It's been a really long time. I guess I was inspired recently and decided to pick up writing again. Still can't believe its been 7 years. Truthfully not really sure if anyone would read this. But for anyone that does do let me know what you think :)
Chapter 7:
-Sakura POV-
I can't believe I have to deal with this stupid Monkey King. But for today this is my limit. I couldn't care less about him. Now I had to make sure I wasn't late. I quickly ran down the stairs only to be met with a huge crowd blocking me. Then I remembered this must be what the committee member was talking about. Looking at the crowd I just couldn't help but sigh as I did my best to start to make my way through it. Why are my days so tiring?
Before I could even start to say 'excuse me' to get people to move, the door of the teachers lounge opened and the screams could be heard. And a familiar voice entered my ears. "Arigato Himuro Sensei. It was nice to see you again." I raised my eyes to come face to face with Rei-nii. What was he doing here? I could hear people asking him questions and him replying but what they said didn't register in my mind. However, I heard this and it made me very afraid.
"Not a girlfriend per say. But someone just as important or maybe even more important than that." I could feel my head lightly shaking and hoping that he was not going to do what I feared.
"Who is she?" someone asked.
He started to walk in my direction and the crowd parted to make way for him. I saw his hands stretch out towards me and he put his hands on my shoulders. "She's right here." I couldn't help but cry internally. Why was he doing this?
I could hear the whispers going around. "Who is she?" "Have you seen her before." People were wondering who I was. Apart of me felt a teeny tiny gratitude to that Monkey King. Because of him I wasn't in my usual hairstyle and I wasn't wearing glasses. So it would take a while before they figured out who I am.
Suddenly the mood on my Onii-chan's face turned a little dark. "So I heard she might have been bullied. I would appreciate if no one did, cause if someone has I will personally make sure they are taken care of." Then he put on his brightest smile. "So please look after her for me."
Without another word he pulled me through the dumbstruck crowd with ease.
I couldn't even process all that happened.
"Sakura-Chan are you ok?" asked Izumi san. How did I end up in the car. The whole situation must have caused my brain to just shut down and blank out.
I heard a chuckle come from the front passenger seat. "Onii-chan why in the world did you do that?" I could see him give a smirk as if it was no big deal. "I am so dead. Maybe I should just change schools. But if its another school we would have to pay for it and Otou san and Oka san wanted us to graduate from here." I could just feel a million thoughts going through my brain,
"Sakura calm down. What's done is done."
"Easy for you to say. I still can't understand why you would do that."
"Well you were late so I decided to go and find you when I saw one of my previous teachers and decided to greet them. I didn't expect it to end up with a crowd gathering. I guess I got caught up in the moment. But I thought it was a good opportunity to make it clear that no one should mess with you."
"But onii-chan you still shouldn't have threatened them. What about your fans?"
"Well it doesn't really matter since I won't stay in this industry in the long term. Besides I made sure to give them a fan service smile at the end. Besides if I didn't do that you might end up being bullied and you would refuse to tell me. This way less trouble would find its way to you."
I could only rub my forehead as I felt an incoming headache. I knew he was protective of me but this might lead to other troubles. Argh I just didn't want to think about this. I could only just hope for the best. Maybe they wouldn't recognise who I was.
"Is Sakura-Chan ok?" I heard Izumi san ask Onii chan and all he did was just give a small chuckle.
-Oshitari POV-
Seeing everything that happened I couldn't help but speechless. The school would be buzzing about this for days to come. I was wondering why that guy looked so familiar then I realised it was her brother even though when I met him he didn't look so clean cut but it was definitely him.
I heard laughter coming from next to me. I turned to see Itou with a huge smile on his face. I knew then that he would be trouble. "Itou stop thinking about whatever you are thinking and help me to disburse this crowd. And please don't cause any trouble."
"Oshitari why would I cause any trouble. I just found something interesting."
"That's what I'm afraid of." I told him as I headed down the steps to get the crowd to scatter.
I should really talk to her.
