I could hear Haruka enter the house and walk up the steps towards her room, she and Shibuya-san must have finally returned. I hummed away, putting on my suit. Pursing my lips I looked over myself, making sure I was properly dressed, and not missing a pair of my trousers like I dreamt about.
"You look good." Hijirikawa-san said, his tone sounding annoyed.
I turned around, "What? I have to be sure I look good, for my sweet honey."
He rolled his eyes, focusing again on his calligraphy practice.
My black suit was formal but also tight, allowing my muscular form to be at least known. My tie was a sky blue, it being a good color against the contrast of the black fabric.
I moved, pushing my wallet, cell, and keys into my pocket before moving towards the door. "Thanks Hijirikawa." I winked and bolted, waiting by the front entrance for Haruka.
Hearing a group of murmurs, I could see the group, Ittoki, Sho, Natsuki, Tokiya, Cecil, and Hijirikawa-san, all moving towards the foyer.
"What are you guys doing?" I asked, my tone curious.
"Well, we want to see you two off. Got a problem?" Sho asked, once again, trying to make his attitude bigger than his physical size.
I chuckled. "No, no problem at all." I stood, looking towards the staircase when I could hear Shibuya-san talking with Haruka as the walked towards the stairs.
I walked into my room with Shibuya-chan and walked as she set the bag down.
"Alright! You have to show me now." I said, really excited to see this beautiful ensemble.
Tomo-chan blushed as she sat down. "Well... I have something to admit. This isn't for me. It is for you. Jinguji-san has a special Valentine's day plan for you."
My mouth fell open as I watched Tomo-chan pull out a bright blue dress. It was so beautiful, but a gasp escaped me as I saw how revealing it was. "T-Tomo-chan... That... I can't wear that. It's too..."
Tomo-chan rolled her eyes. "No, you can wear this! I know it'll be nerve wracking at first, but I know you'll love this! Please, just let me put this whole outfit on you. You won't regret it." She begged.
Being unable to say no, I allowed her to, waiting to pass my judgement until every item was placed on me.
Never before had I allowed another to dress me, but it was kind of exciting, the surprise of it.
"No peeking!" Tomo-chan said, her tone excited.
I could feel the soft satin going over my body and being tied tightly to me.
"Oh you look so good already! Come sit, but I'm turning you away from the mirror. I want it to be a big reveal for you."
Nodding, I followed her, sitting in her makeup chair.
As I had my eyes closed, I could feel myself drifting off, seeming as if five minutes had passed, when it was really 20.
"Alright! Nanami-chan! You can open your eyes!" Tomo-chan said, slipping on two silver three inch tall pumps to my feet. "Get up! I want to show you now!"
Laughing, I followed her, turning towards the mirror. I couldn't help the gasp that exited me was loud as I looked over myself. "Tomo-chan!" I said, looking at her as she pulled the rollers from my hair, letting it fall in ringlets down my back. "Did you put in extensions too?"
"Of course! They looked great!" She winked at me, placing a kiss on my cheek. "Now let's go! Best not keep Jinguji-san waiting."
"Are you sure this dress... isn't too... revealing?"
"What? No! You look amazing! Any man would be lucky to see you like this! You look sexy!"
"WHAT?! Come on, don't use such lewd words Shibuya-san."
"But you do though. It is okay for women to look that way sometimes! Ren is a lucky guy."
The girls paused.
"Come on Nanami-chan! Hold my hand, I'll help you down the stairs."
Slowly I could see them and by each part that was revealed, the more I knew just how lucky I truly was! I could hear the men behind me gasp as she came down the stairs. Haruka's hair was longer; Shibuya-san must have added extensions; and flowing down in ringlets to the small of her narrow waist. I had to stop myself from nearly drooling.
It wasn't long until my eyes traveled down to her body. Haruka wore a backless cerulean mermaid style dress with a dramatic v neck that dropped to just above her belly button. The shimmer of it was in a gradient of blues, almost making the dress appear iridescent. Along her hips sat a thin layer of transparent tulle that hung loosely. My heart was pounding. Shibuya-san had really outdone it! But it was amazing!
"Wow." I could hear Cecil murmur from behind me.
I walked closer and took her hand gently in mine. "You look stunning!"
She blushed, biting her lip. "Thank you, Ren-kun." I smiled and nodded.
"Well, shall we be on our way, my sweet honey?"
She nodded, Almost immediately perking back up. "Yes! So, where is our first destination?"
"Well sweet lamb, the beginning of tonight, is to be a surprise. But afterwards, I shall treat you to some of the best food around." I winked, lovingly holding her chin in my hand.
