Ask Keith!
E-mail from Arus...
I've asked Keith if he would be willing to do the same thing Pidge was doing over on GaTtai with his 'Ask Pidge' column.
Apparently Pidge's activities were news to Keith. Sorry Pidge.
Well, Allura got wind of my plan and thinks it's a great idea and has...well "convinced" Keith to give it a try. Helping with the Voltron Force's public image etc, etc...“Princess, why on Arus are you making me do this?”“Because people need to see your human side.”“What? They think I’m not human?”“Well you do come across a little… well…”“Well what?”“Cardboard.”“Cardboard?”“Stiff, emotionless, a stick in the mud… boring.”“Boring? Me?”“Yes.”“You think I’m boring too...”“Oh, no Keith. You’re the most amazing, fascinating, charming, and deep person I’ve ever met in my life! You’re…”“Princess?”“Uhhh, Please, Keith? For me?”
"Okay… For you… Princess."Ohhh, She's Good!
So, I will forward any questions you have been dying to ask our favorite captain and transcribe his voice-communica responses.
Send questions to
PaladinOfArus@outdrs.net
Oh, and lets try to not embarrass him to much! hehehe
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Hey Keith,
How do you relieve all the tension you must be feeling over being in love with Allura and not being able to act on it?
Anonymous
redllionpilot@col.arus“Lance! You better learn how to screen your e-mail address better ol buddy. You are now officially on graveyard shift for the next month! As to your question, ignoring your assumption of love, I suppose I take out my frustrations on my lowly, double-crossing, and conniving teammates. Oh and the Red is due for its complete diagnostic this week isn’t it?”
Keith
So Keith,
Have you ever actually broken any rules, or are you always this much of a goodie two-shoes?
P.O.D.
princelotor@castel.doom“Pod? Weird name... So, I'm a goodie two-shoes? Just because I follow the rules? Rules are used by civilized societies to keep order and should be upheld…Wait a minute… P.O.D.? Well that figures. What would you know about following the rules anyway? Princey my way or The Pit. Never mind, I’ll spare you the lecture.”
“What! No lecture? No preachy goody-goody stuff? First time for everything I suppose.”
“Lance will you get lost!”
“Hey! Ouch!”
“Hrumf”
Keith
Honorable Captain,
May I take the impudence to ask you where did you go to buy that jumpsuit of yours? You know, I would like to change my look for my next aerobic lessons and I was wondering where to buy a cool jumpsuit like that!^_^
Thank you, Captain, keep up your great work in kicking Robest ass!
Flora“Finally, someone who understands the functionality of my clothing of choice. My red jumpsuit is standard issue Galaxy Garrison old school, before they went to the current look. You should be able to pick one up at any of the G.G. surplus stores in your area. Red is hard to come by as it was only issued to those in command, but you should be able to get one in green or brown pretty easily.”
“As to why I still wear it… as everyone always wants to know…Well, I hate the new G.G uniforms. The fabric is cheap, budget cuts and all, it doesn’t breath well and just isn’t as durable as the old ones. And yes, I do have a closet full of them and don’t wear the same one over and over. Really!”
“Now to that other inevitable question… Why do I wear a uniform all the time and the others don’t? I just feel more professional in a uniform. It wouldn’t be right for the commander of Voltron to be out of uniform while at work. And, yes I am always at work. We are all technically supposed to be in uniform being Galaxy Garrison officers. But on this rule… well, I’m lax and I let the guys, when they are not piloting, get away with not wearing one. Why? Well, it makes them happy. See Pod boy, I’m willing to bend!”
“Now you might want to ask Lance, Pidge and Hunk why they always wear the same civilian clothes all the time. Was there some great sale on blue tee shirts and tan slacks that I missed? Have you ever washed a leather jacket? Neither has he!”
Keith
Keith,
Do you ever plan on telling Allura you love her or are you going to just moon after her forever?
J.
airteamcap@explorer.gg“Subtle, buddy, subtle.You been talking to Lance? What is it with you guys! Allura is the Princess of Planet Arus. I am Captain of the Voltron force! Period!”
Keith
Hi Keith...
Question for you...
Who would be your choice for best man at your wedding to our wonderful Princess of Arus, Allura???? Lance, Hunk, Pidge or Lotor? (assuming of course, that Coran will give the royal bride away!)
And...
Do you care if Allura plans a HUGE ball-like wedding... or a smaller, more personal wedding...and why? And... can I be invited???Thanks!!
Adele“My wedding? What are you talking about? Uh… ahem... You can’t mean Allura and I? I mean that just can’t happen… I mean I…..well…we…her and I…we…ugh…”
Long pause
“Allura is the Princess of Planet Arus. I am Captain of the Voltron force and well ...that's that. She is to marry a prince... not a pilot... not...uh...”
Another long pause…
“As to what Princess Allura’s wedding will be like and for an invitation. I think you need to contact Nanny about that. I don’t believe Allu…I mean The Princess has any say one way or another as to what her wedding will be like or who they are going to force her to… to…”
Yet another long pause…
Silence...
Silence...
“Talk to Nanny!”
(A chair scrapes across the floor, footsteps fade and a door swooshes open then closed.)
Oops! I guess that’s the end of that transmission!
Moira
Keith
So did a bunch of girls really put ribbons in your hair and dress you up like a girl when you were a little kid?
Mrs. CaptJack
MrsCaptJackSparrow@earthlink.net"NO! That is Moira’s version of the events of my childhood and has no relevance to anything that may or may not have happened to me as a kid.
No, I did not have red bows in my hair!"Keith
Mrs. Cap Jack's reply to his post.
Gee, Keith. Defensive much? And how funny you should mention red bows. I never specified a colour. So then they were red, hmmm?(I wasn’t able to get any further response from him on this subject.)
Moira
Keith,
How are you planning to ask Allura to marry you?
Anonymous
redllionpilot@col.arus“Aghhhhh!”
Hi Keith...
Um...I'm a single, sweet thing from the village of Candor on Arus. Are you and the Princess solid...or can I have a shot at you too???
Sighs....
^ _ ~
You’re adoring secret admirer from afar....
(Can’t say my name, in case the Princess is monitoring this!!! She might have me beheaded or something!!!)Faints dead away.... with a gentle sigh.....
“Uh…Hi uh…ahem, Sweet Thing?”
“Well, uh, we are… um… cough, cough.” He clears his throat. “Um, Allur…The Princess and I…we are…”
Mutes transmission
Switches back on
“I am flatted that you would think of me that way, but, ask any of the guys and they’ll tell you I’m impossible to live with. My job makes it impossible for me to even think about dating anyone, if that is what you are referring to. You should find someone who could dedicate their life to you, pelage their allegiance to you and be there for you whenever you need rescuing… wait… wha…rescuing where’d that… ” he mutters something incompressible…
“I’m sure there’s someone out there for you.”
(Transition cuts off abruptly.)
Dear Captain-
From one group leader to another, can you give me any tips to keep my clients workin' hard during class sessions? What kind of motivation do you use to keep the team focused on their drills?
Any thoughts on potential topics for the next chapters of my fan-fic? ;)
Cheers-
Princess Evality"Greetings Your Highness,"
“I have one word for you…‘TEAM’ that is the thing you need to always remind them of… ‘TEAM’”
“If you keep reminding them they are a team and not just individuals this inspires them to want to individually work harder for the greater good. People will often work much harder as a member of a group than they ever would own their own. Peer pressure is a great tool, use it to your advantage.”
“Let’s go Team! Great Job Team! Always keep the group mentality first and foremost in your mind and theirs.”
“Fan Fiction. Now that’s a loaded topic. I understand that Allura and I are public figures and people always fantasize about the secret lives of public figures. Now I know it’s fun to sit safe at home back on earth and imagine all these romantic things that could be going on out in space in and in and around the Castle of Lions. It is called fan fiction for a reason. It’s fiction! Fighting Robeasts, witches, and robots, talking to spirits and space mice, giant mechanical lions that shapeshift into a giant robot, a castle that can transform into a super fortress. That’s real life, not all that romance crap! Write about real life!”
“Sorry about the language but it’s embarrassing. I mean you guys always have Allura and I…well…in rather compromising situations and well, it makes me wonder what if… uh I mean…it makes me wonder what… “
“Oh never mind.”
Captain Keith,
So, you're always in uniform and you're always on duty? You need to find yourself a girl, mate. Or, perhaps the reason you're always working is that you've already found one and are otherwise incapable of wooing said strumpet? You're not a eunuch, are you?
