Chapter 3

Shibuya Psychic Research (Naru's POV)

After lunch, Naru decided to let Mai off early so he had Lin drop her off at her apartment. Once Lin came back, Naru began to negotiate matters with his mother and father since they said that they had something important to tell him that he should know.

"What is this important matter, Father and Mother?" Naru asked, his arms crossed.

"Patience, son. We are getting there." His father chuckled at him,"You do remember that time you left for Japan a month ago? During that month you are in Japan, we found a secret diary of decreased famed psychological researcher, Gorons Whipson. He contained something in there that you ought to read." His father pulled out an old rusty book that looked like it has been ages since it was touched. However, there were no scratches on there besides the paper looking very old. Naru took it, a bit awed by it.

"Father, what is your reason for giving this to me when you clearly can use it to your own good use?" He was curious.

"You will know when the time comes, son. Now, keep it and in your spare time you may read it." His father said with a smile. Naru nodded in thanks, wondering what secrets are buried in that book. He was interested in it anyway.

"Well, it looks like it's almost time for us to fly back to England." His mother said with a smile.

"That's...quite a short trip you made and in such a short notice as well." Naru said with an amused look on his face.

"We only came here to give you this diary and to have a congratulations for dating with your first girlfriend." His father answered, beaming at him proudly. Naru sighed.

"I appreciate for your time for coming here, father." He said, nodding at him.

"Alright, well I shall see you soon son." His father said and his mother kissed him goodbye, much to his disgust. Then, he saw them walk out the door and soon gone. Naru looked at the book with still a twisted confusion on his face. Lin apparently came out with a raised brow at him.

"They should have called me to drive them to the airport. Something is up with them." Lin said as a comment.

"I noticed. Whatever is happening in Japan must have drawn to their importance." Naru responded in agreement."However, I yet to see reason as to why they would bother giving me this old diary."

"It must contain some important information that present psychics are yet to know." Lin suggested. Naru frowned.

"Yet, researchers in the past don't have as much technology as we do today." Naru pointed out.

"True, however the past was a more freed society than it is today." Lin argued.

"Yes that factor alone is also true. However, people back in the day weren't as clever or smart as in the present day." Naru argued back.

"I won't argue about this any longer. It is useless to do so." Lin sighed.

"Wise decision. You know you can never win an argument from me, Lin." Naru crossed his arms as he retreated back in his office. He needed to finish his work for the day anyway. He heard Lin sigh in exasperation outside in his office before footsteps could be heard heading back to his own office. Naru sat down on his chair and placed the book down on his desk with a soft thump. Then, he went on to work.

Mai's Apartment (Mai's POV)

So, she was left off early. Her favorite boss let her off early all because of his parents discussing about something to him. Why can't she at least listen to what they are saying? Is Naru's family all that secretive? Mai shook her head with slight annoyance. She was in her living room of her apartment and she was sipping some tea that she made. It was only 5 minutes since Lin dropped her off. Mai had a feeling that whatever they are discussing must be very important. Well, whatever it was it wasn't her business.

After sipping her tea, she brought the tea cup to her kitchen and washed it before thinking of what to do next. Maybe she could call her friends to hang out with her in her place. No, she didn't exactly want to do that since they probably have plans in the first place. She sighed and flopped herself onto her bed. Gosh, why did it feel so touch to make such a rational decision of whether or not to call them? She rubbed her temples as she made a twisted expression.

The ring of the doorbell came. Mai looked up with surprise and slight suspicion. Who was it just now that rang the doorbell? Mai was worried a lot and got up from the sofa. She walked over towards the door where she peeked through the door hole that can see outside. Then she gasped. It was Jiasoka. Mai's heart beat faster in fear as she leaned against the door with complete panic. Oh, no, what is she going to do now? Should she call Naru? No, she shouldn't be bothering whatever he was discussing with his parents about.

"Hello? Is anybody home?" Came the voice of Jiasoka. Mai eyes widen as she began to wonder frantically on how to deal with this situation. Deciding she had no choice, she ran for the phone as quietly as she possibly can and went to her bedroom and closed the door. Then, she dialed the office number. She waited with fear as Naru's voice answered.

"Mai? Why have you called?" Naru stotic voice asked through the phone.

"Naru, that Jiasoka guy is at my front door! What do I do?" Mai said in a panicked tone.

