11. Ayaka Is Missing

One week passed since Takuto's proposal and Ayaka shifted into Takuto's place. While Ayaka was walking back from her grocery shopping, she bumped into a gang of 3 gangsters. She tried to walk faster and ignored them but one of them grabbed her by her arm while the other went closer to her and licked her neck. Ayaka tried hard to struggle free from their grip but she had not enough strength left. She even tried screaming but she was too stunned, shocked and her fear caused no words to come out.

Punk Haired Dude: That's enough, don't toy with her here! There are people nearby! Knock her down and bring her somewhere else.

The bold gangster covered Ayaka's face with his hand until she found it hard to breathe. He made her suffocate a little and she fainted after. She was half conscious and could feel what they were doing to her. They carried her and dumped her in the car. As they drove to an abandoned where house, Ayaka regained her conscious and tried to break free but she noticed that her hands and feet were all tied up. The knots were so tight that she could feel the rope pulling her skin together. One of the gangsters that were sitting beside her noticed that she had awakened.

Tattoo-ed Dude: Hey guys, the ojyou-chan finally woke up!

Punk Haired Dude: Good! Now not only we can enjoy but she can "enjoy" with us!

Fear was written all over Ayaka's face. Her eyes were filled with tears of fear. She could not scream neither could she run. There was nothing she could do but hope for a miracle to happen. The car stopped and they dragged her out of the car. They dragged her all the way into the warehouse and threw her on the floor. The pain she was going through was like hell. So this is what I get for lying to Takuto and hurting Mitsuki-san. She pictured Takuto in her mind. She was crying with regret. She didn't know what was left for her to do. One of the gangsters pinned her to the floor and started to take off her clothes one by one. They enjoyed it. They enjoyed looking at her suffer. So this is the end. Why did I even plan on taking Takuto away even though I knew that he didn't belong to me? Why did I take advantage when he lost his memories? She closed her eyes and heard the sound of a zipper being pulled down. They're coming. The gangsters started touching her. She hated it. They were forcing it. She screamed a loud and piercing scream of terror.

Takuto knew that something was wrong. She hasn't returned yet. He couldn't make a police report because it wasn't time yet. He tried calling Ayaka but there was no answer. Where are you? Please be okay. I sense something wrong. Ayaka, wait for me. I'm coming. Takuto took his bike and searched for Ayaka. He went to the market, the mall and many other places. The warehouse was the one place he didn't manage to go to. He started getting really worried and out of the blue, he felt like calling Mitsuki. He wanted to tell her about his problems. Mitsuki should know what to do. Yeah… I'll call her. Just like old times. Discussing and solving either my problem or her problem together. He called Mitsuki straight away.

Takuto: Moshi moshi? Is Mistuki there?

Mitsuki: Aa… Takuto! Mitsuki desu. What's the matter? You sound so worried…

Takuto: I am… my girlfriend, Ayaka is gone. She hasn't reached home yet. I've been searching for her for the past 2 hours but she is no where to be found. Mitsuki… I'm afraid that something might have happened to her…

Takuto… you finally called me… but you're talking about Ayaka-san. You're torturing me. I know I should worry with you. But I just can't. I just want you back…

Mitsuki: have you gone back to your house to check again? Maybe she went back. Like you said, you've been searching for the past 2 hours. For all you know, she might have gone back during the 2 hour period. She might even be looking for you now.

The truth is, I don't know why I called you or why do I think it's just like old times. Every time this happens, I'll call you straight away and you never fail to make me feel better. I feel a lot better just listening to your sweet voice. I KNOW that I should be worried about Ayaka now, but… I love you Mitsuki but I just can't two time you and Ayaka.

Takuto: you might be right. I'll go back to check. Thanks a lot! Bye… I guess I'll see you tomorrow in school.

Mitsuki: Ok. Bye…

The gangsters were done with Ayaka. She was gang raped. They left her lying naked on the floor. Being soaked with tears and lost in fear. I can't marry Takuto now. I'm dirty… and I'll never be clean again. I can never face Takuto anymore. Not like this. There's nowhere for me to go now. She was screaming for help hoping for someone to save her from that dreadful place. Anyone but not Takuto.

At the same time, Hiro was passing by the warehouse on his way back home. He heard the screams made by Ayaka and rode his bike straight into the warehouse. He saw Ayaka naked and she was crying. Hiro quickly took off his shirt for Ayaka to wear and searched around for her clothes. Her clothes were all shredded due to the violent stripping the gangsters did. While Hiro was searching for her clothes, she fainted.

Hiro: Ojyou-chan! Ojyou-chan! Shikari shite yo!

Hiro didn't know what to do and brought her back to his place. He left her on his bed and let her continue with her deep slumber. When Ayaka slept, she could see images of the gangsters raping her. She woke up with a scream. She noticed that she was in a rather small apartment and found a note on the table.

Ojyou-chan,

I'm really sorry about what happened to you and there's nothing that I can do to help. I wasn't really sure if it was right to inform the police but if you want to do it, the phone is free for you to use. When I found your clothes yesterday, it was all shredded. So I bought a set this morning and left it on the bed. There's even breakfast on the table. Help yourself!

Ayaka took the phone and dialed Takuto's number. Her hands trembled with fear as she dialed the number. His switched off his phone as he was working and Ayaka reached the voice message.

Ayaka: Takuto… there are some things that just can't be settled now. And because of this problem, I just can't marry you. Takuto, don't come look for me too. I really can't see you now. I won't tell you where I am or even give you the number. I really need to be alone now. I'm sorry Takuto… Gomen…

Ayaka put down the phone and ended the call with her tears. She couldn't stand herself and took a shower. After she came out, she fell back to sleep. She woke up when Hiro came back from work. He forgot that there was someone in the house and just slammed the door. Ayaka jumped of the bed and was shocked to see Hiro.

Hiro: Ojyou-chan, how are you feeling now? You were in bad shape when I found you yesterday.

Ayaka: I can't say that I'm feeling a lot better now. But I'm ok. By the way, what's your name?

Hiro: I'm Hiroshi Nakano, 19. What about you, ojyou-chan?

Ayaka: Watashi wa Ayaka desu. Erm… I know this is too much to ask but can I stay with you for the time being?

Hiro: If you don't mind my place being too small for the both of us, sure. It won't be much of a problem. I'll just have to find for another futon. It should be somewhere in here. (Searches through the apartment)

Sorry for taking such a long time to update this. Just that nothing came into my mind . many thanks for all the reviews!