A/n: Agh! Four months since an update? --checks calendar-- No, three! Darn! That's still one-forth of the year! ...When you think of it like that, it's just awful...I'm sorry! Truly! I have no idea what I'm going to write, even as I sit here! Well, I have an idea, but it's peh.

But, you must know, the last chapter was the last. Yes. Why? Because the ending sounded like a conclusion. Right? Did it to anyone but myself? Well, it was. So, this is an epilouge thingy. Yeah...I'm sorry. I'm murdering my fic! I can't help it! I have extreme writer's block! I need assistance! ..Hah..a pun...

--deep breath-- Okay, my apologies for that...outburst. First of all, THANK YOU people who have read this. Your encouraging words and comments are appreciated! It has taken me practically two years to finish this, but I still have reviewers and that makes me smile. Second off, Assistant is now FINISHED! Can I get a whoop whoop? Oh, yeah! This is the FINAL chaper! Yay! Again, thanks for sticking with me, thanks for reviewing, and here is the last chapter!

Disclaimer: Namco owns it all. I have borrowed their characters for nearly two years and now I am returning them. But, I'll be back for them again someday! Ha!

Chapter 15: Reunion

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"How do I look?"

"Fine, Darling."

Standing in the corner of a small room, Presea surveyed herself in the full-length mirror. Running her hand over the pale blue satin material that was her dress, she scrutinized herself. It was a halter-style dress, with a fitted bodice and a long, flowing hem line. It was truly was a lovely dress, yet Presea simply didn't feel like herself in it.

"Are you sure?" she pressed, her hand traveling from her side to her hair, which was hanging loose, a slight curl in the long locks.

"Yes, yes, you look lovely."

Glancing back to the mirror, Presea looked past her own reflection to watch Regal fumbling with his tie, his gaze never leaving the object. "You never even looked!" she scolded, a small smile on her painted lips despite her tone. Turning from the mirror, the pink-haired woman traipsed over the man, who had finally subdued the stubborn tie.

"Well, I didn't feel the need- you always look beautiful."

Rolling her pale azure eyes, Presea moved a hand to his dark blue tie, securing the knot and trying to ignore the small heat she felt in her cheeks. Though she had been seeing the man for nearly five months the simplest complement could still bring a blush to her face.

"We need to finish preparing ourselves," Presea began, "If we are late for this ceremony..." she allowed her sentence to trail off, her thoughts wondering. It had been five months sense her friends had left Altamira and headed back to their respective homes. Five long months of not seeing her friends in person, merely hearing their voices over a communicator.

Much too long.

Yet the day of the groups' departure was still a fresh memory. They had all had a large 'See You Soon' breakfast that Regal had prepared and Colette had named. They had exchanged laughter and good-byes, but no tears. They would see each other soon, they had promised, so the tears were useless. After the gang had left, Regal and Presea's lives had returned to normal. They returned to the Lezereno company, and went on with their daily routines, talking with their friends as often as time allowed. It was not as depressing as Presea had first assumed it to be.

Of course, she reasoned, she was not alone. She now had Regal, and their relationship was quite strong.

"We have a good fifteen minutes, my dear," Regal interrupted, removing her hands from his tie and wrapping them in his own.

"But if the best man and the bridesmaid were to be late," Presea continued, gently removing her hands from Regal's and striding back over to the looking-glass, fretting with her dress once more, "why, it would be absolutely terrible!"

Braids maid. She was going to be a brides maid! That was the only reason she and Regal had traveled from Altamira to Iselia. The group of friends had intended to meet at Meltokio for their next reunion- which had been scheduled for two months from now. But when Presea had received a call indicating that she and Regal were expected earlier for a special occasion, she had found in very hard to refuse.

How could refuse to attend the wedding of your best friend?

Chuckling, Regal wrapped an arm about Presea's waist and drew her away from the mirror. "I assure you, we will be punctual. And that you look quite alluring."

Allowing herself to be pulled away from the glass, Presea placed her head to his shoulder. Expelling an excited breath, she began, "I- I simply cannot believe we are here, Regal! For a wedding, nonetheless! Colette's wedding! It's just so-"

A knock sounded at the wooden door, halting the pink-haired woman's sentence. A familiar female voice rang out, muffled yet clearly recognizable.

"Hey, can I come in?"

"Oh, yes, Sheena!"

The door creaked open and the Summoner peeked in. "You about two about ready? We need to get into position soon."

Immediately, Presea moved back towards the mirror. "Dear Martel.."

"I know exactly how you feel!" Sheena fully entered the small room and made her way over to the ex-ax wielder. Marveling at her reflection, she self-consciously ran a hand through her ebony locks. "I just do not feel like me in this," she added, a hand traveling to her soft blue dress; identical to Presea's.

