Hey guys sorry it took me so long to update. Anyways here is the final chapter of Gambler's Luck! Sad isn't it but don't worry there will be more fics to come! For now though enjoy the end~
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Chapter 26
Eventually things had calmed down since the crazy night with Rabutan and her insane father. Things had turned to normal or what seemed like normal and life was back into its natural order. Being back to the normal person that I kinda was, I went to the bar for a good drink after all the stress I went through. I walked in and saw Mariko sitting at the bar and Takamina standing at the table cleaning it with a rag. I sat down next to her and then Takamina slid a drink over to me.
"One Lucky Star.. on the house." she said smiling.
"Thanks Takamina." I said while taking a sip. I was surprised at how good it tasted and even thought it was almost as good as Mariko's.
"So how are you feeling Mayu? Better than before I hope?" Mariko asked.
"Yeah I feel a lot better now. Thanks for saving me and all by the way."
"I only did what was best for you Mayu. Everyone was worried for you and as your friends it's our job to help you when you're in trouble."
"Thanks Mariko I really appreciate that."
"So are you gonna ask her today?" Takamina had asked.
"Yep. I got everything set up all I have to do is go to the casino."
"I wish you luck then Mayu. You'll need all of it."
Hearing Takamina's statement made me giggle a little and so I responded saying,
"I'm a gambler Takamina I got all the luck I need."
We sat together and drank happily enjoying ourselves. Then when it was around noon I headed out for lunch with Rena and Jurina where we were going to meet up. Getting in my car I drove to the small bistro where they were waiting for us. As I was stepping out of the car I noticed that today was a beautiful day. The sun was out in a clear blue sky with the occasional flock of birds flying by. This was the perfect day to do it and I knew nothing could ruin it. I walked in where the waitress led me outside to where the two were sitting eating already without me.
"What took you so long?" Jurina said.
"Lost track of time." I said as I sat down and took some of her fries."
"Hey those are mine!"
"Calm down Jurina~" Rena said patting her head.
Jurina calmed down and relaxed from Rena's touch reminding me of a dog and her master. The threw of us had lunch together happily talking about trivial things like future plans in life. Rena mentioned that when Jurina was old enough they were going to get married which I thought was perfect for the two of them. Then Jurian asked the question,
"So you're gonna do it Mayu?"
"Of course. I've been planning since day one." I said.
"Well then I hope the best for you too. Remember if she says no they're always next time!"
With that comment Rena whacked Jurina in the head.
"Itai~"
"Baka! Yuki is the only one for Mayu so don't go off saying she should go and look for other women."
"Mou I wasn't saying that Rena!"
"Baka. I'm sure everything will be fine Mayu."
"Thanks Rena." I said as I finished up my drink.
When I had finished my lunch I went to go visit Yuko who was at home with Atsuko. Knocking on the door, Atsuko was the one to open it and I was happy to see her. Then I was surprised to see her holding her baby and one of her breasts exposed because she was feeding her baby. I was glad that the baby's head covered the crucial parts that I didn't want to see. She was about to say something but then I heard a shout coming from inside the house. Atsuko was lightly pushed away while Yuko came forward and let me in.
"Sorry about that Mayu. I told Acchan not to open the door when she's breastfeeding."
"It's alright Yuko. I just wanted to come and see how things were doing with the baby."
"Ah things are great Mayu. Come see the room!"
Yuko led me down the hall to a room painted pink and filled with toys. There were teddy bears painted on the walls and stars placed on the ceiling. The crib looked like an incubator though for it had safety rails that were very high and even a hood that came down. It was something that would protect the baby for sure so that meant Yuko must have been concerned about the safety of their child. Yuko was going to be a good father no matter what and I'm proud to be her friend. It certainly was a room fit for a baby and I could tell they were going to go places. Yuko already told me that they were planning their first vacation soon to see her parents out of town. I'm sure they will be proud grandparents when they see how cute their baby is. I wanted to see how the baby was so I asked Atsuko if I could hold her. Carefully I handled the baby and held her tiny body in my arms gently cradling her. She certainly was adorable and I liked holding the little one. However when she started to cry I knew it was time to give her back so I handed the baby back to Atsuko and then Yuko said,
"Looks like you're not ready to be a parent yet Mayu."
"Well maybe in the future after some practice."
