Chapter 11

20^TH FLOOR

Risa was walking towards the entrance of the office,she used the access card Karin gave to her when they first met.That card is similar to all the staffs cards there.She can access every place in the office and the building too,especially the lift area.

Makino : Good Morning Okumura!

Risa : good Morning (smiles)

Makino : Kaname-sama was searching for you actually.

Risa : Is he in ?

Makino : He left about 10 minutes ago but he said he will be back.

RIsa : Okay thank you…

Makino  : Just call me Makino (smiles)

Risa : Makino-san,thank you again (smiles)

Makino : you are welcome!

Risa headed towards Kaname’s office and she didn’t even bother to knock before going into his room.

KANAME’S OFFICE

Karin : Risa!!!!

Risa : Karin?

Karin  was sitting on Kaname’s chair and she was actually waiting for Risa the whole time.

Karin : Oh my god,you cant imagine how I worried I was.Are you alright?

Risa : Did something happened?

Karin : No no,nothing happened.How are you today?

Risa: Healthy as always..?

Karin : Anyway,have you seen Kaname?

Just before Risa could respond,Kaname opened the door to his room and walked in.

Karin : Where did you go.

Kaname : No where.

Karin: I want you to take Risa to the boutique. Go to our mall instead.Get her dresses for the upcoming events.Do it today and no excuses.I cancelled all meetings for you and Im taking over everything.

Kaname : Why are you not following?

Karin : I asked Mia to follow you.

Kaname : Mia?(annoyed)

Karin : Or you want me to ask someone from the other office?

Kaname : Mia is fine.

Karin : Risa,we have a dinner attend tonight and I hope you don’t mind about me asking you to accompany Kaname tonight…?

Risa : Accompany him?

Kaname : (looking at Risa)

Karin : Can you can you?I cant join him tonight since I need to head home straight after my meeting.

Risa : Alright.

Karin : Great!

Karin stood up and went straight to Kaname.

Karin : Don’t be so hard on her Kaname.Remember where you stand.(tapping on his shoulder)

Karin : I’ll take my leave for now.See you both anytime soon!

Karin left the room leaving Kaname and Risa alone in the office.RIsa went straight to the couch and took her drawing book and a pencil.None of them talk at all.

Kaname : Where did you go?

Risa : (ignoring)

Kaname : Like I care anyway.

Risa : (drawing)

Kaname sat on his chair and look straight at Risa.Risa was not even looking at him and she seems to be ignoring him,all the way.Kaname felt a bit guilty for uttering all the words to her when they were in the car.But he don’t know how to start the conversation.

Risa : Whats with you staring at me like that.

Kaname : (snapped out)

Risa : Never seen someone drawing before?

Kaname :Have you eaten.

Risa: Not hungry.

Kaname  : Its breakfast time.

Risa : I’ve eaten.

Kaname : Good then.

They both dropped the conversation and stayed silent for a while.Kaname loosen his tie and let out a sigh.

Kaname took out his phone and started making himself busy with his work.While Risa on the other side kept herself busy drawing and the room was quiet,really quiet.

After  a while,Risa closed her drawing book and stood up.She went straight to the door to leave the room.

Kaname : Where are you going?

Risa didn’t even answer and she just left without saying anything.

Risa : So annoying.

Risa looked at the big office and she kept admiring the neatness yet homey feeling of the big office.Risa didn’t know where to go since she can only linger around the office that time.Karin is busy with her work and everyone seems to be busy with their work.

Risa : Im doomed.

Risa walked towards the pantry and took a seat at the bar table facing the big windows.She just sat there watching the blue sky and suddenly her phone rang

Risa : Hello?

Aya : Hello!!

Risa : Whats up Aya?

Aya : Just checking on you.

Risa : It’s just 10 and Im already dying of boredom Aya.(annoyed)

Aya : (laughing)

Risa : I can be sick like this.Everyone in here is so workaholic.

Aya : Well,it’s a corporate building Risa.What do you expect.Hows your so called boyfriend?

Risa: I hope he rots.

Aya : Is he that bad

Risa : He is annoying,you multiple that with infinity.

Aya : That bad…

Risa : Yes that bad.But,we’ll see.

Aya : Don’t do crazy stuffs Risa.But does he know you are bilingual?

Risa : No.

Aya : He don’t know about you ?

Risa : No.

Aya : America?

Risa : No

Aya : Sucks bad time .

Risa :He knows nothing.He is annoying as usual.

Aya : I pity you Risa (laughing)

Risa : Thank you so much.

Aya : Anyway,I have a news!

Risa : What?

Aya : I got a job !!

Risa : Wait,that was fast?

Aya : It’s Aya come on.But guess guess where!!!

Risa : I cant guess.wait,where?

Aya : Its in the same building as yours!

Risa : Don’t joke around Aya.

Aya : No no,I am not! If you didn’t realize,there is a café located at the lobby.I got a job there.Congratulate me now please.

Risa : ARE YOU SERIOUS AYA?

Aya : I am .(laughing)

Risa : Oh god,I feel so at ease now. When are you starting?

Aya : Well,you can get your coffee now Risa (laughing)

Risa: Are you kidding me?(speechless)

KANAME’S OFFICE

Kaname was on the phone when Karin came into his room and sat  infront of him.Kaname asked Karin to wait for a while before he ends the call.

Kaname : Yes?

Karin : Im not gonna ask where is Risa.You don’t even know where.So,have you decided what to wear tonight?

Kaname : One more thing Karin.

Karin : What?

Kaname : I just a call from Osaka’s Office.

Karin : And?

Kaname : I need to head there next week.

Karin : And?

Kaname : Ichirou is not here to assist me since he went to Italy for 2 weeks.

Karin : And?

Kaname : Who’s going to accompany me?

Karin : (laughing)

Kaname : What?

Karin : It seems that you’ve forgotten about your girlfriend eh?

Kaname : Whats with her?

Karin : take her with you then.

Kaname : (shocked)

Karin : Yes,why not?

Kaname : This is a business matter Karin.Not a honeymoon what so ever.

Karin : Take her first and you’ll know.

Kaname : Don’t be silly Karin.

Karin : What do you know about your girlfriend?

Kaname : What should I know?

Karin : What you need to know.(winks)

Kaname : Can I just ask Akira to --

Karin : Akira is taking care of his department Kaname.Trust me,take Risa with you.

Kaname : We don’t know anything about her Karin.

Karin : Its you who don’t know anything about her Kaname.Its you and only you.

Kaname : What do you mean?

Karin placed both of hands on the table and look at Kaname.

Karin : Its all up to you to find out.Who ask you to be so all bloody manly shits.Thats why Risa dislikes you.

