A/N: Well, this is the end of the story and it's a really short epilogue which I kind of feel bad about, but I think it's time that this story was over. This chapter is dedicated to all my reviewers and those who have been reading. I couldn't help but smile ever time I updated. :)

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Chapter Twenty-One—Everything's Going To Fall Right Into Place
(Epilogue)

After our successful expedition of inexperienced tomb raiding, it had taken us almost a week to recover. There were still wounds to heal and sleep to be caught up on and although Koenma had sent a cleaning crew to our house, I felt more comfortable recuperating at Genkai's compound where my former Guardian could keep an eye on me. Currently we were lying in bed, looking out at the full moon and discussing our future among other things. Hiei couldn't get past the fact that just because he had marked me, that didn't mean that we were legally married in Ningenkai terms and until we were, I wouldn't be mating with him. For some reason that just didn't feel right to me, but then again, I wasn't born a youkai either.

"You know what?" I digressed from our current conversation. "I feel like going out tonight. Wanna go somewhere?"

"Where?" Hiei asked, a little put off that I had suddenly gotten distracted.

"Wherever you want. After all, you'll be taking me there." I grinned when he rolled his eyes at me, but nonetheless, he pulled me onto his back and jumped out the open window.

The good thing about being gone so long is that when you come back, without a doubt some things will have changed….and sometimes there are even presents waiting for you. When we returned, for example, we found a very good friend of ours waiting for us.

~FLASHBACK~

We had just gotten back from listening to Koenma's surprised reactions at Takeo still being alive when we brought him in and Botan's excited squeals that she knew we would be able to succeed all along. We had entered the living room of the compound and found a dark haired, scruffy figure standing at 5'9" in jeans and an orange T-shirt, occupying our couch and talking to Yukina—a fact that both Kuwabara and Hiei weren't too happy about since they didn't know the stranger. However, he wasn't a stranger to all of us.

"Bud!" Christy shouted excitedly, tackling my older brother.

He laughed as she squeezed him in a hug and lifted him off of the ground. "Well, if it isn't my good buddy Christy."

~END FLASHBACK~

I had been scared of what he might think of my being a fox youkai, but he already knew about it from Koenma. Apparently, while we were still on our journey, the background of Takeo had been revealed even though his whereabouts had not and once the pacifier-bearing prince found out, he had called in our families to strike a deal. Not only had our parents been spirit detectives, but our families had also become members of Koenma's staff after they had died since the whole thing had been a strange circumstance involving youkai. Since the cause of their deaths was about to be caught, Koenma thought that it would be fair if one person could come back to life and become a spirit detective again. The only restriction was that it couldn't be someone who had been in the business before and so Bud was voted to be the lucky candidate.

"Where are you going?" my ever protective older brother demanded when we entered the clearing where they were still training. He paused his session with Yusuke to cast an intimidating look over at Hiei.

Yusuke, Kuwabara, and Bud had become fast friends, having to go through hell together with Genkai. Tayg, Jin (when he came back to visit his cousin), and even Touya (their ice master friend and another acquaintance of Yusuke's) also got along. Bud and the Irishmen spent the nights drinking and laughing and Touya would take shifts with the rest of us to make sure they didn't have too much. He was a cool-headed individual. The first night that he was here, I decided that I liked him and hoped to see more of him in the near future.

"Out," I replied. "There's a full moon tonight. We won't be too long."

Bud's eyes narrowed. "Just keep your clothes on. If you get pregnant, I'll kill him first and then I'll kill you."

I waved him off as Hiei passed through the trees on the opposite side of the area. "I'm always in control."

"Hn," Hiei snorted underneath me. "We'll see."

~THIRD PERSON POV~

Kurama had also spent a lot of his time at the compound, only returning home once to tell his family that some old friends (Jin and Touya) had come to visit Yusuke and he would be staying at the compound to spend time with them. He was actually hoping to spend some extra time with Christy before taking her home to meet his parents, but she had been a little distant as of late. He glanced out the window and, catching sight of what phase the moon was in, let out a deep sigh.

"Ah, the full moon," Youko purred from the depths of his mind.

"I suppose you'll insist on being let out?" guessed Kurama.

"Of course," said his counterpart. "I would venture to say that I have earned it with how well I behaved during that last escapade."

"I guess that would be fair," conceded Kurama and, sighing again, he climbed out of his window.

A silver mist surrounded the redheaded boy as he walked through the forest in which Genkai's compound was hid. His eyes swirled to gold and he grew in stature, his gate lengthening with each step he took. His once red hair that was bouncing as he walked was now silver and flying out behind him as he relished the feel of running with inhuman speed. Fox ears replaced human ears and, at last, the nine tails spouted. Youko Kurama was free.

His long run stopped in a clearing as he contemplated what sort of havoc he should raise that night. His hand caressed the trunk of a nearby tree before he looked up at the full moon, smiled, and gave his lanky body a good stretch.

"Night out, Youko?" a female voice asked.

~KAT'S POV~

The silver fox looked up to the branch where Hiei and I were sitting with a mischievous smile on his face. I knew that Kurama had to be kicking himself for making a deal with his counterpart to let him have the nights with full moons. After all, Youko was a thief and there were plenty of nice jewelry stores just waiting for him to commit the perfect crime.

