Chapter 23

Foxgem: Hello. How is your life right now? I hope it is better because I updated…aren't I so humble? Well, I thank you for standing by me and pushing me to get this done. I am afraid that my other stories besides the Unforgettable one is going to be deleted. Of course this one will stay on but I will not be able to touch it. I am aware of spelling mistakes. I do try to fix as many as I can and I hope you can forgive me for that. Have a merry day!

Chapter 23The End

(7 months later)

Kagome sat on the bed groaning. Her stomach was HUGE! She had no idea how Kikyo did it. This is was so uncomfortable! Kagome took a glass of cold water and let it slide down the back of her throat.

Kagome wanted to kill herself when she heard the kids up stairs fight. Not again! It wouldn't be so bad if Inuyasha was here. He had left on a company deal was getting in late tonight. Inuyasha had left her with a babysitter but…sometimes her little ANGELS were just too much for anyone to handle.

Kagome stood up and groaned. Her babies were ready to come. All it took was the tiniest bit encouragement and she was sure that they would just pop right out. Kagome walked across the hallway to the hot spring room. When she opened the door a rise of hot mist hit her. It felt like heaven. Carefully she took off her clothes and climbed in. The children all stayed away when she was in the spring room.

Kagome chuckled as she remembered Inuyasha trying to explain to the little kids where the new siblings were coming from. She hadn't heard him stutter like that for years nor see him blush so bright. As far as they knew was that their siblings were coming out of their mom and that it was going to be hard.

Kagome put her head on the rim of the tub letting her thoughts flow over the past months. Naruku gained his sight back in 4 days, to everyone's delight; Sango gave birth to twins, Megumi (f) and Michio (m). Miroku couldn't be happier. He was the proudest father. He couldn't stop talking about how Michio was going to grow up to be just like his father. Megumi was the sweetest girl anyone could have hopped for. Kagome smiled remembering their trip just 2 months ago to see her best friend. She had never seen Sango so content and happy.

Rin was now expecting 4 pups. Sesshoumaru was even more protective of Rin than Naruku was of Kikyo. Sesshoumaru had 6 guards fallowing her around whenever he wasn't present. If Rin felt any pain of any kind he would take the day off and take her to bed or to the hot tub. What really made it ridiculous was the fact that she was only in her 4th month. Sesshoumaru was so hesitant with the new changes and so nervous. Rin stayed good natured and happy. She didn't mind the fuss her husband made over her. She stayed perfect and understanding of her husband actions.

Kagome never felt as sad as when they had to go home. They had to, of course. She was 8 months along and if it was going to be like last time, they would come early. Kagome felt her children move around inside of her. She couldn't believe it. Inuyasha's children…Kagome sighed happily. In a couple of days she would give Inuyasha 2 new pups.

Inuyasha was so proud. Not just about her being pregnant but of the whole family. He redecorated his office and when she saw it, she couldn't help but laughing. He filled it with pictures of his new family, but if that wasn't enough then he put drawings the kids had made all around the room. It was the sweetest thing to see.

Kagome drew in a breath. What was that sharp pain? Oh, was it time? No. Her water was broken or anything. She was just fine. It probably was nothing too serious. Kagome put her head on the tub and closed her eyes and let herself slip over the edge.

Kagome woke to a suddenly to find herself lip locked with her husband. Kagome gasped. "What-"was all that she could get out before Inuyasha caught her lips with his, again.

Kagome melted (as usual) within his grasp. Inuyasha suddenly pulled away and lightly bit her nose.

"Ow! What was that for?" Kagome demanded.

Inuyasha frowned down at her. "I am not pleased with you, my dear wife."

Kagome sat up to discover they were under the covers of their bed. "Well, I got that idea when you suddenly bit my nose."

"Stop joking. This is serious."

"What is serious? I would hope that, my dear would remember that his beloved is holding 2 of his pups in her belly and short of temper."

Inuyasha shifted so he grab her face and bring it close to his. "I was hoping that you remembered that fact as well. You fell asleep in the hot tub. You could have easily slipped under the water and died taking our two pups with you. I am just thankful that I got the early plane ride. Are you insane? Do you realize what your death would have done to me? When you didn't answer my call in the hot tub my heart froze."

