A/N Wow where does the time go? It seems like only yesterday I was writing
the second chapter of my 'Here's to the Night' songfic, that was only
supposed to be one chapter, with a vague idea about turning it into a Buffy
pregnancy story and now that little baby has become such an amazing
character to write. I swear I never know what kind of stunt she's going to
pull next until it's written down on the computer screen and I'm like how
did that get there? Seriously. That being said, welcome to the final
chapter of 'There's Always Tomorrow.' You know the drill by now. I'll take
two days off and start the next book in the Saga that I'm not sure how much
longer it's going to last, but like J.K. Rowling I already have the very
last epilogue written. Rest assured however, they will graduate, go to
Europe, and start college. I've already decided their majors. So, Shadowz,
Shadowfax, and Muse of Magic can just revel in the controversy I created
for them. Love you three.
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"Merry Christmas" Connor said handing Tom a box when they were on patrol.
"Connor, Christmas isn't for two weeks."
"I know I just thought you might enjoy it early."
"Alright, but as soon as we get back I'm giving you yours." She smiled before opening the box. "Oh you're giving me back the basketball necklace." She started to cry. "I'm sorry I got so mad. I never should have taken it off."
"I added an inscription."
She turned the necklace over, "Together Forever." They started kissing and as the kiss deepened they noticed that snow was starting to fall.
"What the. Snow in California." Connor asked.
Tom just smiled. "It's perfect. With school and dance rehearsals not starting up again until the New Year. We can get snowed in together. 'Oh the weather outside is frightful, but the fire is so delightful, so as long as you love me so, let it snow, let it snow, let it snow.'" She cheerful sang as Connor helped her put on the necklace and they walked home.
When they got there, they saw the most wonderful sight. All the Scoobies were in the Summers living room in front of the lighted Christmas tree and fire, drinking hot chocolate, with Bing Crosby singing softly in the background. Violet had just crawled over from Willow's lap to meet Jessica on Faith's lap. Willow and Xander were hugging each other because they were so happy that Violet was crawling. Faith was enjoying playing with both babies. Amanda was sitting on Max's lap stroking his hair while he was in one of his quiet moods. Angel and Cordy were sitting together, Angel's hand playfully rubbing her stomach. Buffy and Spike were contently kissing and whispering to each other.
"Wow" Tom smiled. "Who needs Norman Rockwell when you have our family. You know for the first time in a long time I think everything is going to turn out okay."
Connor wrapped his arms around her, "I know it will."
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"Merry Christmas" Connor said handing Tom a box when they were on patrol.
"Connor, Christmas isn't for two weeks."
"I know I just thought you might enjoy it early."
"Alright, but as soon as we get back I'm giving you yours." She smiled before opening the box. "Oh you're giving me back the basketball necklace." She started to cry. "I'm sorry I got so mad. I never should have taken it off."
"I added an inscription."
She turned the necklace over, "Together Forever." They started kissing and as the kiss deepened they noticed that snow was starting to fall.
"What the. Snow in California." Connor asked.
Tom just smiled. "It's perfect. With school and dance rehearsals not starting up again until the New Year. We can get snowed in together. 'Oh the weather outside is frightful, but the fire is so delightful, so as long as you love me so, let it snow, let it snow, let it snow.'" She cheerful sang as Connor helped her put on the necklace and they walked home.
When they got there, they saw the most wonderful sight. All the Scoobies were in the Summers living room in front of the lighted Christmas tree and fire, drinking hot chocolate, with Bing Crosby singing softly in the background. Violet had just crawled over from Willow's lap to meet Jessica on Faith's lap. Willow and Xander were hugging each other because they were so happy that Violet was crawling. Faith was enjoying playing with both babies. Amanda was sitting on Max's lap stroking his hair while he was in one of his quiet moods. Angel and Cordy were sitting together, Angel's hand playfully rubbing her stomach. Buffy and Spike were contently kissing and whispering to each other.
"Wow" Tom smiled. "Who needs Norman Rockwell when you have our family. You know for the first time in a long time I think everything is going to turn out okay."
Connor wrapped his arms around her, "I know it will."