Okay, first of all, I am really sorry for not updating like almost two months and I am not dead. Time just passed so quickly, I didn't even realize it and before I knew one month has already passed.

I really appreciate the reviews and especially last 20 ones or so. They were encouraging.

Okay, another thing, I was revising the whole story and I noticed that in the previous chapter, a long part had been left out. I am really sorry for not noticing it earlier. I have fixed the whole thing, so I sincerely request you all to read the previous chap again. I hope it will clear the confusion.

I would like to tell, the starting was suggested by 11 years old. Thanks for telling me those awesome lines and giving me an idea how to start this chapter. But you see, I have split those lines throughout the whole chapter. Hope you don't mind.

LilannaXD:- Honestly, I haven't thought about collaborating with any other author. But, I do have a story in my mind, which is a little deep and, you know, a little bit angst-y. I would like to collaborate with someone as it will be very difficult for me to write. But I haven't made any decision.

Okay, now the most important part, the next update will be late as usual but this time I want to tell you guys beforehand. You see I have a very important exam in next February and I am preparing for it. So, these one and half months, I only want to concentrate on my studies. I hope you guys understand my situation. I will update next in next February, most probably, on Valentines' Day, maybe sooner but not later. And I will not stop this story without finishing this.

So, without further delay, here the chap-

Made For Each Other:-

Chapter 36:- Insecure

What?

But then her eyes widened as the lady's words slowly sank into her head, moreover, it was more shocking to her that the person, standing in front of her, was claiming to be the real mother of Tai and Mei.

Then came confusion. Was she lying? After all, there was a possibility but then again the world didn't know that Takumi was married. Well, a part of it knew, but to know her name was something she couldn't believe.

"Excuse me?" The lady, who was also referred as 'Segumi', broke her out of her train of thoughts.

"Yes." Her voice trembled a little but she managed to make it sound normal.

"Can you tell me what you should tell me?" She asked.

"Um… actually-" Misaki looked down at the papers in front of her and made her busy by arranging the papers, "-I was told that their father will come so I can't tell you anything."

"Really?" The lady hummed, "Okay. Let's wait then."

Misaki flinched at her words and looked up to see that the other person has already made her comfortable by leaning back on her chair and she had the most relaxed expression on while looking outside. Then suddenly, she made eye-contact with Misaki.

"I know." She suddenly declared.

Misaki wasn't a weak person. She wasn't someone who get scared. People have always commented her about her about how she fears nothing. But then why was she now feeling fear in deep inside of her heart; the fear of losing something precious.

"What….?" Misaki frowned, "What are you doing here?"

A smirk came upon her lips as she looked at Misaki, "So, are we done playing good?"

Misaki decided to stay quiet.

Segumi sighed and leaned in to place her arms on the wooden desk. "I wanted to meet you." She whispered.

Misaki's frown deepened as she tried to think of the reason she would want to meet her. Finally she let out her thoughts, "Why?"

Segumi inhaled, "Why?" she again smirked, "I wonder. Well, if you are thinking I am lying, then baby I suggest you to talk to Satsuki. She probably still has the picture of me."

How does she know about Satsuki?

"What are you doing here?" Misaki repeated her question.

"I didn't know Takumi's new wife is this thick-brained." She stood up, "By the way, don't even think of discussing about my appearance with Takumi. I don't want him to worry about me." She made a mock worried expression, "He already has so much to worry."

Misaki scrunched her nose in disgust. Her oh-so-caring voice made her want to vomit. How can she…? Concern, disbelief, protectiveness, frustration, love, fear – she was feeling so many emotions at the same time.

"So I guess it's time to bid goodbye." Segumi smiled – a fake smile– and without much delay she left the classroom.

As soon as she went out, Misaki got up and made a dash to the restroom. As she looked herself in the mirror, she could see how terrified her eyes looked. If Takumi was to see her right now, he would know in an instant that something must have happened. This wasn't good! She had take control on her mind. There was still a possibility that she was just a fake. Well, it wouldn't hurt to hope.

After taking a lot of deep breathes and washing her face with water, Misaki made herself look presentable and normal.

