A chapter I don't like that much. And also, if you're wondering why the love note and Cu-Pid aren't mentioned anymore, don't worry. There's something happening in heaven lol.. (really, I'm thinking of going hiatus, but I guess I'll just do that when this story and the other one I newly started finishes..)
The Love Note
Chapter 8: The Road Not Taken
-Natsume's Point-of-View-
"What did you say!?" I shouted as I slammed my fist on the table. "Anima did WHAT!?"
"He.. he bought countless companies that were under your family's company," the black suited man replied.
"How could that happen!? Don't tell me my father just allowed him to buy it!" I yelled. The loss of those companies would be a large problem. Who knows how large the downfall of our company's income if we don't get them back.
"You see, there are other people below your father. I think they sold it without telling him and resigned in haste to not be found out." Suddenly, a cell phone rang. The man handed it to me.
"Who's that?" I asked.
"Y.. your father."
I cursed as I grabbed the phone from his hand.
"Father?"
"Go to my office. NOW!"
"Hai (yes)," I hissed
"Anima came here just now," my father sternly said as he handed me a suitcase. "He said he's giving the companies back if you take this." He glared at me. "And you WILL take this suitcase, no matter what it contains."
I took it. The weight of the suitcase immediately told me what it contained. One billion, the amount I asked from him. I immediately went home, with then turned the phone off. I kicked the table in anger. "Damn, and I thought he backed away already. That guy plays hardcore!"every minute, the weight of the case seemed to increase.
I frowned. What is this? I feel so troubled when I shouldn't be. I could just let go of Mikan, forget about her. I've acted long enough. Moreover, that girl angel isn't appearing anymore. Why don't I just forget everything? It would be easier that way.
-Mikan's Point-of-View-
"Mikan! Someone's here to meet you!" My mother called from downstairs. I glanced at the clock. It was already five in the afternoon. Who would meet me so late? I smiled. Must be Natsume. I shook my head. Why the hell did I just smile!? Our kiss before flashed into my mind, making me blush. I slapped my cheeks. What am I thinking!?
I rushed downstairs and was surprised to see him.
"Anima?" I muttered. He looked at me then grabbed my hand. "Wait! Where are we going!?"
When we reached his car, he told me to get in. I hesitantly followed. He smiled at me, "We can finally be together."
Anima brought me to several shops, we watched movies, and ate a lot. It was a normal outing, but I knew that people saw us as a couple. But no, that's not the case. I went with Anima as a friend, nothing more and nothing less.
Everything was fun, until he brought me to his house.
Natsume walked on the streets, trying to act calm and composed, but he knew he was failing at it. He heaved a sigh then started running. Everybody stared at him but he didn't even notice it. Maybe he did, but that didn't stop him from running.
When he arrived at Anima's house, he was surrounded by guards.
"Who are you!?" they angrily shouted.
Natsume glared at them and lifted his fist. "See this? If you don't move away, it will send you to the hospital."
"You—!"
"Stop!" Natsume turned around to see Anima beside Mikan. Anima smiled at Natsume then frowned when he saw that Natsume brought a suitcase, "What are you doing here?"
Natsume grabbed Mikan, but Anima quickly grabbed her other hand. "Taking back my girl," Natsume replied as he handed Anima the suitcase.
Anima stared at the suitcase then back at Natsume. "Do you know what you're doing? The companies won't be returned."
"Do I look like I care?" Noticing that Anima wasn't going to let go, Natsume offered, "Why don't we let the princess decide then?"
Mikan was surprised, a gasp escaping her mouth. She looked away and bit her bottom lift. Hesitantly, she let go of Anima's hand. There was silence until Mikan finally spoke, "I'm sorry."
Anima smiled a painful smile, his eyes fixed to the ground. "Leave now, before I grab your hand again."
Natsume had to drag Mikan away. The situation was sad, after all it was already impossible for Anima and Mikan to be friends.
Anima sat at the sofa. "Any woman would have chosen me," he smiled sadly, "..but I guess she's not just any woman."
"Sir, what do we do to companies? Do we keep them?" one of the guards asked.
"Give them back. It's not like I can manage them anyway."
"Are you okay?" Natsume asked.
I looked away, "Y.. yeah."
Natsume frowned, "What's with that sad look?" he pulled my chin up and bent down, leaving only a few inches between our faces. "You should be happy. You made the right choice."
He kissed me. I was surprised, but I kissed him back. I was blushing, but that didn't matter. I've chosen Natsume, and I hope it's a choice I won't regret.
"Two roads diverged in a wood, and I—
I took the one less traveled by,
And that has made all the difference."
-Robert Frost
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