Hey there everyone did you miss me. Sorry I haven't updated sooner but with Tafe and work its crazy but here I am so I hope you enjoy this chapter. I also added a bit of Ryuichi just for you, mystice
Chapter 13
'Shiny, shiny, shiny' Ryuichi Sakuma sang as he walked the quite halls of NG Studios. Ever since a certain pink-haired singer left it had become rather quite and dull around the place. No loud shouts or gun shots coming form the recording studio or late night sessions involving rigorous hours. Ryuichi may act childish sometimes but he knew what was going on. What was going on between these walls?
He continued to casually stroll the halls with kumagorou in his arms. He listened to ever sound of music being played behind closed doors but none of them ever came close to the sound of Bad luck. What they had was something special. What they had could easily exceed Little Grasper. But unfortunately that had to end and now some other company was after Shuichi Shindou.
Oh yes he did know about that. It all happened when he was on his way to Tohma Seguchi's office.
Flashback
'Tohma is going to be really happy to see you Kuma' Ryuichi said as he clutched the pink bunny to his chest. He walked down the halls towards his destination. He was about to turn the handle when he heard voices inside. He pressed his ear to the door and listened.
'Are you sure he was there' he knew that was Tohma's voice.
'It was him, there is no mistake he was at Japan Inc' the other was K.
'Japan Inc' Ryuichi repeated in surprise. What would Tohma want with Japan Inc and who is it that they are talking about.
'Do you think Shindou will do it' K said. Ryuichi gasped in surprise. No it couldn't be. Shuichi wouldn't do it.
'Its possible' Ryuichi heard enough and got up and walked way.
End flashback
It had been a couple of days since then but he had kept his mouth shut knowing it will resolve itself in time. Shuichi will reveal himself in time and when that day comes he will shine again. He whistled as he walked greeting all who walked past him with the same childish smile he always had.
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'Argh' Yuki growled as he racked his brain for some inspiration Yuki absolutely hated deadlines. Hated them with a passion. The way they sneak up on you without warning. He shook his head and continued his typing on his laptop, his fingers flying across the keypad. He had managed to complete a whole chapter the night before that felt like it went on forever. He felt like he managed to accomplish something but now it felt like his inspiration was gone. He pressed full stop and stopped to inspect his work before he growled and deleted the paragraph.
He sighed and pulled off his glasses, setting them on the desk. He pinched the bridge of his nose before he looked down at a tatty looking notebook lying on the corner of his desk. Its once shiny navy blue colour had faded after the years it had been left untended and he didn't need to be told who it belonged to. Just by looking at the writing on the front he knew it belonged to Shuichi.
He had found it while cleaning his room. He had moved the closet from the wall to get behind it when he saw the notebook. He tried his hardest not to open it but curiosity got the better of him and he opened it. Shuichi's familiar handwriting could be seen on each page. That unreadable, scribble Shuichi calls handwriting.
Looking back now as Yuki sat at his desk he never bothered to ask Shuichi what he wrote in his songs and why he wrote them. He always knew that Shuichi wrote songs about them but he never understood why. He reached over and picked up the tatted book and turned it over in his hands.
'Should I return it to him' Yuki argued in his head. He knew Shuichi didn't want to see him at the moment. He leant back in his chair and looked up at the ceiling. He thought of how much Shuichi had changed from the hyperactive annoying boy he knew to a matured and serious Yuki was reluctant to say…guy. But he had never intended that Shuichi would grow up this much. And what was up with this guy called Akito. Was he Shuichi's lover? He was looking after his child after all. He then jumped up.
'That's it I've decided I will give it to the brat' with that in mind Yuki saved what little work it had got done and went to get his coat and car keys with his destination mind.
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'Doctor I am fine' Akito half complained as the doctor fussed over him.
Today was the day. The day that Akito was to be discharged from Hospital. That morning Monica insisted that she take the day off school to go to the hospital with him but Shuichi promised that her father would be home this afternoon. Shuichi sat with Akito as the Doctor did his last check up before he was allowed to leave.
'When you get home I want you to take plenty of rest and don't over stress yourself' the doctor told him strictly.
