A/N: So sorry about this being so late. I've been so busy. Unfortunately, this will be the last chapter in this story. I don't have the time to extend it, and I don't think there's much else I can really add. But I might bring it back one day. So, thank you and enjoy.

Chapter 10: Again

Bo & Lauren's Loft – Next Morning

Now that they'd gotten the hard part over and done with; Bo decided it would be a good time to move all of Bella and Lauren's belongings into her new Loft. After all, this was their home now. So, while Tamsin took Bella to the park; under the watchful eye of Kenzi; Bo and Lauren made a start on moving.

In two hours, they'd gotten a lot of things done. It wasn't hard, since Lauren kept her old apartment so organised that everything could go in boxes as they were. The only thing they needed more time moving; were all the stuffed animals and toys in Bella's room. They never realised just how many she had until now.

But they were going to have to stop now; and get ready for Trick's meeting. He'd asked for Lauren to also attend, along with Bella if they wanted. They'd never taken her to official Fae functions. She was just too young to understand what was going on. But they didn't have a choice right now.

They wanted to keep her out of school until they got this whole kidnapping situation over with. It'd only been a couple of hours since that was cleared up. And they had no babysitter. At least, not one they trusted. So, they had to bring her along.

Since it was an official meeting; Bo had to wear her combat gear. Hellion vest and all. She was in the mirror, trying to reach behind herself to secure the strap but she couldn't grasp it. She didn't have to worry though, because Lauren saved the day when she entered the bedroom and helped her out. "Is Bella back? Because we'll have to leave soon" she looked at her through the mirror.

Lauren nodded, securing the vest. "Oh yeah, she's back alright; and currently puking her guts up in the bathroom-" She didn't have to chance to finish the rest of her sentence because Bo spun around so fast she got a little dizzy.

"What?! Why—" then Bo realised. "Tamsin…" She let out through gritted teeth. "… Well, that settles it!" She pulled her gun from her holster, "I'm gonna kill her!" She went to walk away but Lauren snatched her gun away. "I can do it without that you know"

"Bo, don't be stupid; you're not killing Tamsin…" Lauren stepped closer to her, placing the gun back in Bo's holster. "… She just ate a little too much ice cream; it happens. She'll be fine with some rest and fluids. Kenzi already said she'd watch her while we go to the meeting. Okay?" She cupped her face.

And in that second, all of Bo's worries melted away. "Okay…" She breathed, "… Well, we better get going. Hopefully this is a small announcement and we can come home in the next hour. I don't wanna be away too long if she's sick" she hated the sight of her baby girl upset.

Lauren was all for that. "Me neither; so, let's go then" she grabbed her blazer from the closet and walked out of the bedroom with Bo as they went to say goodbye to their daughter.

The Crucible – Later

When Dyson told her that Trick was making his announcement in the Crucible. She knew it had to be something important. The only time meetings were held there, it was either to punish certain people and deliver their sentences or to pass a new law. But Bo had asked her Grandfather, and he told her he wasn't abolishing the sides until the end of the month.

Now she was a little worried what else he could possibly have to say.

As she and Lauren arrived, they saw hordes of nobles gathered in the room. Other loyal soldiers like Bo herself, and also a few Dark Fae. She and Lauren were seated in the front row. Being the immediate family of Trick; they were classes as important.

The Elders began to pile into the room along with Trick who was dressed very smartly. As he stood before the nobles; he gestured for everyone to sit down. "I thank you all for attending this meeting. As you're all aware; one of our most trusted and influential leaders, was behind my abduction. Lara Lewis, our Glaive…" He waited, for his guards to bring Lara into the room.

She was dressed in the most unflattering brown overalls. Still shackled like a wild animal. As she was being brought out, Lara locked eyes with her daughter. Lauren averted her eyes, so disappointed in her.

"… Though you have already been sentenced, I've brought you here to tell you something" he approached her.

Lara rolled her eyes, "And what would that be, Sire?"

"I forgive you" he said.

"What?" She frowned.

Her frown wasn't the only one Trick was getting aimed at him. He also got one from Bo and Lauren, Dyson and Tamsin, and the rest of his Elders. But he had a good reason for his statement. "I understand your confusion. After all, you did orchestrate to have me killed. But, you did it for reasons you believed were justifiable"

Suddenly, an Elder approached Trick from behind. "With all due respect, Sire? Are you stating all this because you wish to overturn her sentence?" He asked.

