A/N: As this fanfic is almost at the end, I decided to post the next chapter with this one.

CHAPTER 37.

"Very well, position!" Duncan ordered and all the guards stood in line. "As you well know, Captain Teela has abdicated the rank of captain and become her princess, so she is part of the royal family and is one of the people you will have to protect. Since my daughter's wedding, the captain's position has been vacant, but last night the king and queen hired one of the most well-trained captains. She came from the planet Etheria, she worked side by side with Princess Adora in both the horde and the rebellion. From today she is your captain and will demand respect. Believe me, just like Teela, she's not afraid to scold everyone ... "

As Duncan spoke, Lohni came in and took his place next to Duncan. Staring at the soldiers with impassive face.

'' ... understood? ''

'' Understood! '' Everyone shouted.

''Great. I'll leave them in your capable hands. They're all yours, Captain. "Duncan left and she nodded.

"Fine," she said. '' It will not be any different from what you are already accustomed to. I saw what Teela told you to do at this hour, so we'll do the same. Resistance test, I want to see what you are capable of. Fifty laps around the garden. ''

One of the recruits raised his hand.

'' Yes? '' Lohni asked.

'' Only the side garden or the whole length of the garden? ''

Another recruit laughed, but was silenced as soon as he received a look from Lohni.

"It's a valid question. The answer is: the whole length of the garden. "She answered and raised her voice a little more. '' Listen, every question is valid, no matter what kind of question. If you have any doubts do not hesitate to ask me or any officer. "She concentrated on assessing everyone with her eyes, seeing what they were taking things seriously.

'' Any little joking will result in immediate suspension of their duties for two days. You are warriors, so you know that two days is a lot of wasted time, either for training or for anything else. "She looked at them and they all stood still. '' What are you still doing here? Go! ''

Everyone rushed out to start the exercise and Lohni heard a chuckle.

'' Just like old times ... ''

Lohni turned to her friend. ''More or less. In the old days you would be together giving orders or training with your soldiers. ''

"At the moment I can't." Adora put her hands on belly.

"And that's why I'm not complaining." Lohni looked at the guard and took a deep breath. "I did not think I would be a captain again. I do not know how to thank you, Adora. ''

''But I did not do anything.''

''Anything? You pointed me to that job! Duncan would never have found my resume among so many! "

"One of the advantages of the princess being your friend," Adora whispered.

Lohni laughed.

Without the two women knowing, they were being watched. Susan had learned very well to hide from the sight of others. There was not much to do, so she decided to spy on the palace for some news of what everyone was doing. For her it was worth it, because to know that Lohni turned the captain of guard made her smile. :::It would not take long for her to return to action.::: Susan thought.

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Days later.

'' They have arrived! '' Cringer ran through the palace shouting this, he did not stop until he reached the palace gate, where the ship the pair had just landed.

Adam had hardly stepped out of the ship when he was knocked over by his pet tiger. '' Cringer! '' He chuckled.

Teela's laughter was heard right behind him.

'' You think that's funny, do not you? '' The prince asked.

'' But of course! '' She looked up and was not surprised to see the whole family gathered, even Orko, Dree Elle and her baby were there.

After the warm welcome everyone entered the palace and Adam and Teela decided to see what their new suite is like.

"Wow," Teela said. '' It's huge! '' She ran to the bed and threw herself.

"Good." Adam commented. '' It is the fourth of the future kings. It has to be great. "He looked around the room. ''Is not here...''

"What's not here?" Teela asked.

'' The rug Cringer sleeps. Of the two one, either he will not stay with us or we'll have to bring the rug over here. ''

'' Adora said he was away for a few days while we were traveling. '' Teela blurted out.

''Out? Who, Cringer? "He asked.

'' You know, he left the palace. Decided to 'adventure'. Orko had told me that he had seen a female of the same species as the Cringer. Maybe in those 'adventures' Cringer went to see her. "Teela smiled.

'' Cringer with a partner? '' Adam asked, not seeming convinced.

'' You have yours, why could not I have mine? '' A voice was heard at the door and the tiger entered. '' I did not tell because you were on a honeymoon. But now you're back. You can meet her. "The cat jumped on the bed and lay down next to Teela.

'' And when does she arrive? '' Teela asked.

"She's already here. It's with the queen. ''

'' Wait, is this serious? You and that tigress? "Adam blurted out.

''Yes. We are together. '' The tiger answered and the prince could not help but hold back a smile.

'' Congratulations, buddy! What's her name?''

''Layla.''

"A beautiful name," Teela commented.

'' Are you coming or not? '' Cringer got out of bed and waited at the door.

Adam looked at his wife. '' This family is growing a lot. ''

"The more familiar the better." She took his hand and they followed the tiger into the throne room.

When they arrived in the throne room they found a tigress sitting near the queen, they looked at the princes and Layla walked to the prince.

"Adam ..." Cringer began. '' I want you to meet Layla, Layla this is Adam. ''

The prince stroked between the big cat's ears and smiled as she purred. "It's nice to meet you, too. Welcome to the family.''