The way we were

[Rampage]

All is well?!

Nicolas left with his team from Themyscira, but he left Athena with a parting shot of sorts. He thought to her as he faded from view.

Don't be a stranger. WE humans can be rather entertaining AND enlightening, and I make a great host. Consider this your open invitation...

Nicolas chuckled to himself as the team reappeared to find Barbara Minerva's former home intact, like it had always been that way. It was amazing. He wondered who would take this home now, but was saddened to hear who it would be. ALISON. She was no longer theirs, she belonged to the world and her secrets, secrets that she would be bound to safeguard. He was saddened to lose her but he knew that she was going to a destiny that she had prepared for all her life, and he knew he would see her again. he stood still as he drank in the emotion of the moment, the happiness to find them both well, the grief at losing one of them, and the excitement at the thought of getting closer to the other.

As Hecate's astral form faded, he left his body and spoke to her alone in his own astral form before she faded away.

In another time, another place, WE would have been wonderful. <<Looks at Morgan>>> I will take good care of her.

Nicolas returned to his body and stepped forward to touch Delilah's shoulder as she grieved in Alison's arms. He looked around at everyone and gave a satisfied nod. Even though this moment was bittersweet, this team had stuck together and made it farther than even some of them could have imagined.

He hugged Alison with one arm and kissed her forehead. He then stepped over to look at Morgan. Her new costume was alluring, and he made no secret that he was appreciative.

NICE new look. Do you think we can re-schedule the last half of our date sometime??

 

[Harbinger]

the enchanted forest

:: Hecate encouraged them all with her final words, as she prepared to leave. Alison took this moment to try to DAM her emotions so that she wouldnt show just how hard this was for her....but she didnt do so well and Delilah didnt make it any better as she went to Alison immediately and asked her not to go.::


:: letting the time staff fall to the ground, it disappeared as soon as it touched the grass and would reappear at her mental thought call, similar to Morgan's soul sword.::

:: she embraced her dear friend, her eyes now more than a little misty as a look of sadness was clear on her face.::

:: her airy voice now tinged with sadness as well.::

I wish I could stay....if only for a little while longer Delilah...But Hecate is right. This is what i was meant for all along. It all makes sense now...

:: Delilah didnt care about this "destiny",not right now, and Alison, try as she may to remain focused...she couldnt hold to it as she closed her eyes and tears flowed a bit more.::

funny...as a precog, even I didnt realize THIS would be my last caper with the six.

:: she embraced Delilah tightly as Nicolas came to her. he wrapped an arm around her and she moved one of her arms around him as well::

Oh Nicolas...

:: she said softly as he kissed her gently on the forehead. what could she say? in the time they'd known each other...they'd gone from being distrusting associates, to reluctant team mates...to respected friends and trusted family. but even as he spoke encouragingly and hugged her goodbye, Alison realized that this really WAS it for her time wth the Six...goodbyes had never been so hard for her before.::

take care of Morgan...take care of all of them for me...I'll...i'll be keeping an "EYE" on you...

:: trying her best at a seer's joke as she sniffled a bit, looking up at Nicolas. She'd only worked with him a short time, but she knew that he had more than come into his own with the Six and had no doubts about him anymore. He was one of them...very much family.::

 

[Spellbinder]

Enchanted forest-outside of Alison's new home

<< Spellbinder, although feeling more aligned and at peace with herself internally, AND now sporting a sexy new costume to boot, couldnt help but lose her smile after rememerging from the bonding with Hecate.>>

<< Delilah was the first to react , followed by Nicolas, to Alison's impending departure from the team. Her best friend..her sister...one HELL of a precog and a damn good team tactician....everything she was...she would no longer be FOR THE SIX and it hurt Morgan very much to have to say goodbye.>>

<< Nicolas complimented Morgan on her new outfit, but Morgan didnt look at him, she was too busy trying to wipe away tears.>>

Nicolas....

<< her voice weak with unhappiness.>>

she's really leaving us. isnt she?

<< Morgan knew it was to be this way but like Delilah, she didnt like it one bit. She went over to Alison.>>

Alison...

