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(A/N For those who are still here, I know I'm really late. So first off, a hundred apologies. I know some might not believe me, but I have been working on this since March. It's just with school, exams prep, and a bunch of other stuff, this had to take a back seat. Since I have been working on this on and off, some scenes may seem a bit... disconnected? Anyways, the good news is chapter 10 is quite long to make up for the 3 month long hiatus. I realize this won't make up for two missing chapters but I'm trying and I don't want to lower the quality of these anymore than I already do. Anyhow, here is the fluff filled chapter 10, watch out for that grammar. Oh yeah, minor cuss warning)

Chapter 10: An Outing For Two Part 2

Normal POV

What soon ensued was a war of shoe stomping under the table. The strange part was that the participants seemed totally indifferent to the fact as they ate their food.

"Should we stop them," suggested Suburu picking up a stack of dirty dishes.

"No, let them have fun. Although, I can never figure out what they classify as a date…" muttered Erika glancing over at the couple, which had a demonic aura surrounding one of them.

As the pair left the establishment, the tense air of compassion didn't fade.

"Where are they going next?" asked Erika watching Misaki and Takumi leave the building.

This caused Honoka to scratch her chin in thought, "I think Misaki said something about an amusement park…".

Misaki POV

"Argh… That stupid alien is driving me crazy. Walking at an almost inhuman speed, I looked ahead and saw the amusement park. Although I admittedly lost our little shoe stomping game at Maid-Latte, knowing I would beat Takumi at something today put a small smile on my face. With the entrance of the amusement park less than a few meters away, I glanced behind me. Slowing my pace, I took a full 360 degree turn and surveyed the path I just came from. Besides the stunned bystanders, there was no Takumi in sight… Did he get lost again? Pulling out my phone I dialled in Takumi's number.

"Misa-Chan~," came the voice from the other.

"Where are you?" I asked, quite annoyed this was the second time I was asking this question

"Right here with you" whispered a certain someone into my ear

"How…" I muttered as I turned around to see a smirking Takumi.

"I told you wouldn't even notice I was gone,"

How?! I never saw him pass by me. As I tried to comprehend how Takumi arrived first, he simply pointed to the bus drop off site.

"Misa-Chan, it's not good to leave your boyfriend, this is supposed to be a date," fake pouted Takumi as he took my hand in his.

"W-well it's not my fault. If you didn't kiss me in front Erika this wouldn't have happened..." I retorted as we walked hand in hand to the front gate of the amusement park.

"Isn't it normal to kiss your girlfriend? This is my last chance before I leave," he replied, causing me to turn red.

"Besides, I feel like I've been neglected today..."

"Huh?"

"Today was supposed to be a day for just the two of us. So far we have only watched a movie and ate lunch together" he elaborated when a hint of jealousy.

He was right... Today was supposed to be just for the two of us before Takumi left for Britain, a day to relax and forget about our troubles. I guess I have been a bit overly tense. "Sorry, I couldn't just leave Yukari there and I didn't mean to rush ahead of you..." I murmured feeling a bit guilty.

"I know you didn't," he smiled kissing me on the cheek.

Letting out a sigh, the two of us entered the amusement park.

Normal POV

"Wow, it crowded..." muttered Misaki as family and others walked passed the couple.

"Well, it is the weekend Misa-Chan," replied Takumi releasing his hold on Misaki to look at the park map.

"What are we going to do?" she asked looking over Takumi's shoulder to get a look at the layout of the park.

"What do you want to do?" he replied.

"Rollercoaster! I loved them as a kid!" she answered with a bright smile spreading across her face as Misaki thought about those fond memories.

In response, Takumi turned around to pull Misaki into an embrace, muffling what he was going to say next. "I don't think so Misa-Chan. She likely wouldn't like that," he whispered, placing a hand on her stomach.

Misaki immediately tensed up and went bright red. "H-how would you know the g-gender?" sputtered Misaki as she pulled out of Takumi's arms.

"Fathers intuition," he winked, as his girlfriend just gave him an exasperated look.

