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A Nerdy SecretChapter 1 The Challenge"The hallway is unusually crowded today," said Sakura to her best friend slash cousin, Tomoyo who is busy braiding her hair in a messy way.Sakura Kinomoto is a famous supermodel in the agency of Tomoyo's mother, the Daidouji Industries. She is known as the "Blooming Sakura Blossom of the 21st Century" because of her beauty, grace, poise and brains. Most her suitors are consists of famous celebrities, athletes, and even royals. Well, what kind of male specie will not be captivated by her silky auburn hair that reaches her shoulders, her face to die for, her body which has the curves that even the densest boy in town will blush at. And most of all, nobody can resist her cheerful and optimistic personality, unfortunately only few people know this, "The Six Geeks of Tomoeda High" and the staff of Daidouji Industries knows this. Why you ask? Because she hides herself and acts as a nerd in Tomoeda High together with Tomoyo and herfriends well, she is the smartest student in their school that is why she and her friends who are also the smarty pants of the school are being teased."Maybe they are here", replied Tomoyo while placing her finger on her chin.Tomoyo Daidouji is a world class fashion designer and the executive of their company, the Daidouji Industries. She is Sakura's bestfriend and cousin and the onewho makes Sakura's clothes during fashion shows. Like Sakura, Tomoyo is pretending to be a nerd in their school despite her beauty and brains. Tomoyo has a long raven hair that reaches her waist; she has a gentle face, and also a body withluscious curves that men drool for. Aside from her physical features, men are also captivated on her angelic voice.

"They? Oh, you mean Li and his piglets", snorted Sakura."If this isn't Kinomoto and her ugly bestfriend", mocked Li who happened to hearthe "unflattering" comment of the girl.Sakura whirled and saw her nemesis and hissed his name. "What do you want Li?" Sakura sneered as Syaoran approached her.Li Syaoran is the future leader of the Li clan, meaning he is stinking rich. Allof the girls are really smitten by his killer smile and cunning looks. Who wouldn't be in love with his messy amber hair, a body with six pack abs and chocolate pools that a mere sight of it you can be lost to it."What a stingy way to greet your classmate Kinomoto, I just came here to say hello to you and your ugly bestfriend you know," said Syaoran, smirking."Li!," Sakura hissed. "Don't you dare call Tomoyo-chan ugly!" said Sakura readyto lunge at the smirking Syaoran but she was stopped by the sudden appearance of

Meling."Meiling! Why are you stopping me? She insulted Tomoyo-chan!", said Sakura whilescreaming and trying to escape from the grasp of Meiling."Sakura, calm down!" , said Meiling. "You know that you are wasting your time tothe likes of him!" she continued.After Sakura had calmed down, Meiling focused her attention to Syaoran."Fancy seeing you here Syaoran!" said Meiling in a fake smile. "I didn't know that I will see you here!" she said."Cut the crap Meiling, I know that you despise me," said Syaoran in a cool voice."It is good that you know baka," said Meiling in an equal voice. "You actually have no right to insult Tomoyo-chan, you yourself should know that a true leadernever speaks ill of his people," said Meiling in a cold voice.

Li Meiling is the cousin of Syaoran. She became the fianc of Syaoran once but shecancelled it because of the stupidity of his cousin. Even though she is his cousin, she despises him because of his attitude. He thinks too highly of himself and disregards the opinions of other people. Meiling became friends with Sakura and others because unlike the other girls, they do not judge people by just theirlooks and wealth. Meiling is a girl with a waist length jet black hair that reaches her waist but she keeps them in a messy bun. She has piercing ruby red eyesthat seem like looking at the depths of your soul. She is a black belter in martial arts and owner of a famous dojo."I can do whatever I want," said Syaoran. "It is really her fault that she is so


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ugly," said Syaoran in a mocking voice that made Tomoyo's vein pop."Li-san, are you really mocking me?" asked Tomoyo in a low and cold voice."What else ugly? Do you think that I am complimenting you huh?" said Syaoran whobroke into pits of laughter."You better take that back Li," said Rika who suddenly intervened in their conversation or rather debate."What will you do huh Sasaki?" asked Li challenging."Are you challenging us Li?" butted Naoko in their heated discussion."So "The Six Geeks of Tomoeda High" , are gathered huh" said Syaoran in a bored voice. "So what if I am challenging you?" asked Syaoran while smirking."We will gladly accept it", said Tomoyo in a confident voice."Oh? Well then, I, Li Syaoran, formally issues a challenge to "The Six Geeks ofTomoeda High", said Syaoran while smirking."What kind of challenge is that?" Sakura asked."I am challenging you to prove to us that she, pointing his finger to Tomoyo, isnot ugly and- oh scratch that, I want you to prove that all of you are not ugly", said Syaoran in a mocking voice."What an easy task Li," Sakura said in a confident voice. "Fine, if we prove toyou that we are not ugly like what you said we are, you will be our slaves for aweek, got it?" Sakura said."Fine, in exchange YOU will be our slaves for a week," said Syaoran."Deal, prepare to lose Li," said Sakura in a confident voice."Whatever you say Kinomoto," said Syaoran while slowly walking back to their classroom.

Chapter 2 The Doubt"What the bloody hell did you do Li?" asked the furious and bewildered Hayate.Kurosawa Hayate is the son of a famous owner of hotel chains all over the world.Hayate is a playboy who changes his girlfriend every month. Nobody can blame the girls for falling for him though, with his smooth magenta hair that all the girls love to brush their fingers, his killer smile that makes any woman to do what he wants, and a body with six pack abs that all girls drool at."Why are you so fussy about it Hayate? You don't possibly think that those uglygeeks are stinking beautiful don't you?" asked Syaoran who is busily containinghis laughter."Baka! Of course I don't think that will ever happen, they should have undergoneseries of plastic surgery sessions before they should be considered as "beautiful", said Hayate in a scolding voice.

"Then what are you fussing about?" asked Eriol who decided to butt in their conversation.Hiiragizawa Eriol is the son of the owner of a famous textile company called Clow Textile Company. He is very mysterious and smiles a lot but most of the peopledid not notice its fakeness except for a certain person. He has midnight blue hair, mysterious sapphire orbs and a built you definitely drool at."Nothing, I am just irritated by the fact that Syaoran here is risking my wholeweek with the hot babes in Hawaii because of a stupid challenge!" exclaimed Hayate while plopping himself in the nearby couch.All the six of them meaning Syaoran, Eriol, Yamazaki, Soujiro, Masato, and Hayate are hanging out in the game room of the Li Mansion. There, Syaoran said to theothers about the challenge with the geeks."But why did you choose such an easy task Syaoran?" asked Soujiro who is busy pl

aying with Masato in the Playstation.Hamano Soujiro is a pro tennis player. His parents already died but his aunt took care of him. He has quite a reputation of a famous player who loves to mock his opponents before fighting with him. He wants to draw out the full potential ofhis opponents before fighting with them by the sole purpose of achieving his thrills. He has aqua blue hair, with luminescent silver orbs and a muscular stature because of his training."I agree with Soujiro, what are you planning huh Syaoran?" asked Masato who is busily fighting with Soujiro in Tekken.Yamada Masato is the bestfriend of Soujiro. Ever since Soujiro's parents died, H


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e became his playmate and confidante. Masato is a son of an owner of the biggestpublishing company in the whole world, the Yamada Publishing Company. He is anonly son and the successor of their company. He is a patient and polite person but is scary when he is angry. He has forest green hair, stunning crimson red orbs and a body to die for."Ah! I lost!" said Soujiro while slamming his fist on the floor."Haha! Pay up now Soujiro!" said Masato while holding out his hand."Tch, whatever," said Soujiro while grudgingly paying Masato.Masato is busily counting his reward money that he didn't notice Yamazaki creeping behind him."Yo! What are you doing?" asked Yamazaki in a cheerful voice that scared all thedaylights out of Masato."What the-! Stop sneaking behind people Tak! You almost gave me a heart attack!"Masato reprimanded.Yamazaki Takahashi is a quite a ladies man. Because of his unruly charcoal blackhair, enchanting black orbs but he prefers to keep them closed, and a cheerfulpersonality that all the girls love. He is the childhood friend of Chiharu and he has a crush on her but he is too shy to confess to her. That is the reason whyhe dates many girls to gather his courage and already confess to her. He is theson of the owner of the famous Yamazaki Art Gallery."Sorry, heheheYou are just fun to tease you know," said Yamazaki while ploppingin the couch beside Hayate."So, about the geeks, do you think they would even show up?" asked Hayate whilemunching a bowl of popcorn.

"Hah, those geeks will probably chicken out and they will not show up their uglyfaces!" said Syaoran while smirking."You're right! Hahaha!" affirmed by the five boys."You are going down Kinomoto!" said Syaoran in his mind while mentally laughingto himself."Are you sure we should do it?" asked Rika in a worried voice.Sasaki Rika is an Olympic gold medalist in the field of gymnastics. Because of her beauty and grace in the stage. She is known in the world as "The Graceful Grace of the Land of the Rising Sun". Aside for being a gymnast, she is known for her being a good citizen who sponsors numerous charity events. She has red shoulder length hair, gentle and expressive magenta colored eyes. She is often calm and collected but easily flustered when around with the guys. She is the successorof their company called Sasaki Group of Companies.

