Disclaimer: I do not own La Corda d'oro
Summary: Right after high school Kahoko went to Tokyo to pursue college. She was a Music Literature Major but because of career conflict and long distance relationship, her relationship with Len failed. She quickly changed her Major in to Psychology, which she has no passion on. Soon after graduating she struggles to keep a job as she finds out that everyday life is a physical effort and finding love is even more complex.
Chapter 1
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I woke up to another morning and the emotion of despair starts to flow in to my body. This has been my morning routine since I lost my third job this year five days ago. Since the recession starts I have been moving from one job to another and because of my degree I could not possess the job I want since countless of employers does not want to hire a Psychology major. Yes my major from college is dead weight and getting laid off in every job I had does not look good in my resume.
As I slowly turn to my side my phone rings. I quickly check my caller ID and see that my mom is calling me again. She has been worried about me since she found out about her unemployed daughter living in the city of Tokyo. Her persistent nagging makes me want to go back home and live with her again but I know better. I had my reasons why I left home and for me to go back would be just upsetting.
"Hello!" I finally answer. As I listened on the other line, her voice is worried like always. Her usual questions are asked and I would give her the same answer all the time.
"Do you need me to send you any money?" my mother asks, as much as I want to say yes to her I just could not.
"NO!" I said quickly. I could not burden her anymore since she has been my financial support ever since I moved to Tokyo for school and to finished college with a disappointing degree is a disgrace to my family.
Soon after my talk with my mother I decided to finally get up from bed and look for a job. While I look in to my wardrobe I could not help it notice how little of a selection I have for working clothes. It worries me that maybe because of my appearance people don't want to hire me. But I keep telling myself that it can't be it, that I'm just under qualify and my work history sucks.
"This is how good as it going to get," I said to myself while I look at myself in front of the mirror. Conservative is how I would like to described my way of dressing myself with a very feminine touch.
As I open my apartment door I notice a white envelope taped on the door. I knew exactly what it is, a late rent notices. I immediately snatch the envelope and quickly put it inside my bag. While walking down the stairs I felt shameful that I can't even make it on my own. But I know what I have to do just like any adults. I am going to be persistent and I am going to do everything to get a job.
Once I got off the bus I hurried and walk to the business area in Tokyo. I looked in to the large businesses first but snubbed because of my work history. Then I decided that maybe looking in smaller businesses is best suited for me, then again they turned me down. I was hopeless, nobody wants to hire me and I was running out of option. I knew that moving back in with my mom is my only alternative.
I walked passed many shops trying to kill time. I saw many expensive boutiques while I pretended I was shopping to boast up self-confidence. Right when I was going to walk towards the bus stop a black fitted skirt suit is displayed in the window. It's just like what I saw on the magazine that I have been reading again and again for the last two days. It looks beautiful on the mannequin, as I wonder how will it look on me. I smile while looking at the suit, unaware that I was walking backwards a tall handsome man bumped into me.
"Watch it will yeah!" I screamed at him while he helps me get up from the ground.
"I'm so sorry miss I did not mean to crash into you," he said.
"Next time you be careful, people can get serious injuries," I said while I adjusted my clothing. I then look up to get a glimpse on the imposter and saw an old friend that I have not seen and heard for five years. I stood there looking at him. He looks different. I mean in a good way. The sweat suits he used to wear all the time is replaced in a dashing business suit.
"Tsuchiura-kun?" I said while a squint my eyes.
"Hino?" he replied to me while his eyes got rounder.
"How are you Tsuchiura-kun? I'm sorry about screaming at you." I feel a little embarrass but I managed to smile at him.
"I'm great. It has been years since I last saw you. Are you on break or something?" he asks.
"Oh no, I'm actually walking around looking for things," I lied to him
"Would you like to join me for a snack for old time sakes?" he smiles at me and I just could not resist since I was hungry myself for skipping lunch.
When we got to the restaurant I can see that Tsuchiura is scrutinizing me. He made me feel a little awkward and what could he be thinking while he stares at me. Soon after our food came and as he reaches for the napkin using his left hand I can see a visible silver ring. I did not know that he got married but who am I to pry when I myself did not stay in contact with anyone.
"So do you work around here?" Ryotaro asks while he takes a bite of his croissant. I wanted to lie but with my desperate situation I knew that I would need to put aside my pride.
"Um actually I'm looking for a job," I said shyly
"Really? Here in the business town? I thought you were a music major." He asks surprised.
"No." I replied to him. No matter how I wanted to hide the truth from him but my instinct took over. Ryotaro was my best friend after all. With out any hesitations he listens to my story on how my life had turn from the most amazing violinist in love with the incredible man a girl can dream to the most horrifying event my life had turned. I shrugged after telling my whole story for the past five years. I can see how his face turns sour but sympathetic. I was embarrassed and I wanted to cry but no tears.
"We do have an opening at my job but it's temporary," says Ryotaro while he smiles at me kindly. Upon hearing what he said I could not turn down the offer even if it's just a temporary job. I was thankful that I bumped in to an old friend who turns out to be my savior on the verge of me being homeless in this great metropolis.
"So, here is my business card, come to my office tomorrow and I'll have my secretary help you with the employment paper. And by the way I'll make sure to tell my wife that you will be working with me. I'm sure she will be happy to know." He beams at me.
"Who is the lucky young lady?" I ask while I pick up his card and notice that bold print that says supervisor. Wow! He is moving up to adulthood I said to myself.
"Tsuchiura Miyabi-san" he said. My jaw dropped upon hearing her name. I guess five years is a long time. And the last time I saw Miyabi-chan she was dating Hihara-senpai.
"Miyabi-chan," I said amazed but how did it happen when she was madly in love with Hihara-senpai.
"Yes, I know right? Don't worry we will have plenty of time to catch up but for now I need to go back to the office and make sure you wont be late tomorrow," he waves while walking out the door.
I went home that day feeling in liberation happy to know that people like me still have hope. I walked pass the park where I used to practice my violin and there I saw kids playing their violin. It brought back memories on how I used to love to play but that was a long time ago. Like always I doubted myself that it was all because of Len that I played the Violin. I wanted his music, his passion but none of it was meant for me not even Len. My heart aches even more every time I think of him.
"You know I used to listen to your music many years ago," said a not so familiar voice from behind me.
I slowly turn my head and see the charming Kaji-kun. He stands there smiling at me. Again how did this day turned into as people from my past showed up? I look up the clear blue sky and said please! No more people from the past.
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A/N: So, I could not stay away after all. Here is my fourth fiction starring Kahoko Hino as the main character and I'm writing this story using her point of view. I have a draft hidden in my binder with the whole story plot written. I showed it to one of my classmate and got an approval. I think this will be one hell of a journey for me as a writer and to my readers as we unravel together on how complex things are in the real world. Lastly, sending a real life message through this fiction would be fantastic especially to my young readers. Stay positive everyone and make it a good day. Reviews are needed.