'Of course doctor I will' Akito smiled. The doctor nodded and walked out. The nurse was about to help Akito stand up to get him into the wheel chair but Shuichi got there first, surprising Akito for a second before he smiled and allowed himself to lean on Shuichi for support. Shuichi helped him walked over to the wheel chair and sat him down gently into it. When he had everything the nurse wheeled him out of the room and down the corridor.
'Monica must have been upset that she couldn't come' Akito said. He could have just imagined his daughter's pouting little face when she was told she had to go to school. He smiled and turned his head slightly to look at Shuichi.
'But I am glad that you are here with me' Shuichi looked down at him and if Akito wasn't mistaken he could almost see a smile appear on Shuichi's face and that made him happier then anything.
He filled out his discharge papers and when he was finished he was wheeled out of the hospital with Shuichi carrying his bags to where Mira was waiting for them by his car. When he saw them approach Mira waved and walked over to them.
'All set'
'Yeah I'm all set' Mira smiled and opened the car door. Shuichi wrapped Akito's arm around his neck and hoisted him up and into the backseat.
'Take could care of him ok' the nurse said. Shuichi nodded and she smiled before she turned around and walked back into the hospital.
'Well lets be off shall we I know a certain someone who will be waiting for us at home' Mira said getting into the drivers seat 'I had the liberty to ask May if she could pick her up for us'
Akito nodded as Mira turned on the engine and drove out of the parking lot and into the busy traffic. Shuichi kept looking back at Akito through the mirror and watched him look at the window like he had never seen the outside world before. They went passed buildings and parks, house and shops. All that has always been there but looks so different.
They came to the residential part of town where rows of house could be seen. Children could be seen playing out front and neighbours visiting each other.
'Its just like I remember it' Akito said before they stopped at a familiar house with Monica, Shin and May waiting at the front for them. His house was exactly how he left it. It was like time had not touched it. They pulled up at the front as Monica ran up to them. Shuichi hopped out and opened the door. He was about to help Akito but Akito put up his hand to stop him.
'I have to do this myself' he told Shuichi who reluctantly nodded. Akito put his legs out and stood up just in time to catch a bundle of energy.
'Daddy your back' Monica squealed happily. Akito looked down at his daughter and patted her on the head affectionately.
'Finally home' May said
'Yeah finally. The doctor almost wouldn't let me leave'
'Now you don't have to worry about eating that horrible hospital food' Shin joked putting his arm around Shuichi 'then again you haven't tasted his cooking' Shuichi shrugged of Shin's arm and glared at him.
'Like you are any better'
'Come on lets go inside. You need to rest; doctor's orders' Mira said carrying Akito's bags.
Akito nodded and headed for the door Shuichi then pulled out a set of keys and gave them to Akito.
'Welcome home'
Akito opened the door and stepped inside. He looked around and had to smile. Just like the outside, inside it looked like time had stopped, leaving everything as it was before he left. He stepped into the living room and noticed the big poster on the wall saying 'welcome home daddy'
'I made that in art class daddy. Do you like it'
'I love it'
'We had kept the place clean for you, for when you got back' Shuichi signalled.
'I am very happy that you did' Akito said turning to Shuichi. Mira watched the two then looked at Shin and May who thought the exact same thing.
'I think we will be off now. We already brought Shuichi's stuff over a couple of days ago so he should have everything but if you need anything don't hesitate to call' Mira said
'Why don't you stay longer' Akito asked hoping they would have a chance to catch up
'Nah you just got home I am sure you have plenty to catch up on'
'Yeah I have a show on TV I can't miss' Shin said
'I also have plans' May said in her monotonous voice.
'Ok well come over any time' Akito offered knowing it was just an excuse but decided not to say anything
Mira smiled and walked out with May and Shin in tow. When they got to the car Mira smirked
'You could have thought of something better 'then I have a show on TV' he said to Shin who shot back
'You didn't even have an excuse'
'Yes well they are alone now and that is all that matters'
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'Its so good to be home' Akito said stepping into his room. He had noticed Shuichi's things around the room
'Remember you have to rest'
Akito smiled at the silent command 'yes yes I will'
Suddenly awkward silence hung in the air making both of them feeling a bit uncomfortable. It was Akito who broke the silence
'I don't really feel like unpacking just yet. Lets take a walk. I am sure Monica would like that' Akito said standing up
'But you should rest'
'I will have plenty of time to rest afterwards' Akito said trying to convince a reluctant Shuichi 'besides I haven't taken a walk in so long'
Shuichi sighed 'okay but only for a little while'
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Akito couldn't believe how much the town had changed when he was away. It was like it had grown bigger. They walked down the sidewalk with Monica in the middle. She was eating an ice cream Shuichi had brought for her as she walked.
