*Epilogue: Funeral*
The funeral is in Paris where Maria was raised. The mobians are dressed in black. The coffin is white with white roses and lilies on top. In front of the crowd was Lance, dressing in black. He places a red rose in the white flowers. Vanilla touches his shoulder, comforting him. Mardic was also there at the funeral. The coffin lowers to the ground, and there is a tombstone with Maria's name.
After the crowd is gone, Lance and Mardic stood in front of the tombstone. Mardic let out a sigh. If only he could be a better husband to Maria. Coming from the shadows, there is the phantom. Lance turned back, tears falling from his eyes. Shadow touches his son's shoulder, looking at the grave. Maria is at peace. She will be singing with the angels in heaven, and will watch over her family and friends.
"Shadow." Mardic spoke. "Promise me that you will look after the boy." Shadow turned to him.
"I will." He said. "But, you are...welcome to see him again." Mardic made a nod. Lance touches the tombstone. Shadow looked down at his son. "Lance, let me take you to our new home." The hedgehogs leave the grave. Mardic watches them disappear in the shadows of the cemetery. The husky turn back to the stone.
"Do not worry, my dear Maria." He said. "Shadow will be looking out for the boy. He may not be my son, but...I will take care of him too." He kissed his fingers and place them on the tombstone. "Rest in peace, Maria. You are the angel now." Mardic walks away to leave the cemetery. He climbed on the carriage so he can return to his home.
Remember, love never dies. Only love and music are forever...
*The End*