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UPDATED 2016

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Title: Conquest

Genre: Romance/Humor/Drama

Rating: R... I think.

Disclaimer: I do not own Sailor Moon yet own the rights to this story, Fergal and to the invention Wiffle Ball.. wait... that's not mine either.. drat to dangit!

Author's Notes:
Oh my gosh... I bet all the diehard Conquest fans just peed their pants. It's been like what, five months! It took me forever but I finally got enough for a chapter... It may have errors so forgive me cause I wanted to get it out to you... i was starting to be frightened by the death threats...

Thanks to all who reviewed and kept reviewing to get me off my butt. To you I dedicate this chapter: spongebob, Illussen, lyss-ling, Amber, Shisei and all of the people who didn't sign in and had cute little smilie faces or fan written by their name. Allmy love!

I lost a disk that had all of my new stories on it... i.e. friends with secrets, my three new stories to be posted in the upcoming months and TMT... I found it so I will be working on them all with rapid interest yet I couldn't post on any other story cause I promised to post on this first. TMT has not been touched since my last post... so... bare with me on that one.

Enjoy the next installment of Conquest! Be sure to read the notes for TMT on my profile and at the bottom will be teasers for upcoming Conquest chapters not to mention an explanation if none of you get what is about to unfold.

Her bare feet stepped onto the cold marble surface of the hallway. The oak door shut soundly behind her and she groaned. She sucked in a deep breath, her hair held messily in a bun on the nape of her neck as her dress hung on her petite shoulders. She was almost surprised he fell asleep. The hairs upon her neck were still standing upright as she had slipped from the room. She felt as if his eyes were upon her. A small smirk fluttered to her lips at that thought. He would never have the satisfaction of having her for a full night, how humbling for him. She choked down a chuckle and let out a breath trying to focus once more. Her eyes closed for a moment and focused her mind, sending waves through the tower searching for certain frequencies. They were all sleeping. Wonderful. Her eyes suddenly narrowed as she turned and headed slowly down the adjacent hall.

Minet!

The voice filled Minet's head and she immediately sat up. Silk sheets wrapped around her frame as blonde hair was strewn around her shoulders. A slender hand cradled her head as sleep vanished from her system.

Get out here right now.

Her cousin's voice continued and Minet's eyes narrowed. She was caught.

"Dammit," Minet whispered and the figure next to her stirred. She froze, her eyes glued to the perfect form as it settled comfortably back into the deep realms of sleep. With the greatest of care, she left the comfortable confines with regret to quickly dress. She was at the door within moments and grasped the handle. She stepped into the hallway to encounter accusing sapphire eyes. "Do not look at me like that, it bugs me," Minet snapped pulling on a jacket over her Senshi uniform. Serenity stared at her and glanced over the garment.

"Is that not his?" The Princess asked quietly, her brow curved upwards and Minet un-tucked her loose hair from it, a smirk on her pink lips. Finally, Minet's senses were awake and she grabbed onto her cousin's elbow leading her gently away from the Prince and General's wing. No need to start a scandal so soon by having the Royal Heir to the Empire caught untidy in her enemy's camp.

"Details. Fairest Princess how scandalous to have you walking the cold halls in bare feet and such an unkept look," Minet reproached and Serenity's bottom lip protruded in an indignant pout. She felt fifteen once more as Minet dragged her gently towards their quarters.

"Seducing the head general, Minet I thought that affair had died years ago," Serenity commented with a slight yawn and a slight smile came to Minet's lips.

"Great things never die," she whispered and the two women vanished down the hall.

Sunlight tickled at her eyelids as it rushed upon her system. With a sigh her lips parted into a soft pout knowing what was next to come. Her mind felt mixed as she tried to comprehend how many hours of sleep she had attained the night before. Less than a hand's count. She felt the frame next to her move and heard the approaching footsteps. Her mind attempted to play the age-old game of guessing who was coming to wake her… was it a Senshi… was it…

"Princess," a voice greeted teasingly. "You look so tired. Have you not slept well in this bed?" Lunar. Sucking in a deep breath she rose slowly, as gracefully as she could and her sapphire eyes squinted open to encounter deep red and long dark purple locks that shimmered in the morning light. She held aloft a goblet of water and Serenity took it dutifully.

