Disclaimer: Xena, Gabrielle and the other characters in this story belong to MCA- UNIVERSAL. I have only borrowed then for a short time and return them only slightly tarnished. This story is not for profit, only for my own pleasure and for thoses who read it.

WARNING: This story contains the love of two women, both emotionally and physically. It also contains strong and explict sexual love and bondage. If this bothers you go someplace else. If you are underage go watch some cartoons or go outside and play!

To my friends who encouraged me, I thank you and love you all. Especially Croucthy who is always there. This is my first attempt at this, so your comments are welcome.

Xena leaned down and kissed the forehead of her sleeping bard and felt her body move in closer and hold on tighter. Her thoughts ran through the events of the past five years. Finding Gabrielle in Poteidaia, living and learning from her. Xena's face tensed as she remembered Gabrielle's wedding to Perdicus and how lost and empty she felt. *CALLISTO! My worst enemy went after Gabrielle and almost killed her but instead she killed Perdicus. In my anger I let Callisto die in the quick sand. NO GREAT LOSS!* She looked at Gabrielle and her face brightened remembering the day she was given the Rite of Caste by Terris. Staying in the Amazon Nation as the ruling Queen meant Xena traveling the road alone. Instead Gabrielle handed the mask over to Ephiny who then became the Queen Regent in her absence. *How Valaska tried to take the Mask and Gabrielle's life when I died, only to lose her own in the Temple of Ambrosia. Another NO GREAT LOSS!*

*What would life had been like without Gabrielle in it?* Xena shuddered and blocked out all thoese thoughts. With a huge smile she began to think of the night before and how they had made love for hours collapsing exhuasted into each other's arms.

Outside she could hear the bustle of preparations for the fifth year of their joining celebration. She thought back to the first day she saw Gabrielle, the day she fell in love, seven year's before. A loving smile crossed her face as she listened to her lover's deep steady breathing. She didn't declare her love until their second year, when caught off guard Gabrielle declared her's. They were joined soon after.

They had been back in the Amazon Nation now for a whole year now. Xena could still not believe she had stayed in one place this long. She knew she could be nowhere else without her love, and this is where she wanted to be. Gabrielle moved in Xena's arm as her hand gently cupped Xena's breast. She felt the fire begin to burn between her legs; but she pushed it down so her bard could rest. She kissed Gabrielle, *Even after five year's together our passions and desires for each other have never waned. For this my love I am truly thankful. I also thank you too Artemis!* Xena closed her eyes and blissfully drifted off to sleep.

Gabrielle's eyes fluttered open as she looked at the chisled face of her Warrior. Tears began to fall from her beautiful sea green eyes as she softly whispered "I love you Xena and I have from the first day I saw you." Xena's eyes opened as she wiped away Gabrielle's tears "I know my love, so have I!" The kiss that started out softly soon turned into a burning passion that ignited both their flames, as it always did. Their kiss ended with both of them gazing into each others eyes. Xena wiped away a stray hair from Gabrielle's face and gently ran her fingers down her cheek. Gabrielle brought her hand to Xena's face and felt the fire begin to rage between her legs.

"Xena do you realize that every time we kiss it is as if it is our first?"

"Yes, I know!" she said. She was slowly trailing kisses along her neck.

Gabrielle moaned "Xena, I could not exist here without you"

"Nor could I my love." She looked down and kissed her with such passion that it took both their breaths away. They held on tight trying to bring their bodies into each others. They began to move together, rocking, locked in each others arms beginning a new day.

A knock at the door caused Xena to growl "WHO IS IT?"

"Queen Gabrielle, It's Ephiny. I need to speak to you of the celebration."

Gabrielle leaned over and kissed Xena softly "My love we have the rest of our lives, with many days and nights of passion ahead of us, but now we must tend to the affairs of our reunion." Xena growled again and reached for Gabrielle, but she was too quick this time and jumped off the bed out of Xena's reach. Xena tumbled to the floor and Gabrielle trying not to laugh, did! She grabbed her shift and tossed it over her head. She heard Xena growl again "You better cover yourself up " she told her Warrior "We have company!"

