A/N: Edited 1/31/16
Being born in a rather poor family, Yui did not have many options in life. While she lives comfortably in the country-side, she strives for more—she wants to experience life to its fullest; start from the beginning and work her way up.
Yui pondered of all possible things that she could have been doing. She could be in college, have a part-time job, going out with friends on her free time… and maybe, finding the right guy.
A big sigh escaped her mouth; there is nothing around here, "…just fields." She muttered miserably; her chin propped on her elbow. Not to mention the lack of available men; everyone here is so busy taking over their parents' careers… and by career; it's mostly farming for boys and house work for the girls.
Her family has lived here for generations and with the way things are looking, she's just bound to marry a nice hard-working farmer, who's also the son of a farmer; it's a vicious cycle. Well, to her at least. Everyone here seems to be content with life. But she feels differently; she wanted more.
She didn't want to slave away to a man; she wanted a career of her own; more than being a farmer or a house wife. She wanted knowledge, and she wanted change more than anything. She sighed loudly once again, but this time to the point that it's a loud groan, as if anyone could be bothered in her house anyway. It's far too chaotic for anyone to care.
She has 4 siblings; 2 twin brothers; around 1 month old, a younger sister; age 13, and an older brother; age 18. Haru & Hiro, Nami, and Shinichi; in that order. Onii, as she likes to call Shinichi, has gotten their parents' permission to move to the city and go to college.
There's definitely some favoritism going on. She sighed once again at the thought. But this time, a pan struck her in the head. "You keep sighing like that, and you'll bring us a decade of bad luck!" her mother yelled angrily. "Why don't you do something better with your time instead of sucking up and wasting all the air in this house!"
A single tear dropped from her eye as she rubs her hurting head, "Th-There's nothing to do!"
Her mother's face further reddened in anger, "Child, there is plenty of things to do. Get off your lazy ass and help me with dinner! Now hurry up!"
Her mother's vocabulary always embarrassed and scared her. Even father is afraid of her. But at the same time, Yui had always been an obedient girl, despite her rebellious thoughts.
"Ugh… Yes…" she grumbled.
For as long as he could remember, any feelings of love and passion have never been a necessity. Was it existent in the past? Yes. However, did he feel it is essential to live? No. There are only two things in life that matters to Ryuken, and that is money and his hunger. He was easily able to rid of what every single creature exists for. But his specific needs, his appetite, could never be eliminated.
"S-Sensei…! We can't! Not in here!" The woman refused, but at the same time, her cheeks are as red as a rose. Clearly, she likes it. The forbidden thrill. Ryuken felt for her aroused sex through her clothing. He rubbed her clitoris with his forefinger and his middle finger seek as much entry as possible over the thin linen; making her wince in ecstasy and her provocative undergarments damped.
One could say that he is the epitome of pleasure. Women have always been an easy prey for him. Men are envious of him, and his women envious of each other.
'How pathetic. Indecent. Immoral.' Just the appropriate woman to use for his needs; someone who is exactly like him—Hopeless.
"…I suppose we shouldn't." He teasingly removed his hands away from her warmness, his empty yet beautiful cobalt eyes focused on her pleasure-deprived face; she clearly wanted more; just the reaction that he wanted and expected.
The woman bit her lip in sexual frustration and craving, "…no, please…" she impatiently rubbed her legs together under his large frame, gently reaching for his collar, and then his neck; stroking it. "Sensei…" she whispered lasciviously.
He looked down at the yearning woman with his eyes, not bothering to move a single part of his body. What a wretched, vile woman. Quite frankly, it disgusted him to the core; the outwardly appearance of innocence and pureness are all lies; a pathetic façade for the pathetic race that we are. "Tell me… exactly… what is it that you want?"
Even with his poor sense of morals, he still has some policies for himself. He wouldn't waste valuable time and effort on an unwilling woman; if there was any to begin with. After all, there are plenty; just practically begging for his cock.
"I…" She paused in embarrassment, but this did not stop her from continuing, "I want sensei to fuck my brains out…!" This is as good as it gets; it feeds his already-large ego. He likes the feeling of superiority. He feels triumphant. Achieved. Content. He always get what he wants; anything that he may desire can and will always be his.
To him, this is far greater than love and passion combined. For someone who is so void of feelings, this is the only one that he cannot relinquish.
