A Mis-Match Made in Heaven Part 11
If you haven't done it by now. you should prolly go back to chapter 10. added quite a bit to the chapter.
For any Canadians out there . you might wanna read my rant to CrimsonCat. I mention a certain pet-peeve of mine that I'm sure some of you can relate to. (not to say that other ppls can't read it.)
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furgi: E-mail? What is e-mail? ;) kidding. Naw. Really. I suck at replying to those. many ppl can vouch for me on that. Actually, my chapters are much longer than they were in the beginning.. but that's besides the point. If my lengthy ramblings bug ya. I suggest you skip the next part and hop down to the story.
Nicky: I know, many ppl seem to want to watch Danielle suffer.. patience ppl. wait til the next chapter.
CrimsonCat: You are so amazing! I mean. I post the new stuff and you're already there reviewing!!! Wow! As for the weather. it's been pretty chilly the past two days. freakish since the week before was sweltering. It just can't seem to make up its mind. As for where I am exactly. Me live in the "other" capital of Canada (or as some ppl say, "the centre of the universe). hee hee. *rolls eyes* yah. I live in the T.O. (whoo. I know. some ppl are cringing.. too bad. That's where I live) oh oh oh. I was watching "Dog Eat Dog" a couple weeks ago. (why? I'm not really sure) whoo boy.. one girl. let's just say. she's not where she is today in life as a result of her brains. question CrimsonCat: What is the largest nation in the America's? easy? Well. when that contestant said she didn't know geography. she REALLY meant it. Her answer? "I don't know so I'm going to guess. Asia." ASIA???????? In the words of Apu, "What were you thinking??" how can some ppl be so ignorant!!! First of all.. Asia is a continent. Secondly, Asia isn't even near the America's. Thirdly. well. I don't have a thirdly. but when the host said the answer was Canada. the contestant was like. "How was I to know. I don't live there." I certainly hope not. we don't need stupid ppl living here! Grr. sorries. crazy rambling on something that just really irked me. Anywho. I'm glad your enjoying my weird sense of humour and all. and I must apologize for "tricking" you into thinking another chapter was up. Sorries.
Alanna: the surprise doesn't seem so surprising anymore. Hmm. ah well. Maybe that's cuz I've re-read this chapter so many times.
Pam: I was wondering when someone would comment on the whole Dr. Suess "Green Eggs and Ham" thing. I thought ppl would think I'm totally nuts and boycott the fic. :)
Sabrina: I'll tell you this, next chapter is more Danielle tormenting. :)
Ascamelien: First I'd like to start off by saying "Thank you." And I couldn't have Marguerite strangle Roxton. What would m/r shippery-ness be w/o Roxton? :) And yup. I'm glad you enjoyed the weirdness of the whole ring part. Some ppl prolly thought I was off my rocker (which is still questionable).. but can't please everyone.. right?
Anyanka: lol! snicker snicker
EIE: No problemos about the whole format craziness. it wasn't your fault. Anywho. I know I'm evil with how I'm writing these chapters. :) but hey. I'm learning from the master of cliffy. koff koff. EIE. ;) Anywho. the next couple of chapters (believe it or not) are basically written. I've had more time then I usually have. Yup. Finn's slowly working her way into a bigger part in this fic. and I'm actually willing to let her speak up. :)
Beckers: wow! I'm just so honoured to have you read my stuff! Thank you for the review. :)
SP: Wanted to give you a big thank yous!
Jbird: :) yay. I'm forgiven! Whew. Was getting worried there. ;)
Windsor: yum. Cheese. Good stuff on pizza!
Rollypolly: I'm quite partial to N/V stuff too.. that's why they seem to always make it into my fics (even when they say M/R) as for a victory. don't wave the banners yet. I'm not done with Danielle just yet. :)
Lixta: Woohoo. You have fave lines for that chatper? ;) actually, I'm quite fond of those lines myself. :)
Melissa4: I enjoy writing the inner converstations too much. ;) oh. And don't worry about Marguerite letting him off the hook that easily. I mean, nothing is ever THAT easy for them. ;)
Lanneg: Thank you for the compliment.