Gabrielle crossed the room and opened the door.

Ephiny entered "I've brought you some food and it look's like I did just in time!" smiling at Xena crumpled on the floor. Xena smiled and began to realize that she was indeed ravenous and with the bedsheet wrapped around her went in search of her shift. Ephiny dismissed the young girls that brought the food, and the three of them sat to eat. When they were gone she began to speak. " The preparations for your fifth year reunion are almost finished. Tonight you and Xena will sleep in seperate beds until the ceremony tomorrow night."

Xena stopped in mid-chew and looked at Gabrielle who dropped her nutbread. "What do you mean?" Gabrielle exclaimed. Xena realized that she and her lover had not slept apart since their joining five years before. She watched her bard realize the same thing, at the same time. Gabrielle looked at Xena with tears in her eyes.

Xena rose and knelt in front of her as Gabrielle spoke. "I cannot be without you!" as she leaned against Xena. "

I know Gabrielle, I feel the same way!" She wiped away the tears from her face and smiled in a half grin " Besides just think about tomorrow night" as her eyebrows raised and she chuckled. Gabrielle smacked her on the arm and kissed her neck. She took Xena's face in her hands and kissed her. Xena tightened her grip and moved in closer not wanting to let go. Neither one wanted to end the kiss but they slowly pulled apart.

Gabrielle turned to Ephiny, who cleared her throat and began to speak again " You both will be happy to know that this ceremony will not be marred as the first one was." Xena rose to her full Warrior height as memories flooded back of that day five years before, when Janece had challenged the Queen's throne. Gabrielle shuddered as she to remembered. Xena had defended her throne at the cost of Janece's life and almost of Xena's too.

She rose from her seat and Xena moved in closer whispering "It's alright my love." Ephiny continued "The whole Amazon Nation will be here to celcbrate a long and happy life for both of you."

Xena filled with pride thinking what a wonderful Queen; Gabrielle had become. She had reunited all the region's together and under her rule had once again made the Amazon Nation strong and peaceful. She was known as the greatest Queen of all Amazon time. *To think that the little girl I saved so long ago would turn into an Amazon Queen, a well known Bard and my wife* Xena smiled as she looked down at Gabrielle. Gabrielle looked up with a questioning look, but before she could speak Xena kissed her.

Gabrielle pulled away and turned to Ephiny she smiled and quitely spoke "Thank you Ephiny, but one last thing- Do Xena and I really have to be apart!!"

Xena smiled as Ephiny answered "Yes my Queen, according to Amazon tradition you must prepare for the ceremony, to renew your vows before Artemis and the Gods."

The Queen turned to Xena " I don't want to be away from you, but it is so important to renew our vows face to face with Artemis. If there were time I would change the rules!!" She glared at Ephiny over her shoulder. Ephiny just shrugged and looked down at the floor.

Xena was lost in her bards sea green eyes and whispered "I know my love you would. I agree this day is important to both of us, but I promise you that after tomorrow I will never allow us to be apart again."

"Yes Xena, never again." Xena pulled her close as Gabrielle wrapped her arms around Xena's neck and kissed her passionately. Neither one heard Ephiny leave as they explored each others mouth's and moved together into their own universe.

Without losing contact Xena scooped the bard up into her arms as Gabrielle softly moaned into her mouth. The warrior gently placed her on the bed and covered the smaller womanıs body with her own. Now they both moaned and the sound of their need continued. As their kisses became stronger and more passionate Xena pulled Gabrielle's shift off of her and then removed her own.

She took in the sight of the lovely bard's body. "You are so beautiful" she said as she lowered her body back down and placed her lips on Gabrielle's neck and began to nibble and suck. It did not take Xena long to bring Gabrielle to a frenzied passion. Xena smiled and continued knowing what she was doing to her as well as herself.

