A/N: Thanks to all of you who took the time to read this fic. I can't tell you how good that makes me feel. Special thanks to HollyShadow, Geller Bing and foureverCharmed for leaving nice comments after each chapter. You guys are the best! I have another story ready to go. It's called You, Always. It of course is another Piper and Leo story and I will be posting it soon so if you get the chance, check it out! Now on to the final installment of this story.

Chapter 10

After some time, Phoebe was able to assist Cole to his feet. Still unstable, he wobbled as the tingling sensation ran up and down his limbs. Stumbling at first, they headed in the direction Piper had taken. Precious minutes ticked by before they made it to their ultimate destination. Phoebe let out a cry at what they came upon. Leo, in the arms of another woman and her sister withering in agony on the dirt floor at their feet.

It took Phoebe only a moment to assess the situation, which motivated her into action. Rushing to her fallen sister, she discovered Piper's pulse was barely visible. Looking up to the embracing couple, she yelled, "Get away from him you bitch!"

Jealousy pulled herself slightly away from Leo, still keeping him close. Observing the two witches with a satisfied smirk. "You're too late witch. You sister will not survive my bite. Even now the jealousy is coursing through every pore of her being. Soon it will completely consume her and the Power of Three is no more."

Phoebe's mind was racing. She had to stop this, but how? They already knew a vanquishing potion would have little effect. They were dealing with an upper level demon, which required a Power of Three spell. However, she was down two sisters. Leaving her with no other options. Petrified she would not be able to save Piper let alone an injured Paige. Phoebe's frantic eyes found Cole beseeching him to help.

He knew what she was asking. "Are you sure?"

"Yes, save my sisters."

Cole gave a slight nod and raised his hand allowing a red fireball to form in his palm. In a blink of an eye he tossed it at the demon. Jealousy ready for such an attack waved her hands and diverted the assault. Moving away from an immobile Leo, she attempted to flee. Phoebe with a quicksilver motion threw out her leg, catching the woman at the ankles. Unprepared for a physical tactic, she stumbled forward. Taking advantage of the distraction, Cole let another fiery orb fly.

Jealousy, trying to recover her footing had no chance to defend herself. The burning sphere connected sharply with her body. She let out an agonizing scream as she burst into flames and eventually flared out of existence. The moment the woman vanished, Leo jerked and tumbled to the ground dazed. Piper no longer shivering lay lifeless.

"Piper!" Phoebe sobbed as she knelt by her sister.

Cole, after dispatching the enemy went over to Leo. With a helping hand he assisted the angel up. Leo wavered on his feet, not quite sure what had happened. Phoebe's voice pierced through the mist clouding his brain.

"Leo! It's Piper, she needs you!"

It was enough to cut through the haze. Eyes frightened, he hurried over, placing his healing hands over his wife's tortured body. A soft glow emanated from his palms. Still Piper lay motionless.

"Why isn't she moving Leo?"

"It's bad Phoebe. She's almost on the other side." To his wife he said, "Come on Piper, don't leave me, come on." Closing his eyes he let all of his love pour into his hands causing the golden hue to grow brighter.

Piper's eyes fluttered open. "Leo." His name coming out in a barely audible whisper. Relief flooded through him as he reached for her. Still extremely weak, she clung to him for support.

"Not to interrupt a moment, but I really think we need to get out of here before the Source arrives." Cole advised.

"You're right, plus Paige needs us." Phoebe agreed. At her brother-in-law's look, she went on, "We need to get back to the manor, Paige is hurt."

Leo knew his wife was not strong enough to stand on her own. Gathering her into his arms, he orbed them both out.

Wrapping her arms around Cole's waist, Phoebe let him shimmer them out as well.

The four re-materialized in the manor attic. Instantly they spotted Paige on the old couch, shaking from her wound. Her injury had begun to fester in their absence, causing the youngest sister to fall into unconsciousness. No one needed to say a word. Leo gently set his wife down and went to his sister-in-law's side.

Hands hovering, he let his magic to its thing. Shortly after, Paige opened her eyes confused. "What happened?"

Leo moved away so Phoebe could take his place, "Nothing much sweetie. Demon attack, rescue mission, vanquishing demon, and saving sisters. Pretty much the norm."

Pushing herself up into a sitting position, Paige pouted. "I always miss all the fun." Thus causing her sisters to send her disbelieving looks. "What?" She asked innocently. "I'm just saying."