Captain Jack Sparrow
CaptainJackSparrow@earthlink.net"Captain Jack?"
"What military are you with because you are obviously not Galaxy Garrison material? A eunuch? Is that the best you can do? Just because I know how to follow protocol you call me a eunuch? My job is to protect Arus not to bed the princess. Hmm, you must work for Lotor."
Captain KeithCap Jack's reply to his post...
Sort of with me own branch of service, mate. Not too good at following
orders and such. Notice you still didn't answer the question though. Did
it hurt?Captain Jack Sparrow
CaptainJackSparrow@earthlink.net"Did What hurt?"
Snip, snip.
Captain Jack Sparrow
CaptainJackSparrow@earthlink.net
Jack, darling, of course he's not a eunuch. He's much to lovesick to be a eunuch. He's obviously a virgin. Come to bed.
Mrs. CaptJack
MrsCaptJackSparrow@earthlink.net"You are sick! ....Both of you! My history, as it were, is no concern of yours!"
Keith
See, Jack, you hurt his feelings. You simply must apologize for calling him
a eunuch. Virgins are quite sensitive about such things.Mrs. CaptJack
MrsCaptJackSparrow@earthlink.netI'm not apologizing. The man needs to bed his woman and be done with it.
Then we could have a wedding. I love weddings! Drinks all round!Captain Jack Sparrow
CaptainJackSparrow@earthlink.net"Here we go with the wedding thing again. Listen up people, Allura and I can’t get married! Got it! No matter how much she or I might want to… it just can’t happen Do you understand!”
Keith
Dear Keith,
Why can you for once in your life act like you don't have a stick jammed up
your butt?! I mean you're all work and no play kinda guy! Don't cha know how
to relax and have fun? Maybe I should send ya websites with some lovely
'pictures' of the Princess, would that help ya a bit?
Lady CyberDragon: SYLVER! *whacks him on the head*
Sylver: What?! I'm only giving him some quality entertainment! :D
*whacks him again*
Sylver: Ooow! Okay then! Sheesh! Forget I said anything, before master gives
me the Oversized Hammer of DOOM! *insert suspense music*
......Aw hell with it, I'm outta here!
~Sylver the Dragon (and LCD)Dear Sylver,
Your letter really made me stop and re-think my life. You're right, I am a workaholic. I should take a hint from my teammates and let my hair down every once and a while. I mean what could it really hurt. Look at Lance for instance. He is an awesome pilot and officer when he needs to be, but boy can he relax and let it all go when he's off duty. Heck, I feel like doing something crazy right now. I know, I'm gonna march right over to the princess and tell her... no, no I'm just gonna kiss her! Thanks for the kick in the butt Sylver I needed that!
Now about those websites. Could you send em to redlionpilot@...
"Lance! What are you doing on my computer?"
"Uh, nothing uh Keith I just..."
"Lance?... What are you hiding?"
"Nothing I was just... Hey...ughggg...
Kei....th...I.....can...t....bre...at...h.""Good...Now lets see here...Keith...once in your life...Stick up my what!...Don't cha know how to relax... some lovely pictures of... What! Oh no... Lance you didn't..."
"Guurrrrgle."
"...Silver, You... made me re think my life?... Look at Lance...awesome, pilot and officer when he needs to be! Ha!... This is rich... I'm gonna march right over to the princess and tell her... no, no I'm just gonna kiss
her! What! Oh Lance... ohhhhhh, Lance.""urckg...Hur...tin....gggg...meee..."
"Shut up! ... Thanks for the kick in the...? Oh you're Dead..."
"Ke...ith....I.....nnnnnaaahh."
"Now about those websites. Could you send em to redlionpilot@... Oh you are sooooo dead mister! How could you even think to... You want to see Allura...? Oh you are dead."
Thunk. "Cough, cough... I'm... cough... sorry I... Keith?...Why are you looking at me like that? It was just some fun. I really wasn't going too...Keith? ... Keith stop looking at me like.... ughh Keith... Aghhhh!"
"Oh you better run Lion Boy!"
Dear Comm. Keith,
Have you ever considered donning on a pair of denim blue jeans? Because I think that instead of MOST of the women on Arus, ALL of the woman of Arus would want you. On a serious note, What’s your favorite way of relaxing yourself?
Sweety“Hi Sweety?… another one???”
“Um. well uh… I don’t think your conclusion is accurate. You see, believe it or not when back on earth and not on duty I used to live in blue jeans. Honest. But since moving to Arus well there isn’t much opportunity to relax and just hang out. I tried wearing them a few months ago when I was going to help the princess and her maids out in the garden. Well I don’t think they had ever seen that kind of clothing before. They just kept giving me strange looks and didn’t get much work done. So into the closet they went and there they stay. Oh well…”
“As for what I do to relax, well I love a good book. Then there’s always Tai Chi. That’s great for unwinding. I have been know to on occasion go out and sit next to the Black and just enjoy the view. Basically alone and quite, that’s what I like. Boring eh. I know but that’s me. Boring Keith.”Sweety's response to Keith's answer...
Tai Chi? boring? Are you kidding me? I love Tai-Chi! And neh..then the women of Terra are blind ;)Sweety,
Boring? No way! Tai Chi is anything but...I just find that people find me boring because I do it so much. I tried to get the team to do it with me. Lance could never get it. ‘Flow my what?’ He would always ask. ‘Your Chi Lance… your energy…’ Soon they all quit. Well no, actually the princess didn’t quit. We used to get up an hour early go out in the garden together and greet the sunrise while going through the form. Bun now she is to busy in the morning to do it with me anymore, something Nanny has her now studying. I tried to explain to Nanny how Tai Chi would help Allura with her self-defense but she would hear nothing of it. I miss that time we had It was a nice way to start the day.
Keith
Blind, no, I think they see just fine.Hi Keith,
You and the Princess eeh? *wiggles eyebrows suggestively* any chance that you did…more than Tai Chi? *smirks*
And the fact that the maids kept staring at you, and not doing their work...doesn't that say to you that you were looking more dashing that usual?
*snorts* and If you're boring, then I'm the Queen of Pollux. Which i'm not.
P.S - Keep up the good loo...errr...job! And please never EVER consider getting a haircut... please?Sumayyah 'Sweety' Rafiq
"Look, Cheesy jumped out of nowhere and scared Allura making her fall into me while in white crane. We were not, I repeat not rolling around in the grass together as many choose to believe."
"So, you think they were staring because they liked how I looked? Really? I never thought that they might have… I mean there was a lot of giggling and whispering… No, they had to have been making jokes. And well sweet Allura must have been embarrassed for me. She never would look at me. Well okay, she looked at me but always looked away when I would ask her something. I also remember it was a really hot day out and she didn’t look at all well. I remember asking her if she was alright or if she needed water or anything. I think the heat must have gotten to her. She was acting really weird and kept having me walk over here walk over there… “Can you carry that over there Keith?”… “Here?”… “No further.” She’s not normally that indecisive. Weird. But like I said it was really hot. Later, after I had planted all of the trees, I brought her a cool drink of water and she almost fainted from the heat. Luckily I got there just in time to catch her. I had to use my tee shirt and the cold water on her head to cool her off. Nothing else got done after that. Everyone just watched until Nanny arrived. Heat exhaustion was the doctor’s diagnosis. For weeks after that every time I walked passed any of the maids they would just giggle and Allura wouldn’t look at me or talk to me either. Bad enough she fell ill from the heat and was embarrassed by that, I embarrassed her and that is a horrible felling that I don’t want to experience again. So, no more jeans for me. At least on Arus anyway.
Hey, Sweety, did you know in both instances Nanny made it from the top observation deck to the garden in under a minute? It takes me at least three. Wonder how she does it?"
Keith
And don’t worry, I like my hair too!One minute? Wow...But I guess only Nanny knows how to do that.....I best get going *bows* Pleasure corresponding with you Commander. And I hope you will send or at least inform me when you get married to Allura.
And no, I haven't been talking with Lance *Goes to hide behind Lance*
“I AM NOT MARRYING ALLURA! AGHHHHHH!!!”
“Ummm… sorry… eh… it’s been nice talking to you, Sweety.”Keith
Hey Keith, ole' buddy!
Jeff here! Its kind of boring here on the Explorer and well, Ginger's starting to get mad at all the blonde jokes that Cliff and I are throwing her way...
“Heh, sounds like you two But then again I’m sure Cliff has heard them all! Lucky you don’t live here or you would have been belted long ago!”
