Disclaimer: Do we have to write one of these? Okay, if you insist. I don't own Narnia, I only own Sophie. That's it. Can I go write my chapter now?

Chapter 32

Sophie

It felt ages since we've been in Tashbaan at the Tisoric's Palace and this happened days ago. I remember going into the council room along with Peter, Caspian, and Susan since Edmund and Lucy stayed behind to watch over the castle. At first Edmund wanted to go since he wanted to be there to rip the guy's head off but he also knew that there were duties to attend while we were gone and we would be back.

With everything that happened, I told the leaders what happened and surprisingly enough, there were going to leave the man in prison for the rest of his life. I just hope that we won't have any more problems with them after this nightmare.

Which is why I'm here in my room getting ready for dinner tonight. Susan told us that it was going to be a celebratory dinner because she and Caspian wanted to share some news with us. I have a hunch on what it was but I do want to be surprised myself.

I stood in front of the mirror as Lily was putting the final touches on my outfit. I was wearing a dark green and black dress with black flats and my hair was in a side ponytail with slight curls at the end. I had on light makeup as I was looking over myself one last time.

"You alright, Sophie?" Lily asked.

"Yeah, sorry I was just thinking," I replied.

"Understandable. Rumor has it that Queen Susan King Caspian are getting engaged to be married," she said.

"What makes you say that?" I asked.

"Just talk from the other maids. One of them saw them getting closer and she had a ring on her finger," she replied.

"You know she always had jewelry," I said.

"I suppose but you know how they are," she said.

"And yet you believe them?" I asked.

"I'll believe it when I see it. Though, I am happy for them after all," she replied.

I shook my head lightly as I locked the balcony doors and checked to make sure the windows are shut tight. Ever since we came back, I did had a small fear of them attacking here, but I was rest assured that nothing would happen but just in case.

I opened up the door only to see Edmund leaving his room. He was wearing a navy blue tunic with a white shirt underneath it and black pants along with riding boots. He looked up and his jaw almost dropped when he saw me.

"You know I heard that if your jaw drops like that, flies will be in there and they don't taste that good from what I heard," I said, amusingly.

"Sorry, love. You just look beautiful," he said, kissing my hand.

"Flattering will get you anywhere, will it?"

"Not really. It only works with you round," he replied.

I smirked and rolled my eyes as we walked down the hallways. I held on to his hand as I let my mind wander off. A second later, I felt my hand being removed from his and I saw that he placed my hand on his arm. I smiled a little at the gesture. Who knew that Edmund could be such a gentleman? I didn't that's for sure.

We walked into the dining hall and saw the others dressed up as well. I noticed that Susan and Caspian were incredibly close to one another. I know that they were much closer to one another recently but today they couldn't get their eyes off each other.

"Any reason for this special occasion tonight?" Lucy asked.

"We do have something to tell you guys but we'll wait until after supper," Susan replied.

I nodded, deciding to keep my mouth shut rather than asking anymore questions. Whatever happens happens. I sat down next to Ed as we were getting served.

The dinner was good. It was the first time that I've ever finished a plate in awhile. With everything going on and my nerves, it was almost impossible to have an appetite but luckily it wasn't up to the point I was starving myself to death. I looked around the table and I see everyone was in some sort of conversation.

I felt a squeeze on my hand as I looked up to see Edmund. "Are you alright, love?" he asked.

"For the first time, I am," I replied.

"Thank goodness," he said, kissing my cheek.

"Um, if Edmund and Sophie would stop staring at each other like lovesick puppies," Lucy said, interrupting our moment. "Susan and Caspian have an announcement to make."

"Sorry," I mumbled.

"No worries," Lucy said.

"Right as we were saying, Caspian and I have something to share with you guys before we make an official announcement tomorrow," Susan said.

"Let me guess, you're pregnant," I said, bluntly.

Peter spat out his drink while the others looked at me in shock. I didn't think my joke was that serious.

"Relax I'm kidding," I said. "Besides, if Susan was pregnant, don't you think it would've been obvious with the different moods and all?"

"I suppose you're right," Lucy said.

"But relax, I'm sorry if you took it seriously, but let them tell their news," I said.

"Right," Caspian said, nervously. "I've asked Susan for my hand in marriage and she happily accepted."

Lucy squealed in delight while I was bouncing in my seat excitedly. The boys exchanged manly hugs while Lucy and I jumped out of our seats to see the ring. It was a gold band with a big diamond in the middle of it.

"When did this happen?" I asked.

"A few nights ago," Susan replied.

"We have to know the details," Lucy said.

"Don't worry, you will," she said.

"So when is the big day?" Peter asked.

"It'll be sometime around next spring the following year," Caspian replied.

"We want to do it in the early spring before the spring festival comes around," Susan said. "Not only the festival needs to be planned but also the wedding."

Leave it to her to worry about planning everything. I assured her that there is plenty of time to get those events planned out accordingly. She seemed to relax at that. We continued to enjoy the rest of the evening as we all hung out outside after dinner. Caspian and Susan were sitting on the bench holding one another, Peter was sitting on the grass while Lucy was sitting on the edge of the fountain and I was sitting on Edmund's lap as he held me on the grass as well.

I felt content tonight. After everything that has happened, it seems that everything has calmed down to say the least.

"Sophie, can I as you something?" Susan asked.

"Sure," I said.

"When is your birthday?"

"You never knew when it was?"

"Well, you never really told us when your birthday is, besides you already know our birthdays," Peter replied.

"Oh, I thought I told you," I said. "Well, in case you're wondering mine's March 16th."

"Really?" Edmund said.

"Yep, why?" I asked.

"Well it's something to know so that way when your birthday comes around, we should celebrate," Lucy said.

"Yeah I don't mind just under one condition," I said.

"And what would that be?"

"Don't make it a big deal. Just a small party is fine by me," I replied.

They agreed which was a good thing. I was never for big fancy birthday parties for me. The only exception was when I turned one and that's a big deal and a sweet 16 which I choose not to have when I turned sixteen.

Edmund walked me to my room after we've said our goodnights to everyone. We would have to be up early for the official engagement announcement and I would be there to hear it though I already knew from dinner but still.

I had my hand on the doorknob when Edmund spun me around and kissed me on the lips. I returned it eagerly as it lasted for a few seconds before we pulled away.

"What was that for?" I asked.

"For loving you and you're being back to yourself," he replied.

"I've always been myself, I just went through tough crap that I would've never imagined," I said.

"I know, he said, hoarsely before he pulled me into his arms and held me for a long time.

"I love you, you know that," I whispered in his ear.

He nodded as he held me tighter. He pulled away before he kissed me on my forehead and again on my lips.

"You'll be fine tonight?" he asked.

"I think I will be. You're right across the hall if anything," I replied.

"Okay good. I love you, darling," he said.

"Love you too and goodnight," I said as I opened the door and went into my room.

After I got settled in, I fell asleep as soon as my head hit the pillow and for the first time since I've been in Narnia, I slept fine.

A/n: I know it's been forever and I'll admit, I was stuck writing this chapter. Maybe it's because we're coming to the end.

I think the next chapter will be the final chapter for this story before the epilogue. I have been thinking about a sequel when Sophie's brother comes to Narnia but on the Dawn Treader but it's been an on and off decision so we'll see.

Next chapter will have a time jump and Sophie receives a surprise of her life. Can you guess what it is? I think you guys may have a hunch but it'll be nice to hear them.

You know what to do! I thank you guys for being with me on this journey! You rock!

Until then,
Spike