Wrapping Things Up

"I never thought I'd miss Gramps screaming at me in Chinese for five minutes straight." Jake groaned, fiddling with his ear. The Wizard High Council had been quick to interrogate them on everything, from who they were, Zarlak's attack and the world's awareness of magic in general. Needless to say, they were less than impressed with the last topic. They were even planning to punish the teens before Miss Crystalgazer reminded them that they were from outside of the Wizarding world and that the council had no power over them that they reluctantly let it go.

"At least we don't have to worry about them again." Namine responded as they headed back out of the main doors. "They backed down the minute they heard Miss Crystalgazer mention the other communities that we're associated with. Half the magical community would turn on them in an instant, let alone the Z Fighters, Xiaolin monks and all of Danny and Kim's connections. They'd never be able to survive taking us on and they know it."

"Thank God for that." Raimundo sighed. "My to do list is big enough without time in a wizard's prison being added to it."

"Don't worry. Even without the fearful back-up, the council is pretty much all bark and no bite these days." Cassie's voice cut in, causing all four to turn to their right. There stood the witch in question, along with her friends and a particular, floating book.

"Hey there. Feeling better?" Gwen asked, smiling brightly at the trio.

"I could use a few z's, but other than that, we're all good." Gus replied, bringing his arms behind his head.

"So I guess with everything settled, you guys are leaving now?" Verne asked sadly, looking down at the ground.

"It's either that or risk another lecture from stiffs who should be lecturing us in the first place." Rai nodded, shivering at the thought.

"But don't worry, we have a feeling we'll be back." Gwen said with a grin, getting curious looks from the trio in response.

"Why's that? Are you planning to check up on us?" Cassie asked hesitantly. It was clear she wasn't sure how to take that.

"Of course we are." Jake smiled. "We have to keep an eye on three heroes in the making. Especially ones that show such a high level of potential."

"Really? You think we could be true heroes? Just like you?" Verne asked, his voice filled with hope and excitement.

"Of course." Namine nodded smiling warmly. "You've already proven yourselves to be selfless and courageous. Give yourselves a little more time and experience to further develop your skills powers and there's no telling how great a hero you'll become. With the right teacher of course." She added, turning her smile to Ubos.

"Hmhm. It was an honor to meet you young ones. You are all amazing people and I'm sure your allies are just as great. However, I sense even more potential in you too. I believe it will be interesting to see just how much you will have grown when next we meet."

"Don't be strangers ok?" Cassie said, holding out her hand to Gwen. "Everything else aside, I think, there's a few things I could learn from a true sorceress."

"And I'm sure that you can show me a thing or two too." Gwen responded happily, shaking the offered hand.

"Oh yeah, I almost forgot." Jake cried, drawing everyone's attention as he shoved his hands into his pockets. "Come on, where is… aha!" He cheered. Pulling his hands back out, he held up what looked like his communicator. However, this one was black and had a big, white H on the front. "Namine and I thought you should have this. Just in case you ever need us." He said as he handed it to Verne.

"I don't believe it. A VG communicator! This is so amazing." Verne said, shaking in excited.

"Good luck with Zarlak." Namine said softly before opening up a portal to the satellite. "Come on guys. We have a mission to report, a few new profiles to place in the archives and probably more than one worried Guardian to calm down thanks to our absence."

"Well then goodbye. Come back soon." Gus called as they headed towards the portal.

"Oh, trust me bro, we will." Rai replied, grinning slyly. "I overheard some guys saying that you're a comedian. We have got to exchange prank ideas." Gus could on;y return the grin as they waved goodbye and walked through the portal.

Things were definitely going to be different now for the magical trio. They no longer had to hide their magic from the Morties and their adventures had been exposed to the entire Wizarding community. It was definitely going to prove interesting for them. But they knew nothing would compare to their time with the Guardians. That is, until the day that they would stand by their side once again.

AN: Well, that was probably the lamest ending to any story I've ever written, but I just couldn't think of a good way to wrap it up, so I'll just ask you to forgive me. Again, thanks to the people who reviewed and/or put my story, or me, on their subscription list. I don't know when the next story will be started, but I promise that there will be one eventually. It'll be in Ben Ten again. Next up, Valour Guardians 3: Blast To The Past