Chapter 10: The Night
It was 4:30 pm and Rosalie was finished with her shift, Izumi stayed behind in the classroom until the last parent came into the small preschool to pick up the last child. It was empty. Rosalie was sitting outside the preschool and Izumi came out.
"Good work today, Rosalie. The children really like you!"
"Thank you Izumi. You are a pro! Though I am glad we don't have many kids to take care of."
Izumi giggled as she got her bag. "Fortunately, Fugaku tends to follow the rules ad regulations on how many kids should be in each class." Izumi and Rosalie got out of the classroom, Izumi closed and locked the door. "You know, I heard that you danced at the Uchiha Ball. Shisui said that you danced beautifully."
Rosalie cleared her throat. "He told you that?"
"He sure did. Shisui is quite a blabbermouth." Izumi gave out a small laugh. "Well, I am happy that he is. The Uchiha Clan is a serious clan, not many smile or laugh, Shisui expresses the emotions that many of us lack to express."
"You are also part of the Uchiha Clan Izumi?"
The young female Uchiha nodded. "Yes, there are many of us. Most of the people that work in Uchiha Corp are Uchiha members and there are others that work in the other main office in Japan."
Rosalie was intrigued. "I take it that the Uchiha Clan originated in Japan?"
Izumi nodded. "Yup, you can say it has nobility roots, it is said that they were descended by one of the sons of the first emperor of Japan. The Uchiha Clan were a very powerful clan back in Japan, but when World War II hit, the Uchiha Clan were in decline since many died in the war, especially when the atomic bombs were dropped. Many either died or died with the illness that the bombs inflicted. You could say that the Uchiha Clan lost their power and rank."
"So, how did..."
"Madara's grandparents came to this country. Madara's grandfather went to Harvard University and studied business, he created Uchiha Corp and it was small. Then as the years went by and The Uchihas paired with another former noble family, the Senjus. Both families were born into greatness, but lost everything in the end. They even were enemies, but got out of their petty rivalry and worked together to help each other's companies. The two prevailed and now the companies are prosperous and have influence around the globe." As Izumi was about to continue, to her surprise, she saw Rosalie sitting on a chair looking at her with awe and curiosity. It was as if Rosalie was like a child eager to listen to a bed time story. She was suppressing a giggle.
As for Rosalie, she saw on a chair with such interest. "Wow, the Uchiha Clan is full of history! Hey that means you are also nobility! Cool!"
"I wouldn't say that. Though, I do feel proud of my clan and how they prospered." Izumi motioned Rosalie to follow her to the elevator. "Before I forget, I got a call from Mr. Fugaku, he said to go to his office. He said that he wanted to know on your first day."
"Oh, will do."
The elevator door opened and both entered. Izumi pushed the button to go to the upper level. When the elevator made it to its destination, Rosalie got out, but Izumi stayed behind. "I will see you next week, Rosalie. Good luck." With that the elevator closed once again, leaving Rosalie was left alone.
To her surprise, she saw Fugaku's office opened. She knocked on the open door. "Sir?"
"Yes, come in Rosalie."
When she entered, she saw Fugaku standing, his hands were behind his back, he was looking at window, watching the city beneath him. "I have been told by Izumi that you did well on your first day."
"Yes Mr. Fugaku. I had a great time and the children are wonderful."
It was silent between them. As the young woman was about to speak, Fugaku beat her to it. "I was also told by my son, Itachi that Madara asked you to go with him for dinner."
Rosalie flinched, she also noticed that Fugaku's voice held seriousness. "Uh...yes. Although it is just professional. Mr. Madara stated he wanted to know more of me since I will be working for this company. That is all. Um, should I refuse to go? I don't want it to look unprofessional. I-" She was interrupted.
"You what, Miss. Rosalie?"
Fugaku and Rosalie turned and Madara stood by the entrance, his hands were in his pockets.
"I was just asking Mr. Fugaku about something. I wanted his advice about something."
Madara raised an eyebrow. "It is almost time. I shall wait for you by the elevator. I need to speak with Fugaku very quickly."
Rosalie turned back to Fugaku and nodded, she went out of the office, while the two men were alone.
"Have you gone so low, Madara. Why do you insist on using women?"
"It is as Rosalie said, it is just a professional dinner. That is all."
Fugaku shook his head. "You never take women out for professional purposes. This young woman wants a good career and you will ruin it!"
Madara smirked. "I don't know what you mean. Now, if you shall excuse me, I have a young lady to tend to." As Madara was about to leave, he turned to face Fugaku one more time. "Don't meddle in my affairs, Fugaku. If you play with fire, you might get burned." With that, he left.
Fugaku gave out a long sigh. He never liked Madara, he was filled with such arrogance. On the other hand, he often wondered that if he did not meet Mikoto, he might have ended like Madara. Mikoto was the only daughter of Tajima and Hana Uchiha. She only had brothers and all brothers have lost their way, but not Mikoto, she was different. She always had a smile on her face even in the darkest of times. Fugaku's parents were filled with arrogance and greed and he was raised in such an environment.
Fugaku was not entire lost in it, he also had an older brother, Kagami who always inspired Fugaku to be different to be something what he wanted to be Yet, Kagami died and Fugaku lost his motivation, but when Mikoto came into his life, he found salvation. They married and had their two sons.
He had to admit to himself, Rosalie did exceed his expectations. He did judge her because she was a street dancer, but she was skilled and did have dreams and goals to better herself. Shisui and Itachi told him what Rosali told him and there was more to her than she thought. Fugaku did not want the young woman to become one of Madara's victims. He got his cellphone. "Itachi, they are going out, make sure to keep and eye out."
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Meanwhile...
Rosalie sat silently as Madara drove his Koenigsegg Trevita in the streets of New York, the windows were opened and the cool air hit them both. She did notice that Fugaku was not pleased when he was told that she was going to have dinner with Madara. She did not know why, but now it was too late. They were just going to have dinner and she will go home and that is all.
"Why so silent? Enjoying the view?"
The young woman nodded. "Yes, Mr. Madara, the city is so beautiful, especially in the night. The people seem more lively now than in the day."
"You are right about that. People need to work to survive, the night is the only time for many people to relax Don't you agree?"
She nodded. "So...how was your day? Since you are CEO, it must be tiresome to hold so much responsibilities."
Madara was silent as he drove the car.
Rosalie took a glance at him and saw that Madara looked to be...a bit surprised by her comment and he also looked thoughtful.
"It was fine..I just had a meeting with another family owned company, the Senjus."
The young woman lit up. "Oh! You know, Izumi told me about the Uchiha Clan's history and I must say your family holds so much history! You guys are in history! I know that you guys descended from royalty and nobility, but even though the clan lost so much, the will to never give up is astounding. You must feel proud!"
Madara did not respond, instead he kept on driving.
Rosalie did not say anything. "Did I say something wrong?"
About twenty minutes later, they made it to their destination. Madara got out of the car and then opened the door for Rosalie. "Wow, where are we?"
"We are at the renowned Akimichi Clan Restaurant, the most famous of all New York City. Now, we will have good time here." He then extended his arm.
Rosalie looked at him and then his arm. "It's just professional! That's all!" she thought to herself. She got hold of his arm and was then led by Madara towards the restaurant, many looked at them and many were whispering among themselves.
"This will be interesting..." Rosalie told herself.