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This is the final chapter of Cut of Without Amends.

I hope you all loved it. It makes me so sad to see it go.

I don't know if I'm going to continue writing Terra Nova fanfics right now. I might do a little bit of one-shot stuff but I don't know if Something or Someone is going to be taking a turn for a chapter story. It is hard to find time to update. Plus, I really want to write for a few other things right now. I have so many ideas but because of this story and my other story for The Lying Game, I don't know how I could balance it. I love to write but sometimes my inspiration just runs dry.

Anyway, thank you all for sticking with me. There is nothing I love more than being able to see all the reviews and alerts/favorites you guys do for my story. It just makes my heart pound with excitement and I just love it. You are all so special to me. Thank you so much.

And I would like to dedicate this story to all of you. Thank you. That is all I can say. thank you, thank you, thank you.

~NumberSixteen

Skye Tate.

She'd been through a lot in her lifetime. She's lost so much but always had someone there for her. She is impulsive and clever. She never thought she was capable of love like this. She never imagined the pain, strife, and hardship that would accompany it. But here she was, sitting in Commander Nathanial Taylor's office, trying to explain it.

Lucas Taylor had been locked up in the brig for a three months now. He got three square meals a day and a visit from Skye every afternoon after she shift at the clinic. The colony's distaste for their "relationship" had died down significantly, but they were still less than pleased. Josh Shannon was among one of the extremists about it.

Maddy and Mark's wedding had been postponed until two weeks from now. The colony was going berzerk with wedding plans and getting it all ready to go. But as Maid of Honor, Skye still had no date. Of course, Josh had asked her to be his on multiple occasions but each time, Skye had turned him down and insisted that he quit asking her.

That was only part of the reason Skye was with the Commander now. Now she was begging to give Lucas a chance.

"Lucas has been on his best behavior. He won't do anything to harm the colony. He has no reason to now. You said it yourself at one point, There is no way to get back to 2149. He has no need to harm us anymore. All he wants is to prove he won't hurt us anymore."

Taylor just stared at Skye. "I've been fooled before, Skye."

Skye just returned his gaze. "You can trust me, can't you?"

"I.." He looked at her. She'd betrayed him and lied to him before. Why wouldn't she now? Especially for Lucas. "I don't know, Skye. A lot has happened."

Skye gave him a pleading look. "I know things have been rough, but please Taylor. This is me before the sixers and Lucas. This is everything to me right now. You can trust me on this. Things won't get out of hand, we wouldn't harm Terra Nova. If we did, you can shoot us both for lying."

Taylor was appauled. "Shoot you? Why would I do that?"

"Because I betrayed you again. But I won't. And neither will Lucas. I'd keep him in check."

"I still don't know, Skye." Taylor took a drink of his coffee.

Skye would still keep fighting. "Just for the wedding. If he can't prove he's matured enough to handle that, then I will not ask for anything to do with him again. Just.. Please."

Taylor sighed. She was doing it again. She was convincing him to do something he didn't want to. "Fine. But there will be guards. If he does anything wrong, then we will shoot to kill on sight. Deal?"

Skye's face split into a grin. "Deal." She shook his hand before busting out the door to go tell Lucas.

The relationship between the girl and the Commander had improved since he began letting her see Lucas on a daily basis. They'd began to talk again and do things, like play chess, again. This made the Commander happier. He was so worried he'd lost her but in reality, she just wanted Lucas back in her life. Of course, he still was less than pleased that Lucas was playing such a large role in her life and he'd much prefer Josh, he was happy she was happy.

When Skye had burst through the door of the brig and told him the news about the wedding, he felt a flutter of hope in his heart. If he could prove himself, he might have a chance at a life with Skye in Terra Nova. When he really thought about it, it seemed weird. Of all his time here in Terra Nova, all he's ever wanted was to destroy it and it's people. Especially his father. But now, he wasn't only going to live in it and abide by it, he was going to help it. He wanted to make peace with his father. He'd always hate him after his mother's untimely death, but he would oblige to making some sort of peace for Skye.

Skye had given him a chaste kiss on his lips before skipping out for work, which he had come to despise slightly because it always was the reason she had to leave him. Then for hours he would sit in his cell alone, just thinking. Thinking and thinking and thinking. Of course, he had nothing really to think about anymore, now that he wasn't plotting to destroy this world as he knows it. But he seemed to always find something to think about. Like Skye. Oh, he thought of her a lot. He wondered what would have happened if she really was pregnant. That always got his heart pounding. What would the child have looked like? Would she have raised it alone if he hadn't heard? Would it really be so bad if they had children together?

A smile graced his lips.

No, no it would not be so bad..

The wedding day came upon Terra Nova all too fast. Last minute decorations were set in place and people bustled about to make it perfect for the happy couple, Mark and Maddy.

