Chapter 9

Hello! So, if any of you guys noticed, I decided to change Madoka and Hikaru's age back to 21 because I like the age difference! 4 years just seemed to fit in this story. So Gingka and Kyoya are still 25 and the girls are 21. So the girls graduated from college 1 year ago and have been working at Hagane Corporations for 1 year as well.

Enjoy X.

Madoka stared intently at her reflection for as long as she could. She fixed the sleeves on her red dress and patted down her straightened hair with an insecure expression on her pretty face. It was her date with Sam tonight; he was coming to pick her up at her room in about 5 minutes.

Earlier that day, Gingka and her were packed with different meetings and errands for the company. She was exhausted by the time they got back to the hotel at 4:30 so she quickly took a power nap until five. Once she got up, she took a long hot shower to try to calm her nerves for the date with Sam.

Madoka decided to straighten her hair tonight, thinking that it would be a good difference instead of her curled hair all the time. She happened to bring a red dress that she bought a few months ago, (Hikaru insisted she pack it) and decided to wear it to dinner tonight. The brunette spent extra time to make her makeup perfect for Sam. She was incredibly nervous yet excited about tonight. Sam was a great guy and she hoped it would turn into something more after this date.

The 21 year old smiled to herself in the mirror, trying to boost her self-esteem. "You look great," She whispered to herself as she slid on black heels. "Tonight is gonna be fun."

Just as she was putting on lipstick, a soft knock was heard on her hotel room door. Her heart immediately skipped a beat, knowing that it was Sam picking her up. "Here we go," She whispered grabbing her purse and sliding her phone into it.

Her blue eyes met Sam's green ones the moment she opened the door. She smiled nervously as Sam's eyes wandered over her dress. "You look absolutely beautiful, Madoka." Sam complimented, holding out his hand.

"Thank you," Madoka blushed as she quickly took his hand. "So where are we going to eat?" She asked as they walked towards the elevators.

"This new Italian restaurant that just opened a week ago." Sam explained, looking down at her sweetly. "I haven't tried it yet so let's hope it's good." He joked, earning a giggle from the 21 year old.

"Well I'm excited to try it. Maybe it'll be amazing." She replied as the elevator took them down to the lobby.

"Let's hope so," Sam sent an adorable smile down at Madoka as he held the front door for her. "I'm excited to finally have dinner with you."

Blushing, Madoka smiled from ear to ear, feeling her heart skip a beat in happiness. "Me too."

Hikaru sighed with a soft smile on her face. She was walking from her favorite ice cream shop, a small cup of rocky road in a grocery bag. Once she got home, Hikaru was going to watch a movie and then call Madoka to ask about her date with Sam. It was a simple yet relaxing night. And that's all she wanted right now.

Just as she was about to get inside her car, Hikaru looked up at the sound of another car pulling in next to her. Kyoya soon got out, dressed in jeans and a t-shirt. He had a black leather jacket on, complementing his muscular frame.

Hikaru cocked an eyebrow, wondering who still even wore black leather jackets today. But she had to admit, he looked incredibly handsome in it. Coughing, Hikaru smiled as Kyoya looked over at her.

"Kyoya," Hikaru greeted as she opened her car door.

Kyoya gave his secretary a once over before nodding slightly. "Hikaru."

Hikaru's heart slightly skipped a beat when he said her name but she quickly ignored it. Smiling once more, she quickly got into her car before any more words could be exchanged between the two adults.

Once she was sitting in the driver's seat, Hikaru leaned her head against the steering wheel and closed her eyes. Why was her heart beating so fast? Why was her stomach doing soft flips and her hands sweating? Gulping, Hikaru leaned back and started her car. She would talk to Madoka about this and find out what exactly was going on with her feelings all of a sudden. It was probably nothing. At least…she hoped.

"I had a really great time, Sam." Madoka smiled up at the 24 year old as they walked back to her hotel room.

"Me too." Sam replied as they stopped at her door. "It was great getting to know you more."

