Chapter 92 - That is your answer

For those people who are against Akito. For those people who are suspicious of her. Akito and her dating would be the ideal conclusion. Since it would mean they could simply watching over the two of them together instead of separately.

Akito didn't show a hint of surprise at her words. Instead, he scooped her up in his arms again. "Where are you going to take me?"

"The garden, the weather looks good."

Setsura sighed, "Is this around about way to dodge my question? I thought you'd be pleased if I confessed to you."

He chuckles, "Just changing the setting."

..

"How beautiful, I didn't know there were sunflowers here."

"Yeah, the neighbor before he passed away entrusted this place to me. I come here often."

A field of sunflowers, somewhere slightly past the forest. Indeed, nobody would think of going to such a place. That would explain why it is so quiet. A deep exhale escaped Setsura's lips. Being surrounded by flowers like this felt nice. While there are many flowers in the garden back at the mansion. Sunflowers are large flowers and are the same size as people. So, the phrase being surrounded by flowers works here. It's so beautiful, Setsura didn't think Akito would know of such a place.

Then again, this man does not fail to surprise her.

"You really are fond of places that are not habited by civilization."

"Is that what it seems like?"

"More like," Setsura looked away. "The place you choose as your home is a peculiar one. Away from civilization - but you are not trying to hide away from people. Contrary to what you may say."

"Then, why else am I in this place?"

"If I were to give you an answer now. Why do I feel as though you'd change it?

Akito wrapped his arms around her, pressing his back against hers. A content sigh passed her lips. "I think you're the one who made me strange."

Laughter followed by Akito kissing her ear. "Were you really serious about what you said?"

"It's hard to believe, I know. But yes, maybe for us two...it is for the best. No, regardless of what other people think, right now, what we feel for each other is obvious."

"What about him?"

Setsura closed her eyes, "I still cannot remember. So, am I betraying him? I'm unsure. But, I do not want to let this go."

"Setsura."

"Akito, you have to promise me, though. If I do recall everything if I leave you because of it, do not hate me, do not blame me."

"Are you afraid that I'd hate you?"

"Thinking about it logically, what do you think?" At those words, Akito pushed her down until she laid on the grass. Unlike earlier, the look in his eyes seemed weaker. He did not look so desperate; instead, he looks lost like a child.

Setsura caressed his cheeks. "Akito, it's fine."

"I do love you, Setsura. Don't make any mistake. But whether I have the right to go out with you is another story."

"There is no such thing as a mistake. Since everything happens for a reason, even events that others consider misfortune."

"Is that what you genuinely think?"

"Yes," Setsura said softly. "You don't want to be with me after all this?"

"I want to."

"Then, that is your answer."

...

November 8th - Victor's workshop-

The days have gone by so quickly. Her gaze drifted towards her phone. She somehow managed to get it to work, and yet naturally, there is no signal or anything. But the date keeps changing. 'November 8th..' Almost two months have passed since she came here. Such a short amount of time and yet she already has a boyfriend. Setsura didn't quite understand why she changed her mind. It's not like Akito was pressuring her or anything. Not once did he act forcefully. He was very patient with her. But even then..she…

'She wants to be by his side.' Setsura thought. She can stand by his side without being his girlfriend, but .. How much does she know about the man named Akito?

"If your bored Setsura-chan, you can go back," Victor said.

"No, I was just thinking about something."

"About Akito?"

Setsura nodded. "I accepted his feelings. But, I wonder about this whole thing. Is it far too soon?"

She only met him more or less two months ago. Is that enough time?

Victor smiles, "So, that's what you're worried about."

"I don't want people thinking I'm a cheap woman."

A chuckle escaped Victor's lips, and she glares at him, "This isn't funny. While I'm adjusting to the role as his girlfriend. The servants keep giving me the strangest looks. I'd ignore them like usual. But lately, it is so excessive." She has a hard time dealing with persistent people. Not even her poker face works with them.

"Hmmm, let's look at it this way. The passage of time shouldn't determine whether or not you know a person. Akito is my childhood friend, but how much do I actually know about him?"

"Knowing and understanding are different…"

"That's right, and you not only know Akito but understand him quite well. You don't have to worry about something as superficial as time."

Setsura wanted to laugh at that comment. Is time superficial? If it weren't for the passage of time, then she wouldn't be here in the first place.

"But, I have to admit I was surprised too. What made you change your mind?" Victor questioned.

"When I was on the verge of death, I felt regretful. Akito came to mind then and all the things he has done for me since I came here. When I realized that, I understood that deep down, I already started to like him."

"But?"

"However, that alone wasn't enough. I guess it was when he came for me. He looked so frantic and desperate," Setsura mumbled. That was the first time she ever saw him like that. It reminded her of someone.

"..and that is your answer."

Setsura sighed, "Why am I discussing this with you again?"

Victor chuckled, "Isn't it because you believe I'm more rational?"

"That may be it."

But, her gaze drifted towards him. Victor isn't a simple person, either. While he is always smiling on the surface, even this person has something they are hiding.

Her answer, huh? Her choosing to be with Akito isn't a mistake, right?