Akiaya understood what she was saying. Ever since they reconnected as a family Chun-Hei looked up to her dad. He was the elder son, the one that seemed he could do no wrong. Sometimes Akiaya wondered if Chu wished to be her sister than her cousin. They both headed out the door and into Chun-Hei's car. "So, Victor heard about papa falling ill at the company right? I hope it doesn't spread any further than that." Akiaya turned to look at Chu to gauge her reaction. It seemed as if her mind was elsewhere. " Yeah Vic was sweet enough to tell me. It seemed he was genuinely concerned about you and Uncle Geun. I don't think I've ever read any emotion or demands from him before. He usually lets me do whatever I Please. Is there something going on between you two that I should know about?" Chun-Hei looked at her before starting the car. It was as if she was insecure about Victor. Akiaya stared at her for several minutes before she started to laugh. "Chu are you serious? You sound as if you're

Takeyasu woke up just before the alarm went off. He felt much better than he had before he drank too much. His added charges due to the mini bar would be more than he wanted it to be but there was no one else to blame but himself. Takeyasu grabbed his things and headed down to the front desk. As he was about to check out he changed his mind. "I'd like for you to hold my room for me. I will be returning within a week." The desk clerk looked up at him with a friendly smile. "Our pleasure sir. We just need to run your credit card for several days in advance then you'll be all set." She typed on the computer quickly before letting him know everything was set. Takeyasu got in the car and was about to drive when he received a call. The number was registered as "Nisan." A small smile and frown battled on his face. He was happy to have heard from his older brother, even if he was older by five minutes, but sad he was going to be driving soon to the airport. He answered anyway placing the ca

The first person to see her come down in her high school uniform wad Kenisha. It took her several double takes for her to register her twenty- four year old daughter is wearing that after it's been several years. "Uh honey.. are you going through a phase or something? Is this a cry for help?" Akiaya was already embarrassed having to wear it in the first place but to have her mama say that made her cheeks flame pink. "NO! Is this cause you think I never rebelled or because papa is home for a change actually resting?" She wanted to keep talking to explain herself but hide her face in shame and ran off. Willow happened to see the exchange. She could help but drive home her disdain for Akiaya. "Oh look if it isn't the tramp. Thought you would get more guys dressing in your old uniform." Willow scoffed and walked away. Akiaya was no longer red from embarrassment but now red with anger. Willow seemed to have forgotten that she always bested her in every mixed martial arts match they had.

Akiaya was in the kitchen pestering Chef Xeno. He had placed her in a corner of the massive kitchen to keep her from interfering with his work. Xeno knew that without her father here she was beside herself with too much time and anxiety. "Mademoiselle Akiaya, papa Eum awake no? Why are you here and not home?" She fiddled with her thumbs thinking for a moment. "I wanted to stay home but I also know papa would want me to prioritize the company first since we have over a thousand employees working for us not including the partners we have as well." Her voice was laced with discomfort and sadness. There was soon a soft clap and a loud exhale. "Alright so Chef Xeno can I have a stuffed French toast topped with strawberries, blueberries, blackberries and a mountain of whipped cream. Also, scrambled eggs and apple juice, please?" Food was one way that always kept Akiaya from going maniac. It wasn't a healthy way but she always ate healthy foods when she was upset. Xeno knew she would binge

James turned the corner of 69th and Garfield street. Luckily there was parking right outside of the Palace Royal Elite.* This was their first time using this venue but it was highly recommended by each designer Takeyasu has ever used. James and Takeyasu stepped out of the vehicle to a pleasant autumn breeze. It felt as if summer kissed spring. The sun was shining but without the heatwave. James followed behind Takeyasu on his left side. The owner of the venue came out to greet them with an apologetic look on his face. He ushered them inside. The couple in question, the Jillstones, were already inside. The woman was a tall 5'9 woman with red hair and blue eyes. She looked as if she was the typical model with her pale skin. Her hair made her stand out even more. The man was even taller than Takeyasu. He had to tilt his head forty degrees up just to meet his eyes. His honey brown eyes peered into his soul. The stood out against his dark brown skin. The two men gr