I know i'm not supposed tobe selfish and short sighted. But right now...I can't THINK about the bigger picture or destiny! all i can think about is that now....when we leave...you're not coming back to Illustra WITH US!

<< she said, trying to choke back her tears.>>

you were the sister i never had...youve been there through EVERYTHING with me and you brought this team together..KEPT it together even at the expense of yourself at times. youve done MORE than anyone could or should have asked of you...but ...i dont want to say goodbye Alison...

<< she closed her eyes and looked away.>>

 

[Rampage]

Hard Goodbye

As Morgan spoke to him, he knew how she would sound. he had hoped to break the sadness, but when he heard her ask him, all he could do was shake his head, tears silently falling down him cheeks. He answered her back, his voice low and sad.

Yes, baby. Ali's a new person now. We have to let her go. It is her destiny to do...this.

He followed Morgan back to the group and placed his arms around them all. He was heartbroken that they had to part after finally finding their way together. he just held them as they stood there. He heard Alison's "warning" and he nodded as he replied.

You do that. You keep looking out for me, and I will do the same. You are never alone, do you hear me? We will always be with you. We will always have your back. Never forget that...or us.

 

[Persephone]

:: Persephone stepped forward hearing her mother state that she was now a mortal. Athena insisted on having her stay on Paradise Island, and Hecate jumped in shortly after agreeing to the idea. Persephone nodded as well. ::

"This is the least you deserve."

:: She spoke softly. Demeter turned to her and took Persephone's hand giving her a smile and a reassuring squeeze. Stepping away, Persephone and the rest of the six soon engulfed in golden orbs, disappearing from Paradise Island and back to Barbara Minerva's newly restored estate. Persephone actually felt a bit distraught leaving her mother so quickly after meeting with her again. It was an odd sensation...Regardless, she knew Demeter would not simply stay there and not visit her. It just wasn't her nature to do that. ::

:: Alison and Morgan appeared, along with Karen, Alycia, and Pandora. Giving Pandora a smile, it had been ages since she had seen her. Hecate began to explain what was to happen with Morgan; she would now become sourceress supreme. As if she didn't have enough power as it was. Watching it unfold, her famous 'Inferno' outfit turned into a more covered up version, revealing the process had been done. Alison was next. She would take over to Minerva...very fitting Persephone though. But as Pandora gained a very powerful mentor, the six lost a truly wonderful teammate. Delilah ran to Alison, throwing her arms around her crying. Persephone's brows lowered sadly seeing her reaction. Nicolas soon came to Delilah's aid, reassuring her before saying his goodbye. Morgan followed with a heartfelt goodbye of her own. Persephone hadn't known Alison very long; and the time that she did know her, their 'relationship' was actually pretty good. But she was in no way as close as Delilah, Morgan, or Haleigh. ::

:: Stepping forward next to Morgan, Persephone took her hand, holding it tightly. She knew how difficult this was for her...and in taking Hecate's advice, she took the first step to creating a new bond with this group. ::

"I regret not taking the opportunity to get to know you better, Alison. But I know this will not be the last time we see each other."

:: With a faint smile. ::

"Stay strong."

 

[Black Widow]

Athena bid farewell and the team was transported back to present time Greece, to a RESTORED Minerva Estate, where they were reunited with Alison and Morgan, as well as Pandora, Alycia, and Karen. Haleigh glanced at all of them, even Alycia, but didn't say anything. Hecate carried on the conversation.... and quickly things turned darker as Hecate announced Alison's fated departure. Haleigh was astounded, to say the least.... and though everyone else expressed sadness and then acceptance, Haleigh revolted, completely unafraid to say what she KNEW some of them were thinking.

Barbara Minerva is no more. She has been reborn as Minerva, an AMAZON in Themyscria. She has fullfilled her destiny and now enjoys the reward of her honorable and courageous former life. would you deny her of that just to keep Alison by your side?

"SHIIIIIT. I will!"

She said increduously. She seemed surprised that no one else put up much of a fight.... and she didn't care if it came off as selfish or inconsiderate, at this point...

