Response has been dwindling so far from my other stories, so could it be you all are busy with Pokemon Go too? Or maybe caught up in the many summer animes? I've been watching Orange recently. XD LoL.

My other fics were recently updated, 'Secrets' and 'Fairie Tales' have both been updated in the past couple of weeks. R&R pretty please with NatsuMikan on top and a smattering of RukaRu? XD

xoxo Lexi1989


Previously:

What she didn't see was that Natsume had walked out of her condo with tears in his eyes. He didn't mean to be harsh with his words. He actually meant to say the opposite. That regardless that she had gone and left without a word, he was happy and relieved to see her alive and well. That he wanted them to become the very least, friends. But he couldn't bring himself to say it. He wanted to hear what she had to say but was afraid. Afraid that she would bring back his feelings that were buried.

He couldn't do that to Sumire. He loved Sumire. So he had to do what he had to. He had to move forward.


CHAPTER 6: JEALOUS

Two weeks pass without any untoward incidents. The kickoff of their project went smoothly as expected. Mikan adjusted quickly to her work environment. Being the head of the project in behalf of Li Enterprises, she did what she had been trained to do and more. She was never one to shy away from the challenges that would present themselves when it came to her job. Which was why in as early as two weeks she became an inspiration to the team that she was assigned.

She was initially assigned a team of twelve. Four from the local research department for HIN-TECH, four from production, two from marketing, a legal consultant and a secretary/assistant. Surprisingly, the legal consultant assigned to her was their old classmate, Yuu Tobita, and her secretary ended up to be an old friend from college, Nobara Ibaragi. It certainly made her transition a lot less harder considering she knew some of the people she was working with. And she didn't have as much trouble with the others than she'd expected. It was a well-balanced team, and she felt at ease and confident they could get the job done. Two weeks in and clearly they were on top of things, but that was just in the beginning. The world of marketing was vast and for a project this big, she knew twelve people wouldn't be able to hold the fort down for long.

Mikan fixed her skirt with her free hand as she stepped off the elevator and headed to her corner office. Since this was a high profile project, the whole floor below the penthouse was provided to her and her team's disposal. She had a corner office with a spectacular view of the Tokyo Skyline which was still currently bare except for the essentials. Nobara was situated in a smaller adjacent office, with her own desk and file cabinets. Her office was the frontline upon reaching the end of the hallway from the elevator. Nobara gave her a warm smile when she entered which she returned with her own usual cheerful greeting.

She placed her bag on her desk before walking up to the small kitchen nook she insisted Nobara share with her. She wasn't surprised to see that Nobara had already started a pot of coffee on the machine and she pulled out two cups, bringing the other one to Nobara as they ran through the day's schedule.

"Yuu will brief you in a while about the contract drafts we've made with the partner magazines. Then once that's done, you have a meeting with Hyuuga-sama, Hotaru-sama and Nogi-sama at around 9:30am. You're free after that until 2pm where we have the daily brainstorm meetings with the whole team." Nobara said, her eyes skimming through the events calendar on her computer.

"Great. Hopefully we have more awesome ideas coming from the team today. And we need to get a couple of dedicated social media reps asap. I know HIN-TECH has the connections for the regular media outlets but social media has proven to be quite a handful with my past projects. " She said thoughtfully as she sipped her coffee.

Nobara took down notes as Mikan's ideas came off the top of her head. Ten minutes later she had typed up the outline and all she needed to do was print them and get them on Mikan's desk in preparation for the meeting. It had only been two weeks, but she was already familiar with Mikan's small pet peeves in the office. She didn't really change that much, she was still the hardworking girl Nobara knew back then. They had only been in a few classes together, and she knew Mikan and Natsume had been together in college. She wanted to ask what happened back then but knew it wasn't her place to pry. Based on her observation, Mikan wasn't seeing someone. She was rarely on her cell, and spent extra hours at work. Nobara knew her all too well to see that behind that warm smile, there was a sadness in her eyes, especially when Natsume was around. She could feel the tension between them, unspoken but palpable.


Mikan entered the conference room with her laptop. She was as expected, ten minutes early and spotted only Ruka seated at the table with his laptop in front of him. He looked up as he heard her approach and stood up to greet her.

"Ohayo, Mikan-chan." Being ever the gentleman, he pulled out a chair for her despite her protest.

"You're definitely the embodiment of the phrase 'Chivalry is not dead' Ruka-pyon." Mikan giggled as he blushed with the old nickname that only she could get away with calling him.

