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Darien ran a hand through his thick hair. He hung up his phone for the seventh time. Seiya wasn't picking up. It made him growl in frustration. Darien was just finishing up at work and he had been handling the press over both situations and it seemed as though Seiya fell off the face of the earth. He had called him numerous times that day and he talked to Serena making sure she was okay but she hadn't heard from Seiya either. Setsuna was angry at him and she was barely speaking to him. He had to explain himself to her when he got to work but now she was just irritating him with smart comments all day. On top of that, he had four meetings and missed his lunch because he was running late. When he got to the office, he was happy he had a bathroom built into his office so he washed up and put on a clean suit. Luckily the work day was over and he just had to pick up Serena so she could get her car. He loosened his tie and grabbed his keys. He looked over his office one last time before stepping out. He locked his office up and when he turned around he ran right into Setsuna's arms.
"Oh, sorry." He said backing away from her.
She smiled seductively at him and walked back into his arms. She had changed her attitude from early. Her dark tumbled down her back, no longer in its severe bun from earlier. The top buttons of her white dress shirt was unbuttoned down to her black bra. Her beautifully olive tanned skin was a great contrast to the white. Her black high waist pencil skirt clung to her like a second skin. She always dressed really and usually he'd be turned on by her being all over him. Unfortunately, today wasn't the day. She kissed his neck tenderly and smiled up at him.
"You know, I'm sorry honey for my attitude earlier. I guess I was just feeling insecure for no reason at all but maybe I can make it up to you now." She said seductively wrapping her arms around his neck.
They were the only ones left in the office and she wanted to take advantage of her time with him. She place several more kisses along his jaw and neck. Darien sighed and rolled his eyes. He wasn't in the mood today.
"Sets, not right now. I'm not in the mood. I had a ton of things to do and I promise we'll get up later but not now." He said gently pulling her arms off of him.
"Okay, well if you want, I can follow you home. I'll make dinner for you while you handle what you need and run you a hot bath. I'll even but those rose bath salts that you love in it." She said trying to coax him.
"Mmm, sounds nice but I don't think that'll work. I have to get Serena's car to her and then take her home. I have to meet up with my brother and deal with him. I'm sorry but my family comes first right now. " He said lightly hoping she wouldn't get mad.
She sighed, she couldn't even be mad at him. He was right, his family is first in his life. She stepped back and straighten her clothes.
"That's fine. I understand. Do what you have to and I'll see you tomorrow." She said a little disappointed.
"Good, see you in the morning. Oh, can you make me those chocolate muffins I like and I want some coffee." He said kissing her lips lightly.
She perked up a little and headed to gather her things.
Serena loved the sound of her mother's voice. She was singing lightly while she was baking Serena a strawberry cake and chocolate chip cookies. Serena was excited; it had been a long time since she had any of her mother's baking. Serena was curled up on the sofa sipping a cup of hot chocolate , reading a book. The book she was reading was The Winter People by Phyllis A. Whitney. It was intriguing but she couldn't focus because of her thoughts over what her mother said earlier that day. She had busied herself with different tasks all day but the only thing she could think of was Darien. Her brain and heart constantly reminded her of the baby she lost but she kept pushing the thoughts to the side. She didn't want to hurt anymore. She barely thought of Seiya. It was his fault. He was never home and she was sick of it. BUT, she didn't want to be angry so she strayed from thoughts of him. The door bell rang signaling her out of her thoughts and her book. She sat her cup and book down and headed to the front door.
Darien stood there with his hands in his pockets. She smiled up at him.
"Hey, how was your day?" She asked him sweetly.
"Long." He said engulfing her in a hug.
Serena always felt safe and serene in his arms. It was like his presence always set her at ease if it was possible. She was already peaceful but now she felt lazy and didn't want to let him go. She inhaled his scent lightly to catch something really sweet. Like a woman's fragrance. She looked up and noticed a light pink lipstick on his neck. She reached up and wiped it off without realizing what she was doing. He squirmed from being ticklish and gave a short laugh. Darien didn't know what she was doing but it his neck was really sensitive. It was his spot and she shouldn't be messing with him. It send not too innocent thoughts through his mind. She laughed lightly and let him in- letting him go. She felt her stomach churn slightly from jealousy. It was more than like from Setsuna. She cleared her thoughts. It was all her mother's fault.
Darien could smell the sweets baking in the house.
"Wow, what's mom making?" He asked curiously.
"She's baking her famous cookies and a cake." Serena said warmly.
"Yum, I want some to take to work with me tomorrow." He said rubbing his stomach.
"Okay, I'll make sure she puts you some to the side. So, I know you've been pretty busy today so do you want to tell me what was going on earlier or what? Mom wouldn't talk about it and you seem really slammed today." She asked walking him into the living room.
"I will get to all of that. I'll tell you on the way to get your car. I'm gonna say hi to your mom and we can be on our merry little way." He said evasively heading to the kitchen.