"It is hard to sleep dear Lunar when Minet takes up most of the bed linens," Serenity mumbled as her eyes cast a look to her waking cousin, blonde hair strewn around her as she lay but a foot away.

"At least I do not snore," Minet yawned as her frame slowly sat up. Serenity's eyes widened and than narrowed as she brought the goblet once more to her lips and let the liquid slide in. Lunar delicately raised an eyebrow at her and than a smirk danced upon her lips as she removed the drink from her Princess's hand.

"Wake," she commanded. "I have much to catch you up on." With that Serenity watched her parent's advisor walk gracefully from the room.

"She shall stay with you always you know," Minet's muffled voice hit her ears and Serenity nodded in agreement as she stared at the now closed door to her private chambers. Although Lunar had become an advisor to her parents it was clear to all who knew her that Lunar was truly preparing for the role of staying at her side till she took her last breath and assisting her parents was only a minor role she attained while fulfilling her true calling. "She shall make an excellent advisor for you."

"As shall you. Did I miss much over this past week?" Serenity asked as she spied her cousin from across the room as she readied herself.

"Not too much. The Generals have been keeping to themselves and have not fraternized nor challenged in the least. It has been quite tedious," Minet informed as her motions quickly became automatic readying herself for the days activities. Serenity leaned forward upon her knees, sheets framed around her lithe frame as she eyed her cousin with curiosity.

"Really?" The young royal questioned and Minet glanced up towards her cousin and straightened, her fingers tightening the belt around her waist. Serenity's eyes caught with her cousin and Minet glanced towards the floor. She couldn't hide the truth from Serenity not even long enough to detain her from hearing it.

"Osric has kept him from making any progress. Your father has every right to be frustrated," Minet paused and stared at her cousin. Silver locks flowed around her frame like a waterfall of beautiful innocence. "I fear Endymion will not make the type of treaty you would approve of." Serenity felt her back tighten and her eyes focused on Minet as she brushed out her long blonde locks.

"If I would have thought he to be an easy push-over I would have not taken on the challenge. I will always anticipate surprises from his end but I have just begun with him Minet. Do not give up hope yet," with that Minet watched a flurry of sheets as the Princess tossed them aside and stood. She heard a slight giggle and the sound of her cousin's footsteps as she padded to prepare herself for the day, maids waiting to help her dress and bathe. "I shall sit in on the proceedings today and see what dire situation I am in. If anything, I've learned of Endymion as of yet," Serenity gently leaned her head out of her boudoir, her eyes aflame with mischief. "Is that he is very flexible," with a discreet wink she returned to the maids attacking her hair and Minet's eyes widened as she stepped forward on her heeled boots.

"Yes, but shall he be flexible to your political persuasion?" Minet challenged and Serenity paused as her sapphire eyes stared at her reflection in her looking glass. That was a good question yet her pride would not let her deter from the correct answer of yes… "I hear you in there," Minet sighed and a slight blush peaked upon Serenity's cheeks. Minet did often invade her thoughts. "Why don't you be honest and tell me your apprehensions?" Minet inquired leaning against the doorframe. Her eyes trained upon the rising sun. For the past week she had kept her Senshi training at the same time every morning. If she did not hurry, she would be late.

"I do not fear I will not get the treaty I desire from him. I just ponder that perhaps he may be my match. That at some point in this game he may win and that would do dastardly things to my pride," Serenity's voice rose in humor at the last few words and Minet felt a smile pull upon her tiers.

"You say that as if it is a bad thing," Minet whispered and she heard her cousin's footsteps approach her. Serenity's head leaned out of the doorway to spy her casual cousin's stance. Serenity's hair was half done and their eyes locked.

"It is Minet. It definitely is," with that the Princess turned back to her boudoir and the waiting maids. Minet sighed and pushed herself from her leaning position. Her feet carried her with purpose towards the door and she bowed at the entrance of Lunar. Their eyes locked in greeting before Minet stepped out of the room and ceased to be Minet but became Venus, Leader of her royal highnesses Senshi.

His eyes watched with curiosity and than a critical gaze. He had long since decided to not hide himself from their view. If they chose to practice within their eye-sight he had the right to study their movements to decipher flaws and patterns. Perhaps you could blame that on his extensive military background that his first instinct was to pick an enemy apart for weaknesses. What drove him nuts about watching them was that they had none.

