Notes: Hi guys! Here's the next chapter. Sorry for the late update. I don't have any excuses so let me tell you the truth. I broke up with my boyfriend of 3 years and 2 months. I drowned myself in misery for these past days (if you can categorize shopping spree and visiting the spa as 'drowning in misery'). Written hurriedly as I have tutorial in an hour and a half.

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SUMMARY: What will Takumi do?

Gii's father is asking to meet with him!

"W-Wait… wait just a… moment." Can't help himself from trembling with shock, Takumi covered the phone's mouthpiece and took a few deep breaths. Feeling a little less shocked and somewhat back in his mind, he gripped the phone tighter and held it back against. "Ummm… you said Saki Ryuiichi-san wants to meet me in Tokyo this weekend alone?" "Yes, that's right."

"Why?" he whispered the question but the person on the other line heard it as he answered, "I don't know the reason, I'm sorry. I was just asked to call you and arrange the meeting. So will it be on Saturday?"

What should I do? Or what should I say? What does Gii's father want with me? "Ummm, I'm not sure about this…" Takumi started but the man won't have it. "I understand you're a student, Hayama-san but Saki-sama is adamant in seeing you. It may not be a good idea to decline him. Moreso, you don't want him to be the one to go there. He's asking for a private meeting, as to protect both of your reputation. You know what I mean." The stunned boy did not fail to catch the light threat behind the words. And he knows he will eventually face this dilemma. So why not now? "Okay." he agreed. "This Saturday, then."

"Good. I'll call you back on Friday to inform you of the meeting place. Thank you for your time, Hayama-san. Goodbye." Just as quick as he relayed the information, the caller was quick to end the call.

Putting the receiver down, Takumi slumped on his knees. He is shaking. I really have a bad feeling about this. Could it be Saki-sama knew about Gii and me? I don't know how to face him. What should I do? I can't tell Gii… But he can tell someone and ask for help. Standing up, he went to find that certain someone.

oOo

"What? Saki-san asked you to meet with him? The Saki-san, Gii's father?" Takumi can only close his eyes and tried hard not to wince with the ringing pain in his ears due to the ear-piercing shriek of the person he confided to. Only nodding his head as answer, he slowly opened his eyes and looked worriedly at that person. "What does he want? Did he state his reason for wanting to meet with you?" The person asked, pacing back and forth in the room, face all serious.

Shaking his head, the brunette answered "No, the man who called said he doesn't know the reason why Saki-sama wants to meet me. But that he is adamant and it is not a good idea to decline him. He even threatened that if I don't meet with him in Tokyo, he will be coming here. Or something like that." After pausing in mid-stride to listen to Takumi's answer, the confidante mumbled some curse. "Damn! That's exactly what he will do if you did not agree. That old man is very cunning and really straightforward."

His fear resuming, Takumi grabbed the other's hand. "What should I do, Yuki-chan? I think it's about my relationship with Gii. The reason he wants to meet me. He might have known about it. I am really scared. I don't know how I can face him. Please help me, Yuki-chan." He pleaded with all of his might. "I just agreed but I don't think I can do it." He started sobbing. The confidante, Yuki, sighed and tried to comfort him. "Of course I will help you, Takumi-kun. What do want me to do?"

"Maybe you can come with me to the meeting and help me talk to Gii's father?" he suggested, perking up a little. The redhead considered the thought for a while then shook her head. "I don't think that's a good idea. He specifically said you should see him alone. If I come with you, he will think you're not a man of your word. He might look down on you. Besides, if you're right about him knowing your and Gii's relationship, then an outsider like me should not be present when you talk."

Realizing Yuki is right and the nature of the problem weighing down on him, Takumi felt helpless and scared. Helpless because he doesn't know what's he supposed to do and scared because he will be meeting Gii's father. Just thinking of seeing him face to face is enough to send him to hysterics. But what terrified him the most is this nagging thought at the back of his mind that Gii's father might ask or might try to ask him to end their relationship and leave Gii. His chest constricted with the thought and sharp painful pricks stabbed his heart. He can't do it. It hurts so much.

"He might break us apart." Whispered in agony, the words hit Yuki. It was heart-wrenching. Seeing the troubled expression of her best friend, her resolve hardened. She had helped them before. She can still help them now. Cupping Takumi's face with both hands, she lifted his face to look at her. "Takumi-kun, listen to me. Do not let Saki-san worry you this much. Even if I can't be with you there, I will still help you. But you have to help yourself too, if you don't want to lose Gii."

