YAY! LAST CHAPPY!! breaks out the sparkling cider.(no underage drinking in the fic. Though I could use a bottle of Asti champagne.....)

Welcome to he final match of the zoids battle royal her at Guardian Force University! Its going to be team one: Naomi Fluegal and Brad Hunter versus team five: Mary Champ and Ray Shobalts!

READY?! FIGHT!

Ray could taste victory. He was itching to feel Naomi's lips against his. He couldn't wait for sweet victory. He wanted her to himself. She had been his once, until she ran off so many years ago. They were to be married, but she disappeared as soon as they were engaged. She had probably been scared at the idea of marrying so young. But he was sure that she had changed her mind. After all, who wouldn't want to marry him? He was young, handsome and incredibly wealthy. But he didn't know that there was another man pining for Naomi's love who already had it. And Brad wasn't about to let go of her.

Brad pushed the shadow fox forward. He was going to go after the hellcat. Naomi already knew how to take out Mary and her iron Kong. He had the hellcat in his sight. Suddenly, the hellcat dashed towards him, poised to strike. Brad barely avoided the attack. He was surprised when a barrage of gunfire hit him dead on. He was already in bad shape. He quickly let out a cloud of thick smoke. Maybe that would buy him some time. But he had no such luck. The hellcat rammed him, sending him onto his side. The hellcat aimed its guns and prepared to fire when the zoid let its barrage loose. His cockpit shattered into millions of pieces. His zoid system was frozen. Brad could feel throbbing pain throughout his body. He felt warm blood flow down his leg. He also felt a small trickle coming from his for head. E knew he was in bad shape.

"Naomi screamed when she saw Brad's cockpit shatter. She quickly fired 3 consecutive shots at the hellcat and hit him dead on. She relaxed somewhat when the zoids went down and she and Brad were announced as winners. She quickly tore through the forest and towards Brads downed Shadow Fox. She jumped from the cockpit and rushed to Brad. He was bleeding badly. But he was still conscious, but barely.

"Nao-"

"Don't waste your strength trying to speak. Just relax."

"I can't. I have to ask you a question."

"Could it be so important that you need to use the rest of your breath?"

"Yes it is. Will you--- marry me?"

She was shocked. She quickly kissed him. That was her answer. Of course she was going to marry him. Why wouldn't she?

The paramedics arrived a second to soon. She still wanted to hold Brad in her embrace. The paramedics lifted his body onto the stretcher and took him to the hospital. Violet went to check to see if Naomi was alright. She was without a scratch.

"Where is he?"

"Are you sure you want to talk to him?"

"Positive. We have an old score to settle."

"He's in the lounge."

"Got it."

"Be careful."

"Aren't I always?"

She walked into the lounge and spotted him immediately. It was impossible to miss him wit his head of messy blonde hair. It went in every direction. Despite his messy appearance, he was really cute. He felt her eyes on him and turned around to face her. He got up off the couch and walked up to her.

"Long time no see, Nao."

"Same."

"I see tat you've made a good life for yourself here."

"I've had help."

"Really? You actually let someone help you?"

"Yes I did. I don't know where'd I'd be without him."

"I see. You've moved on. I just wish I could do the same."

"You still can."

"Really? How?"

"What about Mary? She's perfect for you." He blushed.

"You really think so?"

"Of course I do. Remember, I have a sixth sense when it comes to relationships."

"True. Very true. Congrats on your win."

"It wasn't easy."

"How's your partner?"

"In the hospital. I was gonna go visit him. Car to join me?"

"Sure. Why not. I'd like to meet him." She smiled.

The two waked into the small room. Brad was sitting up in his bed, despite his injuries.

"Aren't you supposed to be resting?"

"Since when have I started listening to doctors?"

"Never."

"Exactly. And there's no way in hell I'm gonna start now."

"You're so stubborn."

"I know I am and proud of it too."

"Figures." She walked over and sat on the side of the bed. Se gently leaned her head on his shoulder.

He's supposed to be resting, Nao. Now let him rest."

"Try you're hardest Lily. It won't work. He's too stubborn."

"Just like you."

"Pretty much"

The group laughed at the remark. Steven gave Brad a warning glance. Brad smiled to reassure him. Steven understood. He was sure that Brad would never hurt his sister. After all, Brad loved her and she loved him. They were perfect for each other. Brad turned Naomi towards her and kissed her. Everyone clapped for them. They had waited a long time for those two to get together. And now it had finally happened.

Instead of going to the dance, the group decided to hang out. After all, none of the guys could dance and the girls really didn't feel like dressing up. All in all, they had had a great time. They couldn't wait until next year.