Chapter 1

Hei has been conflicted since his last mission, something he never thought could be possible for a contractor. Laying in his futon late at night after a very decent dinner consisting in ten bowls of fried rice and some meat, he couldn't help himself but wondering.
His encounter with the lady in blue was quite odd this time. She seemed a little bit off, for the lake of words, like in a second state, not that he was interested in her. After all the mission was a success, as always.
He had to retrieve an usb key from an informant. Apparently the man had some informations on Pandora and his higher ups. Something Hei wasn't really interested in, unless we talk about the blond haired contractor he hates so much. He could loose some stream, it's been a long time since he fought someone worth his strength. Kirihara and his team were a joke for him, but he must admit that he had been surprised to see her there. Must been the informant, playing double agent and hoping to stay alive in case the Syndicate sent someone to kill him. People watch tv too much nowadays. Lucky for the man, Hei was in a good mood so he just electrocute him and ran off after escaping Kirihara and her men quite easily. After all this time, didn't she understand bullets were of no use on him?
« Something on your mind Hei? » asked Mao making himself comfortable on Hei's futon. « what the hell are you doing here Mao, didn't I feed you like two hours ago? » Hei replied annoyed by the black cat presence. « Ma ma Hei don't be like that » licking his paw, the cat made no move to move. « it's not like a loner like you is expecting someone. Man even Yin has more friends than you, with is kinda freaky if you ask me»
« Well no one is asking you » standing up, Hei went to his front door putting on his shoes and green jacket. He was clearly in no mood to speak, especially to a cat, contractor or not.
« I expect you to be gone when I'm back» and just like that he was out.
« tssk, gloomy as always » Mao, now standing up, made his way to the window not wanting to face the black haired Chinese contractor afterward.

Strolling around his neighborhood , Hei contemplates the city. It is really calming at night. He never understands why people don't like night strolls you could easily walk without bumping into someone. Tall buildings showered with lights, restaurants running with laughters coming out and aromatic smells were thing he gladly appreciate. But the most of it is the moon, even if it is fake, he couldn't help but be nostalgic, thinking about his lost sister, the best thing he had in his live. Brushing aside the pain in his heart, he went down the street with no direction in mind. But he had to admit that it could be dangerous, mostly for women. Not that he have someone in his life to worry about, well not really. Who was he kidding, there is actually someone but he would rather not think about it. The main purpose of this night walk. He will not think about her strange behavior earlier and how she had stopped herself for quite a long instant. Her team member, Saitou if he recall correctly, had to call her at least three times before she came back to her senses. Odd, he thought, very odd. She's not the kind of person to lost herself like that, especially with the Black Reaper. He knew something was wrong, even more when she missed her shots. She is a good shooter and the only reason she can't hurt him is because his coat is bulletproof. So where was she aiming? « Ouch, can't you be more careful, watch where you are going! » Regaining his senses Hei prepare himself to apologize when he realize who the person he bumped into is.
« Kirihara-san? »
Hearing her name, the policewoman looked up to the man calling her.
« Li-kun? » her eyes now wide open she took into the man in front of her « um sorry didn't see you here » she replied a little bit flushed -now who said you could easily walk in the night without bumping into someone -, Hei thought with sarcasm , -just my luck-
« No it's me, I wasn't paying attention, sorry » he said scratching the back of his head, a little bit embarrassed. « It's alright Li-kun, I'm not really myself either » she replied adverting her eyes with a light blush. -well you could have fooled me, thought Hei.
« Um, do you have some troubles at work? Chasing after dangerous criminals must be exhausting, you should be more careful Kirihasa-san » his tone came out more concerned than he intended to. He inwardly cursed himself, hoping she didn't catch it.
unfortunately, she seemed to have catch it because her eyes softened and a little smile crossed her beautiful face.
« Thank you for your concern Li-kun, it's nothing really serious, just someone giving me a hard time»
« A man hein » Blushing, Kirihara seemed loss for words « um no well not really, um … »
-so it is a man- smiling, Hei couldn't help but be interested. It's not like they could speak freely like this every time they see each other. He knows he shouldn't spent time with her for his and her sake but he couldn't stop his curiosity after seeing her this afternoon. Why she has stopped herself like that. After all there is a saying that you should keep your enemies closer than your friends, and since he has no friends, well let's just say it's easier for him. Getting past her, he stopped and turned his head to look at his companion of the moment « why not clearing your mind while walking with me, it could help » he sent her a small smile, hoping she will accept. « Ah but I don't want to be a bother » she flushed « and weren't you going somewhere? » she inwardly crushed for not asking him before and annoying him with her problems. Catching up with him, the two of them began walking together to whatsoever direction.