"No, really, I don't give a RATS ASS, you can send that ole firecrotch BACK. I mean, she's a REAL nice lady, and I'm sure she deserves it, but the universe isn't so wonderfully just. People don't always GET what they deserve... Minerva's a tough woman, she'll get over it. I know that you can't appreciate how FAR we've come, as individuals AND as a group, but we've finally become a FAMILY! Six months ago, had the red moon occured, there would have been a BLOODBATH-- we'd have torn each other to SHREDS! But now.... we're nearly a single unit, and Alison is a PART of it, she's a member of our FAMILY. Would YOU deny us, and HER, that?? I mean, obviously you would-- you ARE... but how COULD you? how DARE you??"

She turned to Alison, bewildered almost to the point of being angry.

"Alison! Why are you just going along with this?? You can't let HER tell you what YOUR destiny is! Christ, WHAT did the Amazons DO to you?! Are-- Are you BRAINWASHED??"

 

[Pandora]

- Pandora returned to Earth, a bit dazed about what had happened. Last she remembered she was taken by Circe and thrown in a bath tub? Psychotic witch...But as Pandora regained her bearings, she noticed Barbara's estate was restored. Pandora immediately smiled believing her beloved mentor was alive....but just as she was about to ask, Hecate broke the news. Pandora's eyes saddened. It was selfish, but she wanted so badly for Barbara to be apart of her life, not be reborn into an Amazon. But she knew it was what Barbara deserved. -

- Staying quiet as the group reunited, she saw Persephone and smiled. Pandora held no powers, but she held Persephone's respect. As she once said long ago 'anyone who can control an object strong enough to destory the world, is okay in my book'. And from that moment on, they held a mutual respect for one another. -

- Hearing Hecate state that this Harbinger would be her new mentor, Pandora looked over to the woman with curiosity. She was so young...looking around what Pandora's age would be if she wasn't immortal. But she would not question Hecate's reasonings. Hecate was wise and believed the Harbinger was a good candidate to take over for Barbara; and that was good enough reason for her. -

- As the group began to say goodbye to Alison, Pandora felt horrible. She was taking away their friend and teammate...it didn't seem right. But destiny was a strange phenomenon. Turning to Alycia and Karen, Pandora smiled to them both, before embracing them in a warm hug. Alycia didn't seem like the hugging type, but Pandora wanted to truly thank them. -

"Thank you both, from the bottom of my heart. You risked your lives to save mine...and I will forever be in your debt."

- Pulling away, Pandora smiled to them both before turning and slowly making her way over to Alison and the six. Passing Hecate, she gave her a warm smile as well, greeting the woman she hadn't seen in ages. Finally approaching Alison, Pandora looked to the six with apologetic eyes. -

"Thank you--all of you--for helping me. I wish I could do something to keep your friend with you...It is my deepest regret that she has to leave. I wish you all well in your journey as a team. I hope this will not be the last time we meet."

- With a sincere smile, Pandora bowed her head, respectfully, at the six. The team who save her AND the world. Finally lifting her head, she looked to Alison, Pandora's face was filled with pure goodness. Alison would be able to tell that Pandora was a strong willed, yet very compassionate woman. Taking a step back to allow Alison to finish her goodbyes, Pandora stood next to Hecate, observing their final goodbyes. -

- A bit startled by the blonde woman's brash comments about Barbara, Pandora's eyes narrowed with anger. Huffing out, she kept her emotions in check knowing how upset she was about loosing her friend. She was just as upset about loosing Babrara, and would explode in the same fashion if she had the chance to. It was a difficult situation, for everyone. -

 

[Artemis]

the enchanted forest

:: Alycia watched with shock as Hecate announced Alison's departure. Morgan was transformed and her new costume ,while obviously a fashion DO, was NOT the focus...as EVERYONE balked at the fact that Alison had to leave the team.::

:: looking at Karen::

This is not the "happy ending" that anyone had hoped for, I take it.

:: Karen nodded solemnly as Morgan and the others reacted. Pandora came over to them and thanked them for helping her with such sincerity and genuine gratitude that Alycia couldnt help but smile at the young woman.::

Well, the good doctor and I couldnt allow Circe to lay her hands on you...not after all the lengths that Barbara had gone to keep you safe. Pandora, if i had to do it all over again, I would. My whole life, I have always made it a point to protect and help those who need it. I'm just amazed that even a mere HUMAN like me can continue to earn her keep among all these... "super powers"....

