Hey there again! Here's my next ToS story, with Sheloyd, Kraine, and slight Kranna. Kratos returns to the newly reformed world with a big surprise for Lloyd. It's not gonna be very long, but I still hope you enjoy!

It has been a whole year since the worlds of Sylverant and Tethe'Alla were reunited. Raine and Genis has had great success with their quest to rid the world of the discrimination of half elves. Regal had regained control over the Lazareno Company and was doing his best to help rebuild the ruins of the world thanks to its reunification. Thanks to him and help from Presea, they had returned Palmacosta to its former glory, as well as Ozette. Colette and Zelos, neither now needed as Chosens, returned to their homes to live a peaceful life, but they both made frequent visits to each other, which has now led to Zelos leaving his perverted ways and keeping his eyes on Colette (Shock, horror I know). Kratos had still not returned from Derris Kharlan. As for Lloyd and Sheena, they were having great success with their quest to rid the world of Exspheres, and almost equal success with their relationship. In fact Lloyd was planning to tell her how he felt that very night.

Lloyd and Sheena were sitting together on his bed in their room, in an inn in Asgard; both were slightly red in the face. It was late and both were in their night clothes ready for a good night sleep.

"Well, Sheena." Lloyd started, "There's something, I've been meaning to tell you."

"Yes Lloyd." She replied, blushing slightly.

"Well...you see...for a long time now I've had these feelings for you and..." he was blushing furiously. "Sheena...I..." but before he could say another word, there was a loud knock on the door. "Dammit!" he cursed under his breath.

He sighed in annoyance as he stood up and walked towards the door. He opened the door just enough to poke his head out.

Stood there was a young man, holding a small letter in his hands, "Sorry to disturb you at this hour, sir, but are you, by any chance Lloyd Irving?" he asked.

"Yes I am." He replied, too annoyed by this idiots' interruption of his attempt to tell Sheena how he felt, to say his usual response.

"Well, a letter has arrived for you sir." And he handed over the letter, and before even waiting for him to say thank you, he left.

He opened the letter curiously, read it through quickly, and gasped in shock.

"What is it Lloyd?" asked Sheena, worried something bad had happened.

"Dad's back!" he exclaimed gleefully.

"Dirk?" she asked confused, "Where'd he go?"

"No, Dad! He's back from Derris Kharlan!" he was literally jumping up and down in joy.

"Kratos?"

"He's in Iselea and wants us to meat him there." He continued, "Lets go!"

"Hold it, big guy!" Sheena stopped him, "It's late and we're tired. I'm sure it won't hurt waiting one more night will it?"

"Of course not," he laughed apologetically, "Sorry, Sheena."

"Don't worry Lloyd. By the way, what was it you were going to tell me?"

Lloyd started to blush again, "Well...you see," he'd lost his track. "I...love you Sheena."

She gasped in shock, "Oh, Lloyd!" and she flew herself onto Lloyd, hugging him as tightly as she could, and then gave him a short but lustful kiss. "I love you too!"

Lloyd felt as if this was the happiest day of his life; his true father was returning home, and Sheena, the only one he had ever loved, said she felt the same way. He couldn't stop himself from smiling, as he returned Sheena's hug.

After giving Lloyd another quick kiss, she whispered into his ear, "Lets get to sleep, I assume you'll wanna leave as soon as possible to get home." She then yawned loudly.

"And the fact that you're really tired has nothing to do with it." Lloyd laughed. Sheena just giggled softly, before falling asleep in his arms. Lloyd smiled lovingly at her, as he picked her up, and placed her in the covers of her bed. "Night Sheena." He whispered before he entered his own bed, and quickly fell asleep.

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Sheena was leaning backwards into Lloyd, her eyes closed, the expression on her face showing that she was enjoying every minute of their time together. They were both riding Noishe, who was also seemed to be enjoying himself.

"I can't wait to see dad again!" Lloyd exclaimed, his face showing a giant smile.

"You only just realised he was your father," Sheena responded, still holding her loving expression, "it must have been hard to see him leave."

"That's not the only thing." Stated Lloyd.

Sheena looked up in surprise, "What?"

"Well, for ages now I've been wondering what my mom was like. Now dad's back, he can tell me!"

"Yeah, that is a good thing." Answered Sheena, yet for some reason she sounded sad.

"What's up?" he asked, sounding concerned.

"I've never known my parents, and there's a high chance I never will." A few tears welled up in her eyes, but she shook them away, "I'm glad you're able to find out about your mother."

Lloyd held onto Sheena tighter, and gave her a quick on the kiss, "I'm sorry, I forgot you had it worse than me. I shouldn't have brought that up."

Sheena turned her head to face Lloyd, and kissed up on the lips. "Don't worry." Then, as if trying to change the subject, "Hey, I've got an idea on how we can get to Iselea faster." And she jumped off the Protazoan, and began to chant. "I summon the power of Earth, Heaven, and everything in between, the ruler of all; come Origin!" (AN: sorry if that's wrong.) A four armed shirtless man emerged from nowhere.

"What is your wish, pact-maker?" asked the king of all summon spirits.

"Can you take us to Iselea?" Sheena asked hopefully.

"As you wish." He replied, and the whole scenery shifted into the houses of Iselea.

"Thanks, Origin." She said as the spirit disappeared.

"Not much has changed." Stated Lloyd, he sounded disappointed, "Come on, lets find dad." But no sooner had they turned round, they saw a reddish brown haired man in blue armour and cape, walking arm-in-arm with an orange and brown clothed blue haired woman, who had a diamond ring on her left hand.

"Lloyd! Sheena!" exclaimed the man, which surprised the couple as he always seemed to be so subdued.

"How are you doing?" asked the woman.

"Dad! Professor!" replied Lloyd, who was really enthusiastic.

"It's good to see you Kratos, Raine!" stated Sheena.

"I'm glad you're here, son." Said Kratos, "There's something I've got to tell you."

"Sure, dad, what's up?"

"Well you see, Raine and I are getting married!"

And there you have it, the 1st chapter. How will Lloyd take the news? Find out next time. See ya!