Skye fixed the bowtie on Lucas's tuxedo. She'd made him shave his scruff, as much as she liked it, and smooth his hair down to look nice. He'd been cleaned up with some soap and a bucket of water. He'd teased her for hours about the bucket, saying she should dump it out and put it on her head. Nonetheless, she was not amused.

When all was said and done, she took a step back and looked him over. He was as handsome as ever. She loved his scruffy, rumpled style, but he really could clean up nice. She nodded her approval. "You look handsome."

Lucas smirked his trademark smirk while shrugging. "Yeah well, it's been a while since I have needed to." He nodded over to her dress which sat on the table in the cell. "Are you going to get ready?"

Skye nearly forgot. "Oh, yeah I am." She walked over to the table and unzipped the holder and slid out the dress. It was a soft fabric, red in color. A black sash went around the middle and the straps matched it in a halter. The shoes, to Skye's protest, were black heels that Maddy had insisted she wear.

Skye slipped out of her shoes, shorts and top so that she was in just her underwear. She pulled the dress off the table and slipped her feet in it and pulled it up, tying the black lace halter strap around her neck. She reached for her shoes and slipped them on, raising her up a good three or four inches. Then she reached behind her to zip up the dress but another hand was already on it.

"Here, I'll help." The words were mumbled against her ear and Skye smiled lightly. He zipped up the dress slowly and reached around to grab the sash, tying that as well. Lips lightly touched her shoulder and she shuddered, letting out a shaky breath.

"Lucas, this isn't a good time. We need to leave. It starts in an hour." Skye said quietly.

Lucas hummed against her shoulder and it sent a fluttering sensation through her. "I don't want to go yet."

Skye turned around to meet him. "Yeah me neither but-" Before she could get the rest of her sentence out, Lucas had leaned over and pressed his lips softly to hers. She sighed into him and laced her fingers up into his hair, not caring if she messed it up. How did he make her feel like this every time he kissed her? She'd never figure it out..

After a few minutes, she pulled away. "As much as I am enjoying this, we really have to go."

Lucas nodded but pressed his lips to her forehead once more before he let her lead the way out of the cell. The guard opened the door carefully, eyeing Lucas suspiciously. He was to excort them all the way to the wedding. The pair exited the cell and followed the guard to the exit of the brig. The sunlight scorched Lucas's eyes after being in the dark brig for so long. He shielded it warily, still following the guard. Skye had looped her arm through his and he could feel her clutching him. When his eyes adjusted, he looked about and learned why Skye was clutching him the way she was. Everyone was staring. Staring at him. Staring at her. Staring at them. He knew she wouldn't admit she was embarrassed but she knew that it was killing her that all her friends growing up were judging her the way the were now. It made him fell guiltier than ever.

He leaned over and mumbled into her ear. "Don't concern yourself with them. If they can't accept you now, then they weren't your real friends in the first place."

She nodded her head in recognition as they walked down the street toward the meadow where the wedding was to be held. Oh how Lucas missed the outdoors. The sunlight felt good on his face and the sound of gravel underneath his feet was comforting. But he also felt good because he was a part of something good. He was so used to being on the side of lies and destruction, he'd forgotten what it felt like to be part of something that brought joy. And he felt amazing now.

They'd arrived at the wedding and the decorations, the people, everything was elaborate and perfect. They'd been led to where the bridal party was. Maddy was hidden because it's 'bad luck' if the groom sees the dress. Mark met them and shook Lucas's hand. He looked nervous to talk to the man that held his soon-to-be-wife hostage and had strongly disagreed with letting him take part in the wedding. But Maddy had insisted he'd changed and had only done the things he'd done out of love for Skye. She'd forgiven him, and if that was what she wanted Mark to do, so be it.

"Thank you for coming." Mark mumbled incoherantly to Lucas and turned to Skye. "Skye, you look lovely. Are we ready? The wedding starts in only a few minutes."

Skye nodded, "We have been ready for this for a while now." She smiled softly up at Lucas, who gaving her a loving smile in return.

"Alright! Groom, you're good to go." The wedding planner clapped her hands. "Get out there."

Mark nodded at Lucas and Skye before leaving with the planner to walk down the isle. Maddy was led out of the closest house before coming to stand before Skye and Lucas. "Hey guys." She smiled at the couple. Her white gown was long and flowing, beaded with sequins in patterns around her middle and breast area.

"Wow, you look beautiful." Skye smiled. "That dress is wonderful."

"Don't you love it?" Maddy smiled, giddy with excitement. She turned to Lucas. "Thank you for coming."

Lucas forced out a smile. "I'm glad I was allowed to. Thank you."

Maddy smiled back at them both. "You two are perfect. Whatever it is people have against you, it's wrong."