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Alrighties. Onto the chapter. full of surprises, twists and turns. then again. not really. eh, just read it to see what happens. :)
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"Two glasses of champagne please."
As Finn waited for the drinks to be poured out, her thoughts began to drift. *Hmm. I wonder if that Roxton guy is here yet. Maybe I can find him before Madge and then let the fact that she kept his apology letter slip up in the conversation. Would Madge kill me? Prolly. But she'll thank me later once she's living with her husband in her perfect house with a perfect little picket fence and her perfect children prancing about the front yard.* She picked up the glasses and headed back to Marguerite. But as she was walking through the crowd she noticed that same woman who had been harassing Marguerite earlier was back. And there were two other women with her. All of them had a sneer on their face. *Oh no! I shouldn't have left her alone for even a second!* She started to pick up her pace but still tried to be careful not to spill the drinks. She was almost there. Finn wasn't going to allow those snobby bimbos to mess with her friend. Not caring whether she made a scene or not, she opened her mouth, ready to hurl insults when all of a sudden a man stepped behind Marguerite. *What on earth?* And before she knew it, she was watching Marguerite and the man kissing.
**CRASH**
The two glasses that Finn had been holding had slipped through her fingers and fell to the ground. The glass shattered into pieces and the contents spilled all over the floor. But Finn was in too much shock to really care that she had made a mess. The guy wasn't just any old guy. The guy who was kissing Marguerite was none other than THE John Roxton. The same man who had waltzed into their store to drop off the bouquet of roses and the apology note. The same man who had scarred Marguerite in high school. The same man that she decked in the face!!! Finn's shock didn't last long when she caught a glimpse of the faces on the three women. *Omigod! They're not doing what I think they're doing!!! Where on earth is Ned and Veronica??? They gotta see this!* Looking over the crowd she began her search for her friends.
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"I still remember the time you made us do that crazy project." Veronica laughed.
"I do too. That had to have been one of THE WORST assignments ever!" Ned cried out, recalling the long hours he had to put in to complete the project in time.
"Just because you didn't get a good partner." Veronica chuckled as she lightly nudged Ned in the ribs.
"I do apologize for forcing you into groups. But you must understand the problems involved in letting you choose your own groups. Picking partners from a random draw was just a better choice."
"Let's just say it was one project that I would never ever forget!" Ned exclaimed.
"Hopefully it was a useful project to prepare you for the future."
"Don't mind him. I think Ned is still bitter that he practically did the entire assignment by himself. There were many groups that did amazingly well on the project."
"I agree, Veronica. It was quite a surprise to see how some of the students interacted with each other."
Veronica nodded in agreement. Lifting her glass to take a sip she let her eyes wander for a second. That was when out of the corner of her eye she caught something. "Omigod!" She blurted out, almost spitting the contents of the glass all over Ned.
"Excuse me?"
Suddenly tongue-tied, she pointed in the direction of thing that caused her to become momentarily mute.
Turning to see what was causing his wife to become speechless, Ned's eyes widened and his lips curled into a huge grin. "I. Don't. Believe. It."
"Pardon?"
"My my! Veronica, my dear, I do recall someone agreeing that I would get unconditional bragging rights."
Veronica finally found her voice again. "Oh shut up, Ned."
"What are you two talking about?"
Ned continued to smile and pointed at the lip-locked couple.
"Ooooh. I see." He smiled in return.
"Veronica. Stop standing there with your mouth gaping wide! We gotta tell Finn! If you will please excuse us for a moment."
"Not a problem. It's been a pleasure speaking with you both again."
"Same here, Mr. Summerlee." Veronica called as she felt Ned dragging her.
"Oh. And congratulations you two!" He added.
*Those youngsters still full of energy.* He chuckled to himself. *Ah. Miss Krux and Mr. Roxton. I do believe that they were paired together for the assignment. They did rather well. Actually, if I remember correctly, they received the highest mark. I guess the assignment DID help prepare them for the future*
Summerlee's thoughts were interrupted by the sound of someone clearing their throat.
"Well, ol' boy. Who would've thought we would live to see that?"
"George? How have you been all these years?"
