ok so yeah this is such a silly fic idea, don't blame me the inspiration came to me from a friend.

Don't you just love how you can have the weirdest conversations with friends?

"hey so if I needed help to win a bet would you help me?" (My friend)

"depends what do I have to do?"(Me)

"ok so if I asked you to be my fake fiancée to trick someone for money what would you say?" (My friend)

...so yeah I said sure why not were friends right. then the thought occurred to me this might make a decent fic idea. so since Maya and Phoenix are my like OTP I thought this would be fun. but them my friend told me wouldn't it be cool if he actually started to fall for her. and that's the story of how this was born.

so without further ado chapter one of The Bet.

Chapter 1: How It Started

It was early Monday morning, 3:00 to be exact, in the city of LA. While many residents could be found at home curled up in bed; this was sadly not the case for two.

Local defense attorney Phoenix Wright tapped his foot nervously as he sat and waited. He was currently at the local airport waiting for what was soon to become his biggest downfall.

Due to his very nervous state he was unable to stop himself from jumping slightly as something hit his shoulder. A sigh of relief escaped his lips as he took notice of the raven headed woman who had fallen asleep against him.

Maya Fey, his assistant and best friend, had fallen victim to what had sadly been eluding him. A small smile found its way onto his face as he listened to her soft snoring.

After a few minutes, Phoenix had decided to make her more comfortable. Careful not to awaken the 22 year old; he gently shifted her body so that she was now lying comfortably across the airport couch. Her head laid comfortably on his lap as she resumed her peaceful slumber; a serene smile gracing her lips. A pang of guilt suddenly hit Phoenix as he recalled awakening her earlier this morning, exactly one in the morning to be precise. He could blame Maya for falling asleep. She had managed to stay awake for two hours comforting him as he waited. He was grateful she decided to come with him; as she could have easily stayed home.

Phoenix took the time to take full notice of the small silver diamond ring that adorned her left hand. "I'll have to remember to thank Larry for that." He whispered to himself.

Sitting quietly as he waited he took the moment to recall the events of last week and the cause of his current predicament.

It had all started last Thursday night. Phoenix happened to be in his office finishing some last minute paper work before he was to call it a day and head home. His plucky assistant was currently in Kurain finishing some last minute business. It had been three years since the Hazakura incident. Due to the fact that Misty Fey had sacrificed her life for her daughter's; the title of Kurain Master was passed onto Maya.

After finishing the last bit of paperwork left on his desk, Phoenix was preparing to head home and relax. This was sadly not to happen as he received a phone call on his cell that would change things.

"Hello Phoenix Wright speaking."

He was greeted with a slight giggle and a "Gosh Nicky I guess Derek was right huh? All business and no play."

Phoenix promptly spat out the sip of water he had taken. Once he had fully recovered he practically screamed into the phone. "ALYSSA!"

The person on the other end winced slightly before responding "Ok first ooowwww. Second you didn't need to scream my name; I know what it is Nicky. You sound so surprised to hear from me. Why?"

He chuckle slightly before promptly apologizing and asking the reason for her call. At the moment he hadn't know that this simple call was going to change his life.

It was Friday, and on this day Larry, Edgeworth, and Phoenix could all be found at a local bar in the city to have a "Guys Night Out", as Larry had officially dubbed. But unlike the other Fridays this one was different. Phoenix had a hard time trying to enjoy himself due to the recent phone call he received the other day.

"Hey guys I need your help." Phoenix said tiredly to the two men across from him.

"What seems to be the problem Wright?" a 29 year old Miles Edgeworth asked with concern.

"Yeah Nick what's up buddy?" 28 year old Larry Butz asked with the same tone.

"Do you guys remember Derek and Alyssa?" Phoenix had asked the two taking a small sip of his drink.

Larry was the first to answer, "Your little brother and sister? Yeah. Why did something happen?"

Contrary to what many believed; Phoenix Wright was not an only child, but the oldest of three. Only his two childhood friends knew this fact about him. All others believed him to have no siblings.

Phoenix chuckled to himself slightly "Nah. But they're coming for a visit."

