Chapter 43 - Epilogue

Leliana and Anders eventually did get married and lived together. Truth be told, he lived far longer than any other of the wardens in the keep, but since he was appointed the Palace Mage, and no longer went back to the keep, nobody knew this. He was truly happy with his Lillylee and very much in love with her.

The infamous lady lover had finally settled down.

Duran never did find anyone to fall in love with. He was a free spirit, and as such remained happily by the new king and queen's side, helping them in every way he could. He was and continued to be Alistair's best friend, until his Calling drew near, at which point he set off for Orzammar, never to be seen again.

Fergus remained with Alistair as his Chief Advisor for many years, until he was satisfied that another could move in to help Alistair in his kingly duties. He searched for a replacement himself, finally settling on Teagan Guerrin, who had supported Alistair when he was crowned king. He then left and returned to Highever, where he eventually met a local girl and married. His sister, Elissa, lived happily in the castle and she married eventually and settled down there.

Alistair and Fergus continued to be very close friends, however and would frequently take trips to visit each other.

Leonie and Zevran were together for many years till Zevran eventually left for Antiva. He had a score of sorts to settle unfinished business with the Crows and even though Leonie begged him to stay he said he could not keep his 'friends' waiting and left.

He never returned.

Fiona remained at the palace, and even though she was always busy at some thing or another, she always made it a point to stay with her grandchildren who were such a great source of joy to her that over the years she mellowed up a bit. She and Alistair did eventually grow very close and the happiest day of her life was when he called her 'mother'.

She lived to a ripe old age and eventually died, a sad day for all who would never forget the little spitfire elven mage whose quick temper and heart of gold won the hearts of many.

Alistair did drink the potion which stopped the Taint from progressing. He lived to grow old by his love's side and to see his grandchildren born. He was a fair and capable monarch whose love for his people shone like a bright star from the heavens. He brought peace and prosperity to the land and ruled with grace and honor. He often slipped out of the palace to the tavern with his friend Duran and loved to visit the commoners from time to time, just to make sure that everything was all right.

They called him the king with the common touch.

He never left Chantalle's side, and she proved to be a beautiful and gracious queen who was popular and well loved. She bore him four more children and they were incredibly happy.

So they did live happily ever after...

As to their adventures and the adventures they shared with their friends as monarchs? Well, that my friends, is a totally different story...

THE END

A/N: Another fic where I was touched to tears at the end. I know, I know...it's a very happy ending and I should be happy with it, but the characters did come to life for me and I will miss them terribly.

I wanted to end here, because this story is about Alistair as Warden Commander not as King, after all.

I hope that the reason I wrote this fic is clear to all. I was so angry at the game for doing the whole 'elves' thing. Second-class citizens, Alistair can't marry an elf, blah, blah, blah. Anyone who has read the Calling knows very well that Fiona is Alistair's mother. And even though The Calling is not 'canon' to me it is.

So yeah, I wanted to create a fic that took care of all those little issues that nagged me when I played the game. This fic was really cathartic for me.

I am already writing my next fic. I hope to see you around when I post it later today.

Thank you for following me through the incredible journey this has been.

And thank you Alistair for being my muse! :D