Here it is. The supposedly last chapter unless I get an epilogue up. I know the title of this chapter is a little cheesy and all, but I'm currently out of ideas so I'll stick to it. Alright, I have little to say so I think I'll just get on with the story now. Oh yes, I'd really appreciate those who story-alert/favourite fic to drop a little review about what you guys think.
Finally
Jay looked over at Hera, then his gaze shifted back to Theresa. "So, do you want to go with me to see Hera, or do you want to wait here for me?"
"I'll go with you," Theresa decided, then followed him as he went to see Hera.
"Uhm, Ms Hera, you wanted to see me?" Jay asked politely - after all, Hera was a goddess - and expectantly.
"Yes, Jay." Hera gave the two a rather serene smile and then she said, "The gods and I have been discussing about you, and we all acknowledged that you've all worked really hard and you have, as a team, done exceedingly well. So, we've decided to fund a ski trip for all of you -"
"Whoa," Jay said, feeling a little taken aback at the gods' sudden generosity. It wasn't everyday that Hera did something as uncharacteristic like this. He would have felt beside himself with joy if he hadn't had a nagging thought in his mind. "What about Cronus?"
"Jay!" Theresa admonished, tugging on his sweater sleeve in annoyance as she looked at the serene goddess, hoping that she wouldn't withdraw her offer.
Hera merely laughed. "All of you deserve a break, especially you, Jay. Take this trip as a mometary sabbatical, perhaps. If need be, we'd call for your return if Cronus shows up."
"But -" Jay protested, still unwilling to let the world be endangered like that. However, Theresa cut in.
"Thank you, Ms Hera, we really appreciate it," she said in a bubbly, cheerful tone, flashing Hera a smile.
"Alright, you may go now," Hera said, gesturing towards the door. "I've heard that you're going to give out your presents now, and I gather the others are waiting for you. Do enjoy your trip, Hermes will give Odie a call later about the details." With that, she turned and went off.
"Why did you accept it?" Jay hissed under his breath at Theresa, looking worried. "Now Cronus might just take advantage of this and -"
"He won't, Jay," Theresa replied, rolling her eyes. "Just relax, okay? Hera already said that she'd call us back if Cronus makes an appearance. It's not like we're going to be totally gone."
"Okay, fine," Jay said, pouting a little. "I'll chill. Happy?"
"Yes," Theresa replied, grinning.
The two walked in silence as they left the room and headed to outside of the janitor's closet. Just as they reached the outside, Theresa suddenly stopped him.
"Hey, look above you." Jay looked and he raised an eyebrow.
"Mistletoe," he said, grinning a little. A day ago, he would be trying to back his way out of this, but right now, he didn't exactly mine.
"I guess we can't skip the kiss, can we?" Theresa said rather innocently, grinning mischievously.
"I guess we can't." Jay shrugged and smiled.
Without even feeling himself, he leaned forward and gently pressed his lips to her soft, warm ones. She snaked her arms around her neck and deepened the kiss wordlessly. It had been a long time Theresa had ever shared a passionate kiss with anyone, but all those behind, in her past, had been without love, without concern. And now, she was finally with someone who loved her...
Just then, footprints were heard and before the two could break apart, the footprints neared and stopped just about a feet away. An angry voice started.
"What are you two thinking, do you know the whole team is waitin-" Archie's eyes looked like they were bulging out, and he blushed as he took a few involuntary steps back from the reddening couple, who were still in each others' arms.
"Oops, sorry." Archie backed away. "You know what, I'll - uh - just tell them to wait." With that, Archie went off as fast as he had come.
Theresa pulled away gently from Jay's grasp, the beautiful moment ruined and her mind set to somewhat kill Archie. "You know, he's right, we should be going."
"Yeah, I guess," Jay replied, feeling a little disappointed at how Archie had interrupted. "Anyway, the night's still young. We can... always do this some other time."
A moment of awkwardness filled them both, then Theresa tugged on Jay's hand, feeling at least happy that Jay cared. "Let's go."
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Alright, the end! There's going to be an epilogue, since everyone's votes carry it to that way. The ski trip is an opening to a possible sequel. Maybe you guys could feedback to me if you might like a sequel to this; however it probably won't be anything as grand. Hope you guys review(:
