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.

Happiness' End

End of Chapter 32:

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.

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Chapter 33: Contract on Earth?

"Belldandy…"

"Yes, Keiichi?" It had taken some getting used to, but Belldandy simply called him by his name, no titles added. It was originally a shock, but he had drawn the conclusion that she figured that at this point in a relationship like theirs, it would pointless.

"I wanted to ask you…if maybe you'd thought of making a contract here on Earth?"

Belldandy looked at him questioningly.

"Ah…you know about our contract that allows you to be with me…"

Belldandy nodded, "And I will keep my promise to be with you, always."

Keiichi smiled, "Well I was wondering if…maybe…we could get some kind of contract that binds us together on Earth, like the one we currently have. You know, as proof to those around us of what we are."

Belldandy smiled, "That sounds lovely Keiichi. What would that involve?"

He shook his head, "I don't think it would be wise immediately, maybe in little while? That way we could get better situated and not rush things."

Belldandy nodded to his thought and then continued to snuggle closer to him. She had enjoyed last night, even if it wasn't exactly the 'real deal.'

Keiichi had told her of his wishes of not bringing intercourse into what they had until they were engaged or married, which she respected.

After all, she was initially against most physical points of their relationship. She sighed happily as she pulled her head up and kissed Keiichi on the cheek. He smiled and her and his grip tightened slightly.

Both enjoyed their nightly ritual of being alone. Sometimes they talked, sometimes they acted a bit more on a passionate level; sometimes they simply sat, content with being near each other.

Keiichi thought back to his questions to her and her reaction. If it seemed that she might enjoy it, why not go for it?

Now all Keiichi had to complete were the standard procedures, and all would be ready.

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Over the next few weeks, nothing major happened. The simple routine had returned to the temple, just more people were included.

Peorth was still on leave, and bickering with Urd constantly. Daisen had asked both of them if they could stop. Both had tried, but had no success in the matter.

Urd's harassment of Keiichi had steadily grown worse as well, as a result of her getting peeved at Peorth. She had to target someone, after all. Keiichi was the only logical target, since he couldn't really fight back or defend himself. Skuld had her bombs, each of the gods was skilled in combat, she already gave Belldandy problems when they were alone, and Peorth was the cause of it all.

By process of elimination, Keiichi became the target of constant harassment, much to his disdain.

He had tried ignoring and avoiding her, but that made it worse. It had taken threats from both Peorth and Belldandy for Urd to leave poor Keiichi alone. She wasn't crazy enough to test the wrath of two First Class goddesses.

As a result, Keiichi and the four gods had spent a great deal more time together, all of them avoiding Urd.

Kruss hadn't been able to have extended periods of peace and quiet either, as he was targeted with constant torment and teasing about the incident with the 'balloon animal' a few weeks ago.

Shantar and Kyuss both simply stayed out of matters involving women. It was far safer to play neutral and uninterested rather than playing straight into the source of all the problems.

Daisen and Keiichi both had to take a reprieve from all the females. Keiichi regretted not being with Belldandy, but he was sure that she understood his situation and forgave him without him even needing to ask.

Daisen was going crazy with what Urd and Peorth were both doing. Both constantly bickering over trivial things that didn't matter at all.

It was at that point that Shantar suggested making a schedule for the women. That way, things wouldn't be up for debate and argument.

Both Urd and Peorth would be assigned certain days to 'take care' of Daisen. Each had their day to dote on him and annoy him. That way, it left both unable to argue and bicker.

Daisen had thought it over and decided to give it a shot. He knew that Sunday would be his day off with no female involvement; it usually was. On Sundays, the four gods and Keiichi usually spent the day amongst themselves. Talking, asking questions, discussing, anything at all.

With one day off, that left the other six up for debate. He knew that he'd have to schedule the days so that they rotated equally without causing a problem. That wouldn't be too hard either.

The hard part was getting the consent and approval of both of the other parties involved. Daisen had no idea how either of them would react, which had the makings of a very volatile situation.

Things would get interesting in the next couple of weeks. Keiichi only hoped no one would get killed by seemingly random acts of 'mercy' or 'violence.'

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The rotation idea that Daisen had suggested to Urd and Peorth had taken over well originally, but was now drawing towards insanity.

After the first five days of the testing period and trial, both females had done fairly well. When the idea was actually put into place, things blew up. Literally.

Urd had taken to blowing a few trees apart with her blasts on days that Peorth had her 'shift' with Daisen. Peorth, on her days off, would then repair all of Urd's damage. It wasn't too bad, until a certain male got involved.

A week after the idea was put into place as a final act, Urd turned violent to most people. She was moody, irritable and often drunk. Not a good combination with Urd.