Trick shook his head, "Sadly, no…" He replied. "… I just thought it would provide me with some closure. You know?" He whispered to him, then turned back to his prisoner. "But, I have been thinking about your sentence and I wish to offer some generosity. You will not be held in the Catacombs; you're to be remanded at a high alert correctional facility"

"Why would you show me kindness after what I did?" Lara asked.

He sighed, "Because, despite your vile intentions for me; you were a superb Glaive. And our people benefited from your service. I'm choosing to take your previous centuries of loyalty into account. But the duration of your punishment will remain unchanged. An eternity, is what you have to look forward to. Take her away" he signalled his guards.

As Lara was being pulled away, she stopped where Bo and Lauren were sitting. She waited for Lauren to look at her, then uttered the two words she'd been waiting to say. "I'm sorry"

Lauren locked eyes with her. Replying with the only words that came to mind. "So am I" she slid her hand into Bo's, turning her head away again. She didn't want to look at her.

Trick waited for the guards to take Lara away, then addressed his audience again with a smile. "Now, I do have an announcement to make; but that can come later. Right now, I would like to bring the attention to four specific people. Bo, Dyson, Tamsin and Lauren? Will you please step forward?"

The four of them looked at each other, not knowing what was happening. But they had to do as he said, so they stood from their seats and approached him. The four of them standing in a line. He approached Tamsin first, "For the part you played in my rescue; I award you, Tamsin; this medal of valor, for your bravery. Thank you" he smiled, placing it around he neck.

"The honour was mine, Sire" Tamsin nodded her head respectfully.

Trick looked at Dyson next, "Dyson…" He smiled at him. "… I've known you since you were a boy; and in many ways, you're like a son to me. Which's why I must also award you, with a medal of valor. For you never ending bravery. And will also, be promoting you to Lieutenant. Thank you, son" he placed it around his neck.

Dyson looked down at the medal, smiling. He never thought he wanted to be promoted, but now that it'd happened; he was loving it. "My pleasure Sir" he shook his hand.

The next to be addressed, was Lauren. "Even though Dyson and Tamsin are two of my most trusted soldiers; you are the one who showed outstanding loyalty…" Trick told her. "… Yes, your Mother was the very woman who tried to kill me. But instead of defending her; you chose to trust your instincts and helped in more ways than anyone else. You saved my life; for that, you deserve this" he handed her a blue file.

Lauren held it, turning the pages. "Oh my god!" She gasped. With a look to him, she saw him smile. "You're giving me the Clinic?" She held in her hands, the paperwork stating that the clinic she'd been working in for over twenty years was now owned by her. "Thank you" she shook his hand.

She owned a Hospital!

"No, thank you…" He said, then turned to his Granddaughter, "… Bo. My darling Granddaughter. Among everyone here, you are the most special. I knew it the day you were born and I know it now. Your loyalty to me has never wavered, in all the years we've been together. Even when it's cost you so much. Which's why I am promoting you, to Commander"

Bo's face fell, "What?"

Trick nodded, "And am also, awarding you this medal of honour…" He placed it around her neck, then kissed her head. "… For your outstanding service. You're probably wondering if this will change anything at home. And it won't. From this moment on; the only travelling you'll do, will be with your Family" he winked at Lauren.

Honestly, Bo didn't know what to say. But she had to say something because she was standing in front of a room full of people. "Being loyal had nothing to do with it…" She smiled at him. "… You're my Family Trick; protecting each other is what we do"

"Everyone, give a round of applause for these four heroes!" Trick ordered them, and within seconds everyone began clapping their hands. From the time he said it, to the time they sat back down. "Now for my last piece of business. At the end of the month, the divide between Light and Dark will be gone. With that law already in place; I have made the decision that it's time I step down as your King"

All that was heard was the anxious grumbling of voices from the crowd. They couldn't believe he was saying something like this. Bo especially, was confused as to why he was renounce his crown. "Trick, what're you doing?" She walked over to him.