Kagome stared at him with wide eyes and an open mouth. "Uh…"

Inuyasha nodded and kissed her hard. When he did pull away Kagome was light headed.

"I'm…sorry. I will never do it again…" Kagome said breathlessly.

Inuyasha nodded with the frown still on his face. "You got that right. In fact, from now on, you may not get in the hot tub unless I am there to watch you."

"INUYASHA!!" Kagome glared.

Inuyasha grinned. "Oh, glare all you like my pretty one, but I think I may have the right gift to distract you."

Kagome snorted. "Yeah right. What is it?"
Inuyasha rolled over to his nightstand. Kagome noticed he was still in his ironed shirt and by the feel of it, his black pants as well. Inuyasha rolled back with an envelope in hand. Inuyasha handed it to Kagome, and then wrapped his arms around her while she took it.

"What is it?"

"Just open it."

Kagome nodded then opened it up slowly. She took out a slip of paper and began to read it. After a while she shrieked then grabbed Inuyasha's face and began kissing it passionately.

"There's my girl." Inuyasha murmured as he kissed her.

Kagome began crying. "We are moving back? Back to Japan? OH MY! Inuyasha!"
Inuyasha chuckled. "It fell into my lap, really. A company in Japan wants me to run their brain surgery section and I couldn't refuse. It was too good of a deal. So I said yes."

Kagome hugged him. "I LOVE YOU!" Then when Kagome backed off and looked at the paper she still held in her hand. "Can we afford it? I mean…we just bought this wonderful home. I do love this place. I really do. It is just that the rest of our family lives over there. I am happy to live here…it is a perfect and amazing home that you built for us. I must confess I do feel…bad. We just got this place, and it is the first place that I got to be a wife to you."

Inuyasha smiled and drew circles on her belly. "I know. I love this house and it has been wonderful. But I feel like our place is back in Japan. We just can't get away. Once you grow up in a certain country it is hard to get away. I will miss America and all of its fine culture (no matter how mixed it is) but Japan…is in our blood. Besides, things with Nathan are going to get worse and when they do, we will need our family near."

Kagome sighed sadly. "So, it is true then. There is nothing we can do for Nathan. Are you sure you checked on everything?"

"I have…I am sorry Kagome. But I really can't see a way out of this. I keep seeing all these dead ends. I can't do anything to save our baby. I am sorry." Inuyasha looked down and took her hand.

Kagome squeezed his hand. With her other hand she cupped his face and made him look at her. His eyes glistened with tears. Kagome smiled. "It's okay. We are going to do everything we can for him. Even if it means forgetting that he does have a problem. We are going to treat him like any other child and love him deeply. That is all we can hope for. Just because we know what the ending will be doesn't mean that we have to push it on him. He is our darling boy, and I plan to make many sweet memories with him and I can't wait to show our coming children to him. The more people remember him the longer he lives on after he is not with us."

Inuyasha kissed her palm. "How did you get to be so wise?"

Kagome laughed. "I have children and age. Not only that but I have you. If I remember correctly you told me something like that when we found out about Nathan's condition."

Inuyasha caught her lips and once again Kagome was engulfed in passion. Then Kagome pushed Inuyasha away immediately. Inuyasha backed up. "Inuyasha! The pups!! We need to get to a hospital."

Inuyasha leaped from the bed and began making the calls. Kagome however, sat up and began dressing herself. As soon as she was done, Inuyasha had called the hospital and made sure the whole family knew. Inuyasha picked her up in arms and they headed out. The kids all begged to go along with them and it took all of her power not to laugh as Inuyasha blushed when they begged to come.

Inuyasha got her in the car and they were off. "How are you feeling?" Inuyasha asked worriedly.

Kagome took a deep breath. "You know what…I feel wonderful. This is the first time that I will be giving birth with the father in the room."

Inuyasha blushed, "Uh…I thought I wasn't going to be there."

Kagome groaned. "Oh come on. Let's not start this again, shall we?"

"It's just that…when Shippo was born that I never…saw Nyneve or Shippo till it was all over…I am…inexperienced. I don't know what to do."

Kagome giggled then sucked in quickly as another contraction hit. "It doesn't take much…just hold me. Hold me and keep…telling me that you love me and that I can do it. That…that is what I really need. My poor Kara…no one was there to greet her. I was out of my mind and in shock. I want our children…to meet their father…right away. Will you do this for me? Please?"

