A/N: Hello, my wonderful readers. I apologize (yet again) for the late updates. Last week was government elections and there was no possible way I could have updated due to my location at the moment. Anywho, continuing with the story.

Warning: Spoiler from the manga chapter 39

Wedding Ring Trouble

Chapter 10

Normal POV

1 week later

Misaki slammed the door in fury and stomped off to her room in their dorm. Mai went to the kitchen to make something to cool down Misaki's temper. Truthfully, if she was in Misaki's position, she would have acted similarly to Misaki, or maybe worse. Thankfully, due to maturity, Misaki's temper cooled off quickly and she came out of her room to find a homemade fudge-covered lollipop waiting for her. It was still warm and had sprinkles on the top.

"I'd hope you'd like it." Misaki turned around to see Mai eating another lollipop similar to the one in her hand. Misaki then smiled sweetly at Mai for understanding.

"Thanks Mai."

"You're welcome. Do you want to talk about it now? It'll make you feel better."

"Yea, I guess."

"Come, sit down." Mai patted the seat next to her on the couch. "So what happened today?"

"But you already know, Mai!"

"I know, but it'll make you feel better saying what you think or know happened."

"Fine." Misaki took a deep breath before starting. "Well, this is like the 4th time this week someone has tried hitting on me."

"How about you tell Kazuya, he said he'd help you if something like this happened."

"Yea, I forgot about that. I'll tell him tomorrow. Thanks for listening Mai." Misaki attempted to get up but was pulled back abruptly.

"Where are you going now? We have to make dinner, remember?"

"But we have no food, remember?"

"Take-out?"

"Sushi?"

"I'll call."

"I'll pay."

"Okay" they both said in unison and went about their tasks they selected.

Next Day

"Umm, excuse me madam?" Misaki said to the secretary.

"Yes dear, can I help you?" The lady flipped her bright blue eyes up to Misaki, giving Misaki her attention.

"Umm…can I speak to Mr. Suoh please?"

"Hold on darling." The secretary called on the phone. During the wait, someone slapped Misaki's ass and whispered in ear.

"See you around gorgeous." He then playfully squeezed her ass one more time before retreating to his cubicle.

"Miss, you can now enter." Misaki thanked the secretary before making her way into his office, confidence shinning in every step, but all of it just disappeared after entering and he began to speak.

"I have been waiting patiently for you, Ayuzawa."

"Huh?"

"I have been watching you Ayuzawa, your every step and the slightest movement you make and every reaction. In short, I know your problem."

'Pervert much' she thought to herself.

He then began rummaging around his desk until he pulled out a velvet jewellery box from one of the drawers.

"Here, wear this and it should solve your problems, preferably on your ring finger of your left hand." He watched her catch the box as he threw it to her.

"Umm… thank you sir."

"Anytime Ayuzawa."

She then walked out of his office with the box in on hand and an annoyed look on her face. She returned to her temporary cubicle and inspected the box. It held a diamond engagement ring which she slipped on quickly before continuing her work.

A few days later

"Misaki, I forgot to ask but what did Mr. Suoh give you? Whatever it is, it seems to be working."

"Yea, it is, he gave me an engagement ring to wear for now." Misaki then showed the wedding ring to Mai who's eyes began to glitter.

"So you're engaged now?"

"No! It's a fake!"

"Ouch Misa, my poor ear."

"Sorry, but I should return the ring soon since we are leaving soon."

"Already arranged, just wait for that person who should be coming out about now."

Then the male worker from a few days ago came back to see Misaki and held her hand.

"So, who's the lucky guy?" he said in the most seductive voice that had no effect on Misaki. She then wracked her brain for an comeback to remove him from her sight. Thankfully Mai stepped in.

"It's her boyfriend from high school." He rolled his eyes at Mai and turned his attention back to Misaki.

"Anyway, Mr. Suoh can to speak to you now."

"Thank you." Misaki tried to leave but the male pulled her back and whispered into her ear.

"Don't get that pretty face of yours hurt sweetheart, and that ring has no effect on me."He then placed a wet kiss on Misaki's cheek, which made her flinch before walking off.

Mai then rummaged through her bag and handed Misaki an antibacterial wipe.

"Here use this to wipe your cheek." Misaki then thoroughly wiped her cheek, making sure no trace of him was left on her cheek.

