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Gina smiled, looking at her ring, watching it sparkle. Janus had told her about his origins, about 12,000 BC, about his quest to find his sister, and how he came to crash thru her roof. In turn, she had told him some about herself. Of course, she didn't want to scare him away, so she didn't mention her son's name...merely that he was royalty, and a good man, and that Janus would meet him this evening.

Janus smiled to himself, as well. Gina was still enamored with that engagement ring. After telling her so much about him, (Being careful to avoid the 'Magus' part - let's not scare the Guardian Citizen, of course) She had mentioned her son being royalty, and that he'd be joining the dinner this evening. That could only mean, in Janus' mind, that he would be in the party from Porre. Or perhaps his son had married into Marle's family, like Crono did? After all, it was known that the Zeal Royal Family were the ancestors of the Guardia Royal Family...perhaps he himself added to that unknowingly? Regardless, he sipped his ale, with the rest of the guests in attendance, as Crono stood, to give a speech...

"Ladies and Gentlemen assembled. This party this evening is to pay honor to a group of people. A group of people who followed me when I was not even married to my beautiful wife, Queen Nadia...People from all across the landscape of time itself. Friends of Guardia, Enemies of Guardia, and people who had never even HEARD of Guardia. They - ...All of us... we were children. Children who slowly became aware of horrible things in our future and past...and who chose to fight it...even when, years from now, it would have crushed the finest militaries of our world. I propose a toast... to the following distinguished men and women...

To Lucca...my childhood friend. An inventor. A Woman of Science, and head of the country's Orphanage. The true brains of our merry little band.

To Queen Nadia, who's love kept me going even when things seemed bleakest. Whom picked us each up, when we were down, and healed our wounds, mentally and physically.

To Robo. The Automaton of the future...Lucca's assistant in our own time. Even not of our kind, he gave of himself, time and time again, to ensure humanity's future was bright, and peaceful.

To Glenn. Guardian Knight. Devoted to his country with a solid will. Protector of Queen Leene, 400 years ago. Indeed, the same Knight whom directly aided in preserving Queen Nadia's life, when we first began our time traveling.

To Ayla, our Ancient Ancestor. We could not have repaired the legendary sword 'Masamune' without her guidance to find it's materials. Our protector in times long past... As well as being able to drink more Poi than any of us assembled here, on a good day!"

The assembled people chuckled, Ayla herself grinning, as Crono continued,

"and to Janus Zeal. Enemy of Guardia 400 years ago. But redeemed, thru leading us directly to Lavos...so that we could kill it. And thus safeguard the future of ALL people one this world, human and mystic alike!"

Janus stood, as Crono finished, and spoke, "Crono...may I speak a moment?"

Crono nodded, smiling, and took a seat, "Gladly, Magus"

At that, Gina's jaw dropped, slightly. THE Magus? Who traveled with her darling son?? Her mind reeled, as Janus spoke...

"...Guardian history remembers me as a monster. Leader of the Mystics in a violent and demoralizing war with your people. I was not but a General...following the orders of my leader, before Crono came along. I was... arrogant...so arrogant. Believed myself invincible. They came, and saw me attempting to summon Lavos. They fought me, and stopped me. They didn't know I was trying to kill Lavos. So, as best they knew, they were protecting Guardia. And I joined them. Only thru them could I possibly hope to crush Lavos. And, together, we did. And afterwords, I tried to locate a member of my family...whom had been missing, as a result. In that search, Guardia provided another example to me, of goodness. I entered a gate that dropped me in Guardia 20 years ago...but about 100 feet up. I was badly injured. With my past...my description...I could likely have been killed. But no. One of your own rescued me...healed me...showed me unconditional kindness. And in return I did something awful. I gave her a son, and then continued on my search. Another portal eventually brought me to this time. This day. And despite what I did...she was willing to forgive me...and accept my proposal of marriage. I can only hope I am given more opportunities to safeguard this country, and this world, in the future..."

Crono smiled, thinking to himself. So Magus had found this mysterious girlfriend after all, and they were going to get hitched. And he had a son in this time somewhere? ...Poor brat.

Janus continued, "...so I would like to thank her, in front of you all, for accepting me back into her life." Janus grabbed Gina's hand, and lifted her from her seat, and kissed her, passionatly

Crono's jaw dropped as his brain went completly blank. Magus was going to marry his mother?? Wait...

Crono stood up, flabbergasted, "You...her...me..??"

Janus frowned, looking at Crono, "Huh?"

Gina giggled, slightly, and motioned to Crono, "Janus, honey...that's our son. Crono."

And now Janus' mind ground gears, momentarily, as it processed this information. He then walked over to Crono, and just...looked at him

Lucca was covering her face, trying her hardest not to laugh her head off.

Queen Nadia blinked, and muttered, "If somebody calls me Queen Zeal the Second, I swear to God..."

Glenn couldn't have looked more shocked if Cyrus arose from the dead, walked into the room, took a seat, and started eating

Robo sat there impassivly. But whirring noises could be heard as new information was being appended to his biographical information on his friends

Ayla looked from Janus to Crono, blinked thrice, then held her head, shaking it, "Ow. Ayla Break Brain."

Janus finally spoke, "...Welcome to the Zeal family..."

Queen Nadia groaned, and facepalmed. Might as well change the royal registry at this point.

Crono just thought to himself, Poor Me Indeed.

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Well, that's all she wrote! First fanfic I've ever completed. R&R, yo?