She and the other girls are having a sleepover at the mansion of Sakura. They are discussing about the challenge with Syaoran."Yeah, I think it is not yet the right time for us to unravel our true identities," added Naoko who is busy typing in her laptop.Yanagisawa Naoko is a bestselling mystery author. She is known as "The Golden Goddess of Mystery Stories" because of the magic that she pours in her stories. Her stories already won numerous awards and already sold billions of copies. Asidefrom her being an author, she is also known for her lustrous shoulder length olive hair, expressive dark brown orbs and a slim body. She is a daughter of an owner of a 7 star hotel."But it is not right for us to just pass what Li said to Tomoyo-chan," reasonedChiharu.Chiharu Mihara is a world class painter. Because of her extraordinary talent in

painting, she was given a title "The Virtuoso of the Asia". This title was passed to her by the former legendary artist. She has curly waist length copper hair,captivating burgundy orbs, and a slim body. She is the daughter of the owner ofchains of malls in the world. She is also the childhood friend of Yamazaki andshe has a secret crush on him."Yeah, I cannot forgive Syaoran for saying that to our dearest Tomoyo-chan!" said Meiling while hugging Tomoyo from behind."The one who challenges "The Six Geeks of Tomoeda High" will face hell!" said Tomoyo while pumping her fist up."Let's show that arrogant, stupid and lousy jerk who we really are!' said Sakura


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in a determined voice."YEAH!" all of the girls screamed."Prepare to face your downfall Li!" said Sakura to herself while laughing maniacally.Having their resolve, the girls got ready for tomorrow to show the world their true selves."This is going to be extremely fun," said a smirking Naoko after finishing her novel. "I can't wait on how will the events turn out," said Naoko before preparing to go to bed.Chapter 3 The Greatest Shock Of AllThe next day, Sakura and the others woke up early to prepare for their "surprise". Meiling and Tomoyo are the ones in-charged of the make-up; Naoko and Rika arein-charged of the hairstyle. The girls are currently fumbling to Sakura's gigantic closet."Sakura, can you please pass the brush?" asked Rika."Here," said Sakura while passing the brush."Mei, what do you think?" asked Sakura while twirling.Sakura is wearing a white jersey dress with matching black and white striped belt, and black high heels. She has light make-up. Her hair is done in massive curls."Perfect!" exclaimed Meiling while clapping her hands.Meiling is currently wearing a satin top with matching satin shorts and glitterpumps. Like Sakura, Meiling also chose to wear only a light make-up. Her hair isdone in high ponytail.

"As usual, Sakura is so gorgeous!" said the squealing Tomoyo."But you look gorgeous as well Tomoyo-chan," said Rika."Tomoyo is wearing a gorgeous chiffon dress, a patent belt with matching black stilettos. Her hair is in a messy bun."You also look beautiful Rika-chan", said Tomoyo while looking at Rika.Rika is wearing a black dress, a belt and patent peep-a-toe shoes. Her hair is in an elegant single braid."Tomoyo-chan is not lying Rika, you look beautiful," said Naoko.Naoko is wearing a chiffon blouse and a tank top with fuschia pumps. Her hair isdown and adorned with a knitted beret."Stop flattering me or else I will be flattened against the floor!" exclaimed Rika while blushing. This comment sent all the girls into pits of laughter."Chi, you look fabulous!" exclaimed Sakura after Chiharu emerged from the bathro

om.Chiharu is wearing a tri-colored dress worn as top with black and white skirt with a matching metallic wedges. Her hair is let down and curled at the ends."Haha, you look good as well Sak," said Chiharu while plopping herself in Sakura' bed."Shall we depart now?" asked Sakura while standing up. "I will ring Walter," shecontinued."Oh, a grand entrance using the limo huh," Meiling smirked while placing her head under her chin."Fabulous! Let's see the expressions of those arrogant jerks when they see our true selves!" said Sakura while pumping her fist."Yeah!" said all the girls. They all went out Sakura's room and bounded downstairs. At the foot of the stairs, they saw Walter waiting for them.

"Good morning, ladies," said Walter while smiling at the ladies.Walter is a middle-aged man who already served the Kinomoto family for a long time. He is wearing a black formal suit with a black necktie."Good morning!" greeted the girls."Shall we go now?" asked Walter."Yes," answered Sakura. The girls boarded the limo one by one and drove slowly towards Tomoeda High."I pity you Li, you will soon face hell!" said Sakura while laughing maniacallyto her mind."Today's the day of the challenge right?" asked Hayate.


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"Ah, yeah" said Eriol absent mindedly.All of the boys are already at school and they are currently discussing about the challenge with the geeks. Their discussion was suddenly cut off by the suddensqueals of the girls."What is the commotion all about?" asked Syaoran appearing in the scene."I don't know," said the clueless Masato."Let's see," said Soujiro while standing up.All the boys went in the front gates to see what is happening. There they saw ablack limousine pulling up at the front gates. They all thought that a celebrityis visiting Tomoeda High. Well then shame on them, It is our lovely heroines riding the limo. The limo stopped and Sakura stepped out. All of the students jawdropped. "The Blooming Sakura Blossom of the 21st Century is here!" all of the students had gone haywire. This made Sakura smirk triumphantly."They are so noisy!" complained Rika while stepping out the limo."Kyaa! It is "The Graceful Grace Rika-sama!" exclaimed a random fangirl. All ofthe boys turned their heads and saw Rika; they all had hearts in their eyes."I completely agree with you! They are so annoying!" exclaimed Meiling."Well, they can't help it right?" asked Naoko while stepping out the limo."They can't help it when they see how gorgeous we are right?" added Naoko whilelaughing."Haha! I completely agree!" said Tomoyo."Did you see their faces when we stepped out in the limo?" asked Chiharu while smirking."I saw it! I saw it! It was priceless!" said Meiling while snickering.

"Let's approach them now," suggested Tomoyo."Let's go girls," said Sakura while waving her hand. They slowly approached Syaoran and the others who were caught off-guard."I wonder what is your business here beautiful ladies?" asked Syaaoran who is smiling."Did you forget about our challenge Li?" asked Sakura with a mocking smile."Challenge? May I ask what are you talking about my fair lady?" asked Syaoran ina confused voice."My fair lady? My, how could you get any cornier huh Li?" asked Sakura in an amused voice."Kinomoto?" asked Syaaoran in a surprised manner."BINGO!" said Sakura while clapping her hands."What the- how?" stammered Syaoran.

"Cat got your tongue Li-san?" asked Tomoyo while smirking."I guess it is our complete win Li," said Naoko. "What are we going to do now Kura?" she asked while glancing at Sakura."I guess we should get a pick with each of them, afterall we are even," said Sakura. "Obviously I will choose Li," said Sakura while strutting towards Sakura while pulling his ear."Be ready to face hell now Li," said Sakura while pulling Syaoran towards theirclassroom who is protesting."Well, let's choose ours now, suggested Naoko while watching Sakura and Syaorandisappear in the corner."I choose him," said Rika while pointing her finger to Soujiro. "Follow me," shesaid. Soujiro just followed her."I will just choose Yamazaki," said Chiharu while looking at Yamazaki. "Come wit

h me," said Chiharu while walking at the opposite direction where Rika and Soujiro went."Hmm, I guess I will choose you," said Naoko while pointing her finger to Masato. Masato just followed her obediently."I guess I will choose you," said Meiling while pointing her finger to Hayate."But I have a date with a cute babe today! There in no bloody way that I will waste my precious time with a barbaric woman like you!" Hayate complained."Barbaric woman? How dare you call me that you insolent jerk!" said Meiling."Why? Do you call the likes of you an elegant woman huh?" asked Hayate who is obviously mocking Meiling.


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"How dare you say that to a Li!" said an enraged Meiling. She roundhouse kickedhim which knocked him out unconscious. Meiling just carried the unconscious Hayate in her shoulders like a sack of rice and walked of somewhere leaving a shocked Eriol and a sweat dropping Tomoyo."You're friend is a bit violent, isn't she? asked Eriol after finally finding his voice."Ahaha, well, sometimes Meiling-chan is a bit "violent" but she is really caringmost of the time," explained Tomoyo."I see," said Eriol. He looked at Tomoyo and carefully studied her face and hisgaze suddenly landed on her eyes. He found Tomoyo's eyes attractive and mysterious. Eriol seemed drawn by her eyes. They are like precious amethyst jewels thatare priceless. Tomoyo caught his gaze and sent a questioning gaze at him."Is something wrong?" asked Tomoyo."Nothing," said Eriol while averting his gaze towards her. He can't bear to stare at those enchanting orbs again. It is like he is drawn magnetically to her."Can I ask you a question?" asked Tomoyo."What is it?" asked Eriol who is curious."Why are you always smiling when it is so obvious that it is a fake one?" askedTomoyo while looking directly at Eriol's sapphire orbs. His orbs are like twinkling jewels that are shining under the moonlight, she observed. But despite the unusual twinkle in his eyes, there is a hint of sadness in his eyes.Tomoyo always observed all his fake smiles."How?" asked a flabbergasted Eriol while staring at her in surprise."I don't know, I just see it I guess," said Tomoyo unsure of what to answer to h

im.The two just stood there unmoving, unsure what to do. Eriol is the one who decided to break the silence."Could you come with me?" asked Eriol."Where are we going?" asked Tomoyo."I am going to tell you a story," said Eriol while looking at Tomoyo. Tomoyo could clearly see sorrow in his eyes. Tomoyo silently followed Eriol towards his car unsure what to say.Chapter 4 His Past and the Unexpected KissEriol drove silently while Tomoyo is looking at the sceneries that they are passing by. Tomoyo is thinking about the expression that Eriol just had now.At last, Eriol stopped in front of a huge building. Tomoyo found a huge sign board that indicates that it is the Tokyo Theater, the biggest theater in the whole

Japan. Here, famous artists perform and various stage plays are being shown."What are going to do here?" asked Tomoyo while glancing at the silent Eriol."Follow me," said Eriol as he walked towards the main entrance.Tomoyo silently followed him towards the main entrance and she marveled at the sight of the whole theater. There are 1, 400 seats available in the whole theater, there is a big stage at the front and an enormous grand piano at the center. Eriol silently walked at the center isle and finally stopped when he reached thecenter stage. He carefully sat down at the chair of the piano and started to press the keys. Tomoyo just sat there while watching him play the piano."He is good," said Tomoyo while mesmerized by the way Eriol is playing the piece. Despite the cheerful tune of the piece, there is still a hint of sadness in it. Tomoyo could feel that Eriol is playing the piece according to his current emotions.

