Blah blah blah, technicalities and crap.

Fujishima Kosuke owns AMG and its characters. I own Xerangref and Daisen, Kruss, Kyuss and Shantar (previous statements about using all of them stand).

A/N: Certain events and plots are hinted and somewhat revealed in this work. If you haven't read at least up to or past volume 19, you may be confused at some points.

I'm trying to figure out the best way to continue this. I have many many ideas in mind, but only one can be used.

Eddie: Aside from a really old, really bad fic I did about 6-7 years ago, this is my first attempt at any long term fanfiction. Originally, I highly doubted if I should've even attempted to do it, but decided to say screw it and try anyway. No use to giving in before even trying, right?

Happiness' End

End of Chapter 31:

Keiichi nodded, to show approval, and told them that they should go home to see how the girls would react.

All four nodded and simply vanished. It still took some getting used to for Keiichi. The warrior gods needed no medium of teleportation. They could simply teleport where they pleased.

With the four gods at the temple, things were definitely going to get more interesting…especially the way Urd and Peorth were looking at Daisen.

Keiichi only hoped he wouldn't get caught in the middle of a major catfight between the two older goddesses.

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Chapter 32: Who's Laughing Now?

Keiichi had called an informed his boss of his recovery the day after the NIT 'grand tour' for the four gods.

He was told to return to work on Thursday, giving him one final day off before returning to the usual routine he had grown accustomed to for a year.

Keiichi was uncertain on how to handle certain questions that may be posed to him, since Urd had denied any visiting requests and guests. He knew that it would arouse some suspicion, but could only handle it in stride. He figured the best way was to tell the truth, simply stating that he wasn't in his right mind for a while. After all, honest is the best policy.

The gods continued on with their getting accustomed to Earth attire, as the continued to experiment off of the 'norm' they had each adopted. Shantar simply rotated in different color shorts and shirts, while Daisen tried new button-up shirts as well. Kruss had pretty much kept everything he wore the same, not changing a thing other than the lack of boots. Kyuss, on the other hand, was a bit more lengthy in his changes. New styles, classier dress and even a few less formal ideas had taken hold of the younger god.

To everyone's surprise, Daisen had informed them that the twins were younger than Skuld. They simply looked older due to heavy training and going through a few growth processes that were forced upon them by their elders.

Skuld, being around 14 Earth years old, was jealous of the fact that they appeared older than they were. Even so, Kruss usually acted his age while Kyuss was more reserved and respectful. It was as if they completely contrasted each other. Even though Kruss could adopt small plans and put them into action, Kyuss was more advanced at strategic planning. They both matched each other in armed combat, however Kyuss simply used his bo staff, while Kruss used almost all of his available weapons.

Most of Tuesday and Wednesday, Keiichi dedicated himself to be with and talk with Belldandy. The heated point of discussion was whether either of them felt willing enough to move on in their relationship. Keiichi, being old fashioned, had stood by wanting to consummate their physical potion of the relationship after they were either engaged or married.

Other than discussion, most of it was simply quality time alone. Every once in a while, Belldandy could be heard sighing happily from outside. A few times, all the residents had rushed outside when they heard the both of them laughing. They were rewarded with the sight of Keiichi somewhat sitting on top of Belldandy while tickling her in several places at the same time. Urd had simply raised an eyebrow at the behavior, Peorth smiled, Skuld shook her head and the four gods seemed to gawk at what was going on. None of them had apparently seen that kind of exchange before. It was deemed useless and a waste of time in most cases, yet here a 1st class goddess was enjoying it thoroughly.

It also appeared that none of the gods had been in any sort of formal or informal relationship with any kind of female. After the little skirmish was over, each god asked Keiichi how he was able to hold the attentions of not one or two goddesses, but four.

Spending time with the young man, each god could see why each goddess liked him. Urd and Skuld merely loved him as a brother, since he was always there to help in some way or another. Peorth was infatuated with Keiichi, regardless of his current situation with Belldandy. And Belldandy, it was definitely obvious to everyone that she loved the young man a great deal. She adored him greatly.

For his continued kindness and advice, no matter how poor it was, the gods had adopted him as a friend as well. They exchanged some interesting stories while alone. Keiichi's stories were more along the lines of all the things Urd had done to Belldandy, as well as him, in the past to get them together. Daisen talked more about training with his Uncle Thor than anything else. Shantar and Kyuss had no specific points, but mentioned how they had all met each other and become friends. Kruss was the most active, talking of all his achievements and hobbies.

Urd had picked up on her usual sexual jaunts directed towards Keiichi, but he simply ignored it. Urd would be Urd, no matter how badly things were screwed up.

On a good note, both goddesses had been trying to gain Daisen's attention almost all the time. When he was alone, one would come to keep him company. When he was in the bath, one of them, sometimes both, would offer to wash his back…in the nude.

Daisen simply took all of it in stride. He wasn't one to drastically over-react, as he had been courted by several goddesses in the past, but rejected their offers. It seemed that he was staying with the trend as he rarely showed affection to either of the ladies. He was never rude though. He always thanked them for their attention and services when they presented them. That alone gave them hope to keep trying.

Daisen, the night before Keiichi had to return to work, had confided in his fellow male comrades that he was interested in one, but wasn't sure as to how to go about trying to be more open with her.

He had often rejected females in the past due to his status as the God of Actions. He was always on active duty to fight demons or any other threat that arose. Some missions and assignments were extremely tough, so he wasn't sure if he would come back sometimes.

Keiichi only offered his condolences to Daisen, as he had probably picked the worse of the two. Which one it was, he wouldn't say.

Kruss and Kyuss simply listened with wide eyes, interested in what was going on. Some day, they might be in the same boat and situation. It was a learning experience.

