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"Happy is the man who finds a true friend, and far happier is he who finds that true friend in his wife."
Chapter 13:-
Takumi stared at her as she made her announcement about them getting married as if it was no big deal to her rather than just getting the deal done and be over with it.
"Misaki are you crazy?" This was the best reason he could come up with for her sudden behavior. One moment they were sitting just loving the feel of each other and then all of a sudden she goes around and says something like this.
"I think you're the crazy one here."
Takumi narrowed his eyes and couldn't help but say "Yes crazy in love with you but not crazy enough to not understand anything."
"What would you do without me." she murmured under her breath.
"Misaki, care to explain yourself." He said in an impatient voice.
She huffed and sat down on the chair she had previously occupied and gestured for him to do the same. "Well don't you need to save your company now, all the hard work you had put into it, don't tell me you're going to let it go to waste just because of a planned wedding?"
He raised his eyebrow in question.
"Takumi we need to get married tonight or else you will lose everything tomorrow." she replied calmly but her voice held something much deeper, much more ten what she was letting on.
He looked at her for some silent minutes, trying to understand what she was not showing. "What are you planning Misaki."
She made a surprised face and started, "Not-"
"Don't even try Misaki."
She stood up, grabbed his hand and pulled him along with her. "Just wait and watch."
Hours Later…
Takumi couldn't believe his luck, how things had changed for him in just a someone had asked him a week ago what he would be doing right now he would have answered, "Just sitting in my office going through paperwork" or maybe his answer would have been "just laying around in my apartment having a drink."
But not in his wildest dream could he have known that he would be a married man and married to none other than his secretary.
His secretary.
Whom he had known for only a week.
Yes the very woman he loved so damn much.
Misaki… his Misaki, his wife, his for life. Misaki Walker.
Just that name on his lips was enough to make him smile like an idiot and a happy idiot. Misaki was just sitting beside him in his car as they drove to Walker mansion to let everyone know about their marriage.
She had planned something he was unaware of but he knew that whatever she did would be for him.
"Seriously Takumi, you're creeping me out."
"Hmm?"
"Just stop smiling like that, it's not like you to smile so much. You are supposed to be dark and brooding like the devil CEO I know of."
That made him chuckle and he gave her a side glance which was full of hidden notions that made her blush.
"I'm afraid you're the one who has tarnished my reputation Mrs. Walker."
Misaki turned her head around to hide the fierce blush decorating her cheeks. "perverted idiot..." she mumbled.
"Only for you my dear wife." He replied raising her hand to his lips and kissing the back of it.
This playful side of Takumi was completely new for Misaki and she was having a devil's time dealing with him, she did not blush, turn away or stutter but he made her do all of these things.
Why do I feel so nervous?
"Love does that to a person." A voice whispered inside her head.
And now that they were married she had given him all the rights he had on her and she knew that he was the only one for her because no one else made her act this way and only Takumi would ever have the ability to do so.
Another reason why she was nervous… well it was their first night together as a married couple and after everything was sorted out they will be together alone..
Even the thought made her shiver.
"Misaki are you cold?"
"Huh?"his voice made her snap out of her thoughts and she realized that they had stopped. "No I'm fine."
He gave her an 'I-don't-think-so' look but didn't argue any further and helped her out of the car. This was her first time visiting Walker mansion and meeting his mother but hearing about all the details of his childhood she held no emotions for this place.
Not even wonder or fascination just a sad feeling.
How had Takumi lived in such a huge place all alone.
Without any words she just placed her hand in the crook of his elbow and hugged it close, looking up at him she could see him smile down at her and that was all the strength she needed.
Taking in a deep breath she said, "Let's go then hubby."
Hand in hand they made their way inside the manor, even though Takumi had always hated this place for the sense of longing it created within him today he was not assaulted by long forgotten or buried emotions.
Realizing that with Misaki by his side things were slowly healing and he was letting go of those hurtful memories he chuckled and shook his head.
"So have you finally lost it?" he heard Misaki who had a weird expression on her face.
"Yes finally I'm losing every hurtful memory, Thank you." He replied with a sweet smile which only made her roll her eyes at him making him grin.
As they crossed the front gate a butler was there to greet them. At that Misaki raised an eyebrow but didn't comment.
