Lost Boys & Pirates [Completed]

Epilogue

The path to Peter's hidden cliff is becoming easy to navigate. The wind is soothing and chilly and the waves crashing along the cliffside are loud.

"I'm glad you agreed to the date, my dear."

"I always enjoy time with you, Peter. Especially when it's just us."

The smile he sends me causes my heart to flutter. His eyes are bright as he pulls me up the small hill. His hand is warm in mine as he leads the way. 

"Why are you so excited to get away from everyone?" I ask when I nearly trip over a root.

"Because that means I have you all to myself without having to share. I get jealous when the trio are around you."

I glance up at him with a teasing grin. "Afraid I'll run into someone else's arms, Peter? I thought you know me better than that. I'm loyal."

"I know you are, my dearest." He lifts me over a rock before we enter the small grassy overlook. "But that doesn't mean I don't get jealous of you giving them your attention."

"I always have my eyes on you."

The sweet smile makes my heart flutter. We stand along the edge of the cliff, observing the odd weather. Now that Captain is gone, the waters are free to do as they please. The mermaids play along the shores and the storm seems to hover. It makes me wonder what a storm would be like here on Neverland. 

His cloak floats behind him with the strong winds but his arms hold me tight and keep me warm.  After a while, we slowly sit with our feet hanging over the edge and my body sitting between his legs. His arms circle around my waist as his head lays on my shoulder. 

"You know, I never wished for love or to find a companion. I was always content with the friendships with the boys. I don't know how I got so lucky to have you in my life but I will certainly accept it."

"I finally got the second half of my wish." I begin. "I wished for a family but I also wished for a home. You are my home."

His hold tightens around me as we sit and watch the waves. Although this date is much different than our first one, I wouldn't trade it for the world. Being in his arms and watching the waves is better than anything I could ask for.

"I have a question." I finally speak up. "Is there any chance I could go back just to learn the newest medical advancements? I want to learn so much more that could help the boys."

"When I am able to recreate that relic I made Rye, I'll definitely let you two go back and learn anything you want."

"Why Rye?"

"He is your protector. Where you go, he goes."

I snicker, turning in his arms to be able to face him. "He's going to love being on permanent babysitting duty." I look up towards him. "But what if I want you to come too?"

"Then I will go along with you. Whatever you would like, I will do."

He ducks down for a sweet kiss. I quickly lose my train of thought at the action. I only register him, the wind, and the sound of the waves.

"I promise you, Maera, that I will always be by your side."