Mia reached out for Royce's perfectly formed hand, and led him out of the basement. They both came to greet the others without taking their eyes off each other. Everyone greeted Royce just the same as he had greeted the others, Ryan looked coldy at Royce, his enormous ego suddenly shrinking. Everyone was stunned at how beautiful Royce was, he didn't look a day over 17, a fresh faced young man. Standing at 6ft 2in, he was Mia's idea of perfection, dark charcoal hair that contrasted beautifully with his pale, smooth skin. "You scrub up well, kid" Ryan smirked, Royce flashed him a smile, a perfect smile. Mia was glued to his side, staring in admiration at this beautiful young man. Ryan bowed his head slightly, and silently left the room whilst everyone buzzed around the newly transformed Royce. Ryan kicked open the front door into the crisp evening air, he looked up to the sky and sighed. 'Why do I have to feel this way?' he thought to himself, he growled under his breath and stormed off down the garden. Just as he reached the end of the driveway, footsteps were thumping down behind him. "Ryan!", Ryan turned to see Mia running towards him. "Where are you going? We're all going to celebrate!" she said between breaths. "Ah right, well I'm just going for a walk, it's all a bit overwhelming" Ryan said, Mia crumpled her eyebrows in confusion. Ryan smirked, "Y'know, being a sexy beast and everything... overwhelming". Mia chuckled, "That's the Ryan I love". Ryan winced, realising that Mia will never love him the way he loves her. Mia gave him a quick hug and ran back towards the house. Ryan watched her as she walked through the door, into the front room, where she fell into the arms of 'pretty boy'. "Bet he's got a small dick..." Ryan mumbled to himself as he wandered off into the woods.
Everyone was stood around the kitchen, chatting and laughing. Mia looked around, it wasn't long ago that these people were tortured ghosts, miserable in life and death, and she saved them... Mia saved them. A small smile spread across her face as she looked upon the happy scene. Billy was sitting on the kitchen side, laughing and chuckling as he bugged George for a piggy back. Royce and Jean were deep in cheerful conversation, like a mother and son. Dennis and Susan were sitting at the kitchen table, both smiling. Despite Mia's dislike of Susan, she couldn't help but feel happy at the thought of Dennis being happy with someone. Mia briefly looked around to see if Ryan had returned from his little walk, and was dissapointed when she saw no sign of him. Jean gently tapped Mia on the shoulder and hugged her, her beautiful face still scarred and burnt. "Everyone seems really happy" she whispered with a smile on her face. Mia nodded in agreement, "Yeah... But what about you? Jean... I don't want you to leave, and I think I speak for everyone when I say that". Jean sighed and remained silent for a few seconds. "Mia, you can understand my reasons for leaving... if I stayed, I'd need to see my family... my real family. I just can't do that to them, I can't walk back in their lives like nothing happened, it'd be impossible...". Mia understood completely. Jean placed a small hand on Mia's shoulder, "You should be proud of yourself, not only have you saved your own family... you've created a new one". They both looked over to see Billy being chased by George and Royce, a happy squealing child, a happy family. "So, when do you want to...? You know", Mia whispered, turning her attention back to Jean. "Tomorrow... let them have their night" she replied. Royce came running over and grabbed Mia round her waist and threw her over his shoulder, "You're a lot heavier now that I'm human!" Royce laughed, Mia gently tapped the back of his head, "Cheeky!". "Come on, Royce! I tagged you! You're the indian now, and I'm the cowboy!" Billy cried from across the kitchen, Royce apologised and put Mia back onto her feet before running off, with Billy chasing after him. Squeals and shouting could be heard throughout the giant house, with George and Royce happily entertaining Billy. Dennis and Susan both left the kitchen, and walked upstairs to the attic room. The room was lit up, the bright night stars shining through the skylight. The room was fairly basic, a couple of sofas, and armchairs, just in case someone wanted some privacy. Dennis opened the large balcony doors, and stood looking out into the distance. "Thankyou for what you've done..." Susan whispered. Dennis took her hand and squeezed it reassuringly. "I had a feeling the hard exterior was just an act" Dennis chuckled. Susan smiled, "I've been told I'm no good for so long that I just started to believe it... I may have been a bit sexually promiscuous in my younger years, but I never intended for anyone to get hurt. I was just a stupid teenager, eager to prove to everyone I wasn't a good little rich girl". "Well maybe now it's time to show everyone you're true nature, especially Mia... She's done a lot for all of us, and I had to put my neck on the line for you" Dennis replied. Dennis' laugh broke the night's silence, "I bet everyone thinks we're doing it!". Susan cringed slightly, "No offence, but you aren't my type". Dennis returned the cringe, "same here, sister!... I think we both just needed a friend, some mutual support, and we've found it in each other". They both smiled at one another, content with their promising friendship. "The wanderer returns..." Dennis sighed, they both looked across the garden at Ryan trudging through the edge of the woods. "He's no longer a cavity stricken, long haired monster, he should be happy!" Susan cried. "It's Mia... she's helped him a lot, and I think he's got a soft spot for her now. Royce hates it." Dennis whispers. The kitchen door below slams shut as Ryan enters the house. "Ryan likes Mia?" Susan asked. Dennis nodded, "It needs to get solved soon, otherwise it'll tear this family apart..." Dennis said as he walked back into the attic room. Susan closed the balcony doors, and smiled to herself. Whilst she knew she wasn't really an evil person, she couldn't help but feel like she was entitled to such a beauty as Royce. 'If Ryan wants Mia, and I want Royce... I'm sure there is a way for us all to get what we want...' she thought to herself. Dennis motioned for her to follow him downstairs, "Come on, it's getting late". Susan nodded and followed, hiding her grin from Dennis.
