So relaxing to write... I love looking at pretty pictures of clothes and jewelry.

Chapter 2: Mrs. Walker

Waking up on a Saturday morning was the best feeling ever. Misaki got to enjoy having Takumi around for the entire day. She laid in bed feeling Takumi's warm breath on her neck and his strong arms around her. She gently placed her hands over his.

Married to Takumi Walker, the love of her life. Misaki still thought it was a dream sometimes but the two rings on her nightstand reminded her that this was reality.

A silver ring with a single diamond was her engagement ring and a set of five diamonds on a white gold band was her wedding ring.

"What are you looking at...?" Takumi asked.

"How did you know I was awake?" Misaki had her back to him.

"A good husband knows his wife's habits in bed," Takumi teased.

Misaki blushed. "What habits then?" she asked.

"Secret..." Takumi said kissing her neck.

Misaki smiled. "I thought we had no secrets with each other,"

"No secrets huh? Do you ever have dirty thoughts about me?"

Misaki jerked up. "Alright, you perverted alien!" she exclaimed. "I am not going to answer that!" Misaki scooped up her clothes off the floor and locked the bathroom door.

The bathroom was done in black and white marble. There was a sink with a large counter. The counter neatly held Misaki's toiletries and makeup along with Takumi's things. A mirror stretched the length of the counter. The bathtub was built into the floor. Three steps led you to the wide marble tub. There was a wide platform around the tub to place scented candles, and a drink maybe. Misaki turned the taps on and waited for the tub to fill up. There was a shower head but Misaki enjoyed taking baths. She scanned the tiny shelf of bath products. She poured in some vanilla bubble bath and some cinnamon scented bath oil. Misaki wafted the delicious blend of scents to her face.

She turned off the taps and sank into the warm water. "This feels so good..." Misaki sighed leaning back.

Takumi usually used the hall bathroom. He just took a quick shower but Misaki liked starting her day with a relaxing bath. It soothed her and brightened her spirits. This was going to be a good Saturday.

After Misaki finished, she wrapped her robe around herself and drained the tub. The bathroom scented of vanilla and cinnamon but Misaki could smell breakfast downstairs. She brushed her hair and changed into her silk dressing robe.

"Good morning," Takumi said setting a cup of tea on the table for Misaki. Misaki smiled and sat down.

"What are you making...?" she asked.

"French toast and scrambled eggs," Takumi announced, setting the plate before her.

"Wow, this looks so good," Misaki complemented.

Takumi sipped his coffee and sat across from her. "Any big plans for today...?" he asked.

"Not that I know of..." Misaki said taking a bite of her breakfast. "Do you have anything you want to do?"

"Not exactly," Takumi said taking a bite of his own breakfast. "We can just have a quiet Saturday."

"I like the sound of that," Misaki agreed.

"I can wash the dishes," Misaki offered when they both finished.

"No, I got them," Takumi said.

They both exchanged a look and then childishly sprinted to the sink.

"I win," Takumi said turning the faucet on. "I get to wash the dishes!" he sang.

Misaki laughed as Takumi playfully pushed her aside. "You're mean..." she accused.

"For not letting you lift a finger? Sorry looks like I'll have to be mean then," he said kissing her on the forehead.

Misaki hugged Takumi's back as he washed and dried the dishes.

"Alright, beautiful," he said scooping her up in his arms. "What to do now- You smell really good," he noted.

Misaki laughed. "What do I smell like..?"

Takumi dramatically inhaled and nuzzled her neck. "Cinnamon and...vanilla?" he guessed.

"Correct," Misaki said.

"Do I get a prize...?"

"Sure," Misaki said pressing her lips against his. Takumi carried her back to the living room and laid her down on a couch.

"What's the rush...?" he asked as Misaki unbuttoned his shirt.

"Oh I don't know-"

The house phone rang.

Takumi groaned. "I see the rush now..." he muttered.

"You totally jinxed that," Misaki teased.

"We have an answering machine..." Takumi reminded her. He began kissing her again.

"Misaki!" the answering machine picked up. "Misaki, pick up right now. This is Sakura! It's really important! PICK UP! I know you and Takumi are home,"

"Sakura," another muffled voice was heard. "They're still newlyweds. What better way to spend a Saturday than in bed..?"

"Shut up, Kuuga. Misaki wouldn't do that to me. We're best friends. She wouldn't desert me at a time like this"

Misaki sighed and got up from the couch. "Now I have to go pick up..." Misaki said. "Hello Sakura?" Misaki said into the phone.

