A/N: Hi guys! This is my second attempt in chapter 11. Oh my god the first one has been corrupted so I can't really say that I will remember everything what I've written. So yes... I'll try my best to give you a very wonderful and full of angst-slash-pain-and-oh my god what the even am I writing to be honest? I may be implying 'some' friendship tensions between the ex-fiance and Akashi but don't fret. They're only friends. Nothing more than that will happen. Maybe? Idk if I like to but Kuroko is hwgsjsbekdkdsod NO! you dont need to suffer anymore. Your 'happiness' will come. Only one more chapter and you can be happy AF I swear my baby darling vanilla milkshake baby hehshsiebsis /orz cries in a river and fills bucket of tears and river water

I've attempted comedy but I don't have the magic in me~

This fic will be very VERY long. I promise. No more cutting this by half. I promise. I want this to be a very assshit long because I want to try a chapter with 7k or more. Hahahaha...fvck me..

Also... This is unbetad so if you could see anything, grammar errors, misspelled words, alterations, and such so please don't mind. My betaer is busy so I wouldn't want to burden her with my fix.

Sugi and Yu. Let me just say that you two are my favorite readers of this fic. Thank you so much for supporting me. My crazy antics and tears about akakuro. You guys are the best. Thank you and god bless my soul. I don't know if I can take your death threats.

A little reminder about this story general legends:

Normal - Kuroko's POV

Italicized - Akashi's POV

Normal Bold - Foreign languages that I'll write in English. I don't want to use those search engine's translators because I know it's not that accurate and I don't trust them. Unless I know the translation by heart. Lmao

"*" - a flashback

So...enjoy~

Tokyo District, Emperor Estate Building. Sunday, 19:00 P.M

Akashi Seijuurou was leaning in the balcony, a glass containing a colored liquid while enjoying the scenery of Tokyo's. It's gleaming lights coming from other buildings; red, white, yellow, blue, purple, green. It is a wonderful sight indeed. The young Akashi heir had been forced to attend this stupid gathering which his father arranged. A gathering of business tycoon in the entire Japan (of course being the biggest contributor in the country, the Akashis shouldn't be absent in this event). And this was also another welcome party for the newly arrived Akashi Masaomi after successfully enclosing the deal with his "long-time friend", Seo Jung Kwook which is also the father of Seijuurou's ex-fiancé: Seo Eun Hae.

Although the quiet atmosphere is a soothing sight, he still couldn't believe what had transpired between Kuroko and that Enaka Kuzue writer last Friday.

After Kuroko revealing the real truth about the birth behind Seiji, the relationship of the bastard author and of course the real reason why Kuroko left him. Their crazy and outrageous cat fight before the bluenette woman snapped. Attacking her with Akashi's continuous questions. A mixed of anger, pain, regret and sorrow is what the redhead heir felt.

There's nothing I could do.

I wanted to hold her, share her burden but how could I? When she was the one who've abandon me in the first place.

He wanted to be mad at Kuroko. He wanted to do something terrible to the Enaka Kuzue which Akashi now know the true name is Akane Setsuna. But he knew Tetsumi would never allow that. She was too good of a person. Despite being the one who's hurt badly and deeply. He took a sip of the drink from his hands. Trying if that will subdue the frustrations he's having. Even if it's only just a while. When he heard a voice.

"You're not having fun, Seijuurou-san?" Says a woman. Her beautiful golden curls flowing. She was wearing a haltered velvet violet night dress. The sequins and glitters of her dress compliments the colour of her porcelain skin. She was the epitome of the galaxy with a violet hue for the nebula. Akashi smiled. Seo Eun Hae is majestically beautiful.

"Eun Hae," the redhead heir said her name. The woman, Eun Hae, chuckled as gets closer to where Akashi is. Thanking him for the compliment. "I must say Seijuurou-san is handsome as well. The tailcoat looks perfect in you. You are very handsome looking, Seijuurou." A drink in her hand, the two of them clank each other's glass. Celebrating in behalf of the fathers whom busied themselves with the guest inside the venue. The two prefer a quiet place, choosing the balcony as the wisest. Both of them sipped their drink. Despite Eun Hae being two years younger than Seijuurou (legal age), hers was a non-alcoholic drink. She had said to the Akashi heir that she will only drink sake or any of those liquid unless she was already 'married'. And that thought was a still far from her grasp being the man he loves is how many miles away from her.

