Before Delphine even has the chance to move a muscle, Cosima turns and smacks the alarm. She then snuggles back up against Delphine and burrows her face in the crook of her neck.

"Imagine how much worse your mornings would have been had you joined the 7am group," Delphine remarks as she kisses Cosima's forehead.

Cosima lifts her head, "My mornings? Hell, had I joined that group, my mornings, afternoons, and evenings would have all seriously sucked."

"I'm glad you feel that way," Delphine replies as she leans forward and gives her a kiss. "Now, in celebration of all those non-sucky days, let's get up with pep and enthusiasm for our last ski class."

"Peppy and enthusiastic are my middle names," Cosima declares as she sits up with a smile.

"Yes, for certain activities, you are very peppy and enthusiastic, but skiing, not so much."

"Oh, I'm gonna be so peppy and enthusiastic this morning," Cosima grins as she slides off the bed, taking Delphine's hand and tugging her along as they make their way to the shower.

Delphine and Cosima arrive at the slopes just as the kids are dropped off by their parents. "Good morning! Is everybody ready for our final day?" Delphine asks the assembled group.

"Yes!" Gemma exclaims.

"What are we gonna do today?" Oscar wonders.

"Since it's our last day, we're goi—"

"Look," Charlotte suddenly shouts, interrupting Delphine.

"Don't start without me," a voice calls out.

"Kira!" the kids yell as they rush over to her.

"Kira, you're here to ski?" Delphine looks over the kid who has her skis by her side. "What about your ankle?"

"It's all better. The doctor said he's never seen a sprain heal this quickly."

Delphine gives Cal a questioning look as he approaches, "It's true, Kira got the all clear yesterday afternoon to ski today."

"This is miraculous," Delphine beams as she bends down and hugs Kira, "it wouldn't have been the same without you here for our last lesson."

"Have a great time, Kira," Cal kisses his daughter goodbye before leaving them.

"Welcome back," Cosima high-fives Kira as the kids all take turns hugging her.

"What did I miss?" Kira asks.

"Cosima and Delphine have been kissing more," Gemma responds.

A blush creeps onto Delphine's face, "Thank you very much, Gemma, but I think she meant in skiing."

"We're on the red slope now," Charlotte informs her. "It's really long and windy, but so cool."

"Do you feel comfortable skiing on that piste, Kira?" Delphine inquires. "We can return to bleu if you'd prefer."

Kira shakes her head, "No way, it's our last day, I want to ski the red one."

"Cosima?" Charlotte pulls on her sleeve.

"Yeah?" Cosima leans down.

"Would you mind if I go back to being buddies with Kira today?"

"Of course not, that's the way it should be."

"Thanks! You've been a great buddy these last few days."

"Ditto, kiddo," Cosima hugs Charlotte and then watches as she goes over and takes Kira's hand.

"Looks like you're on your own," Delphine observes as she comes up beside Cosima.

"It would appear so."

"I know you're on the rebound, and I wouldn't want to take advantage of you at such a vulnerable time, but would you do me the honor of being my buddy again?"

"I thought you'd never ask," Cosima grins before stretching to seal the deal with a kiss.

"See," Gemma nods in the direction of the pair, "kissing."

"And we thought they didn't care anymore," Delphine remarks with a smile before turning to the kids. "Alright, now that we are all reunited with our rightful buddies, it's time to get started. Kira, we will do a quick lesson to fill you in on what you missed and then you're all going to learn to ski on one foot."

"Excuse me?" Cosima gasps.

"It's a good exercise in balance, as you never know when you might lose a ski going downhill."

"More like imbalance," Cosima responds. "This sounds like a terrible idea."

"What happened to Cosima Peppy Enthusiastic Niehaus?"

"She's now sensibly concerned."

"Well, lucky for you, I'm only joking. Today is strictly to have fun and show off what you've all put so much time and effort into learning."

Cosima gapes at Delphine, "Seriously? You just had to have one last freak Cosima out moment, didn't you?"

"I couldn't resist."

"Charlotte, are you sure you don't want to reconsider and continue being my buddy?"

"Oh stop," Delphine wraps her arms around Cosima, "you're stuck with me." She places little kisses all over Cosima's face.

"They're so cute," Charlotte observes.

Kira nods her agreement, "They're relationship goals."

"Who's that?" Gemma points to a girl snapping pictures of them.