Later that night Cole lay spread out on Phoebe's bed with his back against the headboard. Phoebe sat in front, her head resting on his chest. "Cole?"

"Yeah?"

"I'm really sorry about all the things I said to you over the past few days."

"It's all right, it was the infection talking, not you."

Taking his hand, she threaded her fingers with his. "I suppose, but I think some of it was my insecurities about your demon half."

Cole tensed. They hadn't discussed his use of demonic powers to kill Jealousy. "Do you regret asking me to use my powers?"

"A little." She admitted truthfully.

"Doesn't mean I still can't repress that side Phoebe. I used them to save your sisters."

"I know and I'm grateful, I really am. Guess this is all still a work in progress huh?"

Turning her head, so she could see him, he tipped her chin up with his index finger. "I think it's worth it."

"Me too." She smiled and waited for his lips to descend on hers. He didn't disappoint, as he bent his head down and gently kissed her. The kiss deepened and they both knew they would not be leaving the room anytime soon.

Down the hall, the shower ran. Leo stood under the pulsating water's heat. Images of what transpired filled his mind's eye. With soap in hand, he began scrubbing vigorously all over his body. He could not seem to get the feeling of the demon's touch off his skin. Most of what occurred felt like a dream while he was under the influence of the oil. Even though he had been unable to prevent any of it, he still felt violated to some extent. How the demon used him to get to Piper, made his heart ache uncontrollably. He loved Piper with everything in his being and being used to hurt her was almost unbearable.

They had talked a little of the day's events, trying to put it all into perspective. Piper being infected and he under the demon's manipulations. All of it beyond their control. They needed to make sure their relationship had not suffered and they were still solid in the end. He prayed that was the case.

Piper sat on the edge of the bed, listening to the water run. He'd been in there a really long time. She could only imagine what he was feeling. Her angel of a husband being used that way. Those images coming back to haunt her and she had to take a steady breath to get her emotions back in line. Realizing they both had been manipulated did not ease away all the troubling feelings still remaining. Seeing Leo in the arms of another woman had been one of the worse thing she'd ever experienced, and let's face it, she's experience some pretty awful things. However, they needed to get past it and know it for what is was and move on. If not, then the bad guy or girl in this case, would win. That was simply not something Piper was even going to consider.

Finally the shower shut off. A few minutes later, a still slightly wet Leo emerged from the bathroom. He had wrapped a large brown towel around his waist. He didn't make eye contact with her as he went in search of clothing. Piper knew her husband, and knew he was still embarrassed by what had happened.

"Feel better?" She asked softly.

"Yeah." Still he did not look at her. Pulling out a drawer, he grabbed his flannel trousers and a t-shirt.

Piper rising to her feet stepped up behind him and wrapped her arms around his waist. "I love you."

She could see him close his eyes in the mirror's reflection at her statement. Turning him, so he faced her, she let her fingers explore the smooth planes of his chest. He swallowed hard attempting to block out the images of another woman doing the same thing. This was Piper, his wife, he reminded himself. The woman he loved more than anything.

Piper could feel some of the tension leave his body, and smiled to herself. Tugging at him, she led him to the bed. Sitting both of them down, she leaned toward him, letting her lips brush gently across his. As he continued to sit there, she let her mouth play over his, relishing their warmth. When she felt his hands tentatively brush her back, a thrill went through her. Pushing him back, they fell together on the soft mattress. Piper moved her lips to his neck and then his ear. "I love you." She whispered again.

Leo brought his hands to her face, cupping each side. His eyes darkened with emotion. "I love you too." Then he kissed her with all the love and passion in his being.

For the next couple of hours, they dispatched all the distasteful memories and made new ones of their own. Lounging in the afterglow of their love, Piper snuggled deep into his arms. "I never apologized for all the awful things I said to you at the club and when we were shopping."

"It's okay Piper. It wasn't the real you but the jealousy talking."

"Maybe, but some of it was me I think."

"What do you mean?"

Shifting her body, she wanted to see his face. "There's a part of me that still thinks you're too good to be true and I'll loose you."

Tightening his arms around her, he nuzzled his face into her hair. "That's never going to happen. Ever."

"Promise?"

"Promise." He vowed and proceeded to roll her onto her back, giving her a mischievous grin. "Want to seal that promise?"

"Oh yeah." She giggled. Bringing his lips to hers they did just that.