"If you stare at them so intently Nephrite they will think you are stalking them," Jedeite's lazy voice hit his ears and his green eyes turned to spy his blonde companion. Regrettably Nephrite walked away from the large window that encompassed almost the back wall of their private study. It was a special place Lord Artemis had granted them for their retirement and enjoyment during sessions.

"I am studying my enemy, nothing wrong with that and personally I have no fear of whatever they think," the cool reply elicited a small smirk and glance from Jedeite.

"She is fascinating. It is like she is made of ice," Zoicite commented aloud with amusement and Jedeite at this point knew they were going to head into yet another discussion about the fabled creatures. Instead of fighting it he chose to head with the majority. Closing his book, he leaned forward to give the group his full attention.

"Why are you so infatuated with them? They were quite disappointing if you ask me," Jedeite inquired and Nephrite let out a low growl.

"We are hardly infatuated," Nephrite tried in his defense and Jedeite smirked at him with a knowing glare.

"I do. I find her intriguing to the point I want to annoy her. It is not everyday a woman knocks me out, yet her cold nature, so much like my own that I know the exact buttons to push to annoy her," Zoicite's slender frame walked regally towards the open windows. His eyes spied the blue haired goddess that worked below him. "Their leader just arrived. How unusual for her to be late," Zoicite observed suddenly and Jedeite shook his head.

"Her Princess has just come in. If I am not mistaken they are cousins. Most likely she was catching her up on our activity," Nephrite guessed as his eyes once again wondered towards the glass paned windows.

"Just a tad bit paranoid are we Nephrite? What makes you think we were nothing more but a distraction the Senshi used in order to allow their Princess access to Endymion?" Jedeite inquired and Zoicite and Nephrite dragged their gazes from the window to the fiery general who lounged before them with indifference.

A small smirk drew upwards on Kunzite's lips as he pulled himself from his sitting position. His frame towered an inch or so taller than the others as he stood within their circle.

"Do you not find it coincidental that of the three training grounds in this facility they chose the one directly beneath our assigned rooms? They are teasing us," his deep voice filled the room and Jedeite's eyebrow rose.

"What could they ever be enticing us for?" Jedeite smirked and Kunzite's eyes traveled to the four women below. Nephrite was right in their perfection. They were flawless and their techniques changed daily proving their versatility. He knew first hand of their leader's versatility but their training ground decision was deliberate. If he knew anything about Minet it was that every move she made was meticulously calculated for a purpose. Her enticement of his men was almost complete and he could only smirk at her efforts. She was providing the distraction so her Princess could go in for the kill. The problem she most likely thought she would never encounter was him. He knew exactly what she was up to and the minute she put her plan into completion he would be there to prevent it from doing the most damage. He let out an inaudible sigh. She would be upset with him true but she let herself into her own trap and his loyalty was Endymion first, his lover second. Suddenly azure eyes glanced upwards and caught his silver snapping him out of his thoughts. His smirk widened as he turned away from her heated gaze. Damn the minx and her mind tricks. He would always expect surprises from her.

"Conquest," Kunzite mumbled jumping back into the conversation and Zoicite's eyebrow rose in amusement.

"Do not make me laugh. None of them would have a chance against us," Jedeite growled, his voice becoming defensive and Kunzite turned to face him.

"They beat two out of four. Their odds are quite good if you ask me."
"A fluke. I must admit I underestimated her," Zoicite spoke up quickly and Nephrite slightly smirked glancing out of the window once more.

"Oh, I allowed her to win. I enjoyed the challenge greatly. My only anticipation is for the next time we fight," Nephrite smirked with deep amusement and Zoicite shook his head at the star gazing general's shift in moods.

"Like you would not mind having the Mars Princess in your bed," Kunzite said raising an eyebrow of suspicion towards Jedeite's cool form.

"Would hardly mind but that is besides the point. They are warriors, not courtesans for our pickings. No matter what station she takes she could never beat me yet I hardly see how that matters since we were commanded to stay away from them on this trip," Jedeite's cool words hit the room and silenced the debate. Silently Zoicite and Nephrite went back to their watching, sweat now glistening upon the Senshi as they kept at their excursions. Their power surprised Nephrite frequently… how could such small women pack such destructive powers? He found the thought enthralling.

