Keladry of Mindelan was practicing with her glaive outside when she heard footsteps. She stopped and swerved to point the glaive at the person. "Is this the type of hello I get from being out on border patrol for three months dear Kel?"

Kel grinned, before lowering her glaive and going up to hug her best friend, Nealan of Queenscove. She laughed, "So, I take it you enjoyed border patrol then?"

Neal slung an arm around her shoulders as they headed for the mess hall. "Of course," he said sarcastically, "Who wouldn't love fighting off bandits for three months."

"Well I must say Neal; things have been rather dull around New Hope without our dear Meathead chief healer."

He groaned, "How many times do I have to tell you, not to call me that name!"

Kel chuckled as they entered the mess hall. Neal took a tray and gave one to Kel who nodded in thanks. As they passed the vegetables Kel made sure Neal got an extra serving, earning a glare from Neal. As they ate Kel filled him in on what had happened to New Hope while he was gone.

After Kel was finished talking she noticed that his vegetables were still untouched, "Eat your vegetables."

Neal scowled and said, "Yes mother."

Kel laughed and patted his back, "Just making up for three months of not being able to watch over you eat every bite."

Neal sighed, "Oh how I missed those meals."

Kel smirked, "And now you're back here with me dear Meathead." She stood and ruffled his hair, before saying, "I'll see you later, I've got to check on our supplies," she paused before smiling slightly, "It's good to have you back Neal."

Neal grinned at her and then when she left continued to eat. Yes it was good to be back, he thought, It's good to be back with Kel.

Author's Note: And thus begins my second fanfic, K/N for all those who requested…lol. I must say I hope you like this first chapter. Lol, I didn't much like it, but it'll get better…I promise. Thanks and review!