Gii… I love him so much. I don't want to lose him. With renewed hope and determination only Hayama Takumi have, he decided to face this challenge head-on. "You're right, Yuki-chan. Nothing will be done when I worry and fret. What I need is a plan."

It has always been Gii who takes on every obstacle in our relationship, to keep us together. This time, I will not just stay as I am and let this problem destroy the very thing that Gii had struggled to keep and protect. I had made a promise to him. If it means taking this on by myself without knowing the consequences that may incur, I will, just to stay always be his side.

"Good." The redhead smiled approvingly. "And yes, we have to devise a plan." She sat across Takumi and took a cute notebook out. "We'll use this to make notes. Now I will tell you what I know about Saki-san so you can prepare yourself mentally and emotionally. Then we'll discuss how you should act in front of him." Takumi straightened in his seat and focused on her, a signal that he's ready and listening. "Okay, Saki-san is the CEO and President of Saki Industries. Their business' main focus is on structural engineering and construction but a few years back, they had taken over contractor and sub-contractor companies as well. He married Akiyama Mako, who inherited the interior designing and sales company Akio Interiors so their business further expanded its reach. Now they have more than 30, 000 clients locally and about 10, 000- 15, 000 overseas. Their main office is in Tokyo and they have branches in Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong, Australia and a new one in New Zealand."

Takumi's jaw dropped. "They're that rich?" No wonder Gii can travel to all those places that I haven't even heard of. They're super rich! I really am very different from them. "I think Gii will be upset with what you're thinking right now." Yuki's words jerked him back. Guilty as charged. "You know Gii loves you for who and what you are, regardless of your status. You should not think otherwise." Knowing it's true, he smiled at the redhead. "Yes, I know. Thank you, Yuki-chan."

"Don't thank me yet. We're not done with our plan." But Yuki too, smiled. "Now to Saki-san's personality. I've only met him a few times and we didn't talk that much since it's my father he always talks to, but I can say he is a very strict person. He has a commanding aura which makes everyone listen to him. And like I said earlier, he is straightforward. He doesn't mince with words. You have to be very careful with what you say when you're talking to him."

The raven-haired shivered with uneasiness as he tried to imagine Saki Ryuiichi. "He's scary." He commented, which Yuki only responded with a hum. "Does he like to threaten people?" he asked curiously. "Yes." She replied bluntly. "But don't worry. All you need to practice is showing that you are not intimidated by him." "How can I do that, Yuki-chan?" And with that, the hour was spent in discussing possible scenarios and how Takumi should handle each one. But since it's almost evening, they decided to continue their plan the next days after Takumi's classes.

After Takumi left, Yuki took out her mobile phone and dialed. There's something that's been bothering her since Takumi told her about the meeting. "Hello?" after a few rings, the owner picked up. "Hello, father. It's me."

"Yuki, how are you? Is there a problem?" Ever since that fateful day, her father's attitude towards her had changed. Not that she's complaining. Far from it. She now has a real father. "I'm alright, Dad. No, there's no problem. I just want to ask you something, if it's okay."

"What is it?" Though she could hear the sound of papers being flipped and shuffled, it's good to know that he made time to listen to her. "Did you tell Saki-san about Gii's relationship with Takumi?" she asked directly. "No, I did not." But her father denied. "I may not approve of their relationship but I know I am in no position to meddle with them. Did Ryuiichi know already?"

"Yes, but I'm glad it didn't come from you. Thank you, Dad. I'll be home soon. Take care of yourself." "And you too, Yuki." Now there's only one person. After talking to her father, she dialed a different number.

Ring. Ring. "Hello? Miyuki, I'm so happy to hear from you." came the suave voice from the other line. "Seichi-kun, did you tell Saki-san about Gii and Takumi?" she asked sternly, ignoring the fluttering of her stomach just from hearing the guy's voice. A short gasp of surprise and a small 'Shit' did not escape her hearing. "Did you?" she asked again. You better did not. I might hate you all the more.