Kunzite's gaze lifted as the door to their study creaked open. Endymion entered with a purposed step, his fingers clasping the final button on his tunic. Kunzite glanced at him and a small smile wrinkled across his forehead. His prince almost glowed as if for once in his life he woke up completely relaxed. Perhaps… a number of good things was happening to him today. Osric had been expelled from their presence, which relieved great tension and frustration. Serenity had also shown up and from the looks of it he had conquered that situation well.

"My Prince," Kunzite bowed and his men followed suit dutifully after. Endymion approached them, a slight smile gracing his features as his eyes flicked from general to general. He smirked knowing what they had been discussing before he made his appearance. His eyes gazed across Nephrite's shoulder to the four women below through the window.

"Conquer them," the two-word command was spoken and Zoicite was the first to smirk with anticipation. Endymion turned on his heel and walked back towards the door. Kunzite followed without hesitation while the other three generals stood there for a few moments. Their Prince had just instructed them to conquer the four senshi, playfully of course but the reason behind that command could only mean one thing… he had started his seduction of Serenity in full swing and he would need the Senshi's distracted completely. Nephrite and Zoicite walked out of the room after their Prince and commander.

Jedeite paused. Why did Endymion even need their assistance? It was clear that Serenity had the same intentions. Of course, the Senshi would step aside to allow the two to have access to one another for their feud of conquest, it was obvious in their first attack. His frame walked towards the window and his eyes stared at the four women below. They were bait… for what? Conquest of Earth was likely out of the question. No matter what was said Lunarians were peaceful people and ultimate conquest for them was only found in treaties. He sighed with disappointment. Though beautiful and enticing Mars was something easily to be picked off, not nearly the challenge he was hoping her to be. An order was an order however. At least he would have his accomplished first.

His eyes were scanning over kingdom reports when he heard her gentle steps enter into the main negotiation room. He could never mistake his daughter's gentle prowl. It was delicate and graceful with the air of refinement of her mother yet with the underlying step of power and authority that she took from him of conquering a room upon her entrance. Crimson eyes lifted from the black lettering to spy his only child and she give off a small skip in her step as she rushed towards him.

"Come to watch the proceedings?" Fergal inquired as her arms wrapped around his as she knelt before his chair. She was eighteen yet still she reveled in being his little girl, no matter what the situation. He smirked gently rubbing the side of her face. She was such the little actress.

"Papa," Serenity's head snapped straight and glared accusing eyes at him and a deep chuckle left his lips. He leaned forward and pressed his lips to her forehead lovingly. He could never understand how two women had such power to bring him to his knees and fill him with such emotion. As a man of war, he found it relaxing but also apprehensive to love something so much. Her head leaned upon his shoulder in comfort. He sighed and leaned his head upon her own. She was getting better at her powers… especially of reading his mind. He heard her soft giggle and his fingers gently pinched the flesh of her arm. She stood and he sighed feeling her presence leave him as the double doors opened to reveal his two advisors followed punctually by Endymion of Earth and his head General. Serenity walked gracefully towards a chair on the back wall and glanced towards the four's entrance.

Fergal closed his papers and his eyes rose as Endymion took a seat across from him. The loud bang of Artemis's stick upon the marble floor signaled the next round of negotiations.

"For the recorder, King Fergal of the Sun and Prince Endymion of Earth have sat here at this negotiation table for set six of negotiations. Princess Serenity of the Moon, Lady Lunar and General Kunzite of Earth are witnesses," The stick clanged again and slowly deep ocean eyes lifted from Fergal's gaze to the goddess sitting across the room, her gaze trained upon both of them with mild interest. This would be amusing. He imagined she underestimated him. She knew nothing about his political policies or apprehensions yet would soon learn. No matter what his business with Serenity was, it would not interfere with his purpose or devotion to his people. She wanted a treaty but he wanted the best for his people.

"Shall we pick up where we left off?" Fergal jumped into business as Artemis and Lunar turned to take seats next to Serenity and Kunzite took one on the opposite wall. "We've agreed upon disarmament yet there is something else I want from you," the words lingered in the air and Endymion's eyebrow rose. How abrupt.

