Wednesday, July 29th, The Year 2219

Asher's POV

"I knew I heard strange noises!! I knew it!!" Brooke yelled. She ran back into the house, probably to lock the door to our room.

"Asher, we don't know if they are hostile or not. You and Jason better carry something with you when you go to the gate. Chanelle and I are not going with you. We'll go check on Brooke," Simone says as they go back in the house.

We found some thick pieces of wood that we carved into bats. Jason and I both carried one as we walked towards the gate.

Jason opened the gate as I prepared to swing. As soon as he opened it......

"Wait!! We mean you no harm!!!" the gentleman said. "My sister and I have been trapped on this planet since before the devastation."

"And, where were you living?" I don't know whether to believe them or not.

"My sister and I were kidnapped and brought to this planet. From the history books we found, this planet used to be vibrant, filled with people going about their day to day needs. But, sometime last year, it was raided by some really evil people, the same people that kidnapped us. Once they couldn't find what they were looking for, they destroyed it. We escaped from the kidnappers and hid. My sister and I built a bunker to hide in. We made it in our bunker before the explosion. We have no idea what happened to our parents. I am Caspian, and my sister's name is Neris. We heard commotion above our bunker, thinking people had come to rescue us. Then we realized no one came to rescue us. We saw you and followed you to this house."

"That still doesn't explain how some buildings are destroyed and some aren't," Jason asked.

Caspian answered, "That, I can't explain. We noticed the same thing too the first time we came up from our bunker."

"Your sister looks like she is about to pass out. Come on in."

Caspian and Neris entered, and Jason closed the gate.

"Something has been puzzling us. What is the name of this planet?" I asked as we walked into the house.

Caspian and Neris sat on the couch. "The planet's name is Brisothea," he answered.

"Hmm, never heard of it."

"That's because it is uncharted. No one knows where it is."

"Then, how could our cruise ship crash land here if it is uncharted?"

"Someone on your ship purposely had it veer off course here. Whoever it was wanted you all here on purpose and knew about this planet," Neris answered.

Chanelle and Simone came into the room. "We overheard the conversation. We have food and water for you. I'm Simone, and this is my sister, Chanelle. Our other sister locked herself in her bedroom," Simone says as they both place a tray on the coffee table.

"Thank you." Neris grabbed the water and gulped it down quickly.

"I'll be right back." I went upstairs, and sure enough, Brooke locked the door.

"Brooke, baby open the door! It's me."

"No!!"

"Brooklyn Ava Palmer, stop being stubborn and open the door now, or so help me I will put you over my knees and spank you!"

She opened the door this time. "Stop calling me Brooklyn." She grabbed my hand and pulled me inside. Then, locked the door back up.

"You already spanked me the night before. And, I sure wasn't over your knee."

"That was totally different. That was during one of our sessions. You asked for it, remember?"

"I know what I asked for! The last time before you was Taylor. He was sweet before he played me, but lousy at pleasure. Ugh, what about those people downstairs? I have a baby to protect."

"As far as we know, they appear to be friendly. They said they were kidnapped, ran away from the abductors, and built a bunker to hide in before the devastation, which happened over a year ago, so they say. They heard us above their bunker, thinking we were rescuers. From the way the sister drank a glass of water and ate a sandwich, they must be low on food supplies. They followed us to the house."

"The only ones I trust are you, Chanelle, and Simone. I don't trust Jason anymore. I feel extremely uncomfortable around him. Granted, I didn't like Crystal, but he killed her."

"I don't trust him either. I don't know if Caspian and Neris are telling the truth either. We just need to be cautious around them. Now, lunch is ready, and you need to eat."

"Duh, dad." As Brooke walked out of the room, I sure did smack that booty.

"Hey!" We both then walked downstairs. Simone and Chanelle were talking with Caspian and Neris.

"Caspian and Neris, this my..." Brooke may get me for this, but that is what she is to me. "This is my wife, Brooke. We lost our rings during the cruise crash." Simone and Chanelle started to giggle.

Brooke gave me a nasty look but went with it. "It's nice to meet you both. Sorry, but I'm eating for two, so if you'll excuse me, I am going to the kitchen."

As she walked towards the kitchen, she got me back by smacking my butt.

"What is your wife pregnant with? Sorry, but I could tell. Her belly is starting to show a little," Neris asked. "I was a nurse on my planet, so I can assist with the delivery."

"She's pregnant with our daughter. Brooke is just three months. Chanelle is a doctor. She will be glad to have you as an assistant. Well, I'll show you to your rooms."

Brooke's POV

I started rubbing my tummy while eating lunch. "Your daddy and I need to think of a name for you, little one. Aunt Chanelle sure knows how to make a grilled cheese sandwich." I ate two - one for me, and one for my baby girl.

Asher joined me in the kitchen. "You're wife, hmm?"

"I went with what popped in my head. I mean since we are back together, I was hoping you would play the role."

I walked over to where Asher was sitting, and sat in his lap, facing him. I started running my hands through his hair. He wrapped his arms around me.

"Do you, Asher Connor Gray, take, Brooke Ava Palmer, to be your wife?"

"Hmm, how about no? I'll take Brooklyn Ava Palmer to be my wife."

"Do you want to have a boring wedding night, Mr. Gray?"