"No, not really. Actually Miyuki… Shit, I'm sorry. I accidentally remarked about it to Kagaira. I didn't mean to. And I asked him not to tell his boss. Really, I'm sorry. Please don't hate me. I'll do anything, just don't hate me. Miyuki?" but only the beep sound answered him. Yuki ended the call, fuming. How dare him! He's not thinking about the consequences of his actions. Because of him, Takumi is in dilemma. He has to deal, not only with meeting the rich and authoritative Saki Ryuiichi in person, but also… Wait, an idea just came to her. Dialing the number again, she's now smiling. "Hello? Miyuki, please… I'm-"

"Seichi-kun, you will do anything for me to forgive you, right?" she asked in her cutest voice. Tachimura Seichi, in love with her and guilty of his wrongdoings, instantly said "Yes." I will do anything for you. "That's good to hear. I need you to do something for me."

oOo

Gii is troubled. It's been five days and Takumi never showed up in his room. Although they did limit the nights the brunette stayed over with him, but this never happened before. He rarely see him these days. It started Monday, and it's Friday now. Even their unspoken agreement to meet in the library every afternoon never happens. The times when he can briefly exchange a word with him in public had also gradually decreased to the point where he can't talk to him at all. The only time he managed to speak with him for a bit was this Wednesday before Takumi hurriedly scurried off from the room and all explanation he got was 'some important talk with Yuki-chan.' He is not jealous in nature, but for some unknown reason, he's starting to be.

Unable to suppress himself, he went and talked to Yuki yesterday. The little spitfire even had the gall to laugh at him and tease him of his jealousy. He nearly choked her; thank goodness he had extreme self-control. But he was soon reassured when she explained that she had been teaching Takumi some simple techniques in doing and computing financial accounts since he admitted to her one time that he's very bad at it. And since it's nearing graduation, he's simply too ashamed to tell Gii what he's been doing. Though the situation was explained to him and his doubts all cleared up, with Yuki even swearing they are not doing anything wrong and they never will since she knows how much Takumi loves Gii and vice versa, something unsettling still lingers in his mind. He trusts Takumi, he knows and he believes they really are not doing anything wrong. But he feels they are hiding something from him. Maybe something that will hurt him and they're hiding it to protect him- that kind of feeling.

Too engrossed in his thoughts, he barely heard the knock on his door. It was when the knock turned more into pounding that he was pulled back to reality and hurriedly went to open the door. There, standing outside, was the object of his thoughts. "Takumi?" He can't believe he's really standing outside his door. Now that his lover is in front of him, his tongue got tied. He missed him so much he can only stare at him. "Gii, can we talk? Inside?" Takumi requested. It was then he remembered they're still at the door. "Oh okay, come in." he opened the door wide and as soon as the brunette is inside, closed and locked it. Following him inside, he offered a drink but Takumi declined. So they made themselves comfortable in the sofa, sitting side by side.

"Ummm, Gii… I came here to… to apologize." The raven-haired started, not looking at his boyfriend but down on his fidgeting hands. "About these past few days that I might have neglected you. It's not really like that. You see-" he looked up to face him but blushed when met with his intense gaze, and looked down again. So cute. "You see, I asked Yuki-chan to help me with finance and economics. You know I'm never good with it. I'm really sorry."

"Takumi, look at me." He gently lifted Takumi's face with a hand under his chin and met his gaze. "I'm not angry at you. So there's no need to apologize. You did nothing wrong." Assuming he'd be teary-eyed because of his words, and of course he's right as Takumi's eyes began to water, he smiled gently and kissed the watery eyes. "Don't cry, love. It's okay." Sniffing but holding the tears back, a happy smile broke on Takumi's face. "Thank you, Gii. For trusting me."

"Because I love you." He whispered sincerely, his lips a few inches from Takumi's, wanting to kiss him but waiting for permission from the brunette. Takumi's arms lifted up and pulled him closer, pressing their lips together. As Gii's lips moved over his, he opened his lips slightly, giving access to Gii's tongue inside. Keeping himself close, Gii moved one of his hands around Takumi's back and slowly leaned his lover down the couch, with him hovering above, deepening the kiss. As Takumi's own hands roamed on his back, he slipped his own inside Takumi's shirt, caressing the naked skin, making both of them moan in the kiss with the direct contact. Pulling back to let themselves gasp for oxygen, he quickly kissed Takumi again. He really like Takumi's taste, so intoxicating it's clouding his judgment as it makes him want more and more of it. Pushing the shirt up a little roughly, his hand found a nub and teased it between his fingers, making Takumi whimper as pleasure shot through his body. Grabbing a fistful of Gii's shirt, he arched his back and quite coincidentally met Gii's hips, who pushed him down and rubbed their hips together, and whispered "I miss you, love. So much." hoarsely in his ear. And with a hard grind of their hips, Takumi groaned in intense desire. "B-bed, Gii." And so, to the bed they moved.

oOo

He is early by ten minutes. Their meeting was supposed to be at 1 o'clock and he's already walking inside the hotel restaurant he was told to go by 12:50 P.M. He was welcomed by a classy uniformed waitress. He smiled despite his nervousness. 'I'm a guest of Saki Ryuiichi-sama." He informed the lady, which was responded with a bright smile and a deep bow. "Yes, Private table number 7, sir." And she led him through the luxurious interior of the restaurant. As they are nearing a glass-covered room with its own wine cellar, he noticed someone inside. Eh? He's already here?