"You probably just want a mini me..." chastised Misaki lightly elbowing Takumi out of embarrassment.

"Guilty as charged," he chuckled before they both turned their attention back to the map.

"But what can we do here... I guess we should have given the tickets to Sakura and Hanazono-San back at the mall," sighed Misaki.

"Don't be so hasty Misa-Chan, there are a lot of things to experience here"

"Like?"

"Let's find out" smiled Takumi as he grabbed Misaki's arm, disappearing into the crowd.

"No way Takumi," stated Misaki as the couple stood outside the parks very own haunted house.

"I'm not going in there. Fake as those props may be, I'm not going" she repeated crossing her arms as another couple just walked passed by them.

"Are you scared?" teased Takuki.

"Yes! I mean no! Argh... Could we just do something else?" asked Misaki as she did a half turn.

"It will be fine, I won't leave you for a second," smiled Takumi grabbing her wrist, stopping Misaki in her tracks.

Misaki turned around to give Takumi a half-hearted glare, however, the look in his emerald orbs made her stop. In that moment, there was this look in his eyes. One Misaki was quite familiar with over the past week. There was the usual smugness present, but when she looked deeper, it was if he was asking for Misaki's to believe in him. It was if he was asking for her trust no matter what happens. It was the same look Takumi gave her during their confession, their reunion, yesterday night… Takumi strengthened his grip as if he knew what was going on in Misaki's thoughts.

"...Fine..." muttered Misaki, "You better not pull anything funny in there"

"Of course, you believe in me don't you," replied Takumi givings his iconic heart warming smile.

Misaki smiled in return as the couple walked inside the attraction. Misaki knew she would be scared out of her mind, but with Takumi, she could face her fears. No matter what they were. Whether it be ghosts, his family, or their future together… Misaki could always trust in Takumi and he could always count on her.

Misaki POV

"Who in the world thought it was a good idea to use those creepy sounds!" I grumbled to Takumi, but when I heard no response, I froze.

"T-takumi?" I sputtered wandering in the dimly lit room.

Just like that time in the hotel, my legs remained rooted to the ground, unmoving. Takumi and I already moved through several rooms of the haunted house, but this was becoming too much. It was pitch black, and as much as I hated to admit it, I was scared. I knew everything was fake. But it was getting harder to repeat that mantra to myself with each passing moment of realistic ghost sounds and eerie BGM.

"I'm here Misa-Chan, don't move to fast now," replied my boyfriend as he placed a reassuring hand on my shivering shoulders.

"Why did I agree to this again?" I asked myself as I firmly gripped Takumi's other hand.

"Because your loving boyfriend asked you to?"

"And I should've suggested we do something else!"

"Ne Misaki, if you really can't do this anymore, we can go back," said Takumi in a serious voice.

"I…" I started but I didn't know what to say.

I was scared, yes. However, I made it this far and I didn't want to turn back. If I did, I would have to accept the fact that my fear of ghost got the better of me again…

I would have to accept the fact I was scared to face my fears…

But if I couldn't face ghosts with Takumi by my side, how would I face our future problems? I don't want to be afraid anymore… I tightened my grip on his hand. I didn't need to look at him to know what he was thinking in that moment, "It's too much for her…" or "I took it to far…". But I didn't want that, I don't want him to keep protecting me from my fears, I don't need him to shelter me from all his problems.

I remember the day when we disused the transfer. I wanted to help him, but I couldn't. In that moment I felt trust and happiness for Takumi, but I also felt helplessness. I wanted to help him just as much as he supports me, and if I can't even face my own fears, then how can I help him face his?

Taking a deep breath to calm me down, I took one solemn step forward. "No… Let's keep going," I said with a slightly shaky voice.

But before I could move further, I felt the resistance in his arm. "Misaki… You don't have to force yourself…" he said embracing me from behind.

"I'm not… I don't want to run away. I want to help you and if I can't face some stupid fake ghosts, how can I help you face yours?" I asked placing a hand on his arms.

"You don't…" he started but I cut him off.

