Hi, everyone! I just want to say that at least for the two following chapters are for the sake of getting to know some of the characters life aspects. So Kaya and Byakuya won't get to know each other for some time. However I hope you enjoy the new chapter. And by the way I don't own any of the Bleach! characters.
General POV
The sun's light filtered through the thin beige curtains in Kaya's simple room. In her room she had only what she deemed useful and her cherished possessions. Parallel to her bed was placed her bedside table on which was placed one alarm clock, on this clock one could read written with vibrant red 6:59 am, this means she is about to wake up. So Kaya stirred under the covers so many days waking up at 7:00 am made her almost not need an alarm clock as it had became a habit. Next to the clock was a lamp and beneath it the romance novel she was reading right. This book's story always made her think " Ah. This only happens in books"but deep inside her she wished it would happen to her.
7:00 am the alarm clock beeped incessantly now. Kaya rolled on her bed so she could press the button that made the noise go away. When it stopped she smiled contented rolling again on her bed pushing the warm blankets harder against her. It was so warm in bed that she didn't want to get up. But summoning her courage she pulled the blankets away and got up.
After showering and dressing she went downstairs where she met with her mother, Arakawa Ayame.
Kaya's POV
" Good morning, dear" she said with a fresh smile. " Did you sleep well?"
" Yes, mother and you?" I asked stretching my arms. My mother nodded. " That's good, Kaya, we have a lot to do" she continued excited. My mother's dream was to open her own pastry store and, finally, now we were in the process of doing it. I being an Economics and Finances major helped a lot but not sometimes with the legal aspects nevertheless we were close as we had already found a place to the store and had some suppliers' agreements. It's here that my skills come in using my knowledge to make business. Oh! Well first I had to study this line of business , of course. "I know mother, let's eat this delicious breakfast and then let's continue with work" I answered as sat down at the kitchen's table.
Now we only need to hire waiters, some kitchen help, and finishing decorating and equipping the kitchen.
" For the waiters and bakers we can post an add the newspaper and on the internet . What do you think, Kaya?" my mother asked after we discussed all the other aspects.
"That's good. Mother you should write down what you expect from the bakers, like the qualifications and such. For the waiters I think I can write it down." I said satisfied. My mother's dream was coming true. " Good. When you came back from work and college we'll post it." my mother ended. I nodded before standing up reaching for my bags. " You should go now, Kaya, or you'll be late. " I looked at the kitchen clock my eyes widened it was almost 8:30. I had to be at college at 9.00. "Have a good day, mother. I'll be going now." I said enthusiastically opening the door and leaving home. I headed to the bus station.
Once I reached my destination I started walking down the streets heading towards college. I hadn't scheduled to go there before work but I received an e-mail saying there was going to be a conference we had to attend so I had to go there.
Now after some minutes walking I was reaching the campus I could already spot the lush trees.
" Good morning, Kaya-san" I turned around and I saw my friend, Nanao, like always she wore her hair in a tight bun, glasses, jeans and a simple t-shirts nevertheless she always looked beautiful. In turn I wore my hazelnut colored hair loose reaching to my shoulder blades, a flowly white button blouse also with jeans but mine were black ones.
" Good morning, Nanao-san. How you're doing?" I asked with a smile as we walked into the economics department building. " I'm doing well but I still lots study for our exam this Friday." She answer distraught I could she was tired " how about you ?"
" I'm beat. I still have lots to study. I have work and I wasn't expecting to here now. I wanted to use this morning to study a little " I answered a bit desperate too. We both sighed on our way to the auditorium. Once there we chose our seats and focused our attention on the lecturer. Then I was absorbed. It was amazing the ways one could handle money, stocks, contracts, etc. If one handles them correctly it would lead to your and your employees' prosperity but if handled poorly it was disaster. I was intrigued how to do it well that was one of the reasons I chose this major but not the most important reason however I do not want think about it now. Everything is finally alright.
"It's over. Ten o'clock now. I'm off to the library. Do you want to go with me?" Nanao asked pleased that the lecture had ended on time. To tell the truth I was too because I had now time to leisurely walk to the restaurant and that was what I would do. " I'm sorry Nanao. I have to go to work now ." I said standing up from my seat. " But I'll see you later on class" I ended.
" Sure just asking. By the way don't overwork yourself, yes?" she stated worried. Nanao had known me since middle school and knew that sometimes I worked too much for my own good. Stuff like studying all night before the test and then I'd be too drowsy to properly answer it. "Yes Nanao I won't. You have my word" I answered smiling. "Uhm, by the way have you seen Momo?" I asked as we neared the buildings' exit
" No I haven't maybe she's in the education department or she'll come in the afternoon." Nanao wanted to become a teacher. " I see. I asked because she has the same shift as me at restaurant so I thought I head there with her." Nanao nodded. "See you later then" I said waving before leaving.
