New epilogue to accompany the new sequel.

As Rose Petals Fall

Epilogue:

New Year, Second Chance

...December 31st, 2017 - January 1st, 2018...

Hanging out in a VIP area at Times Square cuddling up to her significant other waiting for the New Year was Zatanna's idea of bliss. Dick looked up to watch the countdown to the Ball Drop. He may have been in a coma for 5 weeks but he was recovering fast. He'd regained the strength in his legs from not using them for over a month and his neglected voice was becoming stronger, even if he did sound a bit scratchy. Zatanna leaned her head against his shoulder and he put his arm around her. As the countdown reached 10 seconds, Dick put his arm under her knees and lifted her from her wheelchair bridal style.

"Dick? What are you-" but her voice was drowned out by the entire nation counting down.

"Five, four, three, two, one... HAPPY NEW YEAR!"

Zatanna turned to look at Dick and he instantly kissed her. She tensed up in surprise before relaxing in his arms and she took hold of his jacket to keep him close. The fireworks began shooting off into the air to celebrate the New Year and the two hesitantly pulled away from each other. Dick rested his forehead against hers and held her closer.

"I love you," he gently whispered to her.

"I love you too," Zatanna whispered back.

"This year is going to be great... I know it," he continued "You and me, we can do anything together..."

"Even heal?" she interrupted "The recovery's going to be hard, Dick, but I think I could do it... as long as I've got you to support me,"

"Yeah... as long as you'll support me in return," he agreed.

New sequel is called "As Wounds Heal" so... check it out and have a cookie.

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