A/N: There, see? Happy? LOL Don't worry I won't take up too much of your time with this BORING author's note because why would you want to bother with a BORING author's note when I CLEARLY left you on a cliffhanger with that last chapter, of which the outcome you will read directly below this BORING author's note. And if you've read this far in said BORING author's note, then you might as well also know that I do not own Phantom of the Opera or any of its characters. :P
Marianne Enjolras *Erik and I look up innocently from where we'd been playing cards* (Erik) Who the hell are you? What are you doing in my lair?
Sarah Wilkins *GERRY phantom lets the candlestick clatter to the floor* YOUR lair? I believe you are mistaken Monsieur. As you can clearly see, this is MY lair.
Marianne Enjolras (Erik) nu-uh! it's mine, mine and Marianne's!
Sarah Wilkins *GERRY phantom growls and reaches for a nearby drawing* Oh REALLY? Then WHAT, pray tell, is THIS? *He shoves the drawing into Erik's face, pointing out the fact that it is of course a drawing of himself.*
Marianne Enjolras (Erik) A picture of you... *I giggle* (Erik) you vain person... it doesn't prove it's yours! See, I have the key... *he pulls out a massive key, obviously too big for any door*
Sarah Wilkins *GERRY phantom shakes his head and smirks at Erik's futile attempt* Oh really? Then how about THIS...*He grabs another drawing, unfinished, but it's plain that it's going to be a drawing of me* If you claim THIS as yours, good sir, then I will be forced to make you your very own Punjab...
Marianne Enjolras *Erik rolls his eyes and produces his own punjab, which is bigger. I gulp in terror, not wanting to be the victim of a punjabbing again* (Erik) I already have one, thank you Sir
Sarah Wilkins *GERRY phantom smirks even wider* Yes, but not one to WEAR. Now I suggest, for your young lady's sake, you leave now.
Marianne Enjolras (Erik) *standing* I will NOT be kicked out from my own house... *he puts an arm around me protectively*
Sarah Wilkins *GERRY phantom gets that 'now let it be war upon you both' look on his face and he grabs one of his swords* Well then, Monsieur, kindly join me around the corner while we...discuss...this further...
Marianne Enjolras *Erik smirks and kisses me quickly, before drawing his own sword* (Erik) by all means, sir. I will fight if I must! *I grab Erik's arm, scared* (me) Please darling... not like this... *he ignores me and stands up, glaring at GERRY phantom*
Sarah Wilkins *GERRY phantom grins and motions for Erik to go ahead of him around the corner*
Marianne Enjolras *Erik smirks and bows to GERRY phantom* After you sir, I insist
Sarah Wilkins *GERRY phantom nods* Very well. But I'll have you know, I WILL know if you dare to try anything foolish... *leads the way around the corner*
Marianne Enjolras *Erik rolls eyes and follows him, while I panic and collapse*
Sarah Wilkins **Back up in the theater, I'm starting to get a feeling of dread come over me. ** I'll be back...*I whisper to RAMIN phantom, before making my way down to the lair.*
Christine Julia Destler *RAMIN phantom nods and watches me some more*
Sarah Wilkins *Seeing someone other than myself on the bed, I hurry forward, ready to yell at someone*
Marianne Enjolras *I'm still passed out*
Sarah Wilkins *I see you're unconscious, and I grab a bowl of water before dumping it on you*
Marianne Enjolras *I wake up and scream when the water lands on top of me* (me) who's there?
Sarah Wilkins *I glare down at you* I'm Sarah. What are YOU doing in my FIANCE'S bed?
Marianne Enjolras *I scoff* Your bed? I'm sorry, this is Erik's bed. Now, mademoiselle Sabrina or whatever your name is, get out of Erik's house! *to herself* Why do so many people think this is their house?
Sarah Wilkins ExCUSE me? I'll have you know that-*I stop talking when I hear a commotion around the corner. Very concerned, I run towards the sound.*
Marianne Enjolras *I struggle out of the bed, still weak and grab onto Sarah for support as we look around the corner*
Sarah Wilkins *I start laughing when I see a bunch of mini-GERRY phantoms piled up on Erik's head. GERRY phantom is just standing back, laughing as well as he gets a Punjab ready*
Marianne Enjolras *I don't care that I could get punjabbed again and push past Sarah, throwing myself onto Erik and pushing the minis off Erik* What would I give for a barricade and the amis right now...
