Treading Along The Footsteps
written by Shaun Garin
Yu-Gi-Oh Duel Monsters and Yu-Gi-Oh Duel Monsters Generation Next is owned by Kazuki Takahashi and Studio Dice. Part Five of an undetermined amount of first person conversations.
Perspectives 05 : Hayato
"Sir! Thank you for seeing me!"
"Come now, there's no problem with formalities Hayato-boy. Please, have a seat."
"I have to say it's a real honour to work with you Pegasus-sama."
"Oh please, call me Pegasus. There's no need for honorifics."
"Er, yes, thank you Pegasus."
"I was most impressed with your artwork Hayato-boy which is why I wished to hire you on the internship. I trust you have some ideas regarding koalas?"
"Yes sir, koala cards are my favourite! They remind of my trip to Australia."
"Good good! I like your enthusiasm Hayato-boy. But I was just thinking; there is something on your mind is there not?"
"Er…"
"Don't worry, I'm not a mind reader… well, not any more anyhow. But I can see when someone is worried."
"It's just nerves Pegasus. I'm just overwhelmed to work with you."
Pegasus smiled as he leaned back in his chair in his desk at Industrial Illusions. The warm leather reflected the morning sunlight and Hayato was surprised to see that the man was at total peace with himself. "You know…" he said quietly, "I had a dream once, and I gave it up for the sake of others. Would you give up everything to let others dream your dream?"
Hayato took a breath and replied. "Yes sir, I would. Except that the dreams that people have, are the same as mine. I won't let you down sir."
Pegasus' serene expression split into a wide jovial grin as he threw his arms out in a grand gesture. "Good, good! I like the way you think Hayato-boy! Lets get you settled in and oh, I'm certain an advance is needed so that you can get your apartment settled. It's good to have you on staff Hayato-boy. I expect great things from you and Death Koala."
Hayato blinked, Pegasus and he shook and Death Koala smiled, munching on eucalyptus leaves.