A/N- Hey guys, I was meaning to re-write this last chapter because not many was pleased with it, so here it is. I'm sorry it took so long; hope this one was better than the last one. I know I forgot the dance so I finally added it )

Chapter 13- Final Chapter (re-written)

Anzu's POV

It was a whimsical feeling. Surreal in all its ways; the thought of your life not being in your own hands, but instead, destiny's.

I remember the last time I cried. I remember feeling that pain of loneliness and having that ache of emptiness in my heart. You took me into your arms and told me you would do anything to make me happy.

I'm still struggling. The evil is still eating away at my body, and it's only just going to get harder from here. But I couldn't be happier. I've got the greatest love at my side, the greatest strength to work through me.

I want to live a life that glorifies you.

It is you who mends my heart every time it's broken. It is you who dries my tears every time I cry. It's you who holds my hand when I am most fearful. It is you who listens to me when I'm crying out for no one to hear me. You never seem to let me down. I never forget to thank you, my love. It is not today but everyday that I give thanks for having the privilege to have met you, and to be by your side.

I feel death approaching, more so today than any other days. But I'm not afraid. Ryou has never left my side. He's been with me from morning to night. His blood shot eyes, and heavy eye bags; his thinning hair and his weary figure. I can see it all. I know he is broken inside, and it shatters me every time I see him like this, and knowing that I am the cause of it. Yet he can still find ways to put up a smile for me, and the moment he smiles at me, all the negativity seem to vanish. He has this light inside of him that is brighter than anyone else I've seen.

I love him.

I've been happy the past week. Everyone seems to have loosened up because of it. I'm thankful. Everyone knows. They can all sense it. So can I. The time is arriving soon, and I am ready. No more tears, I've shed enough. It's time to say goodbye. Goodbye is never forever though. I will see them again one day. Death is only just another adventure.

Ryou's POV

I feel like I'm dreaming. Like none of this is real. Reality hits me hard every single time I wake up. Every time it hurts me deeply. So I've stopped sleeping. Devoting all my time to Anzu. I wish I can stay inside a dream. A dream where everything is fine, where she and I will be forever together and laughing and smiling at each other. A dream where she isn't dying.

Days ago suicide was on my mind a lot. I thought of killing myself after Anzu is gone. I've thought of cynical ways of how to take my life. I never dared to tell Anzu any of this; it will make her so upset. Although every time I see her, I'm happy again, and I manage to let loose and think realistically. Even in this state, she is still able to make me smile. I'm unable to live without her. Joey over heard me talking to myself one time, walking home in the dark. He punched me in the face. Hard. I am actually thankful for that hit, I've seem to have snapped out of it. It's been a week, the guys have finally backed off from the close eye they had on me. I'm better now. Honest I am.

This is the time I really have to be strong for her. I feel it. Her time is coming, and it can happen anytime. It was a Sunday evening. The weather was wonderful; I decided to take Anzu to this hidden spot that only I know of. I discovered it by accident one day when I was walking home. Behind all the trees, and behind the wooden gates, down the small hill is an open area, full of sakura trees and deep green grass. I often come here to clear my head, it was my secret sanctuary, and I only wanted Anzu to be the one I share it with. The scenery was gorgeous, we could see the entire city and we were just in time for the sunset.

Ryou wheeled Anzu in her wheel chair into the clear opening and helped her get off and sit her down on a thin sheet on the grass that he had brought. He leaned her against him and wrapped a thin blanket around their body. Together they both looked past the mountains, awaiting the sunset. The sky let down their heavenly rays of light while cherry blossoms lightly blew around them. Anzu has her head leaned on Ryou's chest, and he held her close to him. He buried his head in her auburn hair and breathed in the scent of her hair. It smelled like strawberries and mango, she smelled good, and he never wants to forget it; never want to let go of it.

They both had a smile on their features as the sun disappeared behind the mountains, leaving a beautiful purple sky.

Ryou reached over to a bag he had brought with him at his side and pulled out a mini boom box. He popped in a CD and pulled Anzu to her feet.

"What are you doing?" she asked. A cute expression full of curiosity graced her face as she peered up at him trying to keep her balance. Anzu was dreadfully weak, without Ryou's hand on her waist holding her in place, she would have fallen.

"I promised you one last dance" He whispered into her ears making her shiver. He held her cheek and stared into her cerulean eyes. He leaned in and kissed her forehead and them her nose and finally her lips. The kiss was short and sweet. His lips lingered above her for a moment and he leaned his forehead to hers.

"Anzu…" he breathed.

She let go of his hands and looped her arms around his form and leaned in closer.

"I love you so much…" he whispered.

A tear fell from her eyes as she tightened her grip on his back. "I love you too Ryou…so much"

Ryou leaned in and gave her one more peck before he whipped away her fallen teardrop with his thumb.

"C'mon" he said.

He grabbed her left hand and wrapped his left arm around Anzu's waist. She smiled at this and did the same. He knew that she wasn't strong enough to move on her won so he told her to step on his feet. She did as he said and giggled. Ryou smiled at that sound, and began to move along to the slow music that was playing from his boom box. She leaned her head into his chest and listened to his hear beat as they danced.

"Anzu…do you know how much I love you?" he whispered into her ear.

"Just as much as how much I love you Ryou" she breathed.

After a few more minutes of dancing, Ryou lead her back to the blanket and helped her sit down. She sat between his legs and leaned against his chest, with him holding her hands against her chest. Ryou put his chin on her shoulder and closed his eyes, both enjoying the gentle breeze. Anzu turned her head and they shared their last kiss. It was gentle, passionate, and so full of love. She felt it, it was her time, and this time, she wasn't scared. Ryou was with her, and that's all that mattered.

Anzu smiled. Knowing that she loved and was loved was more than she could ever ask for. With only happy thoughts in her mind, she slowly closed her eyes. For the last time. Never to be awakened again. Ryou hugged her tightly; a single tear fell from his eyes onto her cheek as he kissed her for the last time. And he just held her there.

She died peacefully in the arms of the man she loved most with all her heart with a smile gracing upon her features.

Never to be forgotten.

I Am Not Dead

Do not stand at my grave and weep;
I am not there. I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow;
I am diamond glints of snow;
I am the sunlight on ripened grain;
I am the gentle autumn's rain.
When you awaken in the morning's hush;
I am the swift uplifting rush
of quiet bird's encircled flight.
I am the soft star that shines at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry;
I am not there, I did not die.