Inuyasha sighed, "You know I can't refuse you, when you're like this. You are quite unreasonable. Fine…but I refuse to cut anything. I have heard the stories and there is no way I am cutting the umbilical cord. Count me OUT!"

That got a weak laugh from her. "I love you."

Inuyasha reached over and grabbed her hand. "I love you too, baby. It's going to be okay. I'll take care of you."

"Would you look at that…OUCH! You make a wonderful coach." Kagome said grinning.

"Hush now…I want you to save your strength." Inuyasha said picking up her hand and bringing it to his lips.

Kagome smiled and put a hand on her stomach. She couldn't believe it…this was so different from Kara's birth…so different. Kagome trembled as another wave of pain passed through. Inuyasha squeezed her hand. Kagome looked over at him. He was trying to act cool and collected…but she could feel his pulse and boy…it was racin'. That it was. He looked like this was going to be his first kid. No one would be believe him he said he was a daddy 3 times before this. No matter what his flaws were, he was an excellent father.

Inuyasha turned the car into the hospital parking lot. "Why are you staring at me like that?" Inuyasha asked as he stopped the car.

Inuyasha got out and went around and opened her door. As Inuyasha lifted her up in his arms she whispered into his ears, "I was thinking of what a wonderful father you are."

"Okay, if you make me start crying and those men in there see it…I will never hear the end of it. This is where I work, remember?" Inuyasha whispered back trying to distract her.

Kagome chuckled a bit. "Inuyasha…you're my…softy."

"That I am…come on. Let's do this." Inuyasha said putting her in a wheel chair. Inuyasha did the paper work while a nurse took her to a room to wait. After Inuyasha was done he ran into his wife's room.

Kagome was lying on the bed all hooked up. Inuyasha went around and sat up by Kagome's head. Kagome held up her hand and Inuyasha gripped it.

Kagome looked up at him with nervous eyes. Inuyasha had no idea what to do. He was the perfect surgeon and the perfect doctor…but here he was in the birthing room with his love…and all of his training went out the window. Inuyasha smiled and leaned in. Inuyasha kissed her forehead and whispered. "I love you. I love you."

Kagome smiled and gripped his hand tight. Just then the doctor walked in. Mrs. Rose. She was sure a sweet lady.

Mrs. Rose took one look at the monitor and smiled. "Alright. Mrs. Kagome it looks like you are ready for the epidural."

Indeed…a VERY SWEET lady. Kagome wanted to laugh but a wave of pain rushed over her and then her next line of thought was something along the lines of 'if she doesn't give me that drug soon I am gonna-'

We will just leave it like that.

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9 hours later…

Kagome was going to pass out. She just knew it. If that doctor said push on more time Kagome was seriously considering taking that woman and throwing her out the window, after she tore her head off.

Inuyasha fully supported her back. He was exhausted. Helping her was more exhausting than what he thought it would actually be. In all reality, his job wasn't supposed to be that hard. All he had to do was to encourage her that she could do it. But he was sweating half to death and exhausted. He had no idea how hard it was on his wife. In truth he was amazed on how strong her body was. The fact that it kept going and going was a new experience for him. He was a doctor. He should be able to know this backwards and forwards. Well, he did. He had all the medical training for it…but experiencing was a totally a new level. Inuyasha kissed his wife's brow and pushed her back so she was sitting upright. Her clothes were soaked with sweat and she was breathing heavily.

When Shippo was born, he had waited out in the hallway hoping everything was going okay. But…now…experiencing this…was…amazing. He wished he could have been there for Nyneve.

After another wave Kagome gave up and her body went limp against his.

"No, baby. Come on. It's okay. We are almost there. Just a little more, our babies want out. It's okay. Come on darling…" Inuyasha kissed her temple.

"Come girl! This one is half way out. Come on. Don't give up on me." The doctor said smiling.

Kagome groaned as braced herself and Inuyasha sat her up again. This time when the pain came they were rewarded with a happy cheer form the doctor and a wail from their child.

Inuyasha was stunned. No words could express his feelings. The Doctor happily handed their first baby over to a nurse to wash and take care of. Inuyasha's eyes didn't leave his baby. Kagome and his, wow. Wonderful…Inuyasha was snapped back to reality as Kagome cried out in pain. Kagome then began to sob uncontrollably.