"But I want to… You've done so much for me and I want to do something for you! It your birthday and you're taking me on a date…" I stated, pulling out of his grasp to face him.

"It's not just a date for you, but for me as well. This already is the best birthday gift I could ask for. A day of just you and me, nothing else" he said as I made out a small smile in the dark room.

"Wha…" I sputtered, face turning red at the sudden comment.

"I'll let Misa-Chan in a little secret. What I'm afraid of is that Gerald will take me away from you. That I'll never get to see you or our baby again. That I will never get to see my family again…" he whispered into my ear. "…But my biggest fear of all is letting you or the baby get hurt because of me…"

I blushed at his sudden confection. "Why are you telling me this…" I whispered back.

"Because it's sometimes okay to be afraid, to let some you trust hold everything dear to you. We are all afraid of something, nobody is perfect Misa-Chan,"

"Thank you, Takumi…" I said shuffling my feet slightly.

"Then my lesson got though my Misa-Chan suborn exterior,"

"Hey, I'm not stubborn," I shot back defensively.

"But that's just a part of who you are, just like your fear of ghosts, and I love you for all of it," he smiled peaking me on the lips.

"Alright, fine… let's go back…" mumbled in defeat turning toward the direction we just came from.

But before I left Takumi's personal space, he lifted me up, bridal style. "Hey what's the big deal!"

"It's quite a long walk back to the entrance," he explained.

"I can walk perfectly fine!"

"Really? Before I found you it looked like your legs were shaking," he said going into his teasing mode.

"Well…"

"Besides, no one can see us so I don't see the problem," he said and that was all it took for my face to turn scarlet.

I couldn't really counter that and as much as I hated to admit it, Takumi's arms did make me feel secure.

"Shut up, let's just get out of this place," I mumbled burying my head into the crook of Takumi's neck out of embarrassment.

"Your wish is my command, princess Misa-Chan," he smiled as we made our way out of the house of fear.

Normal POV

Before exiting the haunted house, Takumi released Misaki, much to the formers disappointment. "Misa-Chan…" drawled Takumi giving a pouting face as the two searched for another activity they both would enjoy.

"Stop it Takumi" sighed Misaki but despite her tone of voice a small smile formed across her face.

Letting out a sigh himself, Takumi interlaced his hand with Misaki's. She opened her mouth slightly but closed it soon after. Misaki had come to accept his small gestures of affection, especially when Takumi backed down from all the teasing.

"Hey Takumi look! Cotton candy!" exclaimed Misaki as the couple moved through the crowd.

"You want some?" asked Takumi while Misaki gave him and affirmative nod.

Takumi wanted to say something, seeing as she just had a full meal at Maid-Latte. However, after what transpired in the haunted house, Takumi was slightly more inclined to give into her request. Not that he was going to deny his pregnant girlfriend anything in the first place.

"Yes, yes Misa-Chan…" smiled Takumi as Misaki dragged him closer to the stand.

As the two arrived at the cotton candy stand, the employee gave a welcoming smile to the couple. "Which one do you want?" asked Takumi looking at the board, list every flavour under the sun.

After examining her options, Misaki pointed to the strawberry flavour. "Strawberry, nothing wrong with the classics"

"Quite true Misaki," smiled Takumi before turning his attention to the employee. "One jumbo strawberry cotton candy"

"Coming right up sir!" confirmed the boy as he got to work.

"Why did you only get one? Don't you want one too?" questioned Misaki.

"Don't worry Misa-Chan, you find out soon enough" teased Takumi as his girlfriend gave him an incredulous look.

"Here you go sir!" smiled the employee returning with a fluffy treat nearly as big as his head.

As Misaki took the treat with both hands, Takumi exchanged the money. Leaving the cotton candy stand behind, Misaki tried figuring out how she would eat the damn thing. It was just so big!

"Takumi why did you get a jumbo? I could never finish this on my own!" grumbled Misaki.

"Who said you were eating it alone?" retorted Takumi giving a small smile.

"Huh?"

"We're sharing" he stated taking a piece of cotton candy before sticking it into his mouth.