"What's the reason for the visit Wright?" Edgeworth asked curiously taking a sip of his wine.

This time he let out a loud laugh leaving his two friends confused.

Once he had calmed he shook his head slightly and said only two words. It were those two words that froze both men and left them looking at him in disbelief. "The Bet." He said sadly.

With a look of pure disbelief and a tone to match Larry asked "As in 'The Bet'?" to which Phoenix nodded sadly to.

Now between the three friends 'The Bet' was known.

When Phoenix was 16 he had made a bet with his 14 year old brother, Derek. A bet which stated that by the time Phoenix or Derek had turned thirty they would have had to have married or have a fiancée at the time. If either failed to do so they were entitled to give the other five thousand dollars. Although Edgeworth was long gone by the time it was made Larry had brought it up during their last get together.

"Guys I'm screwed! I don't want to give him five grand. Do you know how long it takes me to make five grand?" Phoenix proclaimed frantically.

"Wright I don't see why you need to worry?" Edgeworth commented.

"Easy for you to say Mr. High and Fancy Living." He responded back.

Before the two could start again Larry interrupted, "Nick, Edgey is right. You don't need to worry. The answer is simple." Phoenix stared at his friend skeptically before asking what said answer was.

"It's simple Nick. Fake it! Get someone to become your fake fiancée. Then that money is yours." Larry said with a stupid grin.

He sat in silence to contemplate the pros and cons of doing such a thing; it seemed like a somewhat good idea until a thought occurred to him.

"Larry as stupidly smart as that idea sounds I have one problem. Who am I going to get to do it?" Phoenix questioned.

"Oh yeah." Larry said sadly.

Taking a deep breath Phoenix put his head in his hands as a sign of defeat. All hope seemed to be lost for him that is until Larry spoke once more.

"Oh I know! Get Maya to do it!" Larry said.

Both Phoenix and Edgeworth, who had promptly spat out their drinks, looked at Larry skeptically.

"Larry that's the most stupidest idea you have come up with all day."Edgeworth said.

"Larry why in the world would you say that? Maya is my best friend I can't ask her to do that." Phoenix proclaimed.

"You guys haven't even heard me out! Shouldn't you two listen to my explanation before you shut it down?" Larry sniffled clearly saddened by his friends being un supportive.

Phoenix who started to feel bad for Larry decided to hear him out.

"Ok I'm sorry. So tell me why Maya should be my fiancée?" he questioned.

"Wright why are you giving him the time of day?" Edgeworth asked puzzled.

He merely shrugged his shoulder only stating. "Who knows maybe he'll say something smart for a change; besides its clear to see I'm desperate."

Edgeworth only shook his head knowing this wasn't going to end well.

Both men, still skeptic, sat and listened to Larry intensely. By now he had started to explain as to why Phoenix's assistant was the perfect candidate.

"She's the closest thing to a potential 'fiancée' you can get Buddy. You've both known each other for like what six years now. Your closer to her than anyone else I know, including your two best buddies here. Maya is gorgeous, after three years she's not a little girl anymore she's a woman and I should know; she has a great p-"

"Objection!" Phoenix shouted, "Larry I can clearly see where you're going with this so you ca-"

"You didn't even let me finish Nick. I was going to say she has a great personality." Larry protested before continuing, "You two live together, she moved in a month after that court thing right? She has a job as your assistant and Master of Kurain, so that should score you some points. You both take care of little Pearl like she was a daughter that shows you two work well together. Right Edgey?"

"No comment." He said flatly clearly not wanting to get involved.

Larry pouted before continuing once more, "Anyways… where was I? oh yeah you two rarely fight. Nick everyone already thinks you two are a thing so why not just expand on the idea. If you can get her to say yes then we can get everyone else to play along. I'm telling you if you have her by your side you're in the clear."

The silence that followed was slightly nerve-racking all though Larry didn't seem to care. He was quite happy with his explanation and knew that both Nick and Edgey would agree with him.

Both Phoenix and Edgeworth couldn't help but believe that the bartender put some sort of pill in Larry's drink to make him say something slightly smart.