…Listen... I've to got a question for you!
Lisa and I are having some problems understanding each other. She thinks I'm not dedicated enough....and I'm too critical....especially when it comes to the food being dished out around here... YUK! And that I haven't got a romantic bone in my body!…“That because you don’t listen my friend. You’re so used to barking out orders that you don’t hear what’s right in front of you. I’m sure you can think of something you could do for her. Find out some usual thing that that she likes. Oh, I don’t know. maybe a type of rare flower or something. Try and get that for her.”
…Anyway, I know that you and I are kind of cut from the same cloth. Okay… maybe not the same cloth...maybe a I'm cut from the scraps of the cloth that you were cut from...but ANYWAY....getting to the point here....
“Scraps of the same cloth? Jeff are you crazy? You must be loosing it.”
…Lisa says I'm not serious enough. She's been yelling her head off about me being more dedicated to her instead of waffling back and forth... I know you don't have that problem...being that you've never attached yourself to anyone…
“Whoa back up the shuttle… Are you are serious? I mean you and Lisa were well always friendly and you told me about that necklace she gave you but… You’re not talking the M word are you? Look, just because I have remained unattached doesn’t mean it’s the right thing for you. Just follow your heart. If you love her, why not? But how are you going to get around G.G. regs? I suppose technically Cric is her direct superior so you could probably get around it that way.”
…Oh....wait... didn't Lance send me something a few months back...let me think.... uh... hmm.... OH YEAH!!! I remember now! I guess you and the Princess got into it at some point over something that you said to her. Let me see...now...what was it he said again... OH YEAH!!!
He said that you started spewing out this line to Princess Allura about her being a Princess and you being a pilot and the two don't mix. But then, you kissed her on the cheek out on the balcony during one of those royal things she throws... and Lance caught you both.... and has never let either of you hear the end of it!!!! HAHAHAHAHA…“What! Damnit Lance! I didn’t kiss her! Jeff, Lance is… misleading you. I never kissed her! I was whispering something to her when Lance walked in, she turned her head and well…I didn’t kiss her! Anyway, we are what we are… She IS a princess and I AM a pilot and the two do not mix! Last I checked I’m not a prince so why bother even entertaining the thought.”
…Sounds to me, Keith, like you just can't make up your mind!!! …
“Ugh…”
…So...why am I asking YOU for female advice???? You don't even know what to do with the one that's practically throwing herself at your feet!!!…
“She’s not interested in just a pilot! Will you get over it.”
Sheesh....forget I asked!
Thanks for nothing, PAL!!!!JEFF
“Thanks for nothing PAL? The one guy I figured I could rely on I find is no better than the rest. Why won’t you guys let up on all this Princess stuff? Look, this planet has more regulations than G.G. on who can marry who. And, I have been told by Allura’s governess, with no uncertain terms, that there is a prince in Allura’s future and not a lowly pilot like me.”
“Listen, I hope you were serious in the first part of your letter. If love is looking you in the face, God damnit Jeff, grab on to it and don’t let go. Don’t be a loner like me…”
Keith
“Hey, I’ll trade you one Red Lion pilot for any one of yours… Interested?”
Hi Keith,Now then, FINALLY I have a great chance to tell you a couple of things...
When IN THE HELL are you going to profess your damn, everlasting love to my
cousin Allura for Goodness' sake???“Oh here we go again!”
The poor girl is really worn out, and then IT'S ME who has to swallow HOURS
and HOURS of interplanetary phone-calls with her constant complaints...Stuff
like "Do I look like Haggar? Romelle, tell me SINCERELY, do I vaguely look
like Haggar, since he seems afraid even to give me a kiss on the
cheek?! Maybe with a face lifting, or a sexy night-gown..."or" do you think
I'm going to die virgin??"...and other atrocities...
Now, what am I supposed to tell her??? I can't stand it...
And the worst is that EVEN Coran got mad at me, because the last phone bill
of the Castle was ENORMOUS, and he phoned me screaming that we are drying
the royal finances, and I should be doing something to solve this situation
because Allura plays the deaf...
Now, it's up to you, dear Captain, I made my speech, don't let me say it
twice!!!!Yours NOT truly,
ROMELLE, ROYAL PRINCESS OF POLLUXMelle@poll.ux
Romelle,
“I find it hard to believe that Allura, the most beautiful woman on Arus, thinks she looks like Haggar, give me a break! Nor can I believe she would don a sexy nightgown. I mean, whenever Nanny finds that kind of stuff she goes ballistic. And there is no way Allura thinks she is going to die a… a… oh don’t make me say it. Did Sven put you up to this?”
“Are you sure this ‘He’ she is referring to isn’t that prince that was here last week when I was gone on surveillance. Nanny was sure to fill me in personally when I got back. She told me all about how Allura really liked him and was hanging on his every word, and how she is going to be inviting him back for another visit. I think she said he was coming when I will be at that conference with Sven next week. I think you’ve got your hes confused Romelle. You have too… Nanny said… I mean, the prince…Allura is… Romelle? Please tell me you have your Hes confused.”
Keith
“I’ll talk to Coran about the bills for you he was out of line.”
Keith,
I bet Pidge told you about Aiden, Ototo, Daneil, and I. I bet you also know the crisis on Arus. If not, read his page about it. My force is sending reinforcements. And kick Lotor for me, okay?
CharHello Char,
Yes he did and thanks for the alert. Yusuke, Hiei, Kurama and the gang said that you and they are handling it just fine and I wouldn’t want to get in the way. This crisis sounds to be more their specialty. Now if your talking Robeasts, that’s ours! Do pass the word when you see them that they are welcome to stay at the castle if they like. Hiei could show me some more of his sword moves that I can use on Lotor and Yusuke and Lance could catch up on their insults.
Consider Lotor kicked!
Keith
Hey, hey, Keith!
I'm here to help you! Being the only certifiable genius on the team, not to mention that I've finally reached the official status of, 'adulthood' as of my recent 19th birthday, I feel I'm more than qualified to come in and lend you a hand sorting through all this, 'Princess-stuff'.
People are objecting to your handling of the situation between you and Allura, because frankly...they just don't understand the situation and the timing at hand. Timing, as you always say...is everything. And to move forward in a relationship, when the time is not right... could be disastrous...to say the very least.
You see, Romelle is obviously bias. I mean, that's her cousin, right? Think of it... if that were your cousin, you'd really have to stretch to resist the urge to jump in and defend your family.
Jeff... well, Jeff is a great leader.. but a crappy lover! Let's face it... he liked Ginger...gave up on her... now he's telling her blonde jokes...real mature, might I add....now, he runs in Lisa's corner...and now doesn't know what to do with a girl that can actually THINK for herself. (Ginger...if you read this.. I'm sorry, but I call em' as I see em'.)
Lance... well...he's just a big, fat, blabber mouth and braggart to boot!
Nothing more needs to be said there...but I'll say it anyway, because I need to entertain myself. You see, I'm doing this email on watch in the Control Room...but NOT TO WORRY, KEITH!!! Everything's under control here! Sensors are clear! Nothing's happening....oh wait... what's that heading for the planet? MY GOD!!! Is it... could it be!!! NOT LOTOR'S DOOM FLEET?? HOW'D I MISS THAT???? Where's that stupid alarm button!!!! I've got to call the force and... oh... crap...... uh... wait a minute... opps...
Oh...never mind. It was a meteorite. Burned up in the atmosphere. All's clear.
Now...where was I?
OH! YEAH!!! Lance....
He thinks he's a lady's man...but truth is, he was working on a little dish over in the village of Porter last week, and let me tell you...Hunk and I have been laughing at this for a week! He told us all about his plans to romance this girl...and...well, you know where Lance was heading to with her.
Well... the girl dumped him, flat!!! Not only that... she threw his flowers back into his face!!! Then, he goes to take her in his arms to kiss her... and she stomps on his foot!!! HILARIOUS!!!! BWAHAHAHAAAHHAA!!!
He had to visit Dr. Gorma on the sly for a broken big toe!! I was CRYING when one of the nurse sources that I have, told me about it!!!!! And Hunk... he needed oxygen after hearing the news....
(wipes tears from eyes and puts glasses back on face)
Bottom line...don't listen to Lance...no matter what. He's full of hot air...nothing more. He's obviously the LAST guy to listen to, when it comes to matters of love! Lust.. hmm... maybe he's a good source.
But love...never.