Gabrielle opened her legs wider so Xena could slip her thigh between them. Xena did not hesitate to oblige as she moved her mouth at the same time to the bard's rock hard nipple. She timed it perfectly, her teeth grabbing the nipple as her muscular thigh moved against the slick juices between the bard's legs. Gabrielle screamed and arched her back to meet Xena's advance full force. She grabbed the raven hair and forced Xena's face deep into her chest. Her hips began to rock against Xena's leg begging for more. "Xena" Gabrielle gasped, "Please....I need you...... NOW" the words bearly audible above Xena's moans. She lifted her head and moved to the other nipple to give it the same attention that she had just given the other one. "Please Xenaaaaaa......I want You..." gasping "Inside me deep and hard... Xena Pleasssse!!!" she screamed out.

Xena lifted her head "Yes my Queen, as you wish." Still holding her hair the bard forced Xena's face between her legs. The deep gurgled roar that ripped from Xena's throat sent Gabrielle into a higher pitched frenzy. She would not let her lips touch the bard's swollen nub that was waiting for her. She savored the wetness that she had caused to her love and took three fingers and buried them to the hilt in one forceful stroke, deep into the hot wet center of Gabrielle. Gabrielle arched her back as her body lifted off the bed. "XEEEENAAA" she screamed. Xena reached around with her left arm and pulled the bards body back down to the bed. Now she had her pinned and helpless to move under the Warrior's assault.

She kept up her fast hard assault with her fingers as she found the rock hard nub and sucked it hard between her teeth. She sucked and twirled her tongue around the nub as Gabrielle fought to move her hips against Xena's mouth. It was all she could do not to go over the edge herself from the pleasure she was giving to Gabrielle. Gabrielle's breathing raced as she moaned and cried out Xena's name passionately. "OH GOD'S XENA, WHAT YOU DO TO ME!!!!" Xena knew she was bringing her love to the edge and stopped all movement. She lifted her head to look at her love as the bardıs juice flowed down her chin. Gabrielle raised up her head and looked down at Xena and screamed "Xena Please Don't Stop......I LOVE YOU....DON'T TORTURE ME ANYMORE PLEASE. XENA TAKE ME..... I'M YOURS!!!"

That was just what Xena wanted and needed to hear. She resumed her assault harded and faster than before. She once again sucked the nub between her teeth and licked at it furiously. As always Xena's greatest pleasure was pleasing Gabrielle. *Why did I ever wait two years to tell her how I felt?* Xena could feel the tightness engulfing her fingers as the first wave of orgasm desended upon Gabrielle. Her screams were at first low and from the back of her throat, but it quickly became louder until Xena was sure the whole Amazon Village heard. She screamed out "YES XEEEENA....I'M ALL YOURS.........YEEEESS!!!!"

Even as she felt the last wave of juice flow over her hand she did not release her love. She continued her assault on the nub and the plunging in and out as well. Gabrielle dug her nails into Xena's back, she felt the pain and the blood at the same time, and it sent her over the edge. She raised her head, never once stopping her plunging assault, "GABRIELLE" she growled in a husky low voice "GABRIELLE, I LOVE YOU!!!!" They rocked together harder and faster until they both cried out "YESSSSSS!!!!"

Neither one could move. It was a long time before their breathing returned to normal. When Xena could finally move she crawled up her lovers body and wrapped her in her strong warrior arms. Gabrielle kissed her and tasted herself on Xena's face, she again began to moan. She stopped the kiss and looked into Xena's azure blue eyes and softly whispered "I Love You."

Xena leaned forward and kissed her softly and whispered "Forever." Wrapped in a loving embrace they both drifted off to sleep in each other's arms.