"Cliché much right?" She whined to Akashi. The redhead shook his head saying that it wasn't that boring nor cheesy. In fact, he was jealous. She can proudly say that in front of everyone without being embarrassed or not being too prideful. Akashi can't do that. He yearned for it to do it but cannot.

Not until he could escape from his father's shadow.

...

Silence falls. Both of them continued from sipping their drinks. "So..." Eun Hae cooed, putting the empty glass in the nearest flat surface her eyes fell. "How did the date go?" It was that question that Akashi is trying to avoid. He knew that Eun Hae is a trustworthy person but there is still that one nagging sensation that she shouldn't be trusted. Will telling her about what happened make me feel less miserable? Does this kind of conversations, really necessary? He wasn't sure since Akashi never had a close girl friend. Aside from the pink haired ex-manager and now real life lover of Aomine Daiki, Momoi Satsuki. And for once, all they did talked about was basketball and practices.

How could Akashi be knowing this trivial things?! He's not a girl to be exact!

Eun Hae could see the frustration forming in Akashi's forehead, she panicked.

"Oh My God. I-its's alright if you don't want to talk about. It was rude of me. I know talking about the woman you loved is private and it will kept be private but I just...

Well... Since you and I are... Friends. Right?"

Friends. Are we and Eun Hae supposed to be friends? Akashi isn't really good with this stuffs. Friendship. He didn't even know if the Generation of Miracles and him are in any that kind of relationship. Are they really friends? Super close friends?

Do they mind me being a son of the most powerful businessman in Japan?

Or are they only friends with me because of my power and money?

At the sight of Eun Hae fidgeting and circling with her index fingers. It was cute. Not that 'cute' cute but 'cute as friends' cute. Akashi isn't worthy for the blonde woman.

"You are doing a girl thing, Eun Hae-san." Akashi deadpans. The Korean blonde startled, stopping what she was doing. "Jeez! You almost gave me a heart attack! I'm calling the security for startling me!" Screamed Eun Hae making Akashi grinned. There was no point in mocking and pitying myself. I trust Eun Hae. And there is no way she will betray me. Akashi says in his mind. Eun Hae was fixing herself, seeing the redhead smiling at her. "Seijuurou-san?"

And he told everything what happened.

* The area was crowded. There was just too many people gathered in such a tiny event for such a newly renounced author. Is this author even good to have these MANY supporters?

Okay back to the problem at hand...

He was been separated from the two Kurokos after something (?) happened. He wasn't sure what but he could have swear that Tetsumi and Seiji were already in the table for signing the book. Then this...occurred. What the hell? He needs to get back to the Kurokos. Who knows what will happen. He shouldn't been scanning the book: Finding love at Kyoto station. The book in which he bought. Another work from the Enaka Kuzue. Skimming through the pages, he snorted. He remembered something like this from a shoujo manga he had 'accidentally' read due to his upperclassman's influence saying that he needs to get a life. And by life meaning, he needs to know what girls fantasize.

As if Kuroko is reading these kind of books.

Does she?

Akashi then tried to squeezed himself into the crowd. Hoping to find any bluenette or a redhead child but no luck. It was getting bigger and bigger making Akashi frustrate. Where are Tetsumi and Seiji? Suddenly, he could hear gossips. He doesn't want to listen but with the situation at hand, he didn't have a choice.

"The woman with a child. It seems they know Enaka-san in real life." Says a petite woman. Akashi believes that she was in her thirties or something but he was beginning to be interested in the conversation whatsoever. A woman with a child, Akashi thought to himself. They could be Tetsumi and Seiji. "I know... Why are they calling Enaka-san as 'Akane-senpai?' Maybe she was an ex-lover of the author. Oh my gosh this is gonna be a big scoop but I wonder why the woman is sober. Like she was scared?" Another woman with the same age as the other one though, she, was more younger looking than the other. He needed to listen. He needs to hear more. There was a pang in his chest. He didn't know why but he was bothered about that.

"What was the woman look like?" Asked woman number one. "Oh she is a pretty woman. Blue locks of hair and her eyes is crystal azure. And he was carrying a child. He has red hair and blue eyes. I'm assuming that it's her child but the features looks exactly like Enaka-san. Could the kid be a secret child in which he didn't know?"

And Akashi left.

