This is it! The final chapter! Ya know, I was kinda excited before to get this story over with but now I'm sad. I actually teared up when I finished this chapter. I'm gonna miss Dixie and Embry. Hope you enjoyed this story as much as I enjoyed writing it! I love you guys!

Epilogue – Your Guardian Angel

When you love someone more than you love your own life you would do anything for them. You would risk life and limb just to make them happy. Maybe that is why Embry decided to say yes to my parents request that they meet him over dinner. The little timeless tradition seemed obsolete to a relationship like ours but Embry willingly agreed. It seemed he would do anything for his imprint.

Mom and dad had let me come back to Washington with them. I was forever in Rhett's debt. He didn't tell me everything that he had said but whatever he said convinced them. Well, convinced them enough to let Embry have a second chance. Not sure if they completely trusted him yet.

Embry arrived at our front door promptly at seven just like he said he would. To be honest, I don't think I've ever seen him with so much clothes on. He was actually wearing a shirt [i]and[/i] shoes. They were nice shoes and a nice shirt. too. He was wearing gym shorts but I knew he would have worn long pants if he owned a pair that were long enough for him. He had a goofy grin on his face that made me giggle.

"You clean up well." I jeered, taking his hand and leading him into the house.

"Thanks," He muttered, his eyes lightly appraising me. I hadn't dressed up at all, in fact I was wearing my worst pair of jeans and a simple unisex t-shirt. "You always look beautiful."

I shook my head and laughed. He chuckled deep in his throat and leaned down to kiss my forehead. His lips almost reached me before someone cleared his throat.

I jumped but Embry remained composed. My dad was standing in the kitchen doorway with his arms crossed looking very peeved. "Hello Sir," Embry said, reaching a hand towards my father, "I'm Embry Call."

My dad stared at Embry's hand for a few brief seconds before shaking it. "Hello Embry,"

I could already tell this was going to be awkward. I groaned internally and led Embry towards the kitchen where mom was putting dinner on the table.

"Oh," She said in a startled voice, "hello."

"Hi, it's nice to officially meet you." Embry said politely shaking my mother's hand also.

"Same," My mom said slowly, her eyes glancing towards my father who hovered in the background.

We sat down for dinner shortly after the awkward greeting. My parents continued asking Embry questions about his family, his job – he claimed to be a mechanic – and his schooling. They were not too happy to hear that he dropped out of school but he did a good job of sticking up for himself. I guessed that he had rehearsed many situations before he came over.

"It was good to talk to you Embry." My dad said as he started guiding Embry towards the door after dinner was over. "I think both of us found a better picture of who you are." He looked at me for a few seconds then back at Embry. "I will allow you to date my daughter, but only with some conditions."

The joy that zipped through me was also visible in Embry's eyes. He glanced at me and smiled. "When you two go on dates," My father started, "One of us," he motioned to himself and my mom, "has to be with you. Or you can double date, but we must meet the other couple first. No dates on school nights. And before any of these rules can change you," He pointed a finger at my imprint, "must get your G.E.D."

I held back a snort at Embry's nonchalant expression. All of those rules were feasible to him. He was allowed to spend time with me and that was all that mattered. The rules would be easy to obey after feeling life without each other.

"That is agreeable." Embry grinned at my father. "Can I come over and see Dixie tomorrow?"

"Yes, both of us will be here to supervise." My father said sternly.

I rolled my eyes and started walking towards Embry. "Thanks dad," I hugged him tightly. "Can I say good bye to Embry now?"

I could tell he knew I was mocking him but he didn't respond. He simply nodded and walked away.

I slid towards Embry and grabbed both his hands in mine. "Do you really have to go now?"

"Technically yes. But I will be in your dreams." He winked and I picked up the cue.

"Can't wait to see you then." I played along.

He leaned down and kissed me softly on the lips. I could just feel my dad fuming behind me but I didn't care. I kissed Embry back and softly touched his face. His lips pulled up into a grin and he slowly pulled away. "See ya later." He murmured before turning and walking away.

I turned around and hugged my dad again. I really wanted to talk to him about all the strict boundaries he put up but I decided I shouldn't push my luck for tonight. "Thank you daddy." I cooed.

"Your welcome. We just want you to be safe, Dixie."

"I know." I pulled back and looked at them both. "If you don't mind I think I'm gonna go to bed early."

"Goodnight, sweetheart." My mom smiled and agreed.

I turned around and bolted up the stairs as sluggishly as I could manage before my father could object or something. I changed into my pajamas and curled up with a book on my bed to wait.

At ten o'clock I heard the soft patter of stones on my window. I got out of bed in a giddy state and flung open the window. Embry was down below with his little handful of pebbles. "Coming up?"

"Only if you move out of the way." He grinned.

I stepped away from the window to give him enough room to make the entrance to my room. He jumped in gracefully; barely making a sound. I rushed forward and wrapped his warm body in a hug. "It would be easier for you to get up here if you were an eagle." I whispered.

He chuckled deep in his chest. "I told you so."

I shook my head at him and laughed, pulling him towards my bed. We cuddled up close, just enjoying the presence of the other. I fell asleep after a while but woke up only a couple hours later. I found Embry playing with a piece of my hair.

"Sorry, did I wake you?" He apologized.

"No, I'm sorry I fell asleep. I didn't want to."

"You don't have to worry about me leaving. I need you as much as you need me. I'll always be here for you."

"Oh, I know that." I said, "I just can't help but worry."

He kissed my nose sweetly, "I don't care how many boundaries your parents put on us. I will never leave you or let you leave me again."

I sighed and pressed my head into his chest. We were both silent for a long time except for the involuntary breaths and beats of our hearts. I don't know how long we lay there but the serenity was broken when Embry shifted almost nervously.

I pulled back just enough to look at his face. His hazel eyes were boring into mine. "What?" I asked.

His eyes shifted around the room. "Would you ever want to get married? I don't mean, like, tomorrow or even within the next year or so. I'm just wondering if… someday… would you like to marry me?"

My heart forgot its job for a few seconds. He was proposing to me. Not the whole get down on one knee deal but I think I almost preferred this more. It was more natural. Not some extravagant planned event. I took a deep breath before replying confidently, "Yeah, I would like to marry you someday."

He let out a breathy almost relieved laugh. "I'm glad." His eyes stared into mine for a few sweet seconds before he leaned in and pressed his lips to my forehead. His lips trailed down my face till they reached my mouth where he kissed me tenderly. I kissed him back, filing my head with his airy breath and scent. I couldn't wrap my mind around what I was doing. I was kissing Embry, my imprint, boyfriend, fiancé, my whole life. I knew for a fact that I could never leave this man, for leaving him would mean leaving a piece of me. We were one person. Off in the distance thunder rolled angrily but everything was ok. I had Embry, my life, my imprint.

Some of you may be curious what my plans are now. Well, I have decided to take a break from fanfiction for now. I will keep writing though. I'm working on a currently untitled story (Cassie is excited for summer vacation before senior year with her perfect boyfriend Ben, but when things don't go her way she finds herself lost in the silver eyes of Asa Bailey an eccentric local rockstar. Cassie must now choose between the world she has known and loved or this new world that can't seem to let her go.) It does have aspects of the mythical world (werewolves, vamps ect..). I will be posting it in another forum. If you want the link to the forum send me a pm with your e-mail address. Or specify if you want just to be e-mailed the chapters instead, I will be doing that for some of my friends. Hope to hear from you soon! Keep in touch either way! I love you guys! Please leave one last comment!!!