Adjusting and straightening her dress, Presea queried, "How is Colette? I've not had an opportunity to speak with her this morning."

"She's fine! Much better than we are! And she's the bride!"

Pausing her attempts to prepare her already perfect dress, Presea studied the Mizuho native reflection. She looked quite stunning. Her dress fit her snugly and accentuated her plentiful curves, yet was modest in design and didn't reveal to much cleavage. Her long, raven-colored hair was hanging loose and fell about her bare shoulders with an intended curl. At that moment, Presea decided that if she looked half as good as Sheena, then she had no reason to worry.

"Can you believe we are attending Lloyd and Colette's wedding? I mean, they beat us to it, and we're older!" Sheena continued, unaware of Presea's gaze. "It quite unfair, really." The Summoner grinned, and Presea returned the gesture.

"Yes, quite. Yet, we cannot blame ourselves. It is beyond our control. Lloyd simply knows what he wants and is not afraid to take it." In the background, they heard a muffled scoff and thanks to the mirror the duo could see Regal roll his eyes.

"Heya, guys! Move it! Curtain call's in ten minutes!" Zelos walked into the room, sporting a black tuxedo with white undershirt and blue tie, coordinating perfectly with Regal. He glanced at the two woman standing in front of the mirror and gave a slow whistle. "Well, who are these pretty things? That couldn't possibly be my Sheena and Rose Bud, now could it?"

"Do not waste your complements, Zelos. They have been insulting us."

"Oh?"

Sheena continued her conversation with Presea, ignoring the two men behind her. "Of course! It's not our faults. It's someones that I shall not name..." Inclining her head towards the door where the gentlemen stood, she grinned.

Laughing softly, Presea felt her nerves ease. There was no need to fret. She was among friends- family, really. No matter how many days they were apart, they would always have the bond that made the hours melt away and make it seem as though they were never apart.

Catching onto the conversation, Zelos shrugged his shoulders, flicking one strand of red hair back into position. "I get it. Fine, then. Find another escort to walk you down the aisle." Winking at the older man beside him, the ex-Chosen made his way out of the room.

"W-what! Zelos! Yo-You can't do that! We have to be paired up! Get back here!" The Summoner quickly abandoned her attempt to primp herself and fled the room, chasing after the man that was so dear to her. "Pretty BOY! I swear, when I catch up to you..."

As Sheena's voice faded from hearing, Presea turned away from the looking glass. "I suppose we should be going, as well. We are expected."

Regal folded his arms across his chest, a hidden gleam in his dark eyes. "Are you sure you would not rather walk with another? Lloyd, perhaps?"

Noticing the playful smirk on his lips, Presea brushed past him and out of the room. "Well, I suppose I could find someone else."

Following the woman out of the room, Regal caught her hand and placed it in the crook of his arm. "You were supposed to respond with, 'I could never find someone to replace you, my love.' You do know how to injure a man."

Unable to contain her laugh, Presea paused her trek through the hallway long enough to place a tender kiss upon his lips and murmur, "Don't be silly...You know I could never find someone to replace you."

Moving a hand to cradle her face, the once convict pressed, "You left out a section."

Kissing him once more, Presea pulled back as the sound of music wafting into the hallway. "Come on, 'my love'," she laughed, lifting the hem of her dress slightly and sprinting off down the hall, "We can't be late!"

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The small, wooden school house was filled to the brim with loud, cheery music. The main area of the building had been practically cleared, allowing a large portion of the room to serve as a dance floor. Off in one section of the room were rows of round tables, white table cloths and maroon spreads draped over their surface. Identical flower arrangements of white lilies and a native red flower of Iselia sat in the middle of each table. The school, posing as a reception area, had been transformed into a lovely place to wind down after the exciting wedding.

Currently, Presea was sitting alone at one of the tables watching the festivity around her. Regal was on the dance floor, spinning a breathless Raine, who looked quite beautiful in long, mauve colored, spaghetti strapped dress. Zelos and Sheena stood next to the pair, both laughing and holding the other close. Genis stood off in a corner, wearing a completely black suit, speaking with a very enthusiastic Lloyd, whose attire matched the traditional bridegroom.

Glancing around the room, seemingly bursting with happiness and people, Presea couldn't help but wonder where Colette had wondered off to. The young blond had looked quite lovely in her wedding gown, with its long, ruffled hem and sleek bodice. Throughout the entire evening Presea wasn't sure if the young woman's eyes had ever left Lloyd, and now the angel was no where to be seen.

"Presea!"

Practically jumping out of her chair, the older woman placed a hand to her pounding heart. Turning to the person who had happily called her name, she couldn't help but smile, despite the fright they had caused. "Hello again, Colette."

The blond lowered herself into the vacant seat beside Presea, a happy smile on her young features. "Are you have a nice time?"

"Quite. It's such a lovely wedding."

