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Chapter Three – Big Brother Kuon

Kuon struggled as he entered the LME agency building with Kyoko's hand in his own. He was trying to walk at a slow enough pace for her and had offered to give her a piggyback ride at least three times. Still she had refused and so he had taken her hand and tried to keep smiling though in his head he was screaming and panicking and stressing out. "So, this is where I work," he grinned. "I do lots of important things here."

"What do you do?" Kyoko asked as she looked at him and Kuon blinked. She was completely adorable but he had to stop thinking of her as his wife. That was creepy. Maybe if Kyoko knew who she was then he would be able to talk to her and they could figure things out but this was a small girl, he couldn't think of her as his wife anymore. He smiled weakly.

"I'm an actor. I work in the movies and dramas mostly. Sometimes I go to foreign countries to do work," he smiled and Kyoko gazed at him before smiling excitedly.

"That sounds sooo cool," she said and Kuon smiled again.

"I think it is. I think I was maybe a year or so younger then you when I decided to become an actor. Both of my parents are actors but especially my dad. I've always grown up admiring him and I saw how happy he is when he acts. I wanted to follow in his footsteps," Kuon told her believing that this was the first time he was telling her this and unaware that Kyoko was just acting herself. "How about you, Kyoko-chan," he said before laughing awkwardly, "What dreams do you have?"

Kyoko watched him feeling that she only had one thing that she could possibly say that would continue this act and she really hated to say it especially to Kuon. "I'm going to be a bride to Sho-kun," she said and Kuon stopped and put a hand on his forehead. Kyoko watched him not knowing how he would handle this. She wanted to test him to see how he could deal with the stress of having a little kid say something he disagreed with.

"That's a pretty interesting dream," he told her with a weak chuckle. "But even if he is your prince for right now, you might find someone else one day who loves you just as much as you will love them." Kuon got down closer to her and pulled her into his arms. "But no matter what happens, you still have big brother Kuon to help you and comfort you," he told her before moving backwards and held out his pinky. "And that's a pinky promise."

Kyoko hooked her pinky with his and he nodded to her. She could see the determination in his eyes to keep loving her and protect her with his own life. She felt guilty for doing this to someone who was so kind and though he might not have been honest initially, he hadn't lied to her for three years…well the odd white lie here and there but that's what anyone did.

Kuon opened his mouth to say something else but let out a sigh of relief as he saw Yashiro. They had originally agreed to meet at his home but then Kuon realized that the president would need him to be here too. He had to think of some lie and though right now he could say that he was babysitting, he needed the president's help and advice in figuring out what to do.

"Who is this?" Yashiro asked excitedly. "Are you and Ky-"

"Me and my wife did not adopt her although she is a very sweet and cute and intelligent girl," Kuon said and Yashiro could see from his expression that something wasn't right. "Her name is Mogami Kyoko," he said and Yashiro looked at him in shock before seeing the intensity in Kuon's eyes.

"You said that her name Is -" Yashiro began.

"I'm Mogami Kyoko," Kyoko gave an elegant and formal bow before rising, "It's very nice to meet you, sir."

Yashiro's eyes widened and he stared at Kuon, giving a strained smile to the small girl before grabbing Kuon's shoulder and Kuon felt the compassion in his friend's eyes. This was still a shock to both of them but Kuon wanted to do his best to keep Kyoko safe. Unlike himself, it wasn't just going to be easy to call someone to take care of her. Her mother had left her and although their relationship had improved, she wouldn't be taking her daughter back into her life willingly. Then there was the Fuwa family and the couple from Darumaya. The second was the better choice but Kuon didn't feel he could impose on them. He would have to be the one to take care of Kyoko. If she stayed with the Fuwas then there was no telling what his rival would do and he would hate this young Kyoko to be manipulated.

"So how did you get her clothes this morning?" Yashiro asked and Kuon paled before putting a hand over his face. He had to admit that he had requested something from Lory and asked that he not ask questions but he would explain when they reached the agency.

"With difficulty," he said quietly before seeing Kyoko blinking up at him. He looked around before gesturing to an empty bench. "It looks like there are some seats over there," he said as he gently pushed her hair back. "Is it okay if you sit there and wait for me, I promise that your big brother will come over as soon as possible," he told her with a smile and she nodded.