Jim Shannon walked up to her. "Okay well it's your turn to walk down the isle after your bridal party. Now, Lucas," He said with distaste evident in his voice, "You and Skye need to go over there and lead the bridal party down the isle. Myself and Maddy will follow."

Skye nodded at him before leading Lucas over to where they were to meet up with a few other people in the bridal party. They got into position and marched down the isle. Skye could feel all the eyes on her and Lucas but she forced it away. She was here with Lucas right now and that is all that matters.

When they'd reached their spots, the bridal march began and everyone stood to see Maddy walk down the isle. Many people awed at her beauty. Skye dared a glance at Mark to see his starstruck face. When she reached him, Jim begrudgingly handed his daughter over to Mark and took his seat. The ceremony commenced and it was over before anyone knew it. Everyone smiled and congratulated them as they went back down the isle and got into a rover where they would ride to the reception which was being held in the center square by the gates. Everyone else would get there by their own transportation.

Skye took Lucas's hand. "Come on, we can't be late." She smiled playfully at him before starting to head to the reception which wasn't a long walk but she wanted to get going to avoid people talking to her and Lucas.

The reception was beautiful. Music was playing and there was an abundance of food. People were dancing and talking to the newly weds, it was the ideal wedding and it was marvelous. Skye and Lucas had stuck to themselves the entire evening, not doing much besides talking to Maddy and Mark. But it surprised Skye when the Commander came over to them and offered her his hand. "Would you like to dance, Skye?"

Skye hesitated. She didn't want to leave Lucas alone. She glanced at him but he just nodded. "Go ahead and dance with him. I'll be right here when you come back. But it's my turn next." He smirked at her and she rolled her eyes, taking the Commander's hand.

He swept her out onto the floor and swayed to the music. "You look stunning, Skye."

She smiled. "Thank you. You're not too bad yourself, Taylor." She gave him a one over in his suit. He did look quite nice without the cargo pants and guns.

He smiled at her. "So is my son behaving? Treating you well?"

Skye quirked an eyebrow, "You're the one who's been watching him all night. You tell me."

"I'm sorry." He mumbled. "I guess I'm just worried about you."

Skye let out a light laugh. "It's alright. And yes, he's treating me well." She looked over to see him standing awkwardly, looking around. She smiled softly at him.

"You really love him." Taylor said, only audible to Skye.

Skye met the Commander's gaze, her eyes softened, as did his. "Yes. I really do."

Taylor just smiled and nodded. "Alright well, I guess I can only give you my best regards to him."

"Thank you, Taylor. It really means a lot." Skye gave him another grin before they fell silent and finished the song.

She was about to go back to Lucas when there was another tap on her shoulder. Skye turned around to see none other than Josh Shannon. "Skye. Can I have this dance?" He offered his hand and she turned to Lucas, waiting for his disapproval. He just nodded again. What was he doing? He hated Josh! Why was he letting him dance with her?

"Uhm..." Skye hesitating taking Josh's hand.

"Don't worry." Josh said, looking up to meet her unsure gaze. "I talked to him. He said that if I made a single move on you, he'd come over and tear me apart limb by limb. I just want to dance."

Skye nodded and took Josh's hand. The last time Lucas spoke about Josh with her, he hated him so much he didn't need a reason to tear him limb from limb. Maybe he really was trying to be professional and accepted. He truly wanted to prove himself.

Josh and Skye glided across the dancefloor gracefully, talking about the wedding and other things that seemed petty.

As the song was getting nearer to the end, Josh spoke up. "So I think I like Tasha."

"Do you?" Skye perked up at this news.

Josh nodded at her. "Yeah. We've been hanging out a lot, and I guess I just started liking her."

"That's great, Josh!" Skye said animatly.

Josh nodded. "Yeah.." A small smile graced his features.

"But I have one question," Skye said playfully.

Josh looked down at her. "And that would be...?"

"Why are you dancing with me when she is standing by herself over there?" Skye nodded her head over at Tasha, wearing a dark green dress that looked stunning on her. She stood alone fiddling with her necklace.

Josh looked back at Skye. "Well. I just wanted to say thank you. You've made me a better man and you've been a good friend to me since the day I came here. I owe you a lot."

Skye just smiled at Josh. His words made her heart swell with happiness. She knew they'd be friends for a long time but it felt like something in her heart vanished. The song ended and she released him. "Go get her."

Josh gave her a grateful nod before turning to Sasha. Skye watched for a moment before turning to where Lucas was standing. He was no longer there and Skye suddenly felt a panicked feeling. She whipped her head from side to side, searching for him.

"Looking for me?" A deep, husky voice met her ear.

She whirled around to see Lucas smirking at her bewilderment. "Don't scare me like that!"

He chuckled slightly before reaching to her and pulling her close to him suddenly. "The next song is starting, I do believe it's my turn now."