An old man with blonde/grayish hair was what he first noticed when they went inside. But when the man turned to the door, the first thing he noticed was his eyes. They're the same as Gii's, but not entirely the same as, Gii's eyes are warm, but his father's are cold. There's a steel glint in his unwavering gaze. Mustering up the courage he tried so hard to obtain, he bowed down and greeted the older man. "Good afternoon, Saki-sama."

The man nodded in response. 'You are Hayama Takumi? Take a seat." In which he obliged and took the seat across the unnerving man. Saki Ryuiichi waved a hand on the waitress and requested for food to be served later. The waitress bowed and went out.

"You should have known by now why I invited you here?" Gii's father asked. Takumi nodded. "Because of Gii."

"That's right. You must know who he is. And what he is. He's got a great responsibility atop his shoulders. Since he is going to take my place someday, he should pick a wife that would be able to support him." He looked at him to see if he got the message. Takumi only nodded. The rich marry the rich, how typical. "I've heard about you. And I can't say I am pleased with it. Don't get me wrong, I don't hate you. It must have been Giichi who forced you to-"

"He did not force me." He knows it's rude to interrupt when someone is speaking but he doesn't like what the old man is saying. "I'm sorry for interrupting you, Saki-sama, but your son Gii is not one to force himself on others." Okay, he did once. But it was to help me.

Recovered from the shock of being interrupted and his curiosity piqued with this boy who was quick to defend his son, Saki Ryuiichi took a deep breath and calmly asked, "Do you love my son?"

"Yes." No doubt, no hesitation.

'I see." He nodded while his forehead wrinkled in deep thought. "I thought you will be easy to talk to. So if I ask you to stay away from Giichi, you won't do it?"

"No." Again, no doubt. No hesitation. "I promised Gii I will always stay by his side no matter what. I'll stick to that promise." This is beginning to wear him out. It's only been a few minutes and he felt like his entire body is shaking with just the presence of this nerve-wrecking person.

Saki-sama's eyes turned darker and his expression hardened, making him all the more intimidating. Takumi took a calming breath and reminded himself not to let him show he's afraid. "You are harder to deal with than I thought." Saki-sama said, pulling out something from his coat and handing it to him. He reached out and almost fainted to his seat when he saw what he was holding; a blank check. Turning questioning eyes to the older man, he put the check down.

"You are a distraction to my son. And if your relationship continues, his image and reputation will be ruined. I can't allow that to happen. As my only heir, I have to protect him."

"You're going to pay me to leave Gii?" he asked, shock written all over his face. But inside, he's in a rage. This is the first time he felt like he wanted to strangle someone; and it's Gii's father, on top of that.

"Put down any amount you wish to have. And you will have it. Just leave Giichi and stay away from him." That's the deal. Keeping his shaky hands steady, he surprised the old man when he requested, "Do you have a pen?"

Handing his own pen over, Saki Ryuiichi is both pleased and disgusted with how things turned out. Ultimately, money will win everything over. After writing down on the blank check, Takumi gave him back both the pen and the check without saying anything.

Saki Ryuiichi, CEO and President of Saki Industries, cursed loudly and violently pounded the table when he saw the check, making the waiters and waitresses slowly entering the room with tray laden of food, running back out in fear.

A/N: Wow, I type fast! But I broke my nail. Lol! Well, what do you think? And to those who requested a Misu and Shingyouji fic, I think you influenced me too much as I just had a dream of Misu last night. This is just the part that I remember, though.

Me: Well, when are you coming over?

Misu: (expressionless) What? I don't want to talk to you.

Me: How mean! Okay then, I'll talk to Shingyouji.

Misu: (turned around sharply) You are not!

Me; Oh yes I will! He already agreed (smiling happily then scooted off)

Misu: RACHELLE! (yes, in a booming voice)

I guess that was a sign?