"So how's the new team? Are you getting along with everyone?" He asked conversationally as he got back to his seat and wrapped up his work before the meeting started.

"Everyone has been awesome. We have a great team so I'm confident this project will be successful on both sides."

"That's good news! How was your arrival? I'm sorry Hotaru and I weren't able to pick you up. I hope Natsume was at least nice to you. We haven't been able to chat now for awhile." He saw the slight cringe she tried so hard to hide. She looked away from him, trying to hide the blush creeping up her neck and face. They remained silent for a moment before she felt him put a hand on her shoulder. She turned to find him standing next to her with a knowing expression on his face. She knew that whatever happened at her condo that day would remain between just Natsume and herself. She knew Natsume enough that he would not be keen on sharing those details not even to his own best friend.

'Do I still know him?' It was a sobering thought. And with that, it was time for her to toughen up again despite the fact that all she wanted was to curl up in a ball and cry.

"It was fine Ruka." She said brushing off the melancholic vibes and putting on her brightest smile.

"Oh. Okay. If you need someone to talk to, I'm here, 'kay?" He said to her and before she could even thank him in response, they heard someone clear their throat behind them.

Natsume was standing in the doorway with Hotaru following a few steps behind him. The former was looking slightly irritated while the latter had an amused look on her face.

"Let's start this meeting." Natsume said gruffly, giving Ruka a pointed look. Ruka promptly sat down on his seat across from Mikan and next to Hotaru.

"The Tokyo International Technology Fair is coming up in three months. What do you plan to do about it?" The question was one that Mikan prepared for and she deftly answered it with poise and confidence.

"We already have mock ups of our pitches and we're ready to present by tomorrow morning. My research and marketing team have been working really well with the production team and we plan to have the new line of gaming gear to be the highlight for HIN-TECH's exhibit paired with the announcement of the new model of your smartphone line and gaming console's release date."

"Have your team ready by end of day today. We need to make sure you are all prepared."

"We are. You don't have to doubt us in that department." Mikan retorted, narrowing her eyes at Natsume, something nobody has seen her do ever. Hotaru and Ruka deemed it wise to keep their mouths shut as they watched the scene unfold.

"I'm just making sure you're doing what you're paid for."

"You've seen my track record Mr. Hyuuga, I'm sure that speaks for itself."

"Don't get too ahead of yourself Sakura."

"I'm not. I'm just saying that I got here because of how I worked my ass off hard for the past five years." Somehow her statement hit a nerve and he glared at her.

"Make sure your team is prepped and ready to present by 5pm today." And without another word, he closed his laptop and stormed off. Hotaru remained seated along with Ruka and watched as Mikan take her seat and let out a sigh.

"What was that all about?" Hotaru was always quick to get straight to the point.

"I don't know! He's been at me for the past two weeks. He's always pushing deadlines, declining my requests, throwing implicated insults at me, and being…. " She raised her hands up in the air in frustration. The words were escaping her.

"Bitchy?" Hotaru offered.

"Yes. Exactly. Bitchy. Thank you." Mikan's voice was heavy with her exasperation. Natsume had been giving her a hard time in the office whenever they had to talk about business matters. In fact, it was the only thing they talked about. Hotaru would drop by and take her out to lunch whenever she had no business meetings to attend to and Ruka would always smile at her whenever they happened to pass each other in the building, but Natsume would never look her in the eye much more talk to her. He would just walk past her without any indication that he acknowledged her presence. It was becoming frustrating.

"Did anything happen when he picked you up at the airport?" Hotaru asked and Mikan once again cringed.

"Nothing of importance." She replied weakly.

"You know your lying skills have improved, baka, but it hasn't reached the point where you can fool me." She said quietly, observing her friend's anguished expression.

"I just don't want to talk about it."

"What requests did he decline?"

"I requested for expense reimbursements for the research team via email. I also sent him a formal request for approval of a contractor for the sound and media equipment we will be using. I happened across a tech shop downtown that is selling mostly HIN-TECH equipment. What better way to showcase your company by employing a contractor who uses your equipment? But nooooo he had to decline it. For some cockamamie reason he does not want to tell me. I mean, really?" Ruka decided to excuse himself as he had another meeting to attend to and Hotaru decided to stay.

"Which shop?"

"A+ Sound Solutions."

"Ahhhh…" Mikan looked up as she recognized Hotaru's seemingly expression of realization.

"What is it?"