Kaname : I don’t see where is this conversation  going.

Karin stood up and stares at Kaname.

Karin : You are going to take Risa with you.It will help the media to stop writing about you on the papers Kaname.Trust me.

Kaname : (annoyed)

Karin: And that’s final.

Chapter 10 - Rooftop

NEXT MORNING

Risa is ready very early and she even eaten her breakfast made by Junna .She was putting on her usual shoes on when she suddenly heard a car sound infront of her house.She quickly stood up and took a look.

Risa: Its very rare to  have cars passing by this area early in the morning though.

Risa bid Junna goodbye and she went straight to the gate and locked it.Risa looked around to check if the driver is there to fetch her.She double checked every corner and saw no sign at all.She was already all geared up when she found out that Kaname did his part;asing the driver to stop fetching her.

Risa walked slowly,breathing the morning air and as she was about to take a turn to the street,she saw a black car parked at the side.A tall man,dressed neatly in a complete suit is leaning on the black matte car and he was looking straight at her.

Risa : (shocked)

Kaname:Good Morning.

Risa : Why are you here?

Kaname : Get in.

Risa : What?

Kaname : Get in.

Risa : In your dreams.

Kaname : Don’t make a scene.

Risa : Who’s the one making a scene here?

Kaname : you.

Risa looked around and saw many pedestrians walking at the streets and her urge to quarrel with Kaname died when some eyes are already looking at the.

Kaname went to the passenger side and opened the door .

Kaname : Last call Risa.

Risa let out a long annoyed sigh and she had no choice but to get into the car.

Risa : Don’t call me Risa .

Kaname’s mouth curved a sinister smile as Risa obediently got into the car and he closed it for her.

Kaname : Good Girl.

Kaname went to the driver seat and got into the car.

Kaname : Now,don’t make any noise while I drive to the office.

Risa : Whatever.

Kaname : And I am doing this because of Karin.Dont think of anything else.I don’t even want to waste my beautiful mornings fetching you.

Risa didn’t even respond to Kaname’s words.She just ignored him and look out at the windows.

Kaname : And don’t think about even telling Karin I told you this.

Risa : (ignoring Kaname)

ISHIKAWA BUILDING

Kaname parked his car at his personal parking spot and Risa in flash got out of the car without even waiting for Kaname.They were early that nobody was even there at the parking spot.

Kaname quickly got out and called out to Risa.

KAname : Where are you going?

Risa didn’t even respond because she was so so angry about everything that Kaname said to her in the car.She felt so belittled by somebody worthless and she tried to hold her anger back by not even looking at Kaname

Risa : I hope he rots (annoyed)

Risa went straight to the lift and quickly pushed the “up” button.

Kaname eyed Risa as she went into the lift and he didn’t even  move an inch.

Kaname : (sigh)

ISHIKAWA MAIN OFFICE

Kaname walked into the office looking very presentable as usual.He was searching for Risa but she was nowehere to be seen at all.

Makino : Good Morning Kaname-san(smiles)

Kaname : Morning.Have you seen Risa?

Makino : Risa? Oh you mean Okumura-san?No ,she came with you?

Kaname : Yes she did.

Makino : She haven’t come in.

Kaname : Alright,thank you (smiles)

KANAME’S OFFICE

Kaname placed his suitcase on his table and look around if Risa is at her space.She was not even there and that realization made him worried

Kaname : Where did this woman go

ROOFTOP

Risa was leaning on the grill barrier at the rooftop.Rooftops had always been her favorite escape when she feels like shouting her lungs out.The rooftop of the building is unlike other rooftops she seen in America.This one is quiet empty but there is several benches and flower pots.It was ample enough for her.Plus,it was quite windy that morning.

Risa: Breath in Risa.Breath in.Just another 57 days and you’ll be free.

Risa was unaware that there is someone lying down on the wooden bench not far from her.The person heard Risa’s babbling that he removed the book on his face and turned to Risa’s direction.

Risa : is he even a human anyway .Whats with this guy (annoyed)

The guy leaning on the bench was already half way towards Risa when she kept babbling her annoyance towards Kaname.Risa didn’t even realize about it because she was too indulged in her babbling.

Isane : I suppose this man must has annoyed you so much?

Risa stopped babbling right away when she heard a voice from behind her.She quickly turned around to see Isane smiling at her with a book in his right hand.Isane’s hair were a bit messy probably because of the wind or the fact that he was asleep on the bench just now.He’s wearing a simple white shirt and a black leather vest,the usual ones where men wear underneath their coat.He looked neat even he is not even trying Risa thought.

Isane : Good Morning Okumura(smiles)

Risa : …….Good morning…..

Isane : I see you’ve found the way to the rooftop.

Risa : It was not hard.

Isane : Welcome to the roof top(laughing)

Risa : Were you here earlier?

Isane : Im always here as a matter a fact.Every morning.From now on.

Risa : Reading?(pointing to the book)

Isane : Oh yes yes.Reading a novel

Risa : (nodding)

Isane : So,what brought you here up to the 25^th floor?

Risa : Probably just finding a space to babble and getting some fresh air

Isane :You got your senses all right Okumura.The rooftop is always the best place for an escape don’t you think?

Risa :…

Isane : So,did you come with Kaname.

Risa : Yes.

Isane : interesting…

Risa :What are you reading anyway? IM sorry,this sounds random.

Isane : An English novel by Murakami.

Risa : You read Murakami?

Isane : The English version usually.It helps me English.A lot.

Risa : I see..

Isane : Do you read novels?

Risa : Murakami is my favorite .

Isane : (looking at Risa)

Risa : I think..I better get going.

Risa bowed before turning around to walk straight to the exit door.Isane on the other hand just eyes her as she disappears from his sight.Isane smiled as he watch Risa’s black hair being blown by the strong wind.

Isane : Such an interesting woman indeed you are Okumura.

Chapter 9

KARIN’S OFFICE

Karin : What do you mean by that Kaname?

Kaname : I mean like,she cant stay in my office the whole day for the next 60 days/

Karin : You were the one who insisted that she stays there instead of mine.

Kaname : Its just--

Karin : Its just what?

Kaname : Forget it.

Karin : You need to take good care of her until I find who took that photo.Dont let any of these media people get to know about her personal life.Never.Dont let Risa end up like Haruka,Kaname.Dont let that happen

Kaname : (speechless)

Karin : I know mentioning Haruka’s name is a bad turn but you need to know.I cant let you lose your senses and throw things apart again.One time is enough Kaname.Risa is never going to end up like Haruka.