"Robert… Lead us toward your Mistress." Takumi said in a matter of fact voice, all the previous love and emotion gone from his voice.
As the but- Robert- led them away she whispered, "Seriously you rich people are just so annoying."
He smiled and whispered back, "Careful Mrs. Walker you're one of us now." At that Misaki could do nothing but huff and raise her nose a little in denial.
"Now now, your fangs are showing." He said with a playful wink in her direction making her even more irritated.
They were shown into a room- more like a library of some sort. A little fire was burning giving the library a shadowy feel, like a great many secrets were hidden here.
The perfect place to have this conversation. She thought with a mild shake of her head.
"Takumi..." She heard a voice from the desk n the center of the room and looked toward it. "What brings you here? Not something pleasant I suppose."
"Patricia Walker." Takumi replied back upon which the older woman sighed.
"Its mother for you."
Takumi snorted. "When have you actually done the role of a mother in my life? Lets recall those events shall we if you're so insistent on being called my mother."
The woman only narrowed her eyes in response and the cold look in her eyes was enough of an answer.
"Yes well I thought so." Takumi murmured.
"Why are you here?" She asked and that look could have make any man quiver but not her husband. He stood his ground.
"Of course to take back what's mine."
Patricia chuckled and looked at the time. "Aren't you a little late for that dear son. Your one week is already over and done with, if only you had paid more attention to what the clauses in that will implied this would never had happened."
"Don't call me your son." He snapped, "and what the hell does that mean?"
"What I mean is-" she paused with that evil smile on her face "-Your time is up. It's past 12 and your one week is over, now everything of yours I-"
She stopped mid sentence when she heard someone cough behind Takumi, up till now she had not seen that there was someone else with him but now that she paid attention she could see the figure of a woman standing along him.
"Don't tell me..." She trailed off as Misaki came forward.
"Hello Mrs. Walker. "She greeted with a polite smile at first but then her expression changed and whatever it was in her eyes made Patricia gasp, "or should I call you Mother-in-law though you don't deserve that title to be honest."
For a moment she sat still but when the news finally registered in her mind she bolted out of her chair and slammed the desk in sheer outrage. "How dare you talk to me like that."
Misaki smiled, that cute innocent smile but Takumi knew better what lurked behind that smile and a shiver ran down his spine. His mother didn't know who she was up against, Misaki as not a foe to be taken lightly.
He had learned that the hard way and so will his mother.
"I talk to people the way they deserve it and you have done nothing to earn my or my husband's respect my dear Mother-in-law." She spat the word mother-in-law like it was venom.
Patricia colored in rage, sheer and unadulterated rage but Misaki was better at this game so she stood tall and proud like nothing in this world could bring her down.
"Do you even know who you are talking to little girl."
She smirked, confidently turned around and went to stand beside Takumi, linked their hands together. "To the person who has no emotions whatsoever, to a wife who played with her spouse's emotions and to a mother who never gave a thought to her children's welfare."
"Now do you know who you are talking to? I'm the woman who married your son because I love him and can give him all the happiness which you should have given him. I'm the wife of the CEO of Walker corporation who have worldwide fame."
Patricia's hands curled into fists and she was more than ready to murder Misaki but she had lost every chance she had and lost this game badly.
"According to the will, Takumi had to get married in a week- which he did- and is very happy with that decision instead of being disappointed and hurt." Misaki continued and to be honest she was really enjoying herself.
This woman had made Takumi's life hell for him even as a child but no longer will she have that advantage over him, no longer will anyone hurt him or make him feel unwanted.
"Now you see how things stand and I finally have the freedom I have desired." He told his mother, "No more strings will be pulled behind my back."
"You can't do this to me." Patricia said unable to believe what was happening, no she had never wanted for such a thing to happen. If Takumi was freed how will she survive?
"This cannot be happening." She shouted, "No something is wrong, you cannot do this to me. I'm your mother Takumi."
Takumi shook his head and turned around, "Only in name, no more than that."
With that the two of them walked out of the library never once glancing back at the women who kept on refusing to believe that things could turn out this way.
All of a sudden Takumi stopped and grabbing hold of Misaki's hand turned her in another direction.
"Takumi? Where are we going?"