"The wife and I have been travelling around the world. Seeing the sights. Exploring new lands. You know, do all the stuff I wanted to do before but didn't have the time to."
"That sounds exciting, George."
"It is. However, in all my travels, I have never seen something that surprised me as much as seeing those two together." Challenger motioned towards Roxton and Marguerite, recalling the numerous times when he would have them both sent to his office as a result of Marguerite starting a fight in the middle of class. "They've finally settled their differences."
"Well, from the major 'marriage' project it was obvious that those two worked well together."
"Even when they were fighting it was blatantly obvious that those two had a thing for each other."
Challenger stopped speaking when he noticed a peculiar look on Summerlee's face.
"What is it, Arthur?"
"Will you look at us? Gossiping like a couple of old busy bodies."
Reflecting on Summerlee's words, he began to laugh wholeheartedly. "You're right, ol' boy. Come, let's get something to drink. You can tell me what you have been up to."
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"I still can't believe it!" Veronica cried out. "What on earth happened? Did Marguerite mention anything to you?"
"Not a word. Maybe Finn would know something. Marguerite did drive her here. Maybe she said something to her."
"VERONICA! NED! Over here!!!" Finn jumped up and down and waved her arms excitedly.
"Finn! You will not guess what we just saw!!!" Veronica was so excited her voice just below a squeal.
"You just saw Marguerite and Roxton kissing?"
"Alright. Maybe you will guess what we saw." Ned couldn't help but chuckle.
"Ned, honey? Be quiet." She said sternly. Looking back at Finn, "Did Marguerite mention anything to you? You know, about her and Roxton? Did they make up already? I mean, I thought she still was angry with him."
"We had a short talk before we came in."
"And?"
"Nothing. I mean, I did tell her the next time she saw him she should deck him with her lips but."
"You what???"
"I didn't think she would take it seriously!" Finn said defensively.
"No one is blaming anyone. Let's just go and find them. There has to be some reasonable explanation." Malone tried to be the voice of reason.
They found Roxton hugging Marguerite while they were both apparently still having a conversation with Danielle.
"Isn't it obvious? It's that she-devil!" Finn cried. "She was giving Marguerite a hard time."
"What does that have to do with Roxton?" Veronica's forehead crinkled up in confusion.
Ned narrowed his eyes while in deep thought. He assessed the situation. Danielle looked deathly ill. Calista and Lita both looked horrified. And Roxton, who was smiling, had his arms around Marguerite's waist.
Veronica was also trying to study the situation as well. But as she looked at Roxton's linked hands around Marguerite, she noticed a slight glitter.
"I can't believe it. I just can't believe they're doing that!" Veronica smiled as it finally dawned on her the reason as to why Roxton was embracing Marguerite and still alive to tell about it.
Finn looked at the couple and smiled as well. "I know. Isn't it wild?"
Ned was still confused. "What?"
Ignoring Ned, Veronica wanted to know all the details. Or as much as she could get.
"You said that Danielle was bugging Marguerite. What about?"
"I don't know. Something about a ring or marriage or something."
"Ring? What ring? Marguerite doesn't have a ring!" Ned was not enjoying the fact that he was being left in the dark.
"Not on her. On Roxton!" Veronica sighed exasperatedly as if it was the most obvious thing.
"What about it? He always wears that ring. It was given to him by his brother, William."
"Uh Ned. Look at which finger it's on." Finn said matter of factly.
Upon closer inspection he noticed the location of the ring.
"Oh. Oh. OOOOOOH. I can't believe." Finally, Ned understood what was going on. But that didn't stop him from being completely shocked and blown away by his new knowledge.
"Yup." Finn nodded, confirming Ned's guess.
"They didn't.!" He shook his head in disbelief.
"They did!"
"They're pretending to be married!!!" Finn squealed in delight.
"SHHHHHH!" Veronica clamped her hand over Finn's mouth. "Don't announce it to the world!"
"Yeah, you're going to blow their cover, Finn. Heh, sounds like we're secret agents or something. Just call me Malone. Edward Malone."
"Finn, basically 'Malone. Edward Malone' over here is saying that we might ruin they're little game of charades."