"This piece is composed by my mother for me when I was still 4 years old," started Eriol with his eyes closed."She is famous pianist. She is known in the world as "The Beautiful Sonnet". Shewon various awards and she already performed in the whole world. But despite her busy schedule, she still has time for me and my father. "We are a happy family, unaware of the fact that my mother has a disease that will change our entire world," continued Eriol while reminiscing that day.FlashbackA 6 year old Eriol is currently waiting for his mommy to come down in the musicroom. His mommy promised to him that she would teach him how to play "Ave Maria"


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. Little Eriol was so excited about it because it has been a month since his mommy had time for him. But his mother is so late so little Eriol decided to fetchhis mother himself. Little Eriol silently climbing up the stairs and went straight to his mother's room. Little Eriol knocked into the door of his mother's room."Mom? Are you there? Hurry up, I want to learn already! Please?" plead the excited Eriol. But poor little Eriol did not receive a single response to his motherso he hesitantly opened the door and there he saw his mother lying motionlesslyon the floor."Mom!" Eriol rushed beside his mother and shook her."Mom! Mom! Wake up! I beg you, please wake up!" said Eriol while tears are slowly pouring down. Hiiragizawa Yuka, Eriols mother slowly opened her eyes and saw Eriol sobbing."Why are you crying my dear child?" asked Yuka in a in a hoarse whisper. "You know that a man never cries, right?" said Yuka while wiping the tears of her son."Promise me that you will never cry again, ok?" asked Yuka while holding up herpinky."I promise," said Eriol while intertwining his pinky with his mother."That is a relief," said Yuka and smiled at her son. "Remember that I will always love you and your father," said Yuka while smiling her son for the final time.After that Yuka's hand fell and Eriol's eyes widened."Mom! Mom! "shouted Eriol while shaking his mother.Eriol's mother died. It is later found out that Yuka had a colon cancer. She kept it a secret to everyone, even her husband. After the funeral, Eriol's father,

Hiiragizawa Kooji never spared a glance to his son again. Kooji thinks that it is Eriol's fault that his wife died. He loved Yuka very much that is why he can'taccept that she is already dead. He drowned himself in his work and he became the most influential businessman in the whole world. But he is dubbed as the" cold- hearted businessman" because he always have stoic face and stern voice. Afterthat incident, Eriol did not socialize with anyone ever again and just played piano. But after a year, Syaoran, his cousin, pulled him out of the darkness andmade friends with him. After some time, they met Hayate, Masato, Yamazaki and Soujiro. They all had a strong friendship and they all helped Eriol to get over the death of her mother.End of Flashback"Hiiragizawa-san? Hiiragizawa-san?" said Tomoyo while shaking Eriol. Eriol snapped from his reverie and came face-to-face with a concerned Tomoyo.

"Are you ok Hiiragizawa-san?" asked Tomoyo while looking worriedly at him. Erioldidn't realize that the piece ended three minutes ago and Tomoyo is already calling his name for the last three minutes. Tomoyo just hugged him that shocked Eriol."Daidouji-san what are you-?" asked the shocked Eriol."Shhh, just let it out, it is not good that you keep it to yourself, just let itout" said Tomoyo while running her hand to Eriols hair. Eriol's emotion just gotten over him and just cried at the shoulders of Tomoyo. Tomoyo just continued to hug him and whispered soothing words to him. After some time, Eriol just looked at her and he saw her flash a smile at him."Are you ok now Hiiragizawa-san?" asked Tomoyo while smiling at him."Yes, I am very much better now Daidouji-san, thank you" said Eriol while flashing a real smile to her. Tomoyo just returned his smile. It has been 12 years sin

ce Eriol flashed his real smile."I wonder what kind of magic this woman possesses to make me smile real again?"asked Eriol to himself. After crying to a girl like that, he doesn't even feel abit of embarrassment he finds her presence comforting, he observed."Shall we go to an amusement park?" suggested Tomoyo. Tomoyo just saw the fragile side of Eriol. Now she understands why this person's eyes are so sad but a while ago she saw a real smile coming from him, and she is so happy. After all, shetoo experienced the same thing."As you wish Daidouji-san," said Eriol while smiling playfully to her and made afake bow.


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"Haha, Tomoyo will do Hiiragizawa-san," said Tomoyo while smiling at him."Not until you call me Eriol, Tomoyo-chan," said Eriol."As you wish, Eriol-kun" said Tomoyo. The two just burst out laughing at their own silliness."Shall we go now?" asked Eriol while extending his arm towards Tomoyo who gladlyaccepted it. They both exited the theater unaware of the fact that pair of grayeyes is watching them."Youth these days," said by the owner of the eyes. He just shook his head and smiled to himself. "It kind of reminds me of the past," said by the mysterious person. This mysterious person is the owner of the Tokyo Theater, Nakamura Kenta. He heard a beautiful music in the stage so he decided to see who is playing and there he saw Eriol playing the piano. He was mesmerized by the music but he can clearly sense of sadness that it possesses."I guess, this young man has undergone many trials in his life," Nakamura-san thought. Nakamura-san just watched silently at the turn out of events.He was pretty much amused when Tomoyo comforted the crying Eriol in her arms."They will make a pretty good couple" thought Nakamura-san while smiling to himself. He just watched as Tomoyo and Eriol exited the theater."I am going to play a matchmaker for awhile," said Nakamura-san while smirking.He made a phone call to the guards and asked the names of the sweet couple."Hiiragizawa Eriol and Daidouji Tomoyo, sir!" said the guard."Is that so? Thank you." said Nakamura-san while hanging up to the guard."Hiiragizawa Eriol and Daidouji Tomoyo huh?" murmured Nakamura-san to himself. He exited in the theater and went to meet his old friend.

Meanwhile, Tomoyo and Eriol are currently enjoying their trip in the amusement park. They already went to different rides. Tomoyo pulled Eriol towards the Haunted House."Eriol-kun, let's go to the Haunted House!" said the excited Tomoyo. Eriol justlet the girl drag him to the entrance. Eriol is really having a good time; it has been a while since he went to the amusement park. The two entered the hauntedhouse and they could already hear the shouts of people."Is it really scary here?" asked Tomoyo to Eriol."Who knows, maybe they are just over reacting," said Eriol while shrugging."That is mean you know!" said the amused Tomoyo. Eriol just remained silent. Tomoyo and Eriol just continued to walk deeper the haunted house, along the way, they saw the fake ghosts, fake corps, and other fake creatures.The two just laughed at it.

"Is this really a Haunted House or what?" asked Tomoyo while wiping the tears that are escaping her eyes."I completely agree with you!" said Eriol who is laughing comically. The two just reached the exit of the Haunted House and just left the Haunted House laughing."Are you hungry?" asked Eriol."A bit," Tomoyo answered while looking sheepishly at Eriol."Then let's go to that restaurant," said Eriol while leading her to an Italian restaurant. Tomoyo protested but Eriol just shut her up and dragged her towards the restaurant."It is really expensive here you know," said Tomoyo while looking worriedly at Eriol."It is ok, I am also rich," said Eriol while winking at her.

"But-," protested Tomoyo but was cut off by Eriol."No buts, it is my treat ok?" said Eriol while smiling."If you say so," said Tomoyo unsure. After a while, the waiter came and asked for their orders. The two ordered and ate silently. After they had finished eating, Tomoyo said that they should ride to the Ferris wheel first before they go home. Eriol obliged and the two silently rode the cart. Tomoyo is silently admiringthe whole scenery while Eriol is staring at Tomoyo. Tomoyo noticed this and looked quizzically at him."Is there something on my face?" asked Tomoyo while wiping the imaginary dirt inher face.


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Eriol chuckled. Tomoyo just never fails to amuse him. Tomoyo is asking what thematter is but he replied that there is none."The stars are so beautiful tonight ne Eriol-kun?" asked Tomoyo while gazing atthe stars."Yes," Eriol agreed while following the gaze of Tomoyo. They both saw a shootingstar and made a wish."I wish that Eriol-kun will find the girl that will make him happy for the restof his life," said Tomoyo to herself while clasping her hands and closing her eyes."I wish that I will already find the girl that will make me happy for the rest of my life," said Eriol to himself.Both of them are unaware of the fact that they both wished for the same thing and the answer to their wishes is already front of their eyes."What did you wish for Tomoyo-chan?" asked Eriol while looking at the girl."S-E-C-R-E-T!" Tomoyo said while she stuck her tongue out."No fair!" said Eriol. "I will tell you mine if you tell me yours," Eriol said."A secret is a secret!" said Tomoyo. They both exited the cart and Eriol volunteered to drive her home. Soon, they both reached Tomoyo's house. Tomoyo stepped out of the car and faced Eriol."Thank you for today! I really enjoyed it!" said Tomoyo while beaming at him."No, Thank YOU," said Eriol to Tomoyo who is looking at him questioningly."For what?" asked Tomoyo."For everything," said Eriol while leaning to kiss Tomoyo on the lips. Eriol left hurriedly and sped off leaving a blushing dumbfounded Tomoyo.