Sarah Wilkins *The minis scramble to their feet and rush at you. GERRY phantom steps forward and calls them back, before pointing his sword at the both of you and pulling me into a side hug* (GERRY phantom) Recognize her? That, sir, is your proof. Now unless you leave right now, I will be forced to let the mini army attack you again. Only this time, I won't be here to help you escape. And if you knew how clever these mini's are, the choice should be very clear to you.*
Marianne Enjolras *Erik frowns* (Erik) Who's she? *I crawl into Erik's arms, scared*
Sarah Wilkins *GERRY phantom growls* WRONG choice of words, Monsieur! It should not matter WHO she is, as long as you recognize her from the little item I showed you minutes ago!
Marianne Enjolras *Erik shakes his head* (Erik) I only saw you in those pictures... you're so lonely... *he smirks, taunting GERRY phantom* (Erik) and now you have to use someone innocent to pretend to know you when you have no proof you know her! *smiles, proud of his logic*
Sarah Wilkins *At that, GERRY phantom whirls around and plants a huge passionate kiss on my lips. Startled at first, I stumble back before returning the kiss. We then pull apart.* (Me) I happen to be his fiance. (GERRY phantom) Look. We're obviously not going to settle this our way without one of us getting hurt. There are plenty of caverns. I will gladly give you the caverns to the north. That is my final offer, take it or leave it.
Marianne Enjolras *Erik sighs and mutters* I'll be back to claim my property... as it is... *aloud* Fine! *I roll of him, kissing him as I do. He stands and helps me up* (me) Thank you darling
Sarah Wilkins *GERRY phantom raises an eyebrow at Erik's muttering, but lowers his sword anyway* Our business is done here. I will bid you farewell. All I will say is we can either share these dwellings as friends or as enemies. The choice is yours. But I'll have you know that very few of my enemies live very long. *With that, he leads me back up to the theater* (Me) What item were you talking about? (GERRY phantom) *smirks* Oh, you'll see in time...
Marianne Enjolras *Erik sighs and glares at your departing back, before leading me out and heading to the cafe for the Les Amis meeting*
Sarah Wilkins *Once we are back in the theater, we join RAMIN phantom in watching the remainder of the rehearsals, but we cling to each other, somewhat exhausted from the ordeal*
Christine Julia Destler *RAMIN phantom looks at you two* What have you been doing? I heard alot of commotion... *Smirks*
Sarah Wilkins *GERRY phantom manages a small smile* I'll tell you later. Let's just say that Sarah and I will have neighbors after the wedding...*He pulls me a bit closer and kisses my forehead*
Christine Julia Destler *Chuckles* Okay... *With that, I come off the stage, skipping* Hello, friends!
Sarah Wilkins *I smile and wave, still a bit drained emotionally*
Christine Julia Destler *Tilts head* What's wrong, Sarah?
Sarah Wilkins *I shake my head, trying to hold back my tears. GERRY phantom speaks up* We had a little bit of a...close call down in the lair...intruders...it's over now though. At least, it had better be...
Christine Julia Destler Oh... *Nods* Well, I'm glad it's all fine now...
Sarah Wilkins (Me) *nods as well* so am I...
Christine Julia Destler Yes... *Smiles a bit*
Sarah Wilkins (GERRY phantom) *stands up and pulls me up with him* Shall we go to tea?
Christine Julia Destler *I simply nod and take RAMIN phantom's hand and skip off to the tea room*
Sarah Wilkins *GERRY phantom and I walk a few paces back from you two, talking quietly and trying to shake off what had happened in the lair. Finally we're at Madame Giry's quarters, and Meg greets us with a warm smile that melts away any remaining apprehension.*
Christine Julia Destler *RAMIN phantom and I sit down*
Sarah Wilkins *GERRY phantom and I also sit, and as the tea is served, Madame Giry runs down the list of stores we are going to afterward.*
Christine Julia Destler *I sip my tea and listen to what Mme. Giry is saying, nodding a bit
Sarah Wilkins *GERRY phantom sets down his empty cup suddenly* I believe I will also be going into town today. There are...supplies I'll be needing...
