KathDMD - I'm sure you'll be more than satisfied with this episode. I'm glad you got a kick out of the Dillin scene. I made it to bring the animosity to light

Megazord Prime - Keep reading to find out...Wade has all of this tying together!

Author's Note - My muse is missing. If someone could please find her, I would appreciate it.

Theme Music : None

Disclaimer - Voltron and all associated characters are the property of WEP. Space Marshall Lenora Hawkins and associated characters are the property of KathDMD. Admiral Lysette Fabrere and associated characters are the property of selena devargo.

Episode 89 : "A Realm Without Reason"

The Bogart made its descent onto the landing strip, and when it did, Lenora followed everyone else to it. They came to a stop at the main bay doors, and as they slowly opened, Lenora's eyes widened in surprise.

"Len!" Aidan shouted. He and Lisa ran out of the ship and each gave Lenora a hug.

"Aidan, Lisa, what are you doing here?" Lenora asked.

"Kelly lost communication with the Garrison," Aidan replied, "so one of the reasons we came out here was to make sure you're alright."

"And the other reason?" she asked. Lisa looked her in the eye.

"Professor Mizuki is trying to modify and upgrade the Gladiator mechas," Lisa said. "We're looking for the original creator of Beta, a man by the name of Tetsuya Jin."

"Marshall Graham didn't tell me much about the Albegas project," Lenora replied. "I wish there was more I could tell you."

"Jin disappeared shortly after Galaxy Garrison took over the project," Lisa said. "I was able to track his whereabouts back to Earth. But then the trail runs cold. I was hoping if we had access to the database…"

"The High Council has blocked almost everything," Lenora replied.

"Not everything," Lysette said with a smirk. She turned to Lotor. "Be a dear and take these two up to the study and give them access to the security database. I should still have records of anyone coming or going, legally, to and from Earth for the last decade." Lotor glared at her.

"Am I your secretary now?' he snapped. She grabbed him by the collar and pulled him forcefully to her, their faces an inch apart, staring into his piercing yellow eyes.

"No," she replied frankly. "You're my bitch." She kissed him forcefully. The others took a step back, some even averting their eyes out of unknown embarrassment. When the kiss broke, she released him, their eyes still locked in an endless stare.

"This way," Lotor said, turning to walk towards the mansion. Aidan shrugged, and he and Lisa followed him.

"Wow," Len said, "you really do have a way with men."

"Years of practice," Lysette replied, gently wiping the corner of her mouth with a smirk.

"Ladies," Stebbins said, "I think it would be best if we boarded the ship and were on our way. The Garrison has already contacted us twice, asking us why our patrol route has been erratic. I would like to normalize this as soon as possible to further conceal our motives."

"I'm glad you and the Bogart are here, Captain," Len replied. "How many members of the crew are aware of myself and the others boarding?"

"Very few," he replied. "Only because it's going to be difficult to keep the a gigantic lion hidden."

"That's understandable," Len replied.

"If you think it would be better for me to take the White Lion and leave the system…." Sven started to say.

"No, Sven," Lenora replied. Jon shot an irritated look. "We need all the help we can get. And if the garrison does catch on to us, we are going to need the additional firepower." She turned to the others. "Admiral, follow the Captain and lead everyone to his meeting room. I will join you shortly."

"Yes, Space Marshall," Lysette said. "But where are you going?"

"I'll explain that once we are all together there," she replied. Lysette led the others aboard.

"So far so good," Tails said, closely monitoring the scanners.

"They following the decoy?" Roxy asked.

"Yeppers," Tails said confidently. "Like space mice to bleu cheese."

"Odd reference," Seth said.

"Not really," Dariana replied. "While I'm not sure how or why, space mice seem to thrive off different cheeses." Tick let out several whirrs, followed by a satisfying click that made her laugh a little.

"Not much in the way of farming on Balto," Tails said. "Almost everything available has been imported or replicated. They say it's due to technology, but since settling Balto, they say the harsh climates there used to be prior to setting up civilization was less than optimal for growing crops."