Well, I hope this bit of encourage came as a welcome breath of fresh air for you, Commander. After all.. brown-nosing is MY specialty!!! ^_^
By the way...
If you don't mind my asking...
When ARE you planning on asking the Princess out on a date anytime soon? If so, can you be as specific as possible, WHEN you plan on doing that, please? I'm in the Castle pool and I could stand to win MOOCHO buckeronies if I get the date right! Not to mention...beating out Lance and Hunk!!!
If you want to split the winnings, Keith, just work with me here! I've got a hefty bet in on the third Saturday in November, this year. So that gives you... let's see... that's, April...May...June... Eight months! Better get planning!
Well, got to get back to work now.
See ya! ~_^
and remember... work with me and I'll take care of us both!!!Pidge
Pidge,Pidge, Pidge, Pidge, Pidge…
How many times do I have to remind you that when you are on watch, you are on watch? And there you are goofing off again. We are under constant threat from Doom. They are always trying something new to get past our sensors. We must remain ever vigilant especially when on watch. We are a team, Pidge. And a team is only as strong as its weakest member. Remember that. There is a time for work and a time for play. AND SITTING IN CONTROL IS NOT IT! Do you understand me!?
Until you can fully show me your full dedication to you job when on duty I hereby suspend all of your extra privileges immediately. Including, but not inclusive of, your online activities. Do you hear me, Pidge? You will now be taking extra shifts in control every day until I say otherwise. I want all the sensors optimized. I want the new motion sensors fully tested. I want the new long-range com system fully operational in two days. And wipe those streaks of the main screen! For that matter the whole room gets the white glove! I will be up there in three hours I expect to see you there, Pidge, and working diligently. You don’t want me to get angry now do you, Pidge?As to your… opinions… Yes timing is everything and when the time is not right it could be disastrous. To bad you didn’t time your e-mail better, Pidge.
As for your comments on the Vehicle Force… I don’t know what gossip you and Chip have been sharing, please keep it to yourselves. Jeff’s love life or lack of it is for him to discuss not you.
Now, Lance. I believe you called him a big, fat, blabber mouth, braggart? Not very nice there Pidge. Hmmm, now about this toe in question. Didn’t Hunk tell me he broke Lance’s toe when they were sparing? Yes, and you said you saw the whole thing… “really I was there”…well, well, well. You know that reminds me… Allura told me this morning that the orphanage down the hill’s septic tank just broke and they need it dug out and repaired. Looks like I just got three volunteers. Thank You Pidge!
Since it seems I am again the butt of your jokes with this pool of yours. I would like to start a new one. How long will it take before Pidge gets thrown into the septic tank by Hunk and Lance for squealing. I’ll take ten minutes!
Keith
In case you forgot, your commanding officer.Pidge's response...
Keith,
FOR CRYING OUT LOUD!! It was a joke! (all except the Castle pool, that is) but come on! I'm the most dedicated person on the team! Do I REALLY deserve this kind of punishment???? And as far as protecting Lance and his big toe incident, Lance threatened to beat the living daylights out of me, if I didn't go along with it! But Hunk made him pay through the nose.
Haven't you noticed how 'productive' Lance has been around the Castle of Lions, lately? Cleaning up, helping out in the in-house orphanage center, community charitable contributions, especially when it comes to kids? Do you think he's doing that out of the kindness of his heart???? LANCE???
Pleeeeezzeee.....
Be nice, Keith! I pull my weight around here!! After all, who is it that runs all the system diagnostics? ME!
Who's the guy that invents new gadgets that benefit all of us??? ME again!
And who is it that takes care to keep the mice out of the electronics? Me...naturally!
I do lots around here, as it is!! And I do it, without having to be told! And what thanks do I get? My Commanding officer jumps on my back, just because I make a crack or two in the name of fun!! Sheesh, Keith!!
But... I apologize for my crass behavior and for my cracks about the Castle Pool. Sorry, Keith.
Am I off the hook now????
Pidge
Pidge,
“Apology Accepted.”“However your punishment continues. Yes I know all you do for the team, Pidge. But you are mistaken if you feel your job if more important than the rest of us. Everyone must pull their weight and contribute where their skills are strongest. And, I cannot stress enough… when in control you are in control and nothing else. I can look the other way, and do, when you guys goof off at other times, but I cannot when it comes to your shift in control or when you’re piloting the Lions. We are Galaxy Garrison officers and this planet is counting on us, remember that Pidge.”
“Ah, so that’s why Lance took Hunks shift this morning. Heh. But, isn’t he really helping out with the kids to impress that red haired teacher? You know the one. He’s been following her around like a love struck puppy for weeks. (and yes Lance, I know your reading this.)”
“So, Pidge…do you mind telling me who started this pool and who is in it. I really would like to know who’s behind this. More curiosity than anything else. Do people really think that about Allura and I…? That we would… um…actually date…?”
Keith
Keit,
I tought I'd take a few minutes of my time here on Pollux to email you and to tell you dat you've got a wonderful forum going here! I'm glad dat you decided to do dis!
In scanning your mail so far, I've found dat Princess Romelle had dropped you a word or two... a harsh word or two!
I jist wanted to say how sorry I am dat Romelle got a bit out of hand dere in her email to you.
She's been edgy lately and fighting constantly with Bandor. You know how brot'ers and sisters can fight.
I tough dat since I was here, I would pass on some of my advise to you. But, I intend to me more understanding den Romelle was.
Anyvay, let me give you a piece of advise dat will stick wit you for a long time to come.
WAKE UP!
How often is a beautiful princess going to come into your life? My God't, Keit! Vhat's da matter wit you? I know you feel as if she and you do not belong togeter. I tought da same ting before too. But its not true! Get wit da program! Start dating, will you? People are going to start tinking you're gay or someting, and jist afraid to come out about it!!!
(You're not...are you? I mean... we've been parted for a while...and wit me on Pollux and you on Arus.. tings happen dat I might miss...)
Never mind.
Jist remember...if you need some advise on how to handle spunky, spilt-fire blonde hair princesses, let me know! I'm here for you, my friend!You see... dat is how to give proper advise! Being firm, but say it wit love, is always a good mixture. Now...don't you feel better, Keit?
Glad I could help, old friend!
Signing off from Pollux,
SvenSven,
“For a moment there I was glad to here form you, but no you just like all the rest. Sven, you of all people should understand my situation. Pollux isn’t that different than Arus. What if Romelle was next in line for the crown? Do you really think they would be as receptive to you then? Be honest Sven, they’d run you off that planet. And then there is that whole dating someone under my command issue, or have you forgotten about that little bit of red tape. You are not Romelle’s commanding officer last I checked. So, I bet you’re in the castle pool too huh, what do you have? April? May?”
“And for the record I never said Allura and I don’t belong together. I said we couldn’t be together. And well, if that makes people think I’m gay then so be it.”
“Keith?”
“Uh, Allura how did … ? When did…?”
“You think we belong together?”
“I… uh… Allu… mmmm… Princess I was just explaining to Sven about Garrison conduct regulation 32…”
“Keith?”
“Prin….cesssssss… ?
“Keith…answer the question.”
“I…Princess I… Oh is that the time? Sorry Princess I’ve got to go check on Pidge…I… uh, bye.” (Swish.)
“KEITH!”
Sevn's response...
Keit,
I was totally genuine in my comments to you! And I do understand your situation! But I don't tink you understand it, my friend.
No, Romelle is not under my command. But...if you will remember...I am now under hers. As captain and high ranking officer of da Polluxian Guard Forces, I am responsible for da security of not only da Castle and da people of Pollux, but for da safety of da Royal Family...and my orders come from Princess Romelle, directly!
But...jist what makes you tink dat Arus would not welcome you as an adopted son and suitor of da Princess? For Godt's sake, Keit...you are DA BLACK LION KNIGHT! Da Commander of Voltron! You're famous! Arus loves you...especially da girls! (see a previous email you had received!)
You are in love wit her, Keit. You know dat you are. She makes your knees turn to jelly whenever she's around!
You're jist not willing to admit it to yourself yet. So, hide behind da Garrison rulebook for as long as you can. But someday... you might jist find dat its too late to act...and Allura has moved on. (Romelle suggested for me to say dat last part. What a great line, huh?)
Now.. what castle pool are we taking about? Is it too late to get in on it? Who do I talk to? How much money can I win if I get it right???
Sincerely,
SvenSven,
“How can you compare our situations they’re completely different? And anyway, Bandor is to be the King of Pollux and he has already given you his blessing. Yes, you are under Romelle’s command, her being the Princess and all but Bandor is truly your superior not her.”
