Ch 45: Epilogue

Working on her studies at the library were she worked, she could feel herself begin to tire but a smile still appeared on her face as she closed her book and sat back in her chair. Life had been going well for her and Gar. She knew how happy he was every time he came home from work and how hard he had been studying at the university.

Gathering her book and notebook in her bag, she zipped up her backpack and headed out of the library. Walking down the steps, she was surprised to see Gar waiting for her at the bottom and she was happy to see him.

"I thought you might want to get something to eat with me."

"It's 11pm at night Gar."

"So you're saying you're not hungry?"

"I—her stomach growled and she blushed in embarrassment. "I haven't eaten since breakfast. I guess I am hungry."

"Well," Gar smiled. "I know the perfect place Rae," he said as he put his arm around her.

She sighed. "Sometimes I can't believe this pizza place is still standing," she said as Gar placed their pizza on the table with their drinks. Raven dug in right away, realizing how hungry she really was. "Thanks Gar."

"No problem Rae, anyway I got a call from Dick. Him and Kory are going to Tamaran and bringing Nightstar to met Gal-fore."

"That should be a fun rocket ride for Nightstar," smiled Raven.

"Yeah and her parents," he laughed. "Anyway Karen called to and her and Vic want to bring the kids here for a visit next week."

"I'm sure you're very excited to entertain the kids."

"Well I am the fun uncle and godfather."

"And that hasn't gone to your head at all," she smiled.

"Nah," he smirked. "So, how are your studies going?" he asked before he ate another slice.

"I'm exhausted, but I wouldn't have it any other way. I love being a librarian."

"I'm really happy for you Rae," he said and smiled.

"You look just as tired as I am Garfield."

"Well I'm happy to," he said as he held her hand in his.

They continued to eat and enjoy each other's company into the early morning. Even though they were tired, they didn't want to stop reminiscing about the past because it got them to this point in time where they could live their lives as normally as they could. The sun was rising as the couple flew back to their home in Titans Tower.

Once their heads hit the pillows in Raven's room, now their room, they were out instantly. The morning turned into evening as Raven rolled over in bed in the clothes she wore the day before and opened her eyes to see Gar was missing. Sitting up, she heard the sound of water running. Looking at the clock, her eyes widened. It was 1pm. 'Wow, we were really tired,' she though as she got off the bed.

Entering the bathroom, she was surprised to see Gar relaxing in a bubble bath, his eyes closed as he sighed in contentment. Once he heard Raven clear her throat, he knew he had been caught. "Uh," he blushed, "hey Rae, did you sleep well?"

"Nice try, why are you taking a bubble bath?" she asked in amusement.

"It always seems to make you feel good. I thought I tried it and hopefully not get caught, guess that didn't happen."

"Don't worry," she smirked, "I won't tell anyone."

"Uh, then why are you smirking? You want something from me, don't you Rae?"

"I'll think of something Gar," she said as she turned on the shower, removed her clothes, Gar intently watching her when she entered the shower.

His eyes roamed over every part of her, watching the water and soap move down her chest, torso, down between her legs, and settle at her feet before going down the drain. When she turned her back to him, he continued to observe the soap and water travel down her back and over the cheeks of her perfect butt. His hunger for her increased as her arms rose to her head to wash her hair, her eyes closed, feeling the warm water sooth her.

He want to rush into the shower and ravish her until they both couldn't walk anymore, but he was so comfortable where he was. He wanted to close his eyes and relax in the tub, but he was curious about what Raven was doing now. He set his eyes on her once again to see her body wrapped in a towel as well as her head, and he smiled. "You look cute like that Rae."

Raven knelt down to his level. "I saw you watching me Gar."

Gar smirked. "I know, and I very much enjoyed the show Raven."

"Couldn't get yourself out of the tub, huh?" she smiled.

"I wanted to believe me, but it's been an exhausting week. I'm sure for you to Rae. I'll have other times to make love to you."

"True. Well maybe we can compromise," said Raven as she removed her towel from her body and head, feeling Gar's lust pour out of him. "Make room for me."

"Sure," said Gar as he helped her get settled in the tub with her. He sighed. "You're right this is a pretty good compromise," he said before their lips met in a sweet kiss.

Lying against his chest, she relaxed instantly, watching as Gar's hand disappeared under the water and then she felt his fingers move inside her, and she moaned as he brought her to orgasm. She was catching her breath as he whispered in her ear. "I thought you deserved something pleasurable Rae. I love you," he said as he continued to touch her and kiss her, hearing her love for him flow through her lips. When he felt her begin to touch him and kiss him, he lied back against the tub and watched her work her magic on his body.

They decided on a picnic on the roof after they were fresh and dressed. They ate in silence, but it wasn't an awkward silence. They were enjoying just being in each other's presence as they watched the view of the sky and the water down below.

Raven had made a decision about telling Gar what she had done to alter time. He didn't deserve to be kept in the dark about this, and she wanted to always be honest with him. She was trying to figure out where to start and before she felt Gar's hand on her thigh.

"Raven?"

"Sorry Gar, did you say something?"

"I was wondering what you were thinking about."

"Remember when I told you that someday I would reveal to you why I was being more affectionately lately?"

"Yeah I remember."

"I did something to alter time. The way we are now wasn't how things originally were. The battle we had with Brother Blood and most of the villains of Jump City was a trap set by my aunt and uncle. It was just you and me battling them, and you—you were killed. I lost it and became a full blooded demon. I killed them all Gar because they killed you."

"Raven," he said softly.

"I have to continue. I have to get this off my chest. Afterwards I destroyed New Azarath and lived my days as the ruler of Trigon's realm. Linda brought you back to life, and you found Herald and was able to travel to my father's realm," she said and then continued telling Gar the rest of the story. "Our story ended on a beach were we lived in a hut. We were doing well, away from the rest of the world, but I couldn't live that way forever. The future was uncertain, and it became harder to live with what I did, so I went back to the tower, found the time antique, and altered time. I found myself before we went out with my aunt and uncle and told my past self how to prevent what happened and now we're here," she said, looking closely at Garfield. "What are you thinking Gar?"

"You did what you thought was right Rae. You've been through a lot, and you don't deserve to suffer. I guess you didn't want to burden me with this, but I'm glad you have. I promise to keep this just between us."

"Thank you Gar," she said as she leaned into him, his arms instantly around her. "I love you."

"I love you to," said Gar as he kissed the top of her head. "You're not alone."

"I know," she smiled as he played with her hair.

"It's a beautiful evening," he said as a refreshing breezed passed by. It was then that he looked to the engagement ring on her finger and touched the ring on her finger. "I can't believe you agreed to marry me yesterday in the tub."

"It's a little unconventional, but we've always been that way," she smiled.

The couple lied back on their picnic blanket in each other's embrace and looking towards the sky. Gar looked at her serene face. "I guess we'll be that way until the sky falls.

(The End)