"Paparazzi," Cosima answers, "they follow me everywhere." She makes ridiculous poses in the direction of the camera and the kids follow her lead.

"This," Delphine waves her over, "is Jenna. She's the ski school photographer and will be documenting our final day."

"Oh, cool," Gemma exclaims, "make sure you get a lot of action shots of me skiing downhill."

"She will get photos of you all," Delphine assures.

"Right now, I'd like to get a group shot," Jenna arranges the six of them with the mountain in the background and takes a few pics.

"Reunited and it feels so good," Cosima sings softly as she and Delphine ride the lift up together.

Delphine laughs and gives Cosima a kiss, "This really is a perfect way to end our ski lessons; Kira is back with us, you and I are buddies again."

"It is pretty awesome," Cosima agrees. "As long as I don't bust my ass, we're good."

"Yes, please don't damage your cute little cul."

"Ooh, is that the French word for ass?"

"Oui."

"Nice! Well, I'll do my best to protect my cul, for your sake."

"Merci," Delphine grins as they reach the top.

Delphine spends the first half hour of the lesson going over everything Kira missed since her injury. Once she's up to speed, they start their free ski. Gemma races down the slope with Oscar following closely behind, while Kira and Charlotte enjoy a more relaxed descent. Delphine and Cosima hang back and observe the kids.

"I'm gonna miss this," Delphine remarks.

"Skiing?"

"Yes, but specifically these daily sessions with you and the kids. It feels like we've formed this odd little family."

"Yeah," Cosima agrees, "like you and I are the parents of four crazy but adorable children."

"No, more like I'm the exasperated single mother of five crazy but adorable children."

"Wow, really? Cause if that's the case, I'm pretty sure child services is gonna show up and arrest you for the very unmotherly way you've been behaving with me at bedtime."

"Shut up! Fine, it's like I'm the responsible parent and you're the lenient one. Better?"

"Much, for many reasons. But, yeah, I get what you're saying. I've kinda grown fond of them myself. And I've enjoyed these ski lessons more than I ever thought I would. Obviously you're the main reason, but it feels good getting better at something."

"I'm thrilled to hear you say that," Delphine smiles as she pulls her goggles down over her eyes, "but actions speak louder than words." Delphine starts downhill and Cosima quickly pulls on her own goggles and chases after her.

"This will be our final run," Delphine announces to the group at the top of the slope.

"Awww," the kids groan.

"I know, I know, I feel the same way, but just think of all the skiing we've done and all the skiing you're going to do after this now that you're all such experts."

"I'm gonna join the ski team," Gemma announces.

"That's wonderful," Delphine exclaims. "I have no doubt you're going to be the star of the team."

"Since this is our last one, can we do it together?" Charlotte asks.

Delphine looks around at the others, "What do you all think?"

"Yeah, let's do it," Gemma agrees as the others nod.

"Alright then, we'll go on my three. Un, deux, trois," they all set off down the slope in tandem for their final time as a group.

As they reach the bottom of the slope, Alison, Donnie, Cal, and Marion are there hooting and hollering for their children, with loud chants of, "Way to go, Cosima!" mixed in.

As the kids hug their parents, Cosima finds Scott, Kenny, and Eugene clapping for her. "What are you guys doing here?"

"You think we'd miss the chance to see you graduate ski school?" Scott asks.

"Delphine invited us to your luncheon," Kenny adds.

"She did?" Cosima turns to Delphine.

"I did," Delphine confirms. "I thought it would be nice if they attended along with everyone's parents."

"My three dads, aren't I a luckily gal?"

"You were really great up there, Cos."

"Thanks, Scotty."

"Shall we return our skis and head on up to the luncheon?" Delphine asks.

"Hell yeah, I'm starving," Cosima responds as she makes a beeline for the ski rental.

They all assemble on the hotel roof where a buffet has been set up for them. After eating and mingling for a while, Delphine stands and gets everyone's attention.

"I just wanted to take a moment to say, without hesitation, that this group has been my absolute favorite to teach. Not only are you all extremely bright and talented, but you have made this such an immensely enjoyable three weeks with your exuberant personalities. I've never smiled as much with a class as I have with the five of you. I'm surprised one isn't permanently frozen across my lips by now. At the end of our first two weeks of lessons, I gave you gold stars for your stellar performances, however, today I have special awards I'd like to present to each of you. So if you would please join me up here." Gemma, Oscar, Kira, Charlotte, and Cosima stand side by side and Delphine begins the ceremony with Gemma.

