Just in case, I'm making this R since there are some, uh, steamy moments. Between whom? That's for me to know and for you to find out.
Italics signal thoughts, and bold italics signal telepathic conversations.
Epilogue: Wander
Emma's eyes widened as Jesse tried to control his outburst. She could not believe her ears. Jesse loved her? How the hell did that happen? She stared at him, shaking, trying to find a way to speak. Finally he calmed down and looked into her eyes. "I'm sorry for yelling."
She smiled weakly. "I'm sorry for not listening. I just.. Did you say that you loved me?"
He nodded. "Yes."
"Did you mean it?"
He smirked. "Of course I did! Look, Kay's like a sister to me. Nothing else. I could never imagine being with anyone but you."
Emma bit her lip, refusing to believe such happiness could ever truly be hers. "Why me? I mean, Katharine is so much prettier than I am. And she's smart and successful."
"And tormented, Emma. She's got a lot to deal with. She and I, we just don't have chemistry."
Emma thought about it for a moment, then got closer to Jesse and they hugged, as they parted, he looked at her, his gaze tender, and leaned in to kiss her. They were startled when they heard clapping and saw Kay standing by the door, supported by Ben. "Took you long enough," she remarked.
"Speaking of which," Emma said looking back and forth between Jess and Kay, "What was the whole equation thing?"
Both Kay and Jess burst into laughter. "Remember when Vic and Claudia went under protection together? You said that you'd be bored like that, I told you that he got to spend the rest of his life with the woman he loved and you smiled, saying you knew there was some part of the equation you envied. I did, too. You were the missing variable," he said with a wink.
They all laughed again, and Emma rolled her eyes. "Before us, I truly doubt anyone would've thought of comparing love to Algebra."
"Love?" Jesse asked, wiggling his eyebrows. "Does that mean you love me?"
Emma slapped him on the shoulder playfully. "Of course I love you, you idiot! Why do you think I was so ticked?" They laughed together and kissed softly, as Kay leaned into Ben and he placed a soft kiss on the top of her head. They closed the door silently, walking back to the lab.
Sarane sat by Marius' bedside, squeezing his hand, tears rolling down her face. She had only been knocked unconscious by the blast, but he had fallen into a coma. And he'd done it for her and for their daughter. Kay walked in slowly, and sat beside Sarane. Adam checked Marius' vitals and Sarane asked him her burning question. "Will he make it?" she asked in a small voice.
Adam lifted his shoulders helplessly. "He's strong; hopefully he will." Sarane nodded, surveying Marius carefully. Kay left her to her thoughts and went over to Anna, who was starting to stir. It hurt her greatly to see her friend in such pain. Meanwhile, she walked over to her own bed to get some more rest.
Shalimar entered the room and locked the door silently, walking over to Brennan and kissing him. It was a deep and passionate kiss, and when his hands tangled in her hair she moaned softly into his mouth. He was letting his passion overcome him quickly, and they were soon falling on her bed. He let his hands roam over her shoulders, her navel and her hips, reveling in the way her skin felt like silk against his touch.
Realizing what he had been doing, he pulled apart quickly, staring at the wall. Shalimar pulled him down to her urgently, but he wouldn't budge. "What's wrong, Brennan?"
He sighed. "I don't want to hurt you, Shal. And I can't hurry you, especially not after what he did to you."
"Brennan, I trust you. I know you wouldn't hurt me. Besides, this is different. Gabriel only hurt me because he forced me. You're not."
He gritted his teeth. "It's not just about that. I just think you're vulnerable right now, and it feels like I'm taking advantage of you somehow."
She caressed the side of his face. "You're not taking advantage of me because I want you."
"You sure?"
"Definitely."
A wicked smirk curled his lips slowly. "So, you want me, do you?"
She reached up to whisper in his ear, her voice husky as she trailed her hands over his arms. "I'm on fire for you."