He was boiling with rage. He wanted to scream. "Move aside!" Akashi shouted at the crowd of people. Didn't care if he'll be in the headlines. Didn't care if he could hurt people. All he wanted was to be at her side. He needs to feel her. To touch her. To know that he will be there and he will never make the same mistake. And. He will never let her go. Not anymore.

The crowd of people were silent but nevertheless gave the Akashi heir space he needed to be in the signing booth. He started walking. As the sound of his shoes stomping on the floor, people started whispering. Announcing the presence of the only heir of the Akashi Conglomerate. Some were frightened, others are even scared to look the redhead heir in the eyes. As every contact he makes, people distanced themselves away even more from Akashi.

He kept on walking and walking until he could he see from his peripheral view a shade of blue and... Red?

Why is there another red aside from Seiji?

"Tetsumi!" Running to her side. The bluenette heard him called her name and is relieved to see her but she's crying. Wait why is Tetsumi crying? She was clutching Seiji tight, scared that he might go somewhere. "A-Akashi-kun..." She sobs while she said his name. Seiji was...crying? This is the first time the redhead saw him with such an expression. "Mama. Mama. Don't cry Mama. *sniffs* Mama. Mama. Mama." Akashi went to her side, smoothening her hair. He knelt to her side and carried Seiji. "Seiji do not cry." He said, wiping the tears of his face. He could hear the child's low sobs and sniffs. "Demo...*sniffs*...Mama is...*sniffs*" He shushed little Kuroko, telling that everything will be okay. His mother will be all right. He wished he could say that to himself as well. But-

"Who is this guy, Kuroneko-chan?" That voice makes his blood boil again. He didn't know whom the person is but there is a possibility that he 'might' be the one. The one that Kuroko wanted to erase from her memory.

Studying his features, he had red hair, the same hue color as his, ruby-colored orbs shining as light radiate. His body was thinner than Akashis. A little taller than the Akashi heir. There wasn't anything special about him other than being a famous author. In authority, Akashi is still powerful and more influential than him.

So why is this man...related to Kuroko. Who was he? And why does she call Tetsumi "Kuroneko-chan?" Unless his suspicion is right?

"Tetsumi...is this the man?" All Kuroko could reply was another sob. I was right. He is the father. The father of Seiji. "Akashi-kun let's go. I want to leave." Kuroko pulling the arm of the redhead heir. She was already a wreck. All the people are aware of their presence, each of them making whisperings and gossips. She was not alright with this atmosphere. He knew her. It was making her nervous. "Please..." Kuroko pleaded. He couldn't refuse her. Calming himself, Akashi nodded, leading the way towards the exit.

"Wait Kuroneko-chan! You didn't answer my question!"

"Akashi-kun don't. Leave him be."

"Is Seiji my... Is Seiji my!"

"He is not..."

"I can see it from your eyes. You're lying, Kuroneko-chan. Seiji IS my chi-"

"I will never! You'll never be part of his life!"

How could you say that right now when YOU'RE the one who've left. Without a word!"

"I...I was... You know I was scared of the responsibility! I didn't want it right now. I still have a dream!"

"Yeah well... I have good news for you Akane-senpai. You RUINED my life. My dream and ambitions were shattered. But I am still thankful for you in giving me Seiji but there is in no way that I will introduce him to you. No matter how much you beg!

Let's go Akashi-kun."

"Kuroko Tetsumi!"

The ride home was quiet. No one spoke. Even Akashi's driver was quiet. Kuroko was patting the head of Seiji after crying so much. He fell asleep through the ride. Her eyes were sore red. Akashi wanted to say something but chose to shut his mouth. If this is not the right time, then he respects her silent treatment. She was humming... A lullaby for Seiji not to cry anymore and ensure that everything is okay. "Mama..." Seiji mumbles in his sleep. She cooed him, continuing with her singing. It was soothing in the ears, Akashi must admit.

"I was a fool. Why didn't I double check his background. I've caused a scene. Caused you a very embarrassing exposure. I'm sorry Akashi-kun." Tetsumi apologized but not looking at the redhead. She couldn't face him after what happened. Akashi on the other hand shook his head. "Tetsumi. It's alright. I wasn't hurt. I can't say the same to you. Are you alright?"

"No." Kuroko moaned. "After so many years, he decided to show up. I can't believe we will be meeting like that. There were so many people. They will think of me as a disgusting woman. A whore to be exact." Kuroko wailed. Covering her face with his hands. Sobs can be heard. She also added that she will be the center of today's news with her together with Akashi.

