Chapter 2

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Xiaoyu and Julia left the school building and sat in the grass in front of the school, waiting for Deirdre to come out. Jin spotted them and stepped out of his car, along with Law.

Julia was looking lazily around when she saw them approaching. Her eyes shot open and a wide smile appeared on her face.

'Hey, Jin and Law. How are you guys? Long time no see.'

'We're fine. Thanks.'

'What do you mean with long time no see. You saw me yesterday.' Jin was grinning at her.

Julia blushed. 'That was you? Damn, I need to check my ears. And my eyes.'

Xiaoyu laughed.

'And why didn't you tell me? You knew it.'

'Yeah, but I thought it was funny not to tell you. Especially when you heard and not recognised my name. You should see your face now.'

'So you girls are OK?'

'Yes, we're fine.'

'Jin told me there's a new girl. Deirdre. Where is she?'

'So everyone is interested in Deirdre. Nice. Well, she trying to get out of school, without fighting or getting hurt, because a lot of guys like her. They keep asking her out, although she refuses. And the girls are jealous. They want to fight her, but she don't want to. So, I guess we have 5 minutes before she can join us.'

'Really?' Jin looked at the school. Xiaoyu watched him and before she could say something, Julia asked:

'Do you like her?'

'No.'

'Then why are you interested?'

'Because she looks strong. I want her to compete with me in the next tournament.'

'Really? We didn't had an invitation yet. How can you?'

'I didn't have one yet, but until now, there always has been a tournament in September. So...'

'That's true. So you're expecting one soon.'

I hate the end of the day. Now I have to hurry. I'm 15 minutes late!!!! I hope they're still waiting for me.

Deirdre ran out of school, while a few boys were still running after her. She ran towards her friends and stopped.

'Sorry I'm late, I couldn't.....'

'Yeah, we know. They're still a few behind you.'

Deirdre turned around and saw them stand behind her with flowers in their hand.

'Please go out with me.' 'No, me.'

'Listen carefully. I don't want any of you. Not even a date. Leave me alone.'

Silence fell. And then...

'Please, just one date.' No, with me.' 'I won't disappoint you.'

Jin stood up and spoke sternly.

'You've heard the girl. Leave her alone. Or does anyone want a problem with me?'

The boys looked at Jin and backed away. One by one turned around to leave her. They all knew Jin. He was on their school too and graduated three years ago.

Deirdre turned around. 'Thanks.'

Jin nodded. 'Your welcome.'

'Deirdre, this is Jin Kazama. Jin, this is Deirdre Hei. You two saw each other yesterday on my laptop.'

'Yes, I thought you were familiar. How do you do?' While they shook hands.

'I'm fine, thank you. How are you?'

'I'm fine. So, Jin, tell me. Are you always that rude to one and charming to another?'

'I...I...I...' Jin blushed furiously. Xiaoyu, Law and Julia grinned.

Deirdre started to smile. 'Are you always that speechless?'

'No, I just...No. Erm. And you, do you always have a swarm of boys after you?'

'Yeah, I do. You'll get used to it. But it stays annoying.'

'You should take a boyfriend. Jin wants to be yours, I guess.'

Jin shot Law a filthy look. Deirdre looked uncomfortable.

'Come on, Deirdre. Think about it. If everyone thinks you've got a boyfriend, they'll leave you alone.'

'Right, but I just don't want to use someone, Law.'

'What about an arranged deal, huh? Like you and me. that'll do, right? We're not going to do a thing, just playing. No kissing, no touchy-touchy-stuff and instead.....'

'Thanks for the offer, but no.'

Jin started to laugh. Everyone stared at him.

'God, you're very stubborn. I thought you might be the one to help me, but now I know for sure. Can I speak to you?'

'Er...Yeah, sure.'

'Can I pick you up at 7? You know, talking during dinner, because I haven't much time left. I must fly to Japan again.'

'Yes, that's OK.'

they exchanged phone numbers and talked further like nothing has happened.

'So, Deirdre, tell me. Where you from?'

'Originally from Japan. I'm just an exchange student. I need to return to Japan in about 2 months.'

'Nice.'

Xiaoyu started to smile. 'Very nice, huh? So tell me, Jin. Why are you really here in China? I can't believe you came here for a girl.'

Jin smiled. 'I came here for business. Not for you guys. Especially no girls. No girl is THAT interesting or worth it.'

Julia, Xiaoyu and Law stared at him. Deirdre replied.

'Of course you are. Why else? You guys should be a little more chill about people. There isn't always firework between them. And I know what you guys are thinking. But no chemistry between me and Jin, even though we have a dinner, it's not a date. Right, Jin?'

'Right.'

Law shrugged and said:'Too bad. I thought he came here to visit you.'

'I did came here to visit them. But only because I'm in town anyways. You think I've got time to visit friends whenever I want to? psjah.'

'We get it, Jin. You're a cold frog and they're not.'

Jin swallowed. She said it in a nasty way. Like she wanted to hurt him. That she was looking at him, didn't make it easy for him. She stood up and said:

'So, girls, are we leaving? Or do you want to sit here with them? Because I need to go. I need to do my homework before I see him. I mean, if you still want to talk to me, Jin.' She looked at him.

'Of course.'

'That's settled.'

'We're going with you, Deirdre, we need to go as well. Bye, Law, Jin. It was nice to see you guys again. Ow, and say hello to Hwoarang for me.' Julia said.

'We will. Bye.'

The three girls turned around and left the guys sitting.

When they were out of earshot, Law started to talk.

'She's hot, right?'

'What?'

'She's hot.'

'Whatever.'

