A/N So here it is, the final chapter. I couldn't leave you hanging over the weekend. This chapter is a little long but it was tough to break up. Enjoy!

Ezra's POV

The last week of the summer sucked. There was really no better way to say it. Hardy, Spencer, and Hanna tried to keep me busy but I was just lost without Aria. Every day I went to work, did what I needed to do and then went back to my cabin. I was avoiding as many people as possible. I was miserable and it wasn't fair to make others miserable too.

I noticed that the entire staff was shunning Jackie. It was really nice to know people cared about me and Aria and were not going to tolerate her behavior. It made me happy to know that her last week here was just as bad as mine. I think that was the only good thing that came out of it.

I was looking forward to getting back to the city, moving into my new place, starting my new job and trying my best to get Aria back. Whatever it took, I was going to make it happen.

Aria's POV

Thank god I have been so busy settling into school and my new job. There was a lot of prep work that was involved in setting up the dorm, as well as meeting my residents. I did not have a lot of time to think about Ezra, which was a good thing because every time I did I cried. I was hoping it was going to get easier but I'm sure it wouldn't.

Once classes started and I got into a routine I think life would get a little bit easier. Though, I did not want to admit this but I continued to look for his face in crowds of people. Maybe after a few weeks I would rethink my plan and try to reconnect with him. I was still a little upset but maybe with some time I could get beyond it. I really did miss him.

Ezra's POV

The Tuesday after Labor Day I arrived at work. Logan Publishing Firm was small but interesting. They published books that the mass market wasn't interested in, which I liked. It was a way to meet up and coming authors before they made it big. My new co-worker Lindsay was really nice too. She was going to help me get settled and learn the ropes.

"So Ezra, why did you choose publishing?" Lindsay asked.

"I love books and being a part of the creative process, even when I'm not that creative myself."

"That's a good way of saying it. Where are you from?"

"New York. I went to college in Pennsylvania but my family is from here."

"Nice. Welcome home!" Lindsay was so enthusiastic; I just wish I was in a better mood for her. She showed me around and introduced me to a lot of people. She showed me my desk and gave me my first assignment. "Do you want to grab lunch later?" She asked.

"Thanks, but actually I need to go meet my new landlord and get the keys to my new place."

"Oh, that's exciting. I'll see you later then."

My apartment was small but it suited me. The landlord had been nice enough to give the spare key to my mother so she could have the movers come and bring the big pieces of furniture. The rest of my boxes were in the middle of my living space. I had my work cut out for me to unpack this weekend.

As I stood there my mind drifted to Aria. I wonder when the first day of classes was. I wonder how she liked her new job. I was going to have to do something soon or I wasn't going to be able to do anything but think of her.

The first thing I did when I got back to work was email Spencer.

Hey Spencer,

It's Ezra. Just wondering if you have Aria's school address. I'd like to send her something.

Thanks,

Ezra

I decided mailing her something would be more personal than a text or email. I wanted to call her but I wasn't sure if she'd even take my calls. I would think of something clever to say and break the ice that way.

Aria's POV

So being a RA wasn't exactly fun. It was like being a big sister to forty boys and girls. People didn't get along, some were home sick and I had to be there to help them all. I was still depressed about Ezra so I wasn't sure I should be giving advice but there was nothing I could do.

The great thing about being a RA was the room to myself. I had a double room for one. I had so much space, two closets and I was able to decorate any way I wanted. It was still a work in progress but it was getting there.

Classes had started so I had something to throw myself into. I also had a bunch of reading to do. My plan of reading over the summer got a little side tracked because of spending time with Ezra. Not that I'm complaining, I had fun but now I had to focus. Though sometimes I couldn't. I wondered how and where his new place was. How was his new job? Just as I was starting to feel sorry for myself I heard a knock on the door.

"Aria," I heard someone call. I had a feeling I knew who it was.

"Hi Jane," I said opening the door. Jane was a freshman and was having a little trouble adjusting to being by herself.

"Can I ask you a question?"

"Sure, come on in."

"If I wanted to transfer how would I do that?" She asked. We had learned about this during orientation. Our initial goal was to talk the student down first.

"What kind of transfer? School, dorm, roommate, class?"

"Schools I think. I'm not sure I can be this far away from my family and friends."

"Well first things first, we need to get through a week. I didn't think I would survive last year either, but I did."

"Yeah but I'm so different than everyone else."

"You're really not. I was a lot like you. I had my close friends and never thought I'd make new ones, but I did and I had a great time. I think once you get into the swing of things with classes you'll feel better."