:: gesturing among those present.::

:: surprisingly, Alycia gladly accepted Pandora's embrace.She didnt know quite why she did either...but it felt right.::

please...don't hesitate to call us if you OR Alison needs help. we're going to miss her...so much.


:: Alycia felt her own emotions and feelings about this situation creeping up but she did her very best to keep them to a minimum. Secretly though, Alycia agreed with HALEIGH! Why should Alison just LEAVE as she was seemingly TOLD to do by Hecate? None of the Six were given over to just taking orders..even from a goddess and while she realized Hecate had special meaning to Morgan and Alison....this seemed too much. Still, Alycia wouldnt speak ill of the dead...even if they had been reborn and true to form, Haleigh callously slighted Barbara's memory and while the emotion was understandable, the situation was understandable....for Haleigh to speak so poorly of Minerva in Pandora's presence...::

Haleigh please....Pandora was Minerva's ward. You're speaking of this woman as if she was NOTHING and its hurting Pandora's feelings!

:: she wasnt vicious with her tone. in fact she LOOKED rather distressed....she didnt want to say goodbye to Alison either, but she didnt want to ADD to the pain that was in the air.::

 

[Harbinger]

the enchanted forest- outside her new home

:: Alison could no longer hold her tears, as they began to flow. She left her biological family by CHOICE...if not also because of some unconscious compulsion...but now, to leave her second family by MANDATE of destiny...she suddenly felt MUCH SMALLER than she ever had before and she HATED IT.::

:: she reached out to Delilah, the Morgan...hugging her sisters tightly. Then Nicolas who offered a few more words::

Thank you..Nicolas.


:: next came Persephone , who took Alison's hand in her own and offered her a respectfull and sincere farewell. Persephone's composure allowed Alison to regain HER'S if not for a moment::

Persephone, i see nothing but progression and change for you in your new life with the Six. I know how hard it was for you to be revived only to learn of the fate of your family from the MoE timeline...but i TRULY HOPE you will find a new chapter of happiness and love here with your NEW family. You belong with The Six and.....I'm glad that we've SEEN YOU to this point.

I regret not having the chance to work more with you...but I...I must pick up where Barbara left off so that no one ELSE can try to pick up where CIRCE left off.


:: It was Karen and Alycia'sturn, and as Karen warmly embraced her "daugher" and Alylcia wrapped her arm around Alison, taking her hand in the other

Karen, i never had a mother until i met you. You mean so much to me...and i'm forever gratefull that you treated me as your daughter.

Alycia, you may be "only human" as you often say...but you're one HELL of a woman! you've MORE than earned your keep with this team..your FAMILY and your bravery and courage...risking your life to help Pandora prooves that you're a cut above most.

Don't turn your back on the Six and don't let your hatred and bitterness overtake you as it did Athena. There's still TIME for you to do what you KNOW needs to be done.

:: alluding to her situation with Haleigh, who was ALREADY speaking HER mind.::

:: Haleigh was next, but in true form, Haleigh instead, railed hard against Hecate and spoke harshly of Barbara...in front of Pandora, who took exception. Alison saw through to the heart of the rant though and took Haleigh's hand as Alycia spoke up on Pandora's behalf.::

Alycia's right, Haleigh. Dont speak ill of Barbara...she died helping US so that WE would get to this point. She's gone on to her just reward...and....in theory...this SHOULD be mine...it's what I've ALWAYS wanted. Hecate kept trying to give me hints back in ancient greece....but it wasnt until the VERY END that i realized what she meant.

:: looking at Haleigh eye to eye..if only a LITTLE taller than her, Alison smiled warmly...a rare thing indeed.::

still...it doesnt change how HARD this is!

:: taking Haleigh's other hand.::

look where WE are now! We hated each other in the beginning...I tried to kill you. BUT NOW..were friends...we trust each other with our backs. we helped each other keep it together when the team was at its WEAKEST point. The team needs that from YOU still. I MUST take this position...not because Hecate has spelled it out....she merely CONFIRMED it. I must make SURE that Pandora and the rest of the world's most deadly/ancient secrets and artifacts remain SAFE and PROTECTED so that YOUR LIVES will not be sacrificed in battle against the NEXT "would be" Circe.

