"Welcome, Doctor", the CEO said as he nervously cleared his throat and motioned Makino to a chair.
"I believe that the issue at hand today is the incident where you punched a patient in the hospital", the CEO began hesitantly.
"A patient?", Makino asked with a smooth smile, "I believe I was threatened by the unruly boyfriend of a patient who has forced himself past security and was physically threatening me. I also have taken a pay cut and suspension for this action. I believe it to be resolved".
"Well…", the CEO cast a glance nervously to the back of the room as if to seek support, and a new voice penetrated the air…
"It is still conduct unbecoming a doctor and could seriously jeopardize the hospital's reputation. An apology to the injured party is a must."
Makino turned in surprise to note that there were two men in the back of the room. One was royally ensconced in a leather chair and was watching the scene with contempt while the one who has spoken, appeared to be his secretary.
"and you are…", Makino enquired.
"This is Domyouji-sama…", the secretary trailed off as Makino stood and purposely strode toward them.
"So this is the puppet master", she sneered, "it is finally nice to meet you."
Icy brown eyes met with liquid hazel ones as silence reined in the rule.
"An apology", the secretary began.
"What, is Domyouji-sama mute? Or is it, he can't issue his own threats?", Makino interrupted.
"An apology on your knees before my brother and you can have your measly job back", Tsukasa spoke.
"And if I refuse?", Makino asked.
"You will be fired and don't even think of getting a job in any other hospital either", Tsukasa retorted.
Makino remained silent for a moment as she studied the man before her. He sat with royal grace; a lithe, well-toned form fraught with unspoken strength and power and a handsome face full of intelligence and pride.
"I had wondered what kind of environment would lead to such a spoiled, immature asshole such as your brother but I see in comparison, your brother turned out well. Listen you cold-hearted bastard, I will not bend to your will. Your brother deserved that punch and probably much worse. I had been thinking of a career change but had thought to wait a couple of years but I'll take this as fate speaking," Makino finished as she spun away.
"I will send my resignation in tomorrow, Director", Makino said as she neared the door and then flashing the entire room a smile, she left.
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Later that day,
Tsukasa sat contemplating the Tokyo skyline. Makino Tsukushi had been nothing like he expected. Barely over 5'2 ft., she was like a train at full speed. With a sun-kissed skin, brown hair swirling to her waist and sparkling hazel eyes, she had managed to do what no women had yet managed. She had left Domyouji Tsukasa speechless.
"Ichiro, I want all the information you have on Makino Tsukushi and I wanted it five minutes ago", Tsukasa commanded. It had been a long time since Tsukasa felt so interested in anything…