As she walked through the hallways she kept taking deep breaths and before she could think anything clearly, she was again in the classroom but this time something, rather someone, else was awaiting her.

"Hello, Ms. Ayuzawa, how's my kids are doing in school?" Takumi, who was sitting comfortably on a chair, asked with a smirk.

Misaki, at first, decided to stay silent and went to take her usual chair.

"So, what's troubling you?"

"Huh?"

Seriously! Did he really have to take a glance at her and know that there WAS something which is bothering her! That's not fair!

"Nothing." She shook her head, "Nothing is troubling me."

Takumi watched her closely. She was acting strange. He could sense that there was something else going in her mind but he also knew that she wouldn't say. Stubborn.

"So, how are my kids are doing in school?" He again asked.

"Ooh yeah, their behavior has improved and I think it has something to do with their mother, Mr. Walker." She smirked.

"I know." Takumi leaned in, "My wife is the best."

Listening to his words, she blushed and mumbled something about how idiotic he sounded. But then she felt something on her head. She looked up and found out that Takumi was smiling at her, a smile which made her calm in an instant. Unconsciously, she smiled back too.

He softly patted her head, "You know, I am always here for you."

Misaki's eyes widened as she slowly nodded. Saying that, he got up from his chair and kissed her forehead, "I have a meeting. Sorry."

She smiled at him, "It's okay. I will take Tai and Mei home today."

He nodded and went out of the room. But deep inside his head, he knew something was definitely bothering her. Looks like he'd have to find out himself.

"Mommy, is something wrong?"

Misaki sighed. Now, her two little kids had also caught her. Well, how could they not? She was driving them home and it was obvious by how stiff she looked.

"Nothing." She lied again, "I am just a little tired. The day was just very tiring."

"Hmm." Meichi said, "Did you talk with daddy?"

"Yes, did he talk with you two?"

"Yes." Both said in unison.

"Good." She said and turned her attention towards the road.

Taichi looked at his sister who was frowning. He patted her shoulder to catch her attention.

She is changing the topic, he mouthed.

I know, she mouthed back.

With that, both kids came to one decision and that was, we will have to find out.

"Sir, is something bothering you?"

Takumi looked up to find his loyal secretary looking very concerned. He shook his head, "It's nothing."

"Even if you say that, I can see that you are pretty distracted." His secretary, Kanou again said though he was afraid to talk to his boss like that but his boss was practically staring at the wall for the last five minutes which was pretty – very – odd.

Takumi smirked, "I knew, you are observant person, Kanou."

"Thanks for, sir."

Takumi leaned back on his chair and sighed softly. Somehow, Misaki's face couldn't get outside of his head. Her eyes were filled with fear like she had seen a ghost or something. But what can it be? Did someone threaten her? But who? And why would anybody even threaten her? Nobody knows she is his wife. And she wasn't someone to get threaten too; unless somebody threatens her with the…kids.

"Kanou" He called making the person stiff with the seriousness in his voice, "Call the Hakuo Kindergarten and obtain all of today's video footage."

"B-But w-why?"

"I. Need. Them. Right. Now." He clarified.

"Yes sir!"

Meet me tomorrow, at XXX hotel, 2 P.M sharp

That one came two hours ago. The sender was none other than the woman she has met only a few hours ago. But Misaki still couldn't decide to go or not.

Should I tell Takumi?

No.

No matter how many times the question came to her mind the answer never changed.

"Mommy?" Mei said catching her attention.

"Y-Yes honey." Misaki looked at her, "What's the problem."

"My soup's already cold." She said pointing at the spoon in her hand on which she was blowing for the last five minutes.

"Y-Yeah… yeah. I know. It's cold." She mumbled before feeding it to Mei.

"Mommy, is something bothering you?" Tai asked again. He may only be five but still he could tell something was bothering her. He will just have to find out.

"No" She smiled and answered.

"Are you hiding something?" Mei asked.

"No." She again smiled.

Misaki got up. It was hard lying to her angels over and over again.

"Mommy?" They called catching her attention. She turned.

