Here's the epilogue. I really hope you've enjoyed reading this, as it is my first story, well ok not mine completely. Tetra-Slash started it so I can't take all the credit. Anyway, thanks for all your reviews and I hope you enjoy.
Sheena woke up in her own bed in Mizuho, to see Lloyd lieing next to her, still sound asleep, a wide smile on his face. It had been two days since the fall of Yggdrasil, and they had returned to Mizuho to inform the king of Cruxis' fall.
At first, her grandfather seemed to be in an internal fight, over whether he should be glad they're both safe, or be furious that they put the only remaining heir of the throne in life threatening danger.
She stared lovingly at him, really tempted to stroke his fluffy hair, but she didn't want to risk waking him. Lloyd deserved any dreams he had after what he accomplished, though she was finding it difficult not to wake him, just so she could kiss him.
Suddenly, as if he could sense Sheena's desire, Lloyd began to stir. He opened his eyes, and smiled warmly up at her face. "Morning, beautiful." He yawned.
No longer resisting her temptation and desire, she rolled on top of Lloyd and planted a powerful kiss on his lips. "Morning, too you too." She whispered seductively in his ear, after pulling away from the kiss. She rested her head on his chest as Lloyd stroked her long, black hair, wishing she could go back to sleep in this state of bliss.
"You know, we're gonna have to move sooner or later?" Lloyd asked, after a few minutes had past.
"Make it later." She breathed, knowing fully well enough that she would have to move eventually, especially if she wanted to attend the celebration her grandfather was holding.
She opened her eyes in shock, she hadn't actually told Lloyd about this, and as he was the guest of honour, he would have to come. There was a surprise in store for him that they'd both love.
"Uh...Lloyd?" she stared to ask, "This evening my grandfather's hosting a celebration
and I was wondering if you wanted to go with me?"
Lloyd chuckled, "Do you even have to ask? Of course I'll go with you. What's the occasion?"
"Well...he's just very happy about our safe return and wants to let out some bottled up excitement." She was hoping Lloyd would buy this; she didn't want to spoil the surprise.
"I guess he can't just go out to a night club when he wants huh?" he joked.
Sheena just laughed, 'Well that was close.' She thought, 'Just hope he doesn't ask more questions about it.'
They finally decided to get up and prepare for he day.
An hour later, they were both lieing on their backs, staring up to the cloudless sky, simply relaxing.
"Lloyd?" Sheena asked after a few minutes.
"Hmm?"
"What do you plan to do now?"
"Now?"
"You know, now that Cruxis is no more, so no-one's gonna be after the power of an Angelus Soldier. So, what now?"
Lloyd paused for a brief second, wandering what to say. He wanted to be in the countryside to relax for the rest of his days, but he also wanted to be with Sheena, and he couldn't remove the only heir to the throne from her kingdom. "Honestly, I want to spend the rest of my life with you." Sheena smiled, "But..." he started, faltering her smile, "I'm not sure if this life is what I want. This way of life, in a beautiful palace, being served, dealing with problems popping up everywhere in the kingdom. I wanna be in the countryside, just to relax."
"What's the problem?" Sheena asked, laughing a bit, "We can both go to the countryside."
"You can't. You're the only heir of Mizuho. You must stay, or the whole kingdom will fall apart."
Small tears were starting to fall from her eyes. She embraced him in a tight hug, and whispered, "Don't worry Lloyd, we'll find a way to be together, and for us and Mizuho to be happy."
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It was nearly time for the celebration, and Lloyd was back in his suit from the Meltokio Ball. He hadn't seen Sheena since their conversation outside the castle, and he was kicking himself for what he said.
"What did you do that for?" he asked himself, countless times, "Now she's off either crying her eyes out, or trying to find a way for them to be together. You should've kept your big mouth shut! Who cares if you have to live a life you don't want, as long as you're with Sheena, who cares?" 'No,' he then thought, 'if you hadn't said anything, you would be keeping a very big secret from her, you'd never be truly happy, and be in a larger risk of ruining a perfect relationship.'
"Lloyd?" he turned. Sheena was stood in the doorway, wearing the same beautiful dress as before, but somehow, she seemed more beautiful than before.
He walked up to her, "Sheena, I'm sorry, I shouldn't have..."
But Sheena put a finger on his lips, "Shhh. Lets forget about it, and just enjoy tonight." She wrapped her arms around his neck, and kissed him passionately."
They kissed for what seemed hours, before they headed out for the main hall.
As they walked, arms linked, Lloyd couldn't help but notice that Sheena remained silent, but she also seemed anxious. She had a mischievous grin on her face that meant she knew something he didn't.
