100 Days with Mr. Arrogant
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Chapter Seven: Independence
Yamato's car stopped in front of Mimi's house. Sora, who was so worried about Mimi was watching by the window. She automatically ran to the gate and meet her. Yamato saw her coming, and he held Mimi's hand.
"Remember the contract."
"Hai…" she answered, smiling cheerfully. "Goodnight, Yamato-kun!" she said, moving away from him. Yamato was puzzled by her reaction. She's still cheerful despite the fact that she was suppressed by his contract with her.
"Goodnight," he replied, going back to his car. After he closed the door, he watches Mimi walk towards her house. She is energetically waving her hand to Sora. Before he drove away, he smiled to himself…
"Sora!" Mimi called out.
"How was it?" Sora nudged Mimi. "I'm sure you enjoyed it!"
"Yeah," Mimi agreed. "I guess we would be dating more often!"
"That's good news!"
"Miss Mimi has arrived!" a maid announced, and from the grand staircase, her mom and dad came down to meet her.
"Cupcake!" (What a dull nickname! I based this on English dubbed series) they replied.
"Mom, dad!" she cried. "at last, you're here early! I thought I would not see you before I sleep again…"
"We thought so, that's why we came earlier today." Her mother told her. "Have you eaten your dinner already?"
"Yes." She answered. "I already ate outside…"
"Ah, that's why you came late." Her mom said.
"Are you going out with someone?" her dad asked her directly.
"Sweetie, why do you need to ask her like that?" Mimi's mom said.
"To tell you all the truth, I did go out with someone." Mimi admitted.
"WHAT!"
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Yamato arrived at his penthouse which is not far from Mimi's place. He had been staying there since he was a college freshman, and he really demanded for that. He wants to be free from his dad's restrictions inside the house, and he hates the maids who go crazy over him. They tend not to serve him but only to get closer to him.
His place was not that big as their mansion, but it's simple decors and wallpaper is just great. His things are not that many, and he prefers a silent surrounding.
He climbed upstairs and went to his room, then he went to the balcony. The cool wind was really relaxing him from the stress he had just to go out with Mimi.
"Why does everyone need to know who the girl I want is?" he said. "it's not much of an issue."
Then, his thoughts came back to the girl, Mimi. She always tries to show him a happy side. He knew she does not want the entire contract and she was just forced to. That trait was incredible, especially for a rich girl like her. At first, he was actually thinking that she'll sneer at him, but what had happened was the contrary to what he expects.
"Why would I feel sorry about it? Besides, she needs to pay." He thought. "Maybe she's simply different."
Again, he recalled that the contract involves her living with him, serving him. He knew that she would be very aggravated with housework. For a guy like him who lived with dozens of maids to serve him, housework is a grueling job. What more if a rich girl experiences it? He mentally praised himself for doing such a nice deal.
"This would likely teach her a lesson. I'll test your patience. Maybe 10 days is enough for you to surrender."
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"Who is the lucky guy then?"
"Well… uh…" Mimi cannot put it into words. She was rather shy about it. She never talked about her parents with regards to love life and crushes… the only person who understands that thing for her is Sora.
"He's Ishida Yamato. The son of a rich business tycoon, and they own a group of companies." Sora intercepted, trying to ease Mimi's confusion.
"Right!" she simply agreed.
"Cool!" Mimi's mother exclaimed. "Is she your classmate? How old is he?"
"He's a college sophomore, he's taking the same course as I am."
"Is he good?"
Mimi took some time before she answered. Then she recalled how Yamato treated her. That flashback made her smile a bit. She remembered his childishness and how he insists something, even his deadly glares. She recalled how his face looks like when he's annoyed at her, and when he looks confused in seeing her cry.
"Definitely." She answered proudly.
"That is so great, cupcake!" her mom praised her. "it's such a hassle to find a guy that you want to date."
"Yet the only place where you could find is at the University!" her dad added.
"Tell us more about this guy!"
Sora looked at Mimi, and listened carefully… Mimi sat on the sofa at their living room. It was obvious that the whole family is eager to listen,including the butler, the maids, security people especially her parents. This is the first time she's gonna say something about a guy.
"First of all, I will tell about how he looks like. Sora had seen him before. He's actually a campus idol. He has blonde hair, blue eyes, nice physique, and a really charming face!" she was blushing while she's talking. It was noticeable.
"Next, he does look cold in the exterior, but the truth is, he's a very caring and sympathetic guy." She continued. "he is just not used to show his real personality to lots of people."
"As we converse with each other, I found out that… he's such a kind-hearted person."
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"Why would you think I need money!" he yelled. "you think I am a poor guy!"
Mimi was sweat dropped. "Of course not… But then, why do you have to do everything?"
"You owe me your life and we have to settle that. So you should go with me." He told her.