He sighed, turning to her. "I've ruled this colony for over two thousand years Bo; I'd say I've more than earned a retirement. Truth be told, I should've taken it centuries ago. Trust me…" He tapped her hand, then turned back to the loud crowd. "… I know this worries most of you. But I have faith that our race will thrive without me as its King!"

Gesturing to his fellow Elders, he continued. "Though I am stepping down I haven't left you without leadership. These men and women and more than capable of catering to your needs. They will take into account, all of your opinions, desires, and grievances. This isn't the end for the Fae…" He took a breath, feeling relief lift from his chest. "… We will survive"

After his insightful and confident words, everyone calmed down. Because they truly believed he was right. They would survive. It's what they'd always done. Minutes after his speech, the meeting came to a close. The only ones left were Bo and Trick.

Dyson and Tamsin had taken Lauren home after getting a call from Kenzi saying that Bella was crying for her Parents. Bo wanted to talk to Trick about all this, and knew the only one who could help her little girl was Lauren. She found her Grandfather sitting on one of the seats in the main hall. "So, does this mean you're a normal Fae Citizen now?" She sat next to him.

"I think we can both agree that being Fae means being the opposite of normal…" He laughed. "… Are you upset about my decision to stand down from the throne?" He asked her.

Bo exhaled tiredly, "I think; you were right about what you said earlier. You, more than anyone; deserves a vacation. I mean; you've spent two millennia, sacrificing your own wants and needs for a colony of strangers. That's the definition of nobility, Trick. Honestly, I just want you to be happy"

At the end of the day, that's all she cared about.

Trick reached over, holding her hand. "I will be…" He replied. "… Listen, I was thinking of flying to Ireland and visiting Ysabeau's grave. I've never had the time until now; it's time I paid her a visit" he wanted this.

Due to her strict traditions, Bo's Grandmother wanted to be buried in the place she was born. So they honoured that wish. And Bo was glad he was finally doing what he wanted. "I could come with you, if you want? I could bring Lauren and Bella. We could make it a family thing" she didn't want him to go alone.

And as much as Trick would appreciate their company, he was going to kindly refuse. "I'd love that; really, I would. But, I think this's something I need to do alone. And don't worry about my safety, I'll take a few guards with me. I wouldn't be without them so soon after stepping down"

"Good…" At least that was something Bo didn't have to worry about. "… Do me a favour though, and check in with me every now and then? You know how edgy I get" she chuckled.

He nodded. "Will do"

"Okay then; I'm gonna head home. Bella's a little under the weather and I'm sure Lauren's got her hands full. I'll see you when you get back?" She asked him, seeing him nod. "Have a good trip Trick; and say Hi to Grammy for me" she kissed his cheek, then shot off out the door.

Bo's Loft - Later

As Bo entered the loft, she was immediately shushed by Lauren who was walking out of Bella's bedroom. Clearly, things weren't as bad as she thought. "She's asleep?" Bo was confused, checking the time on her phone. "It's not even eight o'clock yet"

"I know, but as soon as I got home; she threw up a little more and then I gave her something to help her sleep. I think that's the last of the nausea though; thank god. Oh, I bleached the bathroom by the way" Lauren smiled, although she wasn't smiling earlier when she had to do the clean-up.

Laughing, Bo followed her to the kitchen and grabbed a glass and her half empty bottle of scotch. "So, Trick's gonna be away for a while…" she poured a glass for herself, sipping it. "… He says he needs some time alone; and he wants to visit my Grandmother's grave"

Lauren didn't really know how to reply to that; "Well, it has been years since he's been over there. Maybe a little down time is what he needs right now. When you spend two thousand years being a King; you're bound to be a little disconnected. I'm sure it'll be good for him" she hoped that reassured her.

"Yeah…" Bo mumbled, "… I just worry about him, you know?" she finished the rest of her drink, then placed her glass on the counter. "So, how're you dealing with the whole 'owning a hospital' thing?" she asked.

That wasn't something Lauren could put into words, "Honestly? I'm a little worried" she admitted.

"You, worried?" Bo chuckled, she didn't believe that. "What'd you have to be worried about? You're an amazing Doctor; you'll be fine" that, she believed.

But Lauren wasn't feeling it, "Yeah, I'm a good Doctor. Because that's what I studied; that's the profession I busted my ass of in medical school to succeed in. But owning property? I didn't study business, or management. What if I'm horrible at it?" she really wasn't feeling good about it.

