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Chapter 3 - The Paths Unwinding

***The Morning After***

Cherry woke up the next morning on her bed next to Hiei, who was finally getting his first bit of sleep. The sunlight peeked through the blinds and reflected off the walls. Since the window had been open all night, the air was cool, crisp, and refreshing. Suddenly, Adella cracked the bedroom door with a huge smile on her face, and signaled Cherry to come out and talk. Cherry quietly closed the door behind her and sat down at the small dining table across from Adella. Botan was in the kitchen cooking waffles.

"Hey Botan! Smells good!" complimented Cherry, "So, what's the news?"

"Kurama and I are engaged now!" answered Adella while holding out her hand to show the ring.

"Wow! That's great! Where will the wedding be at?"

"Well, we decided to return to Makai with you and Hiei. So, we'll have it there."

Cherry had never seen Adella so happy before. The girls ate their breakfast then Cherry showered and dressed. She left a note for Hiei, who was still asleep, that they would be at Blossom Park.

***Thankful for Friends***

The moon has risen and claimed the sky for the night. Everyone except Cherry, Adella, Kurama, and Hiei left for home. The four were sitting on the bleachers on the basketball courts. Adella nestled in Kurama's arms while Hiei was lying down, resting his head on Cherry's lap.

Cherry took a deep breath and looked up at the stars. She then closed her eyes when tears began to form, "I can't believe how far we've come. Well, .whatever happens down the paths unwinding, .we'll always be there for each other, right?"

Cherry felt Hiei getting up then she opened her eyes. Kurama and Adella gave a comforting smile. Hiei sat down behind Cherry and wrapped his arms around her. The group of friends knew Cherry had said what was on everyone's mind.

Adella's eyes began to moisten as well, "Always and forever."

Anyways, they all live happily ever after. I decided to end it there since it was becoming a really sweet cupcake, and, .well, too much sugar isn't good. Thanks for reading!