Kaname : I swear to you,I will protect Risa no matter what but don’t you think its hard for her to stay in my office?

Karin : Is your choice that day!(sigh)

Kaname  : What about weekends?

Karin : Its up to you.I would suggest she live with us but I  know that would be hard for her.

Kaname : (sigh)

Karin : And if you have forgotten,we have many dinners and events to attend next week.And you would need to get some matching attire with Risa.

Kaname let out a sigh and he suddenly spot a drawing on Karin’s table.It is a drawing of a simple vase with little flowers on the bottom,full of flowers.It is a very beautiful drawing he thought.He went closer and pick the drawing up.

Kaname : Where do you get this?(observing the drawing)

Karin : Somebody drew it for me.

Kaname : Who?

Karin : You’re girlfriend (smiles)

Kaname : She can draw?(shocked)

Karin : She’s very very good at it.

Kaname is still looking at the drawing and he cant seem to take his eyes off the drawing.

Karin : Anyhow,I suggest that you allow her to linger around the office.Dont keep inside that stuffy office all the time.Take her anywhere.Let them see you with your girlfriend. The media only wants to challenge you Kaname.Thats their target.

Kaname : (sigh)

Karin :Well,but who knows they might predict the future…(winks)

KANAME’S OFFICE

Risa was in the room alone,she was sitting on the couch with a novel in her hand.Karin lend it to her to kill her boredom.Risa kept sighing because she cant stand it anymore.She needs to do something else instead of being in the room,doing nothing.

Risa : And it’s just the second day.And I have another 58 days to go.What is life now..(annoyed)

Suddenly the door to Kaname’s room swung opened and Kaname walked in.Risa saw the plastic bag Kaname is carrying but she ignored him and continues minding her own business.

Kaname : Good Evening.

Risa : Evening.

Kaname placed the plastic bag on the coffee table beside Risa and walked to his table.

Kaname : That’s for you.I hope that kills your boredom.

Risa : (looking at the plastic)

Kaname : And I hope you wont disturb me again

Risa : Whatever.

Risa rummaged through the plastic bag and saw 5 drawing books and 2 boxes of drawings pencils and a box of erasers.

Risa : Whats with all these?(confused)

Kaname : Karin told me you like to draw so make yourself occupied.

Risa : …okay

Kaname  : Youre welcome

Risa : THANK YOU (annoyed)

Risa :What time can I go back?

Kaname : When I tell you its time.

Risa : Im going back by my own.Dont you dare ask your driver to send me home.

Kaname : My driver is not going to send you home.

Risa : That’s great!

Risa took one drawing book and a pencil from the plastic and starts to draw.

Kaname : I am going to send you home.

Risa  stopped drawing and lifted her head up.

Risa : What?

Kaname : (smiles)

ISANE’S ROOM

Isane was not even doing any work because he’s been busy reading the novels he bought recently .But,this time,his mind is quiet occupied by the thoughts of having to meet Risa. He smiles as he remembered how Risa randomly addressed Kaname as uncle. He had never met any girl whom can speak like that to Kaname.But yet,he was more concerned about Kaname.Never in his life he saw Kaname talking freely like that to the opposite gender.He was not even like that when he was dating Haruka.

Isane : You are definitely something Risa.Definitely.(laughing)

PARKING

Risa : (looking at Kaname whom are already in the car)

Kaname : Get in.

Risa : No.

Kaname : I said get in.

Risa : No.

Risa turned around and headed towards the lift.Risa hoped that no one would see her stomping her way out to the lift,running away from Kaname.Kaname on the other side,went out from the car and called out to Risa.

Kaname : Where do you think you are going?

Risa : Home.

Risa didn’t stopped at all when Kaname asked her that,she pressed the “ up” button and waited

Kaname : Suits yourself.

Kaname get himself back into the car and drove away without even looking at Risa.

Risa : Why do I have to meet such a bloody man in my life.(sigh)

After getting herself back at the lobby,she walked straight to the lobby entrance and exited the building.She kept looking around just in case Kaori would see her here.She would be a dead meat if Kaori caught her here .It was already dark outside and the streets are beginning to crowd with people going back home from work

Risa : Finally,lifeeeee(inhaling deeply)

ISHIKAWA’S RESIDENCE

Karin : WHAT DO YOU MEAN YOU LET HER GO BACK ALONE!?

Kaname : Can you not shout?

Karin : You let her go back alone?!(angry)

Kaname : She was the one who wanted to go back alone.

Karin couldn’t let her anger ease down at all when she got to know Risa went back alone.Karin was so outraged that she stomped her way to Kaname and slap him.

Karin : If anything happen to Risa.ANYTHING.I wont forgive you Kaname.

Kaname was taken aback with the sudden reaction from Karin when he told her that Risa went back alone.

Kaname : (rubbing his cheek)

Karin : Have you lost your senses!?

Kaname : Why are you so worried Karin?

Karin : Why am I so worried you asked?

Kaname : Its not like she is that important or anything.

Karin : One more time Kaname.One more time you talk like that about the girl who saved your reputation. I’ll tell --

Kaname : Stop it.I got it Okay.

Karin : Don’t talk to me till I feel like to.

Karin turned around and went up the stairs. Kaname could hear Karin’s slammed her door closed and he let out a long sigh after that.

Kaname : Probably on her time of the month I guess (rubbing the back of his neck)

Kaname removed his tie and went straight to the garden and sat on the chair.He placed his tie on the table and leaned back.

Kaname : I don’t even know why I didn’t follow her actually..(sigh)

OKUMURA RESIDENCE

Risa : (removing her shoes)

Junna : Welcome home Risa-chan!

Junna had her apron and she was holding a spatula in her right hand when she welcomed Risa home

Risa : Kaori is not home yet?

Junna : She is!She came back earlier just now.She is already finishing her second bowl of my miso soup (smiling)

Risa : You made the special miso soup…?

Junna : (nodding)

Risa : KAORI DON’T YOU DARE EAT IT ALL!!!!

Risa quickly ran to the kitchen and didn’t even bother to close the door behind her.

Junna : These kids…(laughing)

NIGHT

RISA’S BEDROOM

Risa : This is..tiring..

Suddenly she heard her door being knocked and she knew it was Aya.

Risa : Don’t even bother knocking Aya,get yourself in.

Aya : Konbawa!!!!!

Risa: (combing her hair)

Aya : So so so so so so???

Risa : So..what?

Aya : What happened between you and your boyfriend today?

Risa : He annoyed me the whole day.is he even a human

Aya : Kaname is such--

Risa : a basket full of annoying traits.Anyway,what are you doing here?

Aya :Im sleeping over here.

Risa : Really?