"Were you able to meet with the owner of the shop?"

"No. Chizu from marketing went and scoped out the place. I wanted to inform Natsume about it first and secure approval before talking to the owner. It makes things easier that way, I can make an offer and counter it within budget."

"Send me a copy of the email thread so I can review and possibly approve it. Hyuuga may be the head of the project but I still have veto powers in this." Hotaru said.

"Okay." Mikan visibly cheered up at the prospect of having Hotaru on her side.

"And moving forward copy me in all emails regarding proposals, suggestions, requests and the like. Keep me and Ruka in the loop. And meet me downstairs at 11:30 so we can go to lunch." Hotaru then stood up and waited on Mikan to do the same. They left the conference room and headed back to their respective offices to get their work done for the rest of the morning.


"What the hell are you trying to do Hyuuga?" Natsume looked up to see Hotaru giving him a deathly glare from across his desk.

"My job, Imai. That's what I'm trying to do. But clearly you have the luxury of free time to keep pestering me with stupid questions." He sighed before taking off his computer glasses and glancing up at her. "What do you want?" His tone was heavy with irritation.

"Why are you giving her such a hard time?"

"I'm not. I'm merely making sure our company, the one that we built with our own hard work, is getting our money's worth with what we're paying her."

"So your history with her has nothing to do with you acting like a jealous schoolboy?" She saw him stiffen and knew she had hit a nerve.

"You rejected her proposal for the services of A+ Sound Solutions. Why? Is it because you're afraid she will see him again?"

He recovered and lashed out before she could even speak further.

"I am engaged to be married and frankly Imai, this talk of the past is really getting on my nerves. I've moved on as you clearly know my fiancée who is a major stockholder in our company. You should have thought of that before you made it a requirement for Mikan to spearhead this damn project. The power to decide was taken away from me the moment you, Ruka and Sumire insisted on her being here. I don't want to talk or even think about what happened five years ago. I've moved past it. I'm tired of people pestering me about it. Sumire keeps trying to bring it up in subtle ways that I'm thinking she's thinking I'm that stupid to not notice it. Ruka keeps on asking if I'm talking to her and treating her nice. I've shut down Mikan the day I picked her up at the airport and told her I don't want to hear any of it.. and…" Hotaru interrupted before he could finish.

"So that's what happened that day." He instantly realized that he had let out too much and cursed.

"Fuck." He said as he slumped back down on his chair.

"Whatever happened between the two of you is none of my business. But whatever happens to her, is. She was and still is my best friend, Hyuuga. Didn't you ever think that hearing the truth may at least be some sort of closure rather than having to put up with those questions in your head and being cruel to her here at work?" She crossed her arms

"I'm not being cruel. That's me being a boss. And I told you, I don't want to hear the answers. I'm done with all that shit."

"Fine. If you're really done with it, then just be nice. Act like a professional. You don't have to be friends with her if you don't want to. Just don't reject everything she's suggested which, from my perspective, are actually great ideas. She's gotten far with her hard work. Don't deny her the chance to show us what she's made of." She turned on her heel and left without another word, leaving him to his own thoughts.


Mikan worked like a horse for the rest of the morning. She put all her frustration aside and put her energy into the brunt of her work, fueling her desire to get things done the way she needs them to. She was almost done with her paperwork when a chime on her laptop announced the arrival of an e-mail. She stopped reading the drafts for the presentation this afternoon and checked her inbox. It was from Natsume.


From: HIN-TECHdotcom

To:

Subject: RE: Contractor for Sound/Tech Equipment for TITF

After consideration, I decided to approve this request for a drawing up a contract for A+ Sound Solutions. We can allot a budget of 5000USD for their services including labor, no more, no less. Have Tobita draw up a contract and start negotiations with their enterprise. Include this on your presentation this afternoon.

N


She let out a whoop of victory and quickly got Nobara to get the shop's phone number. Nobara offered to call and patch her in but she insisted she call them herself. She found herself waiting anxiously for an answer a few minutes later.

"A+ Sound Solutions this is Kaname, how may I help you?"

"Hi, Kaname, this is Mikan Sakura calling on behalf of Li Enterprises and HIN-TECH. I'd like to talk to the owner for a business proposal?"

"The owner's not here at the moment but he'll be in around lunch time. Shall I tell him you called?"

"Sure. Or better yet perhaps I can drop by your shop and you can schedule an appointment so I can speak with him face to face?"

