My idea of the ending of TB S7. Picks up after Sookie leaves the cemetery. I don't own any characters of AB/CH or TB

Sookie cries all the way home to her house. She is devastated with what just happened with her first love Bill. She is in pain and numb at the same time. After she finally makes it in the shower, and washes off all of Bill, she calls Jessica to let her know it is over. They agree to see each other tomorrow and have small memorial for him. She then lays down and begins to sob into her pillow. She hears a knock at the door. She throws her robe on and goes down stairs to see who it is. It is Eric. "Sookie, are you ok?" he says through the glass window door. His words barely above a whisper. She opens the door and cant control her tears as she says, "Bill is dead. He wanted me to kill him with my light, but I refused. " Eric is both shocked and mad after hearing what Bill requested. Sookie falls into Eric's arms on the porch. Eric holds her for a few minutes, stroking her wet hair and saying "Sorry Sookie, I cant believe he asked you to do that. He had no right to ask you to help him die"

Sookie replies, "I staked him instead, and then buried him in his own grave. He finally got what he wanted." Eric nods and pulls Sookie closer to him. He doesn't know what to say. He can feel Sookie, she is sad, upset, and relieved all at once.

Sookie let's go and ask Eric, "do you want to come in?" Eric stokes her cheek and looks at her earnestly. " I cannot come in tonight. I just wanted to check on you before I leave Louisiana. Pamela and I have to leave but I will come back and check on you in a few months."

Sookie ask, "where are you going?, does this have to do with Sarah Newlin and the cure? What are you going to do?"

Eric speaks in a controlled tone, " Mr. Gus and I have parted ways. Pamela and I will take Sarah Newlin with us for safe keeping" Eric grins.

Sookie decides not to ask any questions. Eric continues, " I will come back in a few months, and see how you are doing. I hope that you will now find the peace for the "normal" life you have sought for" , then Eric gently kisses her forehead. As he steps back off the porch, Sookie comes to him and hugs him. "Take care Eric, I could not stand to lose you too." Eric hugs her back and says, "Sookie Stackhouse, you will have me around for a long time, or as long as you need." Then he jump off the porch and flies into the night.

Months later, Sookie is working on her "normal" life. She has taken a job at the public library. Jason and Bridgette have decided to marry after a rather short courtship. Bridgette is pregnant. Sookie's great great fairy grandfather Niall has decided to come teach Sookie more about her gift and how to shield thoughts from others. This is helping her with a normal relationships. She has become close friends with Willa, Arlene, and Holly. Things are really good in her life and the stress of bring someone's girlfriend is no longer there. Her and Eric have talked on the phone some, and even texted. He has been a good friend to her. He listens about new job and growing family and she listens about how him and Pam are making "New Blood".

About 6 months later, Eric pays a visit to Sookie at her home. He drives up this time in a new car, it is red corvette. Sookie is astonish that he can fit his long legs into the car. Once he gets out, they embrace for a long time. "it seems like forever since you left" Sookie says into his chest. "It feels like it too" Eric whispers. They sit on the porch for hours talking about his travels and where he has been. He even tells her that he has given Fangtasia to Willa and Ginger to run now. After sitting on the swing on the porch, Sookie grabs his hand and he stands and she ask, "want to go come in?" Again Eric declines. Sookie looks confused. "Dear Sookie, if I come in tonight, I will not want to leave again. " Sookie steps forwards and kisses his lips so softly. "What if I don't want you to leave" she says.

Eric backs up and swings his hand away from hers. " I do have to leave, Pamela and I have more business to attend to overseas." He begins to walk off the porch, but turns around. Sookie looks hurt. "Don't worry Sookie, one day you will ask me that question and I will stay if you still want me to." Sookie half heartily smiles. "Until then this car is yours".

Sookie says, "I cant take your car, that is not what I want." Eric smiles and says, "please keep it for me and I will come back for it " He tosses her the keys.

Sookie walks to the steps and Eric meets her. They are even height on the steps, like they were on that first night during his "lost memories" time. Eric slow kisses her again, but Sookie wanted a deeper kiss. They kiss passionately until Eric breaks away. And he flies out once again, " Until next time Ms. Stackhouse,"

Thanks for reading . Please let me know if you would like another chapter. Reviews welcome