Strolling down the street again I realize I still I have some spare time. So I decide to take a look around all the shops littering side by side. One took your attention it sold all kind of books , music, computers, cameras, cell phones, televisions you name it. Although all the electronic equipments might be attractive I was more interested in the books as I'm almost done with the one I'm reading. I got in wandering directly to the book shelves perusing through them I found an interesting one. The main character was brought to the past by an ancestor seeking help to clean his name. I got a hold on it. Checking the watch I noticed I still had time so I decided to take a look around the store. It wouldn't hurt. Coming back from the music area through the televisions I noticed someone I knew. Well that greenish hair color wouldn't go unnoticed. I tapped her shoulder " Nel - chan What are you doing here ?" I asked. Nel turned around surprised as she was engrossed in her mission. " Ka-chan!" she said hiper. " I'm trying to chose a new TV but there's so many I don't know what to choose" she ended a bit gloomy. I chuckled really Nel could change her mood in a matter of seconds. "How about I help you" I offered gently. "Before I head for the restaurant" nel became gloomier. "What's wrong?" I asked " I really have bad luck" She paused " how's so?" "First my TV has broken down and then I got call from the restaurant because someone called in sick so they need me. " She ended with her round eyes downcast. I chuckled again "It's not funny!" Nel piped out "It was supposed to be my off day." I patted her again " I know. I know" I say sympathizing.
General POV
" Negotions have broken down. CEO Kuchiki has left the room. "
Nel and Kaya quickly turned their attention to the nearest TV screen the sound had suddenly been activated startling them. Kaya 's eyes widened while they stayed glued on the screen.
" Ka-chan what´s wrong?" Nel asked as Kaya's eyes were transfixed on that screen.
" What will happen now? Thousands of jobs are on the line with this corporate takeover of W telecommunications."
The reporter continued narrating on the screen as Kaya sifted her gaze to Nel. Kaya's eyes closed then she opened them again inhaling a deep breath " Oh! My God. I'm a moron. "She suddenly exclaimed loudly. "Hey! Calm down Ka-chan." Nel said quickly signaling her friend to pipe down. Everybody in the store was looking at them. " I'm sorry" Kaya squeaked.
" Now what's the matter? I don't believe that's because you saw that guy again. " Nel stated arms crossed.
Indeed it was because she saw the extravagant men she waited on the restaurant yesterday but it wasn't because of the reasons Nel would want to point.
" I'm a moron" Kaya repeated before dashing to pay the book of her choosing. Nel following her , TV forgotten.
CEO Kuchiki had now left the conference room where the discussion of the takeover was taking place. It had been a long time since he had stormed out a meeting like that. He hadn't really stormed out; he had warned the other party. More dillydallying, indecision and stupid conditions as one of his administrators said and he would leave the room in the next meeting. Maybe this way the other party would understand that they needed to decide or he would move on. They would be the ones to lose everything. As well as he couldn't conceive how someone so incompetent could ever run such a enterprise the proof was that the said company was now needing to change hands. Furthermore what irritated him more than the W telecommunications CEO stupidity was the very fact that his stupidity was threatening the lives of his employees. He always believed that careful, well thought planning and negotiation would avoid such situations and worse occasions laying off employees. Now sitting in his luxurious car he had instructed his driver to return to the office. He had other matters to attend to. Sighing he looked out the window observing the streets as his car passed by two girls leaving a store, never knowing that he was the conversation topic.
Kaya's POV
" How could I not recognize him. " I said amazed to Nel. "What do you mean? " Nel asked.
"He's the guy that went to the restaurant right?" I really didn't ask it was more of statement. Nel nodded matter of fatly. "So?"
"SO! I might really not be an economics major. He's the Kuchiki Corporation CEO, Kuchiki Byakuya. They were first in the banking business and stocks but then expanded to all sorts of trades " HEHHH! That guy is amazing!" Nel exclaimed. I nodded nervously. "Really now! Are you studying? You above all should know about him. Be careful you might flunk you next exam." Nel teased poking me.
"Shut up" I piped " I'm very well prepared. It's not like they're going to ask me how he looks like." Nel shrugged her shoulders. "Well but it's kind of elementary to know who the guy is." Nel teased again. "That's enough!" I pouted upset pushing her down the street "Let's go to work"