"Sure. I'll tell him you called. "

"Thank you!"

"Sure. Just look for me when you come and I'll take you to his office."

"Cool. I'll see you guys soon then."

"Can you give me a callback number as well?" The guy named Kaname asked and she provided it to him before bidding him goodbye and hanging up. She smiled to herself before glancing at her watch and realizing it was only a few minutes till eleven thirty. Hotaru was a stickler for punctuality and she knew she wouldn't be happy if Mikan was late so she hurriedly retrieved her bag and coat from the coat rack and rushed to the elevator.

"Nobara, have Yuu draw up a contract for A+ Sound Solutions and email it to me before 1pm please!" She said as she got into the elevator and pressed the button for the lobby. She got there just in time as Hotaru stepped out from the other elevator. Mikan breathed a sigh of relief.

"So where do you want to go for lunch?"

"I've made reservations at The Great Seafood Bucket. I'm in the mood to eat crabs. My treat." Mikan's eyes widened with the last two words. Even back then, Hotaru Imai was sort of stingy when it comes to money so it was surprising to hear her say she would treat her to a very expensive lunch. She wanted to comment but decided against it, as it may break the chain of good luck she'd been encountering all morning after the disastrous meeting with Natsume.

They took Hotaru's Lamborghini and got to the restaurant in less than ten minutes. They were led to an array of booth style tables in the back part of the restaurant, the VIP section since Hotaru had a VIP Card.

Mikan's phone rang as she took her seat, and she put on her Bluetooth headset so she could answer the call instead of straining to press the phone in her ear while Hotaru ordered for the both of them. It was an unknown number.

"This is Sakura, Mikan." She answered in a professional tone.

"Mikan-chan?" A familiar male voice asked from the other end.

"Who is this?" Only a handful of people called her that back in college. And the only people who knew she was back were in the office or her close friends that she'd already seen and their numbers were already saved on her phone. She was too preoccupied wondering who the caller was that she failed to notice Natsume and Sumire enter the VIP area of the restaurant. A waiter was guiding the couple to a table across from theirs when Sumire saw them.

"This is Tsubasa Andou! From Alice University. Do you still remember me?" It took her a few seconds to recognize his voice after his introduction.

"Tsubasa-Senpai!" Her voice rang out loud across the VIP section that it made both Sumire and Natsume look in their direction. Sumire didn't miss the fleeting expression on Natsume's face when he heard the name that Mikan uttered. Neither did Hotaru but she held back the urge to express her glee at this unexpected outcome.

"I'm glad you still remember me Mikan-chan. How have you been? I heard you're back in Japan." His relief was clearly expressed over the phone line.

"I'm good! And yes, I'm back. How did you get my number?" Mikan blushed as she recalled her suitor back in college. She had just started to date Natsume at that time when Tsubasa, her upperclassman, confessed his feelings for her. She had eventually rejected him though they had remained good friends afterwards.

"My associate Kaname, gave me this number saying you called. I'm really glad you did. I'm the owner of A+ Sound Solutions."

"Is that Tsubasa Andou?" Hotaru asked before Mikan could respond to him and she only nodded. She gawked as Hotaru grabbed the phone from her hand and asked for her Bluetooth earpiece.

"Andou, this is Hotaru Imai from HIN-TECH. We have a business proposition for A+ Sound Solutions. Are you free at this time?" Mikan could only watch soundlessly as Hotaru seemingly transitioned the conversation to business.

"We're at The Great Seafood Bucket. You know where that is right? If you don't you can Google the address. We expect you'll be here in ten minutes so we can discuss this over lunch. Mikan's paying of course. Just give the maitre'd my name and they'll lead you to our table. Ja ne!" She hung up before Tsubasa could say another word and turned towards the couple in the next booth.

"Looks like this will become a business lunch. Why don't you two join us and I'll call Ruka over so we're complete?" Her eyes met Natsume's and a staring (more like glaring) match occurred. She was curious as to how this turn of events will play out.

"I don't see the harm. Come on hon." Sumire's words hung in the air and broke the staring (glaring) match between Hotaru and Natsume. Mikan appeared to be surprised to see them both in the same restaurant and nod silently as Hotaru called the waiter to ask for a transfer to a private room so they could discuss business once Tsubasa and Ruka arrived.

Ruka arrived a few minutes later and so did Tsubasa. He looked more handsome than Mikan remembered and she blushed as he took the vacant seat next to her. They were at a large round table, for six. Hotaru was seated on her left with Ruka next to her followed by Natsume then Sumire. Tsubasa took the seat on her right, placing himself in between her and Sumire. Introductions were scarce as they all knew each other in college.