"Then how am I supposed to eat it? My hands are a bit full at the moment…" muttered Misaki looking at the massive treat.

"Ne, Misaki, open you mouth wide" said Takumi taking another piece of cotton candy.

"Wha-" she started, but before Misaki could finish her sentence, Takumi plopped the fluffy delight into her mouth.

"It's been a while since I got to feed Misa-Chan myself…" smiled Takumi, much to the disdain of the brunette.

"Pervert…" muttered Misaki savouring the taste of the strawberry flavoured cotton candy.

"But it's good isn't it?" asked Takumi as he wiped the excess cotton candy on Misaki's cheek before putting it into his mouth.

"I guess it is…" she replied, face red.

Unfortunately for the couple, they were too preoccupied with each other, missing the shadowy figure watching them.

"Ohh look, they have a bunch of carnival games setup…" pointed out Takumi as the two walked around the amusement park looking for pregnant safe entertainment.

"Lets go check it out" suggested Misaki finishing the last of the jumbo sized cotton candy.

Walking through the row of stands, the two stopped at a basketball throwing one. "This looks easy…" muttered Misaki. "Maybe I could get a prize for Suzuna or mom…"

"I don't think it will be that easy Misaki" said Takumi.

"Really now? Don't tell me you can't do it" asked Misaki, feeling good letting Takumi get a taste of his own medicine for once.

"No…" Takumi replied nonchalantly.

"Then are you saying I can't do it?" questioned Misaki with a hint of annoyance tightening her grip on Takumi's hand.

"Well…" started the blond, but his girlfriend cut him off.

"Fine, just watch me then…" growled Misaki releasing Takumi's hand before stepping up to the stand.

"How may I help you miss?" asked the girl manning the stand.

"One round" demanded Misaki, slamming her money and the wooden stand, while radiating demon aura.

"Y-ye-yes m-miss," stuttered the poor girl. "E-each person ge-gets eight b-balls to shoot into the h-hoop."

Not even looking back, Misaki walked up to the shooting area and picked up the first ball. She was going to make Takumi Usui eat his words…

"Why can't I get any in…" grumbled Misaki watching the sixth ball miss by a hair.

This was completely baffling to her. During gym class Misaki has never missed a shot, so she didn't understand what was happening now. Was it because of what Takumi said? Was it because he said she did have the ability to do this that was throwing her off. Probably she convinced herself, gripping her seventh ball.

Taking a deep breath, she closed her eyes, and cleared her thoughts before going through the practiced motions. Opening as she released, Misaki watched the seventh basketball miss by the slightest amount. Gritting her teeth she picked up the eighth ball. Just as she was about to shoot, a pair of hands came to support hers from behind.

"What are you doing Takumi?" she asked feeling the heat crawling up her cheeks, her previous irritation gone.

"Shh… You're aiming a little too low," instructed Takumi, moving her hands slightly higher. "Now shoot…"

Although she felt a little flustered, her performance was much better than the last seven times. As the ball left her hand, it hit the rim, rolling around a bit before going in. "It actually went in…" gasped Misaki.

Pulling out Takumi's arms, she turned around to face him. "The hoop was raised slightly higher than what you would be normally used to. It also seems a little farther back too" explained Takumi looking over her shoulder at the net.

"What?" gawked Misaki.

"If it was an actual basketball net, you would have gotten all of them in Misa-Chan~…" teased Takumi.

"So I was tricked?" her initial surprise turning into anger.

"No use complaining about it now" said Takumi stopping Misaki before she could traumatize whoever was currently at the stand. "Why don't we head to the food court, it's almost dinner"

"…Alright…" muttered Misaki taking Takumi's hand.

As the couple headed towards the food stands, Takumi glanced over his shoulder for a moment. "What's wrong Takumi?" asked Misaki turning her head in the same direction.

"It's nothing Misaki. I just thought I saw someone following us" said her boyfriend in a serious voice.

"Don't tell me your family got someone to spy on you again!"