"We have one last business to finish." He told Misaki and lead her inside the kitchen.
"What is that we have to do in the Kitchen?"
But Takumi had walked ahead of her so she just followed him and as she reached him was transfixed by the sight in front of her. He was hugging an older woman who looked to be very sweet and loving and the way she held Takumi any one could see how much she cared for him and suddenly she realized who this person could be.
She reached forward and the woman looked at her in surprise and than for assurance looked back at him in response to which he nodded.
"Oh my..." This was said with so much emotion as she could see the tears in her eyes.
"It's a pleasure to meet you Nina-san." Misaki told her with a smile and was left amazed when the woman suddenly hugged her.
"I never thought I would be able to see this day Taku dear." She said while hugging Misaki.
Takumi grimaced at that name while Misaki couldn't help but giggle. "Taku dear huh Takumi, That really suits you." He glared at her which only made the two woman laugh loudly so he could do nothing but shrug.
A while passed as the two of them described everything that had happened to the older lady, while explanations were in order so was another thing. "I would please me immensely if you would come and be a part of my family Nina-san."
Family… yes that is what they would be.
Misaki nodded in approval which bought fresh tears to her eyes. "You have no idea how much the thought means to me my child but I can no longer leave this place it holds too much for me to leave."
A sadness made itself visible in his eyes but respecting her decision he gave her a small smile and nodded in understanding.
"We understand but if you ever need someone remember that you have a son waiting for you."
Soon after that the two of them took their leave; ready to start their new life. So much had changed in such a short amount of time. The two of them got inside the car both lost in their own thoughts, only now did the full severity of the situation fell upon the two of them.
A Few Hours Back…
He looked at her for some silent minutes, trying to understand what she was not showing. "What are you planning Misaki."
She made a surprised face and started, "Not-"
"Don't even try Misaki."
She stood up grabbed his hand and pulled him along with her. "Just wait and watch."
He silently followed her out of the office, completely blank. He had no idea what she was planning but had complete faith in her so yes he silently followed her.
For them it may be normal that Misaki was pulling him along -The devil CEO- but for others it was a sight they may never get to experience again. Every single employ was shocked by how their boss was being dragged around but no one dared point it out in front of him.
Sakura and Shizuko were also left speechless by this display and had no idea what was happening. "Tell me I'm not dreaming or else this cannot be happening." Sakura whispered and was met with only silence.
As soon as the two of them exited the office, it seemed that a volcano had erupted and there was chaos everywhere.
Misaki and Takumi sat inside the car where a driver was already waiting and as they settled in she gave him the directions and he started driving leaving Takumi stunned.
When did she get all this done?
Suddenly she turned towards him and said, "First we need to talk to mom and then have a simple ceremony, I hope you have no problem with that."
"I- Uh, no bu-" He tried but she waved a hand at him.
"Then its settled, after all every minute is important right now."
He just dumbly nodded in return not understanding where she was getting at. "We would also need two witness, have anyone in mind?" she asked him and he answered without giving it much thought.
"Kanou can do that part."
She nodded and replied, "Aoi can be the second witness. Anyone important you need to call to your wedding?" She asked it as such a matter of fact that he could do nothing but shake his head in response.
"Alright."
By that time they had reached her house and promptly got outside the car. She rang and the door opened in a minute and he was greeted by the sight of her mother, someone who looked like a copy of Misaki just a little older and more sweeter.
No offense on his part.
In a few minutes they were seated inside, introductions were made and then silence. No one tried to break this silence and then without any hint or decorum Misaki blurted out.
"Mom we're getting married. Today- no I mean in a few hours and would like your blessings."
That expression on his face was priceless and Misaki would have laughed out loud if not for the severity of the situation. Her mother blinked.
Once…
Twice...
She tilted her head in his direction, looked at him for a few seconds and then smiled. A smile that melted all of his nerves and he could once again breath properly.
One of these days Misaki is going to be the death of me.
"Congratulation in that case. I am invited right Misa-chan." She told them very sweetly which had Misaki jumping out of her place.
She was wide eyed, "Just like that? No explanations or lecture that its very sudden I should think this through? Nothing at all?"
Her mother chuckled and shook her head. "Why Misaki. I know you are a smart woman and whatever you have decided I'll stand beside you."