"Sheena?" he asked curiously, "Is there anything you haven't told me about this party?"
Sheena moved her head away from him, trying to hide her blush, "Of-Of course not." she answered, obviously not being truthful.
"Sheena." Sounding a bit like a cross father.
Knowing she wasn't going to fool him, "I'm not gonna spoil the surprise!"
Before Lloyd could even attempt to persuade her to talk, they had reached the large doors leading to the main hall. They opened as if they sensed their arrival.
Lloyd's eyes widened in shock. Hundreds of nobles were standing either side of a long, extravagant, red carpet, all of them were applauding. At the end of the noble made path, stood the king of Mizuho, wearing garments of fine golden silk and a long red cape. A sword with a jewel encrusted handle and scabbard was attached to his side.
"Sheena?" he asked confused. She just giggled and started to walk down the aisle, tugging at his arm to make him follow.
After what seemed like hours, they couple finally reached the king. Letting go of his arm, Sheena walked to the side of her grandfather and turned to face Lloyd. She had a large smile on her face.
"Lloyd Aurion, please kneel." The king demanded, in a voice that carried out through the hall. Lloyd obeyed and knelt on one knee, as the king drew his sword. "For protecting the princess of Mizuho on countless occasions, for saving the numerous nobles attending the Meltokio ball, and for ridding the world of a world threatening group, I dub thee, Sir Lloyd Aurion of Mizuho." He placed his sword on his right, then left shoulder.
Lloyd looked up in shock. Out of anything, he wasn't expecting this. It seemed to show on his face, as Sheena looked as if she was holding in a fit of laughter.
"Rise, Sir Lloyd." Ordered the king, he stood. "And face your fellow nobles!" He turned to face all the guests, to immaculate applause, and he couldn't help but blush.
A long, slender arm linked with his own, and he turned to see Sheena, leaning against him. "Told you I didn't want to spoil the surprise!" she laughed.
"I kind of wish you did." Stated Lloyd, who still couldn't quite believe what had just happened.
She laughed, then whispered into his ear, "Of course, you know what this means, now you're a noble. We are now actually allowed to get married. We're allowed to be in love."
In reply, he kissed her lovingly, which caused the guests to applaud even more loudly than before.
Ten minutes later, everyone was on the dance floor, dancing to a very romantic sounding piece of music. Lloyd and Sheena were in the middle, rotating slowly. Sheena had her arms draped around his neck, whilst Lloyd had his placed on her hips
"You know, I bet you could play way better than them." Said Sheena with her head resting on Lloyd's shoulder.
"Not a chance!" he replied, "I only give private performances to you." They both laughed heartily.
Suddenly a familiar voice started to talk to them, "Princess Sheena? Sir Lloyd?"
They both turned to see, "Orochi?" gasped Sheena.
"Yes, Your Highness. I've...come to apologise on my brother's behalf. I'm sure he did blame you in a way for our parents' death, but I'm sure he never meant to attack you. We both made, as our last vow to our parents, a promise to keep you from all harm." But before he could continue, Lloyd butted in.
"Orochi, I've seen, experienced some of the things they can do to you. I'm sure he never dreamed of hurting her."
"He's right Orochi; Cruxis are terrible in their tactics." Added Sheena.
"I truly am sorry about killing him, but I had no other choice."
Orochi grew a few tears in his eyes. He simply nodded, and left the dance floor. They noticed the king approaching him and engaged him in conversation.
'I hope he accepts.' Sheena thought desperately, knowing what her grandfather was talking to him about.
"You ok, Sheena?" asked Lloyd, noticing the worried look on her face.
"Nothing," she lied, "come on. Lets dance." And they resumed their spot in the centre of the dancing couples.
A couple minutes later, the king had made his way towards the couple. He simply walked past them, but whispered to Sheena, "He accepted."
Sheena was restraining herself from leaping for joy, "He accepted Lloyd! He accepted!" and she hugged him tightly.
"I assume that's good news?" asked Lloyd, completely befuddled by this random statement.
"I talked to my grandfather about our problem, you know, you wanting to live in the countryside." She started to explain hurriedly, "And we came up with a solution. If I had an ambassador of some sort, than they could take my place fixing everyday problems, and if there's anything major, they'll come to us. We can be together in the countryside, like you wanted."
"You've done all of that?" asked Lloyd in delighted shock.
In response, Sheena kissed him with all the love she had for him.
"Sheena?" he asked, whispering in her ear. "Will you marry me?"
Sheena just laughed, "What do you think?" and she kissed him again.
They were holding each other tightly, both thinking of the wonderful life that was awaiting them.
Well there you have it, the ending. I must thank you all for your reviews and I hope you enjoyed reading this story. Farewell.