"It was my first kiss," they both thought and blushed furiously. Tomoyo ran inside their house and hurriedly closed the door. She fell on the floor flushed in embarrassment. Sonomi saw her daughter on the floor blushing and asked what happened to her."What happened to you sweetie?" asked Sonomi pretending that she never knew it.Sonomi is actually waiting for her daughter to come home and she saw a car stopby their house. There she saw their kissing scene and she smirked at it.Nakamura-san told her awhile ago about this Hiiragizawa guy and he showed to herthe videoed "romantic scene" of the two. Nakamura-san convinced her to help himto get her daughter and this Hiiragizawa guy together and she agreed. "This will be interesting," Sonomi thought as she continued the unfolding scene in frontof her."Finally, the boy is finally making his move," said Sonomi while looking at the

two blushing teens at her window. She went downstairs to check on his daughter and she saw Tomoyo there blushing."Nothing, mom! I am already going upstairs ok?" Tomoyo said while rushing to goto her room. Tomoyo closed her door and showered already. After showering, she faced her mirror and touched her lips. She flushed again and decided to sleep early. But our poor Tomoyo-chan cannot sleep, she keeps on thinking about the kiss,unaware of the fact that Eriol is experiencing the same thing.Chapter 5 You're What!"Where are we going?" asked Masato as Naoko lead him to the limo."To my house," said Naoko while ordering the driver to drive them to the mansion. Masato just chose to keep quiet the whole ride. After a couple of minutes, they reached the Yanagisawa Manor. The gigantic gates opened and the limo slowly approached the main entrance of the Manor. Naoko stepped out of the limo and Masat

o just followed her. They reached the entrance and the butler of the house, Matsuo, greeted them."Welcome back Naoko-sama," said Matsuo while bowing."I'm back," said Naoko while smiling at Matsuo. "I have a guest today," said Naoko while glancing at Masato."Yamada Masato, It is a pleasure to meet you," said Masato while bowing."Please don't bow to me Masato-sama," said the flustered Matsuo. "It is an honorto meet the son of the owner of the biggest publishing house in the whole world," said Matsuo while bowing."Ehehehe, please don't be so flattery, It is quite embarrassing" said Masato whi


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le scratching the back of his head."WHAT! You are the son of Takuya-san?" asked the shocked Naoko. Yamada Takuya isthe owner Yamada Publishing Company, he and his wife, Yamada Sachiyo worked very hard together and the fruit of their hard labor is their company. Takuya is avery kind and chivalrous man and he has great sense of humor."How did you know my father?" asked Masato, puzzled."Just follow me and I will tell you," said Naoko while dragging Masato in her room. Masato just let the girl drag him because he is really curious why Naoko know his father. At last, they stopped at front of a large door and Naoko burst thedoor open. She motioned for him to sit down in the couch and he obliged."So, will you tell me now how did you know who my father is?" asked Masato curiously."Have you read the story "Where Nobody is Saved"?" asked Naoko."Of course! That is the first story of Midnight Kiss that won various awards right?" asked Masato while looking at her."Then how about "The Deathsville", "The Mysterious Winner", and "Mr. Killer of the Northville"?" asked Naoko."Of course! Those are all the bestsellers of Midnight Kiss right?" asked Masato.Naoko just stared at him hard and Masato just stared back at her. Their staringcontest lasted for three minutes and Naoko just sighed. She looked at Masato and ordered him to fetch her laptop that is in the table. Masato just followed herand fetched her laptop and passed it to her.Naoko just showed her a file in her laptop."What is this?" asked Naoko while showing to Masato a certain file. Masato stare

d at it hard and read a few lines and his eyes grew wide in realization."YOU ARE MIDNIGHT KISS?" shouted Masato while looking at Naoko as if she just grew a second head."Yes, but please do not shout!" she ordered to him. Masato just gaped at her andit took a full minute for him to recover."So you're really Midnight Kiss huh," said Masato after recovering from his shock. Naoko just nodded and looked at him."So you are a huge fan huh?" asked Naoko while browsing at her laptop."Ehehe, quite, I already read all of your books," said Masato while looking at Naoko."Is that so? Then you will be delighted to see this," said Naoko while showing afile to Masato again. Masato studied the file and his eyes grew wide. AGAIN."This is your next story isn't it?" asked Masato while surveying the manuscript

of the story."Yes, and I will be passing my manuscript today," said Naoko. "Can you accompanyme?" asked Naoko while looking at Masato shyly."Gladly! It is an honor for me to accompany "The Golden Goddess of Mystery Stories" Yanagisawa-san," answered Masato while looking at her."Thanks! But please call me Naoko, Yamada-san" said Naoko."As you wish, please call me Masato then," said Masato. Naoko just nodded and they left the manor and went to the Yamada Publishing Company. The couple left themanor happily that they didn't notice that a certain aqua orbs staring at themcuriously."Why is Naoko together with Masato-kun?" asked the man to himself. The man is Yanagisawa Kazuki. He is the father of Naoko and the owner of a seven star hotel.He is very kind and considerate that is why he is so popular to his staffs. He i

s the bestfriend of Yamada Takuya. They had been friends since high school; theymade a promise to each other that they will make their child marry each other so that they could be united by blood."It looks like I need to call my old friend now," smirked Kazuki while he phonedhis bestfriend."Hello?" answered Takuya."Takuya? It's me, Kazuki, it looks like your son and my daughter already knows each other," said Kazuki while smirking."Oh?" asked Takuya who is clearly amused."How?" Takuya asked as he stood up from his chair.


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"I do not know, he and Naoko just showed up the house and left early," said Kazuki."Masato went to your house?" asked Takuya who is already snickering. "He is quite fast isn't he?" asked Takuya."I completely agree," said Kazuki."It looks like they are on the way there," said Kazuki."Oh yeah, Naoko-chan said that she will pass her manuscript of her new story today," said Takuya remembering her conversation with Naoko the other day.Their conversation was interrupted by the beeping of Takuya's intercom. Takuya'ssecretary, Kondou Michiyo, said that Naoko and his son, Masato is looking for him."Later, they are already here," said Takuya while hanging up."Kondou-san, please let them in," said Takuya."Yes, sir," said Michiyo."You can come in now Naoko-chan, Young Master," said Michiyo while motioning both of them to the door that will lead them to the president's office. Masato knocked and opened the door."Dad?" called Masato to his father."Fancy seeing you here son!" said Takuya while standing up to hug his son."I am here with Yanagisawa-san since she asked me to accompany her pass the manuscript of her new story," explained Masato while looking at his father."Good evening, Takuya-san," said Naoko while bowing."No need to bow child, good evening to you also," said Takuya while smiling at Naoko. Naoko just returned his smile and gave him the memory card that contains h

er manuscript. Takuya just said that she should give it to Kodou-san since Kodou-san will go to the Publishing Section. Naoko excused herself and went to find Kodou-san."How did you know each other?" asked Takuya while looking at his son. They are left alone in Takuya's office."Some kind of stupid challenge that Syaoran dragged as into," said Masato whileplopping himself in the sofa."Oh? Is that so?" murmured Takuya while secretly grinning to himself."So how did you find Naoko-chan?" asked Takuya while carefully studying his son's expression. He observed that how emotions portrayed in his crimson orbs."She is so unique," said Masato. "What kind of girl would like to eat spicy foods? My god, she is so amusing, can you imagine a girl burying her nose in hundreds of novels instead of shopping?" said an amused Masato while chuckling to is cl

early wondering how Naoko managed to change his son in a day. It is the first time Masato is so zoned out while talking about someone especially a girl."So, do you like her?" asked Takuya while staring straight at the crimson orbs of Masato. Masato is about to answer but Naoko burst open the door and called Masato since it is time for them to leave."We will leave then Takuya-san, it is already late," said Naoko."I agree," said Takuya. Masato stood up walked out the door not before whispering something to his father that made him smirk. Did you know what did Masato say?It is only in three words but Takuya is obviously happy with the choice of words of his son. "She is mine". "That kid has grown up," he thought. He stared at the skyscrapers that are visible under the starry night."I wonder if Sachiyo and I will say goodbye to our dearest son soon?" asked Takuya and chuckeled to himself. "I better call Kazuki and continue our interesting

conversation," said Takuya while calling his bestfriend.Meanwhile, Masato insisted on driving Naoko home. They are having a happy conversation that they didn't notice that they are already at the front of the Yanagisawa Manor. The car halted and Masato opened the door for Naoko. Naoko faced Masato and thanked him."Thank you for accompanying me," said Naoko while smiling angelically at Masato.Masato thanked God that the lights there are quite dim because he is blushing heavily. Naoko gave him a kiss in the cheek and waved at him. She immediately ranto the door and slammed it shut. Masato just stood there gaping at shock."I/She kissed him/me," they both thought simultaneously. Masato went home while


