two 2 tango | sanzu h.

devil's advocate

The moment you enter the mansion, the first thing you think to do is go into your room and lie in bed.

Maybe watch a movie with Kioko, or maybe sleep some more - anything to get your mind off Sanzu, even for a damn moment.

You're the one that's 'bad for his health', yet he always seems to make your brain work tirelessly in attempts to decipher him.

The change in attitude seems drastic, but before you could get lost in thought Izana's voice calling from the meeting room disturbs you.

" What's up? " You lean on the wall, scanning the three men sitting at the table.

" Pack your bags " Sanzu shrugs, and you frown and look towards Mikey.

" What is the meaning of this? "

Your stomach drops at that very moment, anxiety running through your veins at the possibility of being kicked out.

You don't exactly have anywhere to go, other than that - you didn't do anything wrong, it's not like-

" Sanzu's going away for a few days in central Tokyo to tie a few loose ends for Mikey " Izana states.

You sigh of relief, leaning your back against the wall in a relaxed manner.

Fucking overthinking again.

" And what does that have to do with me? " Your arms crossed defensively.

" You're going with him " Izana lets you know, and the nonchalant smile on Sanzu's face as he tilts back on his chair silently ticks you off.

You don't have the energy to go anywhere, and with the way you're overanalysing everything - it's clear you need a break.

From him, even more so.

Just a day or two - just to be... alone for a bit, to gather your thoughts. After all, so much has been going on.

" I don't think he needs any help " You point out, and Sanzu breathes out a "I don't ".

" Then keep him company and stay at the hotel - we operate in twos you should know this by now" Izana shrugs, making Sanzu laugh.

" What am I, a fucking dog now? I'm not go- " You snap, making Sanzu kiss his teeth.

" I told y'all " He stands up from his chair, looking towards the two brothers, " Guess it can't be helped, I'll just have to go alone- "

Mikey calls both of your names out sternly as you're about to leave the room, and you both turn your heads.

" You're going together, have I made myself clear?"

In unison, you both nod but as soon as you leave the meeting room - a frustrated sigh leaves you.

Spending more time alone with him is the last thing you'd need, seems like you can't catch a break.

Pft, there goes your plan to have a coffee date with Kioko tomorrow.

He seemed nonchalant enough in front of Mikey and Izana, but a small smile curls on his lips once you close the door behind yourself.

" I want a separate room " You're quick to wipe the smile off his face, instead being replaced by an annoyed expression.

" Just go pack your shit, you'll be staying in the hotel room anyway " He walks past you, and you cross your arms offended.

If you're going to central Tokyo, you'd hope to at least visit a few places along the way.

" Like hell I will, I'm- "

Sanzu turned his head to glance at you, and any words you wanted to get out got stuck in your throat immediately.

Since when could he even do that to you? He can shut you up with one glance now? That's weak shit.

" 10 minutes " He nods before leaving, and your lips part as you zone out on him.

You're stuck in place for a few moments before shaking your head and heading to your room.

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Sigh after sigh of pure exhaustion comes out as you pack up a few clothes, which eventually ends up with you groaning frustrated on the mattress of your bed.

In a hurry, you remove the hoodie you initially put back on to cover yourself due to overheating.

You're safe, everyone should be out at this hour anyway - you heard from Kakucho that the Haitanis didn't bother coming home last night either.

He's the only one you briefly saw before he also left - to go God knows where.

To your horror, though, you hear the brief click of your door opening - giving you no time to react.

" Hey girl- "

It's Kioko. It's just Kioko.

Holy shit, at this rate it feels like you're bound to get a heart attack today.

" What's u- " And then she notices, and her mouth parts into a shocked expression. It makes you laugh, motioning her over.

" Close the door~ be quiet " You whisper after briefly hearing footsteps moving on the stairs.

" Where the fuck have you been? " She whispers back, grabbing a hold of your hand and pulling it towards her.

" Ow - be careful, it stings, you dumbass " You retract your hand, still laughing under your breath at her facial expressions.

" Was it Sanzu? " Kioko asks, scanning the marks left all over your body. You press your lips together silently while trying not to laugh.

" Oh my god, it was! " Her tone rises, and you shush her and start hitting her playfully, making her giggle.

A loud knock on your door, followed by two more.

" Are you ready? I'm coming in " Sanzu's muffled voice asks, and Kioko covers her mouth and tries to hide next to your wardrobe.

She fails and stumbles over her feet. And as soon as that door opens you couldn't help but erupt in laughter.

Sanzu stares at the scene, and points blankly towards Kioko, then towards you, and back at her.

" Hi " She lets out flustered, still whispering
" Nice, uh - to see you- "

You couldn't help but facepalm as she waved awkwardly and tried slipping out of the room.

" Kioko " Sanzu calls out, startling the girl into turning back around.

" Yep? "

" You saw nothing "

She purses her lips, " Nothing, I saw nothing "

Kioko glances one more time towards you with a grin before successfully managing to slip past Sanzu, and out of the room.

" You're too careless " Sanzu sighs, throwing the hoodie at you before sitting down at the edge of your bed.

" It's just Kioko "

" Never knew you as the trusting type " He zips up your bag, and you sigh as you throw the hoodie back on.

" I know what I'm saying " A sigh leaves you once you get out of bed, " Where are we even going? "

" I have business to handle "

" I'm not gonna sit around and do nothing " You shrug, "So just-"

" That's, actually, exactly what you'll be doing " Sanzu grabs a hold of your two bags and walks out, and you follow closely behind him.

" Haruchiyo " You press on, and he lets out a deep sigh.

" We'll talk later, just get to the car "