"Oh, I wouldn't do anything like that. Common. Let's go join the fun!" Finn said as she walked off towards the couple.
"I can't believe we're going over there to help them lie!" Veronica exclaimed.
"Aww. Common, this should be fun! And you were worried what Marguerite might do to him when they saw each other again. 'Must be a pretty weak bridge.' Huh? Doesn't look weak to me. I told you that you worry too much. See. No fistfights!" He smirked, quite proud of himself and his matchmaking skills. "Maybe I should go into business. You know, start my own company. I'll be known to all as 'Malone the Matchmaking Magician'. Hmm. That has a pretty nice ring to it, doesn't it, honey?"
"You're really going to draw this out, aren't you?" Veronica narrowed her eyes but couldn't help but smile at his boyish ramblings.
"Oh yeah. When I said unconditional bragging rights. I meant UNCONDITIONAL! Besides, how many times do I get to do this? Not likely that I'll get this chance again. This is a once in a lifetime thing, Veronica! ONCE IN A LIFETIME!" Malone was flailing his arms wildly as he spoke.
"Ned. As much as I'd LOVE to hear you yap on about how right you were. I think we should go check up on Finn."
"Oh. Right. Good idea."
"Thank you." She said as she intertwined her arm with his. They started walking towards the couple when Ned turned and smiled at her.
"I was right and you were wrong. Oh, what a wonderful world it is!"
"Shut up, dear."
TBC.
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okey. so it wasn't very surprising or anything else. I'm setting something up ppl! :) as for the hilarious reaction of Finn/Veronica/Ned. next chapter. I promise. I'm sorries if my ramblings are annoying. but it's just something I gotta do. E-mail seems silly for a message that consists of a sentence long. Anywho. Thank you so much for following this fic. as always. reviews are helpful. and they make me happy. And when I'm happy. I write faster.(sometimes more too). clicky on that. uhm. submit review button thing and speak your mind even if it's just to let me know that you are still reading this. (CrimsonCat says the button is lavender. but I'm not too good with colour names so I'll just nod and smile and believe that it is)
If you haven't done it by now. you should prolly go back to chapter 10. added quite a bit to the chapter.
For any Canadians out there . you might wanna read my rant to CrimsonCat. I mention a certain pet-peeve of mine that I'm sure some of you can relate to. (not to say that other ppls can't read it.)
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furgi: E-mail? What is e-mail? ;) kidding. Naw. Really. I suck at replying to those. many ppl can vouch for me on that. Actually, my chapters are much longer than they were in the beginning.. but that's besides the point. If my lengthy ramblings bug ya. I suggest you skip the next part and hop down to the story.
Nicky: I know, many ppl seem to want to watch Danielle suffer.. patience ppl. wait til the next chapter.
CrimsonCat: You are so amazing! I mean. I post the new stuff and you're already there reviewing!!! Wow! As for the weather. it's been pretty chilly the past two days. freakish since the week before was sweltering. It just can't seem to make up its mind. As for where I am exactly. Me live in the "other" capital of Canada (or as some ppl say, "the centre of the universe). hee hee. *rolls eyes* yah. I live in the T.O. (whoo. I know. some ppl are cringing.. too bad. That's where I live) oh oh oh. I was watching "Dog Eat Dog" a couple weeks ago. (why? I'm not really sure) whoo boy.. one girl. let's just say. she's not where she is today in life as a result of her brains. question CrimsonCat: What is the largest nation in the America's? easy? Well. when that contestant said she didn't know geography. she REALLY meant it. Her answer? "I don't know so I'm going to guess. Asia." ASIA???????? In the words of Apu, "What were you thinking??" how can some ppl be so ignorant!!! First of all.. Asia is a continent. Secondly, Asia isn't even near the America's. Thirdly. well. I don't have a thirdly. but when the host said the answer was Canada. the contestant was like. "How was I to know. I don't live there." I certainly hope not. we don't need stupid ppl living here! Grr. sorries. crazy rambling on something that just really irked me. Anywho. I'm glad your enjoying my weird sense of humour and all. and I must apologize for "tricking" you into thinking another chapter was up. Sorries.
