I'm back! This chapter will be done soon. I'll likely be continuing Tobias' POV until this portion of the story is over. I'd rather write in his perspective while he's dealing with Marcus and Evelyn. Hopefully it'll only take a couple more chapters. I haven't exactly thought that through yet.

Tobias POV

The next morning Tris and I meet up with Jack on the steps outside the prison. He has a manila folder in his hands with the documents that Marcus may sign if he doesn't oppose a verbal agreement.

Tris has been so supportive of me and sometimes I don't know what I did to deserve her. I don't think any other girl would put up with my family drama, but Tris loves me for who I am and doesn't judge me or pity me. I honestly can't wait until this is all over so I can continue my life with her.

"Hello Tobias, Tris" Jack greets us.

"Hi Jack."

"So, I've got the documents here with me. Nothing too complicated so hopefully Marcus won't have any trouble reading and understanding everything. I also contacted his doctor and told him that I would be coming with you today with these papers. He had no problem with that and said that Marcus is doing okay still."

"Good. Hopefully Marcus won't give me any trouble with this. I just wanna do the right thing."

"You are doing the right thing, Tobias. Sometimes situations like this change people for the better. You don't have to forgive him, but if you think he's sincere in what he has been saying then that's what you should hold on to."

I nod. We head inside and walk straight to the infirmary to Dr. Harris' office. We talk briefly with Dr. Harris before Jack and I go see Marcus while Tris stays behind in the office.

I lead Jack to Marcus' bed. I pull back the curtain just slightly. I see him look up at us. He smiles just a little when he sees that it's me, but holds a curious look on his face when he sees Jack. Before I say anything I take a good look at him. He still looks good, but he looks more pale and tired.

"Hello Marcus."

"Hello Tobias. I didn't think you'd come back to see me."

"I told you that I would. This is slightly more than just a social visit though. There are some things I need to ask you."

"Oh? And who is this?"

"Hello Marcus." Jack says. "My name is Jack Kang and I am Tobias' lawyer. He asked me to come with him today because he would like to know what your last wishes are. He was unsure if you ever drew up a will or anything of that sort."

"No, I never did."

"That's fine. I brought these documents. In a nutshell, if you were to sign them they indicate how you want Tobias to handle things after your passing: if you prefer to be buried or cremated and other any details no matter how big or small they may be. I have two separate documents: one for a burial and one for a cremation and you can decide which one you choose to sign or you don't have to sign anything and we can do a verbal agreement. The choice is yours."

"I can sign."

"Very well. Which one would you like to sign? And you can fill out any other details you'd like on the sheet."

"I'll sign the document for the burial."

I'm not completely surprised by Marcus' choice. I know exactly why he wants a burial. I don't necessarily oppose the idea. I know Marcus wants me to give him this opportunity. I have decided already that I will." (A/N: The "opportunity" will be revealed possibly in the penultimate or final chapter if no one figures out what it is before then. I've had this idea for a week or two already.)

Marcus carefully reads through the rest of the document and writes other things down before officially signing it and handing the paper to Jack.

"I will keep this document on file until it's effective." Jack tells Marcus. "It's not too late to change your outlook on life, Marcus. The opportunity is right in front of you. Don't waste it. As the lawyer for your son I do not condone what you did, but I am not someone who encourages my clients to seek revenge. That's not what this is about. This may be the last time I see you, but I hope that you find peace before the end."

"Thank you, Mr. Kang." Marcus responds as he extends his hand out to Jack. Jack takes it and returns the gesture.

"I'll back right back." I tell Marcus. He nods.

Jack and I walk back to Dr. Harris' office. We stop right outside the office.

"Thank you for everything, Jack. I appreciate what you told Marcus back there."

"I care for you, Tobias. You are a good man. If there's a God up there, I know He wouldn't want you to hold a grudge and live your life with hate."

"I know. I'm starting to realize that too. I don't want to live like that. I have something positive to live for now." I say as I turn to look at Tris through the glass window. She sees me and smiles.

"We'll keep in touch. If you'd like me to attend the service, just let me know and I'll make the necessary arrangements."

"I will."

As soon as Jack leaves I enter Dr. Harris' office.

"Everything okay?" Tris asks me as she stands and takes my hand.

"Yeah. He signed. He wants a funeral and burial. I kinda expected that so whatever he wants is okay with me. Are you sure you wanna meet him?"

"Yes. I'm not afraid."

"Okay. Let's go."

Tris holds tight onto my hand as I lead her to Marcus' bed. I take a deep breath.

"Marcus, there's someone I want you to meet."

Marcus smiles a little when he sees Tris.

"This is my girlfriend."

"Hello Marcus. My name is Tris." Tris extends her hand out to him and he takes it.

"Hello Tris. Nice to meet you. Tobias told me a little bit about you the last time he was here."

We spend the next almost half hour talking. Tris and I tell Marcus how we met and I tell Marcus about my time in the military and my injuries. As I sit here talking to my father I realize how much easier this was than I thought. Maybe Jack is right, maybe Marcus' illness is changing him for the better in so little time. I guess something is better than nothing. I don't wanna dwell too much on what could have been but I'm glad that I got to spend time with my father before it's too late.

When it comes time for Tris and I to leave, Marcus seems sadder than he was the first time I came.

"Thank you both for coming. I'm glad I got to meet you, Tris. You seem like a lovely girl. I know you'll make my son happy for a long time. Take care of him."

"I will, Marcus. You can count on that."

I step closer to Marcus' bed and without thinking I grab his hand.

"Marcus, I just want you to know that while I can't make any promises, I will try to forgive you one day. These past couple weeks have given me time to reflect on things and I know you've done the same."

"Son, I know my illness isn't an excuse for my past mistakes and I know I can't go back in time and change things. I hope you didn't see these past couple weeks as just an obligation. You are a good man and I am proud of you. Sincerely, I'm really proud of you. I want to thank you for making me a father even if I didn't deserve it."

I feel tears in my eyes as I say, "I'm gonna miss you, dad. Really, I am. I hope you find peace."

"Thank you, son. I guess it's goodbye for now."

"Bye, dad."