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Gaia and Ender's Intergalactic Date

After much thought, I decided on Xandar as the destination for our first proper date. There were plenty of reasons for this choice. Xandar, a bustling hub of the Nova Empire, was a peaceful alien civilization, not yet entangled in galactic wars or messy politics. Plus, its architecture and culture, crafted by beings eerily similar to humans, promised an air of familiarity that Gaia might appreciate.

Inside our 'spaceship', though calling it that was a bit of a stretch since it relied more on magic than actual technology Gaia sat beside me, curious like a child who has just entered the world.

"What is the surprise, my love?" she asked, her voice filled with excitement and a touch of impatience.

I smirked, keeping my eyes on the controls, though they were mostly for show. "Patience, wifey. We are almost there."

Thus far, the journey had been more about the vastness of space than anything particularly interesting, just stars, meteorites, and the occasional asteroid belt. And while Gaia seemed initially captivated by the grandeur of the cosmos, I could tell the novelty was beginning to wear off.

To make matters worse, I could sense her playful pout as she muttered, "You have been teasing me about this 'surprise' for days. Don't tell me it's just... floating rocks and sparkly voids!"

"Trust me, it's worth it," I reassured her. But even I had to admit that staring into the void for hours wasn't the best way to start a romantic date.

Realizing that we were running out of "cosmic sightseeing" appeal, I leaned into the ship's magical interface and said, "All right, let's skip the scenic route."

With a snap, I activated a teleportation spell, instantly shifting us across light-years. It was instant as if we didn't even move, but the shift in scenery stated something else.

Gaia gasped as she gazed out the window. Her eyes widened in awe at the sight of Xandar's sprawling, crystalline cities shimmering under the light of a triple star system. Two yellow suns and a red one created a breathtaking celestial backdrop that painted the planet in hues of gold, and crimson.

The planet itself was a near-perfect sphere of deep blues and greens, covered almost entirely by vast oceans. From space, it bore an uncanny resemblance to Earth, a blue jewel suspended in the void, but with a radiance all its own.

"This… this is incredible!" she breathed, her earlier impatience replaced with wonder.

I smiled, leaning back with a sense of satisfaction. "And this, my love, is just the beginning. Welcome to Xandar, our destination for the most unique date you'll ever experience."

Gaia's eyes sparkled as they remained fixed on the view outside. "Ender, you've truly outdone yourself this time."

"This is just the prelude, my goddess," I replied, casting an illusion spell over the ship and ourselves to blend in. Even though Xandar was welcoming to visitors, the last thing I wanted was to draw undue attention or risk Gaia's identity being discovered.

As the ship landed smoothly on the shimmering oceans of Xandar, Gaia closed her eyes and breathed in deeply. "Such balance," she murmured. "The planet thrives with life and harmony. It's beautiful."

"Indeed," I said, stepping beside her. "But there's more to see."

I cloaked us from Xandar's surveillance systems and teleported us to a secluded part of the heart of the city, a spot I had scouted during my preparations.

Nuudaal's Place, our first destination, was a lively venue situated in one of Xandar's floating districts. It had a warm, welcoming ambiance, blending futuristic aesthetics with cozy and somewhat modern Earth-charm. Gaia looked around curiously as we walked in, marveling at the mix of alien species dining together.

It was given that Mother Nature, Gaia, rarely sees different kinds of beings working together.

Ender had introduced some of Earth's things like movies, arcade games, and even some of the best cuisines and casual fast food from Modern Earth. While Xandar has its own charm and entertainment, and he thought it would be good if he had something familiar for their date.

He had even gone far to create farms so that the restaurants would have a regular supply of materials other than various algae, which was the main diet across the planet, and it became popular in a few days.

Gaia raised an eyebrow at Ender when a Krylorian, a fairly common humanoid species of pink-skinned beings renowned across the galaxy for their beauty greeted them respectfully as if she knew them.

I smirked. "Well, I had to ensure my goddess had the best first intergalactic date."

We were led to a table overlooking Xandar's glowing waterways. A view of floating gardens and energy streams surrounded us. I had arranged for a meal that, while being alien, would be as delicious as the meals of Earth.