"Just stay wherever you are. Lin and I are coming now." Naru replied then Mai heard him hung the phone up. Mai place the phone down and leaned against the door panting slightly. Jiasoka then said something that Mai could hear.

"If you are not letting me in, I'm breaking in. I want to have some fun with you." She felt chills down her spine as she shivered in fear. Oh, hurry up Naru! Mai wanted to whimper but she didn't dare to. She then heard some banging on the door like the man was trying to bring the door down. Mai covered her mouth to prevent her from yelping really loud. A soft quiet muffled yelp was only heard by herself as she saw the door was being banged on by Jiasoka. No, don't come in!

Suddenly, the door burst open and pieces of wood lay on the floor. Then, Jiasoka looked around and smirked.

"I"m coming to get you, dear Mai Taniyama! So, be prepared!" The sound of his voice sounded so creepy that Mai shuddered. She had no choice then. She went for her closet and hid inside, burying into the clothes so she would at least remain hidden from people when they first see the closet they opened. Mai reached her hand out and quickly closed the closet doors enough so it wouldn't arise suspicions. Then, she waited.

Footsteps could be heard from the living room area. First, it sounded faded but then it went louder and louder as she heard a knob turn. Oh, no! Mai covered her mouth to prevent herself from screaming as loud foosteps were heard. Then, he heard the overly obsessed male spoke.

"She's not here, huh. I guess I came in the wrong time." She heard the sound of scratching before he was thinking of turning back out. However, she heard a pause and then footsteps began walking closer and closer to the closet. Mai's eyes widen as she saw the door open. She closed her eyes, hoping he wouldn't see her buried in clothes.

"Hehe, so there you are. I didn't know you will bury yourself in the closet. Clever to try to avoid me. Not this time." A hand grabbed her left arm and she was pulled out of the closet where then she fell on the floor. She screamed for a brief second before his hand clasped her mouth. Mai struggled to pull the strong grip hand out of her mouth but with no success.

"Thinking of calling for help? Not a chance." Jiasoka grinned widely."Besides, no one can hear you now." However, luck was on her side as he heard two familiar voices.

"Mai!" Naru and Lin called as they ran from the living room to the entrance of Mai's bedroom. Mai sighed in relief. A glare was placed on Jiasoka as she was lifted up and she felt something cold touch her neck. She twisted so she can see better and realized it was a knife. Panic rose above her again as she stared at Naru and Lin helplessly.

"Release her now." Naru commanded in a dangerous and angry tone.

"Not a chance. One foot towards me and your girlfriend is dead." Jiasoka replied back with a grin still on his face. A demon glare was pierced from Naru's eyes.

"Don't you dare kill her." Naru went more dangerous than before."I'll have your head if you lay a finger on her."

"Did I sense jealously? Tsk, tsk, tsk." Jiasoka sneered. Mai softly whimpered as she closed her eyes. Naru, he better use his PK power to knock the guy out. She opened her eyes again and continued staring at them with complete helplessness.

"What do you want from her, Jiasoka?" Naru asked, his voice still remaining dangerous and angry of course.

"What I want? I want her and her awesome beauty. Doesn't it hurt that she is stolen away from you? I bet it does since she would become mine soon." Jiasoka replied, sneering. Naru's glare deepen even more as Mai saw him clench and unclench his fists.

"You won't have her, ever. I'll say that much. She doesn't love you or your damn attitude. You better watch it cause I won't go easy on guys that steal my girlfriend." Naru said, and he looked as though he was ready to punch the Jiasoka guy in the face. Lin had a hand on Naru to comfort him probably.

"We shall see." Jiasoka smirked. Suddenly, a heavy dictionary book from her desk flew out and knocked the guy in the back of the head, enough for him to lose consciousness. The guy released his grip on Mai and collapsed on the floor. Mai ran to Naru immediately and hugged him with all her embrace she had. She was both relieved and happy that Naru used his PK powers to protect her. She felt Naru stroking her hair gently.

"Are you alright?" Naru asked her after the silence.

"I'm fine, thanks to you Naru." Mai replied, smiling at him in a happy way. Naru's eyes soften.

"I think it would be better if you have someone be with you. That way, he won't come back to you alone." Naru said. Mai by now had released her hug from Naru and sighed.

"I think it would better that way. I just can't walk free without that guy monitoring me in every step of the way." Mai nodded in agreement.

"Once Lin gets him out enough distance from you, then we'll discuss about who will stay in your house and stay with you 24-7." Naru said with a slight sigh.