Alanna: the surprise doesn't seem so surprising anymore. Hmm. ah well. Maybe that's cuz I've re-read this chapter so many times.
Pam: I was wondering when someone would comment on the whole Dr. Suess "Green Eggs and Ham" thing. I thought ppl would think I'm totally nuts and boycott the fic. :)
Sabrina: I'll tell you this, next chapter is more Danielle tormenting. :)
Ascamelien: First I'd like to start off by saying "Thank you." And I couldn't have Marguerite strangle Roxton. What would m/r shippery-ness be w/o Roxton? :) And yup. I'm glad you enjoyed the weirdness of the whole ring part. Some ppl prolly thought I was off my rocker (which is still questionable).. but can't please everyone.. right?
Anyanka: lol! snicker snicker
EIE: No problemos about the whole format craziness. it wasn't your fault. Anywho. I know I'm evil with how I'm writing these chapters. :) but hey. I'm learning from the master of cliffy. koff koff. EIE. ;) Anywho. the next couple of chapters (believe it or not) are basically written. I've had more time then I usually have. Yup. Finn's slowly working her way into a bigger part in this fic. and I'm actually willing to let her speak up. :)
Beckers: wow! I'm just so honoured to have you read my stuff! Thank you for the review. :)
SP: Wanted to give you a big thank yous!
Jbird: :) yay. I'm forgiven! Whew. Was getting worried there. ;)
Windsor: yum. Cheese. Good stuff on pizza!
Rollypolly: I'm quite partial to N/V stuff too.. that's why they seem to always make it into my fics (even when they say M/R) as for a victory. don't wave the banners yet. I'm not done with Danielle just yet. :)
Lixta: Woohoo. You have fave lines for that chatper? ;) actually, I'm quite fond of those lines myself. :)
Melissa4: I enjoy writing the inner converstations too much. ;) oh. And don't worry about Marguerite letting him off the hook that easily. I mean, nothing is ever THAT easy for them. ;)
Lanneg: Thank you for the compliment.
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Alrighties. Onto the chapter. full of surprises, twists and turns. then again. not really. eh, just read it to see what happens. :)
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"Two glasses of champagne please."
As Finn waited for the drinks to be poured out, her thoughts began to drift. *Hmm. I wonder if that Roxton guy is here yet. Maybe I can find him before Madge and then let the fact that she kept his apology letter slip up in the conversation. Would Madge kill me? Prolly. But she'll thank me later once she's living with her husband in her perfect house with a perfect little picket fence and her perfect children prancing about the front yard.* She picked up the glasses and headed back to Marguerite. But as she was walking through the crowd she noticed that same woman who had been harassing Marguerite earlier was back. And there were two other women with her. All of them had a sneer on their face. *Oh no! I shouldn't have left her alone for even a second!* She started to pick up her pace but still tried to be careful not to spill the drinks. She was almost there. Finn wasn't going to allow those snobby bimbos to mess with her friend. Not caring whether she made a scene or not, she opened her mouth, ready to hurl insults when all of a sudden a man stepped behind Marguerite. *What on earth?* And before she knew it, she was watching Marguerite and the man kissing.
**CRASH**
The two glasses that Finn had been holding had slipped through her fingers and fell to the ground. The glass shattered into pieces and the contents spilled all over the floor. But Finn was in too much shock to really care that she had made a mess. The guy wasn't just any old guy. The guy who was kissing Marguerite was none other than THE John Roxton. The same man who had waltzed into their store to drop off the bouquet of roses and the apology note. The same man who had scarred Marguerite in high school. The same man that she decked in the face!!! Finn's shock didn't last long when she caught a glimpse of the faces on the three women. *Omigod! They're not doing what I think they're doing!!! Where on earth is Ned and Veronica??? They gotta see this!* Looking over the crowd she began her search for her friends.
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"I still remember the time you made us do that crazy project." Veronica laughed.
"I do too. That had to have been one of THE WORST assignments ever!" Ned cried out, recalling the long hours he had to put in to complete the project in time.
"Just because you didn't get a good partner." Veronica chuckled as she lightly nudged Ned in the ribs.
