AN= This is the chapter that everyone is waiting for! Trust me, I waited for this too. This chapter is going to be long so hang on to your seats! (And yes, I typed this from scratch after updating chapter 5 yesterday)
I was wondering if an epilogue would be good and I'm still considering so leave me a review if you want an epilogue! (I already think I do have an idea of what I'll type if there was an epilogue.)
Okay enough rambling, I don't own Winx Club, just this plot and I hope you enjoy this chapter! Tell me what you think in the review section!
Shoutout to adanethel for the constructive and supportive reviews! Thank you!
[Narrator's POV]
Musa was at the Music Café playing her guitar when Roxy walked in.
It had been a week since Morgana told her and Roxy that Nabu will be sent to them in three weeks time.
'I was thinking that at Daphne's Baby shower, we could introduce Nabu to Aisha alone.' Musa said as Roxy took a seat in front of her.
'That's a great idea, Musa.' Roxy said with a smile before continuing, 'But I feel like we have to keep him up to date on the three years he missed out.'
'Yeah, I guess we have to make a trip one day to talk to him and tell him everything.' Musa said.
'Tell who everything?' A voice sounded which caused Musa and Roxy to jump.
The figure revealed to be Riven who looked at Musa.
'Roxy..' Musa said and Roxy got the cue and she quickly left immediately.
'Riven, how much did you hear?' Musa asked as she looked directly into his eyes.
'Everything. So...Nabu is alive?' Riven said and leaned on a wall.
'He has always been alive just in a comatose state.' Musa answered and felt some mysterious tension forming.
Riven was about to turn to go out when Musa caught his arm with two of her hands.
'Riven.'
Riven turned his head and saw Musa's eyes.
'We can't tell anyone. You need to keep it a secret. That's Morgana's orders. It's for the safety of Nabu.' Musa explained to Riven, her fair hands still on his arm.
'That was something I wanted to tell you when I first went to see Nabu a month ago, when you just returned.' Musa went on explaining.
'One month ago, they said there were signs of brainwave activity and that his body had stabilised and his chance of waking up was high. I wanted to tell you because I knew Nabu was a good friend to you.' Musa said.
Riven released his arm gently from Musa and embraced her tightly.
'Thank you, Musa.' Riven said and he could feel her arms wrap around him.
Musa's head rested against his chest and she inhaled his scent. 'I really missed his embrace.' Musa thought.
When the two finally broke apart, Musa looked up to him before saying, 'As I was saying to Roxy, I want to make a trip down to Tir Nan Org one day, sit down with Nabu to keep him up to date. Do you wanna come along?'
Riven gave a nod and a smile.
'What are you planning for Aisha though?' Riven asked curiously, folding his arms across his chest.
'A happy reunion...' Musa said and paused. She shortly continued, saying, 'and maybe, if Nabu wants, he can re-propose to her.'
'That's a nice idea.' Riven said.
'They've been separated for so long. My heart aches for them.' Musa said and placed a hand on her heart.
'If Roy goes with Tressa, and Aisha and Nabu, what about the Paladin Nex?' Riven cocked his head to the side.
'You'll see during Daphne's Baby shower.' Musa said and gave a wink to Riven before laughing.
'Her laughs are getting to me again.' Riven thought as he couldn't help but smile watching her laugh.
He saw the guitar Musa was playing and picked it up and started strumming.
Musa stopped laughing and focused her attention on him.
'Your guitar skills are still good.' Musa said as she observed him. To Musa, there was something captivating about watching Riven play the guitar.
'It used to be better.' Riven said before laughing. Musa walked to a keyboard and followed his chords and keys.
The keyboard and guitar blended in so well that it brought their mini duet to a whole new level.
When they finished, Riven and Musa looked at each other before smiling.
'Music does bring people closer together.' Musa thought with a grin as she recounted saying that on the radio show.
{A few days later}
Musa, Roxy and Riven just arrived Alfea from Tir Nan Org. They visted Nabu and Nebula and told whatever happened in the past 3 years to Nabu.
'I thought he couldn't handle it but he was great! He's brain seems really healthy.' Roxy commented to Musa and Riven as they were walking in to Alfea.
'We have to lower down our voices now.' Riven said as he saw some fairies eyeing them.
Musa and Roxy nodded.