"Misaki! I knew you'd pick up. We really need to go shopping today! Risa is hosting an environmental event tonight and we have to go. The dress code is formal and green. I don't own a green dress!"

"Calm down Sakura," Misaki soothed. "Are you sure you don't own a green dress? Did you check your entire walk in closet?"

"Yes!" Sakura said. "Nothing formal and green"

"Alright," Misaki said. "I'll come with. Did you call Ruri?"

"Yeah I called her first. Her and Tora are going earlier. Bring Takumi!" Sakura added.

"But I already have a green dress," Misaki complained. "Remember I wore it to that event in the spring"

"Just buy another one. A girl needs a few green dresses anyways" Sakura said. "See you in a half an hour pronto at the department store!"

"Sak-" the line went dead. Misaki hung up the phone. "So much for quiet Saturday. There's apparently an event we have to go to tonight," she told Takumi.

"And you need a green dress?" Takumi asked.

"Yeah but I already have one. You know the pale green one made of silk?"

"Well you could get a different one," Takumi said rubbing her shoulders. "Have fun with the shopping?"

"I guess. You have to come too,"

"Do I?"

"Yes, Sakura said Tora and Kuuga are all going"

"Very well, anything for you," Takumi said. "You might want to get ready," he said gesturing to Misaki's dressing robe.

"Right..." Misaki said sprinting up the stairs. She never knew what to wear...there was just too many choices. She clasped on a strapless bra and grabbed a random pair of panties. "Clothes clothes clothes..." she muttered to herself. She decided on a denim skirt and a black cotton shirt with a silver rose design on it. She wore a pair of gold heeled sandals. Gold went with green right?

"Makeup..." Misaki said scanning her counter. How does Sakura expect her to be ready in half an hour and for her to look her best at the same time. Misaki applied some nude lipstick and concealer. A spritz of perfume and a dab of mascara.

"Take your time," Takumi said watching Misaki run from one room to the other. Takumi stood by the door holding Misaki's purse and sunglasses in each hand.

"Thanks, honey," Misaki said, taking them from him. "Your car or mine?"

"Lets take mine," Takumi said opening the car door. Misaki slid in and Takumi closed the door. Takumi was a good driver. Misaki and him made it to the store in no time.

"Mr and Mrs. Walker," a sale lady greeted very politely. "Your company is already here," the lady said showing them to the back of the store. "My name is Maria and I will be assisting Mrs. Walker today."

"Hello Maria," Misaki greeted. "Sakura, Ruri," she said hugging her friends.

"Late but reasonably dressed," Sakura said patting Misaki on the back. "Let's get started. We only have a few hours,"

There were three sales assistants in total; Maria, Lulu and Taiga.

"So what will it be for today ladies?" Maria asked.

"Green and formal dresses," Sakura told them. "And possibly some accessories...?" she said looking at Kuuga.

"Sky's the limit..." Kuuga said, sitting in a comfy seat. "You got something to drink?" he asked.

"Yes yes," Lulu said. "Grace!" she called. "The VIPs are here!" she announced.

Misaki found it so funny how they were VIPs anywhere they went. All she had to do was tell them her name even if she'd never been to the place before.

Grace came with a tray of champagne and delicate glasses. Kuuga took a glass and sipped it.

"Here are some selections," Maria said with a bunch of dresses in her arms.

Misaki sighed. Time to get started... She stepped into the dressing room and hung up her clothes on the hook. The first dress was a lime green silk. It had elegant beading along the hem and was floor length.

Misaki stepped out and onto the small block. There were large mirrors for Misaki to study the long dress. Sakura and Ruri got dressed and stepped out too.

"That's cute," Misaki said.

Sakura twirled. "Very light...but I need a bit more bling,"

The saleswomen were practically taking notes on every word they said.

"You look beautiful," Takumi said.

Misaki smoothed down the skirt. "I don't really...like the color," Misaki said sheepishly.

"Oh no that's fine," Maria said immediately. "We have plenty more. Please we want you to be 100% satisfied."

The girls stepped back into the stalls and tried on the next dress.

"No," Takumi said as soon as Misaki stepped out.

Misaki blushed. The dress was really short and completely backless.

"Come on Takumi," Tora said. "Maybe Misaki likes this one."

"It's sexy," Ruri said studying Misaki's dress.

"Maybe you should try it on," Tora encouraged.

"Your wife can wear it but mine can't," Takumi said.