"Kuroko please stop crying. You know I do not like it when you're depressed. Please... You might wake up Seiji." He also assured the bluenette that there will not be in any news programs as if on cue, he glanced at Takeda. The driver nodded. He knew what to do. If to assure her safety and the paparazzi, he's willing to use his family's influence to block the media. Just to make Tetsumi at ease. The never ending sacrifices he's willing to do for her. If only she could reciprocate his feelings back.

The car stopped. Announcing that they've arrived at the Kuroko Residence yet the bluenette didn't want leave yet. "I-i'm sorry Akashi-kun." Wiping her tears. She thanked Akashi for taking him home. She opened the car door before she was stop by the redhead's arm on hers. "Akashi-kun?" Even he, himself was startled. What am I doing? "I... I apologized." He said. Kuroko shrugged giving him a fake weak smile. "Thank you again for the time, Akashi-kun. Goodnight." She added then left the car.

He still couldn't understand why did he stopped her from leaving. What did he wanted to say?

The child needs to meet his father too. Give him a chance to be a father to him. If-

No! What was he saying? Do I want him to be with her again? Am I willing to give her up?

No! She didn't want her in their lives anymore. So why can't I?

I adore Tetsumi. I love her.

I love Kuroko Tetsumi.

Yet him and that man had a 'past'. A past in which he wasn't in it.

Akashi didn't want that. He fished out his phone. Searching through the contacts until he dropped by on "Tetsumi." Putting it in his ears. Ring... Ring... Ring... Ring... Please pick up. Ring... Then.

"Akashi-kun?" Said Kuroko in the other line. "Tomorrow. At eleven o'clock in the morning. Meet me at the coffee shop. Same shop we had our first date. I'll be waiting. Goodnight."

Saturday came and Seijuurou was already seated near the window. He was wearing clothes- normal ones. He even did bought the whole cafe to himself asking the owner and staff to never let anyone step inside the vicinity except for his Tetsumi. The chime of the door rattles and appeared Tetsumi. She was wearing a summer dress with bright colors, bow-styled mint wedge and a sling bag and to top of it all was she was wrapped around in grey cashmere long coat. It was still cold for the bluenette to wear something like that but he couldn't care less.

He needs the truth.

And the only thing to do was for Akashi to know from her lips.

He gestured Kuroko to sit. Her still didn't know why she was been called. "Akashi-kun what is the meaning of this? Did you reserved the entire building just for us?" She asked, as if she was in a hurry to leave. Don't... Akashi says in his mind. If you leave now, I don't know if there would still be a chance that we will be together again. "I need to know..." Mumbling to himself making the Kuroko ehhed. "Tell me everything when you left me four years ago."

"I can't believe this," Kuroko exasperated, her heels stomped, stood up from her seat. "We are not getting this convers-" not letting her continue, Akashi slammed his fist in the table. "There is a possibility that you and him will come in terms and try again in your relationship. And where would that lead me?!

Kuroko I've waited four years. I wasn't even sure if the upcoming years, I would get to see you again. Are you still single? Or are you even still in Japan? God knows how long I've waited. I know I've said I will wait for you for how long but my father, you know my father cares about the business more than my happiness. I might be even betrothed to another woman other than you!

I do not want that. I only want you. You are the only one for me. Being tied up into another woman whom I don't even love makes my inside twist. So before that happens. I pray to all those Gods that it wouldn't, to tell me everything what happened four years ago."

...

Akashi was waiting. Why aren't you answering?!

"For heaven's sake say something!"

He could hear sniffing sounds. Before the bluenette said something. "What do you want me to say?" Now both of them were raising their voices. He could see from the corner of his eyes, were the employees, cowering from fear. Not that he can blame them. "For one, tell me the whole truth."

"Fine!" Said Kuroko. Tears flown in her eyes. Furious but sober. "This has happened two months before I went missing. I was going to Akane-senpai's house. He told me that he'll help me in revising my term paper since it's already midnight in Kagami-kun's place, I decided to seek help from him and he said yes. He texted me saying that he was in a bar together with a friend of his so I went there to get him but I didn't realized he was already wasted.