But as you must know...I am only a spell or a call away...if any of you need me...I'll be there in the BLINK of an eye.

you remain unique among women...super powered or not, Haleigh...because while I might have been a precog...you STILL managed to keep my guessing in ways that most could not and now, I'm going to surprise YOU!

:: Alison said, as she pulled Haleigh into a hug.::

the last time this happened...was after Master Mold. We are all ALIVE this time...and there are no casualties. Even Barbara got better. This isn't the END....but transition...is never easy. not for you...and not for ME either.

:: she let's go and stands back....opening her hand as the Time Staff appears in a puff of sparkling dark smoke and is now in her grasp. her cheeks streaked from tears and her eyes looking weary, Alison looks upon her family for one last time before stepping forward to her new path of life. If they all had their way...they'd stay out here together FOREVER. funny how time always seemed so FLEETING and mundane to Alison...like running water, perhaps because she was a precog...but at this moment...these last precious moments...time seemed to go by so slowly and if she had HER way...these moments would last for YEARS.::

It's time for me to take Pandora inside now. and YOU all have to get back to ...Illustra.

I love you....ALL OF YOU!

:: words that were once SCARCELY associated with the seer's vocabulary...the fact that she would now share her love OPENLY with her team...her FAMILY showed just how far the woman with a "marble hard heart" had come.::

::with her other free hand, she places it gently on Pandora's shoulder, looking at her ward, she smiles a bit.::

shall we go inside?

:: nodding as they walk together...they finally reach the doors and as Alison see's Pandora inside, she turns to the six one last time....her cobalt blue eyes firmly fixed on all of them and their allies as one last tear falls, she winks before looking up at the threshold of the double doors and then pointing "up" with her finger, a rushing chiming sound is heard, as the double doors close gently.::

:: and with that, Harbinger begins her new life as the Keeper of Time.::


:: the Six are left outside of the mansion, with only Hecate remaining with them.::

 

[Spellbinder]

the enchanted forest

<< Alison stood next to Nicolas, with Delilah on her other side. She watched with tearfull eyes as Alison said her goodbyes to each person. Putting her hand over her mouth as Haleigh spoke out against Haleigh and demanded to know how Alison could just go along with this. Her words on Minerva were HARSH, but the EMOTION was understood. She wondered why SHE herself was so....CALM...in comparison to Haleigh at least.>>

<< But Haleigh didnt have the bond with Hecate that Morgan did, and so, even in Morgan's unhappy heart, there lay that quiet understanding that all was as it should be right now.>>

<< Alycia understandibly took up for a visibly hurt Pandora. the poor girl didnt ask for this anymore than they did, the goddesses of Olympus had basically saddled her with the burden of "keeping chaos in a box" and SOMEONE had to protect her...and as Minerva was now an Amazon, the most logical choice WAS Alison.>>

<< logic and reason couldnt take away the pain and feeling of loss though, as Alison spoke to each person and took a moment with Haleigh that really showed how far THOSE TWO had come in the year that the six had been together. clearly they had become closer since Morgan's "death"...and it was..it was NICE to see that they had progressed so far in their personal friendship with each other. >>

<< this was what family all about.>>

<< the worst moment came when Alison took Pandora and began to walk toward the mansion....once inside the threshold, Morgan called out to Alison once more.>>

I love you. ALL of you.!

<< one last wink, and Alison shut the doors in a style that was her trademark >>

<< Morgan covered her face and weeped softly...>>

Hecate...