“AND I’M NOT HIDING! Rules are rules. What my legs do in her presence notwithstanding. I mean…uh…”
Thunk… Thunk… Thunk…SLAM!
“Damnit Sven, I don’t…I…aghhhh! Please? Please stop. Sven, I… I…don’t want to think about it. Ally is…Allura is………unggghhhhh… Sven, please don’t do this to me. I can’t have her you know I can’t.” “I… aghhhhhhh!”
“Goodnight!”
Hey Keith....
Question....
And no...it’s not about women. It’s about something FAR more important!Can we talk to Nanny about kitchen hours? I mean...I work all day, starting at 6am, sharp, for Lion Practice...and depending on the circumstance...I end up missing a meal here or there. Then, I have to find time to wander across the meadow, down the hill and over the river to one of the village eateries for a bite to eat because Nanny won't let anyone in the kitchen on off meal hours! That's crazy...especially when we're talking about being on alert all the time!
Can you talk to Nanny, PLEASE??? Something's gotta give, here!!! You don't want to see me have to get MAD....do you?
Also, can you consider scheduling Lion Practice after 9am in the morning? Especially since I have the evening flight patrol that doesn't get done until 11pm at night, by the time I wind down, I'm looking at a 1am bedtime! To get up again at 5:30am for 6am practice is hard for me! I'm not a morning guy, Keith! And then, missing a meal and having to go on a hunt for food does NOT make Hunk a happy camper!
Maybe you can assign me the early afternoon flight patrol, instead, and then, I can have the evenings free. That would at least make the kitchen problem more tolerable...kinda. I'll just have to learn to graze in the fields with the cows. (some of these little Mom & Pop eateries cost a fortune!!)
See what you can do, Keith. Thanks for your 'open-door' policy. I know you'll come through for me.
HunkAdd on:
"Hey Keith... I busted into Hunk's email and read what he sent you. But, what Hunk's NOT telling you, is that from 11pm to 1 or sometimes 1:30am... he's playing vid-disc games! He's addicted to that stuff! He can't peel himself away from it! So don't let him fool you, Keith! Besides... the early afternoon shift is MY shift! And I ain't giving it up from anyone...especially Hunk! I've got seniority!"Lance
redllionpilot@col.arusPS: Don't even bother asking me HOW I hacked his computer! But if you must know...Pidge taught me how to do it!! So, don't leave anything personal for me to read! You know... about you and Allura, maybe??? Those things have a habit of getting out, ya know!!!
Bwahahahaha!!!
Hunk,“Have you forgotten why Nanny instigated that policy? I distinctly remember the kitchen being available to us all at all hours of the day until a certain Yellow Lion pilot, who shall remain nameless, ate all of Nanny’s special dessert she maid especially for Allura’s birthday that she had spent hours preparing.”
“You’re barking up the wrong tree if you expect sympathy over your hours, Hunk. I get less sleep that all of you. And, I am well aware of your activities after lunch, of should I say lack there of. Yes Hunk, I know what you really doing down in the maintenance bay all afternoon. Zzzzzzzzzzzz. And I haven’t said a word.”
“I would suggest you go to the source of your troubles and offer your help to Nanny. Helping prepare the meals cleaning up etc. If she can trust you in the kitchen again maybe, just maybe she will drop her blockade. Trust me Hunk, were all suffering from Nanny’s rules. Thank you oh so much.
“And, Lance, who I know is also reading this.”
“Do you think I have forgotten about you previous e-espionage. I know full well you read everything I send and receive. And I still haven’t forgiven you for that little love note you sent to Allura on my behalf, Luckily she recognized it for the fake it was. So don’t even start on trying to take the spotlight off your little prank and putting it on Hunk and Pidge. Oh, and Lance how is your toe doing? Heh!”
Keith
Keith,
If you believed Galaxy Garrison and the Alliance intended to use the Princess' unmarried status to declare her rulership invalid, and supplant it with their own administration (for the purpose of, say, forcing a swarm of refugees Arus isn't able to really handle upon the planet), what would you do?
(a) Would you marry the princess to legitimize her government, and thereby force the Alliance to negotiate instead of dictate?
(b) Betray the Alliance for Arus, leading the Princess' forces in rebellion to the oppressive Alliance government?
Or (c) Just Follow Orders, and betray the Princess and Arus to the Alliance?
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David A. Tatum
http://davecon.anifics.comHello Dave,
Aaaaaahh, an ethics question. Nice change.
So, if, and a really big IF mind you, Galaxy Garrison and the Alliance used Allura’s unmarried status to take over what would I do?Well, yes I suppose that is a vague possibility after all, Arusan law states that Allura cannot be crowed queen until she names a prince consort, so your argument holds some merit.
Well, there is no way I would betray the Princess and Plant Arus like that. I swore an oath when I arrived here and have no intention of reneging on it. So, that would then make me be betraying the Alliance. Now I would put to you that if the Alliance were to attempt such a coup, I feel they would no longer be worthy of my alliance. That is not the organization I promised to serve.
So, (C) No, I would not just follow orders.Now (B) Betray the Alliance for Arus. Hmmm. Well I suppose I would, if it truly came to that. The Alliance is very opposed to invading a planet against their will, that’s the Drule or Doom way, not the Alliance way. That is why the Alliance was formed in the first place, to stop such aggression. If the Alliance were to suddenly change, well, I’m sorry but I could not blindly support that.
Now (A) Would you marry the princess to legitimize her government, and thereby force the Alliance to negotiate instead of dictate? Figured better keep this one till the end. If…and another really big, and theoretical, IF…IF I was to marry the princess. Firstly, with me not being of noble heritage it would have to be researched to see if Allura could even be crowned Queen if she married a commoner. Arusan law is very convoluted in this matter as I have found in my readings. So, IF somehow I could marry her and IF she could still be crowned queen, then yes as ruler I would endeavor to negotiate a solution.
Great question, thanks
Keith
Keith...
How in the WORLD do you manage handling all of these personal questions being thrown your way? I'm getting overwhelmed... and its only been one day!!!
Why do so many people care whether you and I...uh...I mean... whether two people... no wait...that's not right either...**sigh**
Oh... look at me! I'm asking you a personal question!!!!!
(bows head in shame)Your distraught Princess...
Allura.Princess,
Heheheh… Welcome to the galaxy wide web!
For your information I CAN’T handle all the questions about…well us… Thanks so much for making me do this, Princess. I’ve been trying to keep an open mind about it…uh about…peoples opinions. I mean… not about us…that is not that I’m not open minded about…oh hell.Lets start again… I realize some people romanticize about princesses and the like. Isn’t that how the fairy tail always goes, the princess and her knight, Prince Charming. Well I’m no prince. The people that e-mail somehow don’t understand that. They see us together all the time and well they assume that there is more than there is between us. Uh, well hmmm… Isn’t it weird how no one has e-mailed about how we shouldn’t be… well… involved. I mean, from what Nanny has said about what the people really say about us in private… about how it’s a disgrace that you spend so much time with me… and the team! I would think they would have by now. The silent masses I suppose.
Ally, if you want to ask me a personal question, could we please do it in a less public form? Maybe over a workout or snack or something?
Keith
Not happy but still your…umm… ughhh…
Dear Princess Allura and Commander Keith....I am 10 years old and wanted to ask a question of you both. My mom said to ask you both at the same time...that it would save time. Hope I did the right thing.
For Princess Allura...Can you tell me more about how it feels to be Princess of Arus? What kind of stuff do you have to do as a princess? Do you get to tell a lot of people what to do? Is it fun? Do you get to go out and play like everyone else? How many slaves do you have in the castle? Do you ever wish you could be someone else, instead of a Princess? In fairy tales, Princesses always get to marry a handsome Prince. Do you know any that you would like to marry?
That kind of stuff.
And for Commander Keith...
Can you tell me more about how it feels to be Commander of the Voltron Force? What kind of stuff do you have to do as Commander? Do you ever have to yell at anyone....kind of like my dad does when my older sister does something really stupid? Do you ever get to ground anyone? Is it fun, if you do? Have you ever been in love? Do you wish you could be just a regular man and not a commander all of the time?Thank you both!
Alicia NovelMy goodness, Keith! This is...quite a...a...list of... information that she's asking for! Hmm.... Well, here I go! Wish me luck, Keith! (cracks knuckles)
Dear Alicia,
What a bright little girl you are! That certainly is quite a list! And very good questions too! Well, lets' see...where to start. Hmm...I'm afraid this is going to be...rather long.
