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A/N: Well, it seems that everyone loved that chapter and once again I'm being too hard on myself. Oh well. Couple of you are questioning about his bros and Honor. With both of these, remember that this is purely from a Raph point of view, if he doesn't know what's going on, then neither do you! hahaha! As per the title of this chap, yes Honor is making a reappearance. Sorry it took so long but I had to get Raph settled and some characters introduced and stuff. And about the typos. Whenever I update a chapter I have very little time before I either get in trouble or kicked off the computer, so I do it kinda fast. The scary thought is that I correct half of them while I'm typing! Thank you for your patience.

Artykidd: You know if Raph could hear you laughing right now you'd be in serious trouble. Jessiy Landroz: Hmmmmm...Wonder wonder! moonie016: Do now worry, your questions will be answered in due time. Silent Water 13: You have an interesting mixture of fierce hate and pure love in that review...Hmmm. Reijiro: Don't worry, I haven't forgotten about Honor (look at the title!) And I haven't forgotten about the other turtles either. Can't tell you much more other than they will be featured in future chapters. RAPHAELFAN02: You are the only one to note on that fighting skill; congratulations. He appreciates it. And yes, I did hear your multiple 'hints'. Tewi: I'm happy to see that you're happy, of course.

Honor and Glory

I know, right! Who ever expected a triceraton! At least it explains why she's so much taller than the rest of Elentials, or why her and her sisters have some type of red hair. Geesh. You could say that it caught me a little off guard. Huh. Yeah. Well, that didn't surprise me nearly as much as what I found out later! (you beg to know, he brushes you off) Siddown! Yeesh! Let me at least tell the friggin story, I mean that's why you pop around here every time, isn't it? (you nod) Huh. Well, as I was saying, I was a little surprised to find all this out. All this, and then we still have the Dame to deal with, you know? Well, there was only one thing to do...

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I scarfed down the remaining what's-it-called and whatever-it-is and moved on to the 'mysterious meat.' It was all actually quite tasty. Not that I really bothered to taste it, it all slid down my throat so fast! Normally I don't really like being waited on, it gets me really uncomfortable, but this time I had no problem whatsoever. Vivid's Mom, Purity, was a doll! She could whip up the who-knows-what and the I-don't-even-want-to-know like a pro chef! I'm pretty sure that I've eaten through half her cupboards (do they use cupboards?) Especially the salty stuff. For some reason I can't get enough of those. That and cheese. Or at least I think it's cheese. Well, it tastes like it anyway and that's all that matters.

At first I couldn't eat a single bite. The pregnant human man, whom I now knew as Kartal and Blush's mate, was chowing down right next to me. His swollen belly just seemed wrong for a man to have. Not to mention that it was a reminder of what I was going to go through! That didn't make me feel good at all. It made me downright uncomfortable.

The moment he started speaking to me I was sure he was gay. Gay as a hundred foot rainbow. But what would a gay guy be doing purposely choosing to leave his homeworld and be somebody's husband (wife)? Not to mention I asked him, and he didn't even know what 'gay' meant. My description brought puzzlement out of him and a dirty look from the otherwise peaceful Blush. Open foot. Insert mouth.

Blush was a quiet gal, peaceful, ever so polite and always helpful. Except when I poked fun at Kartal, then she looked like she wanted to break me in half. Woah. Don't judge a book by it's cover.

Heartfelt was a different story. She had obviously stayed single for the fun of it. I'm pretty sure she's been in every type of pants in creation, but I had learned earlier about judging by appearances. Turns out I was right. She really wasn't all that bad just had a kinda perverse idea about what 'fun' was. She wouldn't leave me alone at first. I felt like popping her in the head, but she was a female, Vivid's sister, and Amuke's daughter so I thought better of it. Turns out I was right again. Vivid took care of it for me.

It started when she tried to put her arm around me (man I must sound like a pansy, don't listen to it!). Vivid just about exploded. She yanked Heartfelt back by her hair and shoved her against a wall. The two kinda wrestled for a bit, speaking words in their native tongue that made Blush blush. (hehehe) Then Amuke stepped in, grabbed both by their arms and lifted them clear in the air. No words were spoken, he just glared at them both in the eye and set them down. They were silent and practically out of sight for the next several hours.

