The reason why Leiko didn't tell him right away, and for the fake death, was because if Kurama had known about it, he would have tried to kill his brother again, thus the entire plan would be ruined. But, don't worry. ^^
Anyway, time for the final disclaimer! -ahem-
Disclaimer: I do not own Yu Yu Hakusho, especially Kurama. Nor do I own Leiko, but with the graciousness of my best friend, was allowed to write this awesome fanfic about her. ^^ Thanks Leiko!
Now, enjoy the short epilogue!
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Epilogue
Leiko eventually told Kurama that Nozomi and Youko were still alive, but he wasn't angry for long. He knew that it was a too well thought out plan for Leiko to have done it alone. She also told him how she really found out that she was pregnant. Again, he wasn't that surprised.
The two of them returned to Leiko's home, reunited with Yusuke and Kuwabara, and marched up to the castle, the townspeople cheering for all of them. Once they reached the gates of the castle, and kicked both of Leiko's parents out with what they only had on, they entered their new home. There, they raised their son, and soon to be daughter. Yusuke remained in the castle, as did Kuwabara.
Meanwhile, in the neighboring kingdom, Nozomi and Youko raised their son and soon to be other four children. The two families met often, and the wounds and hatred between Kurama and Youko soon healed…after many, many, many years. Until they were about their thirties did they actually begin to have normal conversations that didn't involve death and killing one another. The group stayed together, and both kingdoms came to each other's need in case of anything.
And thus, both kingdoms' lived in peace and happiness, with the occasional family argument.
The REAL End
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And that's the end! ^_^ I know it was short, but if you think about it, it kind of fits perfectly, right? Anyway, thanks again to Leiko for letting me use her character, and thanks to all of my readers! Now, I KNOW there are readers who are either skipping the talking and ignoring the 'review to this story; button. x.x It's so frustrating to think that people don't know just how important it is... -sighs- Ah, well...
I wanted to tell you guys something! I don't remember if I mentioned it before or not, but I'll be posting bonus chapters! So, if you have any questions about the flow of stuff, or anything you want (funny or serious) written about As Red as a Rose, you're going to have to review! So, please review! ^^ I'll post the two bonus chapters, I think, that I have already finished, and will post them sometime between Monday and Sunday of next weekend, since I have school tomorrow. Hell, I might, MIGHT, post them up tomorrow. I'm still stuck on one that will probably make you laugh, but like I said, I'm stuck. x.x
All right, off I go! (Geez, this is longer than the epilogue. x.x Sorry guys!) See you! Glad you enjoyed the story, and hope you're looking forward to the bonus chapters!
**And PLEASE read the story Love Behind Closed Eyes written by Leiko Urameshi, my friend who this story is about. It would be grately appreciated! ^_^ Thanks again!