Well, your first question to me was what is it like being a Princess and what sort of things do I do as a Princess. Well, I can tell you...being a Princess of a huge planet is no easy task. I have plenty to keep me busy. First, I am responsible for my people...their safety, their well-being...the planet's economics, farming, industry and environmental needs. Not to mention, all of the people that want to see me...just in a single day's time! Why, some times, I'm asked to decide who's telling the truth and who's not. Sort of like your mother and father do now, with you and your older sister.
I also have to be able to communicate with hundreds of planets around the galaxy. As a Princess, I've learned many hundreds of languages, interplanetary customs and have kept bonds between Arus and other planetary systems. Not to mention... that I am a member of the Voltron Force. I am the pilot of the Blue Lion and thanks to Commander Keith, I've already learned how to pilot Black Lion, defend myself in physical combat and use weapons. But I would HIGHLY suggest NOT doing the same! Weapons are VERY dangerous and can hurt you! So...leave them alone, okay?
Now....your next question was... do you get to tell a lot of people what to do and is it fun. Well, it all depends. As a Princess, I do need to give out orders...and yes, sometimes, my position as Princess requires me to even give orders to Commander Keith. But...when it comes to matters of combat...he's the boss! Giving orders is rarely fun. Unfortunately, I am often giving them when we are under attack. And that's no fun at all.
Do I get to go out and 'play' like everyone else? Well, if you were to ask Nanny and Coran that question, their answer would be, "Absolutely not! It is beneath the station of a Royal Princess to go out and have fun!" Nonsense! I love to have fun! And if it weren't for Keith, Lance, Pidge and Hunk, I wouldn't even know what 'fun' was! They make me laugh and my heart to sing! So, when I get the chance, I sneak off! But...only when all of my work is done! Remember that! Responsibility first...play second.
How many slaves do you have in the castle? Slaves??? OH!!!!!!!!!!! You must mean servants! Oh, plenty! And I thank them all for all of their hard work and loyalty to me and the Royal House of Arus. Why, some of them, like Coran, served under my father's rule...King Alfor. Many of them tell me stories about my father. That helps me to miss him less. Marie is my personal maid and she is one of the dearest people I've ever known! Remember...never take advantage of your friends, Alicia! You may need them someday!
Do I ever wish I could be someone else, instead of a Princess?
Sometimes...
You see, being a Princess is sometimes rather difficult. I have been sheltered most of my life. I've missed out on some to the simple joys of childhood...all because I was a Royal Princess. **giggles!**...I'll just bet right now, you were wishing you were a Royal Princess! Well, be careful what you wish for... because sometimes having it is not as nice in the end as wishing and dreaming. I wish I was an ordinary girl, who could do ordinary things...like playing, running through the grass on a sunny day...or falling in love...Which brings me to the last question you had...fairy tales, with Princesses always getting to marry a handsome Prince and do I know any handsome princes?
Well ... of course. I've met many. But somehow, I always seem to find them stuffy and so stuck on themselves and their royalty. I want a simple man...a man who loves me, not just because I'm a Princess... but because of who I am as a woman. My fairy tale prince, so to speak, is a romance with a man who will take care of me...look after me... cherish his time with me...protect me from harm. But is loving...kindhearted, compassionate, concerned for others beyond himself, and most of all, is sure of who he is. Looks aren't important. But they do count! But I'll tell you something... when you find the right young man someday...you'll know it. And he will too. And no...I'm not looking for a Prince to fill my heart. Not at all. He will know it...and perhaps...he already does.
As for me...
Well... let's just say...I'm open to...possibilities.Thank you for your questions, Alicia!
Princess Allura.Take it away Keith...she's all yours!
Allura.Well hello Alicia,
I don’t think I’ve ever received such a detailed letter form someone so young before, You must do very well in school and you parents must be really proud of you. Only ten? Gee, I would have thought you were at least thirteen. Well, on with your great questions…
Can you tell me more about how it feels to be Commander of the Voltron Force?
Well first off, it is an honor to be the Commander of the Voltron Force and to serve Arus and I am proud to be it. But, with that honor comes great responsibility. It’s a lot of work and I don’t get much time off to play. In spite of that I still love my job.What kind of stuff do you have to do as Commander?
Besides the obvious, piloting the Black Loin and Voltron, I have to keep the rest of the team in tiptop shape. I organize all the practice sessions and workouts. I hold classes on tactics. I also have to train the castle staff and the people of Arus in defense and combat. Let see, then there is the mundane stuff like paperwork, keeping logs, ordering supplies that kind of stuff.Do you ever have to yell at anyone....kind of like my dad does when my older sister does something really stupid?
Yes I do have to yell sometimes. But only when someone has really misbehaved and done something bad. I don’t like to have to yell.Do you ever get to ground anyone? Is it fun, if you do?
Well I suppose I have. I have confined Lance to his quarters on several occasions. I guess that’s like grounding. But I only do it when he deserves it. Just between you and me, yes it is fun. Don’t tell, okay?Have you ever been in love?
Well of course I have. Who hasn’t? I fell in love with this planet and its people from the moment I arrived. Even in war they are kind caring and compassionate and soon welcomed us, five compete strangers, and made us feel like we were one of them.Do you wish you could be just a regular man and not a commander all of the time?
Heh. Every morning when I wake up at five o’clock to start training and see a pile of paperwork waiting for me on my desk! Would I quit just because of that? Never! I Love my job.Thanks for the wonderful questions Alicia
Keith
Dear Keith
Get with the act man and marry the Allura she loves you. You can tell it in her eyes when she's looks at you. Let me tell you something about love. Love has no borders our titles. So marry Allura. If you don't take my advise if you don't. I may have to come to Arus and kick your butt.
Benny Gee Jr.Benny,
So, it’s that simple is it? I just go up to Allura and ask her to marry me and everything’s all better? Heh, If only it were that easy. Unfortunately I live in the real world and that fantasy stuff just doesn’t hold water here. Sorry. Were I live titles and boarders abound.
Keith
Hello Commander Keith...
My question is two-fold...
1. What did you do when you were ordered to return to Earth, after the defeat of Planet Doom and Prince Lotor? Did you teach? Did you continue in your military training?
2. Did you miss Arus at all when you were gone? Are you glad to have been back, and which do you prefer? Arus or Earth to live on?
Thank you.
Angilyn from The Arusian PressHello Angilyn,
Well, as to what I was doing well I can’t really say, classified information, No I didn’t teach but in a way I was continuing my training. That’s as detailed as I can get without getting in trouble. Sorry.
Yes I missed Arus. I love this planet! It’s so pure, pristine, and untouched well except for where Zarkon has left his mark. But even there the planet is recovering. Both this planet and is people amaze me with how caring and compassionate they are and how quickly they can recover form adversity. Nothing like Earth. There everyone is so caught up in the day to day no one seems to have the time for such trivialities. So I guess Arus is the place for me, If you’ll have me that is.
Keith
Commander Keith...
Let me start by saying that if you think for one moment, that you are worthy of Princess Allura's hand in marriage, you are positively mistaken! I AM the only one for her!And...since you obviously have made it perfectly clear that you are NOT in the running for her hand in marriage... I will ask you step aside...no... I DEMAND you step aside! She's mine, Keith! She has been...and always will be! And believe me.. you do not want to get in my way! You pathetic little human being!
You will NEVER have her, Keith! NEVER!!!
Signed...
Do I really need to say who I am? I think you and I BOTH know who it is sending you, this little... note! BWWAHAHAHAHAAA!!!!!LONG LIVE DOOM!!
Hello Blue Boy,
Look who’s calling who pathetic. Lotor grow up already. Get a life! Allura no more yours than she is mine. She belongs to herself and her people. Do you really want a woman who doesn’t love you? Have you ever known what it feels like to be loved? If you did you would know that a married life without love is nothing. Allura needs someone that will truly love and care for her not someone who merely wants to possess her. I will never step aside if it means Allura is defenseless against a guy like you.
Never…Keith
Keith...
can you take a look at this email I've received? Any comment on your end?
Allura.Hello, Allura....
I have been reading the emails received by you and Keith. Keith wonders if many people think that you should be together. I can tell you that I am one person who absolutely DOES NOT think that you should be with Keith! He's a low-life humanoid who will never loved you as I do, Allura!
My love for you is boundless...
As deep as an ocean...
