Chapter 120 - If you're in pain..

Setsura shuddered when she felt Akito biting her shoulders. "Akito, don't," it took her a moment to realize why she rejected him. "We're not doing this if you're acting emotional, don't evade my question."

"Setsura," he murmured against her skin. "It's true that I have done a lot of bad things. I've killed so many people under the name of the law. When it comes to killing, I won't bat an eyelid. You once told me that people protect the law and not the other way around. But, people are the ones who created that law. Even if they protect it, they are the ones who can modify it to their liking. They can determine the parameters of who is right and who is wrong," Akito trailed off.

She immediately sensed his unease, 'This isn't easy for him, is it?' But he isn't rejecting her, Akito wants to tell her everything. He isn't trying to hide from her.

Everyone is alone. Everyone is empty. People no longer require others. Even talented people are replaced once they find somebody better. It's the same with relationsh.i.p.s; relationsh.i.p.s are fickle. Feelings can change; there is no forever. However, her gaze fell on Akito, who was holding onto her tightly. This person, if it's him forever is possible.

"Weren't you going to do something?" Setsura asked. She turned around and wrapped her arms around his neck. "...to me..."

Akito's gaze softened, "Are you sure you want to?"

Setsura sighed, "Don't be such a coward now. Do you remember what you did yesterday? And those shameless things you said."

His sweat fell, "Well, you know. I did have a few drinks."

Sure enough, when Setsura reentered the room, she did see the drinks on the table.

"If you tell me that was all under the influence of alcohol, then I'll get angry at you."

"Alright, I understand."

It was quiet for a few minutes when she felt Akito's hands on her waist. His lips captured hers in seconds. Setsura knew, however, that today, this was as far as he would go. What a foolish person, but he isn't the only one with such deep scars.

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In the end, Akito did nothing to her. It's not like he didn't want to. After what happened last night, he was dying to touch her again. To hold her and hear him call his name the way she did. However, it felt like the mood had turned too serious. His gaze fell on the girl who was finally eating. Including the meal he made for her, there was something additional now.

"Hot," Setsura exclaimed as she took the first bite.

"You ought to wait till it cools down."

Having this small kitchen equipped to every changing room and waiting room truly expresses the riches of his household. But Akito knew that the one helping his family soar now isn't his father. But  him and Eisuke. To be provided such luxury facilities during their breaks is simply to reward them for their hard work and efforts. While his brother's position isn't as high as his

"But it smelt so good! Ah, is this the new noodles from the new shopping district?"

"Yeah," Akito nodded. "Eisuke heard how much you liked ramen, so he bought some. Although he usually talks about eating healthy, he said something along the lines of spoiling you once in a while."

"I see."

Eyes filled with such a gentle look, and kindness that doesn't seem to change. Hey Setsura, who are you looking at now with such a gentle expression?

Akito shook his head and took a bite from the ramen. "Huh, this is really good."

"Right? Eisuke is an angel."

Even though it was a passing comment, he couldn't help but get jealous. "He wasn't the one who made it, though."

"But it's because of her that were eating it."

Now that's true. It's been awhile since they last sat down and spoke to each other like this. The last time they did, it was the morning after the recent incidence. His thoughts broke off when she reached over and touched his forehead. The girl's soft hands made him feel all warm. It snapped him out of his daze. For a moment, all he could do was look at her.

"Akito? Are you okay?" Setsura asked concern filled her tone. "Are you still in pain? Was it okay for you to return to work so soon?"

"You won't work unless I'm doing the same, right?" She nodded, "I appreciate that thought, but it's not good for you — the place your working in has quite the reputation. If you miss out any more days, you'll get in trouble. Don't worry. I'll be sure to work from now on. So, you do the same."

"But, if you're in pain. There is no need for you to work."

"I never thought I'd ever hear that from you. You're practically married to your job like my brother," Akito looked at her with an amused expression on his face.

Setsura, who was about to eat another bite, suddenly paused. "That's so rude! I'll have you know. I'm taking it both seriously now. Both my dreams and love. You don't know this Akito, but it was the same in the future too."

Akito dropped his chopsticks into the bowl, which didn't go unnoticed by the girl. Her face color goes pale, and she immediately averts her gaze. What is he doing? Making her wear such an uncomfortable expression. The rest of the meal was oddly silent, but when she stands up to get his bowl.

He pulled her towards the nearby wall. His lips at her neck, biting her harshly and his hands slipping across her thighs.

"Akito, I told you earlier. . ."

"Yeah, I'm very sorry. I think I'm weaker than I thought," Akito's bites became softer. But he didn't do anything more than this.

After a while, a content sigh passed Setsura's lips. "You really are a barbarian," she mumbled.

But even if he is like this, Setsura doesn't push him away. This girl is so stupid for accepting him.