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smiling all the way. This was not gone unnoticed by his father but Takuya just kept his mouth shut and let his son have his private moment, for now."The teasing will just go tomorrow," thought Takuya while preparing to go to sleep.That night, just like Eriol and Tomoyo, both Naoko and Masato cannot sleep because they kept on thinking about the kiss. As for Naoko, she is beginning to feelthat she is slowly falling in love with Masato. But she fears that he does not feel the same. Poor Naoko, she doesn't have an idea that Masato feels the same.Chapter 6 The Trouble of our HeartsHayate's POVMy head hurts, that barbaric woman sure is strong. I sat and looked around, I see children wearing white robes that look like the robes that they use in martialarts. I was correct; the children are practicing martial arts. I am impressed by the fact that these kids who are merely 5-6 years old are able to do these things. I can see that they enjoy what they are doing. I actually envy them, they can do what their heart wants, but in my case I can't. Since I am the son of a famous owner of hotel chains, everyone expects me to be perfect.They expect me to be as perfect as my father who did not even have time with hisfamily. It is a good thing I still have grandmother, she is the only one who understands me. All of them are the same except for grandmother. They see me as aCasanova, a philanderer who knows nothing about life. But they are wrong; the truth is I am a very passionate person. I only change my girlfriends because I amsearching for something, a person who can make me feel at home, and a person whocan see through the mask that I created. I want someone to find the real me, th

e passionate, gentle me.But unfortunately, I didn't find her yet, out of all the 650, no 651girlfriendsI had, I haven't found her yet. Sometimes I am wondering if such person exists but a feeling deep inside me that tells me to never give up. So I just continue with my life. I am trying to find her, and I am sure that my efforts will not bewasted.End of POVHayate is completely absorbed in his thoughts that he didn't notice Meiling approaching him."Oi, are you ok?" asked Meiling, frowning. "You sick or what?" asked Meiling while placing her palm in his forehead.Hayate is completely surprised with the fact that her hand is so smooth and warm. Her hand sent shivers on his body that he jumped from her touch completely sur

prising Meiling."I am ok!" said Hayate while panting. But is intake of breath was stopped when he caught sight of what Meiling is wearing. Meiling is wearing traditional whiterobes that is used for martial arts but is soaked in sweat. Her hair is done ina tight bun and sweat is trickling down her face down to her luscious breast. Hayate felt that he is being aroused."Damn hormones!" Hayate hissed in his mind while trying to shake off the thoughtof Meiling naked in his bed."Oi, are you finished talking to yourself?" asked Meiling while sitting down thenearby bench. God! She is so exhausted!Meiling's POVI wonder what is happening in this guy. When he woke up, he clutched his head and looked around I noticed how he gazed at the children. I saw how is eyes soften

ed while staring at them Maybe something happened with him when he was still a child. I noticed that behind his smiling face, there is a sad child desperately searching for love.I knew that the reason why he is constantly changing his girlfriend is because he is searching for someone who will love him for what he is instead of his looks, wealth and brains. Poor guy, maybe his parents didn't raise him with full of love. Maybe I should help him. Yes, I will help him find his love and that is final.End of POV"Where are we?" asked Hayate while looking around. He saw the children practicin


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g awhile ago and some teenagers."In my dojo," said Meiling while wiping the sweat in her face."I see," said Hayate while looking at everywhere. When he looked up he saw a figure approaching them. It is a guy with flame red hair with matching red ruby eyes. He is also dressed in the traditional white robes. He hated to admit it but he is good-looking."Meiling-sama, it is time for us to close the dojo," said the guy."I know," said Meiling. She stood up and introduced the guys with each other."Kurosawa, this is Oota Shiro, my apprentice," "Shiro, this is Kurosawa Hayate,"said Meling. The guys shook hands but Hayate could feel the intense gaze that Shiro is throwing at him."So the big guy is in-love with his master huh," Hayate thought."Shiro, say to the students that they should hurry up because it is already timeto close, I going to take a shower first," said Meiling while turning around."Understood, Meiling-sama," said Shiro before bowing at the disappearing figureof her master."You are in-love with her aren't you?" said Hayate while casual leaning at the door jamb. Shiro just stared at him dumbfounded. "How did he know?" Shiro wondered."Well, it's so obvious you know, as far as I can see, those looks that you are throwing to her are really . Hmm, what's the word? Ummm, appreciative," said Hayate while looking at him."Is he freaking mind reader or what?" Hayate asked to himself bewildered."And no, I am not a mind reader, you are just too obvious," said Hayate while sm

irking at him. "Why don't you confess to her?" asked Hayate. "It is not you're ugly or what you know," Hayate added.Oota Shiro is actually good-looking and- oh scratch that, he is so handsome! With his unruly cinnamon hair and twinkling lavender orbs. Many girls are actuallyafter but he doesn't answer their feelings at all because his master, his friend, his first love."I am afraid that if she did not reciprocate my feelings, maybe it will threatenour friendship," said Hayate while looking at the outside.The birds are chirping happily. The flowers and the trees look happy as they follow the rhythm of the wind. But the clouds look dark. "Maybe there is an impending storm," Shiro thought."I see," said Hayate. He is about to say something more but Meiling emerged fromthe bathroom. She is dressed in white Capri pants with matching baby blue tube

blouse. She is wearing sandals."Let's go," said Meiling while motioning Hayate to follow him. Hayate just followed her but not before whispering some words to Shiro."Go for it!," while giving Shiro a pat on the shoulders."Ja Shiro, do not forget to close the doors!" said Meiling while smiling at him."Yes Master, please be careful," said Hayate while returning his master's smile."It has been seven years since Master took me in and I met her," he thought ashe recalled his faithful meeting with his Master and that person.FlashbackOota Shiro is a 17 year old boy is aimlessly walking around the street. He has nowhere to go. His parents died when he was still 6 years old. His relatives don't want to take him in. My life is northing but a trash now he thought. But whilewalking around, he saw a humungous building made of wood. He decided to check w

hat is it and there he saw a young girl, approximately 10 years old is teachingboys and girls around her age some basic martial arts moves. He became interested and came nearer to see the mysterious young girl more.He is completely amazed by the fact that the girl is actually good at martial arts! He stared the girl with wide eyes and saw her graceful moves. After awhile,the girl finally noticed him and approached him."May I help you?" asked Meiling while looking up at him Hayate doesn't know whatto say but he managed to come up with an answer."May I ask you name little girl?" asked Shiro while crouching low so that he canbe at the same level with the girl.


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"Oota Shiro," said Shiro while looking at the girl in front of him."Well then Shiro, welcome to the Li Dojo," said Meiling while smiling at him."Me? Why me?" said Shiro, confused."Because I said so, now hurry up and move in, from now on you will live here, understood?" said Meiling."Mistakes, lead Shiro to his new room," said Meiling while walking away."Yes, Master" Mitsuki said. "Please follow me, Oota-san," she continued."Please call me Shiro, Mitsuki-san," said Shiro while proceeding to follow Mitsuki.And that is how Shiro met his Master and his first everbestfriend.End of Flashback/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/Shiro was broke into his reverie when his bestfriend, Mitsuki approached him."Ne Shiro, its time to close the dojo," said Mitsuki while smiling at him."I know, let's go, said Shiro while walking towards Mitsuki./-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/Meiling and Hayate are quietly driving down the city. It is already night time so anyone can see the magnificent lights that the city possesses. Soon, they managed to reach Hayate's house.Meiling was astounded with what she saw. Hayate's mansion is actually as big asthe size of a hotel. "Well what do you expect to the son of the owner of chain of hotel?" she thought dryly.They walked into the steps of the houseuhmmm, mansion, and Meiling were more astounded with the interior. The interior looks like the one that she saw in the mov

ie. The furnitures seem antique but she knows that its prices are not a joke. There is a grand staircase which she guessed is the floor which has the rooms.Hayate just casually walked up the stairs and left Meiling trailing up behind him. As soon as they reached Hayate's room, Meiling just widened her eyes to the size of Hayate's room, my gosh it is even bigger that their garden! Hayate said that he will just take a shower and Meiling just wandered in the room.Meiling saw Hayate's child pictures and actually giggled at the sight of him when he was still a child. She actually found him cute but she would rather die than to admit it. She carefully placed the picture back to the desk and she is about to sit down when she saw the family picture of Hayate. There she saw Hayate'sfather, mother and him. Meiling noticed the fakeness of the smile of Hayate. "Sohis childhood is not happy," she thought.Meiling is so absorbed in the photo that she didn't notice Hayate approaching he

r."Do you mean to pry?" said Hayate.Meiling jumped and quickly spun to see Hayate wearing an irritated expression. And good God, he has only a towel knotted on his waist! Meiling now understood why women are swooning at him. He is like a Greek god carved from marble!"I can see that you like the view, honey," said Hayate while smirking.Meiling snapped on her trance and glared at him. "Dream on!" Meiling said whilesticking her tongue out on him. Meiling was answered b y Hayate's chuckle and Meiling was caught off-guard when she saw that Hayate is slowly advancing towardsher. She slowly backed up and soon she found herself trapped on the wall. Hayateplaced both his hands on Meiling's side with a sexy smirk. Meiling swallowed hard."What are you trying to do?" asked Meiling in a strained voice.

"Nothing, I am just trying to prove that my charm has no effect in you," said Hayate while looking at Meiling with those adorable gray orbs of his."Ha! It has really no effect to me, you stupid bastard," said Meiling in a confident voice. But deep inside, she is in turmoil. She could smell his masculine scent."Oh? Is that so? Well then let us prove it then," said Hayate while claiming herlips.Meiling was shocked by what Hayate did but she managed to struggle. At first, Hayate began to nibble her lower lip, begging for entrance which made Meiling loseher mind and moaned. Hayate took this opportunity and kissed her deeply, their