"I do apologize for forcing you into groups. But you must understand the problems involved in letting you choose your own groups. Picking partners from a random draw was just a better choice."
"Let's just say it was one project that I would never ever forget!" Ned exclaimed.
"Hopefully it was a useful project to prepare you for the future."
"Don't mind him. I think Ned is still bitter that he practically did the entire assignment by himself. There were many groups that did amazingly well on the project."
"I agree, Veronica. It was quite a surprise to see how some of the students interacted with each other."
Veronica nodded in agreement. Lifting her glass to take a sip she let her eyes wander for a second. That was when out of the corner of her eye she caught something. "Omigod!" She blurted out, almost spitting the contents of the glass all over Ned.
"Excuse me?"
Suddenly tongue-tied, she pointed in the direction of thing that caused her to become momentarily mute.
Turning to see what was causing his wife to become speechless, Ned's eyes widened and his lips curled into a huge grin. "I. Don't. Believe. It."
"Pardon?"
"My my! Veronica, my dear, I do recall someone agreeing that I would get unconditional bragging rights."
Veronica finally found her voice again. "Oh shut up, Ned."
"What are you two talking about?"
Ned continued to smile and pointed at the lip-locked couple.
"Ooooh. I see." He smiled in return.
"Veronica. Stop standing there with your mouth gaping wide! We gotta tell Finn! If you will please excuse us for a moment."
"Not a problem. It's been a pleasure speaking with you both again."
"Same here, Mr. Summerlee." Veronica called as she felt Ned dragging her.
"Oh. And congratulations you two!" He added.
*Those youngsters still full of energy.* He chuckled to himself. *Ah. Miss Krux and Mr. Roxton. I do believe that they were paired together for the assignment. They did rather well. Actually, if I remember correctly, they received the highest mark. I guess the assignment DID help prepare them for the future*
Summerlee's thoughts were interrupted by the sound of someone clearing their throat.
"Well, ol' boy. Who would've thought we would live to see that?"
"George? How have you been all these years?"
"The wife and I have been travelling around the world. Seeing the sights. Exploring new lands. You know, do all the stuff I wanted to do before but didn't have the time to."
"That sounds exciting, George."
"It is. However, in all my travels, I have never seen something that surprised me as much as seeing those two together." Challenger motioned towards Roxton and Marguerite, recalling the numerous times when he would have them both sent to his office as a result of Marguerite starting a fight in the middle of class. "They've finally settled their differences."
"Well, from the major 'marriage' project it was obvious that those two worked well together."
"Even when they were fighting it was blatantly obvious that those two had a thing for each other."
Challenger stopped speaking when he noticed a peculiar look on Summerlee's face.
"What is it, Arthur?"
"Will you look at us? Gossiping like a couple of old busy bodies."
Reflecting on Summerlee's words, he began to laugh wholeheartedly. "You're right, ol' boy. Come, let's get something to drink. You can tell me what you have been up to."
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"I still can't believe it!" Veronica cried out. "What on earth happened? Did Marguerite mention anything to you?"
"Not a word. Maybe Finn would know something. Marguerite did drive her here. Maybe she said something to her."
"VERONICA! NED! Over here!!!" Finn jumped up and down and waved her arms excitedly.
"Finn! You will not guess what we just saw!!!" Veronica was so excited her voice just below a squeal.
"You just saw Marguerite and Roxton kissing?"
"Alright. Maybe you will guess what we saw." Ned couldn't help but chuckle.
"Ned, honey? Be quiet." She said sternly. Looking back at Finn, "Did Marguerite mention anything to you? You know, about her and Roxton? Did they make up already? I mean, I thought she still was angry with him."
"We had a short talk before we came in."
"And?"
"Nothing. I mean, I did tell her the next time she saw him she should deck him with her lips but."
"You what???"
"I didn't think she would take it seriously!" Finn said defensively.
"No one is blaming anyone. Let's just go and find them. There has to be some reasonable explanation." Malone tried to be the voice of reason.
They found Roxton hugging Marguerite while they were both apparently still having a conversation with Danielle.