We laughed and talked for a while but then when I saw it was almost time to go, I got up and prepared to head out. As I was getting ready to go Yuko walked over to me and whispered,
"So are you gonna do the thing we talked about on the phone?"
It took me a minute to process what she said and figure out what she meant and when I did I simply nodded and patted my pocket. I knew exactly what I was going to do and tonight was going to be the night. I had everything planned perfectly and all I had to do was ask her. Another thing though that was on my mind was the results of the little bet that we had made a long time ago. Tonight was going to be the night where I would get my answer. Seeing how it was time to go, I put on my best outfit and then headed out to the place I had missed the most. It was the beginning of the night which meant me going out gambling once again back into the game I so loved. I walked into the casino and was welcomed with the scent of alcohol and cigar smoke. The sound of the casino slot music and coins dropping was like a melody to me. It was good to be back in the game.
I was at the casino winning lots as usual and the overall ambience of being in a casino was warming. It was like I had walked back home after a long trip. Walking down the isles of slots I watched the people gamble away their money risking the chance of winning it big or losing everything they have. I remember when I first started I became addicted to the rush and it consumed me. I became a monster obsessed with gambling and every time I won I found myself being pulled deeper and deeper into the game. Then when I met Yuki I found that she had pulled me out and even saved me. Thinking of all that what happened I couldn't believe that I had made it this far. Then suddenly I heard loud shouts and coming from one of the tables. I looked over and saw Yuki standing there in her dealer's uniform clean and crisp. She was back to her dealing as well and I was happy to see her back in the game as me. I decided it was time to play a game with Yuki so I waltzed over to the table and sat in front of her. The game was roulette which was the same game we played when we first met. I smiled and played my bet onto the table looking at Yuki who had the same smile on her face. She then asked,
"What number?"
"Red 22." I said.
"Very well."
Yuki span the wheel and then dropped the ball watching it spin round and round on the wheel. I knew I wasn't going to win but it was fun to watch the ball spin in circles. The ball finally landed and surprise surprise it wasn't the one I wanted.
"13 black. So sorry~"
Yuki took my money just as she had done back then. I remember the first time when I had lost I thought I was dreaming. However it was reality and that was what made me or interested in Yuki. The fact that she was the only person I had ever lost to was something I thought I would never see in my life time. There's something different with Yuki that makes her stick out from the others. She has something special, some unique trait that you'll never find in another human being. It was that special trait that drew me in like butterfly to a beautiful flower. Yuki really was someone I had grown attached to since day one and I never want to leave her. Now we're here today and things are winding down. I still don't know if Yuki truly loves me or not but I'm dying to know now after all the things we had done together. It was time to get my answer and to see who won the bet. I looked at Yuki with a grin on my face and asked her,
"So who won the bet Yuki?"
Yuki was astonished at the question I had asked and had probably forgotten about it. Seeing what I was getting out she smiled and said,
"Well I don't know Mayu. Though I think I know a way to tell."
"And what is that?"
"Let's decide it with a test of luck. I'll spin the wheel and if it lands on the one you call then that means that you won the bet. Sound good?"
"You're on."
Yuki smiled and so I thought about my next choice before picking,
"Black 48"
Yuki spun the wheel and threw in the ball as well watching it go round and round. Yuki must have spun the wheel pretty hard this time because the wheel was spinning for a long time. Then finally the wheel started to slow and the ball started to get closer to the number that I had picked. The wheels stopped and then the ball stopped and landed on the number just next to the one I wanted.
"Red 47."
"Dang.. I guess that means I lost the bet didn't I? I said leaning back.
Yuki didn't say anything and so I reached into my pocket and pulled out my checkbook getting ready to write Yuki the rightful amount that she had earned but then she said,
"Look again."
I looked back at the wheel and saw the ball was on the black space number 48. Looking up at Yuki she was looking away with a slight blush on her face. Her and I both knew that the ball didn't land on the number that I wanted. Therefore it could only mean one thing and that Yuki changed the ball which means in all actuality, Yuki loves me and I won the bet. I stood up and jumped over the table to where she was and pulled her into my arms. Kissing her lips passionately I literally swept her off her feet and then said,
"I guess this means I win the bet doesn't it?"
"Yeah.."
"Then let's celebrate!"
