The crew was patient as the waited for River and Jayne to have a funeral for Sara. He held her tight and kissed her forehead as she cried in his arms for their fallen friend who died helping them.

Finally, holding hands and walking close to each other they boarded Serenity. Swollen eyes River found Mal to let them know they were ready.

Mal stood in front of Jayne, hands in his hips. "So, you captain?"

Jayne shrugged. "Tried it on for size. You can have it."

He looked at the couple. "That said, I believe I own you a trip to the Black, Cobb."

Jayne began to protest when Simon stepped up. "I hate to interrupt, Captain, but since River is my sister I believe I get the honor."

Mal frowned but gestured for him to go ahead.

"Simon," River protested.

"Mei mei," he said to her. "Let me finish." He addressed Jayne solemnly before smiling and sticking his hand to shake Jayne's. "Jayne, you kept my sister safe but more importantly you are making her happy. That means a lot. Congratulations to both of you."

Mal grumbled until Inara elbowed him. "Oh, Mal, deal with it."