Fay stared at her phone in disbelief. She blinked, trying to figure out if what she had heard was correct. I know I'm overworked, but this can't be true! She thought, placing the phone back to her ear. "Umm…"
"Did my request really surprise you?"
Fay leaned on her chair and bit her lip. "I'm not surprised, it's just weird."
Niou chuckled, "Fay… All I asked you was to get your hair and makeup done after work, what's so peculiar about that?"
She stood up from her desk and walked towards the door when she noticed that her personal assistant was waiting for her with a folder. Fay took the folder from her and flipped through it. "Niou, it's plain weird, I feel like I'm going to do something I'll regret."
He sighed, "Just enlighten me this time and do something I asked from you."
She closed the folder and walked out. Maybe… he has his reasons. "You know… I'll indulge your request this time."
"Great," he said cheerfully. "And babe, let your hair down." He bid her well and then hung up.
Fay stared at the phone again and frowned. That man's not normal, she thought shaking her head.
"Smile, Mishima, we're going into a very boring meeting," Atobe said, appearing by her side. He walked with her towards the board room in silence.
Fay looked at him with a slight glower. Should I ask him? She thought, eyeing him. "Atobe…"
"Yes?" he looked at her seriously.
Fay shook her head and sighed. "Never mind," she muttered, I guess all men are odd.
(Aya's & Fay's apartment)
Aya looked at her closet and frowned. I never worry about my clothes, why am I PANICKING?! She thought looked at her half empty closet whilst her other half was on the floor. I never realized that everything I own were pants… no wonder Fay always scolds me. She rushed out of her room and went to Fay's. Opening the closet, she noticed a lot of dresses in there.
But what do I wear?!
She moved her hands through the dresses and didn't know what to wear. Taking out a red cloth, she stared at it and looked at it peculiarly from all angles. What the hell is this supposed to be? She thought horrified. Oh my god! Sanada will be here and I'm still not dressed! I wanted to surprise him today and look at least different.
She ran back to her room and picked up her cell phone. She quickly dialed Fay's number, but no luck. She tried several times, but still no response. She dialed Arisa's and finally someone picked up. "You have got to help me!"
Arisa chuckled, "What's wrong, sweetie?"
"Don't talk to me like you do to Yuushi. My date will be here in twenty minutes and I'm not even dressed! I don't know what to wear or even pick a dress from Fay's closet," she said hurriedly, pacing around the room.
"Aya, its afternoon. Why are you even thinking of wearing a dress?"
Aya stopped in her position and frowned. I wanted to be different today. "Umm…"
"Don't worry, I know what to do. I'm sure you wanted to look unique today. Go to Fay's closet and check the left corner, you'll find a blue/ivory dress that ends at the knees. It's sleeveless with stones on the belt."
Aya followed her instructions and checked it out. She searched the closet until she found it. Pulling it out, she sucked in a breath at how beautiful the material was.
"You'll find matching shoes in your closet on the top shelf." Arisa giggled, hanging up.
Aya looked amazed when she pulled the shoes from her room. How do they know these things?! She thought, quickly getting dressed. I don't even know where he's taking me, were her last thoughts.
(Fay's office)
"Any plans today?"
Fay looked up at Atobe in surprise. "Plans?" Why do people keep asking me that today?
Atobe poked her forehead. "Valentine's Day."
"Oh… really? I totally forgot," she said absentmindedly.
Atobe looked at her stunned. I bet she is the only woman that doesn't fuss over Valentine's, he thought amused. "You may leave early if you have plans," he said before leaving her office.
(Aya's & Fay's apartment)
Aya was looking at the reflection of herself displayed on Fay´s full-body mirror. Why am I wearing this again? She thought trying to feel happy with the way she looked. She sighed, I look half as good as Fay in this dress; she sat on the edge of Fay´s bed with all sorts of depressing thoughts taking control of her mind.