"No, it probably just my imagination. Besides if anyone tries to harm you I'll be there" smiled Takumi.

"Baka Usui… I don't need protection. I can keep myself safe" blushed Misaki at the sudden proclamation of protection.

"Then I'll protect our beautiful baby Misa-Chan…" whispered Takumi into her ear, causing Misaki to turn a darker shade of red.

Deciding arguing would be a waste of time, Misaki just kept on walking. Smiling at his success, Takumi took one last wary glance at where he felt the glare behind him. No one was going to touch his Misaki, he would make sure of it.

Misaki POV

I didn't know why Takumi was so on edge, but I could protect myself. I don't understand why Takumi can't get the fact he doesn't need to do everything himself through his stubborn head. I may be pregnant but I'm not unless.

Reaching where the food stands were located, Takumi and I surveyed our options. However, the further in we got, the more my stomach began to disagree. Everything smelled so disgusting, it felt like I was going to throw up any second. Not wanting to ruin our date, I tried to hold it in. Unfortunately, it was getting a bit much for me. "Takumi…" I said in a strained voice.

After one glance, he could immediately tell what was wrong with me. To make me more comfortable, he began leading us away from the stalls. "Are you okay Misaki?" he asked in a serious voice.

"…I'm fine… But I don't think I can go back there" said Misaki taking a seat on a nearby bench.

Nodding in understanding, Takumi gave me a look. As if he didn't want to leave me alone for a second. Convincing him I wouldn't leave this spot, Takumi reluctantly left to go get us some food.

Letting out a sigh, I looked up at the sky. The sun would be setting soon. Not wanting to waste the time away, I tried being productive by checking if I got any emails from mom or Suzuna. Suddenly, I felt a pair of eyes watch me from a distance. It was if I could feel their predatory aura right on top of me. Whipping my head around, I stared intently at the corner of a stand where I felt their presence. The moment I did so, the aura faded away without a trace. Seconds later, Takumi came back with several paper bags. "Anything wrong? You seem tense?" inquired Takumi.

"Its nothing…" I replied dismissing what just happened.

"Are you sure?" he asked again.

"Yes I am" I said with a hint of irritation.

Taking a seat beside me, Takumi handed me a carton of takoyaki. Thanking Takumi for the meal, I stuck one of the octopus balls into my mouth before immediately spitting it out. "It tastes disgusting Takumi… How can you eat it?" I asked watching him casually chew the food.

"It's one of the side effects of pregnancy" explained Takumi.

"I know…" I sighed, being all too familiar with this one in particular. "I just miss being able to eat like a normal person"

"But you do eat like a normal person"

"You know what I mean… I miss eating sushi, red bean buns, takoyaki. It all just taste wrong" I sighed prodding the remaining takoyaki in the container.

"And I'm here to help you through it." said Takumi placing a hand on top of mine.

"Your going to be a great father you know that…"

"I intend to be Misa-Chan. I want to make sure you and our family can live without any worries. To watch our children grow up without ever needing to see poverty or the restrictions of high class society" he smiled.

"Stop that" I blushed.

"What Misa-Chan?" teased Takumi noticing me reaction.

"Being so sweet, it feels weird" I muttered.

"I can't help it when I'm around you…" he whispered into my ear causing me to jump a little.

"I'm going to go to the washroom for a bit" I quickly said, feeling a bit wheezy.

"More morning sickness? Do you need me to come with you?" Takumi asked.

"No just need to go to the washroom. I'll be fine…" I assured him getting up from the bench.

As I made my way to the washrooms, I felt a firm hand grab my wrist. "Takumi I'm fine…" I uttered already feeling nauseous.

However, the voice that replied wasn't Takumi's…

"Quite the catch huh… Why don't you ditch that guy and spend some time with me" smirked a deep male voice.

Widening my eyes, I finally pulled myself together, realizing what was going on. It tried pulling out of his grasp, but I felt way too disoriented to even try. "Let me go. I already have a boyfriend!" I growled.

"Yeah… That's why you ditched him" smirked the man giving me a predatory smile.

