This one is the longest one. I left it purely sweet to send us off on a good note. I really hope you guys love it. My OTP got to have a lot of fun here.

Chapter 7: Adventure

"Let's ditch this place~" Ban appeared suddenly to Elaine's side. She had been sitting on the grass going over the list of things she and King needed to buy on their next run. His form towered over hers even as he crouched behind her.

"You know we have to work tonight." She tries to reason, but he just grabbed her hand, pulling her away from her spot.

"Not tonight we don't~ I've been training other cooks and King's a grown fairy who can go shopping by himself. Today we claim freedom~" He said, running with her behind him. As he ran past Elizabeth, the fairy was barely able to ask her to tell her brother he would be out. He didn't stop for half an hour, and by then Elaine wasn't sure where they were.

"Ban! You didn't even give me a chance to tell anyone where we were going. They're gonna worry you know." She tried to scold him, but his smile never ceased, and Elaine did enjoy the break.

"Nah~ Cap'n won't even notice, we've got more than enough workers now. And well, King might complain but I don't really care~"

"So where are you dragging me to exactly?" she tried to sound annoyed, but her eagerness was easily seen.

His grin grew wider as he leaned closer to her face, their noses almost touching. "An adventure!" Quickly digging through the bag Elaine hadn't noticed him bring. He brought out a flyer, handing it to her. Her eyes scanned it quickly, apparently a town nearby was featuring a new variety of ale, a cranberry flavored one. She couldn't deny that it seemed like an amazing drink; cranberries had been her favorite fruit since Ban had introduced them to her.

Glancing at him, she could tell her reaction had been what he had been hoping for. He took the paper back from her, stuffing it into his sack. "The hike there should take about a day and a half, it's the perfect adventure for us!"

She found herself flinging her tiny body into his. Laying kisses along his cheek, she heard his deep laugh behind her. "Let's get going then" she called, quickly flying away from him. She heard him grab his bag and begin chasing her.

They raced for a few hours, with her slowing down enough for him to get close, and then floated up out of his reach. The trees were a blur, passes by in laughter and the forest glowed with their happiness.

By the time they stopped to rest, both were breathless. Ban pulled a bottle of water from his bag, handing it to her. She drank it down greedily, draining it of half its contents. She handed it to Ban, but he denied it.

"Not thirsty~" he tried to brush it off, but she didn't seem to buy it.

"We've been running nonstop, of course you are"

"I don't need it remember~"

"Since when has that stopped you before" she teased.

"I only brought two bottles and I don't want you to run out, so take it." Elaine rolled her eyes at his stubbornness but took the rest of it anyway. She took in a deep breath, enjoying the clean air. They were resting on top of a steep hill.

The trees surrounding the areas were grand, with their roots often poking up above ground. Many had lost branches, and vines overrun certain areas. The fairy enjoyed how closed off it felt, embracing the moment alone with the man she loved. They sat together for a few more peaceful minutes, before Ban leaped up enthusiastically.

"Alright, back to our journey~" He sang, marching off- straight into a vine. He tripped over it, toppling down the hill. Elaine rushed to his side in an instant. She tried to hold in her laughter. But failed.

He had landed in a disheveled mess; his arms were flailing about, with the left shoulder dislocated from its socket. His neck hung in an awkward position, with his head lulling to the side. His legs were cut deeply, with splinters still sticking from it. He had landed with a branch running through his chest; and though Elaine should have been mortified for her lover, she could not get rid of how ridiculous he looked.

She stood there engrossed in her fit while he struggled to correct his position. As his arms regenerated back into place it became easier, but he still had difficulties. Elaine felt slightly guilty for not helping, but every time he stumbled, another fit would attack her. She had managed to calm down by the time he had finished.

"Well thank you for the help love~" she turned suddenly when he appeared behind her. "But if you really wanted something to laugh about, I have something better~" He whispered darkly into her ear.

He was on her before she could squeak. His hands tickled her mercilessly, his strong form pinning her in place. She laughed helpless beneath him.

"AHH HAHAHA STOP I SURRENDER!" she pleaded. Only when he was satisfied she had learned her lesson did he stop, lying gentle kisses atop her head while she caught her breath. When she had regained her composure, she took a slow kiss from his lips, before the couple continued on their adventure.

The rest of the journey went on peacefully, and night was settling in when they arrived at their destination. Their trip had been shorter than expected, mainly because of Ban's long legs and her ability to fly. The bar that sold the prized ale was easy enough to find, and even though the bartender raised an eyebrow at Elaine's presence (curse her childlike height and looks, even Meliodas got fewer looks than her), he sold them 4 bottles, which they took to a room they rented for the night.

Reaching their room, Ban sat comfortably on the double bed, opening his bag. Out of it fell an excess of bottles. Elaine raised an eyebrow at him, silently scolding him for stealing, although she couldn't deny she was glad to have more bottles.

"What? They just fell into my bag~" he commented coolly. Shaking her head, she kissed his cheek lovingly.

As they sat on their bed that night, their skin pressed together, they enjoyed the bittersweet taste of the alcohol. They fell asleep in each other arms, drunk on each other's presence, the taste of each other and the ale lingering on their lips. Tomorrow, they would go back to the Boar's Hat, but their journey together would never truly end.

This one was sooo much fun to write. I'm sad to say that this week is over, but I have other stories to work on so its for the best I guess. Thank you guys so much for sticking with it!

Till next time Puddins'