It was Gabrielle that woke first as she tightened her grip around Xena's neck and watched her Warrior sleep. *Strange it's usually Xena that's awake first, watching me sleep.* The emotions that flooded her took her breath away. She could not imagine her life without Xena in it. *Thank you Goddess Artemis for sending Xena to save me that day so many years ago? I guess in a way we saved each other. I know Xena thinks so too. There is so much I am thankful for, Xena, our love and life together, and the Whole Amazon Nation. I thank all the Gods for all they have given to me.*

She tenderly kissed her and felt Xena's grip become stronger. She once again felt her passion begin to burn and knew it would have to wait till their honeymoon night. She mused *Why is it I can never get enough of this woman. Better yet why is it she can never get enough of me?* She broke out into a hugh smile *I'll have to ask Xena about that!* as she chuckled to herself.

The knock at the door caused Xena to stir as Ephiny called out "Queen Gabrielle, It is time." Gabrielle threw the covers over them and told her to enter. "My Queen it is time for you and Xena to seperate. All the preparations have been made."

Xena's eyes fluttered open as she raised one eyebrow "I know it's time." Ephiny spoke again "

Xena a hut has been prepared for you and your Amazon armor has been made ready." Xena kissed her bard passionately and gave her hard nipple a strong squeeze.

abrielle moaned as Xena pulled away and jumped off the bed. Gabrielle pouted and cried out "Nooooo, Xena!!!!"

Xena turned and Gabrielle had that look on her face *Why does she do that, she knows I can't resist her and she melts my heart when she looks at me that way!* Xena braced herself and shook her head "Just think Gabrielle how good tomorrow night will be when I give myself to you once again as I did so long ago." Gabrielle smiled.

Xena dressed as Gabrielle crawled out of the bed, unsure she could stand on legs that she was not sure belonged to her. Ephiny moved to her side to assist her Queen. "You really know how to rock a girl's world, don't you Xena" Ephiny asked.

Xena raised her eyebrow and smiled "I am a Warrior of many skills and talents; but only for my Queen!!"

Gabrielle flushed "You better say that!!" flashing a smile to Xena.

With the door opened, Xena turned, blowing a kiss and a smile to Gabrielle "Until tomorrow my love." bowing deeply she backed out of the door.

Ephiny moved to the door and called the young girls with the food and bath water. Gabrielle tried unsuccessfully to stand once again. Ephiny was at her side "Gods what that women does to me!!" Gabrielle said.

Ephiny smiled "Yes my Queen, the whole village knows!" Gabrielle's face flushed as her hand moved to her mouth. "It's okay my Queen" Ephiny said "Your lovemaking this past year has sparked new life into many a bed. For this many of us are thankful!!" Gabrielle was at a loss for words *Boy if Xena could see me now, she'd never let me live it down.* Ephiny just smiled down at her.

Gabrielle finally found the strength to stand and realized just how hungry she really was. "Boy that food smells good." They both walked to the table and began to eat.

"Why is it you never told me this before, Ephiny ?" Gabrielle asked, blushing.

"Gabrielle who in their right mind would stop the love and passion that you and Xena share? Haven't you noticed the love that fills this village?"

"Well yes ,but.. "

Before she could continue Ephiny spoke again "My Queen you have done so much for the Amazon Nation, most of all your love. It has spread like wildfire and has brought many of us together as lovers. These bonds have made us stronger and have taught us the true meaning of love. You will find in the coming months that many will become joined and others of us will renew our vows to each other. Your love for Xena has turned her from a cold hearted murdering warloard to the strong, yet powerful, Amazon Warrior she is today. You crept into her heart and turned darkness into light.! Only true and lasting love could do that."

