Ah! My Goddess: Keiichi's Uneasiness - Chapter 2 of my
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Ah My Goddess - Keiichi's Uneasiness
by ~gamera68
Ah! My Goddess: Keiichi's Uneasiness
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Part 2 of my Ah! My Goddess Fanfic. Written by Gamera68.
All characters created by Kosuke Fujishima. No copyright infringement is intended.
The following work is fiction, and is rated M for mature themes.
Out Of Character Belldandy - for those who said she was not being herself.
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The clock on his desk read 7:21 AM. It was Monday morning. Keiichi's thoughts played back in his mind. Every event from yesterday was a mild blur. He still could not accept the fact that Belldandy said yes. She was now more than just his Goddess, let alone his girlfriend. No, she was now his fiance'. A mild blush grew across his cheeks. Then it hit him like a ton of bricks. Belldandy was going to break the 'good news' to her younger sister Skuld today. He rapidly sprang up from his futon, sending his blanket flying across the room at supersonic speed. 'I need to talk to Belldandy, now.' he thought to himself, unsure if she was awake yet. He glanced sideways at the clock again, to double check the time. 7:25 AM it glared back at him with its bright red face. 'Maybe I'll wait a bit...' he thought to himself. '....it's too early, and she had an emotion-filled day...' he continued, as if no one was listening to the thoughts in his head. Well, Belldandy has been known to read his emotions and thoughts from time to time.
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He decided he would wait a while, seeing as he had no classes today, and he was off from work at Whirlwind. But he knew he had to talk to her as soon as humanly possible. He plopped back down into his futon after retrieving his blanket from the other side of his bedroom, where it landed. His mind was too active to get any more slumber. He was a nervous wreck, just imagining what kind of device Skuld would use against him, knowing that he and Belldandy were now engaged to be married. He quietly calmed himself down by remembering how affectionate Belldandy was yesterday. In the hallway by the front door. In the bathtub. The way her pure white silky skin felt against his own. Her ample breasts on his back. He started to get aroused again. He shut his brain off from anymore memories and turned over. A massive smile parted his lips. He snored. He was content knowing that he and Belldandy would spend the rest of their lives together. Life was going well, or so he thought, as he drifted back to sleep.
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9:41 AM. Keiichi sprang out of bed. 'Crap' he screamed to himself. 'I over slept!!' Knowing now that Belldandy was up, as he heard chit-chat creeping down the hallway from the living room. It was too late, he thought. He crawled out of his room and into the area he heard all the commotion originate from. He saw Belldandy, grinning from ear to ear. Urd was silently watching her show on the TV in the corner, with a glass of sake in one hand. Then he saw her younger sister, Skuld, sulking in the opposite corner, surrounded by a dark aura. His skin crawled when she shot him a quick devious look from across the room. "Good morning, Keiichi." said Belldandy, as she tried to brighten the mood. "Uhhh...good morning, Belldandy." She knew that Keiichi felt uneasy being in the same room as the perturbed sister in the corner. "Keiichi, would you like some breakfast and tea?" she chirped, trying to divert his attention towards her sunny disposition. "Sure, Bell. That sounds great. I'm starving.", he half-heartily replied as he hastily followed her into the kitchen.
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He pulled her aside as soon as they were out of range. "Belldandy. Please tell me that you didn't tell Skuld yet?" he pleaded to her with his big brown puppy dog eyes. "Of course I told her." She beamed back with her blinding smile. "I take it that she took it hard. I can tell that she hates me even more now.", he pouted. "Well, yes, she took it quite hard. I don't know what to do, Keiichi." she said as she shot him a semi-worried look. He affectionately held her hand. She lightly squeezed it. "It'll be OK, Bell. We'll figure something out together. I promise." he replied reassuringly. She let out a weak smile. "Thank you, my love." He hugged her tightly to let her know everything will work out. Somehow. Their good mood was expeditiously brought to a grinding halt by the telephone, ringing down the hallway. RIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIING!.....RIIIIIIIIIIIIIIING!.......RIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIING!
"I'll answer it, Bell." he promptly replied, as he dashed down the hallway.
