A week had passed and Sportacus and Elena were trying to get Loquia to play with the children more. Elena realized it was because of what she'd done to the children years ago. They kept telling her it wasn't her fault, but it was holding her back. They made so much progress with her trusting them. They became a family. They arranged for Stephanie to play with Loquia, giving Elena and Sportacus the opportunity to talk.

"I want so much for her."

"We both do." Sportacus agreed with her.

"Has Elder Matrik contacted you yet?"

He sat next to her and pulled her in his arms. "You'd know if he had."

"Ok, so, moving on." She changed the subject. "We should discuss how we are going to tell her the news."

"I know. Things have calmed down enough and it's time." Sportacus took a deep breath. "We have to tell her. So, the question is when?"

"Hm, Well, Bessie is taking us shopping tomorrow. It might be better if we do it when we get back. How do you think she'll react?"

"I predict a lot of screaming. Wait, tomorrow?"

She snuggled into him. "Yes. It'd be a good time to. I think it'll be one big scream. Maybe you should tell her. You're the hero."

"Oh no. I think you should tell her. You're the woman." He smiled, taking a peek out the window.

She looked out the window. "What? Today?"

Knock, knock, knock.

"No better time than the present." They opened the door...

Stephanie and Loquia were having a snack when she looked outside and saw Pixel outside the window working on some computer equipment. Stephanie noticed and got an idea.

"Loquia? Would you like to talk to Pixel?" Loquia looked at her with some apprehension. "It's ok, he's really nice. He loves computers."

"Like where mommy came from?"

It was the first time Stephanie heard her refer to Elena as mommy. It was really sweet so she went with it. "Yes." She smiled. "So, she told you about that then?" Loquia nodded. "Well, would you like to meet the person who owned the game?"

"Um ok."

After snack they met up with Pixel.

"Hey, Stephanie! Hey, Loquia! What's going on?"

"We just wanted to see what you were doing."

"Well, I've been working on replacing some of my my satellite equipment. Some of is pretty old. I could use a break though. What are you guys up to?"

"Well just hanging out for a while." She felt Loquia tug on her dress and she pulled her down to whisper in her ear. Stephanie stood back up and awkwardly relayed her question. "She wants to know why you're dark like her."

Pixel chuckled. "Well, my parents were. What about you?" She shrugged her shoulders. "I tell you what. I think I may have some video games for your age. Would you like that?" She nodded. "Ok I'll be right back."

"See, he was nice, right?"

"He's pretty."

Stephanie giggled. "Yeah, I guess so. Why don't we play in the park till he gets back?"

She was about to agree when she saw the other kids heading in their direction. She got behind Stephanie.

"Hey Loquia! How are you doing, huh?"

"Would you like to be My friend?" Stingy offered.

"We were going to the treehouse. Would you like to come?" She shook her head at Trixie's invitation.

"We were just waiting for Pixel. But you guys go."

"Ok. You know where to find us Pinky."

Sportacus had informed the kids that it was going to take a while for her to warm up to them and that they should be patient with her. They asked why she was so afraid. Sportacus didn't want them to know so he said it was very personal and very tragic. So, they all agreed to take things slow.

Pretty soon Pixel returned with a few hand held games. The three of them sat on the bench and Pixel showed her how to play. Stephanie was glad she was responding to him. And it turned out she was pretty good at the games.

Back with Elena and Sportacus-

"Bessie! What a surprise. What brings you here?" Elena asked.

"Well, Sportacus and I were talking about how you have this lovely child now. And while I am not one to interfere but I see all the signs and there are so many signs not to ignore. Then Sportacus mentioned that you wanted to talk to me before he flipped away on a rescue."

Elena and Sportacus smiled. "Actually WE wanted to tell you something." At times it seemed like Bessie was going to burst if their relationship didn't progress. They were about to find out Just how much she was holding in. Elena took a deep breath and blurted out- "We're going to get married."

Bessie's eyes almost popped out of their sockets. And like Sportacus predicted, she screamed. One big loud shrill. Sportacus and Elena flinched at the high pitch. It drew the attention of then rest of LazyTown. All the kids came running over. Milford stopped his gardening and ran towards the shriek. Then it was followed by smaller ones.

Once everyone was there, Bessie hollered- "They're getting married! They're getting married! I was beginning to think this day would never come! Elena we have a lot of shopping to do tomorrow. I hope you realize I only want you two to be happy."

"Yes Bessie and thank you." Sportacus smiled.

"Come Milford! We have a party to plan."

"Eh, congratulations." He shook Sportacus's hand and gave Elena a hug.

"Millllllford!"

"Coming Bessie!"

The kids congratulated them both as Sportacus picked up Loquia. After a while, the kids went back to what they were doing before. Loquia stayed with Elena and Sportacus.

Sportacus noticed Elena was quiet. "I think it was a tie."

"What!" She yelled. "I can't hear you. The sound hasn't returned to my ears yet?"

"Very funny."

"Mommy can't hear?"

"She can. She's just making a joke."

"You have a big day with Bessie and Stephanie tomorrow. I think you'll have fun." He said.

"Is she going to scream again?"

"No, but she may be excited. I'll be there. Don't worry."

Elena started to coughing and tried to clear her throat.

"Are you alright?"

She nodded. "Dry throat." She got some water and decided to make some tea. Later that night, they Loquia tucked in and she got ready for the day ahead. She fell asleep as soon as her head hit the pillow.

Sportacus found that was unusual but he gave her a kiss and pulled her close and went to sleep.