[ WP ] You buy your S/O a star for their birthday . 50 years later the Earth receives a transmission requesting that the landlord stop by to fix the atmosphere of one of the star 's planets .

There was a faint beep in the background of the rather bleak room. An old lady lay peacefully in a bed surrounded by monitors and indescribable machines that she did n't understand. There were just two other people in the room; a nurse trying bravely to hide her concern, and a grumpy old man who wore a faint scowl staring intently into her eyes. He flicked from her right eye, to her left, flick, flick, flick. She found it amusing. 
 
 She had been with this man for nearly fifty years, but had known him even longer. He had been there on her tenth birthday even. A smile crossed her face remembering, and the grumpy old man's face softened. 
 
 `` And what are you so happy about, ma'am?'' he asked amused. She gathered her breath for the response. Before she could reply, a cough painfully wracked her body. The old man made motions to stand but she gripped his hand tight. She took another breath. 
 
 `` Do you remember what you got me for my first birthday?'' Her chest was filled with love. He slowly eased back into his chair and seemed annoyed at the question. Surely he though there were more pressing matters. 
 
 `` It was that star certificate, right? The one I got from the conservatory... I think they were running a fundraiser. Yes. The Adopt-A-Star,'' he added reluctantly. So he had remembered! She let out a raspy laugh that gave way to another coughing fit. Just then, the door opened slowly and three more people walked cautiously into the room. A beautiful young man and woman. The grumpy old man nodded but did not stand, his grip instead grabbing tighter to her withering hand. He gave a sad shake of his head, and the two knelt beside her bed offering hellos and peppering her with questions on how she was feeling. 
 
 While she answered each one in time, she was much more curious about the... man? Woman? That had entered behind them. Of such a complexion that it may have been see through, it was quite hard to discern gender. She decided it was a he, but he had twinkling eyes and lips like the movie stars she had adored. He waited patiently near the door with clasped hands, and nodded pleasantly at her. 
 
 The beeping in the room was starting to become irregular. People were starting to stir and the nurse quickly ducked out of the room. She returned her attention to her family. They were talking at her, but the words did n't matter at this point. All that mattered was the curves of their faces. The lights in their eyes. The lively hue of their lips, and the love radiating from their hearts. It was exactly as she imagined. A bit early... but perfect nonetheless. 
 
 The beautiful man, or handsome woman, stepped closer now. He placed the tips of one finger on the end of her bed and surveyed the other people. They did n't seem to notice him. He sat on the bed. 
 
 `` Hello, ma'am. It is an honor to meet you. You are the owner of KIC 005867284, yes? It is registered in your name.'' She was a bit confused. Was this a will executor? 
 
 `` What on Earth is KIC... something something?'' she said, her voice strong and clear and throat soothed. 
 
 `` Oh on the contrary, Ma'am. KIC is not on Earth at all,'' his smile was radiant. `` It is a star. A star that was bequeathed to you on your 10th name day.'' His voice reminded her of the breeze that rolls off of the ocean and tangles your hair. She pondered this. Her tenth name day? Was he refering to that silly Adopt-A-Star? 
 
 `` Honey, are you hearing this man?'' she asked. Her husband's concern was evident. He cocked his head and pressed his ear closer as if he did n't understand. She repeated the question, and now all of her family was leaning in as if she were parting ultimate wisdom. She turned back to the mysterious man. 
 
 `` Are you refering to the Adopt-A-Star?'' she asked him incredulously. He smiled again and nodded slowly. He inched up the bed, to her knees now, just next to her husband who was now stroking her hair. It felt nice. 
 
 `` That is correct. I have been looking everywhere for you! I'm afraid we are in dire need of your services. Your job here is coming to a close, I would love to show you your place among the stars.'' She pondered for a bit. Space did seem pretty exciting. Who knew what was out there? With her condition it had been years since she had a proper adventure. She turned to her husband. 
 
 `` May I go?'' 
 
 His face twisted in sadness and tears were running down his old weathered cheeks. He nodded. 
 
 `` Oh do n't be so dramatic,'' she said squeezing his hand, `` I'll be back in no time.'' She addressed her children, one at a time, taking in their faces, their memories and auras. She nodded to each in time, then turned to the wondrous creature who was now standing beside her husband and offering his hand. She looked at her husband once more. So much love... She released his hand, and grasped the man's. 
 
 `` Take me.''