'Are you kidding me? No one in his right mind would say 'whatever'. Maybe she's right about you. You are a cold frog hahahaha.'

Jin ignored it. Instead he said:

'I need to go. I have to arrange something before I can pick her up. See you later.'

'Bye.'

He left Law and walked over to his car, stepped in and turned the keys in the ignition and drove away.

'So, Deirdre, why did you leave in such a hurry?'

'I just didn't want to stay too long in his presence. There's something wrong with him, but I can't say what.'

'Something? Like what?'

'I don't know. Something dark. Or am I losing it?'

'I think you're losing it. We know Jin for several years. You'll see when you are with him at 7. He's chill and no womanizer. And he won't touch you. Don't worry. There are a lot who 're hanging on him.'

Deirdre sighed. 'Right.'

'So, what are you going to wear for your date?'

'What? I don't have a date. Besides, I don't care. I'll see. I'll just grab something from the closet.'

'No you can't. He's taking you out for dinner. Knowing Jin, he's not so predictable actually. Maybe he'll take you out to a restaurant or maybe just somewhere to eat steak or something. But just in case, I advise you to ...'

'OK, I get it. Thanks. Will you shut up already? It's no big deal. We're not going to date, we're not going to fall in love or anything like that. It's just not possible. So zip it.'

Silence. And then:

'I think you should wear that cute top on your jeans skirt. That's sooooo cute with your ballerina's and ..'

'Aaaargh.' Deirdre put her fingers in her ears. Xiaoyu has stopped, but Julia began.

At 6.50 PM. Deirdre was waiting on her couch, while she watched television. He could arrive any minute. She had combed her hair and was wearing a jeans skirt with a cute black top. She heard Julia coming in, but didn't bothered to greet her.

'Are you nervous?'

'No.'

'Then why are you..?'

'To kill time.'

'And why...'

She was interrupted by the bell. Deirdre stood up and opened the door. Jin stood there in a nice outfit: jeans and a tight black top, which accentuated his muscles. And, he had flowers in his hand.

'Hey.'

'Hey.'

'These are for you.'

He held them out and she mumbled 'thanks' as she took them from him. She glared at Julia, who was sniggering and she stopped.

'Let's go then.'

'Right.' Jin said.

She followed him to his car and saw Julia from the corner of her eyes, taking the phone to call someone. She sighed and stepped in. They drove in silence. Suddenly he stopped and parked the car.

'We're here.'

She stepped out and looked around. They were at the mall. She furrowed her eyebrows and asked him:

'Why are we here? You want me to pick your clothes or something?'

Jin started to laugh.

'No, were not going into the mall. You see that restaurant over there?' He was pointing to a restaurant next to the mall.

'Yes.'

'That's our destination.'

'Really.'

'Yes, come on.'

He grabbed her arm and dragged her to it. He let her go halfway and stepped in. She followed him. It turned out that he had reservations.

'Table 2 in the back, sir.'

'Thank you.'

Deirdre followed him to the back. The both sat down and he took the menu. She did the same. After a minute or 2 he asked her:

'What do you want to eat?'

'What? Ow, I think I'm fine with a salad.'

'I don't think so. You need to eat some more. I'll order a piece of chicken for you. OK?'

'No, thanks. I can't eat that much.'

Jin smiled.

'Just try.'

She observed him.

'OK.'

The waiter came to take their order and left again.

Deirdre stared at the table. She didn't know what to say or to do. So Jin started the conversation.

'So you also live in Japan.'

'Yes.'

'Where in Japan?'

'Tokio.'

'Me too.'

'Nice.' She stated with a smile. 'And you was also an exchange student here, right?'

'Yes.'

'So that's why those guys were afraid of you.'

'Yes. We know each other.' He smiled.

The waiter came with their order and wished them 'Bon appetit'.

They started to eat and Jin took his chance.'

'Tell me, I know maybe this isn't the right moment to ask, but are you a fighter?'

'What do you mean?'

'Your body may look slim, but I know that's a body of a fighter.'

'Yes. I'm a fighter. But only when I have to fight. I don't fight or hit for fun.'

'So I've heard. You could've hit those guys. From what I've heard, you're very strong.'

'Maybe.'

'You don't have a boyfriend, do you?'

'No.'

'How's that?'

'I don't know, I don't like people that fast. Besides, I'm not living here, but in Japan. I can't waste my time with a guy who can't be with or near me after 2 months.'

'True. You're sounding very clever.'

'Maybe because I am.'

'I didn't meant it like that.'

'You'd better not.'

'Right.'

'You wanted to talk to to me about something. I don't think that this is it. So spit it out. I've waited long enough.'

Jin swallowed his food down and looked her hard in the eyes.

'There comes a tournament and I want a partner. Well, a partner to train with. A good one. So I actually wanted to train with you. You can teach me moves and other stuff. I've seen it on YouTube. I need you to be my trainer.'

'I...I...'

'Come on, please?'

'OK. but I want you to teach me stuff in return. And you won't use my moves until you're in danger and can't save it without them.'

'Deal.'

'OK. How long are you staying here?'

'I'm not. I'm flying back to Japan in 5 hours.'

Deirdre stared. 'So you want to wait for me until I'm back in Japan again?'

'That's the idea.'

'Fine.'

They finished their food and Jin drove her back to her home.

'See you in 2 months then.' As he shook her hand.

'Yes. See you soon, I guess.' As they broke their handshake.

She turned around and stepped in her home. He was watching her until she was in her house. Then he stepped into his car and drove to the airport. His private-jet was ready to take him back to Japan.

'In 3 months, I'll be the best fighter in the world.

He smirked.

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