i'm not done with this world.

              “ You are a brilliant mind and carry yourself with both power and pride --- not to mention you’re easy on the eyes . How could I NOT think otherwise ? ” Rhea retorted whilst rolling her shoulders ; seeing no harm in speaking the truth . However , there was much to be done and they’d accomplish nothing by dilly-dallying about .                Hands remained clasped together as she began leading the way towards the place where the HUMAN will be putting all of her wit to use . “ Come along , Ms. Luthor . It’s time to acquaint you with your new home --- as well as your new work station . ”

               A TRADE WAS MADE . Simple , sweet --- mmn , perhaps bittersweet if she were being perfectly honest . However , given the circumstance … Rhea couldn’t see any better way of surviving this world . And she still must think of her people --- despite the rage and ever growing hatred for SUPERGIRL . In time that will be dealt with --- and she will have her son back again . But for now …            Rhea clasped her hands together and observed the tall , inquisitive woman who daringly traded her life to spare her daughter’s . Lena was no doubt of great use , but with Lillian … there was SO MUCH more potential to rise above the enemies on this world . A brow piqued ever so subtly as a sly smile started to appear .                                                          ‘ Oh , I’ll have fun with this one --- ’      ” How could I refuse such an offer ? Especially one that tugs on my heartstrings … ” Rhea drawled before motioning her forward . “ Though I must warn you --- any FUNNY BUSINESS and I’ll have to rid that pretty face of yours from my ship in a rather violent manner . ”

ooc : Hi , hello ! I think it’s about time for a comeback . I’ve truly , TRULY , missed writing , this community — and most definitely Rhea . :’3 I’d love to get some threads going again , I just need another day or so to tweak some stuff .                                                                             Thanks for the patience ! <3

TRUE TO HER WORD , the kryptonian chose to remain with her , still . Instead of leaving to ally herself with her disquieting niece and alert them all to the lingering presence of the daxamite queen , Astra decided it best to linger --- to STAY with Rhea despite all the fears and quelling emotions threatening to rip them both asunder . And , despite the troubling thoughts that mewled out in her mind , Rhea was eternally grateful that she wasn’t ALONE --- and for the first time in what felt like an eternity , she was on the path to true happiness . At least for the time being .           Before she was able to even breathe another word , Astra’s head returned to her lap and an arm wrapped around her form . The praise was heartwarming and the PROMISE that followed … she couldn’t help but smile before returning her hand to brush through those wavy locks ; whispering out in the dead silence , “ Careful … I’ll hold you to that . ” Heavy lids sheathe her eyes whilst leaning back onto the upholstered headboard before she softly hummed out ; both trying to guide the woman into a peaceful slumber as she tried to further hinder the dreadful thoughts from conquering her mindset . They will talk --- IN THE MORNING --- for now , they will just be .

Word spread all too quickly and ACTION was instantly taken --- for the queen wasted no time in retrieving Lillian from DEO custody . After a slight altercation followed by a minor diversion to avoid arrest ( or execution ) , the Daxam Queen’s faithful guards gently placed the sleeping Lillian Luthor in her bed . And Rhea remained right by her side --- WHERE SHE BELONGED . Several hours had passed them by before the human finally stirred from her heavy slumber , causing Rhea’s attention to be more alert than ever before . “ Easy , ” she first instructed as a strong , lithe hand delicately grasped the woman’s arm . “ DON’T GET UP , you’re safe here . ” A small , worrisome smile then came to light as Rhea released her arm to brush a lock of that blonde hair back behind he ear . “ You’ve been here for HALF A DAY since I came for you --- I almost forgot how heavy of a sleeper you can be , darling . ”

Her form STIFFENED instantaneously as soon as that last remark was voiced , causing her to slant her head ever so slightly as arms crossed over her chest . “ Do you BELIEVE that I do not care for you , my dear ? Because if you DO , then I suggest you forget all about our little relationship and walk away . ” 

“ Well , well , well ... what have we here ? “ Not only had Rhea been greeted by an OLD FRIEND , but it seemed that Olivia’s loyalty remained true to Daxam . But the QUEEN had to be sure -- for Rhea was NOT in the mood to fall for Supergirl’s frivolous mind games . She had plans to execute , ENEMIES TO SPLIT ASUNDER , a world to conquer ... Caution at the ready , the queen stood from her ADORNING throne to greet Olivia with a pleasant grin . “ You’ve done well , my love . But note that I must tread vigilantly and see to it PERSONALLY that you are not carrying anything aboard my ship that ties you to the humans -- or SUPERGIRL . ”

Each word that left her lips created the carol of what used to be her HOME long ago --- back before Krypton’s self-destruction led to the abrupt end of Daxam as well . And the life she had one day hoped to revitalize --- a dream that was SLOWLY being flushed from her mind and replaced with anew . A HAPPIER BEGINNING . On Earth , with her . But the very second Rhea felt movement , the song of her language ( of her people ) was silenced --- while cheeks grow rosy in color for being caught in the act . “ I --- ”                                                                          O ‘ SWEET HESITATION . “ Thank you , my dear . ” Digits sweep through locks of Lillian’s hair all the more as they remain settled there , in their own BLISSFUL DOMAIN , away from the awaiting chaos and discord . Here where the WORLD FELT STILL and her heart not so heavy , Rhea found the urge to smile . “ Do you SING ? ”

There is is --- that BRIGHT smile that told the daxam queen just how much of a rarity HAPPINESS was for the human . There was still a lot to be learned with this one , but Rhea knew enough to want to do ANYTHING to keep that very smile plastered on Lillian’s features for as long as she was able . “ I feel above and beyond welcome here , Lily . Don’t you worry . ” One last sip and the cup was placed on the nightstand beside her . “ But I do ask that you join me --- I wouldn’t mind spending just a little longer in this very spot , with you BY MY SIDE . ”

“ Where else am I to go , dear ? ” Rhea drawled with piqued vexation . The FACTS were there , but it seemed the kryptonian needed it all spelled out to her . Apparently the prime of her intelligence now dwindled since arriving on EARTH . What a shame . “ My son is here , “ whether he wanted anything to do with her or not , she wasn’t leaving without him , “ and my people grow TIRED of living in a ship through the sea of stars . They seek refuge --- are we to be DENIED the welcome by you and your daughter , Alura ? ”