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"Hello? Morisato residence." he answered, somewhat out of breath. "Mister Keiichi Morisato!" the voice boomed over the earpiece. He was calling. The Almighty One. Belldandy's Father. Keiichi knew right away, without even asking who it was. "Yes, sir! What can I do for you this fine morning?!" Keiichi nervously replied. "It has come to my attention that you have asked for my daughter Verðandi's hand in holy matrimony." He boomed once again back over the phone, which was reverberating in Keiichi's hand. His eyes got as big as dinner plates, and his jaw hit the floor at warp speed. He gulped, as though Mt. Fuji itself was stuck in his throat, blocking the words he wanted to answer back with. His mind went completely void for a moment, unknowing what to make of this abrupt event. ".............." Nothing came out. Keiichi's entire body froze up like a marble statue.
"Mr. Morisato? Mr. Morisato? Are you there?" Kami-sama calmly asked. Keiichi finally snapped back to reality, realizing now what must be said. A large sweat drop suddenly formed at the back of his head. "Sir. With all due respect, Belldandy and I love each other. More than any words could ever possibly describe. We have been through so much together in the past three years, and not a day passes that I can't imagine where she's not in it. You know that more than I even do. And I also acknowledge how much You love her. And how much she loves You. That is something even I could ever replace. But our love is on an utterly different plateau. I love, honor, and cherish her more than anyone in this world or any other. She completes me." Keiichi replied, with confidence in his voice. There was an extended pause. It seemed like a millennium before He spoke.
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"Keiichi. I know how much Verðandi loves you. And your sincere words have reached me. I know that you are a good, honest man. With a good heart. I also know and understand that you love Verðandi very much. This cannot be denied. I want to congratulate you, Mr. Morisato for capturing my daughter's heart, the pure virgin heart of a First Class Goddess. This is no easy feat for a mere mortal. But you are not like any mere mortal, are you Mr. Morisato? No. You are very special. Since my daughter granted your first wish, and the way you worded it, carries a very strong weight. I know when you requested your wish, you made it with unbridled sincerity, which came from your fractured heart. I see all and know all, Mr. Morisato. So I comprehend where your heart was that fateful day three years ago. Even I have been in love, and I know what it is like as well, to have your heart broken. You have my blessings to marry Verðandi, or 'Belldandy' as you pronounce her name in your native tongue. I know that you will take good care of her, and always do your utmost to love her and protect her, for all eternity. I know my daughter Verðandi is in good hands....
As for your Contract with 'Belldandy', once you two are married, it will be rendered void, as the wedding contract that binds your hearts will replace it, but worry not, Mr. Morisato. As a wedding gift, I shall leave you as you are: immortal, so that you and 'Belldandy' shall always be together, and never separated... As for Skuld, fear not. I will speak to her personally, and have her understand that she needs to let go of her 'big sister'. But that, Keiichi, that might some time. Take care, Mr. Morisato, and give my regards to 'Belldandy.' " The phone then went silent.
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Keiichi finally woke up. His head felt light as a feather...as if all his worries, doubts, and frustrations flew out the window. He had no idea how he ended up with his head in Belldandy's lap. He looked up, and there she was. His fiance' with a half-worried, half-relieved look across her face. "Keiichi, my love, are you all right?" she asked, the words shaking out as she spoke. "Belldandy?" he quizzically asked, as if he had been out of sorts for what seemed like hours. "Yes. I'm here. I came out of the kitchen and saw you here, lying on the floor here by the telephone. I was so worried when you didn't return." she lovingly replied back. "Oh, I remember now." he sleepily responded. "I answered the phone, and....it was the Almighty One. He knew about our engagement, about everything. But it's OK, Belldandy. He understood it better than I could imagine. I was a bit shocked of course, but He was OK with our decision. He mentioned that once we are married, our Contract will be replaced with our wedding certificate, but he told me that I'd still remain immortal as His wedding gift to us... And He also gave us his blessings. I guess I was rendered unconscious after hearing what He said. But I'm good, Bell. It feels like everything will be fine now." he beamed back at her, letting her know he was feeling much better. "What about Skuld, Keiichi? Do you think she will be all right as well, with our engagement?" she worriedly inquired. "He said that He'd take care of it. So we don't have to worry anymore." he softly replied. Belldandy gave him a hand up, then threw her arms around him, hugging him and nearly knocking him over once again. He chuckled, as she gave him a passionate kiss full of love and adoration. He loved her more than ever. Contract or not, they were tickled pink.
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"Keiichi - you pervert! What do you think you're doing to my big sis!?" Skuld screamed at the top of her lungs, rattling every window in the entire neighborhood. "Get your hands off her, you big jerk!!" she continued, as her voice was rambunctious enough to raise the dead. "GAAAAHH!!" he replied, as he dashed out as fast as he could, just as Skuld hurled mini-bombs in his direction, creating smoldering craters wherever they landed. Belldandy caught her by the arm as she was chasing after her fiance', who by now was out the door and hiding behind the Temple...a dust trail following him as rapidly as his feet could carry him.