Shantar simply nodded to everything. Keiichi was surprised to learn that the tall and silent god was often more social and open when he was just around his comrades. It was as if they had stripped him of his shell; he appeared to be an almost completely different person when with them. Thus, after this realization, it wasn't surprising to understand why Shantar had adopted more informal clothes.

Keiichi excused himself from the discussion after dinner and left to turn in early. If he was going back to work tomorrow, he might as well be ready for it.

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Urd sat in her room, drinking a little bit of saké before turning in. It was then that she noticed mostly quiet. Mostly.

She raised an eyebrow as she heard soft moaning sounds coming from Keiichi's room. Urd smiled to herself, thinking that Keiichi had finally had the guts to score.

Tonight was a good night. Although, tomorrow, she would leave him a little present.

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It was afternoon when things started getting strange around the temple.

Urd had asked if Belldandy enjoyed the action last night, only to get a blush as a response.

She had snuck into Keiichi's room just after lunch to leave an individual condom sitting on his drafting desk, as a joke.

In a bizarre turn of events, Kruss had to enter Keiichi's room to find something for Skuld or something. It was then that he noticed the strange plastic package sitting on the desk at the left of the room.

Intrigued, the young man opened it to find, what he thought, was some sort of balloon. He had given the needed item to Skuld and departed for a secret spot in the back of the temple.

There, things went from the initial strange, to completely bizarre.

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Keiichi returned home to the sound of Urd and Peorth bickering. He sighed, as he guessed that the two arguing would become a custom in his life once again.

As he entered the temple, he was greeted, as usual, by Belldandy. The odd part of it was that he was also greeted by Daisen. Daisen asked if he could have a moment with him alone. Nodding, Keiichi apologized to Belldandy and went out back with Daisen.

"Do you know how to make them stop? They're driving me nuts!"

Keiichi simply smiled and shook his head, "You should've seen some of the things Peorth did to me. Urd was constantly getting on her about it back then as well. This is just a natural part of their competition and interests."

Daisen raised an eyebrow.

Keiichi nodded without needing to hear the question, "Yes, both are interested in you from what it appears. On top of that, with all the 'service' you're getting from them, it seems that they're competing against each other for you."

"Great, not again!" Daisen groaned and shoved his face in his hands. "I've got enough problems up there with being the center of attention. Apparently, I'm a good catch."

As he listed off each quality, Keiichi looked thoughtful and counted off on his fingers. "Hmmm…Thor's nephew, tall, good looking, skilled, pleasant and…uh…status? Nope, I haven't a clue why any girl would want you either."

Daisen gave him a fake glowering expression before grinning, "Yea, guess you're right. Still…I wish they'd do something else besides bicker."

"Why not just ask them to stop? I'm sure it would help, if not stop it completely. They'd simply want to abide by your request." Keiichi slightly elbowed Daisen and laughed.

Any further conversation was interrupted as a shout came from an area somewhere ahead of them in the woods.

"I got it! I got it!"

Kruss came running up to both men with what looked like a strange balloon animal. When he got closer, Keiichi realized just what the disfigured dog was made from.

"Uh…Kruss…where did you get that?"

"I made it!" He stated proudly while smiling.

"No, I mean what you made it out of."

"Oh, the balloon? It was on your desk when I was looking for something for Skuld. Why?"

Keiichi grumbled a little and muttered a few curse words that made Daisen eye him rather oddly, "I'm going to have to talk to Urd about this…"

"About what?"

"Nevermind Kruss, it's nice for something made out of…something that isn't a balloon."

"It's not a balloon?" Kruss was looking at him in confusion.

"Forget it, nothing to worry about. Belldandy will have dinner ready soon. Let's go inside and wait."

All three men walked inside to see Urd watching TV and Peorth grumbling somewhere in the back of the house.

Urd saw what Kruss was carrying and paled. Then erupted into hysterics at the sight of it.

"Urd, can I speak with you?"

Urd wiped away a few tears, "Sure Keiichi, what's up?"

He nodded quickly to the 'balloon animal,' "I think you know 'what's up.' I want to know why you left it in there in the first place."

Urd raised an eyebrow, "Oh? So Belldandy's older sister can't be worried over something like that happening? I heard what you two were up to."

Keiichi shook his head rapidly, and while blushing, proclaimed, "It wasn't anything like that! We didn't go that far, so butt out!"

Kruss and Daisen had listened to the entire exchange in utter confusion. Urd saw this and grinned, "Look boys, it's just a little form of birth control for when people have intercourse."

Daisen nodded and stepped away from Kruss and his treasure.

"What?"

Urd motioned for him to come over to her, as he did, she leaned toward him and whispered a few things. After a few sentences, his look of confusion became a look of disgust.

"That's sick! Man! I can't believe…ARGH!" He threw away the animal in disgust, causing Urd to resume her hysterics.

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The rest of the night proceeded as any normal night would, aside from the dirty looks Kruss kept throwing Urd.

Keiichi simply ignored her, no matter how bad she was goading him.

After dinner, Keiichi had asked to speak with Belldandy alone.

He was extremely nervous as the two of them sat outside, alone. He had practiced his questions, but couldn't seem to put the thoughts into words.

As Belldandy wrapped her arms around him from the side, and rested her head on his shoulder, he seemed to relax.

Keiichi looked at his beloved and smiled. She deserved much better, but still stuck with him. He was glad that he had found someone who loved him for who he was, mistakes and all.

No more delays, no more excuses…

He turned to Belldandy and sighed before beginning to speak.

A/N: I had the weirdest brainstorm last night…but it was an interesting idea. Just to say this, the series of 'Happiness' End' will be drawing to a close shortly. I can only guess that maybe 4 or 5 more chapters may be added, but I'm not sure.