So here it is, the final chapter. I know it has taken me a long time to write this story and I'm sorry for that.

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As always, I want to thank Ethelfreda, who corrected this chapter.


"Julia! What a nice surprise!" Emily watched Dr. Ogden enter the morgue "To what do I owe the pleasure of seeing you here today? I thought you were with Detective Murdoch, who did not show up today at work, and that you are celebrating your... your case,... your case's happy conclusion" Dr. Grace looked down to hide her true feelings.

"I am so sorry, Emily. I know this must be difficult for you now. If there's anything I can do..."

"No Julia, thank you" the young woman sighed. "It is I who chose that awful charmer over George and it is I who must pay for it now." Doctor Grace took a big breath and forced a smile on her face. " But you still have not told me what brings you here. I must say you're glowing!"

"I'm simply happy this ordeal is finally over. Anyway, I've just been to the Station to return James Gillies files that I'd... well, stolen them some time ago. While I was there I ran into the Inspector and he told me he wanted to see you."

Julia and William agreed, that Dr. Grace should learn the news with the others and Julia had come to the morgue to bring her to the Station House without rising any suspicions.


„Murdoch!" exclaimed Brackenreid when he saw the Detective entering the Station House "Bloody hell, it's almost eleven, I thought you wouldn't show up today!"

"Well sir, I..."

"It's all right me old mucker. Technically you still have some vacation days, but both Margaret and I were sure you wouldn't let yourself rest" Brackenreid chuckled. "We have another murder and a robbery. I was almost too busy to notice your absence, but it's good to have you back Murdoch" and Inspector patted his friend on a shoulder.

"Actually sir, I was hoping I can have this day free as planned... "

"Oh! Certainly you can..." Brackenreid eyed the Detective suspiciously "What's going on Murdoch? You never take time off unless you are very ill or have some businesses with Doctor Ogden!"

"Yes sir, and this time..."

"Bloody hell Murdoch! I was so busy this morning I forgot about yesterday! Did you ask her?!"

"I did Inspector" William smiled. This time he was not at all displeased with his superior's interest in his love life. "And that is in a way the reason I came here. I'm only waiting for... Good Morning Doctor Grace, Doctor Ogden" Murdoch greeted two young Doctors who have just entered the building.

"Good Morning Inspector, Detective. How can I help you Inspector" asked Dr. Grace

"I am sorry Doctor, but it's actually Julia and I who wanted you here" said Murdoch to the young, surprised doctor and then continued loudly. "Everyone quiet please! I'd like to say something."

All of the constables came closer and looked at Detective with curiosity. Julia, who took a place near Emily, was trying not to show her excitement. Brackenreid was smiling under his moustache. He was the only one who knew Murdoch was going to propose, making him the only one who knew what was going to happen. William smiled and glanced at Julia, and then he began.

"Yesterday I asked Dr. Ogden to marry me" Detective outstretched hand towards his fiancée, who meanwhile took off her gloves, exposing a beautiful ring on her left hand. William took Julia's hands in his and the couple smiled at each other tenderly. Then, Murdoch continued. "She said yes and we intend to marry within the next few weeks! You are all invited to the wedding!"

The last sentence was barely heard as all of the lads (and Dr. Grace too) were cheering loudly. The Inspector first to pat the Detective on his back.

"About bloody time Murdoch! Had you waited a few weeks longer, I'd have asked her on your behalf!" They both laughed and Brackenreid gave his congratulations to Dr. Ogden. The next thing William saw was constable Crabtree coming towards him with a huge grin.

"I'm so glad for you sir! More than I can say. I wish you all the best!"

"Thank you very much, George. " replied Murdoch hugging him. "I hope you will find your happiness too, now, that our mutual enemy has been charged."

"I hope so too sir," Constable's face became serious for a second "but for now your happiness makes me happy enough. If I may say so sir, it has always seemed to me, that you and Doctor Ogden were created for each other."

"Yes George, as I once told you, I've always felt she was the one for me."

Constable Crabtree smiled to himself hoping he knew exactly what his superior meant.

George's congratulation were followed by those from Higgins and soon all of the members of Station No.4 rushed to wish the happy couple all the best.


"So a whole month, then" said Dr. Ogden with a sigh after they left William's church.

"Well Julia, I think after all those years a month shouldn't be a big difference."

"Do not pretend you are not disappointed that the wedding couldn't be arranged faster, William. Your poor priest almost thought we have to marry after all your insistence that ceremony should be held as soon as possible" laughed Julia.

"Julia, I must ask you something" said Detective after a while. "Are you feeling uneasy about getting married in a Catholic church? I know you've never been very religious and you were raised as a Protestant, not a Catholic."

"No, I'm not William. Firstly, I want to marry you and I don't mind if it's in church, court or a barn, as long as you are the groom. Secondly..." Julia stopped and looked at her fiancé "I've changed William. I'm not saying I am a devout Catholic but... You probably don't know this, but when I was imprisoned for Darcy's murder and Emily told me you had gone missing I prayed for you and I believe the Lord answered my prayers. I don't know if I'll ever be a member of any church, but I have nothing against them... I'm even glad we're marrying in church. And the fact that it's Catholic not Protestant does not make any difference for me."

William didn't say anything. He just kissed her hands and looked at her with loving gratitude. They walked in silence for a few minutes simply enjoying each other's company. William was the first to break the silence.

"We must pick the best man and the maid of honour soon and I daresay the choice won't be the easy one..."

"I know I want Emily as a maid of honour. She was so happy when you announced we are to be married. Ruby may not be here on time and she was my maid of honour when I married Darcy... I just want our wedding to be different from my previous one."

"I know what you mean Julia. But what am I to do with the best man? If George and Dr. Grace were still a couple, the choice would be easier. But even then, shouldn't I ask the Inspector since he is my superior? On the other hand George was always more concerned about our happiness" Murdoch sighed.

"I understand your difficulty William, but I don't know what to tell you. Nevertheless there are many other things we have to arrange before our wedding."

"I know Julia. Wedding reception, rings, a honeymoon perhaps..." added Murdoch teasingly.

"That would be very nice Detective!" Julia was positively surprised that her fiancé was prepared to take another holiday so soon. "We will solve all those mysteries together like we used to do. But we can leave them until tomorrow and now, let us simply enjoy our walk."

"As you wish my love" answered William.

That was the first of many times he addressed her like that. She caressed his cheek and they kissed tenderly. Then, they walked away enjoying the first day of their engagement.

THE END


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