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kiss lasted for a minute and they both parted, panting.Meiling quickly blushed and pushed Hayate and ran away. Hayate just stared at Meiling's retreating figure. This was the first time that he felt so much in justa kiss. His skin is burning hot. That simple kiss is sending sensations on his body. He needed to go back to the shower and take a cold bath. "Damn," was all hecan say.Meanwhile Meiling continued running until she reached the ally, she was pantinghard. She is actually still thinking about the kiss. It sent sensations to her and burned her with desire. "Shit!," she thought while slowly walking back at their house.That night, two persons were unable to sleep because their dreams were haunted by the kiss. Tsk, tsk. They are in deep trouble. One is on risk of losing heart to the heartless Casanova,(or so they thought). And the other is beginning to lose his heart to a person he met in just a couple of days.Chapter 7 Bonded and the Unexpected AnnouncementRika and Soujiro went to a tennis court. Soujiro pleaded Rika to come with him because he is having a match, a championship match actually. Being the polite girl, Rika just nodded her head and complied with his wish. As they stepped out ofthe limo, there were photographers everywhere. Rika was shocked at first managedto compose herself. One of the photographers asked if they are actually going out. Who wouldn't be intrigued? The famous tennis pro, Hamano Soujiro and the famous Graceful Grace of the Land of the Rising Sun are together. Now that is big news. Soujiro doesn't know how to reply with this so Rika just beat him to it."Yes, actually, we are already in a relationship for 3 months," said Rika while

flashing a smile to the media. The crowd was in a buzz. Who would have thought that Hamano Soujiro, the highly esteemed pro tennis player is dating the famous Sasaki Rika who is an Olympic gymnast? This is juicy news!Soujiro just looked Rika quizzically. Rika just smiled at him and mouthed later.Soujiro just smiled at her back and they walked in the middle of the crowd hand-in-hand. The fans sighed dreamily and thought that they are the perfect couple.But some of the girls are throwing glares at Rika while Rika pretended that shedoes not see it. Meanwhile, the guys are emitting a murderous aura and are sending murderous glares at Soujiro's back. Soujiro shivered.Soujiro changed quickly and Rika watched in the bleachers. Soujiro threw a glance at Rika first before proceeding at the net to greet his opponent. Rika smiledat him and told him to do his best. Soujiro went to the net and there he saw hisopponent, Matsuyama Maki, the champion last year. He is quite good-looking but

he cannot match on Soujiro's looks. After deciding who will serve first, both players positioned themselves on the baseline to start the match. Maki served first and they started to rally. Soujiro used his famous techniques such as the Twisting Tiger Shot, Dragon Return, Infinity Smash and so much more which lead the score to be 5-1.Soujiro is beginning to get bored. As all of the fans know, when he starts to get bored, he is going to taunt his opponents just to draw out their full potential so that he can achieve his thrills."So, being the champion is actually luck eh?" said Soujiro in a taunting voice while volleying the ball into the left side of the court. Maki was not happy withwhat Soujiro said. Maki threw a very sharp forehand slice at Soujiro is about to do the Twist Tiger shot when the ball suddenly disappeared."What-?" asked Soujiro but he was caught off-guard when he saw the ball beside h

im and it is still spinning. Soujiro widened his eyes. What kind of shot was that? It is actually new and Soujiro is somewhat intrigued by this shot. It may beinteresting match after all.Meanwhile, Rika was amazed by how Soujiro run around the court with such amazinggrace but with aggressiveness. He is actually handsome, she thought. He is alsosmart, polite, athletic and do not mention he is a pro. Rika is actually attracted with guys who love sports because she feels that through sports, you can easily show the world what you can do and what you wanted to do. Wait, why is he thinking about him right now? Does she have a crush on him or what? Well, maybe she does have a little crush on him since she is easily flustered when around boys


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but she is completely at ease with him.After a few failures, Soujiro managed to break his opponent's impressive shot and won the match by 6-3. The crowd cheered for the new champion. Both players went to the net and congratulated each other."That was a nice game," said Maki while smiling at him. He held out his hand andSoujiro accepted it with a smile."It is, I am sorry for what I said earlier, I think you have heard how I taunt my opponents to draw out their abilities I presume?" asked Soujiro. Maki just nodded and smiled at him reassuringly."No offense taken, I actually knew that, that is why I gave my best so that I will not have any regrets in the future," said Maki while smiling at him again ashe exited the court.Rika congratulated Soujiro with a smile and Soujiro blushed at Rika's smile. Soujiro actually have a teensy weensy crush on Rika but he is too shy to admit. Heis actually present when Rika won the gold medal in the Olympics.FlashbackIt was a beautiful day at that time. The sakura petals are swirling in the windand Hamano Soujiro is quietly walking down the streets to visit his best friend,Yamada Masato. Masato became his playmate since his parents died. When his aunttook him in, he was still in grief. He cannot believe that his parents alreadydied. He loved his parents so much. He became distant with his aunt and everyonebut Masato was the one who pulled him out the darkness. Since then, they becameinseparable.At last, Soujiro reached his best friend's pad and knocked at it. The door opene

d and there he saw his best friend."Jiro? What are you doing here? Come in," said Masato while opening the door wider for Soujiro to enter. Soujiro smiled and muttered thanks.Masato's pad is actually neat. You can see the shelves are in order, the furniture are properly positioned, and you cannot see a grain of dust everywhere unlikeSoujiro's room. His room is in a mess! The clothes are flung everywhere and youcan see that his furniture are haphazardly placed anywhere."So what brings you here?" asked Masato while handing Soujiro a can of beer which Soujiro gladly accepted. He took a gulp before answering his question."I am bored," said Soujiro casually. Masato just laughed at his best friend andshook his head."So you came here just for the sake of you not getting bored?" asked Masato still laughing. Soujiro just nodded. Masato just shook his head. His best friend is

really impossible! And suddenly a light bulb lit up in Masato's head. He reachedfor something in pocket and shoved it to Soujiro's face."What is this?" asked Soujiro while placing down the can of beer and read what the ticket is all about."It is a ticket for the Olympics," said Masato while taking a gulp in the can. "A friend of mine gave it to me, he said that it is actually good especially thegirl named Sasaki Rika," said Masato.Soujiro became curious with that girl and proceeded to go to the arena and watchthe Olympics. He said his goodbye to Masato and there he is, sitting at the bleachers and watching the girl named Sasaki Rika.He watched on how she does somersaults, back flips and different routines with such grace. At the end of the routine, she did an impressive triple somersault onair. The crowd was amazed and they did a standing ovation which was a first, in

the history of gymnastics. In the end, she won the gold medal and earned the title "The Graceful Grace of the Land of the Rising Sun."After that day, Soujiro tried to find out more about her and he is surprised when he found out that Rika is actually a sponsor on various charities. And withouthim knowing it, he is slowly falling for the girl.End of FlashbackAfter the match, the media congratulated Soujiro for his win and asked a question which startled him."So, Soujiro-san, are you going to be the escort of Rika-san in her charity party this evening?" asked a random reporter. Rika is fidgeting as if searching for


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an alibi but Soujiro answered it for her."Yes, she actually watched my match today because we are both attending her charity party," said Soujiro while snaking his hand oh her waist and smiling at thecamera. There are numerous flashes of cameras everywhere and a buzz in the crowd. The couple said their farewell and proceeded to the limo.When they entered the limo, Rika and Soujiro sighed in relief."Are you sure about this? It is ok if you do not accompany me at all," said Rikawhile looking at Soujiro worriedly."It is ok; I am just returning the favor before, when you saved me from the prying eyes of the reporters," said Soujiro in a reassuring voice. Rika looked relieved and thanked him. Soujiro merely smiled at her and the limo started to proceed in the Sasaki Manor. The ride was quiet but it is peaceful. At last, they reached the Manor and Rika lead Soujiro in the Manor. At the door, they saw the Sasaki family's butler, Asou-san."Welcome home, young miss," said Asou while bowing at Rika and Soujiro's direction."I'm home; this is Hamano Soujiro, a friend of mine and Hamano-san, this is Asou-san, our family butler," said Rika. Soujiro bowed to Asou-san and the old man also did."Asou-san, Hamano-san will be my escort for today, please let my driver drive him back to his house so he can change his attire," said Rika.Soujiro left and Rika went up to her room to change. She is actually quite nervous with the fact Soujiro will be her escort tonight. Usually, she attends the party alone but it is the first time that she will have an escort. Its not that no

body wants to escort her in actually there were numerous offers but she politelydeclined them. She is thinking of the gossips that will circulate if everyone that she and Soujiro is already an "item".Rika just shook her head and tried hard not to think about those things yet.She showered first and proceeded to her walk-in closet. There she found her gown. Her gown is made of satin; this gown was specially made for her by a famous designer for this occasion. She glanced at the clock and saw that quickly wore hergown. She styled her hair into an elegant French twist. She put on a very lightmake-up; mascara and just a bit of foundation and blush-on. She used a red lipstick. When she was satisfied with her make-up, she walked back to her walk-in closet and grabbed her shoes and purse.At that time, Soujiro already arrived at the Sasaki Manor. The limo pulled up and he approached the door. He is quite nervous because for goodness sakes! He is

escorting his crush! THE Sasaki Rika! Well, he is actually nervous inside but onthe outside he actually composed. He saw Asou-san at the door and greeted the man."Good evening Asou-san," said Soujiro while bowing at the man."Please don't bow at me Soujiro-sama; I actually have known your family since then, I became your mother's butler once you know," said Asou-san while smiling atthe young man.Asou-san is actually surprised when Rika introduced Soujiro earlier. Soujiro have grown in a short period of time. Asou-san is very loyal to the Hamano family,which is why even though it is against it his will to leave the Hamano family, he obeyed the last will of his mistress.FlashbackAsou-san was suddenly summoned by her mistress, Hamano Yumi. Yumi is a very sick

ly woman but despite her weak body, she continues to live her life, for her son.Hamano Souma died due to chickenpox when their son, Soujiro was still 1 year old. His dying wish was Yumi to take care of their son for his sake. Now, Asou-sanis now summoned now by his mistress for her to give her final will, which saddened the old man.He is actually fond of the Hamano family because they are the one who gave him home. They are the one who clothe him, fed him, and made him feel what a family feels like. Now, he is witnessing the death of another precious person in his life, his mistress. He finally reached the door of her mistress's bedroom and knocked gently and opened the door.