Amuke. Yeah. Let's talk about him. What about? No clue whatsoever. Other than the 'Hello' and 'pass the salt' kinda words, he hasn't said a word to me. Considering the look he had in his eye I'm kinda glad that that's all he said to me. At least I was still alive and in one piece. Then again if I can beat Traximus I can beat him right? I mean, he's smaller than him and not as muscled. Still looks meaner than spit so I'll ignore that thought for now.

When it was getting dark it was time for bed. They would start their investigation with the Dame the following morning.

It was wierd. Purity insisted that 'living rooms weren't for sleeping in' and that I sleep in Vivid's room. I think she was almost hoping something would go on. I used some blankets and bunked out on the floor by her bed. Nothing went on and that both relieved me and frustrated me. Not really sure why. She just said good night and went to sleep. After listening to Vivid's quiet breathing all night my tail is now uncomfortably swollen.

By now I'm beginning to get an idea about what's happening to me in that retrospect. What's happening is; that stuff that happens on TV that I never watch. Right? Discovery channel stuff. I don't know. I'm kinda confused about it. I guess I'll think about it later.

Now, it's a brand new morning.

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I sidled on in the kitchen (is that what they call it?) and gave a mental groan when I saw Kartal already at the table chowing down. I don't know what it is about that guy, he's just...creepy. And I've never really found anyone creepy before. At least not like this guy. Something about him just seemed...wrong. At the place I had sat at last night, there was a generous helping of what-the-hell. Really, Purity is the best. I fought between sitting next to Kartal the wierdo or going hungry. My growling belly convinced me of the best option.

Using all the ninja stealth I could muster I slowly slid into the bench across from Kartal, who was too busy scarfing to notice my coming. growl Darn it!

He looked up and immediately perked up into a smile. I wish he wouldn't do that.

"Hey, Raph! What you up to?"

I grumbled under my breath, hoping he'd leave me alone. Kartal didn't get the hint. In fact, he thought it was friggin hilarious.

I shot him a glare (after checking to see if Blush was around) and snarled at him. Anyone who knows me knows that I'm not a morning person.

He simply twinkled a smile at me.

FINE! "Look, twinkle toes, just lemme eat my breakfast while Vivid gets back, OK?"

He shook his head. "The girls won't be back for some time. They've gone out."

My heart ran cold. "All of them?" I asked shakily.

He gave an energetic nod. "Yup. All four of them. It's just us guys."

"Really?" I squeaked out.

I shot him another look, this one slightly desperate. Did he mean that I'd be left alone with him!So long as he knows that I'll defend myself when it comes down to it... "What do you mean? Where? Why?"

"Apparently Honor and Glory'sbeen stirring things up. They're going to check it out, get information, and get the things they need to form a base plan to help you out, I suppose."

Vivid! But why..."But why didn't they include me! I'm 'part' of this operation, too! Dammit!"

He gave me an innocently shocked look. The bad part is that I couldn't tell if it was sincere or not. Man, I'm losing my touch... "Of course you are! They will always include you! But you must understand my friend," A cold shiver went through my skin "That you are a male. Females only take males out in public if there is a specific purpose, otherwise they stay at home. Not that they think of you as mere 'male,' or anything, it would just look too suspicious. Plus, more importantly, Honor has increased the security and hasn't revealed why to anyone, though I'm sure that you're part of it. If anyone spotted you and recognized you from somewhere..." He shook his head.

I sighed grumpily. I can't stand being so damn useless! Fu#k! Stubbornly I began to dig into the food and gobble down the 'mystery cheese.' Never knew that cheese was so good until now.

Kartal grinned at me. Someone help me.The man has dimples."I do believe that that is the twentieth 'cheese'" he said, using my word "you've had. Not to mention all the sodium-enriched food you've been ingesting."

With some wierd pasta looking things sticking out of my mouth I glared at him "You got a point?" I garbled through a full mouth.

He waved his hand in the air nonchalantly. "Oh, nothing. It's just that I remember having that craving during my second month."

CRAVING! Suddenly I inhaled.

Mental note. Never inhale when your mouth is full of food.

