I apologize for the long wait, my loyal reviewers. School's just been hectic these past few weeks. I've already had a project and have about ten tests and quizzes this week.

Yosh! I finally get to update for once:D

Well now that I told you about my days, enjoy the chapter. It's the ending! (I think.)

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'Okay, Roxas, 'ol pal. This is the moment you've been preparing for.'

The said blond stood rigid in front of his full length mirror, admiring not his looks, but a tiny, black velvet box, perched in his opened palm. His grin grew wider as his fingers lightly brushed against the smooth, soft surface of the case.

It had been about five months since the whole kidnapping fiasco and Roxas and Namine remained inseparable. They went everywhere together.

And if one of them couldn't be in the other's presence, they called to check up on each other. Roxas had to admit it; he was always cheery when his girlfriend was around in rain or shine.

"Oi, Roxas! Get your ass down here! It's time to head to school for graduation practice." Sora hollered up the stairs, coercing his brother to straighten out his crimson gown before running out the door and to Sora in the garage.

As Roxas made his appearance, Sora mumbled a 'finally' before sliding into the passenger seat of the vehicle. The older twin merely rolled his eyeballs and was about to enter his car when a delicate hand placed itself on his shoulder.

"Aren't you forgetting something, my dear boy?"

Roxas peered over his shoulder and smiled brightly at his mother who had his cap grasped weakly in her hands. His father stood directly behind her, grinning ear to ear with joy.

Today was the day his boys finally completed their high school education.

"Thanks, guys. But," The blond raised a primmed eyebrow in confusion. "I thought you two were coming with us."

His mother just chuckled.

"Oh no, Roxas. We'll be heading over there about seven. I still need to get dressed."

"Well, okay then. See ya later!"

Without further delay, Roxas revved the engine and with a quick wave to his parents, the Nasumi twins sped off to their destination: Fusica High.

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"OOOWWW! OLETTE! Why did you punch me?"

Hayner whined loudly as his girlfriend fixed his tie.

"Well, maybe if you stopped fussing around then I wouldn't have hit you." With one last pull, the blue tie was perfect. "There. Now that wasn't so hard, was it?"

The sepia-eyed man just laughed and pulled his woman close, pecking her lightly on the lips.

"Guess not."

They were about to go into a kissing frenzy when they were interrupted by none other than Roxas and Sora.

"Hey, guys. You ready to finally ditch this place or what?" Hayner asked sadly; his (almost) make out session foiled.

"You bet! Just the thought of college gives me the tingles!" A high-pitched voice called out. Parting slightly, the twins made room for the ever energetic Selphie, who happened to be adorned in a white gown just as all the other girls in the senior class.

"Uh-huh. I'm gonna miss you all."

Olette's eyes began to swell up with tears, but a pale, dainty hand brushed them away.

"Aww, don't cry, Olette-chan. We'll still be living in town, so we can hangout whenever."

Drawing her hand back, Namine stepped out of the shadows and smiled happily though a hint of sadness was evident in her eyes. Roxas was immediately at her sides and bringing her closer to his body.

"What's wrong, Nami?"

The blinding smile directed at him made his insides develop into a pile of goo.

'God, I love it when she smiles.'

"Nothing's wrong, Roxas. It's just that this year has been so..."

"Eventful."

The now complete group of friends swiveled around to their final member. Kairi.

"Not exactly what I would say, but whatever."

The sudden beeping of the intercom alerted the gang plus a few stray students to attention as the secretary began to read the announcements.

"Attention all Seniors. It is now time to report to the gymnasium for line up."

With an abrupt click, the frizzing box died, leaving the bunch to stare at one another silently. Hayner began to twitch as the awkward silence drawled on. Finally, he let out a frustrated sigh, catching everyone's attention.

"Well," He gestured towards the doors to the gym. "Are we going or what?"

Namine shot a glance to Roxas who, in turn, did the same. Once again, the morose look filled his love's, sparkling blue orbs. He lightly squeezed her hand for reassurance as he answered.

"Yeah."

"Alrightly then! Now, if you'll excuse us, ladies, us guys need to discuss something."

"B-but-"

The boys gently pushed the girls in the direction of the recreation center, urging them wordlessly.

"Fine, fine, but you guys better hurry up. Don't want to make Higa-sensei angry."

Selphie snapped as she and the others gave a wave before disappearing behind the large wooden door.

"So, Roxas...Are you gonna ask her?"

The blond rolled his eyes at Hayner's question. Well, that was rather straight forward.

"Yeah, Rox. I mean you two love each other, right?"

"Of course, we do, Sora. It's just that..." Roxas fished the ebony box out of his black slacks as his words died in his throat.

"You want to make it special?"

