OK, Last Chapter…And you know what goes here…the standard disclaimer…Don't Own Ben10….cause if I did, would I be writing fanfiction about the characters? I mean, really…..

The sun shone bright on Thursday, the final day of their Big Apple vacation. Tonight, Kevin was going to take Gwen to see 'Wicked', and they would have dinner in Times Square before the show. Ben was in the front yard, washing his car. Kevin came up to him and said, "Hey, dude. I'm going to this show to make Gwen happy. That's it."

Ben asked, "And why are you telling me this?"

Kevin said, "So you don't get any ideas. And It's gonna be just the two of us."

Ben said, "That's fine. After a week of seeing the sights, I could use a little 'downtime'. Not to mention get some more 'Julie time', too."

Kevin walked inside, and saw Gwen sitting on the couch. "Hey. The show starts at 8:00 tonight. But I'd figure we could check out Times Square, grab something to eat." Kevin said.

Gwen replied, "Yeah? Just the two of us? Like a date?"

Kevin said, "Yeah. Like a date. Besides, we should have some 'alone time', too."

It was a quarter to 6:00 pm, and Kevin came out, wearing a blue dress shirt and black slacks. Ben said, "Wow, Kev. Looking sharp. This date must be really important for you."

Kevin said, "if you only knew, Tennyson. Where's Gwen?"

"Julie's helping her put on her 'finishing touches'" Ben replied.

At that moment, Julie came out, and announced, "Here she is-Miss Gwen Tennyson." And Gwen came out, wearing a black, spaghetti-strap gown. She came up to Kevin and said, "Shall we?" And they walked out to his car, and headed into the city.

Kevin said, "You look really good, Gwen." Gwen replied, "So do you, Kevin. Where is my handsome, dashing rogue?"

Kevin smirked, then said, "He's still here- just wearing nice clothes." The drove into Manhattan, headed for Times Square. They walked the streets, taking in the sights of all the electronic billboards and ads. They finally decided on a casual restaurant to dine at, setting down at about 7:00 pm to eat. During dinner, Kevin kept stealing glances at Gwen. She's so pretty…no, pretty doesn't do it justice…she's like…an angel…

Gwen noticed this, and said, "Kevin! What's wrong? Why are you staring at me like that?"

Kevin replied, "Huh? I was staring? Sorry, I was just thinking….nothing really important…"

They trailed off into silence, enjoying their meal before going to the show.

They got to the box office and paid for their tickets for the show. They went inside the Gershwin Theatre and looked at the posters for the upcoming shows. The soon found their seats, and waited for the show to start.

Soon, they were enraptured by the play-detailing the lives of Glinda, the Good Witch and Elfalba, her friend who would become the Wicked Witch. Kevin stole another glance at Gwen, and thought, She's like the Good Witch…using her gift to help others…Kevin returned his attention to the play, in case Gwen caught him again…

The play came to an end, and Gwen and Kevin left the theatre and walked back through Times Square. Gwen marveled, "Wow! It's so much more beautiful when it's night, and the lights are on."

Kevin remarked, "I could say the same for you. Gwen, to me, you are something so special…I'm glad I got to spend tonight with you." He leaned forward, and kissed her. She wrapped her arms around his neck, and the kiss deepened. They broke apart, and Kevin said, "Well, milady. Shall we retire home?"

Gwen replied, "Yes, good sir. Let us make haste."

As they opened the door, they saw Ben and Julie on the couch-Ben was sleeping, and Julie was sitting on his lap, sleeping with her head on his chest. They were both covered with a blanket, and Ms. Levin was sitting in a chair, quietly watching TV. She saw Kevin and Gwen, and made a shushing sound. Quietly, Ms. Levin said, "They looked so cute sleeping there, I didn't want to wake them."

Kevin said, "Well, he's gonna need some rest. We gotta head back to Bellwood tomorrow."

Ms. Levin said, "Well, it was wonderful having you all."

Gwen said, "And it was wonderful being here. You're an excellent hostess."

Kevin said, "Let's get to bed. I wanna get plenty of rest before our return trip."

As they got into the bedroom, Kevin and Gwen removed their clothes. Soon, they were in their sleepware. Kevin got into the bed, and Gwen followed. She lay on top of Kevin, and rested her head on his chest. "Kevin…did you mean what you said tonight?" Gwen asked.

Kevin answered, "I meant every word. You aren't pretty to me….you're not even beautiful…"

Gwen listened, trying to determine what Kevin was going to say.

"…to me, words can't describe it. The closest thing I can think of is 'angel'. It's like you came to me when I was in a dark place…and you showed me…that I can be a better person...I can't forget that…or that I love you, Gwen Tennyson."

Gwen replied, "That's such a corny line…even if it is true. I knew there was something about you….I had always felt bad for you and the rough life you had….but I never told anyone….like Ben. Could you imagine how he'd act? But I knew if I could find you again, I would do whatever I could to save you from the darkness…and yeah, I love you too, Kevin Levin."

They both fell asleep, and dreamed of a world of only each other.

The next day, at about 10:00 am, after breakfast and repacking their things into the cars, everyone gave Ms. Levin a hug. Kevin said, "Thanks for everything, Mom."

Ms. Levin said, "Kevin, you know you'll always be welcome home. Even if you've been bad."

Kevin smiled, and said, "All right, guys! Back to Bellwood!"

Both cars pulled out of the driveway, and headed onto the highway. As Kevin looked back, he saw a woman-one who loved him even bit as the one beside him-waving farewell.

The trip back was uneventful, and they finally arrived back at Kevin's garage. Ben said, "I'm going to take Julie home. Her parents are gonna love the pix we took."

Kevin said, "Even the one at the 'Kissing Post"?", smirking as he said it.

Ben said, "Even that one." After Ben left, Kevin was with Gwen. "Well, I guess you want to go back home, too" he said.

Gwen replied, "Yeah, I do. But later. Right now-all I want is you." She leaned into him, and kissed him. He returned the kiss, enjoying the passion being born from the woman who loved him…and that brings this vacation to a close…