'Enjoying yourself' Akito asked her. She looked up and nodded her head. She took another lick when she spotted a park
'Daddy can we go to the park please' she pointed to the grassy area across the road. Akito looked at it then at the road where cars were coming from both directions. He was a little nervous about crossing the road when a warm hand touched his. He looked down at it then at its owner who nodded. Akito knew what saying. That he was there with him and that is all Akito needs
They crossed the road without any fuss and made there way over to the play set surrounded by sand. Monica laughed and ran up to the swings while Shuichi and Akito sat back on the bench and watched
'How is everything going' Akito asked
'Fine'
Akito looked around the park. He could others around the park as well. It was moments like this when he could sit here and watch the sun or just enjoy a casual walk; especially with the ones he loves. He looked up at the orange sky and said
'You know what I never thought that this would happen'
'What would happen'?
'That we would be sitting here together'
'What did you think would happen'?
'That you would go back. Back to him' Akito said looking down at the ground then back at him. Shuichi turned to look at him then turned back to watch Monica
Don't worry him and I are over. I realised that a long time ago. I have you to thank for that. You were able to pull me out of the hole I had put myself in' at a time like this Akito wished Shuichi would speak just this once. And before he could stop himself he leant over and kissed Shuichi on the cheek causing Shuichi to gasp in surprise. Akito pulled away. Shuichi held his heated cheek and turned to Akito with confused eyes who looked at the ground in embarrassment
'I'm sorry' Akito said apologetic. He didn't know why he did it but with the setting sun behind Shuichi and the fact Shuichi was here with him made his heart burst with joy. He was about to apologise again he felt a rustle of clothes making him glance at Shu
'Its ok besides….' Shuichi put his hand on Akito's shoulder to get him to face him. 'It was kind of nice' that seemed to calm Akito because he smiled nervously. He was about to say something when a voice calling out to him from the play ground.
'Daddy I'm hungry can we go home now' Monica called out. Akito looked at her then at Shuichi who nodded that he was ready
'Ok lets go home. I am feeling a bit peckish myself'
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'When we get home can I want ramen, no sweet and sour pork' Monica said happily as they walked through the neighbourhood towards the house. Akito laughed at his daughter
'We have to get home first' he said. He look up and saw a red car parked out the front with a blonde man standing at it looking up at the house.
'Who is that' He turned to Shuichi who had also noticed the man. Shuichi's eyes narrowed and he had an angry scowl on his face. He turned back and looked a little harder before his eyes widened. It couldn't be.
They walked a little closer when Monica pointed out 'Isn't he the one who came to see daddy Shuichi before'?
The blonde turned around when he heard them approached which confirmed Akito's suspicions. It is him, Eiri Yuki. There was no mistaking that blonde hair and those golden eyes, which seemed to be on Shuichi who stared back in anger.
'Can I help you with something' Akito asked when they approached the man. His golden eyes turned to him and seemed to be looking him over.
'I am here to talk with Shuichi' Yuki said.
'I don't think he…' Akito was cut of when Shuichi but a hand on his arm
'Its ok go inside and wait for me'
Akito was a bit sad that Shuichi didn't want him with him but he nodded and gathered Monica up who didn't know what was going on. When Shuichi knew they were inside he turned his gaze to the blonde to ask him what he wanted. Yuki wasn't one to play around he pulled a tatty looking book from his coat and handed it to Shuichi
'You left this. I am here to return it' Shuichi looked at the book and took it from the out stretched hands. He looked at the familiar cover then opened it, looking through its pages. He read all the songs he wrote about him and Yuki. Songs he probably would never get to sing.