Ryan sat himself down on the large red armchair, and threw his head back against the headrest. "Hey! You're back", Ryan sat up and looked around to see Mia walk into the living room. She sat herself down on the sofa next to him, "How was your walk?" she asked. "Good, except being human again means I have certain needs... so I had to crap in the woods" Ryan replied. Mia's nose twisted, "I love that you're so charming". Ryan laughed, "when nature calls, you gotta' wipe your ass on it". Mia laughed, "you're disgusting". Mia loved talking with Ryan, he was her best friend in so many ways. The toughest nut to crack, was now in many ways her favourite. Ryan pushed back his dark hair and rubbed his face, "man, being human makes you tired!". "You haven't slept in over 100 years, I think you deserve a good night's sleep, Ryan" Mia said. Ryan nodded and flashed her a gorgeous smile, Mia's heart skipped, and she felt herself flushing a shade of pink. Ryan knew how attractive he was, and used it to his advantage, he definitely enjoyed making Mia blush. "Mia, I think this one is out for the night..." Royce whispered, he walked into the living room, holding Billy in his arms, fast asleep. Mia and Ryan laughed quietly, "Let's take him to bed" Mia said, Ryan sat up and opened him arms, "I'll take the little nutter". Royce passed Billy to him, "Ryan... where's your cage?" Billy grumbled through his sleep. Ryan smiled, "the scrap-man, kid". Ryan took Billy upstairs, leaving Mia and Royce together. Royce yawned, and still managed to look gorgeous. "I think it's bedtime for us too" Mia smiled, Royce held out his hand and pulled Mia into his arms, he gently kissed her hair and nodded. "Definitely. Our first night together" Royce whispered. Mia led the way upstairs to her bedroom... their bedroom now. Royce walked into the room and slowly took off his t-shirt, no longer stained with blood, and revealing his torn skin. He gently touched his torso, faint abs lay beneath his fair skin, his chest and stomach lined with dark hairs. Royce stared long and hard at his reflection in the bathroom mirror, his sculpted jawline was now free of scars, his black hair no longer matted with blood and deep wounds. Royce felt like he was in a dream, he hadn't seen his face properly for over 50 years. "Admiring your beauty, are you?" Mia wrapped her arms around Royce's waist, softly stroking his chest. Royce chuckled, "you can see why I was good with the ladies", winking at her in the mirror. Royce turned to face Mia, "I'm going to jump in the shower first, and then I'm going to really make you enjoy our first night together", he kissed her softly on her lips, making Mia tingle. She watched as Royce undressed, she could finally see his entire body in all its perfection. His strong, muscular legs matched his toned muscular arms, anyone would be able to tell he was athletic. Mia got undressed, spruced her hair and make up, and settled herself in between the sheets, waiting for Royce to join her. Mia lay on the bed, twiddling her thumbs and trying to control her nerves. Of course, she'd been intimate with men before, but never actually had sex, and definitely not with someone as handsome as Royce. Whilst Mia was a pretty girl, she knew she was plain, and certainly not someone to stand out of a crowd. Neverthless, Royce saw her as the most beautiful girl in the world, the one person who saw his beauty when everyone else thought he was a monster. He wanted nothing more than to show Mia how much he loved her, to show her that no matter what, he would always love her. Mia broke out of her daydream as the shower squeaked to a stop. Royce walked out of the bathroom, towel neatly wrapped around his waist. Mia round herself biting her lip and silently urging him to drop the towel. Royce grinned at her whilst he un-tied the towel. Mia gasped. 'He's perfect... and all mine' she thought to herself. Royce walked towards the bed and softly started to kiss Mia's lips, which quickly turned into deeper kisses, filled with passion and excitement. Mia revelled in Royce's body, running her hands all over him, finally feeling him for the first time, right there with her in the flesh. Mia pulled Royce on top of her, kissing him passionately as he enjoyed touching her. Mia looked deep into his eyes, "I'm ready" she whispered breathlessly. A sexy smile spread across Royce's face as he gently positioned himself between Mia's legs. Mia glued herself to Royce's lips as the sharp pains consumed her, she wanted it to stop, but continue all at the same time. It pained Royce to put Mia through this pain, he slowly started to kiss her neck and breasts, in hope it would take away from the pain. Mia focused on Royce, determined to see it through. Their first time together, painful... but magical to Mia. Royce positioned himself on top of Mia and held her close whilst he kissed her, showing her how much he loved her. Mia closed her eyes and concentrated on Royce's touch, smell, and taste. She wanted nothing more than to enjoy him.