Christine Julia Destler *RAMIN phantom looks at him* Ah... Must be for this "Project" I keep hearing about...
Sarah Wilkins *GERRY phantom smirks and raises an eyebrow at him* If you're not busy, part of it concerns you...
Christine Julia Destler *Raises an eyebrow also* Me? Why?
Sarah Wilkins *GERRY phantom smirks and takes a pastry* Well if you WANT me to pick out all pinks and purples...*He leaves it at that, wanting to keep the suite a complete surprise from you but hoping your phantom will catch on*
Christine Julia Destler *I tilt my head and RAMIN phantom nods, understanding* Very well... I'll help you... (Me) But, help him with what? *Looks at GERRY phantom, curiously*
Sarah Wilkins *GERRY phantom pretends he hasn't heard you. Instead he turns to me* Care for one of these pastries, my dear? They're delicious...*I smile and nod, completely as confused as you are but playing along with his teasing*
Christine Julia Destler *I put my cup down and look at him* Tell me! *Pouts*
Sarah Wilkins *GERRY phantom smirks some more, still ignoring you* I think I'll have a bit more tea, Antoinette, if you don't mind...
Christine Julia Destler *I stomp my foot* GERRY phantom! Tell me RIGHT now! *RAMIN phantom laughs a bit. But stops when I glare at him*
Sarah Wilkins *GERRY phantom is now chuckling as Madame Giry fills his cup once more, and as he takes a sip, I just grin at the whole situation, fully enjoying myself.*
Christine Julia Destler *I pout and sit down* You know... It's not always a good thing that you're so mysterious... *Giggles*
Sarah Wilkins *GERRY phantom finally looks at you, raising an eyebrow* (Me) Oh, I beg to differ. I find it exciting...*I look over at him, and we smile at each other*
Christine Julia Destler *I nod* Oh, I know... Before he met you when... You know... I LOVED his mysterious side... *Smirks a bit*
Sarah Wilkins (GERRY phantom) Well then, it's always good to know my effort and planning are appreciated... *With that, we finish our tea and stand up*
Christine Julia Destler *I nod and giggle, also standing up with RAMIN phantom*
Sarah Wilkins *As we approach the exit, GERRY phantom pulls me into a hug* (GERRY phantom) As much as I would love to accompany you ladies, my business calls RAMIN phantom and I elsewhere. See you at supper... *He and I share a kiss before he goes off to the left, waving to us. I wave back before joining the Giry's toward the right*
Christine Julia Destler *RAMIN gives me a small kiss before leaving with him. I go with you*
Sarah Wilkins *As we start walking, Madame Giry turns to me* You must be really important to him...to see him run errands in town in broad daylight...I never thought I'd live to see the day...*she shakes her head and smiles, and I return the smile, a bit day-dreamy*
Christine Julia Destler *I giggle* Again- Too much cuteness! Ah! *Looks at you* Sarah...
Sarah Wilkins *I look back at you* Hmm?
Christine Julia Destler *I smile* I see you're going through some I like to call the 'honeymoon stage'...
Sarah Wilkins *Madame Giry stops mid step and whirls around on her heel at that* What was that my dear?
Christine Julia Destler The honeymoon stage... When the two people in a relationship are their happiest and that stuff.
Sarah Wilkins *Madame Giry raises an eyebrow* Yes, I know what it means. I just hope it doesn't mean the other meaning, if you know what I mean...*she looks at me then* (Me) Oh, no, of course not! We've kissed...that is all...*She hesitates a bit before nodding* (Mme. Giry) Very well. I trust you...besides. You are far too precious to him for him to...contradict your honor...*With that, she turns around and continues leading us to the first store* (Me) By the way, Christine, how would you feel about a double wedding...?
Christine Julia Destler *I tilt my head and think* Hmm... *Smiles* Sure!
Sarah Wilkins *I smile* Great! That will save a lot of hassle, trying to juggle two separate weddings...and I'm sure the phantoms will be thrilled!
Christine Julia Destler *Nods* Yes! I'm sure they would, too!
