Intertwine (Strings of Fate)-UNEDITED

Chapter Two

             "I know, it's ok with me. Well it turned out great." I replied. "Did you meet new friends? Are they nice to you?" I chuckled to his questions. "Don't be ridiculous Ken. Yes, I met new friends, and they are nice to me." Well I cannot say they are my friends, maybe more than a companions or acquaintances. "That's great! Even though I'm not there with you, I don't even have to worry about you."

            "I know, I can handle myself." "Sorry, maybe in few days I can be with you soon. You know, I have to handle our company first."  "Don't worry about that Ken, I understand. Also, you've helped me so much through the years. And I'm grateful for all your help." "I know, you needed our helped so much. And we can't abandon you, can't we?" I smiled for he said. It was 'them' who helped me in this past 2 years. They are my second family.

            "Thank you, Ken"

            "Don't worry about it. I'll see you soon, ok?" "Right, I'll see you soon. Bye!" "Take care, bye!" I put down the phone. I got up and changed my clothes. I opened my bag and took out my notes. I borrowed Ayaka-san's notes for me to follow the class. Her notes were neat. I can't imagined she actually studying. Maybe I should change my first impression on them, they somewhat nice to me.

            And if ever, if ever they find out who I am, well maybe that will never happened. After I found that person, I will leave this place. And I can't have a strong bond to those people, I can't involved them, now that I'm ready  to take my revenge. Suddenly a familiar sound echoed in the room vibrating inside my bag. I pick up the phone and I saw the caller was Ayaka-san.

            "Alexis-chan! Are you busy right now?" Ayaka asked. "Why do you ask?"

"If your free tonight come with us." "For what?"

            "Don't ask, just come. Meter senpai said so." With wary face, I know I can't ignore them.  "Tell me where." I just answered without any clear thought. "Hai! don't you worry about anything. I know you'll like it. Don't be late, ttebane!"

            "Yeah right, be there." I put down my phone after I receive her text and I continue what I was doing. I finished copying the lecture as I look at clock and it was already past nine, my appointment is 10:30. I pack my books and notes in my bag, I went to the bathroom and take a short hot shower. I blowered my hair and I let it lay down, as I put on some light make-up. I changed my clothes to skinny jeans, I paired it with black hanging off shoulder toppers underneath is a black spaghetti strap with black flat form boots. I grab my pouch and my car keys, and I am ready. Before I went out, I looked at the picture in my desk.

            "I'm going out." I lock the door of my suite and went to the elevator, I push the down buttons that went to the underground parking area of the hotel. There are hundreds of car parked in the area. I went to the slot on the left wing there I easily saw my target. Jet-black Aesir Moon Super Sports. Currently the fastest car ever made, and there is only three of its kind in the world. I push the signal button and the driver's door slide upward, I hop in and start the engine.

            "Map on" I scoffed and the built-in computers started.  'Voiced recognized, good evening Miss A.' said by the voice computer. "Lead me to the Yukimori Restaurant." 'Yukimori Restaurant it is'. The car drifted to the right and went straight for the door leading to the busy hi-way of Tokyo. One of the most beautiful city, embedded with lots of colorful dancing lights in the street that flooded the whole city with brightness even though it is already nighttime. You can see busy people striding through the pavement from every direction, making the atmosphere at joyous mood. This is how the people in this country are, a mirror of great technology and modernization of the earth. I passed through the Tokyo Tower, as it stands proud at the heart of the city.

            The car turned into a wide alley that goes straight to a hill where a grandiose Japanese shrine at the top of it stands. The large wooded gate automatically opens for costumers. As you passed through the wooden gate, you will see large gardens with some bamboo fountain and even large fishpond that been part of Japanese art for years. The restaurant was an old Japanese mansion converted it to a restaurant. I park my car in a wide parking area allotted only for costumers or guests. I was greeted by many aligned maids dressed in their traditional dresses the kimono.

            "Irrashaimase, ojuo-sama" (Welcome, My Lady) they exclaimed chorally.

"Uhmm, arigatou." I suddenly spoke to them. "Welcome, Alexis-chan." Ayaka greeted me as she was waiting at the top of the stairs also wearing a traditional dress. I walked straight at her silently with awed look at my face. "I came as you said. What are we doing here?" I asked. "Don't be so anxious Alexis, it's not even started yet. Issho ni?"(Let's go?) I followed her went to a large room, where all of the empresses were present. They were also dressed in kimono like Ayaka. They were sitting at the pillow below them like the anime I always watching. In front of them was a large-longed table with lots of Japanese delicacies well known in the country. Like there was a festival or a party going on here.

            "Irrashai, Alexis-chan." They said chorally. "Take a seat. We don't want to spoil the night." Meter senpai exclaimed. "Yorokonde." (With pleasure) I answered politely. "I know this is sudden, but we planned it to surprise you." Ayaka said. "I appreciate it, thank you." "It is a tradition, a ceremony to a new member of the group." Ritsu senpai seconded. "What are we waiting for, let's eat!" Kannon senpai exclaimed excitedly.

            "Itadakimasu!" (Thanks for the food) We said. As we take our time eating, we took the privilege to talk to each other and tell the stories of our lives. Some fake stories of my life. Emptiness in my heart was filled with joy, at that time. Even though all I was saying was all lies to them. And I thought I can trust them with these lies of mine.

            The night with them seems to grow slower. It's been midnight since we finish chatting and eating with our stomach full. After saying goodbyes I was on my way to the parking lot when I saw him in the edge of the pond staring at me, as if waiting for me.

            "What are you doing here?" I asked of him. "I..uh..just taking a walk down here." Jiro answered my inquiry.  "Taking a walk at this kind of place and at this hour?" I scoffed. "Well, I guess I can't lie to you, am I?" "Well that's not going to happen. What are doing here anyway?"

            "I come here often because it's one of my favorite places, and I'm always welcome to come here, that's why." "Hmm well, if that's your answer I can't do anything about it." I know I was doing was wrong, talking to him makes me uncomfortable. And some things I'm not comfortable with, I can't tolerate.

            "Tell me, what are you doing here at this kind of hour? Do you have an appointment with Meter-nee-chan?" "Well, they say it was a tradition of theirs."

            "Ah, their welcome party? I guess they don't get over with it, as well I was before." "They did this also? Hmm what a weird guys are you?" "Well you can say that. Then were weird also, I guess." I laughed at his statement. "I guess that's a fact."

            "It's already midnight weren't you going home?" "I was going home, I just caught you up." "Then, I guess your parents are worried about you." As I heard that very word, I went silently. Something inside me shut down, as if dying from within. "I guess I should hurry back." "Itarashai!(Take care)" "What did you say?" I asked. "I said 'Take care', you should've reply 'Itekimasu'"

            "Uhm..alright, Itekimasu, is it?" He waved his hand as I waved mine as well. I hopped in my car and drove away. As I was driving midway my phone suddenly ringed, I picked it up. I saw in the screen an unregistered number.

            "Yobohalsaeyou?" I asked. "Haha, is that how you say hello? It's me Jiro." "Ah sorry, uhm hey why are you calling, and how'd you get my number?" "I was just checking you out, and I asked it to Meter-nee-chan." "Is that so? Don't worry I'm on my way." "Well I guess I don't have to worry that much."

            "Arigatou, I can take care of myself." After our last goodbyes, I shut off my phone. I have been getting some weird calls these past few days.