He really didn't want to trouble her with any of the press none sense but he knew she had a right to know. He even doubted she watched tv at all today. Serena shrugged and went up stairs to grab a pair of tennis shoes. On her way out of her room, she stopped in front of the mirror. She looked okay. She had been lounging all day in a pair of blue sweat pants and a gray tank top. Her hair was in a sloppy ponytail. She wondered if she should put something nice on but changed her mind. She didn't have to get dressy for Darien. Wait a minute- why was she wondering about being dressed presentable to be seen in public with him. She shook her head. She was a married woman and a faithful one at that. Plus, he had a girlfriend. They were just going to get her car. No big deal.
She hurried down stairs to see Darien standing by the front door with her purse. He smiled up at her sweetly. Her heart warmed at the sight. He was just too good to be true.
"Ready to go?" He asked her.
"Yup! We can leave now" She chirped.
They hurried out to his car. The sun had fallen a while ago and it was dusk outside. He knew by the time they got to his office it would be dark. He was glad that when they pulled out that there weren't any photographers in sight. He was grateful for that. He was going to give his PR agent a bonus.
"So, are you going to tell me what happened today?" Serena asked quietly once they were on the road.
Darien sighed and looked over at her briefly. She was looking at him with those innocent blue eyes that he loved. He focused on the road and began telling her of the mess that was in the paper about them and the magazine that had Seiya plastered on the cover with a woman and a little girl. Serena felt her heart twist a little. She didn't like how the media always tried to make something of everything. Even though Seiya was absent a lot he was faithful to her. She knew that. He had even told her once that she was more than enough woman for him. He wouldn't fathom having anyone else. She still believed that, but she knew pictures didn't lie- most of the time. She glanced out the window and something caught her eye. Seiya's car. It was hardly discreet. A flaming orange color with a black racing stripes around it. It was a Aston Martin DB9. One of his many cars. She always told him she could pick him out of anywhere when he was in it.
"Stop the car!" She demanded loudly.
Darien hurried pulled the car to the side of the road. Horns were honking at the loudly but he ignored it.
"What's the matter?" He asked worriedly.
Before he knew it, she had jumped out of the car and was running towards a shopping plaza they just past. What ever she was looking for he had no clue. Darien turned the car off and got out. He hurried after her just hoping she wouldn't harm herself. Serena had no clue as to why she had the sudden urge to see him but her gut told her too. As she reached his car, she looked in to see no one there but she noticed a car seat in the back. Her heart fell into her stomach and she felt tears cloud her vision. Her heart told her there was more to this. The child's car seat seemed worn. She moved away from the car and glanced around. There was no sign of him anywhere. Most stores had closed but she noticed a restaurant . She hurried to the window and looked in. Her heart was officially broken. She could see Seiya sitting with a woman and a little girl that looked barely old enough to talk. They were laughing gaily at something the little girl did. The woman had her arms around his waist and Serena felt her blood boil. Darien reached her and saw the scene that caused her so much pain. Darien wrapped his arms around her from behind. She turned into his arms and cried.
"How….We just lost a baby and yet he has the audacity to be with another woman! I've been home….crying my heart out! I've been there for him….I'm tired of this. Can we go…." She cried loudly.
Darien heart was breaking for her. He hugged her tightly. He was fuming mad at his brother. His hands were shaking as he held her. He was going to take her home but not before he said something.
"Stay here honey." He demanded softly.
Serena nodded and wrapped her arms around herself as she watched him enter the restaurant. Darien walked in with an air of authority and the hostess saw the menacing look in his eye that told everyone that he was a man on a mission and do not get in his way.
Seiya looked up from his table to see his angry brother coming his way. He cursed mentally to himself. How did he find him? He felt really nervous. Something told him not to go out today but noooo, he let HER talk him into taking them to dinner.
Darien pulled Seiya out of his seat with ease.
"What the hell, Seiya!" He growled at him.
The whole restaurant went quiet as they stared at the two.
"Dare, what a surprise! What…what brings you out here?" He stuttered nervously.
Darien stared his brother in the eyes, telling him not to play games. Their faces were inches apart. A server alerted went to alert the manager.
"You don't deserve her." Darien said angrily.
"What is he talking about?" The girl that was with Seiya spoke up.
"I …I don't know" Seiya lied less than smoothly.
He pulled himself from his brother's grasp and backed away.
"I'm talking about your wife, you bastard. You know, the one who was pregnant with your child? Does that ring any bells?" Darien said angrily.
He could believe how Seiya was acting. As if on cue, Serena walked up behind Darien. She couldn't watch from outside. She had to be there.
"Seiya, what's this" She asked sniffling.
She was really hurt by him. She felt herself twisting her wedding band.
"It's not what you think" He said to her quickly.
The manager saw what was happening. He wasn't sure if he should call the police or not. Seiya was a major pop star and he was always welcomed at his place. Seiya always paid him a lot to keep the press away. He hurried over to them.
"Mr. Chiba, is there a problem?" He asked slightly nervous.
"Uh, no. Could you give us a minute." Seiya said not paying attention to the man.
"Daddy, I want cake." The little girl chirped.
She was oblivious to the severity of the situation. For the first time, Darien and Serena really paid attention to the child. Serena couldn't take anymore. Seiya closed his eyes. This wasn't suppose to happen. Serena took off her band and threw it at Seiya.
"I hope you have a great life." She yelled at him before running to Darien car.
"I thought you were better than that." Darien said walking away.
He wanted to hit him but he didn't want to here. Not in front of all these people. Another time……
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