they had in each other; love, faith, trust, support and dependence.

Phoebe pulled back, but kept one arm around her sister. She turned to face Cole, "I think we all need to practice," then she faced Prue, letting her know that meant her as well.

"Do I have to? I hurt my head."

Phoebe smiled, as Prue rubbed the back of her head to prove her point.

"Yep, you do.." she replied, "..I need some anger management and you, my dear sister, are the expert."

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"Okay Leo, once more." Piper called across the room. She and Leo were in the solarium with Paige.

The youngest Halliwell was sat on the wicker chair, reading a magazine, with her force field held up around her. She had been practicing with Prue, but since she had left, Paige decided that this was better than nothing.

"Piper, I think you've got it, honestly. You've deflected all of my attacks." Leo stated, although it was more obvious that he was tired.

"One more, please." she begged, knowing he wasn't good at saying no to her.

"Okay." he sighed.

Piper raised her hand, as a shinny ball of light came hurtling towards her. Then it disappeared, resulting in her grinning at her new skill.

"I love this power."

"Wow, Piper admitted she likes being a witch. We must inform the Warlock Press." Paige mocked from her protective bubble, aware that if she wasn't in said protective bubble, Piper might actually try to blow her up.

Instead she received a playful glare. "Funny." Piper replied dryly, to which her sister shrugged, thankful for her new power.

"I'm just happy you've controlled this power better than your last one, sweetie." Leo commented, walking over to his wife and wrapping his arms around her.

Piper looked hurt from his words for a moment, and Paige considered trying to put a barrier up round her brother-in-law. Nah, he's okay. He's already dead, she shrugged, turning back to her magazine.

In her husband's arms, Piper suddenly had the urge to tell him about the impending baby. I can't she then told herself, it's for the best. As if out of remorse, she pulled out of his embrace and stared deep in to his soft blue eyes.

"I love you." she said, smiling sweetly.

"I love you too." Leo beamed, leaning forward for a kiss.

"God, I wish you two would get a room." Paige scoffed, still flicking throw the pages of the magazine.

The couple broke away, both staring at the youngest Charmed One. Their response, however, was cut off by some body else.

"I would agree, but their kind of needed for a while."

The trio turned to face the person, each relieving held in breaths and Paige finally let down her force field.

"Krolan, as much as I like you, knocking is always a bonus." Piper vented.

"I apologise, but I must speak with all of you, especially Prue."

"I'll go get them." Paige volunteered, leaving the room.

There was a slightly uncomfortable silence that filled the air, and Krolan began to swing his arms a little, then let his hands rest in front of him.

"So…how is everyone?" he smiled.

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"Hey guys, we have a visitor." Paige announced, walking into the basement. She glanced around only noticing Cole and Phoebe. "Where's Prue?"

"I'm here." was the reply as Prue materialized within inches of Paige, a huge grin plastered on her face.

Paige jumped back in shock and placed a hand over her chest, while Phoebe and Cole laughed.

"Are you trying to give me a heart attack." she breathed heavily.

"Sorry…but you know you would have done it?" Prue asked, still not removing her grin.

Paige would have preferred the apology to come without the smug grin. She also knew Prue was right, she would have done the same. But don't tell her that, she told herself.

"That is not the point. The point is that power is creepy."

"I like it." Prue shrugged, still not removing her grin.

"Who's the visitor?" Phoebe asked Paige, coming up behind her sisters.

"Our favourite Elder."

"Krolan." Prue began making her way up the stairs.

Phoebe lent into Cole, as they followed her sisters. "I guess practice is over."

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"Krolan, hi." Prue greeted, walking into the solarium, followed by Paige then Phoebe and Cole.

"Hello Prue." he smiled brightly.

Paige did a double take as she noticed the gaze that passed between the Elder and her older sister. She had noticed the look before, but automatically thought she was just seeing things.

"It's nice to see you all again." Krolan continued.

"Like wise." Phoebe smiled, also noticing what Paige had moments ago. She caught her younger sister's eye, knowing exactly what each other were thinking.

"What brings you here?" Paige asked, sitting back down on the wicker furniture by Leo and Piper. Phoebe lead Cole further into the room for an available seat, while Prue and Krolan remained standing.

The Elder glanced around the room, then gestured towards Cole. "Is it safe to talk to all?"

Phoebe began to see red again. Why does everyone have a problem with Cole, she bitterly thought.

"He's trusted." Prue stated, leaving no option to argue.

Turning to Cole, Krolan smiled, "I meant no offence."

"None taken." the half demon replied, understanding the cautiousness. He would be as well.

Krolan turned back to Prue. "Good has gathered. They are waiting for you."

"Now?" she asked stunned. She was aware it was coming but it felt too soon.

"Whenever you are ready. Although I must warn you, most are not patient." he smiled, trying to relieve some of her nervousness.

"I guess it's now or never…My sisters are coming, right?"

"Of course.." he turned to Cole again, "..but I'm afraid you'll not be able to."

"It's okay, I was going to do some digging about in the underworld, see if I can find some more information." at Phoebe's imminent protest, he continued, "..I'll be safe. You go build your army."

"Actually, it's more Prue's.." she replied, giving him a kiss. "Be safe."

Cole grinned broadly, "I just said I would be." he replied, shimmering out.

Paige clapped her hands together, getting everyone's attention. "Great, so Leo, you can take your lovely wife. I'll grab Phoebe. Krolan, can you take Prue?…thanks."

Phoebe smiled, as Paige held onto her hand ready to leave, knowing what her little sister was up to.

"Paige, do you even know where you are going?" Piper asked, also knowing her sister was up to something.

"I'll follow Leo. I'm getting really good at it." she beamed, "Okay, lets go."

Before anymore was said, Paige, Phoebe, Piper and Leo orbed out, leaving behind Prue and Krolan, both equally stunned at the noticeable set up.

"I guess that leaves us." Krolan smiled some what sheepishly. He had to admit he liked Prue, but he didn't think it was that obvious. Great, I must look so pathetic right about now, he thought, trying to hide his embarrassment.

"I guess it does." she grinned back, also trying to hide the embarrassment her sisters had created. They can't leave well enough alone. she sighed. "Okay, let's go to Elderland."

Krolan took her hand, while laughing a little. "It's no Disneyland." he mused as they both vanished.

A/N: Longest chap for a while.

Thanks to Mony19 and emelie 172 for reviewing.Glad your liking.

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