I could feel the fury of the men behind me, wishing that this was them, but I loved her. She was now mine. She had willingly given all of herself to me, and I wasn't letting go. She was my lamb.
"That sounds, lovely." She blushed again, rubbing her upper arms with her hands, almost seeming embarrassed.
"Is something wrong, my honey?"
She shook her head. "I just... feel like I might be too... exposed."
I chuckled, shaking my head. "Not at all, my honey. You look exquisite." Tilting my head, I placed a kiss on her cheek. "Shall we go?" I asked, while twirling her once moving towards the door.
"Yes, let's go."
Walking out, I kept my hand gently on her hip as the car pulled up, gently helping her in. I took a deep breath, knowing that tonight would entail one of the most romantic times we have ever had.
"Hmmm..." Shining growled as he watched the car pull away.
Tsukimiya gasped, "Was that... what I think we saw?"
"I don't know." Hyuga gripped the bridge of his nose. "But we need to keep a close eye on the two of them."
"Agreed." Shining nodded, his eyes stern as he stared at the starry sky.
"I can't believe I lost my Haruka!" Cecil cried, his head in the palms on his hands, more emotional outwords than the others. Ittoki, Sho, Natsumi, Ichinose, and Hijirikawa all stood in the Starish kitchen, preparing dinner for the night, only candles lighting the room. All of the men, their expressions somber.
"It is alright Cecil-chan!" Natsumi smiled. "This was the way it was meant to be this time. Though... perhaps in the next lifetime, it will be one of our turns!" A side of Satsuki peaking through.
"That is right! And we can't be mad at Nanami for finding love. I mean, I know the rest of us will find it too!" Ittoki cheered. "I know we are all sad about this, me too! But... what friends would we be if we couldn't support them? If we let Shining find out?"
Hijirikawa sighed. "Ittoki-san is right. As much as we all hate this, we need to support them, as they would support us."
"I suppose." Cecil sniffled, wiping his nose with a tissue, looking into the candles flame. This would all turn out, right?
Haruka looked out the window, watching the buildings go by, the lights looking so beautiful to her as they moved against the night sky.
I watched her, feeling my heart still racing, as if I was fifteen and for the first time seeing a woman so open and elegant. I looked towards the seat, seeing her right hand, laying open for me.
Smiling, I reached forwards and took it, rubbing the back of her hand with my thumb, feeling her soft dainty hand in mine. It was as if I could feel every emotion running though she and I's bodies.
"Are you alright?" I asked, leaning towards her. I felt lucky that I had the little panel, shielding us from the driver's view closed.
She turned towards me, her eyes widened seeing my face so close to hers.
I moved a little closer, as if to kiss her, but stopping just before her lips. "Hm?" I asked, one more time.
She nodded. "I'm okay. I was just thinking."
"Yeah?" About what?"
"Hmm... well, basically what we would have to do to explain this to Shining if or rather when he may find out."
Furrowing my eyebrows, I pursed my lips. "Yeah?"
She nodded. "I want to be with you Ren-kun. I just... how will we explain this to Shining?"
I understood where she was coming from. Shining was a very stubborn man, especially when it came to the rules he had set for the group Starish and the house itself.
"Don't worry Haruka."
"But isn't that something to worry about?"
I shook my head. "Not at all."
"But... why?" She asked, confused.
"Because, even if he has something to say! I'll tell him that I have no intention of letting you go. You are the lamb to my lion. The life force that keeps the fire within me going." I leaned in closer, looking deeper into her brilliant yellow eyes. "I will never let you go." Without hesitation, I moved in closer, pressing my lips to her soft lips. "We can fight Shining together for our love, if it is strong enough."
Looking into her eyes again, I could see a tear fall from them as she smiled, moving her gaze to the window. Her eyes widened as she saw the banners.
"T-T-The Ukiyo Orchestra?!" She gasped, looking between me and the event outside the car.
I chuckled as the driver opened the door. I first got out, holding her hand as she stepped out. Press was excitedly taking photos of couples and we were no exception.
As Haruka went to hide her face, I confidently wrapped my arm around her back. As I rested my hand on her lower hip as I looked towards the photographer as I pointed in a direction to show Haruka another cool banner. I knew that photo wise, this would be great, a great photo of us together, but also for the press. If she and I were to be caught by Shining, I might as well build up that fanbase of us. If it is strong enough, it could be enough to allow our relationship.
"Haruka, let's get inside, yeah? I got us special seats."
Walking her in, I led her up some stairs to a special balcony with only two seats. I bowed, motioning for her to sit, looking at her in all her beauty. 'I'm a lucky man! Tonight is going to be amazing.'
To Be Continued...