Chapter 107 - If

Then again, when Setsura gave it more thought. It's normal for Akito to understand her. Based on that conversation, they had not too long ago; she understood that he had the same look in his eyes. He is the same as her. He is hiding behind a wall of sadness that not even she understood completely. One of the main reasons why she accepted his feelings for her is because of this. She felt like he could support her. At first, that's why she accepted. But, as time went by, Setsura knew that her feelings for him were growing.

She no longer wants to deny anything, but the moment she becomes sincere. Won't something change again?

"If I remember everything, will my feelings for Akito disappear?"

Katakura paused and shook his head. "It won't disappear; the feelings you have for him won't vanish because that's what you're feeling. However, you'll remember the feelings you have for your old lover. Between the two, you'll have to weigh down your feelings."

A deep sigh passed her lips, "Why is this so complicated? Maybe I should divide myself into two." This way, both Akito and that person could have her.

Katakura sweat fell, "Don't say that with such a serious expression. I should warn you that you should be careful with your words too."

"My words?"

"If you genuinely and sincerely desire something. Your words will be turned into a wish when that happens..."

So, something like that can happen. Well, she's already seen a fraction of the guardian's abilities. Based on the power she had, too, anything is possible. "Are you telling me there are people with a higher position than Oslo?"

"In a sense, yes," Katakura nodded. "While the main things are reported to Master Oslo, there are those with a higher position. But I've never met them."

"I see, so there is a hierarchy too."

"Did you call me out today to speak about the guardians?"

"No, I wanted to ask about this notebook." Setsura pulled out the journal from her bag. "It seems like a diary record of some kind. Pages are missing, and I was wondering if you could do something about it."

Katakura examined the book; for a split moment, his eyes widened. It was brief, but his expression was a mixture of surprise and sadness.

"Katakura?" Setsura called out.

"Ah, yes. I can retrieve the pages for you, but it will take some time. I'll have to ask Master to ensure this doesn't interfere with your tasks too."

"I see, then I shall leave it to you."

Was it just her imagination? It's probably not something she can pry about. With that in mind, Setsura turned back to the small sphere where the two shards were. "So, how come one of these are red? Rather, when I touched the second one. It felt like blood."

At that comment, the blonde's expression turned serious, and he walked over to the platform. Setsura stepped back so he could get a better look. Katakura extended his hand out and closed his eyes. After a few moments, the shard turned a different shade, and Setsura blinked. Oh ..

"What just happened?"

"I didn't notice when you put it. But somebody must have touched the shard before you."

"Well, I got it from the auction..." Setsura thought nothing was wrong. But when she looked over Katakura wore such a serious expression on his face.

Katakura shook his head, "By someone, I mean somebody with abilities."

Somebody with abilities? Then again, Akito did tell her that many creatures of the night were there. Still, can any normal creature affect this shard? The shard was now a standard color, the same transparent one with a burst of mini colors inside. Even though this entire time, it was a bright red.

"Setsura-chan, somebody is targeting you. You have to be very careful from now on."

"That warning is too vague."

Katakura sighed, his gaze darkened. "Then, I'll spell it out for you. On the way here, I was late because somebody was intervening."

"Ah.."

"Honestly," Katakura ran his hands through his blonde locks. "I was unsure whether I ought to remain in charge of your case. I think Master Oslo can handle this better. But, he still entrusted the job to me. I think it's too dangerous, though. If anything goes wrong, it could affect your chance of returning to the future."

"What if I wanted to stay here?" The question did not surprise Katakura alone but herself.

'Is she thinking about that?' Staying here? It was always an option. However, up till now, Setsura didn't ask about it, let alone say it out loud.

"Akito's convinced you," Katakura seemed stunned. But he nodded. Well, yeah, you can stay. But you still have to complete your mission."

"I understand."

Katakura nodded and turned to the sphere. After they fixed the shard up, it disappeared again. If Setsura didn't see these unusual things happening in front of her eyes, then she could certainly not believe anything Katakura says. Still, Setsura found something odd. What is the deal with Katakura and Akito? Even Katakura doesn't like showing up when Akito is around. It was something she was having a hard time understanding. Maybe, if she asked about it?

However, who would she ask?

"Setsura-chan," a voice from behind her said. It belonged to one of the matrons — a woman named Martha.

Setsura turned around.

"Sir Chauncey is here to see you."

Sir Long...? Setsura turned around and noticed that Katakura had already vanished. That guy looks like the type of guy who would stand out. But, he always hides in the shadows. "I'm coming."

Setsura followed Martha out and was brought over to the dining room. There sat none other than Chauncey Long in one of the seats. A deep sigh escaped her lips; she thought she got rid of this guy already. Why is he appearing before her again? Maybe she ought to tell Akito after all. If she tells Akito that sir Long is bothering her, surely he would do something. But, Setsura was curious.

She quietly approached him from the back. It didn't look as though he noticed her presence yet. From where she stood, Setsura noticed that he brought a ton of doc.u.ments with him. They were all spread out on the table. Did he come here to discuss a case with her? Setsura blinked, confused. It can't be, right? Surely an important member of the mafia, like him wouldn't bother with her.