The day of the pageant for longed and Aya was nervous. All the girls who entered in the pageant were busily getting ready, not forgetting to make cutting remarks at each other. Aya wasn't there to make friends but she was rather surprised on the way the girls were treating each other. Being treated like a male is simpler Aya thought. One of the contestants, especially targeted Aya rather obsessively. The 'ex-girlfriend' of Nishikado was angry with Aya. Maybe it was the fact that the F4 (excluding Domyouji ) had banners that read 'Good Luck Aya!' on them. Red with embarrassment, but happy for some encouragement Aya waved at the F4, Makino and Kuzaya's crowd.
Aya particularly didn't care for the prize or the trip for she had other motives in mind for coming to the pageant. The announcer was explaining to the audience that the rules of every 3 years had changed and was now every year. As she geared up to greet and wave at the audience, she felt a prickle of uneasiness as if somebody was watching her with malicious intent. However, Aya ignored it and continued for the first test.
The first test for the contestants was to act out a scene in which they had to show their grace under pressure. As each contestant listened to over the phone for the information Aya was mentally preparing for her turn. Finally, the phone passed to her and Aya listened intently.
'Hello my fiancée,' said Aiki. ' You don't have to respond but I want to see you, just nod to confirm.'
Aya smiled to the camera and nodded. 'Good girl. Now what I want you to do is to show up at the amusement park on Christmas Day. With that beautiful smile of yours too,' said Aiki.
Aya almost gritted her teeth, but smiled again to the camera. 'See you at 2 pm,' said Aiki, with a sing- song voice.
Aya hung up the phone and looked at the audience. The audience stayed for a split second stunned and then clapped their hands, some with tears in their eyes. Aya was rather confused for a moment until she was told that she did a rather convincing portrayal of somebody who had to be interrupted from a rather big stack company meeting. The interruption was to be told that her family was killed in a car accident and she was the only living surviving member. Aya after being told this felt mixed emotions. Ironically no one knew, expect her, the fact that she had just listened to somebody while under pressure and she had to react in a compose manner in real life.
Aya wanted to leave the contest as soon as possible, but it seemed fate to be against her. How much Aya tried to sabotage her entry but for some reason she kept going to the next level. Finally, it was the final contest and she was up against the girl that was the 'friend' of Nishikado. The friend, Miaka, was glaring at Aya said, 'I will win this contest and Nishikado for that matter. You just watch you back.' Aya bemused only smiled and raised one eyebrow at Miaka. She seems to be under the impression that I want to win. Although now because of that cutting remark it makes we want to actually beat her because she deserves a set back Aya thought.
However, Aya didn't really care for winning and let it slide. The winner of the competition was Miaka and she beamed with pride at the announcement. However, Miaka wanted to get Nishikado's attention, but was all in vain. Nishikado's eyes were glued to Aya, as Aya left the stairs to greet everybody & thank who supported her.
Nishikadopatted Aya's head and said, 'well done.'
Aya smiled up at Nishikado said, 'lets celebrate!' giving Nishikado a hand slap on the back. With that, remark left ' Nishikado´s side and went out the door followed by a cheering group. Everyone had started to drink at the celebration dinner and were a happy bunch when Aya's cell phone rang. Aya quickly got up from the table, excused herself, and went to answer it in the ladies bathroom. When Aya finished explaining to Mukou the details of her plan to confront Aiki she got out of the bathroom and ran into Nishikado.Nishikado had his back against the wall and was waiting for Aya. Nishikadoput his arm around Aya, said 'you know what reward I want. Lets leave this place and get ourselves comfortable.'
Aya beamed a smile up at Nishikado replied, your absouletly right. However, don't you that it will be a little bit more romantic on Christmas Day? & it would mean something more to me because I'm…' blushing Aya left the last word in order for Nishikadoto fill in the gaps.
Nishikado's eyes widened a bit relented quite easily to meet at the amusement park at 1:30 pm tomorrow. Nishikado whistled happily and returned to the group not noticing Aya lagging behind. Aya had a sad expression on her face but she quickly dispelled her feelings and went over to the group. About an hour, later Aya said her goodbyes to all giving excuses of being tired and exited the door.
Mukou was waiting to meet with her outside and they got into an unmarked car. They later arrived at an unmarked location and entered the building. There they were greeted by a yukuza leader by the name of Shenshi, Kuanji.
Location: Island close to Fiji.
'Its been three weeks since being kidnapped correct?' asked Kiko. Kiko who was now wearing her tank top and shorts from P.E. there was no reason by now to stay conservative being it was damm too hot in the island. Moreover, Kiko had already placed barriers with Kudo who in the second week was beginning to see Kiko in a completely different light. Sexually that is…Men! .
'Yes,' replied Shigraki. Who by know have given up drinking coconuts and had started trying out new recipes for the group to taste & eat…coconut curry. Coconut banana curry.
'Aren't you worried for Aya? Don't you think she might find this difficult? She is impulsive you know Kudo,' said Kiko.
'I know she is, but I have complete faith in her. However, if things go wrong, I have Back-Up Plan A,' said Kudo. Who by know was inching a little bit closer to Kiko in order for him to get easy access of her arse.
'What's the back up plan?' asked Kiko. Who noticed what Kudo was doing and gave Kudo a slap for good measure.
Kudo who by know had a round pouting face, gave Kiko a scowl. 'It makes me not want to tell you now that you have bared my hand from your arse,' replied Kudo.
Kiko sighed and put her head up to the skies. 'Speaking of skies, it seems weird. I can actually see the skies and the beaches aren't artificial. I haven't heard of any island that hasn't already been invaded by companies. We seem to be an island unhabited,' said Kiko.
Shigraki quickly looked up from his new culinary invention and said, 'that's what I thought too a couple of days ago. Isn't it strange that there are no noises from boats and helicopters?'
Kudo looked up at the sky and said, 'that is true. I might be able to pin point our exact location using my astute observations.' While Kudo was saying this comment, winked at Shigraki. Kudo streached his legs and took his back-pack 'I'm going for a walk,' said Kudo.
'Isn't Kudo acting a little bit strange?" asked Kiko.
Shigraki just shook his head and went back to his culinary invention. Kiko bit her lip and decided to follow Kudo.
Location: Kuryugumi mansion
'We leave things to your capable hands,' said Ryuji.
'We have supplied you with the latest technology and man-power for your search. Both children should have a homing beacon in their mini-computers to make it easier for you to track them. However, if they are out of range it might prove difficult Bun-San.'
'I understand,' replied Bun-San.
Ryujihad his arm wrapped around Tsukasa so she wouldn't bolt & made her wave to Bun san and co goodbye.
'In a week if there is no contact than we shall go, but have faith,' said Ryuji . Tsukasa just gritted her teeth . There's no way in hell I'm waiting a week!