Chapter 29 is here, only one chapter to go. I really hope you will like the ending. It will be a happy ending as I have promised, even if it doesn't look like that at all.

Enjoy.

Even though they had everything, the morning still came, very much unwanted. Izaya was the first on to wake up. He turned his eye's to Shizuo, soaking in the sight he will be able to see one last time in his life. He looked content, a small smile on his face, as he had his arms wrapped around the ravens small waist. Izaya just stared for a while, but stopped soon enough to want to disappear from his life forever.

Izaya had it all figured out with his mother. Since the ticket Shizuo had gave the Orihara family was still in check, he would move away to America to pursue his career as an artist. His family would stay in Japan, if he ever wished to return to his would be the best for him to get away from his work, away from the whole Shizuo ordiel.

He knew it was the best for him to not tell the blond about him leaving. He knew it would hurt him, and Shizuo even more, but it had to be done. He couldn't live as his secret lover or just a quick night, if he got too messed up. Izaya had fixed everything for Shizuo to live like a normal human, but without him in his life.

Izaya needed to turn the already third chapter in his life, leaving Shizuo behind. For it was for the best. For the both of them.

So he left the warmth of his lovers embrace for the last time, and stood up to gather his scattered clothes from last night. It had been wierd, when they made love, but there were tears streaming down their faces, as if they knew that was the big end to their love.

Izaya dressed himself up quickly and silently, before slipping out of the room, leaving the blond behind him forever.

He went down to the first floor, running into Kanra in his way down, and she gave her thanks, for he was able to heal him overnight, and her beloved master was finally on his legs, living as a normal person. In answer, Izaya just politely bowed and offered her a small smile, whitch she returned. The raven finally reached the front door, and exited. Just as he turned the corner to catch a taxi, the white limousine rolled into the Heiwajima driveway, signaling the return of Vorona and Mr. Heiwajima.

Just as the both of them entered the mansion, they saw Shizuo rushing down the stairs, with a rumpled white dress shirt on, trying to close his belt as fast as he could, while running. He tried to sneak past the couple that just had entered, but his fathers firm grasp held him in place. Vorona stood off the side, staying quiet on her part.

''I reckon that your little obsession has finally come to an end.''

His answer was just a let down head, and a strong shrug shaking of his hand. He stayed with his head let down to face the floor, just as Mr. Heiwajima smirked and fixed his suit.

''Very good. I know reckon it would be the best time to finally get ready with the wedding preparations.''

After saying that, he disappeared from the room somewhere in the mansion. It only left Vorona and Shizuo in the room together. Shizuo just stared once more at the door, before whispering in a broken voice.

''I didn't even get to say good-bye.''

He turned around and left in the same direction as his father went, and he knew he had to hold this part of the deal, since his father had alowed him his last night with Izaya.

Vorona still stood silent in the room, her heart breaking for the man she was supposed to marry in a few days time. She could see the mans heart breaking inside him, even though the most important day in his life was coming soon.

She turned to walk to the same room as the two men had gone, to discuss the matters of the wedding, but as she spoke, she saw that Shizuo didn't want to be there, planning a wedding together with a woman he did not love.

And she knew how he felt. For she felt the same. And she knew how much it hurt, to leave somebody you love behind.

It was a day before the wedding, and Izaya was almost done with his packing, having left to throw in the things, that he would need for his new apartment he had bought with the help of his mother savings. He promised to pay her back, and if his career would kick off succesfuly, he would pay for the twins education.

The family spent quality time together one last time, before it was going to be a good-bye, and they didn't know how long they would not see each-other.

What had surprised the Orihara household, was that THE Hanejima Yuuhei himself, had brought them a letter. Or, specifically, a wedding invitation for the whole Orihara family. Including Izaya.

Mrs. Orihara said that they would think about it, while the twins screamed their heads off, saying they would definitely be there, if Kasuka would be their chaperon, on which he strangely agreed. He laid his eye's on Izaya, before storming into the appartment, to crush him into a huge bear hug. Izaya was utterly shocked, but accepted and returned the gesture. He had to strain his ear, but he thought, that he heard a 'thank you'.

''For what?''

''For..making my brother feel the happiness he deserved. I would have beed honored to have you as my brother-in-law. I hope to see you tomorrow at the ceremony with the rest of your family.''

And with that, he left.

The torturous wedding finally came, as Shizuo sat in his assigned room in the hotel, where the wedding would take place. His father, of course, invited the whole business world, making it into a show.

