Part 17: Possibilities

The corridor appeared endless. A simple straight path of white stone that disappeared into a mist of fog. However, as footsteps fell…the warmth that spread throughout Robin and Sarah made it clear that they were walking on sacred ground.

Their eyes met briefly. Robin smiled at the look of wonder and excitement that danced in her soul mates eyes. They reached out and laced their fingers together as they continued down the hall. The connection they shared flowed freely. There was no fear of battle or danger waiting to engulf them. It felt wonderful.

"Not much further."

Both women instantly felt a ripple of pride and love for the warm voice that came from behind them. Otis had been a friend and lifesaver to them both. His devotion and commitment had earned him the highest honor a spec could receive…Protector of the realm.

He walked proudly down the corridor, his winged body filled with the love and respect that he had for the two women in front of him. The assignment had not been an easy one…but it had been one that he knew he would do again in a heartbeat.

Slowly, there appeared two large pillars in the distance. Sarah squeezed the larger hand in hers as she felt it tremble. Nerves were something Robin did not give way to and knowing her lover was nervous somehow made Sarah want to be strong and steady. A rock for Robin to stand on.

"I'll be your rock…your shelter…your everything"

The tall commander felt a surge of confidence that she knew stemmed from her lover. She knew she was in no state to bring forth such feelings…plus the tingles gave away its source.

"Love you…"

"Love you too…"

The declarations may have come out as whispers but the depth of truth that they held could have…if it were possible…shaken the very foundation of time itself.

As they approached the columns, they could see the large assembly of people and creatures gathered. They stopped at the edge of the stone as another guardian greeted them. His voice was strong and clear.

"Who comes before the throne of the oracle?"

"I bring to you the Protector of the chosen one and Deliverer of the chosen one."

The winged creature standing in front of the two women bowed his head and stepped to the side. His deep voice rumbled.

"Proceed."

Robin and Sarah stepped off the stone of the corridor onto the white marble of the round coliseum. They could see the Oracle's throne sitting just beyond them and began walking toward it. As they did, the gathering began to stand.

Both took this as a sign to stop their approach. They knew they were not seen as a threat, but that did not stop them from wanting to make sure they followed the rules of engagement when it came to approaching the Oracle. Especially, since no one had instructed them on what to do.

"Do not worry…it is simply an act of their honoring you…"

The familiar voice echoed inside their minds. Abigail was near.

"If you wish to return that honor…you must now kneel on your left knee…"

Without delay, both women knelt before the assembled congregation. A chorus of shouts signaled the giving and receiving of honor. The voices were loud yet soft.

"You may stand now."

The two honored women obeyed the voice and watched as the oracle stood and stepped down from her throne. She held her hand out and began to address those present.

"Let it be known…that the Protector and the Deliverer of the Chosen One are favored among all who have crossed into our realm."

All the creatures in the room fluttered their wings in agreement.

"Robin…Sarah…please step closer."

Slowly, the women stepped closer to the Oracle who smiled at their questioning thoughts. Her glowing eyes looked to Sarah. The blonde-haired woman's thoughts were deep and carried such heaviness about them. Slowly, she rested her hand on Sarah's shoulder.

"Yes…I do remember everything. Thank you. And yes…you will be with child again."

The petite blonde smiled and felt her heart leap with joy. However, this declaration prompted a raised eyebrow from Robin. The oracle simply smiled as her eyes turned towards the…confused…jealous…dumbfounded…there were so many emotions coming from the tall commander that the oracle could not hold back a chuckle.

Her fingers reached out and came to rest on the tall commander's cheek.

"No need for such racing thoughts Robin…you will be the one responsible."

Sarah looked to her lover wide-eyed. Neither would ever be able to explain it, but they were not about to question it. The oracle dropped her hand as she stepped back from the couple.

"You both have many questions…this I know."

Robin and Sarah nodded simultaneously.

"All will be revealed to you in time. Abigail will accompany you after you leave here. She has been appointed to remain with you as long as you have need of her. She will be a direct link to this realm for you…and she will answer all your questions."

The oracle closed her eyes as she raised her arms. She could feel the warm and anxious vibes rippling from Robin and Sarah.

"I will tell you this…"

Her eyes opened slowly and held captive the women standing in front of her.

"Bringing a child into existence will only be possible if you both want it…you must agree…completely."

Her words sparked a new light inside the heart of both women as thoughts of children and family filled their minds.

"If you do…well…as with most others…a child will be conceived only when love is made."

The meaning of the oracles words penetrated both women to the core. All they had to do was make love to conceive a child…and of course agree one hundred percent that that is what they wanted.

"Your time here is almost over."

The oracle stepped back onto her Dias, turned and looked at both women again and smiled.

"May peace be upon you as your journey from here begins…"

With that, the Oracle took her seat. The mist began to swirl around her until she was barely visible. Both women squinted to see her…then in an instant, she was gone.

Robin looked to Sarah. The smile on her face reflected back at her by her soul mate. There were so many things she wanted to say…questions she had for Sarah…a myriad of desires in her heart she wanted to voice…but before she could speak, the assembly of creatures began to hum. There was no melody…just a simple warm hum.

