Three Months Later…

Caitlyn was sitting on a table for two in a restaurant, her face blank, but her eyes threatening to spill tears. She made the effort to actually wear something different than her work attire, because she knew, that's what she would have wanted.

"Miss. Your order." The waiter bowed slightly before laying out a plate of delicious smelling food in front of her. No matter how good it looks or smells, it didn't appeal to her at all. Still, she slowly picked up the fork and took a small bite.

"Hello, Miss Sheriff. This is the restaurant, Piltover's Finest, calling. Three months ago, Miss Vi reserved a spot for two for tonight at 8PM. We wish to confirm your attendance tonight."

"Three months ago?"

"Yes. Miss Vi also requested the attendance of our world-touring chef to make a special dish for this special day."

It was slow, but she did manage to finish the food. She looked at the empty seat across from her and she swore, for a brief moment, she saw her partner, dressed up in a white suit with her signature goofy grin on her face. She felt another wave threatening to wash over her eyes.

Before Caitlyn let that imagination draw out more tears, she signaled the waiter to give her the bill. The waiter returned shortly with the bill, but also with a small decorated box. She looked questioningly at the waiter.

"Miss Vi, who reserved this table, instructed to deliver this to you when you are finished."

Caitlyn thought briefly before nodding her thanks to the waiter. He dismissed himself and she was again left alone. She examined the box for a moment before opening it. Inside, there was a folded piece of paper. She placed down the box and unfolded the note.

Hey Cupcake! Happy Birthday! I got you a little gift! It isn't much special, but it is to me. You are special to me, too. I hope you like it!

- Vi

She looked into the box again and found a small rectangular photo, framed with a silver border and linked to a chain. The picture was none other than 'Piltover's Finest'.

After the duo left the restaurant, Caitlyn immediately began her 'lesson'.

"Vi, you know you shouldn't threaten people like that."

The pinkette only laughed and crossed her arms behind her head.

"C'mon, Cupcake. You said you wanted to try the special dish, and that chef's not always here. We gotta wait for another few months before he comes back next time. You don't wanna wait that long."

Caitlyn only furrowed her eyebrows.

"I know that you did it for me, thank you, but that was still inappropriate."

Vi sighed and huffed. "Okay, okay. I promise. No next time."

The Sheriff, seems satisfied with the answer she was given and concluded her 'lesson'. Then Vi yelled for her attention again.

"Look! Cupcake! A photo booth! Let's go!"

Before Caitlyn could even voice her opinion, her partner already dragged her into the box machine. She squirmed slightly to get into a comfortable position between Vi and the booth wall as the pinkette began to insert a few coins into the slot.

"Vi, I didn't agree to this…" The Sheriff gave an unamused glare.

Of course, the look didn't even bother the Enforcer. "C'mon, Cupcake! Just a photo!"

Finding herself unable to reject such a bright smile, Caitlyn only sighed in consent. She didn't make an effort to smile, and before she knew it, Vi snatched her signature tall hat and holding it above her reach.

"Vi! Give me it back!"

"Nope!" Vi laughed merrily and leaned away to make it difficult for her partner. The photo booth began to snap shots, disregarding the event.

"Vi!" Caitlyn continuously tried to reach for her hat whilst protesting, but her attempts were futile. Vi only laughed and continued her teasing… until the beeping of her walkie-talkie caught their attention and ceased their movements. Vi pulled out her device and sighed.

"Here we go again…" She muttered under her breath.

Caitlyn saw the dropped guard and snatched her hat back. Her boss-persona also came back in full force when the hat sat perfectly on her head again.

"It's our job. Let's go."

Vi's protests and Caitlyn's sighs left the photo booth, while the photos sliding out of the machine laid untouched.

'That idiot…'

This time, she couldn't control her tears when she stared into the photo. This one was shot when Vi's teasing got the better of her. Vi's hold on her hat all the way on the opposite side of her as she tried to reach out to grab it. Her face was scrunched, mouth opened to protest, while Vi was just laughing whole-heartedly. The sight of that, reminded her that she can never hear that laugh again. The tears blurred her vision. She had so many things she wanted to say to her. She didn't even get the chance to confess. It was just three words, and she couldn't even say it until Vi can no longer hear it. Clouds of their past memories started to form again, but their final moment together stood out.

"C-Cait… Can you give me your ear? I have something to tell you…"

Caitlyn slowly leaned forward, her ear a few inches from Vi's lips.

"I'll promise... I'll make it home next time… I love y—…"

Sheriff Caitlyn spent the remaining of her life protecting the Citizens of Piltover. After the day of the tragic event, 'C' seem to have disappeared from the Earth. Without her greatest rival, guarding the laws of the city wasn't a hard task, but it sure wasn't easy. Keeping over ten thousand officers under command and enforcing absolute laws didn't let Caitlyn relax for a second. Of course, she thought of quitting many times, but one glance at Vi's laughter reminded her of what they both vowed to fight for. She now lies peacefully on a hospital bed in her final moments. Jayce, the chief in command of the force was present along with another few trusting officers. They all bowed their heads, silent for the passing of their beloved Sheriff.

Caitlyn found herself surrounded in a white mist. For once in her life, everything felt right.

A hand extends to wrap around hers. A warmth—she missed so much in her life time—spreads throughout her body. She looks up to find a familiar goofy grin.

"Cupcake, wanna grab dinner?"

Even now, Caitlyn still can't prevent herself from being dragged around by this certain pinkette.

If she was honest, she just doesn't want her to stop.

And now Caitlyn knows, this'll never stop.

Apparently, friend deemed my first chapter too sad to read and forced me to make a new chapter. Well, I'm honestly not that satisfied with the emotional coaster I attempted to create. Felt like it could have been better, but I need more experience. R&R, please. If I get enough inspiration, I may proceed to start a new story with these two characters again. I started another idea, but I just have no motivation... The struggles of writing...

Thanks for reading.