"Lauren?" Bo stood closer to her. "Listen to me; you'll be great at this. Just like you're great with everything else. Trick was right earlier; your loyalty was tested the most yesterday. You could've easily chosen to defend your Mom, but you didn't. Because you knew something was wrong"

Lauren rolled her eyes, "I didn't know it soon enough though, did I?" she replied. "If I'd just trusted my gut from the start, maybe we could've gotten to Trick sooner. I could've stopped her from hurting him" she didn't believe she was given these powers to hurt people.

The nature of a Phoenix was to heal, and nurture. Her Mother did the exact opposite of that. She brought shame to their species.

"This's why I love you…" Bo smiled lovingly, cupping her cheek. "… You're always worrying about other people. Even when you're the one that's hurting. Healing Trick, could've killed you. And yes, you would've been reborn; but the pain that comes with that isn't something you should have to go through. But you took that risk; when you chose to heal him"

"Did you ever think maybe that makes me stupid, not selfless?" Lauren let out a laugh.

Bo shook her head, "That word doesn't exist when it comes to you. You're gonna be fine, Lauren; I know it" she kissed her.

Thankfully, that did ease Lauren's anxiety a little bit. "What about you, Commander?" She made Bo laugh by using her new title. "How does it feel to be a high-ranking officer?" She was happy that Bo got promoted, and also that it wouldn't ruin anything they had going on like it did before.

But Bo didn't know how to feel about it. "It's weird…" She breathed, "… I've been a Lieutenant for so long; it's just strange to start from scratch all over again for this new rank. But, I'm hoping it won't be much different from what I already do. Maybe less hours in the office" she was looking forward to that.

"That's always a good thing; especially now, since we're trying to rebuild what we lost the first time…" Lauren tucked a piece of Bo's hair behind her ear. "… But, I have a good feeling about it this time around. I think we're gonna be okay" she stepped closer to her.

"I hope so…" Bo whispered. "… Losing you the first time was torture; I don't think I'd survive losing you and Bella again. Which's why I'm gonna do all I can to make you both happy. I love you" she kissed her gently.

Lauren believed every word of Bo's sentence, she could tell she'd changed. "I love you too" she replied quietly.

Now that they'd gotten that out of the way; Bo had an idea. "I hope you don't find me too forward; but as your new Commander, I'm politely ordering you to lead me to the bedroom. If you want" she didn't want to be pushy.

But that just made Lauren laugh, "If I want? That's not very assertive, Commander. Just so you know; I would've happily obeyed that order. I like it when you're pushy; it's sexy…" She pecked her quickly. "… Let's go, boss" she grabbed her hand and led her to the bedroom.

An hour later, and they'd fallen asleep.

But Bo was the first one to wake when she felt someone tapping her head. She opened her eyes, to see her daughter slapping her forehead. "Bella? What've I told you about waking people up like that?" She groaned, this was the fourth time she'd caught her doing this.

The first three were with her, and the last one was with Kenzi. Who didn't take being woken up that way, well. At all.

"Can I sleep with you and Mommy?" Bella was feeling better, but she still felt like she wanted to sleep with her Parents.

As much as she wanted to let her; she and Lauren were a very indecent right now. "Umm, can you hang on a second? Why don't you go and grab Binky and come back in five minutes? Go on, go!" She watched her run away, then turned around and shook Lauren awake. "Bella's gonna be back in five minutes, we need to cover up!" She jumped out of bed, finding her clothes.

Lauren wasn't really awake, but all she heard was Bella was coming and she was currently naked so it wasn't hard to put two and two together. By the time she heard the pattering of small footsteps, she and Bo had their clothes on. But they looked a mess. "Hey, baby! Are you feeling better?" She picked her up.

"I'm hungry" Bella rested her head on her Mother's shoulder.

Bo frowned, "Hungry? She's been throwing up all day, how can she be thinking about food right now?" She wouldn't be if it was her.

"Well, when you think about it; she's brought up everything that's in her stomach. So, she's practically running on empty. My only concern, is if we feed her and she just brings it back up again…" Lauren sighed, "… Do you feel sick anymore?" She asked her daughter.

