Forbidden Desire
Chapter 1
Akihiko arrived home and dropped his gym bag as he munched on a protein bar. It was chewy and left a chalky feeling on his tongue but he didn't care. He washed down the protein bar with some milk and unlaced his boots. He massaged his neck as he moved his head side to side to stretch the muscles. He made his way to the couch and plopped down. He let his head fall back on the velvet as his gray eyes stared up at the ceiling. He rubbed his bare chest and stomach while in deep thought. His eyelids became heavy and he gave in to the exhaustion, completely shutting his eyes. His cell rang and buzzed frantically in his pocket making Akihiko jump. He looked at the screen and it was Mitsuru Kirijo. He gave a long sigh and answered.
"What do you need Mitsuru?" He said impatiently.
"Akihiko. Good. I'm glad I caught you before bed." She spoke in the same calm manner as always.
"…..Listen Misturu. I just put in a lot of work at the gym so just tell me what you called for." Akihiko truly was exhausted. He was there all day as if it were more of a job than a hobby. He always pushed himself 110% to become stronger.
"…Very well then." Mitsuru took the hint and cleared her throat. "What are you doing tomorrow? I need to see you. There's an issue we need to discuss."
"Same old and sure I'll see you tomorrow." Akihiko yawned loudly into the phone.
"See you tomorrow." Mitsuru took pity on Akihiko's need for rest and ended the phone call. For a moment Akihiko thought of moving to his bed but he no energy left. He let himself drift away into deep sleep.
The Next Day
Akihiko threw on a dark red V-neck shirt and some dark brown slacks. He was wearing casual clothes today for his meeting with Mitsuru. He started out the door and made his way to a nearby park where Mitsuru was waiting with Koromaru. She was also with a brunette boy about 5'1 wearing a school uniform. His hair was medium length. Akihiko couldn't see his face but something about the boy seemed familiar to him. Akihiko walked a little faster. His curiosity intrigued him and led the way to where they were standing. Mitsuru and the boy heard Akihiko coming and both looked back at him simultaneously. Akihiko's eyes widened.
"K-Ken Amada?!" Akihiko exclaimed. He truly couldn't believe his eyes. Ken had grown up so much. Akihiko must have lost track of time because there was barely any trace of the old Ken that Akihiko once knew.
"Hello Sanada-san." Ken still sounded mature as he grinned slightly. "It has been quite a while hasn't it?"