So, this is something I've been wanting to do for a while but have only recently started coming up with ideas. I've liked the idea of this pairing for some reason. I just find this couple compelling somehow I guess. Anywho, I hope you all enjoy. Feel free to tell me what you think.

Hinoka's eyes felt heavy as she tried to open them. She could tell that it was still dark outside. She groaned as she sat up and looked at the empty space in the bed next to her. "Xander must have gotten up earlier than usual today," she said to herself. She climbed out of bed, got dressed, and left her room. Her stomach started to growl. "Guess I better go find something to eat." As she headed towards the mess hall, she passed by the training grounds. Her husband, Xander, was hacking away at one of the training dummies. "Xander," she called as she walked up to him.

Xander stopped and turned around. "Hinoka." He stepped towards her.

"You're up earlier than usual today. Are you having trouble sleeping."

Xander shrugged and shook his head. "No, I just happened to get up earlier today. I hope I didn't worry you."

"No, just curious. I was about to get something to eat. Have you eaten anything yet?"

"Not yet. I'm not hungry yet." As if in protest, his stomach started to growl. Hinoka put a hand over her mouth to hide her chuckling. "I'll get something in a little while."

"I don't think it's wise to train so hard on an empty stomach."

"Well, if I keel over dead, you can say you told me so."

Hinoka rolled her eyes. "Do you want me to bring you something?"

"You're not my maid. You don't have to do that."

"I don't mind."

Xander shook his head. "I'll be there to join you shortly. Perhaps then we could spar together for a little while."

Hinoka smiled and nodded. "Sure. I always enjoy beating you."

"You're certain I'm not merely letting you win."

"Ha! Don't flatter yourself." Xander chuckled a little. "I'll see you in a bit." Xander nodded and watched as Hinoka headed towards the mess hall. He turned his attention back to the training dummy and continued his training. Suddenly, he heard someone running up to him from behind. "Hey, Xander!"

"Hinoka?" He turned around as Hinoka stopped in front of him. "What is it?" Hinoka didn't answer as she grabbed his shoulder and pulled him down so his face was closer to hers. She kissed him gently on the lips. As they pulled back, Hinoka chuckled a little at the slightly flustered look on Xander's face.

"Good morning, dear," she said.

Xander smiled and ran a hand through his wife's hair. "Good morning, my love." He looked at the training dummy and then back at Hinoka. He stabbed his training sword into the ground and grabbed Hinoka's hand. "Perhaps, I will join you after all."

Thanks for reading. Hope you ejoyed!