Epilogue

The days flew by, quickly turning into weeks. A lot of changes had happened, and things seemed to be getting better, for all of them, except Max who was struggling with the whole Alec/Logan deal. Alec had moved into a new place, located in terminal city, he converted old office space into a livable apartment for four. The old reception area served as a living room, the offices were the bedrooms, the minus was no shower, but there was a shower in the gym that was located pretty close. Joshua had painted everything, happy to be living with Little (though Max stayed in her place at OC she keep stuff at TC too) and Medium fellows and had been getting closer to Rebecca, or Red fellow as he now named her.

Max was trying to balance things out with Logan and Alec, she and the other X5 had gotten so close it becoming a problem with Logan. She had discovered a new side to Alec and that had changes their entire relationship. They were suddenly closer, more than brother and sister but not quite lovers. They spent a lot of time with Joshua and Rebecca, also helping out in Terminal City. Since X5s could move freely they were able to help replenish the much needed supplies. So at night often Alec, Rebecca and Max would go out to get supplies, money and do reconnaissance. They were getting along like family and being with Joshua, Alec and Rebecca, caused her to want to spend less and less time with Logan. Logan was constantly calling her, paging her, wanting to talk, it was stressful, but until she figured out the balance, or at least how she felt, she didn't want to make any decisions. Alec was content, he didn't put pressure on her for anything, he just hung out running his scams, and hanging with Joshua, Rebecca and Mole, and she always knew if she didn't want to sleep alone, his bed was open to her.

Rebecca was doing better, the first week was stressful, not only was she injured but she would get stubborn and cranky. Alec and Max were patient, Alec more so than Max, and even Joshua was helpful, introducing Rebecca to painting, over time she had calmed, she was sleeping better, though sometimes Alec had to wake her from a nightmare (Joshua tried once, but Rebecca mistook him for a nomalie and almost killed him, Alec had to restrain her until she was calm and fully awake) since his room was next door, he could hear her if she moaned or screamed out. She was adjusting better too; she helped Mole out with training the younger Xs and was a good 4th in command. She wasn't Manticore minded anymore, and Alec had helped her not dwell on the place that had caused so much damage. Sometimes after they had gone out hunting for supplies, Alec would stay with her till she fell asleep, and then curl up next to her, providing comfort. Max would find them snuggled together and smile, it didn't bother her because she knew that they were like siblings. All in all Rebecca had become equal to most of her Manticore siblings, still adjusting to their freedom but enjoying it.

Alec had started the Transgenic underground at Jam Pony; he made sure that Normal hooked up his transgenic friends with jobs (and sector passes). Normal was starting to get on the Anti-transgenic bandwagon; it wasn't a huge problem because Normal still favored Alec so the X5 was able to keep an eye on his boss. He wasn't dating a lot, but only due to the fact he was so busy, he still flirted, but he kept his focus. He and Becca had developed a bond over their Manticore experiences. He found that when it came to Becca he was like Max, fiercely protective and loyal. He worried that Manticore brainwashing would snap back in, but he knew that he would now be able to recognize the signs. There had been a stretch of days when Becca had been restless, and had suddenly gotten uptight. Alec and Max had come together to talk to her and Dr. Carr had given them something that would allow her to sleep with no dreams, but it was for emergencies) and they had almost come to blows, luckily Alec was able to reason with her and they had twinked the routine, making workouts longer. They realized it was the time between her laying down and going to sleep that her mind started ticking. Max is the one who decided a good workout would wear her out. Max had come up with a lot of good ideas. He marveled at the relationship between Max and him. It was like nothing he had had before, they had shared then bed a several times since the night he'd kidnapped Becca, and they had never progressed past kissing and holding each other. He was content, he knew that eventually Max would settle and he kind of knew it would be with him. He enjoyed helping put TC together, the people respected him and he was made to lead, it felt right.

None of them knew that in a week all of their lives would change, as the Jam Pony hostage situation would occur. For now everything was good and they enjoyed their well deserved peace.

I just want to thank everyone who reviewed. I wish I could have given you an even better ending buy my muse left me of a stretch. I hope to start a new story soon, Thanks and keep Dark Angel alive- Jaded