Ryuken smirked in satisfaction.
Yui laid on the floor in her brother's room. This is her sanctuary; the only place in the entire house where she can get some peace and quiet even if it's only for a little bit. She isn't always allowed here because Shinichi is often studying. But again, often, she sneaks in anyway.
"Take me with you." She uttered; breaking the comfortable silence. Her tensed back pressed against the hard wood flooring; her legs are up on the mattress; and her arms wrapped tightly around her brother's pillow. It smells just like him.
His copper eyes widened for a split second, and then shortly transitioned into a warm smile. "You know full well that's impossible." Followed by the smallest of chuckles.
Yui quickly sat up and slammed her palms on the floor with protest, "I know, but…" she sighed. "Onii… I can't stay here forever." She bit her lip.
Ah… a habit of hers that could make any man go crazy. Shinichi quickly shifted his eyes away; wearing a silly smile on his face as he twists a few strands of his brown hair, just a few shades lighter than his eyes. Something to ease his nervousness.
"I would." He declared confidently, which made Yui rose up in excitement. "—But I can't." which then made her frown and descended back down to the floor. He laughed. It's a shame this cute little creature had to be his sister. But it's not completely… he cleared his throat at the thought and continued.
"The place I will live in… it's a house filled with…" he paused; thinking of a nicer way to say it. Her dark orbs looked at him with full attention and interest. He liked this of her; as if there's one thing about her that he didn't like. Whoever she speaks to, she shows a considerate amount of interest no matter how uninteresting something is. "—err.." he continued to twist his hair between his fingers. "Bachelors." Was about the most pleasant word he could think of.
She relaxed, "Well, of course, you are all in college, aren't you?" she uttered as if she has solved a mystery. What unique pureness she has. Even if he could take her, he wouldn't. Not to a place like that.
"When I get a decent job, I'll ask our folks for permission, alright? By that time, I'll be living on my own and…" He stops to ponder at the idea. Would she really be safe that way? How ironic. "…and maybe, just maybe, you can…"
Her eyes sparkled in anticipation and excitement, but to his surprise, she suddenly looked gloomy. "But I wouldn't want that either…" He felt a prickling on his skin at her words. It's not like he wanted that to happen, but he at least wanted her to want it.
She sensed this of him and she quickly took her words back, "No—I didn't mean it that way! I just…" she bit her plump bottom lip, "I just don't want to burden you is all." She sat on his bed and adjusted herself to her comfort, "You see… I want a life elsewhere and I want to achieve things with my own hard work… and even if…" she gulped, "…even if I have to suffer to get there, I know it would be the best feeling in the world." She held his hands in between hers causing him to jump a little bit, her eyes glistened in ambition, "That's what I dream of! I seek that thrill, Onii." She paused, looking at him straight in the eyes.
He took a deep breath and slowly exhaled, "Alright," he pat her on the head. He's always soft when it comes to her. "I'll ask the old man." She shrieked in excitement at his words, "But—" he continued, her body frozen and her posture uncomfortably perfect; awaiting and ready to obey his words. He almost couldn't force back his laughter, but he manages, "—I get to pick where you stay." She nodded vigorously in compliance. "A nice little town should be a good starting place." He gave her a look to confirm this, "Okay!" she yelled and he finally let out that laughter he's been holding; patting her on the head once again, "Good girl."
She wanted to stay in the city with Shinichi… in a rather close proximity at that. But it's alright. This was a huge favor and she appreciated everything about it. After all, he's gonna be toast at even the slightest mention of it…
• • •
"What demons have possessed the two of you?!" Her mother yelled in what seems to be her normal voice now. I swear she always has an angry tone. She thought to herself. Poor Shinichi is taking the entire blow as she stands behind him. "I told you not to put these ridiculous ideas in her head!" Yui bit her lip; now she regrets ever asking him. This isn't her hard work… this is all on Shinichi! Without him… she couldn't imagine going through every single day without his help. Her mother's right. This is ridiculous. She clutched onto Shinichi's sleeve as she opens her mouth to finally comply.
"Is it really impossible?" Shinichi uttered clearly and courageously; the 2nd time she's heard her brother talk in a very serious tone. It almost scares her… but kind of in a good way. The other time was when he'd told them that he will be going to college in Tokyo. She gulped; he takes this seriously, and so should she. She furrowed her brows, readying herself for the battle.