The Specialists and the other Winx girls were in the Winx's lounge, helping Daphne prepare the baby shower.
As Musa, Roxy and Riven walked past Daphne's room, Daphne ran across the room and started puking in a bin.
Musa, Roxy and Riven quickly rushed over. Musa rubbed Daphne's back to help her feel better.
Roxy handed some tissues to Daphne to wipe her mouth.
'Thanks, Musa and Roxy.' Daphne said after she managed to catch her breath.
As Daphne was relatively skinny before she was pregnant, it was hard to tell how many months pregnant.
'The problems we face just to continue the survival of mankind.' Musa said and shook her head. 'Guys have it much easier.' Roxy said and laughed.
'Almost right.' Riven said and Daphne chuckled before saying in a reassuring tone, 'Thanks guys, you guys should go off now. I'll be fine.'
After Musa, Roxy and Riven bid Daphne farewell, they headed to the Winx lounge to help with the planning of the baby shower.
{2 days before the Baby Shower}
A spaceship landed in Domino.
The Winx (including Roxy), the Specialists, Paladins and Daphne stepped out of the ship and saw the Domino Palace.
They took 3 days off to help prepare for the Baby Shower.
'The Royal guards will show you to where you will stay.' Bloom said with a smile.
Once the Winx, Specialists and Paladins got ready they began setting up and decorating.
As Bloom and Flora observed from afar, Musa and Riven were really happy working together.
'Riven, you're hanging the streamers too high.' Musa said as she looked at Riven.
'It's not high, it's proportionate to the space.' Riven said and continued tying the streamer in place.
'Why don't you take a step down, take another step back and see everything?' Musa raised an eyebrow.
'Oh no...are they going to quarrel?' Bloom muttered to Flora as they were arranging flower bouquets on the reception table.
'I hope not.' Flora said as her hands stopped moving, her eyes focused on Riven and Musa.
'Musa, you pulled the streamer a bit too much' Riven started to comment and continued, 'and I did place the streamer a little too high.'
'Told you so.' Musa said and raised her eyebrows. 'Yes, Miss always-right.' Riven joked and Musa gave a fake glare.
Musa and Riven laughed it off before continue working.
'Their relationship might work out well this time' Bloom told Flora after witnessing the scene.
'I'll bet my flowers on them.' Flora said and laughed.
'Hey, have you guys seen Nex?' Thoren said as he approached Bloom. 'No, Thoren, we didn't see him.' Bloom replied him.
'That's funny...' Thoren muttered and scratched his head.
'Wait, where's Roxy?' Sky asked.
Bloom and Flora exchanged looks.
'It can't be..' Bloom said with amazement and Flora nodded before saying, 'Oh gosh...'
Thoren laughed and told Bloom, Flora and Sky, 'It's about time...Nex isn't that young anymore.'
'How old is he?' Brandon who heard their conversation, asked.
'He's about a year younger than Aisha.' Thoren said. 'That makes him two years older than Roxy.' Flora counted.
'That's not too bad an age gap!' Bloom smiled and laughed.
{Day of the Baby Shower}
Many people from Domino streamed in to congratulate the First Princess and her husband of their firstborn.
'Thank you all for coming here today. I'm super excited to announce that I'm 5 months pregnant.' Daphne said into the microphone. Thoren stood beside her, holding tightly to her hand.
'I want to thank the Winx, Specialists and Paladins for this Baby Shower. Help yourself to the food and don't forget to take part in some games!' Daphne said and gave a bow.
Everyone in the palace clapped excitedly.
Marion and Oritel were tearing up.
'Oh Marion...we're going to be grandparents already.' Oritel said and hugged Marion.
'Yes...we're getting old.' Marion said and chuckled slightly.
'But you two still look as young as ever.' Bloom told her parents with a smile.
When everyone was busy having fun and socialising, Roxy, Musa and Riven sneaked out and teleported to Tir Nan Org.
'Good afternoon, Nabu is all ready. He's waiting there.' Nebula said as they appeared. Roxy nodded and Musa and Riven gave a bow before going to Nabu.
'Nabu!' Riven said and gave Nabu a bro-hug.
'It feels so foreign. I feel alive again. I can't wait to see Aisha.' Nabu said and lightly hugged Musa and Roxy.
'Thank you so much for helping me.' Nabu continued thanking.