"We love you the most." They said in unison and the way they said it, Misaki felt her heart will burst out with feelings. She felt her eyes getting wet. She put the tray down and ran to them to hug them. She literally crushed them but none cared. Then she whispered, "I love you two the most too."

The twins smiled. She smiled too.

That's it.

Now she will see the end of it.

Then her eyes fell on the clock. It was past 10 which meant Takumi was awfully late. Odd. That was the only thing came to her mind. Did he suspect anything? She was definitely acting weird earlier. Maybe he has sensed anything. No, that wasn't possible.

After a little hesitation, she took her phone and dialed a too familiar number. The person whom she was calling answered after the fourth ring.

"Sorry, I can't come home tonight." Takumi said from the other side and by his voice, she could sense that he was pretty exhausted.

"What do you mean by that? You can't come." She said, slowly and clearly.

"You seem to be back to yourself."

"What was that?" Misaki screamed in her phone. Well, right now she was pretty much back to being herself. Short tempered, stubborn and confident. And screaming at Takumi, it made her refreshed.

"I mean, I am sorry. There's too much load but as an apology, I have the day off tomorrow."

"So?"

"So, we can go on a…date. You know movie and then dinner. Nice, isn't it?" And he was grinning. She knew it.

"Y-Yeah, it's nice."

"So, tomorrow?"

"What! T-tomorrow, no! I-I can't go tomorrow."

"Why?"

"Well, I have an important class tomorrow a-at the u-university. Yeah, I have to go."

"Okay. Then. Maybe later."

"Yeah. Have you eaten?"

"No."

"What? You should!"

He chuckled at the other hand, "Yes, I will. Have you eaten?"

"No."

"…"

"Okay, okay, I am eating."

"Good night. Sleep tight, my queen."

"You take a nap too."

"Definitely, then I will dream about you and I will be double refreshed."

"Are you flirting?"

"No."

"Bye."

She heard him snicker. "I love you."

She gulped and her heart beat quickened. It was kind of funny how much effect he had on her. It was kind of unfair how he could make her be overwhelmed by various kinds of emotion with just a few words, "I love you too."

Misaki sighed. She was again alone for today. That was close. Lying has always been hard for her. She thanked her luck that they were talking on a phone. Had it been a face to face conversation, he could've easily seen through her lies. With that in mind she went to take a good rest.

I have a big fight tomorrow.

"You came!" Segumi snickered, "I thought you are not going to come!"

Misaki opened her mouth and took a long breath to calm her temper. Sakuya had taught her this trick and it has been useful since then.

"Can we get to the point?" Misaki asked, her voice sounding a little bit impatient.

"Impatient, are we?" Segumi smirked, "For starters, you can take the seat in front of me."

Misaki took the seat in front of her while frowning. If she didn't know about this woman, she could have never, in a million years, believed that she could blackmail people.

"For starters, you know I am a law student. Any wrong talk or move may cost you a lot, Segumi" Misaki said in her professional tight voice, the voice of a lawyer.

"Exactly, my point. You are a law student, then how did you brain washed my kids." Segumi said as she took a sip of her coffee.

"Mind your language. I have not brain washed them and how dare you call them your kids."

Segumi sighed, "Well, like it or not they are my kids after all. So, maybe right now they can call you mom or whatever but one day eventually, they will come back to me."

"You will see." Misaki took another long breath, "I assume, you have nothing else to talk about." She waited for her reply and when she made no answer, she got up but couldn't go further as she heard the words which made her eyes twice big.

"Takumi and I actually never got divorced." Segumi said as a matter of fact.

"What?" She turned, "What did you say just now?"

Segumi looked up at her while sipping her own coffee, "You may want to sit first." Misaki did as she was told and then Segumi continued, "You see, Takumi and I were not officially divorced which means I am still a Walker."

Misaki frowned as she digested the new information. As long as she could remember, Takumi and also Satsuki both had said to her that both of them has gotten a divorce and she knew they were not someone to tell lies. So, maybe this lady here was telling lies.

"Can you explain?" She asked, her voice controlled so that Segumi wouldn't know her inner turmoil.