"Gemma, you are without a doubt the most fearless, talented, confident 8-year-old I have ever encountered. Your energy is boundless and your drive to succeed is unstoppable. You're a tough cookie and I have no doubt that you truly will be Prime Minister of Canada, or even ruler of the universe, if you put your mind to it. To you I present the force of nature medal." Delphine places the gold medal around Gemma's neck and they pose as Jenna takes pictures of them.

"Oscar, most 10-year-old boys would bristle at having to spend hours each day with five women, but you never complained about being the only boy in the group. Instead, you were a true gentleman to each and every one of us. You have a natural athleticism and approached each lesson with determination. You're also the most patient big brother I have ever met, trust me, I have one of my own, I know, and Gemma is so very lucky to have you. To you I present the medal of chivalry."

"Kira, I am so, so happy that you were able to ski with us today. It broke my heart to see you get hurt, and I know you were disappointed to have your skiing interrupted, but you handled the situation with such poise and maturity. You returned to us after three days off the slopes and were just as enthusiastic as ever, quickly catching up on what you missed without skipping a beat. The hole left in your absence was palpable, which is a credit to the impact you had on us all. To you I present the medal of strength."

"Charlotte, you came into this with challenges that I don't think any of us can ever fully comprehend. You had a lifelong dream of skiing and through sheer determination and strength of character, you overcame tremendous obstacles to become a truly wonderful skier. Beyond that, you have a compassion and wisdom well beyond your years. I've also been told you give excellent advice. To you I present the medal of valor." Charlotte squees with delight as Delphine places the medal around her neck.

"And last, but certainly not least, Cosima. Where do I even begin? Your placement in this group may have been an accident, but it was far from a mistake. I cannot even begin to imagine what these last three weeks would have been like without you in our class. What you lacked in technique and confidence, you more than made up for in heart and humor. I think the kids can attest to your frustrations in the beginning, but while many adults in your position may have thrown in the towel, you never did. You remained steadfast in your commitment to learning to ski and I am so proud to say that whether you like it or not, you are now officially a skier. So to you I present the medal of perseverance."

"This is the first non-academic award I've ever received," Cosima remarks as she examines her medal.

While Cosima and Delphine pose for photos, the kids begin chanting, "Kiss, kiss, kiss, kiss."

"Oh mon dieu," Delphine blushes.

"It's what the people want," Cosima shrugs.

"Then I suppose the people shouldn't be denied," Delphine grins as she leans in and gives Cosima a tender kiss on the lips.

"Ooooh," the kids howl with delight.

"Okay," Delphine laughs, "come on, let Jenna get pictures of all of us with our medals."

After posing for individual and group photos, a tray of cupcakes is brought out for them all to indulge in.

"I want to thank you all for coming out to celebrate today," Delphine begins wrapping up the luncheon.

"Wait," Kira stops Delphine's speech, "we have something for you."

"For me?"

Kira nods as Cal hands her a gift bag and she passes it to Delphine, "Open it."

Delphine reaches into the bag, pushing aside the tissue paper, and pulls out a frame. She looks at the picture and gasps, "Kira, I thought this was for your mother?"

Kira shakes her head, "I drew mommy lots of other pictures this week, but this one is special and I want you to have it."

"Thank you, Kira, I'll treasure it always. I know just where I'll hang it." Delphine looks over Kira's drawing of the ski group, the one where Cosima is falling, and smiles. She then notices a new addition to the picture, they've all signed below their images. "When did you do this?"

"Yesterday," Cosima answers. "We all met at Kira's room for lunch. I knew you had that meeting to go to, I just didn't want you to know I knew so you wouldn't know I was going to have lunch with them. Signing the picture wasn't all we did for you, though."

"It wasn't?"

"Nope." Gemma runs over to her mother to retrieve another gift bag and hands it to Delphine, "Thank you for teaching us to ski."

Delphine reaches into the bag and pulls out a t-shirt. She reads the inscription on the front and a little tear rolls down her cheek, she then turns it around and holds it in front of her for everyone to see. It reads, "We heart Delphine, the world's best ski instructor,"with each of their names inscribed along the border of the shirt. "This is so sweet, thank you."

"It was Cosima's idea," Charlotte reveals.

