Author's Note: Here's chapter 12! I'm sorry for the late updates, but here is one to make it up to you.

P.S. Make sure you read my note at the end of this chapter. It is very important!

Chapter 12: Mind Control

Kristine POV

"No", struggled Allura! She held her head tight, trying to fight my control over her. The princess was strong I had to admit, but it was all in vain for her.

"Stop trying to resist me", I said. "You can fight all you want, but you'll never break my grip on you."

She screamed. I could tell that the pain was overpowering her. It won't be long now that she'll give in.

"No. No. No!" Allura's head snapped back as I sent a wave of force inside of her head. I knew that I had won.

"Allura", I said. "Yes", she answered forcefully. "I need you to do something for me. Do you think that you're up for it?" She nodded. "Excellent", I exclaimed. "Pidge, Hunk, and Lance have already agreed to help me. Your task is the same as theirs. I want you to find the cadets with the little girl, and kill them. Daniel and Lily are to be kept alive. But.."

I paused. Daniel's little on and off urge has to still be useful. After all those years I wonder if he has it at all. And if Daniel does still have it then, he's been able to control the urge pretty well lately. But a small push is all it takes to drive him over the edge.

"Try to get Daniel to kill his sister on his own", I said. "How", asked Allura? "Manipulate him", I simply replied. "And make sure that he's close to Lily too. Her containment of his powers is very painful for him. Understand?" "Yes", she said. "Understand, what", I asked so that she could confirm my influence over her? "I understand that my mission is to kill Vince and Larmina, and to persuade Daniel to kill Lily." "Perfect", I said. "Now go wait with the others, and tell the Demanousons to bring in Keith."

Allura nodded and left.

Now all I have to do is get the commander under my control as well.

Daniel POV

Morning came. It was bright and early in the day, around 6:00am at least. Sunlight beamed into the cave in rays, as steam rose up from the wet grass and the edge of the cave entrance. The air smelt damp, as a breeze sent a small chill. A few Arusian birds could be heard singing, proving that the storm was over.

I sat up with a yawn, stretching my muscles. Surprisingly, sleeping on a cave floor was a lot more comfortable than it was in the past. Maybe it was because this time I had friends with me and I knew that Lily and I were not alone.

Standing up, I walked to the cave entrance. It was amazing how a storm would come and after it everything would look normal and better than ever.

Pink and yellow Arusian flowers littered the ground. The grass was lush and the trees stood tall and proud. A berry bush filled with purple and magenta fruit caught my attention. Maybe the other would like something to eat. My stomach growled. I know I would.

Making up my mind I jogged towards my next meal. The leaves on the bush reminded me of feathers. Man, I hope that these aren't poisoness. Larmina did always tell us that the wild berries on Arus were the best, but some were not edible.

I picked a magenta berry. I'll just have to ask her before I/we eat anything.

Suddenly I heard a rustling noise. It was getting louder and louder. I dropped the fruit on the ground, and activated my claws.

There is no way that I'm going to let the Demanousons get us.

I crouched down low and quietly sneaked over to the sound. I reached near a cluster of trees.

"Daniel."

I recognized the voice immediately. "Keith", I said overjoyed! I stepped over some roots and I was face to face with the force. "H-how did you escape", I asked? But that's when I noticed something was off about them. Keith's face was blank. All of their's were.

"Keith", I tried again?

Keith released his sword at me. "I would run if I were you", he warned advancing forward. I stumbled back, thank goodnessly not falling. "What's wrong with you guys", I said? All of them drew out their weapons. "It's me. Daniel", I reasoned. I could tell that they could hear me, but none of them were listening.

"Keith? Lance? Hunk? Someone?" "Run", said Keith maniactively. "Or die."

I held up my hands in defence. I knew what was wrong with them.

"Kristine", I said. "Kristine has taken over your minds. You can fight it." The force stared right through me. "Attack", commanded Keith!

All of them lunged at me at once. One of Lance's bullet's grazed my shoulder. I hissed at the pain. Allura shot seven arrows my way along with fourteen ninja stars. Luckily all of them missed, but just barely.

I felt something hard hit my back. Hunk's hammer, I was sure of it. I yelped as I dodged a swing of Keith's sword. He swung again and it sliced the side of my rib cage.

I held my wound. I have to get out of here and warn the others. Activating my speed, I ran to the cave.

"Larmina! Vince! Lily", I called in panick! I zoomed inside the cave.

Larmina groaned. "What is it", she asked? "The force. They're here", I said. Her face lit up. "That's great", she said. "Where?" "Not too far behind me, and trust me. Them being here is not good at all." "What do you mean?" I took a deep breath. "One word for you", I replied. "Kristine."

She then noticed my wounds. Her eyes widened.

Her brightened up look turned alarmed. "Get up", she said to Vince. When he didn't wake up Larmina punched him. "Ow", hollered Vince rubbing his side. "What was that for?" "There's no time to explain", she said yanking him up.

Lily yawned. "What's happening", she asked?

A loud boom erupted, shaking the cave. "Something bad", I told her.

A green throwing star buzzed past me, embedding into the stone wall.

"We need to move", I said. There was another tremble. Stray rocks from the ceiling came crashing down. This time arrows came flying. Vince moved out of the way just in time from being struck into the chest.

"Is there another way out of here", asked Vince? "I don't think so", said Larmina. "Besides, this cave is coming down. The only quick way out of here is by going through the entrance."

Another boom.

"It doesn't seem like we have a choice", I replied. "Lily", I said. "Stay close to Vince and Larmina, okay? They're going to be your temporary guardians." I smiled at her. "Everything is going to be alright at the end. I promise."

Lily gave me a small yet determined grin. I could tell that she trusted me now more than ever.

To be continued...

Important!

I wanted this to be in two parts. The first is "Mind Control", and the next is "Urges." Yes, I'm bringing back the urge!

The next chapter will be here in at least two weeks.

P.S. If you like "The fight within", then you'll love my new Voltron Force story "Snapped." Please check it out and tell me what you think.

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