Bella shook her head, "No, just hungry"

Lauren wasn't psychic, so she couldn't foresee Bella bringing food back up if she ate. She was just going to have to take the risk. She couldn't leave her daughter without food. "Alright, how about some nice hot chicken noodle soup, and some bread to dip?" She knew that was her favourite.

Bo watched Bella nod with a wide smile, "You know, that sounds so appealing to me right now. Tell you what? Why don't we all have some soup and we can eat it in bed while we watch a movie? Sound good Pumpkin?" She combed a hand through her daughter's hair.

"I wanna watch Aladdin!" Bella said.

Laughing, Lauren kissed her head. "Aladdin it is; you go with Mama while I get started on the soup" she handed her over to Bo, then walked to the kitchen.

As the minutes went by, Bo placed Bella in the middle of her Queen sized bed while she got the movie ready. "You need anything before I go check on Mommy Juice, water?" Her daughter replied with a no. "Okay, I'm gonna help Mommy with the food. I'll be right back, okay?" She kissed her head.

"Mama?" Bella waited for her Mother to turn around. "Are we gonna keep having sleepovers like this?" She'd been wanting to ask for the last couple of nights.

Bo only then realised, with everything going on with Trick and Lara; she and Lauren had forgotten to tell Bella that they were trying again. "Umm, actually…" She sat next to her on the bed. "… How would you like it, if you and Mommy moved in here with me? Does that sound fun?"

"Forever?" Bella asked.

Smiling, Bo was happy to nod. "Yes, forever…" She attacked her with kisses. "… And ever! And ever! And ever!" She laughed, tickling her. "We're all gonna be together again; forever. I promise" she kissed her head again, then left to help Lauren with the food.

Not minutes later, she and Lauren returned to the bedroom. To find that Bella had already pressed play on the movie. She just couldn't wait. Which was fine with them. Bo told Lauren to climb in first, and when she got settled comfortably she held the tray of food while Bo did the same.

With the three of them all tucked in cosily, they ate their hot soup while the movie played. Bella was way past the age where she needed to be fed, but that didn't stop Lauren from doing it. Bella kept dropping it on herself. She was clumsy like that. But it was so adorable.

Just as Aladdin was wishing the Genie free, Bella fell asleep hugging her Binky close. Lauren had slipped out of the bed to take the tray of three empty bowls to the kitchen. By the time she got back, she saw Bo and Bella sleeping soundly. That sight was something she'd missed seeing.

There was no denying that Bo had a stronger connection with Bella. And as much as Lauren wanted to be jealous about that; she honestly wasn't. She loved her daughter, and she knew that Bella loved her just the same. She summarised that it had something to do with them both being Succubi.

Their capacity for love was greater than everyone else's. It only seemed fitting that they loved each other a lot. It made Lauren smile to see them so content. So, without waking them she turned the tv off and climbed back into bed with them. And as she placed her hand over Bella's, she felt her daughter's little fingers grasp her own. That, was a feeling she could never explain. But would also, never get tired of.

Two Weeks Later

Bo had gotten so much done in the last two weeks; with the help of her friends she and Lauren had finally finished moving everything into the loft. They did clash when they were deciding what to do with the old apartment. Lauren wanted to sell it, but Bo thought it'd be nice to keep until Bella grew up and decided to fly the coop.

It wasn't bad for a girl's first home.

So, that's what they decided to do. All that was left to do now; was get married again. But alas, both Bo and Lauren found it hard to find time in their busy schedules. Even though Bo was making it home every night; which was the most important thing. She was still finding her days hectic.

And Lauren's were no different. It was like she'd had an influx of new patients. Each one sicker than the last. She barely found a moment to eat lunch, let alone get married. Today was just the same as all the other days that's gone by in the last two weeks. Normally Lauren was the one finishing later than Bo, but it was different today.

On her way home, Lauren picked Bella up from Kenzi's house. She'd graciously offered to pick Bella up from school while she and Bo were working. But now it was dinner time and Bella was proving to be very restless. "Mommy I want pizza!" She said.

"Bella, you know the rules…" Lauren began looking through the fridge for ingredients so she could make dinner, but she hadn't been to the store all week. "… Friday, is pizza night. Not today. I know you're hungry, just give Mommy a minute and I'll make you something" she looked back inside the fridge.

