Here is the final chapter for Poster Girl. It's a short one, but I hope you enjoy it all the same as the whole story
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It was about a day before Wesley was well enough to leave his room and perform the incantation upon Cordelia. Standing nearby and holding his newborn son, Angel watched as the mark faded from Cordelia's hand. Her eyes fluttered slightly and she looked over at Angel, a smile forming on her face when she saw her son
"Oh, Angel," she said, tears forming on her face
"Wanna hold him?" Angel asked
Cordelia sat herself up, as Angel placed the baby into her arms, before sitting on the bed beside her, one arm around her shoulders
"Oh, we have to name him," Cordelia said
"I already have. Uh, I named him Connor, after my grandfather. Uh, I hope you don't mind. I kinda like it and it's not official, so we can ch-"
"No, Connor is fine. I like the name"
Connor yawned, moving his tiny arms, as Cordelia held his hand, his tiny fingers curling around one of her fingers. Cordelia smiled at her son, before kissing Angel. Wesley smiled, watching the new family in their happiness
"Wanna say hi, Uncle Wes?" Angel asked him
"Oh, I wouldn't mind"
Cordelia handed Connor to Wesley, as he cradled the newborn, playing with his hands
"Well, I think we're all one whacked family," Angel said
"I think you're right," Cordelia replied
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"So, did you call them?" Cordelia asked
She and Connor had been released from hospital the previous day, along with Wesley and all four of them were now camped out at Cordelia's apartment
"Yeah, I did," Angel replied, "They all seemed happy for us. Buffy too, surprisingly. Spike was surprised to find out he has a nephew"
"Poor Connor. He has Spike as an uncle"
Angel sat down, as Cordelia handed Connor to him, along with a mug of blood. Angel looked up at her, worry on his face
"Go ahead, drink it. I don't mind"
Angel sighed and took a sip, as Cordelia handed Wesley a plate of sandwiches. He looked up at her uncertainly
"What is it with everyone?" Cordelia asked
"I don't think he's used to the new you," Angel said
"Well, after seeing all those people in pain, I don't think I can be so superficial. There's a lot of people out there that need our help"
"And we will help them," Angel said, "One soul at a time"
"Oh. Uh-oh," Wesley said
"What is it?" Cordelia asked
"Remember when I said that Angel might die. I made a tiny mistake. I think it says that he gets to live"
"As far as mistakes go," Cordelia said, "THAT ISN"T ONE"
"Don't want to wake the baby," Angel cautioned
"Sorry. That was a little like the old me, right?"
"Yeah, it was. So, Wesley, continue"
"I've been cross-referencing the word Shanshu. It means to die and to live. So therefore, the vampire in Angel will die, while the human in Angel will live"
"So, Angel will become human," Cordelia said, "Again. Permanently this time"
"Yes, but not for a long time. He must face the plague, apocalypse or two and numerous other disasters before he claim his reward"
"Human again, huh. Reckon you'll stay human this time around?" Cordelia asked
"I think I will…when it happens," Angel said
Connor started to stir. Angel placed his mug of blood aside, as Cordelia scooped her son up, before heading off into the living room, while Angel joined Wesley
"So, I get to become human again?"
"Yes, once you save the world from the upcoming apocalypse"
"Sounds like it will be fun. Oh well, until that day comes, I'm content to remain with my family here. I didn't expect this, especially not with Cordelia, but I'm glad that it turned out this way"
"That's good to hear," Wesley said, "Now, to work out our new accommodations"
"Oh yeah, that's gonna be a fun one," Angel muttered
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"Don't worry, Lindsey, we'll get revenge on Angel for you," Holland said, "Soon, he will pay for all that he's done to us"
"Yeah, but your hand is kinda at the bottom of the list," Lilah said snidely, "however, nice sacrifice you've done for us"
"Ignoring the first part of Lilah's sentence, well done for your sacrifice," Holland said, "I don't know what we would have done without you"
"Thank you, sir," Lindsey said, his stump in a sling
"So, shall we see what's in the box?" Holland asked, "Lilah, go ahead"
She moved towards the box, as whimpering could be heard from inside
"It's gonna be okay," Lilah said, "I know things are disorientating, but soon, things will be okay. It's good to have you back….Darla"
Darla whimpered inside the box, trying to comprehend what was going on and what she was doing alive once again
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Well, that's all for now. Thanks for all the reviews everyone. I'm glad you enjoyed reading it as much as I enjoyed writing it. And yes, I know I named their son Connor, but trust me, he's not gonna be like Connor on the show, so don't worry. Besides, Connor was the only name that seemed right for their kid. And yes, there will be a sequel, but you'll have to wait until next year. However, until then, goodbye :)