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Kia stood on the balcony of the highest point of the building, looking out over Pandaria, the location of their honeymoon. It had been an easy choice to return to Pandaria to celebrate their marriage, since it was there that the couple first started seeing each other as more than just good friends, even if they didn't completely realize it at the time. The Pandarans had given their permission for the couple to stay at one of the larger residences, close the the vale of eternal blossoms. It was beautiful and peaceful, but also readily defensible. Anduin's small fleet of guards were able to ensure their safety without the guard's presence being too obvious to the newlyweds.

The wedding had gone off without a hitch. The event was large, bright and gold, outshining even Varian's marriage to Tiffin so many years before. The smaller ceremony in the keep garden was just as beautiful, only in a different way. Malfurion had called upon nature to make the garden look more like a jungle rainforest and Tyrande officiated the ceremony, as a high priestess of the moon goddess.

Through all of it, Kia seemed back to normal, her meeting with her uncle forgotten, with no obvious ill effects on her mind or body.

After both ceremonies, there was a full week of celebration before the king and his new queen left for their honeymoon. When they arrived on Pandaria, there were another few days of celebration. Anduin had made a significant positive impact on the people of Pandaria and they were very much eager to help them celebrate. Pandarians, much like dwarves, loved to have reasons to celebrate.

Anduin joined Kia on the balcony, wrapping his arms around her waist and kissing her gently on the neck. Kia leaned into him.

"Happy?" He asked.

Kia turned in his arms, smiling up at him. "Very." She kissed him, the kiss lingering for several seconds. "I like it here." She turned in his arms, once again looking out over the balcony. "It's peaceful."

"It's easy to forget there's a war going on." Anduin agreed. "Of course, when I'm with you, I tend to forget about everything else."

They stood quietly for several minutes, simply enjoying being together and alone. Being truly alone was something Anduin had very little of since becoming king. Being the last of a bloodline made life challenging in that way.

"Have you heard from Lantash and Quinn lately?" Anduin finally asked, breaking the silence.

Kia chuckled. "Lantash did a flyby an hour ago, while you were still asleep. According to him, both him and Quinn are enjoying the dragon hatchery. I think my dear dragon friend is learning from the more mature dragons here. Maybe he'll have grown up a bit, when we finally return home. Quinn's doing fine, as well. Apparently, the Pandaren children are keeping her entertained."

"It's good to hear they're enjoying their vacation, too." Anduin replied. He sighed deeply. "If only we could just stay here. Forget about the war and being king and just live peacefully."

Kia turned and looked at Anduin critically.

"Don't get me wrong, I know my responsibilities and I will do what I must as a ruler, but it's sometimes fun to fantasize."

Kia hugged Anduin. "You are a man of peace, being forced into the position often dictated by war."

"My life is going to be a very bumpy ride, I think." Anduin said.

Kia smiled up at her husband and kissed him quickly. "Bumpy ride or not, I'll be there with you every step of the way. You'll never travel that bumpy road alone, I promise."

"I'm counting on that promise." Anduin said. He looked out over the balcony. "Why don't we get dressed and take a walk before lunch. It's such a nice day out. It'd be a shame not to enjoy at least some time outside."

Kia shrugged. "I guess it couldn't hurt. We can't spend the entire honeymoon in bed."

Anduin guided Kia back into the room, feeling lighter than he had in a very long time, knowing Kia was by his side.

To Be Continued...