Aya : (nodding)

Risa : You know where to get all the stuffs.So like per usual.

Aya : Anyway…

Risa : What?

Aya :No,its just.I thought of finding a job.

Risa : Why not?

Aya : But I don’t want to work full time for now.Probably just going to apply at any cafes or coffee shops.

Risa :You and coffee.Forever together (annoyed)

Chapter 8

KANAME’S OFFICE

Kaname is taking a short break after spending hours looking through all the papers and plans scattered all over his table. He leaned backward on his chair and rubs his forehead.He was so tensed that he didn’t get his mind free for even a second.He suddenly remembered the times he spent with his ex fiancé,Haruka. He really misses Haruka he thought but a part of him is mad that Haruka left him,but another part wishes for Haruka to come back to him.And start over.

Kaname : You are the only woman I can love Haruka.The only one.(sigh)

Kaname’s thoughts were cut off when he heard a knock on his door.He quickly gathered he senses and straighten his back before asking the person to come in.

Kaname : Come in.

Mia : Im here to give you this!

Mia placed a white envelope on his table and look at him

Mia : God,you need to get married.Really.(looking at Kaname’s messy table)

Kaname : Whats with the sudden notion?(confused)

Mia : I mean look at you.So…messy.

Kaname : Okay,that’s enough.

Mia : Seriously Kaname.Everything happened for a reason.

Kaname : (confused)

Mia was already half way to the door but then she stopped and turn around.

Mia : There is a reason why she came here Kaname.There is always a reason for everything.

Mia closed the door before Kaname could even respond to her words.Kaname looked at the closed door and he finally realized what Mia meant.

Kaname : (speechless)

PANTRY

Risa was sitting on the bar,not doing anything but stares at the white wall.

Risa  : I can die of boredom here.If not for this stupid uncle,I would have ran away earlier (sighs)

Suddenly Risa remembered that Karin asked her to just get anything from the pantry if she is hungry,she eyed the pantry and saw a box of Rocky. She tiptoed to get it but then as she was reaching for it,somebody else walked into the pantry.

Isane :Do you need help?

Risa was too shocked to  hear Isane’s voice that she suddenly tripbutbefore she could fall on the pantry’s floor,Isane was fast enough to  catch her waist and pulled her to him.

Isane : Are you okay?(shocked)

Risa was still taken aback because everything happened too fast and she didn’t realize that Isane’s hand is still around her waist and the other hand is holding her hand.If not for Isane’s  hands,she would have collapse on the floor because her mind is not even working at all.

Risa :….

Isane : Okumura?

Isane was looking straight at RIsa and none of them moved.

Risa : Oh my god(shocked)

Isane : (looking at her)

Risa quickly stepped back and  rubs her forehead

Risa : I am so so so sorry.Really,I didn’t mean to jump or fall.Wait,nevermind.But ,I am really sorry .I am sorry you had to …you know..catch me (worried)

Isane : (laughing)

Risa : ….. (confused)

Isane : You are funny Okumura. Its my luck anyway.

Risa : …luck?

Isane : Anyway,you were reaching for this right?

Isane took the Rocky box and handed it to Risa.

Risa : (looking at the Rocky)

Isane : Yes..?

Risa : Oh yes,thank you so much

Isane : No problem at all(smiles)

Isane went straight to the fridge and took a can of coffee.He then turned around to face Risa,again.

Isane : May I ask why are you here alone?Arent you suppose to be with Kaname?

Risa : I rather be with a dead cow than having to stay with him all the time (annoyed)

Isane : (laughing)

Risa : Wait,I didn’t mean it that way.

Isane : Sure you did (laughing)

Isane took a seat at the opposite site of the bar table and opened his drink.

Risa : (sigh)

Isane : Come and sit here.Dont worry.I don’t eat people.

Risa: I know that

Isane : So,I supposed Kaname forced you into this?

Risa : Does everyone in this office knows about it?(confused)

Isane : Everyone.

Risa : This is such a fuss

Isane : But you are not really his girlfriend,are you?

Risa : Do I look like I have interest in him?

Isane : Kaname is every women’s taste.

Risa : Not in my planet.

Isane : Oh really?

Risa : I would rather date a scare crow than having to date him.

Isane : Would a living scare crow do?

Risa : Is there any living scare crow anyway….

Isane : They used to call me a scare crow before.

Risa : Who?(confused)

Isane : Me.

Risa : (looking at Isane with a confused look)

Isane : (laughing)

Risa : What are you trying to imply actually…

Isane : Anyhow,I still have my chance.

Risa : What?

Isane : A chance.

Risa : To what..?

Isane : You.

Risa : (confused)

Isane stood and smiled at Risa before leaving the pantry. Risa was left speechless  and she didn’t even move an inch after the conversation ended.

Risa : What is wrong with all the guys here…(facepalm)

Chapter 7 - Akira

KANAME’S OFFICE

Risa was already bored just by looking at Kaname going through the papers,signing each of them.Kaname didn’t even talk to her for the past 45 minutes,he was too indulged in his work and he seems to be very very dedicated to his work.

Risa has he own space at the corner of the office.Karin set up a small space so that Risa can have her privacy threre. Risa took a peek and saw Kaname is still doing his work.And she realized that Kaname had his coat off and his tie loosen up from his neck.

Risa : Am I gonna stay here for the next 6 hours?

Kaname : yes.

Risa : Can I go out for lunch?

Kaname : No

Risa : Are you going to let me rot here?

Kaname : Yes.

Risa : (annoyed)

Kaname : I’ll ask Ichirou to buy you something.

Risa : (sigh)Whats the point again…

Kaname : (focusing on his work)

Risa went out from her space and walked towards Kaname.She look at Kaname and Kaname didn’t even realize until it was a while she stood there.

Kaname : (looking up)

Risa : Don’t you ever take a break.

Kaname : What?

Risa : Your shoulders are all tensed up.

Kaname : I don’t take breaks.

Risa : That sucks.

Kaname : What do you know about work.You don’t take breaks .

Risa : Whatever.

Kaname : (sigh)

Risa : Alright,please take a break.Its disturbing to see you all tensed up.

Kaname was confused with the sudden act of Risa that he stared at Risa,looking a bit confused and lost.

Kaname :What do you want?

Risa : I have a proposition to make.

Kaname : What?

Risa :A suggestion.

Kaname : What suggestion?

Risa : Since I am going to be stuck here for 60 days.Why not we just be cool with each other? I mean like,break the walls and just be normal? My head is all tensed up not talking and I felt like I was being eaten up alive by the hell.Thisis definitely the place I dislike.

Kaname : ….