"Inuyasha…I…can't…I am so sorry…I can't." Those words almost broke his heart.

Inuyasha gripped her shoulders. "Come on. You have done so well. Our first pup is out and safe. We have 1. Let's get this last one too. I believe in you and I love you. Kagome, you are amazing and beautiful. You are my girl. Come on. Please baby. Come on. Beat the devil."

Kagome sobbed into his chest utterly exhausted. Inside she felt the baby the move a bit. How could she give up on this one? The doctor turned to a nurse and began giving orders to do a c-section. OH NO! She was NOT going to have anything cut her in any way! Kagome sat up very carefully and pushed with every single muscle in her body. Then…there was a pop. Well, of course it really wasn't like that but that was the closest word that could describe it. Before Kagome was done, the baby was out and the doctor rushed to grab it.

But it wasn't her that caught the baby. It was Inuyasha. He had seen his wife go for it and he just…knew. Inuyasha stared with wide eyes at the small bloody figure. A nurse went to his wife to make sure she was okay. Another nurse went in to finish. The whole while Inuyasha held the small child, screaming from the sudden fright and confusion, Inuyasha couldn't do anything. He was numb. Finally a nurse came to his side and took the baby. Inuyasha then noticed he had tears flowing down his face. He had no idea. No idea at all…what it was like bringing a something to life. Inuyasha stood up and a nurse took him over where he washed off. Then he went to sit by his wife's side. She was just barley hanging in there. Inuyasha gripped her hand.

"I did…good?" Kagome asked tired.

Inuyasha smiled down at her and moved her hair from her face. "Yes, you did fantastic. I have never seen anyone do better."

Kagome chuckled, "That's because this is your first time experience this."

Inuyasha squeezed her hand. "No, it is because it is my wife and my children."

"Our children." Kagome corrected gently.

Inuyasha kissed her hand. "Our children." Inuyasha agreed. The nurse came over and handed them their children. Kagome held one in each arm (of course Inuyasha had to help her support them) and looked at them. How tiny they were. How wonderful tiny. They were just like Kara…and Shippo…and in some ways there was a bit of Nathan in them.

There was one girl and one boy. The girl came out first and was much larger than her brother. But that is what it normally way. Kagome couldn't believe it. She did it. She gave Inuyasha more family. Who could complain? Of course she still hurt and was sore. But oh! Looking into her babies faces…it was worth every agonizing moment. It all came down to this. Inuyasha kissed Kagome and tasted his tears. He was moved beyond words. He was so adorable when he got like this.

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"He looks funny." Kara said holding her baby brother. Kara was sitting on the window sill holding her brother with Inuyasha helping her.

"Kara!" Inuyasha said frowning.

Kara looked up at him with earnest eyes. "Well, he does! His hair is all white, like yours! And his eyes are…blue. No one has blue eyes!! We all have brown or gold eyes. HE has blue!"

Kagome laughed. "Most babies have blue eyes when they are born. Don't worry. They'll change."

"They'd better." Kara murmured and Inuyasha held back a laugh.

Kagome was sitting up in the hospital bed holding the baby girl. Shippo and Nathan were sitting next to her touching their sister's skin or clothes. Their little eyes were wide with wonder and delight.

"What do you think of your sister?" Kagome asked cradling her.

Shippo kissed the baby's head. "I think she is cool. She is so tiny."

"She is frail. But she is also pretty." Nathan said touching his sister's cheek.

Shippo jumped up. "I am going to protect her always! I am going to become her body guard!"

With the sudden outburst both babies began to whimper. Inuyasha scowled at his son. "Sit down, quietly, and be quiet. They can't take the noise level yet."

Shippo sat down sadly. Kagome wrapped an arm around Shippo and brought him close. "It's okay. I think it is adorable if you want to protect your sister. But right now…we have a bigger issue. What are we going to name them?"

"How about UGLY?" Kara said wrinkling her nose.

"Kara! Come on, darling. This is serious." Kagome said horrified.

Kara shrugged. "Okay, fine. But if it was up to me, I would say that he needs to go back where ever he came from. He isn't done yet."

