forevertothend: Yes, it was kind of reflex. She's so used to Ismene messing with her that she instantly reacted. And yes, Leon does need to calm his shit.

Rose: Your English is fine. :)

Chapter Twelve: Family and Friends (Part Two)

Regina and Ismene woke up the instant they heard Topaz and Euphoria scream. They transformed and flew out of their room into theirs. Euphoria transformed from fright when they broke open the door; but, relaxed when she saw the witches. Topaz was on the ground bawling next to her unconscious ex boyfriend. Regina sat on the ground and put her fingers on her temples. Slowly the blood stopped leaking out of Leon. She made the rest of circulate through his system, but it was hard to do with all the breaks, bruises and the swelling. She thought Nabu was sending them a message. Ismene thought the same thing. She looked through his subconscious and found the one who attacked him. He was a big man, with long dreads and familiar features. She didn't quite understand until she looked further and saw Topaz. Ismene stopped and looked down at the broken man. She could barely recognize him. He looked like a purple balloon with red hair. Since it had nothing to do with Nabu, she didn't care and felt like he deserved it.

"Where are you going?" Topaz asked confused.

"My room. Let him die." Ismene said walking out the door.

"We don't have time for pettiness. If Nabu is attacking our friends then-"

Ismene projected the memory on her. "It wasn't Nabu!"

Euphoria was silent. Honestly, she didn't know how to feel. It was the first time she'd had to deal with something like this. She'd always assumed Specialist were good. She knew Leon used women, but not like that. She would have never let Topaz go with him if she knew what type of man he was. All that said, did he deserve to die? Had he not been punished? What did Topaz want? "Topaz, do you want me to get help?"

"Yes!" She nodded. She would have done it herself, but she didn't want to leave him in what could have been his final moments. They were having issues, but she didn't want him to die. It was scary seeing him this way. His usually handsome features were smashed and bloated. He had been bleeding so profusely that his white hair matched Regina's! With all the gashes across his face she knew he'd have to be shaved to be stitched up. To see him so destroyed, she wondered if she should have stayed in woods. Maybe he cooled off after she blasted him; but, what if he hadn't? Then she'd be the one bleeding. "I can't do this." She said backing away from him.

It seemed like a lifetime for her Euphoria to return. They put him in stasis and transported him to Magix's hospital. They made Regina go with him; her magic was keeping him alive. Topaz didn't go. She still felt too confused to see him. Euphoria rubbed her shoulder and hugged her as they carried him away. "You are the most compassionate woman I know." Topaz couldn't agree. "We don't have to talk about it until you want; I just know that when Solaria puts Lucy on trial, I won't forget this moment." Euphoria's stomach turned. "Are you going to report this to Red Fountain?"

"You're right. We should probably let them know he's been attacked." Topaz said, not understanding what Euphoria was saying.

"No, I meant are you going to report him for assaulting you."

Topaz froze. She turned away and played with her braid. "We slept together a couple times before so I'm sure he was confused. He came over so late, I should've figured that he'd want to fool around especially in the dress I was wearing that night."

Dress? In the flashback Ismene sent her she was wearing capris. How far did it go that time? "You should tell Dr. Ofelia."

"No, I'm fine." Topaz was relieved to have a break from their discussion when her phone rang. She thought it was her dad, but it said Leon on her caller ID. She was scared; but, knew Euphoria was watching so answered it anyway. "Hello?"

"Topaz, it's Regina." Topaz let out a breath of relief. "He needs a transfusion; but, his blood type is rare. They're scrambling trying to find a match in their database, but I know a few donors. Semiramis, Elliott, and Ismene are a match. Semiramis's blood is saturated in iron so she should be a last resort. Get them and come to the hospital. I'll call Elliott."

"Okay, I will. See you soon." Topaz took a deep breath. She knew Euphoria was watching her. She wanted to prove she was strong and went to Ismene's room. The witch was laying in her bed when Topaz walked in. "Ismene, Leon needs-"

"No."

"He might die without your blood."

"Good." Ismene said, turning over. Her bed squeaked as she did.

Topaz sighed and looked at Euphoria. "Does she know too?" Euphoria nodded. The wind fairy folded her arms and stomped out the room. Great, now she had to deal with pity elsewhere too.

Meanwhile...

Elliott had just finished the last of his report when his phone vibrated. He saw Leon on the caller ID and ignored it. It rang again, so he ignored it again. He didn't have time to deal with Leon's mess at the moment. Surprisingly he called again. Elliott answered only because he was getting annoyed. "What!"

"Elliott, this is Regina." Elliott's eyebrow raised. He hadn't had a conversation with her since the day she called it quits. He wondered why she was calling him and especially from Leon's phone. "Leon's been attacked."