"Thank you Naru." Mai smiled a bit. Lin by then had the Jiasoka guy out and in the van and drove away to put him somewhere. Naru had a hard expression his face, like an expression of distress. Mai wondered if Naru was really worried and stressed from the Jiasoka guy to keep coming at her non-stop. Mai knew the creepy and mad man shouldn't be trusted in the first place considering that he dated so many girls and probably scarred their life in some way. That guy was really just wanted a girl to play with.

Mai too was worried for his return since his always quick appearance and wanting to get Mai whenever he can when the opportunity arises. She sighed. Why is she always the target now and then? Just because she is a psychic doesn't mean that she is so special she always needed to be targeted by men. Well, okay maybe other than that like the beauty and the looks of her could possibly attract other men towards her. She hated that and the fact that men, especially sluts would literately chase after her.

"What are you sighing about?" Naru asked. Mai blinked as she turned her head towards where Naru now was staring at her.

"Oh, nothing. Just that boys are always so attracted to me." Mai replied,"All because of my good looks."

"You do have it, Mai." Naru smirked at her. Mai blushed a deep red and felt flustered by that.

"N-Naru!" Mai said.

"Am I wrong? If I am, do correct me." Naru challenged her. Mai gave a slight glare but still blushing madly as she huffed slightly.

"Well, you don't have to say that from your own mouth! I just said out of speculation from what just happened recently!" Mai defended herself, still flustered by Naru's words. All Naru did was smirk before turning back to the window. By then, the van that Lin was driving was pulled out and Lin came out of it who slammed the door shut and began walking into the apartment. Naru walked away from the window and began head towards the living room. Mai didn't hesitate to follow after Naru. She was now slightly paranoid now that the Jiasoka guy kept on appearing at her everywhere.

Lin came through the broken door of her apartment and nodded and Naru. Naru sighed in relief and sat down on the sofa.

"Who will watch over Mai?" Naru wondered out loud or probably that is what she thought he was doing.

"We can have either you or myself to watch over her." Lin replied,"Or we can have someone from England to come and watch over her for the time being."

"I would highly advise to not bring someone from England considering the situation we are in right now." Naru frowned on that possibility,"Father wouldn't be too pleased to hear that I would require to have someone from England all simply for the safety of Mai when clearly we can care for the matters ourselves here."

"True. What do you suggest we should do then, Naru?" Lin raised a brow.

"We shall stay with her for the time being until we find someone trustworthy enough to watch over her."Naru replied after some thought which cause Mai to blush madly.

"W-What?! Are you sure that is alright with the both of you? I mean, leaving your apartment without someone living in it wouldn't be too good!" Mai blurted out before she got a chance to stop herself.

"Who says we will be staying to sleep in your apartment? We are only staying until you are fast asleep in your bed. Then, we take our leave. You will have to provide a spare key to your apartment however." Naru said with his arms crossed.

"I-I guess that's okay..." Mai muttered. Naru smirked slightly. Mai never thought Naru would even do such a thing for her. Staying with her until someone was willing to stay with her and monitor her 24-7 was just overly to kind for Naru. Never before had she thought Naru would care for her this much to the point of making sure she was safe under all circumstances. It was sorta touching in many ways possible.

So, Naru and Lin stayed with her until night time came when it was time for her to go to sleep. She made them food to eat and provided them the necessary hospitality she required for staying in her house until she fell asleep. During that time frame, the workers came in and repaired her door and provided a new lock on her door. Then, Mai was given two keys. One for her and one of Naru. She gave the second key of her house to Naru and that was that.

As she finished changing into her PJs, she sensed someone watching her. Mai shuddered slightly as she looked around, wondering who was around here. She shrugged it off after she was done changing and Naru knocked on her door.

"Mai, are you done?"

"Yeah, I am." Mai replied back and slipped onto her bed and pulling up her covers. Naru came in and pulled up a chair to sit next to her on bed. Mai blushed a light pink as she found this to be too sweet to be true.

"Goodnight, Naru." Mai said and closed her eyes.

"Goodnight Mai." Naru replied before her mind slipped into unconsciousness.

To be continued...

Dear Readers,

A creepy yet sweet chapter. Hope you all liked it cause I do with all the suspense and the plot. :D I do hope I can update a little more faster since homework from school and family issues have been slowing me down a lot. Anyway, review and comment! Love to hear your thoughts from all of your readers and story lovers!

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