I gagged and struggled to cough. My green face must've turned purple 'cause that smile got wiped right of Kartal's face. He ran around the table to me and started pounding my shell with his fist. I gagged again, it almostwent further in, then it suddenly shot out ofmy mouth and splattered itself on the table.Immediately I inhaled a deep breath (without food this time).Oh, man! Air never tasted so good!

"Are you OK?"

I nodded shakily and shoved him away. He staggered back a bit, stared back at me then twinkled another smile as he watched me gasping for breath.

"Kinda new to this whole concept, aren't ya?"

"YA THINK!" I glared at him. "Look, I don't really like to fu#king talk about it so drop it, alright!"

He shrugged. Still with that stupid smile plastered on his face. "Suite yourself. In the meantime, if you ever want to ask me anything, feel free. After all, I..." I sent a fork flying in his direction. It twanged in the 'wood' a scant inch from his pinky finger. He looked at me. "Or not."

We continued eating in completesilence for the next I don't know how long. Then the door opened and Amuke walked right past us and out the door. I stared after him.

"Where's he going?"

Kartal looked after him. "Probably to do some work outside."

"Why doen't he eat with us or talk or anything?"

Kartal shrugged. "Dunno. He's not the talkative type. He's letting us eat because we're both pregnant." I winced. "But don't get me wrong, he's a great guy. Very forgiving."

"Forgiving? How can you glean that from his total silence?"

"He doesn't maintain silence all the time. He's just a bit shy. And I know he's forgiving because he'd have to be in order to forgive me."

I stared at him. Shy? He's got to be joking "What did he forgive you for? What did you do?"

"I'm guessing from how you look at him that you know about Triceratons, correct?"

I nodded. Yeah. More than he'll ever know.

"Well, then you'll understand completely when I tell you that I was origionally from the Federation."

What. The. Hell. Twinkle toes is from the Federation? And lives under the same roof with a Triceraton! This is just getting too wierd. It was getting to be too much to handle at one time. Way too much!

"Well, how'd you guys make out?"

"I don't really know. We just did. Neither of us agreed with what our governments or political leaders had done so it was good for that."

"If it makes you feel any better, General Blank is imprisoned along with Prime Leader Zandramon. I don't know about the Federation, but I know that with the Triceratons the Republic has been restored."

Kartal stared at me. "Wha-how do you know!"

I gave him a nasty grin. "Lets just say that I helped it happen. Now, tell me. I know who Honor is, but who is Glory? And what are they up to?"

Somehow talking and eating without a hitch, Kartal told me (while I myself chowed down, of course) "Well, abouttwo weeks ago Honor, the leader of this quadrant, became very distressed over something. No one really knows what about, but everyone was feeling the pinch. After all, she rules anything and her tantrums are felt by everyone. Her little sister, Glory seemed to be in on it, but Glory has never been anything but Honor's lackey. Glory, however, did help in her 'vacation.' After all, Glory isvery good at interstellar travel. Not that we weren't happy to see Honor gone, butI guess that you could say that we were suspicious.Especially when a week later she comes back more peeved than ever.It's getting serious. People are dissappearing. The first to 'dissappear' were theones that were reformedrevolutionists. I guess she thought they were hiding you or they knew something. Who knows what. In any case, this has been happening quite heavily.

"That's one reason why Vivid is keeping you under lock and key. She can't have you discovered. But this 'dissappearing' is having some bad reprocussions for her. Now everyone she'd been countingon to help is too scared too. They're afraid that they'll be added to that list ofnames. That's one thing that the girls are hoping to find while they're out.That and anything else that could possibly help."

We talked about it a little while longer. I felt more comfortable with Kartal now, I don't know why. Andno, I won't askhim or anyone about pregnancy. I don't think that I'm comfortable or eventolerableenough with anyone to venture into that type of territory.

After we ate wewatched holochips of news reports concerning the Dame and her sister Glory. Holo chips are interesting things on this planet. Apparently you get one per day via some type of mail or something (surprised they don't call it fe-mail. hehehe) and this holochip recieves images and recordings of news throughout the day.

We watched all the holochips for the past two weeks, just so I could get a gist of things. One thing that I'm sure of now is that they just don't give a damn. They know that they're in power and that no one can do anything about it until they die. Then a new one just like them will be put up in place. It's one seriously fu#ked up system.

