Love and Business DON'T Mix
Chapter 2 - Photo Shoot and Tragedy
Studio - Thursday - 9:45 A.M.
Takato looked at his watch. Even though he and Henry had enough sleep, he was still fuming. Reason being was that his past was about to catch up to him, in the form of his old model friend. That being Rika. Of course, he didn't want to start reminiscing. It wasn't good for him. His personal motto was simply put, "Don't reminisce about the past. It brings back heartache." That got him to this point, and he went back to work, setting up his equipment. Of course, when it came to equipment, Henry had just single piece, and that was a pen and notebook.
Kazu was helping Takato out with the lighting, and after a few minutes, both were done, and with a few minutes to spare. After 2 more hours, Rika showed up, and with Ryo, nonetheless! Takato balled up his hands, and wanted to knock one into Ryo's skull, but resisted. Takato said, "Hi Rika." It was nothing more than just that. Rika replied back, "Hey, Takato." She didn't even bother to call him "Gogglehead" anymore. Takato replied, "Let's just get to the photo shoot, and have Henry interview you and get this over with." Henry replied back, "He's just a little upset." Rika asked, "Oh? About what?" Henry answered, "He doesn't want THAT to be brought up."
The wardrobe was brought out, and Rika got dressed. Takato checked his camera, and his bag. Film, lenses, filters, extra flash unit, the works. After Rika got dressed, Takato said, "Let's start out with some basic poses." Rika replied back, "Sure." It went on for a few minutes. Takato then thought, "Finally. One easy job concerning a model." Rika said, "At least this photographer doesn't hassle me." Rika then replied, after a few hours of the simple stuff, "Hey, how about we get to the real poses?" Takato, not sure about how to handle this one, replied back, "Uh… Sure. That'd… be great." Rika chuckled to herself, and went to get changed. Henry looked at his worn out friend, and said, "Hey, Takato. We're almost done with the photo shoot. Don't go all zoning out on me."
Takato replied back, "I'm not going to zone out." It was then Rika came out wearing a kimono. Then she got out on the bed, and Takato had to have every bit of self-control he had. He took pictures again, and for the next half hour, he still took pictures. He then said, "Hey Henry, you're up for the interview." Rika said, "Sure. Just let me change." Rika changed, and Henry led her to an obscure area of the studio. The interview went off without a hitch. Meanwhile, Kazu and Takato got to talking while cleaning up the photo gear.
Kazu said, "Man, Takato, you sure zoned out at the last few hours." Takato again said, "Hey, I did zone out, but it was her beauty that made me be like that." Kenta said, "Yeah man. You've got a major crush on her." Takato was quick, and he said, "No I don't!" Seeing the looks that said, "We're going to beat you senseless", Takato replied, "Well, maybe just a little." The three then got to cleaning up. Henry came up to them, and said, "Hey, we've done the interview, and I just have to type it." Takato smiled, and thought, "Looks like this job was going to be easy. Why did I doubt it?" Rika said, "So, I guess we're going, Ryo." Ryo said, "That's right, baby cakes." He kissed Rika, and that got a side-glance glare from Takato.
The four guys hit the bar again at 7 P.M., only this time they were talking about the job, instead of J-League scores. I came up to them and asked, "So, you guys going to stop hanging out here?" The four shrugged, and after one more hour, they left the bar. The rain had made things a little interesting when it came to driving. One slip up could mean the end of your life if your car wasn't in control. It wasn't until they were five kilometers away when they saw a major accident. Takato stopped his car, and saw the cop that was stationed there. Takato asked, "What's going on, officer?" The officer replied back, "There were 2 people in this car. It lost control when the man was speeding. Inside the car was a man and a woman. The woman made it out with a little help. But she's pretty banged up. Can't say the same for the guy. He's bleeding internally, and it's pretty massive." He looked at the man inside the car. It was Ryo, and the woman that was being helped out. It was Rika. That was all Takato needed to know. He called 911, and the emergency team got Ryo out, and the ambulance showed, and they took Ryo and Rika over to the hospital.
Takato
dropped off Henry, Kazu and Kenta at the apartment, and went to the
hospital. He saw Rika, and went to her
side. Takato said, "I saw the
accident scene." Rika said,
"Yeah. I hope Ryo's okay. We're going to be married in two
weeks." The doctor came out, and
said, "Rika Nonaka?" Rika
looked up, and said, "Yeah?"
The doctor said, "I'm sorry.
We tried all we could, but we lost Ryo." Takato bowed his head in sympathy. Rika was crying, and Takato saw it. He said, "Hey Rika?"
Rika looked up, and said, "Yeah?" Takato said, "Hey, if it's ok with you, can I take you back to
your hotel?" Rika said,
"Sure."
The doctor looked at her, and said, "We bandaged her up pretty good. She'll be a little banged up, but I advised her
not to go too far from here."
Takato said, "Thanks. If
things get out of hand, I'll call you."
He led Rika to his car, and began to drive. He was careful, and he turned on his radio. It was then he heard this song. He may have heard it once, but he didn't
know where.
Romance
is in the rain
Those tall buildings are still here standing in this misty rain
Remember in the beginning, we were so deeply in love
And the city was filled with joy, crowded with busy traffic and people
Though from out of nowhere, troubles suddenly came like strong wind
To us, everything is still beautiful, like fair ladies pairing with heroes
Romance is in the rain
To me, the world only exists in your eyes
It was not too late that we met, but why it has to be so short
Like thousands of layers of mountains and rivers that will always be here
Like singing a sad song will always make tears fall
We too will always love each other with great passion
Romance is in the rain
Heaven and earth will always be here like my love
Those tall buildings will eventually come to an end but since my love is
eternal and dedicated only to you, I will keep waiting
Waiting through spring, summer, autumn and winter
Waiting and waiting endlessly
Not knowing where you will rest and stay
Takato said, "You know this song?" Rika said, "No." Takato said, "I heard it during the dance before we graduated." Rika said, "Oh." The two didn't talk much. Sooner or later, they saw the hotel, and Takato dropped off Rika. But before she went in, Rika gave Takato a little kiss on the cheek. After Takato dropped off Rika, it was then he thought of the song again. It was then he thought of the chorus' second line. He pushed it away, and thought, "She's just a model, and I'm a photographer for a magazine. It'll never happen." He drove back to his apartment, and after all that, he couldn't think straight. Could the song be an omen?
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So, what did you think? Oh yeah, don't own anything. Not Digimon, or the song "Romance in the Rain". I found the lyrics on this site: http://www.geocities.com/vickiinromanceintherain/Lyrics-Songs.html?1003707197830
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