(A/N at the bottom )

Standard Disclaimer

Tidus was ready to give up. He could search every single plane that was about to leave, but he had no way of even getting past security. It seemed absolutely hopeless. He got to his feet, ignoring the stares of people around him. Nothing really mattered to him, anymore. When he turned around, he gasped…

"Tidus?" Just hearing her voice brought waves of warmth into his body.

"Yuna!" He called her name in return, noting the confused expression on her face. "I-I can't let you leave," He told her, his mind racing in an attempt to find his words.

"Tidus, I just can't go back on that cruise and be all happy again. I'm mad at myself. I promised myself I wouldn't get involved with anyone, and I did. I really can't blame you…" Yuna explained sincerely, trying to escape her worries.

"That's the thing, Yuna, you can't control love. I know it sounds naïve, but you have to know…I'm in love with you," And just with those five words, Tidus had completely thrown himself into vulnerability. Their eyes had locked together, and Yuna was absolutely shocked. Despite the fact that Yuna was completely still, her mind raced at a million miles per hour. There was nothing more striking than hearing those words. She blinked, and began to sob. She was about to drop with weakness, but Tidus quickly caught her, bringing her to her feet.

"I'm in love with you…too," Yuna admitted, bowing her head. She felt as if she was giving up everything she believed in. Suddenly, Tidus used his index finger to gently push her chin back up.

"Never hide your face, Yuna," Tidus told her, causing her to give him a weak grin. As a tear ran down her cheek, the two's faces came closer together. Yuna was absolutely nervous, but when her lips met Tidus', it was magic. The gentleness of the kiss was magnificent, and they seemed to have trouble pulling away. It was the same warmth Yuna had felt on that first dream before the ship. Realizing this, she pulled away gently. They exchanged pleasant grins.

"Well I'm glad you two are happy again, but what're we going to do with these plane tickets?" Paine suddenly appeared from the lengthy line she was just in, smirking. Tidus and Yuna turned to face her, both laughing a bit…

There was nothing to the air besides the wonderful smell of the ocean and the swift breeze carrying it. Beyond the railing on the deck of the Voyager of the Seas, there was nothing but the bright blue ocean, extending to meet the cyan sky at the horizon. Six people stood, divided into couples, staring out at the ocean in a trance-like state. Rikku and Gippal stood on the far left, Rikku gently tracing patterns on Gippal's bare chest. Paine and Baralai stood on the far right, Paine folding her arms as Baralai wrapped his arms around her waist. Finally, just in the middle, were Yuna and Tidus. They were both embracing one another, looking out at the ocean with grins on their faces. They would occasionally catch each other's glance at one another, and kiss gently.

It seemed as though nothing could ever go wrong. Gabriella now stood at the secret spot of loneliness, watching the three couples with a giant frown and a pack of ice over her bruised eye. Leblanc, Ormi, and Logos were in the temporary brig. Leblanc paced back and forth, worrying with a glare. Ormi stood at the bars, running a plastic cup back and forth along them. Logos sat on the bed, his arms folded and his tolerance for Ormi growing thin. The obnoxious Cruise Director Becky was now "directing" on crutches, her leg left having broken in a rather strange…accident…

As the sun met the horizon, the beautiful, majestic Voyager of the Seas sailed off into it…

Epilogue

A good seven months had passed since the Voyager, and everyone was at peace. Yuna, Rikku, and Paine were still roommates, although there had been a change. Yuna was in the kitchen of their new, three-bedroom apartment, fiddling around with different foods, pans, and appliances.

"Hey Yunie, is it ready yet? I'm starving!" Rikku called from the table, pounding lightly on the well-set table. Paine sat next to Rikku, her arms folded and her legs crossed.

"Almost there!" Yuna quickly called back, dashing a bit of salt in one of the cooking pans. She slid on her oven mitts, opening the oven and enjoying the wonderful aroma as she pulled out the tray. A wonderfully cooked turkey radiated its scent through the main room, and Rikku was the first to react.

"Mmm, I can't wait!" Rikku exclaimed, licking her lips.

"You're going to have to!" Yuna called back with a tooth-filled grin. As if on cue, the front door swung open.

"Honey, I'm home!" He called out jokingly, causing Yuna to laugh. Tidus approached his girlfriend, kissing her passionately and then commenting on the wonderful fragrance. Yuna motioned him towards the table, and he complied. As she walked out into the dining table, she smiled at the group brightly. She was impressed with her own cooking, for once. They conversed into the night, their apartment full of laughter and rejoice. It was truly what Yuna had always wanted. A home full of friends, a wonderful boyfriend, and a delicious Thanksgiving dinner. She finally felt…complete…

(A/N: I just want to take this opportunity to thank all of my faithful readers for taking the time to read my stories. You don't know how much I appreciate your opinions and your support. This is truly one of my favorite stories so far, and you have all helped me to feel that way. Thank you very much!)

-Jahiro