This time Inuyasha busted out laughing. With a scowl from Kagome he quieted. "Kara, he isn't going anywhere. He is here to stay. Your mother and I were thinking about calling him Inayto?"

Shippo slid off the bet quietly, so not to disturb the babies, and walked over to where his little brother was lying in his sister's arms. After a minute or two, Shippo smiled. "I like it. He deserves it."

Inuyasha grinned. "How about you, Nathan? Do you think it fits him?"

Nathan was petting his little sisters head. "I think it is a good name. Can we call her Kagura?"

Kagome smiled over at Inuyasha. Inuyasha cleared his throat. "I think that is a fantastic name, Nathan. Kara? Do you like her name."

Kara smiled up into Inuyasha's face. "I think it is perfect! It is just like a princess name. I wish I had her name. She is going to be the best sister ever!"

Inuyasha grinned at Kagome. "Well, I guess it is settled then. Inayto and Kagura."

Kagome smiled back at them. Just then the two babies began belting complaints about their stomachs. Kagome grinned and motioned for the other one.

"What do they want now?" Kara asked rolling her eyes.

"They want to eat." Kagome explained.

Kara folded her arms. "Shouldn't we cook them Macaroni?"

Kagome laughed. "Sorry dear, it just doesn't work that way."

"What do you feed them?" Shippo asked curious.

Inuyasha butted in, red as anything, "Hey! Look, at the time. It is time to go!! Lets go cook some dinner."

"But I don't want to eat, right now. I want to see how mommy feeds the babies." Nathan complained.

Inuyasha, blushing to no end, pushed them all out the door and handed them their babysitter. Inuyasha came back in and Kagome was laughing.

"You were a lot of help!" Inuyasha glared at her as he sat down by her side.

Kagome grinned. "I can't help it. You are so adorable when you blush. How are things at home?"

Inuyasha rubbed the head of his daughter as she fed. "I don't want you to worry about that. I want you to get better."

Kagome rolled her eyes. "I am not the only woman on this earth that has given birth. Many ladies before our time have given birth without any medicine."

"Yeah, well. I am not in love with those ladies. I am in love with you. It is not everyday that I get new babies." Inuyasha kissed her forehead. "I have to run but I want you to be careful, okay?"

Kagome nodded and laid back in her bed. Inuyasha blew her a kiss and shut the door.

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Kagome sighed in pleasure as she sat on her swing. She was reaching the age of 60 and had the most pleasant life. Sure she had some rough spots…but life was full of those. Kagome stretched. Shippo would be coming soon with her little grand-babies.

Kagome thought how sweet life really was. As it turned out Rin and Sesshoumaru had 6 children. 5 boys and only 1 girl. Sesshoumaru was so proud. Their children's names were Sutaro, Junzo, Kinoshinta, Logan (adopted), and Kennichi were the boys names. The sweet little girl's name was Taiko. She was so adorable!

Naruku and Kikyo ended up having 7 children; 4 boys and 3 girls. The boys were Dai, Naoko, Hiroko, and Sei. The girls were Kana, Kaya, and Katsuya. Kat was just too much to handle. She always had too much energy. Kikyo finally got her into swim team and for right now it seems to be working.

As for Miroku and Sango, they ended up only having 6. Sango got to the point where it was just too much for her. Miroku right now was in his own personal hell. He was BLESSED with 4 VERY beautiful daughters and only 2 sons. Miroku is complaining that all he ever does when he is home is beat the boys away from his own doorstep.

The boys are Michiko, and Chinock. The girls names were Megumi, Teya, Mai, and Sairi. They were really sweet. Luckily only one boy inherited his fathers thing for women. Not that that the other didn't like girls, it was just that Michiko took it TOO far. He was constantly flirting and asking that darling phrase, "Will you do me the honor of bearing my children?" STUPID! Oh well.

As for Kagome and Inuyasha…they had 8. Inuyasha was so proud. They had Nathan, Shippo, Inayto, Tyak, and Dieko. Her baby girls were Kara, Kagura, and Kiroku. And yes, Inuyasha was forced to cut the umbilical cord on their last baby girl. Inuyasha hated it.

Kagome flinched as she heard Kiroku's music blaring from the upstairs window. That girl! She was off the wall. She was driving them out of their minds. Inuyasha was ready to get that girl out of the house. She is a senior in High school with a perfect average. She was the baby.