Sarah Wilkins **Fast forward to supper. The phantoms are just emerging from hiding their purchases in the lair when we come running up to them* (Me) GERRY phantom! It's been decided that we will be having the wedding in three weeks! *He pulls me into a hug, and I continue* And, by the way, would you mind so much if we have a double wedding? *GERRY phantom looks down at me, then over at your phantom* (GERRY phantom) I don't mind it if he doesn't mind...
Christine Julia Destler *RAMIN phantom shakes his head* I definitely don't mind... 3 weeks? Did you say it's in 3 weeks?
Sarah Wilkins *Madame Giry nods* Yes...one week after Meg's debut as Prima Ballerina. Is...that a problem...?
Christine Julia Destler *He shake his head* Just... Surprised... I get to marry the love of my life in... A week! *I smile*
Sarah Wilkins *Meg laughs* THREE weeks, Monsieur over-eager!
Christine Julia Destler *He nods* Right, right... THREE... *Chuckles at the nickname*
Sarah Wilkins *GERRY phantom and I laugh as well and then smile at each other* (GERRY phantom) Yes...three weeks...*He kisses me softly* (Mme. Giry) Alright...supper everyone...come on...
Christine Julia Destler *RAMIN phantom chuckles again and takes my hand as we walk to the dinner table*
Sarah Wilkins *GERRY phantom takes my elbow and escorts me to supper, and as we sit, he takes my hand under the table*
Christine Julia Destler *Well, when WE sit down... RAMIN phantom... Uhm... Also takes my hand, but also... Oh, whatever! :P*
Sarah Wilkins ((Oh I'm sorry did I beat you to something? hehehe)) *Throughout supper, GERRY phantom and I keep sneaking glances at each other and squeezing hands*
Christine Julia Destler ((hehee nooo... *Pouts* you're just a meanie... :P)) *RAMIN phantom and I are sitting SO close, we are practically in each other's LAPS so THERE!*
Sarah Wilkins **Oh, like Mme Giry would REALLY approve of THAT!** *After supper, GERRY phantom and I stand up, and he silently leads me out of the dining room and to the rooftop*
Christine Julia Destler **Oh, like I CARE!** *I watch you and see where you two are going. I can't help but reminisce*
Sarah Wilkins **You WOULD care if Mme Giry was glaring daggers at you the entire meal!** (Me) Why are we going up here? (GERRY phantom) Because...you'll see...*He gives my hand another squeeze before we go through the doorway and onto the rooftop*
Christine Julia Destler **Well... This is real life! hehe and couples do gross things ALL THE TIME! :P** *We finish supper and go to my room*
Sarah Wilkins **Real life? Really? Well then...(turns around) where's GERRY phantom? Where's the opera house...hmm?** *GERRY phantom leads me to the center of the rooftop. I watch the sunset while he goes into the shadows for a bit. Upon his return, he hands me a single red rose before kissing me.* I know we're having our wedding up here...but before that happens, I wanted to come up here at least once...with the one I love...to make the first out of many happy memories of this place...so that when I'm old, I can look back and remember only good things...*He kisses me again and starts dancing with me, singing as we go.*
Christine Julia Destler ((*Snickers* Oh, whatever! You know what I meant!)) *I slowly fall asleep in RAMIN phantom's arms, and he quietly leaves because we can't do anything yet... :P*
Sarah Wilkins ((Do I? LOL and very good. :P )) *As we dance, I look up into his eyes* I...didn't know you could dance...*He smiles at this* And no one has known...that is...until you... *We kiss again, and as he begins another song, the sun sets behind us, giving way to the stars.*
Christine Julia Destler ((Yeah! You do! LOL)) *RAMIN also falls alseep in his room*
Sarah Wilkins *An hour later, GERRY phantom walks me to my room, and we share a long kiss before bidding each other good night. Closing the door behind me, I float to my bed, smiling uncontrollably, not wanting to forget a single second of this night.*
A/N: Alas, you have caught up with us yet again. But fear not, for more craziness will commence on the morrow. Therefore, I will bid you adieu for the present. But before I go, would you do me this great honor and join me in applauding our special guests, also known in these parts as JenCrocker and EnjolrasAmy(who really did all the work for both, at least in this chapter.) Details are still in the works for our next story, but if everything plays out right, there just might be a third Phantom joining the uh...chaos. However, I do not want to say too much too soon, and so I will say good night to you all.