She was startled out of her self-hatred thinking when the doorbell rang in the dead silence that surrounded the apartment. She sat up and made her way to the door; she wore a fake smile and opened the door knowing that it was her boyfriend who was standing outside.
"Hi…" she said with a sweet voice.
Sanada looked at her and a smile painted his lips when his eyes fell onto the attire she was wearing. "Hi Aya," he said, "The dress looks good on you," he praise still smiling warmly at her.
Aya felt her cheek s burn and realized she was blushing. It was rare for Sanada to praise her like that. "Th… Thank you," she said with a true smile. "Shall we go?" she asked before walking outside the door.
He kept his gaze on her as she stood next to him. "Aya, I don't mean to be rude or anything but we're going to my home." He rubbed his jaw. "Wouldn't you feel more comfortable in casual clothing?" he asked her.
Aya froze. His home? He never takes me to his home, she thought while her cheeks were on fire once again. "I'm… I'm sorry… I didn't know," she said embarrassed.
Sanada laughed. "It's okay. I'll wait until you change." They both walked in the apartment and Aya went straight into her room to change while Sanada made his way to the living room and sat on the couch. He was well familiar with their apartment since he always spent his time there.
He was so into his thoughts that he never realized that there was a person standing in front of him until she called his name.
"You spaced out completely," Fay said with a chuckle.
Sanada looked up with a jolt from where he was sitting and saw Fay in front of him. His heart started beating for no reason as she looked down at him. He noticed that her hair was done and let down with curls while she had light make up on. Abruptly, he stood up and looked at her. "Hey…"
"Hey," she said softly, standing in front of him. She looked behind him as she heard rustling sounds from Aya's room. Fay chuckled and turned her gaze back at him. "What are your plans?"
Sanada looked at her and felt his chest tighten. The last time he had seen her was when he kissed her. Until this day, he didn't know what possessed him, but he knew it would always be imprinted in his mind. Without thinking, he moved his hand and caught a few strands of her hair. He inhaled the loose strands and smiled. It's better like this… We need to concentrate on our own.
Fay froze in her place and waited patiently for him to let go of her hair.
He finally let go lightly and put his hands in his pockets. He took a few steps back, away from her and the couch and stood a bit apart. "I'm taking her to my place, I'm going to cook."
Fay felt her heart beat faster. Don't let it bother you… Don't let it bother you… "That's nice," she said with a smile, taking off her coat. She placed her handbag on the coffee table and took off her shoes. "I was ordered to fix myself and I have no idea what he wants to do."
"Ordered?"
"I don't even care what the 14th is," she mumbled, walking to the kitchen. She took a carton of orange juice from the fridge and pulled out two glasses. She poured one for herself and one for Sanada. She picked them up in each hand and walked over to him. "Here you go."
"Thanks," he said, taking it.
They both drank their juice in silent without saying anything. The stillness that surrounded them was comforting so neither complained. Fay looked at her empty glass when she finished and wanted to break the quiet, but was relieved when Aya showed up.
"Ooh, Fay," she said, hugging her tight.
Fay laughed. "Hey, babe…" she said.
Sanada smiled witnessing Fay's laughter and Aya's cheerfulness. I guess these two will never change.
Sanada and Aya left the apartment shortly after the later was ready. Fay walked to her room and took oh her clothes. She needed to have a shower but she had to be careful not to ruin her hair and makeup. Thank goodness I am used to this; she thought wryly and entered the shower.
It didn't take her much to finish with her shower, so she wondered in her room thinking about what to wear. He told her to get her hair and makeup done so I need to pick a good dress to wear, she thought as she skimmed through her clothes.
(Oshitari's house)
Oshitari was lying in bed waiting for Arisa to finish from her bath. He had reserved them a table at the hotel for that night and a suite. It was a long time since they had time for themselves. He had planned everything out. The dinner, the suite, the music and the gift; He chuckled to himself and turned his head when he heard the 'click' from the door.
"You can go in now Yuushi," Arisa said walking in the room covered in a towel and drying her hair carelessly.
