The end of an era. I'm extremely sorry guys, but this story does have to end. I can't keep writing it anymore due to other commitments. I thank each and every one of you who read it and each who reviewed.

I will write a new story eventually, but seriously, this one isn't that good. Each character had a different time, yet some were interlinked and I don't believe I planned it out well enough. However from the very first chapter to now, I believe my writing has improved and I wish I could write another chapter to show you how, but alas I can not.

However when I started writing this story, I promised myself I would answer my question.

This story was inspired by a question I received in a booklet:

"Who are the outsiders of the title?"

Many people would say Ponyboy and Johnny; they were on the run, Pony argued with Darry and of course Johnny was beaten. Others would argue that it is the Greasers for they are poor and get blamed for a lot of things. Some would say the Soc's, because they are rich and 'perfect'; they could do no wrong, they never got told no.

I agree with all, however my answer is this: They are all outsiders, but it stretches further than the books, it's true in real life, now. We are all outsiders to society. We belong in certain groups where we are welcomed with open arms. But we always have our enemies, we all have those who dislike us for whatever reason and we would never fit in with them.

So, sadly, as I finish this story, I would like to leave you with one message:

Take pride in being an outsider,

Take pride in being where you are from,

Take pride in your beliefs, your hobbies, your interests,

But most of all, take pride in being you.

Thanks for the review guys; if anyone would like to contact me, my contact details are on my profile. Thank you.