Tapping his finger on the big oak table, the brunette unconsciously bit his lip as Yasano glanced at him, raising a brow.
"Everything alright there, Dazai?"
"All's fine. Thank you." The brunette answer quickly as he retrieved hid hand, folding his arms across his chest.
It was only a few more minutes before the meeting door was swung open and three man entered the room. Their aura enveloping everyone there.
"Thank you everyone one for attending this meeting." The grey haired male spoke up as he gestured for the port mafia members to seat.
Mori Ogai, Nakahara Chuuya and Kouyou Ozaki...
The brunette watched them as they sat themselves down, only Chuuya giving a glance but it soon returned to Fukuzawa.
"As agreed on, thanks to the port mafia's help in our last...mission, Mori sensei..."
Though subtle, guilt was in the man's voice as he glanced over to the raven haired who was resting his head on his interlocked hands, a smile on his face that showed no thoughts, plans or emotions.
"You may choose one of our members to temporarily work in the mafia." The man emphasised the word 'temporarily' just for Mori to hear.
As the other's mouth parted, the grey haired male continued, "Yasano is off bounds."
The raven haired male frowned before chuckling, "You don't need to keep on repeating that, Fukuzawa-dono, I'm no longer interested in her."
Dazai glanced to the side when he caught a glimpse of Mori giving him a side glance.
"Welcome back to the mafia, Dazai-kun..."
The brunette felt his heart sink as he uncrossed his legs, standing up shakily. The rest of the ADA members watched in shock. They were thinking mori would choose Atsushi, the infamous weretiger or maybe even tanizaki for his ability.
"President...May I confirm that you were the one who made this deal?" Dazai made his voice sound even. He did not miss the concerned glance Chuuya was giving him.
"That's right, Dazai." The grey haired male reluctantly replied, eyes closing as he refused to meet the other's gaze.
Rampo who was sitting beside the president, allowed his eyes to open, taking a peek at Dazai's reaction which was nothing currently, just a blank look on his face.
Fukuzawa, upon noticing Rampo's suddenly serious expression, found his eyes also glancing at the brunette.
The grey haired male nudged the raven haired gently but Rampo merely shook his head, not answering Fukuzawa's answer.
"I refuse." The brunette said bluntly, legs moving faster than he thought as he reached for the door knob.
"Dazai-kun, you should listen to orders given to you." The port mafia boss's cold voice echoed in the silent meeting room.
"I refuse politely." The brunette added as he turned to face the raven haired who stood, approaching the brunette with a menacing smile, only Dazai knowing the meaning of it.
The purple haired lady watched with narrowed eyes as she glanced at Fukuzawa and Rampo who were looking right back at her.
"How could you, Dazai-kun? After all we've been theough together."
"Is that so? I don't remember any memories of us being together."
Everyone in the room were aware that Dazai used to be in the port mafia and nothing else about the man, much more about Mori's and his relationship.
The raven's smile disappeared.
"Well, Dazai-kun, whether you like it or not. You're returning to the mafia-"
"I refuse." The brunette repeated his answer, voice cold and firm, signalling he wasn't messing around.
Atsuhsi looked at his mentor with a worried glance, he hasn't seen his teacher so...tense before. Was it tense? He wasn't sure but to him it was. Scared even? Seems like the rest hasn't caught on.
"Dazai, may you tell me why you refuse?"
The brunette's eyes snapped to Fukuzawa in a second and the grey haired male felt a shiver go down his spine when he saw the glare the brunette had failed to hide.
"My reasons are private. I refuse and you can't force it on me."
The president sighed to himself. What was happening? He really shouldn't have made this deal but Rampo had assured him it would be fine and there will be benefits. According to everything that has happened so far, nothing was really beneficial right now.
Rampo hopped on his feet, pushing the lollipop into his mouth before pulling it out again as he smiled, "Dazai, you can't disobey Presidents' order."
Mori smiled at that as he glanced at Fukuzawa, who was pinching the bridge of his nose.
"Rampo-san...Will you be able to force it on me?"
The raven haired frowned, taking a few steps back. Did he miscalculated or did he predict something wrong?
Noticing Ranpo's slightly shocked expression, Fukuzawa knew something was wrong.
"Mori-sensei, I hate to waste your time since time is precious for you. Would you be able to choose someone else?"
The raven haired raised a brow before retreating, "Fukuzawa-dono, are you breaking out contract? If I remembered properly, the deal stated that I could choose anyone I want, apart from Yasano."
The grey haired man bit his lip as he nodded, he did agree to that fact he should've put more thought into this deal. Well, he shouldn't have made any deal with this man in the first place.
The raven haired quickly stepped a few steps back, dodging the incoming punch from the brunette who was silently standing there until now.
Rampo smirked as he sat back down on his seat. How amusing...
"That's not very nice, Dazai-kun..." the raven haired joked, sending a serious glance at the brunette.
"Dazai, an order to stop and sit back down please. I'm sure we can work something out."
Only then did a smile plaster itself back on the brunette's face, as he laughed it off, "Just kidding."
Dazai sat back on his seat all smiling and so did Mori.
"No worries, Fukuzawa-dono, I have all day to discuss this."
The grey haired man sighed, "Are you sure there's no one else you want because it seems that Dazai doesn't want to cooperate."
"I beg your pardon but I only want Dazai-kun, no one else fits the requirements I want."
