The Knight of Voltron

Believe in Yourself

Allura's POV

Ever since the tournament and the official announcement that Keith has become the Black Lion and Leader of Voltron he has seemed...off. Like in a state of denial. Exhibit A; he refuses to sleep in the Castle quarters near Romelle's room. He also insist on remaining my guard even though he doesn't need to given he's the leader and the Black Lion. Exhibit B; He tends to avoid using the Black Lion. Thankfully there haven't bene attacks but even for the simple things, like Hunk, He takes the Yellow all the time to town for spices and food and on patrol. But Keith walks, even on Patrol, He either walks or goes by horse or insists Hunk or Pidge cover and take over his watch. 

Even at breakfast. I'm sitting here with Ambassador Coran, Romelle and he should be sitting and eating like Romelle but he is right outside those wooden doors guarding. 

"Allura, are you alright?" Ambassador Coran asked.

"Yes. Fine. Why?"

"You were staring at the doors." Romelle's eyes shot up. I know she has her own theories and I know she also knows who is on the other side of that door.

"Yes sorry. I just didn't get much sleep last night."

"Are you alright? Pillow fluffed enough?"

"Oh yes. Just tired. I'm fine." I insisted. 

"Alright, well eat. That should get you away and maybe a stroll in the town out to do it." 

"Yes, Ambassador," Romelle began, "I think a stroll in the town would be refreshing for Allura." I see what she's doing. But I do not like Keith. There is nothing going on.

"You know what? A stroll does sound nice." I said, "That's what I'll do. I'll finish my breakfast and I'll go for a stroll and Keith can watch me."

So that's what I did. I finished breakfast and was escorted back to my room by Keith, where I changed, and we went for a stroll. A reason I believed this to be a good idea because I can now confront him about his recent behavior.

"Sir Keith?"

"Yes Princess?" Keith asked as we walked.

"Are you feeling alright?"

"Why do you ask Princess?"

"Well, I've noticed you've been missing your patrol lately. Having Pidge, Hunk, or Lance take over. It's beginning to worry me."

"You need not concern yourself with my affairs." Keith replied.

"Are you sick?" I asked, "Because Ambassador knows a little trick to cure the common cold if-"

"No, I'm not sick. I appreciate the concern but I'm fine." Keith insisted. But I knew that was a lie so I stopped in my tracks. Keith turned around to face me.

"What?" 

"You swore to be my bodyguard. You took an oath."

"I remember that very clearly yes."

"No, I'm asking you as the one you are protecting and your friend to answer me honestly." Keith looked at her hesitantly.

"I'm fine Princess. Truely." 

"Fine. Then I'm asking you as your princess and boss." Keith groaned. Allura took steps towards him. "You've been acting odd since the tournament, and I have noticed it meaning others probably have to. What's wrong?"

"Nothing!" Keith said walking away

"Keith. You took an oath! Don't lie to me. You can tell me anything and everything." Allura said following him. Keith quickly whipped around.