Both of them were and they're spouting incoherent words no human being could understand. He forced me to drink some...vile liquid which I can't even seem to swallow, spitting the contents outside my throat. It was horrible! He made me drink alcohol. Never in my life did I allow myself to drink those. Even, you, yourself didn't make do something that I do not like. Even the management of the establishment were tired in hearing them bickering and asked me to take them home. I've borrowed his friend's phone to call someone from his relative to fetch him while I took the liberty of taking Akane-senpai home." Kuroko was speaking nonstop. Continuing on with her story. "He smelled too much of alcohol and tequila and sake. Mixed alcohol drinks that makes me want to vomit! The ride was uncomfortable and I can't stand being an inch near drunkards. We were almost near his apartment then did I felt getting dizzy. I only drank a small portion but it still had me. The alcohol was having its effect on me and I was hallucinating, seeing Akane-senpai was Akashi-kun. I tried to stay sane because I know he wasn't Akashi-kun."

At that part, she was holding herself. The memories suddenly came back from her as she fortold the events on that night. "I called your name while I stare at Akane-senpai and he did the same calling me by another female's name. We started kissing each other."

"Morning came did I realized that I was naked and covered in sheet and Akane-senpai was right beside me. Naked. It was...frightening and I was...stupefied on what happened last night. I kissed Akane-senpai. Made love with him while we were both been influenced by alcohol and sexual desires! I cried, didn't know what to do so I fixed myself and left his house. You've called and texted me, asking my whereabouts but I was afraid you might see the façade. The last thing I want was for YOU to hate me.

I attended classes like normal, have dates with you on a regular basis, pretending that everything was still okay and that none of that had ever happened. Tried to distract myself with homeworks and school stuffs, avoiding Akane-senpai as possible. If he can't remember then it was fine.

Days passed by and I wasn't myself anymore. My grades dropped, I wasn't eating properly and my teachers were disappointed when I try to pass my homework after the due date. Even my colleagues were worried, saying I was getting paler and paler. I thought this was the work of overstress with university but I was wrong.

Two months has passed and the weirdness I'm feeling was getting worse. I always get morning sickness, my monthly period didn't came and I panicked because the signs were showing. There was something that I'm feeling inside my stomach. I hurried towards the drugstore nd bought myself a pregnancy stick. Akashi-kun texted me if I was alright, adding that you will check up on me at my home. Of course with the course of my situation, I ignored you. Hoping you'll postpone your visit. There was a pang of fear in my heart. What if it's positive? I was horrified at the results. It was positive.

I am carrying the child of Akane-senpai." Tetsumi was crying even more. Akashi doubting himself, if he should tell to the bluenette to stopped her from telling him the dark past. Hearing her says that she was drunk and called that "Akane" guy as Akashi was already a big blow for the redhead heir, hurting his pride. "I...Tetsumi... I understand. No need to continue-" but he was confronted by her loud "No!" Making him to not argue with a crying woman while she's speaking.

Alright. Continue then.

"I was alone, with no one to tell except for Kagami-kun saying that he wants to punch Akane-senpai's face but I told not to. Both of us, me and Akane-senpai were at fault. But my biggest sin was to lie. And I-I gave my whole being to someone whom I do not love. I betrayed you and your undying love, Seijuurou. I am not capable of being by your side. A tainted woman like myself, unloyal to her partner. I'm not fit to be your lover, Seijuurou. The man himself should know about this. Gathering my courage back, I went to his house again. I swear I would never step foot in here again but it was an emergency. I knocked, he opened the door, letting me inside. I didn't waste any more time and told him the truth."

"And did you know what he said? He.. He said that 'It's not his child.' He was frightened, saying that I was making up with some story. He didn't believe! I told him for how many times that he WAS the father of the child I'm bearing but he was the god of denials. Slammed the door shut in my face. I wasn't going to give up, my child needs support. I was only nineteen, without parents, no financial inheritance. How could my baby live in this world?! Kagami-kun lend me some money but I can't always depend of him, I need to stand up for myself!

When I went to his house again, hoping that he'll change his mind as horror struck me, he left, went out of a country and I was alone. With his baby in my womb."

After the long confession the bluenette made, neither him nor Kuroko dare to say something. The rest of the story was from Kise's view. Kagami forcing the bluenette to tell the least unimportant person which is Kise. He gave her support and was there while Akashi weren't part of her life. Gave her the necessary things for her while she was pregnant. Also paid for her university while the blonde was the one who took care of the toddler Seiji. Graduated after 2 years with a degree of Creative Writing and is now having a stable job as a sensei in a kindergarten.

