Soul bound

Epilogue- But if it's forever, it's even better

Birds of a feather, we should stick together, I know

I said I'd never think I wasn't better alone

Can't change the weather, might not be forever

But if it's forever, it's even better

BIRDS OF A FEATHER- Billie Eilish

Two years later

Aron walked into the mansion with a grin, looking around for her incubus. It was quiet now that the other boys had moved out. Sometimes she missed when they were still there, the sound of Sam and Matthew arguing over the last Poptart and the days where Erik would play the piano softly.

But at the end of the day, she was happy for them. They all deserved to go out and live their lives, to get the most out of the human world now that they were here for good. It was also nice having the whole place for just her and Sam.

She still had moments with each boy. James had become CEO of Anderson Toys, so he'd become quite busy. Still, he made sure to come by and take care of the garden, knowing Sam and Aron would likely kill it accidently. She'd help him out occasionally, but usually she'd just sit out there and happily listen to him ramble as he picked weeds.

Damien had become a successful children's author, using a portion of his income to fund programs that taught children to read and write who couldn't learn otherwise. She had illustrated for some of his work, the two of them would work together to come up with character designs and new plots. Sometimes they would binge Disney originals together, Sam occasionally joining them.

She and Erik would still play the piano together, recommending pieces to each other to learn. He'd ask her to model clothes he was working on for his clothing boutique. Sam would blush darkly every time she stepped out of the changing room in a dress that flattered her perfectly, and from the smug smirk on Erik's face, she could tell that was his goal.

Matthew began working with James, his ability useful when coming up with toy concepts. The two of them would play video games often, along with Sam and sometimes her little brother, having tournaments in the living room. Simon would torment him each time he came over, and Aron was constantly finding piles of missing things that she would have to return to the incubus. He'd get angry at the doll, but thanks to Damien she knew Matthew was secretly grateful to the doll for making sure Aron wasn't alone when they were gone.

Sam had become a firefighter after learning to read and write, and he was a damn good one too. It made Arons heart warm to know he wanted to help people like she did. Even after a long day at work, he'd come home with Aron's favorite chips and drink, surprising her when she got home from the hospital.

Because of them both having demanding jobs, there were days they hardly got to see each other, but they didn't let it negatively impact their relationship. If anything, those long shifts had made it stronger, because it made the time, they did get together even more special.

Aron slipped off her jacket, feeling something rub against her ankle. She looked down and grinned, seeing their calico cat nuzzling her. She grinned and kneeled down, beginning to pet her, earning a purr from the kitten. "Hey Mable," she said with a grin, getting a meow in response.

"Hey," she heard Sam say, making her look up with a grin.

"Hey! How was work?" she asked, standing up.

He shrugged. "It was work. What about you?"

Her smile got bigger as she walked over to him, hanging her forearms up around his neck. She felt him wrap his arms around her, holding her close as she spoke. "It was good."

He smiled warmly at her before pressing a gentle kiss on her head. He then placed one on the bridge of her nose, each of her cheeks, and then finally her lips. Aron smiled and returned the kiss happily, her hand beginning to comb through his hair.

She felt her heart pounding in her chest, her body feeling light and airy. She was so happy, so safe in his strong arms. He meant everything to her and she'd do anything to show him that.

Every moment they had together was special. They lost so much time together, so Aron would kiss him more, hold him closer, love him harder to make up for it.

When their lips parted, they rested their foreheads together. "I love you," Aron murmured softly.

Sam nuzzled her slightly as he responded. "I love you too."

Authors note

Wow, I can't believe this fic is finally over. I've spent so long on it, rewriting it and replotting it, daydreaming about scenes, and yapping about it to friends and my sister. Now it's finally done and I'm excited to go on and start/continue other projects I have in mind. Thank you for taking the time to read this story and I truly hope you enjoyed it.