-Sakura POV-
Today has been a really long day. As I sat in the bath to try to relax a little I couldn't help but think about all that happened today. I thought after what happened at school things couldn't get any worse. I was nervous about meeting the casting manager but from what I heard from Izumi san it wouldn't be anything hard. They would take a few shots and if they liked it they would offer a contract. But according to Izumi san the shots were more of a formality and they were pretty sure that they wanted me to sign a contract with them. The test shots were easy and I could see that the manager was happy with what they got. But as we sat down to discuss the contract Onii-chan's overprotective mode kicked in. I appreciated it but I couldn't help but be embarrassed by him. He was shooting out conditions to them "Nothing revealing, no swimsuit shots, no working late into the night, no shoots with guys… and the list went on till his final condition. Her identity must be an absolute secret meaning only a select few will know and you will have to disguise her so that her daily life is not affected. Even her name should be kept secret except her stage name.
I appreciated the last condition. But for some of the others he had to argue with them back and forth and eventually let go of some of them though begrudgingly. I was thinking that with how Onii-chan is acting they might give up the contract. Though I secretly think that might have been his plan. But somehow we made it through and it's official. I am on my way to being a model. At least there was a light at the end of the tunnel. I can't wait.
After my bath I headed to my room and saw that my phone had missed calls and messages. There were actually 3 missed calls from the Monkey King and one message that said "This is Atobe. CALL ME!" I didn't know how he got my number but I was definitely too tired to talk/argue with him. I will deal with him tomorrow.
I was a little surprised to get a message from Oshitari-san and even more surprised by the contents of his message. "Sakura-san are you ok?" Without much thought I messaged him back "I'm fine. Goodnight."
I set my phone down to charge and quickly went to bed. I knew I needed as much sleep as I could get to gain back all the energy I had expended today. Without much effort I could feel myself drifting off to sleep after laying my head down on my pillow.
~Next morning~
I had to get up early today as it was my turn for class duties. After making breakfast and making sure both Onii-chan and Haru had woken up. I quickly grabbed my bag and headed for school. As I walked out the door I was stunned by what was waiting for me outside. There was a huge limo and there were two guys in black suits standing right outside my gate. I carefully made my way to the gate and one of them spoke "Kuroda Sakura?" I could only nod. "Please get into the car."
"What?"
"Young master is waiting for you." I was thinking what was happening. I wanted to escape but these 2 big guys were blocking me and made sure I had no where else to run. They opened the car door and I could only go in. As soon as I saw who the young master it was that was waiting for me I couldn't help but frown. This day was definitely not starting out right.
"Ore-sama has been waiting."
-ATOBE POV-
Ore-sama can't believe this commoner is still not out. How long does expect Ore-sama to wait for her. She didn't even call Ore-sama back even after Ore-sama's message. Is she ignoring Ore-sama? How dare she do this to Ore-sama after what she pulled yesterday at the meeting. Not only did she interrupt Ore-sama she even insulted Ore-sama. Ore-sama has already given her so much time to apologise and yet she has done nothing. Ore-sama will not take this lying down.
Ore-sama is starting to grow impatient. But as Ore-sama heard a small commotion going outside Ore-sama turned to see the commoner getting out of her house and soon the door opened and Ore-sama came face to face with her.
"Ore-sama has been waiting." Ore-sama could see the frown on her face and that greatly pleased Ore-sama. She her turned around and quickly try to open the door but Ore-sama can only smile at her feeble attempts since it could only be opened from the outside.
Once she came to terms with it she just glared at Ore-sama in anger. "Let me out of this car." Ore-sama was definitely pleased by this situation. Ignoring her request, Ore-sama told the driver to start the car. "This is kidnapping."
"Ore-sama is trying to give a fellow schoolmate a ride to school. It hardly counts as kidnapping. Besides Ore-sama has been trying to contact you since yesterday. And since it seems you are not replying Ore-sama. Ore-sama has come to find you. Be honoured by Ore-sama's presence."
"I could care less about that. Monkey King what exactly do you want from me? Like you say I am just a mere commoner so why would you bother with me."
"Ore-sama is waiting to hear something from you?"
"Hear what? What could I possibly have to say to you?"
"An apology."
"What!"
"Yes an apology. Not only did you disrespect Ore-sama during the meeting. You dared to walk out of it."
"I can't believe you. Are you actually demanding an apology?"
"Ore-sama is not demanding. It is Ore-sama's right."
"An apology is only appropriate when someone has done something wrong. I believe I have done nothing wrong. Instead you have been incredibly rude. In yesterday's meeting you insulted the hard work that people had put in. Not only that you said it would end at 5pm but you went on till 5.20pm. I told you I had a job to get to and it takes precedence. So I definitely don't see why I need to apologise"
Sometimes this woman really infuriates me. "Why do you always have to argue with Ore-sama. Can 't you just follow what Ore-sama says. It would be better for all of us."