Oshitari lifted himself of the bed and ruffled his hair. I hope everything goes as planned tonight, he thought as he got up from the bed and walked to the bathroom.
Arisa looked at him puzzled. He has been spacing out lately; I wonder what's on his mind? She thought and opened her closet to find the dress she had bought for Valentine's. She smiled as she pulled the dress out; she wanted this night to be special.
She sighed and wore her dress slowly; it was light purple with bark red embroidery on the bust. It was a beautiful piece that she had picked out with Fay, since she was the one with the best dressing sense out the three. Aya has the worst, she chuckled thinking of her tomboyish friend.
Oshitari had finished his shower and was currently drying his hair looking at his reflection on the mirror. He was feeling nervous for no reason; he knew that this night would be perfect but that didn't do anything to ease his restless mind. It will be fine, he thought with a sigh.
(Sanada's & Niou's apartment)
"I didn't know you cooked, Genichirou," Aya said cheerfully as she sat on the counter next to Sanada who was cooking for their dinner.
Sanada looked at her with a small cryptic smile. "It's something I like to do," he said softly. "My mom taught me how to cook before I left my hometown to come live here alone." He finished steering the food and lifted his hand to caress Aya's cheek.
Aya blushed not expecting such a move from him. It was nothing much but a caress; but for her it was great because he rarely showed any kind of affection. His skin brushing her cheek had a beautiful feel for her. She smiled brightly at him. "I'm so looking forward to taste it," she beamed and jumped from the counter.
"I'm happy you're so excited." He opened a bottle of wine and left the bottle on the table. He didn't leave Aya do anything since he had decided that he would make this Valentine's a nice memory for both.
Aya looked at the table and giggled. She never expected that he could have such a romantic side. "I like the flowers." She pointed at the vase. "It's amazing you found Sunflowers this season," she said with a grin, "It's my favorite flower you know." she touch the yellow petals softly.
Sanada was looking at her amused. "I wasn't planning of getting these flowers but when I saw them they remind me of you," he said and placed the food on the table. He motioned for her to sit and then sat in his seat opposite her. "I have rented 8 DVD's," he smiled embarrassed. "I didn't know what you would like to see."
Aya laughed shaking her head. "Anything is fine with me," she smiled and looked at the food he had prepared. "It looks delicious."
"I hope you like the taste," he said sincerely, moving his arm around her. Without thinking, he bent down and kissed her lightly.
Aya blushed even more and returned his kiss.
Sanada was shocked at his own impulsive mood. I guess it's the mood, he thought, continuing to kiss her.
(Aya's & Fay's apartment)
Fay was still deciding what to wear when the doorbell rang. Damnit… the one time I want him to be late, he's on time, she thought annoyed. She walked towards the door and opened the door.
Fay actually blinked at the sight in front of her. It was Niou… fully dressed in a suit. He was holding a single red rose and a big box in his other hand. "Good evening, ma'am," he said, with a bow.
Fay raised her eyebrow suspiciously. "What did you do?" she asked, crossing her arms. He's usually only nice if he is up to no good.
He looked up at her and handed her the rose. "I promised myself that I will not argue with you today, so be a dear, and take this," he said, kissing her lips gently.
Fay took the rose, looking at it skeptically. She looked up at him and saw his sincere look. She frowned, but then sighed. "Hi," she said softly, walking closer to him and kissing his cheek lightly. "I'm just not used to this treatment."
"It's alright," he said, inhaling her scent nuzzling her neck tenderly. "I love your hair and makeup."
Fay smiled and stepped back. "I'm going to get dressed," she said, turning around.
He took her wrist and pulled her back. "Oh, but what will you wear?" he asked with a grin.
She blinked and bit her lip. "I was just looking through my closet to…" but she stopped talking when he placed a box in front of her face.
"Wear this."
"You have got to be kidding me," Fay exclaimed, looking at the box and then dropping it out of shock.