Risa : Seriously Ishikawa.You have to help me here.I cant stay silent for the whole 10 hours.Im not you.

Kaname put down his pen and looked at Risa with a straight face.

Kaname : What do you want me to do?

Risa : Let me go out?

Kaname : I said no.If you go out,you wouldn’t know who is out there,trying to get every details about you and will ruin your life in a blink.

Risa : Ishikawa Kaname,I am not a child and let me go out.

Kaname : No.

Risa : (staring at Kaname)

Kaname looked at Risa and somehow she reminded him of Haruka.Kaname was taken aback for a while that he suddenly stopped moving and kept looking at Risa.

Risa : you are such a dumbass.

Kaname : What did you say?

Risa : A dumbass.

Kaname : I dare you to repeat that

Risa: A dumbass.

Kaname : Don’t make me--

Risa : Make you what? Throw me out?I would love it.

Kaname : What does girls like you know anyway

Risa : One thing about guys like you,you look down on people so easily.No wonder anyway.

Kaname :I don’t look down.Its true,I don’t even know where are you from,where do you live and  trust me I don’t want to know.

Risa : Like I will waste my saliva to tell you that.

Kaname : Oh you shorty,shut up.

Risa : No you shut up.

Kaname : You think you are that tall?

Risa : I didn’t say that

Kaname : your face says it all

Risa : Shut up you old man

Both of them didn’t realize that on the other side of Kaname’s door…

Ichirou : Eh,they stopped?

Makino : I think they did…

Iida : shhh!!

Ayumi : Wait wait…

All four of them had their ears glued to the Kaname’s door, eavesdropping Kaname and Risa quarreling and four of them were so focused that they didn’t realize there were someone  standing behind them

Isane : (coughing)

All of them quickly turned around and were shocked to find Isane smiling at them.

Makino : (panicked)

Ichirou : Isane!

Isane : Is Kaname in?

Ichirou : yes yes.he is

Isane : May I?

All four of them backs away to give a way to Isane.Isane leisurely walked towards the door.Isane knocked twice on the Kaname’s door before twisting the knob to open.

Kaname : What do you mean I have no inspirations?

Risa : Your books in here is all not my taste,so why can I go out and have fun?

Kaname: In case you have forgotten Okumura Risa,you have got the title of “ Ishikawa Kaname’s girlfriend” So act like one

Both of them didn’t realize Isane was already in the room,not until Isane let out a cough and both of them turned to Isane’s direction.

Isane : Is this a bad time?(smiling)

Kaname : (shocked)

Risa :….

Isane cant help but to realize that the black haired lady he bumped into yesterday is standing infront of him but he hides he surprised by acting normal despite him wanting to ask why is she here,in Kaname’s office.

Kaname : Isane??

Isane : is that how you welcome me back?

Kaname let out a small laugh before walking to Isane to give him a quick man hug he exchange a hand shake with Isane.

Kaname : Karin didn’t tell me you are back from Italy.

Isane : I asked her not to.

Kaname : When did you arrive?

Isane :2 days ago actually.

Kaname : And you are already in the office?

Isane : What else should I do at home?

Kaname : Take a break Isane.Dont be too harsh on yourself

Isane : Looks who’s talking?(smiles)

Kaname : So,any plans for lunch?

Risa : Wy do I feel ignored..(whispering to herself)

Isane : And this is?(looking at Risa)

Kaname : This is….

Isane : I think we bumped into each other yesterday?

Risa turn to look at Isane and she suddenly remembered that he was the guy she saw when she was at the lift yesterday

Risa : Oh yes,we did(smiles)

Isane : I am Ishikawa Isane(smiles)

Risa was a bit taken aback by how charming is Isane when he smiled at her.But she quickly snapped out of it and gather her senses.

Risa : Okumura Risa des(bows a little)

Isane : So,what makes you here Okumura?

Risa :(thinking)

Kaname : As  a matter of fact,she is somebody here.

Isane  : I wont believe you if you say she is your girlfriend,Kaname .

Risa : Never in my 9 lives.

Isane : (laughing)

Kaname : What did you say?

Risa : I said “ Never in my mightly 9 lives I’ll be your girlfriend”

Kaname : You better stop talking or I--

Risa : Or what?(glaring at Kaname)

Isane : (looking at both of them)

Kaname : Just drop it.

Risa : (rolling her eyes)

Isane : So,it seems like you owe me an explanation here,Kaname.I am free for lunch.Would you care to join us Okumura-san?

Risa : Im fine here.I rather starve than have to eat at the same table with this uncle.

Kaname : Uncle?(shocked)

Isane cant help but to laugh when Risa randomly addressed Kaname as “uncle” and the look on Kaname’s face was priceless when Risa said that.

Kaname : What did you just call me?

Risa : You heard me.

Risa turned around and heads towards the door.She opened the door slowly but she stopped halfway and turned around

Risa : Nice to meet you Ishikawa Isane(smiles)

Isane : My pleasure,Okumura-san (bowing a little)

Risa closed the door behind her and let out a sigh.

Risa : What a contrast though.

Karin whom were about to get into her room stopped when she saw Risa leaning on Kaname’s office door.She turned around and walked towards her.

Karin : Risa? Why are you standing here?

Risa : Oh,there is an uncle babbling non stop here so I escaped.

Karin : Uncle?

Risa : Yes Uncle.And old uncle

Karin : You mean Kaname? (laughing)

Risa : Who else?

Karin : Oh my god you both are so cute.Alright,let him be.Come,lets hang out in my office.I need some idea so why not you help me out???? If you don’t mind?(smiling)

Risa : I would love to (smiles)

KARIN’S OFFICE

Karin : (opening her door)

Akira : Karin!

Karin was surprised to see Akira sitting on her couch in the office and Akira quickly stood up when he saw Risa came in together with Karin.His face quickly brighten up when he saw Risa and he swiftly tighten his tie before walking towards them

Akira : We meet again Okumura-san (smiles)

Risa : (smiles)

Karin : What are you doing here?

Karin went straight to her table to put all the papers she was holding in her hands properly on the table.She slumps herself on her leather chair and look at Akira.Risa on the other hand took a seat at the one-seater couch which is the opposite side of where Akira is standing.

Akira : I am here to give this (showing her the pendrive)

Karin : Oh yes ,I almost forgot!

Risa : (looking at both of them)

Karin : anything else?

Akira : So,Okumura-san. Where are you from?

Karin : (annoyed) Akira,stop flirting will you?

Akira : I am being nice here.I am not flirting.

Risa : I am from here.Tokyo I mean.

Akira : How old are you?19?

Risa : seriously 19?

