A/N: Final chapter, yay! This one will probably be a short one, but I hope you enjoy!
By the way, if any of you play Professor Layton, sorry if Phoenix's accusation came across as Laytonesque. I've been playing those games like crazy, and it's been a few weeks since I've played the Ace Attorney games. Then again, the two's accusation scenes are kind of similar, so maybe this apology is for nothing…
The Phantom Turnabout
Epilogue
July 23rd, 2:18 PM
District Court
Defendant's Lobby 3
Phoenix Wright
Despite our winning, it was not a happy time after the trial. Maya, understandably, was really upset, and it was all I could do to comfort her. She had her face buried in my chest, crying, while I kept my arms wrapped tightly around her, holding her close. Danny stood to the side, and I could tell he was torn between happy that he was found innocent, and upset because of what really happened the night of the murder.
"I really – hic – hate this family – hic – sometimes…" Maya said, finally pulling away just enough to look up at me. I continued to rub her back.
"I know," I said softly.
"It's Dahlia – hic – all over again! Including – hic – trying to poison – hic – you!"
"I know," I repeated, still keeping my voice soft.
"I thought now that I – hic – was Master… it's be – hic – different…" she buried her face in my chest again. Danny, however, looked confused.
"Dahlia?" he asked.
"It's a long story," I said softly to him. He nodded falling silent for now. I decided I'd tell him about it later. He deserved to know.
After all, he was sucked into a Fey feud as well.
Just then, the door opened, admitting the rest of the Fentons, Tucker, and Sam. Mr. and Mrs. Fenton rushed over to their son, trapping him in their arms. Jazz and Danny's friends, however, stopped when seeing the state Maya was in. Jazz went to take a step closer, probably to help comfort her, or to ask what was wrong, but I quickly shook my head.
Thankfully, she got the message.
July 27th, 8:03 AM
Kurain Village
Village Entrance
Danny Fenton
I yawned, rubbing my eyes and leaning against the Fenton RV. We were getting ready to leave to head home, but it was way too early in the morning. Mr. Wright had come to see us off as well, though he looked just as tired as I felt. Not surprising, considering he would have had to catch the train before 6 am in the morning to get here in time.
"Thanks for everything, Mr. Wright," Mom said, going over and hugging the man. He looked a little uncomfortable, but smiled all the same.
"You're welcome," he said. I yawned, then pushed off of the RV, going over to thank him as well. After all, it was me he saved, not Mom.
"Thanks, Mr. Wright," I said once Mom let him go.
"You're welcome, Danny," he said, shaking my hand. Dad suddenly clasped his shoulder, causing Mr. Wright to flinch.
"If ever you're in Amity Park, look up Fenton Works!" he said. Maya smiled at that.
"That sounds fun. Maybe I'll even get to see Danny Phantom!" she said excitedly. I winced slightly, while Mr. Wright chuckled weakly.
"We'll see. Have a safe ride, okay?" he said. We nodded, climbing into the Fenton RV, before Mom seemed to remember something. She got back out, reaching into her utility belt, and pulled out a small piece of paper.
"Here, Mr. Wright. I meant to give you this after the last trial," she said, handing it over. He took it, looking confused, as he unfolded the paper. His eyes grew wide.
"B-but Mrs. Fenton, this is way too much," he said, looking up at my mom. She smiled.
"After everything you went through to prove Danny innocent? I don't think so," she said, climbing back into the RV.
July 27th, 8:28 AM
Kurain Village
Village Entrance
Phoenix Wright
I waved, dumbfounded, after the silver and green RV as it barreled down the mountain road, still holding the check in my hand. I couldn't believe the amount written on it. It would be more than enough to pay Athena and Apollo, pay all of my bills, and still have plenty to spend.
"You know, Nick, I think we'll be seeing the Fenton again," Maya said as she stood next to me, waving as well. I lowered my hand, looking at her.
"Maybe, but hopefully not TOO soon," I said. She smiled at me, the smile that always lit up the room, while having a hint of mischievousness to it. A smile that I just realized I always loved.
"After I get this check cashed, want to go get burgers?" I asked.
"You mean McDonalds?" Maya asked. I smiled slightly at her.
"Actually, I was thinking something a little more classy."
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A/N: And here we go! This was the last chapter. I figured to have a house like that, and being inventors and all, the Fentons would have quite a bit of money. And after everything Phoenix went through to prove Danny's innocence, the Fentons wouldn't mind paying him a lot of money.
We'll, the end and all! Of course, there will be a sequel. I'll post a notice on this story for my watchers when I post that story.
Thanks for reading!