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Kanae is still bothered with Kyoko's decision. That night when they were about to hit the hay, she voiced out her opinions. She was worried, Kyoko is giving away a part of her, she is just not aware of it yet. Standing on Kyoko's Point of view, she understands her eagerness to be a baby mama. Its an easy money. But what kind of mother will give away her kids. The conversation ended with Kyoko saying "It might not be me, Kijima-sama said he would call if its me, for all we know there are hundreds of other woman in the line." That did not make things any better.
She decided she will look after her friend be this thing happened.
"Akazukin-san, where are the files that I asked?!" Kuon shouted from his office. His secretary came in rushing looking for the said files in his table and gave it to him. "Fix this! arrange it!" Kuon said furiously pointing at his table. Not wanting to be caged in his office any longer he decided to go out to chill. "I'll be going out for a while, when i come back, I want my table clean".
He was obviously throwing a tantrum. why you ask? For two days now, he haven't seen even a glimpse of Kyoko. She changed shifts today, unfortunately. He did not delve for more information, people in Cafe Bien might think of him as a stalker, not that he already his. It was a wrong move giving in to his inner wants of seeing Kyoko everyday, He can't still figure out how this woman had that effect on him. It's still because he desire her, right? Right?
Also, up until now he still can't find a surrogate mom of his standard. All the bios that Kijima passed were full of wonderful, pretty women. He wouldn't think twice bedding them actually, but he was looking for someone he will share his genes to create life not a playmate.
Add the stress his work was giving him. A man can only take too much. A few more minutes of unwinding when his phone rang, not bothering to check the caller he answered "Hello"
"Sir, I hope you did not forget the meeting with the board of directors today, its in half an hour" His secretary reminded. "Yes, I will be there" Damn it all.
XXX
The meeting ended well, Kuon presented his idea about opening a hotel in Paris, expanding their franchise in Europe. From the portfolio Kuon had presented, the board was convince that this will be a good investment.
"The presentation was splendid Kuon. You overdid yourself this time" Yukihito said proudly. He became Kuon's second in command when Rick stepped down the position.
"Thank you, You did good yourself, Congratulations Yash" Yukihito has been of great help and contributed a lot in the company. So whatever praises Kuon receives, He deserves it too. "This means more work for us, I hope your ready for that."
"By the way, Kijima dropped by and left the documents in your office. He was in a hurry so he didn't wait for you according to Akazukin-chan" Yukihito said, he was sure this will brighten up his mood.
"Thanks, I'll check it later" or maybe not.
XXX
Kuon was elated when he found Kyoko's bio with the ones Kijima left today. He wanted to jump up and down, run in the hallway back and forth and maybe kiss everyone he sees in the way. He cannot explain the joy that blooms in his chest. He called Kijima not wanting to waste another minute. "I found the one. Thank you for helping. Will you arrange an appointment with her?" Toning down the excitement as he talks to him.
"huh?" Kijima was confused for a moment then it clicked in, "finally after so many women, I'm starting to think you wanted a man to do the job" he joked. Kuon was too ecstatic that he didn't mind, in fact he chuckled with his friend. "I wanna meet her, Kijima"
"Kuon it was agreed that you will not" Kuon wanted to pout. Why was he being denied of what he wants?
"Hidehito arrange the meeting" He ordered.
A sigh was heard on the other line. "Fine, Hizuri"
XXX
Evidently, Kijima did not arrange the meeting because an hour after they talked, Yashiro stormed in his office giving him an earful lecture. 'The bastard'
Yukihito has been talking for forty five minutes now, telling him that he should not meet the woman and stick to the plan. First Kuon said he wanted to talk to the woman face to face so they can be clear of whats going to transpire. Yukihito had a say on it. Then Kuon slipped his tongue and said something he should not. Damn. Unfortunately, he said he knew the woman. With this Yuki's eyes narrowed and he was pinned with a pointed glare. Double damn.
"Have you lost your brain?! Choosing someone you know, meeting her is risky."
"Yash-"
"What if this leaks out?! Goodness Kuon, think of the consequences of your action. World's one of the richest buying a baby! Your parents will grill us!" Yukihito said frantically.
"Calm down Yash, you are over reacting. I got this okay I know what I'm doing"
Yukihito scoffs "You don't know what your doing," he puts his arm around Kuon's shoulder and said "Think Kuon, for a minute just think. If the woman you chose knew it was you paying for the baby, she might extort money from you or she might sell it to the media. Depending who pays more, that is"
"She wont" Kuon argued.