"I hope so."

"Just do me a favor. Try to see how the week goes. Then we can talk again but you really need to give it more than two days."

"Thanks Aria, I know you're right. Thanks for just listening."

"That's what I'm here for." I said as she left. I wished I had someone to talk to and make me feel better. I had to stop feeling sorry for myself and start focusing.

Ezra's POV

I couldn't believe three weeks had gone by already. I had been so busy at work trying to get the hang of everything that I hadn't had a chance to get in touch with Aria. Spencer was kind enough to send me her address but I hadn't done anything with it yet. As I walked back to my desk with takeout I decided to write her a letter and get it already to mail. If I did it right now I wouldn't forget about it. Sitting at my desk staring at the paper I decided to keep it short and sweet.

Aria,

I miss you every minute of every day.

I love you with all of my heart.

Ezra

I hope that this didn't scare her off but it was how I felt and it was true. I folded the note inside my new letter head with my work address, phone numbers and email address. I also gave her my new address too. If she wanted to find me she could. My fingers were crossed that she still wanted to. If she didn't then I would know it was time to move on.

"Who's Aria?" Lindsay asked looking over my shoulder.

"The love of my life," I answered simply.

"Oh," she seemed shocked to hear my answer.

"We aren't together right now but I'm hoping to win her back."

"I'm sorry I'm so nosy but Ezra, that letter will do it."

"You think so?"

"If a man wrote me a note like that and just came right out and told me how he felt," she said pausing. "It would be wonderful to know I was that loved."

"Thanks. I hope she will give me a chance."

"Well, I'm pulling for you. God I love a good romance." Lindsay said.

"Thanks." I said excusing myself. I was going to personally walk this to the mail box. I wanted to see it go in the slot. If this didn't work I wasn't sure what my next plan was but I'd come up with something.

Aria's POV

It was the Friday before Columbus Day weekend. I couldn't believe a month had gone by already. I was surprised to not hear from Ezra but maybe it was a good thing. I was so excited to have the weekend off. I was originally going to go home but I decided to stay in the city. It would be more fun and I could do a little exploring. I was hoping to go to the Museum of Natural History tomorrow and just poke around. As I was heading to my room I heard my name being called. I turned and saw Jane.

"Hey," I said hoping nothing was wrong. She had seemed to be doing better. I hoped nothing had changed.

"Hi. I just wanted to give you this. I think it got mixed in with my mail. Sorry I've had it for about week; I've just been busy and haven't really seen you."

"That's ok," I said barely looking at her. My eyes were glued on the return address. It was from Ezra.

"Are you ok? Is something wrong?" Jane asked.

"I'm fine. I just need to go. Thanks Jane." I said hurrying to my dorm. My heart was beating out of my chest. I couldn't believe he sent this. Just when I was beginning to think he had forgotten about me. I needed to see what it said.

I unlocked the door and sat on my bed staring at the envelope. I was nervous to open it. I was afraid it was a goodbye letter which was not what I was hoping for. Considering I was the one to end everything I was shocked that I was getting my hopes up about this letter. I needed to call Spencer.

"Are you busy?" I said before she even said hello.

"Aria, what's wrong?"

"I got a letter today from Ezra and I want someone to open it with me."

"Well, I'm a little far away right now."

"Spencer, you know what I mean, I need moral support."

"I'm just giving you a hard time. Go ahead and open it. Tell me what it says," she said as I picked it up. I opened the letter and started to tear up. "Aria, what does it say?" Spencer demanded.

"It says 'Aria, I miss you every minute of every day. I love you with all of my heart. Ezra.' That's it." I said taking a breath. "Spencer, are you still there?"

"Oh Aria, you need to find him. You have to fix this. He truly loves you."

"He really does, doesn't he?"

"Aria, you can't lose him. I know the summer was hard but you really need to try again. Maybe it will be different in New York."

"You're right. You are absolutely right. I think I might just show up on his doorstep tomorrow."

"Oh my god, you should."

"That's what I'm going to do. Thanks for listening Spence," I said.

"Any time. Please let me know what happens?"

"Of course I will. Talk to you soon."

"Bye," Spencer said hanging up. Now I needed to get my trusty map of the city out and figure out where he lived and how to get there. I could go to the museum another time. I really need to see him. Tomorrow couldn't come soon enough.