"I had a feeling it might have been," Delphine beams as Cosima reaches for her cheek and brushes away the stray tear. Delphine leans forward and gives her a little kiss before bending down and hugging all the kids. "I'm going to miss you all so much."

"We're gonna miss you, too," the kids respond.

"Group hug," Cosima shouts as the 6 of them wrap their arms around one another.

As they wrap up the celebration, everyone says their final goodbyes and exchange email addresses, promising to keep in touch.

"Later hell-raisers," Cosima says affectionately as she gives each of the kids a high five.

Charlotte urges Cosima to bend down and then whispers something in her ear.

You got it, little buddy," Cosima solidifies with a pinky swear before giving her a hug.

"What was that about?" Delphine asks as the kids leave with their parents.

"Sorry, can't tell," Cosima zips her lips. "Buddy bond."

"Speaking of buddies," Scott interrupts, "how would you like to be mine this afternoon?"

"Excuse me?"

"Come ski with us."

"No way," Cosima protests. "I just spent the morning skiing."

"Yes, so you should be sufficiently warmed up. What else do you have to do?"

"I've got stuff," Cosima insists.

"Come on, you promised you'd ski with us at least once on this trip."

"If you promised, then you really should go with them, Cosima."

"Et tu, Delphine?"

"Sorry," Delphine shrugs. She glances at her watch, "I better get to my teen group. I have their graduation dinner after, so you should grab a bite with the guys. I'll see you later." She gives Cosima a kiss then turns to Scott, "Keep an eye on her out there."

"I will," Scott assures as Delphine leaves. "Ready?"

"Fine, but I believe I agreed to the bunny slope."

"Oh come on, Oscar was telling us you guys got up to the red slopes. You don't want to go all the way backwards, do you?"

"Ugh, dude, let's just compromise at blue, ok?"

"Deal," Scott responds excitedly.

"How great is this?" Scott asks as they ride the lift after their third trip down the slope. "You're really good."

"You must not have noticed me wobble back there."

"Wobble shmobble, you didn't fall, that's what matters. And even if you did, so what, it happens."

"You sound like Delphine."

"That's a good thing, she's a professional, she knows. I'm really impressed with your form."

"Dude, I said you sound like Delphine, not look like her, don't try to hit on me, it ain't gonna happen."

"Very funny, Cosima. You know what I mean, you're actually a freakin' skier now. Who woulda thought?"

"Not me, that's for sure."

"Guess it helps having the right instructor."

"Totally, I lucked out there in so many ways."

"She's a miracle worker."

"Hey, I wasn't that hopeless."

"No, but you were a bit of a drag."

"I'll give you that one, I guess I just needed the right inspiration."

"I'm glad you found it."

"Me too, Scotty, me too."

They reach the end of the line and exit the lift. Kenny and Eugene are waiting for them at the top of the slope. As they ready to head down, Kenny removes something from his helmet and begins attaching it to Cosima's.

"What are you doing?"

"GoPro. This will record the descent from your perspective. I'm going to edit together a little video when we get back home."

"That actually sounds kinda cool," Cosima decides, "but if I wipe out, you better destroy the footage."

"No way, that would be even cooler."

"Kenneth," she reprimands.

"Okay, I'll destroy it."

"Ready, Cos?" Scotty asks.

"Yup," she nods. "Let's kick some mountain booty."

"Cosima?" Delphine calls out when she enters the hotel room.

"I'm in here," Cosima responds from the bathroom.

Delphine walks in to find Cosima immersed in the tub, "How'd skiing with the boys go?"

"Oh, it went fine, except for the fact that my legs hurt like hell from way too much exertion today. I don't know know how you do it everyday. How was the teen graduation?"

"It was very nice, your group's was better though."

"I'm not surprised, we're pretty special. Whatcha got there?" Cosima glances at the glass bowl in Delphine's hand.

"Îles flottante, it was served for dessert at the party and I saved one for you. It's meringue on vanilla custard with a caramel drizzle."

"Oooh, it looks good. Gimme, gimme," Cosima holds out her hand.

"You want to eat this in the tub?"

"Uh huh," Cosima nods, "there's no way I'm getting out of here anytime soon." Delphine places the bowl down on the vanity, well out of Cosima's reach, "Hey what are you doi-" Cosima stops mid-question as she watches Delphine peel off her clothing.