"Sigh, should you be this stubborn?"
Kuon gave him a "I dont know what you're talking about" look.
Yuki seeing that this will go nowhere, decided to go along with it but in one condition "I go with you, I need to be there when this happens. So I know how to explain this to your parents if you screw up"
"Yeah. Whatever" Kuon was too happy to care anyway.
Kyoko received the call 5 days after she gave her bio. The person who requested for a surrogate wanted to meet her the next day. Kijima instructed her to meet them in the hotel where they first met. 'This is it Kyoko'.
XXX
She agreed to see him, well the person who asked for the surrogate, but still it was him. A smile crawl on Kuon's face just thinking about it. A week without seeing her was taking its toll on him plus adding the extra load of work he needed to do he was just about to explode. He wanted to feel bad for his secretary for lashing out his fury to her.
'I'll just give her an incentive.' He thought.
"That's something i haven't seen in several days" Yukihito said marching into his office to drop a stack of documents
"What?"
"You smiling. You've been scowling and grumpy this past week"
Kuon wipes the stupid smile he had on and glared at Yukihito, "What do you want? The door is there for a reason you know."
"I knocked, but you didn't answer. I thought you were already out so I decided to come in and leave this here" Yukihito explained sheepishly.
"Thank you, you can leave now", he said dismissively, "I don't want to be disturb so close the door"
"Heaven forbid"
Kyoko was awake even before the sun rises. She's been antsy since she received that phone call. She has been dreading for this day to come. Kanae forced her for a long talk last night, again convincing her that this is not the solution to her problems.
She understands, but what will she do. She needed a huge amount of money to loose that heavy burden passed to her. She herself did not understand why she have to pay this, her mother ran away from her responsibilities to her too. The Corp. was not the only people she left. But it was stated on the mail that she might get thrown to jail for embezzlement. She has no choice but to be this person's baby mama. It will just be for 9 months then its done.
Kanae insisted to come with her, no worries there, she needed someone too. The scheduled time was lunch. 'Might as well get up now and make myself useful, maybe help Mrs. Kotonami with breakfast"
XXX
The duo arrived in the hotel and they we're ushered in the dining area, before they entered the private room, Kanae paused and looked at Kyoko, "Do you want me inside? I don't think its a good idea knowing we will meet someone of high profile. But if you want me there, I will go."
Kyoko was grateful she came, but she doesn't want to put her in trouble, the person she will meet might not take it lightly if her friend is inside with her. Trying to push away the uneasiness she is feeling, she smiled at her friend and said "Moko-san, I think I can take it from here. But please wait for me I want to go home with you". The raven-haired woman nodded and waited for Kyoko to enter the room before she left.
XXX
Three people are already waiting for Kyoko inside, She recognized Kijima-sama immediately, she approached him and the other person sitting beside him and greeted them. The other person has his back on them, looking at the window outside.
"Mogami Kyoko, It's nice to meet you" Yukihito shook hands with her then ushered her to sit "please join us".
"It's a pleasure to meet you too,Mr.?"
"Yashiro Yukihito" Oh My Kami, Kanae was correct. The Yashiros are partnered with big companies. They are most known for their own telecom company. She did not recognize the man.
Kyoko bowed to him, and apologized, "I'm sorry for my rudeness Yashiro-sama-"
"It's okay Mogami-san, please lift your head"
"I didn't know that I am meeting you here today" Kyoko continued still not looking at him
"Oh that, I think you misunderstood, I am here as a witness to the agreement you are about sign, Mogami-san. Kuon"
Kyoko looked at the person in the window as he turn to face them. Her eyes almost bulged out of her sockets.
You gotta be kidding me!
The stars are mocking her, she is sure of it. 'Why? Kami why?
The said man smiled at her. 'Kami-sama take me now!'
"How have you been, Mogami-san?"
Hizuri Kuon, the one person she never wished to see, was the very person asking for a surrogate mom. She wish for the floor to open and eat her.
Author's Note: Yes I'm evil so I will cut it here. The next chapter is already being written but I wanted to take time and put more thoughts into it. Thank you for all the love and reviews. Whether they are to criticize or to praise I still love them. It shows that you read my work and it means a lot.
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and for real, this is it for the week. We usually go out on weekends and gadgets are forbidden. So I'll update as soon as we get back home. Have an awesome and fun-filled weekends!