In that moment, I had never felt so disgusted. Even those sick boys who hid those magazines didn't give off this kind of aura. "I'm just going to the washroom" I answered as calmly as I could. "Now let go of me"

"Aw come on don't be like that, let's have some fun together. I'll make you feel really good" he said, continuing to give me that sick smile.

As he tried pulling me in closer, I kicked him in the shin with all the strength I had. Unfortunately, I haven't been in top form for the last month or so. Instead of breaking a bone, only a simple bruise was left on the man's leg.

"Agh… You bitch!" growled the man tightening his grasp on my wrist.

I winced at the slight pain. "Why don't you just forget about that blond and come with me!" he demanded in a more forceful tone.

Forget about Takumi? He this guy serious… Takumi would never treat me this way, force himself upon me. "No!" I screamed, but at this point it came out as more of a whimper as my recent meal traveled back up.

Using all my willpower, I urged myself not to vomit now of all times. I wasn't going to let this predator to get the better of me. "Takumi would never try and treat me this way. You're just disgusting" I spat, my tone laced with copious amount of disdain.

"Then let me show you how to feel good…" he said letting another smile crawl across his face.

Taking slow steps towards me. I wanted to run, but it was taking all I had not to drop on the floor, regurgitating my meal all over the floor. Taking a few shaky steps backwards, I tripped over my own feet. Letting my instincts take over, I instinctively clenched my stomach to protect the baby. Thankfully, I landed on my bottom and the dirt pathway was soft enough to cushion my fall. However, this mistake costed me a few precious seconds, as the predator was now almost on top of me. "Get away from me you sicko…!" I growled, clenching my stomach slightly tighter.

"Don't worry, I'll make sure you enjoy our time together," he smiled.

As he tried to get on top of me, I kicked and clawed away at him. But at this point, my strength had been completely sapped. I felt so powerless right now. I said I would protect myself, but now I couldn't even protect my own baby. "I love you, Takumi…" I whispered as the sicko's face inched closer to my own.

Before he could do anything, I loud crack was heard. However, at this point, I was so disoriented, I couldn't even process what was happening. Closing me eyes preparing for the worse, a set of familiar arms soon wrapped around my person, picking me up bridal style. These hands weren't as cold or restricting like the man before. They were soft, tender, Takumi's… "Takumi?" I asked in an almost pleading voice.

Opening my eyes, I saw his emerald orbs staring into mine. After making sure the only injury I sustained was the one on my wrist, he gave me as soft kiss. I didn't try to deny him it. He was scared and so was I… I was about to lose the baby and I was completely helpless.

"I love you too…" said Takumi, breathless as we pulled away.

This was the third time he saved me from such a fate. It was almost ironic how many times it has happened now. "Takumi… I… He…" I whispered almost tearing up.

"It's okay, I'm here for you…" he said softly as the tears spilled out of me.

"This is so unlike me… I should have been able to take care of myself… and her" I mumbled cursing my lack of strength, placing a hand on my stomach.

"Shh… It's okay. Thats what I'm here for. All you have to do is eat properly… and tell me if something is wrong" he said, saying the last part in a serious tone.

"Takumi, I…"

"Please Misaki," he said once more.

Looking into his eyes, I could tell he was scared. More so than I was. "Okay…" I mumbled looking away, blushing a little.

"Good," he replied wiping away some of my tears.

"We should get going… I already called security" Takumi uttered as both of us took a sideways glance at the man, now with a black eye and several missing teeth.

"Yeah…" I agreed.

Just looking at that man gave me the shivers. Noticing my unease, Takumi just gave me another peck. "Misaki,"

"Yes?"

"I'll always be there for you. Until death do we part…" he said, saying the last part in a teasing tone.

"Save that for the real wedding…" I muttered.

"So you do plan on saying 'yes' when I propose?" he teased, as I turned red realizing my mistake.

"Shut up, you perverted alien…"

"Only your perverted alien" smiled Takumi as he helped me to the women's restroom.

