It's time for this fic to be completed. Here's the final chapter. (and it's full of fluff...lol)
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"Dylan, you've been quiet." Alex noted as they arrived at the wharf.
Dylan cleared his throat. "I've been thinking," His voice trailed off as he
focused his gaze out on the water.
Alex tilted her head and looked at him with a questioning gaze. "What are you
thinking about?" She asked.
Dylan turned and focused his gaze upon Alex. He stared at her for a moment and
began moving closer to her. He slipped his arm around Alex's waist. "I've been
thinking about doing this," He said as he leaned forward slowly to plant a
light kiss on Alex's lips. Alex's heart raced and her mind spun minutes after
the kiss ended. "Wow," Alex whispered breathlessly.
"Alex," Dylan began slowly. "I don't know exactly how to say this, but I have
never felt this way before. You're the first woman that I've ever truly cared
about, and I don't want you to go back to Chicago."
"But," Alex protested.
"I know." Dylan interrupted. "You have a life in Chicago, and I completely
understand that."
Alex nodded. "I can't just leave my life in Chicago."
"I know- which is why, I'm going to move there."
Alex gasped. "You're moving to Chicago?"
Dylan nodded and held both of Alex's hands. "Yes, that is, if you want me
there."
Alex's eyes were wide with surprise. "You'd move all the way to Chicago?"
Dylan smiled. "Of course- if I have to move to be with you, then I'll do it."
Alex's mind was racing with thoughts. "Dylan, I- I really don't know what to
say." She said flustered.
"Well- do you want us to pursue a relationship?" Dylan asked.
Alex sighed. She liked Dylan a lot, and she had never really been in a
relationship before. Dating was new to her, and she didn't want to let go of
Dylan. "Yes," She said. "I want us to keep pursuing a relationship."
"Good." Dylan said as he pulled Alex closer. "Because I really didn't want to
have to let you go."
~*~
3 years later
Theresa smiled as she watched Fox, Ethan Martin, and Belle romping in the snow.
She absentmindedly stroked her protruding belly and thought about all the
events that occurred in the past three years.
Theresa and Fox had spent a romantic vacation in Paris along with Pilar and
Stanley. Both couples had a magical time in the city of love. On the last day
in the romantic city, Stanley surprised everyone when he proposed to Pilar in
front of the Eiffel Tower. Pilar had tearfully accepted, and a year afterwards
Pilar and Stanley were married in a small ceremony conducted by Father Lonigan.
Gwen and Ethan managed to make amends in their relationship. On their
anniversary they renewed their vows. Gwen was already pregnant with their
second child, and both she and Ethan hoped for a baby boy. Gwen had slowly let
go of her grudge she had against Theresa. However, it would be a long while
before either one of them could consider the other friends.
Whitney and Chad were also married, and months after the wedding Whitney gave
birth to twins- a baby girl and boy. They named their children Alana and Albert
and moved to a bigger home on the other side of town. Although Whitney's
relationship with her parents was still somewhat strained, Eve and T.C.
welcomed their grandchildren with open arms.
Dylan had moved to Chicago in order to continue his relationship with Alex.
They surprised everyone in Harmony when they announced that they would be
moving back to the small town. Although Alex and Dylan were not planning on
marrying anytime soon, they both agreed that marriage would probably be a part
of their future.
Justin and Lindsay now had two little ones in their home. Justin continued his
teaching profession while Lindsay decided to stay home to take care of the
children. Because Lindsay and Theresa's children spent so much time together,
Lindsay and Theresa became very close friends.
Theresa quickly finished up the classes she needed in order to obtain her
degree. She sent her sketches to various designers and was offered the
opportunity to open her own small boutique. Theresa was thrilled and soon
afterwards she was already selling clothing she designed herself. Once Theresa
was settled in the fashion world, both Fox and Theresa decided that it was time
to have more kids. And now, here Theresa stood, five months pregnant watching
her family play in the snow.
"You should be inside where it's warm," Fox said as he rubbed his chilled nose
against Theresa's neck.
"Fox!" Theresa laughed. "Your nose is cold!"
"Maybe you can warm it up for me," Fox said teasingly.
Theresa playfully pinched Fox's nose. "Come here you." She said as she tugged
on his scarf and pulled him into a kiss.
"Oooh, look at Mommy and Daddy!" Belle giggled. "Mommy and Daddy sittin' in a
tree, k-i-s-s-i-n-g!"
Fox laughed as he pulled away. "You go on and play with your little brother!"
He called to Belle. Belle nodded, picked up a ball of snow, and launched it at
Ethan Martin. Ethan giggled and began throwing fistfuls of snow back at his
sister.
Theresa sighed happily. She was truly content with how her life turned out. She
had an amazing husband, wonderful children, great friends, and a great career.
Fox wrapped his arms around his wife and breathed in her familiar scent. Fox
never imagined that he would end up with such a wonderful life filled with so
much love. Fox was thankful that he had come to Harmony, for it led him to
Theresa- the woman who had become the love of his life.
Theresa and Fox stood quietly and listened to their children's echoing
laughter. Fox placed his hand on his wife's stomach.
"He's kicking again," Theresa smiled.
"I know," Fox said smiling. "It's so amazing."
"You're amazing." Theresa said softly as she stroked her husband's cheek. "I
love you Fox."
Fox grinned. "I love you too Theresa." As Fox leaned in to kiss Theresa, Belle
and Ethan Martin gazed in awe at their parents.
"They're kissing again!" Ethan Martin said giggling.
"That's 'cuz they love each other." Belle replied simply.
After Fox and Theresa pulled apart, they motioned for Belle and Ethan Martin to
come inside. As the family sat in front of the fireplace, Ethan looked up at
Fox. "Daddy," He said softly.
"Hm?" Fox asked.
"You know that story you told me about the prince and the maiden?" He asked.
"What about it?" Fox asked.
"What happened in the end- after he won the heart of the fair maiden?" Ethan
asked.
"You don't remember?" Fox asked.
"I know what happens." Belle said smiling as she leaned against her mother.
"What happens?" Theresa asked softly.
"They live happily ever after."
The End.