He kissed her harder than before, and soon they were undressing each other. The feeling of skin against skin only quickened their desire, as he planted kisses al over her jaw and neck. Her fingertips explored softly, a mere brush against his skin, but she could still feel the ripples of his muscles when he moved. Before long she was needy, and he decided to give in to his own need, entering her delicately.
She gasped when she felt him, and kissed him to make sure he knew she was all right. They moved together in a steady rhythm, their bodies grinding together and their lips joining. The simple thought of it being him on her made her arch up against him, and before long they cried out together. As they breathed and tranquility settled in, Shalimar planted a soft kiss on his shoulder blade as she examined his body, now shiny with both his sweat and hers.
"I love you," she whispered against his skin.
He kissed her neck. "I love you, too."
Katharine contemplated the computer screen, Evan and Ben at her sides, knowing what she had to do. She opened the word processor and started typing a letter for her boss.
Esteemed Director Marchany,
It is with great sadness I must announce the death of the man you assigned Agt. Moreau and me to hand in to you. Marius Holden expired this morning in consequence of an attack from John Nathan Townsend, who is currently presumed dead. I can also certify the death of Gabriel Ashlock. It is currently unclear whether Viviane Leighton escaped or was trapped under the roof that caved in. We successfully recovered Agts. Vaughn, Holden, Harland, and Easton. A more complete report of events will be submitted upon our arrival back to the agency, which I esteem to be the day after tomorrow at the very latest.
Cordially,
Katharine Alexandra Collins
Agent #5284224
She pulled it out, signed it, and faxed it, her face set. Then she summoned all the agents so they could get their versions of events straight. They had to return to the agency soon, and they'd better be prepared. Agt. Kendall was, after all, still on their tail.
Jesse and Emma looked at each other and knew with certainty that they both wanted the same thing. Kissing her tenderly, Jesse began to remove her clothes, and smirked amusedly when she began to blush and mutter. "Relax, Emma, you're the single most beautiful woman I've ever met." She relaxed slightly to his touch and was soon helping him out of his shirt too, her eyes taking him in.
He pulled her down to him on the bed and continued to kiss her, his hand planted firmly in the curve of her hips. He would take it very slow with her, he loved her and would do anything he could to take care of her. He could sense her fear and discomfort despite not being a feral, and decided to only kiss and caress her. There'd be time for everything later. Now, he just wanted to make her feel loved.
Sarane and Kay stood in front of the car Sarane was taking, Evan's watchful eye residing on Kay all the time. "That's quite an eagle you've got for a partner, there."
Katharine smiled. "Yeah, he's a great guy. I think Marina should date him."
"No such luck, girl. My baby issmitten with Matthew."
Kay grinned. "And I don't blame her." They both laughed softly.
"Seriously, now," Sarane said, "I want to thank you."
Kay waved her gratitude away. "There's nothing to thank me for. I didn't save your life, Marius did, and it cost him his. Or maybe he saved both your lives."
Sarane nodded, then opened the door to her car. "I have to go now, but I'll tell Rina to call Anna and you, okay?"
Kay nodded. "Yeah, Evan and I can call Ellie. Take care, the three of you." Kay said with a wink.
Sarane looked back into the car and smiled. "Oh, we will."
Kay looked up at the sky as Sarane drove off, her thoughts drifting to another direction. I can't believe this is happening to me. I feel so tired, and I'm so afraid. Now that Dad's got Kylie to worry about I have to fend for myself. Then again, I always have. My little sister's arrival isn't really all that relevant. I just hope I can do this. I feel weak. Maybe I'll find someone that can help me carry this load. If not, I will fail, and forever my soul shall be wandering…
Evan's hand pressed on her shoulder brought her back from the reverie that had ensnared her senses, and together they walked back into Sanctuary, enveloped in the comfortable silence that came so naturally between them.
THE END… FOR NOW
A/N: I'll try to post Abandon as soon as possible, but I lost a lot of data when my laptop died and I don't feel like rewriting it just yet.