CH 14: Epilogue

The whole academy was in a partying mode because of their victory over AAO. True to his word, Serio did not pull Mikan into dangerous ability type in exchange for Luna's alice stone which would be enough to keep away such attacks. Mikan could not believe that she did it, and did not try to see if it was true. Who would want such alice active. She was happy with nullification.

The following days were not as much celebrating for her either. Though she was happy that none of her friends were hurt, she could not be happy. Why? Because the hell was dawning... the exams were coming, it was so cold outside, her friends were happily studying together, she did not like exams, and all such hell like reasons. Silly! right?

It's not that she did not study well enough to pass. But her past school sufferings made her to hate exams. Hotaru refused again to help her, hitting her with baka gun every time she came to ask her. Mikan did not ask others, they also had to study after all. She tried to study on her own, but could not concentrate on stupid subjects. She tried hard.

So finally when there were only 2 days left, she dragged herself to Natsume's room. She knocked on his door. Natsume opened it.

Mikan- "Please before you say no. Please. Please make these stupid subjects go into my head."

Natsume smirked and let her in, "What will I get in return?"

Mikan looked at him expectantly, "Anything, just make me write exams well and I will do anything you say."

Natsume smirked again, his face was smug, "very well. Don't back out later. Promise?"

Mikan nodded her head, "Promise"

And they studied. Natsume was a good teacher. Him explaining something would surely make it clearly understood. He was always teasing when he studied with her, making jokes on her or scolding her whenever she did wrong. The exams came and went. On the last day, as Mikan finished, her face was filled with relief and happiness. She came out jumping and ran to give Hotaru a big hug; of course Hotaru dodged it well. All the friends met in the cafe. They were all very relaxed and happy. Just then there came a Mike announcement,

"Attention Students. All students are invited for the Christmas Ball held on the Christmas Eve. Hope everyone would enjoy that. Thank you"

Mikan- "What it's already Christmas. Wow. Hurray. He he I forgot."

Hotaru- "Of course you will forget stupid. You did the same thing last year. Everyone was out their enjoying, while you were sleeping sound. And on the Christmas day you had to ask, 'Why are Santas away from their planet.' Huh, silly."

Everyone laughed. Today was December 23rd and all had to go for shopping and other things. So the girls went to Central town to buy dresses and other necessities. They told the boys that they will meet them directly at the Ball. The boys were equally excited to see their girls in their new dresses, though no one accepted. So the next day, they did not meet. The girls all met in Anna's room to get ready together. All were determined to impress their boys. They got ready and went to the ball.

The boys were seated at a table, drinking juices and joking around looking at the people dancing. Ruka was the first to notice the girls.

Ruka- "Oh my god. She is really beautiful."

And all boys looked in that direction to see the four girls coming to them. Natsume was really stunned. He knew that his Mikan was beautiful, but today she was gorgeous. She looked like an angel. Her head was bent down and she slowly walked to him behind others. The other pairs had already left by the time she came. Mikan was nervous.

Mikan- "Um Hi Natsume. You look great."

Natsume- "Well I need to match up with you. Mikan, You truly look like an angel."

A small blush crept up her face.

Natsume- "So are you going to look up or do I have to make you?"

Mikan looked up immediately to him. And her eyes got locked into his. He was really very very handsome today. Natsume caressed his hand across her cheeks. Her heart started beating fast.

Natsume- "So will you dance with me." And Mikan nodded. They went to the floor. They were just lost into each other, and danced thinking of no one around. Later they all ate their lunch and sat together to have a chat. When it was nearing midnight, Natsume stood up.

Natsume- "Well, it's almost time. Mikan let's go."

Mikan stood up confused. Strangely none of her friends stopped them or asked anything. Instead, all stood up nodding and went in different ways. Mikan held Natsume's hand still confused. He led her to their Sakura tree, and was looking at the sky.

Mikan- "Why are we here Natsume. Won't they be searching for us?"

Natsume- "None will. It is time. Merry Christmas. I love you."

At that moment, the sky around was lit with various fireworks. But Mikan could not see them, as her eyes were all for the guy kissing her. She felt a shiver of happiness as she closed her eyes, wrap her hands around him and kissed back. Natsume pressed her back to the tree and leaned on her. This was the best Christmas he ever had in all his life. After a few minutes they separated for air.

"Merry Christmas Natsume. I love you too." Mikan said blushing.

Natsume- "So are you ready to give me my wish you promised before exams?"

Mikan nodded.

Natsume smirked, "Well my demand is simple. From now on, you will spend every day and night possible with me."

Mikan blushed and looked up in shock, "No that's that's..."

"That's what. That's my wish. You don't like it?"

"I am not saying I don't like it. I am not sure if I should do that. I won't be in control anymore." Mikan said in a very low voice, blushing tomato red.

Natsume had a mocking smile on his face, "Well I can always keep up. And right now, I am not in control."

And saying that he lifted Mikan up in his arms, and carried her to his room. He could not stop his desire anymore. He kissed her all over. Mikan, though hesitant at start, could not stop herself too. She kissed him back. Both thought the same thing, 'He/she is my life. I will never let anything happen. I will always be by his/her side. I love you', and they continued their love making.

So that's all... it's over. Hope I did well. Thank you to all people who read it and reviewed it. Bye Bye.