'Thank you, Morgana.' Nabu said and thanked Morgana.
'I should be the one thanking you. You act of sacrifice to close the abyss created by the Black Circle saved all earth fairies. Helping you get back was the least I could do.' Morgana replied Nabu.
'Off you go now, children, I'm sure Aisha would be very happy to see you.' Morgana continued before she walked over to Roxy and pecked her forehead.
When Roxy, Musa, Riven and Nabu got back, the garden was deserted.
'Thank goodness.' Roxy said. 'Riven, you'll stay here with Nabu while we convince Aisha to come with us.' Musa said and Riven nodded.
As soon as Musa and Roxy went to the palace, Riven turned to Nabu, 'What do I do, Nabu?'
Nabu gave a chuckle.
'Isn't it obvious?' Nabu replied Riven.
'What do I do?' Riven asked again and sighed.
'Riven, just follow what your heart wants. Your heart never goes wrong.' Nabu told Riven.
Nabu continued on, 'Riven, you've always love her and you will always do. So why are you so afraid of past mistakes? Musa told me that someone placed a spell on you that changed you. So it wasn't your fault.'
'Yeah but still, what if I can't be her boyfriend and a Specialist for her. I don't want to hurt her feelings by accident again.' Riven said to Nabu and buried his head in his hands.
'Love always hurts, but it brings more happiness than hurt. Do what makes the both of you happy. You know what I'm talking about so go for it.' Nabu said with a smile.
Riven looked up to where he last saw Musa.
'I shall not be a coward and run away from this.' Riven thought with determination in his eyes.
- Domino Palace -
Roxy and Musa scanned the place for Aisha.
'She's hard to find..' Roxy panted and she straightened out her romper.
'Let's try the dance floor!' Musa said and pointed to a direction. Musa and Roxy took off after a nod from Roxy.
'So, tell me about you and Nex..' Musa asked Roxy as they ran.
'Musa...' Roxy said is disbelief. How could Musa asked such a question while finding Aisha.
'Alright, you can answer that later.' Musa laughed.
When they reach the dance floor, they saw Aisha dancing like a boss.
Musa wormed her way through and started dragging Aisha out.
'Woah! Musa! What's with the drag?' Aisha said as she was pulled out of the dance floor.
'We need you to come with us, it's important.' Musa told Aisha.
'In the middle of Daphne's Baby shower. Great.' Aisha said with some sarcasm.
'Roxy, Musa, please lead the way.' Aisha said casually but was pulled by Roxy and Musa.
'Trust us, you'll be really happy and euphoric really shortly.' Roxy said excitedly.
'I hope that's true!' Aisha said with a chuckle.
They stopped running when they were about to enter the garden.
'Aisha, we need to cover your eyes. Roxy will lead you.' Musa told Aisha.
'Cover my eyes? What for?' Aisha laughed but Musa had her hands covering Aisha's eyes.
'It'll probably be the best day ever.' Roxy said and started leading Aisha.
When three figures entered the garden, Nabu's eyes were focused solely on Aisha.
Riven's eyes were obviously focused on Musa's.
When Musa let go of her hands, Nabu was standing only inches away from Aisha.
When Aisha opened her eyes, she almost fainted.
'N-N-N-Na-Na' Aisha's eyes were wide and she had problems articulating his name.
'My name is Nabu, and I'm back to be with you for the rest of your life.' Nabu said with a smile.
Nabu's smile instantly sparked Aisha's next move.
Aisha threw her arms over Nabu and her tears started forming.
'Oh, Nabu, I missed you so much.' Aisha told Nabu, in between her sobs.
'I've missed you too, my dear Aisha.' Nabu said to Aisha and hugged her tighter.
Musa, Riven and Roxy scooted out of the garden to leave the long-lost lovers to reunite.
'That was so touching and romantic.' Musa said as she wiped her tears away.
'I teared up too!' Roxy said and dried her tears away.
'Hey Roxy!' A recognizable voice called out.
Roxy looked up amd smiled before walking towards Nex.
'What? How?' Riven asked as Nex and Roxy walked off together.
'Fate.' Musa said dreamily before walking back to the baby shower.
But before Musa could even take a step forward, a strong arm prevented her from walking any further.
'Musa, we need to talk.' Riven said and pulled her gently to some where they could talk in private.