As rich as the deepest colors in the evening sunset...
As delicate as the tenderest rose...My Princess... let's look at things from the practical, shall we? You are a Royal Princess. You should be with your own kind. And I, my dear Princess Allura, AM your own kind! In fact, I'm the best one for you! LIKE IT OR NOT!
No one will ever love you as I do, Allura...and don't forget it!
Signed...
The handsome, suave, Prince of Doom and your future husband, don't forget! (One day, Allura... you WILL be mine!)Princess,
He e-mailed me too. Isn't that line from a hallmark card. "My love for you is boundless...As deep as the ocean.?" Ah come on Lotor you can do better than that.
Princess, he doesn't love you. He doesn't know what real love is or even how to love.
"I lie on the ground, and stare into space,
the stars start to move, into the shape of your face.I see you there now, looking down at me,
with that cute little smile, that I like to see.You say "close your eyes" "tell me what you see"
I see only two people, just you and me.We're walking the shoreline, with our feet getting wet,
the horizon turns pink, as the sun starts to set.We make love through the night, on that white sandy shore,
then I hold you while thinking, I could want nothing more.Oh I wish I could be in that one special place,
as I lie on the ground, and I stare into space..."Allura, if he really loved you he would send you a poem like that. Not that trite hallmark stuff.
Here's something from earth to ponder Lotor.
"If I speak in the tongues of men and of angels, but have not love, I am only a resounding gong or a clanging cymbal. If I have the gift of prophecy and can fathom all mysteries and all knowledge, and if I have a faith that can move mountains, but have not love, I am nothing. If I give all I possess to the poor and surrender my body to the flames, but have not love I gain nothing Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It is not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always perseveres. Love never fails. But where there are prophecies, they will cease; where there are tongues, they will be stilled; where there is knowledge, it will pass away...And now these things remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love."
--1 Corinthians 13:1-8, 13Keith
Keith...
That was so...so ... oh my...I'm speechless. That poem was absolutely beautiful! Where did you find that? Did you...make that up...just for me? Or was that just your attempt at trying to prove a point of what real love should sound like?My... I never thought you could write something so...so eloquent as that! You surprised me, Keith! Thanks you for the wonderful reference to Lotor too. Nice touch with the bible reference too! I bet if Lotor would apply more of that to his life... things might go better with him.
Well...uh... I suppose I had better go and answer more mail now. Hunk just sent me something about my reaction to him being picked for the love bridge, after you had declined.
Sigh... here we go again. Hunk...making references to you and me again... silly people.. they just don't understand what you and I share...do they?
Or..do they? And...maybe its you and me that don't understand it?
Uh... opps! Look at the time! Oh...is that Coran calling me? Chitter... what is it?? Oh... Nanny is looking to fit me with a new gown?Well! Duty calls, Keith! Talk to you later!! ^_^
Yes... uh... hmm...later....
Allura
Princess,
Uh, yeah it is a beautiful poem. Can't believe you thought I wrote it. I'm no poet. It's from a book of poetry I have here laying by my bead. I have a few pages bookmarked that I really like. If you want to borrow it sometime you can but it's not in the greatest shape, the binding is all falling apart on it and it has my scribbling all through it. I could just send you my favorites.
Keith
Keith;
Oh...I...sort of thought it wasn't you. What I mean is.. not that you're not capable of that... its just... well... you know... you and I are only...just...friends. And you certainly do not write such romantic and heart-pounding, body tingling poetry...for someone you have no romantic interest in, whatsoever. **sigh**
Uh....please excuse me for...cutting this short. I..uh... I feel ill suddenly.
Princess.
Hey Keith...
Was that you I heard in the shower, singing, "Everything I do, I do it for you."?? Was that for our lovely female pilot?? Hmm....????
You were in great voice, by the way! I wonder if Allura knows that you sing to her? I could be bought out, to keep this information on the QT. But... maybe, we just could forget about the punishment and the big toe incident, shall we...'Commander Serenade'?
Yours very truly, Your friendly, neighborhood, 'spy',
LanceLance,
You wouldn’t dare! Why is it I can never get any privacy in the shower. First Ginger and the girls, then Allura and Nanny, now you! What is it with all of you and your fascination with my showering habits? And I wasn’t singing to her I was just… just… well it helps me relax!
Keith
And the song was Hero!(Hehe he left the transmission on. I can hear him faintly in the background)
I can be your hero, baby.
I can kiss away the pain.
I will stand by you forever…Lance you were right he does have a great voice!
Hey Keith
Do you agree with me on this? That Lotor should get a life and stop messing with Allura and get on with his life there are other women out there for him.
Go easy on Pidge I read that e-mail that he sent you when he was in the control room of the castle and punish him for it. Buy the way kick Lotor butt for me I don't like the guy.Benny Gee Jr.
Hi Benny,
Well can’t ague with you there. I’d love it if Lotor would “Get A Life” as you put it.
I can’t understand how a man’s life can revolve around his desires to be with one woman. I mean what, is his every moment is occupied by thoughts of her? Does he wake up every morning longing to see her or if he’s lucky talk to her? On that day would she bestow him of the gift of her beautiful smile or dare he hope the touch of her hand? Would he get the chance to stand so close to her that the scent of her perfume would wash over him to linger with him the rest of the day. Would she come to me and pull me into a… uhhh…ahem I mean… would she… she… ughhhh…
Ummm, on Pidge… Sorry Benny but work is work. He can’t be goofing off like that while on watch and well with this group telling them just isn’t enough.
Next time I see Lotor, after I give em a kick for the Princess, I’ll give em one for you too!
Keith
Dear Keith,
I really feel sorry for you! Don't people understand that you are a grown man and that you are quite capable of making a decision regarding your love life! It must really frustrate you to have to sit there and listen to people telling you how you should do this and do that!
You know the score, you know how you feel about Princess Allura and you have clearly decided to be her best friend. This is a NOBLE undertaking and I think people should cut you some slack. I am sure that the Princess really enjoys having such a devoted friend. I have seen these sorts of friendships myself you have both been through a lot together! You have fought beside each other, held each other in dire moments, saved each other's lives a few times, laughed and cried together! You no doubt have a special bond and I am certain that nobody could understand that unless they themselves had experienced it!
That sort of bond usually only exists among those who have been in combat together. You would gladly give your life to save theirs and perhaps you even go as far as to keep a quiet eye on them but it doesn't mean its love! I was lucky, my beloved wife was a Princess and me, hah I was a smuggler turned mercenary working for her cause. I saved her life a few times and she saved mine a few times and without any pressure from anyone else we DID eventually fall in love! That's not to say I think you will or even should but I use my marriage as an example because of the similar circumstances.
My daughter is now nineteen years old and my son is eighteen. There is pressure from the people of my world for her to marry a Prince and would you believe it, she is in love with an X-wing fighter pilot! I was a little disappointed at first I admit, I had high hopes she WOULD marry into royalty but its funny how a person can grow on you! He is wonderful with her, he cares for her very much. He considers it his personal duty to make her laugh at least three times a day! He really knows what she wants out of life and he is so devoted to her. Just last week he took her fishing! Really a Royal Princess going fishing and camping! Oh you should have seen the reaction she got from her governess when she got home!
I of course was there to set HER straight! Just because she’s Princess Cloe Solo doesn't mean she can't enjoy herself too and Jendarr keeps her safe when she's with him. Governesses! I am glad I never had one as a kid! Sure they mean well but they tend to go overboard! Anyway Captain Keith Paladin I am sure you are a very busy man! I can well remember when myself and Queen Leia had to rebuild our world after it was ravaged by war! It takes a lot of effort. I hope people will give you a break and realize that you have decided that your relationship with the Princess is one of just good friendship!
I have met many princes through my wife's various meetings and plenty have tried to offer Chloe their hand in marriage too! She HATES princes and just between you and me, I don't much care for em either! If the princes in your galaxy are anything like the ones in mine then no wonder poor Princess Allura is so reluctant to marry!
Anyway, I just thought I would drop you a line!King Han!
Your Majesty,
Thank you so much for your letter. I am glad to hear I have a kindred spirit out there in the galaxies, one who has lived with the kind of relationship the princess and I have and understands our situation.
So, you were a bit of a rouge you say and yet became King? Sort of a reverse Cinderella. Your story of how you too came together sounds fascinating. You should write a book. Always liked those action romances myself.
I’m happy to hear that you too were able to find a way to get past you titles and raise a family together. That must be the most incredible felling to be able to be with the woman you love in spite of everything and have what sounds like such a loving and caring family. I’m jealous.
