Epilogue: One Last Good-Bye
"I still can't believe you're gone…"
Zell stared solemnly at the tombstone, tracing the letters gently with his fingers. His heart ached with sorrow. Zell couldn't believe that he had been gone for six months already. He was so young, and he had his whole life ahead of him. It was unfair that fate had taken him instead of the little blond man. At least he had finally gotten recognition worthy of his character. He was given a simple, but elegant funeral, and while only a handful had actually showed up, they were the people that truly cared about him. He would be missed.
"Zell, you have to let go," a voice said from behind him. "It was not your fault, and he would be thrilled to know that you finally found the happiness you deserve."
"I know," Zell let out a small sob. "I just wish I could have saved him in the end."
"Betcha he and Squall are up in heaven, knocking back drinks, trading embarrassing stories about you."
"Oh, Seifer." Zell stood and faced the taller man. "You really think so? Squall has some pretty good blackmail on me."
"Hah, I'd like to hear about it sometime," Seifer winked.
"Maybe," Zell said, "but after I get some good blackmail on you first!"
Seifer laughed heartily. He took Zell gently by the hand and pulled him forward into a kiss. Zell threw his arms around Seifer's neck and embraced him tightly, never wanting to let go.
"I love you, Seifer."
"I love you, Zell."
"I guess it's just going to be the two of us from now on," Zell sighed happily. "Together forever."
Seifer grinned and kissed him once more.
And no one came between them ever again.
FIN