"Skuld. You are not to bother or hurt Keiichi. He has done nothing wrong!" Belldandy said, with authority in her voice. Skuld froze at the tone of her big sister's words. "If you want to blame anyone, blame me for falling in love with him." she continued as her voice grew weaker, with a hint of sadness added. "Big sis..." Skuld cried, as the water works began. Belldandy held her only like a sister could, and tried her best to comfort the youngest Norn. Skuld's shoulders shook as she continued to weep involuntary. "Skuld," Belldandy said in her sweetest voice. "Keiichi and I love each other very much, and it was my decision to say yes when he asked me to be his wife." she continued, as she lovingly admired the sterling silver engagement ring on her dainty left ring finger. "But, Big sis...you can't...he's...." Skuld protested emphatically, as she tried to get out of Belldandy's crushing bear hug.
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"Skuld!" Belldandy shot back, sounding like she was about to start World War Three. Calmly now, she said: "Not another word, Skuld. Father called a while ago and spoke to Keiichi personally. He understands everything we have been through together since day one. He knows how deeply in love we are. And He gave His blessing to us. He wants us to be happy, Skuld. Can you not be happy for me as well?" Belldandy continued as she was on the verge of tears.
Mostly for the way she spoke to her little sister, Skuld, who looks up to her and admires her so very much. The big sister who she loves more than anything in the entire universe. The big sister who fell in love with a mere mortal. The big sister who granted his wish. The big sister who is bound to earth forever because of him. "Stupid Keiichi!" she thought to herself, still curled up in a tight little sphere.
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Skuld knew how much trouble she would be in, not only from Belldandy, but from Him, if she fought with Keiichi. She also knew that she would be recalled back to Heaven to have a 'chat' with Him. She didn't want to go, but she had little say in the matter. It was by His word. And it was iron-clad. Absolute. Not open to discussion nor debate. No matter how much she cried, pleaded or screamed. She would be heading back at midnight. Tonight. That was the appointed time set up that The Gate would be open to bring her home.
She didn't know how long the 'chat' would take, since time flows much slower in Heaven. She might be gone a day, but that could very well be a week on earth. She was scared speechless. She didn't want to leave her 'big sis' alone with 'the pervert' Keiichi for any longer than absolutely necessary. "Skuld. Before you go there's something I wanna say." Keiichi gently spoke to her, as she was still curled up in the corner of her bedroom in a tight little ball.
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Belldandy was right there, supportive as always, and lovingly holding his hand. He was relieved Skuld didn't see that, otherwise she would explode in another temper tantrum. Keiichi continued..."I know that you've never really liked me that much, Skuld. And I understand from your point of view how much Belldandy means to you. Just how much you admire her and look up to her. Above all that, I know how much you love her. And I wanted to apologize for any misunderstandings or misconceptions you hold against me. My love for her is pure and genuine. She means the world to me..." he said, his voice filled with compassion.
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Skuld silently sobbed in the corner, still rolled up into a ball of confusion and disconsolation. She finally spoke, her voice barely audible. "Keiichi....I know. I know everything you said. It's all true. I admire her for the Goddess she has become. I love my big sis more than anything in the entire world. Even more than ice cream...I also know that you've tried your best to become my friend. But I was always distant, and full of resentment towards you. Because of your wish. I never liked you. At all. I know that's not how a Goddess is supposed to be, but I can't help it. It's all your fault, you big jerk. For making that stupid wish, and binding her by your side. Forever. FOREVER!" She finally bellowed out, allowing all of her emotions to pour out like a river overflowing a Dam. She was unable to cease her crying. Belldandy went to her side, suddenly hugging her. She started to sing a song that only another Goddess could comprehend. A song of love and comfort. Belldandy's Angel, Holy Bell joined in; their melodious voices filled the room in a radiant golden warmth. It was beautiful beyond description.
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Skuld calmed down, after hearing that beautiful tune. "Belldandy..." she sobbed. "Skuld, it's all right now. I understand. But you have to do your best to accept Keiichi as he is. He's my one true love and my soul-mate, Skuld. I love him very much. More than you'll ever understand, but I pray that you will after your talk with Father. He'll explain everything to you. Just do your best to accept His words with an open heart. And one thing will never change, Skuld. I will always be your sister, and I will always love you as you are." Belldandy smiled and hugged her little sister once again, with hope, and a prayer in her heart, that her words would somehow and someday reach her.