"A treaty of peace so this will not occur again?" Endymion inquired and Fergal glanced at the young man. He was no more than two and twenty, perhaps three and twenty but he was clever and he had a streak in him: of authority, power, and rebellion. Also, a little bit of evil, much of the same he himself possessed when he was young and an impulsive ruthless advisory of the galaxy. Yet Endymion's rebellion was concentrated over his father not over his dealings with his people. He was extremely loyal. Actually, Fergal liked him quite a bit, he just found his breeding detestable.

"Exactly, perhaps a joint with our alliance?" Fergal baited gently trying to look as calm and as gentle as possible. A treaty of peace is one thing yet a treaty with the galactic alliance was a large decision that bound them to the codes of the galactic forces as well asking them to denounce their neutrality. Pushing a treaty would only turn the Prince away completely. Slowly Endymion leaned back in his chair as the thought crossed his mind. For the past week Osric and Fergal fought over disarmament and precautionary steps. Osric felt it their right to have weapons while Fergal felt it inappropriate to have them trained upon the Moon. That Endymion could agree with. Yet a treaty with the alliance? It was something even his mother was not for. His eyes glanced up to see the crimson watching him calmly with no visible pressure.

Serenity sat with introspection, her hands loosely sitting in her lap as Lunar sat beside her. Lunar was slowly feeding tidbits of past negotiations into her mind yet Serenity was focused on her father's thoughts and Endymion's body language. In an instant Endymion could say yes and her little game would end. What would she need him if he joined the alliance? That step was even out of her ambitions to have him denounce his neutrality and become a galactic member but what if he did? The pit of her stomach churned. She was sad to lose a game but she wanted his planet in the alliance more than her pride. The sinking feeling only deepened as he locked eyes once more with her father. She hadn't expected her father to be so bold as to want to include Earth in their Alliance. In fact, she could imagine he was about to step on a lot of toes to admit Earth into their realm. Their neutrality clause had been abused more times than naught to the point that all other galactic relations were strained if not entirely broken between Earth and the other planets. The Alliance was a sacred group of the solar system yet Earth had fought it since its conception and their mask of neutrality allowed them no opinions upon the matter. It was at this moment that she also realized his true character would be revealed… she knew nothing of the man except certain details. Did he love his people? Was he just a spoiled Prince? Would she have to murder him later in his sleep?

Endymion's gaze drifted towards the marble table.

"I respect your Alliance King Fergal. My mother talked about it when I was a child and she held your wife in great admiration," the words came slowly and Fergal's eyebrow rose with curiosity. "My people are independent. They want their freedom and since I was old enough I've been fighting to help them retain it. My mother, though respectful, found your alliance stifling and sitting across from you myself and admiring you as much as my mother admired your wife I sadly must decline your offer," Serenity's lips parted in shock and than closed quickly. "It is not just the fact that we would lose our neutrality but there is an undermining occurring on my planet that I believe would be detrimental to your alliance. Earth, I am afraid cannot join its ranks," his words were quiet yet full of power and authority. A shiver traveled down Serenity's spine. A man. How rare. Yet the impact of his words hit her like a ton of bricks and she visible shook her head. What a practical man. Her action caught Endymion's attention and immediately she froze. Fergal's gaze tinkered over his shoulder to glance at her as well. She held her breath. It was one thing for her to break rules and push limits yet there were guidelines that she was bound to. As a child of the alliance, she was in fact still just an heir, children of monarchs were not permitted to speak at such functions while their parents were still in the throes of their reign. She would not take the throne for a century if she was lucky so her drawing attention was not only disrespectful but out of her power. She was a watcher, not a joiner. Endymion sat up in his chair and leaned forward, his attention drawn to her and Lunar shifted her eyes towards her and Fergal glanced at her with curiosity.

"Do you agree Princess Serenity?" His words towards her drew all of the air out of Lunar's lungs. Lunar glanced at her Princess and Serenity held the Prince's gaze as Fergal turned completely around to observe her. Endymion was making her an equal upon their conversation, asking for her opinion but he was doing more than that. The words were bait. She chewed her bottom lip as her eyes traveled away from him. Damn him. Damn him. He was forcing her between a wall of her rational intelligent thought and her conquest. Her eyes traveled back to him. Fine.

"Whole-heartedly," she responded and Endymion leaned his chin in his hands as his eyes studied her. Serenity sucked in a deep breath as her father's eyebrow rose with visible question. She was jeopardizing his negotiation but she couldn't jeopardize her alliance or people. "A man like your father would cause harm to our alliance and disruption. I fear he will not seek peace like we all seek it," she responded and Endymion held his gaze upon her and she felt her insides slightly churn as she held his gaze. It was as if he respected her.