Shippo grew up, met, and married Megumi. Sango and Miroku were a little worried about it, but after Inuyasha talked to them they agreed. Shippo and Megumi just had their first set of male twins; Tashi and Tiek. Shippo was so proud.

Nathan died on May 22. 10 days away from his 23rd birthday. He was such a dear sweet little boy. Nathan touched a lot of hearts. He left them many memories and his love. The year before he passed away he presented Inuyasha with the most amazing birthday gift. Kara helped him with it. On Inuyasha's birthday they handed him an envelope.

Kagome closed her eyes remembering how Inuyasha had dropped the sheet of paper when he read it. All at once Inuyasha burst into tears. When Kagome asked what was wrong. He held up the piece of paper and said, "They are my kids…THEY ARE MY KIDS!!" Kara and Nathan got their last name changed to Inuyasha's. Kagome never felt so much love before.

Kara was just married to a good man named Gajin. Gajin worked as an officer in the Tokyo area. Kara was on cloud 9. Nothing could touch her.

Kagura was inspired by her brother Nathan, to become a doctor. Her life time goal was to find the cure for Nathan's disease. She was on her way to greatness. She was dating a scientist named Futoshi. She says it isn't anything serious but Mothers know how to smell a lie.

Inayto is one big flirt. He was the college dream boy. All the girls flocked to him. He just knew how to move around them. If she didn't know better she would say he was more like Miroku than Inuyasha.

Meanwhile the other Children were in college stretching their wings. As for Inuyasha, he was retiring this year. They had plenty of money to last centuries, but Inuyasha kept going because he just loved what he did and how it could change a persons life.

As for Kagome, well, she was just fine. Life was just life. Was life fair? Kagome chuckled. That question wasn't fair. Sure, some things could have been kicked out. But without Hojo, would she love Inuyasha the way she does? If they had gotten married back in college they wouldn't have appreciated each other. Besides…without Hojo, there would be no Kara, Nathan, or Shippo. Hojo did tons of crappy things in the past. He sure did. But because of him, 3 beautiful children were created. Kagome would never give them up.

Kagome was happy. Truly happy. Kagome smiled up at the sky while the wind blew through her hair. After all these years…finally, her life was perfect.

Just then Kiroku's music cut off and her daughter stuck her head out the window. Kiroku had black long hair and was dressed in her work out clothes. "Mom! Dad says to tell you that Shippo is here with his little monsters!!"

"I DID NOT CALL THEM MONSTERS!" Inuyasha scowled up at her as he walked out to his wife.

Kagome chuckled as she watched Inuyasha walk towards her. Inuyasha kissed her the top of her head as he took her hand. Kagome let him help her up and they were off to see her grandbabies.

Since Kagome is too busy to clear the air, if you were wondering if all of her tears and pain were worth this? Heck yes. Life…family…love. It is what you make it to be. So go home and try it…you might fine yourself breathing easier…

FOXGEM

THANK YOU! It is over. Ha! We did it! Congrates! Well, I am sorry about all the names but I just wanted to hand some names out there for you guys to have. I love all of you!!

My next story that I am going to be working is either going to be titled Torn or Ruthless. I am thinking Ruthless.

Kagome is swim captain for her high school and could easily be the hottest thing if she would only push herself into dressing up. Everyone says she is sweet and quiet. She keeps to herself and no one bothers her. She has the highest grades in school, and as far as anyone knows, she has never had a boyfriend.

Now, if you had asked for her address, no one could tell you where. No one. Not even Kagome's best friend Sango. Why? Why doesn't anyone know where she lives? When asked about her home life, Kagome turns away and keeps walking. Kagome lives in the back side of town deep in the woods in a little broken down trailer. She lives there with her 'Sister' Rin and her broken Mother. Her mother drinks all the time and brings home the most rotten guys. Kagome is forced to hide the scars and the abuse because of Rin's secret.

What happens when a certain family moves in and Sango is forced to be Ruthless in order to get this secret out in the open? And how can you when Rin doesn't speak and Kagome refuses to even talk about it? Just add 2 hot demon's to the list and I would say you have the perfect mix!! Horror, Funny, challenge, adventure, LOVE, and other drama.

Hope to see you there!! BYE!