"Honey, I already took you. You're pregnant with our daughter, remember? Yes, I do take Brooklyn Ava Palmer to be my wife. Brooklyn Ava Palmer, do you take Asher Connor Gray to be your husband?"

"I certainly do. You may kiss your bride."

I love and missed Asher's kisses. He kisses me with so much passion. And, I let him do it.

"I really am sorry for what happened. It hurt seeing you with Crystal, but I had to accept it. I missed everything about you. I wish my parents could know about us having their granddaughter." I didn't realize I had tears falling until Asher wiped them away. I am totally hormonal.

"I'm sorry about the way I responded. You didn't deserve to be jailed. I regret it. My parents and family wanted me to give you a second chance, but I was too stubborn to do so. You came to me and told me what happened. I know that was hard. Nobody else will get in the way of what we have, Mrs. Gray."

"I can't wait to really be that in front of our family and friends. That's if we ever get off this planet." I laid my head on Asher's chest.

"We'll find a way, somehow. I promise."

My hands started roaming, everywhere. "I'm hungry, but not for food. Let's go, now!!"

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"That gets better each time. I thought of a name while, uh, we were busy. I like Dalis for her first name. You pick a middle name."

"That's a beautiful first name. Hmm, how about Raina, after my favorite aunt?"

"Dalis Raina Gray. It's a fantastic name for our firstborn child. Okay, Mr. Gray, break time is over. I'm ready for dessert."

"With pleasure." Asher rolled over to me and I wrapped my legs are his waist. He held my hands behind my head and pressed me so far onto the bed that it started squeaking. He went to work on my body. "Oh my gosh! I love you so much." So sorry for whoever is under us.

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Wednesday, October 30th, The Year 2219

We are still stuck on this dang planet.

Neris and I have actually become good friends. Neris, Chanelle, and Simone have helped me so much with my pregnancy.

I am now 6 months pregnant and a waddler. Oh, and Dalis Raina Gray is a kicker. I don't like it, but when the group travels into the city, Neris stays with me. Asher doesn't want me leaving the house now that I am six months. And, I have to agree. I love Dalis so much and don't want to hurt her. So, while everyone is out, Neris and I fix the food.

Caspian took a liking to Simone. Surprisingly, she likes him back. And, she is not an easy person to please.

Jason doesn't even talk to us anymore. He has become distant. He'll eat dinner with us and that is it. He does go into the city with Asher, Caspian, Chanelle, and Simone.

Taylor is alive and well in his apartment. He somehow sends Asher notes without Jason knowing. On one of the notes Taylor sent, it said that he saw Jason looking around to see if anyone saw him. Duh, as if anyone else is here. Then he disappears into a tunnel.

Jason knows something about this dang place, but no one wants to confront him about it and be his next victim. So, we are stuck here.

Neris and I are fixing dinner now. "How did you guys survive here in your bunker?"

"Trust me, it was not easy. Right before the devastation, we gathered as much dried food as we could. We had plenty of water to drink, that was until it recently ran extremely low. Our bunker was below the office building where you guys got the medical supplies. Just like you, we thought it was weird how some buildings were not affected like the others."

"May I ask how old you are you? I'm 26 years old."

"I'm 26 years old too. Caspian is 32 years old. Sounds like they are back." We heard the SUV pull up to the house. We fixed baked chicken, potatoes and green beans.

Everyone, except Jason, came into the kitchen. "Dinner is ready. Go wash your hands, and we'll fix plates for you."

They all did and came back within 5 minutes. We fixed their plates and sat them on the table.

"Brooke, please tell me you fixed the chicken. It's delicious," Caspian says as Neris smacked her brother's arm. Speaking of, I miss my brothers so much. They are uncles to a niece they may never get to see.

"Neris fixed it. I showed her how to fix it. She said you always complained about her cooking."

While everyone scarfed down their food, I just twirled mine on my plate. I don't feel like eating it. Everyone noticed it.

"Brooke is teaching me how to cook, and what spices to use for different dishes," Neris answered.

"Brooke, what's wrong?" Chanelle asked me.

"When Neris smacked Caspian's arm, it reminded me of Drake and Max back home. I miss them a lot."

"Aww, sis we miss them too. But honey you have to eat, for you and Dalis. We all want you both healthy for a successful delivery." Chanelle then came over to where I was sitting and squeezed me into a hug.

"We are making it on this awful planet. The guys are looking for materials that can help us build a ship so we can get far away from here. And, plus you have Asher back. And, Dalis will be here in three months. Hang in there."

I started crying in my food. "I'll try."

"I'll fix you another plate. After you finish eating, go lay down. And, I'll make you a big cup of hot tea and bring it upstairs."

Asher wrapped his arm around me and kissed my cheek. "Let us do the worrying."

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"How was your tea?" Asher asked.

"Delicious, and calming."

"Okay because I need you to remain calm. What I am have to say is unnerving. The last note Taylor sent said that he saw Jason following someone into the tunnel. Oh, and, Jason is not coming back to the house."

I felt a mixture of emotions - angry, but calm. I squeezed the life out of Asher's hands.

"I have a feeling Jason had that dang ship purposely crash land on this planet!! He knows this planet and set us up!!!"

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