Disclaimer: Joss, Fox, Universal Own em’. (Except for Maxine. She's mine) I’m just playing. No money being made.

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A new story line to recharge my Muse. Set outside my “Allanverse.” Just to see what happens. Set about a year and a half post Serenity. Story line has the standard pairings of Mal/Inara, Simon/Kaylee. Also has River/Jayne. Zoë/Maxine

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Warning: This story line from here on out will include 'gasp' fem slash (Like you didn't see it coming). It won't be graphic but I know some are offended by any depiction of homosexuality. If you don't like this kind of thing... stop reading right now.

A/N: Just some fluff before Simon meets the parents.

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New Blood

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Chapter Fifteen

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Upon hearing the news that Serenity would be landing on Meadow in a few days time, Kaylee let out a happy squeal that probably could have been heard outside the ship, even in space.

As everyone recovered from having their ear drums pierced or at least heavily strained, Simon suddenly realized what was going to happen.

He would have to meet Kaylee's parents. Only River noticed his sudden slack jawed expression.

“Cheer up, Ge-ge,” River grinned, “It could be worse.”

“Worse?” Simon squeaked.

“Kaylee could be pregnant...”

“River!” Kaylee admonished, “That ain't nice.”

Maxine tried to hide a snicker and Jayne had a sly grin on his face.

Mal interrupted, “Meetin a girls folks is mighty intimidating. And knowing Thomas... well... been nice knowing you Doc.”

“Behave, Mal,” Inara scolded, “I could put the shoe on the other foot and make you take us to Shinon to meet my parents...”

The color drained out of Mal's face, “Now don't be playin dirty 'Nara. Just teasin the boy.”

“That's my job, Cap'n,” River giggled.

“Reckon it is, Albatross.”

“I gotta wave Momma... let her know we're coming,” Kaylee said excitedly, “We'll have a big shindig.. get all the family there...”

“Easy, Kaylee. We need to do some repairs to Serenity. Ain't gonna have a lot o' time fer parties,” Mal