Coming to a quick decision, I nodded west of us. "Christy's by the lake—that way—if you were wondering."

Youko's smile widened. "Thank you, Kat." He made a move to start off again, but suddenly stopped and turned back as if he forgot something. "I think I should admit that we are a bit alike."

I rolled my eyes. "Thanks, I'll take that as a compliment. But I'm going to give you the same warning that my brother just gave me. If you get her pregnant, I'll kill you first and then I'll kill her. Save the both of you the fate and keep your pride where it belongs."

He chuckled, but nodded his head in acknowledgement of my warning before he bounded off again, tails whipping playfully in his search for our wolf friend.

"Pervert," I murmured after him.

"Hn," agreed Hiei.

~CHRISTY'S POV~

Footsteps nearing the lake snapped me to attention and I jumped to my feet, bringing my rose whip to life. A tall, silver-haired fox youkai stepped out of the forest, a playful grin on his face. He was really hot! Where did he come from?

"Hello, Christy," he purred out in a smooth voice. "It's good to finally meet you."

Now I remembered. That was the same voice Kurama's had changed into when Takeo was threatening my life. "Youko?"

"There's only one," he said, his sexy smile still in place. "What are you doing out here all by yourself?"

I looked back at the lake. "Sitting and thinking."

"It is beautiful isn't it?" He walked over to me and took my hand, pulling me back into a sitting position at the water's edge. "What could you possibly be thinking about on a night like this?"

I smiled. His timing was so wrong to be asking me that question. "You."

"Really?" he chuckled.

"Well, I had just never seen that side of Kurama before. He was still himself, but he was taking on a little piece of you, too, and I thought he was going to tear that poor guy's head off."

Youko narrowed his eyes. "I would have liked to."

"I know, but it wasn't his place to and I think he would have realized that if he was thinking more rationally. He had a really scary expression on his face and I thought I'd lost him."

"You don't need to worry about Shuichi. Even if he does turn into me, he always finds his way back."

I looked up at him and then burst into giggles over how far I actually had to look up to meet his face.

"What?" he asked.

"I feel really small. Now I know how Kat must feel," I replied. Youko shook his head. "But I guess that her size didn't make a difference in anything. I mean, look, she's got Hiei now. I always imagined her with a tall guy like you. Personally, I'm glad that I got you guys instead. I like you way more than Hiei."

"Is that so?" he said, eyebrow raised.

"Yeah. I think Jaganshi's a crankasaurus, as I've said to his face, and I annoy him with my hyperness and cool words that don't exist."

Youko chuckled at that. "You do have quite an extensive vocabulary. But you're right, they do have each other now." He was quiet for a minute. "Did you know the hybrid marked your friend as his mate?"

"Really?" I squealed. "Yay! Now Kat will be happier….I hope."

"And what about you?" he asked. "I know Shuichi has discussed the mating rituals of youkai with you."

~YOUKO'S POV~

"Me? Hmm…." She trailed off thoughtfully.

Don't you dare! Shuichi yelled at me. I agree with Kat—we have to be married in human terms first!

Honestly, Shuichi, must you take the joy out of everything? I pouted.

Youko…. he growled warningly.

Alright, alright, have it your way. I'll just kiss her for now.

"I don't want to be bit," Christy concluded.

"I see." I slumped my shoulders and feigned disappointment.

She hugged me. "Don't worry, I still love you a whole bunch! Both of you!"

That's good to know. I bent and kissed her lips, bringing her closer to me and scratching her black ears until her tail began thumping enthusiastically in response. I took this as a sign that I could deepen the kiss, but when I pulled her head closer against mine, she mumbled "Uh-uh" against my lips. I pulled away.

"Why not?" I asked, dropping my ears for effect.

She flipped my hair over my head. "Oh stop. The last time you choked me."

I kissed her neck and then nuzzled her cheek, breathing into her ear, "I'll behave this time." With a wicked grin, I pulled her to me and wrapped my tails around her waist to prevent any movement. "Just say when you've had enough—assuming you still can."

~KAT'S POV~

"Should we go help your friend?" Hiei asked.

I thought this over for a moment since I love being able to burst other people's bubbles, but then I decided against it. "Nah. We'll find them in the morning. By then I should be energized enough to kill them both if I need to."

I kissed him lightly on the lips and then allowed him to pick me up so we could head back to Genkai's compound. Normally I hated being carried bridal style, but this time I relaxed and leaned against his chest, a small smile coming onto my face.

"What are you smiling about?"

My smile grew. "Just about how our inexperience in so many affairs still led to success." I closed my eyes and looped my arms around his neck, inhaling his scent as we melted into the shadows of the night.

A/N: El Fin!! The ending may have been a little corny, but I'm pleased with the overall outcome of this story. I would once again like to thank each of my reviewers jasmine, Death 101- Fox Version, and Valinor's Twilight. Even though there were only three of you, you still encouraged me with your comments. I would also like to thank my readers who were staring at their computer screens and sending me good thoughts....or maybe not. -.-' Either way, thank you all very much!! Now onward to better stories! Off you go!

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