The weather was nice, being in spring, you cloud feel a light breeze but not to cold, perfect for a night stroll. Some cars were passing by and people walking on the streets with shopping bags, surely going home from work. Other than that it was calm. « You're not a bother, believe me, we men are quite good for avoiding people, especially women »
Laughing, Kirihara looked at the man beside her. He seemed relaxed compared to her, enjoying his surrounding without a worry. Maybe she should try to do the same. « Yeah, something you men aren't too keen to change. » This time Hei smirked « So I deduct this man is avoiding you »
Signing she replied « Kinda escaping me when I confront him » her expression turning into her police mode, she continue « I don't know what to do with him anymore, nothing seemed to work, he just know how to mess with me. It's so frustrating! »
Sensing some pride he tried to contain his smile and put on a poker face, after all he knew he was giving her a hard time.
« Maybe you should try a different way to apprehend him » why in the world was he giving her advice on how to capture him, only god knows.
« Yeah, I was thinking of something and that's why I'm a little bit off » she replied in a low voice. Curious, Hei turned his head her way and saw her blushing. Blushing? Wait, what kind of method is she thinking that's making her blush like this. This workaholic wasn't easily nervous unless…
« Um, Kirihara-san, you were thinking about what? »
Halting in front of a park, he slowly look her way. Her blush still present, she ignored him and continue to walk inside the park to sat down on the first wood bench. Catching up with her, he took his place next to her and took into their surrounding. They were the only one present, being this late at night. It wasn't really big as you could see all of the park from here. Some sakura trees, a playground for kids and a fountain. Must be for runners. He remembers having come here once to meet with his team. Not his favorite, well he didn't really have one to begin with.
Sensing his companion shift he turned his attention to her. She was looking at her hands, as if afraid to look at him. There she goes, being odd again, thought Hei.
« Kirihara-san, everything's alright? »
Looking straight up, she shot him a glance before looking ahead.
« Yeah, sorry, it's just that this idea has been conflicting me »
-seriously, what in the hell is this idea for god's sake- But she pursued « well my captain suggests me something and after some serious reflexion, I'm afraid that I don't have much choices left. After all, it is for the sake of people. »

Hei chooses to listen silently and not stop her. A light breeze blows at that moment, falling a strand of hair from her face. Putting it back she contemplates the view before her. Hei began to watch her carefully. Long brown hair tied in a ponytail, small nose and lips full of red lipstick to accentuate its beautifulness and big beautiful brown eyes hidden behind glasses. He had to admit the first time he saw her at her friend's party he found her beautiful in her red qipao. He would never say it out loud but seeing her in a Chinese dress sent a pang of nostalgie through his heart, remembering him of his land town and family. But being a contractor, the word most wanted one none less, he had to suppress this feeling and pursuit with his mission. But she had been beautiful, she still is, even in her blue suit.
She had been so determined to protect his alias without a care in the world. Her knew that cops theses days weren't the same, many being corrupted and not caring for citizen. Kirihara was different, she wants to protect people, going as far as to risk her life. He had wanted to save her too, after all he couldn't kill the person who had save him. Suddenly taking a big breathe, the woman of his mind turned to him for the first time since they sat down, stopping his train of thoughts. But he never expected to hear these words from her. « My captain wants me to seduce him »