"Cheese aside," JC said, "what about us? Can you tell if the garrison is tracking the real us?"

"Hard to tell," Tails replied. "Nothing is following us yet, but they are a bit distracted at the moment."

"Of course," JC said. "Are you picking up anything near our destination?"

"Actually…..yes," Tails replied, frantically hitting keys, and staring at the monitors. "JC, it appears a large Defender Class ship is lifting off from there."

"A ship?" he asked. "What is it? Can you identify it?"

"Hang on already!' she shouted. "I'm trying…..it's the Bogart!"

"What's it doing out here?" Roxy asked.

"Should we contact them?" Seth asked.

"I'm not sure," JC said. "If they've been in contact with the Legacy…"

"They're gonna be picking us up on a short range scan anyway, JC," Tails said. "We may as well send a transmission on a secure channel. They're gonna know we're here regardless."

"Right," JC said, opening up a com. "Voltron Force calling the S.S. Bogart. Please respond." There was a moment of silence before a reply came over everyone's com.

"This is the Bogart," a voice replied. "Please dock in the main shuttle bay. Alternate security channels, using codename, 'Viking'." The com ended.

"Viking?" JC asked.

"She's aboard," Dariana said. "JC, we need to land. I'm sure the Space Marshall is aboard."

"I trust you, Dari," he replied. "Alright everyone, get ready to dock. Once we've landed, keep a close eye, just in case it is a trick." The ships headed for the Bogart, heading for its main shuttle bay.

"There's an incoming transmission for you on the UltraWave," one of the officers said. Kala stood up from her chair.

"Put it on the viewscreen," she replied. Within seconds, Wade was standing on screen.

"Commander," he said, "are you in position?"

"We are stationed at the edge of the Outer Perimeter," she replied, "just as you ordered. We have not received word from our operative yet, but we are under the impression that everything is going as planned thus far, and the Space Marshall, as well as the Garrison Military, should not be an issue."

"Excellent," he replied. "Little to no resistance will make what I have planned that much sweeter, especially if it ends with the demise of Lenora Stensson!"

"Are you planning on taking Earth, or just blowing it up?" Kala asked. "I'm all for blowing it up."

"Unfortunately," Wade replied, "even with inside help, that's not an option. The planet's core, as well as the activities humans used to bombard it with tried to destroy it, is extremely stable. Besides, being the seat of power for the entire Galaxy Alliance, I would rather use that to my advantage."

"That is understandable," she said. "The ability to govern numerous planets throughout the galaxy."

"Once we do arrive," Wade said, "we will annihilate their forces and seize command before anyone could bat an eyelash. Then we can finally get back to what the Council does best….running the Galaxy with an iron fist, and making me insanely wealthy."

"Don't forget about Lord Kanji's stake in all of this," Kala said.

"Lord Kanji has been more than an ally to us, Kala," he replied. "Rest assured, as long as I sit at the head of the High Council, he will have what he wants."

Shortly after landing and powering down, the team slowly and cautiously exited their ships. JC led them across the shuttle bay towards the doors, but before they arrived at the doors, they opened, and a hooded figure entered. JC stopped everyone.

"Force Leader Grend," the figure said. "I've been expecting you." The figure remved their hood."

"Space Marshall," he said with relief. "Can you explain to us what's going on?"

"I was actually hoping you would be able to tell me," she replied.

"Ma'am," Tails said, "I was able to intercept the transmissions being sent out by Commodore Mitchell to the population. They are outright lying through their shiny white teeth about everything that happened out there!"

"I thought as much," Lenora replied. "But what I need to know is exactly what happened that led to the explosion on Hydra. If what the Council is feeding everyone is complete crap, and I'm sure it is, then the answer lies with you, as well as the crew of the Legacy." She turned to walk away, but looked over her shoulder. "I assume Brown thinks you've gone AWOL?"

"How did you…" JC asked.

"I've told you before, Lieutenant," she replied, "I know things." She nodded. "Follow me." The team followed her through the doors and out of the hangar.