"Isn't it obvious? It's that she-devil!" Finn cried. "She was giving Marguerite a hard time."
"What does that have to do with Roxton?" Veronica's forehead crinkled up in confusion.
Ned narrowed his eyes while in deep thought. He assessed the situation. Danielle looked deathly ill. Calista and Lita both looked horrified. And Roxton, who was smiling, had his arms around Marguerite's waist.
Veronica was also trying to study the situation as well. But as she looked at Roxton's linked hands around Marguerite, she noticed a slight glitter.
"I can't believe it. I just can't believe they're doing that!" Veronica smiled as it finally dawned on her the reason as to why Roxton was embracing Marguerite and still alive to tell about it.
Finn looked at the couple and smiled as well. "I know. Isn't it wild?"
Ned was still confused. "What?"
Ignoring Ned, Veronica wanted to know all the details. Or as much as she could get.
"You said that Danielle was bugging Marguerite. What about?"
"I don't know. Something about a ring or marriage or something."
"Ring? What ring? Marguerite doesn't have a ring!" Ned was not enjoying the fact that he was being left in the dark.
"Not on her. On Roxton!" Veronica sighed exasperatedly as if it was the most obvious thing.
"What about it? He always wears that ring. It was given to him by his brother, William."
"Uh Ned. Look at which finger it's on." Finn said matter of factly.
Upon closer inspection he noticed the location of the ring.
"Oh. Oh. OOOOOOH. I can't believe." Finally, Ned understood what was going on. But that didn't stop him from being completely shocked and blown away by his new knowledge.
"Yup." Finn nodded, confirming Ned's guess.
"They didn't.!" He shook his head in disbelief.
"They did!"
"They're pretending to be married!!!" Finn squealed in delight.
"SHHHHHH!" Veronica clamped her hand over Finn's mouth. "Don't announce it to the world!"
"Yeah, you're going to blow their cover, Finn. Heh, sounds like we're secret agents or something. Just call me Malone. Edward Malone."
"Finn, basically 'Malone. Edward Malone' over here is saying that we might ruin they're little game of charades."
"Oh, I wouldn't do anything like that. Common. Let's go join the fun!" Finn said as she walked off towards the couple.
"I can't believe we're going over there to help them lie!" Veronica exclaimed.
"Aww. Common, this should be fun! And you were worried what Marguerite might do to him when they saw each other again. 'Must be a pretty weak bridge.' Huh? Doesn't look weak to me. I told you that you worry too much. See. No fistfights!" He smirked, quite proud of himself and his matchmaking skills. "Maybe I should go into business. You know, start my own company. I'll be known to all as 'Malone the Matchmaking Magician'. Hmm. That has a pretty nice ring to it, doesn't it, honey?"
"You're really going to draw this out, aren't you?" Veronica narrowed her eyes but couldn't help but smile at his boyish ramblings.
"Oh yeah. When I said unconditional bragging rights. I meant UNCONDITIONAL! Besides, how many times do I get to do this? Not likely that I'll get this chance again. This is a once in a lifetime thing, Veronica! ONCE IN A LIFETIME!" Malone was flailing his arms wildly as he spoke.
"Ned. As much as I'd LOVE to hear you yap on about how right you were. I think we should go check up on Finn."
"Oh. Right. Good idea."
"Thank you." She said as she intertwined her arm with his. They started walking towards the couple when Ned turned and smiled at her.
"I was right and you were wrong. Oh, what a wonderful world it is!"
"Shut up, dear."
TBC.
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okey. so it wasn't very surprising or anything else. I'm setting something up ppl! :) as for the hilarious reaction of Finn/Veronica/Ned. next chapter. I promise. I'm sorries if my ramblings are annoying. but it's just something I gotta do. E-mail seems silly for a message that consists of a sentence long. Anywho. Thank you so much for following this fic. as always. reviews are helpful. and they make me happy. And when I'm happy. I write faster.(sometimes more too). clicky on that. uhm. submit review button thing and speak your mind even if it's just to let me know that you are still reading this. (CrimsonCat says the button is lavender. but I'm not too good with colour names so I'll just nod and smile and believe that it is)