Chapter 13

Unbelievable. It was completely unbelievable and serendipitous. Yes, it was sad that something like it happened, but when doing a fantasy film with so much action in it, it was bound to happen to someone. Patrick Shonan had broken his femur in two places and would need a lot of down time before he could do the scenes that were required. The accident had happened in his introductory scene, and he would be out for at least 8 weeks in a full leg cast.

Luke was now agonizing on what to do. Time was money and the permits they had for filming in the area were very strict. Who on Earth would he be able to find on such short notice that had chemistry with his leading lady? Perhaps if he asked her she might have some ideas. They had grown close enough to be friends over the time they had got to know each other.

He sighed. He really hoped that she knew someone as versatile as she was. "Kyoko? I've got a question." He announced as he took her aside then explained the situation.

Kyoko was shocked. Poor Patrick, she felt so bad for him. He had been really excited about this part and now this. She had heard that someone got injured on her day off, but she never dreamed it would be Patrick and the extent of the injury. He had gotten too close to the edge of the cliff where one of the battle scenes was and slipped off. Fortunately for him, it was only his leg and some cuts and bruises.

"Hmm. You could ask Kuon. I'm not sure what he has going on at the moment, but he'll be starting on his debut in LA in a couple of months. He's taking a little time off to get situated and find us a place." She suggested.

"Your fiancé is an actor?" He asked thinking it was a little too good to be true.

She nodded then proudly displayed photos she had of him as Ren, Kuon and Cain.

"Wait!" He had her stop at Cain's photo. "Is that the guy that played BJ in Tragic Marker?"

She giggled. "Yep, that's my Cain." She told him in a playful Setsuka Heel tone. "I'm sure President Takarada would be able to help you." She informed him.

A wide smile played across his lips. If he could get this guy it would solve two problems. First the time constraint would be met and the multiple millions he was initially going to have to pay Patrick would be cut in half at the very least. Kuon Hizuri wasn't that big of a name. He didn't really need Patrick's name to draw in viewers, he had worked with stars far less notable than Hizuri/Tsuruga and actually made a better production. Yes, he would check into this solution.

He grabbed Kyoko and gave her a big hug. "Thank you Kyoko! You're a lifesaver!"

Kyoko nodded stiffly. She still couldn't get used to the idea of people being overly affectionate with her, even if she was with them sometimes.

Kyoko hadn't said a single word to Kuon about the event. She didn't want to tell him that he was under consideration for her debut film and then not have them decide on him. So, she would wait patiently for the call from him if he did get it.

"Kuon... Takarada-san wants to see us as soon as you're done here." Yashiro told him as he walked into his dressing room. He was finishing up on the final episode of his last drama in Japan. He already had everything packed up and shipped to his parents house in LA. All that was left was his luggage and it was at the Takarada Estate. Lory would ship his car back for him after he left.

"Did he say why?" He was hoping it wasn't anything that would keep him any longer than he had to be. He had promised Kyoko that he would find a house and have everything ready for her when she came back. He didn't want her worrying about having to stay with his parents any longer than they had to.

"No... He just told me you got an urgent movie offer that needs immediate attention." Yashiro explained.

"Got it... I'll be ready to leave in about 10 minutes. Then we can go to dinner after." There was no way he was going to give Yashiro ammo to use on him while he and Kyoko were apart.

Kuon and Yukihito sat before Lory on the pink puffy sofa waiting to hear the offer. "Well, I think this one will be big for you Kuon. The Producer of this movie told me that the director asked for you specifically. They are on a very tight time table. Their male lead broke his leg in two places and will be out for the duration of filming and they need a replacement. They need someone with experience in acrobatics, weapons training and they need someone that has experience with horses. It will be for the next 2 months in New Zealand and.."

"I'll do it!" Kuon hastily said there was only one film he knew like this and his brain couldn't allow him to pass it up. It was Kyoko's film.

"Didn't you want to know.."

"I'll do it Boss!" He still didn't let Lory finish. He honestly didn't care one bit if it was the lead or, a bit part. He would be with Kyoko.

"O-kay~ Then I guess I should tell Luke you'll do it?" He chuckled. "Here's the script he faxed over for you. It'll give you time to go over it. I switched your plane tickets to New Zealand and Alex Murdock will pick you up at the airport." Lory told him with a big smile. "Oh... I know this is Kyoko-chan's movie." He laughed. "You and Yukihito-kun should probably go get your things. You'll be leaving in about 3 hours."

Kuon paled a little at his forgetfulness and impetuous behavior. "Boss is never going to let me live this down, is he?" He commented to Yukihito as they left the office.

Yashiro laughed. "Nope... And I don't think I will either."

Kuon groaned.

PING...

Getting on the plane. Love you Baby. -Kuon.

Ping...

Cabin 4a. Love you too. xoxo -Kyoko.

Yashiro saw a big smile cross Kuon's lips as he turned off his phone. "Was that Kyoko-chan?"

He nodded and sat back into his first class seat stretching his legs out. He pulled the script from his bag and began to study. He had 16 hours to figure out Michael Rythorn, Elloralynn's human lover. Kuon did not want to disappoint.