"Your intelligence outweighs your beauty your highness," Endymion mumbled against his fingers and Serenity blinked, her eyebrows furrowing in surprise and Endymion turned back to Fergal. Slowly Fergal drew his attention from his daughter back to Endymion. "I would like to confirm our disarmament and my general has already drawn up a contract," Endymion suddenly said as he leaned forward, jumping back into their conversation. Kunzite stood and approached the table, unrolling a contract before their eyes. Endymion's gaze traveled across the room and than back to Fergal. "This is a treaty between the Moon and the Earth not only of disarmament yet not a single loop hole exists that will allow my father any room to put your people in danger for the next four years."

"Why only four years?" Fergal asked leaning forward as his eyes began to scan over the document. Endymion pressed his lips together firmly. Fergal glanced up towards him and raised an eyebrow in question.

"It was a nice number," Endymion said with a slight smile and Serenity rolled her eyes. "Please, look over it and I will meet with you at the next session for your decision," Endymion rose and Fergal followed, his eyes glued to the document. Finally, he tore them away and held out his hand across the table. Serenity watched their movements. Endymion glanced at the extended hand and than extended his own, the two men clasping strongly. "I cannot promise you much, our independence is our destiny."

"We have to start somewhere," Fergal responded and Endymion nodded, gripped the King's hand and than he left the room followed by his General. The doors shut behind the monarchs and Fergal looked back towards the document.

She stood abruptly and an aggregated growl left her lips with frustration.

"What a pompas," Serenity growled out as her voice pitched and she let out a slight scream, her fingers curling into balls. Lunar and Artemis stood, Lunar clearing her throat and glancing at Artemis for help.

"He's more devious than I thought. I underestimated him. He's got you wound up tight and you've only been here a day," Fergal mumbled with an audible sigh. He stood, the contract held in his fingers as he turned to his fuming daughter. Shock and horror displayed on her face. "He complimented you."

"He baited me! Bastard!" Serenity cried out and Fergal narrowed his eyes at her. She gulped and bowed her head in apology. Silence. She felt all of her muscles tighten in her body and pain begin to throb through her back. She waited for him to reprimand her, something.

"You were right. Perhaps when Endymion takes the throne we can complete our Alliance," Fergal said gently and Serenity's head slowly rose and looked at him with wonder. "He needs much guidance though before he takes on that position. Perhaps within four years he will find that guidance," Fergal mumbled glancing into her face and Serenity gently curtsied before him. "Well done Serenity. Your intelligence does outshine your beauty," he whispered and a slight blush rose to his daughter's cheeks. She approached him and kissed his cheek lovingly. He let out a sigh and turned watching her exit the room. The doors closed behind her and Lunar and Artemis cautiously approached their king.

"Seems as if everything is going according to plan," Fergal whispered quietly and Lunar nodded silently.

"You do not need to push destiny sire. We cannot stop the cogs that have begun to spin," Artemis mumbled, his fingers interlacing in front of him. Fergal let out a breath and glanced towards the ground. Lunar smiled softly, her hand gently squeezing her King's shoulder.

"She had to grow up, this is her destiny. What an honor it is for us to watch her. She will be greater than all of us," Lunar whispered and Fergal sucked in a deep breath.

"She will have to be if she's going to make it through what will happen next," Fergal replied and all three turned their gaze towards the closed door. It was already playing out before him… destiny would not stop now.

Well that's it... it kept dragging cause I was trying to point out how much of a no no it is for Serenity to talk during those sessions and how much respect Endymion was giving her by asking for her opinion as if she was his equal... I'll try to convey how much that means to her in the next chapter but WHOO! will the fun begin in that one!
The seduction of the Senshi hits it's peak as plans finally fold into motion and Serenity only gets more annoyed and pissed... I need to drag out the negotiations for at least a few days to get in all my funny parts so bear with me... I know it's boring...

Tell me what you think and love on me so much for updating!

Good Night and God Bless!

Marronett

p.s. Also to Madam Hawke who's new story I've heard is taking by storm. I hope this is good enough to your likings.. even though you have surpassed me you will always be my first fan. Love you and I promise to read your new story soon!