Gabrielle felt the tears begin to fall and tried to swallow. She hesitated before speaking "Thank you" as her voice cracked. She took a deep breath and spoke again. "I never knew how wonderful and strong love could be until I first saw Xena. I knew then that I loved her and would use any means to be near her. Xena was searching for herself as I searched for myself. Little did I know that I would find it in her and she in me. As time went on I knew that somehow I had to spent the rest of my life with her, because without her there is no life. I am the woman I am today because of her and I guess it's the same for Xena. Together we have become the women we were destined to be. All this could not be done without our love. It is nice to know that our passion for each other has sparked passion in the whole village as well. I will tell Xena, I'm sure she will be glad to know that others share our happiness." Ephiny smiled as Gabrielle began to eat again. They both finished in silence, each reviewing the days events in their heads.

Xena went to her hut and found food and a hot bath waiting for her. She looked at her Amazon garb and touched the soft silk material, the color of her blue eyes. She lifted the bracers and studied the design. She smiled when she saw that the bracers and gauntlets were embelished with the symbol of her Queen's Mask. *Leave it to Ephiny to see to all the fine details* she thought. She would be proud to wear these with the new breastplate and leathers made for the ceremony. Her mind drifted to Gabrielle as she touched the Queen's Mask on her breastplate. *Oh my Queen how I love you and always have.*

She placed the armor down on the table and began to undress. As she slipped into the tub and under the water she felt the sting of Gabrielle's nail marks and felt the passion flood her whole body. *Who would ever imagine the Warrior Princess being in love and loving with such passion* she laughed out loud. "Who would ever believe it?" she asked out loud and then answered "I do, I do!" as she slowly slipped under the water laughing.

Gabrielle closed her eyes and let the hot bath close in around her. *Gods this feels so good I wish Xena was here with me now. I have so much to tell her. I wish I could go to her hut and surprise her. Boy would she be surprised! The only problem is the Royal Guard outside BOTH our doors, to assure that we don't see each other until tomorrow night. Why didn't I change the rules of this tradition!! I can't believe I forgot about this one. Oh well it's only one night then she and I will never be apart again. Not now, Not ever!* She let the warm water wrap around her as Xena's arms do and closed her eyes thinking of her love. *Soon my love you will be mine; Forever.* With that she slowly fell asleep.

In the morning Xena was awakened by Solari, Ephiny's joined lover. Solari stood by the door and called Xena's name. You see Xena has a reputation of swinging when touched by anyone other than Gabrielle. So if you value your life you stay out of harms way! Solari called her name again, this time she got a response. "Good morning Warrior." she said as Xena rose off the bed. "Good morning " Xena said with a smile. Solari watched as the young girls brought in breakfast. When they left Solari turned to Xena "So today's the big day for you and Gabrielle. Are you ready?"

Xena raised her eyebrows and looked at Solari "I could never be more ready! The thought of spending the rest of my life with Gabrielle is all that I live for. To hold her and love her and feel that in return is truly a gift from the Gods. What more could one ask for?" She smiled softly and asked "Do you feel the same way for Ephiny?"

Solari blushed and looked down "Yes I do. I have loved Ephiny from the first time I saw her four years ago when I first came to this village. On that day I made a vow that somehow I would win her heart and her love forever. The rest you know. The greatest day of my life was the day I became her wife. Next year we will renew our vows to Artemis as you will today. To be honest I can't wait!" "I know how you feel." Xena said with a hugh grin "That is as it should be." Xena sat and motioned for Solari to join her.

"Tell me Xena, How is it that you and Gabrielle have stayed so long here with us?" Xena looked down at her plate then back to Solari "My Queen needed to be her with her people and I needed to be with her. We both love the road but it is time to put down roots. As each day passes it becomes easier to stay with the people who love us as we do them. Gabrielle is a Good Queen and seeing what she has done for the Amazon Nation is important. So here I stay with the woman I will love for the rest of my life. Besides I have Warriors to train and Gabrielle has a Nation to rule. Need I say more?"

Solari found it hard to swallow and cleared her voice and began to speak "Xena, Gabrielle is a very lucky woman to have you as her wife and consort. She is the Greatest Queen the Amazon Nation has ever known. We are all thankful that you both stayed with us and hope that you will stay long after the honeymoon has ended."

