As promised, here's the final chapter. I want to thank you all for following this story.
They finally made it back to Domino City. Mokuba and Kaiba were the first to leave, taking the helicopter and its crew with them. Rex and Weevil had disappeared and the Doma trio were gone soon after. Duke was the next to leave, wanting to get home early so that he was ready to open his shop in the morning. However he didn't leave without a flirtatious goodbye to Serenity, to the annoyance of both Joey and Tristan.
With only Tea, Yami, Joey, Serenity, and Mai left, some words had to be exchanged. Not only Yugi's return, but Serenity's ordeal as well. Mai approached Serenity, an apologetic look in her eyes, while Serenity looked back at her.
"I know I've done a lot to hurt you." Mai admitted. "I kidnapped you, abused you, and stole your brother's soul. I know you infuriated with me, and I completely understand that. I don't deserve your friendship, nor do I believe that I wholeheartedly deserve your forgiveness. However, I still want to apologize and I hope that one day you can forgive me."
The air was silent as everyone observed the gesture.
"You're right." Serenity replied. "I am so mad at you for what you've done, and I will be for a while. I'll admit, when you tried to atone for it, I was skeptical. I don't know if I can trust you, at least not now. However, I will forgive you, just not all at once."
Mai let out a sigh of relief.
"It'll take time, but I think we will be able to get over this. The road to forgiveness will be long, but gaining my trust back will take longer. I can only hope that our friendship will be repaired, but for now, I'll just say that I'm just glad you're back to the old you."
Understanding her response, Mai nodded. She knew there was nothing left to be said, so she made a quick apology to the others before hopping on her motorcycle and driving away. Everyone watched as she made her way out of sight.
Once she was no longer visible, everyone started to bid their farewells. Everyone was happy and relieved that they were all finally reunited.
They split up. Tristan went one way while Tea and Yugi went another. All the while Joey and Serenity grazed their way back to their mother's house. The entire way there, Joey told of his adventures, something that Serenity always enjoyed listening to.
When they finally reached their mom's house, Joey prepared his own adieu for Serenity.
"Well, this is where I leave you." Joey stated before giving her an embrace. "I'm so glad that you're okay. I was so worried."
"Right back at you." Serenity replied, returning the hug. "I'm just glad it's over."
After a few moments they let each other go, exchanging their farewells before Serenity opened the front door. She looked back and waved to her brother, who returned it.
With their troubles finally over, they could both rest easy knowing that the other was safe.
When it came to Mai's apology, I knew I didn't want Serenity to be like "Okay I forgive you". I wanted it to be a little realistic. Again, I want to thank you all for following this story and I hope you guys enjoyed it. If you're interested in any more season 4 shenanigans, I am still currently working on a Yugioh/Yugioh GX crossover. You don't have to, but it's there if you're interested.