But Bella wasn't taking that for an answer, "No! I want pizza, now!" She jumped up and down on the spot. "Pizza! Pizza!" She started turning red from screaming.

Suddenly, the elevator doors opened and Bo walked in. Holding a pizza box, but now that she'd heard her daughter's little ran she wasn't standing for this behaviour. "Bella!" She saw her stop jumping. "Naughty stool, now!" She pointed to the small stool outside her bedroom door.

It may've seemed old fashioned, but Bella had to learn that it wasn't okay to act this way.

Bella wasn't one to cry over something as trivial as pizza. But she wasn't happy, regardless. She ran to the stool, sitting down with her arms folded. She started playing with her cast, which was still itching her like crazy.

"Now, you're gonna sit there; and think about what you've done. You do not talk to Mommy like that! Ever! I don't wanna hear a peep out of you, until I say otherwise!" Bo walked over to the kitchen, placing the pizza box on the counter. "Wanna explain that little outburst to me?" She asked Lauren.

Lauren sighed, rubbing her face. "She wanted Pizza; I told her no and she got, loud! I've been working nonstop this week; I'm so exhausted Bo!" She fell into her arms. "Please, do me a favour and just feed her while I take a shower. I feel really gross" she was begging her to take the reins.

Bo nodded, "Go ahead, I'll deal with little miss naughty…" She spun around and approached her daughter as she sat on the stool with her arms folded. "… Do you have something to say to me?" She knelt down beside her. "No? How about to Mommy then?"

Bella looked at her, her remorse shining through her eyes. "Sorry"

"I'm not the one who needs that sorry; when Mommy comes back you can tell her. Now, I don't want to let you have what you want. But you're lucky we've got nothing else in the fridge. So, come on!" She lifted her up, "Have some pizza" she walked her over to the kitchen and made her a plate before sitting her down on one of the stools at the kitchen island.

Not twenty minutes later; Lauren returned freshly showered with her hair dried. And as soon as she entered the living room, Bella crashed into her legs. Hugging them tight. Telling her how sorry she was for what she'd said, and how she acted. This was Bo's doing. "It's okay baby; try not to make it a regular thing, okay?" She picked her up, kissing her cheek.

"Okay" Bella hugged her again.

Lauren brought Bella to sit in between Bo and herself on the couch. And while she was engrossed in the show on the tv; the grown-ups decided to chat. "Do you think we'll ever get around to getting married?"

Bo turned to her, sighing. She honestly didn't know. "With our jobs as busy as they are; it makes it hard to set a date. But in saying that; do we really need to have another ceremony?" this was something that'd only just occurred to her.

"What'd you mean?" Lauren frowned.

"Well, technically speaking; I have the authority to marry us…" Bo said. "… One of the perks of being a Commander. What if we just did it now, and got it over with? Then we wouldn't be making ourselves ill over trying to find the right date" it was just a suggestion.

But there were things Lauren didn't think counted. "Umm, that sounds easier; I guess. But aren't you forgetting something? We need rings, and witnesses" last she checked they didn't have those.

Bo smiled, "Give me a sec!" she jumped over the couch and ran to the bedroom; minutes later she returned and took her previous seat while holding out a small blue velvet box. "Done, and done!" she lifted the lid, showing Lauren their old wedding rings.

Lauren remembered giving hers back to Bo on the day she asked for a divorce. That had to have been the hardest thing she'd ever had to do in her entire life.

1 Year Ago

Things had been bad.

So bad.

Lauren had come to standstill with her marriage to Bo. She just couldn't live this life anymore. She always imagined being happy when she got married. And when she got Married to Bo; she didn't foresee something like this happening. But the truth was, she just wasn't happy anymore.

And Bo knew that too. Which was why they hadn't been talking to each other as much lately. Sure, they could keep going like this. And hope, that they eventually got out of this rut. But they couldn't take the chance that in the time it took for that to happen; that Bella would end up getting scarred by this.

So, Lauren was making the decision to end it before it got worse. She waited for Bo to get home. She hated doing this; and knew it would brand her as a heartless bitch among her friends. But she'd been told that getting custody of Bella would be no problem since Bo was always travelling.

