Clyde opened the utility closet to grab some blankets. Leni was behind Clyde to assist him. He got what was necessary for his guest and closed the door. With their sleeping supplies, the pair returned to the living room where they saw Lori and Lincoln. Both were tuckered out, sleeping beside each other on the couch. Lori's head rested on Lincoln's chest. Both cradled, wrapped into each other's arm, sleeping soundly. It was like the sleep of innocents.

"They look dreamy." Clyde swallowed the lump in his throat. He was surprised that those chosen words came from his lips. He scratched under his chin as he grabbed the blanket to cover the sleeping siblings. "There, may you guys can rest easy." Leni put each pillow beside the sleeping pair, in case either of them would wake up. She grabbed two peppermints from her pocket, placing each under their pillow

"There, they can have sweet dreams," said the ditzy, but lovable blonde.

"That was actually sweet, Leni. Literally and figuratively," answered Clyde with a nervous grin.

Leni walked toward the kitchen while Clyde followed. She sat at the counter while Clyde opened the refrigerator to grab them glasses of milk. "Honestly, Clyde, this is most I have seen Lori this lovey on Linky. It's like old times."

"You don't say." Clyde poured a glass for Leni then himself. He grabbed a box of cookies and set it at the center. "I didn't know Lori had that kind of side." He kept quiet of his undying crush on the elder teen. "Thought that was how she was built."

"Believe it or not, Clyde. Lori has always been protective of Lincoln," said Leni. "Always checking up on him whenever he sleeps or whenever he goes and hang out with you guys. She would pop by and watch. She may not show it, but she loves her little brother."

"Can I ask you a question?"

Leni was in a midbite of the cookie when Clyde asked her a question. "Sure, what's up?"

"Is it true what Ronnie Anne said about Lori?"

She swallowed the cookie. She wiped her milk mustache and briefly looked away for a second. "Well, I am not going to say that the matter is entirely true. But, I won't say it's entirely false." She slid the box for Clyde to partake. "Lori-Lincoln's relationship is very intricate. A dynamic of sorts. She watches Lincoln because it is her duty as a sister. However, one must wonder if the protection is based on pure siblinghood or based on love."

"What do you infer, Leni?"

"I infer that what they are and who they are is just right. I just think when the time is right, they will discuss it." She took another bite of the cookies. "I just think it won't be today or anytime soon."

Clyde nodded his head before drinking his milk. "Damn, life can be complicated."

"And how. You are a good friend for staying by Lincoln."

"Same for sticking with Lori and for your brother also." He poured another glass of milk. "Do you think they will understand each other's feelings."

"Like I said, Clyde. In their own way. I like to compare whenever Luna came out to us as bisexual. If we can accept that, then I believe we can accept what Lori and Lincoln's relationship as well."

"It doesn't seem like Lincoln even likes Lori like that."

Leni grabbed Clyde's hand. "One must come to terms first. It's there, but he must become aware of it first."

He poured her another glass. "You are taking this very well."

Leni displayed a small smile. It was very pleasant, looking at her siblings. "They aren't heavy. They are my siblings. And I wouldn't trade them for the world."

They finished the last of their late night dessert and turned off the lights. Clyde told Leni that she knew where the guest bedroom was located. They bid their farewell and returned to their respective bedrooms.

Umi, it has been so long. So many years. So many long lost years without you.

I know, my dear. I wish I can heal the pain I've cost you in your final years. The anguish I gave you. If you hate me, I completely understand.

How can I hate my beloved, Umi? How can I hate the woman that I love for all eternity?

I made our parents disown me. I made them developed animosity towards you. You died because of my selfishness. My own pride caused my demise. I left you alone. Alone in a world without your sister, Nagi. Why do you love me? It was my fault I've made you this way.

No, it wasn't. Yes, you led me on, but it was I that loved you before then. It was you that took the initiative to make the first move.

Those long years, Nagi. Swimming in that unknown paradigm. Searching for you. Making that grave mistake that caused us suffering.

Shh! Hush, my love. We can't worry about the past. We can't worry about what happened with us. What can do is reflect on this eternal love we now have together. We are free, Umi. It's you and me. Our parents, the council, no one can stop our love. Your lips are the sweetest things. Please don't cry my love.

Nagi, I love you. I love you more than anything in this world.

It may have taken awhile, sis, but these two have brought us together. It was fate that allowed them to bring us together.

What will happen of them, my love. Will they suffer the same faith?

It's a different time. It will be difficult, but they are together. There are many other like them, like us. A congregation of not siblings, but human beings that are in love. But, alas, my love, our time with them is coming to a close. We must depart.

Together?

Together! We are going to a land where there is no space and time. An echelon, a great paradigm where we can forever love each other. Not as brother and sister, but as husband and wife.

I love you, Nagi!

I love you, too, Umi!

Thank you, Lincoln.

Thank you, Lori!

May your life be fruitful and merry!

May your life bring nothing but peace and happiness.

We wish you a long and happy life.

Umi and Nagi embraced as they gave each other a kiss. The specters held hands as they transcended out of the siblings. They looked up as they prepared to go to the level beyond human, the great paradigm, a heaven where there is no space and time.

"Lori, Lori." Lincoln shook his hand to wake up Lori. Lori felt his touch and grabbed it. She kissed his fingers, holding them gently. "Lori, are they gone?"

"They are, brother. They are gone." Lori rubbed his hand against her cheek. "They are at a better place."

"So, Lori. What will this make us?"

Lori saw the worry come from Lincoln's face. She came forward, kissing him on his cheek. She wiped the sudden tear from his eye. "I think that is something we must take one day at a time. We will do it together."

"Together?"

She made a light chuckle. "Believe it, twerp." She flicked his nose playfully. "Now, get some rest. We have a busy day tomorrow."

"What are we doing tomorrow?"

"Whatever it is, it will be just me and you."

Lincoln yawned, feeling the exhaustion in his body. He rested his head on Lori's shoulder. "Good Night, Lori."

"Sweet dreams, Linky."

"I love you, Lori."

"I love you, too, Linky."

The End!