Skye rolled her eyes. "I suppose it is." She looped her arms around his neck and he mimicked her movements but around her waist intead.

They were quiet most of the song, simply enjoying the other's company. He looked down at her softly. She was the only one who made him like this and everyone watching them could see his loving look. She rested her head on his chest as they swayed to the slow music.

"Skye.." He finally mumbled.

"Mm?" Skye didn't move from her spot on his chest. Her eyes were closed, enjoying his scent, his embrace, and now his voice.

She felt him breath out lightly on her shoulder before speaking. "I love you."

Skye pulled back and looked up at him with her beautiful eyes. "I love you too."

"No," Lucas said quietly but sternly. "I mean I love you more than anything in the world. I love you more than I can even describe. You're my whole world. You're the only thing that keeps me sane anymore."

Skye felt her heart contract. He was looking at her so intensely she was worried something was wrong. "Lucas are you alright?" She lifted her hand and put it against his cheek.

He shuddered under her touch and his eyes fluttered closed. "No, not until I ask you something. But you have to promise me you'll say yes."

"Okay..." Skye said unsurely. She searched his face for something to tell her what he was thinking.

He opened his eyes and looked into hers. "Marry me, Skye. I love you so much it hurts to not be with you. I want to be with you all the time, but I know I can't. But if we're married, it would be almost the same thing because if my ring is on your finger, I'm with you at all times. The same goes for me. I love you, Skye. So please, Marry me?"

Tears were threatening to spill over after he said it. Skye felt herself becoming overwhelmed with emotion. "Lucas, I love you just as much. And yes, yes, yes. A million times, yes. I will marry you. I don't care what anyone thinks. You're my everything. You're the only one I will ever be happy with."

With that, he crashed his lips to hers. He pulled her flush against him and he tangled her hands into his hair. They'd stopped dancing completely. They just kissed. Nobody can ever understand how they fell about eachother. Their love is so strong, it's unbreakable.

They have eachother, and that's all they have ever needed.

EPILOGUE

A boy with shaggy brown hair and blue eyes ran down the hallway. Tears flooded from his eyes as he ran through the house. "Daddy! Mommy!" He entered the kitchen, running to his father. "I got an owie." He raised his leg to display the scrape on his knee.

His father lifted him up and held him, examining the cut. "Now how did you get that?"

"I fell..." The boy mumbled.

"Let's get you a bandaid, okay?" The boy's father reached over and opened one of the kitchen drawers and grabbed a bandaid. He tore it open and peeled it off the wrapper. "Here we go." He stuck it on his son's wound and gave it a kiss. "All better."

The boy hugged his father. "Thank you daddy."

Lucas Taylor put his son back on the ground as his wife, Skye, entered the room. "What are you two up to?"

"Just fixing a cut." Lucas shrugged as he turned back to cutting up carrots.

Skye watched her son run back down the hall. "Awh, is Lucas going all soft now?" She saw Lucas smirk as he finished slicing the carrot.

He turned to his wife as she approached and he looped an arm around her waist. "Only with you and our kids."

"Oh?" Skye smirked.

Lucas rolled his eyes and pressed his lips to hers.

They'd been married for a few years now and had two sons. They were expecting a daughter soon, and the pair couldn't have been happier. The colony finally learned to accept them. They still get looks sometimes when they're out but it seems that people see that Lucas is now harmless. In fact, he teamed up with the Terra Novans to take down the sixers. He told them their weaknesses and strengths. Eventually, Commander Taylor and his troops invaded the Badlands and took care of the sixers.

Now all of Terra Nova prospers. Josh married Tasha and they are expecting their first child, Maddy and Mark are still married but have no children. Mark is working on becoming the next Commander when Taylor retires. He told Maddy that they would have children as soon as his training was finished, which is very soon upcoming.

Everyone is happy now. There is no more danger for the Colony aside from the occasional dinosaur. After all that hardship and triumph, it was all over.

Even Lucas Taylor can get his happily ever after.

That was so loooooong. My hands are DYING. D: I hope you all liked it though!

I love you all and thank you so much for all of the support you have given me throughout this entire story. I love Terra Nova and I am so SOOO sad to see it not get renewed, but I'm glad it existed while it did.

I believe I became a better writer after all of this. Thirty-four chapters later, I feel amazing.

I don't know what else to say but Thank you. Thank you all. I hope you'll all keep in touch with me?

Be on the look out for Something or Someone. If I find the willpower, I will probably add more to it. I have so many ideas for it, but finding time to write and update is difficult. Anyway, I love you all. Thank you so much for everything. All your words and reviews and thoughts really meant something to me.

Leave a review and leave me what you thought of the entire thing? I'd appreciate it!

I love you!

~NumberSixteen