"It's alright," Misaki said placing her hands on his shoulders. "I wasn't going to pick this one anyways."

Takumi smiled. "Good," he said, kissing her hand.

"Can you two keep your hands off each other for a few hours..." Kuuga muttered.

Tora laughed. "Young love..." he said as if he wasn't the same age as everyone here.

Misaki yet again stepped back into the dressing room with a new dress in hand.

"I like this one," Takumi said.

Misaki looked in the mirror. There was too many jewels and bedazzles on it. "I want something simpler," she said. "Sakura, maybe they have this dress in your size."

Sakura studied the dress. "Yes, I like this dress. Can I get one too?"

"Of course," Lulu said. "I'll get it right away," she said rushing off.

"What's wrong with that one?" Takumi asked. "It really nice."

"Too much bling..."

The next one Misaki really liked. It was olive green and strapless. However it had long sleeves made of out lace and a boat neck. The dress was modest but sexy at the same time with the lace.

"This is the viscose jersey dress with lace detail by Gucci," Maria told Misaki.

"Takumi, I think I want this one,"

"Alright, do you want a bracelet to go with that?"

"No, I have bracelets at home."

"Would you like to look at our selection anyways?" Maria asked.

"Sure," Takumi said. "And anything else that would go with the dress."

"This is so elegant," Sakura complemented. "The lace is very nature like too!"

Maria came back with a large tray of jewelry. "The very best we have to offer," she said setting it down on the table.

"This goes well with your dress," Takumi said holding up a large glittery gold bangle.

Misaki sat on the arm of the chair. Takumi offered her a sip of his champagne. "I already have those."

"I don't think you have any in rose gold..."

"I can't tell the difference..."

"Alright..." Takumi said. "But we have to buy this," he said smugly holding up a necklace. The pendant was the letter "T."

"T for Takumi?"

"Or for Tora," Tora joked.

Misaki let her husband put the necklace around her neck. "Beautiful," he said. "We'll take these two items," Takumi said to Maria, handing her his credit card.

"How much are these?" Misaki asked. There wasn't even a tag...

"Don't worry about it, sweetheart," Takumi said waving off Maria.

After they finished, the couples grabbed a bit of dinner to eat and then Misaki and Takumi went home to get Misaki some jewelry and for Takumi to change.

The name "Walker" somehow got you an appointment at a salon without waiting. Misaki got her hair and makeup done. Her hair was curled and then but into loose bun. The bun was then pinned with some gold flowers to add to the nature look. The makeup was natural and light.

"You seem nervous," Takumi said, placing Misaki's hand on his arm.

"These fancy events always make me nervous..." Misaki muttered.

Takumi patted her hand. He was wearing a white button down with a silver vest which went very well with his eyes. Misaki let Takumi gently kiss her lips.

"We can always bail early," he reminded her as they walked up to a mansion.

"Name?" the man at the front door asked.

"Walker,"

The man scanned his list. "Right this way," he said showing them to the large backyard. It was lit with candles and the garden was in full bloom.

"Misaki!" a voice called.

"Risa," Misaki greeted, hugging the girl.

"So glad you could make it! Hello Mr. Walker," she greeted. "That green dress is stunning on you!"

"Thank you, you look very nice too," Misaki said, smiling. Right now she wasn't Ayuzawa Misaki but Misaki Walker... Wife of the powerful CEO of Walker Corporations.

"What do we do now?" Misaki asked Sakura.

"There are a bunch of stands here to buy stuff. Apparently all the money is going to an environmental fund," Sakura explained.

"Why isn't it Misaki Walker," a model like girl said hugging Misaki with one arm and a drink in the other.

"How have you been?" Misaki said returning the hug.

"Oh wonderful. Thank you or asking, dear."

Misaki just smiled and nodded.

"Want to go look at the stands?" Takumi asked. Misaki nodded and walked over to the booths.

"Oh these are pretty," Misaki said admiring the glass beads.

"They're hand made," Takumi said reading the sign.

"Buy a strand?" the woman said holding up a necklace of blue and silver beads.

"This one's nice," Takumi said pointing to a bracelet with red and gold square beads.

"Only $40," the woman told them.

"$40?!" Misaki exclaimed. For a bracelet?

Takumi laughed and wrapped an arm around her waist.

"Mrs. Walker, I'm glad you approve of our prices. They're actually very cheap and it's all going to a charity." the woman said, bustling around.

Misaki gave a sheepish smile. She actually thought $40 was a lot for a glass bracelet...