Then we got a new holochip. This one was made earlier this same day. It made both of us sit straight up in our seats. Holy shit, this can't be good:

A petite (aren't they all) woman sat in front of the news desk with shining lavendar hair. She wore the same filmy, shimmering fabric all the women wore, only hers was sky blue.Her peircing blood red eyes stared straight into the camera.

"Hello ladies,Skye Akern speaking, reporting the news for today."

The screen switched to a very familiar looking building with a moving sidewalk. The security gals in gray catsuits were crawling all over the place. Skye explained the situation.

"Apparently two days ago one of the males going in for decontamination and to be checked for quarantine went berserk. He viciously attacked six of our noble testers without the slightest provacation, severely injuring many of them. The details of the attack are sketchy, but apparently the security cameras and the black holding block both failed. And this animal was also somehow able to break the tile containing the very expensive wrist locks. The families of the testers are understandably distraught and the damage done to the holding facility will require extensive replacing."

Two days? Was it really that long ago? Geesh! I can never keep track of days around here! It's kinda hard with the three suns keep in in constant daylight.

The testers are injured? Oh boohoo. My sympathy pours for them. Details are sketchy? Sketchy my ass! They just got their feelings hurt because they got their asses kicked. And what the hell do they mean, unprovoked! I was provoked up the yin-yang! Literally! Why don't they ever try to 'assume the position', I'd show them a thing or two!

I stopped my fuming when I saw what was going on next.

They camera went back to Skye, who made a show of straightening out her papers.

"We delayed so long in giving you this information because we were awaiting permission from our Lady Honor. She had requested to review the information before releasing it back to us and has given us permission to pursue the male in question. Here is the video of him before the cameras were, ah, disabled..."

It showed Raph standing demurely on the black tile as the testers held the X-ray sheet in front of him to review his pregnancy. At first the camera angle only showed his shell, then it swung aroung to get a frontal view of him. The newscasters deliberately did a close-up on his face. Then everything went black.

The screen went back to Skye with an enlarged picture of Raphael in the upper corner. "Please, ladies, do not be decieved on his complacency in that shot. This is actually a vicious male who might be inclined to attack anything that moves. Not only that, but the testers weren't able to do their work so he could be carrying any number of diseases onto our beautiful world.

"And since we all know the intelligence limits of males, it's safe to assume that he didn't get out on his own. The only suspect we have on assisting this animal is a Vivid Larka."

I felt the blood drain from my face. Not Vivid! How could they place it on her (even though she did actually help me escape). I felt fury welling up in my bones nonetheless. I sincerely hoped that she was already on her way back, away from danger. I couldn't protect her unless she was here.

A close up picture of Vivids face filled in the space in the screen below Raphs picture.

"Please, if you see either of these please take immediate action. The male, however you may wish to, is not to be harmed. One thing the studies the testers did reveal is that he is carrying a child. Lady Honor, in all of her goodnes and grace, has generously offered to take in the male for her own, not only for the child but also she states she has reason to believe that this undisciplined heathen can be rehabilitated. She has orders that the male is to be brought to her completely unharmed so that she can take the burden for herself."

"It is also believed that the Larka family is working with Vivid." Skye smiled in the camera, and suddenly the blood in here eyes seemed more than just coloring. "A reward has been placed on this vicious outlaw family of 40,000QT on the two sisters, Heartfelt and Blush and the mother Purity. 30,000QT has been placed on each of the two males residing with them, and 75,000QT has been placed on Vivid herself. It is warned that these individuals could prove highly dangerous. Also, a 250,000QT has been placed on the rogue male's head, as our beloved Lady Honor seems to have taken a shine to the creature."

She smiled again. "This is Skye Akern, signing off."

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A/N: I know, that chapter stinks. Sorry. It was one of those hurdles that you need to jumb to get the ball rolling. I didn't mean to take so long in updating, but work has (no exaggeration) been busy. Try 8-10 times our normal patient workload. I even had to come in on my day off. On top of that, I've been wrestling with about 6 story ideas that I want to try out. A couple of them you already know, but the one I've decided to launch first features Donny in the starring role. I probably won't start until I get internet in my apartment. Hopefully they'll do it right the first time, unilke the phone, gas, appliances, etc. (Yes, wonders never cease) Anyway, please feel free to offer any and all opinions, questions and especially ideas in you reviews. It would be much appreciated.