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11:55 PM. Outside by the Temple grounds. The Gate would be opening in five minutes. Skuld had finally calmed down and changed into her pink and red Goddess uniform. She was still a bit nervous about seeing her Father, not knowing in advance what he would say to her. Even if she is the Goddess of the Future, she couldn't see that far ahead and know what would conspire. She was accompanied by her two older sisters, and the 'pervert' Keiichi, Belldandy's fiance'. They had said their farewells, not knowing for what amount of time would pass before she returned to Earth. Belldandy and Keiichi stood back about 10 feet, in anticipation the moment The Gate would open.
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Urd spoke up as the time drew near for Skuld to depart. "Skuld, please do your best. I'll keep an eye on these two, so you don't hafta worry, OK? We'll wait for your return. We love you, little sis. Send Father our regards. Take care, Skuld." she said as she shot a quick glance at the couple behind her.
Skuld shed a single tear, hearing her silver-haired sister's words. Even though they fought like cats and dogs on a daily basis, no matter what, they still loved each other only as sisters could. Suddenly the clear Spring night sky was torn wide open by a brilliantly intense magenta light. It bathed the entire area in its' unearthly glow. The Gate was opening. They all said their final farewells, and waved goodbye to the raven-haired Goddess in her pink and red uniform.
Belldandy clenched onto Keiichi's arm and sobbed silently, as her little sister vanished into thin air, being instantly transported in a flash of light. Skuld was gone. The ground scorched where she stood, just a moment ago.
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Belldandy hugged Urd and Keiichi, while she cried. She wanted desperately to apologize to her little sister before she returned home. It was too late. Neither one had any clue to when Skuld would return, and when she did, if her and Keiichi would be on better terms, or if she could ever accept him as her 'brother-in-law'.
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Belldandy finally composed herself, forcing back a smile as Keiichi continued to lovingly hold her closely. He did his best to kiss away her tears, still lingering on her soft, rosy cheeks. Urd left the two love birds alone in the back yard, beside the Temple, to retire to her room for the night with another bottle of sake in tow.
Keiichi knew that Belldandy had an emotionally-draining time. He could see it in her beautiful blue eyes, which were partly swollen from her emotional outbreaks throughout the previous day. It was now just past 1 AM, and Skuld had been gone for over an hour now.
Keiichi was thinking of a way to get Belldandy back in high-spirits. He knew it was late, and she was exhausted. "Belldandy?" he softly inquired. "Are you feeling better now?" She partly perked up. "Yes, I believe I am. But I'm quite tired now. W-would you mind carrying me b-back to the house?" she embarrassingly asked, as a pink wave flushed across her cheeks. "Sure Bell. Anything for you." He replied as he heard her meek, yet adorable request. He swept her gently into his arms, and carried her like a princess. It seemed to him that she weighed barely anything at all.
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The couple arrived back at their home and it was quiet. Urd was already fast asleep, passed out in her room at the far end of the long hallway. Only one light was on in the tea room, adjacent to Belldandys' bedroom, so he could see where he was going. 'Urd must have left it on.', he thought to himself. Belldandy was back on her feet once they arrived inside the house, while Keiichi locked the door.
He then proceeded to walk Belldandy to her room, all the while holding her dainty hand. "Well, Belldandy. Goodnight" he said, before he kissed her soft cheek, as he crept back to his room down the hall. "Keiichi...." she exclaimed, loud enough so he could clearly hear her plea. "Yes Belldandy? Is there anything wrong?" he replied, with a puzzled look on his face. "I d-don't want you to g-go...." she said, as her tiny voice trailed off to be nearly inaudible.
"Belldandy..." he quickly responded, when he saw her overly adorable, and loving expression. "If you don't want me to go, then I won't leave your side, if that's what you really want, Bell." he continued, close enough that she could feel his words in her heart. His calm voice reassured her. She pulled him closer, as she slid her bedroom door closed behind him.
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Well, this is all for part 2. Gee, I wonder what's gonna happen next? O_o
And what got into Belldandy all of a sudden? I guess you'll have to wait and see.
This chapter only took 5 hours. Numerous revisions, spell checking, sentence structure, comprehension, character development, blah blah blah. I'm done.
As promised, I wrote Skuld into this chapter, but put Urd more into the background this time, since it was meant for this to focus more on Bell and Skuld.