'Was that Akito' Yuki said in somewhat of a bored tone gaining Shuichi's attention. Shuichi looked into Yuki's eyes. Eyes that he once dreamed of but now only felt anger and confusion when he looked at them. His eyes narrowed. Was Yuki insulting Akito, laughing at him. Shuichi closed his eyes, controlling his anger and walked up to Yuki so he was standing beside him
Akito watched from the window. He heard the blonde ask about him and saw the reaction on Shuichi's face. It was one of anger. he didn't know if he should fel happy that Shuichi was standing up for him. He watched as Shuichi walked up to the blonde and saw his mouth move but he heard nothing.
'Don't ever come back here again' Shuichi said in a low voice before he walked away, up to the house leaving a shocked Yuki in his wake. Yuki couldn't believe it. Shuichi had actually talked. Actually said something after two years and it was in anger: directed at him.
He watched the retreating form opened the door and shut it without even looking back. Yuki sighed in frustration. He knew this was not going to be easy. So why did he bother
Is it because you still love him' Yuki shook his head to get rid of the thought. He let go of Shuichi a long time ago. Yuki stepped around to the driver's side and got in. he started the engine and looked back at the house once more before he drove off.
Inside the house Shuichi leant against the door and listened to the car drive away. He looked down at the notebook that Yuki had given him. Why does things have to be so complicated? Why…why….why…
'Shuichi are you alright' Akito's voice could be heard from the doorway. Shuichi looked up and saw Akito and Monica standing there. Akito could see tears forming in Shuichi's eyes. He rushed over and fell to his knees wrapping his arms around the shaking form
'Shhhhh I am right here. Everything is all right now. We will have ramen and watch some TV' Akito said trying to calm Shuichi down. It seemed to be working because Shuichi stopped shaking and nodded. Akito helped him stand and wiped the tears from his eyes. It hurt Akito deeply that Shuichi was hurting this much. He had thought that all Shuichi's wounds were healed but he was wrong and he knew Shuichi hated to be weak so he just smiled
'You had some dust in your eyes right' Shuichi caught Akito's hint and nodded
'Great come on I know some ramen that needs to be eaten'.
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Later that night Shuichi sat on the lounge watching TV. Monica had been put to bed ages ago, insisting that she should stay up longer but Akito was having none of it. He flipped the channels as he heard a small snoring sound next to him. He looked next to him and smiled secretly as he watched Akito sleep. Shuichi got up and found a blanket, which he put on Akito. He turned back to the TV and realised he had switched to the music channel. A band from Japan Inc came on making Shuichi think of the recent job offer he had been presented with.
He glanced over to the small coffee table next to him where his notebook lay. He completely forgot about it. Yuki had found it and brought it back. Out of guilt he was not sure but whatever it was he had to have a reason. He shrugged and opened it reading his untidy handwriting, remembering all the songs he wrote and what he was feeling at the time. All the love and happiness he felt and how many times he came crawling back even after being treated so badly.
Suddenly out of nowhere a thing called inspiration hit him. He got up quietly as not to disturb the slumbering presences next to him and made his way to the study. He turned the lamp on and opened the notebook. He turned to the last few blank pages and the words seemed to flow out of the pen as he wrote. All of his feelings and emotions were being spilt out onto the page.
When it was finished he put down his pen and looked at it. Perfect. Before Shuichi could have second thoughts he folded it up and put it in an envelope. He walked out into the living room to see Akito still asleep. He put his coat on and quietly exited the house, unaware of the smile from the occupant on the couch.
Shuichi walked to the mailbox and looked at the envelope before determination over took him and he dropped the envelope inside. Inside the envelope was a song. A song that Shuichi wrote with all his heart. A song called Apologise……..
To be continued
THAT WAS SO LONG AND FUSTRATING. I could get the inspiration to flow at the start so I had a bit of trouble but I got there at the end. SHUICHI ACTUALLY TALKED. I was at conflict with myself wether to add that but I thought looking at the situation with Shuichi thinking that Yuki insulting Akito it would be very dramatic so I hope it was good. Shuichi finally wrote a new song and its called apologise. I am going to use the song from Timberland cause I think it fits well. Listen to it and tell me what you think. Is it to late for Yuki to apologise?