Once in the buff, Delphine picks up the bowl and carefully steps into the tub, settling down across from Cosima. "Ah, this does feel nice." Salivating at the two delicious sights in front of her, Cosima licks her lips as she watches Delphine dig her spoon into the creamy confection and then take it into her own mouth, "Mmm, délicieux."

"Hey, I thought you brought that back for me," Cosima whines as she sits up.

"Oh, pardon, where are my manners," Delphine scoots closer to Cosima as she reloads the spoon, then brings it up to Cosima's mouth.

Cosima parts her lips and takes the bite, a huge grin immediately forming across her lips, "Oh, oh yeah, it tastes just as good as it looks."

Delphine proceeds to continue spoon feeding Cosima, while stealing a few bites for herself. As she reaches the bottom of the bowl, she scoops up the last bit of meringue and bypasses Cosima's waiting mouth, smearing it all over her nose and cheeks instead.

"Excuse me, what did you do that for?" Cosima complains.

"Sorry, bad aim," Delphine apologizes as she places the bowl beside the tub and moves into Cosima's space, "let me get that for you." Delphine's tongue pokes out and she glides it up the right side of Cosima's face, lapping up the cream beneath it. She then sucks gently on Cosima's nose before her tongue finishes its cleanup down Cosima's left cheek, coming to a stop at Cosima's mouth, where she shares the fruits of her labor with Cosima.

"Mmmm. Have I told you lately how much I enjoy bath time?"

"Probably, but you can continue telling me."

"I really, really, really enjoy bath time," Cosima hums as Delphine settles over her, her hands gripping the edge of the tub on either side of Cosima's head as their lips reattach and she grinds her lower body down against Cosima's.

As Delphine gets a bit overzealous with her ministrations, Cosima's face dips under the surface and she coughs up water. "Merde, are you okay."

"Yeah, just a little water, nothing the winner of the medal of perseverance can't handle," Cosima smirks.

"I appreciate your commitment to persevering through these perilous conditions."

"Trust me," Cosima reaches an arm around the back of Delphine's neck, "the reward is so worth the risk." She pulls Delphine's face back down, keeping her own head above water as they kiss.

Delphine removes her right hand from its grip on the tub and skims it down the length of Cosima's body before reaching its final destination, the water aiding her fingers in their deep exploration. The motion of Cosima's hips in response to the sensation causes waves to ripple through the tub as Delphine brings her closer and closer to the brink. As she spills over the edge, Cosima throws her head back wildly, making a loud thud against the side of the tub.

"Oh, mon dieu," Delphine quickly withdraws her fingers and brings her hand up to caress the back of Cosima's head. "Does it hurt?"

"A little bit," Cosima admits as she starts laughing uncontrollably.

Delphine looks at her with concern, "Do you need medical attention? You may be delirious."

"No, I'm fine," Cosima continues cackling

"What's so funny?"

"This," Cosima giggles, "you just nearly killed me twice while getting it on in the tub. And I thought skiing was going to be the dangerous activity of my vacation. Glacier crossing wasn't even this treacherous. When they say you see stars, I don't think they meant it quite like this."

"Désolé," Delphine kisses Cosima's head. The quakes of laughter rippling through Cosima prove to be infectious as Delphine soon joins in on the hysterics.

"Come," Delphine finally says as their laughter dies down, "lets get you into bed." She stands and helps Cosima to her feet, drying them both off before returning to the room.

"Lay down, I'm going to get some ice for that bump." Delphine pulls on a robe and takes the ice bucket into the hall, returning a couple minutes later. She wraps several ice cubes in a towel and holds it under Cosima's head.

"Thank you, Doctor Cormier."

"You're welcome," Delphine smiles. "It's the least I can do after injuring you."

"I'll live."

"I'm glad."

After letting Delphine apply the ice for 10 minutes, Cosima sits up and take the towel from her hand. "You should really keep that on for another 10 minutes," Delphine warns.

"It barely hurts anymore," Cosima assures, "besides, there's something else I need to do right now."

"Oh really, what's that?"

"The gorgeous blonde taking such good care of me," Cosima responds with a twinkle in her eye as she tugs at the belt on Delphine's robe, releasing the knot and allowing the robe to fall open. She then grabs an ice cube and places it on Delphine's breastbone before slowly sliding it down, down, down, sending a thrilling chill throughout Delphine's body.