He picked up the box and opened it to reveal a stunning black tube dress and it had a halter made of beautiful accessories that resembled diamonds, it was knee length and he even had matching shoes. "So, do I have good taste?"
Fay looked at Niou wide eyed. She could never believe that he went to all those lengths just for one night. A smile crept up on her lips; it was a genuine smile. "It's beautiful," she said softly, "Let me wear it and go wherever you want." She took the dress and walked to her room to change.
Oshitari and Arisa arrived to the hotel that he had reserved for Valentine's. As she got out of the car she looked at the hotel and gasped. I think this is too much, she though still gazing at the huge building. "Yuushi... I hope you didn't spend a lot for this," she said absentmindedly.
Oshitari chuckled and circled his arm over Arisa's shoulder. "So what if I spent a little bit more this time?" he kissed her cheek. "It's not like I can spend money on you every day." He pushed his glasses and began to walk holding Arisa close to him.
"I love you Yuushi," she said happy that she was fortunate enough to find a man like him.
They walked to the luxurious restaurant and to the table that was reserved for them. Dinner was quiet, filled with small talk and lots of dancing. Arisa was feeling very happy with everything that Oshitari had planned for them. We never had a moment like this, she thought as she danced another slow song with the man she had fallen in love with ten years ago.
Although they were still young at the age of sixteen, he was already the father of beautiful little girl. When she met him, he was a distant person not wanting to get involved with any woman after his last experience. It took her a whole year of persuasion to get him to ask her out. She fell in love with the baby at first sight and never once did she treat the child as not hers; but it's been too long, she thought placing her head on his shoulder and closing her eyes.
How will I ever get the courage to make the first move; how do I tell him; her mind was in turmoil, she wanted to tell him that they should make their relationship more firm like an engagement or something close but she couldn't find the right words. She sighed and hugged him tighter.
Oshitari felt Arisa's hold on him tighten. "Are you alright?" he whispered in her ear softly.
Arisa shivered. "Yeah. I am just thinking of stuff," she said squeezing a smile.
"I've never seen your most hideous smile," he said disappointed. "I thought you were having fun."
"No!" Arisa pulled away and looked deep into his eyes to see if he was teasing her, but what she saw in his eyes wasn't tease. "I'm sorry Yuushi. I love tonight and I wish that we could have more of these nights together but..." she couldn't continue. She just stood there in the middle of the ballroom, tears threatened to spill from her eyes and spoil their evening; but what happened next took her by surprise.
Oshitari had knelled on one knee with his usual smirk adorning his beautiful features. "I know it took ten years to make this step but I wasn't sure if you were ready to take this step with me. I love you more than anything in this world Arisa, because you are that world for me." He kissed the hand he was holding. "I want to live my life with you since its impossible for me to see a future without you in it; so, will you marry me Arisa?" he asked looking deep into her eyes waiting for the answer he was hoping to hear.
Arisa lifted her free hand to cover her mouth when he said those words to her. The tears started falling down her cheeks burning her skin; but she was smiling. She was smiling brightly like the first time, when he asked her out. She pulled her hand away from his and looked at him with her eyes full of tears.
Oshitari's body tensed when he saw the woman he loved crying. She doesn't feel the same way, he thought disappointed when she pulled her hand away from his hold; but what happened a few moments later shocked him.
Arisa leaned down and hugged Oshitari tightly. She had snaked her arms around his neck and was holding on to him crying like a small baby. "Yes, yes, yes... I can't believe that I was thinking of proposing to you just a few minutes ago," she said laughing while the tears where still running down her flushed cheeks. "I love you Yuushi and I want to spend my life with you too. All four of us can be a family now."
"Four?" he asked surprised at her outburst. He was almost convinced that she didn't want to marry him.
Arisa pulled away and straightened herself pulling him along with her. "Ummm... there is something I wanted to tell you," she looked down as her face turned into a thousand shades of red. "You just proposed to two women!" she beamed brightly, the blush still on her face.
