Ahh its the final chapter! I thought I would never finish this story but I did!

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This how it should have been a long time ago…

Anesia looked out into the crowd before her and smiled. Narnians and Telmarines a like sharing conversations and even dancing together. It was so nice to finally see people from both sides genuinely happy. Sure this was only the beginning in merging the two together, but this night, this moment, will always serve as a reminder to the newest queen that it was all worth it.

"Why are you sitting down? You should be up dancing and celebrating!"

"Just taking it all in…we really did it, didn't we?"

The Just King sat down next to her. "Yeah we did. Hopefully it is the last time we have to deal with such a crisis."

"Yes. Every single Narnian and Telmarine in this room deserves a chance to live in peace."

"Ok now it's time for you to get up and dance-"

"Oh but I don't know of the Narnian-"

"They aren't difficult, besides you can just follow my lead."

He got up and grabbed Anesia's hand, leading her into the crowd. Almost instantly Edmund had Anesia spinning and dancing around the room in mere minutes. She was glad he convinced (dragged) her to do so. It was a lot of fun and she had picked up on a few Narnian dances-

"Well I must say you are quite the dancer." Edmund paused to bow, earning a laugh from the new queen.

"Thanks, I used to do a lot of the Telmarine dances but it's been so long-"

"I have been looking for you all over!"

The two royals turned to see Caspian standing behind them. His crown removed and happiness clearly visible on face. "They are getting ready to play a few Telmarine songs-"

"But I'm-"

"Go." Edmund spoke." I'll go get the others so they can come and watch."

"Good luck with that." Caspian said." I haven't been able to find Susan or Peter for a while-"

"Well wherever they are I'm sure they're ok." Anesia interjected. She grabbed her brother's hand." Now let's go dance before I change my mind."

And with that Anesia lead her brother towards the musicians. The last time she was at anything close to a celebration was impromptu dance in the servants' quarters years ago. She sang and danced her heart out. That was probably the last time she had truly enjoyed herself (it's a shame that its been so long).

"I'm surprised you're not worried about Susan or Peter-"

"Wherever they are I'm sure they're ok. Probably getting some air."

Caspian smiled." I like this side of you. It's nice seeing you happy and not worried."

"I like this side of me too-"

She stopped mid-sentence as the music floated into her ears. The beat of the drum and the strums of guitar were surprisingly familiar to her, and soon Anesia found herself dancing around the room. The twist of her hips, the elegant arm movements, and the feeling of being light as a feather came rushing back as well (and she loved it). Soon Anesia found herself laughing and singing along. She looked to see Caspian watching her a few feet away and waved. As the music began to die down Anesia spun one last time feeling a swish of air as her dress flared at the bottom. Seconds later the sound of applause brought her back to reality.

Oh my…

Anesia was surprised she had drawn a crowd. "Caspian…"

"Hey I couldn't keep up with you." He laughed as she approached." I didn't know you had that in you-"

"Well there some things you don't know about me-"

"Well then in that case I'm looking forward to learning even more about you." Caspian hugged her tightly." I love you.

"I love you too." She pulled away and smiled." I'm going to go find Peter and if I see Susan I'll tell her you've been looking for her."

Anesia made her way through the crowd, occasionally getting stopped (but she didn't mind). Eventually she had made her way around the room, coming up empty handed. She paused for a minute wiping a few strands of hair from her face (courtesy of all that dancing) and then made her way outside-

"Where are you?" She muttered. He wasn't inside at all, and surely Peter would have told her if he was going back to his room- wouldn't he?

"Peter?"

It felt as if she had been outside for hours. He wasn't by any of the tables or tents set up, not even near the fountain before the entrance into the celebration hall. As she passed by the steps leading to the garden, Anesia noticed someone sitting on the steps with their head in their hands-

"I've been look for you." She spoke as walked over and sat down.

Peter looked at her and smiled (or at least he tried)." Just needed some air that's all..."

She took off her crown and began twirling it in her hands." Was it surreal for you becoming a king?"

"Can we talk about this later?" He winced the minute those words left his mouth.

"Ok…" Clearly she wasn't wanted. Anesia stood up to leave." Maybe you do need some more time by yourself-"

"Wait."