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There he saw his mistress lying on her four poster bed while coughing. Even though she is sick, Yumi still remains beautiful. She has a cinnamon hair that softly tumbles on her shoulders and distinctive luminescent silver orbs. But her oncerosy pink cheeks and fair skin was now replaced with pale skin."Go closer Asou," said Yumi in barely whisper. Asou obliged and stood closer tohis mistress."We both know that my time is coming, so I will entrust to you my son, Soujiro who is now 5 years old. Please take him to his aunt, my only sister, Yuka," Yumipaused and coughed before continuing."And I want you to please go to the Sasaki Manor," said Yumi while coughing again, this time it is worsen .Asou-san rushed and offered his mistress a glass of water."I made a promise with a friend, Rika; my friend's daughter will marry Soujiro.Please take care of Rika and make sure that she grows a fine young woman that issuitable to be the next mistress of this manor," said Yumi while looking at hermost trusted servant.Asou-san was just nodding at her mistress's wishes. And they both knew it; Hamano Yumi's time has come. And with a small smile she closed her eyes.Asou let a tear pass his face. His mistress already died and left her son on hiscare.Asou-san immediately arranged her funeral. Many of the relatives and friends ofYumi are there, including her sister Yuka. Asou-san approached the lady and guided her to a private room. And there he related Yumi's last wish to the lady. Yuka started to cry and Asou-san gave her a tissue. A muffled thank you was all she

can muster. Finally, Yuka composed herself where the young Soujiro is.Asou-san guided her to the nursery. And Yuka found the young Soujiro sleeping. And she obeyed her sister's last wish. She took young Soujiro with her. Meanwhile, Asou left the Hamano Manor while clutching the key and the last will and testament of the Hamano's and journeyed to the Sasaki Manor.Luckily, the position for the butler is currently vacant because of the death ofits former one so Asou-san was immediately employed. One day, Asou was approached by little lady."Ne ouji-san, may I ask who are you?" asked little Rika in a cute voice."I am your new butler Rika-sama," said Asou while smiling at the little lady."Really? Can you tell me a story? I am bored. Papa is not here and Mama is withhim," said Rika while pouting. Asou-san chuckled at the cuteness of the child.And so everyday, Asou and Rika will sit at the front porch and Asou will tell al

l the things about his mistress."Someday I am going to be like her!" said Rika one day which took Asou off-guard."I know you will," that was all he said while smiling at the girl.End of Flashback"Really? How is that so?" asked Soujiro in great interest. His aunt told him a lot of things about his parents but she is very vague when in comes to their lastwish. She just always says that she will tell him in the right time and quicklychanges the subject.Asou is about to say something when they heard footsteps descending the stairs.And they saw Rika. Asou-san just smiled at her young miss, mistress was right; she is suitable to be the next mistress of the Hamano Manor he thought. While Soujiro is totally in a different case, his jaw dropped and he stared at her. She i

s freaking hot! He thought.At last, Rika approached Soujiro and smiled at him shyly. Soujiro looked good- no handsome today. He is wearing a handsome black tux and a red bowtie. His hairis unruly but he looked more handsome in that way.Rika reached for his bowtie and fixed it properly."There!" she said satisfied."You look beautiful today," he said. Rika just smiled at him in return and saidyou too."Shall we?" Soujiro extended his arm and Rika just laughed and nodded and they both proceeded to the limo.


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Asou-san just stared after them and said something before going inside the manor. Have fun, both of you.The ride in the limo was quiet. Minutes later, they reached the venue of the charity party. Soujiro was the first one to come out the limo, there were numerousfans screaming his name and paparazzi are clicking pictures. And the screaming increased when Rika went out the limo. There were fan boys who were having a nosebleed. And the fan girls are busily swooning over Soujiro. The couple walked down the red carpet hand in hand while Rika's parents are waiting at the end.Being shocked is an understatement; it is more of being astonished. Hamano Kyo and his wife, Youko were astonished by the fact that their dearest daughter is with an escort. Usually, Rika attends her charity parties without an escort but today is an exception. When they saw her casually walking down the red carpet, they both came into a conclusion. They will find out who this handsome stranger isand what his relationship with their daughter is.At last they came to the end of the red carpet and Soujiro saw two persons standing at the end of the aisle. They look familiar and he realized it. Rika's parents! He became nervous and Rika sensed it. Rika squeezed his hands and assured him that it will be alright.Rika approached her mother and kissed her cheek. "Hello ma, pa," she said whilesmiling at her parents. Beside her, Soujiro is very nervous and his pals are turning sweaty."Good evening to you also, child. And who might this gentleman be?" asked Youkowhile smiling. Soujiro became embarrassed and stood in front of the Sasaki couple.

"Forgive me for my manners, I am Hamano Soujiro, madam," she kissed the hand ofYouko and he shook hands with Kyo. Youko just smiled at Soujiro and she was paralyzed for a second."Ma?" asked Rika. Youko recovered and assured her daughter that she is fine. Youko stared at Soujiro for awhile and smiled in nostalgia."Are you by any chance the son of Hamano Souma and Yumi?" asked Youko while smiling at Soujiro."Yes, but how did you know?" asked Soujiro, confused. First, it was Asou-san, now it is Sasaki-san."It is a long story but Yumi and I were best friends, sadly, she died when you were still 5 years old," said Youko while smiling sadly while remembering her best friend."Hamano-kun, I am not trying to be rude but what is your relationship with my da

ughter?" said Kyo, breaking the silent atmosphere.Soujiro gaped at him and he was rendered speechless. Rika was blushing madly andis also speechless. For the first time in their lives, Rika and Soujiro are cornered by a single question. Soujiro recovered and smiled at the Sasaki couple nervously."We are just friends, you see I agreed to be Rika-san's escort in exchange of the favor she did for me concerning the paparazzi on my championship match a whileago," he said while looking at the two.Kyo is secretly smiling. He knew about the promise of marriage of his wife withher best friend. And now, there stood in front of them the man who their precious daughter is engaged with. And Kyo is not an idiot to notice that the two are in love with each other but seem oblivious in it. Kyo glanced at his wife. Youkojust smiled at him and nodded as if confirming what he is thinking.

"I see, well then, Hamano-kun please take care of my daughter from now on," saidKyo while placing his hand on the young man's shoulder. Soujiro just smiled athim in return."Please excuse us children, we have to do some preparations, please enjoy yourselves," said Youko. The couple went somewhere and disappeared. Soujiro sighed."That was close isn't it?" asked Rika while smiling at Soujiro angelically.Soujiro was smitten by her beauty but he shook his head and stopped himself forgrabbing her there and kissing her senseless."Shall we dance?" he asked when he heard the soft music. Rika just nodded and they went to the dance floor. They danced together not minding the stares of the p


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eople there. Rika is staring at Soujiro's luminescent silver orbs and she seemsto be drowned at it. They moved to the rhythm of the song, their bodies pressedtogether, and their hearts beating wildly on their chests.But their trance was broken with the sudden boom of a voice in the speaker.They stopped dancing like everyone else and stared at the two figures standing at the stage."Ladies and gentlemen we are sorry for the disturbance but we are just here to make an announcement, my daughter, Sasaki Rika and Hamano Soujiro, her escort fortonight are as of now officially engaged!" said Youko in a very cheerful voice.The spotlight focused on the two. The crowds shouted their congratulations but the fan boys and fan girls of Rika and Soujiro fainted with the news. Kyo and Youko were staring at the two amusedly. Why you ask? Because both looked shocked and said something in unison."WHAT!"Tsk, tsk, tsk, what a way to start the evening of fun.Chapter 8 Reciprocated FeelingsChiharu and Yamazaki are currently on their way to Chiharu's art exhibit. It seems that Chiharu is scheduled to have an international art exhibit today at the Yamazaki Art Gallery. What a coincidence isn't it? During the ride, no one spokea word. Chiharu is boringly looking outside, admiring the sceneries as they passby. As for Yamazaki, he is busily talking to himself that he can't even focus properly with what he is watching.Yamazaki's POVWhat should I do? Miharu Chiharu, MY childhood friend, MY idol, MY inspiration a

nd MY first love is here beside me, in this very minute! She is only an arm's length away, what should I do? Uggh! It has been a while since I last saw herEventhough she is my childhood friend, we became strangely distant with each other when she reached 15 years old. She just left me here in Japan while she went to US. Maybe only Kami-sama will know, the reason behind it (or not). Anyway, I still remember it clearly as if it only happened yesterday.2 years agoIt was a sunny day back then, the birds are chirping, the trees are swaying gently at the silent blow of the wind. But none of these mattered to the 16-year-oldYamazaki Takahashi as he stared disbelievingly at his childhood friend."What are you talking about?" asked the nervous Yamazaki."You heard me Takahashi, I am going to the States," said Chiharu monotonously. Yamazaki just stared at her in disbelief.