"Wright, I can't believe I'm saying this but Larry has a valid point. If you ask Ms. Fey to help you to deceive your siblings then like Larry said you're 'in the clear'. Both you and Ms. Fey have known one another for quite some time and have developed some sort of close bond. I believe Larry is correct when he states that you two work well together; it clears shows with young Pearl. I'm not quite sure why Ms. Fey's job should be relevant; although it could show that she is able to take responsibility of a village and still managed to assist you in court. I have rarely ever witness the two of you fight perhaps that is why many of us believe you two to be a couple. Larry is absolutely correct when saying that Ms. Fey has grown and matured into a beautiful woman; both on the inside and out. She has turned into quite the looker; possessing both beauty and grace. It would prove to be a very wise decision if you were to have her assist you." Edgeworth had acknowledged.

It was quiet as Phoenix sat and contemplated what the two had suggested. Most of what the two had said was true and if he was successful in getting Maya's help he was sure to win 'The Bet'.

A smile had by now made its way onto Phoenix's face as he let what Larry and Edgeworth had just said sink in. "Wow Larry that has to be the smartest thing you've said all year." he declared receiving a cheer from Larry and a shake of the head from Edgeworth. "I'll ask her when she comes home and if all goes well five grand here I come!"

Thankfully Maya was to come back home the following day giving Phoenix the perfect opportunity to ask her. He was grateful that she had agreed to help him in the end but it didn't go exactly as he had planned.

Phoenix had just exited the courthouse a smile on his face. He had thankfully gotten his client a not guilty after proving that his father had committed the murder and framed him.

He took a moment to check the time on his phone; only being able to see that he had received a new text.

From: Maya

Hey I'm home. Did you miss me? Lol… Nick the apartment is a mess! What did you do have a party while I was gone? Also saw ur note hope you win. Let me know when you're coming home k ; )

Received:

Sat, March 10 10:30 am

He chuckled slightly knowing he was in for it when he arrived home.

Feeling no need to let Maya know he was coming home he headed straight back to the apartment. Although wishing later he would have.

"Oh great where are my keys?" he asked himself once he reached home.

Once he had located them he opened the door and walked in. Taking of his suit jacket and tie he took notice of the small velvet box that fell out.

"What's this? Oh right the ring! God I can't believe I'm doing this!" he said to himself before walking straight to Maya's room to ask.

Larry had given him a small silver diamond ring to seal the deal, where he got it Phoenix didn't know and he wasn't going to ask.

As he got closer he noticed that the radio in the bathroom was on and promptly shut it off; not taking into account that the mirror was fogged up or that the floor was slightly wet.

Without even knocking on her door once he had reached it he walked right in. "Maya I have something important to as-"he never got to finish that sentence due to the fact he was interrupted with a scream. Next thing Phoenix knew he was kicked and locked out of her room.

Running back to the couch he covered his face in embarrassment. After a few minutes he heard the door unlocked and soft footsteps.

"You know there's this new thing called knocking you should try it sometime Nick." An angered Maya said to him. Taking his head out of his hands he looked at a now fully clothed Maya, giving her a sheepish grin and a weak "Sorry."

He had accidently walked in on her wearing thankfully only a towel.

Maya only rolled her eyes telling him he was forgiven and headed off to the kitchen to grab a soda.

"So what was so important that you need to bust into my room and ask?" she asked once she returned taking a sip of her soda; plopping herself on the couch next to him in the process.

She clearly didn't expect what he said next.

"Yeah listen this might sound weird but I need you to be my fiancée." He told her casually ignoring the fact she had now stained the carpet by dropping her soda.

After explaining the situation and the need for her, he was actually quite surprised she said yes. Although it was probably out of pity, he had even gone as far as to get on his knee and beg her.

Thank god Pearl wasn't in the room; she would have most likely exploded with joy.

Phoenix's train of thought was broken by the airport intercom. "Flight 102 from Chicago to Los Angeles has arrived."

Sighing deeply he shook Maya gently saying "Maya wake up they're here."

...ok so I actually have some really cool ideas for this fic but I don't see the point in doing it if no one reads. so be nice and leave me a review and if you have any questions don't be afraid to ask I will gladly answer them.