The atmosphere at the table was slightly full of tension. Natsume would not look at her but seemed to be glaring at Tsubasa. Hotaru had a slightly upward twitch on her lips and Ruka tried (although awkwardly) to ease the tension at the table. Mikan remained oblivious to Natsume's hostility towards her. She maintained the cool and confident persona she had mastered during her time in Hong Kong.

Since Nobara had e-mailed the contract drafted by Yuu , Hotaru let Mikan do all the talking, watching her in action as she charmingly negotiated with Tsubasa on their contract and successfully landing it within the proposed budget.

They congratulated Mikan on her first contract negotiation and ordered champagne to celebrate the occasion. Only Natsume remained stoic and silent as he witnessed the scene unfold before him. His passiveness was not new to them, but everyone except Mikan and Tsubasa knew something was wrong with him, though they didn't dare to comment about it. Even Sumire, detected it, but said nothing. As the lunch hour ended, Hotaru cleverly handed the bill to Mikan, who looked quite confused since Hotaru had stated it was going to be her treat.

"Didn't you say you were going to treat me?" Mikan pouted which made Ruka and Tsubasa laugh.

"Well, I would have if it were only the two of us. But since this turned out to be a business meeting, for your contract proposal which Natsume approved, this becomes your responsibility. Just put it under expenses and submit it for the expense report reimbursement form."

"Mou, so unfair, Hotaru." Mikan said as she took out her credit card and charged it to her account.

"Mikan-chan, could I talk to you for a bit after this?" Tsubasa's voice was low but heard across the table. Natsume narrowed his eyes and clenched his fists yet did and said nothing.

"I need to go, I have a business meeting at 1:30" Hotaru declared, standing up abruptly.

"Uhmm, we took Hotaru's car here, so if you don't mind driving me back to the office, I can spare a few minutes." Mikan said with her usual charming smile.

"I'd be honored. We can head on to the shop so we can also discuss the equipment needs you have and specifics to add to the contract." Tsubasa stood up and assisted Mikan out of her chair.

"I have to go now too. See you at the office Mikan-chan, Natsume, Sumire." Ruka stood up and accompanied Hotaru to the valet to retrieve their respective cars. That left both Natsume and Sumire alone with Tsubasa and Mikan. The tension level in the room rose exponentially.

"Thank you for the lunch, Sakura-san. And as a major stockholder in the company, I appreciate your efforts in this venture we have with your company. Gannbatte!" She said cheerfully while her fiancée stood at her side saying nothing.

"My pleasure, Shouda-san." She bowed respectfully to the couple before leaving with Tsubasa. He offered her his arm which she accepted and they walked out the door leaving the engaged couple whose eyes were on them.


NATSUME

I didn't know they would be here. But the moment we stepped in to the VIP Area, I spotted her. I don't know why my eyes seem to lock in on her everytime she and I are in the same room. Force of habit probably. Sumire insisted we eat here for lunch today. I glance at her from the corner of my eyes and surprisingly, I find my eyes meeting hers. I can see she is concerned. And I squeeze her dainty hand that's wrapped tightly in mine for reassurance.

We're led to a table across from theirs. Imai has acknowledged our presence with a nod, seemingly busying herself with choosing from the vast array of the restaurant's menu instead of greeting us while Mikan appears to be engaged in a conversation on her phone.

"Tsubasa-Senpai!" Hearing her say his name makes me want to punch someone, preferably him. Even up to now, just hearing his name makes my blood boil. I compose myself, reminded of the fact that I'd approved her contract with his business. A+ Sound Solutions was in fact a great company. And I know I shouldn't let my personal opinion of its owner affect business. Imai's words rang in my head

"You rejected her proposal for the services of A+ Sound Solutions. Why? Is it because you're afraid she will see him again?"

"Fine. If you're really done with it, then just be nice. Act like a professional. You don't have to be friends with her if you don't want to. Just don't reject everything she's suggested which, from my perspective, are actually great ideas. She's gotten far with her hard work. Don't deny her the chance to show us what she's made of.