He wanted to say something. Anything! Why did his tongue chose this right moment to stop himself from uttering a word to Kuroko. Congratulations, Akashi. He thought. Fighting desperately in trying to make a sound to come from his mouth but this was the moment that the bluenette woman stood up (no interruptions whatsoever) bowing her head and left the coffee shop. *

The Korean blonde stupefied. Not sure if the redhead was waiting for her explosion of questions for Akashi to be answered or her long '"I'm putting my foot down and tell what I think" reply when she heaved a deep sigh. It wasn't what I had in my mind but I guess it's all right rather hearing a woman in her "nagging" mode. Honestly, why do women has a reply to everything people, men to be precise, they threw (arguments, problems, you name it) at them?

"Dear God... I don't...please let me think about what to say for a minute." Eun Hae says, picking herself up then. "Seijuurou-san, you're really a very very lucky man. I am saying the truth. From the way you describe Kuroko-san, that was her name, am I right? She really do and is still in love with you. I am just not sure if she still has the courage to and will to forgive herself from a sin in which she wasn't aware of doing." She says, her words echoes through the dark misty breeze. The redhead knew that she was telling to brighten his mood and she succeeded. Akashi nodded, of course he knew that Tetsumi is in the influence of alcoholic drink but the fact remains that he, Akashi, wasn't the one who had been the 'first'. Every man wants to be the first in their woman's.

"What would you choose? Your pride or Kuroko-san?" Do I need an answer to that?! "Tetsumi of course." Akashi said matter-of-fact tone. Eun Hae threw her hands in the sky, thanking the sky for "I thank you for making Seijuurou-san realize that too much pride could destroy his choices that he will regrets for the rest of his life!" Making Akashi a slight offended glaring at her, "Oi!". The both of them stare at each other then grinned and started laughing. A friendly and classy laugh.

The wind was getting colder, deciding that it was time to get back inside, warm themselves with hot warm drinks. He noticed Eun Hae hugging herselves with her hands, her breath excretes smoke. Being the gentleman that he is, Akashi has taken off his coat, draping it towards the blonde Korean's shoulders. A deep blues of red formed in her cheeks, stuttering as she offers her gratitude to the redhead. Both of them walked towards the hall of their 'family'.

Two days since the party, Akashi was back from his 'original' schedule: work, shogi, home, work, shogi, work. Everything was the same-old, same-routine. The redhead busied himself with paperwork if he didn't have any shogi competitions to attend to. Takeda, as always, is bringing young Akashi his favorite tea whenever he was at his study room. Working his ass on the business that one day he will inherit.

Someone knocked at his door, waiting for his response, the redhead asked if what was it. "Master Akashi-dono summons the young master, saying that he wants him to join to dinner." The maid outside the door reluctantly announced. Her voice squeaked with fear. He sighs, removing his reading glasses and says that he'll come down in a minute. The sound of retreating shoes, he knew the maid understood and left.

Finally, Akashi stopped and stood, entering his closest chamber. Putting on clothes. Occasions on which he only wear very 'appropriate' in the Senior Akashi's eyes. Seeing that he was already clothed properly the redhead left his study room going to the dining hall. Akashi senior Masaomi is already seated, slicing a portion of meat in his plate. Didn't gave a single look towards Akashi, he ordered the said man to sit, eat his dinner. He nodded and as he was assued by the maidservants to an empty opposite at Masaomi.

"Congratulations on the successful deal with Eun Hae's father." Seijuurou says. Masaomi continued to devour his food, caring if he wanted to reply on his son or not. Their dinner were always quiet. Seijuurou was already used to this setup whenever both Akashis were present. Neither the maids and servants could muster a complaint.

Not that they have the right to?

When Masaomi was done with his, damping his napkin to clean his mouth and said: "I see you're in good terms with Eun Hae already." Not this again, Seijuurou thinks. "Good... Continue doing what you do. Sooner or later, the lady will finally fall in your charms. I suspect that you'll be able to give me a heir already."