Oshitari froze. He was looking at Arisa wide eyed, shocked to say the least. Arisa giggled at his reaction and then started to laugh when he still didn't move. "I think its okay for you to breathe now Yuushi," she smiled, "or is it that you are not happy?"
Oshitari snapped out of his shock and looked at Arisa's pouting face. He hugged her and lifted her in his arms spinning them around. After a couple of spins he put her back on the ground. "Happy? I am the happiest man on Earth," he said and pulled her into a passionate kiss.
(Sanada's & Niou's apartment)
Aya was on the couch with a content smile on her face. Dinner went incredibly well and now here she was sitting close to Sanada watching a sappy romantic movie. It had took her by surprise when he had suggested to watch that certain movie but she shrugged it off when his arm circled around her shoulder.
Sanada was sitting with Aya in his arms watching a movie that had caught his interest when he was in the video club. He didn't know what it was that possessed him to get it but he did and he also chose that one out of the whole lot to watch. No he regretted it; Why? He asked himself inwardly; I decided to have a nice time with Aya and I chose this movie?
He sighed and pulled Aya closer to him. "Do you like this movie?" he asked looking at the TV screen.
"You want the truth?" Aya lifted her head and smiled sweetly at him. "I really don't like sappy romantic movies. 'My Best Friend's Wedding' is one I would never watch; but since you chose it, I won't complain," she said and kissed his cheek.
Sanada moved forward letting go of Aya and picked the control from the table. He switched off the movie and leaned back in the couch. "Sorry, I don't know why I wanted to see that movie," he sighed and rested his head on the back of the couch.
Aya giggled and shook her head. "It's okay Genichirou. Besides I am a very picky person when I see a movie. I have the same taste as Haru," she laughed.
"I see," Sanada said and looked at her. "You look beautiful when you smile," he said absentmindedly.
Aya stopped her laughter and looked at him. That wasn't something that she was expecting to hear from him. "Wha... What did you say?" she asked hesitantly.
Sanada chuckled and lifted his hand to cup her chin. He pulled her face closer to his as he leaned his head and placed a sweet kiss on her lips. Aya's eyes widened at his impulsive action, but made no move to pull away. She closed her eyes and moved her hands around his neck pulling him closer to deepen the kiss.
"Where are you taking me Masaharu?" Fay asked looking at the scenery outside of the window car. She had gotten dressed quickly in the dress he had bought her and no they were driving to some unknown place. How did he know my size, she thought as she gazed at the moving lights.
"It's a surprise," he said with a smile.
Fay looked at him and noticed his smile. He is smiling, she thought bewildered, he is truly smiling. "It's the first time I see you smile," she said still looking at him.
Niou looked at her and then averted his eyes back to the road. "I always smile," he said quietly.
"No. You smirk. There is a big difference Masaharu."
"I haven't noticed." He stopped the car and looked at Fay. "We are here," he said with his usual smirk.
Fay rolled her eyes and opened the door of the car. "You're smirking again." She stepped outside and blinked. Is he playing games with me? She thought feeling irritation building up. "Why did you bring me in the middle of nowhere dressed like this?" she hissed turning around but froze when she saw the building that was behind her.
"You were saying?"
She was looking at a huge mansion. Of course it's a mansion but… she thought as she walked up to Niou her eyes still glued on the building. "Is… is this yours?" she asked hesitantly.
Niou chuckled. "For tonight," he said and moved his arm around her shoulders pulling her closer to him. "Shall we, my princess?"
Fay looked at him quizzically. For tonight? She thought following him. What does he mean for tonight? She decided to voice her thoughts and asked him directly. "What do you mean for tonight?"
"You're not going to rest if I don't tell you," he sighed. "It's Hiroshi's home. He is with his fiancé on a trip to Sapporo and he gave me permission to do whatever I want." He knocked on the door. "Happy now?" he asked moving his arm away from Fay.