But once again, I wrote Skuld out and sent her 'home' for an undetermined amount of time. ^_^
by ~gamera68
Ah! My Goddess: Keiichi's Uneasiness
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Part 2 of my Ah! My Goddess Fanfic. Written by Gamera68.
All characters created by Kosuke Fujishima. No copyright infringement is intended.
The following work is fiction, and is rated M for mature themes.
Out Of Character Belldandy - for those who said she was not being herself.
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The clock on his desk read 7:21 AM. It was Monday morning. Keiichi's thoughts played back in his mind. Every event from yesterday was a mild blur. He still could not accept the fact that Belldandy said yes. She was now more than just his Goddess, let alone his girlfriend. No, she was now his fiance'. A mild blush grew across his cheeks. Then it hit him like a ton of bricks. Belldandy was going to break the 'good news' to her younger sister Skuld today. He rapidly sprang up from his futon, sending his blanket flying across the room at supersonic speed. 'I need to talk to Belldandy, now.' he thought to himself, unsure if she was awake yet. He glanced sideways at the clock again, to double check the time. 7:25 AM it glared back at him with its bright red face. 'Maybe I'll wait a bit...' he thought to himself. '....it's too early, and she had an emotion-filled day...' he continued, as if no one was listening to the thoughts in his head. Well, Belldandy has been known to read his emotions and thoughts from time to time.
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He decided he would wait a while, seeing as he had no classes today, and he was off from work at Whirlwind. But he knew he had to talk to her as soon as humanly possible. He plopped back down into his futon after retrieving his blanket from the other side of his bedroom, where it landed. His mind was too active to get any more slumber. He was a nervous wreck, just imagining what kind of device Skuld would use against him, knowing that he and Belldandy were now engaged to be married. He quietly calmed himself down by remembering how affectionate Belldandy was yesterday. In the hallway by the front door. In the bathtub. The way her pure white silky skin felt against his own. Her ample breasts on his back. He started to get aroused again. He shut his brain off from anymore memories and turned over. A massive smile parted his lips. He snored. He was content knowing that he and Belldandy would spend the rest of their lives together. Life was going well, or so he thought, as he drifted back to sleep.
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9:41 AM. Keiichi sprang out of bed. 'Crap' he screamed to himself. 'I over slept!!' Knowing now that Belldandy was up, as he heard chit-chat creeping down the hallway from the living room. It was too late, he thought. He crawled out of his room and into the area he heard all the commotion originate from. He saw Belldandy, grinning from ear to ear. Urd was silently watching her show on the TV in the corner, with a glass of sake in one hand. Then he saw her younger sister, Skuld, sulking in the opposite corner, surrounded by a dark aura. His skin crawled when she shot him a quick devious look from across the room. "Good morning, Keiichi." said Belldandy, as she tried to brighten the mood. "Uhhh...good morning, Belldandy." She knew that Keiichi felt uneasy being in the same room as the perturbed sister in the corner. "Keiichi, would you like some breakfast and tea?" she chirped, trying to divert his attention towards her sunny disposition. "Sure, Bell. That sounds great. I'm starving.", he half-heartily replied as he hastily followed her into the kitchen.
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He pulled her aside as soon as they were out of range. "Belldandy. Please tell me that you didn't tell Skuld yet?" he pleaded to her with his big brown puppy dog eyes. "Of course I told her." She beamed back with her blinding smile. "I take it that she took it hard. I can tell that she hates me even more now.", he pouted. "Well, yes, she took it quite hard. I don't know what to do, Keiichi." she said as she shot him a semi-worried look. He affectionately held her hand. She lightly squeezed it. "It'll be OK, Bell. We'll figure something out together. I promise." he replied reassuringly. She let out a weak smile. "Thank you, my love." He hugged her tightly to let her know everything will work out. Somehow. Their good mood was expeditiously brought to a grinding halt by the telephone, ringing down the hallway. RIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIING!.....RIIIIIIIIIIIIIIING!.......RIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIING!
"I'll answer it, Bell." he promptly replied, as he dashed down the hallway.
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"Hello? Morisato residence." he answered, somewhat out of breath. "Mister Keiichi Morisato!" the voice boomed over the earpiece. He was calling. The Almighty One. Belldandy's Father. Keiichi knew right away, without even asking who it was. "Yes, sir! What can I do for you this fine morning?!" Keiichi nervously replied. "It has come to my attention that you have asked for my daughter Verðandi's hand in holy matrimony." He boomed once again back over the phone, which was reverberating in Keiichi's hand. His eyes got as big as dinner plates, and his jaw hit the floor at warp speed. He gulped, as though Mt. Fuji itself was stuck in his throat, blocking the words he wanted to answer back with. His mind went completely void for a moment, unknowing what to make of this abrupt event. ".............." Nothing came out. Keiichi's entire body froze up like a marble statue.