Akira : You look 18 or 19 to me

Risa : (laughing)

Karin : I thought you were 19 too.

Risa : I am actually 23.

Akira : Are you kidding me?

Risa : NO.

Akira : Are you working? Studying?

Risa : None.

Akira : Eh?

Karin : Now that you mention it.What are you doing now Risa?As in,in this time around?

Risa : Staying at home,leisurely.Doing nothing.

Karin : Are you staying alone Risa?

Risa : No.

Akira : With your family?

Risa : Yes.

Akira : Interesting… would love to chat more with you anytime soon Okumura-san. Do tell me when you are free,I’ll bring you out(smiles)

Karin: Get out Akira.

Akira : Whattt? I am being kind here.

Risa said nothing when Akira offered to take her out and she just watched as Akira left the room,leaving only Karin and Risa in the office.

Karin : Risa! Come come,sit here(poiting at the chair infront of her table)

Risa : Yes…?

Karin : It may sounds weird but I know so little about you.

Risa : (confused)

Karin : I mean like,I only know your name and age and how you got into this trouble.(laughing)

Risa : Ohh… what do you want to know?

Karin : About your family?

Risa : I have one older sister,Kaori.And my parents.And that’s all.

Karin : Only two of you in the family!?

Risa : (nodding)

Karin : Is your sister working?

RIsa : yes.

Karin : Where,if I may ask??

Risa : Here.

Karin : “here”? wait,here!?

Risa : I mean not in this office.She’s working in this building.She has her own law firm. Not exactly hers.Her colleges and all.

Karin : 10th floor?

Risa : (nodding)

Karin : Oh my god,your sister is working at the law firm.What a small world… and what about you?

Risa : What about me?

Karin : Something about your eyes says that you are not this typical Tokyo girl.To me and no I didn’t mean it in the bad way.Tell me about yourself Risa.

Risa : Well…I finished high school and I hope you can tell Kaname that (annoyed)

Karin : first thing when I see him (laughing)

Risa : I went to America when I was 18,studied there for almost 5 years.Just got back like a week ago and here I am now.

Karin seems to be having  hard time digesting the simple words that came out from Risa’s mouth.She stared at Risa without blinking and her mouth were left open.

Risa : ….?

Karin : You studied in America….

Risa : Yes,for 5 years.

Karin : Oh my god..what course did you take?

Risa  : Business and--

Karin : Business!!? Are you kidding me!?Wait,what ..did you just say and?

Risa : And… Arts and Designs.

Karin : (surprised)

Risa : (smiling)

Karin : Double degree?

Risa : Yes.

Karin ; And you studi

ed overseas.

Risa :….yes..

Karin : Oh my god,Kaname should know with whom is he dealing with (laughing)

Risa: oh well,this does not matter after all.

Karin : I have to say this but I am very very surprised and I just have to congratulate you for finished your degrees. And you are only 23 years old. And Im very very ..how do you say.. thrilled!

Risa : ……

Karin : I can actually ask you to work with the company right away with no interviews.You are so so over qualified for almost all the jobs here.

Risa : Ichirou said the same thing..

Karin : Eh? So you met Ichirou?

Risa: Yes.

Karin : It’s a good thing that you met Ichirou.He is the only one Kaname can depends on at the office.Anyway! Do you have a boyfriend?

Risa : Not anymore?

Karin : Wrong question I guess..

Risa : Im over it.So its fine I guess.

Karin : Actually…I really really want to thank you for helping me,Kaname and everyone out. It may sounds weird but we shall try our best not to let the media know you.I mean anything detailed about you.I hope things stay as it is for the next 2 or 3 months.

Risa : (nodding)

Karin : (looking  at Risa)

Risa : ….

Karin : You told me you took Arts didn’t you?

Risa : Yes

Karin : Well,well.Would you love to help me?

Risa : Anything will do (smiles)

Chapter 6 - Ishikawa Isane

OKUMURA RESIDENCE

Risa : Don’t  tell mother!

Aya :  I wont,I wont.

Risa : And Kaori too.

Aya : Then,what should I tell them if you are gone by morning and back by night?(confused)

Risa : Just tell them I got a job?

Kaori : What job?

Risa and Aya quickly turned around when they heard Kaori’s voice from the door.Kaori just got back from her work and it was already 10 pm.

Kaori : What job?(confused)

Risa : I got a job.

Kaori : ….thats fast!

Aya : Its Risa you are talking about.Who wouldn’t want her to work with them?

Kaori : What about you Aya?

Aya : I..I….want to rest longer.My brain is still corrupted with all the craps I learnt.

Kaori walked towards the living room and sat on the couch,removing her blazer and untied her hair.She ran her fingers through her hair and look at both of them.

Kaori : Wait,when did you even applied for a job?

Risa : My friend is working at a small shop in the town.She called if I can help her there.With the designing and stuff.So why not.

Aya : Lucky you

Kaori : Oh you mean just a part time job?I thought you wanted to stay home and rest longer?

Risa :I am bored at home since nobody is home except mother and Aya.When is otousan coming back from London?

Kaori : Probably next month.Lets hope he does not forget our chocolates(yawning) Alright,Im gonna go up and sleep.I am completely worn out .

Risa : Shower first you smelly lady.

Aya : Don’t forget to shower Kaori-sannnn

Kaori : Hai hai

Kaori went up the stairs slowly,leaving Risa and Aya alone,again.

Aya: That was ….tough.

Risa : (sigh)

Aya : So,is he going to pick you up?

Risa : I don’t want him to pick me up.Seriously I am not--

Aya : but Ichirou did mention about the driver is gonna fetch you here and send you back.

Risa : I would never want them to fetch me and stuff.I am not the helpess (annoyed)

Aya : Well,we’ll see what happens tomorrow…..

NEXT MORNING

ISHIKAWA BUILDING

Kaname : What do you mean she was not home?

Driver : I was at her house by 7 and a lady told me she already left.

Kaname : (shocked)

Driver : Should I search for her?

Kaname : No no.You can leave now.

The driver bowed and left the room quickly because he was afraid Kaname might lose his temper,again.

Kaname : Suits yourself Okumura Risa.Suits yourself.

Suddenly his phone rang and Karin’s name popped on the screen.Kaname knew Karin is going to ask him about Risa so he hesitated on answering the phone.Not answering the phone will actually leads Karin on coming to his office room.Kaname let out a sigh and tapped on “ answer”

Kaname : Hello?

Karin : Come to my room now.No buts or no.Now.

Karin hung up before Kaname could even respond to her orders.

Kaname :  This is going to get messy (rubbing his forehead)

KARIN’S OFFICE

Kaname knocked on the door twiceand opened the door when Karin asked him to come in.

