Ethan looked around the grounds to see if he could find Theresa. He saw her sitting down crying. Ethan went over to Theresa and saw how devastated she was. "Theresa." He said softly. Theresa looked up and sniffled. "Ethan." She replied in a small voice.
"Why didn't you tell me the results of the test?" Ethan asked calmly. He didn't want to make Theresa feel worse.
"Oh God, Ethan. How'd you find out?" Theresa asked.
"That doesn't matter. Why'd you lie to me?"
"I was going to~ and then, I just never got to doing it." Theresa replied.
"You should've been honest with me, Theresa."
"I know, Ethan, and I'm so sorry!" Theresa wailed.
"Oh Theresa, you've shed enough tears tonight. Dry your eyes." Ethan said gently. Theresa wiped her eyes and sniffed. "I'm going to be the best father I can be to Little Ethan, all right?" Theresa nodded.
"I confess Theresa, that I never really did stop loving you, but I've made a commitment to Gwen and I'm going to keep it. She's my wife and the mother of my child. The feelings that I have for you will be buried in the past."
"It's for the better." Theresa replied softly holding Ethan's hand. "We'll still be a part of each other's lives, but that love we shared will only become a sweet memory."
"Yeah." Ethan agreed. "I heard what you told Fox." He said quietly.
"Oh." Theresa responded.
"I'm just concerned about you pursuing Fox. You know how I feel about him. His reputation with women isn't the best~"
"Ethan," Theresa interrupted. "Fox is a good man." She defended. "The only problem is that he'll go after what he wants and won't stop until he gets it."
"Like with the case with Whitney?" Ethan added.
"Yeah." Theresa said softly. By that time, Fox had reached them and listened carefully to every word that was said.
"Look, I can tell you really care about Fox, so I won't hold you back."
"Thank you Ethan." Theresa said gratefully.
"And if Fox gives you any trouble you tell me so I can straighten him out." Ethan said.
"Ethan, you've always been so good to me. I've always been grateful ever since you entered my life."
Ethan was touched with her words. "Theresa, it's hard to let go of you. You are such a wonderful woman, and I wish you all the happiness in the world. Fox would be crazy to let a woman like you get away."
"I would be considered insane, wouldn't I?" Fox said as he stepped out of the shadows.
"I'll leave you two alone." Ethan said softly.
Theresa and Fox stood there awkwardly, the moon still casting its mysterious glow upon them. Theresa folded her arms and looked down. Fox was the first to speak. "Theresa," he said as he walked closer to her. He gently reached out to tilt her head upwards. Fox gazed into Theresa's eyes. "I was wrong about Whitney." He said softly.
"You're a Crane. You've been taught that you always get what you want. You thought you wanted Whitney, so you kept on pursuing her." Theresa replied.
"Yeah," Fox admitted. "But deep down, Theresa, I knew who I was in love with."
"Who's that?" Theresa asked quietly still holding Fox's gaze.
"I love you, Theresa. There was something between us, and I didn't realize it for awhile. I love you, Theresa." Fox repeated. "I was so blind, but now it's all so clear. You're the woman I am meant to be with."
"Oh Fox." Theresa cried. She hugged him tightly. "You don't know how relieved I am to hear you say that!"
Fox held Theresa close. "I'm sorry that I hurt you."
"Don't ever do that again," Theresa said gazing up at him.
"I've learned my lesson." Fox said softly as he leaned forward looking at Theresa's tempting lips with intense desire. "Do you know how badly I want to kiss you right now?" He whispered, as his nose playfully nudged Theresa's.
"Then kiss me." Theresa whispered. Fox leaned in and kissed Theresa passionately. Their hearts soared as their lips touched. Joy, love, and excitement coursed through their bodies as their tongues danced in each other's mouths. They held on to each other tightly, not wanting to let the other go. Their touches were electric and made them feel more alive.They finally pulled back at the same time and smiled. "It's about damn time." Theresa said as she laughed.
"You're telling me." Fox answered.
By then, Chad and Whitney showed up along with Gwen and Ethan. All six of them looked at each other sheepishly.
"Whitney, I'm so sorry," Theresa said. "I didn't mean to say those awful things to you."
"It's all right Theresa. You were hurt. I saw that look in your eyes. You love Fox, don't you."
Theresa nodded and smiled. "I'm glad." Whitney replied. "I wish you two the best."
"Thanks Whitney." Theresa said. "I love ya, girl."
"Me too." Whitney replied.
"This has been one hell of a night." Fox commented. Everyone nodded their head in agreement.
"It was crazy when all our hidden feelings surfaced." Theresa added putting her arms around Fox.
"It's those feelings that taught each of us a lesson, though." Chad responded.
"They brought us closer to the one's we love the most." Whitney replied as she put her arms around Chad. Fox held Theresa close while Ethan did the same to Gwen. The moon casted its glow upon the three couples, filling them all with a sense of contentment.
"Tonight marks a new beginning for all of us." Gwen replied softly. The six individuals silently contemplated Gwen's statement and looked at their significant other.
In the distance, bells were heard. Counting them, the couples realized that it was twelve midnight. It marked a new day, and a new beginning for all of them. Hand in hand, the three couples walked off in separate directions, all still under the light of the moon.
The End.
* I haven't decided on a sequel yet, hmm…what do you think? Anyhow, I have other ideas for plots, so once I can get them all straightened out, I hope I can get another story uploaded. =D Thanks to all those who have sent reviews for my fic! I really appreciate all your comments!