"Mr. Morisato? Mr. Morisato? Are you there?" Kami-sama calmly asked. Keiichi finally snapped back to reality, realizing now what must be said. A large sweat drop suddenly formed at the back of his head. "Sir. With all due respect, Belldandy and I love each other. More than any words could ever possibly describe. We have been through so much together in the past three years, and not a day passes that I can't imagine where she's not in it. You know that more than I even do. And I also acknowledge how much You love her. And how much she loves You. That is something even I could ever replace. But our love is on an utterly different plateau. I love, honor, and cherish her more than anyone in this world or any other. She completes me." Keiichi replied, with confidence in his voice. There was an extended pause. It seemed like a millennium before He spoke.
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"Keiichi. I know how much Verðandi loves you. And your sincere words have reached me. I know that you are a good, honest man. With a good heart. I also know and understand that you love Verðandi very much. This cannot be denied. I want to congratulate you, Mr. Morisato for capturing my daughter's heart, the pure virgin heart of a First Class Goddess. This is no easy feat for a mere mortal. But you are not like any mere mortal, are you Mr. Morisato? No. You are very special. Since my daughter granted your first wish, and the way you worded it, carries a very strong weight. I know when you requested your wish, you made it with unbridled sincerity, which came from your fractured heart. I see all and know all, Mr. Morisato. So I comprehend where your heart was that fateful day three years ago. Even I have been in love, and I know what it is like as well, to have your heart broken. You have my blessings to marry Verðandi, or 'Belldandy' as you pronounce her name in your native tongue. I know that you will take good care of her, and always do your utmost to love her and protect her, for all eternity. I know my daughter Verðandi is in good hands....
As for your Contract with 'Belldandy', once you two are married, it will be rendered void, as the wedding contract that binds your hearts will replace it, but worry not, Mr. Morisato. As a wedding gift, I shall leave you as you are: immortal, so that you and 'Belldandy' shall always be together, and never separated... As for Skuld, fear not. I will speak to her personally, and have her understand that she needs to let go of her 'big sister'. But that, Keiichi, that might some time. Take care, Mr. Morisato, and give my regards to 'Belldandy.' " The phone then went silent.
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Keiichi finally woke up. His head felt light as a feather...as if all his worries, doubts, and frustrations flew out the window. He had no idea how he ended up with his head in Belldandy's lap. He looked up, and there she was. His fiance' with a half-worried, half-relieved look across her face. "Keiichi, my love, are you all right?" she asked, the words shaking out as she spoke. "Belldandy?" he quizzically asked, as if he had been out of sorts for what seemed like hours. "Yes. I'm here. I came out of the kitchen and saw you here, lying on the floor here by the telephone. I was so worried when you didn't return." she lovingly replied back. "Oh, I remember now." he sleepily responded. "I answered the phone, and....it was the Almighty One. He knew about our engagement, about everything. But it's OK, Belldandy. He understood it better than I could imagine. I was a bit shocked of course, but He was OK with our decision. He mentioned that once we are married, our Contract will be replaced with our wedding certificate, but he told me that I'd still remain immortal as His wedding gift to us... And He also gave us his blessings. I guess I was rendered unconscious after hearing what He said. But I'm good, Bell. It feels like everything will be fine now." he beamed back at her, letting her know he was feeling much better. "What about Skuld, Keiichi? Do you think she will be all right as well, with our engagement?" she worriedly inquired. "He said that He'd take care of it. So we don't have to worry anymore." he softly replied. Belldandy gave him a hand up, then threw her arms around him, hugging him and nearly knocking him over once again. He chuckled, as she gave him a passionate kiss full of love and adoration. He loved her more than ever. Contract or not, they were tickled pink.
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"Keiichi - you pervert! What do you think you're doing to my big sis!?" Skuld screamed at the top of her lungs, rattling every window in the entire neighborhood. "Get your hands off her, you big jerk!!" she continued, as her voice was rambunctious enough to raise the dead. "GAAAAHH!!" he replied, as he dashed out as fast as he could, just as Skuld hurled mini-bombs in his direction, creating smoldering craters wherever they landed. Belldandy caught her by the arm as she was chasing after her fiance', who by now was out the door and hiding behind the Temple...a dust trail following him as rapidly as his feet could carry him.