The blond was getting dressed in is room, and he already uncomfortable. His bowtie was squeezing his neck, he couldn't breath. He felt ridiculous in the pure white suit, feeling like an abominable snowman. He groaned in his seat, as his mother tried her best to fix the mess, that was his wild hair, before she gave up.

''Honey, smile a little. This is supposed to be your happiest day in your life.''

''It would be, if I were to marry the right person.''

Mrs. Heiwajima sat next to her son, dragging his head in her lap to run her fingers through his fluffy hair.

''I know baby, I know. But, you know what a man your father is. You won't be able to change his mind. I know it hurts, but it will pass. Trust me..I know.''

The wedding march sounded more like the death march to Shizuo's ears. He looked in the seats, his eye's meeting the familiar faces of the Orihara twins and their mother, but not the man he was expecting. He watched his bride come closer to him through the aisle.

He had to admit. Vorona was, indeed, a beautiful woman. The white of her dress complimented her fair skin, the long train behind her making her look like a stoic angel. Her blond hair was made in a delicate bun, an her veil was attached into a small crown, whitch was stuck in her hair.

As she made her way across the aisle, she looked at her feet, one of her delicate hands holding a big bouquet of red roses, and her other hand linked in her fathers elbow. She finished her walk, and the ceremony began.

The priest finally made it to the part, where the couple had approve of the unity.

''Shizuo Heiwajima, do you take Vorona Douglanikov as your lawfully wedded wife.''

With out emotion, Shizuo opened his mouth.

''I do.''

The priest turned to the bride.

''Do you, Vorona Douglanikov, take Shizuo Heiwajima, as your lawfully wedded husband?''

Silence. The whole crowed were on edge to await a small answer, but it never came. Well, not the kind they were expecting..

''I do...not.''

The guests gasped in unison, like in a bad comedy, but this was real. Vorona looked at Shizuo's confused face, and let go of his hands.

''I refuse! I refuse to marry a man, who I am not in love with, and this man has a love of his own!'' She paused for a bit, taking a deep breath and gaining up her courage.

Mr. Heiwajima jumped up from his seat, trying to fix the mess.

''But he has slept with you, and the result of it, is that you are pregnant with his child!''

''The child in not his!''

The guests gasped again.

''The real father of this child is my lover and my closest friend, Sloan! And, the fact that Shizuo has slept with me is a fraud! I had drugged him with a love potion, to confuse his brain. I was the one, who forced myself on him, and I understand, what a great mistake I have made. And I am truly sorry, but I do not want to marry this man, while my heart belongs to Sloan.''

She outstretched her hand, and the said man took it in his own, pressing a small kiss to her usually stoic lips. For the first time, Shizuo smiled for Vorona. And it came from his heart.

''So, today, I choose to marry Sloan, and I wish for Heiwajima-san, to go and chase after his love.''

Mr. Douglanikov wasn't shocked, even happy for his daughters decision, so he let the unity happen. Mr. Heiwajima was fuming, but he didn't want to get in on his partners bad side, so he allowed it also.

''It seems, Shizuo, you can have Orihara-san, for I have no more use for you. Go, and get out of my sight.''

The blond was almost jumping in joy, when suddenly, the twins jumped up from their seats.

''Onii-san is leaving! Right now!''

The smile on Shizuo's face fell, as he was getting nervous.

''Where is he going?!''

Kururi opened her mouth, whispering softly.

''America...20 minutes..Flight A-13.''

As he heard those words, Shizuo ran out like a bolt out of the hotel, trying to tag a taxi to take him to the airport.

He finally nailed one, which was the lucky car of one Sasuke-san.

''Where to, young man?''

''The airport, and step on it.''

''Okey, dokey. Just hold on.''

And the old man took off, faster than a street racer, drifting into alleyways and throughout the city, making Shizuo almost throw up. But, alas, even the miracle driving got him to his destination with 2 minutes in reserve. He rushed inside of the airport, running to the closest info desk.

''Where..ha..is.. flight A-13?''

''Ah, just a moment. Okay, just take this hallway until the very end, then make a sharp left.''

''Thank you!'' And he took off again. He ran like the wind, never dropping his speed. It was so close, just around the corner!

As he turned, he saw the huge metal door shut, that lead to the boarding ramp, and the plane taking off in the small distance. Shizuo abruptly stopped.

He...missed the plane.

He was allowed to have Izaya, but he was not fast enough. He knew he was heading to America, but the land was huge, there was no way for him to find the raven.

He dropped to his knees, holding his head into his arms.

His fate had literally slipped out of his fingers.

And, that's a wrap until tomorrow!

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