"Do you really think the world revolves around you? I am not one of those people who will blindly follow whatever you say. You think it's for the benefit of everyone? I think its just for the benefit of you. If you think this way all the more someone has to tell you otherwise so you can stop your narcistic behaviour."
"Ore-sama doesn't appreciate your words or your tone."
"Well then stop being unreasonable."
Ore-sama is getting tired of the words coming out of her mouth. Why can't she follow what Ore-sama says. Every time she goes against Ore-sama, Ore-sama has this urge to dominate her.
"If you think this is Ore-sama being unreasonable, I will show you what being unreasonable really means."
"Why are all you rich people the same. When things don't go your way you always threaten. Is it fun for you to bully people? I'm so sick and tired of all this. First those people who call themselves our relatives. Then the people who called themselves my friends and now you. What will it take for all of you to leave us alone? All I want is for my family to be able to make ends meet and be happy. Is that too much to ask for?"
What did she have to go through before? Ore-sama could see the pain in her eyes. Those strong green eyes. Ore-sama couldn't help but be drawn into them. All Ore-sama wanted to do was to give in to them.
"Look Ore-sama's intention was never to threaten. Why don't we start from a clean slate?"
"Does that mean we can go back to how things were before? We pretend we don't know each other and that we don't exist?"
Hearing her say that made Ore-sama somewhat upset. Was Ore-sama even forgettable?
"Ore-sama still needs a secretary. And from what you've done yesterday, Ore-sama can tell you do your tasks efficiently and you are good at taking notes."
"I would rather spend my time working to earn money for my family."
"Ore-sama will make it worthwhile for you. Ore-sama will offer you twice what you will get working at a job outside. It will only be until after the school festival in 2 months' time when Ore-sama has more time to look for another secretary."
Ore-sama saw her think about it seriously before replying "I will only do it on three conditions."
"Let Ore-sama know what they are."
"Firstly, like I previously said I have a job so that takes precedence over anything else. So if I need to leave by a certain time please let me go on time so that I will not be late."
"Ore-sama can accept that, next."
"Secondly, do not be unreasonable in the tasks that you give and which would require a lot of time. I still have many other things to do which requires me to manage my time well. I'm willing to work through lunch if need be but do not expect me to work at night or on Sunday."
"Fine, Ore-sama understands that not everyone can handle as many tasks as Ore-sama. What is the final condition?"
"Please speak in a respectful manner to not just me but the people around you. And please stop calling me a commoner."
"Ore-sama will stay calling you a commoner but Ore-sama can't see how he has been disrespectful. Though I think the one who has been disrespectful has been you since all you have addressed Ore-sama as is Monkey King."
"Argh fine if you stop calling me commoner, I will stop calling you Monkey King."
"We have a deal then. I will see you during lunch in the student council room." Ore-sama then stretched out to remove her glasses and hair tie. "Looking like this."
"Stop doing that."
"Ore-sama prefers you this way."
She tried she grab back her things but Ore-sama just wanted to tease her so Ore-sama quickly raised it and put it out of her each. Ore-sama could only smile at her attempts to get it back.
"I will dress how I want so give those back." With each word said she moved closer in hopes of getting them back.
Ore-sama was at least half a head taller and so was Ore-sama's reach. However Ore-sama wasn't sure if it was the speed bump or the extra force with which she jumped but the next thing Ore-sama could feel was being pushed down by her with her lying on top of Ore-sama. Ore-sama saw her lift her head from Ore-sama's chest only to come face to face with those fierce green eyes. Every time Ore-sama saw those eyes it just invoked strong emotions in Ore-sama. Without warning she crawled on top of Ore-sama and was straddling Ore-sama. Ore-sama can't believe what she did next. She lowered her body so her chest was coming towards Ore-sama's face. Her hair tickled Ore-sama's face and Ore-sama could feel her grabbing onto Ore-sama's hands. With this closeness Ore-sama couldn't help but breathe in her scent. It wasn't those flowery pungent smells that Ore-sama disliked but more fruity like grapefruit. She smelled good.
"Finally" With that word she raised her body and pulled Ore-sama out of my thoughts. To get back her things she wasn't even conscious of the position we were in.