Takumi POV

Saying that was quite the experience is an understatement. After Misaki left, I had nothing to do but dispose of the food. When I returned, I expected Misaki to be sitting there. But she wasn't…

Not taking any chances, and I'm glad I didn't, I looked for her. I could tell, Misaki was lying when she told me she just need to go to the washroom. But sometimes it seemed like she didn't want me to help her with it. I usually let her do what she wants… But after this?

I know I can be overbearing sometimes, and Misaki doesn't like it, but it's for her own good. I won't be here to protect her for the next few days. I thought everything would turn out okay… But when I saw that man, and what he was about to do to my Misaki. Pure rage flooded through me.

No, rage wasn't a good enough word. Simply put, there was no word that could describe the fury inside me at that moment.

I was scared. Not just for Misaki but for the baby too. If some random degenerate could get so close what would the Walker's do? I can't leave her alone…

Subconsciously, I tightened my grip on Misaki as we walked hand in hand back to where all the rides were. "Takumi, stop it" sighed Misaki. "I'm fine now…"

Looking at her, I couldn't deny it. She was a strong woman, that why I love her. But sometimes I wished she would just except help. As time passed, more and more reasons kept popping up to tell her family. "I know…" I replied giving her a small smile.

"It's getting dark. Maybe we should go home…" suggested Misaki.

"Mhm… But there is a fireworks display happening soon" I said pulling out a pamphlet from my back pocket.

"Where do you pull those things out of?" asked Misaki raising an eyebrow.

"I'm just your perverted alien" I teased pushing my worries to the back of my mind.

There will be time to worry about the Walker's later. Tonight was just for me and Misaki… I smiled at that thought, and pecked Misaki for no apparent reason.

"Stop it. We're in public!" hissed Misaki, the darkness hiding her blush.

"I can't help myself. You're just too cute" I smiled loosening my grip slightly.

I still didn't feel comfortable letting her out of my sight just yet tonight.

"Baka Usui…" grumbled Misaki, before her expression to a 360 degree turn.

Taking my eyes off my girlfriend to see what she was looking at, I noticed the bright glowing lights of the ferris wheel.

"They turned on the lights! It's so bright" beamed Misaki pointing at the attraction with her free hand.

"Not as bright as you are" I remarked standing closer to her.

"Come on, let's go" sighed Misaki nudging me away with a blush on her face.

As the two of us walked up to the ferris wheel, we stepped into one of the carriages. Taking a seat on one of the two benches, Misaki joined me, sitting on the opposite side. This brought back memories… Our second time on a ferris wheel together, and the first as a couple.

I gently reached into my pocket and fiddled around with my gift, waiting for the perfect opportunity to present it. Fortunately, this gesture went unnoticed by Misaki who stared out the ferris wheel in awe. "You know I didn't really get to enjoy the view last time…" said Misaki looking through the glass.

"Was it because all your attention was on me?" I teased.

"Sort of…" she blushed. "I wanted to confess here but I was too nervous."

Of course she did. I remember how she was shifting uncomfortably face red. At the time, I didn't want the atmosphere to get to tense so I presented her the scarf. Those were some eventful times…

I leaned in forward and cupped her cheek. "It all worked out in the end, didn't it?" I remarked, making her grow even more red.

"Why did I even say that…" she mumbled.

"Because dark cramped compartments make us want to share our deepest secrets" I said nonchalantly.

"Takumi…"

Now was the time…

"Like how I really don't want to leave you here alone…" I said looking her straight in the eyes, hand on my gift.

"Then let me come with you" exclaimed Misaki.

"No, you need to rest" I sighed, placing a hand on her stomach.

"I'm not useless. I can take care of myself!"

"Really?" I asked in a serious voice.

In response, Misaki simply looked away. I hated to see that look on her face. The one that appeared whenever Misaki knew she was in the wrong. That wasn't the strong independent woman I fell in love with. But I reminded myself this was for her safety. I couldn't let the Walker's near her. "Misaki… Tell your family. They will need to know"

"I can't…" she mumbled.

"Are you afraid? That they wouldn't approve of you having a child" I questioned, continuing with my authoritative tone.

