Well, what'd you know! I cna't believe we've already reached the epilogue. I'm so happy this did well. Read the bottom part if you've reviewed. Even though I didn't reac my goal of 100 reviwes...I still love all the people that replied and all the people that don't reply and read. Thanks so much and enjoy the last chapter.
Epilogue
Trumpets sounded throughout the courtyard of the Arilean castle. People lined the path leading to the entrance, shouting and cheering. Little boys ran through the crowd, pick-pocketing as they rushed past people. Little girls had baskets of flowers in their hands and they threw the petals into the air. Petals and confetti rained from the towers as servants laughed merrily.
The courtyard had been redone after the prince returned home. The grass was neatly trim and a beautiful shade of green. Flowers littered the walls and ground, wave after wave of color. A fountain was in the middle, water crystal clear. A wind chime hung from a tree, tinkling softly in the spring breeze. In the southeast corner of the courtyard was a space specially used for bonfires that chosen friends came to on special occasions.
Near the entrance of the castle stood a group of people. On the left side were four girls. One had long blonde hair and a violet dress almost the same shade as her eyes. Next to her stood a girl with a dark blue dress and eyes a beautiful shade of cerulean. Next to her stood a tall black haired girl with tan skin and large, dark blue eyes. She wore a simple gown of dark gold. Lastly was a small, blonde haired girl with large, light blue eyes and a pink dress.
On the right stood three boys. The first had tri-colored hair and large, amethyst eyes. He wore a dress outfit that was dark crimson. The man next to him had sandy blonde hair and tan skin. His large, light purple eyes were friendly and he wore a sliver-ish outfit. The last had white hair and opal like eyes. He wore an outfit that was a lighter blue than the other girls. In the middle stood a man in a priests outfit, smiling peacefully.
Oh. What a wonderful day for a wedding!
The trumpet stopped. The people began to slowly quiet down. The girls had stopped their petal throwing. The boys had even stopped their money grabbing. Petals still floated in the air. Gently floating down to the stone path of the courtyard. All eyes turned to watch the groom quietly come out of the palace doors were the group of people stood. They bowed gracefully towards one another before sharing smiles. Well, the groom tried to.
Seto of Arilea looked almost the same as he had been four months ago. He still had his dark brown hair and pale skin. He still had that commanding aura surrounding him. He still had the same personality. Well, almost. He seemed to have softened. His eyes weren't glaciers of coldness they were…icicles. People weren't really sure if there had been a real difference.
One person knew.
And she was walking down the stone path right now.
Joseph of Sekina couldn't help but frown a little. Yes, it was beautiful out. Yes, it was he was married. Yes, he was king. Yes, his sister was getting married. But, that was the problem. She was getting MARRIED, to SETO. He sighed. He had to give in sometime. Mai had even said so.
Serenity held onto her brother's arm, fingers trembling in happiness. A white veil hid her face so she needed to use him as a guide. Her hair was hanging loosely down her back. She wore an elegantly designed white gown with some diamonds designs. Her hair had some of the petals stuck in her hair, making her look even prettier. She was smiling underneath her veil. Feeling, all eyes on her, she blushed.
When they reached the group, Joey handed her to Seto. He gave him a cold glare and a growl. Seto kept a straight face. His attention was on the hidden girl in front of him. The priest began.
Every word made her heart leap. She watched through her veil as a boy with shaggy black hair walked over. Mokuba had decided to become the ring barrier as a joke. He smirked at his brother. They were both wearing black. In his hand was a satin black pillow. Two golden rings were cushioned on the pillow. "I do," said Seto.
She stared through the veil into his eyes as the Priest recited the lines. Her heart welled up in happiness. "I do."
Seto slipped the ring onto Serenity's finger. The cool metal chilled her skin and she felt gooseflesh rising up her arms. She reached over and picked up his ring. She put it on and he held her hands. "You may now kiss the bride."
He lifted her veil and saw that she was slightly teary eyed. Her cheeks were flushed light pink, making her look adorable. He smiled, genuinely smiled. She smiled back and the two shared the kiss that they would remember forever.
Serenity leaned against the edge of the tower, looking down at the festivities. People were dancing, laughing, and having a wonderful time. Serenity felt happy just watching them. While walking up to this spot, she had seen the servants dancing as well. They attempted to bow, but she waved them off. There weren't any ranks tonight.
This spot was the first place Seto had taken her when she came to visit two weeks after the incident. He said he had visited this spot when he first got back. He said he never had come up here before. Serenity commented that it must be the view. They had come out during the daylight and you could see miles and miles away.
She looked down to see Yami spinning Anzu gracefully around the garden. They were laughing and smiling and staring deeply into each other's eyes, Serenity remembered her thoughts when they had met the Prince.
Serenity listened to the Queen tell this boy their names. He turned to them in turn bowing with his head down. When Anzu was called she could have sworn she saw a faint blush. She smiled. Anzu was red as well. Hm… Serenity thought, I wonder…
She chuckled to herself. Of course she was right. How could she mess up love? Love was something she had known all her life.
He turned around and saw Serenity still behind him. He smiled warmly at her. She smiled back and pointed for him to look around again. Turning he almost jumped. There was a pair of sharp grape colored eyes right up in his face.
Stepping back, Joey tried extremely hard not to let his mouth hang up in shock. A woman the exact same height as him was standing with her hands on her hips looking at him. She had long, wavy blonde hair and pale skin. She had red rose lips and wore white shirt, silk breeches, stockings and dress boots. She smiled at him and said something.
"Sorry, missed that," he said to the girl.
"Welcome to the Top of the Mountain Inn. I am the owner of this place. My name is Mai," she said sticking out her hand.
It was another love at first sight situation. Did she and Seto have that situation as well? It might have been. He had shown interest in her, Always watching out for her and everything. He was such a kind person.
She had missed the flag ceremony. The new Arilean flag began to blow in the wind. It was half black, half white. In the middle was a golden wolf. Other flags flew form the towers. Blue with a red phoenix on it. The other one was a checkered violet and purple with eagle carrying a sword.
Turning, she saw on her left a hill. On the hill was a tall maple tree. Underneath it were two gravestones. Seto had made them a week after they had gotten back. One of the headstones read, "Pegasus of Crishan. Finally buried with his other half."
Serenity thought of the half comment as the soul mate theory. There was one for everybody. Was Seto hers? Flashing through their journey, she knew that of course he was. He knew as well, even though he would only admit it to her. That would only matter. Hans wrapped around her waist, squeezing her gently.
She smiled and felt him whisper in her ear, "Watch the sky."
"Why not the sunset?"
"Just watch."
She watched as the sky darkened. When it was completely pitch black she gasped. Stars began blinking into existence, one by one. The two sat down and she cuddled into him, watching as the night sky became alight with stars. "It's beautiful."
The two stayed there for the rest of the night, watching the sky grow lighter and lighter.
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-Kikari