Peter stood up and grabbed her hand. Anesia opened her mouth to speak but he simply shook his head as he led her into the garden, making sure anyone else outside couldn't hear what he had to say-

"Hey" Anesia stopped and placed a hand on his cheek." Are you ok?"

"Not long after I brought you back down, Aslan pulled Susan and me aside." He took a deep breathe. This was going to be harder than he thought." He was telling us both how far we'd come and how much we've both grown and changed for the better-"

"Well he's right-"

"Aslan also said how we've learned everything we can from Narnia. There is no other reason for us to remain here."

Anesia took a few steps back-

"Anesia…"

"No, no, no! I refuse to believe this is some crazy dream I'll wake up from in the morning." She took off for her favorite spot, ignoring Peter's calls after her. This couldn't be happening. After everything that happened to her, the one person who was reason for keeping her current life is being taken away from her.

"Why?"

The young queen collapsed on the ground, not caring about her dress, and just cried. There was nothing else she could do. A few minutes later she heard someone sit down and wrap their arms around her.

"Whenever I was in a coma for those two weeks I had a dream." She began." Nothing bad had ever happened. My parents were still alive and we had never been separated. Caspian were going to prepare for our coronation when I woke up."

Peter wiped the tears from her eyes and nodded for her to continue-

"Later on I found out Aslan had given me a glimpse into what my life could have been. He then told me I had a choice between that life and the one I have now…"

"I thought I made the right decision so I wouldn't have to lose anyone but I guess I was wrong."

He cradled her face in hands and kissed her softly." I will always be with you-"

"Don't lie to me Peter. Everyone I love is being taken away from except for Caspian-"Her eyes went wide." Oh no Caspian, what is he-"

"Susan is probably talking to him right now." Peter went to kiss her again but was met with her hand-

"I…I have to go." Her voice was barely above a whisper.

Peter watched her walk away, knowing that going after her wouldn't change anything. He was leaving her and there was nothing he could do to change it (no matter how much he wanted to).

I should have known it was all too good to be true.

The light was pouring through the windows but Anesia didn't care. She had been awake for hours, just lying there, trying to figure out if there was way to stop Peter and Susan from leaving. Peter- god did she feel terrible for just leaving him sitting there but she couldn't look at him without tearing up-

KNOCK! KNOCK!

"Good morning your highness!" A young servant entered the room." I have your breakfast for you-"

"If you could just set it on the desk that would be great." Anesia sat up and smiled at the girl." What's your name?"

"Adriana your highness."

"Well thank you very much Adrianna. I don't think I'll need anything else for a while."

"You are most welcome." The young girl smiled and left the room.

Anesia got up and looked at her tray. She felt bad for wasting food, but she wasn't hungry at all (how could she be?)-

I hate feeling like this-

Her thoughts were interrupted by yet another knock at the door.

"Who is it?"

"Caspian."

She opened the door immediately to find him dressed almost like he was last night, but in green instead of blue. In a matter of seconds Anesia found herself in his arms.

"We will get through this?"

"I know but it still sucks." Anesia broke his hold on her." Why are you all dressed up again?"

"Aslan has requested that the entire kingdom meet in the town square by noon." He answered." Why? I don't know exactly."

"You go ahead-"

"No-"

"Caspian go. I still have yet to get dressed." She ignored the look on his face." I promise I will be there."

He eyed her for a few more minutes before heading back down the hall." I will send someone for you even if you are a minute late." Caspian called out before disappearing around the corner.

Anesia rolled her eyes and smiled as she shut her door. Leave it to her brother to put a genuine smile on her face (which she was grateful for). A long sigh passed her lips as she made her way over to her wardrobe. All she did was reach in and grab a dress, not caring what she wore. It ended up being pink with elements of red and gold- nicer than any day dress she wore up till now.

"I guess this will do." She adjusted her dress a few time in front of the mirror before putting her hair in a long side braid. Anesia grabbed the necklace with her ring on it before heading out the door.

The walk to the town square from the castle wasn't a long one, but Anesia made sure to walk slowly. Even though she really had no idea as to what was going to happen, it surely wouldn't be all that great-

What else I there to do? I mean we've already accomplished so much-

It hit her all at once. He was sending Peter and Susan back. But so soon? She figured Aslan would send them back privately and not in public. Great. The entire kingdom was going to witness her breaking down. Some queen she's turning out to be so far.