"Surely it's nothing compared to your beautiful Gucci dress, that color looks stunning on you," the woman added

"How much was the dress..?" Misaki whispered to Takumi.

"Don't worry about it," Takumi said. "We'll take the red bracelet, the blue necklace and the purple one," he told the woman, handing over a wad of bills.

Misaki elbowed Takumi.

Takumi placed a finger on her lips "My treat," he said.

Misaki picked up the pretty white and silver bag at the counter. "How much do you think this dress would have cost...?" she asked the woman.

"It's one from the newest Gucci collection...at least $2000. Mrs. Walker has excellent taste in fashion," the woman said matter of factly.

Misaki was ready to strangle Takumi. Such an expensive dress! Misaki couldn't believe she was wearing a month's rent of her old apartment on her back right now.

Misaki grabbed a champagne flute from a waiter and downed it. Misaki felt someone bump into her.

"Excuse me!" a voice exclaimed.

Misaki moved to the side.

"Watch where you're going!" the woman snapped. She was wearing a glittery dress with her brown hair piled up in a bun.

"Sorry..." Misaki said, wanting to avoid confrontation.

"Who are you?!" the woman demanded. Someone was having a bad day...

"My name is Misaki,"

"Were you even invited? I don't think I know you and believe me I know every important person out there,"

"I was invited by Risa," Misaki said calmly.

"No way...I don't even see you at the big parties!" the woman snapped.

"Lucy!" a voice exclaimed. Two other women rushed to her side.

"Hello Misaki," the two greeted.

Misaki smiled and nodded. She had seen those two around before.

"You know this loser..?" Lucy asked.

Both women gasped. "Lucy, you're drunk..." one said. "This is Misaki Walker you're talking to!" she hissed.

"Lucy is drunk, Misaki," the other one said. "I'm really sorry. I'm sure she didn't mean to be so rude to you,"

"Who the hell is Misaki Walker?!" Lucy demanded.

"Mrs. Walker..?" her friend said, shaking her head. "Mrs. Takumi Walker? The wife of the CEO of Walker Corporations?! You're such an idiot or you're wasted beyond belief..."

Both women apologized to Misaki a dozen times but Misaki assured them it was alright.

"Hey sweetheart, there you are," Takumi said putting an arm around her shoulder. "Where have you been?"

"Just looking around," Misaki said leaning her head against his shoulder.

"You alright?" Takumi asked, feeling her forehead.

"Yeah..." Misaki said. It was amazing how people changed when they knew her name... Misaki Walker. How many people would even acknowledge her existence without her name?

"We can go home if you want. Do you want to leave?" Takumi asked, gently. His forehead wrinkling with concern.

Misaki shook her head. "What a shame to waste a $2000 dress, huh honey?" she said, shaking her head at him.

Takumi smirked. "Only the best for you,"

"Misaki!" Sakura called. "We're taking pictures. Come over here!"

Misaki smiled and walked over, careful not to trip in her heels. The three girls stood together and smiled for the camera. Kuuga took the picture on his camera. Takumi and Tora used their phones.

"Let's do couples now," Ruri said. "Takumi and Misaki first!"

Misaki blushed. "Do you have to take pictures?"

"Why not Misa Chan?" Takumi teased. "Don't like taking pictures with me?"

Misaki rolled her eyes and stood by Takumi. He pulled her tightly against him as they smiled for a picture.

"Another one!" Sakura said.

"Kiss!" Tora yelled. "Kissing picture!"

"No!" Misaki exclaimed, blushing.

"Kiss kiss!" Ruri and Sakura chanted.

Takumi chuckled and tilted Misaki's chin up. He bent down and kissed her as the flashes went off.

"Aww how cute," Sakura said looking through her phone. She had Takumi's phone in one hand and her's in the other. "I'm setting the kiss picture as your background," Sakura told Takumi.

"Alright," Takumi said, grinning.

"Sakura!" Misaki exclaimed. "That's embarrassing!"

Tora laughed. "You're married, for heavens sake. Nothing wrong with a little PDA." To prove his point he pulled Ruri over and passionately kissed her. Ruri didn't seem embarrassed at all. She wrapped her arms around her neck and kissed him with equal fervor.

"Get a room!" Kuuga called, putting his hand over Sakura's eyes.

Misaki laughed. She really wouldn't give up this life for anything. Being with her friends and her true love made her so happy. She was happier everyday then she was in all her days in her old life. Best part was that her happiness had nothing to do with money...