Gaia's first bite made her pause. "Ender," she said slowly, savoring the taste. "You may have spoiled me for every other meal from now on."

'I consider that a win," I said, with a smile.

After dinner, we ventured to Xandar's Infinity Arcade, a place I had personally influenced during my planning. While arcade games on Earth were often plagued by cheap gimmicks and scams, here I had ensured they were designed for fair play and pure enjoyment. Gaia was especially drawn to a game involving flying through asteroid fields, where she obliterated my high score on her first try.

"You cheated," I joked, as she grinned triumphantly.

"I'm a goddess," she replied playfully. "I don't cheat—I just excel." She said with a smug smile.

The date continued with a visit to Xandar's Galactic Cinema, where we watched a romantic drama produced by one of the planet's famed storytellers. The visuals were so immersive that it felt as if we were part of the story, and Gaia was visibly moved by the tale of two lovers separated by time but united across dimensions.

Well, I was a fan of action, but watching Alien Romance was another thing. Fortunately, they were humanoid.

As the night wore on, we strolled through Xandar's Floating Gardens, a tranquil spot lit by bioluminescent plants that glowed softly in the dark, created by yours truly.

Gaia linked her arm with mine, leaning her head on my shoulder.

"All of this is perfect, but it feels like barely any time has passed," she whispered, her voice warm with contentment. Considering our age, that comment had layers of meaning.

"Perfect?" I smirked. "We are not even done yet."

"Oh?" Her curiosity was instantly reignited, her green eyes sparkling with intrigue.

With a snap of my fingers, a sleek, futuristic flying car materialized in front of us. Its smooth, metallic surface gleamed under the garden's glow, and it hovered silently, waiting for us to board.

"Let me show you something truly unique," I said, opening the passenger door like a gentleman. Gaia stepped in, her excitement palpable, and I slid into the driver's seat.

The car hummed to life, lifting off smoothly and taking us through Xandar's skyline. Within moments, we approached our destination: a gargantuan, dome-like structure that sparkled as if it held the stars themselves.

"This," I said, gesturing dramatically as we descended, "is Xandar's Grand Aquarium. But calling it an aquarium is an understatement, it's practically an entire sea contained within this dome."

Gaia's eyes widened as we entered the colossal structure. Inside, the walls were entirely transparent, revealing an endless expanse of alien aquatic life. Schools of luminous fish darted past, their bodies glowing in vibrant patterns. Gigantic, leviathan-like creatures swam gracefully in the distance, while smaller, jellyfish-like beings pulsed with a soothing light, casting mesmerizing reflections across the water.

"It's… amazing," Gaia whispered, her voice filled with wonder as she reached out to touch the glass. "So many species… such beauty. You knew I would love this."

"Of course," I said, grinning. "What better way to end our night than by showing my goddess the wonders of an entire ocean filled with life no one else has seen?"

We strolled through the endless pathways, watching as alien creatures performed intricate, natural dances. Some swam in synchronized patterns, while others glided past us, curious but cautious.

Just as we were about to venture deeper into the aquarium, I felt a subtle tug at the edge of my awareness, a signal, faint but urgent.

Gaia turned to me, her expression shifting as she picked up on it as well. "Buri," she said, her tone laced with urgency. "It's time."

I sighed, though a smile crept onto my face. "I suppose our intergalactic date will have to be put on hold."

Gaia chuckled softly. "A child being born is a blessing. We can always return."

I couldn't help but think that even though our date was cut short, the night had been unforgettable.

"Next time," I said, glancing at her, "we'll finish exploring this place."

She smiled warmly, her hand resting on mine. "I'll hold you to that."

And with that, we disappeared, leaving Xandar's glowing waters and dazzling cityscapes behind as we prepared to welcome new life into the cosmos.

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Hardest chapter I wrote till now.

I was excited to write till I actually started it and realized I had no idea what a date consists of and even more a Intergalactic one but hope it was a good chapter.

I had taken a break since, I was getting a bit confused with my own works.

So gimme powerstones.

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Gaia

Ender

Xandar