Xena smiled her famous half grin and raised one eyebrow "Thank you and I will tell you this; The honeymoon will never end! But as for the other part we will be staying on after this. With only short trips, from time to time to visit our families. We both Thank You. I will tell Gabrielle what you have said, I know it will make her very happy!" Xena smiled and pushed a plate towards Solari "Time to eat. We have things to do today before the ceremony tonight." They finished their meal in silence.

When they finished eating Xena began to dress. Solari helped her into her leathers *How strange not to have Gabrielle helping me to do this, but then again she loves to take them off of me!* Xena chuckled. Solari looked at Xena "Something wrong?"

"No, just thinking about Gabrielle."

"Well if your ready Warrior it is time to go the Temple and ask for Artemis blessing's for the ceremony tonight." X

ena rose to her full Warrior height and strode to the door. Together they walked to the Temple. "What a beautiful day it is" Xena said looking to the sky "I think when we're done I would like to ride and spend some time with Argo."

Solari shook her head "As you wish Xena."

When they reached the Temple, Xena entered alone. Upon hearing footsteps the High Priestess clapped her hands and the Temple cleared. Xena walked to the Dias and knelt before it. Before she could speak a calmness engulfed her and she closed her eyes. When she opened them she was standing before Artemis. She bowed her head and began to speak. "Artemis, I am a Warrior and not a Bard, and at times find it hard to speak the words to express how I truly feel."

Before she could continue Artemis raised her hand and Xena fell quiet. "Warrior Princess, Consort of my Queen Gabrielle hear me now. Seven years ago I brought you to the place where Gabrielle was in trouble. I had taken her from her family without her knowledge and pushed you two together. You both were in search of yourselves but without each other it would never had come about. I knew you two belonged together and would share a love no one else had ever known. Together you would grow and learn as well as love. You see; Gabrielle was destined to be My Amazon Queen and you to be the Warrior Princess of good instead of evil. That has now all come about. I see what is written in your heart, mind and soul and it is these words you will speak tonight. Go now my Warrior and let your heart bring forth the words." Xena bowed and closed her eyes. Again she was kneeling at the Dias. Artemis was gone but not the feeling of calmness that flooded her whole body.

She walked from the Temple and into the sunlight where Solari waited. "All is well; I hope?" Solari asked.

"Yes it is, but you never know what a Goddess might tell you!" Xena smiled as they began to walk to the stables. As they left a messenger was sent to the Palace. Gabrielle had just finished donning her Amazon garb when the messenger arrived.

Ephiny crossed the room and opened the door. "Gabrielle it's time to go to the Temple." She adjusted her boots and headed to the door.

Together they crossed the courtyard as Gabrielle spoke "Ephiny the flags and banners of blue and green are a very nice touch. Thank You."

"Your welcome but after all tonight's ceremony is a very special one for ALL of US."

"I agree! Ephiny where is Xena?" "The messenger said that after she visted the Temple she and Solari headed to the stables."

"Oh Argo will be so pleased to see her. It is such a beautiful day I know Xena will be pleased to ride her today."

They reached the Temple and the Royal Guard along with Ephiny took up their positions outside the doors. Gabrielle entered and was greeted by the High Priestess "Welcome my Queen" she said as she bowed.

"Thank you . You may all rise"

With that the Priestess clapped her hands and the maidens disappered. Gabrielle walked to the Dias and knelt down. Before she could speak a calmness flooded her whole body and her eyes slowly closed. When she reopended her eyes she was standing before Artemis. She bowed "My Goddess Artemis; I come here today to ask for your blessing of my reunion with my Consort the Warrior Princess Xena."