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"And he's such a gentle man…" Mimi said, and she smiled.
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She suddenly tripped on a foot and lost her balance. She was to fall when…
"Watch it! You ----" a voice exclaimed harshly.
Mimi opened her eyes slowly, and saw that a person had saved her from her mere clumsiness. She looked at the person, and it was a guy with piercing blue eyes, mesmerizing her and icily staring at her. She almost lost control about his real handsomeness. No guy had made her feel that way. His blonde hair appealed as well.
Then the look in his eyes turned into real anger. He looked sideways and murmured something.
"You almost hurt… ME!"
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"He also wanted to protect me…" she continued.
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"Okay. See ya." Taichi bade. "Where's your next class?"
"That building, room 18." He pointed out.
"Mimi's class is there too!" Hikari said. Yamato shot a glare at Mimi. Mimi looked down.
"I'm not yet going to---" then she felt that her arm was warm.
"I'm going with her…" Yamato said softly, and then he smirked.
Mimi's panicking now. "N-No! my class isn't yet---"
"Okay, Yamato-niichan. Take care of my friend!" Hikari said, smiling at them
"Don't worry. I definitely will…" he said, motioning to the building. Mimi tried her best to get off his grasp, but he's just stronger than her.
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"He also wants a fair relationship. And he really gives back any kindness you did to him…"
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"Ishida, let me go!" Mimi exclaimed.
"Whatever you say…" then he suddenly removed his grip at her arm and Mimi almost came tumbling down the stairs. He looked back to check her. Then he smirked.
"That's for colliding with me." He muttered.
"What?" Mimi cried out, catching up to him. "What about that!"
"It hurt, so you must hurt too."
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"… lastly, he hates to see me cry…" she ended…
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"C'mon! don't cry! I hate to see crying girls!" he exclaimed, going to her side. "Anyway, the deal was not that hard!"
"Really?"
"I thought you've read it…" Yamato murmured. "Stop crying!" He offered his handkerchief to her, and she eagerly accepted it.
Mimi wiped her tears, and Yamato sighed. "Stop crying now, okay?"
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After everyone heard her descriptions, they were relieved. As for now, the rest were convinced that Yamato was a relly great person as Mimi was telling. As much as possible after that, Mimi's parents wanted to meet him.
"I also have something to tell everyone…" Mimi said suddenly.
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Yamato suddenly sneezed. He walked towards the side table and checked the voice messages that were left at his phone. There were three messages:
"Hey, son, where have you been? Call me back when you've heard this."
"Yamato, are you dating someone? Call me back after you arrive!"
"Yamato, have you found a girlfriend? I am reminding you of our deal. Don't forget, Saturday, 6 PM. It's the time I've been waiting for. Don't fail me…"
Yamato sighed; it's just his dad again. Nagging him and telling him what he should do. He never forgets to leave a message everyday. He's hell-bent in making him date a girl. That was always what he wants him to accomplish. His father is just making sure that the next company president will produce heirs.
Because of his father's desperateness, he and Yamato had a deal that his house will be forfeited in case he does not have a girl until their deadline, the next Saturday. His father has several requirements, and Yamato was certain that Mimi is the only girl who can pass his dad's requirements, because she seems to be perfect in the eyes of people.
"I'm in need, so I have to do everything." He said.
He picked up the phone, and dialed his father's number.
"Hello, dad? I'm ready for our deal."
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"What is it, cupcake?" her dad asked "anything you want?"
"Yes. And I need your approval on this." She inhaled deeply and prepared for the next thing.
"Okay, just tell it."
"Mom, dad, everyone…" she began. "I… want to live independently. I want to move out for a while, and I want to try a life without your help…"
Mimi's parents and the rest of them were jaw-dropped on what she announced. Since when did she got this liberal idea? Mimi looked at everyone anxiously, and she remained calm.
If I won't be able to convince them, Yamato-kun might tell them about the whole havoc.
Sora smiled at her, and she pat Mimi's back. "That's a great move, Mimi. From that, I know you can do it. You can stand on your own feet. From that, you will be a more outstanding person." Sora replied. "I support her for her plan."
Thanks, Sora! Mimi cried deep inside her.
Mimi's mom was dramatically leaning on her dad's shoulders. They were somewhat crying. (They are known as peculiar people)
"Well, if that's the case, we'll have to let you go, cupcake…" her dad said. "We'll just send your money. When are you moving? Have you found a place already?"
"Yes, dad. Don't worry. I'll be leaving… in 2 days."
"Oh, cupcake!" her mother cried, "We will miss you, right?"
The rest of them were touched by it (I don't know why!) and they all nodded. Starting that day, Mimi decided that she should learn about household chores. Sora was willing to teach her. Because of what Mimi had announced, the deal must really continue…
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A/N: Thanks for your appreciation about my fic.