Musa was taken aback by Riven's action that she didn't utter a word and let her be pulled by him.
- In the garden -
Aisha and Nabu continued standing there, pulling each other tighter in their embrace.
Aisha truly and deeply missed him. Her feelings might have confused by two other guys but ultimately she know she would love Nabu anyday.
'You're okay now...how did Morgana fix you up?' Aisha said, her eyes still filled with tears.
Nabu used his thumb and wiped the tears away before answering her question, 'She used the White Circle to reverse the effects of the Black Circle.'
'Nabu, how did you know whatever happened in the past 3 years then?' Aisha asked, her arms still around Nabu tightly.
'Musa, Riven and Rxy came to Tir Nan Org last week and helped me.' Nabu answered her again.
'They knew you were alive?' Aisha asked, her voice laced with some hurt.
'Yes, they knew. I didn't want you to know yet because I want to give you a surprise.' Nabu said with a smile.
But before Aisha can do anything, Nabu grabbed her chin gently and placed his lips on hers.
Aisha was taken aback but she felt her lips smiling as she and Nabu kissed.
When they were done with their kiss and pulled apart, Aisha looked at Nabu in the eye and said, 'Don't ever leave me again. Understand?'
'Understand and will you marry me?' Nabu said and got down on one knee with a ring.
Aisha was once again surprised but she smiled widely before saying, 'Even after a 1000 years, I will still say yes.'
Nabu and Aisha hugged once again.
There were no words to describe Aisha's euphoria.
- Along the corridor -
'So Roxy...' Nex said awkwardly and Roxy turned her head to him.
'We've been dating for 3 months now and..' Nex continued on. By now, they were stationary and Roxy was facing him directly.
'And?' Roxy asked curiously. Roxy had no idea where this was going to go because she had never had a boyfriend.
'I think, we should go official. Will you be my girlfriend?' Nex finally said it out after some silence.
Roxy's jaw dropped. 'What am I supposed to do now?' Roxy asked Nex.
Nex and Roxy continued staring at each other.
'You should know that I have no experience in this and I don't watch dramas or know people who are in relationships...' Roxy said awkwardly.
'Okay, Nex, you need to do this in another way now..' Nex thought to himself before clearing his throat.
'Roxy,' Nex said and Roxy look directly to his face again.
'Do you like me?' Nex continued.
Roxy turned away and gave a shy nod. Nex had a smile on.
'Since we both like each other, do you want to be a couple?' Nex suggested.
'Sure..' Roxy said with another awkward smile.
As soon as Nex heard her answer and saw her smile, he extended his arms and threw her up in the air.
'NEX!' Roxy cried as she was suddenly lifted up in the air. Nex caught her and laughed. Roxy couldn't help but laugh as well.
- Rooftop garden -
Riven lead Musa up to this place.
Riven discovered this place when he was decorating the place for the Baby shower.
'Riven..' Musa said gently and Riven turned to look at Musa.
'Why did you bring me here?' Musa asked and her head tilted to the right.
'We need to talk.' Riven said and faced her. Musa knew immediately what it was going to be.
'Musa, we both know we love each other and we know we're fated.' Riven continued.
'Riven, please I don't think it's the right time.' Musa said and was feeling uncomfortable. Musa wasn't feeling uncomfortable because of what Riven said. She was uncomfortable because Riven managed to read her heart.
'We have been on and off and then there was the real break. But here we are.' Riven said.
Musa couldn't take it any longer.
Musa stepped closer and placed her lips on Riven, her arms wrapped around his head and neck. Riven pulled her closer and tighter as the kiss deepened.
'Fine,' Musa said and continued, 'we'll try again.'
'We'll make it work this time.' Riven said and pecked her forehead. Musa wrapped her arms around Riven and she closed her eyes.
Her heart was filled with unspeakable joy.
I need another chapter. So in the next chapter, there will be Chapter 7 and an EPILOGUE! (do I hear cheers? Just kidding haha)
I'm sorry if the Roxy and Nex was out of context but I thought it will be a cute scene.
Yes, I finally got Nabu back and Musa-Riven are back (only in my story) but I hope it can reduce the heartache of having such bad writing or Nabu and Musa-Riven couple in the Original plot.
Like I said, I'll finish this story before January ends so stay tuned!
Once again, I hope you enjoyed the chapter and leave a review ya? See you soon!
