Disclaimer: I don't anything that is associated with POI but merely borrowing characters for my own hobby.
A/N: Hi everyone. Just wanted to jump in and first off say how much I love all of you readers that take the time to glance at any work I post. It always warms my heart to see the community still going even after so many years. Second off, I need to talk to my past self because I think that these last couple of chapters based off of holidays were meant to be connected but I originally stopped on Christmas. For one last little glance in this little canon that happened, I rewrote this chapter from scratch to have a sort of ending and beginning for John and Joss if that makes any sense. Either way, enjoy :D
Word Count: 404
Mini Summary: John and Joss are together as the year comes to a close.
Chapter 36 - New Year's Eve
"I can't believe that we're already here again," Joss said in awe as she stood by John to watch the city from his loft's windows.
"Me either but I don't mind this situation compared to last year." He brushed Joss's shoulder before stepping behind her to wrap his arms around her tiny waist and pull her to his chest.
Joss giggled as she looked down at the beautiful engagement ring that found its home on her left ring finger only a week ago. She hadn't even considered the idea of getting remarried for fear of failing again but when John surprised her the way he did, her answer was an honest one because Joss already knew that John would do his best by her as she would by him.
"John?"
"Yeah?"
"What do you think about getting married next month?" She turned her head to gauge his reaction.
In response, John tenderly kissed the top of her head. "Whatever you want is fine by me Joss." She sucked her teeth before spinning her body around to give him a strong glare.
"Dammit John, can't you be selfish just once?" She hated how he always worried about others more than himself. It was a habit that saw him risking his life too many times for her liking but she also understood that it was just who he was.
John gave her one of his rare smiles that always took Joss's breath away. "Not when it comes to you."
She eyed him hard for a few more seconds before her face softened. "I think we're up for a long life together."
"I wouldn't have it any other way, Joss." He leaned down to briefly brush his lips across hers before noticing a popping sound. Looking out, he could see the New York skyline come alive with the bright colors of fireworks to celebrate the new start of the year. Feeling the woman he loved in his arms as she turned back around to watch the show as well, John was more than ready to welcome the fresh start and any future moments that they would see together.
Joss felt the same as she caressed the hands that remained clutched to her stomach, giving her ideas to future plans that she wanted to experience with the man she loved as the fireworks lit up the dark sky.