"Skuld. You are not to bother or hurt Keiichi. He has done nothing wrong!" Belldandy said, with authority in her voice. Skuld froze at the tone of her big sister's words. "If you want to blame anyone, blame me for falling in love with him." she continued as her voice grew weaker, with a hint of sadness added. "Big sis..." Skuld cried, as the water works began. Belldandy held her only like a sister could, and tried her best to comfort the youngest Norn. Skuld's shoulders shook as she continued to weep involuntary. "Skuld," Belldandy said in her sweetest voice. "Keiichi and I love each other very much, and it was my decision to say yes when he asked me to be his wife." she continued, as she lovingly admired the sterling silver engagement ring on her dainty left ring finger. "But, Big sis...you can't...he's...." Skuld protested emphatically, as she tried to get out of Belldandy's crushing bear hug.
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"Skuld!" Belldandy shot back, sounding like she was about to start World War Three. Calmly now, she said: "Not another word, Skuld. Father called a while ago and spoke to Keiichi personally. He understands everything we have been through together since day one. He knows how deeply in love we are. And He gave His blessing to us. He wants us to be happy, Skuld. Can you not be happy for me as well?" Belldandy continued as she was on the verge of tears.
Mostly for the way she spoke to her little sister, Skuld, who looks up to her and admires her so very much. The big sister who she loves more than anything in the entire universe. The big sister who fell in love with a mere mortal. The big sister who granted his wish. The big sister who is bound to earth forever because of him. "Stupid Keiichi!" she thought to herself, still curled up in a tight little sphere.
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Skuld knew how much trouble she would be in, not only from Belldandy, but from Him, if she fought with Keiichi. She also knew that she would be recalled back to Heaven to have a 'chat' with Him. She didn't want to go, but she had little say in the matter. It was by His word. And it was iron-clad. Absolute. Not open to discussion nor debate. No matter how much she cried, pleaded or screamed. She would be heading back at midnight. Tonight. That was the appointed time set up that The Gate would be open to bring her home.
She didn't know how long the 'chat' would take, since time flows much slower in Heaven. She might be gone a day, but that could very well be a week on earth. She was scared speechless. She didn't want to leave her 'big sis' alone with 'the pervert' Keiichi for any longer than absolutely necessary. "Skuld. Before you go there's something I wanna say." Keiichi gently spoke to her, as she was still curled up in the corner of her bedroom in a tight little ball.
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Belldandy was right there, supportive as always, and lovingly holding his hand. He was relieved Skuld didn't see that, otherwise she would explode in another temper tantrum. Keiichi continued..."I know that you've never really liked me that much, Skuld. And I understand from your point of view how much Belldandy means to you. Just how much you admire her and look up to her. Above all that, I know how much you love her. And I wanted to apologize for any misunderstandings or misconceptions you hold against me. My love for her is pure and genuine. She means the world to me..." he said, his voice filled with compassion.
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Skuld silently sobbed in the corner, still rolled up into a ball of confusion and disconsolation. She finally spoke, her voice barely audible. "Keiichi....I know. I know everything you said. It's all true. I admire her for the Goddess she has become. I love my big sis more than anything in the entire world. Even more than ice cream...I also know that you've tried your best to become my friend. But I was always distant, and full of resentment towards you. Because of your wish. I never liked you. At all. I know that's not how a Goddess is supposed to be, but I can't help it. It's all your fault, you big jerk. For making that stupid wish, and binding her by your side. Forever. FOREVER!" She finally bellowed out, allowing all of her emotions to pour out like a river overflowing a Dam. She was unable to cease her crying. Belldandy went to her side, suddenly hugging her. She started to sing a song that only another Goddess could comprehend. A song of love and comfort. Belldandy's Angel, Holy Bell joined in; their melodious voices filled the room in a radiant golden warmth. It was beautiful beyond description.
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Skuld calmed down, after hearing that beautiful tune. "Belldandy..." she sobbed. "Skuld, it's all right now. I understand. But you have to do your best to accept Keiichi as he is. He's my one true love and my soul-mate, Skuld. I love him very much. More than you'll ever understand, but I pray that you will after your talk with Father. He'll explain everything to you. Just do your best to accept His words with an open heart. And one thing will never change, Skuld. I will always be your sister, and I will always love you as you are." Belldandy smiled and hugged her little sister once again, with hope, and a prayer in her heart, that her words would somehow and someday reach her.