"What? Was it Nabu? Are you girls alright?" Elliott asked while getting his sword and equipment ready.

"Ismene says it wasn't, but I don't know anything. He needs a transfusion." She admitted in frustration.

Elliott grabbed his keys and walked out of the door. "Okay, I'll pay for it."

"It's not money he needs; it's blood. So hurry."

"Blood?" Elliott asked in confusion. Unfortunately Regina couldn't elaborate because she hung up. He rode his windrider to the hospital and went immediately to the help desk. "Leon of Earth?"

The woman didn't even bother to look up. "Yes, down the hall to the right."

Elliott followed her directions until he saw Regina. She looked up and ran to him. He blinked at her appearance. She was still in her night clothes. It consisted of a giant Cloud Tower t-shit and boxers. She had her hair tied in a ponytail, making her eyes pop out more. She was so beautiful; it was unfortunate that she no longer wanted to date him. Regina folded her arms. "Can you please focus? This is serious."

"I know it is. I just don't know why you called me."

"You're a match." Regina informed him.

"That's impossible."

Regina scoffed. "I think I should know whether you're a match or not."

"But I can't be. Only the royal family of the Eraklyon line have my bloodtype." There was an awkward silence for a while. Regina didn't know that. She didn't know what to say to him. Semiramis and Ismene also shared his blood. She didn't know how to explain that either. "Leon's my brother isn't he?"

Regina closed her eyes. She couldn't imagine what was going on in Elliott's head especially since he and Leon were so close in age. "I can't answer that. All I know, is that you are a match and he needs you to survive. You don't have to if you don't want to." She rubbed the back of her neck. "Semiramis and Ismene are also a match."

"I think I'm going to be sick."

Elliott wanted to sit down, but Regina grabbed his arm. "I can't imagine what's going on in your mind, but this isn't the time to lament. He needs a yes or no."

"...I'll do it." Regina nodded and called the doctors to test his blood and begin the transfusion. Elliott felt his heart sink when Regina was proven right. Leon's appearance shocked him. His entire body had been wrapped in bandages infused with magic that dulled pain and mended bones. He couldn't see Leon's face, but his stats were getting better after receiving Elliott's blood. Elliott closed his eyes and thought about Leon's face; now that he thought about it, he resembled Sky. They weren't an exact match, but it was there. He didn't see it in Ismene or Semiramis, but they were girls so maybe it was harder to tell. Elliott felt groggy after donating so much blood. Regina was deep in thought about the same thing. "Regina, can you get me a doctor?" She snapped out of her thoughts and called for one. The doctor bowed at the both of them. "Regina and I need to get to Eraklyon, ASAP."

Regina frowned. She didn't agree to anything; but, decided to go with him. She hated visiting Eraklyon; but, knew he'd probably need help driving there after the transfusion. The doctor decided he could leave immediately if she promised to watch him. Regina agreed. The doctors gave them forms to sign and frowned at Elliott. "What if we need more blood?"

Elliott mumbled his response. "Then he can get it from one of our sisters." He didn't wait for a reaction from the doctor and gave Regina a look stating he was ready to go.

Regina said nothing as she took him back to Red Fountain. She put his windrider up and turned to him. "You need to eat something."

"We don't have time for this."

"Your blood pressure is extremely low. You won't be regal passing out during your audience with King Sky." Elliott stared at her but she didn't back down or blink. She conjured a peanut butter and jelly sandwich with milk and pushed it in front of him. "You're welcome."

"Don't let me pass out until I say what I have to say." Elliott mumbled.

"I promise."


Bloom ran to the door to greet her son; when she heard he was coming she was too excited to speak. His visit was rather abrupt, but she didn't mind. She hugged him and kissed his cheek when he walked inside. He hesitated before hugging her back; probably a display for his alleged girlfriend. Bloom wasn't as pleased to see Regina. She always preferred her son with Euphoria. They seemed destined for each other and she liked the idea of her and Stella sharing a grandchild. Plus, Regina was a witch. She was a pretty girl, but her fashion and personality turned her off.

"Is dad here?" Elliott asked

Bloom smiled sadly. "No, he's out; but, Brandon is here!"

"Of course he's here. He's always here..." Elliott sighed. Did Brandon know about Ismene? "I need an audience with him as soon as possible."

"That will be tomorrow for breakfast. Will you be staying, Princess Regina?" Bloom asked with fake sweetness.

Regina inched closer to Elliott, just to irk her. She wouldn't lose this silent war. Elliott didn't feel the tension between the two women. "Of course she is, mom. What kind of question was that?"

"I just wanted to see if she needed clothes. I still have some of Euphoria's old dresses if they'll fit."

Regina scoffed. "That's okay, Queen Bloom. They're not my style. I'll just wear something of Elliott's." Elliott grinned liking that idea. Bloom frowned at the implications.

