A/N: I am VERY sad and happy to say this is the last chapter in my story. Thank you for all the reviews, ideas, and support. I dunno if I am going to write another PhanFic, but keep watching just in case.
5 MORE MONTHS LATER
Erik found himself sitting outside Christine's room nervously. He tapped his fingers on his knee in anticipation. In the room he was not permitted to enter a doctor and Madame Giry were helping Christine give birth to their baby. Erik got up, paced around, sat back down, and got up again. He just couldn't keep still. He decided to go look out at the glassy lake, encircled by mist. He gazed out at the dark waters deeply. For a few minutes he seemed to just relax. Then he thought he saw something floating in the water. He squinted his eyes and waded out to where a piece of folded paper was floating. He picked it up and smiled when he read who and where the apparent letter was from. It was a letter from Nadir in Persia. Erik was happy to finally find out how that fop was fairing with Khunuum. He chuckled to himself as he sat down on the shores and unfolded the letter all the way. It read:
Dear OG,
Fondest greetings from Persia my friend. I have been reunited with my family and am very happy now. I do miss seeing you on the downside. I enjoy humoring myself by watching Khunuum torture that Viscount of yours. Ha, what a sight that is. He runs and runs through your chamber and tires himself until he is crawling around on his stomach. Then he stops for a few minutes and apparently starts shouting out, "Pay Back, pay back!" I am not sure exactly where he got that from, but I assume he is asking if he has had enough yet. I'd like to tell him he will never be done, but Khunuum does not allow anyone to speak with her toy unless permitted. She certainly isn't any less crueler than when you left. After the Viscount passes out Khunuum orders the guards to let a leopard into the chambers. Of course this frightens the man into insanity and he begins choking himself. To torture him even more, Khunuum orders the guards to seize him, the let the leopard pounce a few times, but miss. The Viscount then becomes so irritated he kicks at the leopard, only causing more pandemonium for himself. It is very fun to watch every day. Oh how I wish you could see your plan in action!
On another note, how are you and the lovely Mrs. Daae fairing? I'm terribly sorry I could not make it to your wedding day. Isn't Christine due soon? I just hope you two are alright. When you can, if you can, I would love for you to write back. The address is on the inside of the envelope, you'll have to cut it open to see. I decided it was safer to hide it so wondering eyes wouldn't find it.
Your Friend,
Nadir aka The Persian
Erik chuckled and stood up. He walked towards his desk and laid the letter on it with another chuckle. He so badly wanted to see the fop in his misery!
Suddenly Madame Giry appeared in the doorway of Christine's room with a smile. Erik's nervousness returned as Antoinette summoned him into the room with a knowing smile. Erik gave her an excited look and continued into the room. Christine was lying on her bed, looking very tired, and holding a small bundle in her arms. She looked up and smiled, showing her pretty teeth when Erik moved beside her. He looked down at the baby Christine was holding. She had dark hair like his own, blue eyes, and was sleeping peacefully.
"She's beautiful." Erik said in a single breath. Christine only smiled wider and continued to gaze lovingly at the two of them.
Erik felt so relieved when looking upon her perfectly normal face.
"What shall we name her?" Christine asked happily. Erik thought, rather tried to think, but nothing came to him. "You choose." He said instead. Christine then pondered deeply while Erik brushed his hand over the baby's hair. "How about Meredith?" Christine asked. Erik loved the way the name sounded and how it gave a sense of softness when thinking about it. "Yes, yes that will do." He said, trying to remain proper.
Madame Giry and the doctor disappeared from the lair and Erik heard them leaving. He and Christine stayed in the room, to marvel at their beautiful Meredith.