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11:55 PM. Outside by the Temple grounds. The Gate would be opening in five minutes. Skuld had finally calmed down and changed into her pink and red Goddess uniform. She was still a bit nervous about seeing her Father, not knowing in advance what he would say to her. Even if she is the Goddess of the Future, she couldn't see that far ahead and know what would conspire. She was accompanied by her two older sisters, and the 'pervert' Keiichi, Belldandy's fiance'. They had said their farewells, not knowing for what amount of time would pass before she returned to Earth. Belldandy and Keiichi stood back about 10 feet, in anticipation the moment The Gate would open.
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Urd spoke up as the time drew near for Skuld to depart. "Skuld, please do your best. I'll keep an eye on these two, so you don't hafta worry, OK? We'll wait for your return. We love you, little sis. Send Father our regards. Take care, Skuld." she said as she shot a quick glance at the couple behind her.
Skuld shed a single tear, hearing her silver-haired sister's words. Even though they fought like cats and dogs on a daily basis, no matter what, they still loved each other only as sisters could. Suddenly the clear Spring night sky was torn wide open by a brilliantly intense magenta light. It bathed the entire area in its' unearthly glow. The Gate was opening. They all said their final farewells, and waved goodbye to the raven-haired Goddess in her pink and red uniform.
Belldandy clenched onto Keiichi's arm and sobbed silently, as her little sister vanished into thin air, being instantly transported in a flash of light. Skuld was gone. The ground scorched where she stood, just a moment ago.
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Belldandy hugged Urd and Keiichi, while she cried. She wanted desperately to apologize to her little sister before she returned home. It was too late. Neither one had any clue to when Skuld would return, and when she did, if her and Keiichi would be on better terms, or if she could ever accept him as her 'brother-in-law'.
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Belldandy finally composed herself, forcing back a smile as Keiichi continued to lovingly hold her closely. He did his best to kiss away her tears, still lingering on her soft, rosy cheeks. Urd left the two love birds alone in the back yard, beside the Temple, to retire to her room for the night with another bottle of sake in tow.
Keiichi knew that Belldandy had an emotionally-draining time. He could see it in her beautiful blue eyes, which were partly swollen from her emotional outbreaks throughout the previous day. It was now just past 1 AM, and Skuld had been gone for over an hour now.
Keiichi was thinking of a way to get Belldandy back in high-spirits. He knew it was late, and she was exhausted. "Belldandy?" he softly inquired. "Are you feeling better now?" She partly perked up. "Yes, I believe I am. But I'm quite tired now. W-would you mind carrying me b-back to the house?" she embarrassingly asked, as a pink wave flushed across her cheeks. "Sure Bell. Anything for you." He replied as he heard her meek, yet adorable request. He swept her gently into his arms, and carried her like a princess. It seemed to him that she weighed barely anything at all.
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The couple arrived back at their home and it was quiet. Urd was already fast asleep, passed out in her room at the far end of the long hallway. Only one light was on in the tea room, adjacent to Belldandys' bedroom, so he could see where he was going. 'Urd must have left it on.', he thought to himself. Belldandy was back on her feet once they arrived inside the house, while Keiichi locked the door.
He then proceeded to walk Belldandy to her room, all the while holding her dainty hand. "Well, Belldandy. Goodnight" he said, before he kissed her soft cheek, as he crept back to his room down the hall. "Keiichi...." she exclaimed, loud enough so he could clearly hear her plea. "Yes Belldandy? Is there anything wrong?" he replied, with a puzzled look on his face. "I d-don't want you to g-go...." she said, as her tiny voice trailed off to be nearly inaudible.
"Belldandy..." he quickly responded, when he saw her overly adorable, and loving expression. "If you don't want me to go, then I won't leave your side, if that's what you really want, Bell." he continued, close enough that she could feel his words in her heart. His calm voice reassured her. She pulled him closer, as she slid her bedroom door closed behind him.
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Well, this is all for part 2. Gee, I wonder what's gonna happen next? O_o
And what got into Belldandy all of a sudden? I guess you'll have to wait and see.
This chapter only took 5 hours. Numerous revisions, spell checking, sentence structure, comprehension, character development, blah blah blah. I'm done.
As promised, I wrote Skuld into this chapter, but put Urd more into the background this time, since it was meant for this to focus more on Bell and Skuld.
But once again, I wrote Skuld out and sent her 'home' for an undetermined amount of time. ^_^