"Father as I've said from the beginning that I and Eun Hae are only in friendly terms. Do not assume everything with your observation." Akashi explained, stuffing another spoonful of food. Akashi senior shrugged. "Nonsense. Women are always swayed by looks and power. Which reminds me," looking past Seijuurou. He knew something, the young redhead thought. "I suggest that woman of yours, what was her name again? Ahh yes... Kuroko Tetsumi. I heard from my 'sources' that she had been reunited with that man of his." Seijuurou froze, putting down the utensils from his hands. He looked at his father. The wrinkles on his face showing his longer existence from the world. Experiences in which Seijuurou hadn't encounter. The stress and contented he puts everytime he would make business dealings. The aura that "I have seen the world, much far greater than you were ever going to deal."

Just stop. Stop speaking nonsense about Tetsumi.

"Better. Much better. She's a good woman. Finally known her placed."

Don't talk worthless things about her! You do not know her.

"No matter, if you really do not fancy Kwon Jung's daughter. I would still find another suitable candidate for you. One that is from a prestigious lineage."

Leave my life alone. I have a choice on whether whom I want to be wedded with.

"Hurry up and forget that worthless woman. Our name isn't worthy for such a defiled woman, let alone gave his virginity to another man. Such a disgrace, really. Should be ashamed of herself."

Stop controlling my life!

"That woman is simply just a whore."

Slam!

Crash!

All eyes stared at the young Akashi. Plates moved, drips of soup, sauce and drink smudged on the white linen cloth of the table. Even Masaomi was startled. That was it, he thinks. This time he couldn't take the insults. He was fine if he said he still doesn't approved of his relationship but to call her 'names', inappropriate for her. That was the last straw and Seijuurou isn't going to back down if it's to save Kuroko.

Maidservants squirmed far ends away from the table. Scared on what would might happen if they were too close. They didn't want to shorten their lives, thank you very much but were even more worried about the sudden declaration of war. Most especially against his father. "Stop it." Seijuurou says. Masaomi glared and said an authoritive "What?" at his son. He didn't like the sound of Akashi with that tone of voice and faces full of rage and disgust. Yes. Akashi Seijuurou was finally talking back to his father. "I said that stop it."

"Refrain from speaking vulgar words at the person I cherished the most." Akashi repeated. It wasn't his intention to do but he leaves him no choice. Akashi senior humped, regardless, and spoke. "Do your so-called 'street rats' you prefer to as 'friends' teach you these things? To talk back to their parents."

"My friends isn't the problem here and neither did they taught me things. For one thing, they make me feel 'human' unlike some relative that I know." Akashi senior was taken aback from his words. He knew that Seijuurou was referring to him. Chose not to do anything- Masaomi closed his eyes as he calmed himself. The young redhead knew what he was doing and he should have done this a long time ago. "So..." Masaomi says, his chin supported by on of his hand. "Pray tell what is you're plotting. I'm sure that I did not raise a son who disobeys what task he has been forced to do."

"I'm tired. Tired of bending my whole life obeying you, father. You've taken over my life for the last twenty-three years. And now you're still interfering in the one aspect of my life. I should be able to choose what woman would I choose without your consideration.

But no. I am still in these cages you called "Akashi". Still trapped in your spiderweb while you pull the strings of every movement I make. What do you call yourself for? A puppeteer. I am merely your puppet who will only moves by the master's will.

Your own flesh and blood, bended and obediently taking orders from his father who doesn't even treat his own son as a human." His father smirked, like he was expecting his answer the moment he opened his mouth. "What's your point?" He couldn't believe it. How cruel could this human can be?

"For once!" Seijuurou forced to outspoke. His voice echoed through the empty dining hall. Servants still cowering for their dear life to be spared. "For once listen to me! I've given up half of my life serving you. Just this one chance, lower your guard and listen to my request. As a father, you can do that." The way Masaomi shuffles himself, straightening his posture. Seijuurou knows that stance. There would be a price to pay in having a mere conversation with his father. There would be sacrifices he needs to do. But that's fine, he thinks. It is alright. This is for myself and I would do anything just to grab.

After all, Akashi Seijuurou was, indeed, absolute.

"Bold are we?" Akashi senior replied. Calling for one of the cowering servants and asked for a cup of tea (new and hot). Obeying, the maid nodded going to the kitchen. A few minutes, the maid returned together with a steaming pitcher of tea though she was shaking so hard that Takeda carefully asked to give to him. Who knows what might have happened if she would accidentally spill the contents into Masaomi's. Thanking Takeda, the maid finally loosened his nervousness and went back to the servants near the corner.

"Very well, Seijuurou. Speak."