He took a deep breath, "I say we should expect a little more from Yui. I believe she's capable; capable of great things." This is their parents' weakness. Shinichi's positivity and wisdom. He has been like this ever since he was a child; Yui always thought he was as wise as that old fisherman that lives near the lake; perhaps even wiser. That's why my… our parents took a liking in him and…
"Very well." Her father folded his newspaper and stood up to give Shinichi a manly pat on the shoulder. Shinichi flinched a little as he is a rather gentle-looking man in comparison to their burly father. He smiled with relief; as he felt Yui's hold relax as well.
"Touchan!" Her mother voiced in disagreement. "I forbid all of this nonsense! I do not allow it and that is final!" Her father held her mother's hand gently, "Kaachan, have some faith in your daughter, will you?" For a short while, her face had softened, but almost instantly, she angrily shrugged off her husband's hands and walked towards and tends to the weeping twins.
Their father looked at his two children nervously, "Well then…" he chuckled involuntarily as his index finger lightly scratched his forehead. His wife and children are always his weakness. Now he's stuck in a rut. But he knew, and once again, Shinichi is right in all of this. And he also knew that their mother is aware of that.
He cleared his throat to rid of the awkward silence, "Yui." He said firmly.
"Y-Yes?!" she answered nervously, which made her father laugh in adoration, "Don't let us down, y'hear?" he continued.
"Y-Yes! I…I promise you… all of you, that I'll do my best. Not just for me, but especially for you guys!" she yelled and bowed her head. She couldn't be any more grateful, to the point that she started tearing up a little.
• • •
3 years later
Karakura Town
It wasn't easy getting here, but she's made it somehow… with some help from her brother, of course. Today she begins her clinicals at Karakura Hospital. She's quite relieved that her good friend Sae had been appointed to the same unit as her. Just a few more months and she will be officially a nurse!
It has been a bit strange in Karakura town, but I have to admit that being here has been one of the greatest times of my life. I feel accomplished; and I feel good about myself.
The early-spring breeze blew back her long, raven locks. Spring has got to be her favorite season. The flowers are beginning to fully bloom, the air waft of florally scent, and the temperature is just about right. She wishes it could be spring all-year long. She sighed, but regardless, she was happy with how things have turned.
Shinichi had always been there to support her, and her family back at home, even her mother, roots for her success.
All is well.
At least for now.
"Ishida-sensei, here are the documents that you've requested." Subaru placed the folder on Ryuken's desk. Prompt as usual. Possibly the only living thing that he appreciates.
He grabs the folder and opens it; and as he quickly flips through each page. "When are they to arrive? And their schedule?" he asks with haste.
The secretary then answered the question as if it is merely his name and age, "Starting tomorrow, 7am – 3pm, Monday through Friday."
Ryuken spread out the students' resumes on his desk, scanning through the most important portions. "You may be excused." He uttered; Subaru bowed and swiftly left the office.
Naturally, everything is in alphabetical order; just the way Ryuken likes it. 'A competent man he is' he thought of the trustworthy secretary, as he reads the students' names in his head. As one of his habits, he would like to have them memorized by tomorrow. He took a sip of his warm coffee and continued his work.
Stopping at one page, "Tachibana Sae." He muttered to himself and slightly readjusting his glasses. The student who scored the highest in the exams, next to "Nishikawa Yui." The one-point difference between their scores caught his attention and struck him as odd. But he dismissed the thought as it isn't an impossible scenario.
He also likes to have a starting foundation; and the test scores of each student help him build that foundation. It adds on to his expectations of each students.
He neatly placed the documents back in the folder and set it aside for the day. Ryuken leaned back on his chair to relax for a bit. It's been a while since he stared up at the sky. The sunset had always been beautiful, especially during spring; when the flowers are only beginning to bloom. One can spot them vaguely on the horizon. It reminded him of a beautiful thing… something that he once had.
…
He stopped at the thought. He almost snorted out loud. Even he cannot help lying to himself now. How that is possible is beyond him. He didn't know what's gotten into him at that moment, but whatever it was, it was quite a load of bullshit.
He had no need for such feelings.
At least…
for now.
