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"I am so sorry you had to get so ill miss." Michiru smiled as her personal maid set a small cup of rose tea on her bedside table.
"Oh it's just a cold Lila. Nothing to fret over." The young woman reassured. She sat in her satin bed, wearing a long night gown. Her hair was tied up in a ponytail, a blue ribbon decorating it.
"Yes Miss. Shall I run your bath?" Lila asked as she dimmed the lights to Michiru's bedroom. The aquanette shook her head and set her tea down.
"No. But if you will, please don't tell mother or father. Heaven forbid you tell grandmother!" She added with a mischievous giggle. The young maid was just about Michiru's age, if not a few years younger.
"Well, you don't seem to have a fever. I suppose this can be our secret." She said with a chuckle. Michiru sent her a thankful smile and the young maid exited.
As soon as her door closed Michiru jumped out of bed. She slowly walked to her window and gazed out at the moon. It shone brightly, reminding her of Haruka.
She giggled and spun around, remembering her rebellious night. She scurried over to her vanity, observing her reflection. "Oh… If only I didn't have all of these…these responsibilities!" She exclaimed and slumped into her chair.
A flowery scent filled the room as a glass bottled perfume was sprayed. Michiru inhaled deeply, taking in the lovely aroma. "Miss! You must pretend to be asleep! Your family has returned!" Lila yelled while frantically knocking on the door.
The young girl quickly scampered to her bed and settled under the covers. A slender hand reached out, dimming the lamps. Michiru shut her eyes, stifling a big smile.
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"Michiru has a violin lesson at 1:30. She will then make her way to Kaioh Dress Company for her fitting with the new line at 2:30. We will be having dinner with Mr. Tenoh and his family at 5:00. Michiru, your fiancé shall accompany you." Her grandmother said. The breakfast table was filled with every Kaioh. Michiru sat isolated from the others, clad in a silk robe and slippers.
"Yes Grandmother." She replied softly. A bowl of strawberries was set beside her. The juicy red berries gushed into her mouth and she happily swallowed one.
"Sit up child! I'll have no slouching!" The old woman barked, causing Michiru's spine to straighten. She gave an apologetic look before dabbing her mouth with a hanky.
"Go on darling, Get yourself ready for the day." Her mother urged. Michiru sighed and left her breakfast. She curtsied to the table of superiors before exiting.
"She'll have to become a proper lady if she is planning to marry Keiki." Her father said as he took a smoke of his cigar.
"She is being forced to marry him father. You cannot expect her to be enthusiastic about it." Michiru's older sister Viella crossly said. Viella had always seen through her little sister, and having been through an arranged marriage herself, she could understand how upset Michiru must be.
"Viella. You'll see to it that you're sister is properly prepared to be a bride." Mr Kaioh replied strictly. The older sister had royal blue hair and tossed it back in a huff.
"Yes father."
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"Where were you last night Haruka?" Mr. Tenoh asked as they were handed two cups of black coffee. The blonde took an extra long sip.
"I left early. Whats the problem?" She said casually. A maid smiled kindly at her before setting down a saucer with cream in it. Haruka smirked and shot the girl a handsome smile.
The young maid began to giggle and covered her blush with her hands. "Well you'd better show up for dinner with the Kaiohs tonight or your ass will pay for it." The man said staring at the newspaper.
"I think that sounds like fun. 'Course Ill go." The man gave her a curt nod before ushering her out of his office.
"Now go, Put on something decent and be social. Theres a pretty woman downstairs who requested to meet you." The blonde chuckled and left the office, the pretty maid trailing after her like a kitten.
"Tell the woman downstairs that I'll see her in ten minutes. Once you're done, come up to my room. I'd like to get to know you better." Haruka said as she slid her finger up and under the maid's skirt caressing her inner thigh.
The younger girl let out a small squeak and began to giggle again. "Y-yes of course!"
The older Tenoh shook his head, hearing the conversation loud and clear.
Haruka's father always wanted a little boy. When he found out that his child was indeed a girl, he made it his passion to turn her into a tomboy.
Haruka told him she liked girls at 13. He didn't understand or accept it at first but he grew to like it. Haruka was more of a son to him then a daughter. And both of them were okay with it.
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"Flat! Flat! Oh Michiru where is your focus?" The old woman said exasperatedly. Michiru took the violin off her shoulder and held it by the scroll.
"It is 2:20 I should be getting to the fitting Madam." Michiru answered wryly. She was absolutely dreading that fitting but if it got her away from this headache of a woman, she would gladly attend.
"Your car has arrived Miss Kaioh." The doorman appeared, taking her violin and putting it in the case carefully. Michiru smirked "And right on time."
She practically flew out the door, not uttering a word to her cranky violin instructor and stepped into the car. Her violin case sat snugly in the seat beside her. "Please make sure you drive slowly, my stomach isn't treating me well."
That was a lie. Michiru wanted to be late for the fitting. That meant less time getting fussed over and stuck with sewing needles. The chauffeur nodded and started the engine once more.
