Bedtime Story: Epilogue, the second part

Ranma grinned at Akane, who beamed back in a tiredly ethereal kind of way. He looked up from his study of his newborn son's face. "Do you think he's going to fall asleep? I mean, he just got out of there."

"I don't know…if I had the huge meal that he just had, a nap would be just the thing. Maybe you better help him along."

"You're right," he replied, tickling his son's full belly. "Hey, little Kenshin, here's a goodnight story to help you get to sleep. It has monsters and a handsome big mouthed prince and a beautiful tomboy princess…and it starts with a 'once upon a time…'"

Author's note: Well, that it! I know the last two chapters were probably unnecessary, but I just couldn't resist. I also know that I didn't go into as much detail (i.e. fiancées, kidnappers, and all the other Ranma goodness) that I probably should have, but can you imagine how long it would have been if I did?! Besides, that just leaves the door open for other "goodnight stories." =)

Hope you liked it!

Author's note part 2: A kind reviewer pointed out that this story is very similar to another fanfic entitled "Story." Since the author of "Story" was not named, I assumed the reviewer meant "Story" written by Max-chan. I actually read and thoroughly loved Max-chan's "Story" way before I wrote this and forgot the storytelling technique used until I was reminded by a reviewer. I personally feel that this bedtime story differs enough at least in plotline from Max-chan's that no accusing fingers of plagiarism may be pointed, but others may feel differently. If you are Max-chan and/or have a problem with my story, please let me know ASAP (my e-mail address is [email protected]) and I will remove it. If you haven't read Max-chan's "Story," I HIGHLY recommend it. It's a cute, quick read.