Lauren sat on the couch, facing the front door.

She heard the jangling of keys as it opened, and Bo stepped inside. Throwing her jacket on coatrack beside her. When she turned around, she saw Lauren staring right at her. She didn't look happy. "What've I done this time?"

"We need to talk" Lauren spoke quietly.

Bo didn't like the sound of that, but she sat on the other end of the couch; facing her. Being a Succubus, Bo could feel Lauren's fear. And her sadness. She knew what was coming; and it killed her to know that she'd done nothing to fix it. "I guess this's it then huh?" she laughed sadly. "You're throwing in the towel?"

Lauren closed her eyes, sighing. "Don't casually dismiss this Bo!" she didn't like Bo's choice of words. "This isn't some failed project; it's a marriage! Or, at least it was. I just can't do this anymore. I'm unhappy; you're unhappy. I don't want Bella to follow in our footsteps too. Do you?"

"Of course I don't!" Bo hated that Lauren actually had the nerve to ask her that. "But who's to say we won't move on from this? Can you really end this, knowing we could've been saved?" she wasn't giving up; but it seemed like Lauren had.

"That's just it Bo…" Lauren found herself crying. "… We can't be saved! It's gone too far for us to come back now. You have no idea, how hard this for me to say!" she rubbed her face, "I love you, Bo. I do. That was never the problem. I just; I can't…" she breathed, "… Not anymore"

Bo wiped her own tears, trying not to bawl like a baby. "Say it Lauren…" she loved her more than anything. But clearly, this wasn't working. But Bo would never hold out hope that they could find each other again. "… It's okay"

Lauren pulled her silver band off of her finger, handing it to Bo. "I want a divorce" she whispered, in tears.

And in that moment, her heart shattered into a zillion pieces.

Present

Lauren used to think after that day; they would never be able to have this again. The same kind of love they had the first time. But, they had it even better now. "I can't believe you kept these" she took a good look at them.

"Of course, I did; it's you" Bo smiled at her. No matter how heart-breaking the day Lauren gave her back the ring, was; Bo could never bring herself to part with these. They symbolised their love for each other.

Before she ended up getting emotional; Lauren decided to just continue the conversation. "Okay, so you have the rings covered. But I don't see any witnesses" she liked things by the book.

"Look no further!" Bo tapped Bella's head, who hadn't even noticed what was going on. "We have the cutest witness ever. So, what'd you say? We ended things on the couch; seems only right we start them up again in the same place" she found that symbolic in a way.

Lauren didn't need to be told twice; she took the rings out of the box and gave her old one to Bo while she kept Bo's old ring. "All you, Commander" she winked at her.

Bo chuckled, "Lauren Lewis? Will you do me the honour, of becoming my Wife; again?"

"I will" Lauren nodded, smiling. She waited for Bo to slip the ring on her finger, then asked her the same question.

"Like you even have to ask?" Bo rolled her eyes with a laugh. Once she had the ring on her finger, she got back to it. "By the powers vested in me by the Blood King himself; I now pronounce us, married! And I can now kiss the bride, which's always my favourite part!" she leaned over Bella, kissing her Wife's lips.

Lauren laughed, she didn't know it was possible to be this happy again. But here they were. "Just like old times. I love you" she told her.

"I love you too" Bo would never get tired of saying that.

That was when Bella chose to snap out of her tv haze. "I love you too!" she hugged Bo tightly.

Bo fell on Lauren due to Bella jumping on her. "And you know we love you Pumpkin…" she kissed her cheek. "… So, what'd you say we have a snuggly night in our bed and watch a movie?" she loved that night they had two weeks ago.

"Can we make popcorn?" Bella asked.

"I'll get started on that; you guys go pick a movie" Lauren kissed both her girls, then shot off to the kitchen.

Their family had come a long way. And no one said it was going to be smooth sailing from here on out; but, the fact that they'd found their way back from the disaster that was their relationship only showed how much they'd grown in their time apart.

They knew what was important now.

From now on, they were going to value their family above everything.

A/N: Well, there it is. Haven't completely ended it, just in case I want to bring it back someday. I will be taking a little break after this story. I am just so scattered this month. And December will be even worse. So, thank you for your patience, your follows, and your favourites for this story. They mean the world.

Much love x