"No! I was more scared of telling you… But I just can't dump this news on them! Mom is working hard enough, barely keeping us afloat. And I don't want Suzuna to get a job to support my baby." exclaimed Misaki looking me straight in the eye with a strained voice.

"Our baby" I interrupted but she just continued.

"They would probably accept it… They would probably care too much. I don't want them to fuss over me when we can't pay the bills…" Misaki finished looking down in defeat.

Tilting her chin upwards, I stared right into her amber eyes. "You worry too much. I'm sure your mother would understand, you just need to believe in your family. They know you best and I will be right there with you… Just promise me you will tell them eventually" I said softly.

The looks that when through Misaki's face were countless. Ranging from straight up denial to relief… "Okay…" she mumbled removing my hand from her face.

"That's my girl…"

"No one is your girl you perverted space alien" grumbled Misaki but I continued none the less.

"And for that precious girl, I present her a gift" I smirked pulling out the gift I bought earlier today.

Handing over the box to Misaki, she looked at gift curiously. Slowly opening the box revealed a simple silver ring with a single emerald gemstone, attached to a chain. As Misaki stared wide eyed at the ring, I let out a chuckle. "It's not an engagement ring,"

"I knew that!" shot Misaki as a blush enveloped her face.

"It's just something to remind you of me when I'm gone" I teased, putting the chain around her neck like a necklace.

"No one is going to miss you baka…"

"But I also want to put this ring right here when I get back…" I said gently grasping her left hand and Misaki immediately caught the meaning. "Misaki, at the mall Hanazono-San told me something I need you to know. My family… set up an engagement without my consent"

At this statement, Misaki eyes widened and looked directly at my eyes. It was as if she was trying to see what I was going to do next. Fear and nervousness was written all over her face.

"I don't plan to go along with this quietly. You're the only girl in my heart Misaki…" I said moving her hand directly onto my chest where my heart would be.

"So I promise on that ring, my heart, and everything else I own… I will come back. And when I do, the three of us will live as one whole happy family" I swore pulling Misaki into an embrace.

"Takumi… I said it once but I'll say it again, don't do anything stupid" huffed Misaki a single tear rolling down her face.

Moving away slightly, I wiped away her tears. This scene was all too familiar. I just hope it wouldn't repeat itself. No, I would make sure it wouldn't repeat itself. Now staring into her amber orbs, I inched my face forward. Misaki seemed slightly embarrassed, but pull away. Moments later, I planted my lips on Misaki's.

Whenever I kissed her before, a feeling I couldn't exactly describe rushed through my body. It was a feeling that I wouldn't give up for all the wealth in the world. It makes me feel whole, complete. And I knew only Misaki would make me feel this way.

But now, I had a sneaking suspicion of what this feeling was. I always knew I wanted to be with her, but now it was if my body was tell me now was the time to ask the question. I knew we were both young, Misaki wasn't even eighteen yet, and that love was a fragile thing. But love wasn't a good enough word to describe Misaki and I. We had an unbreakable bond that would last lifetimes, true love.

Pulling away, both of us breathless, the sounds of fireworks pulled our attention to the window. Big bursts of colour and light illuminated the sky. Turning to Misaki once more, I went in for another kiss.

This one lasted a long as the last. But this time, accompanied with the bright flashes of fireworks. Just wait Misaki, I'll be back for you and our baby.

(A/N Damn that was long even for me... If you're expecting 6000+ word chapters to be the new status quo, don't. This date has gone on long enough and I really want to get the plot moving again. I think it was in chapter 5 I mentioned Walker drama would be appearing soon, so I'm way behind schedule. As for the next chapter, Takumi will definitely be in Britain, I've been putting it off for long enough. As for Misaki... You'll find out soon. Thankfully I should be more active during summer break. So hopefully I can update more regularly. But this is me we're talking about, so don't expect anything. Anyway, if your still here, thank you for sticking around even with my inconsistent update schedule. Remember to leave a review, reader feed back is always appreciated)

Last edit: June 17, 2019