"Do you enjoy driving my family around?" Michiru asked. She always loved to make friends with the servants and was very curious about their jobs.
"It is my job Miss Kaioh. Being quite honest, I do enjoy driving you the most." He said with a friendly smile. The man looked around 65, his old features were beaming with warmness.
"Thank you sir. You are an excellent chauffeur, I hope you know that I am thankful for your services." She replied sweetly. Michiru believed one thing if anything. Kindness is gold, it will do good for everyone, yourself included.
"Miss Kaioh, You are an absolute angel." The old man said gratefully. The beautiful girl was adored by all of the staff at the Kaioh estate. Ever since she was a child, she was beautiful in every way, inside and out.
The aqua haired beauty pulled out a small journal from the pocket of her violin case, along with a pen.
Dear diary,
This does sound quite cliche…. Today has been absolutely dreadful! I was scolded by my violin instructor for nothing at all! I did my best and she still was cross with me. Now I have to go to a dress fitting. Haruka should be at the office, I might just call for her. Tonight I have a dinner where Keiki shall escort me. I am not looking forward to it at the slightest.
The car pulled up in front of a skyscraper, that skyscraper that was Kaioh Dress Company. One of the most successful companies in the world.
The young girl stepped out, waved to the old driver and was escorted inside. A room full of women was waiting for her. Many dresses were placed on hangars, all yet to be tried on.
"Hello Miss Kaioh." A woman greeted her. She held a clipboard, and a cup of green tea. Her spectacles sat right on the brim of her nose and her light brown hair was pulled back into a tight bun. She screamed secretary.
"Um… Do you know if Haruka Tenoh is in by any chance?" Michiru asked as she was led to the back of the room and onto a podium. Mirrors surrounded her reflecting her every move.
"I will call up Miss Kaioh." The woman answered quickly. She set the tea down on a small table beside Michiru and began to walk out of the room.
"Send her down here if she is please!" Michiru called after her. The same woman from the other night approached her with measuring tape.
Other women helped Michiru undress so she could be measured. She lazily kicked off her skirt and pulled the ribbon from her hair. "Please spread your arms. Oh Michiru darling, wait until you see this dress! You will look absolutely radiant!" The woman gushed.
"I would hope so, Mrs. Antonine." She flinched as the cold yellow tape touched her warm body. After a few minutes a long silver dress was brought out. The sleeves were see through, aligned with pearls. The pearls also ran along the neckline.
"It's lovely." Michiru said as she looked it over. The door opened and closed and her neck turned almost all the way around when she spotted a handsome blonde.
"Please step into the dress Miss Kaioh." A young girl said as she held it out. Michiru brought her focus back quickly and did so. Haruka smirked and leaned against the wall as they zipped her friend up.
"Is this for tonight?" Haruka asked slowly walking in. MIchiru giggled and nodded. Just seeing Haruka could pull an unknown joy out of her.
"You'll be there won't you?" Michiru asked, hiding the hope in her tone. Haruka nodded and sat down on a chair in front of Michiru.
"Will our little," She cleared her throat. "Friend be there?" Michiru's smile grew into a look of exasperation.
"Unfortunately he will." She said as the hem was brought up an inch. Haruka shared the look of disappointment before returning to her cool front.
They both were referring to Keiki. Michiru and Haruka shared a dislike for the arrogant man. And speaking of…..
"You look like a dream!" A tall man entered the room much without an invitation. Michiru raised both eyebrows at him.
"Keiki? What are you doing here?" She asked. Her hair was being brushed back into a French twist and a jeweled headband was carefully being observed by the workers.
"I thought I'd pay my lovely fiancé a visit." He said with a smirk. He gazed at the beauty in front of him, smirking at the way she looked at the ground, avoiding his gaze.
Haruka stiffened and stood up. "Tenoh? What are you doing here is the question" He said with a fake laugh. Haruka rolled her eyes and headed towards the door.
She stopped right in front of him, her lips met his ear. "Don't get any ideas." She whispered dangerously.
"I have a meeting to get to. I'll see you tonight Mich. You look beautiful." She said in a completely soft voice. Michiru smiled back and waved.
"I think I would like a word with my fiancé please." Keiki said pointing to the door. All of the workers made a quick exit, leaving the couple alone.
Michiru gulped as Keiki stepped towards her and onto the podium. Their bodies were only inches away. She gasped as his cold hands were placed on her waist.
"A beautiful woman like you, belongs only to a man of wealth. I was chosen for you, not Tenoh." He whispered. His hands caressed her waist and then travelled down to her hips.
"What a lovely figure you have. I hope you will let me see more of it." His cold hands then found their way to her rear, lightly touching it through the thick dress. Michiru inhaled sharply, afraid to move.
"You will give yourself to me, Michiru. I'll make damn well sure of it." He said aggressively. The frozen girl held her breath, waiting for him to let her go. He did no such thing.
Strong arms pulled her into him and her lips were captured in a forceful kiss. Blue eyes widened in shock and she tried to pull out of his grasp. He only tightened his hold on her.
Haruka….. Help me.
Her mind screamed.
