Johan: Darkhyourinmaru does not own the series even though she wishes she does. Warnings: Asuka bashing, mentions of Judai bashing, language, and yaoi. Note: Ryohou is not Ryo's full name. Sorry for all those who voted in a way! Pairings: Everyone x Sho, Ying x Yang, mentions of Midnyte WolfxYuumei, Midnyte Wolf x Amethyst Cat Most Notable hint Pairing: Johan x Sho x Edo
Italics - thinking
Bold - yelling and Yuumei
Bold/Italics - Japanese words
'...' - Sho talking in Duel Spirit form and Yang talking

Epilogue

Sho and Koji sent blasts of light and darkness to each other causing loud explosions. "Your strength is falling guardian! It won't be long now!" cackled Koji. Sho panted and glared at him. He glanced down to see his friends summoning their best monsters. Sho sadly thought, 'I'm sorry everyone.' He screeched loudly and flapped his wings. Several attacks hit the sky causing a warp hole to open. Koji looked in shock before he was hit roughly in the neck. He looked to see a chain around his neck linking to Sho's neck. His eyes widened in realization. "You're not planning to-" began Koji but he was cut off as he was hit with a blast. Sho growled and flew up higher dragging Koji with him. He said, "You're coming with me Koji whether you like it or not!" Koji growled and struggled against the chain but it was proved to be useless.

Koji yelled, "You're insane!" "Geez, wonder where I got that from!" snapped Sho. His blazing silver eyes turned a dangerous blood-red color before he started to go higher and higher. Sho growled as he transformed into Blue Eyes Shining Dragon. He snarled, "You're coming back with me to the Dark World Koji. This time, you'll never be able to return to this world!" Koji's eyes widened as the gate opened wide. Everyone watched anxiously as Sho and Koji disappeared into the portal. "Sho!" they yelled but it was too late. The gate closed. Asuka fell down to her knees, Hell Kaiser and Edo looked away, Johan, Judai, and Kenzan closed their eyes and clenched their hands into fist, Jim tipped his hat in sympathy, O'Brien looked down, Fubuki gritted his teeth and closed his eyes, Misawa said nothing, and the only one who cried was Rei. Everyone felt anguish at the academia.

"They really cared about him didn't they?" asked a voice. Ying and Yang turned to see a woman with snow white hair and sapphire blue eyes. She was dressed in black pants, a black chinese shirt, a black trench coat, and black boots. Tied to her waist was a black and red katana. Ying nodded. She replied, "Yes Akane. What are you going to do?" Akane sighed. Akane looked at everyone who was in anguish and replied, "I don't know. I'll find a way to convince Yuumei of something. But I'm not sure yet. I want the both of you to watch over the Chosen Ones as their guardians for a while." Ying and Yang nodded. Akane looked at Yang. "Do not turn any of them into darkness!" she snarled and Yang nodded quickly. Akane smiled and disappeared. Ying and Yang looked at each other and nodded. Akane stood on top of the Duel Academia roof staring at everyone. She sighed sadly and nodded to herself. 'If they really care about him this much, then I know that Sho will return,' thought Akane. She smiled to herself. 'I'll probably regret this though.'

Everyone was in the Osiris Red Cafeteria and was still mourning about Sho. "I can't believe it," muttered Fubuki. Everyone was silent until they heard the door open. They looked to see Akane. However, only Johan recognized her. His eyes widened. "I thought you were dead!" he exclaimed. Judai asked, "You know her?" Johan nodded. Akane smiled and replied, "I'm not here for chit-chat. I'm here to discuss the Jigoku no Kouken." "Why do people keep calling him that?" muttered Judai. Akane looked at him and answered, "Because he is. Anyways, do you all want to see him? Even for the last time before he finally leaves your lives?" Everyone looked at each other rand nodded. Hell Kaiser said, "Even though he might not be here, we want to say goodbye one last time." Akane smiled and nodded. Asuka asked, "But how are you going to get him here?" "That's my secret Asuka-san," replied Akane before disappeared leaving everyone in surprise.

Sho looked up from Koji who was pinned underneath his leg to see Akane. "Akane?" asked Sho tilting his head. Akane nodded. She said, "How would you like to return to the real world only for a brief moment?" Sho looked at her in surprise. Koji continued to yell insults at Sho but the younger Marufuji just stepped on his back harder. Sho asked, "Why do you want me to return?" "Your friends wishes to say one last goodbye to you," answered Akane smiling. Sho's eyes widened but he nodded. He looked down towards Koji and whistled. Then appeared Midnyte Dragon and Midnyte Excelion. "Watch over Koji ok? I'll be right back?" said Sho. The two dragons nodded and Sho got off of Koji. Akane grabbed Sho's hand and they both disappeared.