Kaname : Look,I don’t know where she is and--

Kaname stopped talking when she saw Risa is sitting on the couch,reading a magazine leisurely and she didn’t even turn to look at Kaname when he walked in.

Kaname : (shocked)

Karin : Good Morning!

Kaname : What..(speechless)

Karin : Why are you still standing there Kaname?(smiling sinisterly)

Kaname looked at Risa and then he turned to Karin,whom were smiling wryly from the moment he walked in.

Kaname : What is this?

Karin : What,what..what?

Risa : (minding her own business)

Kaname : Why is she here?I mean,already here? And why is she in your office?(lost)

Karin : She was here  earlier than you Kaname.I saw her at the lift just now and thank god I was here by 8.

Kaname : She..what?

Risa : I don’t ask for drivers,so don’t send them again after this.

Karin : You heard your girlfriend.So ask your driver to stop fetching her.

Kaname : And you expect her to come here by her own ,everyday?

Risa : Why not.

Kaname turned to Risa and he was glaring at her when Risa was not even looking at him when she said that.

Risa turned to Kaname and walked towards him.She then looked at him straight and showed him an onigiri.

Risa : Breakfast?

Kaname : (speechless)

Karin : (laughing)

ISHIKAWA HOTEL AND SUITES

MAIN OFFICE

Mia : Good Morning!

Isane : Whats with you and this strong vibes early in the morning?

Mia placed a hot coffee on his brother table and snatched the novel he was reading and put it on the table.

Mia : Enough reading Isane.You  just got back from Italy and and you do is read books about Mozart and bach and who else?

Ishikawa Isane is Mia’s older and only brother. He just got back from Italy yesterday and he is already in the office,ready to get his job done.Isane has warm and gentle looking face and that’s the pin point that makes almost every women fall for him despite his not even trying to . He needs no effort to look good at all,everything about him is perfect and charming.His long wavy hair adds to his charms that could make anyone swoon just by looking at him.

Isane : So,hows the hotel?

Mia : Everything is fine.Im going to the hotel later.Just to check again though. Anyway! Have you seen Kaname’s new girlfriend!?

Isane looked at Mia with a confused face

Isane : Kaname’s?

Mia : You didn’t see her yesterday when you visited the office?

Isane : NO,I don’t think so.I went there only to see Karin.I didn’t even see Kaname around.

Mia: Lets go visit her later?

Isane : Visit?

Mia : I think I’ll let Karin explain everything to you .It wouldn’t be fun if I spoil the exciting news early!(winks)

Isane just watch as Mia left his room,leaving their conversation hanging and Isane just smiled .

Isane swung his chair around so that he could face the glass windows behind him,he look out to the sky and he suddenly remembered the lady with long black hair he bumped into yesterday. He realized that the lady didn’t even had a working dress code yesterday and he knew she is not from the building.He smiled as he remembered how he almost lost his sense when the lift slide open and their eyes met.

Isane : I wonder who you are..(smiles)

Chapter 5

Risa was walking towards her house since it only takes about 15 minutes of walking from the train station to her housing area. As she were walking,she seems to sense somebody is following her that she kept looking around.

Risa : I don’t like this.(sigh)

Risa took a different turn instead of her right turn,which leads her directly to her house street.

Ichirou on the other hand didn’t manage to look which turn she took because Risa was quick when she did that.Ichirou stopped in the middle ,turning her head left and right searching for Risa but he cant even see her in sight.

Risa suddenly appeared behind him and she in a swift pinched him to the wall and cought both of his hands.

Risa : Why are you following me?

Ichirou : Ouch ouch ouch!!!

Risa : WHY are you following me?

Ichirou : Kaname asked me to

Risa : (shocked)

Ichirou : I meant no harm at all.Look,I am wearing an office wear attire .

Risa eyed Ichirou from the top to bottom and she stares at him for a while.Risa slowly released him and stepped back

Risa; What does he want?

Ichirou : He just want you to be safe.

Risa : Safe?

Ichirou : He asked me to follow you so that I can ensure you are safe.

Risa : I don’t believe your boss.

Ichirou : Look here woman.

Risa : One more time you call me woman,remind me not to throw you into the river.

Ichirou : I mean,Okumura. Kaname meant no harm and I know Kaname.

Risa :(pissed off)

Ichirou : Where is your house?

Risa : None of your business.

Ichirou : I must make sure you that you are home,safe and sound.

Risa : and I said,its none of you and Ishikawa’s business.

Ichirou : Kaname meant no harm Okumura.I know him more than you do.

Risa : and that is my concern because of?

Ichirou : Let me start again.I am Nakazawa Ichirou,Im working for Kaname and also the Ishikawa group of course.

Risa : (looking at Ichirou)

Ichirou : And???

Risa: what?

Ichirou : Your turn to introduce?(lifting his eyebrows)

Risa : oh,Im sorry.My name Okumura Risa.Not working for anyone?

Ichirou : (laughing)Now now,you have such a good sense of humor)

Risa : So,whats with all of this?

Ichirou : Kaname said you didn’t even know him but you are living in Japan.

Risa : (laughed wryly)

Ichirou : Why did you laugh?

Risa : As a matter of fact,I just back in Japan about..5 days ago?

Ichirou : 5 days ago!?Where have you been?

Risa was surprised actually,on how friendly and easy going is Ichirou. He is like definitely the opposite of the mean and stoic looking Kaname.Ichirou has a face that can make anyone feel at ease while talking to him.Ichirou does not looks masculine at all,he has that soft looking and he is definitely the type that hangs out women more than me

Risa : I was in America.

Ichirou : And that is because of?

Risa : for fun?

Ichirou stopped walking and turn to Risa.

Risa : What?

Ichirou : Is this where you live?

Risa : Yes.

Ichirou : Are you kidding me?

Risa : Why?

Ichirou : You don’t live alone?

Risa : No.

Ichirou : (nodding)

Aya  : RISA!!

Risa and Ichirou both looked up and saw Aya walking from the opposite direction.

Ichirou : Who is that?

Risa : (sigh)

Aya : Hello hello.Who is this?

Ichirou : Nakazawa Ichirou  des.

Aya : Nakamura Aya des(bowing)

Risa : Where are you going?

Aya : No where .And how come I never heard about you Nakazawa?

Risa : Because I don’t even know him till today

Aya : (confused)

Ichirou : Okay okay,let me do this.I am Kaname’s,I mean Ishikawa Kaname’s assistant.He asked me to make sure that his beloved girlfriend got home safely.