"Thank you Mai, I'll be off now"

"Good luck." Mai gave her thumbs up before Misaki disappeared behind the door bearing Mr. Suoh's name.

Misaki opened the door quietly and closed it, turning around to see Kazuya staring blankly through the glass wall that separates him and the outside world. He noticed the presence of someone else, but he couldn't identify who it was specifically.

"Yes, can I help you?" he said in a harsh, rough voice he uses with people he doesn't like.

"Umm, Sir… it's me." Misaki's sweet, subtle voice rang through his ears as he swiftly spun around in his wheel chair to face her.

"I am so sorry Ayuzawa, is there something you needed to discuss with me?"

"Sir, as you are aware of, I will be leaving for college again soon. I came to return the ring you lent to me." She began to slip the ring off her delicate fingers when Kazuya spoke up.

"Keep it, Ayuzawa."

"Huh?" she blinked at his statement in confusion.

"Keep it as a umm souvenir for working here."

"Umm… thank you sir." She then slipped the ring into her pocket before retreating to the door.

"You're welcome, Ayuzawa," He gave her a sweet smile and he was returned one before her figure disappeared through his door. His heart, for some strange reason, was beating quickly. He felt love growing and overflowing through his body for this girl. This girl he spent only 2 weeks with. This girl he would probably never see again.

"And that's how you got the ring?" Takumi asked, his face buried in her hair that was tumbling down her neck.

"Nope, that old ring seriously scared me, so I sold it and bought a new one and came back to work here with Mai after college." She then glanced at the clock that hung over the doorway, indicating that her lunch break was over.

"Takumi, don't you have work to go to?"

"Nah, I'm done for the day. I just need a new secretary and then I can be free anytime I want!" Their tummies then grumbled in unison and Misaki giggled.

"What do you want to eat?" She asked as she patted his tummy through his shirt.

"You." Her cheeks tinted to a pink hue and she playfully slapped him on the arm. He laughed at her and gripped her tighter.

"Why don't we order take-out Chinese food?"

"Sure." She then dialed the number of the nearest Chinese delivery restaurant and placed an order.

After she ordered, she decided to relax in Takumi's lap, her head against his chest and him stroking her long black hair, releasing it from the elastic bands and then braiding it. She just appreciated the attention and rested in his arms while he played in her hair. When her eyes were shut, slow breathing indicating she was sleeping, he slipped his hand into his pants pocket, feeling around.

Yup, the box was still there. Now how on earth was he supposed to propose to her? If he did it the wrong way, she might not accept. So he began to brainstorm, staying away from all the classy and modern types of proposing. He needed something unpredictable, like his Misa. The low buzzing of the company's phone brought him out of his thoughts. The sushi they ordered had arrived and they began to eat. Takumi was thinking hard while mechanically eating. Sometimes he would miss his mouth and Misaki would giggle at him. In the end, never eat while thinking.

"Takumi, are you okay?" Takumi then woke up from his thoughts to find Misaki feeding him.

"Huh?" he said cluelessly. She giggled at him once more and continued to feed him until the food was gone.

"I feel so special; my little maid is taking care of me." He said happily. She rolled her eyes at him, cleared the food and left him in her office while she threw away the food. The telephone began to ring again.

"Hello, Ayuzawa Misaki's office at Time's Magazine, Tokyo Branch; how may I help you?"

"Could you please tell Mrs. Ayuzawa that Mr. Kazuya Suoh will be arriving there shortly?"

"Yes, anything else?"

"No thank you Sir." The line went dead and Takumi knew if he didn't act soon, he might lose his only opportunity. He slipped his hand into his pocket once more, this time bringing out the jewellery box. He opened the box to find the delicate jade diamond ring sleeping among the cushioning inside the box. The ring had a sophisticated yet simple design, he removed the ring and held it in his hand and awaited for his Misaki to make his shining moment.

A/N: Sadly 2 more chapters left until the end of this fanfic. I am anticipating on writing a new Maid-sama fanfic and a Hunger Games fanfic. You should all read the new manga chapter 69 for Maid-sama. Very shocking. Anyway, I'm sorry for the late update, again. I hope you all have a wonderful Palm Sunday and April Fool's Day. Please leave reviews so I will know what you think of this chapter. Thank you.