Hell Kaiser leaned outside of the Osiris Cafeteria until he noticed a portal opening up. His eyes widened as he noticed Sho and Akane. Sho was wearing different clothes from last time. He was now wearing black baggy pants, a white shirt, a black cloak, and black shoes. "Onii-san," smiled Sho as he placed his hands in his pockets. Akane said, "Go get everyone Ryo." Ryo nodded and went inside to get everyone. Sho said, "Our last goodbye huh?" "Well...maybe for now. You're growing stronger Sho. It won't be long before you find the power to return," replied Akane as she watched everyone come outside. Her eyes widened as Sho was suddenly hugged. When Sho was on the ground from the sudden hugs, Akane realized that it was Edo, Johan, Judai, Rei, and Asuka. "Oi, give the guy some air would ya?" asked Jim smiling. The three guys and two girls blushed and got off of Sho. Ryo helped his otouto up. Sho said, "Nice to see you guys...even it's for the last time." "I'm so sorry Sho," cried Asuka.

Sho blinked in surprise at what she said. He smiled and replied, "I forgive you Asuka." Akane looked at her watch and noticed something. She smiled secretly to herself. 'So...Kaji has decided to give the guy a little more time that before. Guess I have to thank that bastard,' she thought. She turned to Sho and said, "You have five hours here Sho. I'll come back once the time's done." Sho nodded and Akane vanished in a wisp of smoke. Edo wrapped an arm around Sho's shoulder and happily said, "Alright! I want to show you something!" With that said, Edo quickly dragged Sho away causing everyone to be bewildered. Johan and Ryo finally registered what had happened and immediately yelled, "GET BACK HERE PHOENIX!!" Everyone watched amused as Johan and Ryo went to catch up to Edo and Sho. Fubuki then realized what Edo was going to do and his eyes widened. No way was Edo was going to do that to Sho! "Wait for me!" yelled Fubuki as he ran to catch up with them.

Sho watched in amusement as he watched Edo, Ryo, Johan, and Fubuki argue. As he noticed that things were going to get intense, he decided to stop him with the only way how. Kiss one of them and make them stunned in silence. He walked up to Fubuki and tapped him on the shoulder. Fubuki turned and was surprised when Sho kissed him. Everyone's eyes widened and Sho released Fubuki. He smiled and patted Fubuki's shoulder before walking away. Fubuki was blushing an interesting shade of red and watched Sho walk away. His first thought was, 'He tastes like strawberries.' He blushed harder. Johan, Ryo, and Edo saw what happened and were stunned. "Sho!" yelled Johan as he ran to catch up with the younger Marufuji.

Akane laughed silently to herself as everyone played around. The guys excluding Jim, O'Brien, and Kenzan were flirting with Sho who was laughing at their determination. She glanced at her watch and sighed. 30 more minutes. They have to say goodbye soon.

Sho was having fun until Akane appeared. Everyone became silent and watched her. "Sho...you have fifteen minutes left. It's almost time to say goodbye," she said sadly. Sho nodded in understanding. Johan asked, "Does he really have to go?" Akane nodded. She replied, "He is the Jigoku no Kouken after all. It's his destiny." "But can't someone else replace him?" questioned Edo sadly. Akane shook her head. Akane answered, "Not really. The next Jigoku no Kouken is chosen until the 2 centuries...at least...until the current Jigoku no Kouken dies." Their eyes widened in shock. Sho sighed and shifted from one foot to the other. "I'm sorry everyone," said Akane. Sho bowed and replied, "Arigatou for everything everyone." He was surprised when he felt someone's lips crash on to his. The person finally released him and Sho finally realized that it was Johan. The European was starting to cry and Sho smiled. He turned to Akane and nodded. Akane sighed. "Goodbye everyone," said Sho as he and Akane disappeared.

Everyone stared but one person said, "Goodbye Sho. I hope we meet again."

DH: That's the end! The sequeal is called, "War of the Dragons - The Seven Keys." Or . . . someone can suggest a title for me
Edo: If you liked it, review, if you did not, please don't flame. No Japanese translation for this chapter.