As a result, Keiichi had been the subject of tremendous amounts of harassment and violence. A few times, Urd had even nailed Keiichi with a few small lightning spells.

The consequences of Urd's actions didn't make Belldandy happy at all. Keiichi had opted to stay with Megumi while things were sorted out. Belldandy was very upset at hearing this, due to the fact that Urd had caused all of it.

She had begged Keiichi to stay, since he thought of it after the fifth day. But after two more days of subjected torture, she had relented and agreed with his request. Belldandy wasn't happy at all.

To show her obvious anger and dismay, she had refused to cook and do any sort of work for the first three days after Keiichi's departure.

After the third day, she started making only breakfast for the members of the temple. She made lunch at the house, but only lunch for Keiichi, Megumi and herself; dinnertimes were spent at Megumi's apartment where she cooked for the three of them. That was the trend for almost another week as Urd finally cracked and apologized.

Megumi had thoroughly enjoyed the experience, and asked if she could start coming over again for a few meals. Belldandy agreed, much to her delight.

It seemed as if Belldandy was a set of two different people during this entire occurrence. One that was angry and a bit sour towards her sister and wanted to avoid the temple; and one that was sweet and caring for Keiichi and his sister, as always.

One could only guess if she was in a good or bad mood at the start of the day. Both Keiichi and Belldandy enjoyed the small time away from the temple, as it gave them ample time to simply relax without worrying about things.

When Keiichi returned, it had taken almost a month for things to settle down. During that month, Keiichi had purchased and hidden a small item in a small box.

No one had any idea about it or if he was even planning anything. The only one who had an idea was Belldandy, and even then she wasn't completely sure of what he was up to.

Keiichi had to make sure everything was absolutely perfect before acting.

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Another couple of weeks passed, and it was now towards the later parts of Fall. A season of many beautiful colors and life.

Keiichi had asked Belldandy out to dinner after his next day of work on Wednesday, giving them time for a wonderful afternoon together. A night on the town.

He had tried to dress as formal as he could, since the both of them were going to a more expensive and well-known restaurant, but he had to settle for the suit Urd had made him for his original job interview with Imai's boss. A boss that was now his boss as well.

As the two were seated, Belldandy looked around at her current surroundings.

"Are you sure about this, Keiichi?"

Keiichi simply nodded, "It's fine Belldandy. I've never really taken you out like this before, so let's just enjoy it."

Belldandy smiled and nodded to him. As the waiter came, the two placed their meal and drink orders. Keiichi had gone with an order of lobster boiled in saké, while Belldandy had requested some sweet dumplings with rice combination platter of puffer fish, lobster and crab. Both had simply kept their drinks to water and a cup of Darjeeling tea.

After placing their orders, they shared small talk about random things that were going on, as well as a few funny stories that happened at the temple and Keiichi's work place.

When the meal arrived a good 20 minutes later, the two continued their small talk while eating their orders. After a few minutes though, they simply were content to eat in silence as they both gazed at each other.

After dinner, Keiichi had asked Belldandy if she would enjoy a nice walk in the park before heading back to the temple. She had agreed whole-heartedly. She enjoyed taking small walks with Keiichi, no matter where they were. She hadn't really gone with him on a walk for almost four, maybe five months. Previous to that were the walks they shared when Marron was a resident at the temple.

After a close and quiet walk through the park, with the sakura blossoms shedding the last traces of the latest bloom, the two returned to Keiichi's BMW.

"Thank you for the night, Keiichi. I enjoyed it very much. Hopefully you did as well?"

Keiichi smiled at her and nodded, "Yes Belldandy, I always enjoy getting to spend time with you alone like this. Thank you for letting me take you out."

Belldandy slowly wrapped her arms around him and smiled. The typical kiss soon followed afterward. A long and tender kiss that both of them enjoyed both giving and receiving.

As they drove back to the temple, Belldandy was smiling dreamily as Keiichi concentrated on driving. She had once asked him about getting a car, but he objected to it saying that he enjoyed the rides he took on his bike. Plus, the bike had been his trusty partner for numerous years, and he would never willingly part with it.

As they pulled up to the temple, Keiichi became visibly nervous and even agitated. Belldandy laid a reassuring hand on his hand and shoulder and smiled at him. As Keiichi got off and helped Belldandy out of the sidecar, he made a strange request.

"Belldandy, could you stay here for a moment? I have something for you."

And with that, Keiichi disappeared into the house.

A/N: Bet you can all guess what comes next…yea, yea. Call it cheesy and overdone, but oh well. Thinking about what I said last chapter, I might have cut short the idea a little bit. 4 or 5 chapters sounds too short. It'll most likely be 7 or 8…I hope. Read on, brave ones!

On a completely unrelated note…Chapter 205 of the AMG manga is sweet! Belldandy actually does look pissed off in a few cells.