Beaming, Colette fingered the edge of the tablecloth. "Thank you for coming, Presea. I don't think I would have had it if you hadn't been here, too!"

"How could I miss your big day?" Smiling, the pink-haired woman added, "I even forgive you for keeping it a secret during your first few phone calls."

"Well, I wasn't sure when it was going to be, and I didn't want to worry you! Besides, we thought we would wait until our scheduled visit in a couple of months..."

"But you simply couldn't wait. I understand. I know how much Lloyd means to you."

She blushed. "Yes..."

"You both looked quite sincere during the ceremony. I don't believe there was a dry eye in the entire temple! After all you two have been through- well, the whole world knows your story, I believe."

The angel grinned, reaching for her friends hand. "They know our story. If it wasn't for you -all of you- then I wouldn't be here celebrating my marriage to the man I love. I owe you all my happiness. That's why you all had to be here and be a part of it. You are much more than my friends- you're my family."

Presea sat silently in her chair. A year ago she was alone. She had no one at all. And now...Now she had a grand family. "Colette..."

Smiling, the blond bounded to her feet, dragging Presea with her. "I know. No need for words! But...you have to dance with me! The first time we've ever danced with me being Mrs. Colette Irving! And then, I'll throw the bouquet!"

Nodding, Presea returned Colette's excited smile. "Well, how could I refuse?"

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Nearly two hours later, Presea found herself sitting in the corner once again, yet this time she was catching her breath. After her promised dance with Colette, she had continued to dance with each of her friends. Her feet ached from the activity and her sides hurt from all of the laughing she had done. Colette had indeed thrown her bouquet, as was tradition at most weddings, and though Presea hadn't caught it she couldn't be happier- Sheena had won the prize and the look on the Summoners face had been quite priceless.

The wedding had been beautiful, two of her best friends were extremely happy, and Presea decided that today had been well worth a five-month wait.

"Ah, here you are." Pulled from her musings by the familiar voice, Presea turned to watch Regal lower himself into the chair next to her. "Hiding out, I see."

"Obviously not well enough. I've been found."

"I deem you are enjoying yourself," Regal concluded, noticing the pleased glint in Presea's eyes and noting the light tone of her voice.

"Oh, yes. Are you?" she queried, reaching for the his hand.

"Very much so." Intertwining his fingers with the woman's beside him, Regal cocked his head to the side. "Which is all well, because I'm willing to wager we will be attending another event such as this in the near future."

"Oh?" Following his gaze, Presea realized where his comment had been directed. Sheena and Zelos were seated a few tables down, each very preoccupied with the other, Colette's flower bouquet laying on the Summoner's lap. "I see."

Idly stroking the back of her hand, the pair sat in a comfortable silence, watching as Colette and Lloyd held each other on the dance floor and the Professor and her younger brother spun each other happily. Suddenly, however, Regal broke the silence as his gaze traveled back over to Sheena and Zelos.

"Still, it's a shame you did not secure that bouquet."

Glancing away from her friends, Presea turned towards Regal with a look of curiosity. "Hmm? Why is that?"

"Though I suppose it is irrelevant," he mumbled softly.

Presea's heart beat quickened. "What's irrelevant?"

"Hmm?" He turned towards her, shooting up an inquisitive brow. "What was that?"

"What's irrelevant, Regal?" Presea repeated, noting the fact that he had seemingly been deep within his own thoughts.

Smiling, he merely stood and placed a kiss upon to top of her head. "Nothing to worry yourself with, Darling." With that said, he weaved his way through the rows of tables and seated himself at the one Sheena and Zelos were sharing.

Her heart still pounding, the pink-haired woman watched after him. What on Tethe'alla could that man be thinking? Surely not what she thought he was thinking...

Shaking her head, as if to clear it of her thoughts, Presea returned to watching the party going on around her. Oh yes, she thought with a small smile, today was sure to be a day that she would never forget.

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A/n:I am DONE! YES! --jumps about basement-- Praise God! I am so happy that it is now complete! YES! YES! No more Now, however, I'm not so happy with the end result. I mean, Lloyd and Colette getting married? How random is that! VERY! But, I can't help it because that's the only thing I could think of. Like I said earlier, I had to force myself to write these last two chapters.

Regardless, it is done and I am happy. Could have been better, but it's not the most horrible piece out there. Hehe. Anyways, THANK you people that have read this. I repeat myself, you are the only reason I am here. You that reviewed are the COOLEST people. Your comments mean very much to be and they are what kept me coming back. THANK YOU all VERY much.

Well, guess that's all that I have to say...Huh. I will most likely have another Pregal up in a while, but not sure when. I am definitely going to plan that one out and do an outline and all that good stuff! Hehe. I learn. So, if you wanna be on the lookout for that, add me to your Author Alert or let me know, or something. Yep.

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