Across The Years (CITRUS)

Twenty Eight - A New World

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No One's POV

After the tender moment, Yuzu got serious. "Ok, I need to go over some things with you."

"Ok."

"Now, first of all, tell no one you are from 1869. The time machine that we used was one of a kind. Most people do not believe it possible to travel through time and would think you had lost your mind. Another reason we don't want people to know, as some may want to use it for evil purposes."

Mei nodded. "What do I say then?"

"I have a friend Nene, who is going to get you some identity documents so you can pass as someone from this time. We have come up with a story that explains things. Your parents were both Japanese, Shinzo and Sara Aihara. They moved to the remote Japanese Island of Hachijō before you were born. They were the island's only inhabitants. Your parents rejected all forms of technology and preferred to live a simple life, away from other people. They only came to the mainland 2 or 3 times a year and only for supplies. You grew up on the island were kept very isolated from the modern world. You've recently decided to rejoin the modern world and sadly were attacked in London shortly after you arrived. I know it's a lie, but it will explain you not knowing what a lot of things are. Do you understand?"

"I understand."

"Ok, as I said you're in a hospital. You'll see lots of strange things, but the doctors and nurses here want to help you. In fact, they've been ordered to give you extra special treatment. This room you're in with the nice carpeting and tan walls is the best one here. Don't be afraid of them."

"It looks strange, but it is nice."

"Ok, now that we have that straight. The doctor told me you should be out of the hospital in 5-7 days."

"Then what?"

"I told your father I would take care of you and in any case, we can be together. You can stay with me in my apartment in Herford."

While the prospect of being with Yuzu all the time had a giant thrill element to Mei, the prospect of actually living in sin made her uncomfortable. She felt very torn about it. But as to not offend Yuzu and knowing she didn't have any choice, Mei smiled. 

"That sounds nice."

Yuzu then leaned over and kissed Mei on the cheek. "Just you and me."

A loud knock at the door broke the momentary quiet of the

room.

Yuzu made a fist and growled at the interruption. "Come in."

The door quickly opened and in walked Shirapon, shopping bag in hand. "She's awake. So good to see that."

"Who is this?" Said Mei.

"This is...."

Before Yuzu could answer, Shirapon walked up and shook Mei's hand. "I'm Professor Shiraho, inventor of the time machine. Not to mention super genius."

Yuzu shook her head and muttered something about a runaway ego.

Mei smiled politely and gracefully shook her hand. "Pleased to meet you. I'm Mei."

"I am so sorry Mei, that things turned out as they did. I'm just so glad that we were at least able to get you to the hospital in time."

"Thank you, Professor."

Yuzu thought for a moment. "Hey, how come it's Professor Shiraho instead of Doctor Shiraho like you were calling yourself earlier, or did I screw up your timeline too?"