Artemis raised her hand and spoke. "My Amazon Queen, Bard of many words hear me now. I knew the day of your birth that you would become Queen. As I knew Xena would become a Warrior Princess. When you left your home and family seven years ago it was not of your own accord. I sent you into harms way and sent Xena to rescue you. From the very start you two were destined to be one. You both had many lessons to learn but the only way was together. The love you both share was also meant to be. With your strong and bonding love destiny has now come about. If not Xena would have died a long time ago. A cold heartless killer never knowing love at all. You my bard would have spent your days in Potedaia an empty lonely shell waiting for the end to come. I have watched over both of you and at times have protected you both. There were many times I stood back and watched to see if you two would follow the right road. You did! That brings us to tonight. Your love for one another has faced many challenges but you have passed all the tests. Both of you have become the women you were destined to be, and for this I give my blessings."

Gabrielle's mouth was agape and it took her a moment to recover from all that Artemis had told her. "Goddess.." she finally spoke. Artemis stood in front of her and placed a finger against her lips.

"Gabrielle; I see what is written in your heart, mind and soul and it is these words you will speak tonight. Let them flow from your heart and across your lips." She bowed and was back at the Dias. She looked around but Artemis was gone. Gabrielle knew what she would say that night as she turned and left the Temple.

As Gabrielle left the Temple she was rejoined by Ephiny. "Gabrielle, What would you like to do now?"

Gabrielle smiled "How would you like to take a walk with me? It really is a beautiful day!"

Ephiny bowed and swept her arm in front of Gabrielle "As you wish my Queen."

Gabrielle smiled and laughed, she took a step then stopped and turned to the Royal Guard "You may come too; But Keep Back OK!" The Guards bowed as the watched their Queen walk away.

Xena rode Argo hard and fast as she felt the wind blow through her hair. She needed this after all that Artemis had told her. * So Gabrielle and I were meant to be together. Strange how our lives are laid out for us. I have learned much from Gabrielle as I know she has learned from me. One thing I am thankful for is our love and our happiness. I love the woman she has grown to be as I love the woman that I am today. I do owe Artemis alot for all of this. After the ceremony I'll make a special offering to her.*

Xena turned but Solari was nowhere in sight. She slowed Argo as they turned back to find Solari. *Poor Solari can't keep up* she chuckled to her self. Solari called out "Argo is much faster and stronger than I thought. Very much like her rider!"

Xena gave her a full smile "I would not be the woman I am today if it were not for the two women in my life!" She rubbed Argo's neck as the horse nickered and stomped her hoof on the ground.

"Seems she agrees with you Xena!" They both laughed as they headed back to the stables.

While brushing Argo Xena carried on a conversation with the horse. "You know I have to give Gabrielle a special gift tonight! The problem is ...What!!! Argo I need your help!" The horse began to sway back and forth. Xena stopped her brushing as her eyes lite up. "That's it! OH thank you Argo I knew you would help me!" She wrapped her arms around the horse's neck and kissed her. Then returning to her task began to hum!

Gabrielle and Ephiny had been basking in the warmth of the day, both deep in their own thoughts. Gabrielle still could not believe what Artemis had told her and wished Xena was there with her so they could talk it over. *Xena, if you only knew what I know now. I'm so happy to know that you and I were meant to be. Most of all that together we found the right road to follow. Our path, if not for our love, would have been a cruel and painful existence. It was love that guided us and brought us here today. Gods how I love you Xena!* She sighed *I have to find a gift for Xena tonight. What could I possibly give to her that would show her how much I love her!* She ponder the thought a little more when suddenly a hugh impish grin crossed her face. *My dear Xena tonight I will give you a gift that you will remember for the REST OF YOUR LIFE!!!!!* The grin turned into a full smile as she laid the plans for Xena's gift.

Ephiny looked over at Gabrielle and saw the expression on her face. "Good dream, my Queen?"

Gabrielle turned and rose up on one arm "Not yet; BUT IT SOON WILL BE!!!!!"

Ephiny smiled "You know Gabrielle I think that just for tonight I would LOVE to be Xena!!!!" Gabrielle swung at her but missed as they rolled in the grass laughing.