The sapphire-eyed Blondie slung his arm around Pence's shoulders and grinned lazily.

"What would I do without you, Pence?"

"Umm, succumb to Sora and Hayner's stupidity?"

"Hey, hey, hey. I take offense to that. I got a C in every class this year."

"Same here."

Pence just sighed.

"How do Kairi and Olette put up with you two numbskulls?"

The pudgy brunette began to sweat as the sound of cracking knuckles behind him got louder and louder. Before Pence received his just reward, Roxas stepped in between his crew.

"Enough, you two. Now, come on and help me think of way to do this."

"Right!"

The four huddled together and planned a flawless way of Roxas asking Namine to be his forever.

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"Welcome, families, friends, and board members to the graduating class of '07!"

The football field resounded with the thunderous claps and jubilant cheers of the crowd, causing some students to cover their ears.

"Now, for starters, I would like to introduce the superintendent of schools, Mr. Warner!"

Again, the crowd of onlookers cheered as a lengthy man sauntered onto the stage, waving. After the red-haired man set up his papers, he raised his hands towards the mass of people.

"Thank you all for coming on this beautiful day. Since the scholarships have already been awarded, I'm now going to start the handing out the diplomas."

Flipping through a few pages, Mr. Warner commenced on with the ceremony.

"Tomo A. Sani."

xXTwenty minutes laterXx

"Namine Yugowa."

The platinum blond stepped up onto the podium, glancing swiftly at the crowd, searching frantically for her family. She smiled as she spotted them sitting next to the Nasumi's.

Haku gave a low whistle while Mr. Yugowa held the camcorder to capture this momentous occasion.

"Congratulations, Ms. Yugowa." Mr. Warner murmured as the coiled up sheet of paper was handed to her. As soon as the diploma was in her grasp, Namine peered towards the heavens.

'Look, mom. I did it!'

Namine plopped herself into her respected chair when Mr. Warner began to speak again.

"Before I end this celebration, a student would like to say a few words to his girlfriend." Amethyst eyes stared into the group of pupils and landed on one certain blond man.

"Roxas, you may come up now."

With dignity and grace, the Nasumi heir made his way to the stage, but not before smirking at his girlfriend. Namine found yourself blushing.

Roxas definitely had something up his sleeve and Namine was eager to discover what.

The blond cleared his throat audibly, eliciting a slight giggle from a few of his fangirls.

"I'm sure you all remember the incident that occurred this February when our very own, Namine Yugowa was held captive against her will. In fear of making her uncomfortable, I will not elaborate on the details, but as many of you know, Namine and myself have been dating the past few months."

From the group, Haku shouted a 'Heck yeah,' causing the crowd to laugh.

"Over the past few months, we've spent unmeasurable amounts of time with each other and I don't know about Namine, but I cherished every moment of it. Just to be around her made my heart beat faster. And even though, we've own each other for a year, the bond between is unbreakable."

Reaching into his pocket, the infamous black box returned. Upon opening it, a fairly voluminous diamond rested atop the golden band of the ring. Namine's eyes grew the size of saucers.

'Wh-hat?'

"Namine Yugowa, will you marry me?"

Before even had a chance to utter another word, Namine flung herself into her lover's arms. Tears streamed down her face in joy.

"Yes, Roxas. I'll marry you." She said before capturing Roxas' lips with her own. Roxas and Namine's friends and classmates tossed their caps high into the air shouting in congratulations.

The families of both adults hugged each other and began to manage out an appropriate date for the wedding.

As the graduates disband from the field to greet their loved ones, Namine and Roxas remained on the wooden staging just holding each other.

"I can't believe I once detested your very appearance, but now..." The pale girl held left hand in front of her, admiring her gift of love.

"We're together and happy." He placed a tender kiss on her forehead. "Now, let's get outta here. I'm sure everyone wants to discuss our future wedding over dinner."

He tugged her towards the entrance of the field, but she stayed firm. Roxas looked back; concern clearly written on his face.

"Namine?"

"What about college? I still have a promise to keep."

His luscious lips cracked into a smile, knowing full well of what she was speaking of.

"Don't worry. I swear I won't interfere with your promise."

"Oi, lovebirds! Come on, we're starving over here!"

The couple peered at all the caring faces of their friends and families. Sharing another chaste kiss, Roxas and Namine, hand-in-hand walked to the exit, ready to begin a whole another chapter of life together.

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Eh, I hope the ending wasn't to cliché. The idea of him proposing to her during the graduation just rung the words romantic in my head. Besides, they were among loved ones when he did, so yeah!

I know they seem a little young, but Roxas is the heir to a vast fortune and Namine, well, Namine just loves Roxas to death, so blah.

Sequel?

R&R