"The guest corridor is made up. Follow me." Bloom said talking her hand. She looked back at Elliott hoping he'd follow, but he didn't.

The Next Morning...

Regina woke up from the sound of knocking at her door. She groaned and shuffled out of bed. Without looking she opened it. Elliott stood at the door dressed in royal attire. "Why are you still asleep?"

Regina blinked before. Muttering under her breath. "Curse you, Bloom..."

"What was that?"

"Nothing. How long do I have to get ready?"

"Ten minutes." Regina went to the bathroom and took a two minute shower; she hopped out and took a minute to brush her teeth. She dried herself and conjured a dress out of Bloom's closet. Spelling it to make it fit, she also changed it from light blue to dark purple. She tied back her curly hair and zipped up her boots. She arrived fully dressed with time to spare. "I'm impressed." 'Take that Bloom.' Regina thought. Elliott took her arm and escorted her to breakfast.

The king and queen sat at the head of the table. Sky was still seated between his parents while Bloom was between her sons. Regina sat next to Elliott and Brandon took his usual spot between Erendor and Ethan. Regina smiled sadly at Ethan. She missed her little brother. Now that she wasn't at Cloud Tower, she'd visit more.

Most of breakfast was spent with Bloom trying to pry into the status of Regina and Elliott's relationship. Then they talked a little about the allusiveness of Nabu. This gave Elliott an opportunity to ask his question. "Leon was attacked yesterday."

Sky stopped eating and looked at Elliott with a look of grave concern. "Is he alright?"

"He's getting better after I gave him blood." Elliott replied. Sky ignored the accusatory tone in his son's voice. It pissed the red-headed prince off. "Just how many kids do you have?"

"Elliott!" Bloom chastised. "Please, this isn't the time to discuss this."

"Then when is? We have a psycho trying to kill those that aren't products you all's college days! How many people are in danger without knowing it?! How many of my brothers and sister have you put in danger?!"

Erendor cleared his throat. "I'm sure it was a shock to find out in such a way, but you shouldn't be too surprised or upset. Your father is king of Eraklyon! He's certainly entitled to concubines as I was and you will be. You don't think we let your uncle Brandon come to the table simply for friendship do you?"

Regina looked at Erendor and then Brandon. Minus their hair and eye color she didn't see it; but, she she looked from Sky to Brandon she berated herself for not noticing sooner. Ethan did the same and began to laugh. Elliott glared at his father. The king felt a lot of regret. He never considered his actions being detrimental to his children or his relationship with them. He sat back and sighed. "I have four children."

"Semiramis..." Elliott muttered. Sky nodded somberly; he never bothered to use contraceptives with princesses he bedded. "I guess you have enough heirs."

"What are you saying?"

"I'm saying that I, Elliott, Crowned Prince of Eraklyon reno-" Regina jumped and dropped Elliott's pressure dramatically low. Elliott stopped talking and had to sit back in his seat.

Regina stood up. "Will you excuse us?"

Ethan frowned; with Elliott out of the way he could become king. "Wait, what was he going to say?"

She returned his pressure to its normal level and waited for him to escort her out. It was customary for him to do so. Once they were back in her room he slammed the door. "Why did you do that?!"

"You were about to renounce your title! Are you insane?!"

Elliott scoffed. "What does it matter. He has other heirs and I still have Domino."

"It doesn't matter Elliott. They may have a birthright, but they are not what your country needs: not Leon, not Semiramis and certainly not Ethan. You're the one with the dragon flame and you're also the one who doesn't ignore the turmoil behind these walls. Stop being so selfish. They need you."

Elliott didn't say anything for a while; but, then he held out his arm. "Let's go back to breakfast." Regina nodded and took his arm again. Elliott sat after helping her in her chair. He ate in silence, but once he was done he looked at his plate and addressed his father. He couldn't look at him. "You should thank Regina. She saved your sons."

Sky looked at the interaction between his son and the Androsian princess. "I see. Thank you, Princess Regina. You will make a fine queen someday."

Bloom stabbed the remainder of her food hoping he meant queen of Andros.

(A/N) Have you noticed how much Sky and Brandon look alike? Maybe they really are, but don't know it. I wasn't going to make Semiramis Sky's daughter until I saw Episode 5-18. I can't believe she is still wanting Sky. I'm disappointed in Diaspro. Semiramis and Ismene were going to date, but now they're cousins. Great job 5-18... As far as the Regina/Elliott/Euphoria triangle. I haven't made up my mind on who I like best with who. I'll either flip a coin or end it for all of them. Regina doesn't know about what Leon did, she wouldn't have helped if she did.

Next Chapter: The parents meet to discuss the growing threat of Nabu and their children. Drama.