<< she sobbed...>>

 

[Persephone]

:: Watching Alison leave, Persephone face was saddened. It was a sad moment for everyone, including herself. The overall experience of seeing her mother again, reconnecting with her, and Alison leaving was overwhelming to say the least. But Persephone maintained her composure amoung the group, if not to keep THEM strong. ::

:: Nicolas was already comforting both Morgan and Delilah, so Persephone moved forward to Haleigh. She would resist, naturally, but even Haleigh needed to grieve. Placing her hand on Haleigh's back, Persephone watched Alison turn around once more, before disappearing into Barbara's estate. Rubbing Haleigh's back gently, it had been a while since she felt a 'sisterly' bond with anyone, even since being combind with Ava Cassadine. But Persephone wasn't going to push her feelings away and lock them up like before. The six was going to become her new Masters of Evil. These people were going to become her family...but old habits did died hard. It would be a working process, but she NEEDED this. And was willing to work on it. ::

:: Looking to Haleigh, Persephone retracted her hand knowing she shouldn't overstep. But she continued to stand there, for support...and just in case Haleigh needed her. ::

 

[Hecate]

her farewell

[ Hecate watched silently. This was something that she need not be apart of. Still it did not bring her any joy to see this moment unfold and if she felt any ANGER at Haleigh's words against her or Barbara, it didnt show.]

[ she remained silent, not bothering to retort, but instead, letting ALISON appeal to Haleigh and reach out to her friend. it was better to come from a PEER than to come from someone who was not.]

[ Hecate looked upon the group and watched as Alison bravely forced herself to pull away from her family one last time, taking Pandora inside the mansion and shutting the doors. Morgan began to weep for her "sister" and Hecate understood the pain. for many moons ago...she and Persephone had been this close as well. Persephone and Hecate had reconcilled and watching the exchange between Alison and her friends REMINDED HER of the importance of friends..family and relationships.]

[ Morgan called out Hecate's name...and Hecate looked upon her avatar.]


I am truly sorry, Morgan. it brings me NO JOY to see you seperated from Alison like this.

[ continuing to stand, her astral image looks a bit more ghostly than it did moments ago.]

but as Athena hinted to once earlier, the fates weave a tapestry that ALL of us are subject to. Alison could no more stop herself from meeting her destiny than Barbara could her's...or any of you YOURS.

Some of you may not be fond of me now, and that's to be expected, but I am not now, nor will i ever be your enemy and Alison is not at all LOST to you...merely removed from the area of familiarity you all enjoyed. The pain will ease with the passage of time and if this entire experience has shown you nothing else....it should show you that no amount of time or space can keep ANYONE apart for very long....just look at Demeter and Persephone, or Persephone and MYSELF.

just as your paths will cross with Minerva's one day....so too will they cross with Alison's. you know where she is...and how to reach her.

[ holding up her hand.]

and now, it is time for me to leave.

it has truly been a pleasure and a memorable experience to meet and know all of you. you've prooven just how far mortals can go...and will continue to go. Be good to Persephone, help her to find love HERE with her new family...and know , Perspehone, that you STILL lead one of the most charmed lives of ANYONE on Olympus OR Earth.

be good to EACH OTHER! fare thee well, mighty members of the six.

[ with that, Hecate fades away in a swirlinlg malestrom of dark magick. leaving the six ALONE in the dark, silent enchanted forest. where she has gone and if she will ever return is anyone's guess but in those final moments and words, she seemed far more gentle than she ever had been before...prooving that even SHE had been touched by all of this.]

 

[Black Widow]

Alycia cut in, and though she HAD a decent point, Haleigh was quick to lash out at her.

"Fuck OFF, Barnett! I wasn't SPEAKING to you.... when I SPEAK to you, you'll KNOW IT, because I'll LOOK AT YOU."

She fired back scathingly. Most of those present will remember the LAST time these two women were together, and Haleigh's biting tone made it clear that she was still a little bitter about it. A sad moment became momentarily TENSE, but the most interesting thing of all was that her reaction, however abrasive [and completely disregarding of Pandora's feelings] it was, it revealed that despite ALL that Haleigh was capable of, she still hadn't QUITE gotten the hang of letting go. Even though some of her words were in poor taste... the emotion that generated her rant was genuine and understandable, and luckily for Haleigh, Alison, Morgan, Persephone, and even ALYCIA seemed to recognized that. It was a sharp contrast to how they had been not too long ago, when many might've scolded Haleigh for the reaction, she was now, at the most necessary of times, cut a little slack. Alison spoke up, taking Haleigh by the hand, and proving to be insightful once again. Haleigh had a tight grip on her composure, but only just.

"I don't CARE if she's right, Alison... I...."

