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They had just returned from their run. Eichi and Isao were in their apartments washing and changing while Akihito was in the attic he shared with Asami. He had just finished showering when he looked at himself in the mirror. His body was still the same, maybe a little more muscular but only slightly. He was slim and in proportion to his stature.

As soon as his gaze passed from his body to his face, everything stopped. He looked straight into the hazel eyes and saw after a long time that the light that came from Akihito's most serene side had returned. How long had it been since I had had that look? Why hadn't I noticed that spark had gone black? He shook his head a little and came back to reality.

He quickly dried his blond hair and went to get dressed to go to his boss Takeda-san who was waiting for him to assign him a new job. Hopefully it would be an interesting assignment and wouldn't have to do with models or actors. Ready, I went out and of course the two men were ready and impeccably dressed, who followed the young boss without opening their mouths.

At least we had a brief dialogue today. Maybe in time they will loosen up.

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Sion

The meeting had been busier than he thought it would be. There had been a discussion about what to sell at the bar and who would be the perfect clientele. Not to mention costs. But as always, in the end Asami got just what he wanted, as always after was a reason he was known as the "king of business."

Back in his office, he reached for a cigarette and allowed Kirishima to light it for him. Afterwards, he poured a drink into his glass as he took a short break before resuming reading files and attending more meetings.

After exhaling the smoke, he very calmly asked: - "Kirishima for when did you arrange the meeting with Amane Suzuki?"- meanwhile he resumed the charm that had previously been placed back on the desk. - "For tonight Asami-sama."- answered the secretary, putting his glasses on his face. After a moment of silence, Asami exclaimed: - "Have warehouse number 3 prepared and make sure the man is alone. Tonight he will learn that it is never wise to steal money, especially if you are in my way."-at these words, the man took the glass of scotch and let the liquid inflame his throat. - "As you wish sir!"- uttering these words, Kirishima bowed and exited the office. He only hoped that the boss's young lover had called that night to make sure Asami didn't lose her temper. He shook his head wondering how boldly they go after Asami. Only those who are looking for certain death, except Takaba of course. He smiled imperceptibly reflecting how things have changed since that blonde brat came into their lives.

All the guards and staff thanked God every day for sending the young man into their lives. Both Suoh and Kirishima at first were convinced that he was one of many lovers and that after a few months the boss would get tired of him instead it seemed quite the opposite.

The more time passed, the more it seemed that Asami wanted to monopolize Akihito. Every day he became more and more possessive towards the boy, but the bespectacled man hoped that this would not compromise their relationship. He had learned that the boy needed his freedom and his space.

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He had just gotten into his car, one of the many cars the possessive bastard had in his garage. As soon as he was seated, he couldn't shake the feeling he'd felt at the realization that he'd missed that light in his eyes. Why am I still thinking about this?

He looked out the window and rested his head on his hand. Akihito was thinking that he had had a really good morning and that it had been a long time since he had felt this peaceful. But after he looked at himself in the bathroom, he wondered why he hadn't felt that way many more times in the last few months.

That feeling of peace and serenity, reminded him of his life as a teenager. The time when he did the craziest things and where he wasn't afraid of anything or anyone. He was unstoppable and damn happy. He was like that before he met Asami. He shook his head. But what am I thinking? He let out a sigh and continued to look outside.

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Isao was the one driving the car while Eichi stood next to him. Strangely enough, the young boss had gotten into the car without commenting on the fact that it was a luxury or imported car. Stranger still, he hadn't tried to make conversation with them since they got into the car.

The two guards looked at each other, both amazed at that silence. It wasn't like Takaba-sama to be so quiet. He seemed so full of life this morning, what happened then? Eichi realizing that his partner was having the same concern, decided that he would put an end to that heavy moment.

Turning to face the leader, Eichi spoke: - "Takaba-sama, are you alright? You look worried."-as he spoke these words he saw that the boy looked more dull than he had seen him before. Akihito jumped at the call because he was still deep in thought but after formulating what the guard had asked him, he smiled: - "Yeah yeah, it's all good. I was just thinking that I hope the job will be something interesting and not boring."- he said these words with little emphasis and then added - "Isao please don't stop in front of the main building but go a little further. You know it's not normal for a journalist like me to come to work with such a car and you Eichi, please wait for me outside!"- he looked at the guard. - "I'm sorry Takaba-sama but I have orders not to let you out of my sight. I will enter the building with you."- he said in a firm and impassive way. All the fault of that bastard Asami. Akihito snorted and crossed his arms on his chest because now he had to find an excuse for the presence of Eichi who was a man even better dressed than him. - "You are really unbearable Eichi. I forgot that the orders of that bastard are absolute law for you."- he said with a tone a bit annoyed and Eichi felt a bit guilty towards the boy.

At first both Eichi and Isao thought that the great man's lover was a gold digger but they were very wrong. Meanwhile she was not a woman but a young man almost 10 years younger than the boss and was anything but a seeker of money, power and status. The boy was rebellious and brash and although he gave a lot of trouble for his escapades, over time you got to know and appreciate him. Takaba-sama was different from the others and this everyone learned.

He was kind, selfless, friendly and always full of energy. Wherever he was, there was light and warmth. He didn't give a damn about money and always cared about others. He was a thrill seeker and adrenaline junkie, but he was also smart and cunning. But he was most of all genuine with feelings and people.

While the bodyguard was reflecting on how he was getting to know the blond boy and even in a sense understand him, through all the faces the boy was making, he didn't notice that they had arrived next to the building where the young boss worked.

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