"Also," the raven haired continued, "Isn't it your job as their 'president' to sort out your workers?"
"That's respectfully none of your business. I take care of my workers the way I want."
"Well, if it's like that. You should be able to talk to your dear worker over here who isn't really cooperative and convince him to join me."
A sigh from the other, "Dazai, it seems we have no choice. You'll have to go with Mori-san."
"You're sure that's your decision, Fukuzawa-san?" The brunette asked back, his attention all on the president.
Everyone's eyes widened at the way Dazai addressed him. The brunette never stepped out of line, always respecting his elders.
"Yes, that is my decision. Unless you can give us a reason on why you can't?"
The brunette glanced at the raven haired who was seating beside Fukuzawa, looking at him as well.
"Sly bastard." The brunette muttered to himself, knowing well that Ranpo heard it.
"I can assure you I'll take good care of your worker. Rest assured."
Mori added on.
"I still refuse. I don't want to go with the likes of him. He's utter trash that I don't respect."
Kunikida couldn't help but gasp at the brunette's sudden vulgar words.
Mori frowned, "That's insulting. I'll have to remind you I'm at a higher rank than you are Dazai, even at your current job."
The brunette scoffed, just nodding his head. He caught a glimpse of Yasanos snickering.
"Dazai, why don't you tell everyone why you don't want to go back to the mafia?" The raven haired said as he opened his eyes, emerald slits looking right at the brunette.
Dazai smiled, "I can assure you Ranpo-san, I won't be alive by the time the sort called 'temporarily' ends."
Fukuzawa seems to find that concerning.
"What was your role like in the mafia Dazai?"
"I don't get what does that go to do with the the situati-"
"Answer the question Dazai-kun, you shouldn't lie to your colleagues." Mori cut him off, finding the scene unfolding in front of him amusing.
"I don't think he was asking you, Mori-san." The brunette hissed.
"I'll be glad to tell everyone for you."
"I rather my name not come out of your mouth. Thank you."
"Yoh two act like children, stop it. Dazai just answer the question, what role did you play in the mafia?" Rampo said, cutting the duo off.
The brunette sighed, glancing at the raven haired as he dragged it out longer.
"Must I?" He whined, the brunette chuckling to himself when he saw the ginger face palming himself.
"Yes Dazai." Fukuzawa ordered.
"Youn-" The brunette was rudely cut off by Mori.
"It seems Dazai-kun doesn't want to say it so I would. My precious Dazai was the youngest executive in port mafia history. My right hand man and my amazing demon prodigy who contributed much to the port mafia. I thank you for that, Dazai..."
Atsushi couldn't help but muttered put loud, "Executive...?"
The brunette only nodded, rolling his eyes, showing the lack of enthusiasm on his part.
"No wonder you want Dazai." Yasno spoke up as she glared at the other.
"I'm supporting Dazai. You better choose someone else."
The brunette gave her a soft smile. Chuuya watched as a smile crept up his face. Seems that Dazai's new friends weren't that bad.
"My, Yasano...have you grown soft"
The purple haired lady ignored Mori's comment and turned to Fukuzawa and Rampo, "Is there any way to change the contract?"
Mori's eyes narrowed as his mouth parted but Rampo neat him to it.
"If Dazai quits the agency."
The purple hair lady's eyes widened, "We can't just make Dazai quit against his will."
"If you allow Dazai to come with me to the mafia temporarily, I will give you free access to the all the files of the mafia, including information."
The brunette chuckled to himself. Mori's that desperate.
"That does seem like a great offer but I would not force one of my worke-" The grey haired got cut off.
"I'll go."
The brunette smiled as he stood up before repeating himself, "I'll go. I hope Mori-san will keep his end of the bargain."
"Of course. If I don't, you're free to leave."
The brunette smiled, "Then that's settles. Hope you make good use of the information, President."
"Dazai, are you sure?" Yasano looked worriedly at him and Dazai just nodded, humming.
"Don't worry, Yasano-san, I'll call you if anything goes wrong."
The crane haired adjusted his glasses as emerald slits stared at Dazai, "Are you really sure, Dazai? We can deny the offer if needed."
Fukuzawa's eyes widened as he looked back at Dazai as well, asking him the same silent question.
"Gosh, you guys worry too much, I'll be fine."
He acted as if he hadn't said everything that would add up to the agency being worried.
"An order to call us at least once everyday. That's fine right, President?"
The grey haired male nodded.
Everyone looked concerned at how Rampo acted, he never gave an order without the Presidents affirmation first.
"Well then, thank you for the deal. We'll be going."
On cue, Kouyou and Chuuya bowed before walking out of the room silently, Mori and Dazai following.
Yasano contemplated grabbing Dazai and checking on him but noticing the reassuring smile on his face, she decided against it.
Everyone watched as Dazai waved one last time before the door closed with a resounding thud.
"Are you sure that was a good idea?" Atsushi spoke up timidly.
"I trust that Dazai will tell us if anything goes wrong." Fukuzawa replied composed but he couldn't help but worry for his worker.
"Don't put your hopes on it." Rampo said as everyone' eyes widened.
"What does that mean?" Kunikida spoke up.
"I'm telling you he might not tell us the truth."
"You got to be kidding me." The blonde sighed, he touched couldn’t help but worry for his annoying partner.
"Well just have to wait and see."