Chapter 43
Lauren stretched out and turned over. She felt like she was being watched. "Because you are being watched," Antonus said. "It's time for you to get up. You have testing to monitor, positions to fill, and a judicial system to get going because people don't like that two big abusive murderers are not in a book jail."
"I love waking up with you here," Lauren said and smiled.
"Okay. I love hearing that, but I have to get you up. "He picked her up and put her in the shower. He washed her, loving the feel of her body and her baby bump. He dressed her, got her to eat, combed her hair, and helped her sit in the antechamber and she fell asleep
The pixies became worried. "We have to be able to help her when she gets like this or we won't be needed."
"God, I need your help," Antonus called.
God popped in. "Yes. What happened to her?"
"She received Tom's gift and his control key. He pushed a lot of power into her last night. We even took a bunch as well."
"Okay." God touched Lauren and drained the overload of power. He took the power and gave it to the sprites. "That will help you be prepared to help Lauren when she becomes overloaded. Shirley, use your power jars and collect the extra power so she can use it for the Keep's lights and make more for the town as well."
"Yes, my Lord, and thank you," Shirley said.
She became more alert and paid attention to her surroundings and the fact that she was clean and dressed. She looked at Antonus, "You got me up and dressed me this morning didn't you? Antonus smiled. "Thanks for that. We would be late today if you hadn't." She gives him a hug. "Now, let's get started. I'm sorry. Hi dad. I didn't see you at first. Did I call you?"
"No. This handsome young man did. You were overpowered and acting like a drug addict so I drained a bit from you. Tom is fine now. He will be with Gerald for a while. You will see him tonight."
"Okay. I built us a home realm. You and Gaia are always welcome because you are family and I am inviting you. It is very private and invitations are needed to enter. You and Gaia are always welcome. I love you."
"I love you too, my dear daughter. Thank you for saying that. It means the world to me." They hugged and God popped away.
"So, let's get this day started with a good breakfast." Hugs were given as she entered the cafeteria. She sat at her regular table and a new group of people sat with her. Demeatral and Edmon sat down as well.
"We saw how you were feeling like you were leaving people out yesterday so we decided to rotate the people that sit with you at meals. That way you get to spend time with everyone. We brought the wee people in yesterday and they are in first-year classes with the harpies after lunch. They will join the entourage for morning classes. The council members have submitted their decisions. Praising them for their work and giving them time to think really did the trick. We do have more guardians to bring in and have developed an application of sorts for when you are ready to fill the new empty slots." Carlton explained.
"Wow. Ya'll talk a lot of business at this table." Sari said.
"Not always, but this is a busy time. I haven't had a chance to make the changes needed to run this realm the way I wanted to so I am doing that now."
"Oh. So there will be positions opening up in the government? That's good. It's always good to change people over time. They can become too complacent or demanding if they stay for too long." Zen said. "Zenith has had her foals. They are a joy."
"I would love to see them," Lauren replies.
"I have pictures. Thanks for the phones and technology boost to the realm. I can be away from Zenith sometime now and she is still with me. I will be able to bring her everything she needs at home without her having to leave the house." He shows Lauren the pictures.
"They are beautiful. I am glad the phones are a help."
"I like this new idea of switching seats so we can all get a chance to talk to you."
"Me too. Thanks, Demeatral."