Fay smiled and hugged his arm. "You have good friends Masaharu," she said sweetly. "I didn't mean to offend you but you do have a way of taking me by surprise with your ideas." She laughed.
Niou laughed at that. "I guess you're right."
The door opened a few seconds later to reveal a butler welcoming them inside the huge mansion. "Welcome, Niou-sama, Mishiam-sama." The butler bowed politely. "This way, please follow me," he said and walked in front of the two directing them through the house and to another room that was obviously the dining room.
"This is like a dream house," Fay muttered still hugging Niou's arm tightly. "Yagyuu-san must be very rich." She looked at the flower filled room. "Did you buy all these flowers?" she asked still gazing around the room.
"Yes. I do want to make this night special," he said softly with a hint of seriousness in his voice that made Fay avert her gaze and look at him. "I don't care whether it's Valentine's or not. I just want it to be a perfect date." He smiled and walked towards the candle lit table and helped Fay sit before he sat on the opposite side of the table.
Fay smiled brightly. He never expected him to be so sincere and for the first time in her relationship with him she felt happy. "Thank you Masaharu. It's already perfect," she said sweetly. It's about time I start trusting him… completely.
(Atobe´s office)
As most couples enjoyed their 'special' day, Atobe Keigo sat quietly in his office, sipping his wine carefully. There was a half-empty bottle on his desk and he was looking at his computer screen. He twirled the glass in his hand and then leaned forward and continued typing.
I hate this day, he thought as he saw all the 'junk' mail in his inbox about Valentine's. I still don't get why women make a big deal out of it. Plus, they make a big deal about it and then get angry if you suggest something 'nice.'
The one woman I actually think may be just 'right' and she's too proud to admit that it was romantic. He rubbed his aching temple and looked at the flower bill that he had sent earlier. He took it and crumpled it, throwing it in the bin. And the one woman Atobe Keigo loves and she doesn't love me back, he thought with a sigh.
Maybe I should just accept whoever that woman brings homes next time, he continued thinking as he leaned against his chair further. He lifted his feet and rested them on the desk. The more he thought about things, the angrier he was getting.
He was trying to control his emotions, but they were all over the place. He just couldn't understand why the woman he loved refused to be with him. What more can I do? Maybe it's time I get a woman's advice, his thoughts pondered. Even if I tried dating others or even show interest in different women, I can't help but back out the minute I feel like it won't happen.
Atobe Keigo sighed, just what the hell you got yourself into this time…
(Sanada's apartment)
Sanada was holding Aya in his lap as he was kissing her, playing with her lips as the moved sensually against each other. They had decided to watch another movie less romantic but it was forgotten at the moment. Aya had circled her hands around his neck and opened her mouth to invite his tongue inside her.
He complied immediately as he pushed his tongue inside her mouth and moved around to feel her sweet taste. He caressed her tongue softly and played with it as he snaked his arms around Aya's waist and pushing her body to lie on the couch. He hovered over her body press his softly on her. He removed his hands from her waist and moved slowly over her beautiful curves pulling her hands away from his neck and pinning them above her head.
Aya was losing her mind with Sanada's soft aggressiveness. It was the first time he was so passionate about making out. She never expected him to take the first step and kiss her like that. She could feel his tongue leave her mouth and bit down a disappointed cry, but he didn't pull away and apologize like he always did.
Sanada moved his lips ghostly over Aya's cheek placing a small kiss under her ear; he then licked his way down her neck making Aya squeal in delight. He pulled away and looked down at her; she had her eyes closed and a sweet, addicting smile was painted on her lips. He smiled as he noticed that he had just found a very sensitive spot so he leaned his head and kissed the spot between her shoulder and neck.
"Gen… Genichirou," Aya said breathless from his ministrations. Her hands were still held above her head, she tried to pull them out of his grasp but he only tightened his hold on them. She lifted her head as she felt his lips move done to her collarbone. His hair was softly caressing the skin of her neck and cheek. "I… I love…" she whispered inaudibly as his other hand moved under her shirt.