"Yes, that's why I called you." She took her last sip before continuing, "To explain."

Misaki bit her inner cheek in anticipation.

"I bet everybody has told you we were divorced that's why you were that shocked. To tell you, I am not lying because I can still show you the papers." She said as she took out some papers and laid them on the table.

Misaki eyes them first before slowly pulling them to her side. Much – MUCH – to her surprise they were divorce papers! Of none other than this lady and Takumi Walker! She didn't know if this was a fake but still it was so neatly done. Then her eyes came to the main thing; that place where two parties signed. But in this case only one sign was there which was Takumi's but there was no sign of the other party. Misaki looked up to see the other lady smiling wickedly at her. Suddenly, Misaki became speechless as a lot of questions ran through her head.

Is this was a fake?

What if it is not?

Is she going to blackmail her?

What is her planning?

So many questions without answers.

"How?" She could only utter this one word.

"How?" Segumi paused for a moment there, "Well, that day, if I remember correctly Takumi came in the living room and threw the already signed papers towards me and gave me the money I needed. Taking those I left the house with a smile but I never really signed those papers. After that I asked him if he needed the certificate but he said he don't want anything in the house which could remind him of me. So, I never really applied it to the court so officially we are still a married couple. As for the papers, I knew they will come handy in future. Smart, isn't it?"

"I didn't ask this, you know?" Misaki looked up, "I asked, how much do you want?"

Segumi chuckled as she leaned back on her chair, "That's pretty smart of you." She smirked, "But, this time I don't want money."

Her frown deepened, "I will ask you one more time, what do you want?"

"I want my family back."

"What if I don't give it back to you?" Misaki challenged.

"My my, you are so dumb!" She laughed which made Misaki scrunch up her nose, "You are a law student. You know the law and right now Takumi has two wives, knowing or unknowing. I don't care but it can affect him in many ways, you know, being a CEO and stuff. God, I have talked too much, I need another coffee."

Misaki stared at her while she ordered another cup of coffee. She hated to admit but this lady here had a point. If all she said was true, then Takumi is in great danger. He can get sued for this and to make matters worse it will make the Walker Inc crumble into pieces. She can't let this happen. She has to save him. But how? By giving her family? But that will make Tai and Mei back to what they were when she first met them. And Takumi? How will she survive this? She possibly can't imagine him holding another woman in his arms.

"I will give you some time to think." Segumi said, putting an end to Misaki's inner uncertainties, "1 day. Give back my family or see you loved ones crumble in front of you. The choice is yours." She said and went out leaving the other lady lost in thoughts.

Misaki sat there motionless. She knew the odds and she hated to think that all of them were working against her. She had two choices as Segumi said before but both of them were unacceptable to her.

She didn't know how many times she sat there thinking. She didn't know how many people came in or went out. She just sat there thinking until a waiter came and informed that it was time for them to close it. That's when she noticed that the clock was already past 11.

She got up and made her way home, or is it safe to say home till today.

After like thirty minutes, when she reached her home, the lights were still on, meaning somebody was awake. The door was not locked. She went in and four worried faces welcomed her.

She looked at kids' faces which were relieved to see her.

"Satsuki" She called, "Have they eaten?"

Satsuki replied that they have.

"Good. Can you please take them to bed?"

Satsuki replied that she could.

"Good."

And then without questioning, Satsuki took the kids upstairs and they didn't protest seeing their mother's exhausted yet stern face. After they have gone up, Misaki looked at Takumi for the first time since she has entered the house.

"I called the principal. He said you weren't there." He said, "Where have you been?"

She ignored his question and looked down.

"Misaki, I asked you a question."

"…"

"Misaki?"

She looked up and looked at his eyes with determination, "Takumi…" She started, "We can't be together."

There she finally said it. But he didn't look surprised. He looked calm rather and what he said next was more shocking to her. He said,

"Did that ungrateful lady threatened you?"

"…Who?"

"Segumi."

Thanks for always supporting me.

See you guys next February. I wish you guys a very Happy Christmas and A very Happy New Year in advance.