Both women allowed their eyes to wander around the large coliseum. Light began to fill the room. The ground began to shake and Sarah instinctively stepped back until she felt her lover.

"What's happening…?"

Otis smiled as he stepped up to them.

"Have no fear."

Both women watched as the gathered inhabitants of this realm stood once more. Their humming getting louder. It did not go unnoticed by either woman that the louder the humming got the brighter the light got.

Sarah felt Robin's arms encircle her. There were no feelings of fear…only uncertainty. Her arms came to rest on top of Robins as the commander pulled the blonde even closer.

The ground shook so hard that it caused both women to drop to their knees. They closed their eyes against the blinding light that now filled the coliseum. Soon after, they covered their ears to try to drown out the humming that had turned into a loud roar.

The last thing either of them remembered was being enveloped in darkness and silence as Otis once again wrapped his wings around them…


Five months later…

Robin stood tall as her blue eyes scanned the darkness that lay just beyond the large bay window of the Phoenix.

"All looks good commander…we are cruising at normal speed and should reach sector 7 in approximately 12 hours and 13 minutes."

The commander smiled as her eyes drifted toward her crew.

"Very good Lieutenant."

Robin stepped down from the command deck and turned to leave. Her voice carried over her shoulder as she instructed her crew to contact her only if trouble were to arise. Her steps didn't seem to be carrying her fast enough toward her chamber.

She smiled when she thought of how Sarah had quickly added a much-needed womanly touch to their living quarters. Of course, in Robins mind the small blonde could do no wrong and anything she came in contact with benefited from her touch.

"Including myself…" thought Robin as her steps quickened.

It had been months since the couple had found themselves back onboard the Phoenix and neither were willing to be out of each other's company for long. Today was no exception.

Robin reached the outside of her chamber and before she could open the door…to her delight, it slid open. The tall commander smiled as she walked inside the chamber. The door closed behind her as her blue eyes danced across the candlelit room. Finally, they landed on the most beautiful site the commander had ever seen.

"I was hoping you wouldn't be gone long…"

Sarah stood in the center of the room dressed only in a shear, knee-length midnight blue colored gown that left very little for the imagination. Robin swallowed hard as she spoke.

"I promised I wouldn't be…"

The blonde walked toward her lover…a slow smile played across her lips as she began to undo the all ready lose ties of her gown. She could see the effect she was having on Robin and it made her smile even more.

"So…commander Sword…do you have any pressing plans you need to attend to this afternoon…"

Sarah ran her hands up the front of Robin's uniform. Her fingers swirled around buttons that she longed to slip free.

"Only one pressing matter…"

Robin shivered as she felt fingertips slide up her neck and into her hair. Her lover wanted a kiss…and she had no problem with giving her lover anything she wanted…anything.

A soft kissed barely brushed the tall woman's lips.

"And what pressing matter might that be…"

Sarah felt strong arms reach around her. Hands that belonged to those arms caressed her softly. Robin pulled the blonde close. Her lips seeking out the soft skin of her lover's neck. A trail of wet kisses led Robin's lips to a delectable ear… Warm breathe tickled Sarah's ear.

"you…and only you…"

The sound of Robin's voice was the sexiest sound that Sarah had ever heard. Whether she was talking…whispering…or…moaning. It didn't matter…it turned the blonde inside out.

"What if it wasn't just me…?"

Sarah felt her lover stop all motion. Robin pulled back and just looked into the green eyes that held her soul. Surely, she doesn't want to invite another…
The blonde could feel the confusion and turmoil coming from her lover…she knew that her words had been misinterpreted.

"No…no…never that."

Sarah cupped her lovers face…slowly she leaned into Robin. The kiss that the taller woman received left nothing to doubt about that particular subject.

Then who…

Suddenly a light went off in the commander's brain. Sarah felt it as she pulled away from the most delicious lips in the known galaxy.

Small hands slipped free from long black tresses and reached for one large hand. Robin waited as she stared down at her lover. Sarah turned Robins hand and guided it until the commander's palm came to rest on her trembling belly.

"Sarah…"

"Robin…I want to…"

Before the blonde could finish she found herself scooped up off the floor and being swung around in circles. Evidently, Robin had the same idea…, which only meant one thing…

The swirling stopped and lips found lips. The kiss was one of promise. Robin allowed the muscled body of her lover to slip slowly from her arms. She did not let go until she was certain Sarah's feet were steady on the floor. Green eyes starred up into blue.

"Let's make love…make a baby…start a family…"

Sarah's words sounded more like a question and Robin smiled as she began to speak.

"Yes…"

Kiss

"Yes"

Another kiss

"And yes"

The two sat quietly starring at one another…their foreheads resting against each other. It felt as though an eternity had passed before either one moved. In reality it was only a few seconds…however, time was simply a trivial matter of the moment.

"I love you Robin."

"And I love you Sarah."

The warm glow of love shined around both women as lips parted and kisses began. Hands reached and bodies came together. Soon, the tender sounds of passion and desire filled the chamber.

Of course, life would be forever changed…but the bonds of love that knit these two souls together were only being made stronger…if that were even possible…

The end


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