Willow sat quietly by herself with her lighter, flicking it on and off, looking up at the starlit sky that accompanied the full moon. The last few days had been wonderful. Wilson was back and while it was interesting working with William and Maxwell they were doing what they could. Overall, the best thing was Wilson being back, that's all she cared about. He was leading the camp again, he was accompanying them on hunting trips, he… he was there. Right where he should be.

It's been like a dream. He's back and he's healthy. Willow smiled to herself. What else could she ask for? Wilson was still himself.

Though it was amusing to say the least when he and Wigfrid had to chase their latest animal companion out of the drying rack area.

Though I wonder why he wanted to meet with me in private tonight. Usually we go hunting on nights like this but… I guess he has something tell me.

Soon, Wilson appeared, holding something behind his back.

"Sorry if I kept you waiting." He smiled sheepishly.

"Nah, you're fine." She smiled warmly, patting the spot next to her. Wilson nodded, sitting beside her.

"Thank you kindly."

"Anytime. So, you wanted to talk to me about something?"

"Yes." Wilson sighed before revealing what was behind his back, showing it was a small pack of firecrackers."First, a gift for me being an idiot and leaving everyone behind. I know these are your favorite."

Willow's eyes lit up as a grin came to her face. "Ooo!" She took them, looking them over "Colorful too." She laughed. "Consider yourself forgiven. Thanks."

"You're welcome." Wilson ran a hand through his hair. "Willow… I… wanted to talk to you about something important. During my solo travels I saw a lot of things. Terrifying things, including my near end. It got me thinking about some things. Things I thought I was going to regret."

Willow frowned, bringing an arm around him. She could see a haunted look in his eyes as he looked down.

"You can tell me anything. I want you to know that."

Wilson looked to her, a small smile on his face.

"Good." He closed his eyes. "Willow… I… I found my way to the place Maxwell was residing. His throne room. He was pinned to it. I don't know why I took pity on him but I set him free and… in exchange I wound on that throne and then…" He clenched his chest a little. "The night monster… she… she came for me. She nearly killed me. So many thoughts ran through my head as she started shocking me. The fact I abandoned everyone. That I never found my way home… You."

Willow's eyes widened as she touched his shoulder gently. "Wilson, you didn't mean to."

"Willow, I was a bloody fool for doing what I did. And to think… I could've lost it on there."

"But you're here now You're okay… You're… You're alive." Willow lowered her head. "That's all I care about. You're not dead. I was so scared I'd never see you again. You… You promised you wouldn't die on me… that… that you wouldn't leave me."

Wilson frowned, tipping her chin up.

"And trust me, I'm kicking myself for doing that to you. Willow… I… I'm so sorry. You have no idea how much you mean to me."

Willow's eyes grew misty as she gazed into his eyes. She brought her hand up, cupping his cheek.

"And you mean a lot to me, Wilson. You mean so much to everyone but… especially me. It was just us at first. Just you and me and this crazy world."

"Then the others came with time." Wilson placed his hand over hers. "But Willow… I… I've been meaning to tell you this but… out of everyone you… you have had the most impact on me. I didn't think much of it at first but as time went on, I found that whenever I was with you that my heart… it… it would just start pounding. I felt a need to be close to you… to do anything to make sure you were happy." Wilson closed his eyes. "I swear if I didn't know better I would think my heart was on fire at times."

She felt her face heat up at this, her face growing red. "Wilson..." She whispered. "Y-You mean that?"

"Every word of it." Wilson gazed into her eyes. "I really don't know how to explain it Willow but… just know, I care for you very deeply and will do anything to make sure that you can be happy."

Willow nodded, gazing into his eyes. "And I care for you Wilson. I want to be by your side. I want to see you smile. I want to hear you laugh."

Wilson's cheeks flushed a little red.

"Willow…"

"I mean that."

Wilson smiled, finding himself leaning in closer.

"Thank you… Willow… I… I think what I'm trying to say is… I…"

Willow leaned in closer, her eyes lighting up.

"You..?"

"I…" Wilson felt the words getting caught in throat. "I…" He closed his eyes and before he knew it his lips locked with Willow's.

Willow's eyes widened before she relaxed closing her eyes, leaning into it.

Wilson pulled back gently, somehow finding himself relaxed, gazing at Willow, even if his heart was pounding at a hundred beats per minute.

"Willow…" He said, practically whispered. "I love you."

Willow's heart was going a mile a minute as she gazed at him. Her eyes were a lit with warmth and joy.

"I love you too." She whispered, touching her forehead to his.

Wilson sighed happily, nuzzling her a little, cupping her cheeks in his hands.

"You… You do?"

Willow smiled.

"I do."

Wilson felt a grin cross his face.

"I… I've never felt this way about anyone."

Willow grinned nuzzling him.

"I've never felt this way either but I'm so happy right now."

"As am I."

Wilson leaned in again, kissing her gently, Willow returning it. They held it for a few minutes before parting, gazing at each other.

"This… This is okay, right?" Wilson asked.

Willow nodded, giggling a little.

"Yes. More than okay." She brought her arms around him loosely as he hugged her, bringing her close.

"Oh, Willow."

"Wilson…"

Wilson kept her close, lying down with her on the grass. Willow cuddled into his side, laying her head on his chest.

"We don't have to do anything tonight, right?"

"No. Jack told me he had it covered when I told him what I was planning so we can just stay here if you want."

"Oh thank goodness."

Wilson smiled, bringing her closer.

"So I guess we're staying here till dawn then?"

Willow cuddled close to him.

"Yes. You're stuck with me, Higgsbury."

"Oh dear, whatever will I do?"

Willow giggled curling up in his arms.

"Deal with it."

"Hm… I guess I can do that." He smiled, kissing her head. "Long as I get to hold you in my arms."

Willow sighed happily, kissing his chin.

"I'd love nothing more."