Alison gave a soft, rare smile, admitting how hard it was.... and Haleigh's protests trailed off, as her hardened soldier-of-war armor began to crack. As Alison talked of how far they'd both come, Haleigh fought to blink back tears.

"Well that's just IT, Alison! We've been through SO MUCH... together! Everyone else has come and gone.... and [in Haleigh and Morgan's case] sometimes come back again-- but you've been the ONE constant through it all... the very BACKBONE of this team... and no matter how BAD it got.... I could always count on YOU..... we ALL could! [pausing] What are going to do without you?"

She finished solemnly... and Alison made a most uncharacteristic and SURPRISING move... pulling Haleigh into a hug! And yet.... for some reason.. it just felt natural.... and Haleigh embraced her in return, shutting her eyes softly. Alison tries to reassure her... but despite her good intentions, it just doesn't do much to ease the situtation. Haleigh lets her go, falling silent as Alison bids a final farewell and goes inside. Persephone offers support, but doesn't force it, as she knows Haleigh doesn't like to be coddled, and with her back still to the rest of the six, Haleigh wipes her eyes and sniffles in the silence following Hecate's departure. She turns back to the group, rubbing her eyes with the back of her hand and conspiciously brushing it off.

"I'm fine... I'm not crying... it's the pollen..."

She said, a flimsy excuse at best, and then, 'under her breath' but strangely audible enough for everyone to hear:

"STUPID ALLERGIES!"

 

[Spellbinder]

one last look

<< Morgan feels like she's been robbed of something most precious...but Hecate's words provide a suitable beacon in a fog of pain and uncertainty.>>

goodbye, Hecate...thank you...for all youve done for me...

<< Morgan watches as the goddess of witchcraft leaves final parting words for Persephone and the team and then departs this plane of existence....leaving them to stand alone in the forest. Alison was now inside with Pandora...the team was down to five.>>

<< Morgan looked over at her mother, who had now joined the group and Alycia who was nearby as well.>>

well....i guess it's time for us to go home.

<< what had they been through? it was more than a mere caper or adventure. circe wasnt just some villain of the moment. they'd been through MORE than most people live in a whole life time and while Morgan may have gained Hecate's annointing and power, it didnt matter to her because she lost something far more precious to her...she lost her dearest friend...her sister....Alison Marble.>>

<< Morgan looks at the mansion one last time before turning away, closing her eyes. as she summons a stepping disc to teleport the team from Greece, back to America....New York City...Illustra.>>

 

[Seer]

and so it goes

<< and with that, The Six, minus the person who brought them together, leaves Greece.>>

<< reallignment occurred in many ways throughout this whole adventure. Morgan was now fimrly entrenched in her role with the dark trinity, finally blessed by Hecate herself. Alison replaced Barbara Minerva as the guardian of the world's most ancient/dangerous artifacts as well as in the protection of Pandora and her legendary box. and perhaps the most necessary reallignment of all was that of Persephone's attitude and outlook on the six, this timeline and her position therein.>>

<< Persephone's actions caused damage and reprocussions that spanned centuries and timelines and while it prooved that she was MORE than what "history" painted her out to be...it also showed just how dysfunctional her relationships with those on Olympus and earth were. The Six, went through it all with her- seeing her past sins and the dynamics between her and the olympians...and through the emotionally draining process, lessons were learned, understanding was reached and FORGIVENESS was allowed..not only among the six..but the Olympians as well. This was more than an adventure or a struggle with a villain, this was a much needed lesson in history and the future and now Persephone knew it was FINALLY okay to give this timeline and her team the same chance she gave the MoE. She would FINALLY LIVE as Darkchilde hoped that she would when she sent her here.>>

<< in the end, there were no casualties, no life changing injuries or damages....but there was one change that felt just as painfull as any hit that could be taken in battle as Alison Marble, the precog and powerfull witch who had been the catalyst for the Six coming together in the first place, now moved on to realize her true and ultimate destiny. Change is never easy...but in her last moments with her team..her family, she showed just how far she had come and how much she had changed. Now as she moves on with her life and new calling, the six must grieve and move on without their Seer. >>

<< they'll be able to do it. they have to....because time and circumstance don't stop for ANYONE and even Alison knew that.>>

<< and so we watch...>>