Epilogue

On the evening prior to Christmas, a bustle of panic and activity swept over the country of Japan, as well as the entire world, but the only thing that mattered to a certain blonde-haired girl was a certain brown-eyed boy. Normally, she'd call it being selfish, but now she referred to it as a "necessary self-service." This phrase never failed to crack that certain brown-eyed boy up and earn him a bump on the head.

Across the country, other relevant things were happening in accordance to this blonde-haired girl. Mamoru Chiba received a package containing a certain diamond ring, with a note attached that read simply, "Sorry, dear, fell in love. Merry Christmas!" He trashed the note and returned the ring for cash.

A certain group of planetary princesses got a lovely Christmas card from their leader that also read simply, with a picture of herself and Yuuhi. "With all my love, have a wonderful Christmas. I miss you very much." In the post script, "By the way, here's my new boyfriend, isn't he hot?"

The Tsukino family also got a Christmas card similar to the above, only missing the 'isn't he hot' line. A certain Kenji Tsukino might not have liked that and she wanted her boyfriend very much alive.

Aya Mikage and her boyfriend, Tooya, also received a letter from Yuuhi explaining that he wasn't angry with them in the least. He went on to apologize for acting immature, and that he was truly happy for the two of them. Much like Usagi, he'd included the usual Christmas tidings and a picture of them, omitting 'isn't she hot?'

Chidori received a humongous stuffed donkey, which bore a sign that cleverly read, "Sorry for being such an ass." It made her laugh so hard she couldn't help but forgiving Yuuhi. Although she'd been slightly hurt that he had a new girlfriend, she decided to have Christmas dinner with them.

As we travel back to the Aogiri residence the following morning, we're rudely interrupting a nice scene between to lovebirds, but it's not going to stop us. Usagi picked up her present from Yuuhi with much apprehension. Her face lit up with shock, then twisted into annoyance as she chucked the gift at his head.

"Instant ramen? That better not be my real present you baka." Yuuhi laughed hysterically for a few moments before silencing under Usagi's menacing glare.

"Come on, I put a lot of thought into that. You have to admit it was great." He grinned, and though she still looked peeved there was a hint of a smile on her lips. Yuuhi calmed himself and produced another gift from the tree that Usagi had apparently missed with her radar. "I had to hide this one good cause I had the feeling you'd be snooping around for it."

"Oh, you're always so mean. Give me the present before I'm forced to cook for you." Usagi snatched the present from his hands while Yuuhi pretended to faint dramatically, causing the blonde to stick her tongue out at him. She shredded the wrapping paper like a wild animal and nearly fell over from the contents.

"Usagi Tsukino," He began seriously, though there was still a hint of mirth left shining in his brown eyes as he dropped on one knee. "Will you marry me?"

At the sharp intake of breath throughout the room, Usagi quite suddenly remembered that the two were not alone. She flushed an ungodly color of red as her eyes watered beyond her blink control. It took one look in those beautiful brown eyes of his to know her answer.

"No."

"What?" Yuuhi looked on the verge of tears himself, until Usagi grinned like a Cheshire cat and tackled him.

"Of course I will, you idiot, you deserved that for making fun of my cooking." She pouted the most adorable one she could muster, and then kissed him like she couldn't breathe without him. The group present let out cheers.

"They'll have a long engagement, like Aya and Tooya, right?" Chidori asked.

"Nah, they wanna start making babies." Mrs. Q declared.

"What are you guys talking about over there?" Usagi called from her spot on the floor.

"Nothing, just keep doing what you were doing." Mrs. Q replied. Yuuhi grinned and pulled Usagi back down to him.

"You know, for once, I agree with her."

"Merry Christmas," Usagi laughed.

"Yes, a very merry Christmas."

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Ha, I'm such a loser. I decided to go ahead and put this out the day before Christmas, since I did say it would be finished by Christmas, not on Christmas. Plus, I'll be busy tomorrow, just like everyone else. Presents and food! -cheer-

-sigh- I'm going to miss you dear story...but there will be more! I've got another AnC/SM in the works, though I'm not sure when it will be released. It's quite morbid, I must admit. Anyways, I want to thank everyone who reviewed this story, and those who review this chapter as well. A story can't do very well without readers, can it? I love you all. –glomps readers- Merry Christmas!!

Julie: You are so cruel. Mamoru already lost his girlfriend, now you want me to beat him up? Bad, bad person. –laughs hysterically- I figured I'd give the poor guy a break this story and not bust him up. Maybe next time?

Angel-Goddess: My spastic-ness stems from my complete control in public. I'll be completely quiet in a crowd, then go home and go nuts. Is that bad? oO Yes, yes, this story is very fluffy...like marshmallows. :D Sadly, this chapter is also quite short. But my other fic will be a story of decent length I assure you, and the story line is going well.

Well, we have the update lapses in common too. I'm normally a terrible updater; this story is the first that's actually been updated routinely. I share your reader-stalker pains too, that's why I'm going to have to finish off a few stories before I release my other AnC/SM one. And I'd be honored to edit yours if you ever write one. J

Ahh, don't drown! I'm sorry this fic must end so soon...-sniffles- I'll definitely alert you when I release my other fic. Thanks again for your lovely reviews throughout this story, and now I must go eat pancakes. Ta ta!

Merry Christmas every one! :D (Now I must go to work...working on Christmas Eve, bah!)

-SachiNyoko-