"Kuroda are you trying to seduce Ore-sama? Should we continue this in Ore-sama's room?"
For a while she looked at Ore-sama confused. Then realisation struck her, and she quickly got off Ore-sama. Ore-sama has to admit, Ore-sama didn't hate it. And it was definitely amusing to see her so embarrassed.
-SAKURA POV-
What the heck just happened? I can't believe I just sat on top of him. This is so embarrassing. What am I going to say to him now.
"Erm Atobe-san. It was not my intention to do any of that. It was an accident. I just really wanted my stuff back. Can we just forget this happened?"
I could feel my cheeks heating up. I wish I could crawl into a hole.
"Ore-sama will do his best but it will be hard for Ore-sama to forget."
I'm going to die of embarrassment.
"As much as it amuses Ore-sama to see you like this, we have already reached school so we should get out soon." We were already here. I can finally escape this situation. Luckily its still early so there isn't much people around. If anyone found me coming out of the Monkey King's car I would be so dead. I quickly grabbed my bag wanting to open the door but a hand grabbed my arm and held me back so I ended up looking at him face to face. "I'll see you at lunch at the student council room."
I could only nod in obedience. I was just too embarrassed to say anything else and wanted to leave as soon as possible. As if on que the door opened and I just found myself running all the way to my classroom.
-OSHITARI POV-
I walked into the classroom intending to talk to Sakura-san about yesterday. But when I entered, she was there but she had her head down on the table facing the window. I quickly sat on my seat and turned around to see if she was awake. She was but she looked so tired. "Sakura-san are you ok?"
She tilted her head to look up at me. "Oh Oshitari-san you're here."
"What happened to you? Class hasn't even started and you look exhausted."
"I'll be fine."
"What happened? Is it Atobe?"
Hearing that name she quickly sat up. "Who said it has any to do with that Monkey King? It has nothing to do with him." I saw her cheeks start to heat up as she quickly looked down.
This was definitely not a reaction I was expecting. This was definitely interesting.
"Sakura-chan from the looks of it, it seems something did happen with Atobe. So why don't you enlighten me."
"I told you nothing happened so stop asking me." In hopes that it would stop my inquiries of her she laid her head back down on the table again and pretended not to hear me. I couldn't help but give a small laugh at her unexpectedly adorable reaction.
She only made me all the more curious. Maybe I should ask Atobe what happened.
-SAKURA POV-
I can't wait for this day to end. Oshitari-san has been bugging me every moment he could and he didn't stop. I can't believe I now have to go see the Monkey King. I wish that whole situation in the car didn't happen. I would much rather be arguing or fighting with him than be in this embarrassing situation. Maybe I shouldn't go. But what if he does something worse. Oh and the money he offered. With it I could get the game that Haru wanted. Let's not think about it. Maybe it's nothing big to him. I'm sure many women have done that with him. As long as we just keep a strictly professional relationship and he doesn't bring it up I can live with it.
Soon I reached those familiar doors. But before I knocked my braids came into view. I better take off my hair tie and glasses to prevent any accidental situations.
Once I was done I quickly knocked on the door. I could hear the voice behind saying "Come in"
He was already seated before his desk looking through papers. I made my way to the front of this desk. He lifted his head slightly to see who it was. It looked like he was just going to continue working but he put the papers down and walked towards me. He had a smirk on his face which I did not like the looks of. Suddenly he took hold of a lock of my hair and nonchalantly twirled it around his fingers. "Ore-sama is pleased when you are obedient." I can't believe he even said that.
"Just to make it clear I am not doing this to be obedient. I just don't want any chance of this morning happening again."
"Ore-sama remembers you telling Ore-sama to forget about that. Seems like you want Ore-sama to remember."
I needed to make it clear to him. "Atobe-san please take it as if this morning didn't happen. If you are here to say these things and have nothing for me to do I will leave."
As if amused by what I said he gave a small chuckle. Letting go of my hair he returned to his seat. He stuck out a stack of papers at me. "Ore-sama needs you to organise this data. After you are done, Ore-sama needs you to sort out the budget request from the various classes and clubs."
I quickly took the papers from him, relieved that things were moving in a strictly professional manner.
As we each settled into our own tasks I couldn't help but be thankful for the silence which was a refreshing change from all the times I was with him.
Hope you enjoyed it and wasn't too put off by all the Ore-sama's. Do review and let me know what you think :)
