Last Girl

Chapter 15

The whole notion of running away was completely preposterous! It seemed as if my chances of escape were slim. Considering my gender, status, wealth and lineage, there was no way my disappearance would go undetected!

But alas, I was foolishly on board with this plan. I didn't care where I would end up. All I cared about was who would be by my side. And that individual was Haruto.

"On Thursday night we will escape. Everyone will be too preoccupied with drinking to celebrate your marriage. The coast should be clear"

It seemed simple. Too simple. If anyone were to catch us, I would put my bets on Sanada-san. He seemed to lurk around the corners at the most inconvenient of times. How can Haruto possibly assure me that we would not have a run-in with him?

Call it stupidity, but I didn't press Haruto any further about the matter. I didn't want to risk him getting cold feet. So, I blindly accepted the plan. I can safely say that was very poor judgement on my end. By the time Wednesday rolled around, the cogs of chaos were already being set into motion.

"Is the plan to tell or not to tell her Father?" Sanada-san suddenly asked.

We were both taken aback. I guess we expected Sanada-san to maintain a professional relationship with us within the bounds of the classroom.

The lump in my throat prevented me from replying. Even if I wanted to, what should I say? I feel like whatever I do say will be taken and used as ammunition against me.

"What are you talking about?" Haruto sternly asked Sanada-san.

"Let's not beat around the bush. You two aren't exactly subtle. I know you both want to be together. But you can't, because of her engagement. That's why you were looking for a loophole."

I can't say I was surprised. It seemed very likely that he was aware that we were conspiring together. He even lent us a hand.

"I would advise you to discuss such matters with her Father. He wouldn't take too kindly with you proposing marriage to her, behind his back."

"We don't need your meddling." Haruto barked back.

Curling his lips frustratedly, Sanada-san's eyebrow started to twitch. "I was trying to save you the hardship, but I guess that's out of the question now. Either you tell him, or I will."

Why is he so adamant about sabotaging my life!

"Go on. Try to prove there is something more. I've been here longer than you have. My word against yours is stronger."

And like that, Haruto stood up from the table and violently slammed the chair in. I was surprised that he was going to leave mid-lesson, but it was warranted.

"Let's leave Miss." Haruto grabbed my hand to drag me out, alongside him. I had no qualms with doing such, but was it really okay to ignore Sanada-san's threat?

When we returned to my room, I was thankful to finally be at ease. As I was about to embrace Haruto, I was quickly taken aback as I felt myself being pulled away.

"WHY ARE YOU HOLDING HANDS WITH MY FIANCÉE?" Kaoru yelled.

Ah. I guess I was lucky, in that I didn't pull any romantic gestures on Haruto just yet.

"I was just escorting her."

"You don't need to. I don't wish to see you ever lay a finger on her again. You're dismissed."

I am standing right here. What right did Kaoru have in ordering Haruto around? He wasn't my husband just yet. He holds no power over anyone else. Haruto who was also aware of this was contemplating what to do. Adhere to Kaoru's orders, or stand his ground?