When the fairy couple landed, there were scattered gasps from all over Pixie Hollow. Queen Clarion stared, wide-eyed, at the couple and they approached her and bowed low.

"Majesty," they murmured together.

"Terence…your wing…how did you—"

"It's all thanks to Tinkerbell, Your Majesty," Terence said, grinning and squeezing Tink's hand. "She's healed me." Queen Clarion continued to look stunned.

"It's clear that your love is stronger than anyone could have guessed, my dears. Tinkerbell, your friends are waiting for you at Rosetta's house. Terence, I believe Fairy Gary would like a word with you at the depot." They both bowed and went their separate ways. Before they parted, they gave each other a look of such love and longing that Queen Clarion had to wipe a tear from her eye. Silvermist and Iridessa grabbed Tink's arms and dragged her off and Terence headed toward the depot. Smiling, Queen Clarion turned back to the decorating committee and opened her mouth to speak but shut it immediately. A frightened voice was ringing through Pixie Hollow and it sent chills down the queen's spine.

"Tinkerbell! Tink!" Queen Clarion's eyes widened as the boy in green landed in front of her and looked around frantically. Two of the Scout Fairies hovered over him, their hands on their hips.

"We're sorry Your Majesty, we couldn't stop him!"

"I've told you already, I'm a friend and I have some important news so you should have let me pass," Peter snapped. Queen Clarion held up a hand.

"It's alright, dears. Peter Pan is a friend to the fairies. He means us no harm." The Scouts bowed and headed back to their positions and Peter scowled at their retreating backs.

"What news do you bring us, Peter?"

"It's Hook. I overheard him talking and he plans to burn down Pixie Hollow!" Everyone within hearing distance froze and muttering broke out. Queen Clarion held up her hand again.

"Quiet. Peter, take a walk with me." She lead him off to a quiet spot where he could tell her more. She listened, staying silent and letting him finish. She noted that the usually cocky boy looked pale and frightened.

"You're sure you heard correctly Peter? They plan to attack tonight?"

"I imagine they will attack as soon as they can, Your Majesty. He left to round up his crew. But he has no idea where Pixie Hollow is or how to get it. I don't know how he thinks he'll find you."

"Pirates are crafty. I am sure he will find a way."

"Then I'll lead him away," he said, puffing out his chest. "I'll distract him and make him come after me."

"Peter, you could have died in that cabin. I won't put your life at risk."

"With all due respect, Your Majesty, you're not putting my life at risk. I am. I won't let anything happen to Tinkerbell…or any other fairy for that matter." Queen Clarion let out a heavy sigh.

"I cannot allow you to put yourself in danger. We will deal with the pirates, if they ever find us. But I must ask you, do not mention this to Tinkerbell or Terence. Let them have their joyous night and then we will worry about impending danger." Peter stared at her like she was crazy but he merely shrugged.

"Whatever you say, Your Majesty."

'Thank you. Are you bringing your crew with you as well?"

"You mean the Lost Boys? Yes, they're coming too. I guess I'll be back later tonight. Just in case, I'm going to fly to the Jolly Roger and see if I can hear anything. That way I'll know what their plans are."

"Just be safe, Peter. Don't let your new powers make you overconfident."

"Queen Clarion, I'm Peter Pan. I was born overconfident!" And with a smug grin, he took off into the air and away from Pixie Hollow. Queen Clarion watched him go, mildly amused by the boy's cockiness.

Tink was being primped and pampered by her friends and she hardly noticed at all. Her heart was racing, beating uncontrollably as she thought about what she was about to do. In a few hours, she would be Joined with Terence forever. Her only Mate in life and in love. She grinned and Rosetta sighed.

"She isn't even listening to us, are you Tink?"

"She's thinking about being Joined with Terence," Vidia scoffed. "What would you be thinking about?"

"Oh I hope Sled and me will be Joined one day," Rosetta said with a girlish giggle.

"I'm sure you will, Ro," Tink said quietly.

"I cannot believe that you healed him, sugarbean," Rosetta went on as she spread neverberry juice across Tink's lips. "I thought it would be impossible to heal a wing! He is so lucky to have found you, sugar."

"Thank you, Rosetta. And thank you girls. For everything." She squeezed her friends' hands and took a deep breath before turning to look into the mirror. Her heart stopped and she briefly wondered who on earth that beautiful fairy was. The only other time she had dressed up was the Mating Cup Ceremony and she hadn't thought she would ever look that pretty again. Rosetta and Iridessa spread her train out around her so that she could see the entire thing.

Queen Clarion had obviously had the dress made and sent with the girls. It was delicate white material with bell sleeves that draped off Tink's slender arms. Lace decorated Tink's chest and the neckline was plunging and ended in sweetheart-style petals. Pixie dust and tiny jewels decorated the trimming and made the dress glimmer everytime she moved. The girls had brushed out and curled her blonde ringlets and around her head she wore a circlet made of pixie dust and a tiny diamond in the center of her forehead. The girls all looked speechless as Tink slowly turned on the spot and stared at her reflection.

"Tinkerbell…you are the most beautiful fairy in Neverland," Vidia whispered.

"And a true Queen of Neverland," Silvermist said, bowing her head slightly. Tink's heart raced as she turned back to the girls and took their hands.

"I was worried I wouldn't make a good queen…with good reason. What if I'm not a good fairy wife?"

"Oh Tink, you can't possibly be thinking that," Rosetta gently scolded. "You two were made for each other. There's no doubt about that."

"Come on, Tink. The King of Neverland awaits." Tink gasped and felt her heart thump against her chest. She took Rosetta's and Silvermists's arms and allowed them to lead her from the house.

It's so good to see my fans are still around. April, OMG that would be so awesome, break legs sweetie and let us know how it goes! ((and yes, I'll actually start posting the 3rd installment when I get home from vacation, I have been writing all week :-) ))

Thank you for the continued support! sorry it's so short but I've actually been writing more of "Neverland" than this one, lol. I will most likely be finishing this one this weekend so if any of you fans have not read Neverland Needs You/Neverland's Treasures, would love to have you on that one as well!

Have a great day everyone! :-)