(Hotel suite)
"Yuushi… this is…" Arisa covered her mouth looking around the spacious luxurious room. "I have no words…"
Oshitari hugged her from behind and kissed her bare shoulder tenderly. "It's for our special night," he said huskily. "I plan to make love to you all night."
Arisa giggled and pulled away from his embrace to look around the room. She turned around in circles smiling brightly; she walked to the bed where she found a small box inside a bouquet of flowers that were in the middle of the bed. She took the bouquet in her hands and pulled the box.
Oshitari sat on the couch of the suite and untied his tie. His gaze was on Arisa as she was acting like a small child that had just got a new present; and then he saw her walk to the bed and picking up the bouquet. He smiled still looking at her as he leaned back on the couch and stretched his legs.
She looked at the small red box knowing in was a ring. She opened the box slowly not wanting to drop it since she was still holding the flowers. The moment she opened the box the flowers fell on the floor and she sat on the bed with a lost, goofy happy look on her face. Its… beautiful, she thought looking at the diamond ring. No… beautiful is degrading; it's… there are no words to describe it.
Oshitari chuckled when he saw the expression on her face. He got up from the couch and walked to Arisa sitting beside her. "Do you like it?" he whispered in her ear. "Why don't you wear it? It will look good on you." He kissed her cheek tenderly.
"Yuushi, I… love you so much," Arisa said still looking at the ring.
Oshitari took the box from her hand and pulled the ring out of it. He lifted Arisa's hand and placed it on her finger. He then turned her hand around and traced the palm with his finger before he leaned his head and kissed the burning flesh of her palm.
(Yagyuu's mansion)
Niou and Fay were sitting at the table laughing and talking about various things when a soft music filled the room. Fay turned her attention to the music and then looked at Niou. "I can't believe you organized all this?" she said placing the small spoon on her plate. "Would you da…" she was cut off.
Niou got up from his chair and walked to Fay's end. "I believe I should be the one to ask for a dance, right princess?" He bowed and extended his arm as a gesture for her to take his hand.
Fay laughed and took his hand. "Of course I'd dance with you… my prince," she whispered the last to words before she leaned her head to rest on his shoulder. She hugged him tight not wanting to let go of the beautiful feeling she was experiencing.
"I'm happy you like it so far," he said softly, "I just hope you'll like the rest of the night as well."
Fay lifted her head and looked deep into his eyes with a smile painted over her face. "Masaharu, you're spoiling me." She kissed his cheek, "I'm curious to see what you have planned."
Niou smiled. "Umm… Let's see…" he lifted his head with a thoughtful expression. "We will bathe in a bathtub filled of rose petals and [lotus] flowers. Will make love on a bed full of [red tulips] and tomorrow morning I will make breakfast for you." He grinned. "How does that sound?"
"You are joking?" Fay asked with her eyes wide.
"No… Not really!"
Fay gasped. I… her mind had stopped functioning and she only looked at Niou stunned while he danced her to the rhythm she couldn't hear anymore. "You… you're… serious?" she asked between breaths as she tried to regulate the beating of her heart.
Niou just smiled and pulled her closer to him.
"You ARE serious," she said breathless. I don't know how to react, she thought leaning her head on his shoulder. She was confused; a part of her was scared of the rest of the night that was to come, since she had to demolish all walls she had build around her heart and actually trust him completely; and there was another part of her that was looking forward to the upcoming events. She was battling inside her between sanity and wildness. Shouldn't I trust him? She thought as they danced silently holding each other. If he wanted to hurt me he would have done that a long time ago; Oh… what am I thinking of? I want this; I need this so we can become a real couple.
"Fay, stop agonizing over everything. We'll go at what you feel comfortable in," Niou said softly. "Even if you just want to sleep, it's still okay, as long as you enjoy tonight." He leaned his head and kissed her lips gently as he held her in his arms.
Is he doing all this just for me?