"No you are stronger than that." Anesia told herself as she approached the crowd. A few of Telmarines and Narnians saw her and cleared a pathway for her. As she walked up to the stone platform she gave the best smile she could to people around her-

"Just in time."

"I'm sorry if I-"

"Ah nothing to worry about my dear." Aslan spoke before turning towards the crowd.

Caspian grabbed his sister's hand and pulled her so she was standing in between him and the great lion-

"To see Telmarines and Narnians all gathered here, together, it is long overdue. Many years ago The Telmarine ancestors stumbled across this land. They soon began moving to our land to escape the perils of their own world- The same world that our beloved Kings and Queens of Old come from as well."

Aslan turned towards two trees that were twisted together, and willed them to nearly part." The reason they all were able to get to Narnia was because of the deep magic that lives in these trees…"

"The wardrobe…"Lucy stated.

"Yes dear one you are correct."

Anesia looked at everyone but Peter. She knew the minute she did tears would be falling from her eyes-

"But the reason I gathered you all here is because I intend for everyone to live in peace, and any Telmarine that does not feel they can live peace will be allowed to leave Telmar and start a new life in the other world. I will even see to it that it's a good one."

(Silence).

"We would like to go."

All the royals looked to see had stepped forward. It was Prunaprisma and her son, along her father and General Gozelle. The more they all thought about it made sense for them to leave. They truly had no real to stay in Narnia-

"Are you ok?" Anesia whispered to her brother.

"I'm glad they are going. They would be unhappy if they didn't." He whispered back.

"Well then may your lives be long and filled with happiness."

And with that they walked in-between the trees and vanished. People began to cry out in crowd accusing Aslan of lying (among other ridiculous accusations)-

"I assure you he is telling the truth." Peter spoke out, quieting the crowd." And to prove it to you my sister Susan and I will pass through next-"

"Why aren't we all going back?" Edmund asked.

"Because you and Lucy still have a lot learn." Susan placed a hand on his shoulder." Peter and I have taken all that we can from being here."

"But what about…" Lucy trailed off as her gaze fell on Caspian and Anesia. She could tell they were hold it together as best as they could-

"It will be ok…because at least we will still have you and Edmund here with us…"

Anesia stopped speaking as Susan flew into Caspian's arms. The girl that always kept her composure was letting the entire kingdom see how deeply affected she was by leaving. She watched as they quietly reassured one another that everything would be ok. It was heartbreaking to watch.

"Go talk to him." She looked up to see Edmund standing in front of her.

"How did-"

"Just go."

She took a deep breath and walked towards Peter." I'm sorry I just left you last night-"

Anesia was surprised but welcomed the feeling of Peter's lips on hers. It was completely different from any of the other kissed they had shared. She could feel everything he felt-

"I love you. I will always love you Anesia." Peter held her close refusing to let her go, not yet." You are not allowed to mope forever because everyone here needs their new queen to be at her best."

"You have to promise to do the same." A few tears fell from her eyes." Deal?"

"Deal."

He kissed her once more before (reluctantly) letting her go-

"It's time to go."

Susan and Peter took one last at everyone before stepping into the portal, gone from Narnia for good.

"They're really gone…" Anesia whispered to herself. She tried to smile but the sadness was still very apparent on her face.

"I'm proud of you all." Aslan looked at them remaining royals." You have truly shown how strong and selfless you are. Letting them go without questioning me or the deep magic is a testament to how you all have grown so much."

"Thank you-"

"Oh don't thank me yet."

"But-"

"Because all of you have shown me so much…" Aslan turned and blew on the trees causing them to untangle once more. A few minutes later two familiar face reappeared.

"I…"

"Is that all you have to say?"

Anesia eyes watered as she threw hers around Peter, planting kisses all over his face. He was staying and so was Susan. They would never be apart.

" Don't you ever leave me again, ok?"

"I wouldn't dream of it."

She smiled before grabbing his hand walking over to Aslan and thanking him again. For once in her life Anesia had everything she ever wanted and she hoped and prayed that would never change.

There you have it! I just wanted to say thank you to everyone for your reviews/constructive criticism, alerts, and favorites. I really think that this story has helped me become a better writer and pay more attention to detail so thank you once again! Maybe in the future I'll write another narnia story!

-Megan