Risa : (glaring at Ichirou)

Aya : Beloved what?(shocked)

Ichirou : girlfriend (smirks)

Aya : So,Risa,what happened between you and this new boyfriend of yours?

Risa : Can we not talk about this?

Ichirou : Why don’t we go and talk about this over some coffee or tea?(winks)

CAFÉ

Aya : (spurts her drink out)

Risa : (handing her a tissue)

Aya : Are you crazy?(gulps)

Ichirou : No.

Aya : You have to be his girlfriend for 2 monts?Thats 60 days of torture man.

Risa :And this is why you are my bestfriend.Yes 60 days of torture.

Aya : Why did you agree on helping him anyway?

Risa : I didn’t

Ichirou : But you have to.For the sake of the Ishikawa name.Imagine,you know imagine,the news of you being his girlfriend is spread all over Japan.And one day Kaname goes for a dinner or anything without you joining him.People probably be asking where are you and what happened to you.And what do you expect Kaname to answer? “  I don’t even know her” ?

Aya : Ouch,that’s serious.

Risa : (annoyed)

Aya : But why not Risa.You have nothing to do,its not like you are joining your sister’s firm or anything.Its not like you would have to deal with all those design plannings or interior design plans anymore.I hate that part but the urban chapter was amazing despite the site visit we always did though,but remember when we need to the arch and the attic windows back at the practice building,oh that one was hard I thought I cant manage to do the basic designs and--

Ichirou : HOLD IT.

Ichirou raised both of his hands,gesturing for Aya to stop talking and he turns to Aya.

Risa : What?

Ichirou : How do you know all of these?

Aya : Know what?

Ichirou : All these terms…who are you guys actually?

Risa : (sigh)

Aya : Because we studied them?

Ichirou  : wait what?

Risa :And Business .

Ichirou : wait,I don’t get it.Explain clearly please (rubbing his neck)

Aya : I took Law And Business. Risa took double degree too. She took arts and design,and business with me too.And that’s explain why she didn’t know who the hell is this Kaname.

Ichirou : Because you weren’t in Japan..oh wait,you both studied in America?

Aya : (nods)

Risa : Yes.

Ichirou : Oh my god.I am definitely talking to two very knowledgeable women now…

Risa : But,your boss does not know that.

Ichirou : Yes I doubt he knows.He called you ..

Aya : What did he call you!?

Risa : He thought I am still schooling.High school to be exact.

Aya : heh.What a blind guy.

Ichirou: I can actually take you two to work with the Ishikawa Group.Seriously.

Risa and Aya : Not interested.

Ichirou : (sigh)

Aya : But but,wait.Why are you still here again? Nakamura?

Ichirou : I have to make sure Okumura is back home safe and sound.

Aya : (turning to Risa) Whats with your new boyfriend?

Risa : First ,he is not my boyfriend. Second,you both aren’t helping at all.My head is in a bloody mess and what Ishikawa did or brought into my life just ruined me.Got it?

Ichirou : I beg you Risa,I really need your help.Kaname cant face another lost in his life.He lost the love of his life,he cant lose the reputations his family build.

Aya : So everything depends on Risa?

Ichirou : Just till the news eases down and something else came up.After that,you are free to go.

Risa sighed a little and look at Ichirou. Ichirou looks really really hopeful and there was a hidden concern shadowing his expression and that made Risa worry.

Risa : As much as I hate  everything.I don’t even know you and your circle.And I don’t even know anything.How can  I be his girlfriend just to cover his own fault?

Aya : More like both side’s fault.

Risa : (pinches Aya)

Ichirou : Karin said she would help you.You leave everything to us.All you gotta do is,let us protect you and help you through this.We don’t want the same thing to happen to Kaname…

Risa : What happened to him?

Ichirou : …alright,let me tell you what happened 2 years ago.

Aya : (looking at Ichirou)

Ichirou : Kaname finished his study when he was 24,and he was already appointed as the Head of the Company after Karin went to California for some matters. He was seeing Haruka,Suzuki Haruka.A girl he met during his studies.Haruka is such a sweet and kind girl.Kaname spends more of his time with her.Everything was fine,and she was supporting Kaname when he was starting with the responsibility as the company’s leader. But then,when it was spread around,the news I mean, the press began pressuring Kaname and Haruka.As in,they have no privacy ,especially Haruka. Haruka didn’t mind at first,but things got out of hands when the third person, Erina interfered with everything. Ogata Haruna is Kaname’s friend too back in high school and they know for such a long time.Ogata here has some sort of obsession towards Kaname and--

Risa : Obsession?(confused)

Aya : Is she mentally ill or what (confused)

Risa : Aya,that’s mean.

Aya : Seriously man.Im curious

Ichirou : How do you say,more like she was going after Kaname for so many years now.But she ran away,I don’t know what happened to her.When everything got out of hands,Haruka and Erina disappeared. Erina probably moved out of Japan while Haruka,no one knows where she went. She left no news or notes for Kaname.She left Kaname when he was in the midst of the downfall. Kaname was not even Kaname that time.He seemed to be at lost and he didn’t even care about his life. He was actually sick and he didn’t even care to do anything. I had no choice but to get Karin back in Japan. His mother at first,insisted that we bring him out of Japan,but Karin managed to get him back on his feets.And now,here is he,standing strong with an absolute perfection writing all over his body.

Risa looked at Ichirou and said nothing but stare at him.Risa seems to be taken aback after hearing Kaname’s side of the story and she came to realize why everyone is trying to protect her .They don’t  want Risa to face the same fate like Haruka did. And Risa knew,she needs to do something.Or at least,think of something.

Aya : This Kaname is something…

Risa : ….

Ichirou : So….do you still disagree to our deal?

Aya : (looking at Risa)

Risa : Why not? 60 days wouldn’t be that long after all.Im being kind here and Im just trying to help and no there is no hidden agenda.

Aya looked a Risa with such a disbelief face,and so does Ichirou.

Ichirou : (shocked)

Aya : (clapping)

Ichirou : I like you already!Okay,this is my treat.Order anything you like!

Risa : Are you serious?

Aya : WE should hang out more Ichirou (lifting her eyebrows)

Ichirou : But,first.Thank you so much Risa.I don’t know how much I owe you .I just--

Risa : Im doing this for only 60 days. Not more than that.

Ichirou : 60 days it is!

Aya : 60 days of adeventure eh….

Risa sighed when she finally realized she just agreed to the craziest thing ever in her life.She never see it coming,the deal of having to be someone she never thought of. But some part of her moved a little when she saw Kaname and heard his story.Some part of her is eager to help him go through this and its up to her to find the answers within the 60 days.60 days of torture,just like Aya said.