Misaki opened her mouth to protest but nothing came out so she just smiled. "Thank you mother."
"I love you dear always keep that in mind and Takumi-" At that he looked up at her and couldn't hide that awed expression or the tears in his eyes, "- Welcome to the family dear. Take care of my daughter."
He could do nothing but nod in response.
"Now get along you have a lot to take care of." She told them and pushed them outside but gave them one last hug. "I'm so happy for the two of you."
Once the two of them stood outside the front gate they looked at each other and erupted into laughter, "Your mother is really something else I must say Misaki."
She nodded in response.
After that the two of them sat inside the car and pulled out their cell phones. "Time to call our witnesses." Misaki called Aoi and Takumi called Kanou, they told them about their upcoming nuptials and could feel that they were both utterly shocked.
Shocked yes but only for one reason, which would be that they were getting married so soon. Once they got over the shock the happy vibes could be felt even from such a distance.
"So Misaki plan successful huh." Aoi said cheekily and Misaki couldn't help but laugh while Takumi just started at her in wonder. "So would you need a wedding dress?" At this Misaki thought for a moment and then declined.
After they were finished she turned towards Takumi and was surprised to see the expression on his face. "What's wrong?"
"Don't you think all of this is too sudden? You deserve much better Misaki… you deserve perfection." He told her. For a few minutes she just contemplated his question and then looked into his eyes which were already fixed on her.
"You know Takumi I was supposed to marry Tora but then you came into my life and things just kept getting out of my control and I had never expected all of this to happen, for me what's important is that we are getting married even if it's like this."
Takumi just gazed into her eyes and took in everything she had just said. "You Ayuzawa Misaki are an amazing woman and I'm lucky to have you by my side."
"Well of course you are Walker Takumi, never doubt that."
Soon after that they were at the court signing their names on the marriage register which would bound them to one another for the rest of their lives.
Back To The Present...
The silence in the car was deafening and one of them had to break it.
"So where to Mr. Walker?" She asked turning around looking straight at him and that was all to break the silence which hung around them.
"Are you that eager my dear bride." He asked with a smirk, a devilish smirk which could make anyone's heart flutter and Misaki was no exception. She tried to control the blush that spread across her cheeks but could do nothing about it.
"Will you ever stop being a pervert Takumi." She questioned but the smile she had was so sweet he couldn't help but lean in and whisper, "For you my darling never ever."
That made her blush even harder which only made Takumi tease her more. Slowly ever so slowly he leaned down so that he was inches away from her and looked directly into her eyes, "I love it more than anything when you blush like that for me, a part about you that no one is aware of."
His hand came to caress her cheek lovingly, "You look so adorable blushing like that, I want to do so much more only to see how deep can you blush for me." That only served to make her even more red and close her eyes.
"GOD Misaki…" his thumb traced her lower lip, and finally he kissed her with only one thought going through his mind.
Mine…
Misaki lost her impulse to speak, she was totally lost in the kiss unable to think a rational thought. A few moments passed as they tried to regain their breathing and get a hold of their emotions.
"We should get going after all, I have a lot of exploring to do tonight." This statement was enough to melt her heart and pick up speed at the same time. If things kept on going like this she would get burned soon.
Misaki shivered. His voice was doing things she never thought could happen to her and what was more dangerous was that she loved it but being the only one who was nervous was driving get mad.
"Do we have to leave immediately?" She asked in a super sweet voice looking up at him with those deep Amber eyes of her which could see straight in his soul.
"Yes we need to leave now Misaki."
She smiled up at him and there was a spark in her eyes he couldn't quite put into words but still it sent shivers through him not the unpleasant ones but the ones that make you wish for more. He closed her eyes for a moment so that he could settle his emotions.
Misaki was the only woman who could rile him up with just a few words but he won't let the favor go without returning it back.
"All of these smart remarks," he whispered in that deep unfair voice of his "be careful that they don't prove too much for you later."
With that last comment he started the engine and drove off.
"Let's go home dear wife o' mine."
So What do you think guys? Make sure to Review I'm so looking forward to what you guys have to say and this would be the last chapter just one more epilogue chapter left but for those of you who want a wedding night I'll be making a one-shot " In your Arms~" so remember to check it out.
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