I took Yuki home where she changed into a lovely dress she had stowed away and I never knew she had. It was all black in the front with a V going down the chest exposing a little of her lovely features. The best part though was in the back which was all black lace with butterfly design covering her gorgeous back. Yuki looked beautiful and I was absolutely stunned to see her in such an outfit. Meanwhile I had changed back to my old self with my short boy hair cut and dark blue suit with a crisp cut navy blue tie. I loved being in suits and I think Yuki likes it as well from the way she clung onto my arm. We walked into a fancy restaurant where we were led to the first class tables up on the roof. There on the roof was a single table accompanied with the sight of the city lit up in its brightest form. Not to mention the endless view of the stars above but none of them were as beautiful as Yuki. Yuki seem amazed at the view and didn't realize I had this table specially reserved just for us. We were seated at the table and then a waitress came over and took our orders for dinner. As she left Yuki said to me,
"This is incredible Mayu. How did you arrange this?"
"Ah I have a couple friends."
Actually I had made a bet with the owner and won and so now we get the table along with a fifty percent discount on our meal. Man I love gambling.
"I just love the view of the city Mayu. Thank you so much for taking me here."
"Ah I'd do anything for you Yuki."
"Mou you sweet talker~"
I leaned in and kissed Yuki on the cheek causing her to blush. At the same time our food came out and it was incredibly delicious. I had to make sure I complemented the chef on the way out before I left. Once we finished dinner we had ordered dessert where Yuki ordered ice cream and I had ordered cake. The sweet treats came out and both Yuki and I were fascinated by the food. We sat there eating silently when suddenly Yuki asked,
"Can I try some?"
"Sure."
Using my fork I cut a piece of cake and fed it to Yuki who giggled with delight.
"Oishi! Here try mine."
Yuki used her spoon to feed me some of her ice cream which I thought was very good for the frozen custard. I looked over and saw Yuki giggling at me for some reason and when I asked why she simply leaned in and then licked the corner of the lip. The action caught me off guard and caused me to blush. However I wasn't going to let me throw me off so I got up and walked over to a small speaker set I had placed. I plugged in my phone and then selected a song for us. "Chinmoku" was a song I knew she liked so I thought it would be perfect for us to dance to. I walked over to Yuki who stood there silently swinging to the music and so I extended my hand asking her,
"Would you like to dance?"
"I would love to."
I took and held her close right in front of me with one hand on her side and the other holding her hand. We danced slowly to the song moving to the beat hand in hand with our ears filled with the melody of the song. We did a variety of dance moves from the dip to the twirl creating a thrill in the dance in a way. Yuki had a bright smile on her face the entire time which made me know that she was happy with everything. Just knowing that made me relieved as well because before I was a nervous wreck. However this wasn't even the start of the main event and I was going to need a lot of courage for it. When the music stopped, I turned it off and then I showed Yuki a small bed that I had set up for us to lay on. The bed was surrounded my candles with flowers on the head board fit for a princess. Yuki was shocked and I of course knew that my plan was all coming together. We laid on the bed together and stared at the stars above us watching them twinkle. I held Yuki's hand in mine and then I said to her,
"I love you Yuki."
"I love you too Mayu." she responded.
There was a long moment of silence before I finally decided that now was the time to ask. I sat up and reached into my pocket revealing that I still had the box. I pulled it out and turned to face Yuki only to see that she was fast asleep. I sighed and thought I was going to have to ask her another time but then I felt her grab my hand that was holding the box.
"What's that?" she asked.
"A present.." I said as I stood up and got down on one knee.
"Kashiwagi Yuki.. Will you marry me?"
Opening the box revealed a silver platinum ring with a decent sized diamond surrounded by green emeralds. Yuki was astounded by the sudden question and didn't say anything at first but then she looked at me with a big smile and said,
"Yes Mayu I will marry you!"
I stood up and slid the ring carefully on her finger watching it fit her perfectly before sealing her lips with a kiss. This right now was the happiest moment of my life and there could be nothing better in this world. Yuki and I were going to be together for the rest of our lives and I couldn't have it better any other way. Our love was at first was a bet and just a game but then it blossomed into something far greater than what I could have ever hoped for. And to think all it took for this to happen was a casino and some gambler's luck.
THE END
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Hehe sorry if the ending sucks but I hope everyone enjoyed the story and please look forward to the next story to come up next! Thank you everyone for reading my fics and I hope you continue to do so in the future. Hontouni arigatou! ><'
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