Epilogue

I stared at the ground. Her gravestone had been carved out of marble, a beautiful angel looking down at me, a smile on her face. The words had been carved into the marble, and burned into my mind.

"In a world where there seems no light,

She was the one to give us sight.

And to this day, I miss her so,

And now my heart knows only the woe.

All this time it was you,

I never thought that it could come true.

And I sure enjoyed the view.

Seeing everything brand-new.

And I've gone so far away,

I wish with me you could stay.

Here I feel at home.

I never knew just how far I'd roam.

When the light comes shining through,

I will gladly take my cue and find you."

What was happening? Katarel was now gone. What was I going to do? Where was my smart, clever Katarel when I needed her most?

I looked to the angel statue, and turned away before it could see me cry. I walked away, as slowly as I dared. Help was not coming this time. I was on my own. I had to fend for myself. No one would get to my heart again.

And as I walked away, my heart breaking, I cried silent tears, for there was no return.

A million years later...

I sat on the grass, stock still. Kibito stood behind me, watching me intently. I didn't know why I persisted to search for her ki. I knew she was gone for good this time. For once, my pride caved in, my heart taking in the realization that I'd never see her face again. She had died a million years before.

And yet, as I stood up, my face set in a stern expression, I can't help but feel something.

The world has not stopped. Everything is the same. The world kept turning, the sun rose and set, the moon still hung in the sky. The stars hadn't gone out. The world moved on without me.

And in the deepest part of my heart, there was a place that was secret to me. What was I thinking? That I could save her? Yea, right. A wimpy Kai is going to save the life of the Crystal Saiyan. Yea...right... And I'd pull out the Z Sword.

I flew far and fast, trying to get away. And for a split second, when I glanced over my shoulder, I could see her, smiling, and laughing, flying at my side. I smiled, just barely, and flew faster and faster, not going anywhere really. Just to fly away.

Preview of: Speed

Shin stared in disbelief. He couldn't believe his eyes. Was he hallucinating? Had he finally lost his mind? Or was Katarel really and truly alive? What was gong one? Someone needs to pinch me, he thought.

He pinched his arm. It hurt. He wasn't dreaming... Katarel was ALIVE!

Neko Kai: Like the preview? So do I! I can't wait to write it all! Anyway, this is my most depressing story as of lately. I really hope to finish my other two stories within reason. Anyway, Later Dayz!

Neko Kai