Chapter 11 - The End

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Poe's fist struck against the coffee table, and he shouted, "I'll never allow my sister to date you! I had already warned you!" He stepped forward, punching Ben directly against the face and winning everyone's attention.

Finn jumped, trying to reach Poe and pull him back. Starting a fight with the Ren was the last thing this place needed as Triads was still on their track. "Poe! Stop it!"

Ben didn't dodge the hit and allowed Poe's punch to hit him. "Finn, don't you dare interfere in this!" the youngest of the Ren Brothers voiced up. "This is our fight! I'll date your sister!" he uttered again and struck Poe against the face.

"Enough!" Rose suddenly cried out behind the counter, "Both of you out! This place doesn't need more fights! Out!"

Rose's words were law inside Falcon Diner. Both dropped their act and glared at each other. It was clear the fight was not over. They would have to step outside. Ben was the first who strolled outside, and Poe followed.

Poe and Ben fought that day, but then the duel was over. Poe stood up and offered his hand, helping Ben to stand up. "Treat her, right!" Poe finally said, and both walked inside the Falcon diner.

It was a fall day in the late afternoon. The area faced the breathtaking sunset. Falcon Diner was filled with Ajan Kloss Members and the Ren Brothers. In the middle of the wooden table were placed a few first aid kits, and everyone was taking care of their cuts and bruises. Rey was trying to clean Poe's wounds as Ben seemed to avoid her.

It was an ordinary day; the Resistance had fought another gang like they always did. It was, after all, part of the daily lives.

"Poe, don't move, let me finish!" Rey complained as she cleaned and bandaged his right hand, "Going into a fight. You guys?"

"Rey is worried?" Hux noted, "Not like Benny! You never listen to your brother!" he complained, like always lighting up the mood.

"Shut up!" Ben shouted at Hux and threw him the rag that he was using to clean his own injuries.

"I was not worried!" Rey lied, smiling, and pushed Poe as she crossed her arms, faking an annoyed gaze.

"You were not worried?" Poe questioned in confusion, "Then why are you mad?"

"Because you didn't include me in the fight! I thought you wanted me to be part of Ajan Kloss!" she answered, still gazing annoyed at Poe and then Ben.

"You are already part of Ajan Kloss, and you know it!" Poe defended.

"Idiot! This fight was not for your level!" Ben uttered, casting her a fast glance.

"Annoying!" Rey yelled and walked over, "No one asked you! Pervert!"

It didn't take long for Ben and Rey to start arguing and the rest to enjoy their silly fight.

"I don't believe I lost the bet!" Chewie said louder. It seemed that BB-8 and Chewie were now finalizing their bets since they had found earlier that Ben was dating Rey.

"I told you girls don't choose the strongest. Dating has nothing to do with fights!" BB-8 said, tapping his shoulder. "Now pay us!"

"But still, Hux was such a better option!" Chewie spoke loudly and looked at Rey. "I can't believe you choose to date, Ben!"

The room fell in silence suddenly. Chewie's words were loud enough to win everyone's attention.

"You placed a bet against me?" Rey narrowed her gaze against Chewie. "Are you serious?"

"Huh!?" Hux cried out and looked at Ben. "Wait! You two are dating!"

"Idiots!" Ben uttered under his breath. It seemed it was not only his brother who had that silly side, but Ajan Kloss was also filled with it. He nodded his head, causing Hux to start laughing at him.

"Sorry! We just were curious who you would date!" Chewie tried to explain to her.

"Well, Next time, remember to include me! What's wrong with you! You are going to fight and forget me! You are placing bets, and you forget me! Then you say I'm part of Ajan Kloss?" she placed her hands against her hips complaining.

"Benny, trapped! Dating ... really!?" Hux kept mocking Ben. Ben was furious at his brother as he ended up being teased again. Rey couldn't run to his rescue as she was busy complaining of not being part of the bet. The rest kept enjoying the free show for a few minutes until the silliness slowly ended.

"Idiot! Would you really bet against yourself!" Ben shouted at Rey.

"Against me!?" she puzzled. "I would bet against you! Hux has better qualities of a boyfriend!"

"Of course, I do!" Hux announced proudly.

Ben grinned. "Yet here she is going out with me!"

"Don't game with your luck; you know that can change easily!" Rey teased him as she stepped closer.

Ben placed his arms around her, and she leaned closer to him. The softness and gentle touch of his arm against her made her back tingle. They sat on the seat without speaking because, in their own way, they were already communicating.

A year later, the Resistance had won.

The casino plan was officially over. The part of the Ajan Kloss was also slowly starting to work again. The owners received their leases back. The shops that were destroyed were slowly trying to rebuild, and the rest were working again. Ajan Kloss made it through.

The Resistance had finally found its balance. The foe was defeated once more. Everyone could go back to their lives while having on their side friends that they could trust. Now the Resistance could not be brought down easily. As they supported each other, trust was established. The new era seemed more promising.

Poe and Rey slowly regained the sister and brother's relationship. Ben and her dated now officially with Hux and Poe agreeing.

THE END

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