Madoka looked up into his green eyes, her heartbeat increasing every second. She could feel her cheeks warming up as he glanced down at her lips and then back up to her eyes. "I hope we can do this again." She softly stated, watching his lips.

"What about tomorrow? I mean, I know it's short notice but I figured since we're both on a business trip-"

"I'd love to." Madoka interrupted, her smile growing. She was touched by the fact that Sam wanted to go on another date with her. It made her feel…wanted. "Same time?"

"Same time." Sam whispered, leaning in closer.

She slowly rose to her toes, the anticipation to finally be kissed by Sam, overcoming her senses. Her eyes fluttered close as she felt Sam's warm breath hit her mouth. Her heart was pounding hard against her chest as he inched closer and closer to her.

Sam softly smiled down at her, admiring her perfect features on her face. He closed his eyes, just before he was finally about to connect their lips.

Just then, the hotel door next to hers opened loudly, causing the two to gasp and back away. Madoka was rapidly breathing as her eyes met a pair of familiar golden ones. Oh great…

Disappointment crashed through her like a wave on an ocean. She wanted to kiss Sam. She wanted to move on from Gingka and finally like someone else. But it felt like her wish was just crushed right before her. Because the most handsome man she's ever seen was standing before them, glancing from Sam to Madoka.

"Sorry, I didn't mean to interrupt." Gingka spoke calmly, however a ghost of a smile was playing on his lips. "Madoka. Sam." He nodded to them before walking down the hall while sliding on his grey suit jacket, probably going somewhere.

Sam softly laughed before turning to Madoka. He smiled warmly, but he looked slightly hurt and disappointed. Madoka smiled back, but felt the same way. The moment was obviously ruined, which made Madoka want to go scream at Gingka for interrupting.

"Well, I'll see you tomorrow, Madoka." Sam softly stated before leaning down and kissing her cheek softly.

Madoka gasped quietly as he walked away, a smile creeping on her lips. Once he was gone down the hallway, she placed a hand on the cheek he just kissed. She bit down on her lip as she turned and walked into her hotel room.

What an amazing night…

"My almost kiss with Sam was ruined tonight." Madoka informed Hikaru through the phone, her eyes glued to the T.V. screen in her hotel room.

"What do you mean?" Hikaru asked.

"Well, he was about to kiss me and guess who interrupted."

"Zac Efron."

Madoka laughed, looking over at the clock on her nightstand. "I wish. It was Gingka."

"Gingka?! Are you serious? He interrupted your almost kiss? I can't believe that!" Hikaru scoffed over the phone, completely shocked that Gingka did that. "Maybe he was watching you guys through the peephole and walked out just in time to interrupt you guys."

"He's not jealous, Hikaru. It was probably just a coincidence. Is it wrong that I blame him for ruining the almost kiss?"

"No it's totally understandable. You wanted to kiss Sam and Gingka ruined it for you. But since you have another date with Sam tomorrow, try to get your kiss then!"

"Good idea." Madoka yawned, feeling her eyes droop. "Have anything you want to inform me about?"

Hikaru's thoughts immediately went to her quick greeting with Kyoya earlier that night. She felt not quite ready to share with her best friend, because honestly she hasn't even thought about it herself. She mentally decided that she was going to tell Madoka the moment she came home from the business trip. "No, nothing's really going on. I'll tell you more about something when you come home."

"What's the something?" Madoka asked, curiosity growing inside her. "Why not tell me now?"

"I'm not quite ready to talk about it. But I'll tell you when you get home." Hikaru smiled, knowing that Madoka was dying of curiosity.

"Fine," Madoka huffed, turning off her T.V. "I'll talk to you tomorrow."

"Bye. And tell me what happens tomorrow!"

Madoka softly chuckled as she shook her head. "Okay, I will."

Do you guys think it was a coincidence Gingka interrupted their almost kiss? ;) Tell me what you guys think!

Next update will be up very soon. Have a good summer! X.