Kyoko watched. She felt bad that Kuon was sweating so much and seemed so uncomfortable. It would probably have been easier for him if she explained that she knew exactly what was going on and their history and who he was. Still, he was acting as sweet and kind and noble as she knew that he really was. She saw Yashiro turn to him and felt Kuon breathe out a years worth of sighs.

"This must suck for you," Yashiro told him sympathetically. "I mean, it's crazy. I don't understand it. Still, it must really suck for you. Kyoko probably only has a faint idea of who you are and she most likely thinks that you're a fairy prince. You also can't touch her or comfort her like you usually do. You have to make believe that she's just a -"

Kuon sighed again and put a hand to his forehead hoping to hold back a headache. "I wish that she knew who she was before this happened. Seeing her doing the things that she usually does but as a six-year-old would be weird but at least she'd be supportive of me. I know that I can't touch her or anything and it's not like she has a family or home to go back to."

"Have you considered asking your parents for help?" Yashiro asked and Kuon turned.

"My father is finishing up on his latest movie and my mother has a few shows for fashion week," he told Yashiro feeling drained. He could finally talk about his parents since he had come out under his true name. Still, as famous as his parents were, that meant that they were less able to help him and have the time to help him with this.

"I'm sure that your father has an even busier schedule than you do," Yashiro sighed and Kuon shook his head.

"Actually," he winked, "I'm more in demand but with Kyoko in this manner, I suppose I have to cancel my international shoots. I mean. Can I take her with me? She probably has to go to school. How the heck am I going to explain that she has the same name as Kyoko and she's a six-year-old," he groaned wishing that the world would take pity on him.

"You could hire a home-school tutor," Yashiro advised and Kuon took a look back at Kyoko. He nodded not sure whether it was best for Kyoko to be with him and therefore able to travel with him or whether she should socially be around children her own age. He also didn't know how long this would last but even if there was no cure, he had promised to take care of her for as long as they both shall live. He would do that. Even if he had to see her married to somebody else, he would take care of her and be there as her big brother type of person. If only she could remember him properly.

"I'll think about it. No matter what I choose to do though, it has to be the right decision for her." Kuon patted Yashiro's shoulder, "Thank you for talking to me. It means a lot to have your support," he thanked his friend before moving back to Kyoko. "Sorry that took so long. Thank you for being such a good girl and sitting here patiently. I really appreciate it."

"Big Brother," Kyoko asked as she tilted her head to the side, "Are you okay? You don't look so good."

"I'll be fine," Kuon told her. He scooped her up in his arms and pressed her to his chest, letting her head rest on his shoulder. "We're going to go see someone else but don't worry, he's a pretty fun guy, I've known him since I was young and since before I can remember meeting him. He's the most important person in this building," Kuon said before Yashiro went over to hand him the outfits. Kuon thanked him with a nod before they went to the elevator.

Kuon paled as the doors opened and he saw many people exit. He still held Kyoko close to him but could see people walking past him and talking about how adorable she was. Kyoko had thrown both of her arms around his neck and was holding on tightly. Kuon just gave weak smiles and nods to each of the people who passed him.

"Let's just go see the president," Kuon told her as he tried to smile to the many questions being asked of him. He looked to Kyoko and kissed her forehead. The world usually wasn't kind to him but what kind of new torture was this? As he got to the top floor and the president's private office, he put Kyoko down and took her hand in his.

"Big Brother Kuon," Kyoko said as she tugged on his hand, "Can I see Mr. President alone?" she asked and Kuon opened his mouth confused and surprised. Most kids wanted their guardian or parent to be with them when they met new people.

"Why? Aren't you nervous?" he asked her. "Listen, I'm taking care of you, okay? I can come in with you. You don't need to do this alone."

"I want to do it alone," Kyoko told him and Kuon looked at her as if asking why she would propose such a thing. He didn't want for her to push herself. Not knowing what else to do, he zipped up the jacket that she was wearing.

"Okay. I'll let you be a brave girl," he told her though he still was looking at her feeling very concerned about all of this. "I'll be right outside if you need me," he promised her as he tucked a loose strand of hair behind her ear. Kyoko nodded and Kuon knocked on the door before hearing the president answer. Kyoko went into the room and shook her head as Kuon tried to come in too.

Kyoko paused as she saw the president and turned back to the door. Before Lory could even get a word out Kyoko went to him. "First of all, I don't know why I'm small," she told him and Lory froze. "Second, please don't tell Kuon that I remember everything."

Lory nodded slowly, not sure how to answer that and he usually was able to give an answer to anything.

End of Chapter Three

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