Well, the story has kind of? reached an end. I've gotten to a point where everyone's major problem has been resolved, meaning a lot of things after here are just filler. I plan to try to keep updating with somewhat of a backbone but the following chapters may go off on many different tangents.

Kalista held Zed's hand, leading him to the restaurant they planned to go to for lunch. They arrived, the person at the front desk greeting them. "How many?" She asked.

"T-table for..." Zed started.

"Table for two, please." Kalista interrupted him, looking at her boyfriend with a smile.

"Yeah."

The lady nodded. "Right this way." She then led them to a table, where the two sat across from each other, a candle lit in the middle.

"I'm so glad I finally convinced you to wear something other than your armor somewhere."

"I might've changed, but it seems you've changed even more. You seem a lot more energetic."

"Well..." Kalista thought. "Hecarim was kind of like a ball and chain tied to my leg, and when it got cut off it was really rejuvenating, y'know?"

Zed nodded. "I know the feeling."

"Another thing is the fact that you really seem flustered." Kalista chuckled.

"Admittedly, this is my first date. You've had experience with dating before, but me? Not at all. And feelings aren't exactly something you can fight in combat." Zed replied.

The waiter came then, taking their orders. After he left, they continued chatting. After twenty minutes of hearty conversation, their meals came.

"I wonder how Aatrox is doing." Kalista stated.

"Mhm. I feel bad for him, having to take on such a responsibility. We'll have to take the kids next time..."

Aatrox sighed as his tray was filled up at the League's cafeteria. He scanned the tables for open seats, eventually finding one with Shen, Kennen, and Akali.

"Hey guys, hopefully you don't mind if I sit here." Aatrox said, walking over to the table.

"Not at all." Kennen replied.

"Thanks, Zed and Kalista are out somewhere and I'm left with the kids." he sighed.

"Sounds like something they'd do." Akali chuckled. Meanwhile, the younger forms of the trio sat at a nearby table with more of their kind, where they conversed happily.

"Word around the League is there was some big skirmish earlier today. Know anything about it?" Shen asked.

"Actually, it's quite a funny story. I died during it. Luckily, my blood well brought me back."

"Interesting." Akali commented.

"Well it all started when I found out Hecarim was abusing Kalista. At that point, I told her to confront him about it and I'd be there to back her up. And that's exactly what happened. Kalista 'killed' me to gain his trust, them injured him severely later as payback. I have a feeling Hecarim won't be much of a problem for a while." Aatrox smiled.

"That's good to know." Kennen told him.

"I guess Kalista and Zed had feelings for each other, and now they're in a relationship. They're out eating lunch right now, leaving me with those guys." Aatrox gestured to the three kids playfully yelling at each other.

"Good for them. I'm glad Kalista has a way to recover, and even more glad my friend Zed gained something from this whole thing." Shen replied.

"Well we should probably get going." Akali told her two friends. "See you around, Aatrox." The three got up then left, leaving Aatrox alone at the table. In fact, he was pretty much the only one in the cafeteria at the moment.

He nearly jumped in shock as a warm, slender hand found its way to Aatrox's shoulder. He turned around to see Elise herself right behind him.

"Hey Aatrox, it looks like you have a lot of company right now..." She whispered right over his shoulder.

"Yeah, Kalista and Zed are out getting lunch so I'm kind of stuck with the kids right now."

"What a shame~" Elise replied, sitting next to him. "What do you say we go to my place for the time being?"

"Normally I would decline, but it'd be pretty boring taking care of these guys alone so I'll be happy to join you."

"Wonderful." She smiled, leading the way, swaying her hips as she walked. This action was blatantly ignored by Aatrox as he and young Kalista, Zed, Aatrox, and Elise followed. It wasn't long before they reached her room. She unlocked it, beckoning to the couch. "Take a seat."

Aatrox sat on the black leather couch, which was surprisingly comfortable as he slowly sank down in it. Elise sat next to him, snaking her arm around his neck as she leaned into him. The kids chased each other around in the other room, their excited squeals barely audible.

Well it's nice Elise is showing me friendship. Is she being a good person or is this manipulation? Either way, it's better than being alone.

After Zed and Kalista finished their dinner, they boxed up their leftovers and started walking home. Zed held Kalista's hand as they happily walked home.

This is great... Zed thought. I'm so glad everything turned out well. It's like a hole in my heart is filled.

I feel so much lighter without Hecarim... Kalista thought. Plus I'm with Zed...

The two finally arrived at Aatrox's dorm. After knocking on the door, there was no response.

"Where are you, Aatrox?" Zed asked to no one in particular.