Those words made me rethink my decision and I sent her an email stating that I approved the contract. He shouldn't matter. This shouldn't be an issue to me. So why am I getting so worked up? I swallow back the urge to punch him as he walks through the door. As he sits next to her. As she smiles and talks to him without a care in the world. While I sit here and contemplate in mental anguish. She eventually seals the deal and they all congratulate her. I want to be a sport about it. But deep inside I just can't. Which makes it all the more excruciating to be working with her on a daily basis. But I knew I had to try.

If I really am okay with all of this, I had to try.

"Mikan-chan, could I talk to you for a bit after this?" I couldn't help but narrow my eyes at him. He who was one of my rivals back then. I really am not okay with this. This struggle is all happening inside my head. And I desperately want to stop it. This is madness. I shouldn't be affected at all with this.

Imai and Ruka left, leaving me and Sumire with Mikan and Tsubasa. I want to say something. I want to reassert my place. My authority over her. But all the reasons I could think of were nowhere near objective. They were most definitely unreasonable. Selfish. So I'm left with no other option. I stay silent.

"Thank you for the lunch, Sakura-san. And as a major stockholder in the company, I appreciate your efforts in this venture we have with your company. Gannbatte!" Sumire's words break through my bubble of reverie and I lift my head just in time to watch the two leave, arm in arm.

I don't know why I'm feeling this way. I know it's definitely wrong. I shouldn't be feeling like this. I have this beautiful woman by my side and that I love. But I'm suddenly green with envy.

END OF CHAPTER 6


Looks like the struggle is real for Natsume. Can he really move forward or does he need closure from the past? Or maybe he doesn't need closure at all but something else entirely?

Also looks like Sumire is on to him somehow. Will she confront him about it? Or will she play clueless and let him figure it out on his own?

Does Natsume still love Mikan? Or is it just her sudden reappearance and interaction in his daily life bring back nostalgic memories?

Tsubasa is back in Mikan's life. Will he be the one to finally make her forget about Natsume?

Who will end up with who?

Stay tuned to find out!


newroz – thank you my dear! After almost two weeks I was finally able to get my draft polished and updated lol. And more tearful moments are expected so keep your tissues nearby!

bukspiks – Definitely! But will they end up together in this fic? Let's stay tuned to find out! And yes, his behavior is definitely reasonable given the circumstances. Still doesn't make it easier for our hearts and tearducts though T_T

Derp1Derp2 – Well, there's this thing called word of honor. Natsume really loves Sumire here. She's been there for him when he was at his lowest and he's already betrothed to her. He doesn't want to hurt her. But can he do it? We all know that in love, somebody has to get hurt. So the good question is who will get hurt in this fic?

Guest – Your review definitely made me happy. And yes, most plotlines are overused, it's hard to come up with an original these days with all of the films and novels being released, there's always something to compare to, and I'm glad I was able to make this one stand out for you guys, despite my long in between updates. Thank you so much for the review! :* I hope u let yourself be known in the next review so I can thank you properly ;)

Anilissa – True. There are a lot of reasons why we don't reveal our true feelings. Could be the fear of rejection, pride, fear of change, etc. Mikan was about to at least apologize for her behavior but looks like Natsume isn't having any of it. Though he is acting all bitchy towards Mikan, sort of like a defense mechanism I guess? LoL. And as for the regrets, we'll expound more on that once we get to the jucier side of the fic so stay tuned!

loveisfun – hey loveisfun! Yeah it's been awhile since I've heard from you! Okaeri! And I hope you enjoy the update and all the other stories you've yet to read from my list. Thank you for the review and happy reading!

YoNaMe – Well, that is the point. I'm sorta glad that I was able to relay the feeling of frustration from the previous chapter. I hope this chapter does the same ;) though I am sorry for making you feel frustrated though. That is never a nice feeling to have.

LadyMonroe – Hey LadyMonroe! We all don't want him to move forward. NatsuMikan forever! Haha. But let's see how this plays out since he appears to be struggling with his feelings now. ;)

HaCel – You can definitely rest assured that I am veering away from the movie's storyline. I don't want to copy off the work of another and that plotline (though very intriguing at the time of release, was very good) but I have different plans for this story. I did get the idea for this fic from Toni Gonzaga's song though since I absolutely adore her version. :)

pennYnnep – expect more pointy things to poke your heart for this fic my dear. There definitely will be more of those to come lol.. And yeah apparently he does love Sumire. XD


So I was finally able to update. And again my sincerest apologies for taking awhile. I've been swamped with reports with my new role on the job and my nose is bleeding from all these formulas and numbers. Rest assured none of these stories will get abandoned! Thank you for your support minna-san!

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