Ezra's POV

I had sent the letter about a week ago and hadn't heard anything. Maybe I wouldn't, I didn't know. I had hoped she would read it and contact me but she hadn't. However, I was not giving up that easily. I know this is the start of a holiday weekend but I was going to see if she was at the dorm tomorrow. If she wasn't there, someone would know where she was.

The next morning I got up early. I wasn't sure how long it was going to take me to get to her dorm but I wanted to get there so I didn't miss her. I think I was on the subway by 8:15am. My heart was racing. I just wanted to see her face, hear her voice and hopefully she wanted to see me.

Aria' POV

I had a plan and route to get there. Ezra actually wasn't that far away from my dorm using the subway and walking a little. I know it's a holiday weekend. He could have plans or be away but I needed to see. I had his letter in my pocket and I was out of the dorm at 8:30am. I wanted to catch him before his day started. Even if I woke him up I didn't care. I just wanted to see his face. I was excited but cautiously optimistic.

I told myself even if I didn't find him today I would find him. I would sit in front of his apartment every night until I caught him. I really wanted to make this work. It shouldn't have ended this summer and I haven't been happy since.

I arrived at his building around 9:15am. I rang the buzzer next to the name E. Fitz but there was no answer. Luckily someone came out of the building and held the door for me.

I went to his door and knocked. I waited a few minutes and knocked again. Just as I was about to knock a third time someone walked past me.

"He left early this morning, when I went out for coffee." The person said.

"Oh, ok thanks." I headed back to the sidewalk and stood there for a moment. I have no idea where he could be. I really wanted to text him but then it would ruin the surprise.

I decided to head towards Central Park. Maybe I'd go to the museum for a little while and come back later and see if he was there. I decided to walk because it wasn't too far and it would give me time to think.

Ezra's POV

I arrived at Aria's dorm around 9:30am. I did not have her code to call up to her dorm so I slipped in with some other students. I could pass for a senior; at least I thought I could. Plus it was early and a weekend, no one was really paying much attention to me.

I found her door quickly. The designs on it were so her. I knocked and waited for her to answer. A few minutes went by and I knocked again. Checking my watch it was still early. Maybe she went to breakfast? I waited a minute more and then decided to leave. A girl was heading towards the bathroom and I decided to ask if she had seen her.

"Excuse me, have you seen Aria?" I asked.

"I think she headed out pretty early," the girl said.

"Do you know where she went?"

"No, sorry. I think she was just going to walk around the city or something."

"Oh ok. Thanks," I said starting to leave.

"Do you want me to tell her you stopped by?" She called after me.

"No that's ok. It is kind of a surprise. I'll find her," I said as I headed to the exit. That was wishful thinking, finding her in Manhattan.

If I were Aria where would I go? She's probably at some museum or sitting on a bench reading. I decided to head to Central Park because there were a few museums around there and plenty of places to read. If I didn't find her I'd head back here later.

Aria's POV

I was standing in front of the Museum of Natural History and there was a line to get in. Of course there was. It was a holiday weekend and everyone was out and about, plus tourists were coming to the city as well. I decided to go sit in the park for a little while until it quieted down.

I stood at the cross walk waiting for the light to change. I had pulled the letter out of my pocket to read it again. Every time I did the words made my heart race. I suddenly had this strange feeling that someone was staring at me. When I looked up my eyes locked with his. "Ezra," I said out loud. There he was standing across the street. Our paths had crossed! The light turned allowing us to cross the street. I started to sprint. He held his arms open and I jumped into his arms.

"God I've missed you," he said in my ear. He held me tight and wouldn't let me go.

"I love you!" I said into his ear, pressing my face into his neck. I inhaled deeply; I missed the way he smelled.

"I love you too. I was so worried you didn't get my note."

"I got it yesterday and I had to come find you," I said. He finally was releasing his grip on me.

"Let me look at you." He stared at me. Then he pushed my hair out of my face. "Oh Aria, I'm so sorry. I never meant," I put my finger on his lips to make him stop.

"That is in the past. All I want to do is think about you, me and the future." I said leaning in to kiss him. I pressed my lips firmly on his, I was afraid this was just a dream. I wanted to make sure it wasn't. My fingers were running through his hair. He held me tight and returned my kiss with just as much passion.

"Don't leave me again," he said as we finally pulled away from each other.

"I won't, I promise." I said grabbing his hand. We started to walk through the park. We had a lot to catch up on, but I knew everything was going to be alright. We were together now, no matter what happens we would make it work.

Thank you for all the reviews, I really appreciate them. I'm thinking about a possible sequel so I left this pretty open. I hope you all enjoyed!