"Are you going to me leave here alone?" asked Yamazaki, hurt is evidently seen in his voice."I cannot do anything about it Takahashi, I want to pursue my dream of becominga painter," said Chiharu. Yamazaki stared at her beautiful burgundy orbs. Everytime Yamazaki stared at those orbs, he can exactly tell what kind of emotions Chiharu is having. He saw worry, loneliness and pain? He is not quite sure but hejust continued to stare at her."When are you leaving?" he asked softly."Tomorrow morning," she said while staring up to him. They both just stared at each other and Yamazaki pulled her into an embrace. Chiharu was evidently surprised."Taka, what are you doing?, asked Chiharu while blushing."Shhhh, let me stay like this for a minute okay?" said Yamazaki. The two stayed

in that position for awhile. Finally, Yamazaki let go of Chiharu. He stared at her for a long time as if memorizing every detail of her face."I will miss you," said Yamazaki. Chiharu smiled at him but at the corner of hereye, there is a lonely tear that slipped in her face. Yamazaki pretended not tonotice it but Yamazaki just smiled at her. Even though he is still not aware why Chiharu is leaving, he can very well tell that she is hiding something from him. He is not a fool to believe his best friend's suspicious alibi on why she isleaving. Chiharu is not that kind to leave someone without a good reason.Unknown to them, a certain person is silently watching the shadows as the dramaunfolds. The person just turned back when he saw that those two are starting to


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part.The next day, Mihara Chiharu left without saying goodbye to her best friend andfirst love, Yamazaki Takahashi.End of Flashback"Oi, what are you dilly-dallying about?" said Chiharu. "Get out already," she continued. Yamazaki finally snapped out of his trance and he saw Chiharu waiting for him outside the car. He scrambled off his seat and followed Chiharu on her way to her dressing room. Along the way, many fans greeted them. Chiharu offered them a thankful smile. At last, they finally reached her dressing room and thereYamazaki saw Chiharu's manager, Miyazaki Ayano."I can see that you are quite early today Chiharu," said Ayano while ushering Chiharu to her seat."Yes, school finished early and I just want to avoid my fans, so I went ahead oftime," said Chiharu while casually sipping a lemon ice tea prepared by her loyal assistant, Kimi."I see, so who might this gentleman be?" asked Ayano while referring to Yamazakiwho is leaning comfortably on the wall. Ayano's smile is clearly inquiring which made Chiharu uncomfortable for her manager is famous for being nosy and meddlesome."Oh, excuse my rudeness, Ayano-san this is an acquaintance of mine, Yamazaki Takahashi, Yamazaki-kun, this is my manager, Miyazaki Ayano-san," said Miharu."It is a pleasure to meet you Ms. Miyazaki," said by the ever gentleman Yamazaki. The truth is he is quite hurt by the fact that Chiharu introduced him as a mere 'acquaintance' considering that he is her childhood friend before. It also pai

ned him that Chiharu addressed him as Yamazaki-san."Same here," said Ayano while shaking hands with Yamazaki. Ayano is actually interested on the fact that Chiharu and the son of the owner of the Yamazaki Art Gallery, Yamazaki Jyuushiro. Even though Chiharu introduced him to her as a mere acquaintance of hers, Ayano can sense that those two have a deeper relationship than that. This is actually the first time Chiharu brought a guy and it is very surprising considering the fact that Chiharu is not the type of hiding a secret."I will change first, Ayano-san, please entertain Yamazaki-san for awhile," saidChiharu while proceeding to adjacent door which contains her outfits."As you wish Ms. Chiharu," said Ayano as she bowed at the retreating back of heremployer. It is the best chance for her to investigate over her employer and this guy's relationship."Shall we go now?" said Ayano while leading Yamazaki to the lounge of the Yamaza

ki Art Gallery. The lounge in the Yamazaki Art Gallery is literally enormous. The huge lounge is commonly used for entertaining clients and visitors. Ayano andYamazaki sat down at the nearest table and ordered coffee."So how long have you known Chiharu?" asked Ayano as the coffee arrived. She plan to get some details from this guy before she herself will research about thismatter. It took a minute before Yamazaki manage to answer."I have known her since she was a little girl with childish pigtails and a crybaby," narrated Yamazaki while sipping his coffee. He gingerly placed his cup in the saucer and stared at his reflection."We were childhood friends. She and my parents introduced us to each other whenwere still 5 years old. Our parents were very close at that time. Gradually, sheand I became very close too. But at this same day, 2 years ago, she left me. She said that she wanted to pursue her dream of becoming a painter so she went abr

oad but only a fool would believe that. Up until now, I had no communication with her because of our current situation in our school. Apparently, she is part of"The Six Geeks of Tomoeda High" and I belong to the popular guys in school. Wedon't talk with each other that much because of my reputation. It is actually considered a taboo if a popular guy casually chat with each other. In the end, I am here because of a stupid challenge made my best bud," continued Yamazaki.Unknown to him, while he was busy telling his and Chiharu's story, his father, Yamazaki Jyuushiro situated himself on the unoccupied chair in front of Yamazakiand he listened closely to Yamazaki's story. So when Yamazaki finally regained his senses, he saw his father sitting in front of him while casually sipping a cu


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p of coffee and he was caught off-guard."Outo-san! What are you doing here?" asked the flabbergasted Yamazaki. Jyuushirochose not to answer. He just continued on sipping his coffee. After awhile, hefinally spoke."I see now the case, I thought Chiharu- chan left because of your doings," saidJyuushiro. Yamazaki Jyuushiro is known to be a very understanding and generous person. Many people look up into him because of these admirable traits. He is very particular in understanding other people's feelings that is why many people seek for his advice."What made you say so outo-san? You know that I will never do harm to Chiharu,"said Yamazaki defensively. Jyuushiro stared hard at his son. From what he can see, his son is very oblivious to the feelings of his best friend to him. Jyuushiro just shook his head. He wondered why he had a son who is so dense."Never mind what I said," assured Jyuushiro. He actually knows about the scene that happened two years ago. He accidentally passed by the garden and he somehowheard the conversation of the two. He himself is very aware of the growing feelings of those two for each other but he is quite sure that only his son is unaware of his own feelings towards his best friend. He guessed that the saying is true that girls are more mature than guys.Ayano just silently watched at the exchange of father and son. From her observations, she can very well see that the older Yamazaki knows the relationship of his son and Chiharu. She is very interested on knowing it. Lady luck was on her side because Chiharu showed up and asked the younger Yamazaki to escort her. Theyleft after Chiharu gave her respects to Jyuushiro. The man just smiled at her in

return."You are very interested on those two aren't you, Miyazaki-san?" asked Jyuushirowhile sipping yet another cup of coffee. Ayano was not surprised that the olderYamazaki found out about her curiousness on Chiharu and the younger Yamazaki. Yamazaki Jyuushiro is also known for being a perceiving individual after all."Yes, I am very much interested regarding the true relationship of those two. Chiharu introduced him to me as just her mere acquaintance but I am very sure thatthere is more a deeper meaning on that," confessed Ayano. Truthfully, Ayano isquite observant when it comes to relationships. She too, experienced falling inlove with a person who is dense to figure it out. And she is determined to prevent Chiharu from experiencing the pain that she has undergone."A mere acquaintance huh? Chiharu-chan must be very confused when she left my son and went abroad," commented Jyuushiro.

"Why did Chiharu leave Yamazaki-kun alone here in the first place?" asked the confused yet curious Ayano. Jyuushiro sipped at his coffee again before answering."Chiharu-chan discovered her feelings for my son when she was still fifteen. Atthat time, my son is already famous for being a playboy who changes his girlfriend every week. Chiharu-chan often sees my son and his new girl friend always together, that is why never visited our house when my son turned sixteen. After a month, I never saw Chiharu-chan hanging out with my son ever again. It is as if their worlds became strangely apart. After half a year, when I saw Chiharu-chan again, she told me her plan of leaving. I asked her why but she only answered methis: "I don't want to be hurt any longer oji-san", and she left. That is why Iasked my son about him hurting Chiharu-chan, apparently, my son doesn't know about her feelings for him," narrated Jyuushiro while looking at the shocked face of Ayano. After some few moments, Ayano finally recovered from her shock.

"I see," said Ayano while picking up her now cold coffee with trembling hands. It seems that her story and Chiharu's story are very similar. She too, went awayfrom the man she loves. And that is the biggest mistake in her life. Hopefully,she hopes that her mistake will soon be corrected (which will actually happen).Jyuushiro quietly observed Ayano's face as her expression changes. At first, hesaw shock, then realization, he also saw the sudden grief and remorse that she felt while staring at the cup of coffee in her hands. He can summarize that Miyazaki-san experienced the same thing that is happening now on his son and the loveof his life. His musings were interrupted by Ayano's question."May I ask why Yamazaki-kun became as playboy? I am very sure that he never lack


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ed any attention from his parents considering the fact that you had a great relationship," wondered Ayano. It took a full minute before Jyuushiro could answer."I do not know. He just came home one day with a girl. He just said to me that he wanted to entertain himself when I asked him why he had become what he is now.But I am very sure that he is doing this for some reason. I just do not know why" said Jyuushiro while he fell into a deep thought. Ayano reflected on what theolder Yamazaki said. He has a point. From what she saw, Yamazaki-kun is not a type of guy who just plays with girls for fun. In fact, he is a gentleman. Maybe it has something to do with Chiharu. Realization dawned into her."Yamazaki-san, maybe Yamazaki-kun does these things because," and Ayano whisperedsome things to Jyuushiro and Jyuushiro suddenly beamed with delight because heagrees with Ayano's theory."You are very smart Miyazaki-san! I never thought that! Maybe you are right, andthen what shall we do to get those two together?" asked Jyuushiro. They thoughtfor awhile and Jyuushiro finally came up with a great idea. He whispered it toAyano and Ayano became thrilled."Yes! That is a very great idea! Why don't we commence it later? During the exhibit?" suggested the blissful Ayano.Jyuushiro agreed and they both parted ways to set up their plan on those two troubled hearts. Miyazaki proceeded to Chiharu's dressing wearing a creepy smile while Jyuushiro went to his office to make a few orders with his secretary.

Back to Yamazaki and ChiharuChiharu dragged Yamazaki to her dressing room in there is a hair stylist and a m

ake-up artist waiting for Yamazaki. It seems that Chiharu made some preparationsfor Yamazaki. It is her plan to make Yamazaki her escort in the prestigious exhibit held in the Yamazaki Art Gallery. In this gathering, many critics, art lovers, reporters, media men and even auctioneers come from the different parts of the world. After all, this is THE Miharu Chiharu, THE Virtuoso of Asia. It is only natural for her to be popular."Oi, what is this all about?" asked the puzzled Yamazaki. Chiharu ignored him and pushed him in the leather chair. The hair stylist started her work the same for the make-up artist."Shut up and stay still. They will help you to prepare for the exhibit. You willbe my escort for today and it is final. You are my slave and you are required to follow me. Whether you like it or not." said Chiharu while turning her back toexit in her dressing room to let Yamazaki finish dressing.

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