So, you get the same kind of princes out there that we do here! Are they all so incredibly egocentric? Heck, they could care less about what the princess needs. All they care about is what they can get. I tell you, they’re all the same.
Well I’ll let you get back to your kingly duties, thanks again for the note
Keith
Keith,
Is Jeff your brother? Cousin? Lover? All of the above? Is he related to you at all?
~~CNW~~HAHAHAHAHAHA Jeff, my lover! You have got to be kidding. Too funny.
No, Jeff and I are not related at all. Do you really think I look like him? Really? I don’t see it but others have often said the same thing. Okay so we have the same color hair and similar eyes, and yes we’re about the same size. But that’s it really, we’re totally different otherwise. Yes we both command Voltron, and yeah we both had the same score on the pistol range but other than that…
Hehehe, actually now that I think about it, back at the academy we actually took advantage of being similar on a few occasions. In fact I believe Jeff still owes me for sitting through a lecture on jet propulsion and its effects on the consumption on various fuels in relation to environments while HE went out on a date!
Hmmm, I better collect on that one, talk about boring!
Ohhh Jeff…
Dear Keith,
When are you going to tell the Princess how you really feel. With all the royalty here on earth marrying commoners you really can't use that excuse anymore. Also I would like to know what these pictures are that they are talking about on Princess Allura's e-mail page? I'm sure their are a lot of other people who would like to know.Just someone who wants to know.
Uwenny.Hi Uwenny,
Tell her what I really feel about what? Anyway, I don’t think there’s anything about me she doesn’t know already. It’s like she can read my mind sometimes…eerie.
The pictures I believe you are referring to are the ones of Jeff, Cliff and I in the locker room from our senior year back at the academy. The pictures that are supposed to not exist! Right ladies? You know who you are! The “Girls” told the investigating committee that they just made up the story of having pictures of us three as a senior prank. Some prank.
I am so glad Jeff got stuck with Cinda and Ginger. I tell you I would have pulled all my hair out by now if I was in command of that pair! And if you to are reading this I have not forgiven you for the goosing incident after we defeated the Doom fleet together!
Hi Keith...
**giggle-giggle**
We're three teenagers from the village of Candor... our names are, Dreena, Selene and Katarina. We're sisters!!
But I, Dreena, have a question for you...
We are all, SOOO in love with you! But we were wondering...do you ever date younger girls? Selene is 16, Katarina is 14 and I'm the oldest... (Dreena) at 19. My sisters have dared me to write you this letter and ask you...if you... uh...if you...would...come to our village and uh...well....take me out for lunch! HEEHEE!!
Now...I know that sounds forward and all... but you are the most handsomest man on Arus...and the most eligible...and well...I thought that maybe...we might...you know... have a chance to have just one date! You know... to make my sisters so totally jealous that it would blow their minds! Not to mention...make my day...totally!
Would you please consider it? I would so love it!!! **giggles**
Swooning in love over you....
DreenaHi Dreena,
I am truly flattered that you would think of me in “that” way. But, you see my life belongs to Arus first. Arus is my love. You really wouldn’t want to date me anyway. I’m an utter buffoon when it comes to that sort of stuff trust me.
“Keith!”
“Uh… Hi Princess.”
“What did you get this time another…oh you and the princess one.”
“No, this one is well…”
“Let me see … Oh um… well that’s nice isn’t it!”
“Allura! She’s just a kid!”
“Well yeah. But cant she see… see… umm never mind. I have to go.”
“Allura? Allura! …See what?… ALLEY!”
Hi Keith,
Keith have you been caught making love with Princess Allura? I have source that said you was so… (EDITED FOR CONTENT) … , that you did not notice the picture being took.
Is that true?
EvilL“WHAT!?! WHAT THE!?!”
“Hey Keith, what’s up?”
“GRRRRR… Hunk if anyone asks you to start an e-mail column just say no! No matter how blue her eyes are! I gotta go take a break…”
“Uh, okay… uh Keith. Whatever you… Hey, Keith you didn’t open the attachment! Keith?… hehehehe….”
<Click>
COUGH! SPERBBB COUGH! Holy <BEEEP!!!> holy <BEEP!!!> <BEEEEEEEEEP!!!!!>
“Uh Keith? …..Uhhh unnnn whoooo Keith! Whooo hooo!”
“What? What? What is it?”
“Pidge, I really don’t think that… Pidge! No! You’re to young too…”
“Aww man…and I though you had something good…”
“Uhh Pidge?”
"Hunk, This is nothing more than some cheap hackers attempt at celebrity head swapping! Since when does Allura have a tattoo?"
"Hey, you're right! Ohhhhh man and I thought… "
“hmmm but if I brush out the tattoo and add the scar on Keith’s back here…”
“Pidge, you wouldn’t! That’s it!”
“Heee owwwwh let go!”
“No more hanging out in Lance’s room for you!”
“Hey, I wasn’t gonna… HUNK!”
Your Highness,
I've got a question. I just read the story on your website about, 'The Law According to Love'. Great story by both of you! The question is... why is it that Keith never addressed the question of changing the law, as you had suggested in doing? Is he really afraid?
And...uh...what did you guys do for those 'few hours together'? Inquiring minds want to know!
Signed,
A member of the Arusian PaparazziDear Media Representative...
Please...tell me you're not related to those despicable, rude, rough-housing maniacs from Planet Earth!!! I will not be intimidated or bullied by anyone...especially by the media!
All questions of that nature are handled through my royal publicist. In addition, my personal life is just that...PERSONAL! Whatever happened or did not happen between Commander Keith and I is NONE of your concern! Hmmpf! Frankly, I'm appalled at such a question.
As for the law being changed, I'm afraid you'll have to direct that question to the Commander, himself, as I am not at liberty to answer such a question on his behalf.
Whew...
(how was that, LCD? Was that forceful and authoritative, or what???)
^_^The Princess.
To whom it may Concern
Arusian InquirerI will try to keep this brief. I don’t care for your line of work in the least. In these times of war you spend your time trying to drag up dirt to soil your ruler’s reputation and if you cannot find it you invent it, like said previous alleged photograph. We need to hear positive stories of life moving on, people rebuilding their lives, not this idle castle gossip. The Arusian Inquirer is not worth the cost of the paper it’s printed on. It is a waste of time and resources.
Now if you are truly interested it these laws, why don’t you put your “Journalistic” skills to better use and research it yourself!
Commander Keith Paladin
To the Commanding Officer of V-force, planet Arus,
Captain I received this rather disturbing E-mail the other day and I have since been trying to figure out just what to do with it. I can only say that you are incredibly lucky that it fell into my hands and not Major Harris's. He would have you standing tall before the man if HE had seen it. I am going to send it back to you, zipped and encoded in Garrison Priority 3 coding, so there is no risk of this falling into the wrong hands. Captain Paladin, this email is obviously part of a journal you seem to be keeping and I will give you a STRONG word of warning. Keep such feelings INSIDE, where nobody can have access to them, you are hell of a fine officer, it would be a pity to have your promising career stripped from you because of a few misplaced journal entries.
I quote,
"Sometimes I think I am going to tell her, sometimes I am afraid that she KNOWS how I feel about her, I have to be more careful, Lance and Pidge are always looking to prove the theory! I nearly even messed up in front of NANNY today, she asked me what my idea of a perfect Prince for Allura was and I stuttered and stammered and , brother, can't let THAT happen again. IF anybody found out I loved her well, I'd be stood in front of a proverbial firing squad!"
Captain such thoughts are best kept to one's self! Then there is this one, what were you thinking?
"Why does she have to be a Princess, she is everything I could want in a woman and she's a damn Princess! Isn't that always the way? You finally find what your heart has been looking for and then you discover that for whatever reason, you can't have it! If ever I wished I was a Prince, today is one of those days!"
Captain do you need some time off, Maybe a holiday on Reara 4, the planet of love! I am sure I can schedule some for you, after all, your record shows that you haven't had paid leave since the days of the academy!
Anyway, I will send this back to you and wipe the database here clean, I suggest you destroy such incriminating evidence and keep your thoughts to yourself in future!
Your Friend in the service,
Lieutenant Major Carl Henley,
Serial number 44556688667AKR.
Galaxy Garrison listening post,
Garrett Alpha, Denubuian Galaxy.What the <BEEP!>
“LANCE!!! What the <BEEP> were you doing in my… uh…”
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